Williamson County to spend $75M on 253 acres for new justice complex

Williamson County announced it will pay almost $76 million for 253 acres where it will build a new justice complex, including courts, inmate detention and office space.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/williamson-county/williamson-county-to-spend-75m-on-253-acres-for-new-justice-complex/

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Hutto Police Department welcomes Williamson County's first ever Crisis Response K9

The Hutto Police Department has welcomed a new team member to its ranks, making history for the county in the process.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/williamson-county/hutto-police-department-welcomes-williamson-countys-first-ever-crisis-response-k9/

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Plans to return to countywide voting for runoff in Williamson County

During the March primary, many Williamson County voters encountered long lines and confusion after the county reverted to precinct‑specific voting on Election Day — a change several residents said they didn’t know about.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/williamson-county/plans-to-return-to-countywide-voting-for-runoff-in-williamson-county/

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Ballot Proposition that could bring more electronic billboards to Round Rock

Round Rock voters will decide in May whether to expand the presence of electronic billboards (EMCs) across the city.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/round-rock/ballot-proposition-that-could-bring-more-electronic-billboards-to-round-rock/

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Authorities searching for missing swimmer near Lake Georgetown

Georgetown Police said a witness called around 5:49 p.m. to report a jet skier had fallen off and never resurfaced.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/georgetown/authorities-searching-for-missing-swimmer-near-lake-georgetown/

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Major vote ahead for Taylor’s new justice center project

At its March 26 council meeting, city leaders are expected to vote on a contract that sets the guaranteed maximum price for the project.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/taylor/major-vote-ahead-for-taylors-new-justice-center-project/

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Round Rock Fire Association says Prop B ensures safety; Mayor warns of impacts on city operations

Citizens of Round Rock will decide on a proposed city charter amendment this May that would change staffing requirements and performance standards for the Round Rock Fire Department.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/round-rock/round-rock-fire-association-says-prop-b-ensures-safety-mayor-warns-of-impacts-on-city-operations/

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Jury sentences man for attempted capital murder after ex-wife sustains 11 gunshot wounds, lives

A Williamson County jury sentenced a Liberty Hill man to serve 32 years in prison after he was found guilty of attempted capital murder.

https://www.kxan.com/news/crime/jury-sentences-ex-husband-for-attempted-capital-murder-after-ex-wife-sustains-11-gunshot-wounds-lives/

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YMCA of Central Texas expansion nears completion in Cedar Park

The Twin Lakes YMCA in Cedar Park is set to open a three-story adventure course and an 11,858 square-foot pavilion in May, funded by donations from the community and sponsors, to provide a space for community events, camps, and programming.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/cedar-park/ymca-of-central-texas-expansion-nears-completion-in-cedar-park/

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Williamson County Sheriff’s Office seeking new armored tactical vehicle

Lieutenant Rickey Colley, who leads the Williamson County SWAT team, said the department’s current 2007 Lenco Bearcat is showing its age — with broken air conditioning, obsolete cameras, outdated lighting and other issues.

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/williamson-county/williamson-county-sheriffs-office-seeking-new-armored-tactical-vehicle/

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