Georgetown

A crowd gathers at Founders Park for a First Friday concert by Landrum Turner and the The Boys From Tejas Meat Supply on Friday, September 6, 2024. The monthly free concert temporarily moved to this location while the Williamson County Courthouse grounds are closed.   Photo by Andy Sharp.

A crowd gathers at Founders Park for a First Friday concert by Landrum Turner and the The Boys From Tejas Meat Supply on Friday, September 6, 2024. The monthly free concert temporarily moved to this location while the Williamson County Courthouse grounds are closed. Photo by Andy Sharp.

An aerial view of the West Bend development from the north, with other parts of Wolf Ranch visible. (Courtesy Hillwood Communities)

An aerial view of the West Bend development from the north, with other parts of Wolf Ranch visible. (Courtesy Hillwood Communities)

New homes at Wolf Ranch underway

Construction is beginning on the third and final section of Wolf Ranch’s residential offerings. The West Bend development is situated on a 325 acre plot of land and will have 671 homesites.
The marijuana seized by the Wilco Criminal Interdiction Unit. (Courtesy Williamson County Sheriff's Office)

The marijuana seized by the Wilco Criminal Interdiction Unit. (Courtesy Williamson County Sheriff's Office)

Two more drug-related cases close out August

Approximately 32 pounds of marijuana were seized after a vehicle was searched as part of a traffic stop August 27 in Williamson County. The Williamson County Criminal Interdiction Unit conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation.
A map of Garey Park shows where the amenities are and how the city balances activities and natural spaces. (Courtesy City of Georgetown)

A map of Garey Park shows where the amenities are and how the city balances activities and natural spaces. (Courtesy City of Georgetown)

Georgetown continues Garey Park updates, expansion

More amenities are on the way to Garey Park, as a five-year project enters its second phase. The next phase of improvements include an expansion to Garey House, changes to the park entry, an amphitheater, three group cabins, a retreat pavilion, a RV host site, parking and a play ranch.
Prima Dora co-owners, from left, Melody English, Alan Barnette and Nathan English stand inside their new space on the Square. Photo by Abbey Archer

Prima Dora co-owners, from left, Melody English, Alan Barnette and Nathan English stand inside their new space on the Square. Photo by Abbey Archer

Business owners deal with changing downtown landscape

As the heart of Georgetown continues to evolve, small business owners find themselves navigating both opportunities and challenges in the increasingly competitive downtown real estate and commerce environment.
From left to right, Chairman of the Central Texas Community Foundation Luke Cochran, Texas Baptist Children's Home President Debbie Rippstein,  Ron Martin of Emerson Technologies, volunteer of the year Hollis Bone and Executive Director of CTXCF Amy Merida take a photo at the 2024 CTXCF Legacy Luncheon in Kalahari Resort and Conventions on September 4.  Photo courtesy of Central Texas Community Foundation.

From left to right, Chairman of the Central Texas Community Foundation Luke Cochran, Texas Baptist Children's Home President Debbie Rippstein, Ron Martin of Emerson Technologies, volunteer of the year Hollis Bone and Executive Director of CTXCF Amy Merida take a photo at the 2024 CTXCF Legacy Luncheon in Kalahari Resort and Conventions on September 4. Photo courtesy of Central Texas Community Foundation.

Williamson County foundation honors nonprofits, volunteers at awards lunch

 The Texas Baptist Children's Home received the 2024 Impact Award September 4 during the Central Texas Community Foundation’s sixth annual Legacy Luncheon. Formerly the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, Central Texas Community Foundation’s mission is to spark philanthropic giving.

GISD pursues land purchase in Northwest Georgetown

Superintendent Devin Padvil has been authorized by Georgetown ISD trustees to take preliminary steps to purchase 11.47 acres of land for a new school. The land is adjacent to 135 acres already owned by GISD in the district’s northwest quadrant, according to the Williamson County Appraisal District.
Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.

Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.

Cotton Country Club celebrates 25 years of dancing

 Cotton Country Club dancehall and restaurant in Granger is celebrating their 25 anniversary this year. The club was originally founded by Bubba Cox in 1999, and after a few changes in ownership, was most recently purchased in 2022 by Emily and Chris Hamilton.
Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.

Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.

Cotton Country Club celebrates 25 years of dancing

 Cotton Country Club dancehall and restaurant in Granger is celebrating their 25 anniversary this year. The club was originally founded by Bubba Cox in 1999, and after a few changes in ownership, was most recently purchased in 2022 by Emily and Chris Hamilton.
Allison Stubbs is the franchisee of Jeremiah's Italian

Allison Stubbs is the franchisee of Jeremiah's Italian

Cool down at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice has brought its signature cold treats and soft serve ice cream to Georgetown, and opened a new location at West University Avenue on August 20. “I thought Georgetown was the perfect place to open a [Jeremiah’s Italian Ice.]” Franchisee Allison Stubbs said.