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Nuclear power manufacturer to open $25 million facility in Georgetown

Nicholas Cicale
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Aalo Atomics — an Austin-based nuclear power research and manufacturing company with a goal of using its technologies to power data centers and other industries — submitted a permit August 31 with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to bring a $25 million production facility to...
An aerial photo shows recent progress on Georgetown’s fourth high school at DB Wood and Cedar Breaks roads. Courtesy Georgetown ISD

An aerial photo shows recent progress on Georgetown’s fourth high school at DB Wood and Cedar Breaks roads. Courtesy Georgetown ISD

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Georgetown ISD seeks name nominations for new high school

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Georgetown ISD is seeking nominations to name its fourth high school, a project that was approved by voters in the May 2024 bond election. The new campus, on the district’s west side at DB Wood and Cedar Breaks roads, is under construction and scheduled to open in fall 2028.
Ethan Harwell, a planner with engineering firm Kimley Horn, presents a preliminary Downtown Master Plan for the City of Jarrell during a joint city council and planning and zoning meeting, September 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Ethan Harwell, a planner with engineering firm Kimley Horn, presents a preliminary Downtown Master Plan for the City of Jarrell during a joint city council and planning and zoning meeting, September 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Jarrell City Council: Downtown Master Plan aims for Catalyst Site, upgrades in Jarrell

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, September 4, 2026
In a joint meeting, Jarrell City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission heard a presentation on the Downtown Master Plan September 1.
Jack Daly, Georgetown assistant city manager, left, and Jeff Andresen, president and CEO of YMCA Central Texas, give an update on the Georgetown YMCA facility during the August 25 City Council workshop. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Jack Daly, Georgetown assistant city manager, left, and Jeff Andresen, president and CEO of YMCA Central Texas, give an update on the Georgetown YMCA facility during the August 25 City Council workshop. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

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Georgetown YMCA work continues, projected to open in early 2028

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Georgetown City Council approved a construction and operating agreement with the YMCA that outlines the city’s bond-approved contribution to the project and the city’s maintenance responsibilities.
Louis Rumsey, left, and Les Sherman, who have been friends for 71 years, hold the birthday card they’ve been passing back and forth since 1968. Les lives in Georgetown and Louis lives in the Dallas area. (Photo courtesy of Les Sherman)

Louis Rumsey, left, and Les Sherman, who have been friends for 71 years, hold the birthday card they’ve been passing back and forth since 1968. Les lives in Georgetown and Louis lives in the Dallas area. (Photo courtesy of Les Sherman)

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Georgetown resident boasts friendship 71 years strong

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Friends Les Sherman and Louis Rumsey cannot remember a day they didn’t know each other. For the past 71 years, the two friends have had playdates, played sports together, gone on bike rides, had and attended weddings, and caught up over lunches.
The Bittick Family Cemetery, where 1850s Williamson County settlers Jonathan and Jinsy are buried, is on CR 236 near Liberty Hill.

The Bittick Family Cemetery, where 1850s Williamson County settlers Jonathan and Jinsy are buried, is on CR 236 near Liberty Hill.

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What Remains: A lasting link to the Gabriel Mills community

News Staff
Thursday, September 3, 2026
By Laura PlunkettJonathan Albert Bittick was born in North Carolina in 1796. By 1820, he was living in Missouri, where he married his first wife, Polly. After her death around 1825, he married Jinsy (Jane) Butler, who had been born in Georgia.
Georgetown's Weston Steward stretches for a touchdown catch. Photos by Lawson Richter

Georgetown's Weston Steward stretches for a touchdown catch. Photos by Lawson Richter

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Eagles fly high, beat Temple 28-23 in opener

News Staff
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Georgetown won a back-and-forth matchup with Temple by leaning on a punishing rushing attack and a string of momentum-changing defensive and special-teams plays.The Eagles converted half of their third downs and produced 294 yards of offense in the game.
Volunteer Holly Reads inspects the Rotary Club’s American flags during the 2025 National Day of Service at Christ Lutheran Church September 13, 2025.

Volunteer Holly Reads inspects the Rotary Club’s American flags during the 2025 National Day of Service at Christ Lutheran Church September 13, 2025.

Georgetown volunteers to unite for 9/11 National Day of Service

Nicholas Cicale
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Momentum is building toward this year’s 9/11 National Day of Service. Through acts of community service, Georgetown volunteers and organizations are coming together to honor victims and those affected by the September 11, 2001, tragedy.
Williamson County resident Bill Kelberlau, front left, and Rick Litowski, right, ask questions about the Debt Service Fund for the county’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, September 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County resident Bill Kelberlau, front left, and Rick Litowski, right, ask questions about the Debt Service Fund for the county’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, September 1. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County budget breakdown: County’s FY27 budget approved

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the county budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year on Tuesday, September 1. Totaling $712,942,615 the new budget will be about $10.4 million more than last fiscal year. The Commissioners Court also set the county tax rate.
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