Wilco burn ban lifted

In the wake of the recent storms, County Judge Bill Gravell lifted the county’s burn ban on Friday, October 28. The ban was put in place 10 days prior on October 18 because of extended dry conditions. “Due to the recent rains and cooler weather, I am lifting the burn ban,” Mr.

Tom Wharton believes in the power of mentoring

Thirty minutes once a week — that’s all it takes to tell a child “They’re worth something.” That’s the message of Tom Wharton, a champion for youth mentoring and a volunteer mentor through Georgetown ISD. “Kids are so thankful to have somebody.

Devotional service to honor veterans

The public is invited to attend a devotional service honoring military veterans on November 9 at Faith Lutheran Church, 4010 Williams Drive in Georgetown. The service will feature retired Captain Dave Carey, a former Vietnam POW as a guest speaker. The devotional will begin at 10 a.m.

Council approves special use permit, school annexation

Georgetown City Council discussed incoming developments during a Tuesday, October 25, meeting. The council approved requests, including a special use permit for a senior living project and the annexation of roughly 52 acres.

Patriotic concert will honor veterans

The Central Texas Philharmonic will launch its 2022-2023 season with a “Patriotic Pops” concert in conjunction with the close of Field of Honor Sunday, November 13.

Youth Fishing Derby on the horizon

The Georgetown Parks and Recreation Department will host a Youth Fishing Derby for children age 12 and younger 8-10 p.m., December 3, in San Gabriel Park. Admission is $5 per child. All participants must be accompanied by an adult/guardian for the duration of the event.

Two Step Inn at San Gabriel Park

Tickets, musician line-up announced for 2023 country music festival Find yourself a dance partner and shine up your cowboy boots. Presale for tickets to the Two Step Inn music festival — which takes place April 15-16 in Georgetown’s San Gabriel Park next year — go on sale at 10 a.m.

Jarrell ISD expects double enrollment in five years; triple by 2032

The latest demographic report for Jarrell ISD shows the district is continuing to experience fast growth, with enrollment expected to double in five years to nearly 7,500 students. Its projected enrollment for 2032 is 11,658 students.

Georgetown Animal Shelter

Harley, 7, is a friendly and curious girl. Don’t let her age fool you; she has plenty of life left! She is healthy and quite strong. Harley likes squeaky toys and treats, and she gets along with other dogs, cats and respectful children.

GISD Education Foundation awards fall teacher grants

The Georgetown ISD Education Foundation recently awarded nearly $13,000 of fall grants to the following 26 teachers: Carver Elementary School April Miles, “Strategic Reading for Growth” Amber Sladecek, “STRIKING Up FUN in PE” Frost Elementary School Karen Eden, “Math Game Madness!