Williamson County more optimistic about August than July with COVID-19

Now in August, the county health district's executive director says they are seeing more people social distancing and wearing masks, which makes them optimistic that this month will look much different than the last.

Williamson County tax offices to close next week for staff training

The offices will be closed on a rotating schedule, meaning while one office is closed, other locations will be open during regular business hours.

Georgetown cracking down on homes, businesses violating watering schedule

The city says that with its increasing population, they have to take steps to make sure its water treatment plant isn't overrun during the heat of summer.

WCSO concerned for missing Austin man, asking for public's assistance in search

Deputies believe that 63-year-old Mark Yarbrough may have become disoriented while traveling in a rural area of Williamson County and are concerned for his safety.

Round Rock delays local election until next year

The councilmembers for place 1 and 4 and the mayor will continue to serve until May 2021, something some residents are not happy about.

City of Leander cancels boil water notice

The customers affected by the notice were generally located within the boundaries east of the Travisso neighborhood and west of Toll 183A including the Bryson neighborhood.

City of Georgetown asking residents to reduce watering to avoid one-day-per-week limit

The city says that water use from irrigation is leading to record demand on the water treatment system, with production exceeding 90 percent of plant capacity on multiple days in the past week.

Burn ban issued in Williamson County

Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell can lift the ban if conditions improve.

Additional West Nile Virus samples collected in Williamson County

Health officials for the county are strongly encouraging residents to remain vigilant about protecting themselves from mosquito bites and preventing mosquito breeding

Georgetown's 2020 Red Poppy festival canceled due to COVID-19

According to city officials, the 21st annual Red Poppy Festival was canceled after it was originally rescheduled from April to October of this year.