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The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

Animal nonprofits prove popular for Amplify Wilco Day

In the third year of Amplify Wilco Day from Austin nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here, $1.4 million was raised for the 103 participating nonprofits throughout the county. Williamson County nonprofits made up 14 percent of nonprofit participation this year, according to I Live Here I Give Here.
Khrystofer Washington and his horse Dakota enjoy a peaceful evening ride as sunset nears along Justin Lane on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.     Photo by Andy Sharp.

Khrystofer Washington and his horse Dakota enjoy a peaceful evening ride as sunset nears along Justin Lane on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Evening Ride

Khrystofer Washington and his horse Dakota enjoy a peaceful evening ride as sunset nears along Justin Lane on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.Photos by Andy Sharp
Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown.  For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown. For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Nonprofits hit Square for Amplify Wilco launch

Amplify Wilco — the annual day of giving organized by Central Texas nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here — launched Wednesday evening, with nonprofits lining up along the Square in downtown Georgetown. On March 4 at 6 p.m. until 6 p.m. on March 5, donors could contribute $5 or more at www.amplifyatx.

Republican 512 District Court Judge Candidate Q&As

Ryan Bowndshttps://ryanbownds.com/meet-ryan Why did you choose to run for district judge?I’ve had a career in legal public service. I’ve always felt a calling to use the talent and gifts that God has given me to serve the people around me.

Republican State Senator District 3 Candidate Q&As

Dr. Charles Schwertner (incumbent)www.drschwertner.com Why did you choose to run for state senator? I chose to run for re-election to continue defending the conservative values that make Texas strong: freedom, opportunity, faith, family, and limited government.

Democrat State Senate District 5 Candidate Q&As

Paul Thomassonhttps://thomassonforsenate.comWhy did you choose to run for state senator? I am a Democratic Activist In Brazos County and am a zealous progressive.  Others came to me (repeatedly) and asked me to run for this very challenging seat.

Republican State Representative District 52 Candidate Q&As

Caroline Harris Davila (incumbent) https://carolinefortexas.comWhy did you choose to run for the House?As a lifelong conservative Republican and your current state representative, I believe in limited government, free enterprise, and rugged individualism.

Democrat District 31 Candidate Q&As

Justin Earlywww.votejustinearly.com Why did you choose to run for Congress? I’m running because the problems we face in District 31 are not just Texas problems; they’re American problems.