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Jodie Hooks, owner of Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park, stands with a happy customer. Photos courtesy Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park

Jodie Hooks, owner of Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park, stands with a happy customer. Photos courtesy Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park

Tails wag at Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park in Leander

Abbey Archer
Thursday, March 14, 2024
“We pride ourselves on being the community dog park that happens to have a really cool bar,” said Jodie Hooks, owner of Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park. “Our unofficial slogan is ‘Where everyone knows your dog’s name.’ We really focus on the dogs first and the humans second.”
Todd Parton is Leander’s new city manager. Photo courtesy of the City of Leander.

Todd Parton is Leander’s new city manager. Photo courtesy of the City of Leander.

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Leander announces new city manager

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Todd Parton will serve as Leander's new city manager. His first day on the job will be April 16. Leander City Council announced the hiring during their regular meeting on March 7.
The Williamson County Auditor’s Office is located in the historic Courthouse in the Square. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Auditor’s Office is located in the historic Courthouse in the Square. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County continues AAA bond rating

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Williamson County has announced it once again has received a AAA bond rating, the highest rating possible score, with both rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor Global.   Securing a bond rating is the first step before issuing debt, according to a news release from the county.
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Fifth annual Texas Photography Festival heads to the Square in Georgetown

Ellen Greeney
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
David Valdez and the Williamson Museum are hosting the fifth annual Texas Photography Festival on the Square in Georgetown Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The one-day event includes photo walks, educational classes and  featured photographers: Tad Browning, Rob Doyle, Michelle Esclovon,...
Solar flares peek out from behind the moon during 2017’s total solar eclipse, the most recent in the continental U.S. (Courtesy Jeff Ridings)

Solar flares peek out from behind the moon during 2017’s total solar eclipse, the most recent in the continental U.S. (Courtesy Jeff Ridings)

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Scientists, Georgetown residents, city prepare for April’s total solar eclipse

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
It’s only been a few short months since last October’s partial annular solar eclipse, but Williamson County residents who missed it can experience a more impressive total solar eclipse on April 8.
Elsie Corass, owner of Elsie’s Egg Rolls in Hutto, stands holding an eggroll order next to her two children, Reina Lamberton and Eugene Trinidad. The order counter behind them is modeled after a traditional Nipa Hut. Photo by Abbey Archer

Elsie Corass, owner of Elsie’s Egg Rolls in Hutto, stands holding an eggroll order next to her two children, Reina Lamberton and Eugene Trinidad. The order counter behind them is modeled after a traditional Nipa Hut. Photo by Abbey Archer

Filipino spot Elsie’s Egg Rolls finds a home in Hutto

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
“When I was 9 years old, I started to learn how to cook from my mom,” said Elsie Corass, owner of Elsie’s Egg Rolls in Hutto. “I had to help my family make some money.”
Valerie Covey, Williamson County Precinct 3 Commissioner, center, is joined by the Wilco Parks Department, contractors and community members to break ground on the improvement projects for Berry Springs Park and Preserve on Friday, March 8. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Valerie Covey, Williamson County Precinct 3 Commissioner, center, is joined by the Wilco Parks Department, contractors and community members to break ground on the improvement projects for Berry Springs Park and Preserve on Friday, March 8. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Berry Springs Park face lift underway

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Williamson County broke ground Friday on several projects to reshape offerings at Berry Springs Park and Preserve, 1801 County Road 152, Georgetown.
Amplify Wilco yard signs decorate the Square to promote the many nonprofits trying to raise money. This is the first Amplify Wilco for nonprofits within the county.

Amplify Wilco yard signs decorate the Square to promote the many nonprofits trying to raise money. This is the first Amplify Wilco for nonprofits within the county.

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Williamson County nonprofits raise $1 million in 24 hours

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 11, 2024
Photos by Nalani Nuylan   Williamson County nonprofits raised over $1 million during the first Amplify Wilco Day last Wednesday, March 6. Amplify Wilco was part of the 12th annual Amplify Austin fundraiser, which is run through the nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here.
Participants take off from the starting line in the Fun Run.

Participants take off from the starting line in the Fun Run.

Chief among them

Andy Sharp
Monday, March 11, 2024
The 12th Annual Chase the Chief event held at East View High School on Sunday, March 3, 2024 included a Fun Run, a 5K race and a fitness fair.   Proceeds help fund grants for physical education programs at Georgetown area schools.  The two races included approximately 1,800 participants.
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