Paramedic who recovered from COVID-19 donates plasma to help those still fighting
Vivian Marcias was on shift in March when she developed symptoms for COVID-19. Now she is back in action, symptom-free, and looked to donate her plasma to help others.
Vivian Marcias was on shift in March when she developed symptoms for COVID-19. Now she is back in action, symptom-free, and looked to donate her plasma to help others.
Williamson County to let stay-at-home order expire
Starting May 1, county businesses will follow Gov. Greg Abbott's executive order allowing businesses to reopen safely and strategically in phases while minimizing the spread of COVID-19.
Starting May 1, county businesses will follow Gov. Greg Abbott's executive order allowing businesses to reopen safely and strategically in phases while minimizing the spread of COVID-19.
Williamson County investigating second COVID-19 cluster at another nursing home
The two clusters are happening just as Texas is getting ready to reopen certain businesses, including malls, retail stores, restaurants and movie theaters.
The two clusters are happening just as Texas is getting ready to reopen certain businesses, including malls, retail stores, restaurants and movie theaters.
Williamson County Commissioners upset with Sheriff Robert Chody over new “Live PD” deal
On Tuesday the Commissioners Court, in a meeting broadcast on-line, made it clear that they're not happy Sheriff Robert Chody made a new deal with Live PD.
On Tuesday the Commissioners Court, in a meeting broadcast on-line, made it clear that they're not happy Sheriff Robert Chody made a new deal with Live PD.
Williamson County opens up free COVID-19 testing as area sees spike in cases at nursing home
The health district is looking to get more testing done in the area especially since the county has been ordering hundreds of tests a day since earlier this month.
The health district is looking to get more testing done in the area especially since the county has been ordering hundreds of tests a day since earlier this month.
Hair salons left out of new executive order from Gov. Abbott
The governor's new order on Monday which expanded the list of businesses allowed to have a conditional reopening did not include hair salons.
The governor's new order on Monday which expanded the list of businesses allowed to have a conditional reopening did not include hair salons.
Williamson County to open new COVID-19 testing site
According to the county, the test will not require a visit to a physician and will be free of charge, however, individuals will have to take an online assessment based on screening criteria from the CDC.
According to the county, the test will not require a visit to a physician and will be free of charge, however, individuals will have to take an online assessment based on screening criteria from the CDC.
Williamson County: 78% increase in coronavirus cases over 10-day period
The large spike comes after the county announced it's first COVID-19 cluster at a nursing home in the county, where 49 residents and staff have been infected with the virus.
The large spike comes after the county announced it's first COVID-19 cluster at a nursing home in the county, where 49 residents and staff have been infected with the virus.
Williamson County reports first coronavirus cluster at nursing home, 46 confirmed cases
An ongoing investigation led by the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) has reported that this is the first cluster at a nursing home with 46 confirmed cases of staff and resident
An ongoing investigation led by the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) has reported that this is the first cluster at a nursing home with 46 confirmed cases of staff and resident
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.