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The Hall of Honor award is given annually to GHS/ Carver graduates who are leaders in their field, or who have contributed greatly to the community. To be considered for the award, alumni must have graduated at least 10 years ago. GHS Hall of Honor is now accepting nominations for outstanding Alumni of GHS and the former Carver High School. Nomination forms are attached or are available at the GHS Administration office. Applications will be due by February 28, 2017. If you have questions please contact Wes Vanicek at 512-943-5100.
Wilco Burn Ban
On Tuesday, January 31, 2017, Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the implementation of a County Burn Ban for a period not to exceed 30 days and to authorize County Judge Dan A. Gattis to lift the ban when conditions improve. A person violates this order if he burns any combustible material outside of an enclosure which serves to contain all flames and/ or sparks, or orders such burning by others. The burn ban prohibits the burning of household yard waste, such as leaves, grass, brush and other yard trimmings. It also prohibits burning to clear land of trees, stumps, shrubbery, or other natural vegetation. This order may be enforced by any duly-commissioned peace officer. It is a Class C Misdemeanor that is punishable by a fine up to $500.
FEBRUARY 9, 2017 THE ADVOCATE
Scam Alert
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office released information about a citizen report to Williamson County Emergency Communications. The person was called by an unknown subject three times demanding money for a warrant. The Unknown Subject wanted the money sent via Western Union to them by 3pm today. The Unknown Subject called from three different phone numbers. However, the last number they called from was 512864-8282. WCSO believes the Unknown Subject could be spoofing the Emergency Communications Departments phone number to collect money by using their non-emergency number. We encourage anyone who experiences this type of call to contact WCSO to file a report with a deputy/ detective on this matter.
Real Estate Agent Workshop Feb. 16
The City of Georgetown and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce are hosting the first Real Estate Agent Workshop on Thursday, Feb. 16. The free workshop starts at 9am at the Georgetown Community Center, 445 E. Morrow St. Coffee and breakfast will be provided by the event sponsor, Wolf Ranch by Hillwood Communities. Scheduled speakers include Hugh Brown, St. David’s Georgetown Hospital CEO, Mayor Dale Ross and Georgetown ISD Superintendent Fred Brent. The purpose of this event is to equip real estate professionals and those
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interested in real estate with the information they need to know to effectively market Georgetown to homebuyers. Information tables will also be staffed by representatives from most City agencies. If you plan to attend, please register at Georgetown.org/LoveGeorgetownTX. Presentations begin at 9:30am, and the event will conclude at 11am.
Registration is now open for the Georgetown Parks and Recreation 2017 Spring Youth Soccer League for boys and girls ages 4-14. The recreational league offers a safe and fun team sports environment, and is open to athletes of all skill levels. Children will get to experience being part of a team, learning from coaches and being active. The season starts March 18 and runs through May 13. All games take place on Saturdays at the San Gabriel Soccer Fields next to the Georgetown Recreation Center, located at 1003 N. Austin Ave. Fees are $50 for Georgetown residents and $60 for nonresidents. Registration will be accepted until Saturday, Feb. 25. For more information and to register, visit parks. georgetown.org/youth-soccer-leagues or call (512) 930-3596.
Free Cat Clinic
The Georgetown Animal Shelter is again holding three free spay/neuter clinic for cats this spring – February 25, April 29, and June 24. The goal of the clinics is to reduce the cat population in Georgetown. This is the sixth year that the shelter has offered free spay/neuter clinics for cats, and it seems to be making a difference in the number of kittens ending up at the shelter. Spay and neuter surgeries and a rabies vaccination will be provided at no charge. Other services will be available at the clinic on those dates. Appointments are required; first-come, first-served basis. Cats or kittens must be at least three months old. Call (512) 930-3592 to schedule your cat for surgery. The clinic will be at the Shelter at 110 W.L. Walden Drive near the McMaster Athletic Fields. Pets.Georgetown.Org
Heritage Society’s 40th Anniversary
FEB 26, 6-9pm: The Union on Eighth. Join the Georgetown Heritage Society as they celebrate Georgetown’s rich history and dedication to heritage and preservation. Cocktails and a Buffet Dinner, plus a program featuring past Presidents, and a new documentary and the unveiling of their new logo. For more information and tickets, please go to georgetownheritagesociety.org or call (512)869.8597.
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