Williamson County Animal Shelter hosts annual foster program

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will offer its annual Home for the Holidays fostering program this year.   As a part of the Home for the Holidays foster program, residents can pick out any medium or large dog as a foster pet through the holiday season.

Twinkling Taylor

The City of Taylor invites the community to participate in the city’s Christmas festivities at 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 2.

Williamson County EMS educates residents about opioids

Williamson County Emergency Medical Services is offering its first free class to the public about the dangers of opioids at EMS Headquarters, 3189 Southeast Inner Loop in Georgetown at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 6.

Williamson County welcomes new veterans services director

 “My mission is only one to serve veterans and their families.” -  Michael Hernandez, Williamson County Director of Veteran Services   Williamson County named retired Army Sergeant Michael Hernandez as the director of Veteran Services on November 1. Mr.

Williamson County residents OK road, park bonds

Williamson County residents have approved both of the county’s 2023 bond propositions.  “The voters have overwhelmingly confirmed the direction we are going in Williamson County,” County Judge Bill Gravell said in a statement to the Sun.

FINAL RESULTS: Wilco bonds pass with 60% support from residents

Final update November 8, 12:20 a.m.  Final voting totals for Williamson County's two bond propositions show that Proposition A received support from 62.23 percent of county voters, and Proposition B received 59.89 percent support. Both propositions have been approved.  Update 10:50 p.m.

What to know about the flu and common winter illnesses

Flu season’s peak is from mid-November through mid-December. Residents are advised to get their flu shots to prevent getting sick during the fall and winter months.  Dr. Eva Slavcheva, chief medical officer at St. David’s Georgetown Hospital, told the Sun based on information gathered from the U.S.

Commissioners point to hunger, homeless needs ahead of holidays

As the holidays are approaching, families are preparing their homes for the festivities: putting up the decorations, preparing the feast in the kitchen, welcoming visiting family and friends.