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Jorge Luis Serna Jr.
Suspected gunman arrested
A man suspected of stalking down a street, repeatedly firing a rifle and then shooting at police surrendered peacefully after a tense late-night standoff, investigators said. No one was hurt and officers never returned fire, officials said. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
Taylor Fire Chief Daniel Baum (right) is welcomed with a handshake by Area Editor Jason Hennington. Photo by Grace Horvath
Taylor fire chief: More personnel, facilities needed
In early 2023, the Taylor Fire Department completed its strategic plan, but the next crucial step is to find funding to keep up with the city’s needs for fire services. Such was the message from Chief Daniel Baum during his repeat appearance on “Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington” June 12. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
Jorge Luis Serna Jr.
Suspect arrested after shooting at police
06/15/2023 10:56 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. Booths provide high-quality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
Photo by Samuel Tresch on Unsplash
Hutto Fish Fry Fundraiser
Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hutto Lutheran Church will host a fish fry fundraiser at Fritz Park, 400 Park Avenue. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
Photo by Hamza Nouasria on Upsplash
2023 Preserving History Award Soiree
Friday, June 16, is a special day for Taylor. The Taylor Conservation & Heritage Society will be hosting an Award Soiree at the Black Sparrow from 5 to 8 p.m., 113 W. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
Juneteenth celebration begins Saturday
Juneteenth celebration begins Saturday
Jr. Boulevard in Fannie Robinson Park. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
Students
Students connect with authors
AUSTIN – When Taylor High School librarian Lynn Butler invited Emily Zana and Kate Laurence to attend the Texas Library Association (TLA) conference with her in Austin, the two avid readers who serve as student library aides expected a quiet event with a lot of books and booths to visit. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
Ann Hughes of the Taylor Woman’s Study Club presents two checks for $2,500 each to Pasemann Elementary School and St. Mary’s School to purchase books for their libraries. Accepting on behalf of Pasemann are Librarian Julie Snyder and Principal Cynthia Proctor. Accepting for St. Mary’s are...
STUDY CLUB DONATES TO SCHOOL LIBRARIES
. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
STUDENTS EARN
STUDENTS EARN AUTOMOTIVE CERTIFICATIONS
. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
The Taylor ISD Child Development Center has been awarded Texas Rising Star Certification. Receiving this distinguished status included a long list of requirements as well as a thorough site visit. Not only did the Taylor CDC receive the highest score of four stars, they are also the first...
TAYLOR CDC RECOGNIZED
. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
City awards mowing contract
City awards mowing contract
The Taylor City Council voted to once-again award the four-year municipal mowing contract to Heart of Texas Landscaping, the lowest bidder at $542,201. The bid included mowing of the 140-acre Taylor City Cemetery, but staff recommended having city workers continue the cemetery landscaping instead. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
District sets tax rate meeting
District sets tax rate meeting
HUTTO – Hutto Independent School District has announced a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. June 20 to discuss the 2023-24 school year tax rate. The meeting will be at the Central Administration Board Room, 200 College St. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
LEARNING TO LEAD
LEARNING TO LEAD
RYAN NEWSOM Special to the Press Main Street Intermediate Principal Kerri Pierce initiated a new hands-on, fun and interactive way for students to feel a part of their school this past year. She introduced a new program called MSI Jobs. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM
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