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Public Wi-Fi coming to Georgetown’s square

Williamson County officials are working to bring public, high-speed internet to community spaces, including Georgetown’s downtown square, according to a March 31 update to commissioners.

What residents should know: The county is working with the city of Georgetown to launch public Wi-Fi in the square in May, according to county documents.

County residents will also be able to enjoy free connectivity at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor, as well as the Taylor Ballfields, this May.

Officials are in the planning stages for bringing Wi-Fi to Southwest Williamson County Regional Park, according to county documents. Commissioners did not yet specify a timeline.

The project is funded by $1.5 million in interest from the federal American Rescue Plan Act.

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United Heritage Credit Union plans second Georgetown location

United Heritage Credit Union is expanding with a second Georgetown location expected to open next spring.

In a nutshell: Construction on the new branch, located off Ronald Reagan Boulevard in north Georgetown, is expected to begin this summer.

UHCU serves members throughout Central Texas, Austin and Tyler, offering checking and savings accounts; home, auto and student loans; and insurance services.

The credit union has an existing Georgetown location at 12 Waters Edge Circle and recently opened a microbranch as part of the Red Poppy Garden Railroad.

What they're saying: “As Georgetown grows, so does our commitment to the community,” UHCU Chief Operations Officer Deena Massa said. “Expanding with a second branch reflects our dedication to being accessible, building relationships, and supporting the financial well-being of our members in this vibrant area.”

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Latest Education News

TSTC adding semiconductor, automation, robotics curriculum this fall

The East Williamson County Texas State Technical College campus will add semiconductor technology as well as automation and robotics technology curriculum this fall, the trade school announced April 8.

What you need to know: The addition of these courses to the Hutto school's curriculum is a direct response to a surge in demand for skilled workers in the semiconductor and manufacturing industries in Williamson County, per a news release shared by TSTC. This surge in demand is largely driven by increased local fabrication and domestic chip production.

The details: The new curriculum will join the college's existing Industrial Maintenance program among offerings in the greater Advanced Manufacturing program geared toward the local semiconductor and manufacturing industry. Registration for the summer and fall 2026 semesters is now open, according to the college.

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