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J.B. Coxx of Comanche, Texas participates in Steer Wrestling during the Williamson County Rodeo on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The three-night rodeo is held along with the Williamson County Fair at the Williamson County Expo Center. Photo by Andy Sharp.

J.B. Coxx of Comanche, Texas participates in Steer Wrestling during the Williamson County Rodeo on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The three-night rodeo is held along with the Williamson County Fair at the Williamson County Expo Center. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Photos: Playing in the Dirt at the Williamson County Rodeo

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The Williamson County Rodeo took place last week from Thursday, October 23, to Saturday, October 25. The three-night rodeo is held along with the Williamson County Fair at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor.Photos by Andy Sharp 
Juliet Italian Kitchen on the Square will reopen as Juliet Social, an event space with a downstairs cafe-style lunch menu. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Juliet Italian Kitchen on the Square will reopen as Juliet Social, an event space with a downstairs cafe-style lunch menu. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown’s Juliet Italian Kitchen finds a new life as event space

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Juliet Italian Kitchen on the Square is rebranding to Juliet Social — a cafe style restaurant with event spaces that can cater up to 180 people.

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Downtown Georgetown nominated for state awards

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Four projects in downtown Georgetown are among the finalists for Texas Downtown’s 2025 President’s Awards program. The program, according to the city, recognizes “outstanding” projects, people and places of Texas downtowns.
Leslie Andrews Booker joins the race for Judge of the 512th District Court in Williamson County. Photo courtesy of Jerel Booke.r

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
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
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.

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Taiwanese company expands tech jobs in Georgetown

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, October 27, 2025
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.
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.

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.

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County purchases, preps new software

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 27, 2025
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.
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.

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.

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State of the County: Judge Snell shares economic, infrastructure outlook for Williamson County

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 23, 2025
A growing workforce, increased water infrastructure and worldwide business connections are on the horizon for Williamson County.
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)

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)

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New Körk manager hopes to elevate palates, offer experiences

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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.
“Chameleon” by Pascale Pryor won first place at this year’s Georgetown Sculpture Tour. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes

“Chameleon” by Pascale Pryor won first place at this year’s Georgetown Sculpture Tour. Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes

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Sculpture Tour winners: Learn about Georgetown’s newest downtown art

Ellen Greeney
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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.
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