Community Thanksgiving returns November 24

Georgetown’s Community Thanksgiving is coming back the first time since 2019. The dinner will be held on Thanksgiving Day, November 24. The sitdown meal will be free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

‘Forget the Alamo’ this month at Lark & Owl Booksellers

The history of the Battle of the Alamo will be discussed during an upcoming book event at Lark & Owl Booksellers in downtown Georgetown. The event, which begins at 7 p.m.

Fiesta Georgetown

Georgetown Members of Round Rock Ballet Folklorico perform during Fiesta Georgetown on Saturday. The event was held at the Georgetown City Center, adjacent to the Georgetown Public Library. Photos by ANDY SHARP

Georgetown's fireworks ordinance bolstered

After increased emergencies resulted from illicit fireworks use this past July 4, Georgetown is adding a host liability clause to its existing fireworks ordinance. The clause was approved unanimously after first reading at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

North Old Town residents work to preserve neighborhood, collaborate with city

Georgetown resident Shelley Bland’s one-acre residence on East Morrow Street, which is located in the North Old Town neighborhood, is more than just a home: it’s a piece of family history.  “My great great grandpa, John Kimbrough, had a blacksmith shop over on the property next door to mine,” Ms.

Mural in downtown Georgetown sparks controversy

A new mural tucked away in the alleyway between two buildings on Seventh Street in downtown Georgetown has stirred up controversy.