April total solar eclipse to sweep Georgetown and Hill Country
Williamson County residents and scientists prepare for an April 8 total solar eclipse spanning 115 miles from Texas Hill Country through Georgetown and across the U.S. The Moon will fully cover the Sun in Georgetown around 1 37 p.m. for about three minutes. This is the last total eclipse in the continental U.S. until 2044.
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Wilco primary results show Republican gains and incumbents
In Wilco County the March 5 primary drew about 18.77 percent turnout with 80,248 participants. Republican Valerie Covey defeated Mitch Slaymaker for County Commissioner Precinct 3. Terry Cook won unopposed in Precinct 1 Democratic race. Kevin Wilkie captured 62 percent in Precinct 3 constable, succeeding Matthew Lindemann who runs for sheriff. Paul Leal unopposed in Precinct 4 Republican constable. Kenneth Guerrero to face him in November. Michelle Evans won Republican County Chair. Kim Collins Gilby kept Democratic Chair.
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Valerie Covey
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Terry Cook
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Mike Gleason
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Paul L. Leal
Kenneth Guerrero
County commissioners push border security resolution
Williamson County Commissioners Court debated a border security resolution at the courthouse meeting. Three of four members supported the measure while Precinct 1 Democrat Terry Cook opposed. Precinct 2 Commissioner Cynthia Long was absent during the session.
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GISD weighs new school day hours for 2024-25
Georgetown ISD trustees reviewed options for adjusting the school day start and end times for 2024-25 due to traffic congestion and longer bus routes from community growth and three new campuses planned for fall 2024. Transportation budgeting and staffing also constrain plans.
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Paxton Sues Hutto ISD Over Electioneering Claim
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Hutto Independent School District alleging illegal electioneering by the district during a state election. The suit seeks enforcement actions and determines whether district actions violated state election laws.
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Catching the moment at San Gabriel Park on the river
Landon Denbow and his daughter Everleigh fished the San Gabriel River at San Gabriel Park on a Tuesday afternoon. Using worms as bait they caught several fish but released them to enjoy more park time before dark. Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, extending daylight for outdoor activities. Photo by Andy Sharp.
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