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Leslie Andrews Booker joins the race for Judge of the 512th District Court in Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Jerel Booke.r
Leslie Booker announces candidacy for 512th District Court
Nalani Nuylan
Joined by family, friends and supporters on the steps of the county courthouse, Attorney Leslie Andrews Booker on October 15 announced her candidacy for the newly created 512th District Court in Williamson County. Ms.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Taiwanese company expands tech jobs in Georgetown
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Taiwanese electronic manufacturer, Pegatron, that specializes in making consumer electronics, computing and communications for major brands will bring hundreds of tech jobs to Georgetown, 100 of which must be filled within the first three years of operation.
Monday, October 27, 2025
Chief Information Officer Richard Semple, front, and County Auditor Julie Kiley (back), explain the next steps for the new software system for the county during the October 21 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
County purchases, preps new software
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County will switch its operating software over to Workday Inc. starting November 5. On Tuesday, commissioners court approved the $9 million Workday Inc. software subscription.
Monday, October 27, 2025
Dave Porter, Director of the Wilco Economic Development Partnership, left, chats with County Judge Steve Snell about the future of Williamson County during the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce Power Lunch, October 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
State of the County: Judge Snell shares economic, infrastructure outlook for Williamson County
Nalani Nuylan
A growing workforce, increased water infrastructure and worldwide business connections are on the horizon for Williamson County.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
General Manager Dale Peake, left, and head sommelier Kaitlyn Pearson stand outside of Körk Wine Bar located on the Square near the Grace Heritage Center. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)
New Körk manager hopes to elevate palates, offer experiences
Kaitlyn Wilkes
Visitors to the Square who stop into Körk Wine Bar are likely to find something new. There’s a new general manager in town, and the business now makes a point to only stock wines that aren’t offered anywhere else.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Cop Calls: Driver claims his vehicle’s top speed is only 100 mph
Katherine Hamilton
The following information was provided to the Sun by the Georgetown Police Department on September 30 as a record of recent arrest and call reports in Georgetown. Anyone charged with a crime is innocent until proven guilty.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
“Chameleon” by Pascale Pryor won first place at this year’s Georgetown Sculpture Tour. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes
Sculpture Tour winners: Learn about Georgetown’s newest downtown art
Ellen Greeney
The City of Georgetown Arts and Culture Board has awarded Pascale Pryor first prize in the 2025-26 Sculpture Tour, a juried year-long outdoor exhibit in the Downtown Georgetown Cultural District.Ms. Pryor won for “Chameleon,” an interactive piece made from steel and automotive paint.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Services to set up shop in Jarrell. From left: Commissioners Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Williamson County okays tax incentives for food distributor in Jarrell
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County commissioners approved a tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Service, LLC during the October 21 meeting. According to the company's website, Labatt Food Service is headquartered in San Antonio and is the 10th-largest food service distributor in the nation.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Rowdy Scarborough, a member of the Sassy and Fabulous group from Sun City, smiles as she crosses the finish line during the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, held at Southwestern University on Saturday morning, October 18.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Georgetown
Andy Sharp
Georgetown's Walk to End Alzheimer’s was held at Southwestern University on Saturday morning, October 18. The event, which drew 500-600 participants, was coordinated by the Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Larry Schmitt holds a sign that says “Tyrants Fear a Free Press” during a “No Kings” demonstration in downtown Taylor on on Saturday afternoon, October 18, 2025. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at 2nd and Main Streets. Photo by Andy Sharp.
‘No Kings’ protests draws supporters, opposition, costumes
Andy Sharp
Demonstrators gathered in downtown Taylor on Saturday afternoon, October 18, for a "No Kings" protest. The crowd was approximately 300, mostly gathered at Second and Main Streets. Other nearby protests were held in Round Rock, Pflugerville and downtown Austin at the same time.- Photos by Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 21, 2025