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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. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

Fred Kerley thanks the Taylor community for its support of him and his family at the mural dedication Saturday morning. Photo by Jason Hennington

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Feb. 8, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

Olin Petke Jr., 9, and Ostin Petke, 4, gather candy at their father’s store Jan. 30. Fudge in the shape of Texas (top left) are on display at Big O’s Classic Candy and Nitrogen Ice Cream. A batch of heart-shaped candies (top right) filled with Heath Bars and peanut butter await Valentine’s...

Sweet surprises

In spring of 2022, Old Taylor High proprietors Kaitlin and Cliff Olle launched the Chemistry Lab Nitrogen Ice Cream in Room 120 of the 1922 building, featuring dense and creamy ice cream made in 30 seconds flat thanks to the negative 321-degree magic of liquid nitrogen. This year, the Chemistry Lab, now called Big O’s Classic Candy and Nitrogen Ice Cream, still offers the same variety of regular and vegan ice creams, but there are some new elements too. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

District reveals unstacking plan

District reveals unstacking plan

Parents are getting a preview of possible changes coming soon to Taylor Independent School District. At a Feb. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

A damaged utility pole lies in front of the Farmer’s Insurance building Feb. 2 at 503 Mallard Ln. Photo by Ann Miller

City weighs ice storm, response

The ice storm of 2023 may be receding from the forefront of people’s minds, but city and utility officials are taking time to reflect upon what happened, as well as their own emergency preparedness response. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

James Matlock, Hutto ISD Board of Trustees

Matlock: Stepping up for kids & community

HUTTO —“Whatever you do, don’t get in trouble in Williamson County.” Growing up in Pflugerville, James Matlock heard this saying often. So when he and his family came to Hutto, Matlock was determined to make a change in the community. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

District reveals unstacking plan

District reveals unstacking plan

02/10/2023 02:58 PM

District reveals unstacking plan

District reveals unstacking plan

02/10/2023 02:37 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Weekly Bingo Every Wednesday — From 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

Prophetess Cheri Randall has been saved for 44 years and been in ministry for over 35 years. Courtesy of Mt. Calvary Church

Mt. Calvary to celebrate Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month, two Taylorites return home to celebrate with a local church. On Sunday, Feb. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

A new road has been built leading to Samsung’s semiconductor facility under construction in Taylor. Photo courtesy of TSTC

TSTC program supports new economic growth in Hutto and Taylor

HUTTO – Cranes, bulldozers and other heavy equipment are becoming common sights right now in Hutto and Taylor. These are signs of economic growth which means job opportunities for students at Texas State Technical College’s East Williamson County campus. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

A damaged utility pole lies on the ground Feb. 2 along Carlos G. Parker Boulevard Northwest in Taylor. Photo by Ann Miller

City, Oncor outline recovery efforts

Tomorrow, residents and elected officials can hear more about emergency response measures the city has been taking, including the disaster declaration issued Feb. 1, to help everyone recover from last week. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

Fred Kerley thanks the Taylor community for its support of him and his family at the mural dedication Saturday morning. Photos by Jason Hennington

Dedicated to Olympian “ With humble beginnings, you have to start somewhere … My talent and my work ethic is speaking for itself. I still got a long way to go,” Fred Kerley said after seeing himself painted on a water tower in the place he grew up. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

Deputy City Manager Jeffery Jenkins speaks to the 2023 LEAD Taylor participants about the role of city administration during the first class on Jan. 19 at the Taylor Public Library. Courtesy photo

Citizens study their city

A brand-new cohort of community members has begun a deep dive into all things Taylor. On Jan. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

Library gets mental health grant

Library gets mental health grant

Healthy eating classes, yoga, journaling and even babysitting for special events could be coming to the Taylor Public Library soon. At the Jan. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM