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Judge Betsy Figer Lambeth of the 425th District Court clutches a Judges robe as she gives a speech at her retirement ceremony in the 277th District Courtroom on August 21. Her mother made the robe for Judge Lambeth’s swearing in ceremony on January 1, 2013. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Judge Betsy Figer Lambeth of the 425th District Court clutches a Judges robe as she gives a speech at her retirement ceremony in the 277th District Courtroom on August 21. Her mother made the robe for Judge Lambeth’s swearing in ceremony on January 1, 2013. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

‘Bring truth to the law': Judge Betsy Lambeth reflects on a trailblazing career

Betsy Lambeth has a new thing coming. Donning her signature teal with pearls or a brooch, her quick wit and calm demeanor give insight into how she wore her judicial robe.Her attentive eyes survey the packed 277th District Courtroom in the Williamson County Justice Center.
Landrie Mays, first-year teacher at Purl Elementary School, smiles with her welcome bag that was given to 315 new teachers throughout Georgetown. (Courtesy Georgetown Chamber of Commerce)

Landrie Mays, first-year teacher at Purl Elementary School, smiles with her welcome bag that was given to 315 new teachers throughout Georgetown. (Courtesy Georgetown Chamber of Commerce)

New Georgetown teachers receive welcome bags

About 315 new teachers at Georgetown ISD, GT School and Gateway College Preparatory School received welcome swag bags from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce that included gift cards, special offers, coupons, useful supplies and more from local businesses.
 A sailboat glides through Granger Lake water  near the Granger Lake Dam near sunset  on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

A sailboat glides through Granger Lake water near the Granger Lake Dam near sunset on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

Stage 2 drought warning issued for East Williamson County water system

The Brazos River Authority Monday, August 24, issued a Stage 2 Drought Warning for the East Williamson County Regional Water System at Lake Granger after water consumption reached a designated trigger point.
The Baylor Scott & White Clinic on Williams Drive is raising funds for a new 3D mammography unit. (Sun Archive)

The Baylor Scott & White Clinic on Williams Drive is raising funds for a new 3D mammography unit. (Sun Archive)

Georgetown resident donates $500,000 for breast cancer detection

In an effort to help Baylor Scott & White put in a new 3D mammography unit inside the Georgetown clinic at 4945 Williams Drive, Georgetown resident Therese Verdonk has given $500,000 to the nonprofit health system.

Georgetown Eagles to open football season Friday against Temple

By Joe HambyGeorgetown High School’s football team will open its 2026 season against the Temple Wildcats at 7 p.m. Friday, August 28, at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s Crusader Stadium in Belton. The neutral-site venue is about a 33-minute drive from Georgetown.
District 2 Council Member Doug Noble hosts his first town hall for his constituents on August 20 in Wolf Ranch. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

District 2 Council Member Doug Noble hosts his first town hall for his constituents on August 20 in Wolf Ranch. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown City Council District 2 town hall covers data centers, water, traffic

Four months into his first term representing District 2, Georgetown City Council Member Doug Noble hosted a town hall August 20 to update residents on water, traffic, data centers, homelessness and upcoming state legislation.
A Blue Origin engine is tested at a launch site in West Texas on June 27, 2022. The company’s new agreement with Williamson County would build 1 million square feet of industrial research space off U.S. Highway 79 in Hutto.  Photo courtesy Blue Origin

A Blue Origin engine is tested at a launch site in West Texas on June 27, 2022. The company’s new agreement with Williamson County would build 1 million square feet of industrial research space off U.S. Highway 79 in Hutto. Photo courtesy Blue Origin

Williamson County offers incentive agreement to hook aerospace company Blue Origin

The Williamson County Commissioners Court agreed Thursday, August 20, to an economic development agreement with aerospace company Blue Origin to build about 1 million square feet of industrial research space off U.S. Highway 79 in Hutto.
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Georgetown roads undergo repairs, sealant applications

Several Georgetown streets are undergoing pavement repairs and sealant applications this summer and fall as the city works to improve road conditions and extend pavement life. During road work, drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to seek other routes, according to the city.