Wilco sales tax update: Round Rock, Leander see slight decrease in November sales

While monthly sales tax collections continue to increase for some Williamson County County cities, revenues in Leander, Round Rock and Thrall saw slight decreases compared to the same period last year.

Jarrell ISD welding students earn recognitions, scholarships

Several Jarrell ISD students earned recognition in the Texas High School Welding Series welding contest November 14 at Texas State University Students earning scholarships and certifications were Ty Chase, Tucker Adkins, Esteban Cruz, Jayden Santos, Raya Rabold, Lilliona Kirby and Christopher...

Jarrell elects new mayor, council member and trustee

Residents in Jarrell this week voted for mayor and three alderman positions, while those in Jarrell ISD appointed two board trustees. City of Jarrell Patrick Sherek will serve as Jarrell’s new mayor, replacing Larry Bush, who did not seek another term in office. Mr.

Wilco Homeless Coalition to conduct point-in-time count

Attempting to identify the number of people experiencing homelessness in Williamson County, the Wilco Homeless Coalition will conduct its second point-in-time count this winter. The volunteer-led count is scheduled to take place in late-January.

COUNTY BRIEFS

Groundbreaking for Country Road 366 Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles and the Texas Department of Transportation held a groundbreaking ceremony November 2 for a Country Road 366 bond project.

Wilco burn ban lifted

In the wake of the recent storms, County Judge Bill Gravell lifted the county’s burn ban on Friday, October 28. The ban was put in place 10 days prior on October 18 because of extended dry conditions. “Due to the recent rains and cooler weather, I am lifting the burn ban,” Mr.

Jarrell ISD expects double enrollment in five years; triple by 2032

The latest demographic report for Jarrell ISD shows the district is continuing to experience fast growth, with enrollment expected to double in five years to nearly 7,500 students. Its projected enrollment for 2032 is 11,658 students.

Five candidates up for two Jarrell ISD board seats

Five candidates are vying for two places on the Jarrell ISD Board of Trustees in the November 11 election. Places 5 and 7 are on the ballot. Candidates for Place 5 are incumbent Tamara Dozier and Humberto Carbajal. In Place 7, candidates are incumbent Rebecca Kirby, Ginger Martinez and Sherry K.

Jarrell High School to present ‘Frankenstein’

Jarrell High School will present a production of Frankenstein, 7 p.m., October 29, and 4 p.m., October 30, at the JHS Performing Arts Center, 1100 Farm to Market Road 487. Tickets for the performances are available by donation.