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Superintendent Devin Padavil, Ed.D. speaks during the Georgetown Independent School District State of the District event held at GISD headquarters on Thursday, February 15, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Superintendent Devin Padavil, Ed.D. speaks during the Georgetown Independent School District State of the District event held at GISD headquarters on Thursday, February 15, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Georgetown ISD showcases student achievements at annual State of the District event

Andy Sharp
Thursday, February 22, 2024
In his freshman year as Georgetown ISD’s superintendent, Devin Padavil last week took stock of what he’s learned about the district. He declared that, “There’s no better place to be than Georgetown, Texas.” Mr.
A newly built home on the market in Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

A newly built home on the market in Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Early 2024 Williamson County housing market sees gains compared to 2023

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
The Austin Board of Realtors released its first housing market analysis of 2024, representing market activity for the month of January.   According to the data, residential homes sold in Williamson County increased by 4.3 percent, with 1,667 closed sales. Pending sales rose 3.

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JP3 office closing for renovations

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 19, 2024
Williamson County Justice of the Peace office for Precinct 3, 100 Wilco Way in Georgetown, will temporarily close its lobby for renovation starting February 26. The renovation will bring a fresh new look to the facility and improve the overall customer experience.
Jaycee Ferguson competes at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Photo courtesy Windsong Farms

Jaycee Ferguson competes at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Photo courtesy Windsong Farms

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Windsong Farms rider wins at stock show

Thursday, February 15, 2024
Equine competitors from Georgetown-based Windsong Farm had a strong showing at the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo earlier this month.
Marek Dillard. Photo courtesy of Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

Marek Dillard. Photo courtesy of Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

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Fentanyl dealers arrested, charged

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office provided updates about two fentanyl cases.   On February 9, Marek Dillard was arrested by U.S. Marshals and DPS officers on a Williamson County Sheriff's Office warrant for murder.
Keri Davis, Vicki Goodrich, Robert Goodrich and Duane Davis watch the annular eclipse during a October 14, 2023, gathering at Berry Springs Parks & Preserve. (Sun Archive)

Keri Davis, Vicki Goodrich, Robert Goodrich and Duane Davis watch the annular eclipse during a October 14, 2023, gathering at Berry Springs Parks & Preserve. (Sun Archive)

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Learn about the solar eclipse with Lifelong Learners GTX and the library

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
In a collaboration between the Georgetown Public Library and Lifelong Learners GTX, formerly Senior University, Dr. Clark Wernecke will give a presentation about the solar eclipse, an astronomical event that Central Texas will soon experience.

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Primary election is March 5

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Republican and Democratic primary elections will take place March 5, with federal, state and county-level candidates and issues appearing on the ballot. Early voting begins Monday, February  20 and ends Friday, March 1.
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