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Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Election woes continue

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Eight Williamson County residents took to the podium during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting to voice their frustration about how Election Day was handled during this month’s primary election.
The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

The Caring Place’s Hana Horick and Rita Turner pose in their super capes and with a can of green beans, representing the nonprofit’s food program. The Caring Place also provides rent, mortgage and utility assistance; clothing, housewares and furniture; laundry services; medical and transportation assistance; elder care; and case management help. Learn more at www.caringplacetx.org.

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Animal nonprofits prove popular for Amplify Wilco Day

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Monday, March 9, 2026
In the third year of Amplify Wilco Day from Austin nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here, $1.4 million was raised for the 103 participating nonprofits throughout the county. Williamson County nonprofits made up 14 percent of nonprofit participation this year, according to I Live Here I Give Here.
Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown. For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Stationed in front of the Williamson County Sun’s office were A Gift of Time’s Carolina Umana, Executive Director Becky Folta-May and Mary Odom. The nonprofit gave out candy and had small activities for guests who stopped by to learn about their mission: serving those with mild to moderate dementia and their family members by providing respite opportunities, support and resources in Georgetown. For more information about A Gift of Time, contact Folta-May at 512-489-0160 or becky@agiftoftimegeorgetown.org.

Nonprofits hit Square for Amplify Wilco launch

Nicholas Cicale
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Amplify Wilco — the annual day of giving organized by Central Texas nonprofit I Live Here I Give Here — launched Wednesday evening, with nonprofits lining up along the Square in downtown Georgetown. On March 4 at 6 p.m. until 6 p.m. on March 5, donors could contribute $5 or more at www.amplifyatx.

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Republican 512 District Court Judge Candidate Q&As

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 2, 2026
Ryan Bowndshttps://ryanbownds.com/meet-ryan Why did you choose to run for district judge?I’ve had a career in legal public service. I’ve always felt a calling to use the talent and gifts that God has given me to serve the people around me.

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Republican State Senator District 3 Candidate Q&As

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 2, 2026
Dr. Charles Schwertner (incumbent)www.drschwertner.com Why did you choose to run for state senator? I chose to run for re-election to continue defending the conservative values that make Texas strong: freedom, opportunity, faith, family, and limited government.

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Democrat State Senate District 5 Candidate Q&As

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 2, 2026
Paul Thomassonhttps://thomassonforsenate.comWhy did you choose to run for state senator? I am a Democratic Activist In Brazos County and am a zealous progressive.  Others came to me (repeatedly) and asked me to run for this very challenging seat.

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Republican State Representative District 52 Candidate Q&As

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 2, 2026
Caroline Harris Davila (incumbent) https://carolinefortexas.comWhy did you choose to run for the House?As a lifelong conservative Republican and your current state representative, I believe in limited government, free enterprise, and rugged individualism.

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Democrat District 31 Candidate Q&As

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 2, 2026
Justin Earlywww.votejustinearly.com Why did you choose to run for Congress? I’m running because the problems we face in District 31 are not just Texas problems; they’re American problems.
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