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This rendering of the parklet shows what it would look like from the side, including how it would be delineated from parking spaces. It also highlights how the chairs and umbrellas could be laid out. (Rendering Courtesy City of Georgetown)

This rendering of the parklet shows what it would look like from the side, including how it would be delineated from parking spaces. It also highlights how the chairs and umbrellas could be laid out. (Rendering Courtesy City of Georgetown)

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Downtown businesses get update on Georgetown’s pilot parklet program

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Business leaders in downtown Georgetown last week learned about the city’s parklet pilot program, which will allow select businesses just off the Square to expand their services into sidewalks and what are now used as parking spaces.
Ann Marie Kennon, wife of Judge Kennon, reads from his personal journal as part of her eulogy. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Ann Marie Kennon, wife of Judge Kennon, reads from his personal journal as part of her eulogy. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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District Judge remembered for fairness, laughter

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Family, friends and colleagues of the late, honorable Judge Rick J. Kennon filled into the historic 26th District Court to celebrate his life Friday, May 8. Judge Kennon, 66, of Caldwell, Texas, passed away suddenly on April 10.
From left, Christie Parker-Wheeler, from the Rotary Club, Marie Alvarado, from Congressman John Carter’s office, and winners Bretton Schulz, Madison Runyan, Collin Buckley, Megan Mills, Seth Gipson and Chamber of Commerce President Shontel Mays at the 5 Under 40 Awards on May 8. The award winners are holding flags, courtesy of Mr. Carter’s office, that have been flown over the nation’s capitol building. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

From left, Christie Parker-Wheeler, from the Rotary Club, Marie Alvarado, from Congressman John Carter’s office, and winners Bretton Schulz, Madison Runyan, Collin Buckley, Megan Mills, Seth Gipson and Chamber of Commerce President Shontel Mays at the 5 Under 40 Awards on May 8. The award winners are holding flags, courtesy of Mr. Carter’s office, that have been flown over the nation’s capitol building. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Young Georgetown community leaders recognized for work

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club announced this year’s 5 Under 40 award winners for business and community leaders during a joint luncheon May 9. This is the second year for the program.
Martin Byhower, who also advises people on native planting for their lawns, led the bird watching group for the Sun City Nature Club on May 8. (Photos by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Martin Byhower, who also advises people on native planting for their lawns, led the bird watching group for the Sun City Nature Club on May 8. (Photos by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Sun City birders find respite in watching late migration patterns

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
“Green heron flying this way,” announced Belinda Avey to the group of birdwatchers during an early-morning Sun City birdwalk on May 8. Bird walks happen twice a month at Legacy Hills Park, with a crowd that ranges from eight to 22 people.
Stephan Putsejovsky, Jarrell’s water superintendent (center), presents the proposal for the City of Jarrell to gain nearly 1,300 acres from Georgetown's CCN, May 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Stephan Putsejovsky, Jarrell’s water superintendent (center), presents the proposal for the City of Jarrell to gain nearly 1,300 acres from Georgetown's CCN, May 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Jarrell places bid for Georgetown CCN

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, May 11, 2026
Jarrell is obtaining more than 1,000 undeveloped acres of Georgetown’s water territory, and has submitted official paperwork to the Public Utility Commissioner of Texas to complete the transfer.
James Headrick, organizer for NotByOurSchools, which is a group of Georgetown residents who want the new Jail and Justice Center to be on a different property, speaks on why the current 248-acre site is not a good idea. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

James Headrick, organizer for NotByOurSchools, which is a group of Georgetown residents who want the new Jail and Justice Center to be on a different property, speaks on why the current 248-acre site is not a good idea. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Residents push back against potential jail site

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, May 8, 2026
Residents from six different Georgetown neighborhoods aired grievances Tuesday, May 5, about Williamson County’s plan to build a new jail and justice center on 248 acres on SE Inner Loop.
Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Everyone's a champion at Georgetown ISD's Special Olympic

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 8, 2026
Georgetown ISD's Special Olympics tournament was held May 5-6, 2026. The annual event was held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex.     Photo by Andy Sharp
Grover Trytten, a 104-year-old WWII veteran who flew nighttime missions including Battle of the Bulge, smiles before takeoff during Dream Flights on May 6.

Grover Trytten, a 104-year-old WWII veteran who flew nighttime missions including Battle of the Bulge, smiles before takeoff during Dream Flights on May 6.

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Dream Flights honor vets with a ride in 1940s two-seater

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Clouds and light rain didn’t ruin the day for veterans from Touchmark at Georgetown Wednesday, who were honored for their service through a Dream Flight in a refurbished 1943 open-air two-seater plane called the Spirit of Texas.
Pathways Youth & Family Services team, from Left to right, top row to bottom, Jazmyne Fadeyi, April Conway, Alyssa Cerda, Sloan Accardi, Kayla Edwards, Bianca Trejo, Monica Aguillon-LaFargue, Maxine Rondeau, Jacqualine Hernandez, Rachel Halm and Aundriana Young. Photo courtesy of Pathways Youth and Family Services

Pathways Youth & Family Services team, from Left to right, top row to bottom, Jazmyne Fadeyi, April Conway, Alyssa Cerda, Sloan Accardi, Kayla Edwards, Bianca Trejo, Monica Aguillon-LaFargue, Maxine Rondeau, Jacqualine Hernandez, Rachel Halm and Aundriana Young. Photo courtesy of Pathways Youth and Family Services

Pathways Youth & Family Services helps Georgetown kids

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month, a period dedicated to increasing awareness and promoting community support for the foster care system. In Williamson County, 151 children were in foster care as of late August 2025, with 91 more children removed from their homes over the year.
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