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JP3 host Veteran’s Lunch December 1

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Williamson County Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace Court will host a Veterans Appreciation Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, December 1, at Georgetown Church of Christ.     The meal will include chicken spaghetti, green beans, corn, garlic bread and dessert.
Michael Hernandez, Director of Veteran Services. Courtesy of Williamson County.

Michael Hernandez, Director of Veteran Services. Courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County welcomes new veterans services director

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
 “My mission is only one to serve veterans and their families.” -  Michael Hernandez, Williamson County Director of Veteran Services   Williamson County named retired Army Sergeant Michael Hernandez as the director of Veteran Services on November 1. Mr.

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Williamson County residents OK road, park bonds

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Williamson County residents have approved both of the county’s 2023 bond propositions.  “The voters have overwhelmingly confirmed the direction we are going in Williamson County,” County Judge Bill Gravell said in a statement to the Sun.

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FINAL RESULTS: Wilco bonds pass with 60% support from residents

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Final update November 8, 12:20 a.m.  Final voting totals for Williamson County's two bond propositions show that Proposition A received support from 62.23 percent of county voters, and Proposition B received 59.89 percent support. Both propositions have been approved.  Update 10:50 p.m.

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What to know about the flu and common winter illnesses

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Flu season’s peak is from mid-November through mid-December. Residents are advised to get their flu shots to prevent getting sick during the fall and winter months.  Dr. Eva Slavcheva, chief medical officer at St. David’s Georgetown Hospital, told the Sun based on information gathered from the U.S.
Williamson County Commissioners and representatives from food pantries across the county pose for a photo during the November 7 Commissioners Court at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Commissioners and representatives from food pantries across the county pose for a photo during the November 7 Commissioners Court at the county courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners point to hunger, homeless needs ahead of holidays

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
As the holidays are approaching, families are preparing their homes for the festivities: putting up the decorations, preparing the feast in the kitchen, welcoming visiting family and friends.

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Light your holiday spirit later this month

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
The annual Lighting of the Square will happen on November 24 and will give families a chance to enjoy entertainment, donate toys and hear from city and county representatives. The lighting will occur on the east steps of the courthouse.
If approved, the sales tax would help provide funds for things like firetrucks. (Sun Archive)

If approved, the sales tax would help provide funds for things like firetrucks. (Sun Archive)

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FINAL RESULT: Emergency Service District 8 sales tax proposition fails

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Final update November 8, 12:20 a.m.  With all polling locations reporting results, Emergency Services District 8's sales tax proposition has failed, and only received support from 46.83 percent of voters. Update 10:50 p.m.
Pilots Beth Jenkins and Valerie Scott used their combined years of experience to fly the Devil Dog during the Field of Honor Flyover Saturday, November 4. (Photo Credits Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Pilots Beth Jenkins and Valerie Scott used their combined years of experience to fly the Devil Dog during the Field of Honor Flyover Saturday, November 4. (Photo Credits Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Devil Dog delivers delight

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
The Devil Dog Commemorative Air Force Squadron conducted a fly over for Georgetown’s Rotary Club’s Field of Honor on November 5.
Voters walk into the City Hall polling location in Georgetown on Election Day November 7. (Photo by Nicholas Cicale)

Voters walk into the City Hall polling location in Georgetown on Election Day November 7. (Photo by Nicholas Cicale)

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FINAL RESULTS: All Georgetown bond propositions approved by city voters

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Update November 8, 12:20 a.m.: City props approved Georgetown residents have approved all four bond propositions on the November 7 election.  With all polling locations reporting results, Proposition A received support from 51.05 percent of voters. Proposition B is saw support from 58.
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