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Georgetown Public Library continues upgrades

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, September 21, 2026
Georgetown Public Library is working on updating its facility to introduce more modern technology and accommodate the increase in demand for services from cardholders and residents.

Are you being scammed? Here's what to look out for

Nicholas Cicale
Saturday, September 19, 2026
In 2025, there were about 560,000 total scams reported in the U.S., with $20.9 billion in reported losses. Georgetown residents fall victim weekly, with reported losses ranging from a few hundred dollars to hundreds of thousands at a time.
Nyle Maxwell sits in his office at Nyle Maxwell Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Austin. He’s this year’s honoree at the Williamson Museum Cattleman’s Ball. Photo by Abbey Archer

Nyle Maxwell sits in his office at Nyle Maxwell Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Austin. He’s this year’s honoree at the Williamson Museum Cattleman’s Ball. Photo by Abbey Archer

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Cattleman’s Ball honoree Nyle Maxwell discusses journey of reorienting his business toward philanthropy

Abbey Archer
Friday, September 18, 2026
Former Round Rock Mayor and car businessman Nyle Maxwell is this year’s honoree at the Cattleman’s Ball in recognition of his philanthropic efforts and legacy in Williamson County.
Valentina Sanchez was among the volunteers helping unload more than 3,000 pumpkins at Georgetown First United Methodist Church on Wednesday afternoon, October 8, 2025. The annual pumpkin patch includes 46,000 pounds of pumpkins from the Navajo Nation in New Mexico. Pumpkins are available from early October until Halloween. Photo by Andy Sharp

Valentina Sanchez was among the volunteers helping unload more than 3,000 pumpkins at Georgetown First United Methodist Church on Wednesday afternoon, October 8, 2025. The annual pumpkin patch includes 46,000 pounds of pumpkins from the Navajo Nation in New Mexico. Pumpkins are available from early October until Halloween. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Fall activities guide: 110 events and activities to explore around Georgetown this fall and winter

News Staff
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Fall officially begins Tuesday, September 22, and while it’s still hot outside, the Georgetown area is a hotbed for autumn activities and festivals each year. This guide includes more than 100 events taking place from now until the end of the year.
The Woodside MUD will now include a mix of traditional and age-restricted homes, including a new addition of 500 age-restricted units.

The Woodside MUD will now include a mix of traditional and age-restricted homes, including a new addition of 500 age-restricted units.

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Georgetown council approves changes to Woodside, Yearwood MUDs

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Two Municipal Utility Developments were the topic of conversation during the regular September 8 Georgetown City Council meeting, and are expected to bring a combined total of more than 2,000 residential units near Sun City.
This rendering shows what a street patio could look like for a restaurant. All of the materials would have to be movable. (Rendering courtesy City of Georgetown)

This rendering shows what a street patio could look like for a restaurant. All of the materials would have to be movable. (Rendering courtesy City of Georgetown)

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Georgetown proposes sidewalk cafes, patios for downtown businesses

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
After a year of gathering feedback and working out details, Georgetown city staff on September 8 presented city council with a proposed two-year pilot program that would allow downtown businesses to create removable outdoor seating areas on sidewalks and street parking spaces.
Amanda Morey, left, wins the blackout bingo prize: a YSL round black purse with a set of earrings from Diamonds Direct at the seventh annual Heroes, Hope and Handbags Purse Bingo on September 12. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Amanda Morey, left, wins the blackout bingo prize: a YSL round black purse with a set of earrings from Diamonds Direct at the seventh annual Heroes, Hope and Handbags Purse Bingo on September 12. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Purse bingo raises more than $300K for Williamson County kids

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Funds raised at the Children’s Advocacy Center’s seventh annual Heroes, Hope and Handbags Purse Bingo fundraiser on September 12 are expected to top $300,000.Held at the Sheraton in Georgetown this past weekend, more than 800 attendees dressed in different themes filled 80 tables.

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Optimum opens Hispanic Heritage essay contest

Nicholas Cicale
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Internet provider Optimum is accepting entries for its 19th annual Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest, inviting students in grades 6-12 to write about how Hispanic culture, history, art, community leaders or values have inspired them.The contest is open through October 15.

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PFLAG Georgetown awards $2,700 in scholarships

Nicholas Cicale
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
PFLAG Georgetown, the local chapter of PFLAG National, announced the four recipients of its scholarship program. PFLAG’s mission is to create a caring, just and affirming community for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.
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