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A 9/11 themed quilt was hand-made by Susan Hoppenworth

A 9/11 themed quilt was hand-made by Susan Hoppenworth

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Art Scapes: Sun City resident honors 9/11 victims with quilts

Ellen Greeney
Thursday, August 20, 2026
After 9/11, Susan Hoppenworth flew to New York City to work as a volunteer mental health counselor with the American Red Cross.Her exhibit features nine quilts and excerpts from her journal about experiences assisting New Yorkers.

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Cop calls: Woman pulls out of potential scam

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, August 20, 2026
The following information was provided to the Sun by the Georgetown Police Department on August 11 as a record of recent arrest and call reports in Georgetown. Anyone charged with a crime is innocent until proven guilty.
essamy’s Nanaimo Bars are plated with mint and strawberries on the side.

essamy’s Nanaimo Bars are plated with mint and strawberries on the side.

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Cook's Corner: No-bake, easy treats for the last weeks of summer

Laurie Locke
Monday, August 17, 2026
This week I have some new recipes for no-bake desserts that are easy and so good, without turning on the oven. I have two new recipes using cherry tomatoes and three easy desserts that are all-time favorites of friends that I think you’ll want to try either now or later.
K-pop group MAMAMOO will bring its 2026 U.S. tour to H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on Friday, August 21, giving Central Texas fans a chance to celebrate the group’s 12th anniversary. Courtesy MAMAMOO

K-pop group MAMAMOO will bring its 2026 U.S. tour to H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on Friday, August 21, giving Central Texas fans a chance to celebrate the group’s 12th anniversary. Courtesy MAMAMOO

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Strings & Things: K-pop powerhouse MAMAMOO brings U.S. tour to H-E-B Center

Ellen Greeney
Monday, August 17, 2026
The 19-day MAMAMOO 2026 U.S. tour features members Solar (vocals), Moonbyul (rapper), Wheein (vocals) and Hwasa (rapper) on a reunion tour celebrating the group’s 12th anniversary. Local fans can catch the group at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on Friday, August 21, at 7:30 p.m.
Moderator Sarah Eckhardt and author John A. Jenkins speak during a Lark & Owl event. Photo by Linda Dwyer

Moderator Sarah Eckhardt and author John A. Jenkins speak during a Lark & Owl event. Photo by Linda Dwyer

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State Senator visits Lark & Owl for book talk with best selling author

Linda Dwyer
Monday, August 17, 2026
Lark & Owl Booksellers in Downtown Georgetown hosted award-winning journalist and author John A. Jenkins on Friday evening. The author talk was moderated by Sarah Eckhardt, third-term State Senator for District 14 and the 2026 Democratic nominee for Texas Comptroller. Mr.
Randy Rogers Band, joined by Stoney LaRue and Django Walker, will bring a night of Texas and Red Dirt country to the Round Rock Amphitheater on Saturday, August 15.

Randy Rogers Band, joined by Stoney LaRue and Django Walker, will bring a night of Texas and Red Dirt country to the Round Rock Amphitheater on Saturday, August 15.

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Strings & Things: Randy Rogers Band headlines Round Rock Amphitheater show

Ellen Greeney
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Randy Rogers Band, with special guests Stoney LaRue and Django Walker, will perform Saturday, August 15, at the Round Rock Amphitheater. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tickets are required for everyone older than 2, and guests should note that chairs and outside food and beverages are not permitted.
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