Georgetown

Republican State Senator District 3 Candidate Q&As

Dr. Charles Schwertner (incumbent)www.drschwertner.com Why did you choose to run for state senator? I chose to run for re-election to continue defending the conservative values that make Texas strong: freedom, opportunity, faith, family, and limited government.

Democrat State Senate District 5 Candidate Q&As

Paul Thomassonhttps://thomassonforsenate.comWhy did you choose to run for state senator? I am a Democratic Activist In Brazos County and am a zealous progressive.  Others came to me (repeatedly) and asked me to run for this very challenging seat.

Republican State Representative District 52 Candidate Q&As

Caroline Harris Davila (incumbent) https://carolinefortexas.comWhy did you choose to run for the House?As a lifelong conservative Republican and your current state representative, I believe in limited government, free enterprise, and rugged individualism.

Democrat District 31 Candidate Q&As

Justin Earlywww.votejustinearly.com Why did you choose to run for Congress? I’m running because the problems we face in District 31 are not just Texas problems; they’re American problems.

Republican District 31 Candidate Q&As

John Carter (incumbent)  www.johncarterforcongress.com Why did you choose to run for Congress?I’m running for Congress as an extension of a life dedicated to public service. I took my first oath to serve Texas as a District Judge, and I have remained under oath in service to my neighbors ever since.
Chart detailing how important the reasons to live in Georgetown are.

Chart detailing how important the reasons to live in Georgetown are.

Georgetown passes state quality-of-life benchmarks

Based on feedback from 652 Georgetown residents, Georgetown scored “significantly” higher than U.S. and Texas averages in 47 out of the 49 areas assessed in the biennial survey that was sent out to gather feedback on city services and quality of life.
Library outreach assistant Colleen Ellis, left, and Library Director Sally Miculek, right, hold the ribbon for the Friends of the Georgetown Library Board Member Karen Harrison, center, as she cuts the ribbon opening the new book lockers at the Carver Center. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Library outreach assistant Colleen Ellis, left, and Library Director Sally Miculek, right, hold the ribbon for the Friends of the Georgetown Library Board Member Karen Harrison, center, as she cuts the ribbon opening the new book lockers at the Carver Center. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown library establishes book locker at Carver Center

Georgetown Public Library held a ribbon cutting for its first book locker on February 24, giving readers a way to pick up and return library books at the Carver Center for Families.

Georgetown transportation projects see price increases

Austin Avenue bridge rehab This is the rehabilitation of the Austin Avenue bridge that includes new safety rated rails, required maintenance and a new bridge deck. The original estimated completion date was April 15, 2026, but has been pushed back to August.

City of Georgetown issues $38 million for fire station, services

Georgetown City Council approved a notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation totaling $38,285,000 for 2026. Certificates of Obligation, according to the Texas Comptroller’s office, provide local governments with flexibility in financing projects without voter approval.
Cael Amason stands with his dad, Travis Amason, in Lone Horse Coffee truck on June 15. Photo Courtesy of Tonya Amason

Cael Amason stands with his dad, Travis Amason, in Lone Horse Coffee truck on June 15. Photo Courtesy of Tonya Amason

Lost Horse Coffee raises money for suicide prevention

Lost Horse Coffee is celebrating the birthday of Travis Amason, the business’ founder, with a special menu February 27 through March 4.