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Christopher James Hernandez. Courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

Christopher James Hernandez. Courtesy of Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

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Habitual offender sentenced to 25 years on drug charge

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
A Williamson County jury convicted Christopher James Hernandez, 37, Georgetown, of possession of methamphetamine — a third-degree felony — on Monday, December 11. After the jury’s unanimous verdict, Mr. Hernandez was sentenced to 25 years in prison, based on his prior criminal history. Mr.

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Williamson County offices close for holidays beginning December 25

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 11, 2023
Williamson County offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Monday, December 25, Tuesday, December 26, and January 1, 2024, for the New Year’s holiday.    According to the press release, Commissioners Court will not meet on Tuesday, December 26, or on Tuesday, January 2.
Ryan Bownds, center, stands with Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, left, Director of Client Services Felicia Coleman, and Chief Program Officer Jennifer Deazvedo, right, of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

Ryan Bownds, center, stands with Chief Executive Officer Kerrie Stannell, left, Director of Client Services Felicia Coleman, and Chief Program Officer Jennifer Deazvedo, right, of the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office.

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Williamson County prosecutor honored by Children’s Advocacy Center

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, December 8, 2023
Williamson County District Attorney Ryan Bownds received the Prosecution MVP Award from the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center Multidisciplinary Team on December 6. The award recognizes his outstanding efforts in pursuing justice for child victims of abuse and neglect.
Three trees stand in the County Courthouse 26th District Courtroom for the 11th annual Tree of Angels Ceremony. This year there is a children’s tree for kids to place an ornament of their loved one and for children who have died because of violent crime.

Three trees stand in the County Courthouse 26th District Courtroom for the 11th annual Tree of Angels Ceremony. This year there is a children’s tree for kids to place an ornament of their loved one and for children who have died because of violent crime.

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Tree of Angels

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Williamson County’s 11th annual Tree of Angels ceremony took place Tuesday, December 5, at the county courthouse.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court voted to approve the re-adoption of the county tax abatement policy after a public hearing on December 5 in the County Courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court voted to approve the re-adoption of the county tax abatement policy after a public hearing on December 5 in the County Courthouse. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County reenacts tax abatement guidelines

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
During the December 5 Commissioners Court meeting, commissioners held a public hearing and discussed the re-adoption of county tax abatement guidelines.
CASA of Williamson County office staff poses for a holiday photo. From left to right font is James Arrington and Marissa Austin. In the back row, Bethany Lopez, Natalie De La Torre, Trish Garrett, and Wendy McRae. Photo courtesy of Tina Clary.

CASA of Williamson County office staff poses for a holiday photo. From left to right font is James Arrington and Marissa Austin. In the back row, Bethany Lopez, Natalie De La Torre, Trish Garrett, and Wendy McRae. Photo courtesy of Tina Clary.

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$20,000 awarded to CASA of Williamson County

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County received a $20,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to assist in program growth.   CASA Wilco plans to use these funds to help fund an additional Advocate Supervisor position, according to a news release.

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Operation Christmas Child thanks residents for festive giving

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Charity initiative Operation Christmas Child is celebrating another successful year of gift-giving. Several churches in Williamson County were among nearly 5,000 U.S. drop-off locations collecting shoebox gifts for children overseas during Operation Christmas Child’s National Collection Week.

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County EMS consultants boches billing statement

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, December 4, 2023
Emergency Medical Services Management and Consultants, Inc. recently notified Williamson County EMS of an incident earlier this year affected the privacy and personal information of specifically identified patients.
oy Scout Eagle members Cameron Taylor and Joaquin Diaz from Troop 1096 prepare the Thanksgiving Turkey as they pack meals for local families. Photo courtesy of BJ MacMillan.

oy Scout Eagle members Cameron Taylor and Joaquin Diaz from Troop 1096 prepare the Thanksgiving Turkey as they pack meals for local families. Photo courtesy of BJ MacMillan.

Boy Scouts give back to their community

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Last week Boy Scout Troop 1096 participated in the Brown Santa program and helped prepare Thanksgiving meals.  On Monday, November 27, 40 Cub Scouts from Pack 151 gave toys to Brown Santa.
Schedule lays out the events of the Williamson County Livestock Association Show. Courtesy of Williamson County Livestock Association..

Schedule lays out the events of the Williamson County Livestock Association Show. Courtesy of Williamson County Livestock Association..

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Williamson County Livestock showcases kids’ work

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
The Williamson County Livestock Association will host its 78th annual Livestock Show and auction in the Williamson County Expo Center. Lasting a week, the show will begin on Sunday, December 3 with over 500 exhibitors participating in different shows.
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