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Jarrell High School to present ‘Frankenstein’

Jarrell High School will present a production of Frankenstein, 7 p.m., October 29, and 4 p.m., October 30, at the JHS Performing Arts Center, 1100 Farm to Market Road 487. Tickets for the performances are available by donation.
ABBI ARELLANO

ABBI ARELLANO

GISD names Jack Frost Citizens for September, October

Georgetown ISD trustees recognized eight high school seniors this week as Jack Frost Citizen award winners for September and October. The award is given monthly to outstanding students who demonstrate service, leadership and scholarship.

Musical Lines workshop highlights four elements of art

The Georgetown Public Library has an exciting opportunity coming up in November for adults who want to have fun and develop their creative side a bit: a 2-hour workshop called Musical Lines with artist and art educator Lisa L. Miller. Ms.

Southwestern race raises scholarship funds

Southwestern University’s annual Jameson 5K will spring into action November 5. The run began in 2001 to honor Jaysn Flynn Jameson, a 1990 graduate of the college who drowned in 2001. He was known as a friendly and outgoing person during his life.

Texas state elections

In addition to Williamson County offices, many state-wide races will appear on the November ballot. Governor The top elected official in Texas, Greg Abbott has served as Texas governor since 2015 and is seeking a third term in office.

Blane Conklin, Democrat

What are the top needs for people across the county? One of the most important and one I hear all the time is the lack of mental health resources. Another is public safety. Our first responders have been underfunded.
County Court-at-Law No. 2

County Court-at-Law No. 2

County Court-at-Law No. 2

Why are you running for office? My wife and I moved to Georgetown from Houston in 1998 to raise our family here. We have raised two sons in this community who attended Georgetown schools.
Thomas Velez, Democrat

Thomas Velez, Democrat

Thomas Velez, Democrat

Why are you running for office? I am running for judge for many of the same reasons I went to school for criminal justice or became a lawyer. I believe those who can serve have a responsibility to put their talents, experience, insight and innovation out to benefit the community.
Brian McConnell, Democrat

Brian McConnell, Democrat

Brian McConnell, Democrat

Why are you running for office? An attorney in Williamson County for over 20 years, I bring experience, fairness and humility to the court. I have represented Williamson County residents in civil and criminal matters, and see how people can be stressed as they navigate the court system.
County Court-at-Law No. 1

County Court-at-Law No. 1

County Court-at-Law No. 1

Why are you running for office? Citizens have a vested interest in our children. As your sitting judge, I’m entrusted with Child Protective Services’ cases. Prior to being your judge, I was a prosecutor and had a private practice where I represented children, and parents.