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Williamson County Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay presents the Proposed 2024 fiscal year budget during the August 8 commissioners' court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay presents the Proposed 2024 fiscal year budget during the August 8 commissioners' court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County hears proposed FY 2024 budget, new tax rates

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioners Court heard the proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year.  The total budget for the county is $542,553,014. The commissioner's court set the voter-approved tax rate at $0.379282 per $100 valuation. The current tax rate is $0.
W.D. Kelley Foundation Executive Director Carl Illig, center of check, poses with CASA of Williamson County after funding a new marketing coordinator position. Country of CASA of Williamson County.

W.D. Kelley Foundation Executive Director Carl Illig, center of check, poses with CASA of Williamson County after funding a new marketing coordinator position. Country of CASA of Williamson County.

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CASA Wilco receives grant, adds new marketing coordinator

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
CASA of Williamson County has been awarded a $189,000 grant from the W.D. Kelley Foundation.  CASA Wilco is a social services organization that advocates for children who have experienced abuse or neglect to find loving, safe, and permanent homes.
Luis Guillermo Ovalles cools off at Blue Hole Park after completing a 24-mile bicycle ride July 26, 2023. Sun archive photo

Luis Guillermo Ovalles cools off at Blue Hole Park after completing a 24-mile bicycle ride July 26, 2023. Sun archive photo

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Blue Hole Park improvements may not make November bond package

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
As Georgetown City Council continues to look at projects to include in a possible $136 million November bond election, council members discussed removing Blue Hole Park improvements from a package in favor of using Certificate of Obligation to fund the work.
New Superintendent Devin Padavil addresses teachers and students during Tuesday's convocation. A power outage left them in darkness at the East View High School gymnasium, and he had to end the event early. Photo by Andy Sharp.

New Superintendent Devin Padavil addresses teachers and students during Tuesday's convocation. A power outage left them in darkness at the East View High School gymnasium, and he had to end the event early. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Despite power outage, spirits high at Georgetown ISD convocation

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
New Georgetown ISD Superintendent Devin Padavil addressed teachers and students during a convocation Tuesday, August 8.
16-year-old Ava Zandra Harris has been missing from her Georgetown home since July 30.

16-year-old Ava Zandra Harris has been missing from her Georgetown home since July 30.

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Georgetown police looking for missing 16-year-old girl

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Georgetown Police are looking for 16-year-old Ava Zandra Harris, reported as a runaway who has been missing from her Georgetown home since July 30.  Police said Ava’s parents reported they have not heard from her and are concerned because she does not have her medications with her.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court called for a November bond election during its August 8 meeting.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court called for a November bond election during its August 8 meeting.

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Williamson County Commissioners Court places $884 million bond election on November ballot

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
To address various road and park needs across the county, Williamson County residents will vote on $884 million worth of county bond projects November 7.  Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the November bond election during their meeting Tuesday, August 8.
GISD trustees, president Elizabeth McFarland, right, and board secretary Stephanie Blanck, left, congratulate Devin Padavil following the board’s vote officially naming him the district’s next superintendent.

GISD trustees, president Elizabeth McFarland, right, and board secretary Stephanie Blanck, left, congratulate Devin Padavil following the board’s vote officially naming him the district’s next superintendent.

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GISD trustees officially hire new superintendent

Katherine Hamilton
Monday, August 7, 2023
In a special meeting on August 7, Georgetown ISD trustees unanimously hired Devin Padavil as the district’s next superintendent.  Following the board vote, Mr. Padavil thanked the board and acknowledged the “high hopes” trustees have for his leadership.

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Wilco bolsters efforts against wildfires

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, August 7, 2023
The Williamson County Fire Chief’s Association has adopted the Williamson County Wildfire Task Force Regional Procedure as a way to streamline requests for additional resources during active wildfires in the county.
The waiting room for Baylor Scott & White provides access to multiple departments within the hospital. (Courtesy Baylor Scott & White)

The waiting room for Baylor Scott & White provides access to multiple departments within the hospital. (Courtesy Baylor Scott & White)

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Georgetown’s Baylor Scott & White expands coverage

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, August 4, 2023
Sun City’s Baylor Scott & White clinic at 4945 Williams Drive has expanded in order to provide more services to its patients. The clinic added 15,000 square feet of space, updated their facility and added new specialties and providers.
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