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The future of Georgetown’s ETJ hangs in uncertainty

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
On May 19, the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 2038. The bill allows property owners of land inside a city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction to petition to leave or disannex from a city.  The ETJ is a designated buffer area just outside the city limits, according to the city.
Jaiwai family enjoying a meal after their shift, from left, Peen Jaiwai, Phan Jaiwai, Tom Emerson, Noon Jaiwai.

Jaiwai family enjoying a meal after their shift, from left, Peen Jaiwai, Phan Jaiwai, Tom Emerson, Noon Jaiwai.

Family-run restaurant Jaiwai Thai Kitchen brings Thai dishes to the Square

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Located in the northeast corner of the Square, Jaiwai Thai Kitchen offers traditional Central Thailand dishes in a small space that’s minimally decorated with a faux hedge wall and neon signs. “We’re not that fancy. We care more about the taste,” Owner Tom Jaiwai explained.
The Williamson County Courthouse stands at the center of the Square November 17. Earlier in the week, Georgetown City Council discussed altering height restrictions that limit how tall buildings downtown can be.

The Williamson County Courthouse stands at the center of the Square November 17. Earlier in the week, Georgetown City Council discussed altering height restrictions that limit how tall buildings downtown can be.

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Building height increases, parking, Blue Hole Park discussed as part of Georgetown Downtown Master Plan update

Wednesday, November 22, 2023
As discussions continue about updating Georgetown’s Downtown Master Plan, city council members met Tuesday, November 14, to go over possible changes that could allow taller buildings within parts of the city’s downtown overlay in the future.
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Corrections Department Director. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Corrections Department Director. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Corrections director gets promoted to Texas council

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Jameson Pennington, Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department for Adult Probation director, was elected to serve on the Probation Advisory Council of Texas.     “I’m honored to be elected to this position and look forward to serving our region,” he said in a statement.
The Williamson County Commissioner's court and members from Tree of Angels pose for a photo after the commissioners voted to make December 5 Tree of Angels Day for the county. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioner's court and members from Tree of Angels pose for a photo after the commissioners voted to make December 5 Tree of Angels Day for the county. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County remembers loved ones during holiday season

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
The Williamson County Commissioners Court will recognize December 5 as Tree of Angels Day this year. Commissioners approved the recognition during a meeting Tuesday, November 21.
Academy in Hutto, located 250 Alliance Boulevard, officially opens to the public. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Academy in Hutto, located 250 Alliance Boulevard, officially opens to the public. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Academy launches grand opening in Hutto

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Academy Sports and Outdoors held a grand opening celebration for its Hutto location this weekend.  To kick off the festivities, the retail store held a preview night for the Hutto YMCA After School program on Thursday, November 16.
A rendering shows the view of the new Cedar Park Library from the street looking toward the main entrance and the staff/youth wing. Illustration courtesy of Cedar Park.

A rendering shows the view of the new Cedar Park Library from the street looking toward the main entrance and the staff/youth wing. Illustration courtesy of Cedar Park.

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New Cedar Park Library reaches construction milestone

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
The City of Cedar Park and project stakeholders from Lake Flato Architects and JE Dunng gathered at the site of the new Cedar Park Public Library to recognize and celebrate a significant structural construction achievement on Friday, November 17.
The second case features items that highlight the aftermath of the President’s assassination. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

The second case features items that highlight the aftermath of the President’s assassination. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Remember JFK new at Southwestern exhibit

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Southwestern’s Distinctive Collections and Archives showcases historical documents, records, rare books, manuscripts and other items. There are over 200,000 rare books and over 1,500 feet of linear archival material at the archive.  The newest exhibit, which is displayed at the front of The A.

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Georgetown, Liberty Hill loses profits in newest sale tax report

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, November 20, 2023
The following are sales tax revenues reported by the Texas Comptroller in the November 2023 report, which is representative of activity from two months prior:    Georgetown In the November 2023 report, Georgetown decreased by 6.51 percent when compared to November 2022.

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Williamson County Animal Shelter hosts annual foster program

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, November 17, 2023
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will offer its annual Home for the Holidays fostering program this year.   As a part of the Home for the Holidays foster program, residents can pick out any medium or large dog as a foster pet through the holiday season.
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