Apartment complex joins mixed-use proposal near Rivery at old McCoy site
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Representative John Carter, right, presents $4 million in federal funding to Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder Friday, February 3. The money will be used to expand FM 971 from Gann Street to SH 130. (Photo by Brigid Cooley)
Georgetown receives funds for FM 971 expansion project
Brigid Cooley
The City of Georgetown received $4 million in federal funding to help expand Farm to Market Road 971, a project the city has been eying for some time.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Residents continue to clear tree limbs from their properties. (Photo by Andy Sharp)
How to handle tree debris, pickups in Georgetown and across Wilco cities
Brigid Cooley
Two extra tree disposal services are being offered to Georgetown residents later this month to assist in removing fallen branches and tree debris following the ice storm.
Special services being provided by the city include a curbside pick up beginning on Monday, February 27, for tree limbs.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
, District 6 Council Member Jake French cuts a tree in North Old Town the week of the storm. (Photo courtesy Jen Bradac)
Community, Georgetown council members cleans up after ice storm
Brigid Cooley
Despite foggy skies and chilly temperatures, more than 50 volunteers gathered at the Berry Creek Racquet Club, 449 Champions Drive, Saturday morning to help neighbors cut and break down branches hanging from trees damaged by last week’s winter storm.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Georgetown-based Republican Charles Schwertner has served Senate District 5 since 2013.
Senator Charles Schwertner arrested on DWI charge in Austin
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Patriot’s Pen winner Adrik Stepanov reads his winning essay to VFW Post 8587 members at the group’s monthly meeting. Adrik is 11 and attends Meridian World School as a sixth grader. His parents are Rachel and Yegivny (Will) Stepanov.
Photos: Georgetown VFW Post 8587 honors winners
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Georgetown's VFW Post 8587 honored special guests at a meeting in January, recognizing winners of the group's Teacher of the Year award, the Voice of Democracy Competition and the Patriot’s Pen winner.
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
The annual Chamber banquet is held in the Georgetown Community Center, a location of many past celebrations for the group.
Businesses, volunteers shine at Georgetown Chamber of Commerce gala
Kate St. Clair
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce celebrated its yearly lineup of award winners at the Georgetown Community Center January 26.
This past year marked the chamber’s 75th anniversary, said. Shontel Mays, chamber president and CEO.
Monday, February 6, 2023
Average cost of gas rises within Wilco, state to start February
Brigid Cooley
Gas prices are rising throughout the state. According to the American Automobile Association, the average per gallon price for regular unleaded gas in Texas hit $3.13 on February 1. That’s roughly 29 cents more than the average recorded in January and 10 cents more than recorded on February 1, 2021.
Monday, February 6, 2023
Georgetown ISD names December Teachers of the Month
Katherine Hamilton
Georgetown ISD’s announced its Teachers of the Month for December 2022.
Monday, February 6, 2023
Jennifer Spiller, left, stands with Southwestern President Laura Skandera Trombley.
Southwestern University honors Georgetown residents as exemplary staff members
Katherine Hamilton
Southwestern University honored two Georgetown residents, John Dixon and Jenifer Spiller, for their service to the university as Southwestern staff members. They were awarded the 2022 Mundy Awards for Exemplary Service.
Monday, February 6, 2023