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Republican District 31 Candidate Q&As

John Carter (incumbent)  www.johncarterforcongress.com Why did you choose to run for Congress?I’m running for Congress as an extension of a life dedicated to public service. I took my first oath to serve Texas as a District Judge, and I have remained under oath in service to my neighbors ever since.

Amplify Wilco day set for next week

For the third year in a row, I Live Here I Give Here will be hosting Amplify Wilco Day, a 24-hour giving period on March 4 and 5 that will benefit over 90 nonprofits that serve Williamson County. The event coincides with Amplify Austin, which has raised $122.
Leander resident Anna Yelaun stands in front of the Olympic rings holding a Texas flag. Ms. Yelaun volunteered at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as the lead volunteer for speed skating. (Photo courtesy Anna Yelaun)

Leander resident Anna Yelaun stands in front of the Olympic rings holding a Texas flag. Ms. Yelaun volunteered at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics as the lead volunteer for speed skating. (Photo courtesy Anna Yelaun)

Williamson County local leads volunteers at Winter Olympics

While many Williamson County residents were watching the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics from their living rooms, Leander resident and Uzbekistan immigrant Anna Yelaun was busy being the lead volunteer for speed skating teams in Milan.
From left to right: Ryan Bownds, Mandy Backlund and John McMillian received state certifications in criminal justice. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

From left to right: Ryan Bownds, Mandy Backlund and John McMillian received state certifications in criminal justice. Photo courtesy of the Williamson County District Attorney's Office.

Williamson County justice personnel earn state certifications

Members of the Williamson County judiciary and legal staff have gained board certifications from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Located on Austin Avenue near Old Town Park, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom historic home is 2,711 square feet and is listed at $895,000. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Located on Austin Avenue near Old Town Park, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom historic home is 2,711 square feet and is listed at $895,000. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County housing market indicates buyer momentum

The Central Texas real estate market is showing signs of steady prices, ample inventory and renewed buyer momentum, according to a new report from the Austin Board of Realtors.
Bruce Clements, director of emergency management for Wilco, explains the flood resource grant from the Texas Water Development Board during the February 10 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Bruce Clements, director of emergency management for Wilco, explains the flood resource grant from the Texas Water Development Board during the February 10 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Flood funding: Williamson County to add new flood warning systems

The Williamson County Commissioners Court entered into an agreement with the Texas Water Development Board for flood warning systems, with the opportunity to apply for a $1 million grant.

Central Texas blood bank expanding services

We Are Blood — a regional nonprofit blood center that organizes donation drives throughout Central Texas — this month announced the launch of Every Drop Counts, a multi-year plan designed to support and grow patient care to meet the challenges of the region through 2030.
From left: Liviu Reynolds, FLAG; Todd Glanville, City of Georgetown; Daniel Hernandez, City of Georgetown; Lua Saluone, City of Georgetown; Dave Jones, RPS; Kate Wilder, HNTB; Commissioner Russ Boles, Precinct 4; Oscar Salazar-Bueno, HNTB; John Russell, HNTB; Andrew Batten, Joe Bland Construction; Will Byerly, Joe Bland Construction; and Steven Shull, HNTB at the groundbreaking for County Road 110 North. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

From left: Liviu Reynolds, FLAG; Todd Glanville, City of Georgetown; Daniel Hernandez, City of Georgetown; Lua Saluone, City of Georgetown; Dave Jones, RPS; Kate Wilder, HNTB; Commissioner Russ Boles, Precinct 4; Oscar Salazar-Bueno, HNTB; John Russell, HNTB; Andrew Batten, Joe Bland Construction; Will Byerly, Joe Bland Construction; and Steven Shull, HNTB at the groundbreaking for County Road 110 North. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Williamson County increases intercity connection with County Road 110 North

The County Road 110 North project broke ground Thursday, February 5, as part of an initiative to extend the road to Rockride Lane to connect with Patriot Way and Sam Houston Avenue.
Williamson County Republican Party Chair Michelle Evans, front, explains the party’s wishes for precinct-level voting on Election Day, while Democratic Party Chair Kim Collins Gilby, back, looks on during the January 27 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Republican Party Chair Michelle Evans, front, explains the party’s wishes for precinct-level voting on Election Day, while Democratic Party Chair Kim Collins Gilby, back, looks on during the January 27 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Voters should expect precinct-level polling places on election day

Residents who plan on voting during March’s primary election will face different rules depending on if they plan to vote early or on election day. Williamson County’s Republican Party has decided to require precinct-level voting on Election Day, March 3.