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September 12, 1976: GETTING IN ON THE ACTION - Georgetown folks get in on the action at the Up with People concert Tuesday night as they bunny hop around Southwestern University's new Sid W. Richardson Physical Education Center. The program, designed to establish a creative framework for communication and interaction between people of varied backgrounds and across all ages, seems to be working as Georgetownites bunnyhop, swaying arm-in-arm to the music, singing and clapping.

September 12, 1976: GETTING IN ON THE ACTION - Georgetown folks get in on the action at the Up with People concert Tuesday night as they bunny hop around Southwestern University's new Sid W. Richardson Physical Education Center. The program, designed to establish a creative framework for communication and interaction between people of varied backgrounds and across all ages, seems to be working as Georgetownites bunnyhop, swaying arm-in-arm to the music, singing and clapping.

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Yesteryears: Terrorist attacks stun Wilco, world

Laura House and Grahm Donovan
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
140 years Ago (September 16, 1886)Public execution of Irvine MurrayAfter stating the time appointed for the execution of Irvine Murray, the Sun did not again mention the time, and the reason for this course was the opinion that large gatherings at executions have an exceedingly demoralizing...
Sophomore cross-country runner Addison Jackson. The photo was taken by Carlos Barrón

Sophomore cross-country runner Addison Jackson. The photo was taken by Carlos Barrón

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Fire the Cannons: A Hot Start for Southwestern Athletics

News Staff
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
By Joseph CarboneStarting the season 4-1, the Southwestern men’s soccer team has dominated its 2026 schedule so far. Season highlights include a 3-0 opening-day win over the McMurry University War Hawks and a sensational 3-1 victory over the No. 14 nationally ranked University of Lynchburg.
A photo, taken at a 45-degree angle, shows burger, cheese and bacon tucked into the bun. Photo by Linda Dwyer

A photo, taken at a 45-degree angle, shows burger, cheese and bacon tucked into the bun. Photo by Linda Dwyer

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Tastes of the Town: Learning about food photos

Linda Dwyer
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The first time I saw someone hover over a plate of food with an iPhone is ingrained in my memory. There was no person or scenery in this photo. Food was the focus. Food photos with clever captioning are now a social media phenomenon.I share foodtography through Taste of the Town.
Georgetown’ Zechariah Guyton runs for a big game against Hendrickson on Friday, September 11. Photos by Lawson Richter

Georgetown’ Zechariah Guyton runs for a big game against Hendrickson on Friday, September 11. Photos by Lawson Richter

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Eagles Football: Hendrickson holds off Georgetown comeback

News Staff
Monday, September 14, 2026
The Georgetown Eagles rallied late Friday after a kick-return score, but the Henderson Hawks’ explosive offense led by EJ Neal-Adams’ strong rushing performance proved decisive in a 28-17 game in Pflugerville.

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Art Scapes: WCAG Peace, Love & Arts Affair celebration coming

Ellen Greeney
Thursday, September 10, 2026
The Williamson County Art Guild is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with the Peace, Love & Arts Affair on September 26, one of many celebrations.WCAG was born in 1976, and the celebrations are returning to the groovy, ’70s-inspired evening — think funky tunes, bold decor and a whole lot...
September 9, 1976: Linda Rumbaugh of Salado is sworn in as Georgetown's first female police officer by Asst. City Manager W. L. Walden. A dispatcher for the Georgetown police department the past four years, 24-year-old Rumbaugh got her badge in a City Hall ceremony last week and began patrol duties immediately. She completed officer training with three other women last month at Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos.

September 9, 1976: Linda Rumbaugh of Salado is sworn in as Georgetown's first female police officer by Asst. City Manager W. L. Walden. A dispatcher for the Georgetown police department the past four years, 24-year-old Rumbaugh got her badge in a City Hall ceremony last week and began patrol duties immediately. She completed officer training with three other women last month at Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos.

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Yesteryears: Georgetown officials conduct disaster exercise in 1976

Laura House and Grahm Donovan
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
125 Years Ago (September 5, 1901)Public school musical department.The Georgetown public school will open next Monday, and the session is expected to be one of the most prosperous in its history.
No. 99 Ethan Casey leads the Eagles onto the field Friday, September 4. Photos by Lawson Richter

No. 99 Ethan Casey leads the Eagles onto the field Friday, September 4. Photos by Lawson Richter

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Eagles Football: Georgetown’s 5-touchdown effort Falls short against Leander Rouse

News Staff
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Leander Rouse High School paired an efficient passing game with a punishing ground attack to outgain the Georgetown Eagles 457 yards to 364, while four forced turnovers helped shape the matchup Friday evening, with Georgetown falling at home 45-33.
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