East Williamson County

County Road 100 at Mankin’s Crossing was impassable as the San Gabriel River covered the bridge at approximately 6:30pm on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Rain was present throughout the day in Williamson County, closing some of the area’s roads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

County Road 100 at Mankin’s Crossing was impassable as the San Gabriel River covered the bridge at approximately 6:30pm on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Rain was present throughout the day in Williamson County, closing some of the area’s roads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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River water rises with recent rain in Williamson County

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
A rainy week led to localized flooding across Williamson County April 21. A Flash Flood Warning was in effect until the evening.

May 2 Williamson County Sample Ballot

Nicholas Cicale
Friday, April 17, 2026
The following sample ballot lists all items that will appear on ballots in Williamson County for the May 2, 2026 election. Individual resident ballots are based on which precinct they live in.
County Judge Steve Snell (center), is joined by the county commissioners Russ Boles of Precinct 4, far left, Valerie Covey of Precinct 3, center left, Cynthia Long, center right, and Terry Cook, far right) as they listen to the county department heads’ needs for the upcoming budget during a workshop on Friday, April 10. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Judge Steve Snell (center), is joined by the county commissioners Russ Boles of Precinct 4, far left, Valerie Covey of Precinct 3, center left, Cynthia Long, center right, and Terry Cook, far right) as they listen to the county department heads’ needs for the upcoming budget during a workshop on Friday, April 10. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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2027 County Budget: Williamson County departments ask for personnel

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Williamson County department heads are requesting more than 100 new employees be added to the county’s 2027 fiscal year budget. Which positions, if any, are filled, however, remains up in the air.
The map for Two Step Inn shows a new layout compared to other years, no chair zones, more restrooms and the locations of brand pop-ups. (Map Courtesy Two Step Inn)

The map for Two Step Inn shows a new layout compared to other years, no chair zones, more restrooms and the locations of brand pop-ups. (Map Courtesy Two Step Inn)

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Prepare for Two Step Inn in Georgetown this weekend

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
The Two Step Inn country musical festival returns to San Gabriel Park this weekend, April 18-19. This year’s Two Step Inn headliners include Brooks & Dunn, Chris Stapleton, the Goo Goo Dolls and Randy Travis.

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Yesteryears: Outgoing Granger Mayor Dollie

Yesteryears
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
140 Years Ago (April 15, 1886)Glimpses of GeorgetownStraw hats have made an appearance. It will soon be time for dusters and palm leaf fans.A nice carpet, just placed on the floor of Mr. S. F. Owen's ice cream parlor, adds very much to its appearance.
The Williamson County Appraisal District off FM1460 in Georgetown has mailed out appraisal notices. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Appraisal District off FM1460 in Georgetown has mailed out appraisal notices. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Appraisal district mails 2026 notices, market snapshot

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, April 10, 2026
Property owners should receive this year’s appraisal notice in the mail this month. The Williamson Central Appraisal District mailed out 285,118 property appraisal notices on March 31.
Marissa Austin, CEO of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County, gives a speech dedicating the room she’s in to Patti Hewlett, who is pictured on the wall, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuyaln.

Marissa Austin, CEO of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County, gives a speech dedicating the room she’s in to Patti Hewlett, who is pictured on the wall, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuyaln.

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Child Abuse Awareness Month

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, April 10, 2026
April is National Child Abuse Awareness Month. As part of the growing need, two children’s advocacy organizations hosted events to start the month. CASA of WilcoCourt Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County celebrated the opening and dedication of the nonprofit’s new training room.
There are six data center properties in Williamson County. Illustration by Matthew Brake.

There are six data center properties in Williamson County. Illustration by Matthew Brake.

Rise in data centers lead to opportunities, questions for Williamson County residents

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, April 6, 2026
 “I moved out here to get away from exactly that — the light, the noise, everything [a data center] brings is disgusting,” — Houston Brautigan, Jarrell residentHouston Brautigan moved to Jarell after leaving his hometown of Ashburn, Virginia — a city nicknamed “Data Center Alley” — about six years...
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