Advocatie: The Big Issues
Citizens of the world have many disagreements. Paper or plastic. Trump or Socialism. Tastes Great!
Senior News Line: Online Lotharios’ Only Love Is Money
Think you're immune from getting scammed in an online romance? Think again. Authorities recently charged 80 people with running scams around the world designed to defraud women of money. Only 17 of those crooks have actually been arrested as authorities try to hunt down the rest
2019 USO Yellow Ribbon Gala • Tickets Available
USO Fort Hood is holding its annual Yellow Ribbon fundraising gala September 21 at 5:30pm at the Georgetown Sheraton to raise money for programs that support our armed forces at home, in the field, when rendering aid during disasters like Hurricane Harvey, and much more.
2nd Annual Veteran Job Fair
Services available to all job seekers The City of Georgetown, along with the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, hosted the second annual Veterans Job Fair Aug. 21 at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. Georgetown EDC Director Michaela Dollar explained,
Mayor’s Update: Public Safety and Quality of Life Top 2020 Priorities
Making investments to enhance community safety and quality of life are key priorities for the fiscal year 2020 budget plan for the City of Georgetown. Budget specifics and the tax rate are being discussed and approved this month by the City Council. Georgetown’s population growth remains
Taking Care of Cattle
Summer is coming to an end and I’m looking forward to cooler weather. We’ve had a long streak of hot days that stressed the livestock, and our pastures, as well. With little or no rain and a lot of heat, some plants become stressed and can be
Now Here’s a Tip!
What’s going on sale in September? Look for cookware, dishes, pool toys and pool accessories, patio furniture, plus great deals on new cars (2020 models and closeout sales on 2019 models).Here’s a great mattress de-funker recipe: Mix a cup of baking soda with 10 drops
Georgetown Committed To Improving Mobility
Voters said they wanted it and Mayor Dale Ross and Georgetown leadership listened, recently unveiling plans to stay on top of Georgetown's mobility issues. Having asked citizens in a recent survey about top priorities, the City's data show the top concerns are traffic and growth-related pressures,
Alex Fuller Announces for City Council Open Seat
Alex Fuller has announced he will be a candidate for the District 1 seat on the Georgetown city council. This seat became open when Anna Eby moved out of the district and this partial term runs until May of 2021. The election is scheduled for
Jarrell Celebrates Igo Elementary Grand Opening
More than 300 community members gathered Aug. 10 to celebrate the opening of Jarrell ISD's second Pre-K-5th elementary school. Principal Jack Wilson welcomed everyone to the event. Dr. Bill Chapman, JISD Superintendent, recognized dignitaries, including family and friends of the Igo Family. On May 27, 1997, an