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Jose Rogel swings his son Maximillian, 4, through the water while daughter Luna, 5, looks on during a visit to the splash pad at Heritage Square Park on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. The official beginning of summer is Friday, June 20th, but Williamson County residents have been seeking respite for a while.

Jose Rogel swings his son Maximillian, 4, through the water while daughter Luna, 5, looks on during a visit to the splash pad at Heritage Square Park on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. The official beginning of summer is Friday, June 20th, but Williamson County residents have been seeking respite for a while.

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Beating the Heat

Andy Sharp
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Alan Oakes at The Locker

Alan Oakes at The Locker

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EVHS counselor’s Alcatraz swim to benefit The Locker

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
East View High School counselor Alan Oakes has a few goals for his plunge into the cold waters of San Francisco Bay on June 28.He wants to challenge himself in the two-mile, open-water Alcatraz swim while celebrating his 60th birthday.
Staff and volunteers of Yesterday’s Gone are presented with a $114,000 check from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake in the Georgetown Public Library, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Staff and volunteers of Yesterday’s Gone are presented with a $114,000 check from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake in the Georgetown Public Library, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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See a need, fill a need: Latter-day Saints donate to Wilco nonprofit

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Liberty Hill nonprofit Yesterday’s Gone received a $114,000 grant Monday, June 16, that will allow the organization to add more tiny homes and community vehicles to serve women in need.The funds came from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Round Rock Stake and Round Rock East Stake.
An overhead view of Blue Hole Park’s south shore shows a proposed roundabout and picnic tables along the San Gabriel River. Tables can also be seen on the north shore, which is connected by a low water crossing.

An overhead view of Blue Hole Park’s south shore shows a proposed roundabout and picnic tables along the San Gabriel River. Tables can also be seen on the north shore, which is connected by a low water crossing.

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Concept plan for Blue Hole Park shows more parking, picnic tables and paved trails

News Staff
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Georgetown City Council reviewed the latest concept plan for Blue Hole Park last week, with one more opportunity for public feedback scheduled in July.City staff and park design firm Halff Associates are developing the Blue Hole Park Master Plan, which outlines proposed improvements aimed at...
The Central Texas Treatment Center in Granger is a program of the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

The Central Texas Treatment Center in Granger is a program of the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County treatment center wins state corrections award

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 16, 2025
The Central Texas Treatment Center, part of the Williamson County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, has been named Residential Services Program of the Year by the Texas Corrections Association.TCA President Rene Hinojosa presented the award during the association’s annual conference...

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Juneteenth celebrations happening this weekend

News Staff
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Georgetown’s 73rd annual Juneteenth celebration will include a photo exhibit, live entertainment, a parade and a historical marker unveiling over the next week. Some events are a partnership between the city and the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association.
Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh explains why the Road and Bridge Department is asking for funding transfers for the Atlas 14 project. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Senior Director of Infrastructure Bob Daigh explains why the Road and Bridge Department is asking for funding transfers for the Atlas 14 project. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County approves additional funding for floodplain mapping

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Williamson County commissioners voted 3-2 to approve additional funding for the Atlas 14 project, which includes contracts with three private engineering firms to complete an updated floodplain map for the county.Commissioners Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey voted against the funding at the June 10...
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