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Three of the four Williamson County Court members voted to approve the resolution that supports Border Security during the March 5 meeting at the historic courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Three of the four Williamson County Court members voted to approve the resolution that supports Border Security during the March 5 meeting at the historic courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Taking on State politics

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Williamson County Courthouse was buzzing with chatter during Tuesday's Commissioners Court meeting: some with updates from county departments, others conversing about how the week has been. The main polarizing conversation was on item No.
Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District was the recipient of the 2024 Texas Recreation and Park Society gold medal for excellence in recreation and park management. Photo courtesy of Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.

Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District was the recipient of the 2024 Texas Recreation and Park Society gold medal for excellence in recreation and park management. Photo courtesy of Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District.

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Brushy Creek MUD wins best Parks and Rec management

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The Brushy Creek Municipal Utility District was awarded the 2024 Texas Recreation and Park Society gold medal for excellence in recreation and park management.

Williamson County Election Results: Democratic primary

Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Democratic primary elections were held Tuesday, March 5, and Williamson County voters headed to the polls to cast their ballots.  Will all precincts now reporting, the following information is the results of ballots cast in Williamson County.

Williamson County Election Results: Republican primary

Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Republican primary elections were held Tuesday, March 5, and Williamson County voters headed to the polls to cast their ballots.  With all precincts now reporting, the following information is the results of ballots cast in Williamson County.
An aerial satellite view shows a collection of quarries in central Williamson County along Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Highway 195. The exposed sand and limestone at the quarries allows them to stick out as light spots on the map. Courtesy Coalition for Responsible Aggregate Mining

An aerial satellite view shows a collection of quarries in central Williamson County along Ronald Reagan Boulevard and Highway 195. The exposed sand and limestone at the quarries allows them to stick out as light spots on the map. Courtesy Coalition for Responsible Aggregate Mining

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Wilco quarry neighbors eye County Advisory Council as possible path to co-existence with expanding aggregate industry

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Williamson County is home to more quarries than any other Texas county, with 37 active quarry sites in 2024. Can Williamson County quarry owners and homeowners living near aggregate operations learn to get along?
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Williamson County launches first Citizens’ Academy

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
The first-ever Williamson County Government Citizens’ Academy will be held in April.   The eight-week course is designed to provide insight into the inner workings of county government and showcase the opportunities county residents have to be involved in their community.
In addition to summarizing the other parts of the Downtown Master Plan, the city council reviewed building heights in the Downtown Overlay District Tuesday, February 27. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

In addition to summarizing the other parts of the Downtown Master Plan, the city council reviewed building heights in the Downtown Overlay District Tuesday, February 27. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown City Council to raise maximum Square building heights

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
As part of the continued discussion around building heights in the downtown area, Georgetown City Council provided city staff direction to raise the allowed building height in the outer parts of the nineblock Square from 40 feet.

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17-year-old dies of fentanyl poisoning in Liberty Hill

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 4, 2024
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit responded to a call on February 29, around 7 p.m. at the 100 Block of Round Up Drive, near Liberty Hill Small Engine Repair. The call was regarding a suspected fentanyl poisoning death of a 17-year-old male.

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Williamson County nonprofits set for 2024 gala

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 4, 2024
The Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center and CASA of Williamson County will host the 2024 Destination: Hope Gala on Friday, March 8.    The third-annual gala will occur at the Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock from 5:30-10 p.m., according to a press release sent from CASA.
Phantom Lacrosse founder Michael Hazy poses with new Lacrosse heads. Photo courtesy of Phantom Lacrosse.

Phantom Lacrosse founder Michael Hazy poses with new Lacrosse heads. Photo courtesy of Phantom Lacrosse.

Austin Lacrosse company donates to local teams

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 4, 2024
Father, coach and founder of Austin-based company Phantom Lacrosse, Michael Hazy, strung 115 new lacrosse heads to celebrate the return of lacrosse to the Olympics after 115 years. Phantom is donating all 115 of them to youth lacrosse teams in Texas, including Williamson County.
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