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Liberty Hill City Council members listen to the facility initiatives for future Public Safety, a new library and Recreation Center/YMCA. From left to right, Council Member Amanda Young Place 4, Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Mancilla, Mayor Liz Branigan and Council Member Michael Helbing, Place 2. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Liberty Hill City Council members listen to the facility initiatives for future Public Safety, a new library and Recreation Center/YMCA. From left to right, Council Member Amanda Young Place 4, Mayor Pro Tem Crystal Mancilla, Mayor Liz Branigan and Council Member Michael Helbing, Place 2. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Liberty Hill Briefs

Liberty Hill City Council met to discuss administrative maintenance for city facilities and new zoning ordinances on November 29 at the Liberty Hill Municipal Court.
oy Scout Eagle members Cameron Taylor and Joaquin Diaz from Troop 1096 prepare the Thanksgiving Turkey as they pack meals for local families. Photo courtesy of BJ MacMillan.

oy Scout Eagle members Cameron Taylor and Joaquin Diaz from Troop 1096 prepare the Thanksgiving Turkey as they pack meals for local families. Photo courtesy of BJ MacMillan.

Boy Scouts give back to their community

Last week Boy Scout Troop 1096 participated in the Brown Santa program and helped prepare Thanksgiving meals.  On Monday, November 27, 40 Cub Scouts from Pack 151 gave toys to Brown Santa.
Schedule lays out the events of the Williamson County Livestock Association Show. Courtesy of Williamson County Livestock Association..

Schedule lays out the events of the Williamson County Livestock Association Show. Courtesy of Williamson County Livestock Association..

Williamson County Livestock showcases kids’ work

The Williamson County Livestock Association will host its 78th annual Livestock Show and auction in the Williamson County Expo Center. Lasting a week, the show will begin on Sunday, December 3 with over 500 exhibitors participating in different shows.

Leander Police investigates two fatal collisions

  The Leander Police Department faced two different fatal collisions on November 18 within a matter of hours from each other. As of writing, these are still active investigations.     Train v.s.
The Williamson County Courthouse was adorned with light  during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24, 2023.  Main Street, seen here, was covered with attendees.

The Williamson County Courthouse was adorned with light during the Lighting of the Square on Friday, November 24, 2023. Main Street, seen here, was covered with attendees.

Georgetown Square Illuminated

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An angel ornament hangs on the Tree of Angels Christmas Tree at the Williamson County Courthouse. The ornament recognizes victims of violent crime. Photo courtesy Williamson County.

An angel ornament hangs on the Tree of Angels Christmas Tree at the Williamson County Courthouse. The ornament recognizes victims of violent crime. Photo courtesy Williamson County.

District Attorney set to host remembrance ceremony

The Williamson County District Attorney's Office invites residents to the county courthouse for the 11th Annual Tree of Angels at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 5.

Biz Briefs

Blue Corn Harvest Bar and Grill will open a new restaurant in Round Rock. The locally owned restaurant —  which originally opened in Cedar Park in 2012 — is a member of Go Texan which helps promote local farmers and businesses in the casual Southwestern-style menu.

The Caring Place seeks December donations

The Caring Place has released their wish list for the nonprofit’s Hunger Free Holidays Food Drive that takes place through December.  The Hunger Free Holiday campaign aims to fill the food pantry with the things it needs the most.  For December, The Caring Place is requesting hygiene items.

District Attorney releases sexual assault data

The Williamson County District Attorney Special Crimes Unit released the first Sexual Assault Response Team report and presented it to the Commissioners Court during the November 21 meeting.