Jarrell
Kaitlyn Wilkes
As the holidays approach, foods become abundant and healthy eating habits may fall to the wayside.
However, Stacey Palmer — a doctor of nursing p and nurse practitioner St. David’s Georgetow — said recentering the meaning of holidays can help those who are trying to maintain a healthy diet.
Thursday, November 23, 2023
Volunteer guide: Explore opportunities to help others in the greater Georgetown area
Katherine Hamilton
As we count our blessings at Thanksgiving, our thoughts turn to ways we can better help others. The Sun has compiled this Volunteer Guide to feature a list of opportunities that help organizations, individuals and families in Georgetown and Williamson County.
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Event guide: Enjoy the holidays in Williamson County
News Staff
As the year draws to a close, the Square becomes a twinkling, light-strewn wonderland and the city is full of holiday jaunts. Whether you’re searching for Santa or dreaming of snow, these events will speak to your inner child this Christmas time in Georgetown and Williamson County.
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Corrections Department Director. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.
Corrections director gets promoted to Texas council
Nalani Nuylan
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department for Adult Probation director, was elected to serve on the Probation Advisory Council of Texas.
“I’m honored to be elected to this position and look forward to serving our region,” he said in a statement.
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioner's court and members from Tree of Angels pose for a photo after the commissioners voted to make December 5 Tree of Angels Day for the county. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Williamson County remembers loved ones during holiday season
Nalani Nuylan
The Williamson County Commissioners Court will recognize December 5 as Tree of Angels Day this year. Commissioners approved the recognition during a meeting Tuesday, November 21.
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Georgetown, Liberty Hill loses profits in newest sale tax report
Nalani Nuylan
The following are sales tax revenues reported by the Texas Comptroller in the November 2023 report, which is representative of activity from two months prior:
Georgetown
In the November 2023 report, Georgetown decreased by 6.51 percent when compared to November 2022.
Monday, November 20, 2023
Williamson County Animal Shelter hosts annual foster program
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Friday, November 17, 2023
Williamson County EMS educates residents about opioids
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Williamson County exits agreement with United Way
Nalani Nuylan
In a special eight-minute-long meeting on Monday, November 13, the Williamson County Commissioner’s Court unanimously approved the termination of an agreement to manage federal ARPA funds for Breast Cancer screening provided through United Way of Greater Austin.
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Salvador Lopez, center, was recognized for his 40 years of service in Juvenile Services at the November 7 Commissioners meeting at the county courthouse. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.
County Briefs
Nalani Nuylan
The Williamson County Commissioner’s Court recognized multiple people at the beginning of the November 7 meeting at the county courthouse.
40 years of service
Salvador Lopez was recognized for his 40 years of service in Juvenile Services at the beginning of the commissioners court meeting.
Monday, November 13, 2023