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Georgetown Police Chief Cory Tchida visits with race participants before the start of the one-mile Fun Run during the 13th Annual Chase the Chief, held Sunday, March 2, 2025 at East View High School. 2,000 people were registered for the one-mile fun run and 5K event. Proceeds from the races support physical education programs in Georgetown. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Georgetown Police Chief Cory Tchida visits with race participants before the start of the one-mile Fun Run during the 13th Annual Chase the Chief, held Sunday, March 2, 2025 at East View High School. 2,000 people were registered for the one-mile fun run and 5K event. Proceeds from the races support physical education programs in Georgetown. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Georgetown residents Chase the Chief

Andy Sharp
Friday, March 7, 2025
The 13th Annual Chase the Chief was held Sunday, March 2, at East View High School.  About 2,000 people were registered for the one-mile fun run and 5K event.   Proceeds from the races support physical education programs in Georgetown.Photo by Andy Sharp

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Georgetown residence subject of bomb threat

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, March 6, 2025
At about 11:30 a.m. on March 5, the Georgetown Police Department responded to a bomb threat in the 100 block of Retreat Place, which is near the International Order of Odd Fellows cemetery. By 12:01 p.m. the scene had been cleared of any threats and the area was reopened to the public.
Parks and Recreation and library staff, members from Friends of the Georgetown Library, and families help cut the ribbon for the storywalk at San Gabriel Park.

Parks and Recreation and library staff, members from Friends of the Georgetown Library, and families help cut the ribbon for the storywalk at San Gabriel Park.

Randy Morrow Trail home to new Georgetown story walk

News Staff
Thursday, March 6, 2025
It was a busy-eyed day at San Gabriel Park this past Tuesday, when the Georgetown Public Library and Georgetown Parks and Recreation celebrated the opening of our first permanent storywalk. Bubbles and snacks preceded the dedication and ribbon cutting. You may be wondering, what is a storywalk?
The sun begins to go down along County Road 382 east of Walburg on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

The sun begins to go down along County Road 382 east of Walburg on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

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Walburg Sunset

Andy Sharp
Thursday, March 6, 2025
The sun begins to go down along County Road 382 east of Walburg on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.   Photos by Andy Sharp.   
Strong winds led to a dusty landscape as seen along County Road 124 near Weir on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Strong winds led to a dusty landscape as seen along County Road 124 near Weir on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Dust in the Wind

Andy Sharp
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Strong winds led to a dusty landscape in Williamson County Tuesday afternoon, March 4. Dry conditions and strong winds led to extreme fire weather, and a warm, breezy and hazy afternoon.    Photos by Andy Sharp.  
Hutto ISD Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin, right, explains how Hutto ISD will be impacted by the tax exceptions from Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation purchasing properties in Williamson County, March 5. She is accompanied by County Judge Bill Gravell, left, and County Commissioner Russ Boles, center. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Hutto ISD Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin, right, explains how Hutto ISD will be impacted by the tax exceptions from Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation purchasing properties in Williamson County, March 5. She is accompanied by County Judge Bill Gravell, left, and County Commissioner Russ Boles, center. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County sues Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation to block tax exempt projects

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
In response to what Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell called “one of the most egregious acts against the children of Williamson County,” Wilco has sued Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation for allegedly violating the Texas Housing Finance Corporations Act.
This map illustrates the closures that will be seen on Lakeway Drive throughout May. (Courtesy City of Georgetown)

This map illustrates the closures that will be seen on Lakeway Drive throughout May. (Courtesy City of Georgetown)

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Slew of traffic light projects underway in Georgetown

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Three new traffic lights along Ronald Reagan Boulevard are in various stages of completion. The traffic light at the Ronald Reagan and Sun City Boulevard intersection will be updated by the city. The intersection is also part of Williamson County’s Ronald Reagan Boulevard Widening project.
Fire Chief John Sullivan presents a public safety update to the city council during their February 28 meeting. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Fire Chief John Sullivan presents a public safety update to the city council during their February 28 meeting. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Fire department strives to reduce response times

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Facing increased demands for service due to population growth, the Georgetown Fire Department is aiming to get response times down to nine minutes to get to residents in medical distress earlier and to stop the spread of fires.
Dave Richardson

Dave Richardson

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Dave Richardson hopes to bring new ideas to Georgetown city council

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Georgetown resident Dave Richardson is running for District 4 City Council to make sure Georgetown maintains the charm that he and his wife fell in love with when they moved here in 2019. The small-town energy was something he loved about his hometown of Naperville, Illinois. Mr.
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