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“I appreciate the fact that we have a lot of question marks in the future, and I think we need to be smart about that and we need to be prudent about that," Commissioner Valerie Covey said. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
12:26 PM Jul 28, 2020 CDT
'Things are different this year': Amid COVID-19, Williamson County tees up fiscal year 2020-21 budget cycle
The Williamson County Pretrial Services Department is looking to change how it address bail over the next two years. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
4:14 PM Jul 21, 2020 CDT
Pretrial department looks to change its bail system in Williamson County
More than 3,500 businesses have received funding from the Wilco Forward program. (Courtesy Pexels)
Austin
11:50 AM Jul 2, 2020 CDT
As Williamson County small business grant program ends, nearly $34M distributed
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Austin
10:45 PM Jun 23, 2020 CDT
Williamson County grants more than $31.6M to area small businesses
Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell said he will not require businesses to force customers to wear masks. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
1:02 PM Jun 19, 2020 CDT
Williamson County judge: ‘Common sense’ means wearing masks, but will not require businesses to enforce
Georgetown resident Lina Terrell, of the Northern Williamson County Democrats, speaks to a group of about 25 people who want the statue of a Confederate soldier removed from the grounds of the Williamson County Courthouse. (John Cox/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
3:43 PM Jun 18, 2020 CDT
GALLERY: Nearly two dozen protestors meet in front of Williamson County courthouse for removal of Confederate statue
As of June 9, Williamson County’s Wilco Forward small business grant program has approved funding for 2,891 businesses in the area. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
3:59 PM Jun 10, 2020 CDT
Williamson County helps nearly 3,000 businesses with small business grant program
The Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument stands on the south side of the Williamson County Courthouse. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
12:58 PM Jun 4, 2020 CDT
A brief history of the Confederate statue in front of the Williamson County Courthouse
Williamson County committed an additional $10 million to its small-business grant program and developed the second phase of federal coronavirus relief funding distribution June 2. (Screenshot courtesy Williamson County)
Austin
8:05 AM Jun 3, 2020 CDT
Additional $10M for small-business grant program committed as Williamson County develops second phase of CARES Act funding distribution
The Williamson County small-business grant program has issued more than $18.5 million as of May 29. (Ali Linan/Community Impact)
Austin
2:22 PM May 29, 2020 CDT
Williamson County small-business grant program issues more than $18.5 million
Williamson County judges are continuing to hold court even as the coronavirus pandemic forces the courts to enter digital spaces. (Chance Flowers/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
11:10 AM May 28, 2020 CDT
Justice continues in Williamson County even as courtrooms go virtual
The Williamson County small-business grant program has issued over $15 million as of May 21. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
9:26 AM May 22, 2020 CDT
Williamson County small-business grant program issues over $15 million
“I'm just kind of overwhelmed by people's understanding and kindness and generosity and people wanting to help,” said Ginna O’Connor, the executive director of The Caring Place. (Courtesy The Caring Place)
Austin
7:45 AM May 22, 2020 CDT
Williamson County nonprofits adapt to support those in need during coronavirus crisis
Small businesses have until June 30 to apply, but officials recommend applying early, as money is being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. (Courtesy Williamson County)
Austin
12:40 PM May 15, 2020 CDT
Williamson County small business grant program distributes more than $7.5M in first week
The county has issued $2.8 million of relief to area small businesses. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
5:05 PM May 11, 2020 CDT
Williamson County small business grant program issues nearly 200 checks in three days
Nearly 2,000 businesses applied to the Williamson County small-business grant program in the first day. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Austin
9:47 AM May 8, 2020 CDT
Nearly 2,000 businesses apply to Williamson County small-business grant in first day
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Austin
7:45 AM
Q&A: Round Rock Chamber President, CEO Jason Ball talks next steps as business reopenings begin
In a 30-minute virtual update with approximately 150 Williamson County business leaders on April 30, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, discussed the federal government's response to the coronavirus pandemic and the state of businesses reopening in Texas on May 1. (Screenshot courtesy Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock chambers of commerce)
Austin
2:49 PM
Sen. John Cornyn addresses federal coronavirus response, reopening businesses in Williamson County webinar
Austin
12:21 PM
More than 700 Williamson County businesses respond to Round Rock Chamber survey ahead of business reopenings
Williamson County will debut its own county fair and rodeo in 2020 after signing an agreement to help fund a local fair association. (Ian Pribanic/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
11:58 AM
Williamson County to debut fair and rodeo next year
Trustee Amber Feller briefed the Round Rock ISD board of trustees on a revised interlocal agreement with Williamson County on Oct. 17.
Austin Metro
12:36 AM
Round Rock ISD looks to extend school officer contract with WilCo, while evaluating 'other options'
Round Rock ISD board of trustees, pictured December 2018
Austin Metro
11:28 AM
Round Rock ISD to draft up new safety and security contract proposal for Williamson County, discuss at next board meeting
Williamson County commissioners met in downtown Georgetown during their weekly meeting Tuesday.
Austin Metro
7:06 PM
Williamson County commissioners hold off on vote over affordable housing partnership
Williamson County Commissioners voted Thursday morning to enter an economic agreement with the City of Hutto to help finance infrastructure improvements.
Austin Metro
3:23 PM
Williamson County approves deal with city of Hutto to help finance Hutto Co-Op District development
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is looking for foster homes for cats and dogs.
Austin Metro
1:37 PM
With 111 dog dropoffs so far this month, WilCo animal shelter asks for help
Austin Metro
11:21 AM
WilCo Commissioners Court punts on explanatory plaque near Confederate monument