Williamson County

Unemployment rates rise in Williamson County, Central Texas

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
The Texas Workforce Commission released updated unemployment numbers for Central Texas counties for May 2023.  In April, unemployment in Williamson County was 3.2 percent. In May, unemployment in the area increased to 3.5 percent.  The average unemployment rate for the Central Texas region is 3.
Williamson County Commissioner Cynthia Long, center teal, and The YMCA of Central Texas at Twin Lakes Park cut the ribbon to open a new pedestrian bridge. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Williamson County Commissioner Cynthia Long, center teal, and The YMCA of Central Texas at Twin Lakes Park cut the ribbon to open a new pedestrian bridge. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Wilco and YMCA opens bridge at Twin Lakes Park

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 26, 2023
Williamson County and the YMCA of Central Texas hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the Twin Lake Park Pedestrian Bridge in Cedar Park June 20. The Twin Lakes YMCA is located at 204 East Little Elm Trail.    The 300-foot bridge connects the 50-acre YMCA property to the 6.
The River Ranch Interactive Center will offer a space where families can learn about nature and the park’s history. Photo courtesy Williamson County

The River Ranch Interactive Center will offer a space where families can learn about nature and the park’s history. Photo courtesy Williamson County

Commissioners approve park fees for Liberty Hill's River Ranch Park

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Williamson County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, June 13, revised county park fees for the River Ranch County Park, 2100 County Road 279, Liberty Hill. According to updated fees on the Williamson County Park and Recreation website, campers can rent a tent on the campsite for $10-$30.
Ace Ashford of Lott, Texas, gets ready to compete in tie-down roping at the 78th Annual Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 24, 2022. Photo by Andy Sharp

Ace Ashford of Lott, Texas, gets ready to compete in tie-down roping at the 78th Annual Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 24, 2022. Photo by Andy Sharp

Saddle up to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo this weekend

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting their annual rodeo Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24, at the group’s arena in Jarrell, 1600 County Road 305.  Each day, gates open at 6 p.m. and rodeo events begin at 8 p.m.
Doug Phariss, who passed in 2022 after battling Alzheimer’s, holds his granddaughter Brynlee.

Doug Phariss, who passed in 2022 after battling Alzheimer’s, holds his granddaughter Brynlee.

Hutto father raises funds for Alzheimer's research in honor of his own dad

Nalani Nuylan
Saturday, June 17, 2023
In an effort to honor his late father and support Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Hutto resident Brandon Phariss is planning a “Longest Day” fundraiser hosted on Twitch June 19 that will encourage folk to both get active and to donate towards Alzheimer’s research. Mr.
Standing, from left, are Rhonda Redden, justice of the peace Precinct 4; Robert Garcia, Taylor City Council; Brian LaBorde Taylor City Manager; Taylor Mayor Pro-Tem Gerald Anderson; Taylor Mayor Brandt Rydell; Wilco Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles; Congressman Pete Session; Representative Caroline Harris; Dana Harris and Matt Menotti, with Samsung; and Levi Pickett and Andy Wynes, with Capital Excavation. Photo courtesy Williamson County

Standing, from left, are Rhonda Redden, justice of the peace Precinct 4; Robert Garcia, Taylor City Council; Brian LaBorde Taylor City Manager; Taylor Mayor Pro-Tem Gerald Anderson; Taylor Mayor Brandt Rydell; Wilco Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles; Congressman Pete Session; Representative Caroline Harris; Dana Harris and Matt Menotti, with Samsung; and Levi Pickett and Andy Wynes, with Capital Excavation. Photo courtesy Williamson County

Segment 2 of Samsung Highway underway near Taylor

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 12, 2023
Construction on Samsung Highway Segment 2 broke ground June 2 in Taylor. On site, Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles was joined by U.S.
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