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Construction crews on April 23 set up the Atlas Ranch Phase 1 project, outside of Jarrell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Construction crews on April 23 set up the Atlas Ranch Phase 1 project, outside of Jarrell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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4,000 homes, golf course head to Jarrell area

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, May 5, 2025
Nearly 4,000 homes will spring up in North Williamson County as part of the new Atlas Ranch Municipal Utility District in the coming years.Located outside of Jarrell’s extraterritorial jurisdiction on County Road 344, the MUD will be developed in eight phases over the next decade.
Mammatus clouds form over Saint Peter's Church of Coupland on Thursday evening, May 1, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Mammatus clouds form over Saint Peter's Church of Coupland on Thursday evening, May 1, 2025. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Stormy scenes in Williamson County

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 2, 2025
A few stormy evenings in Williamson County created picturesque sights overhead. Photos by Andy Sharp
From left to right, Jamie Felicia, Sarah Moore and Cari Warner received a board certification in Criminal Law from the state. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

From left to right, Jamie Felicia, Sarah Moore and Cari Warner received a board certification in Criminal Law from the state. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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Williamson County district attorneys earn board certification

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Three Assistant District Attorneys from Williamson County — Jamie Felicia, Sarah Moore and Cari Warner —  earned board certification in criminal law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Friday, April 25.“We are incredibly proud of Jamie, Sarah, and Cari for their dedication and hard work...

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City of Georgetown to disinfect water system with chlorine

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Georgetown will perform system-wide maintenance on the city’s water system from May 27 until June 27. During this time, Georgetown water customers might notice chlorine odors and a green or brown tint in their water for short time periods.Customers could start noticing the changes on May 27 or 28.
Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County provides update on new jail, road projects

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Precinct 3 Commissioner Valerie Covey introduced new County Judge Steven Snell during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Links on April 24. Ms. Covey also outlined ongoing initiatives by her office. Judge Snell was sworn in as the new county judge on April 21.
Five Under 40 award recipients, from left, Sam Gallardo, Tori Clark, Kim McAuliffe, Marian Diop and Michael Pickel hold their Congressional Certificates and award from the Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Five Under 40 award recipients, from left, Sam Gallardo, Tori Clark, Kim McAuliffe, Marian Diop and Michael Pickel hold their Congressional Certificates and award from the Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Rotary, chamber of commerce highlight Georgetown’s younger entrepreneurs

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
The first five recipients of the Georgetown Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce’s Five Under 40 award were honored on April 25.
The roadways through the development are currently conceptual as they will have to meet road spacing standards set by the city’s Unified Development Code.

The roadways through the development are currently conceptual as they will have to meet road spacing standards set by the city’s Unified Development Code.

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Disannexed property changes course

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
A property that left Georgetown’s extraterritorial jurisdiction is now requesting to come back into the ETJ, with eventual annexation into the city as the ultimate goal. The ETJ is a designated buffer area just outside the city limits, according to the city.
Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Through the archives

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, April 28, 2025
Lights spilt out from the windows of Grace Heritage Center on a not-so-typical Tuesday night. A packed crowd murmurs in small-talk conversation while munching on self-assembled charcuterie in the historic church, eagerly waiting for the evening’s presentation.
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