Leander resident Anna Yelaun stands in front of the Olympic rings holding a Texas flag. Ms. Yelaun volunteered at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as the lead volunteer for speed skating. (Photo courtesy Anna Yelaun)

From left to right: Ryan Bownds, Mandy Backlund and John McMillian received state certifications in criminal justice. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

Located on Austin Avenue near Old Town Park, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom historic home is 2,711 square feet and is listed at $895,000. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Bruce Clements, director of emergency management for Wilco, explains the flood resource grant from the Texas Water Development Board during the February 10 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Wildlife stocked the pond with 1225 rainbow trout for this free event. Originally scheduled for a morning time, the event was moved to the afternoon because of cold weather. Temperatures did reach into the low-mid 40s by mid-afternoon, but it was still a brisk day. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Bull Branch Park is seen well past sunset on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Light from nearby baseball fields where teams were practicing helps light the park. The photo was taken using a tripod and slower shutter speeds. This photo was taken at ISO 200, a 13-second exposure at f/5.6. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Williamson County Republican Party Chair Michelle Evans, front, explains the party’s wishes for precinct-level voting on Election Day, while Democratic Party Chair Kim Collins Gilby, back, looks on during the January 27 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.