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From left, bacterial scorch on red oak, Tar spot on live oak, Tubakia leaf spot on red oak.
Wilco Extension Office: Williamson County oaks are facing a growing health crisis
News Staff
By Gary PastushokOaks are a signature part of our Williamson County landscape, adding shade and character to our environment. The diversity of oak tree species that exist here is amazing. In just a short few years, oak diseases have become an increasing concern to Wilco homeowners.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
This photo was sent to the Sun via a letter to the editor by Kevin Shira in 2015.
Yesteryears: Murder and mayhem in 1900 Georgetown
News Staff
125 Years Ago (October 4, 1900)Georgetown woman at center of moonlit murder mysteryFormer Deputy Sheriff Tom Basham, of Houston, arrived here with a woman, who had multiple aliases. She was arrested at San Angelo on charge of murdering Constable S. A. Gamble in Taylor, August 29, 1898.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Strings and Things: Home at Last performs in Florence this week
Ellen Greeney
Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Come and enjoy the tunes, rhythms and sounds of the Home At Last band, coming to the Vineyard at Florence on Friday evening beginning at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Gina Marie, as Abuela Claudia, and Daniel Ponce, playing Usnavi, are pictured in a scene from the Thursday, October 2, 2025 dress rehearsal for “In the Heights,” playing on the Palace Springer Stage through November 2nd. Photo by Andy Sharp.
Palace Theatre performance reaches new heights
In the Heights opened at the Palace Theatre on October 3 to the buzz of a highly enthusiastic full house.The popular musical opened on Broadway in 2008. It was nominated for 13 Tony Awards and won four, including Best Musical. A film adaptation was released in June 2021.
Cheri Freeman’s “Rockport Sunrise” is on display at Mesquite Creek Outfitters.
Art Scapes: Fiesta celebration comes to Taylor next week
Ellen Greeney
Join friends and neighbors from 6-10 p.m., October 11, for Fiesta Taylor, a celebration at Old Taylor High. Local art displays are included along with a premium tequila experience, live music, cultural performances, food trucks and interactive kids activities.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Melancholy Paradise: Children and the language of death
Brad Stutzman
My father lived the last 24 years of his life stone-cold sober. But in his drinking days, with a couple under his belt, he sometimes talked about the night when a revolver tucked under the front seat of his car saved him from being robbed.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
I VOTED Director Tyler Mann and wife/co-producer Rachel DeRouen accept an award at the GTX Film Festival.
GTX Film Festival delights in 2025
Linda Dwyer
The 2025 annual GTX Film Festival once again exceeded my high expectations. On September 27, an engaged audience viewed fresh, diverse, and impactful films while dedicated filmmakers had opportunities for robust networking.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Liz Pedrosa checks out materials on the Library’s WOW! bookmobile.
BIBLIOFILES: Library WOWs residents with books on the go
News Staff
Have you ever seen a large, brightly colored vehicle leaving the Georgetown Public Library parking lot? It is likely one of two library outreach vehicles!Currently, the library operates the Words on Wheels Bookmobile (which we call the WOW!) and the Home Delivery van (or WOW:HD).
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Ryan Thomas Holley is performing at the Round Rock Arts Fest on Friday. He began playing guitar at the age of 12 shortly before moving to the Texas Hill Country from Tulsa in 1990. Today, he is lead vocal and rhythm guitar for DepartureATX playing covers of the hits of Journey, Foreigner, Bryan Adams, Van Halen, Toto, The Eagles and many more.
Strings & Things: Fall festivals and Oktoberfests dominate the live music scene
Ellen Greeney
Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic.This week, come and enjoy the tunes, rhythms and sounds at the Round Rock Arts Fest, as well as the Round Rock Pumpkin Festival, which starts this week and runs through November 1.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
The Grove in Coryell County looks like an old western movie set. Photos by Linda Dwyer
Out and About: A ghost-town day trip to kick off fall
Linda Dwyer
When fall arrives it’s time to hit the road. My recent outing was a bus trip organized by Jerilee Prather. The popular and much appreciated trip planner is helping Sun City residents make memories one trip at a time.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025