East Williamson County

Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Through the archives

Lights spilt out from the windows of Grace Heritage Center on a not-so-typical Tuesday night. A packed crowd murmurs in small-talk conversation while munching on self-assembled charcuterie in the historic church, eagerly waiting for the evening’s presentation.
Overnight and early-morning rain adorns a field of thriving wheat along County Road 367 on Sunday morning, April 20, 2025.

Overnight and early-morning rain adorns a field of thriving wheat along County Road 367 on Sunday morning, April 20, 2025.

Golden opportunity with this year’s wheat harvest

Several years ago, photographing a wheat harvest near Bartlett, I was riding in a combine with a farmer as he navigated his equipment through a field. The late-day light gracing the golden crop was so inspiring, I asked if it was okay to get out and document it from the field.
Sybil Naizer, 91, reacts to one of the fish she caught during the 22nd Annual Fishing Tournament held at Taylor’s SPJST Senior Living  on Thursday, April 24.

Sybil Naizer, 91, reacts to one of the fish she caught during the 22nd Annual Fishing Tournament held at Taylor’s SPJST Senior Living on Thursday, April 24.

Fishing for smiles

The 22nd Annual Senior Fishing Tournament was held at Taylor’s SPJST Senior Living on Thursday, April 24.   A large tank was brought in, filled with water and loaded with 400 pounds of catfish.  Volunteers and staff were on hand to help with the fish as they were caught.
Steven Snell gives a speech about his priorities as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon, April 21.

Steven Snell gives a speech about his priorities as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon, April 21.

Williamson County Judge Steven Snell sworn in

Steven Snell was sworn in as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon at the historic county courthouse.“Faith, family and the future.
Bruce Clements, director of the Office of Emergency Management for Williamson County, asks the court to approve more forward with a FEMA application for tornado sirens, April 8. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Bruce Clements, director of the Office of Emergency Management for Williamson County, asks the court to approve more forward with a FEMA application for tornado sirens, April 8. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Grant could fund county tornado sirens

The cities of Granger and Weir are looking to the county to apply for federal grants that could bring tornado sirens to eastern Williamson County.
County Commissioners – from left Terry Cook, Russ Boles, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey – listen to Incoming County Judge Steven Snell give a speech at the new county headquarters’ topping off ceremony, April 11. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Commissioners – from left Terry Cook, Russ Boles, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey – listen to Incoming County Judge Steven Snell give a speech at the new county headquarters’ topping off ceremony, April 11. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County completes framework for new headquarters

Williamson County officials commemorated the structural completion of the new county administration building Friday afternoon with a topping off ceremony.“The topping out ceremony celebrates a monumental moment in the construction of any building,”  Commissioner Valerie Covey said.
State Representative Caroline Harris Davila, R-Round Rock, works on House Bill 517, which deals with HOA fines, in her office at the Texas Capitol in downtown Austin, April 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

State Representative Caroline Harris Davila, R-Round Rock, works on House Bill 517, which deals with HOA fines, in her office at the Texas Capitol in downtown Austin, April 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Texas Legislature: Williamson County, Georgetown eye bills with impact

With the Texas Legislature two months from the finish line, Williamson County officials have their eyes on specific bills that could directly impact Wilco residents and cities.
Justice of the Peace Judges Evelyn McLean, left, and Angela Williams, right, were elected into leadership for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Photo courtesy of Judge Angela Williams.

Justice of the Peace Judges Evelyn McLean, left, and Angela Williams, right, were elected into leadership for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Photo courtesy of Judge Angela Williams.

JPs selected as leaders in regional justice association

Justice of the Peace Judges Angela Williams and Evelyn McLean were elected into leadership positions for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Judge McLean will serve as the 2025 president and Judge Williams as the 2025 judge advocate for the Association.
Kelly Herandez, back, and Kyla Coleman, senior victims assistant coordinator for the Hutto Police Department, front, explain the importance of recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the April 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kelly Herandez, back, and Kyla Coleman, senior victims assistant coordinator for the Hutto Police Department, front, explain the importance of recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the April 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County stresses importance of sexual assault awareness

Williamson County commissioners recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during its April 1 meeting. “I know that at times it can feel like a proclamation is just words,” said Ryan Bownds, chief prosecutor of the special victims unit for the District Attorney's office.