Georgetown

Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Newly-appointed County Judge Steven Snell introduces himself during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast Links meeting, April 24. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County provides update on new jail, road projects

Precinct 3 Commissioner Valerie Covey introduced new County Judge Steven Snell during the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Links on April 24. Ms. Covey also outlined ongoing initiatives by her office. Judge Snell was sworn in as the new county judge on April 21.
The roadways through the development are currently conceptual as they will have to meet road spacing standards set by the city’s Unified Development Code.

The roadways through the development are currently conceptual as they will have to meet road spacing standards set by the city’s Unified Development Code.

Disannexed property changes course

A property that left Georgetown’s extraterritorial jurisdiction is now requesting to come back into the ETJ, with eventual annexation into the city as the ultimate goal. The ETJ is a designated buffer area just outside the city limits, according to the city.
Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Linda Scarborough, co-owner and publisher of "The Williamson County Sun", passionately explained the history of the revitalization of the "Sun’s" office building at the Grace Heritage Center, April 22. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Through the archives

Lights spilt out from the windows of Grace Heritage Center on a not-so-typical Tuesday night. A packed crowd murmurs in small-talk conversation while munching on self-assembled charcuterie in the historic church, eagerly waiting for the evening’s presentation.
The adult section on the second floor of the library, pictured here, would be reconfigured as part of the proposed long-range library master plan. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

The adult section on the second floor of the library, pictured here, would be reconfigured as part of the proposed long-range library master plan. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown City Council comes to decision on library future plans

With demand for services and space on the rise, Georgetown City Council indicated it will prioritize renovating and expanding the Georgetown Public Library downtown before exploring options for potential micro-branches around the city.
Joe Orsak, center, answers an audience question during the city council candidate forum on April 16. Mr. Orsak and Ben Butler, left, are running for District 3 and Ron Garland, right, is the incumbent for District 4. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Joe Orsak, center, answers an audience question during the city council candidate forum on April 16. Mr. Orsak and Ben Butler, left, are running for District 3 and Ron Garland, right, is the incumbent for District 4. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Georgetown candidates take questions at forum

Three Georgetown City Council candidates running in contested District 3 and 4 races spoke to Sun City residents about their thoughts on current city issues during a candidate forum Wednesday, April 16. Early voting began Tuesday, April 22, and runs until April 29. Election day is May 3.
Steven Snell gives a speech about his priorities as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon, April 21.

Steven Snell gives a speech about his priorities as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon, April 21.

Williamson County Judge Steven Snell sworn in

Steven Snell was sworn in as the new Williamson County judge Monday afternoon at the historic county courthouse.“Faith, family and the future.
2-year-old (two-and-a-half) Stetson Mathson gathers Easter Eggs during the annual Easter Egg Hunt conducted by Georgetown Church of the Nazarene  on Saturday, April 19, 2025.  5,000 Easter Eggs found new homes in just a few minutes' time.

2-year-old (two-and-a-half) Stetson Mathson gathers Easter Eggs during the annual Easter Egg Hunt conducted by Georgetown Church of the Nazarene on Saturday, April 19, 2025. 5,000 Easter Eggs found new homes in just a few minutes' time.

Have an egg-cellent Easter

Georgetown Church of the Nazarene  Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 19, saw 5,000 eggs and claimed by happy families. Photos by Andy Sharp
Georgetown Firefighter Kurt Lentz was killed in a traffic crash while off-duty Friday, April 11. He was 33 years old. (Photo Courtesy Georgetown Fire Department)

Georgetown Firefighter Kurt Lentz was killed in a traffic crash while off-duty Friday, April 11. He was 33 years old. (Photo Courtesy Georgetown Fire Department)

Off-duty Georgetown firefighter dies in motorcycle crash

An off-duty Georgetown firefighter was involved in a fatal crash while driving Friday morning, April 11, on Highway 29 west of Wolf Ranch Parkway. The firefighter, Kurt Lentz, was taken by ambulance to Ascension Seton Williamson Hospital, where he died shortly before 10 a.m.
This map shows the general location of the Municipal Utility Districts presented to city council during their special workshop on April 1. Many of the details surrounding the subdivisions are being ironed out. (Map by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

This map shows the general location of the Municipal Utility Districts presented to city council during their special workshop on April 1. Many of the details surrounding the subdivisions are being ironed out. (Map by Kaitlyn Wilkes)

Proposed projects highlight new growth, reveal wastewater capacity issues

Multiple Municipal Utility Districts are coming to Georgetown, with plans including more housing and potential commercial uses.
An Italian beef sandwich entree with a side of wicked slaw.

An Italian beef sandwich entree with a side of wicked slaw.

Italian beef sandwiches find Georgetown home

Bill Nychay has capitalized on Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches at WiseGuys, A Chicago Eatery in Round Rock. From the team behind the eatery comes the following announcement.“Welcome to our newest creation, The Red Door Kitchen. Everything you love about Wiseguys and more.