East Williamson County

Senior Death Inquest Investigator Ruben Leal, front, joins Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Angela Williams, back, as she explains the new L.O.S.S program during the December 9 Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Senior Death Inquest Investigator Ruben Leal, front, joins Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Angela Williams, back, as she explains the new L.O.S.S program during the December 9 Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County to debut suicide survivor support program

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Williamson County is launching a program to support individuals and families affected by suicide. Wilco’s senior death inquest investigator Ruben Leal joined Angela Williams, Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, during the December 9 Commissioners Court meeting to explain the L.O.S.S.
From left, County Judge Steve Snell (in the red sweater), Commissioner Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey, and Liberty Hill Mayor Crystal Mancilla prepare to cut the ribbon before opening Freedom River Parkway, formerly Liberty Hill Bypass, on Tuesday, December 2. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

From left, County Judge Steve Snell (in the red sweater), Commissioner Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey, and Liberty Hill Mayor Crystal Mancilla prepare to cut the ribbon before opening Freedom River Parkway, formerly Liberty Hill Bypass, on Tuesday, December 2. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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3 roads ready to go

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Williamson County officials celebrated multiple road project completions with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at the beginning of December. The projects — located in the northwest, north and northeast portions of the county — aim to improve mobility for residents.
Bill Fairbrother, left, files to be Williamson County’s next County Clerk with Wilco GOP Chair Michelle Evans, right, at the Williamson County Republican Party Headquarters in Georgetown. Photo courtesy of Bill Fairbrother.

Bill Fairbrother, left, files to be Williamson County’s next County Clerk with Wilco GOP Chair Michelle Evans, right, at the Williamson County Republican Party Headquarters in Georgetown. Photo courtesy of Bill Fairbrother.

Deputy County Clerk files for County Clerk race

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 8, 2025
Bill Fairbrother has formally declared his candidacy for Williamson County Clerk in the 2026 Republican Primary election and has submitted his application on December 7.
Javier Garcia, 29, of Georgetown. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

Javier Garcia, 29, of Georgetown. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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29-year-old receives double sentence for child sexual assault

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
A Williamson County jury found 29-year-old Javier Garcia of Georgetown guilty of aggravated sexual assault of a child and two counts of indecency with a child by sexual contact on November 19.
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, Central Texas Community Foundation executive director Amy Merida, center, and Travis County Judge Andy Brown, right, provide an update on the financial assistance to the July floods, December 1. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, Central Texas Community Foundation executive director Amy Merida, center, and Travis County Judge Andy Brown, right, provide an update on the financial assistance to the July floods, December 1. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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$8 million raised so far for flood victims

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
The Central Texas Community Foundation this year has already distributed about $3.35 million in direct financial support to more than 100 residents impacted by the July 5 floods.
Ryan Bownds, prosecutor for the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office, is running for Judge of the 512th District Court. Photo courtesy of Ryan Bownds.

Ryan Bownds, prosecutor for the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office, is running for Judge of the 512th District Court. Photo courtesy of Ryan Bownds.

Williamson County prosecutor enters district judge race

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 1, 2025
Prosecutor Ryan Bownds announced his candidacy for judge of the newly created 512th District Court on November 17. He will run on the Republican primary ticket in March. Mr.
County Judge Steve Snell, center, announces the plan for the Williamson County Water Study, November 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Judge Steve Snell, center, announces the plan for the Williamson County Water Study, November 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County forms group to bolster long-term water supply

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Williamson County officials officially launched what they say will be a long-term water solution for the region. County commissioners allocated $500,000 for a Williamson County Water Study on November 25. The goal, according to the agenda, is to have a water solution in place for the next 50 years.
Hutto Resource Center Director Sandy Brockwell, left, and Food Pantery Assocaite Kenneth Wiley, right, unload a truck of donated food, November 18. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Hutto Resource Center Director Sandy Brockwell, left, and Food Pantery Assocaite Kenneth Wiley, right, unload a truck of donated food, November 18. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Nonprofits combat hunger across Wilco ahead of holidays

Katherine Hamilton
Monday, November 24, 2025
Sandy Brockwell, joined by Crystal Alexander, typed away on their laptops as volunteers Josh Ponce and Israel Maza restocked the food pantry at the Hutto Resource Center, November 18.Recently, the nonprofit has seen an uptick in people needing resources.
From left, VP of Resource Development Linda Stephens, VP of Marketing Yvonne Woodburn, Southwestern Volunteer Holly Akers, and VP of Finance Deborah Thomas stand in the newly-decorated Assistance League Thrift Shop at 900 North Austin Avenue. The Assistance League supports causes including Operation School Bell — which provides clothing to students up to fifth grade — Georgetown ISD’s Bridges program, mentoring and reading programs in Jarrell and Florence ISDs, teacher funding and scholarships.

From left, VP of Resource Development Linda Stephens, VP of Marketing Yvonne Woodburn, Southwestern Volunteer Holly Akers, and VP of Finance Deborah Thomas stand in the newly-decorated Assistance League Thrift Shop at 900 North Austin Avenue. The Assistance League supports causes including Operation School Bell — which provides clothing to students up to fifth grade — Georgetown ISD’s Bridges program, mentoring and reading programs in Jarrell and Florence ISDs, teacher funding and scholarships.

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Volunteer guide: Ways to give back this holiday season

Katherine Hamilton
Monday, November 24, 2025
Explore opportunities to help others in the Georgetown area. This guide lists area nonprofit organizations, service clubs and public groups that offer volunteer opportunities to residents or fundraisers that support the community.This list is not comprehensive.

Flood assistance deadline draws near

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Editor's note: Story has been edited to add data after publication date. Time is running out for businesses, renters and homeowners seeking assistance from the July fifth floods. The grace period deadline for Small Business Administration Disaster Relief loans is November 27.
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