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State Representative Caroline Harris Davila, R-Round Rock, works on House Bill 517, which deals with HOA fines, in her office at the Texas Capitol in downtown Austin, April 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

State Representative Caroline Harris Davila, R-Round Rock, works on House Bill 517, which deals with HOA fines, in her office at the Texas Capitol in downtown Austin, April 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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The Texas Legislature: Williamson County, Georgetown eye bills with impact

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
With the Texas Legislature two months from the finish line, Williamson County officials have their eyes on specific bills that could directly impact Wilco residents and cities.
Justice of the Peace Judges Evelyn McLean, left, and Angela Williams, right, were elected into leadership for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Photo courtesy of Judge Angela Williams.

Justice of the Peace Judges Evelyn McLean, left, and Angela Williams, right, were elected into leadership for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Photo courtesy of Judge Angela Williams.

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JPs selected as leaders in regional justice association

Nalani Nuylan
Saturday, April 5, 2025
Justice of the Peace Judges Angela Williams and Evelyn McLean were elected into leadership positions for the Central Texas Justices of the Peace & Constables Association. Judge McLean will serve as the 2025 president and Judge Williams as the 2025 judge advocate for the Association.
Accountant Phil Vaughan, front right, presents the city’s annual financial report to Jarrell City Council, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Accountant Phil Vaughan, front right, presents the city’s annual financial report to Jarrell City Council, April 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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City of Jarrell reviews financial status

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, April 4, 2025
The City of Jarrell is in good financial standing, according to a Fiscal Year 2024 report by third-party accountant Phil Vaughan. During Jarrell’s April 1 city council meeting, Mr. Vaughan reported that the city increased its general fund and utility revenues.
Kelly Herandez, back, and Kyla Coleman, senior victims assistant coordinator for the Hutto Police Department, front, explain the importance of recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the April 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kelly Herandez, back, and Kyla Coleman, senior victims assistant coordinator for the Hutto Police Department, front, explain the importance of recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during the April 1 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County stresses importance of sexual assault awareness

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Williamson County commissioners recognized April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month during its April 1 meeting. “I know that at times it can feel like a proclamation is just words,” said Ryan Bownds, chief prosecutor of the special victims unit for the District Attorney's office.

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County partners with Round Rock for road projects

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Williamson County Commissioners Court received its monthly construction update, March 25. All projects discussed are part of the county’s road bond program.Senior Infrastructure Director Robert Daigh presented the updates, broken down by precinct.

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Commissioners appoint spaceport board

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
The Williamson County Commissioners Court appointed four members to the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation Board of Directors, March 25. The new board members will serve a two-year term beginning June 1 and ending on May 31, 2027.
50 acres burnt near Parmer Lane: an overview shot shows an area in Cedar Park impacted by the Parmer Lane fire in August 2023. [Sun archive photo]

50 acres burnt near Parmer Lane: an overview shot shows an area in Cedar Park impacted by the Parmer Lane fire in August 2023. [Sun archive photo]

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Williamson County issues county-wide burn ban

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
The Williamson County Commissioners Court issued a county-wide burn ban effective 10:18 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25, for a period not to exceed 90 days due to severe drought conditions. These conditions include above-average heat, low humidity, low fuel moisture, and high winds.
CR 305 bond project area.

CR 305 bond project area.

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Jarrell paves way for county bond project

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, March 21, 2025
Jarrell City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Williamson County for the County Road 305 bond project during the March 18 meeting. The agreement will have Williamson County pay for the construction on the road, while the city will maintain and reimburse the county.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court on March 14 — from left Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Russ Boles — set the interview date for interim county judge candidates. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court on March 14 — from left Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, Valerie Covey and Russ Boles — set the interview date for interim county judge candidates. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County Commissioners set date for candidate appointments

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, March 14, 2025
Williamson County Commissioners Court on March 14 set a timeline to announce an interim County Judge, who will step in to finish out Bill Gravell’s current term.
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