Georgetown
A map of Garey Park shows where the amenities are and how the city balances activities and natural spaces. (Courtesy City of Georgetown)
Georgetown continues Garey Park updates, expansion
Kaitlyn Wilkes
More amenities are on the way to Garey Park, as a five-year project enters its second phase. The next phase of improvements include an expansion to Garey House, changes to the park entry, an amphitheater, three group cabins, a retreat pavilion, a RV host site, parking and a play ranch.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Prima Dora co-owners, from left, Melody English, Alan Barnette and Nathan English stand inside their new space on the Square. Photo by Abbey Archer
Business owners deal with changing downtown landscape
Abbey Archer
As the heart of Georgetown continues to evolve, small business owners find themselves navigating both opportunities and challenges in the increasingly competitive downtown real estate and commerce environment.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
From left to right, Chairman of the Central Texas Community Foundation Luke Cochran, Texas Baptist Children's Home President Debbie Rippstein, Ron Martin of Emerson Technologies, volunteer of the year Hollis Bone and Executive Director of CTXCF Amy Merida take a photo at the 2024 CTXCF Legacy Luncheon in Kalahari Resort and Conventions on September 4. Photo courtesy of Central Texas Community Foundation.
Williamson County foundation honors nonprofits, volunteers at awards lunch
Nalani Nuylan
The Texas Baptist Children's Home received the 2024 Impact Award September 4 during the Central Texas Community Foundation’s sixth annual Legacy Luncheon. Formerly the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, Central Texas Community Foundation’s mission is to spark philanthropic giving.
Monday, September 9, 2024
GISD pursues land purchase in Northwest Georgetown
Katherine Hamilton
Superintendent Devin Padvil has been authorized by Georgetown ISD trustees to take preliminary steps to purchase 11.47 acres of land for a new school. The land is adjacent to 135 acres already owned by GISD in the district’s northwest quadrant, according to the Williamson County Appraisal District.
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.
Cotton Country Club celebrates 25 years of dancing
Abbey Archer
Cotton Country Club dancehall and restaurant in Granger is celebrating their 25 anniversary this year. The club was originally founded by Bubba Cox in 1999, and after a few changes in ownership, was most recently purchased in 2022 by Emily and Chris Hamilton.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Terry Hughes and the Debonaires performing on New Years 2024. Photo courtesy of Cotton Country Club.
Cotton Country Club celebrates 25 years of dancing
Abbey Archer
Cotton Country Club dancehall and restaurant in Granger is celebrating their 25 anniversary this year. The club was originally founded by Bubba Cox in 1999, and after a few changes in ownership, was most recently purchased in 2022 by Emily and Chris Hamilton.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Allison Stubbs is the franchisee of Jeremiah's Italian
Cool down at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
Abbey Archer
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice has brought its signature cold treats and soft serve ice cream to Georgetown, and opened a new location at West University Avenue on August 20. “I thought Georgetown was the perfect place to open a [Jeremiah’s Italian Ice.]” Franchisee Allison Stubbs said.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
The Gold Bird Family investors include, (back row, from left) Brad Strittmatter, Tommy McCormick, Troy Hellmann, Cody Hirt, Tim Carr, (front row, from left) Stacey Strittmatter, Melissa McCormick, Jordana Hirt and Haley Carr.
Camp Briteside opens, draws crowd in Northwest Georgetown
Abbey Archer
Camp Briteside — a new restaurant, bar and outdoor space located on 8701 Ranch Road 2338 — held a grand opening Sunday, September 1. According to owner Cody Hirt, about 650 people visited for the opening event. At 3 p.m., usually a slow time for restaurants, Camp Briteside was on a two hour wait.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
City considers postponing annual grants to nonprofits
Kaitlyn Wilkes
After being presented with recommendations for the city’s annual Strategic Partnerships for Community Services Grant Award for local nonprofits during its August 28 workshop, Georgetown City Council agreed the program should be reevaluated to make sure it is its most effective in providing money to...
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
New Georgetown, GISD partnership could last to 2064
Kaitlyn Wilkes
For the next 20 years, the city and Georgetown ISD will work together under established procedures, processes, development standards and fee structures that will provide cost-effective and efficient development for future school sites in city limits and in the extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Tuesday, September 3, 2024