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Chayton Hoskins, left, and Joseph Nava perform traditional Native American songs during a gathering to talk about the history of Native Americans in the Georgetown area on Sunday, March 24. Photos by Andy Sharp

Chayton Hoskins, left, and Joseph Nava perform traditional Native American songs during a gathering to talk about the history of Native Americans in the Georgetown area on Sunday, March 24. Photos by Andy Sharp

Native American roots along the San Gabriel River go back more than 10,000 years

The long history of Native Americans in Williamson County came to life March 24 during a walk-and-learn along the San Gabriel River. The tour guide was Georgetown resident and historian Helen Cordes. About 70 history buffs joined the tour in morning and afternoon sessions.

Learn about the history of Georgetown’s native people

A history walk about the native peoples of Georgetown will be offered by local historian Helen Cordes on November 29. The walk will begin at 9 a.m. and attendees will walk the San Gabriel River path, about 1.75 miles with stops at benches.
Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett touts the upcoming park improvements prior to the groundbreaking Tuesday, June 6. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Parks and Recreation Director Kimberly Garrett touts the upcoming park improvements prior to the groundbreaking Tuesday, June 6. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Georgetown kicks off Phase 3 San Gabriel Park renovations

San Gabriel Park — considered the crown jewel among Georgetown’s city parks — is about to get better. City and Parks Department officials kicked off the third phase of San Gabriel Park renovations with a June 6 groundbreaking.
Visitors pose at the entrance of the Two Step Inn Festival April 15.

Visitors pose at the entrance of the Two Step Inn Festival April 15.

City, Georgetown residents talk impacts of Two Step Inn

Georgetown’s San Gabriel Park saw roughly 30,000 visitors each day of the Two Step Inn country music festival, which made its Georgetown debut April 15-16 in the park.