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Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association member Paulette Taylor was Mistress of Ceremony for the unveiling of an historical marker (seen at right) at Citizens Memorial Garden Cemetery during a ceremony held on Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19, 2025. Located at 251 Memorial Drive, the cemetery opened in 1906, providing final resting places for African-American and Hispanic residents.

Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association member Paulette Taylor was Mistress of Ceremony for the unveiling of an historical marker (seen at right) at Citizens Memorial Garden Cemetery during a ceremony held on Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19, 2025. Located at 251 Memorial Drive, the cemetery opened in 1906, providing final resting places for African-American and Hispanic residents.

Historical marker placed at Citizens Memorial Garden Cemetery

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association members met during the unveiling of an historical marker at Citizens Memorial Garden Cemetery on Juneteenth, Thursday, June 19.
(Staff from left to right) Jared Shotwell, Ronald Brakes, Esin Lau, Mandy Guerra and Savannah Stampley with her dog Sebastian. He is the shop dog and enjoys plenty of treats.

(Staff from left to right) Jared Shotwell, Ronald Brakes, Esin Lau, Mandy Guerra and Savannah Stampley with her dog Sebastian. He is the shop dog and enjoys plenty of treats.

Georgetown Barbershop welcomes new owner, continues local legacy

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
“Anyone who says ‘You can’t make it in America’ is lying,” Esin Lau, founder of Georgetown Barbershop said.“I come from a small, small town in Turkey and here I am cutting hair.” Ms. Lau opened Georgetown Barbershop in 2013, becoming the first woman in the city to own a barbershop.
Patti Maisano portrays Catherine, while Jeff Bush plays Robert. Photos courtesy The Palace Theatre

Patti Maisano portrays Catherine, while Jeff Bush plays Robert. Photos courtesy The Palace Theatre

Find ‘Proof’ at the Palace Playhouse

Linda Dwyer
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
The June 20 Palace Playhouse opening night of Proof delivered in a big way.Proof premiered Off-Broadway in May 2000 and transferred to Broadway a few months later. The play won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Play.
Josh Schroeder

Josh Schroeder

Georgetown Mayor announces reelection bid

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder announced Monday, June 23, he will run for reelection in the May 2026 mayoral election. If reelected, this would be the mayor’s third term, which he would hold until May 2029. “Georgetown is at a critical juncture,” Mr. Schroeder said.
Russel Fishbeck, Wilco parks director, explains the new rental procedures for the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, June 17. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Russel Fishbeck, Wilco parks director, explains the new rental procedures for the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, June 17. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County revises park policies

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, June 20, 2025
Summer is in full swing. With families spending more time outdoors, Williamson County officials are adjusting park rental rules and reservation policies.
Eli Davis putting out the trash and recycling cans of a Curb Champ customer.

Eli Davis putting out the trash and recycling cans of a Curb Champ customer.

Young resident builds business skills with curbside trash service

Abbey Archer
Thursday, June 19, 2025
For almost three years, 13-year-old Eli Davis has taken his neighbors’ trash and recycling cans in the Riverbend area to the curb for pickup and returned them afterward. Serving 19 customers through his business, Curb Champ, can be challenging, especially after tiring basketball practices.
Staff and volunteers of Yesterday’s Gone are presented with a $114,000 check from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake in the Georgetown Public Library, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Staff and volunteers of Yesterday’s Gone are presented with a $114,000 check from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake in the Georgetown Public Library, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

See a need, fill a need: Latter-day Saints donate to Wilco nonprofit

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Liberty Hill nonprofit Yesterday’s Gone received a $114,000 grant Monday, June 16, that will allow the organization to add more tiny homes and community vehicles to serve women in need.The funds came from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake.
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