Wilco sales tax update: Round Rock, Leander see slight decrease in November sales

While monthly sales tax collections continue to increase for some Williamson County County cities, revenues in Leander, Round Rock and Thrall saw slight decreases compared to the same period last year.

Paintings and fiber art on display in Round Rock

Enjoy the art of Melanie Maddox Olson at the Round Rock Public Library. This exhibit offers a selection of the artist’s paintings and fiber art including crewel embroidery. Her art is inspired by experiences living in Italy and Portugal and her love for poetry.

Wilco Homeless Coalition to conduct point-in-time count

Attempting to identify the number of people experiencing homelessness in Williamson County, the Wilco Homeless Coalition will conduct its second point-in-time count this winter. The volunteer-led count is scheduled to take place in late-January.

COUNTY BRIEFS

Groundbreaking for Country Road 366 Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles and the Texas Department of Transportation held a groundbreaking ceremony November 2 for a Country Road 366 bond project.

Wilco burn ban lifted

In the wake of the recent storms, County Judge Bill Gravell lifted the county’s burn ban on Friday, October 28. The ban was put in place 10 days prior on October 18 because of extended dry conditions. “Due to the recent rains and cooler weather, I am lifting the burn ban,” Mr.

Wilco projects on D. B. Wood Road, University Boulevard progress

Commissioners Tuesday heard a road bond project update from Robert Daigh, senior director of infrastructure for Williamson County. Precinct 1 Construction began on Ranch to Market Road 620 at Railroad and Chisholm Trail, from the Interstate 35 frontage road to Deep Wood Drive.

Horses and Halloween in Garey Park

Horse lovers can shake up their Halloween with a costume trail ride in Garey Park October 29. Jodi Brassard, owner of Brassard Equine, has led a dress-up trail ride the past three years, usually hosted at Granger Lake. This year, the group will wind through the six-mile trail at Garey Park.

Wilco sales tax update: Liberty Hill, Taylor see 100 percent increases in sale tax revenues this month

Monthly sales tax revenues continue to increase for Williamson County County cities, with Taylor and Liberty Hill seeing an over 100 percent increase when compared to last year.

November election right around the corner

Early voting for the November general election begins Monday, October 24, and runs through Friday, November 4, at select polling locations across Williamson County.

The Caring Place awarded for transparency

The Caring Place received a Platinum Seal of Transparency award for 2022 by Candid, a nonprofit organization that provides data and insights about the social sector.