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Williamson County could add 1 million people by 2060

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
While Williamson County has experienced obvious growth over the past 10 years, a new report shows it may triple in size by 2060. According to estimates by the Texas Demographics Center, Williamson County will reach a population of 1.

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Unemployment rates rise in Williamson County, Central Texas

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
The Texas Workforce Commission released updated unemployment numbers for Central Texas counties for May 2023.  In April, unemployment in Williamson County was 3.2 percent. In May, unemployment in the area increased to 3.5 percent.  The average unemployment rate for the Central Texas region is 3.
Eddie Dever of Bellville, Texas, competing in Tie Down Roping, stands with his horse Tweetie during the National Anthem.

Eddie Dever of Bellville, Texas, competing in Tie Down Roping, stands with his horse Tweetie during the National Anthem.

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Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo takes center stage in Jarrell

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 26, 2023
According to the Texas State Historical Society, the rodeo is a Texas tradition that dates back to the 16th century. when Spanish conquistadors brought horses and cattle to the U.S.
Matt Bushak, left, a member of Journey of Faith United Methodist Church in Round Rock, visits with Veneza Grillo, a member of Taylor's Christ Fellowship Church.

Matt Bushak, left, a member of Journey of Faith United Methodist Church in Round Rock, visits with Veneza Grillo, a member of Taylor's Christ Fellowship Church.

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Photos: Taylor celebrates Pride month with protesters present

Andy Sharp
Monday, June 26, 2023
This year's Taylor Pride Festival, was held Saturday, June 24, at Heritage Square Park in Taylor.
Williamson County Commissioner Cynthia Long, center teal, and The YMCA of Central Texas at Twin Lakes Park cut the ribbon to open a new pedestrian bridge. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Williamson County Commissioner Cynthia Long, center teal, and The YMCA of Central Texas at Twin Lakes Park cut the ribbon to open a new pedestrian bridge. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

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Wilco and YMCA opens bridge at Twin Lakes Park

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 26, 2023
Williamson County and the YMCA of Central Texas hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the Twin Lake Park Pedestrian Bridge in Cedar Park June 20. The Twin Lakes YMCA is located at 204 East Little Elm Trail.    The 300-foot bridge connects the 50-acre YMCA property to the 6.
The new Costco will open at the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and Lakeway Drive. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes.

The new Costco will open at the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and Lakeway Drive. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes.

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Georgetown Costco to open July 14

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, June 23, 2023
Four years after Georgetown City Council approved initial plans to build a Costco at the northwest corner of Interstate 35 and Lakeway Drive, the membership warehouses store will open on July 14.
William Lee from Wilco Economic Development Partnership gives a presentation on the importance of setting up the potential relationships for Korean businesses to the Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors Wednesday, June 21. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

William Lee from Wilco Economic Development Partnership gives a presentation on the importance of setting up the potential relationships for Korean businesses to the Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors Wednesday, June 21. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

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Samsung attracting hundreds of businesses to Wilco

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, June 23, 2023
Williamson County Economic Development Partnership met with the Liberty Hill Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors Wednesday, June 21, to discuss potential new businesses coming into the area as a result of Samsung.
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