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Courtesy of Williamson County
Chamber Talk Part 2
Boles details county’s road projects at Chamber luncheon Until recently, most new road construction was focused on western Williamson County, but these days you’d be hard pressed to find a thoroughfare not being worked on in and around the Taylor/Hutto area, an elected official said. On Monday, May 15, Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles said the county is committed to road development in our area to accommodate the explosive growth associated with Samsung Austin Semiconductor and other factors during this month’s Taylor Chamber of Commerce’s luncheon at the Taylor Mansion Estate & Crystal Ballroom. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
(From left) Kelly McRae, Brooke Ashley Eden and Mandy Marie Luke perform at Heritage Square Thursday night. Photo by Nicole Lessin
SUN COMES OUT
The old adage “April showers bring May flowers” proved true last week. The first official concert of the spring series of Music on Main may have been cancelled due to rain in April, but May’s Music on Main event delivered the spring weather and fun to Heritage Square Thursday, May 18. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Pastor Jeff Ripple speaks in the Dec. 8 council meeting about an agenda item about a new policy for city co-sponsored events. Photo by Jason Hennington
Controversial policy back on council agenda
Will the third time be a charm? At their regular meeting May 25, the Taylor City Council will consider approving a controversial events policy that has been tabled twice in the face of pushback from Christian groups who have charged that the new regulation is aimed to discriminate against their rights. “This policy is needed because we did not have one,” said city spokeswoman Stacey Osborne. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
To-be graduates at Taylor High School take a walk aound Naomi Pasemann Elementary School last week. Photo courtesy of the Taylor ISD Facebook page
Graduates ready to walk
As the school year winds down, seniors at local high schools are preparing to take the next step in their life. Prior to doing so, they will walk across the stage at graudation. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Hutto Memorial Stadium at Hutto High School, 573 Chris Kelly Blvd. Photo by Edie Zuvanich
Memorial Stadium in Hutto becoming regional resource
HUTTO – Between sports, band, physical education and other classes, up to 1,306 Hutto Independent School District students used Memorial Stadium at Hutto High School regularly throughout the school year, according to a report from Athletic Director Bradley LaPlante. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Photo by Diane Picchiottino on Unsplash
Memorial Day Salute
At 10 a.m. on Monday, May 29, the City of Taylor will salute and honor the soldiers who have both fought and fallen for the freedoms we have today. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Photo by Ludovic Gauthier on Unsplash
Memorial Day Sunset Block Party
From 6 to 9 p.m. on the Friday before Memorial Day, May 26, the Hutto Municipal Government will host Hutto Parks and Recreation for a block-party at the Hutto Co-Op, 420 U.S. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 05/24/2023 07:31 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. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Last year, families gathered at Fannie Robinson Park to celebrate Juneteenth. This year, activities will be held on June 17 and June 19. Photo by Fernando Castro
Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth is considered the second Independence Day in the United States. The Emancipation Proclamation abolished slavery Jan. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Mini Pitch Grand Opening
Mini Pitch Grand Opening
The Murphy Park Soccer Mini-Pitch Grand Opening was scheduled for May 13, but it had to be rescheduled due to weather. The new tentative date is June 17. 05/24/2023 07:31 AM
Board considers teacher stipends during May 11 meeting at Benjamin Doc Kerley Elementary School.
Teacher longevity rewards approved
05/22/2023 04:29 PM
Taylor resident Bridget Weber won first place in Ready Writing at the Private Schools Interscholastic Association’s state competition at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.
Weber aces state
05/20/2023 11:39 AM
Representatives from local nonprofits received grants from the Livingston Fund. The fund distributed over $37,000 to 11 organizations. At the presentation are (front row, from left) Kaitlin Olle, Heahter Klotz, Scott Dean and Melanie Rathke. (Second row, from left) Desiree Grady, Jeannie H...
Livingston adds $37,000 to local nonprofits
The Leo Livingston Fund continues to boost non-profits in Taylor with grants that change the lives of citizens and enhance the quality of life in the Taylor community. The fund is administered by the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley which is located in Bryan, and serves the Brazos Valley community and beyond. 05/19/2023 08:44 PM
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