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The rock structure that formed the Crockett Gardens waterfall is seen lying on the ground Friday after separating from the cliff. (PHOTO COURTESY RUSSELL VARGO)

The rock structure that formed the Crockett Gardens waterfall is seen lying on the ground Friday after separating from the cliff. (PHOTO COURTESY RUSSELL VARGO)

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Crockett Gardens waterfall takes a tumble

Brigid Cooley
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
A portion of the Crockett Gardens waterfall rock formation — a popular destination for trail walkers alongside Lake Georgetown, west of Cedar Breaks Park — separated and fell to the ground late last week.

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New Year’s Eve across Wilco

Kate St. Clair
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Ring in the new year with these local events. All events listed take place on New Year’s Eve, December 31. Georgetown Live music at Hardtails 1515 North Interstate Highway 35 Hardtails will be playing the night away with music by Idiot Savant, followed by a champagne toast and noisemakers.
The county has appointed Julie Kiley as the new county auditor.

The county has appointed Julie Kiley as the new county auditor.

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County appoints Julie Kiley as new auditor

Kate St. Clair
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley will serve as the new Williamson County auditor following the retirement of County Auditor Jerri Jones in December. Her appointment was announced by the Williamson County district judges Tuesday, December 20.  Ms.
A Georgetown PD patch

A Georgetown PD patch

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Update: Man arrested after fatal Georgetown shooting

Brigid Cooley
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Ricardo Quinones, 38, was arrested Tuesday, December 27, following a fatal shooting at 2700 Gabriel View Drive in Georgetown. According to the Georgetown Police Department, a minor called 911 at 2:52 a.m. Tuesday to report that her father — Mr.
San José neighborhood resident Alma Espinoza is with her grandson, 4-year-old Reign Cruz, as they stand next to a tribute to her daughter and his mother, Alexandra Chavarria, who died in a car accident on Interstate 35 one year ago December 20 at age 26. Mr. Espinoza wanted to do something special to mark the day. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

San José neighborhood resident Alma Espinoza is with her grandson, 4-year-old Reign Cruz, as they stand next to a tribute to her daughter and his mother, Alexandra Chavarria, who died in a car accident on Interstate 35 one year ago December 20 at age 26. Mr. Espinoza wanted to do something special to mark the day. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

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PHOTO: A winter remembrance

Andy Sharp
Sunday, December 25, 2022
San José neighborhood resident Alma Espinoza is with her grandsons, 4-year-old Reign Cruz and Noah Cruz, 8, as they stand next to a tribute to her daughter and their mother, Alexandra Chavarria, who died in a car accident on Interstate 35 one year ago December 20 at age 26. Mr.
Fireworks light the skies over the San Gabriel River at San Gabriel Park during the Sertoma Club's 4th of July fireworks show on Sunday, July 4, 2021. (Sun Archive)

Fireworks light the skies over the San Gabriel River at San Gabriel Park during the Sertoma Club's 4th of July fireworks show on Sunday, July 4, 2021. (Sun Archive)

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Personal fireworks prohibited in Georgetown

Brigid Cooley
Sunday, December 25, 2022
As New Year celebrations approach, residents should remember that fireworks are not allowed in Georgetown or within 5,000 feet of its city limits unless permitted and authorized by the Georgetown Fire Department.  Violations can lead to fines of up to $2,000 per firework.
Santa letters

Santa letters

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Letters to Santa by Georgetown children

News Staff
Saturday, December 24, 2022
Each year, the Williamson County Sun publishes dozens of holiday letters written to Santa by local children. Here's what kids asked for this year.  Dear Santa, What is it Like there? can i Please have a New bike and a watch. thank you Santa From, Blake Dear Santa, Are the reindeer good?
Sun City resident Judi Stanfield entertains guests during the Camille’s Memory Café Christmas party December 16 at Georgetown Public Library. (Photos by Brad Stutzman)

Sun City resident Judi Stanfield entertains guests during the Camille’s Memory Café Christmas party December 16 at Georgetown Public Library. (Photos by Brad Stutzman)

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A Gift of Time hosts holiday party at library

Brad Stutzman
Saturday, December 24, 2022
Songs, decorations and colorful costumes abounded when A Gift of Time Georgetown hosted its fourth live Camille’s Memory Café program at Georgetown Public Library.
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