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Nathaniel Fomby, center, playing Jesus, is pictured with Theron Howard, left, as Peter, and ensemble cast member Jake Jordan, right.

Nathaniel Fomby, center, playing Jesus, is pictured with Theron Howard, left, as Peter, and ensemble cast member Jake Jordan, right.

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Play Time: The Palace Theatre is back, with Jesus Christ Superstar

Andy Sharp and Linda Dwyer
Friday, May 29, 2026
On Friday, May 29, the Palace Theatre opened their first Springer Stage production since major flood damage in January. Attendees entered the building with awe and excitement over the changes before settling into their seats for an outstanding night of theatre.
The skies fill with vibrant color a few minutes past sunset in this view from County Road 420 in Thrall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

The skies fill with vibrant color a few minutes past sunset in this view from County Road 420 in Thrall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Vibrant colors

Andy Sharp
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The skies fill with vibrant color a few minutes past sunset  in this view from County Road 420 in Thrall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Photos by Andy Sharp
Navy Veteran Sylvester Shelton, 97, who retired as a Captain, salutes during the playing of the National Anthem during the Memorial Day ceremony held in Sun City on Monday, May 25, 2026. The chance of rain moved this year’s ceremony inside the Sun City Social Center ballroom, filled to capacity with several hundred attendees. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Navy Veteran Sylvester Shelton, 97, who retired as a Captain, salutes during the playing of the National Anthem during the Memorial Day ceremony held in Sun City on Monday, May 25, 2026. The chance of rain moved this year’s ceremony inside the Sun City Social Center ballroom, filled to capacity with several hundred attendees. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Memorial Day service features patriotic performances, honors local servicemen

Photos By Andy Sharp
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
By MEDHA SARIN: Sun City’s Memorial Day ceremony took place Monday in the Sun City Ballroom, right next to the Veterans Memorial Plaza.
Richarte High School graduating seniors make their way from the Georgetown High Gymnasium into the Rodney and Mary Klett Performing Art Center during the Class of 2026 Commencement on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

Richarte High School graduating seniors make their way from the Georgetown High Gymnasium into the Rodney and Mary Klett Performing Art Center during the Class of 2026 Commencement on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

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Richarte grads honored

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 22, 2026
The Richarte High School Class of 2026 Commencement was held at the Rodney and Mary Klett Performing Art Center on Thursday, May 21, 2026.  This year Richarte had 128 graduates, with 108 of them scheduled to walk the stage for their degrees.     Photos by Andy Sharp.
7-year-old Kai Hearns has fun at the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s this week, families are finding heat relief at area parks and splash pads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

7-year-old Kai Hearns has fun at the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s this week, families are finding heat relief at area parks and splash pads. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Splashing into Summer

Andy Sharp
Monday, May 18, 2026
Children enjoyed the San Jose Park splash pad on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. With temperatures climbing into the 90s, families found heat relief at area parks and splash pads.Georgetown’s splash pads opened for the season on April 1. The splash pads are open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Senior Living residents fished for 600 pounds of Channel Catfish during the two-day event which continued on Friday. Residents and staff were treated to a fish fry to celebrate the event. The fish were provided by Larry’s Fish Farm in Giddings. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Senior Living residents fished for 600 pounds of Channel Catfish during the two-day event which continued on Friday. Residents and staff were treated to a fish fry to celebrate the event. The fish were provided by Larry’s Fish Farm in Giddings. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Gone fishing!

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
The 23rd Annual SPJST Senior Living Fishing Tournament took place Thursday, May 7, 2026. Senior Living residents fished for 600 pounds of Channel Catfish during the two-day event, which continued on Friday.  Residents and staff were treated to a fish fry to celebrate the event.
Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Forbes Middle School student J.C. Cornitius, 14, joined by his teacher Carolina Banuelos, right, is welcomed with a spray of bubbles from well-wishers as he and his team arrive for the Georgetown ISD Special Olympics on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The annual event, held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex, continued on Wednesday. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Everyone's a champion at Georgetown ISD's Special Olympic

Andy Sharp
Friday, May 8, 2026
Georgetown ISD's Special Olympics tournament was held May 5-6, 2026. The annual event was held at the Georgetown ISD Athletic Complex.     Photo by Andy Sharp
Members of the Georgetown ISD Ballet Folklorico troupe ride in their float during the Red Poppy Festival parade on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Members of the Georgetown ISD Ballet Folklorico troupe ride in their float during the Red Poppy Festival parade on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp.

2026 Red Poppy Festival in photos

Andy Sharp
Monday, April 27, 2026
The 2026 Red Poppy Festival took place in Downtown Georgetown April 24-24. From the Red Poppy Bike Ride Saturday morning, to the POPP Pup Parade Sunday, here are some pictures from the Square for Saturday and Sunday. To see pictures from Friday night, click here!Photos by Andy Sharp
Egrets gather at the rookery in Murphy Park on a cloudy night, Monday, April 20, 2026. These migratory birds were slow in arriving at their nesting area this year, but their numbers are growing. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Egrets gather at the rookery in Murphy Park on a cloudy night, Monday, April 20, 2026. These migratory birds were slow in arriving at their nesting area this year, but their numbers are growing. Photo by Andy Sharp.

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Springtime at Taylor's Rookery

Andy Sharp
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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