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Two Justice Complex listening sessions upcoming

Williamson County will host two come-and-go community feedback sessions for its Justice Complex project this coming week.  Both meetings will be held at the Williamson County EMS North Campus, 3189 SE Inner Loop in Georgetown. Meetings will be held: Saturday, August 22, from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Ed Denison of Hockley, Texas, who will be 80 in October introduces his horse called Hombre to his grandson, 8-year-old Levi Bentley and family friend McKenna Degarmo, 17, (sitting on Hombre) during the Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association’s Rodeo held Sunday, August 16, 2026  at the Williamson County Expo Center. Denison has been competing in rodeos for decades.  Texas Senior Rodeo Association competitors must be at least 40-years-old to compete.  Many are in their 70s and 80s. Photo by Andy Sharp

Ed Denison of Hockley, Texas, who will be 80 in October introduces his horse called Hombre to his grandson, 8-year-old Levi Bentley and family friend McKenna Degarmo, 17, (sitting on Hombre) during the Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association’s Rodeo held Sunday, August 16, 2026 at the Williamson County Expo Center. Denison has been competing in rodeos for decades. Texas Senior Rodeo Association competitors must be at least 40-years-old to compete. Many are in their 70s and 80s. Photo by Andy Sharp

Senior rodeo passes down traditions

The Texas Senior Pro Rodeo Association’s Rodeo was held last weekend, August 15 and 16, at the Williamson County Expo Center. Texas Senior Rodeo Association competitors must be at least 40-years-old to compete.  Many are in their 70s and 80s. Photo by Andy Sharp

Good Neighbors GTX hosts back-to-school shoe fundraiser

With back to school around the corner, kids need new clothes, supplies, backpacks and what is often overlooked — shoes. For the second year in a row, nonprofit Good Neighbors GTX is raising money to provide students $50 gift cards to Rack Room Shoes.
The Old Town July 4 parade travels trough the neighborhood as residents walk to San José Park in Georgetown in 2023. (Sun Archive)

The Old Town July 4 parade travels trough the neighborhood as residents walk to San José Park in Georgetown in 2023. (Sun Archive)

July 4 festivals, activities abound across Wilco

This week, the United States of America celebrates 250 years of independence, and groups across Williamson County are hosting patriotic activities, fireworks and more.
Zane Guerra of Jourdanton, Texas prepares to take part in Team Roping  during the Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 27, 2025. (Sun Archive)

Zane Guerra of Jourdanton, Texas prepares to take part in Team Roping during the Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 27, 2025. (Sun Archive)

Annual Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo this weekend

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse will celebrate its 82nd annual rodeo this weekend on June 26 and 27 in Jarrell. It takes place at the WCSP Arena, 1600 County Road 305.

Beautify Georgetown with a riverbank cleanup

A riverbank cleanup at Rivery Park will take place Tuesday, March 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. During the event — which is organized by the City of Georgetown — trash bags, gloves, light snacks and drinks will be provided. Participants should wear long pants, hats, sunglasses and closed-toe shoes.
Doreen Ransaw, left, a  quilter from Harker Heights, paused from looking at quilts on display to join Sharon Frazier, right, as they worked on a quilt in progress  on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the annual Georgetown Quilt Show, presented by Handcrafts Unlimited.

Doreen Ransaw, left, a quilter from Harker Heights, paused from looking at quilts on display to join Sharon Frazier, right, as they worked on a quilt in progress on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the annual Georgetown Quilt Show, presented by Handcrafts Unlimited.

Roundabout: Events happening until the end of March 2026

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Breck Madson had a good spot to watch the parade on Austin Avenue during the annual Christmas Stroll on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Temperatures remained in the 40s, with occasional rain. (Sun Archive)

Breck Madson had a good spot to watch the parade on Austin Avenue during the annual Christmas Stroll on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Temperatures remained in the 40s, with occasional rain. (Sun Archive)

Have a sweet time at the Christmas Stroll

This weekend, downtown Georgetown will turn into a winter wonderland with the 44th annual Christmas Stroll. This year’s stroll — which takes place Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7 — is Candyland themed.

ROCK announces keynote speaker for Cowgirl Brunch

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.