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John Gipson (back) takes a photo as Espirririon “SP” Santa Cruz salutes a fellow member of the military who served in the Korean War, a conflict Santa Cruz also served in. Courtesy photo
Veteran salutes fellow soldier
When a soldier dies, fellow members of the military, active or retired, will give their fallen brother or sister a fitting farewell. Espirririon “SP” Santa Cruz continued that tradition recently. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
Bud-ee’s Smoke and Vape
Bud-ee’s Smoke and Vape
_________________________________________________________________________________________ niversary on April 20. Learn more about them at www.bud-ees.com, by calling 737-888-7400 or stopping by the store at 1333 W 2nd St. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM    1
RIBBON CUTTINGS
RIBBON CUTTINGS
Starbucks Chamber Ambassadors fueled up with caffeine and welcomed Starbucks to Taylor with a ribbon cutting on March 6. Manager Patricia Rich would love to meet you when you drive-through or stop in the shop at 2990 N Main St. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
The supernatural God: Rebellion & disinheritance
The supernatural God: Rebellion & disinheritance
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
EVENTS CALENDAR
EVENTS CALENDAR
Memorial Day Salute Monday, May 29 — At 10 a.m. at the Murphy Park Pavillion, salute and honor the soldiers who fought for our freedoms today, 1600 Veterans Dr. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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TAYLOR
The Ducks and Lady Ducks will have their first slate of camps this upcoming week from May 30 – June 1 with the annual tennis summer camp held at the Taylor High School tennis courts. Incoming first through sixth graders will go from 8 to 10 a.m. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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HUTTO
The Hippos are set to host their annual summer baseball camp from May 31 – June 2 at the Hutto High School main campus baseball field. This three-day camp will be from 8:30 a.m. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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THRALL
The Tigers and Tigerettes have a huge camp on deck next week that will be held for all incoming second to eighth-grade athletes. From 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. over the course of May 30 – June 2, Thrall will have its 2023 All-Sports Camp which will cost $150.00 per camper. Boys will cycle between football, baseball, tennis, golf, track, weight training, and basketball. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
All smiles before the fight, Destiny “Too Sweet” Jones took care of business in the ring on April 1 in Houston. Photos courtesy of iRULL FOTOS/FORCERTAIN PROMOTIONS
Destiny 'Too Sweet' Jones joins Around the Watercooler
Taylor’s own boxer Destiny “Too Sweet” Jones and her trainer David Watson joined Jason Hennington on last week’s edition of Around the Watercooler to talk about her most recent fight back on May 5 for the ABF InterContinental Super Featherweight Title held at Tech Port Arena down in San Antonio. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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GRANGER
Two camps will be active for Granger beginning this upcoming week as the Lions will have baseball camp and the Lady Lions have softball camp. Both the baseball camp and softball camp will be at Granger High School for incoming first through ninth graders. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
Sunday fun days set for this summer
Sunday fun days set for this summer
School is out and summer is upon us. One local organization wants to make sure students have fun in this summer, but keep their minds stimulated. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
Taylor High School alumnus and Olympic medalist Fred Kerley speaks to the community on Feb. 4 at his mural dedication. Photo by Jason Hennington
Kerley looks to become the fastest man in the world
RABAT, MOROCCO – Bragging rights for “World’s Fastest Man” will be on the line this weekend when Taylor’s own Fred Kerley and Italy standout Marcell Jacobs will put their rivalry to the test in the 100-meter dash at the Rabat Diamond League in the first meeting between the pair since the Tokyo Olympics. The highly anticipated event will be held in Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium at 1 p.m. CT on Sunday and will be broadcast live on Peacock and CNBC. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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Ducks rally for thrilling Game 1 win over Spring Hill
MIDLOTHIAN – With yet another late-inning comeback, Taylor High School varsity baseball was victorious on Thursday night as the Ducks rallied past the Panthers of Spring Hill High School for a 4-2 win in Game 1 of the 4A regional semifinals. 05/27/2023 06:49 AM
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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 04:38 PM
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 04:38 PM
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