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Ace Ashford of Lott, Texas, gets ready to compete in tie-down roping at the 78th Annual Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 24, 2022. Photo by Andy Sharp

Ace Ashford of Lott, Texas, gets ready to compete in tie-down roping at the 78th Annual Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 24, 2022. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Saddle up to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo this weekend

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting their annual rodeo Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24, at the group’s arena in Jarrell, 1600 County Road 305.  Each day, gates open at 6 p.m. and rodeo events begin at 8 p.m.
3-year-old attendee Shylah Soloye enjoyed watching Austin's Smooth & EZ Dance Company perform during Georgetown's 71st Juneteenth celebration.

3-year-old attendee Shylah Soloye enjoyed watching Austin's Smooth & EZ Dance Company perform during Georgetown's 71st Juneteenth celebration.

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Photos: Georgetown community celebrates Juneteenth

Andy Sharp
Monday, June 19, 2023
Georgetown's 71st Juneteenth celebration was held Saturday, June 17, at the Georgetown Community Center in San Gabriel Park.   The event was sponsored by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association.  Photos by Andy Sharp
Doug Phariss, who passed in 2022 after battling Alzheimer’s, holds his granddaughter Brynlee.

Doug Phariss, who passed in 2022 after battling Alzheimer’s, holds his granddaughter Brynlee.

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Hutto father raises funds for Alzheimer's research in honor of his own dad

Nalani Nuylan
Saturday, June 17, 2023
In an effort to honor his late father and support Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Hutto resident Brandon Phariss is planning a “Longest Day” fundraiser hosted on Twitch June 19 that will encourage folk to both get active and to donate towards Alzheimer’s research. Mr.
Windsong Farm co-owner Kelly Clayman, left, stands with new Texas State Champion Jaycee Ferguson. She is riding her horse, Izzy. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Windsong Farm co-owner Kelly Clayman, left, stands with new Texas State Champion Jaycee Ferguson. She is riding her horse, Izzy. Photo by Katherine Anthony

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Windsong Farm rider Jaycee Ferguson becomes Texas state champ

Katherine Hamilton
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Charging through events at the Texas High School Rodeo State Finals, Jaycee Ferguson, a rider from Georgetown’s Windsong Farm, recently took home Texas State Championship honors in pole bending. The competition was held June 1-10 in Abilene.
The display tells the story of the Black community in Georgetown. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes.

The display tells the story of the Black community in Georgetown. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes.

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Last chance to see Juneteenth display at the library

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, June 16, 2023
For the second year in a row, the Georgetown Public Library has put up a display showcasing the history of Juneteenth and Black culture in Georgetown.  “[The display] highlights a part of the history of Georgetown that people don’t know about,” Librarian Anne Evans said.
Barricades make a street closure at Seventh Street and Rock Street June 8. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes

Barricades make a street closure at Seventh Street and Rock Street June 8. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes

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Downtown Georgetown street closures make way for removable bollards

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
Update: This story has been updated with additional information. Downtown Georgetown has closed multiple streets since Wednesday, June 7, as construction crews install removable bollards throughout downtown.
H.L. Fahnestock at Rentsch Brewery Oktoberfest 2022 with a 2 1/2 lb pretzel he made for the event.

H.L. Fahnestock at Rentsch Brewery Oktoberfest 2022 with a 2 1/2 lb pretzel he made for the event.

German bakery TexBrötchen accepts online orders

Abbey Archer
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
TexBrötchen began as a cottage bakery in 2020 when owner H.L. Fahnestock started baking and selling his product online.  The German bakery has become popular since partnering with Rentsch Brewery May 14. Since, Mr.
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