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Windsong Farm co-owner Kelly Clayman, left, stands with new Texas State Champion Jaycee Ferguson. She is riding her horse, Izzy. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Windsong Farm co-owner Kelly Clayman, left, stands with new Texas State Champion Jaycee Ferguson. She is riding her horse, Izzy. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Windsong Farm rider Jaycee Ferguson becomes Texas state champ

Katherine Hamilton
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Charging through events at the Texas High School Rodeo State Finals, Jaycee Ferguson, a rider from Georgetown’s Windsong Farm, recently took home Texas State Championship honors in pole bending. The competition was held June 1-10 in Abilene.
H.L. Fahnestock at Rentsch Brewery Oktoberfest 2022 with a 2 1/2 lb pretzel he made for the event.

H.L. Fahnestock at Rentsch Brewery Oktoberfest 2022 with a 2 1/2 lb pretzel he made for the event.

German bakery TexBrötchen accepts online orders

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
TexBrötchen began as a cottage bakery in 2020 when owner H.L. Fahnestock started baking and selling his product online.  The German bakery has become popular since partnering with Rentsch Brewery May 14. Since, Mr.
Laura Morgan, with Georgetown PFLAG, was equipped with a hand fan and an electric fan as she stayed cool. The Georgetown PFLAG chapter, established in 2022, was here to answer questions and inform visitors during Pride Month.

Laura Morgan, with Georgetown PFLAG, was equipped with a hand fan and an electric fan as she stayed cool. The Georgetown PFLAG chapter, established in 2022, was here to answer questions and inform visitors during Pride Month.

Market Days Heats Up in Georgetown

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Temperatures were climbing well into the 90s by early-afternoon, with highs expected in the triple digits during Market Days on Saturday, June 10.
On Tuesday, company officials — along with the project developer Iva McLachlan and Georgetown and Williamson County VIPs — cut the ribbon to celebrate its addition to Georgetown.

On Tuesday, company officials — along with the project developer Iva McLachlan and Georgetown and Williamson County VIPs — cut the ribbon to celebrate its addition to Georgetown.

H-E-B cuts the ribbon on its new store in Georgetown

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Georgetown’s new H-E-B is ready for customers. The Wolf Lakes Village store opened its doors at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, June 7.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott speaks to a large crowd gathered at the Sun City Texas Community Association Memorial Day observance held Monday, May 29.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott speaks to a large crowd gathered at the Sun City Texas Community Association Memorial Day observance held Monday, May 29.

Photos: Governor Greg Abbott speaks at Sun City Memorial Day service

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Texas Governor Greg Abbott spoke to a large crowd gathered at the Sun City Texas Community Association Memorial Day observance held Monday, May 29. The service honored the men and women of the U.S. armed forces who have  given their lives in service to the country.
East View High School graduating seniors march onto Birkelbach Field for their 2023 Commencement on Friday, May 26. A total of 457 students received their diplomas.

East View High School graduating seniors march onto Birkelbach Field for their 2023 Commencement on Friday, May 26. A total of 457 students received their diplomas.

Photos: 457 East View seniors graduate 

Andy Sharp
Monday, May 29, 2023
East View High School graduating seniors marched onto Birkelbach Field for their 2023 Commencement on Friday, May 26.  A total of   Photos by Andy Sharp
Class Salutatorian Marwa Azizi, left, and her brother, class Valedictorian Walid Azizi, are shown at the Commencement ceremony for Richarte High School, held at the Klett Performing Art Center on Thursday, May 25. The school's top graduates came here from Afghanistan with their family in 2022.

Class Salutatorian Marwa Azizi, left, and her brother, class Valedictorian Walid Azizi, are shown at the Commencement ceremony for Richarte High School, held at the Klett Performing Art Center on Thursday, May 25. The school's top graduates came here from Afghanistan with their family in 2022.

Photos: Class of 2023 celebrated at Richarte High School graduation

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 26, 2023
At Georgetown ISD's Richarte High  School, 82 graduates received their diplomas Thursday, May 25. With others completing their course work this summer, the high school class will have 112 total graduates.
“Bicycle Arch” photograph by Ellen Greeney captures a lone biker riding in Mackinac Island State Park in Michigan on Lake Huron. The Arch Rock is nearly 15 stories tall of natural limestone. Photo by Ellen Greeney

“Bicycle Arch” photograph by Ellen Greeney captures a lone biker riding in Mackinac Island State Park in Michigan on Lake Huron. The Arch Rock is nearly 15 stories tall of natural limestone. Photo by Ellen Greeney

Art Scapes: Charlie Favret’s art featured at Papi’s Pies

Ellen Greeney
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Charlie Favret is president of the Round Rock Arts organization and is the latest solo artist exhibiting at Papi’s Pies in Round Rock. “The Beauty Within” is his collection of 20 abstract macro pieces in creative arrangements. “This solo exhibition is very special to me,” he said.
The Caring Place accepts donations for its thrift shop at 2000 Railroad Avenue in Georgetown. Photo courtesy The Caring Place

The Caring Place accepts donations for its thrift shop at 2000 Railroad Avenue in Georgetown. Photo courtesy The Caring Place

The Caring Place expands donation hours

Kate St. Clair
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The Caring Place will be offering expanded hours going into summer for its donations drive through, located at 2000 Railroad Avenue. Drop off will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday to match the nonprofit’s thrift store hours.
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