🌱 New Retail Coming To Cedar Park + Zipline Adventures Begin March 1

Good morning, y'all! Elaine here, to catch you up on what's going on in Cedar Park-Leander. Today's issue includes:

• Tree experts and wildlife conservation group team up.
• New retail centers coming soon in Cedar Park.
• Zipline adventure and hikes start in March!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and very warm. High: 85 Low: 63.

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Here are the top stories today in Cedar Park-Leander:

1. Leander Tree Experts is teaming up with local wildlife conservation group Friends of the Forest. "The two organizations will work to create habitats for endangered species and promote the preservation of natural resources in the area." Some initiatives they'll implement: protect various animal species, create sanctuaries safe from human interference, engage locals on conservation, and more techniques on long-term sustainability. More on this story at Digital Journal.
2. Texas Sparks Constructions is behind two new retail centers in Cedar Park with an estimated April opening. The first will be Clover’s Plaza and the second will be the Shops at New Hope, both on New Hope Drive. Each strip will have 11 individual units and is expected to have the following: medical, dental, grocery, spa, restaurants, coffee, Kumon Learning and a gym. Check out all of the details at Community Impact Newspaper.
3. Lake Travis Zipline Adventures will officially open its season on March 1. The attraction is on Pocohontas Trail in Leander. Tours include: 3-hour guided adventure with ziplining heights of 300 to over 2,800 feet, nature hikes, boat transportation, bottled water and all-day lakefront access. Visit KXAN for more details, including pricing and hours.

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Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Free Stuff And Great Perks Every Week (8:30 AM)
• Parent Information Night for Valor Leander at Highpoint Fellowship (8:30 AM)
• Guerilla Marketing for Realtors: Stop Wasting Handshakes at Integrity Land Title (11 AM)
• Maximize your Membership (Orientation for Leander Chamber of Commerce) at North Way Bible Church (11 AM)
• Preschool Storytime at Cedar Park Public Library (11:15 AM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Red Horn Coffee House and Brewing (7 PM)

From my notebook:

• Detroit-style pizzeria Jet's Pizza opens after delay: "The Michigan-based chain’s menu includes a variety of pizza options, including Detroit-style deep dish, hand-tossed round, thin crust and gluten free, among other styles. The menu also has salads and subs." (Community Impact Newspaper)
• Job openings to browse: "If you’re looking for a new job or thinking about a career change, the best place to start searching for the perfect work fit is close to home in and near Cedar Park-Leander." (Cedar Park-Leander Patch)
• Texas Independence Day event Austin: "Come celebrate Texas's Birthday! The parade runs on Congress Avenue from from Cesar Chavez St. to 11th St.Bring a chair, bring a Texas flag to wave, bring snacks, bring friends, and bring your Texas pride!" (All Events In)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Elaine Thompson

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