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Georgetown mayor draws challenger for May election

Brigid Cooley
Friday, February 17, 2023
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.
Williamson County is facing a funding gap of more than $100 million to complete projects outlined in the 2019 road bond package. (Courtesy Williamson County)

Williamson County is facing a funding gap of more than $100 million to complete projects outlined in the 2019 road bond package. (Courtesy Williamson County)

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Williamson County road bond projects over budget by more than $100 million

Kate St. Clair
Friday, February 17, 2023
Due in part to rising construction costs and inflation, Williamson County is facing a funding gap of more than $100 million to complete projects outlined in the 2019 road bond package, according to Precinct 2 Commissioner Cynthia Long.
Future homes at Brookwood in Georgetown’s new residential facility, Grace Place, are under construction. (Courtesy BiG)

Future homes at Brookwood in Georgetown’s new residential facility, Grace Place, are under construction. (Courtesy BiG)

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New BiG residential community takes shape in Weir

Linda Dwyer
Friday, February 17, 2023
Construction is underway at Grace Place, the new residential community that will serve Brookwood in Georgetown.  BiG is a nonprofit vocational community where adults with special needs learn to become artisans, bakers, card makers, jewelry makers and more.

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Taylor drums up excitement with Percussion Park

Brigid Cooley
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Make music in the park with Taylor’s new Percussion Park. The city is celebrating the opening of its new and interactive playground — located between the lake and the swimming pool in Murphy Park, 1600 Veterans Drive — with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 18.

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Troubadour Festival moseys out of Georgetown

Brigid Cooley
Thursday, February 16, 2023
After its Georgetown debut last year, the Troubadour Festival will not make its way back to the city this year.  A combination barbecue and music festival, the Troubadour Festival had its inaugural event in Celina in 2021.
Dr. Douglas Benold and his wife, Nell, is all smiles September 20, 1994, at the announcement that Georgetown ISD's new school will be named in his honor. (Sun Archive)

Dr. Douglas Benold and his wife, Nell, is all smiles September 20, 1994, at the announcement that Georgetown ISD's new school will be named in his honor. (Sun Archive)

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Doug Benold, ‘Dean of Georgetown Physicians’ dies at 98

Brad Stutzman
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
During a long and prolific life spanning almost a century, Dr. Douglas M. Benold helped found Georgetown Hospital, start a community clinic for the underserved and integrate Georgetown public schools. Dr. Benold died Wednesday, February 15, at age 98, following a stroke.
Kiwanis Club of Sun City members and guests attended a pancake breakfast February 4 at Applebee’s in Georgetown. (Courtesy Kiwanis Club of Sun City)

Kiwanis Club of Sun City members and guests attended a pancake breakfast February 4 at Applebee’s in Georgetown. (Courtesy Kiwanis Club of Sun City)

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Kiwanis Club of Sun City holds Pancake Breakfast for Key Club

News Staff
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Kiwanis Club of Sun City members and guests attended a pancake breakfast February 4 at Applebee’s in Georgetown. The event supports one of Kiwanis’ main projects: key clubs for high school students in Georgetown and Jarrell.
The cast and crew take a bow and acknowledge the applause at the conclusion of a Thursday, February 9 dress rehearsal for the Georgetown Palace production of "The Play That Goes Wrong," playing through March 12 on the Springer Memorial Stage. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

The cast and crew take a bow and acknowledge the applause at the conclusion of a Thursday, February 9 dress rehearsal for the Georgetown Palace production of "The Play That Goes Wrong," playing through March 12 on the Springer Memorial Stage. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

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Roundabout: Visit the historic Shotgun House, watch The Play That Goes Wrong and other events in Georgetown

Kate St. Clair
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
While February may be halfway gone, there are still opportunities to learn about and honor the lives and contributions of African Americans during Black History Month programming hosted in Georgetown.
St. David’s Georgetown Hospital is located at 2000 Scenic Drive. (Courtesy St. David’s Georgetown Hospital)

St. David’s Georgetown Hospital is located at 2000 Scenic Drive. (Courtesy St. David’s Georgetown Hospital)

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New laser surgery now offered at St. David’s as enlarged prostate treatment

Kate St. Clair
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
A specialized laser procedure for men suffering from enlarged prostate complications is now offered at St. David’s Georgetown Hospital.  Prostates enlarge naturally over time, causing symptoms including difficulty urinating, a weak stream and leakage.
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