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Kevin Kennedy from Mahomet, Texas, in Burnet County, presents what a 765 kV transmission line is and how far they will spread across the state at a town hall in Salado, April 23. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Kevin Kennedy from Mahomet, Texas, in Burnet County, presents what a 765 kV transmission line is and how far they will spread across the state at a town hall in Salado, April 23. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Power struggle: Neighbors oppose incoming transmission lines

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, May 4, 2026
In a church down the winding roads of southwest Salado, a group of North Williamson County and Bell County landowners gathered on April 23 to learn about a proposed extra-high-voltage electricity transmission line that will cut through their properties as it makes its way across the state.

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Jarrell City Manager resigns

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Jarrell’s City Manager Jorge Hernandez — who joined the city in December 2024 — has resigned. After seeking counsel from the city attorney, Jarrell City Council accepted Mr. Hernandez’s resignation Tuesday, April 7. Mr. Hernandez was placed on administrative leave on February 19.
Georgetown’s Walmart is the closest major grocery story for many in Jarrell and northeast Williamson County. Jarrell’s future Walmart would start to serve those residents once built. Sun Archive.

Georgetown’s Walmart is the closest major grocery story for many in Jarrell and northeast Williamson County. Jarrell’s future Walmart would start to serve those residents once built. Sun Archive.

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Jarrell finalizes terms for Walmart infrastructure

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Still pending a signature, the City of Jarrell discussed the final terms and conditions for an incentive and development agreement for Walmart during its February 19 city council meeting.
Jim McLean, left, is sworn in by his wife, Justice of the Peace Evelyn McLean of Precinct 3, right, as the City of Jarrell’s new Chief of Police on January 6 at City Hall. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jim McLean, left, is sworn in by his wife, Justice of the Peace Evelyn McLean of Precinct 3, right, as the City of Jarrell’s new Chief of Police on January 6 at City Hall. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Seasoned officer is new Jarrell police chief

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, January 8, 2026
After a year of searching, Jarrell welcomed a new Police Chief James “Jim” McLean to the city.“Thank you for the trust that you have placed in me to lead the Jarrell Police Department,” Chief McLean said after being sworn in on Tuesday, January 6. “First off, I’d like to thank my family.

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Pump failure causes low water pressure for some Jarrell residents

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Jarrell Schwertner Water Supply Corporation issued a “Leak notice” to its customers and service providers on Wednesday, December 10. The Corporation serves 4,550 people and is based in Jarrell. The general service area is 80,000 acres, located in both Bell and Williamson Counties.
From left, County Judge Steve Snell (in the red sweater), Commissioner Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey, and Liberty Hill Mayor Crystal Mancilla prepare to cut the ribbon before opening Freedom River Parkway, formerly Liberty Hill Bypass, on Tuesday, December 2. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

From left, County Judge Steve Snell (in the red sweater), Commissioner Cynthia Long and Valerie Covey, and Liberty Hill Mayor Crystal Mancilla prepare to cut the ribbon before opening Freedom River Parkway, formerly Liberty Hill Bypass, on Tuesday, December 2. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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3 roads ready to go

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Williamson County officials celebrated multiple road project completions with ribbon-cutting ceremonies at the beginning of December. The projects — located in the northwest, north and northeast portions of the county — aim to improve mobility for residents.
Jarrell City Council reviews the proposed property of the Cornhill Business Park during the December 1 meeting. From left: Daniel Klepac, Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1, Lori Allen, Alderwoman Place 2, City Manager Jorge Hernandez, Mayor Patrick Sherek, Tanya Clawson, Alderwoman Place 3, Tammy Fitzner, Alderwoman Place 5, and Development Services Director Yvonne Spell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Jarrell City Council reviews the proposed property of the Cornhill Business Park during the December 1 meeting. From left: Daniel Klepac, Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1, Lori Allen, Alderwoman Place 2, City Manager Jorge Hernandez, Mayor Patrick Sherek, Tanya Clawson, Alderwoman Place 3, Tammy Fitzner, Alderwoman Place 5, and Development Services Director Yvonne Spell. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Jarrell strikes deal with Walmart

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, December 4, 2025
A Walmart Supercenter is set to come to Jarrell in the near future at the corner of Interstate 35 north, County Road 313 and County Road 312/FB Schwertner Road. City officials conditionally approved the zoning and preliminary plats and work during Jarrell’s December 2 City Council meeting.
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