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Leander resident Anna Yelaun stands in front of the Olympic rings holding a Texas flag. Ms. Yelaun volunteered at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as the lead volunteer for speed skating. (Photo courtesy Anna Yelaun)

Leander resident Anna Yelaun stands in front of the Olympic rings holding a Texas flag. Ms. Yelaun volunteered at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as the lead volunteer for speed skating. (Photo courtesy Anna Yelaun)

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Williamson County local leads volunteers at Winter Olympics

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
While many Williamson County residents were watching the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics from their living rooms, Leander resident and Uzbekistan immigrant Anna Yelaun was busy being the lead volunteer for speed skating teams in Milan.
From left to right: Ryan Bownds, Mandy Backlund and John McMillian received state certifications in criminal justice. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

From left to right: Ryan Bownds, Mandy Backlund and John McMillian received state certifications in criminal justice. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

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Williamson County justice personnel earn state certifications

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 23, 2026
Members of the Williamson County judiciary and legal staff have gained board certifications from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Located on Austin Avenue near Old Town Park, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom historic home is 2,711 square feet and is listed at $895,000. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Located on Austin Avenue near Old Town Park, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom historic home is 2,711 square feet and is listed at $895,000. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County housing market indicates buyer momentum

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 23, 2026
The Central Texas real estate market is showing signs of steady prices, ample inventory and renewed buyer momentum, according to a new report from the Austin Board of Realtors.
Construction equipment was removed last month from the Austin Avenue Bridge over the South Fork San Gabriel River, and work has not yet resumed as of Wednesday, February 18. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Construction equipment was removed last month from the Austin Avenue Bridge over the South Fork San Gabriel River, and work has not yet resumed as of Wednesday, February 18. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Austin Avenue bridges construction stalled

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Dear Sun Staff: What’s the latest with the construction on the Austin Avenue vehicle bridge? I noticed the construction work has stopped. Answer: According to the city’s communication manager Keith Hutchinson, there was an overpour of concrete on the bridges.
Georgetown Police Chief Cory Tchida presented an annual report on the department to Georgetown City Council during the February 10 City Council workshop. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown Police Chief Cory Tchida presented an annual report on the department to Georgetown City Council during the February 10 City Council workshop. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown Police Department sees more calls for service

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Despite the total calls for service from the Georgetown Police Department going up 4.25 percent in 2025, the total number of Group A offenses — which include murder, rape, assault, robbery, theft, fraud and drug charges – were down 7.
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County Chief Executive Officer Marissa Austin, left, and Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, right, during the first Destination Hope gala at Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center five years ago. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County Chief Executive Officer Marissa Austin, left, and Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, right, during the first Destination Hope gala at Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center five years ago. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center

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Destination Hope gala marks fifth anniversary March 7

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Destination Hope — a gala that benefits both the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center and Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County — is celebrating its fifth birthday. And organizers say this year’s gala will be one for the books.
East View’s Cameron Sanford jumps up for a layup near the basket. He had 19 points in the game.

East View’s Cameron Sanford jumps up for a layup near the basket. He had 19 points in the game.

East View High School advances to basketball playoffs after win vs. Georgetown

News Staff
Thursday, February 19, 2026
East View’s varsity basketball team closed out its 2026 regular season with a win over in-town rivals Georgetown High School 58-48 Tuesday night, bringing the team’s record to 24-9 on the year. Georgetown’s record fell to 11-23.The win sends East View to the playoffs this season.
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