Williamson County

Misty Valenta, director of animal services for Wilco, back, is joined by Laura Donahue, senior director of Best Friends Animal Society, front, to report on the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s success in 2024. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Misty Valenta, director of animal services for Wilco, back, is joined by Laura Donahue, senior director of Best Friends Animal Society, front, to report on the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s success in 2024. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Happy Trails: Animal shelter keeps no-kill status

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter has maintained its no-kill designation from the Best Friends Animal Society.During the August 26 Commissioners Court meeting, the shelter received a plaque recognizing the distinction and provided an update on its programs.
The Georgetown Community Center is filled to the brim for the first annual Wine, Women & Shoes event, benefiting CASA of Wilco, September 28, 2024. Photo courtesy of Rudy Ximenez.

The Georgetown Community Center is filled to the brim for the first annual Wine, Women & Shoes event, benefiting CASA of Wilco, September 28, 2024. Photo courtesy of Rudy Ximenez.

Fabulous Fun-raising: Wilco advocacy nonprofits host fashion-themed charity events in Sept.

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Williamson County is home to many nonprofits that strive to make the community a better place.  Kicking off the fall fundraising season, two child advocacy groups will pair fashion with compassion in September.
Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean, center, explains to participants what cases they are going to observe during the first Judge for a Day program for Precinct 3, August 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean, center, explains to participants what cases they are going to observe during the first Judge for a Day program for Precinct 3, August 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Residents witness inner workings of JP system

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, August 11, 2025
There are many different facets of government. From the state legislature to city council meetings, even the most informed resident can learn something new. That’s why Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean of Precinct 3 began the “Judge for a Day” shadowing program August 5-6.
County Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay presents the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget to the Williamson County Commissioners Court, August 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay presents the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget to the Williamson County Commissioners Court, August 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County budget could go up by 5.6% this year

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Williamson County’s preliminary Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes an estimated $671 million in expenditures.Budget Officer Ashlie Holladay presented the proposed budget to county commissioners during their August 5 meeting.
County Commissioner Valarie Covey gives a speech about the State Highway 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard ramp project in northwest Georgetown, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Commissioner Valarie Covey gives a speech about the State Highway 195 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard ramp project in northwest Georgetown, Monday morning. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County turns up dirt with new road projects

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, August 4, 2025
Despite inconsistent summer weather, Williamson County officials have kick-started a series of road projects for rural communities in Wilco.
Republican Rupal Chaudhari is running as County Commissioner, Precinct 2. Photo courtesy of Rupal Chaudhari for Commissioner.

Republican Rupal Chaudhari is running as County Commissioner, Precinct 2. Photo courtesy of Rupal Chaudhari for Commissioner.

Republican Rupal Chaudhari launches candidacy for County Commissioner

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, August 1, 2025
Republican Rupal Chaudhari has announced her candidacy for Williamson County commissioner in Precinct 2. Republican Cynthia Long, who has served since 2007, currently holds the seat.“Service to others is not something I have ever embarked on lightly,” Ms. Chaudhari said.
Democrat Caitlin Rourk enters the congressional race for Texas 31. Photo courtesy of Kate Roberts.

Democrat Caitlin Rourk enters the congressional race for Texas 31. Photo courtesy of Kate Roberts.

Democrat Caitlin Rourk declares candidacy for Congress

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Democrat Caitlin Rourk, a Round Rock resident working in Global Marketing at Dell Technologies, officially launched her campaign for Texas’s 31st Congressional District, July 29.“I’ve had enough of these out-of-touch politicians,” she said in her campaign launch video. “So I’ve made the choice.
This Congressional redistricting map was proposed by Texas House Republicans on July 30. (Courtesy Texas Tribune)

This Congressional redistricting map was proposed by Texas House Republicans on July 30. (Courtesy Texas Tribune)

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Texas House begins congressional redistricting

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Every 10 years, congressional districts in Texas are redrawn to accommodate for population change based on the U.S. Census results.
The Williamson County Commissioners Court, from left, Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell and Valerie Covey approve a two percent salary increase for elected officials during the July 29 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners Court, from left, Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell and Valerie Covey approve a two percent salary increase for elected officials during the July 29 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Elected Williamson County officials get 2% pay raise in Fiscal Year 26

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Williamson County Commissioners Court approved a 2 percent salary increase for elected officials for the 2026 Fiscal Year budget. The salaries include all elected officials except the District Judges and the District Attorney.
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