Celebrate 4th of July in Round Rock with parade, festival, carnival, music and fireworks
The parade starts at 8:30 a.m. Residents are advised to arrive early to find the best seat. Those who can't make it in person can watch a live stream of the parade on FOX 7 Austin.
Multiple agencies responding to structure fire near Florence
According to Texas A&M Forest Service, the fire has spread to 250 acres and is currently 5% contained.
List of where to see Fourth of July fireworks around the Austin area
Looking for a 4th of July celebration to attend, or a place to watch a fireworks display? FOX 7 Austin has a list of free events happening around the Austin area.
Travis County Sheriff's Office investigating suspicious death of Leander man
TCSO says that evidence so far reveals inconsistencies within the case and that pending further investigation and the final autopsy report, his death is being investigated as suspicious.
Georgetown in Stage 2 of Drought Plan, restricts watering to one day per week
Officials are restricting watering with an irrigation system or hose-end sprinkler effective June 28 due to sustained high water use nearing system treatment capacity.
Round Rock Express, We Are Blood to hold blood drive at Dell Diamond
The drive will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 14 inside the United Heritage Center and donations will be by appointment only.
Williamson County approves increase in law enforcement pay
The Commissioners Court recently approved a 5% increase in pay for all law enforcement officers and an additional 1-5% increase for all tenured staff.
Bodies recovered following trench collapse in Jarrell
The workers were more than 20 feet deep in a two-foot wide space.
Crash involving 4 vehicles causes traffic in Round Rock
Round Rock police is asking drivers to find an alternate route following a four-vehicle crash on northbound I-35.
2 men feared dead following trench collapse in Jarrell
According to the City of Jarrell, recovery efforts are underway at a construction site where the two men were trapped in a trench collapse. The workers were more than 20 feet deep in a two-foot wide space.
Fireworks safety tips and advice to keep pets calm on July 4th
Officials say if not used properly, fireworks can be dangerous and cause serious burns and eye injuries. Pets can also become frightened at the loud sound of fireworks.
Austin-area animal shelters are overcrowded; adoptions and foster care needed
On July 2, Austin Pets Alive, the Austin Animal Center, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, and Georgetown Animal Shelter will host an adoption event.
Fireworks banned in Taylor under zero tolerance city ordinance
City Ordinance 98-19, which has been in effect since 1998, states it is illegal to possess, use, or sell fireworks inside Taylor city limits.
Georgetown Police seeking assistance in locating missing 15-year-old
Have you seen her? Georgetown police are searching for missing 15-year-old Samarh "Sam" Power.
Certain aerial fireworks won’t be sold in Williamson County due to dangerous fire conditions
Due to the drought conditions and current burn ban in effect in Williamson County, aerial fireworks will not be sold.
Williamson County shelter holding free adoption event for cats and kittens
Those looking to adopt a cat or kitten can go to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter from 6-8 p.m. on June 24.
Taylor Tax Office will be closed June 24 through July 4
The Taylor Tax Office will be closed June 24 through July 4 so Taylor staff can assist in staffing the three other Williamson County Tax Office facilities.
Williamson County enacts county-wide burn ban due to severe drought conditions
The burn ban prohibits the burning of household yard waste, such as leaves, grass, brush and other yard trimmings. It also prohibits burning to clear land of trees, stumps, shrubbery, or other natural vegetation.
Georgetown Animal Shelter to remain closed until June 23 due to staff shortages
The shelter has been closed since June 19 due to staffing shortages and it had anticipated reopening on June 21 but says it now expects to reopen on June 23.
City of Georgetown looking for artists to showcase sculptures in outdoor exhibit
Sculptures will be installed in October and will be on display until October 2023. All sculptors with works selected to be in the tour will be awarded a cash prize.