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.

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.

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.

Trunk-or-treat at the new Jarrell fire station

The Jarrell Fire Department will host an open house and Halloween trunk-or-treat event 5 p.m., October 29, at the department’s new fire station.

Wilco sales tax update: Liberty Hill, Taylor see 100 percent increases in sale tax revenues this month

Monthly sales tax revenues continue to increase for Williamson County County cities, with Taylor and Liberty Hill seeing an over 100 percent increase when compared to last year.

Jarrell ISD creating Strategic Plan for upcoming high-growth years

Jarrell ISD is creating a Strategic Plan to chart its next few years as it faces the challenges of a fastgrowth school district. Laura Buckley, assistant superintendent of Student Services, is leading the effort and said the plan should be completed next April.

November election right around the corner

Early voting for the November general election begins Monday, October 24, and runs through Friday, November 4, at select polling locations across Williamson County.

Some South Llano State Park birds found in Wilco

Jim Hailey On my return trip from working on a cabin I own on the Frio River, I stopped by South Llano State Park to do a little photography and get some rest and recreation. If you have never visited this park, you should do so.