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West Nile mosquito found in Jarrell, seventh case this year

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, July 24, 2023
A mosquito trap tested positive for West Nile virus in Jarrell, Friday July 21. The positive test was confirmed in lab results from the Texas Department of State Health Services lab in Austin.  The positive sample was collected from a trap site near the community pool on Sonterra Boulevard.
Crop breeder Wenwei Xu shows off his new corn variety at a July 7 presentation.

Crop breeder Wenwei Xu shows off his new corn variety at a July 7 presentation.

Williamson County farmers learn about purple corn

Abbey Archer
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The Williamson County AgriLife branch had a presentation July 7 about a new breed of corn, TAMZ102, that is higher in antioxidants and anthocyanins than traditional corn.
Williamson County Fair and Rodeo pose with the 2023 scholarship recipients and their families. The recipients are Ty Chase (center blue shirt), Paige Phalen (center blue dress) and Madeline Edwards (left in green and black shirt). Photo courtesy Williamson County Fair and Rodeo.

Williamson County Fair and Rodeo pose with the 2023 scholarship recipients and their families. The recipients are Ty Chase (center blue shirt), Paige Phalen (center blue dress) and Madeline Edwards (left in green and black shirt). Photo courtesy Williamson County Fair and Rodeo.

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Williamson County Fair and Rodeo awards scholarships to Wilco seniors

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
The Williamson County Fair and Rodeo awarded $4,500 in scholarships to three local seniors at the June 27 commissioner's court meeting.  Scholarship recipients were Ty Chase, Madeline Edwards and Paige Phalen.
Eddie Dever of Bellville, Texas, competing in Tie Down Roping, stands with his horse Tweetie during the National Anthem.

Eddie Dever of Bellville, Texas, competing in Tie Down Roping, stands with his horse Tweetie during the National Anthem.

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Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo takes center stage in Jarrell

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, June 26, 2023
According to the Texas State Historical Society, the rodeo is a Texas tradition that dates back to the 16th century. when Spanish conquistadors brought horses and cattle to the U.S.  During the off-season, vaqueros — Spanish cowboys — would often hold contests and compete with other cowboys from...
Jarrell ISD trustees will approve architectural concepts June 21 for its new middle school, which should open in 2025. They got an early look at some ideas in May.

Jarrell ISD trustees will approve architectural concepts June 21 for its new middle school, which should open in 2025. They got an early look at some ideas in May.

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Jarrell ISD looks at design concepts for new middle school

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Jarrell ISD trustees are mulling over design features for the district’s voter-approved middle school and will approve architectural concepts at their June 21 meeting, Communications Director Nick Spinetto said.
Jarrell ISD officials celebrated completed upgrades to district athletic facilities with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Jarrell High School stadium on June 7.

Jarrell ISD officials celebrated completed upgrades to district athletic facilities with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Jarrell High School stadium on June 7.

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Jarrell ISD celebrates athletic facility improvements

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Jarrell ISD officials celebrated completed upgrades to district athletic facilities with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Jarrell High School stadium on June 7. The $1.75 million project was funded through the voter-approved 2021 bond program.

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Jarrell ISD forms district police force

Katherine Hamilton
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Jarrell ISD trustees on Wednesday, May 17, approved the creation of a school district police force and will discontinuing use of school resource officers provided by the Jarrell Police Department. The change will take place when the 2023- 24 school year begins in August.
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