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Gabri Alvarez, 15, front, riding her horse named Chuck, is joined by 14-year-old Reagan Roppolo, astride her horse called Cash, as they get ready to take part in the Grand Entry.

Gabri Alvarez, 15, front, riding her horse named Chuck, is joined by 14-year-old Reagan Roppolo, astride her horse called Cash, as they get ready to take part in the Grand Entry.

Clayman Rodeo celebrates 30 years

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
The 30th Clayman Rodeo was held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Windsong Farm. The annual event is hosted by Jim Bob and Kelly Clayman, who've taught rodeo and equestrian skills here for many years. Contact the Sun at 512-930-4824 or ads@wilcosun.com for high quality digital or print photos.
2-year-old Emma Richardson concentrates on her angling skills.

2-year-old Emma Richardson concentrates on her angling skills.

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Teach A Kid To Fish

Andy Sharp
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Taylor's KidFish event was held Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Bull Branch Park. Children did the actual fishing, but were assisted as needed by family members.
Downtown Granger on Sunday evening, September 24, 2023.

Downtown Granger on Sunday evening, September 24, 2023.

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Stormy skies roll through Williamson County

News Staff
Monday, September 25, 2023
Storm clouds gather over portions of downtown Granger on Sunday evening, September 24, 2023.  Temperatures were still in the mid-upper 90s at 8 p.m. 
A line of diners forms outside the Parish Activity Center.

A line of diners forms outside the Parish Activity Center.

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Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Corn Hill annual bazaar

News Staff
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Corn Hill hosted their annual bazaar on Sunday, September 17, 2023.  The bazaar included inside dining, to-go plates, plus a silent auction, a raffle, cake walk and bingo.  There were also children's games and live Polka music.
Lexi Miller, 8, competes in Young Guns & Alumni Barrel Racing during the 29th Annual Clayman Rodeo, held at Windsong Farm October 8, 2022. Sun Archive.

Lexi Miller, 8, competes in Young Guns & Alumni Barrel Racing during the 29th Annual Clayman Rodeo, held at Windsong Farm October 8, 2022. Sun Archive.

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Clayman Rodeo gallops into Georgetown

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, September 21, 2023
The 30th annual Clayman Rodeo will ride into Georgetown at the Windsong Farm Arena at 5 p.m. Saturday, October 7. Each year contestants have to get donations for the rodeo in order to compete. All of the money collected is used for prizes and contestants.
Cedar Park Police officers play basketball at a Cedar Park apartment complex during the department’s National Night Out on August 1, 2023. Photo Courtesy of Cedar Park Police.

Cedar Park Police officers play basketball at a Cedar Park apartment complex during the department’s National Night Out on August 1, 2023. Photo Courtesy of Cedar Park Police.

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Williamson County prepares to celebrate National Night Out

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, September 15, 2023
Cities across the county are preparing for National Night Out on Tuesday, October 3. This year nearly 500 communities in Texas are expected to participate.
The Williamson Museum, located on the Georgetown Square, is a non-profit museum that was founded 20 years ago. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson Museum, located on the Georgetown Square, is a non-profit museum that was founded 20 years ago. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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The Williamson Museum honors Sun newspaper family

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
The 11th annual Cattleman’s Ball swings into life at the Sun City Ballroom September 23 at 5:30 p.m. This year’s honorees are publishers Clark Thurmond and Linda Scarbrough, who own The Williamson County Sun in Georgetown — an independent newspaper owned and operated by their family since 1948.

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‘Boomtown’ gala for Florence boosters

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, September 8, 2023
The third annual Florence Chamber Gala is set for Saturday, September 23, at Reunion Ranch west of Georgetown.   The gala will serve a steak dinner, music by Jarrell's classic rock band JR’s Jukebox, live and silent auctions, raffle, a photo booth and a cash bar.
Adam Martinka sorts cubes of brisket in the smoking pit area.

Adam Martinka sorts cubes of brisket in the smoking pit area.

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Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Bazaar

Andy Sharp
Monday, September 4, 2023
The Annual Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Parish Bazaar was held on Sunday, September 3, 2023.  Attendees were able to get to-go plates in a line formed outside the parish hall, or could dine inside.  The plates included brisket, sausage, dressing, green beans, potatoes, slaw and peaches.
Senior Jacob Weishiemer catches the ball at the first home game of the season against Copperas Cove on Friday, August 25. Photo by Annabelle Bruesewitz, senior at Georgetown High School.

Senior Jacob Weishiemer catches the ball at the first home game of the season against Copperas Cove on Friday, August 25. Photo by Annabelle Bruesewitz, senior at Georgetown High School.

Georgetown Eagles start football season strong

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Article was written by Mary Shoales and Amy Fangman, sophomores at Georgetown High School.  Kicking off the football season with a western-themed game, the Georgetown Eagles pulled out a 37-7 win over Copperas Cove last Friday.
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