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Granger Secondary School, along FM 971 east of downtown Granger, is pictured on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The face of a lion, the school mascot, can be seen inside. from a distance. After a long delay to work on water issues the school will open for classes on March 2, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Granger Secondary School, along FM 971 east of downtown Granger, is pictured on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The face of a lion, the school mascot, can be seen inside. from a distance. After a long delay to work on water issues the school will open for classes on March 2, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Granger ISD celebrates new secondary school opening

Andy Sharp
Thursday, February 26, 2026
In a sea of purple and gold, Granger ISD students, parents, grandparents, alumni and just friendly neighbors turned out February 25 for the ribbon-cutting and free-range touring of the new Granger Secondary School.“It’s a great day to be a Lion,” GISD superintendent Stephen Brosch told the crowd.
Texas Longhorns enjoy the time near sunset, munching on grass in a pasture along County Road 455 near Beyersville on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Texas Longhorns enjoy the time near sunset, munching on grass in a pasture along County Road 455 near Beyersville on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

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Longhorns at sunset

Andy Sharp
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Texas Longhorns enjoy the time near sunset, munching on grass in a pasture along County Road 455 near Beyersville on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.  Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Georgetown transportation projects see price increases

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Austin Avenue bridge rehab This is the rehabilitation of the Austin Avenue bridge that includes new safety rated rails, required maintenance and a new bridge deck. The original estimated completion date was April 15, 2026, but has been pushed back to August.

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City of Georgetown issues $38 million for fire station, services

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Georgetown City Council approved a notice of intent to issue Certificates of Obligation totaling $38,285,000 for 2026. Certificates of Obligation, according to the Texas Comptroller’s office, provide local governments with flexibility in financing projects without voter approval.
Cael Amason stands with his dad, Travis Amason, in Lone Horse Coffee truck on June 15. Photo Courtesy of Tonya Amason

Cael Amason stands with his dad, Travis Amason, in Lone Horse Coffee truck on June 15. Photo Courtesy of Tonya Amason

Lost Horse Coffee raises money for suicide prevention

Abbey Archer
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Lost Horse Coffee is celebrating the birthday of Travis Amason, the business’ founder, with a special menu February 27 through March 4.
Emily Kaye Kipp

Emily Kaye Kipp

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Emily Kaye Kipp aims for a new voice in District 6

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Advocating for others has long been a part of therapist and small business owner Emily Kaye Kipp’s life from working to create new shirts for her elementary school to getting American Sign Language recognized as a language at Southwestern University.

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Amplify Wilco day set for next week

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
For the third year in a row, I Live Here I Give Here will be hosting Amplify Wilco Day, a 24-hour giving period on March 4 and 5 that will benefit over 90 nonprofits that serve Williamson County. The event coincides with Amplify Austin, which has raised $122.
Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder, left, held an event at Mesquite Creek Outfitters on Friday, February 20, to show appreciation for supporting his terms as mayor. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder, left, held an event at Mesquite Creek Outfitters on Friday, February 20, to show appreciation for supporting his terms as mayor. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown Mayor Josh Schroeder unveils road map for third term

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Since 2020, Taylor-born Josh Schroeder has served as Georgetown’s mayor – leading the city through the Covid-19 pandemic, a population boom and efforts to modernize the city’s infrastructure in and around downtown.
Georgetown’s Walmart is the closest major grocery story for many in Jarrell and northeast Williamson County. Jarrell’s future Walmart would start to serve those residents once built. Sun Archive.

Georgetown’s Walmart is the closest major grocery story for many in Jarrell and northeast Williamson County. Jarrell’s future Walmart would start to serve those residents once built. Sun Archive.

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Jarrell finalizes terms for Walmart infrastructure

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Still pending a signature, the City of Jarrell discussed the final terms and conditions for an incentive and development agreement for Walmart during its February 19 city council meeting.
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