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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

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

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

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

The Jarrell Fire Department last week celebrated a milestone and did it while supporting a firefighter fighting a battle of his own.
A vehicle ran into a utility pole at the intersection of County Road 414 and County Road 417 Wednesday, February 1, south of Granger Lake. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

A vehicle ran into a utility pole at the intersection of County Road 414 and County Road 417 Wednesday, February 1, south of Granger Lake. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

Photos: Scenes from this week's ice storm in Williamson County

A major ice storm in Williamson County left many areas without power, with downed trees throughout the area. Temperatures began to climb above the freezing mark by Thursday.