Georgetown

Parts of historic Williamson County Jail being demolished

Construction crews demolished parts of the old historic Williamson County Jail, but are keeping its history intact.

November 20, 2024 9:53pm CST

Georgetown middle schooler survives nearly 45 minutes without heartbeat thanks to CPR

Doctors still have no idea why Isaac Flores collapsed, but they do know one thing: it’s because of CPR and an AED that he gets to rejoin his peers on the field and be a kid.

November 15, 2024 10:13pm CST

Changes are coming to Georgetown's town square: FOX 7 Council Report

Some changes are coming to Georgetown's town square. City Manager David Morgan joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren to discuss in the FOX 7 Council Report.

November 15, 2024 5:56pm CST

Hundreds attend Veterans Day ceremony in WilCo

Several Veterans Day events were held across Central Texas on Monday to pay tribute to those who have served our country. In Williamson County, hundreds of people, including veterans, attended a ceremony in honor of the holiday.

November 11, 2024 9:34pm CST

2,000 flags honor Georgetown veterans at Field of Honor

2,000 flags flutter across San Gabriel Park as part of the Georgetown Field of Honor, honoring those who have served their country.

November 10, 2024 9:29pm CST

Mary Pewitt: Someone involved in 1988 Oklahoma cold case murder could be in Georgetown

Investigators believe somebody involved with the 36-year-old cold case murder of Mary Pewitt in Oklahoma could be in Central Texas.

November 7, 2024 10:03pm CST

Georgetown woman encourages self-exams after receiving cancer diagnoses while pregnant

A Georgetown woman found out she had breast cancer at the same time she found out she was pregnant.

October 31, 2024 7:49pm CDT

Georgetown Fire's ESD 8 puts sales tax on the ballot after seeing an increase in calls for help

The Georgetown Fire Department said it's concerned about not being able to respond to emergencies fast enough anymore, especially for residents living just outside city limits. On the ballot, they are asking for a new sales tax that would help them pay to expand services to areas with longer wait times.

October 24, 2024 9:34pm CDT

Georgetown couple sentenced to federal prison for COVID-era PPP loan fraud

A Georgetown couple has been sentenced to a combined 32 years in federal prison for their part in a scheme to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program out of millions.

October 4, 2024 6:52pm CDT

2025 Red Poppy Festival Poster Artist applications now being accepted

The City of Georgetown is now taking entries for the 2025 Red Poppy Festival Poster Artist.

October 1, 2024 5:52pm CDT

Georgetown places new requirements on short term rental properties

On November 1, property owners in Georgetown renting on places like Airbnb or Vrbo will have to go through the city before operating.

September 26, 2024 10:31pm CDT

Retired Texas teacher suffers severe burns in camper fire

A retired Georgetown and Liberty Hill teacher lost everything he owned after a camper fire.

September 25, 2024 9:35pm CDT

Homecoming mum: High school in Georgetown may have created largest in the world

East View High School in Georgetown might have created the largest homecoming mum in the world.

September 25, 2024 9:33pm CDT

Georgetown Fire Department's education dog releases children's book

One dog is proving anything is 'paw'-sible by releasing a children's book about her adventures as part of the Georgetown Fire Department.

September 22, 2024 9:44pm CDT

Former NASA rocket scientist helps promote car seat safety with TxDOT

Former NASA scientist Shayla Rivera teamed up with TxDOT in an effort to educate people on proper car seat installation.

September 22, 2024 12:06am CDT

Confederate monument debate continues in Williamson County

Dozens gathered at the Williamson County Courthouse calling on commissioners to move the confederate monument from the county courthouse grounds. But it's sparked mixed reactions with others believing it should stay put.

September 14, 2024 6:25pm CDT