Georgetown
Alzheimer’s Association hosts conference in Georgetown
Nalani Nuylan
The Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter in partnership with the Georgetown Health Foundation is hosting a Caregivers Conference from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, at the Georgetown Public Library.
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
San Gabriel Woman’s Club raises scholarship money for students
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The San Gabriel Woman’s Club will host their 15th annual Fat Tuesday Games Day Fundraiser February 13 to raise money for charities and scholarships to give to Georgetown students.
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Numerous Georgetown programs honoring Dr. King
Kaitlyn Wilkes
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., many organizations throughout the City of Georgetown are hosting events on January 15 to honor the impact and legacy of the civil rights leader.
Beginning at noon on the 15th, there will be a MLK Day March starting at the courthouse on the Square.
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
A Red-Shouldered Hawk hunts for food at Berry Springs Park & Preserve on Saturday, January 6. Photo by Andy Sharp
Soaring through Berry Springs Park
Andy Sharp
A Red-Shouldered Hawk hunts for food at Berry Springs Park & Preserve on Saturday, January 6. Photo by Andy Sharp
Monday, January 8, 2024
Financial scams a growing crime in Georgetown, but difficult to solve
Katherine Hamilton
To fight the growing number of financial scams reported in Georgetown, GPD Detective Charles Dale said the best defense is to recognize when someone is trying to con you out of money.
Mr. Dale said reports of scams have increased as Georgetown grows and that several are reported to him a week.
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Protect your pipes against winter weather
Kaitlyn Wilkes
During the winter months, below freezing temperatures can make outdoor pipes and irrigation systems freeze and burst.
In order to protect irrigation backflows, wrapping systems in insulation can prevent future damage.
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Williamson County AgriLife kicks off new year with events
Nalani Nuylan
The Williamson County AgriLife Extension office will start the new year with multiple events beginning January 2024.
Green Thumbs Up Gardening Program
Master Gardener Lora Green will be discussing hardscape and how to integrate it into your outdoor areas, according to the press release.
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
The Uptown Carolers sing from the courthouse steps under a Waxing Gibbous moon (94% visibility) during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24.
2023 in review: Take a look back at the past year in Georgetown and Williamson County
News Staff
A s 2023 comes to a close and the year starts anew January 1, we reflect on the big news, events and updates that have taken place over the past calendar year in Williamson County.
Friday, December 29, 2023
Throw out old hazardous waste in the new year
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Georgetown will host a hazardous waste collection event for 400 solid waste Texas Disposal Systems customers.
Residents who are solid waste Texas Disposal Systems customers who want to participate must call 512-930-3640 or email customercare@georgetown.org to sign up for the January 20 event.
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Art Center Programming expands in January
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Beginning in January, the city’s arts and culture program will “begin taking a more active role in the management of” the Art Center facility, according to a city press release.
The city will continue to partner with the Georgetown Art Works nonprofit and the Cordovan Art School.
Thursday, December 28, 2023