Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Georgetown.
Juneteenth will be observed Thursday, June 19 with events held across Central Texas—Austin hosts a parade, festival, and remembrance ceremony while Georgetown holds a cemetery dedication and historical marker unveiling at 10 a.m.—as communities honor the day when enslaved people learned they were free.
Governor Greg Abbott signed a property tax relief package on Monday that raises the homestead exemption to $140,000 and increases tax breaks for disabled Texans and seniors, which will help 5.7 million homeowners save money.
The legislation also boosts the business personal property exemption to $125,000 — the new measures must be approved by voters in November.
Open House in Georgetown
1-3 p.m. — 101 San Domenico Cv — Free entry — Discover a spacious home with modern features and a private yard in Rancho Sienna.
Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mesquite Creek Outfitters — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy with hands-on instruction and materials to take home.
Georgetown Trivia Night
9-11 p.m. — Barons Creek Vineyards Tasting Room Georgetown — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of brain-teasing fun and delicious sips.
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