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The County’s new Lake Creek Annex used to be the Texas Department of Transportation’s testing facility. It sits between the 183 Toll and Lakeline Boulevard near Lakeline Mall in the northern tip of Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The County’s new Lake Creek Annex used to be the Texas Department of Transportation’s testing facility. It sits between the 183 Toll and Lakeline Boulevard near Lakeline Mall in the northern tip of Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Capitol Improvement Projects: Williamson County sets upgrades for Lake Creek annex

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Updated plans for the future Lake Creek annex include new county assets including a crime laboratory, a radio tower and other support for county law enforcement, and Williamson County is looking at its future budget to accommodate needed updates.
There are six data center properties in Williamson County. Illustration by Matthew Brake.

There are six data center properties in Williamson County. Illustration by Matthew Brake.

Rise in data centers lead to opportunities, questions for Williamson County residents

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, April 6, 2026
 “I moved out here to get away from exactly that — the light, the noise, everything [a data center] brings is disgusting,” — Houston Brautigan, Jarrell residentHouston Brautigan moved to Jarell after leaving his hometown of Ashburn, Virginia — a city nicknamed “Data Center Alley” — about six years...
Matthias Early gives a speech at his campaign kick-off for House District 20 on Sunday, March 22, at Red Horn in Leander. The 21-year-old is running on the Democratic ballot against Republican incumbent Terry Wilson. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Matthias Early gives a speech at his campaign kick-off for House District 20 on Sunday, March 22, at Red Horn in Leander. The 21-year-old is running on the Democratic ballot against Republican incumbent Terry Wilson. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

21-year-old launches campaign for House District 20

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, April 2, 2026
A father-son duo are taking on Republican incumbents John Carter and Terry Wilson in this November’s general election. A 21-year-old, Matthias Early, is running against Representative Wilson in House District 20, which covers the western half of Williamson County.
About 100 residents pack the Commissioners Court room Teusday afternoon to find answers and air grievances regarding the Primary Election. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

About 100 residents pack the Commissioners Court room Teusday afternoon to find answers and air grievances regarding the Primary Election. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Residents ‘appalled,’ ‘disgusted’ with Primary election day, EA's life threatened

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, March 27, 2026
Williamson County will return to county-wide polling for the May run-off election. Wilco officials on Tuesday, March 24, dove into details about the recent March primary election, which was coordinated by the county’s Republican and Democratic parties by state law.
Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.

Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.

30 years of service: Williamson County honors retirement of first African-American bailiff

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Story and Photos by Nalani NuylanThe 26th District Court in Williamson County was decorated for a special occasion. Balloons and snacks lined the room, and laughter permeated the air.
Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Election woes continue

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Eight Williamson County residents took to the podium during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting to voice their frustration about how Election Day was handled during this month’s primary election.
The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

Animal nonprofits prove popular for Amplify Wilco Day

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, March 9, 2026
In the third year of Amplify Wilco Day from Austin nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here, $1.4 million was raised for the 103 participating nonprofits throughout the county. Williamson County nonprofits made up 14 percent of nonprofit participation this year, according to I Live Here I Give Here.
Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown. For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown. For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Nonprofits hit Square for Amplify Wilco launch

Nicholas Cicale
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Amplify Wilco — the annual day of giving organized by Central Texas nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here — launched Wednesday evening, with nonprofits lining up along the Square in downtown Georgetown. On March 4 at 6 p.m. until 6 p.m. on March 5, donors could contribute $5 or more at www.amplifyatx.
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