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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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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

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 04:38 PM

New police officers made sprucing up the police department hippo one of their first acts of community service. Source: City of Hutto

City to oppose wastewater plant HUTTO – City council is opposing the permit for a wastewater treatment plant to be located near Veterans’ Hill Elementary School, 555 Limmer Loop, at the site of a future housing development. The application to build the privately-owned plant is being reviewed by the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. 05/24/2023 04:38 PM

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Hutto offers tips for National Public Works week

HUTTO – The city of Hutto joins organizations from around the country in recognizing National Public Works Week, celebrated this year from Sunday, May 21 through Saturday, May 27. The hard-working individuals within the city’s Public Works Department are divided into six main divisions – Construction Inspection, Facility Maintenance, Fleet Management, Regulatory Compliance, Streets and Drainage, and Water and Wastewater Utilities. 05/24/2023 04:38 PM

Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles talks development at the monthly Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon May 15 at the Taylor Mansion Estate & Crystal Ballroom. Photo by Nicole Lessin

Bills could limit county’s ability to plan

As the end of the 88th legislature grows near, new laws are on the horizon that could add to the development pressures the county is already facing, said one elected official. On Monday, May 15, Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles said as the county becomes less rural due to the explosive growth associated with Samsung Austin Semiconductor and other factors, the state continues to push through bills that could limit its ability to plan. 05/24/2023 04:31 PM

EDC CEO: World’s eye on Taylor

EDC CEO: World’s eye on Taylor

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is a global manufacturer well-versed with the intricacies of doing business in Texas. But other Korean suppliers who seek to follow suit may not have it so easy. 05/24/2023 04:31 PM

Chris Johns, attorney, explains the different areas of the Taylor map, including the ETJ and the area that Manville Water services. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, May 17, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 05/24/2023 04:31 PM

EVENTS CALENDAR

EVENTS CALENDAR

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 04:31 PM

County JPs to educate community

County JPs to educate community

GEORGETOWN – What does a Justice of the Peace do once they have been elected? What is their role in county government? These questions and more will be answered at the Justice of the Peace Community Forum scheduled for Monday, June 5 at the Williamson County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 office, 100 Wilco Way in Georgetown. At the forum, guests will learn how a Justice of the Peace works with small claims, debt claims, Class C traffic violations, juvenile cases, death inquests, weddings and more. 05/24/2023 04:31 PM

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