I-35 mainlanes to close for Williams Drive bridge beam set

The Texas Department of Transportation will close the southbound I-35 mainlanes on Saturday to set beams on the Williams Drive bridge. At 9 p.m. on Friday, July 14, northbound I-35 will be reduced to one lane between Hwy. 29 and Lakeway Drive. Drivers should expect delays. All lanes will reopen to traffic by 9 a.m. … Continue reading “I-35 mainlanes to close for Williams Drive bridge beam set”

I-35 at Williams Drive – Northbound I-35 closure for beam set

The Texas Department of Transportation will close northbound I-35 mainlanes and Williams Drive to allow for the placement of bridge beams overnight on Thursday as part of the I-35 at Williams Drive project. On Thursday, July 6 at 9 p.m., the northbound I-35 mainlanes will close to traffic between SH 29 and Northwest Boulevard. Northbound … Continue reading “I-35 at Williams Drive – Northbound I-35 closure for beam set”

Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus in Georgetown

A mosquito trap sample collected in the City of Georgetown has tested positive for West Nile virus. This testing is part of Williamson County and Cities Health District’s Integrated Vector Management program. The positive test was indicated in lab results received on June 29 from the Texas Department of State Health Services lab in Austin. … Continue reading “Mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile virus in Georgetown”

Updated: Juneteenth celebration in Georgetown

Updated June 13, 2023–The 71st annual Juneteenth celebration in Georgetown on June 16-17 includes multiple events. The Georgetown Juneteenth events are sponsored by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association and GTX Connect. In addition to these events, a Juneteenth photo exhibit will be on display at the Georgetown Public Library on June 12-18. June 16 … Continue reading “Updated: Juneteenth celebration in Georgetown”

Open house June 29 for 2021 Mobility Bond projects: Shell Road, D.B. Wood Road

The City of Georgetown will hold a public open house to provide information and answer questions about the Shell Road and D.B. Wood Road projects. Members of the public are invited to drop by the Public Safety Operations and Training Center, 3500 D.B. Wood Road from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 29, to learn more and … Continue reading “Open house June 29 for 2021 Mobility Bond projects: Shell Road, D.B. Wood Road”

Updated: No mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown last week

Update, June 5, 2023—Last week no mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown. Williamson County and Cities Health District continues weekly monitoring and testing across the County. Protect yourself by following the 3Ds: Defend with EPA-approved insect repellent Dress in long sleeves & pants Drain standing water — A mosquito trap sample … Continue reading “Updated: No mosquito trap tests positive for West Nile Virus in Georgetown last week”

Census: Georgetown is again fastest-growing city in U.S.

For the second year in a row, Georgetown is the fastest-growing city in the U.S. for cities with a population above 50,000, according to data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Georgetown’s growth rate was 14.4 percent from July 1, 2021, through July 1, 2022, resulting in a population estimate of 86,507. Georgetown added … Continue reading “Census: Georgetown is again fastest-growing city in U.S.”

Special-called City Council meeting May 16

The Georgetown City Council will have a special-called meeting to discuss bills currently working their way through the Texas Legislature, to canvass the election, and to swear in the newly reelected members. The special-called meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, in council chambers, 510 W. Ninth St. The meeting will start with … Continue reading “Special-called City Council meeting May 16”

Election results for Mayor and Council Districts 2 and 6

Final, unofficial results have been posted by the Williamson County Elections Department for the City of Georgetown election with 28 of 28 polling locations reporting, including early votes. Mayor Percent Votes Jonathan Dade 14.40 898 Josh Schroeder 85.60 5,340 District 2 Shawn Hood 100 576 District 6 Jake French 100 280 To see complete May … Continue reading “Election results for Mayor and Council Districts 2 and 6”

Election day is Saturday, May 6

Election day is Saturday, May 6, for Georgetown voters. Polling locations are open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on election day. Incumbent Josh Schroeder and Jonathan Dade are candidates for Mayor. Incumbent Council Members Shawn Hood (District 2) and Jake French (District 6) are both are unopposed. Georgetown ISD board of trustees candidates will be on the … Continue reading “Election day is Saturday, May 6”

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