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Hundreds of Central Texas pool owners sue over 'concrete cancer' defect
Just five months after completing his pool, Patel noticed spider-like cracks oozing with white gel spreading along the outside wall. (Kameryn Griesser/Community Impact) Leander resident Sachin Patel always dreamed of affording a backyard pool for his children, but shortly after building one in 2019, his dream began to crumble. In...
Former Vista Ridge teacher pleads guilty to improper student relationship
A former Vista Ridge High School teacher pleaded guilty last month in a Williamson County court after she was accused of inappropriate interactions with a 15-year-old student in 2023, according to court documents.
'We have to be flexible' | Williamson County to consider switch back to paper ballots for 2024 election
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas — Soon, the Williamson County Board of Elections will consider a return to using paper ballots instead of voting machines. Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson issued an emergency guidance to protect the privacy of voters, saying counties will now be required to update their ballot numbering methods.
Home valuations in Williamson, Travis County show housing market cool down
Home valuations released earlier this year indicate the housing market stabilizing after a spike in interest rates and cost of homes in 2022. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) This year’s release of appraisal valuations from the Williamson Central Appraisal District indicated the overall average appraisal values for residential properties are lower than in recent years.
Charles Sweet of Austin, Texas Discusses the Role of Big Data in Business Decision-Making
Charles Sweet of Williamson County, Texas works in the technology industry as an entrepreneur. In the following article, Charles Sweet explores the transformative impact of big data analytics on business decision-making, highlighting its key components, benefits, challenges, and real-world applications. In today’s digital age, data has become a cornerstone of...
Six Detained in Georgetown Drug Bust Following Opioid Tragedy, Repeat Offender Among Arrested
In a recent drug bust following an overdose tragedy in Georgetown, Texas, six individuals have been detained by law enforcement, as announced by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office. The arrests transpired after a search warrant was executed on June 20 at a residence identified as 50202 Eagle Trace Dr., the site where a 47-year-old woman overdosed, this heartrending event catalyzed the subsequent investigation and legal action.
Celebrate Independence Day in Central Texas: A Guide to Free Festivities
Independence Day is a time for celebration, and Central Texas offers a plethora of free events to mark the occasion. From parades to fireworks and live music, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best free Independence Day events happening across Bastrop, Blanco, Buda, Burnet, Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties.
Where are you permitted to light fireworks in and around Austin?
AUSTIN, Texas — Red, white and blue colors will soon fill Central Texas skies as the Fourth of July is almost underway. Before lighting fireworks on personal property, it's important to know whether you are legally permitted. Each county has different rules and regulations, and being aware of these can make all the difference.
State to reopen Williamson County prison as inmate population grows in Texas
BARTLETT, Texas — A prison will soon reopen in Central Texas. This week, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and city of Bartlett announced the reopening of the Bartlett Unit, located in northern Williamson County. Up until 2017, the facility was known as the Bartlett State Jail. It...
Georgetown Drug Bust Leads to Arrest of Three, Repeat Offenders Caught with Firearms and Drugs
Georgetown was the center of a police operation that concluded with the arrest of three individuals over the weekend, following a raid on a residence on Pinnacle Drive. In an effort spearheaded by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office Organized Crime Unit, the sweep involved the deployment of SWAT and K9 units, KXAN reports.
Six arrested on drug charges after woman overdoses in Georgetown home
Six people were arrested on drug-related charges after the Williamson County Organized Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a Georgetown home where a 47-year-old woman had overdosed, authorities said. The search warrant was carried out Thursday, June 20 at a home in the 50000 block of Eagle Trace Dr....
2 arrested for drug possession in Georgetown: WCSO
GEORGETOWN, Texas - Two people were arrested in Georgetown after a search warrant was executed by the Williamson County Sheriff's Office. According to the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, on June 26, a search warrant was issued for a home in the 700 block of Pinnacle Drive in Georgetown. The SWAT team and K9s were also there to assist.
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