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Milove Helgerson, 4, climbs the stairs to the viewing area for American flags that adorn a field behind the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning on November 3, 2023.

Milove Helgerson, 4, climbs the stairs to the viewing area for American flags that adorn a field behind the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning on November 3, 2023.

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Celebrate veterans with Field of Honor, Sun City events

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
The Rotary Club of Georgetown Foundation will be hosting the eighth annual Field of Honor at San Gabriel Park from November 9-17 in honor of Veteran’s Day on November 11. There will be more than 2,000 flags set up across 10-acres at the park in honor of veterans.
Registered Williamson County voters line up to cast their ballot at the polling location in Georgetown City Hall. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Registered Williamson County voters line up to cast their ballot at the polling location in Georgetown City Hall. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Election Day is here!

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, November 4, 2024
 About 59 percent of registered Williamson County residents had already cast their vote in this November election during the Early Voting period, according to the Williamson County Elections Department.  There are an estimated 447,711 total registered residents in the county.
Ron Cunningham, right, gets sworn in as the Interim Fire Marshal for Williamson County during a meeting October 29. He was joined by his wife, pictured center. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Ron Cunningham, right, gets sworn in as the Interim Fire Marshal for Williamson County during a meeting October 29. He was joined by his wife, pictured center. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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County Briefs: Williamson County operations pause for the holidays

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, November 4, 2024
 Williamson County Offices will be closed on several days in November to observe holidays: on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day and for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Regina Jones utilizes a parasol to ward off the sun's warm rays as she strolls along closed-off Main Street to admire vehicles on display during Taylor's Main Street Car Show on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Regina Jones utilizes a parasol to ward off the sun's warm rays as she strolls along closed-off Main Street to admire vehicles on display during Taylor's Main Street Car Show on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Car show fills Main Street in Taylor

Andy Sharp
Saturday, November 2, 2024
A group of Georgetown ISD students perform traditional Mexican Dances.

A group of Georgetown ISD students perform traditional Mexican Dances.

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Feliz Dia de los Muertos

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, November 1, 2024
 The Georgetown community gathered in Founder's Park on November 1 to celebrate the Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican holiday honoring the Dead. Photos by Nalani Nuylan.
The County Court at Law One Courtroom located in the Justice Center is decorated with stuffed animals for families on Adoption Day, November 1.

The County Court at Law One Courtroom located in the Justice Center is decorated with stuffed animals for families on Adoption Day, November 1.

Finding their forever family

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, November 1, 2024
 Photos by Nalani NuylanEight children in Williamson County found their forever families on Adoption Day, November 1. November is National Adoption Month. Williamson County was the first county in Texas to hold an Adoption Day ceremony.
Council Members Amanda Parr and Jake French were joined by city staff in sharing information on issues important to District 1 and 6 residents. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Council Members Amanda Parr and Jake French were joined by city staff in sharing information on issues important to District 1 and 6 residents. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Town hall covers sidewalks, drainage, energy planning

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Georgetown residents asked questions, listened and learned about efforts happening around downtown Georgetown at a town hall meeting October 28.
Florence residents gather in the Florence Library to celebrate the Library’s 50th birthday on Thursday, October 25. Photo courtesy of Friends of the Florence Public Library.

Florence residents gather in the Florence Library to celebrate the Library’s 50th birthday on Thursday, October 25. Photo courtesy of Friends of the Florence Public Library.

History, community, future: 50 years in, Florence Library still blossoming

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 31, 2024
 The Eula Hunt Beck Public Library — set at the center of Main Street in Florence — has servedthe Florence community for 50 years.A “50 Years: Looking Nifty at Fifty” display is proudly showcased on the windows.

Safety first, then trick-or-treat

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding residents to remain safe on Halloween whether attending an event, trick-or-treating or traveling the roads. “We know many Texans, young and old, will be out celebrating Halloween this year,” DPS Director Steven McCraw said.
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