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Cindy Bryan was among the volunteers from Taylor’s First United Methodist Church helping distribute food at Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry in downtown Taylor on Saturday morning, November 1, 2025.

Cindy Bryan was among the volunteers from Taylor’s First United Methodist Church helping distribute food at Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry in downtown Taylor on Saturday morning, November 1, 2025.

Volunteers help distribute food at Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry

Andy Sharp
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Volunteers from Taylor’s First United Methodist Church helping distribute food at Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry in downtown Taylor on Saturday morning, November 1, 2025.  Although this is one of the pantry’s scheduled distributions, the number of people receiving food items has increased this week.
Williamson County Elections Administrator Bridgette Escobedo explained how the new congressional precincts were drawn during the October 28 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Elections Administrator Bridgette Escobedo explained how the new congressional precincts were drawn during the October 28 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Congressional reshuffle: Williamson County passes new voting precinct lines for 2026 elections

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Fifty-three congressional voting precincts will be changed ahead of elections in 2026.The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the new precinct boundary changes on October 28. The boundaries were established as part of Texas’ second special legislative session this summer.
3-year-old Hunter Davila and his brother Kayson, 7, enjoying looking at a 1941 Chevy Deluxe during the 12th Annual Main Street Car Show held in downtown Taylor on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

3-year-old Hunter Davila and his brother Kayson, 7, enjoying looking at a 1941 Chevy Deluxe during the 12th Annual Main Street Car Show held in downtown Taylor on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Taylor's Main Street Car Show

Andy Sharp
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
The 12th annual Main Street Car Show was held in downtown Taylor on Saturday, October 25, 2025.    Photos by Andy Sharp. 
Fog settles in as a cormorant flies over the lake at Murphy Park on Sunday morning, October 26, 2025. The fog began to lift after 10 a.m. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Fog settles in as a cormorant flies over the lake at Murphy Park on Sunday morning, October 26, 2025. The fog began to lift after 10 a.m. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Fall morning fog

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Fog settles in as a cormorant  flies over the lake at Murphy Park on Sunday morning, October 26, 2025. The fog began to lift after 10 a.m. Photo by Andy Sharp 
Leslie Andrews Booker joins the race for Judge of the 512th District Court in Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Jerel Booke.r

Leslie Andrews Booker joins the race for Judge of the 512th District Court in Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Jerel Booke.r

Leslie Booker announces candidacy for 512th District Court

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Joined by family, friends and supporters on the steps of the county courthouse, Attorney Leslie Andrews Booker on October 15 announced her candidacy for the newly created 512th District Court in Williamson County. Ms.
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple, front, and County Auditor Julie Kiley (back), explain the next steps for the new software system for the county during the October 21 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Chief Information Officer Richard Semple, front, and County Auditor Julie Kiley (back), explain the next steps for the new software system for the county during the October 21 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County purchases, preps new software

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 27, 2025
Williamson County will switch its operating software over to Workday Inc. starting November 5. On Tuesday, commissioners court approved the $9 million Workday Inc. software subscription.
Dave Porter, Director of the Wilco Economic Development Partnership, left, chats with County Judge Steve Snell about the future of Williamson County during the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch, October 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Dave Porter, Director of the Wilco Economic Development Partnership, left, chats with County Judge Steve Snell about the future of Williamson County during the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch, October 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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State of the County: Judge Snell shares economic, infrastructure outlook for Williamson County

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 23, 2025
A growing workforce, increased water infrastructure and worldwide business connections are on the horizon for Williamson County.
Larry Schmitt holds a sign that says “Tyrants Fear a Free Press” during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Larry Schmitt holds a sign that says “Tyrants Fear a Free Press” during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.

‘No Kings’ protests draws supporters, opposition, costumes

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Demonstrators gathered in downtown Taylor on Saturday afternoon, October 18, for a "No Kings" protest. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at Second and Main Streets. Other nearby protests were held in Round Rock, Pflugerville and downtown Austin at the same time.- Photos by Andy Sharp
Scott Matthew, Williamson County’s executive director of Juvenile Services, front, is joined by Judge Ryan Larson of the 395th District Court, back, to answer questions about funding juvenile programs through grants. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Scott Matthew, Williamson County’s executive director of Juvenile Services, front, is joined by Judge Ryan Larson of the 395th District Court, back, to answer questions about funding juvenile programs through grants. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Justices seek grant opportunities to better help youth

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Williamson County could receive more than $1 million in grants to fund juvenile assistance programs.During the October 14 Commissioners Court meeting, officials authorized justices of the peace to apply for grants supporting juvenile programs focused on substance use, violence and indigent defense.
Richard Vincent Ramos

Richard Vincent Ramos

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Georgetown man gets 90 years for child sexual assault

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Richard Vincent Ramos of Georgetown was sentenced to 90 years in prison by a Williamson County jury following a conviction for two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child. The 43-year-old chose to dismiss his court-appointed counsel and represent himself.
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