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Rev. Dr. Ronald Swain, the school's chaplain, leads a recessional through the aisles during Southwestern University's Candlelight Service at Lois Perkins Chapel on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Attendees gathered outside the chapel, singing "Silent Night" to conclude the service.

Rev. Dr. Ronald Swain, the school's chaplain, leads a recessional through the aisles during Southwestern University's Candlelight Service at Lois Perkins Chapel on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Attendees gathered outside the chapel, singing "Silent Night" to conclude the service.

Southwestern University Lights the Way

Andy Sharp
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Contact the Sun for high-quality photo reprints at ads@wilcosun.com or call 512-930-4824. The service began in 1915, then called the Christmas Carol Service.  Two services were held this evening.
Christopher James Hernandez. Courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

Christopher James Hernandez. Courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

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Habitual offender sentenced to 25 years on drug charge

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
A Williamson County jury convicted Christopher James Hernandez, 37, Georgetown, of possession of methamphetamine — a third-degree felony — on Monday, December 11. After the jury’s unanimous verdict, Mr. Hernandez was sentenced to 25 years in prison, based on his prior criminal history. Mr.

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Williamson County offices close for holidays beginning December 25

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 11, 2023
Williamson County offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26, and January 1, 2024, for the New Year’s holiday.    According to the press release, Commissioners Court will not meet on Tuesday, December 26, or on Tuesday, January 2.
Williamson County Accountant Deanna Vaters stands with her Buc-ee's Gingerbread house in the County Tax Assessor’s office. She began preparing for the project in September. The display took her three days to build.

Williamson County Accountant Deanna Vaters stands with her Buc-ee's Gingerbread house in the County Tax Assessor’s office. She began preparing for the project in September. The display took her three days to build.

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Beaver Bread

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 11, 2023
Ryan Bownds, center, stands with Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, left, Director of Client Services Felicia Coleman, and Chief Program Officer Jennifer Deazvedo, right, of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

Ryan Bownds, center, stands with Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, left, Director of Client Services Felicia Coleman, and Chief Program Officer Jennifer Deazvedo, right, of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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Williamson County prosecutor honored by Children’s Advocacy Center

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, December 8, 2023
Williamson County District Attorney Ryan Bownds received the Prosecution MVP Award from the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Multidisciplinary Team on December 6. The award recognizes his outstanding efforts in pursuing justice for child victims of abuse and neglect.
A map shows the new configuration for the Williams Drive bridge over Interstate 35.

A map shows the new configuration for the Williams Drive bridge over Interstate 35.

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New Williams Drive bridge intersection to open later this month

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, December 7, 2023
The construction on the Williams Drive bridge over Interstate 35 will be “substantially complete’’ by the end of the month, according to Bradley Wheelis, communications director for Texas Department of Transportation.

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Georgetown continues water conservation efforts

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Georgetown council members heard about the city’s peak water capacity from the summer, anticipated capacity, challenges the Water Utility has faced and the steps taken to address them during its November 28 city council workshop, During the summer, the city expected to have 56.
Three trees stand in the County Courthouse 26th District Courtroom for the 11th annual Tree of Angels Ceremony. This year there is a children’s tree for kids to place an ornament of their loved one and for children who have died because of violent crime.

Three trees stand in the County Courthouse 26th District Courtroom for the 11th annual Tree of Angels Ceremony. This year there is a children’s tree for kids to place an ornament of their loved one and for children who have died because of violent crime.

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Tree of Angels

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Williamson County’s 11th annual Tree of Angels ceremony took place Tuesday, December 5, at the county courthouse.
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