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Ben Daniel announces his candidacy to run as the Mayor of Florence in the May 2024 Election. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Ben Daniel announces his candidacy to run as the Mayor of Florence in the May 2024 Election. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Local leader runs for mayor

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Florence resident Ben Daniel announced Tuesday night at Dwell Coffee and Tap that he will run as Mayor for the City of Florence in the May 2024 Election.    Raised near Florence, Mr. Daniel has a bachelor’s of science in professional development and has worked for 15 years in business.

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Williamson County exits agreement with United Way

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
In a special eight-minute-long meeting on Monday, November 13, the Williamson County Commissioner’s Court unanimously approved the termination of an agreement to manage federal ARPA funds for Breast Cancer screening provided through United Way of Greater Austin.
Salvador Lopez, center, was recognized for his 40 years of service in Juvenile Services at the November 7 Commissioners meeting at the county courthouse. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Salvador Lopez, center, was recognized for his 40 years of service in Juvenile Services at the November 7 Commissioners meeting at the county courthouse. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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County Briefs

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, November 13, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioner’s Court recognized multiple people at the beginning of the November 7 meeting at the county courthouse.    40 years of service  Salvador Lopez was recognized for his 40 years of service in Juvenile Services at the beginning of the commissioners court meeting.
Michael Hernandez, Director of Veteran Services. Courtesy of Williamson County.

Michael Hernandez, Director of Veteran Services. Courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County welcomes new veterans services director

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
“My mission is only one to serve veterans and their families.” -  Michael Hernandez, Williamson County Director of Veteran Services   Williamson County named retired Army Sergeant Michael Hernandez as the director of Veteran Services on November 1.

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Williamson County residents OK road, park bonds

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Williamson County residents have approved both of the county’s 2023 bond propositions.  “The voters have overwhelmingly confirmed the direction we are going in Williamson County,” County Judge Bill Gravell said in a statement to the Sun.

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FINAL RESULTS: Wilco bonds pass with 60% support from residents

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Final update November 8, 12:20 a.m.  Final voting totals for Williamson County's two bond propositions show that Proposition A received support from 62.23 percent of county voters, and Proposition B received 59.89 percent support. Both propositions have been approved.
Williamson County Commissioners and representatives from food pantries across the county pose for a photo during the November 7 Commissioners Court at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Commissioners and representatives from food pantries across the county pose for a photo during the November 7 Commissioners Court at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners point to hunger, homeless needs ahead of holidays

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
As the holidays are approaching, families are preparing their homes for the festivities: putting up the decorations, preparing the feast in the kitchen, welcoming visiting family and friends.
Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, center, stands with the center’s staff before they cut the ribbons at the grand opening on Friday November 3.

Williamson County Child Advocacy Center Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, center, stands with the center’s staff before they cut the ribbons at the grand opening on Friday November 3.

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Justice, healing, hope

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, November 6, 2023
The Williamson County Child Advocacy Center held its grand opening in Georgetown on Friday November 3,  after two years of construction. The building will offer abused children and their families services for recovery.

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Election Day is Tuesday

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Election Day for the November Election is Tuesday, November 7. Voting centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.    In order to vote, residents must bring a valid I.D. to locations.
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