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Granger residents work to clean up and rebuild after the devastation from tornados in March. Photos by Jake Ferrigan, Aerotract Geospatial

Tornado tears through Williamson County

March 21 A severe line of early spring thunderstorms that carved a path of destruction across central Texas spawned at least five tornadoes, including one that wreaked havoc in Hutto, Granger and Taylor. Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell reported that 1,119 structures were damaged in Williamson County from the tornadoes. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

Why did Jesus die anyway?

Why did Jesus die anyway?

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

Taylor Press introduces new publication

Taylor Press introduces new publication

With growth on the horizon, the Taylor Press continues to work to find new ways to provide local news coverage, along with keeping up with new businesses and providing information for readers. In April, the Taylor Press launched the East Wilco Insider, a high-end, neighbor- and newcomer-friendly magazine showcasing eastern Williamson County and its news, businesses, arts, culture, growth and other valuable information. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

Taylor High School Band and Color Guard students celebrate the end of summer practice in the 100 plus degree heat with a visit from the Taylor Fire Department. Courtesy photo

Just one day into the new year, and much has changed since the Earth rotated around the sun. We take a look back at 2022 in our annual year in review issue of the Taylor Press. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

Oasis Church pastor Mary Flores said TAMA will not stop doing the work that God put them on this earth to do.

Drag queens vs. the Bible

For the first time in Taylor history, there were two parades to kick off the holiday season. Citing “inclusion” as the main reason, city officials hosted the Very Merry Holiday Parade the same day as the annual Christmas Parade of Lights followed by a tree-lighting ceremony, arts and crafts, and live music at Heritage Square. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM 1

Assistant Manager Crystal Burkett and Manager BJ Dach stock bluebonnets and geraniums in preparation for the grand opening on Friday, Feb 25. Photo by Edie Zuvinich

Big stories of 2022

Redistricting done for council – Jan. 8, 2022 With growth coming to Taylor, the Taylor City Council tweaked districts to redistribute population. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

School bonds pass and fail

School bonds pass and fail

In 2022, bonds were presented for school districts in the area. Taylor, Coupland and Thrall school districts all had bond proposals on ballots in either May or November. Each bond was focused on preparing for growth. The bonds were placed in the hands of voters, and not all propositions passed. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM

New Year’s Eve festivities

New Year’s Eve festivities

Texas Beer Company TBC will close out their six-plusyear- run at the corner of Second and Main Streets with a familiar face. “One of our bar managers from the past is going to come back, and he is deejaying,” said Megan Klein, a co-owner of the Texas Beer Company. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM

Safety tips before you shoot:

Safety tips before you shoot:

• do not let your children buy fireworks without adult supervision • only buy from reliable fireworks sellers • never experiment or attempt to make your own fireworks • store fireworks in a cool, dry place • find a smooth, flat surface, away from the house or other buildings, dry leaves or grass • be sure to have water handy in case of a malfunction or fire • always have adult supervision when you’re ready to shoot: • never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks • always read and follow label directions, warnings and instructions • be considerate of your neighbors • only ignite fireworks outdoors and away from houses and other structures • light only one firework at a time • never try to re-light fireworks that have not fully functioned • never give fireworks to small children, even sparklers cause serious burns • be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks • never throw fireworks at another person, vehicle or animal • never carry fireworks in your pocket • never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers • dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day.. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM

The holiday plant

The holiday plant

After the Christmas tree, poinsettias are the quintessential holiday plant. Bright and festive with their cherry red leaves that form starshaped clusters, poinsettias bring color and beauty to a home during the long, dark days of winter. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM

I would have expected nothing less

I would have expected nothing less

“Big results require big ambitions.” Heraclitus, ancient Greek pre-Socratic philosopher. “Good afternoon, I hope you remember me from the early 1980s before I moved to Hemphill,” the message in my inbox from Gary Stewart began. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

DEC. 11 Suspicious Person-No Report-GK Laundry 1021 N Main St Suspicious Vehicle-No Report-Williamson County Expo Center 5350 Bill Pickett Trail Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-1300 block of Kimbro St Citizen Contact-No Report-800 block of W Second St Threat-No Report-2400 block of Grace St Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-900 block of W Second St Animal Complaint Dog at Large-Animal Impounded-Taylor Square Apartments 1005 Cottonbowl Dr Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-Pebble Stream Dr Unwanted Person-No Report-Taylor Municipal Airport 303 Airport Rd Disturbance-Unable to Locate-2000 block of N Lynn St Suspicious Circumstances-Officer Advised-100 block of Second Ave Suspicious Vehicle-Red Tagged-200 block of CR 368 Criminal Trespass-No Report-Luxury Inn 2003 W Second St Civil Matter-No Report-400 block of Ferguson St Citizen Contact-Unable to Locate-1300 block of Se Carlos G Parker Blvd Welfare Concern-Unable to Locate-3100 block of W Second St Animal Complaint Dog at Large-No Report-600 block of Elliott St Animal Complaint-No Report-700 block of Washburn St 911 Call-Officer Advised-2700 block of N Main St Juvenile Complaint-Gone on Arrival-Art Office Signs 201 W Second St Welfare Concern-Unable to Locate-1300 block of S Main St Theft-Report Taken-Tractor Supply Co 3600 N Main St Juvenile Complaint-No Report-Burnett Place Apartments 405 Sloan St Parking Complaint / Violation-Gone on Arrival-Howard St/W Seventh St Noise Complaint-No Report-W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd/Gano St Theft-Gone on Arrival-Williamson County Expo Center 5350 Bill Pickett Trail Assault-Report Taken-400 block of Sturgis St Abandoned Vehicle-Red Tagged-200 block of NW Carlos G Parker Blvd Road /Traffic Hazard-No Report-100 block of Se Carlos G Parker Blvd Disturbance-Unable to Locate-200 block of Dahlberg Blvd Welfare Concern-No Report-Heb 100 NW Carlos G Parker Blvd 911 Call-Officer Advised-SPJST Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation 1810 Old Granger Rd Citizen Contact-No Report-Sonic 1700 N Main St Suspicious Vehicle-Red Tagged-3200 block of W Second St DEC. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM

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. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM