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Inventor Charles Ashby explains the improved Hands-Free Extractor at the Jarrell ISD Cafeteria Annex Building on October 11. The invention can be attached at the hips, slung across the shoulder or pulled. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Inventor Charles Ashby explains the improved Hands-Free Extractor at the Jarrell ISD Cafeteria Annex Building on October 11. The invention can be attached at the hips, slung across the shoulder or pulled. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Jarrell inventor improves device

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Charles Ashby demonstrated his improved invention, the Hands Free Extractor, on October 11 in the Jarrell ISD Cafeteria Annex Building.
7-year-old Andrew Lake gives maximum effort as he unloads pumpkins.

7-year-old Andrew Lake gives maximum effort as he unloads pumpkins.

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Pumpkin Patch Returns

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
2,500 pumpkins arrived from New Mexico at Georgetown's First United Methodist Church on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, with a second batch coming on October 22. The church's pumpkin sale continues through October 31. Contact the Sun at 512-930-4824 or ads@wilcosun.
Burning the Ride on Center for Kids Cowgirl Brunch, tables are decorated by the attendees in a competition. Courtesy of ROCK.

Burning the Ride on Center for Kids Cowgirl Brunch, tables are decorated by the attendees in a competition. Courtesy of ROCK.

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ROCK hosts second annual Cowgirl Brunch in November

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Georgetown nonprofit Ride on Center for Kids will hold its second annual Cowgirl Bruncheon at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 4, at the Merlin Hoppe Arena at 2050 Rockride Lane in Georgetown.   This year’s “Courage & Grit” themed bruncheon will feature Rear Admiral Christina M.
Gabri Alvarez, 15, front, riding her horse named Chuck, is joined by 14-year-old Reagan Roppolo, astride her horse called Cash, as they get ready to take part in the Grand Entry.

Gabri Alvarez, 15, front, riding her horse named Chuck, is joined by 14-year-old Reagan Roppolo, astride her horse called Cash, as they get ready to take part in the Grand Entry.

Clayman Rodeo celebrates 30 years

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
The 30th Clayman Rodeo was held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Windsong Farm. The annual event is hosted by Jim Bob and Kelly Clayman, who've taught rodeo and equestrian skills here for many years. Contact the Sun at 512-930-4824 or ads@wilcosun.com for high quality digital or print photos.
The three proposed new fire stations would help reduce response times in areas where the response times are more than 9 minutes. (Photo courtesy ESD 8)

The three proposed new fire stations would help reduce response times in areas where the response times are more than 9 minutes. (Photo courtesy ESD 8)

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Correction: ESD 8 proposes new sales and use tax

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
An error in the October 8 edition of the Sun led to the publishing of property tax rates instead of information about a proposed sales and use tax for Emergency Service District 8.
Silver Moon Curios, owned by Kandy Mitchell, is located in the Co-Op building at 308 West Eighth Street.

Silver Moon Curios, owned by Kandy Mitchell, is located in the Co-Op building at 308 West Eighth Street.

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As holidays approach, support local spots

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Georgetown businesses and restaurants will offer holiday shopping and dining specials as part of the annual Small Business Saturday event on November 25, the day after Black Friday. This day in November gives shoppers the opportunity to support local and small businesses.
A rendering shows the exterior of the future Schunk Xycarb Technology building, which will be located at 200 Velocity Drive. (Photo courtesy Scott Lingren)

A rendering shows the exterior of the future Schunk Xycarb Technology building, which will be located at 200 Velocity Drive. (Photo courtesy Scott Lingren)

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Semiconductor producer Schunk Xycarb Technology expands to keep up with demand

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
As Williamson County continues to grow its reputation as a home for tech companies, quartz semiconductor maker Schunk Xycarb Technology is expanding into a new 140,000 square foot facility to accommodate growing demand for its products.
An estimated 400 participants took part in 2022's Walk to End Alzheimer's in Old Settler's Park in Round Rock. Sun Archive.

An estimated 400 participants took part in 2022's Walk to End Alzheimer's in Old Settler's Park in Round Rock. Sun Archive.

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Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for October 21

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting residents in Williamson County to join the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on October 21 at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m., with the walk to follow.
Ryan Adam Madden. Photo courtesy of Bell County Sheriff's Office.

Ryan Adam Madden. Photo courtesy of Bell County Sheriff's Office.

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Liberty Hill Man arrested on murder charges

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 9, 2023
Ryan Adam Madden, 38, was taken into custody for the alleged homicide of 42-year-old Cody Wayne Kinslow of Temple on September 29, according to the Bell County Sheriff’s Office.  Referred to as the “Little Flock Homicide” by authorities, Bell County authorities said Mr.
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