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Reporters from the Sun sat down with three of the women serving as elected officials on both county and city leadership to learn about their careers, goals and individual experiences in their roles.

Reporters from the Sun sat down with three of the women serving as elected officials on both county and city leadership to learn about their careers, goals and individual experiences in their roles.

Highlighting Williamson County women during March

Brigid Cooley
Monday, March 13, 2023
As Williamson County and Georgetown celebrate National Women’s History month this March, it is important to take a look at some of the female leadership already existing in the community.
Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

As fentanyl dangers grow, Wilco Sheriff awards grants supporting awareness and education

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, March 9, 2023
In a room full of heartbreak, Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason Tuesday told families of loved ones killed by fentanyl that his office is donating $50,000 to educate families and youth about the deadly drug.
The painting “Sunset over Austin” by Lilly Ramphal Naley is on display at the Truewood by Merrill gallery through April 5.

The painting “Sunset over Austin” by Lilly Ramphal Naley is on display at the Truewood by Merrill gallery through April 5.

Art Scapes: Lilly Ramphal Naley painting at Truewood in March

Ellen Greeney
Friday, March 3, 2023
Truewood by Merrill is hosting a solo art exhibit by Lilly Ramphal Naley.  Her 11 paintings focus on fauna, forests and water. These paintings will be on display through April 5 at the senior living community,  4907 Williams Drive.
A vehicle ran into a utility pole at the intersection of County Road 414 and County Road 417 Wednesday, February 1, south of Granger Lake. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

A vehicle ran into a utility pole at the intersection of County Road 414 and County Road 417 Wednesday, February 1, south of Granger Lake. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

Photos: Scenes from this week's ice storm in Williamson County

Andy Sharp
Saturday, February 4, 2023
A major ice storm in Williamson County left many areas without power, with downed trees throughout the area. Temperatures began to climb above the freezing mark by Thursday. 
The last rays of the day’s sunlight fall on Prince of Peace Lutheran Church during the last week of 2022. The church is located on County Road 417 northwest of Taylor. (Andy Sharp)

The last rays of the day’s sunlight fall on Prince of Peace Lutheran Church during the last week of 2022. The church is located on County Road 417 northwest of Taylor. (Andy Sharp)

2022 in review

News Staff
Sunday, January 1, 2023
Happy new year! As we excitedly prepare for what’s to come in 2023, we also look back at the biggest news, events and developments of 2022.
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