Williamson County
Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.
30 years of service: Williamson County honors retirement of first African-American bailiff
Nalani Nuylan
Story and Photos by Nalani NuylanThe 26th District Court in Williamson County was decorated for a special occasion. Balloons and snacks lined the room, and laughter permeated the air.
Thursday, March 19, 2026
From left, Georgetown City Manager David Morgan, Precinct 3 County Commissioner Valerie Covey and County Judge Steve Snell cut the ribbon connecting Southwestern Boulevard to SE Inner Loop. (Photo by Kaitlyn Wilkes)
Georgetown, Williamson County finishes work on new Southwestern Boulevard section
Kaitlyn Wilkes
A new half-mile segment of Southwestern Boulevard, from Raintree Drive to SE Inner Loop, was opened to traffic after a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 18. The project added two lanes with a center turn lane, right turn lanes at intersections and underground stormwater drainage pipes and curbs.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Kim Collins Gilby, Williamson County’s Democratic Party Chair, speaks during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting after the Primary Elections on March 3. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Election woes continue
Nalani Nuylan
Eight Williamson County residents took to the podium during the March 10 Commissioners Court meeting to voice their frustration about how Election Day was handled during this month’s primary election.
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Breaking ground for the Legacy Ranch Drive project, from left, are Mark Koller, Legacy Ranch High School principal; John Gardner, Liberty Hill ISD Police Department; Dustin Akin, Liberty Hill ISD executive director of operations; Alex Salazar, Liberty Hill ISD deputy superintendent; Commissioner Cynthia Long, Precinct 2; County Judge Steve Snell; Kyle Klussmann, Joe Bland Construction; Chase Myers, American Structurepoint; and Steven Shull, HNTB. (Photo courtesy Williamson County)
Williamson County starts Liberty Hill road project
Kaitlyn Wilkes
On Friday, March 6, Williamson County broke ground on the Legacy Ranch Drive project – formerly known as the County Road 258 project – in Liberty Hill. This project will expand 0.6 miles of roadway from Seward Junction North Loop to the CR 258 extension, which is east of U.S. 183 in Liberty Hill.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Campaign signs line the sidewalk leading to Georgetown City Hall.
Long lines, confusion caused by Williamson County’s precinct-level voting on Election Day
News Staff
Williamson County’s Elections Office called in mid-day re-enforcement on Election Day Tuesday, as equipment for additional voting booths were brought to the Westinghouse voting site at Northstar Georgetown to accommodate voters who had been waiting for close to three hours to cast their ballots.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Republican 512 District Court Judge Candidate Q&As
Nalani Nuylan
Ryan Bowndshttps://ryanbownds.com/meet-ryan Why did you choose to run for district judge?I’ve had a career in legal public service. I’ve always felt a calling to use the talent and gifts that God has given me to serve the people around me.
Monday, March 2, 2026
Republican State Senator District 3 Candidate Q&As
Nalani Nuylan
Dr. Charles Schwertner (incumbent)www.drschwertner.com Why did you choose to run for state senator? I chose to run for re-election to continue defending the conservative values that make Texas strong: freedom, opportunity, faith, family, and limited government.
Monday, March 2, 2026
Democrat State Senate District 5 Candidate Q&As
Nalani Nuylan
Paul Thomassonhttps://thomassonforsenate.comWhy did you choose to run for state senator? I am a Democratic Activist In Brazos County and am a zealous progressive. Others came to me (repeatedly) and asked me to run for this very challenging seat.
Monday, March 2, 2026
Republican State Representative District 52 Candidate Q&As
Nalani Nuylan
Caroline Harris Davila (incumbent) https://carolinefortexas.comWhy did you choose to run for the House?As a lifelong conservative Republican and your current state representative, I believe in limited government, free enterprise, and rugged individualism.
Monday, March 2, 2026
Democrat District 31 Candidate Q&As
Nalani Nuylan
Justin Earlywww.votejustinearly.com Why did you choose to run for Congress? I’m running because the problems we face in District 31 are not just Texas problems; they’re American problems.
Monday, March 2, 2026