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Grover Trytten and other World War II veterans arrived December 6 in Washington, D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight Austin. The two-day journey marked the second Honor Flight for Mr. Trytten, who is 104 and lives in Georgetown.

Grover Trytten and other World War II veterans arrived December 6 in Washington, D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight Austin. The two-day journey marked the second Honor Flight for Mr. Trytten, who is 104 and lives in Georgetown.

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Going strong at 104, Grover Trytten reflects on Honor Flight, military service

Brad Stutzman
Friday, January 2, 2026
The first thing you notice about Grover Trytten is his handshake. It’s a good one. Plenty of men have firm grips. But how many are around to be shaking hands at age 104? Let alone with a friendly confidence that makes a visitor forget the gentleman in question was born before movies had sound.
Justice Marquez Washington

Justice Marquez Washington

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Suspect charged with capital murder in Sun City double homicide

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Justice Marquez Washington, who was a person of interest in a December 5 double homicide and house fire in Sun City on Pipe Creek Lane, has been arrested for the offense of capital murder of James William Yost, 76, and Kenneth Michael Wade Clanton, 33.
Exterior work, including Windows, doors and roofing, were completed on the new Williamson County administrative building in December.

Exterior work, including Windows, doors and roofing, were completed on the new Williamson County administrative building in December.

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Williamson County’s new HQ reaches construction milestone, slated for summer opening

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Exterior work on Williamson County’s new administration building at the corner of Southwestern Boulevard and Southeast Inner Loop has been completed.County officials announced December 22 that the “dry-in phase” — including windows, doors and roofing — has been finished.
Florence police look at a vehicle that was struck by a speeding driver. The suspect, Simarre Harris-Brunson, escaped the scene. Photo courtesy Florence PD

Florence police look at a vehicle that was struck by a speeding driver. The suspect, Simarre Harris-Brunson, escaped the scene. Photo courtesy Florence PD

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Florence police searching for escaped speeding suspect

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
The Florence Police Department is looking for 31-year-old Simarre Harris-Brunson, who fled from police and escaped on foot after a traffic crash near Shell Road and Highway 195 on December 24.The suspect is wanted on warrants for evading in a motor vehicle with serious bodily injury Felony 3, and...
Ryan Bownds (second from left) was awarded the Excellence in Justice Award from the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Multi-Disciplinary Team on December 3. He is with members of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

Ryan Bownds (second from left) was awarded the Excellence in Justice Award from the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Multi-Disciplinary Team on December 3. He is with members of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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Williamson County prosecutor honored with Excellence in Justice Award

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 29, 2025
Ryan Bownds, special victims unit chief for the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office, was awarded the Excellence in Justice Award from the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center’s Multi-Disciplinary Team on December 3.“I am proud to see Ryan’s hard work recognized with this award,” ...
Justin Tullos, owner of Phineas Laboratory, doing work while his service dog Hercules lays on his lap. Photo courtesy of Phineas Laboratory

Justin Tullos, owner of Phineas Laboratory, doing work while his service dog Hercules lays on his lap. Photo courtesy of Phineas Laboratory

Caribbean food comes to Round Rock - Business Briefs

Abbey Archer
Monday, December 29, 2025
Island Riddim Jerk & BBQ Grill opened in Round Rock at 200 University Boulevard, Ste. 350,on November 22. The family-run restaurant offers traditional Jamaican food including Jerk Chicken, Curry Chicken and BBQ ribs.

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Georgetown library card fees to rise for nonresidents

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Friday, December 26, 2025
Starting January 1, Georgetown Public Library card annual fees for those who live outside Georgetown’s city limits will increase.Nonresident fees will now be $100, or $80 for seniors who live outside the city. These are increases of about $65 and $50, respectively, compared to previous fees.
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