Georgetown
The Williamson County Commissioners, back row, along with Michael Aguirre, left, and case workers from Adult Protective Services, pose with the proclamation making June Elder Abuse Awareness Month during the June 18 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.
County promotes elder abuse awareness
Nalani Nuylan
By 2034, adults 65 and older will outnumber younger people for the first time in U.S. history, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. With 19 senior living communities and an estimated one-third of Georgetown's population over the age of 65, elder abuse will become more prevalent.
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
County Commissioners and Wilco’s Human Resources Department pose with Mental Health America’s 2024 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health award during the June 18 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.
County awarded for employee mental health policies
Nalani Nuylan
The Bell Seal recognizes employer advances in workplace mental health by awarding Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum recognition levels. Williamson County announced that Mental Health America was awarded a 2024 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health during the June 18 Commissioners Court meeting.
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Escape the heat with annual Blazin’ Beer Crawl
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tickets for the 2024 Blazin’ Beer Crawl on the Square are now on sale, with both VIP and General Admission options. Both ticket options are for those 21 and up, identification will be checked at pickup. The event, which takes place on Saturday, August 3, from 3-6 p.m.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
City staff proposes new landscaping, artificial turf rules
Kaitlyn Wilkes
As part of the city’s efforts to update the Unified Development Code – which dictates building standards – proposed landscaping changes would place heavier emphasis on water conservation and native plants.
Monday, June 17, 2024
Photo from left to right: Dr. Wayne Schirner, Francine Erickson, Catherine Nickle, Judy Williams, President of the Williamson County Master Gardeners Association Bob Hinojosa pose with awards celebrating the group’s achievements with youth programs, research and teaching. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County AgriLife Extension Office.
County Briefs: Williamson County observes Juneteenth with office closures
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. All county operations will resume regular hours on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
Monday, June 17, 2024
Williamson County’s 480th Judicial District Court Judge Scott K. Field. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.
Williamson County district judge joins Court of Appeals
Nalani Nuylan
With the newly formed Business Court in Texas, Governor Greg Abbott recently announced his appointment of three justices to the Fifteenth Court of Appeals on June 11. Williamson County’s 480th Judicial District Court Judge Scott K. Field will serve as Justice, Place 2.
Friday, June 14, 2024
A house on the corner of 10th Street and Church Street in Georgetown is listed for sale at $1.5 million. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Real estate market report:
Nalani Nuylan
In May, the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown MSA saw a 12.8 percent decline in closed listings, with 4.9 months of available inventory, a level that hasn’t been seen in 13 years according to the latest Central Texas Housing Report released by the Austin Board of Realtors.
Friday, June 14, 2024
Protect yourself against Texas summers
Kaitlyn Wilkes
As summer heat sets in, residents need to protect themselves, their family members and pets against hot temperatures to prevent heat-related illnesses and injuries when outside this summer.
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Quarries have ‘negative impacts’ on residents’ property, quality of life, survey results say
Katherine Hamilton
In a recent survey about the impacts of living near Williamson County quarries, 97 percent of respondents say the rock operations — Aggregate Production Operations or APOs — have damaged their property or degraded their quality of life.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Map shows the names and locations of the new roads at the Williamson County Exposition Center. Illustration by Matthew Brake.
One-minute recap: Commissioners approve road names, Juneteenth proclamation
Nalani Nuylan
With two Commissioners missing from the dias Tuesday, June 11, the Williamson County Commissioner’s court unanimously approved the 40-item consent agenda in an abridged, one-minute meeting. Terry Cook and Valerie Covey were both absent.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024