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Cities see revenues in recent sales tax report

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Cities across the county saw overall gains in sales tax yields according to the March report by the Texas Comptroller. When comparing the numbers, seven of the 12 reported cities gained earnings compared to 2023 data.

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Williamson County closed for Good Friday

News Staff
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
illiamson County offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday.    County offices will be closed, however, residents may utilize online services that are offered in various departments, according to a news release from the county.
A day of on and off rain left many drops of nourishing moisture on red poppies at Edwards Park in Georgetown on Saturday, March 16. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

A day of on and off rain left many drops of nourishing moisture on red poppies at Edwards Park in Georgetown on Saturday, March 16. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

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Everything to know ahead of Georgetown’s Red Poppy Festival

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, March 25, 2024
The Red Poppy Capital of Texas will celebrate its 25th annual Red Poppy Festival during April 26-28, with vendors, food, activities and stage acts for the entire family congregating in downtown Georgetown.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court deliberates about bond allocations during the March 19 meeting at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court deliberates about bond allocations during the March 19 meeting at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County attracts new investors in bond sales

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 25, 2024
The Williamson County Commissioners Court heard an update on recent bond sales during the March 19 meeting.    About $141 million was sold for road bonds to fund $160 million worth of projects. Additionally, $152 million in tax notes were sold to fund $167 million in projects.

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Prepare for Two Step Inn with schedule, rules

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The second annual Two Step Inn country music festival will take place this spring April 20-21 in San Gabriel Park. Music at this year’s festival will begin both days at noon and will last until about 10 p.m.
Simon Lee introduces himself and his company, Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC, at the March 19 Commissioners Court meeting. Hanwha is an automotive manufacturer based in South Korea. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Simon Lee introduces himself and his company, Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC, at the March 19 Commissioners Court meeting. Hanwha is an automotive manufacturer based in South Korea. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County strikes deal with automotive manufacturer

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved a Chapter 312 agreement with Hanwha Advanced Materials America, LLC, an automotive parts supplier and a division of South Korea-based Hanwha Group.
Rendering shows what the new Williamson County Headquarters will look like. The new headquarters will be located off of Southwestern Boulevard in Georgetown. Illustration courtesy of Williamson County.

Rendering shows what the new Williamson County Headquarters will look like. The new headquarters will be located off of Southwestern Boulevard in Georgetown. Illustration courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County sets plans, timeline for new $90 million headquarter

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Williamson County will begin a new chapter of its history in late 2025, as county commissioners and other operations are set to move out of the historic county courthouse on the Square and into a new, modern headquarters building on the southside of Georgetown.
The Williamson County Auditor’s Office is located in the historic Courthouse in the Square. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Auditor’s Office is located in the historic Courthouse in the Square. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County continues AAA bond rating

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Williamson County has announced it once again has received a AAA bond rating, the highest rating possible score, with both rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor Global.   Securing a bond rating is the first step before issuing debt, according to a news release from the county.
Solar flares peek out from behind the moon during 2017’s total solar eclipse, the most recent in the continental U.S. (Courtesy Jeff Ridings)

Solar flares peek out from behind the moon during 2017’s total solar eclipse, the most recent in the continental U.S. (Courtesy Jeff Ridings)

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Scientists, Georgetown residents, city prepare for April’s total solar eclipse

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
It’s only been a few short months since last October’s partial annular solar eclipse, but Williamson County residents who missed it can experience a more impressive total solar eclipse on April 8.
Amplify Wilco yard signs decorate the Square to promote the many nonprofits trying to raise money. This is the first Amplify Wilco for nonprofits within the county.

Amplify Wilco yard signs decorate the Square to promote the many nonprofits trying to raise money. This is the first Amplify Wilco for nonprofits within the county.

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Williamson County nonprofits raise $1 million in 24 hours

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 11, 2024
Photos by Nalani Nuylan   Williamson County nonprofits raised over $1 million during the first Amplify Wilco Day last Wednesday, March 6. Amplify Wilco was part of the 12th annual Amplify Austin fundraiser, which is run through the nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here.
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