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ABOUT US
Owners John and Jennifer Garrett launched the rst edition of Community Impact Newspaper in 2005 with three full-time employees covering Round Rock and P ugerville, Texas. Now in 2022, CI is still locally owned. We have expanded to include hundreds of employees, our own software platform and printing facility, and over 30 hyperlocal editions across the state with a circulation to more than 2.4 million residential mailboxes.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS MONTH
FROM AMY: In this month’s edition, we take a look at e orts to approve a voter-approval tax rate election announced publicly by Fort Bend ISD. Also, check out our business feature this month with the family-run play and party space Frogs, Snails and Fairy Tales. Amy Martinez, GENERAL MANAGER
Community Impact Newspaper teams include general managers, editors, reporters, graphic designers, sales account executives and sales support, all immersed and invested in the communities they serve. Our mission is to build communities of informed citizens and thriving businesses through the collaboration of a passionate team. Our core values are Faith, Passion, Quality, Innovation and Integrity.
FROM HUNTER: Hello everyone, my name is Hunter Marrow, and I am happy to be stepping into the role of editor for the paper. I’m coming into this position as Laura Robb pursues other career opportunities, and I wish her the best. In this edition, we dive deep into an upcoming tax rate election for Fort Bend ISD that will go before voters this November, targeting several areas, including increased compensation. Hunter Marrow, EDITOR
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