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This Week in Georgetown
Georgetown is Wonderful!
Hello Georgetown! Georgetown is a wonderful place to live! Stay safe and thanks for reading!
Hello Georgetown exists for YOU. If you are a business owner, how can we promote you? Email havingfun@hellogeorgetown.com or call the office at 512-843-6090.
Thanks for reading!
Rob Hipp
Managing Partner, Hello Georgetown
IN THIS ISSUE:
- Where to Buy Cloth Face Masks Locally and Beyond
- Hearing Keeps us Connected!
- Georgetown Hosts History-Based Webinars
- Ascension Seton to Build Medical Office at Wolf Lakes Village
- Anchored Wellness Center Now Open on University Avenue
- Arts and Culture Board Seeks Proposals for Wag Heaven Mural
- Financial Assistance with Residential Utility Bills
- BiG Hosts Golf Benefit
- Vote on Proposed Maximum Tax Rate and Recommended Budget
- Inaugural Williamson County Fair and Rodeo Rescheduled to 2021
- Georgetown ISD Announces Remote Start to School Year
- Energy Conservation Alerts From ERCOT
- Coming Soon to Georgetown
And Much More!
Thank you for reading!
“Thanks for continuing your reporting in good times and bad. You are two of G’town’s treasures. Be safe. Be well.” ~Laraine
“We really appreciate your efforts to keep our community up to date with changes during this difficult time.” ~William Schoen
Where to Buy Cloth Face Masks Locally and Beyond
Hey Everybody, we have gathered some resources for ordering cloth masks. These resources were supplied to us by our readers and the vendors themselves, we have several sources in Georgetown and a few beyond.
Hearing Keeps Us Connected
Advanced Hearing Aid Solutions is here for you!
Georgetown Hosts History-Based Webinars
The City’s Planning Department has joined with the Georgetown Public Library to host an informal webinar series named “Tuesday Talks with Britin and Ann.”
For the full story, click here.
Ascension Seton to Build Medical Office at Wolf Lakes Village
Ascension Seton plans to open a medical office building in the Wolf Lakes Village development between July 2021-June 2022. Ascension will be in the southwest section of the Wolf Lakes Village site, which is at the intersection of I-35 and Highway 29.
Anchored Wellness Center Now Open on University Avenue
Anchored, a health professionals office, hosted a grand opening event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, August 8 at its location at 402 W. University Ave. Guests enjoyed snacks, treats and champagne toasts at the family-friendly, come-and-go event.
Click or tap here to read more.
Arts and Culture Board Seeks Proposals for Wag Heaven Mural
With the need for more capacity and funding in the health care community to help veterans and military service members with physical and mental health issues, the Georgetown Arts and Culture Board searched for a way to use art to help this underserved population while engaging the community – a goal that resulted in the Healing Arts for Veterans Program.
“Hello Georgetown” is the best publication to come along to keep all Georgetown residents informed. It is a great way to cure our curiosity. People like to know what is happening in our town, whether it be entertainment, fun-filled events for the family, road improvements to move traffic, construction of new commercial and residential development.
“You take the guess work out of all that’s happening. Thank you for this publication and keeping us in the know.” ~Maryanne Denison
Georgetown Provides Financial Assistance with Residential Utility Bills
The City of Georgetown has nearly $1 million in funding available to help residential utility customers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic pay their utility bills. Anyone who has lost their income since the start of this year may qualify for assistance.
BiG Hosts Golf Benefit
When Brookwood in Georgetown (BiG) leaders chose the theme, “Vision for the Future” for its annual Golf Benefit, that vision certainly didn’t include a pandemic that would lead to temporary closures, virtual programs and significant revenue loss.
To find out more, click here for the full story.
Vote on Proposed Maximum Tax Rate and Recommended Budget
On Tuesday, August 4, the Williamson County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a proposed maximum total tax rate not to exceed $0.458719. This is the same as the county’s current total tax rate.
The Caring Place Announces Second Helping is Now Open by Appointment
The Caring Place’s second thrift store, Second Helping on 3700 Williams Drive is now open by appointment only. The hours of the store are Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. but appointments must be made at least an hour in advance at www.caringplacetx.org/shop.
Sydney Decker Joins Hipp Radio Network
Sydney Decker is the new Digital Marketing Executive and Community Outreach Coordinator at Hipp Radio Network – Georgetown. Mrs. Decker received her bachelor’s degree in communications with an emphasis in journalism in 2018 from Brigham Young University – Idaho, and has worked in print, television and radio.
Inaugural Williamson County Fair and Rodeo Rescheduled to 2021
The Williamson County Fair Association has announced the rescheduling of the Inaugural Williamson County Fair and Rodeo. Previously scheduled for October 22-24, 2020, the fair and rodeo will debut October 21-23, 2021.
Click or tap here for the full story.
Williamson County Issues County-wide Burn Ban Effective July 22
Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the implementation of an Order Prohibiting Outdoor Burning in the unincorporated areas of Williamson County to commence on Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. and continuing for a period not to exceed 30 days and to authorize County Judge Bill Gravell to lift the ban if conditions improve.
Georgetown ISD Announces Remote Start to School Year
In an email received from Superintendent Dr. Fred Brent on July 20, Georgetown ISD announced a remote start to the 2020-2021 school year.
Energy Conservation Alerts From ERCOT
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas manages the stability of the electric grid in Texas by adjusting supply to meet energy demand. If demand exceeds supply, then ERCOT takes steps to reduce energy demand.
Coming Soon to Georgetown
With the massive amount of growth we are experiencing here, we continue to see new businesses coming to town on a regular basis. Starting next week, we will begin weekly updates of new businesses coming to Georgetown.
Click Here for What’s Coming Soon
Where To Get Help in Georgetown & Williamson County
Here’s our working list of places to get help if you need it in Georgetown and Williamson County. This is also a great list of places that could use your financial assistance if you’re able.
See The List with Links and Details Here.
Interactive Texas Map Showing Coronavirus Cases by County
We thought you might like to see this handy map from Fox 4 News! It’s interactive and it’s updated daily in all counties. Just mouse over the county you want to check on and it shows the number of cases confirmed for that county.
52 Summer Camps – Ready For Your Children
More Details and How To Register
Georgetown is open for business!
Let’s help get our local economy moving again and support our great local businesses.
Free Parking, ATMs and Rest Rooms in Downtown Georgetown
We’ve created a page to help you navigate when you’re downtown for the Holidays, whether you’re new to town or just visiting it’s always good to know where to park for free, where to find a Rest Room and where to get a little cash from a nearby ATM. Find Maps and Details Here
Buy Fresh and Shop Local at Georgetown Farmer’s Markets
We have three Farmer’s Markets in Georgetown: Georgetown Farmers Market, Wolf Ranch Farmers Market, Sun City Farmers Market and South Fork Farmers Market. Check them out for all kinds of good stuff!
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Thanks for reading, see you around town!
Rob Hipp and John Montgomery
