Williamson County

The Williamson County Commissioners voted to approve the Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement with Soulbrian during the October 8 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

The Williamson County Commissioners voted to approve the Chapter 312 tax abatement agreement with Soulbrian during the October 8 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County gives $2 million tax abatement

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Another South Korean company will come to Williamson County, following the path set by Samsung. Soulbrain —  a South Korean-based corporation that provides chemical production use in the semiconductor process — is the latest company to strike a tax abatement deal with Williamson County.
Cyclists participating in the 70-mile ride begin their trek at Murphy Park for the annual Mamma Jamma Ride on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Cyclists participating in the 70-mile ride begin their trek at Murphy Park for the annual Mamma Jamma Ride on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Mamma Jamma Ride supports Lone Star Circle of Care

Andy Sharp
Friday, September 27, 2024
Coordinated by Lone Star Circle of Care, the Mamma Jamma Ride raises funds for Lone Star's Big Pink Bus, their mobile mammography unit.  The ride honors those who are battling breast cancer, or those who lost their lives to the disease.
teve Chapman relaxes in front of his 1954 Plymouth Belvedere during the car and motorcycle show held at the the College Street VFW Post 8587 on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This is the post's inaugural car show. Photo by Andy Sharp.

teve Chapman relaxes in front of his 1954 Plymouth Belvedere during the car and motorcycle show held at the the College Street VFW Post 8587 on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This is the post's inaugural car show. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Georgetown VFW car show

Andy Sharp
Friday, September 27, 2024
VFW Post 8587 held its inaugural car and motorcycle show on College Street Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Peggy Morse, left, and her husband Frederick Morse, left, were awarded the Pillar of the Community Award at the 2024 Florence Chamber of Commerce Gala on Saturday, September 21.

Peggy Morse, left, and her husband Frederick Morse, left, were awarded the Pillar of the Community Award at the 2024 Florence Chamber of Commerce Gala on Saturday, September 21.

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Florence Chamber Gala honors community, businesses

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Photos by Nalani NuylanLongtime residents Frederick and Peggy Morse have been honored with the Florence Chamber of Commerce’s Pillar of the Community Award at the Chamber's annual gala.Held in Reunion Ranch on Saturday, September 21, this event is the chamber's primary fundraiser and offers food...
Firefighter Stephen Barnes gives a tour of one of the firetrucks at the ESD 10 station in Coupland. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Firefighter Stephen Barnes gives a tour of one of the firetrucks at the ESD 10 station in Coupland. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County ESD shifts from volunteer to paid firefighters

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, September 23, 2024
With industry and development, comes an increase in population. In rural communities, the demand to keep citizens and property safe also spikes to the point where adjustments need to be made.
Large numbers of egrets gather around the rookery at Murphy Park on Thursday evening, September 5, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Large numbers of egrets gather around the rookery at Murphy Park on Thursday evening, September 5, 2024. Photo by Andy Sharp.

Photos: Flock prepares to leave as summer ends

Andy Sharp
Friday, September 20, 2024
As summer nears its conclusion, the egrets making their home at the rookery in Taylor’s Murphy Park will soon move on. These migratory birds arrive here each spring to add to their families, usually leaving by late-September, or early-October.
Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason debriefs the March Liberty Hill shooting and the investigation leading to the arrest of Clinton Wayne Harmon, 38, of Bastrop on September 18. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason debriefs the March Liberty Hill shooting and the investigation leading to the arrest of Clinton Wayne Harmon, 38, of Bastrop on September 18. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Liberty Hill attempted murder leads to three arrests

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Three individuals were arrested in connection to an attempted murder in Liberty Hill earlier this year, and Williamson County officials provided an update about the case Wednesday, September 18.On March 8, at approximately 2:30 a.m., Williamson County received a 911 call from a teenager, who...
County Commissioner Valerie Covey, center, explains her reason for adding personnel to handle Child Protective Services cases in Williamson County during the September 17 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

County Commissioner Valerie Covey, center, explains her reason for adding personnel to handle Child Protective Services cases in Williamson County during the September 17 meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County adds personnel to CPS caseworkers

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
"We realized what an abysmal situation it is.” – Valerie Covey, County Commissioner Precinct 3 Williamson County will add a legal assistant and two care coordinators to help with Child Protection Service cases.The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the positions during the September 17...
Commissioner Valerie Covey discusses future purposes of the 28-acre property the county purchased during this year’s budget process. The property costs $18 million. Photos by Nalani Nuylan.

Commissioner Valerie Covey discusses future purposes of the 28-acre property the county purchased during this year’s budget process. The property costs $18 million. Photos by Nalani Nuylan.

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Williamson County previews plans for $18 M property

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, September 16, 2024
On Friday, Williamson County elected officials and department heads gathered at Staccato Ranch in Florence to review the county’s strategic plan while receiving leadership training.
From left to right, Chairman of the Central Texas Community Foundation Luke Cochran, Texas Baptist Children's Home President Debbie Rippstein, Ron Martin of Emerson Technologies, volunteer of the year Hollis Bone and Executive Director of CTXCF Amy Merida take a photo at the 2024 CTXCF Legacy Luncheon in Kalahari Resort and Conventions on September 4. Photo courtesy of Central Texas Community Foundation.

From left to right, Chairman of the Central Texas Community Foundation Luke Cochran, Texas Baptist Children's Home President Debbie Rippstein, Ron Martin of Emerson Technologies, volunteer of the year Hollis Bone and Executive Director of CTXCF Amy Merida take a photo at the 2024 CTXCF Legacy Luncheon in Kalahari Resort and Conventions on September 4. Photo courtesy of Central Texas Community Foundation.

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Williamson County foundation honors nonprofits, volunteers at awards lunch

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, September 9, 2024
The Texas Baptist Children's Home received the 2024 Impact Award September 4 during the Central Texas Community Foundation’s sixth annual Legacy Luncheon. Formerly the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, Central Texas Community Foundation’s mission is to spark philanthropic giving.
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