Thanks to everyone who braved the heat and attended our 2009 Rodeo!

Our rodeo was a huge success and a good time was had by all. Thanks to all the fans and contestants who attended and made that possible. A special thanks to Ride On Center for Kids for doing their grand entry to showcase the work they do for kids and adults in central Texas. The Sheriff's Posse will be making a donation from Saturday's night procedes to them. A big thanks to all our sponsors who help keep Georgetown's heritage alive by supporting our organization and rodeo. Thanks to Cadillac Rodeo Co. and Barrelman Johnny Dudley for helping put on a great show.

Congratulations to Riggen Hughes and Kasi Staab for winning the Mutton Bustin' competitions.

Congratulations to Neil DeDear and Dena Parker for winning the two HEB $150 shopping sprees. You can pick up your gift card at the HEB on IH 35 at Hwy 29.

If you were a contestant and are interested in pictures from the rodeo, contact John at www.mincksphoto.com.

The Williamson County Sheriff's Posse - A History of Service

In July of 1943, during the dark days of World War II, the Williamson County Sheriff's Posse was chartered at the direction of Sheriff Bob Davis to assist Deputy Sheriffs and City Marshals during wartime blackouts and as a quick means to mobilize manpower needed for emergencies and/or natural disasters. 

Since that time the posse has assisted in suppressing jail breaks, intensive searches for missing persons and children, fugitive manhunts and aid during natural disasters demonstrating its unique abilities and readiness, no matter what the need nor whenever it may arise. 

In addition to assisting law enforcement, the Posse has always aimed to provide a healthy family equestrian environment and to promote and enjoy the traditional Texas Cowboy values, code and way of life. The Posse's money-raising activities provide funds for civic organizations, youth groups and the means to maintain a facility where families can gather to enjoy participating in horse-related events. 

Thanks to former Capt. Steve Shaefer and the last surviving charter member of the Posse, Y. W. "Fat" Kimbro, sources of much of this information.