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Event guide: Enjoy the holidays in Williamson County

News Staff
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
As the year draws to a close, the Square becomes a twinkling, light-strewn wonderland and the city is full of holiday jaunts. Whether you’re searching for Santa or dreaming of snow, these events will speak to your inner child this Christmas time in Georgetown and Williamson County.
Jane Estes and Misty Adair organize shelves at Lark and Owl Booksellers.

Jane Estes and Misty Adair organize shelves at Lark and Owl Booksellers.

Retailers look to holidays to boost business

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
After many of Georgetown’s downtown businesses faced a difficult summer in part due to this year’s extreme temperatures, winter festivities and promotions aim to get residents and shoppers to the Square to jumpstart the holiday shopping season.
Marine veteran Betty McCann waves as her DreamFlights with Darryl Fisher begins.

Marine veteran Betty McCann waves as her DreamFlights with Darryl Fisher begins.

Veterans at The Oaks Gracious Living fly high with DreamFlights

Ellen Greeney
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
A special hangar at the Georgetown Executive Airport was buzzing with excitement November 9. The skies were cloudy with potential rain in the forecast, but military veterans from The Oaks Gracious Living were anxiously waiting their turn to fly high above Georgetown with DreamFlights.

The future of Georgetown’s ETJ hangs in uncertainty

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
On May 19, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 2038. The bill allows property owners of land inside a city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction to petition to leave or disannex from a city.  The ETJ is a designated buffer area just outside the city limits, according to the city.
Jaiwai family enjoying a meal after their shift, from left, Peen Jaiwai, Phan Jaiwai, Tom Emerson, Noon Jaiwai.

Jaiwai family enjoying a meal after their shift, from left, Peen Jaiwai, Phan Jaiwai, Tom Emerson, Noon Jaiwai.

Family-run restaurant Jaiwai Thai Kitchen brings Thai dishes to the Square

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Located in the northeast corner of the Square, Jaiwai Thai Kitchen offers traditional Central Thailand dishes in a small space that’s minimally decorated with a faux hedge wall and neon signs. “We’re not that fancy. We care more about the taste,” Owner Tom Jaiwai explained.
The Williamson County Courthouse stands at the center of the Square November 17. Earlier in the week, Georgetown City Council discussed altering height restrictions that limit how tall buildings downtown can be.

The Williamson County Courthouse stands at the center of the Square November 17. Earlier in the week, Georgetown City Council discussed altering height restrictions that limit how tall buildings downtown can be.

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Building height increases, parking, Blue Hole Park discussed as part of Georgetown Downtown Master Plan update

Wednesday, November 22, 2023
As discussions continue about updating Georgetown’s Downtown Master Plan, city council members met Tuesday, November 14, to go over possible changes that could allow taller buildings within parts of the city’s downtown overlay in the future.
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Corrections Department Director. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Corrections Department Director. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Corrections director gets promoted to Texas council

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department for Adult Probation director, was elected to serve on the Probation Advisory Council of Texas.     “I’m honored to be elected to this position and look forward to serving our region,” he said in a statement.
The Williamson County Commissioner's court and members from Tree of Angels pose for a photo after the commissioners voted to make December 5 Tree of Angels Day for the county. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioner's court and members from Tree of Angels pose for a photo after the commissioners voted to make December 5 Tree of Angels Day for the county. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County remembers loved ones during holiday season

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioners Court will recognize December 5 as Tree of Angels Day this year. Commissioners approved the recognition during a meeting Tuesday, November 21.
The second case features items that highlight the aftermath of the President’s assassination. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

The second case features items that highlight the aftermath of the President’s assassination. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Remember JFK new at Southwestern exhibit

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Southwestern’s Distinctive Collections and Archives showcases historical documents, records, rare books, manuscripts and other items. There are over 200,000 rare books and over 1,500 feet of linear archival material at the archive.  The newest exhibit, which is displayed at the front of The A.
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