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The Williamson Central Appraisal District provided an update to Georgetown City Council on taxable value for commercial and residential buildings during a May 26 workshop

The Williamson Central Appraisal District provided an update to Georgetown City Council on taxable value for commercial and residential buildings during a May 26 workshop

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Taxable values up, but median home prices down in Georgetown

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Over the past year, Georgetown’s total market value has increased by $930 million – from $25.14 billion to $26.07 billion – with the largest increase seen in commercial development. The city’s total taxable value has also gone up from $20.61 billion to $22.35 billion over the past year.
Representatives from the YMCA, Wellspring United Methodist Church, SportClips, the City of Georgetown, H-E-B, the WD Kelley Foundation and the Georgetown Health Foundation gather to turn dirt on the SportClips Family YMCA. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Representatives from the YMCA, Wellspring United Methodist Church, SportClips, the City of Georgetown, H-E-B, the WD Kelley Foundation and the Georgetown Health Foundation gather to turn dirt on the SportClips Family YMCA. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Ground breaks on Georgetown SportClips Family YMCA

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
The SportClips Family YMCA that will be located at 6200 Williams Drive had its groundbreaking on May 29 after being approved by voters in a 2023 bond election. The city and YMCA are sharing the cost of the facility, with Georgetown contributing $10 million and the YMCA contributing $17 million.
A Gift of Time’s receives a $20,000 grant. From left are Carol Stuewe (Seeds compliance committee), A Gift of Time Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Linda Shell (Seeds Grants Committee). Photos by Abbey Archer

A Gift of Time’s receives a $20,000 grant. From left are Carol Stuewe (Seeds compliance committee), A Gift of Time Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Linda Shell (Seeds Grants Committee). Photos by Abbey Archer

Seeds of Strength hits milestone

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Seeds of Strength, a women’s philanthropic giving circle founded in 2010, announced that it has raised and distributed $2,547,488 for Georgetown nonprofits since the group’s inception.
Sourdough focaccia bread made during a Extension Office class seen before and after being baked.

Sourdough focaccia bread made during a Extension Office class seen before and after being baked.

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Wilco AgriLife Extension Office offers resources for bakers, gardeners

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Saturday, May 30, 2026
While some residents were in line to vote or attend court hearings at the Williamson County Annex last Thursday, others enjoyed the Williamson County AgriLife Extension Office’s Lunch and Learn sourdough breadmaking class.
Nathaniel Fomby, center, playing Jesus, is pictured with Theron Howard, left, as Peter, and ensemble cast member Jake Jordan, right.

Nathaniel Fomby, center, playing Jesus, is pictured with Theron Howard, left, as Peter, and ensemble cast member Jake Jordan, right.

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Play Time: The Palace Theatre is back, with Jesus Christ Superstar

Andy Sharp and Linda Dwyer
Friday, May 29, 2026
On Friday, May 29, the Palace Theatre opened their first Springer Stage production since major flood damage in January. Attendees entered the building with awe and excitement over the changes before settling into their seats for an outstanding night of theatre.
A rendering shows the future public parking garage, looking at it from above Ninth Street. (Rendering courtesy CPM Texas)

A rendering shows the future public parking garage, looking at it from above Ninth Street. (Rendering courtesy CPM Texas)

Georgetown's Red Poppy Lot will turn into second downtown parking garage

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, May 29, 2026
Mere months after the public parking garage at Sixth and Main opened, the City of Georgetown is already working on its second downtown parking garage – this time as a partnership with the Texas Municipal League.
This chart shows the current average water and wastewater bill with projected increases across the next five years to cover rising utility expenses. (Courtesy NewGen Strategies and Solutions)

This chart shows the current average water and wastewater bill with projected increases across the next five years to cover rising utility expenses. (Courtesy NewGen Strategies and Solutions)

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Georgetown water, wastewater rates will increase

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Typical Georgetown residential water and wastewater bills are set to increase by an average of 10.3 percent per year starting in 2027 and through 2031. Typical commercial bills would increase by 11.8 percent a year during that period.
A fireworks finale closes the 2026 Georgetown High School commencement, held Friday, May 22, 2026 at Birkelbach Stadium. 484 students received their diplomas on this evening. Photo by Andy Sharp.

A fireworks finale closes the 2026 Georgetown High School commencement, held Friday, May 22, 2026 at Birkelbach Stadium. 484 students received their diplomas on this evening. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Georgetown High School Graduation

Andy Sharp
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Held at Birkelbach Stadium, 484 students received their diplomas during the  2026 Georgetown High School commencement on Friday, May 22, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.
Customer Jean Little (left) gave Owner Beth Ernest (right) one of her mother’s old teapots to display in Laurie’s Cafe. Standing in front of the chalk boards with the specials at Laurie’s Cafe on 612 South Main Street. Photo by Abbey Archer

Customer Jean Little (left) gave Owner Beth Ernest (right) one of her mother’s old teapots to display in Laurie’s Cafe. Standing in front of the chalk boards with the specials at Laurie’s Cafe on 612 South Main Street. Photo by Abbey Archer

Laurie’s Cafe opens for dinner, maintains its tea-room charm

Abbey Archer
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Laurie’s Cafe, known for its homestyle dishes and nostalgic feel, is now open for dinner on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings. The late-day service marks a new chapter for the longtime Georgetown restaurant. Jacob Ernest, the current owner’s son, leads the new dinner shifts.
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