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Schematic plans show Phase 1A of Georgetown’s City Center development. (Courtesy the City of Georgetown)

Schematic plans show Phase 1A of Georgetown’s City Center development. (Courtesy the City of Georgetown)

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Designs underway for updated community space around Georgetown City Hall

Brigid Cooley
Monday, December 12, 2022
In early 2019, Georgetown city staff, including Downtown & Tourism Director Kim McAuliffe, began looking for ways to transform public areas surrounding City Hall, the Council and Court Building and the library into a multifaceted City Center.
Georgetown's District 6 Council Member Jake French hosted a town hall meeting on Monday, December 5, during which updated constituents on city happenings.

Georgetown's District 6 Council Member Jake French hosted a town hall meeting on Monday, December 5, during which updated constituents on city happenings.

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Georgetown developments, short-term rentals discussed at District 6 town hall

Brigid Cooley
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Georgetown’s Downtown Master Plan, incoming regulations for short-term rentals and city developments were discussed during a District 6 town hall meeting December 5.  Hosted at the Council and Court building by District 6 Council Member Jake French, the event drew a crowd of roughly 51 people.
Mike Martin’s photos are on display at Cowan Creek Amenity Center. (Photos by Mike Martin)

Mike Martin’s photos are on display at Cowan Creek Amenity Center. (Photos by Mike Martin)

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Round Rock excellence award goes to Wilco Art Guild

Ellen Greeney
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Scot Wilkinson, director for arts and culture in Round Rock, presented the Award of Excellence for 2021-2022 to the Williamson County Art Guild at the recent Round Rock Arts luncheon.  Williamson County Art Guild President Rob Neff accepted the award on behalf of the guild.
TJ Kirchner, a member of the Thrall FFA, who will be 16 on Monday, shows his steer, Hollywood.

TJ Kirchner, a member of the Thrall FFA, who will be 16 on Monday, shows his steer, Hollywood.

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Photos: Williamson County Livestock Show Cows

Andy Sharp
Friday, December 9, 2022
Steers and heifers were shown Thursday, December 8, 2022 at the Williamson County Expo Center.
Jarrell residents express skepticism that the 1916 Building was not salvageable. They met with district leaders December 7. (Photo by Katherine Anthony)

Jarrell residents express skepticism that the 1916 Building was not salvageable. They met with district leaders December 7. (Photo by Katherine Anthony)

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Longtime Jarrell ISD residents disappointed over 1916 Building demo

Katherine Hamilton
Friday, December 9, 2022
Jarrell residents had seen a bright future for JISD’s 1916 Building when voters approved a bond in May 2021.  The bond included $4.9 million to upgrade the original school building into district and community office space, giving new life to the much-loved old structure.

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School Notes: East View High School Choir presents A Jolly Holiday

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, December 8, 2022
The East View High School Choir will put on its annual performance of A Jolly Holiday at the East View Theatre December 9-11. Showtimes are: Friday, December 9, at 7 p.m. Saturday, December 10, at 3 p.m. and 7p.m. Sunday, December 11, at 3 p.m. Tickets are available online at https://www.
2019 Honorary Chairs Jim and Cindy Harrington hold their Georgetown Swirl glasses. (Courtesy of Williamson County)

2019 Honorary Chairs Jim and Cindy Harrington hold their Georgetown Swirl glasses. (Courtesy of Williamson County)

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Georgetown Swirl sets masquerade theme for 2023

Kate St. Clair
Thursday, December 8, 2022
Don a masquerade mask for the 13th annual Georgetown Swirl in March on the Square. Tickets are now on sale for the event.  Dress up for the annual fundraising event hosted by the Georgetown Main Street Program from 5-9 p.m., March 4.
Coy Roberson, 10, with the Liberty Hill 4-H Club, shows his pig, Olly. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

Coy Roberson, 10, with the Liberty Hill 4-H Club, shows his pig, Olly. (Photos by Andy Sharp)

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Photos: Pig-ture perfect at the Williamson County Livestock Show

Andy Sharp
Thursday, December 8, 2022
Williamson County Livestock show continued Tuesday, December 6, with the Breeding Swine Show at the Williamson County Expo Center. The event continues though the week. 
Santa Claus arrives at the San Gabriel Community Center in December of 2014 for the annual Breakfast With Santa, a pancake and sausage breakfast fundraiser hosted by the Georgetown Fire Department and the Sun City Rotary Club. (Sun Archive)

Santa Claus arrives at the San Gabriel Community Center in December of 2014 for the annual Breakfast With Santa, a pancake and sausage breakfast fundraiser hosted by the Georgetown Fire Department and the Sun City Rotary Club. (Sun Archive)

Ho’ ho’ holiday cheer planned for Georgetown’s Breakfast with Santa

Brigid Cooley
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Join Santa and members of the Georgetown Fire Department for the 22nd annual Breakfast with Santa. The ticketed event takes place 7:30-11 a.m. Saturday, December 17, at the Community Center, 445 East Morrow Street in San Gabriel Park.
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