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A tow truck from ASAP Towing in Florence hoists an American Flag for National Night Out.

A tow truck from ASAP Towing in Florence hoists an American Flag for National Night Out.

Florence community shows up for National Night Out

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, October 20, 2025
For National Night Out, the Florence Police Department hosted a carnival-style community event Tuesday, Oct. 7, featuring more than 10 public service agencies, including the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Game Wardens, the National Guard and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.The event...
Scott Matthew, Williamson County’s executive director of Juvenile Services, front, is joined by Judge Ryan Larson of the 395th District Court, back, to answer questions about funding juvenile programs through grants. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Scott Matthew, Williamson County’s executive director of Juvenile Services, front, is joined by Judge Ryan Larson of the 395th District Court, back, to answer questions about funding juvenile programs through grants. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Justices seek grant opportunities to better help youth

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Williamson County could receive more than $1 million in grants to fund juvenile assistance programs.During the October 14 Commissioners Court meeting, officials authorized justices of the peace to apply for grants supporting juvenile programs focused on substance use, violence and indigent...
Kelly Trietsch, chief development officer, left, presents the Southwestern University 560 zoning change to Georgetown City Council. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Kelly Trietsch, chief development officer, left, presents the Southwestern University 560 zoning change to Georgetown City Council. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

First phase of SU 560 plan gets commercial zoning approval

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Southwestern University will have to conduct a traffic mobility study exploring possible traffic impacts caused by its proposed SU 560 redevelopment plan. Georgetown City Council approved a rezoning request by the university on Tuesday, October 14.
Thomas Glen Holman

Thomas Glen Holman

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Multiple offender gets 80 years for DWI

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Thomas Glen Holman of Taylor was found guilty of driving while intoxicated for a third or greater offence as a habitual offender. He was sentenced to 80 years by a Williamson County jury on October 7.
Ekong Ikpe, 65, of Round Rock. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Jail.

Ekong Ikpe, 65, of Round Rock. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Jail.

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Domestic violence shooting leads to arrest

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting at the 5800 block of Parma Lane, located outside the city limits of Round Rock, around 9 a.m. October 12.According to a news release from the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, deputies located a female victim suffering from...
Richard Vincent Ramos

Richard Vincent Ramos

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Georgetown man gets 90 years for child sexual assault

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Richard Vincent Ramos of Georgetown was sentenced to 90 years in prison by a Williamson County jury following a conviction for two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a child. The 43-year-old chose to dismiss his court-appointed counsel and represent himself.
Emergency Management Director Bruce Clements provides an update on clean-up efforts during the Tuesday, October 14, commissioners court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Emergency Management Director Bruce Clements provides an update on clean-up efforts during the Tuesday, October 14, commissioners court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Flood update: County tackles debris slowly, assistance still available

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
It’s been three months since the region was hit by deadly flooding in July. Although Wilco Emergency Management and partners have been removing debris from the North and South forks of the San Gabriel River, the county is still only about 10 percent done with clean-up.
Artist Emily Tolipova paints in the Texas Hill Country.

Artist Emily Tolipova paints in the Texas Hill Country.

Meet artists at the South Main Arts Festival

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
The fourth annual South Main Arts Festival will take place this weekend, and artists are getting excited to set up their booths at 817 South Main Street.

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ROCK announces keynote speaker for Cowgirl Brunch

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
The Ride of Center for Kids announced the featured speaker at its fourth annual Cowgirl Brunch will be Wen Zhang, an executive coach and founder of the INNW Institute – a nonprofit and marketing firm that helps businesses and entrepreneurs.
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