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County Commissioner Precinct 2 Q&As

Rupal Chaudhariwww.rupalforwilco.com Why did you choose to run for commissioner? I got involved in politics when the City of Austin attempted to move its failed homeless hotel strategy into Williamson County.

Republican 512 District Court Judge Candidate Q&As

Ryan Bowndshttps://ryanbownds.com/meet-ryan Why did you choose to run for district judge?I’ve had a career in legal public service. I’ve always felt a calling to use the talent and gifts that God has given me to serve the people around me.

Republican State Senator District 3 Candidate Q&As

Dr. Charles Schwertner (incumbent)www.drschwertner.com Why did you choose to run for state senator? I chose to run for re-election to continue defending the conservative values that make Texas strong: freedom, opportunity, faith, family, and limited government.

Democrat State Senate District 5 Candidate Q&As

Paul Thomassonhttps://thomassonforsenate.comWhy did you choose to run for state senator? I am a Democratic Activist In Brazos County and am a zealous progressive.  Others came to me (repeatedly) and asked me to run for this very challenging seat.

Democrat District 31 Candidate Q&As

Justin Earlywww.votejustinearly.com Why did you choose to run for Congress? I’m running because the problems we face in District 31 are not just Texas problems; they’re American problems.

Republican District 31 Candidate Q&As

John Carter (incumbent)  www.johncarterforcongress.com Why did you choose to run for Congress?I’m running for Congress as an extension of a life dedicated to public service. I took my first oath to serve Texas as a District Judge, and I have remained under oath in service to my neighbors ever since.
Former Police Chief Wayn Thompson lets the news of his termination settle in during the special-called Florence City Council meeting, February 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Former Police Chief Wayn Thompson lets the news of his termination settle in during the special-called Florence City Council meeting, February 25. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Florence terminates Police Chief

After a month of back-and-forth special-called meetings, Florence City Council fired Police Chief Wayne Thompson on February 25. Florence Aldermen voted in a 5-0 vote to terminate Mr.
Chart detailing how important the reasons to live in Georgetown are.

Chart detailing how important the reasons to live in Georgetown are.

Georgetown passes state quality-of-life benchmarks

Based on feedback from 652 Georgetown residents, Georgetown scored “significantly” higher than U.S. and Texas averages in 47 out of the 49 areas assessed in the biennial survey that was sent out to gather feedback on city services and quality of life.