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FiiZ Drinks Plans Liberty Hill Location
FiiZ Drinks plans to open a specialty beverage shop at 15050 Hwy. 29 in Liberty Hill, occupying the former Tea2Go location. The franchisee-owned store is expected to open in late fall or early winter 2026, pending construction.
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Target Confirms October 11 Opening for Liberty Hill Store
Target officials confirmed that the new 148,000-square-foot store in Liberty Hill will open on October 11, 2026. The location at 351 N. U.S. 183 will create over 200 jobs and include a Starbucks, CVS Pharmacy, and Apple section.
- Added to the PulseCivic life
Liberty Hill Council Postpones Flock Camera Contract Decision
Liberty Hill City Council postponed a decision on its Flock Safety contract after residents raised privacy concerns. The contract was set to renew in October.
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Whataburger Plans Liberty Hill Opening for October 2026
Whataburger has listed Liberty Hill among 17 new locations scheduled to open by the end of November 2026. The company estimates the Liberty Hill restaurant will open in October 2026.
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Liberty Hill Sculpture Festival to Mark 50th Anniversary
The City of Liberty Hill announced that the 2026 Sculpture Festival will take place on October 10 at Lions Foundation Park to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 International Sculpture Symposium. Sculptors will create a new permanent installation in public view from October 7 through 10.
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QuesaLab Plans Liberty Hill Opening for January 2027
QuesaLab co-owner Victor Meza confirmed the restaurant is targeting a January 2027 opening at 13900 W. State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill, pending permits. The family-run concept focuses on reimagined quesadillas with non-traditional fillings.
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U.S. Dermatology Partners Opens Liberty Hill Office
U.S. Dermatology Partners announced the opening of a new office in Liberty Hill, Texas, led by Certified Physician Assistant Brandi Egizio. The location provides dermatological services to the community at 14001 W State Hwy 29.
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Take 5 and Gerber Collision Under Construction on Hwy 29
Take 5 Oil Change and Gerber Collision & Glass are currently under construction at a commercial development along State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill. A proposed Waffle House at the same site remains in the permitting phase.
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Liberty Hill hosts Independence Day Spectacular
Liberty Hill held its Independence Day Spectacular on July 3 to mark the 250th anniversary of America. The event featured food, a performance by Caleb Young, and a fireworks display.
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Liberty Hill student researches local history for museum
Recent Liberty Hill High School graduate Paityn Nash interned at the Liberty Hill Museum, researching local history and discovering that Liberty Normal and Business College operated in the town from 1884 to 1910.
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Liberty Hill Middle School student serves as Mayor for the Day
Eighth grader Avery Hefner served as Liberty Hill's Mayor for the Day, shadowing city officials and opening the City Council meeting.
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Chambers and Wofford Elected to Liberty Hill Library District Board
Terrie Chambers and Jim Wofford were elected to the Liberty Hill Public Library District Board in the May 2 election, defeating Bob Calvisi. The results are currently unofficial pending canvassing.
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La Tequila Jalisco Plans Liberty Hill Location
La Tequila Jalisco plans to open a new location in Liberty Hill at 13800 W State Hwy 29. Public filings indicate a 3,400-square-foot restaurant with construction estimated to run from July 30, 2026, to March 19, 2027.
- Added to the PulseCivic life
Liberty Hill Council Approves Creation of First Engineering Department
Liberty Hill City Council approved a budget amendment to establish the city's first in-house engineering department, adding five positions including a city engineer. The move aims to replace third-party contracting and includes a separate contract for a new engineering design manual.
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Toll Brothers Opens Model Homes in Santa Rita Ranch
Toll Brothers has opened three model homes in the Eldorado village of Santa Rita Ranch in Liberty Hill. The new Maravilla, Sierra, and Tesoro collections feature homes ranging from 2,248 to over 4,700 square feet, with prices starting in the low $500,000s.
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Ace Square Retail Center Planned for Liberty Hill
A new Walmart-anchored retail development called Ace Square is planned for the northwest corner of State Highway 29 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard in Liberty Hill. The project, which includes proposed tenants such as Longhorn Steakhouse and Olive Garden, is expected to deliver in the fourth quarter of 2026.
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Mercado Libertad Opens in Liberty Hill
Mercado Libertad, a new Latino grocery store, officially opened in Liberty Hill on January 5, 2026. Owner Samuel Velez states the store offers authentic Mexican and Central American products to serve the local community.
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Liberty Hill Council Approves $1.16M Engineering Deal for Butler Farms Water Tank
According to the linked reporting, liberty Hill City Council approved a $1.16 million engineering agreement with Freese and Nichols to design a proposed water storage tank for the Butler Farms area. The project aims to improve water pressure and support west-side growth, with construction anticipated to begin in October 2027.
- Added to the PulseRoads & travel
Legacy Ranch Drive Roadway Improvements Completed in Liberty Hill
According to the linked reporting, williamson County completed the Legacy Ranch Drive project, formerly known as CR 258, in Liberty Hill. The $1.4 million project included roadway expansion, new traffic signals, and pavement overlay near Legacy Ranch High School.
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Liberty Hill ISD Opens Operations Center, Lariat Trails Elementary and Legacy Ranch Middle School
According to the linked reporting, liberty Hill ISD held ribbon cuttings on July 31 for its new Operations Center, Lariat Trails Elementary School, and Legacy Ranch Middle School. The district repurposed the former Legacy Ranch High School building for the middle school as the new high school campus opens.
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Liberty Hill Council Approves $2.48M City Park Parking Lot Expansion
According to the linked reporting, liberty Hill City Council approved a $2.48 million contract to expand and pave the City Park parking lot on County Road 200. The project aims to increase capacity to approximately 230 spaces with construction expected to begin in late July 2026.
- Added to the PulseRoads & travel
Freedom River Parkway West Design Nearing Completion
According to the linked reporting, williamson County reports that the Freedom River Parkway West project, connecting SH 29 to RM 1869, is in the design phase with completion expected in fall 2026. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2027 and finish in early 2029.