Williamson County sees spike in COVID-19 cases
County health officials report the 24 new cases reported Friday was due to more testing being done in the private sector.
County health officials report the 24 new cases reported Friday was due to more testing being done in the private sector.
Georgetown Lady Eagles host "Hoops for Hope" community scavenger hunt
The circular signs, made and donated by Minuteman Press of Georgetown, feature a basketball-patterned trim and each one is numbered to encourage the community to attempt to find all 33.
The circular signs, made and donated by Minuteman Press of Georgetown, feature a basketball-patterned trim and each one is numbered to encourage the community to attempt to find all 33.
Chalk murals popping up in Round Rock show support for essential workers
The actions of whoever chalked these up caught the attention of the city.
The actions of whoever chalked these up caught the attention of the city.
Williamson County reaches over 5,000 with Veteran Outreach Initiative
These outbound calls are "special" one-on-one calls intended to make sure all veterans in the county feel appreciated and acknowledged, a press release from the county stated.
These outbound calls are "special" one-on-one calls intended to make sure all veterans in the county feel appreciated and acknowledged, a press release from the county stated.
Alligator found prowling around Taylor neighborhood
Alligators are a protected species in Texas and according to Texas Parks & Wildlife, the spring is their mating season.
Alligators are a protected species in Texas and according to Texas Parks & Wildlife, the spring is their mating season.
Williamson County judge denies using COVID-19 outbreak to go shopping on county dime
The items purchased were materials for the Williamson County Mask Brigade. Almost 500 local volunteers are making face covers and masks for first responders, essential county employees and individuals deemed to be high risk.
The items purchased were materials for the Williamson County Mask Brigade. Almost 500 local volunteers are making face covers and masks for first responders, essential county employees and individuals deemed to be high risk.
Officials: Explosive components removed from Leander home
A suspect has already been taken into custody.
A suspect has already been taken into custody.
Round Rock Police investigate body found behind HEB
Police say an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death. There is currently no danger to the public.
Police say an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death. There is currently no danger to the public.
Counterfeit prescription pills lead to "concerning spike" in Williamson County overdoses
According to the county, since April 1 2020, WilCo EMS has responded to a five-fold increase in opioid overdose calls compared to other monthly averages. The county says all of the calls are linked to counterfeit pills.
According to the county, since April 1 2020, WilCo EMS has responded to a five-fold increase in opioid overdose calls compared to other monthly averages. The county says all of the calls are linked to counterfeit pills.
Texas guidelines to reopen businesses become political
Texas business owners and workers are looking to go back to work, but some officials say Texas is not ready to open business doors just yet.
Texas business owners and workers are looking to go back to work, but some officials say Texas is not ready to open business doors just yet.
Central Texas surgeon urges public to heed warnings after nearly fatal battle with COVID-19
Dr. Scott Smith hopes his experiences will serve as a cautionary tale.
Dr. Scott Smith hopes his experiences will serve as a cautionary tale.
Williamson County sheriff's deputy injured while helping victims in fatal collision
Police confirmed two fatalities following the accident.
Police confirmed two fatalities following the accident.
Search for porch pirate suspect in Round Rock
Anyone with information is asked to call 512-943-1354.
Anyone with information is asked to call 512-943-1354.
Leander neighborhood welcomes soldier home after original welcome was canceled due to COVID-19
After being deployed in Afghanistan for half a year, Aaron Williamson’s neighborhood wanted to show their appreciation in a unique way, as the threat of COVID-19 has canceled usual welcome home ceremonies.
After being deployed in Afghanistan for half a year, Aaron Williamson’s neighborhood wanted to show their appreciation in a unique way, as the threat of COVID-19 has canceled usual welcome home ceremonies.
Stimulus checks are on the way: Beware of mail thieves
More than 50 different pieces of mail were taken from 19 different addresses in Williamson County.
More than 50 different pieces of mail were taken from 19 different addresses in Williamson County.
Criminal complaint filed against WilCo judge for violating stay home order
Lawyer Robert McCabe stated in his complaint that Judge Bill Gravell not only violated the order to visit his grandson's birthday party last week but used county resources to do so.
Lawyer Robert McCabe stated in his complaint that Judge Bill Gravell not only violated the order to visit his grandson's birthday party last week but used county resources to do so.
Parks, trails in Central Texas closing for Easter weekend to slow spread of COVID-19
The park closures will begin Thursday night and run until Monday morning. Parks will have signs prohibiting anyone from using the area.
The park closures will begin Thursday night and run until Monday morning. Parks will have signs prohibiting anyone from using the area.
Some Central Texas parks still open for Easter weekend
All across Central Texas are similar stories, parks closed in an effort to promote social distancing during this pandemic. Not every park is closed though.
All across Central Texas are similar stories, parks closed in an effort to promote social distancing during this pandemic. Not every park is closed though.
Williamson County mask brigade starts production of masks to help with COVID-19 response
The county says as of April 10, the brigade has 539 masks ready for distribution.
The county says as of April 10, the brigade has 539 masks ready for distribution.
WCSO launches program to help the vulnerable during pandemic
If you have an interest in using the WSCO pilot program, send an email to elderlyconcern@wilco.org with the exact address of the person(s) being checked.
If you have an interest in using the WSCO pilot program, send an email to elderlyconcern@wilco.org with the exact address of the person(s) being checked.