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A Flock camera sits on a pole under a solar panel. The company Flock Safety sells and operates License Plate Readers, video cameras, audio detector, first responder and security drones, and multiple software programs, and contracts with police departments and other organizations to help with investigations. Georgetown Police Department will use Flock cameras to capture images of a vehicle’s license plate, color, make and type.

A Flock camera sits on a pole under a solar panel. The company Flock Safety sells and operates License Plate Readers, video cameras, audio detector, first responder and security drones, and multiple software programs, and contracts with police departments and other organizations to help with investigations. Georgetown Police Department will use Flock cameras to capture images of a vehicle’s license plate, color, make and type.

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Georgetown PD to use Flock cameras for license plate readers

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, March 12, 2026
During the March 11 city council meeting, Georgetown City Council unanimously approved a four year contract with Flock Safety to install and maintain 10 license plate readers in high traffic areas in an amount not to exceed $29,954.10 for the first year and $28,710 in subsequent years.
Plaka Greek Cafe Owner Mo Kosari stands in front of an award wall in the restaurant, which has earned many first-place Best of Georgetown Awards in the “Best Ethnic (Non-Mexican/Tex-Mex)” category. Above his head is a photo of George and Zlata Betondo, the restaurant’s original owners, with Lady Bird Johnson. Photo by Abbey Archer

Plaka Greek Cafe Owner Mo Kosari stands in front of an award wall in the restaurant, which has earned many first-place Best of Georgetown Awards in the “Best Ethnic (Non-Mexican/Tex-Mex)” category. Above his head is a photo of George and Zlata Betondo, the restaurant’s original owners, with Lady Bird Johnson. Photo by Abbey Archer

A piece of Greece in Georgetown

Abbey Archer
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Plaka Greek Cafe is the only Greek restaurant in Georgetown, and it’s the type of place only residents would know about. The buffet serves food specifically inspired by Plaka— the oldest neighborhood in Athens, Greece.
Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Election woes continue

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Eight Williamson County residents took to the podium during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting to voice their frustration about how Election Day was handled during this month’s primary election.
Darvin Bamsch looks over a large collection of Easter baskets for sale at the Jonah and Weir Community Sale, held at the Jonah Community Center on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Darvin Bamsch looks over a large collection of Easter baskets for sale at the Jonah and Weir Community Sale, held at the Jonah Community Center on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

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Old Jonah School to get another reincarnation

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Sometimes down but never out, the old Jonah school building is getting another reincarnation.Built in 1922, the building east of Georgetown served the community and its children until 1971.
Poppies, most adorned with water drops from weekend rain, are making their annual appearance at Edwards Park on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Signs posted in the park let visitors know to be cautious, giving the blooms time to grow and prosper this month. Photo by Andy Sharp

Poppies, most adorned with water drops from weekend rain, are making their annual appearance at Edwards Park on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Signs posted in the park let visitors know to be cautious, giving the blooms time to grow and prosper this month. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Red Poppy season is here

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Poppies, most adorned with water drops from weekend rain, are making their annual appearance at Edwards Park on Saturday, March 7, 2026.  Signs posted in the park let visitors know to be cautious, giving the blooms time to grow and prosper this month.   Photo by Andy Sharp
Doreen Ransaw, left, a quilter from Harker Heights, paused from looking at quilts on display to join Sharon Frazier, right, as they worked on a quilt in progress on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the annual Georgetown Quilt Show, presented by Handcrafts Unlimited.

Doreen Ransaw, left, a quilter from Harker Heights, paused from looking at quilts on display to join Sharon Frazier, right, as they worked on a quilt in progress on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the annual Georgetown Quilt Show, presented by Handcrafts Unlimited.

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Roundabout: Events happening until the end of March 2026

Nicholas Cicale
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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City of Georgetown observes closures for Good Friday, Easter

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The City of Georgetown offices and facilities will close on April 3 and April 5 for Good Friday and Easter. There will be normal solid waste and recycling collection on April 3. The library will be open on Friday, April 3, and will be closed April 4 and 5.
Runners are off for the 5K Run during the annual Chase The Chief races held at East View High School on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A Fun Run, followed by a 5K Run were held Sunday afternoon, with proceeds benefitting physical education programs in the Georgetown Independent School District. 1994 entrants participated in the day’s events. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Runners are off for the 5K Run during the annual Chase The Chief races held at East View High School on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A Fun Run, followed by a 5K Run were held Sunday afternoon, with proceeds benefitting physical education programs in the Georgetown Independent School District. 1994 entrants participated in the day’s events. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Chase The Chief!

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The annual Chase The Chief races were held at East View High School on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A Fun Run, followed by a 5K Run were held Sunday afternoon, with proceeds benefitting physical education programs in the Georgetown Independent School District.
Senior Riley Kinser, an East View High School culinary arts student, keeps a close eye on Asian Green Beans she and her fellow students were preparing for attendees at the Georgetown ISD State of the District gathering held at the Future Ready Complex on Friday, March 6, 2026. District students and staff were on hand to demonstrate their skills in various areas. Superintendent Dr. Devin Padavil, joined by several GISD students, also gave a talk near the end of the program. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Senior Riley Kinser, an East View High School culinary arts student, keeps a close eye on Asian Green Beans she and her fellow students were preparing for attendees at the Georgetown ISD State of the District gathering held at the Future Ready Complex on Friday, March 6, 2026. District students and staff were on hand to demonstrate their skills in various areas. Superintendent Dr. Devin Padavil, joined by several GISD students, also gave a talk near the end of the program. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Students star in Georgetown ISD's State of District address

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Students shared how their Georgetown ISD experiences have built inspiration and confidence during a panel at the State of the District event held at the Future Ready Center March 6.
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