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Williamson County AgriLife kicks off new year with events

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
The Williamson County AgriLife Extension office will start the new year with multiple events beginning January 2024.     Green Thumbs Up Gardening Program Master Gardener Lora Green will be discussing hardscape and how to integrate it into your outdoor areas, according to the press release.
The Uptown Carolers sing from the courthouse steps under a Waxing Gibbous moon (94% visibility) during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24.

The Uptown Carolers sing from the courthouse steps under a Waxing Gibbous moon (94% visibility) during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24.

2023 in review: Take a look back at the past year in Georgetown and Williamson County

News Staff
Friday, December 29, 2023
A s 2023 comes to a close and the year starts anew January 1, we reflect on the big news, events and updates that have taken place over the past calendar year in Williamson County.JANUARYWilliamson County officials take their oathsSeventeen Williamson County officials elected to serve in November...
Peggy Vasquez, center, stands with the Williamson County Commissioners and County Attorney Dee Hodds, left, after working for the county for 31 years. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Peggy Vasquez, center, stands with the Williamson County Commissioners and County Attorney Dee Hodds, left, after working for the county for 31 years. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

County Briefs

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
The Commissioners Court honored Peggy Vasquez for her 31 years of working for the county attorney’s office. Ms. Vasquez began her career in 1993, according to a resolution read by commissions.
Bill Zito is the new Senior Director of Emergency Services for Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Bill Zito is the new Senior Director of Emergency Services for Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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County chooses new emergency services director

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Bill Zito will serve as the county’s senior director of emergency services. He was appointed to the position by the Williamson County Commissioners Court on December 12.
Bridgette Escobedo. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Bridgette Escobedo. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson appoints new elections administrator

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
The Williamson County Elections Commission named Bridgette Escobedo as the county’s new elections administrator during a December 14 meeting at the Williamson County Courthouse.    “I am honored and thrilled to join Williamson County as your new elections administrator,” she said in a statement.
Augustine Dafe Ikolo. Photo courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

Augustine Dafe Ikolo. Photo courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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Sexual assault convict on the run

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 18, 2023
The Williamson County District Attorney’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a fugitive who failed to appear for his sentencing hearing on December 14.
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services housed at the Jarrell ISD Family Health Clinic located on 301 East Avenue F in Jarrell. Photo courtesy of Bluebonnet Trails Community Services.

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services housed at the Jarrell ISD Family Health Clinic located on 301 East Avenue F in Jarrell. Photo courtesy of Bluebonnet Trails Community Services.

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Mental health providers report cost-saving update to county

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, December 15, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioners Court heard a special report on different initiatives on how Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is serving the community during the December 12 meeting.
Williamson County Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey cuts a ribbon to celebrate the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park lighting project. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey cuts a ribbon to celebrate the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park lighting project. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County park shines with new light fixtures, ribbon-cutting

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Williamson County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the sports fields and courts lighting project completion at Southwest Williamson County Regional Park in Leander on December 12.
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