Jarrell, Texas
Stephan Putsejovsky, Jarrell’s water superintendent (center), presents the proposal for the City of Jarrell to gain nearly 1,300 acres from Georgetown's CCN, May 5. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Jarrell places bid for Georgetown CCN
Nalani Nuylan
Jarrell is obtaining more than 1,000 undeveloped acres of Georgetown’s water territory, and has submitted official paperwork to the Public Utility Commissioner of Texas to complete the transfer.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Jarrell City Manager resigns
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
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.
Jarrell finalizes terms for Walmart infrastructure
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Courtney McWhorter, real estate attorney for Land Sale TX, explains her client's frustration in the lack of progression on a property in Jarrell during the January 6 city council workshop. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Developer asks for agreement after two years of negotiations
Nalani Nuylan
After two years of no progress, land developers for the Tonn Tract project on County Road 305 presented Jarrell City Council with an ultimatum — sign an official development agreement or face the property disannexing from the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
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.
Seasoned officer is new Jarrell police chief
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Pump failure causes low water pressure for some Jarrell residents
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
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 strikes deal with Walmart
Nalani Nuylan
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.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Mayor Pro Tem/Alderman Place 1 Daniel Klepac, left, and Alderwoman Place 2 Lori Allen, right, ask questions on construction specifics during the November 4 Jarrell City Council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Coming down the pipelines: Jarrell makes strides with infrastructure grant projects
Nalani Nuylan
With two American Rescue Plan Act projects and one Community Block Development Grant up for consideration, Jarrell City Council approved steps regarding federally grant-funded projects during its November 4 meeting.
Friday, November 14, 2025
The Williamson County Commissioners Court approved the tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Services to set up shop in Jarrell. From left: Commissioners Terry Cook, Cynthia Long, County Judge Steve Snell, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Russ Boles. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Williamson County okays tax incentives for food distributor in Jarrell
Nalani Nuylan
Williamson County commissioners approved a tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Service, LLC during the October 21 meeting. According to the company's website, Labatt Food Service is headquartered in San Antonio and is the 10th-largest food service distributor in the nation.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Jarrell City Council discusses the tax abatement agreement for Labatt Food Services to begin operations during the July 1 council meeting. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Hungry for more: Food distribution company gets tax incentives to build $45 million project in Jarrell
Nalani Nuylan
A new food service distributor is coming to Jarrell. During the July 1 City Council meeting, officials unanimously approved the contract and the dates for Labatt Food Services to begin the process to set up shop within the city.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025