Georgetown

The Sun’s staff, from left, Editor Nicholas Cicale, Reporter Nalani Nuylan, General Manager Jessica Ohle, Circulation Manager Linda Fenton, Publishers Linda Scarbrough and Clark Thurmond, and reporters Kaitlyn Wilkes, Abbey Archer and Katherine Ham- ilton, join Williamson County Commissioners Tuesday, May 19, for a proclamation celebrating the newspaper’s 150th volume. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

The Sun’s staff, from left, Editor Nicholas Cicale, Reporter Nalani Nuylan, General Manager Jessica Ohle, Circulation Manager Linda Fenton, Publishers Linda Scarbrough and Clark Thurmond, and reporters Kaitlyn Wilkes, Abbey Archer and Katherine Ham- ilton, join Williamson County Commissioners Tuesday, May 19, for a proclamation celebrating the newspaper’s 150th volume. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

The Sun launches 150th volume

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
The Williamson County Sun entered its 150th year of operations Tuesday, May 19, by publishing Issue 1 of Volume 150.Each volume of the Sun represents one year of news coverage. Williamson County Commissioners Court honored the Sun and its 150th volume during its May 19 meeting.
(From left to right) Ashanti Urena, Maria Atencio and Amanda Castelan at senior prom. Photo courtesy of Nerleidy Rivera

(From left to right) Ashanti Urena, Maria Atencio and Amanda Castelan at senior prom. Photo courtesy of Nerleidy Rivera

GISD students formally request Latin music at Prom

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Latin music was sprinkled into the Georgetown High School prom playlist this weekend for the first time, which resulted in a larger number of the school’s hispanic students attending this year’s celebration. The addition was the result of an effort by the school’s Cultural Connections club.
A schematic for the Georgetown YMCA shows an overhead view of the parking lot, the building and the outside courts and pools that will be a part of the two-story building. (Rendering courtesy City of Georgetown)

A schematic for the Georgetown YMCA shows an overhead view of the parking lot, the building and the outside courts and pools that will be a part of the two-story building. (Rendering courtesy City of Georgetown)

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Groundbreaking for bond-approved Georgetown YMCA estimated for FY27

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The new YMCA facility on 6200 Williams Drive — which was approved by voters through the 2023 bond election — will be part of Georgetown’s 2027 Capital Improvement Project budget.
The City of Georgetown will seek $274 million in funding for water projects to ensure long-term water for residents.

The City of Georgetown will seek $274 million in funding for water projects to ensure long-term water for residents.

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Georgetown seeks $274 million in state loans for water pipeline

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
City of Georgetown staff will apply for up to $274 million in deferred and low-interest loans from the Texas Water Development Board to help fund a pipeline connecting Circleville to northern Georgetown as part of the Georgetown Regional Water Initiative.
Rob Nixon and his son Aidan, 13, enjoyed fishing together at Blue Hole Park on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp

Rob Nixon and his son Aidan, 13, enjoyed fishing together at Blue Hole Park on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp

Georgetown city council talks new trails, pool, fire station

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
By MEDHA SARINGeorgetown City council discussed capital improvement projects to update city parks, trails and recreational areas, facilities such as the library and animal shelter, and emergency services during their May 12 workshop.
7-year-old Kai Hearns has fun at the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s this week, families are finding heat relief at area parks and splash pads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

7-year-old Kai Hearns has fun at the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s this week, families are finding heat relief at area parks and splash pads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Splashing into Summer

Andy Sharp
Monday, May 18, 2026
Children enjoyed the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s, families found heat relief at area parks and splash pads.Georgetown’s splash pads opened for the season on April 1. The splash pads are open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Doug Noble, who took over for Shawn Hood for District 2, is sworn in with his wife Kasie and his children during his swearing in on May 12.

Doug Noble, who took over for Shawn Hood for District 2, is sworn in with his wife Kasie and his children during his swearing in on May 12.

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Georgetown Council members, mayor sworn into office

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, May 15, 2026
A fresh face joined Georgetown City Council May 12, while two incumbents were also re-sworn into their seats on the dais for a new term.
Stephanie Tibbets, vice president for the Saddle Creek Board of Directors for the HOA and a retired pediatric sexual assault nurse examiner, speaks against the proposed Justice Complex location during the May 12 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Stephanie Tibbets, vice president for the Saddle Creek Board of Directors for the HOA and a retired pediatric sexual assault nurse examiner, speaks against the proposed Justice Complex location during the May 12 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Public pushback grows as Williamson County advances Justice Complex

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, May 15, 2026
The Williamson County Commissioners Court is moving ahead with plans to build a new Jail and Justice Center in South Georgetown on SE Inner Loop, despite growing public objections to the proposed location by residents in the area.
Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett, center, poses with city council members and City Manager David Morgan and is recognized May 12 for more than 30 years of service to Georgetown. Mr. Garrett also gave a presentation about renovations to parks and trails, during the meeting, marking her final time addressing the council before retirement. Photos courtesy the City of Georgetown

Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett, center, poses with city council members and City Manager David Morgan and is recognized May 12 for more than 30 years of service to Georgetown. Mr. Garrett also gave a presentation about renovations to parks and trails, during the meeting, marking her final time addressing the council before retirement. Photos courtesy the City of Georgetown

Georgetown employees honored for years of service

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
By MEDHA SARINGeorgetown City Council recognized five employees for their years of service and dedication at the council workshop Tuesday, May 12.
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