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Thrall High School varsity cross country senior Avery Koonce runs during the first leg of the six-mile race on Aug. 19 at the Mud, Sweat and Cheers relay held in Caldwell. Photo courtesy of Casey Georg
Thrall, Granger cross country take on Mud, Sweat and Cheers
CALDWELL – Thrall High School and Granger High School had their cross country programs make the trip on Aug. 19 to Top Tier Training Camp near Caldwell to compete in the Mud, Sweat and Cheers relay to open the 2023 season. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Tee off with the Lions
Tee off with the Lions
On Saturday, Aug. 26, The Taylor Lions Club will host a golf tournament at Mustang Creek Golf Course, at 1100 Beech St. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Car Seat Check Event
Car Seat Check Event
This is an event for parents. On Thursday, Aug. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Sunday Bike Rides
Sunday Bike Rides
Every Sunday morning this summer at 9 a.m., Taylor Bike Company hosts a bicycle ride which meets at 204 N. Main St. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Sunday Every Sunday, Black Sparrow Music Parlor will be opening their doors for fresh mimosas, cold brew and beer from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 113 W. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
Are we missing your civic organization? Submit your group’s info to [email protected] or by calling 512-352-8535. KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
House rep talks legislation at luncheon
House rep talks legislation at luncheon
Texas House Representative Caroline Harris recalled her experience during her first legislative session to the Taylor Chamber of Commerce. Harris spoke during the Chamber’s monthly business luncheon Monday, Aug. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ARREST REPORT
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ARREST REPORT
It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Like Elijah: Are you the only one left?
Like Elijah: Are you the only one left?
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
HIPPO BITES
HIPPO BITES
School bonds offered to public HUTTO — People proud of their Hippo heritage, or those who simply want to bank on the growth of the school district, now have the opportunity to invest in school bonds. The Hutto Independent School District has issued approximately $145,040,000 in Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Brandon Bozon presents the budget to the Hutto ISD board of trustees. Photo courtesy of Hutto ISD
Temple College tax rate designed to support campus growth
HUTTO – Brandon Bozon, Temple College vice-president of Administrative Services and chief financial officer, presented a budget to the Hutto Independent School District board of trustees designed to raise an additional 18% in tax revenue for Fiscal Year 2024. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
Tim Mikeska, Taylor International Barbecue Cook-off organizer, hypes up judges before the brisket event. Briskets were the last category judged during the Cook-off. Photos by Hunter Dworaczyk
TEXAS EAT WAVE
Added fire safety precautions did not damper spirits at the 2023 Taylor International Barbecue Cook-off. Hot, dry and windy forecasted weather predictions brought concerns of potential fires during the 44th annual barbecue event in Murphy Park Aug. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
City eyes budget, municipal complex
City eyes budget, municipal complex
As city leaders prepare to approve next year’s budget and tax rate this Thursday, they will also be turning their attention to the fine details of building the new $53 million municipal complex and justice center. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM
James Guerra, president and CEO of JG Consulting, presents the firm’s recommended hiring timeline to Taylor Independent School District’s board of trustees. Photo by Hunter Dworaczyk
Taylor ISD sets hiring timeline
Taylor Independent School District plans to hire a new superintendent before Thanksgiving break. The district’s board of trustees unanimously voted to approve JG Consulting’s timeline for the superintendent hiring process during its Aug. 08/23/2023 06:11 AM