Georgetown

Georgetown-based Republican Charles Schwertner has served Senate District 5 since 2013.

Georgetown-based Republican Charles Schwertner has served Senate District 5 since 2013.

Senator Charles Schwertner arrested on DWI charge in Austin

State Senator Charles Schwertner, 52, was arrested in Austin early Tuesday morning, February 7, on an alleged driving while intoxicated charge. He was booked into Travis County Jail at 2:12 a.m., according to Travis County Sheriff's Office records.
Patriot’s Pen winner Adrik Stepanov reads his winning essay to VFW Post 8587 members at the group’s monthly meeting. Adrik is 11 and attends Meridian World School as a sixth grader. His parents are Rachel and Yegivny (Will) Stepanov.

Patriot’s Pen winner Adrik Stepanov reads his winning essay to VFW Post 8587 members at the group’s monthly meeting. Adrik is 11 and attends Meridian World School as a sixth grader. His parents are Rachel and Yegivny (Will) Stepanov.

Photos: Georgetown VFW Post 8587 honors winners

Georgetown's VFW Post 8587 honored special guests at a meeting in January, recognizing winners of the group's Teacher of the Year award, the Voice of Democracy Competition and the Patriot’s Pen winner. 
The annual Chamber banquet is held in the Georgetown Community Center, a location of many past celebrations for the group.

The annual Chamber banquet is held in the Georgetown Community Center, a location of many past celebrations for the group.

Businesses, volunteers shine at Georgetown Chamber of Commerce gala

The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce celebrated its yearly lineup of award winners at the Georgetown Community Center January 26.  This past year marked the chamber’s 75th anniversary, said. Shontel Mays, chamber president and CEO.

Average cost of gas rises within Wilco, state to start February

Gas prices are rising throughout the state. According to the American Automobile Association, the average per gallon price for regular unleaded gas in Texas hit $3.13 on February 1. That’s roughly 29 cents more than the average recorded in January and 10 cents more than recorded on February 1, 2021.
Group members install a toilet at a house that needed repairs. This is one of many tasks Georgetown Helpers is capable of completing. (Courtesy  Georgetown Helpers)

Group members install a toilet at a house that needed repairs. This is one of many tasks Georgetown Helpers is capable of completing. (Courtesy Georgetown Helpers)

Georgetown nonprofit wants to lend a helping hand

Volunteers with nonprofit group Georgetown Helpers set out with one goal in mind — put their skills to use for the good of the community.  The group performs home maintenance tasks and repair services that range from a few hours to two days.
Rev. Dr. William Quickly, President, Georgetown Fellowship of Churches, offers an invocation during the 69th Juneteenth Celebration conducted by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association on Saturday, June 19, 2021.  (Sun Archive)

Rev. Dr. William Quickly, President, Georgetown Fellowship of Churches, offers an invocation during the 69th Juneteenth Celebration conducted by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association on Saturday, June 19, 2021. (Sun Archive)

Black resistance coined as national, local theme for Black History Month

February is Black History Month and the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association is celebrating with a series of events following the month’s national theme of “Black Resistance.
  A Texas-themed mailbox is covered in ice along County Road 409 on Wednesday, February 1. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

A Texas-themed mailbox is covered in ice along County Road 409 on Wednesday, February 1. (Photo by Andy Sharp)

Williamson County resources for after the storm  

While the weekend forecast calls for warmer temperatures, sun and dry weather, the county is still recovering from this week’s winter storm.  Reporting damages  Williamson County is under a disaster declaration as a result of the winter storm.

Public Notice — February 5, 2023

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO INTRODUCE A BILL NOTICE is hereby given of the intention to apply to the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas, Regular Session to be held in 2023, for the introduction of a bill, the substance of the contemplated law being as follows: An Act relating to the authority of...