East Williamson County

Commissioner Russ Boles, center, holds ceremonial scissors during the County Road 460 ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 30. The project helps with access to the new Coupland ISD junior high and high school. Photo courtesy of Williamson County

Commissioner Russ Boles, center, holds ceremonial scissors during the County Road 460 ribbon cutting on Thursday, July 30. The project helps with access to the new Coupland ISD junior high and high school. Photo courtesy of Williamson County

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Around Wilco: Coupland, Wilco celebrate new roadway

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Take a look at news updates from around Williamson County. Coupland, Wilco celebrates new roadwayWilliamson County hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the County Road 460 project in Coupland on Thursday, July 30.
A corn harvest continues under a Full Moon seen along County Road 366 on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp

A corn harvest continues under a Full Moon seen along County Road 366 on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Full Moon rises

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
 A Full Moon rises Tuesday, July 28, 2026.    Photo by Andy Sharp 
Illustration by Nalani Nuylan.

Illustration by Nalani Nuylan.

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Chody, Nassor sue Williamson County for millions

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, July 31, 2026
Former Williamson County Sheriff Robert Chody and District Attorney Jason Nassor filed a civil lawsuit against Williamson County — as well as District Attorney Shawn Dick and Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza — on July 24, seeking up to $40 million in non-economic damages as well as...
A historic marker in Corn Hill Cemetery tells the story of Daniel Harrison. Photo by Joe Plunkett

A historic marker in Corn Hill Cemetery tells the story of Daniel Harrison. Photo by Joe Plunkett

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Twice buried, never forgotten: Daniel & Nancy Harrison

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Daniel Harrison, a distant cousin of Presidents William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison, was born in Tennessee in 1816. He played a key role in early Texas history as a soldier, settler and pioneer.
Round Rock’s winning lifeguard teams include (top row, from left) Evan Naughton, Nathalie Almanza, Emery Gutierrez, Judah Jefferson, Phoebe Grebb, Aaron Peralta and (bottom row, from left) Molliann Key, Devin Walker, Esme Solis, Matthew Bons, Amaya Lee, Molly Kirkendall, Rohita Chandramohan, Addie Covington , Madison Mabry and Malu Camargo. Courtesy the City of Round Rock

Round Rock’s winning lifeguard teams include (top row, from left) Evan Naughton, Nathalie Almanza, Emery Gutierrez, Judah Jefferson, Phoebe Grebb, Aaron Peralta and (bottom row, from left) Molliann Key, Devin Walker, Esme Solis, Matthew Bons, Amaya Lee, Molly Kirkendall, Rohita Chandramohan, Addie Covington , Madison Mabry and Malu Camargo. Courtesy the City of Round Rock

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Around Wilco: Round Rock lifeguards go for gold

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Take a look at news updates from around Williamson County. Round Rock lifeguards go for goldRound Rock lifeguard teams earned first- and second-place finishes at the CentralTexas Lifeguard Competition and will advance to the state championships, held in College Station on August 3.
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, and County Manager Rebecca Clemons present the State of the County at the new County Administration Building, 1878 Texas Trail in Georgetown, on July 14. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell, left, and County Manager Rebecca Clemons present the State of the County at the new County Administration Building, 1878 Texas Trail in Georgetown, on July 14. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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State of the County: Williamson County outlines long-term vision for growth, water and public safety

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Williamson County Judge Steve Snell laid out a wide-ranging vision for the county’s future during an hour-long conversation on July 14.The discussion covered everything from budget priorities to a decades-long water plan while highlighting services many residents may not know exist.
A Bald Eagle finds a comfortable place to rest before taking flight along a Farm-to-Market Road north of Hutto on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp

A Bald Eagle finds a comfortable place to rest before taking flight along a Farm-to-Market Road north of Hutto on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Bald eagle over Williamson County

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
A Bald Eagle finds a comfortable place to rest before taking flight along a Farm-to-Market Road north of Hutto on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photos by Andy Sharp 
The Williamson County Commissioners approved supporting four Williamson County nonprofits by giving $200,000 each during the July 14 meeting. From left are Commissioner Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Commissioner Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners approved supporting four Williamson County nonprofits by giving $200,000 each during the July 14 meeting. From left are Commissioner Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Commissioner Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners distribute $800,000 to Williamson County nonprofits

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, July 20, 2026
For the first meeting at the new county administration building, the Williamson County Commissioners Court allocated $800,000 to four nonprofits from its Community Recreation Fund on Tuesday, July 14.The four $200,000 donations came from fees collected at the Williamson County Landfill.
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