Hutto - Taylor
Nalani Nuylan
The Brazos River Authority has notified the City of Taylor that it is implementing a Stage 2 Drought Warning for the East Williamson County Regional Water System at Lake Granger.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Map of the most recent drought conditions in Texas, which has reached the “exceptional” level in Williamson County — the worst possible. Courtesy of U.S. Drought Monitor.
County bakes, literally, in worst possible drought conditions
Nalani Nuylan
With the end of summer approaching, Williamson County is experiencing a record drought. The worst drought previously was in August 2011, which lasted five months. The county returned to Moderate Drought in May 2012.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Williamson County, Georgetown observe Labor Day
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Williamson County and Georgetown offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. Offices will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 5, according to the press release.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Photos of “angels” who lost their lives to fentanyl poisoning line the county courtroom during an August 15 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Killing painkiller
Nalani Nuylan
Two weeks ago, a group of families took their seats in the pews of Williamson County’s commissioners courtroom in downtown Georgetown.
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Williamson County recognizes employees of the year
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County Commissioners Court recognized its employees of the year and project team of the year for 2023 during the August 22 meeting. The award recipients were selected by a committee with 29 nominations over five categories.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioners Court discusses an item on the August 22 agenda. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Wilco Commissioners Court approves proposed 2024 budget
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County Commissioners on August 22 unanimously approved the proposed budget for the 2024 Fiscal Year on first reading and will vote on the finalized budget and tax rate during their next meeting.
The proposed expenditures to the general fund amount for FY 2024 totals $313.4 million.
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Williamson County provides August update on ongoing projects
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County Commissioners Court was provided with their monthly construction update during their Tuesday, August 15, meeting. All projects are part of the county’s road bond program.
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Scenic summer views in East Williamson County
Andy Sharp
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Neighbors Serving Neighbors food pantry in Bartlett helps East Wilco families
Abbey Archer
Since 2019, a small effort by Bartlett resident Stephanie Myers to help neighbors in need has blossomed into a local food pantry, serving about 500 families per month.
Neighbors Serving Neighbors collects food items and goods to distribute to families in eastern Williamson County.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Williamson County Commissioners Court approves ARPA Funding
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County Commissioners Court approved federal American Rescue Plan Act Funding for several infrastructure projects to help cities within the county.
Wednesday, August 16, 2023