Williamson County

Dr. Satish Chundru, in red, breaks ground with the Williamson County Justices of the Peaces KT Musselman of Precinct 1, center left, and Rhonda Redden of Precinct 4, center right. They are joined by the newly-hired death investigators. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Dr. Satish Chundru, in red, breaks ground with the Williamson County Justices of the Peaces KT Musselman of Precinct 1, center left, and Rhonda Redden of Precinct 4, center right. They are joined by the newly-hired death investigators. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Georgetown, Williamson County gains new coroner facility starting September

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 10, 2025
Autopsy provider Hill County Forensics broke ground on a new facility in North Georgetown near Berry Springs Park, February 6.Originally located on Rockride Lane in Georgetown, the company will open an expanded facility at 136 Market Street.
County Commissioners Terry Cook, Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey vetoed the proposed $140,000 salary during the February 4 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Commissioners Terry Cook, Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey vetoed the proposed $140,000 salary during the February 4 Commissioners Court meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Commissioners divided on court admin salary

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 10, 2025
Williamson County Commissioners were at odds Tuesday, February 4, when deciding on a salary level for a new Director of District Court Administration position within the All-District Courts department.

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Get ready for Amplify Wilco

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Amplify Wilco Day will generate funds for dozens of Williamson County nonprofit organizations this year March 5-6. Coordinated by I Live Here I Give Here, the fundraising campaign will benefit more than 70 Williamson County-serving nonprofits.
Women Helping Others was recognized for their community service during the January 28 Commissioners Court meeting. Joining WHO is the County Commissioners and nonprofits Ride On Center for Kids, the Caring Place, Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties and The Locker. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Women Helping Others was recognized for their community service during the January 28 Commissioners Court meeting. Joining WHO is the County Commissioners and nonprofits Ride On Center for Kids, the Caring Place, Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties and The Locker. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County celebrates, partners with orgs to better community

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 3, 2025
Williamson County Commissioners recognized several organizations for their positive impact on the community January 28.  Women Helping OthersCounty Commissioners proclaimed January 28 as WHO Ladies of Sun City Day.
From left to right, Congressman John Carter, County Commissioner Russ Boles, County Commissioner Terry Cook, County Judge Bill Gravell, Juvenile Services Executive Director Scott Matthew, County Commissioner Cynthia Long and County Commissioner Valerie Covey break ground on the Juvenile Justice Center in Georgetown, Friday.

From left to right, Congressman John Carter, County Commissioner Russ Boles, County Commissioner Terry Cook, County Judge Bill Gravell, Juvenile Services Executive Director Scott Matthew, County Commissioner Cynthia Long and County Commissioner Valerie Covey break ground on the Juvenile Justice Center in Georgetown, Friday.

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Hope, empowerment, prevention: Williamson County grows Juvenile Justice Center 

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 3, 2025
Story and Photos by Nalani NuylanWith the county's explosive growth comes the need to expand public services. That includes the future for the Williamson County youth.    Williamson County broke ground on its $90 million Juvenile Justice Center expansion project on Friday, January 31.
Mike Lugo, center, was sworn in as Williamson County’s new Fire Marshal, January 28. Commemorations of him are Bill Zito, director of Emergency Services (far left), County Commissioner Terry Cook, Mr. Lugo’s family, County Commissioner Valerie Covey and County Commissioner Russ Boles, far left. Photo by courtesy of Williamson County.

Mike Lugo, center, was sworn in as Williamson County’s new Fire Marshal, January 28. Commemorations of him are Bill Zito, director of Emergency Services (far left), County Commissioner Terry Cook, Mr. Lugo’s family, County Commissioner Valerie Covey and County Commissioner Russ Boles, far left. Photo by courtesy of Williamson County.

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Williamson County gains new fire marshal

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
 Mike Lugo is named Williamson County’s new Fire Marshal. He was sworn in on Tuesday, January 28, during the regular session of commissioners court. Commissioners approved Lugo’s appointment to a two-year term.
Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan, front, gives a speech about Kenney Fort Boulevard with Public Works Director Michael Thane, left, and County Commissioner Russ Boles behind. Photo courtesy of the City of Round Rock.

Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan, front, gives a speech about Kenney Fort Boulevard with Public Works Director Michael Thane, left, and County Commissioner Russ Boles behind. Photo courtesy of the City of Round Rock.

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Round Rock, Williamson County commemorate road completion

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, January 27, 2025
The City of Round Rock and Williamson County held a ribbon cutting to mark the official completion of the latest extension of Kenney Fort Boulevard, Thursday morning.
Snow from the recent winter storm covers a Leander neighborhood on the morning of January 21. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Snow from the recent winter storm covers a Leander neighborhood on the morning of January 21. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Easy bounce back after Winter storm

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, January 27, 2025
Despite last week’s frigid temperatures and snow, impacts across Williamson County were minimal compared to the winter weather of recent years.
Map identifies the counties that have Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories. Williamson County is under a Winter Storm Warning. Illustration courtesy of the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.

Map identifies the counties that have Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories. Williamson County is under a Winter Storm Warning. Illustration courtesy of the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio.

Williamson County establishes Emergency Operations Center ahead of winter storm

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, January 20, 2025
The Williamson County Office of Emergency Management will open an Emergency Operations Center tonight in response to the Cold Weather Advisory and Winter Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service.
Commissioners Terry Cook, left, and Russ Boles, right, with County Judge Bill Gravell, center, vote in favor of adding another district court to Williamson County during the January 14 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Commissioners Terry Cook, left, and Russ Boles, right, with County Judge Bill Gravell, center, vote in favor of adding another district court to Williamson County during the January 14 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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County sets new district court as legislative priority

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Williamson County is set to gain another District Court by the end of the 2025 legislative session to accommodate the county’s population and case growth.
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