Georgetown

15 Fastest-Growning Large U.S Cities from July 2021-July 2022.  Courtesy the U.S. Census Bureau

15 Fastest-Growning Large U.S Cities from July 2021-July 2022. Courtesy the U.S. Census Bureau

Census again names Georgetown fastest growing city in the country

Georgetown has been named the fastest growing city in the country for the second year in a row. The city came out on top of the U.S. Census Bureau’s list of fastest growing communities with populations of more than 50,000.
 Liz Carbrey Weaver, in her role as Margaret Corinna Henderson Taylor (the wife of Emzy Taylor) is shown  at 7th Street and Austin Avenue on Saturday, May 20, 2023  as she visits with Jeff Stump and his 6-month-old son Azure.

Liz Carbrey Weaver, in her role as Margaret Corinna Henderson Taylor (the wife of Emzy Taylor) is shown at 7th Street and Austin Avenue on Saturday, May 20, 2023 as she visits with Jeff Stump and his 6-month-old son Azure.

Photos: Marking History on Georgetown's Square

Marking History was presented by The Williamson Museum and Preservation Georgetown.  Docents dressed in period costumes gave visitors history about their years in Georgetown.
6-year-old Tyler Brandon, a student at McCoy Elementary School, blows his blue horn while taking part in the opening parade.

6-year-old Tyler Brandon, a student at McCoy Elementary School, blows his blue horn while taking part in the opening parade.

Photos: A Special Day in Georgetown ISD

Georgetown ISD hosted its annual Special Olympics event Wednesday, May 17, at Birkelbach Field. Students from across the school district participated and the day of activities.  Photos by Andy Sharp
Southwestern University senior Ashton Frey stands next to one of three “Red Poppy Stoppy signs” installed on campus. The signs are the result of Mr. Frey’s efforts through the Houston Art & Paint Initiative, a nonprofit he started. Photo by Brigid Cooley

Southwestern University senior Ashton Frey stands next to one of three “Red Poppy Stoppy signs” installed on campus. The signs are the result of Mr. Frey’s efforts through the Houston Art & Paint Initiative, a nonprofit he started. Photo by Brigid Cooley

Southwestern’s new ‘Stoppy Signs’ spread joy on campus

Three stop signs on the Southwestern University campus were given a locally-inspired makeover thanks to the efforts of graduating senior Ashton Frey.