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Landscape architect and bird watch guide Martin Byhower stands beside his American beautyberry tree. The tree leaves serve as natural insecticide and birds love to eat the purple berries.

Landscape architect and bird watch guide Martin Byhower stands beside his American beautyberry tree. The tree leaves serve as natural insecticide and birds love to eat the purple berries.

Sun City naturalist’s home garden stars in upcoming PBS Show

Abbey Archer
Monday, September 2, 2024
Sun City Resident Martin Byhower and his native garden will be featured on the Central Texas Gardener show on PBS Station KRLU on October 19 at noon and 4 p.m. and on October 20 at 9 a.m. The Central Texas Gardener show is the longest running show on PBS.
A wiffle ball field is one of the outdoor features at Camp Brightside, a restaurant and outdoor space that will open this weekend.

A wiffle ball field is one of the outdoor features at Camp Brightside, a restaurant and outdoor space that will open this weekend.

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Camp Briteside brings summer camp vibe to Georgetown restaurant scene

Abbey Archer
Monday, September 2, 2024
Up the road on Williams Drive, Camp Briteside is creating a new restaurant, bar and outdoor space for residents in Northwest Georgetown. Located on a 54-acre property at 8701 Ranch Road 2338, the business will have a grand opening this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Larry McManus — the director of business and community development at the governor’s office — spoke to the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce August 22.

Larry McManus — the director of business and community development at the governor’s office — spoke to the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce August 22.

Chamber luncheon covers statewide economic development

Abbey Archer
Monday, September 2, 2024
Texas is the eighth largest economy in the world based on its gross domestic product, and Georgetown Chamber of Commerce members learned August 22 about economic activities across the state.
Jeff Davis (front left) leads the band during a summer concert hosted by the City of Georgetown in 2018.

Jeff Davis (front left) leads the band during a summer concert hosted by the City of Georgetown in 2018.

The Georgetown Fire Department Pipes and Drums revives after covid

Abbey Archer
Monday, September 2, 2024
 The Georgetown Fire Department Pipes and Drums will perform one of their first major events since the Covid-19 pandemic on September 11.Assistant Chief Jeff Davis, the pipe major of the band, currently leads eight pipers, who include firefighters and two police officers.
A rainbow forms over a cotton field and Prince of Peace Lutheran Church a little after 7 p.m. on Monday, August 26, 2024. The church is on County Road 417 in Wuthrich Hill. Areas of Williamson County welcomed rain and cooler temperatures beginning Monday afternoon. Photo by Andy Sharp.

A rainbow forms over a cotton field and Prince of Peace Lutheran Church a little after 7 p.m. on Monday, August 26, 2024. The church is on County Road 417 in Wuthrich Hill. Areas of Williamson County welcomed rain and cooler temperatures beginning Monday afternoon. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Rainy week yields vibrant photos

Andy Sharp
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Brandy Hunter, left, and Tracy Love, walk their horses during sunset at the Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association’s event held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, August 24. Both competed in Barrel Racing at the competition. Founded in 1978, the group promotes rodeo activities for athletes 40-years old or older. This year’s Taylor stop concluded on Sunday at the Expo Center.

Brandy Hunter, left, and Tracy Love, walk their horses during sunset at the Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association’s event held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, August 24. Both competed in Barrel Racing at the competition. Founded in 1978, the group promotes rodeo activities for athletes 40-years old or older. This year’s Taylor stop concluded on Sunday at the Expo Center.

Sun's not settin' on these cowboys

Andy Sharp
Thursday, August 29, 2024
The Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association's  rodeo held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Founded in 1978, the group promotes rodeo for athletes 40-years old or older.  This year's Taylor stop concluded on Sunday, August 25, at the Expo Center.
The Williamson County Commissioners vote to approve the Budget and Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2025 during the August 27 meeting at the historic courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners vote to approve the Budget and Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2025 during the August 27 meeting at the historic courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Money matters: Williamson County Commissioners OKs $635 million county budget

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
 The average Williamson County homestead will pay approximately $191.45 more in county property taxes for Fiscal Year 2025. Williamson County Commissioners Tuesday, August 27, approved the FY 2025 budget, with expenses set at  $635,129,938. The new tax rate was set at 39.
Jarrell ISD’s new 1916 Building

Jarrell ISD’s new 1916 Building

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Jarrell community celebrates opening of new 1916 Building

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Literally rising from rubble, Jarrell ISD’s new 1916 Building opened with a celebratory ribbon cutting and community open house on August 21.“This building represents the history of our community and families,” JISD Board president Crystal Phalen said.
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