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17-year-old Christianna White oversees a flag retirement ceremony at the Field of Honor on Friday, November 14, 2025.  White, along with her mother, Denise White, has taken  part in Field of Honor activities for all of its nine years in Georgetown.  Taking part in the ceremony were members of Scouting America Troop 1096, representatives from the Civil Air Patrol, veterans and active duty military, plus members of the public.  Photo by Andy Sharp.

17-year-old Christianna White oversees a flag retirement ceremony at the Field of Honor on Friday, November 14, 2025. White, along with her mother, Denise White, has taken part in Field of Honor activities for all of its nine years in Georgetown. Taking part in the ceremony were members of Scouting America Troop 1096, representatives from the Civil Air Patrol, veterans and active duty military, plus members of the public. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Flags retired with honor

A flag retirement ceremony was held at the Field of Honor on Friday, November 14, 2025. Taking part in the ceremony were members of Scouting America Troop 1096, representatives from the Civil Air Patrol, veterans and active duty military, plus members of the public.  
Pauline Reese performs during the Palace Theatre’s Stetsons and Starlight fundraiser. Photos courtesy Lindsey Brisbine

Pauline Reese performs during the Palace Theatre’s Stetsons and Starlight fundraiser. Photos courtesy Lindsey Brisbine

Stetsons and Starlight raises funds for Palace Theatre education programs

Stetsons and Starlight was a boot scootin’ fundraiser for a worthy cause. The Texas themed November 8 gala at Reunion Ranch benefited Georgetown Palace Theatre Education.

No new trail for Berry Creek

A new trail that would have spanned from the future Westside Park south of Berry Creek Highlands to the county’s Berry Creek Park was nixed by Georgetown City Council during a November 12 workshop after council heard resident feedback against a trail running through their neighborhood.
The Palace Playhouse showcased more intimate shows as a 75-seat black box theatre. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

The Palace Playhouse showcased more intimate shows as a 75-seat black box theatre. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Palace moves out of the Playhouse, new tenants to be found

The Georgetown Palace Theatre will conclude its programming at the Playhouse at the end of the year, closing out with Dashing Through the Snow, which runs November 28 through December 28.
Left to right: Joey O, Craig Thatcher, Colin Besancon, Nick Cruz, C.F. Martin, Duncan Isenhower, Taylor Rountree and Ben Thompkins celebrate the arrival of Martin Guitars at Six Strings Guitar and Lounge on the Square. (photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Left to right: Joey O, Craig Thatcher, Colin Besancon, Nick Cruz, C.F. Martin, Duncan Isenhower, Taylor Rountree and Ben Thompkins celebrate the arrival of Martin Guitars at Six Strings Guitar and Lounge on the Square. (photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Renowned Martin Guitar brand finds home at Georgetown music shop

In every passion there are the top-of-the-line items that collectors dream about having one day: a Lamborghini or Porsche, a first edition book, a vintage Chanel suit. The history and legacy of the company is half of the dream, the bragging rights, the other half.
Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, left, and Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, right, ask questions on construction specifics during the November 4 Jarrell City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, left, and Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, right, ask questions on construction specifics during the November 4 Jarrell City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Coming down the pipelines: Jarrell makes strides with infrastructure grant projects

With two American Rescue Plan Act projects and one Community Block Development Grant up for consideration, Jarrell City Council approved steps regarding federally grant-funded projects during its November 4 meeting.
Bob Ragan stands next to “Sea Candy,” a sculpture he said was inspired by sea corals he found on the beach and Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia basilica.

Bob Ragan stands next to “Sea Candy,” a sculpture he said was inspired by sea corals he found on the beach and Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia basilica.

Stone carver in Florence creates trippy sculptures and architecture

Bob Ragan has been carving outlandish sculptures and commissioned architectural pieces in Florence since 1978, when he and his partner Mary Condon moved there to escape the hustle and bustle of Austin. His personal sculptures are based on characters in a fictional village he sketches.
Colonel Paul F. Howe, U.S. Army Chaplain, Retired, was the Keynote Speaker during the Veterans Day observance held at the Williamson County Veterans Memorial Plaza in Sun City on Tuesday, November 11. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

Colonel Paul F. Howe, U.S. Army Chaplain, Retired, was the Keynote Speaker during the Veterans Day observance held at the Williamson County Veterans Memorial Plaza in Sun City on Tuesday, November 11. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

Retired Army Chaplain speaks about service at Sun City Veterans Day event

The bright Texas sun warmed up an otherwise chilly Veterans Day morning at the Georgetown-Williamson County Veterans Memorial Plaza. Those from Sun City, Georgetown and the surrounding areas came to honor those who had served and reflected on the words of keynote speaker Ret. U.S. Army Chaplain Col.
First Responding Home Inspections founder Ross Black, a former Georgetown firefighter, inspects a fence in a client’s backyard.

First Responding Home Inspections founder Ross Black, a former Georgetown firefighter, inspects a fence in a client’s backyard.

Business Briefs

Retired Georgetown firefighter Ross Black has launched his company First Responding Home Inspections to continue his commitment of keeping the community safe. He offers home inspections including elevation measurements, sewer scope inspections and sprinkler evaluations. Mr.