Williamson County Sheriff's Office holding press conference

FOX 7 Austin will carry a live stream of the press conference on our website and news app, as well as on our Youtube page.

Fixed-route bus service in Georgetown to end Oct. 1, 2021

The fixed-route bus system currently serving Georgetown residents is ending on October 1. The paratransit service is expected to continue.

City of Georgetown asking for resident feedback on FY 2022 budget

Residents can respond via an online comment box through Sept. 5 or attend any of the public hearings throughout the budget adoption process.

Candidate filing period starts for Georgetown special election

The candidate filing period to run for the District 6 position on the Georgetown City Council has opened and ends on August 16.

Activists embark on voting rights march across Central Texas

The Moral March for Democracy brings together Democratic politicians and activists. It starts in Georgetown and will end in Austin.

Man arrested after alleged road rage incident in Georgetown

Police say witnesses reported the driver was displaying a handgun at other vehicles and reportedly discharged the weapon several times.

Central Texas businesses struggle to find employees

According to Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, between April and this week their area has seen 16,000 new job listings compared to 99 last year.

Georgetown City Council member resigns

Rachael Jonrowe, who represents District 6 in Georgetown, had announced her intention to resign in June, citing personal reasons.

Husband of missing Hutto ISD employee charged with murder

Julie Hall was last seen at her apartment in Georgetown back in February. When she did not show up for her job at Hutto ISD, they contacted the police.

City of Georgetown announces facility closings on July 5

The city of Georgetown says city offices and facilities will be closed on July 5 in observance of Independence Day.

City of Georgetown seeking feedback to improve watershed protection

A survey will be used to develop or improve education materials and programs Georgetown residents can use to help protect water quality.

WCRAS, Georgetown Animal Shelter offering free adoptions this weekend

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and the Georgetown Animal Shelter have teamed up to offer free adoptions through Sunday, June 20.

July 4th fireworks show to be held in San Gabriel Park

The club will have a fireworks display at dusk July 4 in San Gabriel Park, but other festivities have been canceled due to COVID-19.

'COVID Catch-Up' summer school begins

This year's summer school session is not expected to be a one-time student reboot. State and local administrators, as well as education advocates, believe regaining what the pandemic took will take much longer.

Georgetown assistant city manager accepts new position in Cibolo

Georgetown Assistant City Manager Wayne Reed has accepted the position of city manager for the City of Cibolo, Texas.

City of Georgetown seeking applications for 2021-22 Sculpture Tour

Calling all sculptors in Georgetown! The city is seeking applications for its 2021-22 Sculpture Tour, a year-long outdoor exhibit now until August 1.

City of Georgetown offers tips to stay safe in summer heat

The City of Georgetown is offering tips to help protect residents, their families, and their furry friends against the Texas summer heat.

Central Texas cities lift more restrictions after CDC recommendation

The CDC has eased mask-wearing guidance for the fully vaccinated, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.