Williamson County EMS marks 50 years of pre-hospital care
Williamson County Emergency Medical Services celebrates five decades of life saving service to residents in 2025. County officials approved a resolution recognizing the milestone at the January 7 Commissioners Court meeting. EMS Director Mike Knipstein called it a milestone reflecting unwavering dedication to innovation and service.
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GISD trustees push district funding agenda for 2025 session
Georgetown ISD trustees reviewed the district’s legislative agenda at a January 7 workshop as they push to overhaul Texas school funding formulas in the 2025 Legislative Session starting January 14. Superintendent Devin Padavil said the district is in contact with local legislators including District 5 Senator Charles Schwertner as they lobby for funding changes.
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Police standoff ends near Texas Crushed Stone
A Round Rock police standoff Tuesday near Texas Crushed Stone ended with a man dying from a self inflicted gunshot, preliminary investigators say. Officers responded to a vehicle crash at 135 southbound and Westinghouse Road after a 911 report, then tracked a suspect from a wooded area using a drone as gunfire erupted for several minutes. The subject, not yet identified, was found dead after the confrontation near Georgetown.
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Georgetown Staff Drafts Four Bills for 89th Texas Legislature
Georgetown works with nonpartisan drafting attorneys to prepare four bills ahead of the January 14 session. The measures target aquifer storage and recovery, drought rules for cities and HOAs, hotel project wastewater plans, and related regulatory issues. Mayor Schroeder urges residents to discuss proposed bills with lawmakers while officials vet drafts for potential negative impacts.
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