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Reporters from the Sun sat down with three of the women serving as elected officials on both county and city leadership to learn about their careers, goals and individual experiences in their roles.

Reporters from the Sun sat down with three of the women serving as elected officials on both county and city leadership to learn about their careers, goals and individual experiences in their roles.

Highlighting Williamson County women during March

Brigid Cooley
Monday, March 13, 2023
As Williamson County and Georgetown celebrate National Women’s History month this March, it is important to take a look at some of the female leadership already existing in the community.
Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

As fentanyl dangers grow, Wilco Sheriff awards grants supporting awareness and education

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, March 9, 2023
In a room full of heartbreak, Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason Tuesday told families of loved ones killed by fentanyl that his office is donating $50,000 to educate families and youth about the deadly drug.
The painting “Sunset over Austin” by Lilly Ramphal Naley is on display at the Truewood by Merrill gallery through April 5.

The painting “Sunset over Austin” by Lilly Ramphal Naley is on display at the Truewood by Merrill gallery through April 5.

Art Scapes: Lilly Ramphal Naley painting at Truewood in March

Ellen Greeney
Friday, March 3, 2023
Truewood by Merrill is hosting a solo art exhibit by Lilly Ramphal Naley.  Her 11 paintings focus on fauna, forests and water. These paintings will be on display through April 5 at the senior living community,  4907 Williams Drive.
Jarrell ISD trustees approved new elementary school attendance zones February 15 to accommodate the opening of Double Creek Elementary School in August.

Jarrell ISD trustees approved new elementary school attendance zones February 15 to accommodate the opening of Double Creek Elementary School in August.

New elementary attendance zones set for Jarrell ISD

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Jarrell ISD trustees approved new elementary school attendance zones February 15 to accommodate the opening of Double Creek Elementary School in August. Trustees approved a plan recommended by the Attendance Zone Committee, which was made up of district staff and parents.
Jarrell firefighter Jake Owen helps with a ceremonial cleaning of his department's new ladder truck February 17. Mr. Owen, 24, is undergoing treatment for brain cancer and had returned to the department for the first time since starting treatments in January. Photo by Andy Sharp

Jarrell firefighter Jake Owen helps with a ceremonial cleaning of his department's new ladder truck February 17. Mr. Owen, 24, is undergoing treatment for brain cancer and had returned to the department for the first time since starting treatments in January. Photo by Andy Sharp

Jarrell Fire Department welcomes back firefighter battling cancer

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The Jarrell Fire Department last week celebrated a milestone and did it while supporting a firefighter fighting a battle of his own.
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