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Gumbo’s displays a “for lease” banner.

Gumbo’s displays a “for lease” banner.

Gumbo’s North closes on the Square

After 11 years on the Square, Gumbo’s North has closed. The restaurant — located in the Old Masonic Lodge building on the corner of Seventh and Main streets — originally opened in October of 2012.
George Brightwell

George Brightwell

Georgetown philanthropist George Brightwell passes away

George Brightwell, a retired Southwestern administrator and longtime Georgetown philanthropist who, with his wife Barbara, supported initiatives and organizations designed to improve life for Williamson County residents, especially children, died early Tuesday, April 11.
 Lindsay Harris

Lindsay Harris

Georgetown ISD names interim superintendent

In a special meeting Tuesday, April 11, Georgetown ISD trustees unanimously approved Lindsay Harris as interim superintendent beginning May 1. Superintendent Fred Brent, who announced in early April that he will retire June 30, will become superintendent emeritus May 1. Since 2019, Ms.
 Stormi Fields, 2, left,  is joined by her cousin Wynter Fields, 3, right.

Stormi Fields, 2, left, is joined by her cousin Wynter Fields, 3, right.

Photos: Taylor Easter Egg hunt

Taylor's Easter Egg Hunt was held at Heritage Square Park on Saturday, April 8.  The event was sponsored by the City of Taylor and Frontier Bank.

AAUW raises $2,100 from Style Show

The Georgetown Branch of American Association of University Women returned with their annual Style Show and Silent Auction March 25. The event featured lunch and a silent auction of gently used purses filled with mystery items like jewelry and wine, all donated from local businesses.

Williamson County recognizes organizations fighting child abuse

Williamson County declared April National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention month Tuesday, April 4, during commissioners court. County commissioners drew attention to the efforts of county organizations protecting county youth by reading a proclamation and recognizing the Go Blue Committee.