Cedar Park

David McDonald is running for County Commissioner Precinct 2 as a Republican. Photo courtesy of Kate McDonald.

David McDonald is running for County Commissioner Precinct 2 as a Republican. Photo courtesy of Kate McDonald.

David McDonald starts candidacy for county commissioner

Republican David McDonald — a current Leander City Council member and retired Austin police officer — has announced his candidacy for Williamson County Commissioner, Precinct 2, which is currently held by Cynthia Long. The primary election is scheduled for March 3, 2026.
Ethan Walden prepares to take part in Team Roping  at the 80th Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on  Friday, June 28, 2024. Sun Archive.

Ethan Walden prepares to take part in Team Roping at the 80th Williamson County Sheriff's Posse Rodeo on Friday, June 28, 2024. Sun Archive.

Wrangle rodeo season with the WCSPR in Jarrell

The Williamson County Sheriff Posse Rodeo will host its annual event June 27-28 at the WCSP Arena, located at 1600 County Road 305 in Jarrell.
Fourth from the left front row: Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Angela Williams. Far right front row: Former Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Edna Staudt. Back row, middle in the judge's chair is Jasmine Wolf. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Fourth from the left front row: Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Angela Williams. Far right front row: Former Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Edna Staudt. Back row, middle in the judge's chair is Jasmine Wolf. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

Teen earns scholarship for courtroom leadership

Seventy-nine student volunteers with the YMCA Teen Court program have concluded the 2024–2025 session with Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2.
Cedar Park Fire Chief James Mallinger. Photo courtesy of the City of Cedar Park.

Cedar Park Fire Chief James Mallinger. Photo courtesy of the City of Cedar Park.

Cedar Park fire chief joins state fire commission

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Cedar Park Fire Chief James Mallinger to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection last month for a term that runs until February 1, 2029. In his role as commissioner, Chief Mallinger will offer guidance and support to fire departments across Texas.

Cedar Park scores biomedical company

Cedar Park will be the new home of Zeteo Biomedical, an Ausin-based biopharmaceutical drug company. “We are delighted to welcome Zeteo Biomedical to Cedar Park,” said Arthur Jackson, the city’s chief economic development officer.

Ring in the new year with events around town

In addition to personal celebrations and those preparing to eat black eyed peas on New Year's Day, places around Georgetown and the county will host events to ring in the new year with music, food, champagne and good conversation. Saddle Shop Saloon711 South Main StreetDecember 31, 5-9 p.m.
Wlico and Cedar Park officials celebrate New Hope Drive, a new road funded through city and county transportation bonds. Cedar Park Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin, center, stands on the road with Commissioners Valerie Covey, center right in blue, Cynthia Long, in pink, Terry Cook, far right, and others. Photos courtesy of the City of Cedar Park.

Wlico and Cedar Park officials celebrate New Hope Drive, a new road funded through city and county transportation bonds. Cedar Park Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin, center, stands on the road with Commissioners Valerie Covey, center right in blue, Cynthia Long, in pink, Terry Cook, far right, and others. Photos courtesy of the City of Cedar Park.

Cedar Park, Wilco celebrate roadway completion

 Williamson County motorists can now drive on a new east-west roadway through Cedar Park, built to improve travel times and safety in the region.