Real Estate Agent Workshop on Feb. 16

The City of Georgetown and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce are hosting the first Real Estate Agent Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 16. The free workshop starts at 9 a.m. at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. Coffee and breakfast will be provided by the event sponsor, Wolf Ranch by Hillwood Communities. Scheduled speakers … Continue reading “Real Estate Agent Workshop on Feb. 16”

GTX Residents: Free Spay/Neuter Clinic for Cats

The Georgetown Animal Shelter is again holding three free spay/neuter clinic for cats this spring – February 25, April 29, and June 24. The goal of the clinics is to reduce the cat population in Georgetown.  This is the sixth year that the shelter has offered free spay/neuter clinics for cats, and it seems to be … Continue reading “GTX Residents: Free Spay/Neuter Clinic for Cats”

Georgetown Parks and Recreation announces Spring Break camps

Georgetown Parks and Recreation offers Spring Break camps for students from March 13 – 17. Pricing and schedules vary for each program. Participants can select from five camps: Camp Goodwater (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; ages 5 – 12; $140 resident/$175 nonresident) includes a variety of activities, such as swimming, challenge course, games, crafts, weird … Continue reading “Georgetown Parks and Recreation announces Spring Break camps”

Octavio Garza Starts as Public Works Director

A civil and environmental engineer with more than 21 years of experience started yesterday as public works director, a new position for the City of Georgetown. Octavio Garza comes to Georgetown from the City of Waco where he had been the public works department director since 2014. In Georgetown, Garza will oversee the City’s Street … Continue reading “Octavio Garza Starts as Public Works Director”

City hosts Creative Georgetown workshop on Feb. 11

City leaders are seeking public input on the future direction of the City’s role in arts and culture in Georgetown at the inaugural Creative Georgetown event Feb. 11 in the Georgetown Public Library. The come-and-go event will give attendees the opportunity to learn about the wide-ranging art, music, theater and cultural opportunities for audiences, learners, … Continue reading “City hosts Creative Georgetown workshop on Feb. 11”

Courageous Conversations begins new series Jan. 31

Beginning Jan. 31, the Georgetown Public Library and Courageous Conversations of Georgetown, TX will continue its partnership hosting moderated conversations about race and social justice. The series of conversations will use “March,” a three-volume graphic memoir by U.S. Rep. John Lewis, as a basis for discussions modeled on The Red Bench program developed by Interfaith … Continue reading “Courageous Conversations begins new series Jan. 31”

Holt Cat to open facility in Georgetown

Holt Cat, a Caterpillar equipment and engine sales, rental, parts and service dealer, will build a regional Caterpillar facility at 2101 Airport Road near the intersection of Lakeway Drive and I-35. The business is expected to create 129 new jobs and a net benefit to the City of more than $13 million over 10 years. … Continue reading “Holt Cat to open facility in Georgetown”

Candidate Filing Period for May Election

The filing period starts today for candidates who wish to run for a seat on the Georgetown City Council. The places for District 2, District 6, and the mayor will be on the ballot for the election this spring. Keith Brainard is the current council member for District 2, Rachael Jonrowe is the council member … Continue reading “Candidate Filing Period for May Election”

Chase the Chief 5K and Fun Run on March 5

Registration is now open for the fifth annual Chase the Chief 5K and Fun Run on March 5 at the Georgetown ISD Stadium, located at 2295 N. Austin Ave. Participants will get the chance to chase Georgetown Police Chief Wayne Nero. The goal of Chase the Chief is to encourage students and their families to … Continue reading “Chase the Chief 5K and Fun Run on March 5”

Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 4

Register now for the 22nd annual Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, Feb. 4. The chip-timed 5K run/walk begins at 8 a.m. in downtown Georgetown at Seventh and Main streets and ends at the Bark Park on Holly Street. (A shuttle will take you back to the starting line.) To register online or … Continue reading “Cupid’s Chase 5K and Fun Run on Feb. 4”

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