Williamson County organizations aim to help those in need of housing and shelter

As Williamson County’s population increases and housing costs rise, some nonprofits are offering services to assist residents struggling or unable to afford housing. Williamson County’s 2014-18 Housing and Urban Development consolidated plan states cost burden…continue reading

2016 Summer Camps Guide

Summer break provides opportunities for children of all ages to learn a new skill, hone their athleticism, or participate in activities outside. This guide is meant to provide families a few options to find the…continue reading

Round Rock allows residents to convert garages in older homes

Round Rock city leaders are addressing housing issues in the city including passing an ordinance to allow garage conversions to homes built before 2002. Council Member Frank Leffingwell said the way people are using their…continue reading

Hutto Fire Rescue to ask residents for more funding in May election

Voters will decide on funding for district service upgrades and improvements for Hutto Fire Rescue, also known as Williamson County ESD No. 3, in May. If voters approve the referendum, it will impose a 2…continue reading

Native Plant Guide

More than 100 native plant species are suitable for landscapes in Central Texas. Local businesses can recommend and sell native plants or seeds, and organizations such as the Williamson County extension of the Texas A&M…continue reading

U.S. Rep. Carter wins Republican primary for District 31 seat

Updated March 2 at 7:50 a.m. U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, won the Republican primary election for the District 31 seat, earning 71.3 percent of the vote in Bell and Williamson counties. With all…continue reading

Statewide primary election results

Posted at 11:35 p.m. March 1 According to unofficial results, U.S. presidential candidates Ted Cruz and Hillary Clinton are leading the races for the Republican and Democratic parties’ presidential nominations, respectively, in the March 1 primary…continue reading

Chody pulls ahead in race for Williamson County sheriff

Posted March 1 at 8:07 p.m. Unofficial early voting numbers released March 1 show Robert Chody is leading in the race of four Republicans vying to be the next Williamson County sheriff. The numbers show…continue reading

Warren, Cook and Covey lead in primary races for Williamson County commissioners nominations

Posted March 1 at 7:25 p.m. In this primary election, Democrats and Republicans are running against members of their own party to determine who will represent the party in the November election. Two precincts of…continue reading

Buckingham takes state Senate District 24 Republican primary election

Updated March 2 at 12:30 a.m. With 43.54 percent of the vote, or 3,514 votes, former Lake Travis ISD Trustee Dr. Dawn Buckingham won the Republican nomination for Senate District 24. Susan King took the…continue reading