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Amplify Austin fundraiser to kick off on Wednesday

Amplify Austin is about to kick off again, shining a light on the nonprofit organizations that need support this year.  The annual Central Texas event is a 24-hour call to fundraise, publicized by nonprofit I Live Here, I Give Here for more than 10 years. This year’s event will start at 6 p.m.
Cody Ivins and his family are spreading the word about the dangers of fentanyl, which killed his son Layton in January. Cody sits here with his son Kylon, 15, who was Layton’s younger brother.

Cody Ivins and his family are spreading the word about the dangers of fentanyl, which killed his son Layton in January. Cody sits here with his son Kylon, 15, who was Layton’s younger brother.

Grieving father challenges community to 'get educated' about fentanyl

Williamson County has not yet said officially what killed Georgetown High School sophomore Layton Ivins in January, but Cody Ivins says he knows that the opioid fentanyl took his son’s life — and he’s on a crusade to wake up the community about the killer in its midst.
Southwestern University students hold signs that read "End white supremacy" and "Cut the act. Take Action," at a protest Wednesday, February 22. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Southwestern University students hold signs that read "End white supremacy" and "Cut the act. Take Action," at a protest Wednesday, February 22. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Recent racist displays spark Southwestern University student protest

Over 250 Southwestern University students gathered Wednesday, February 22, to protest the university’s response — or what some consider a lack thereof — to three recent and public displays of racism on campus.
First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown pastor Bobby Hulme-Lippert wears a purple stole, which he will wear during services held throughout the Lenten season. Lent, which is commemorated by many Christian denominations, begins this year with Ash Wednesday on February 22 and continues until Easter, April 9.

First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown pastor Bobby Hulme-Lippert wears a purple stole, which he will wear during services held throughout the Lenten season. Lent, which is commemorated by many Christian denominations, begins this year with Ash Wednesday on February 22 and continues until Easter, April 9.

Georgetown churches enter Lent season with Ash Wednesday

For Bobby Hulme-Lippert, pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Georgetown, the Lenten season is an invitation to reflect and slow down.
The Shotgun House museum, maintained by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association, was open as part of Black History Month events in Georgetown.

The Shotgun House museum, maintained by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association, was open as part of Black History Month events in Georgetown.

Murals, tours highlight ‘The Georgetown Journey’ of Black Resistance

The richness of Georgetown’s black history, culture and resistance was shared Saturday, February 18, as a part of a month-long observance by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association.

Candidates set for Georgetown, GISD elections in May

Georgetown residents will vote in a mayoral election this May.  Two candidates, incumbent Josh Schroeder and resident Jonathan Dade, will appear on the ballot.  The city announced the news following the deadline to file, which was at 5 p.m. Friday, February 17.
The Georgetown High School boys swim team celebrates Saturday, February 18, at this weekend’s Conference 5A State Championship meet in Austin. The team won first place for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy University Interscholastic League)

The Georgetown High School boys swim team celebrates Saturday, February 18, at this weekend’s Conference 5A State Championship meet in Austin. The team won first place for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy University Interscholastic League)

Georgetown High School Eagles are state swimming champs

Georgetown High School’s boys swim team took home the gold Saturday, February 18, becoming Conference 5A State Champions for the second time in school history.  The team was led by junior Jeremy Kelly, who earned two individual gold medals at Saturday’s state swim meet.
Jarrell firefighter Jake Owen helps with a ceremonial cleaning of his department's new ladder truck February 17. Mr. Owen, 24, is undergoing treatment for brain cancer and had returned to the department for the first time since starting treatments in January. Photo by Andy Sharp

Jarrell firefighter Jake Owen helps with a ceremonial cleaning of his department's new ladder truck February 17. Mr. Owen, 24, is undergoing treatment for brain cancer and had returned to the department for the first time since starting treatments in January. Photo by Andy Sharp

Jarrell Fire Department welcomes back firefighter battling cancer

The Jarrell Fire Department last week celebrated a milestone and did it while supporting a firefighter fighting a battle of his own.

Georgetown mayor draws challenger for May election

Georgetown residents will vote in a mayoral election this May. Two candidates, incumbent Josh Schroeder and resident Jonathan Dade, will appear on the ballot. The city announced the news following the deadline to file, which was at 5 p.m. Friday, February 17.