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Yellow arrows show the hallway that witnesses said had no video surveillance while ballot boxes were being transported through it. Photo source: True Texas Elections, LLC
Ballot box security questioned
WILCO – Security for voted ballots and memory sticks being stored in the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex, 301 SE Inner Loop, Suite 104, Georgetown, after leaving official polling places has some citizens concerned about the potential for election fraud. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
HIPPO BITES
HIPPO BITES
Run-off timeline HUTTO – On Tuesday, May 16, a special city council meeting was held to swear in the winners of the election for Place 1 and Place 4. Brian Thompson defeated incumbent Robin Sutton and will begin his first term in Place 1. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
TEACHER LONGEVITY STIPEND AMOUNTS APPROVED FOR 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR
TEACHER LONGEVITY STIPEND AMOUNTS APPROVED FOR 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR
5 year anniversary (66 teachers) $250.00 10 year anniversary (39 teachers) $500.00 15 year anniversary (19 teachers) $750.00 20 year anniversary (3 teachers) $1,250.00 25 year anniversary (2 teachers) $1,750.00 30 year anniversary (2 teachers) $2,250.00 Every fifth year after 30 (0 teachers) $2,250.00. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
First place color portrait photography by Josiah Poblete, Hutto High School. Photo source, Hutto Independent School District
Technology arts students shine at state
HUTTO – Students in digital media and digital communications studies brought home seven first place medals from the Technology Student Association state competition in April. Hutto High School fielded 46 entries, with 18 being awarded medals for first, second or third place. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
What else April showers bring
What else April showers bring
April showers bring May flowers, but the unpredictable and inconsistent rainfall can cause issues in the vegetable garden. One issue you might come across as tomatoes set fruit is blossom-end rot, a common nutrient related deficiency. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
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. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
Animal Shelter Adoption Event
Animal Shelter Adoption Event
Intrigued by animal shelters and want to buy your own fluffy friend? Texas Critter Crusaders is hosting an adoption event this Saturday, May 20, at The Red Cap Cigar Lounge, 215 N. Main St. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
Photo by Eric Brehm on Unsplash
Garden Watering Systems
Thursday, May 18, at 6:30 p.m., Davilla Community Center will host a survival preparation class, 20803 FM487, Bartlett, TX 76511. Mike Dudley and Benny Jarrel will teach a Garden Watering Systems class that will be open to the public. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
Photo by Kyle Head on Unsplash
Rock the Arts Showcase
Rock out with Taylor Pride this Saturday, May 20, at 5 p.m. for a virtual talent show at Taylor Public Library, 801 Vance St. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/ Fourth Thursday at 6 p. m. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM
St. Mary's eighth grader, Demitria Dahlberg placed first in Ready Writing and third grader Danielle Nemec placed third in Ready Writing.
St. Mary’s students compete at state competition
05/16/2023 05:30 PM
At the Feb. 14 meeting of the Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 10 Board, commissioners look at a map of a boot-shaped portion of Taylor’s Extraterritorial Jurisdiction for annexation, which was recently approved by voters. Photo by Nicole Lessin
ESD 10 outlines next steps post election
After months of contention and charges of personal attacks on both sides, last weekend, voters in the eastern portion of Taylor’s extraterritorial jurisdiction approved joining the county’s service area, which means saying goodbye to the century- old Avery Pickett Volunteer Fire Department. 05/12/2023 09:07 PM
City lauds incoming Korean ‘mic drop’
City lauds incoming Korean ‘mic drop’
Taylor leaders are celebrating another major South Korean company soon to be setting up shop within city limits. At the May 11 meeting of the Taylor City Council, City Manager Brian LaBorde presented a recent trip to South Korea he participated in alongside other city and county officials, during which the city forged new relationships, including a partnership with iMarketKorea, a distributor specializing in industrial materials. 05/12/2023 09:07 PM
Earlier this year, Fred Kerley attended a ceremony unveiling a mural on the water tower on Main Street in Taylor. After the event, Kerley got back to work preparing for upcoming races. Photo by Jason Hennington
Kerley still dominant ahead of showdown
DOHA, QATAR – After having a mural in dowtown Taylor dedicated to him in Janurary, Fred Kerley left the ceremony to continue his training as his showdown with Italian sprinter Marcell Jacobs at the 2024 Olympics lurks in the distance. 05/12/2023 09:07 PM