Georgetown
From left, GISD trustee Stephanie Blanck, GISD superintendent emeritus Fred Brent and trustee Jen Mauldin share groundbreaking duties with Elizabeth Horne, far right, developer of Santa Rita Ranch with her husband, Ed Horne.
Georgetown ISD breaks ground on San Gabriel Elementary
Katherine Hamilton
Georgetown ISD officials, future parents and members of the architectural and construction team held a ceremonial groundbreaking May 3 for San Gabriel Elementary School.
Monday, May 8, 2023
One of Judy Coupland’s originals on display at the Texas State University Round Rock campus.
Art Scapes: Georgetown venues offer art and music at the Spring Art Stroll April 20
Ellen Greeney
There are many venues participating in the Spring Art Stroll on April 20.
• 5 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library’s Hewlett Room: Artist talk with Yasaman Mehrsa, the artist behind the 175th Anniversary Mural, Still Making History
• 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Layton Ivins at his 16th birthday September 19, 2022. Layton died of fentanyl poisoning in January 2023.
Wilco sheriff arrests two in fentanyl poisoning death of Georgetown student
Katherine Hamilton
Two individuals have been arrested for the fentanyl poisoning and death of a Georgetown teenager in January.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Central Texas Philharmonic receives W.D. Kelley Foundation grant for youth program
Kate St. Clair
The Youth Orchestra Program of the Central Texas Philharmonic received a $50,000 grant from the W.D. Kelley Foundation earlier this month.
The program offers young musicians an opportunity to be mentored by professionals within the philharmonic.
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Sheriff Mike Gleason speaks at a drug awareness event in March.
New ‘zombie drug’ xylazine adds stress to drug prevention efforts
Kate St. Clair
During commissioners court Tuesday, March 22, Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason told commissioners that the department is tracking a new drug recently found in the county— a sedative called xylazine.
Monday, April 3, 2023
Brianna Spencer, 8, of Georgetown, is pictured February 10, 2013, as she gets to know Dusty, a dog for adoption at the Georgetown Animal Shelter.
Wilco approves animal shelter feasibility study
Kate St. Clair
Williamson County approved a feasibility study which will look at options for merging the city of Georgetown’s animal shelter services with the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Reporters from the Sun sat down with three of the women serving as elected officials on both county and city leadership to learn about their careers, goals and individual experiences in their roles.
Highlighting Williamson County women during March
Brigid Cooley
As Williamson County and Georgetown celebrate National Women’s History month this March, it is important to take a look at some of the female leadership already existing in the community.
Monday, March 13, 2023
Wilco recognizes 200 years of efforts from the constables office
Kate St. Clair
Constables across Texas celebrated their bicentennial this week and were honored during Williamson County Commissioners Court Tuesday.
Friday, March 10, 2023
Timeline: 175 years of Georgetown and Williamson County history
News Staff
As Georgetown and Williamson County turn 175 this year, here is a timeline focusing on key points in the city and county’s development.
Friday, March 10, 2023
Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp
As fentanyl dangers grow, Wilco Sheriff awards grants supporting awareness and education
Katherine Hamilton
In a room full of heartbreak, Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason Tuesday told families of loved ones killed by fentanyl that his office is donating $50,000 to educate families and youth about the deadly drug.
Thursday, March 9, 2023