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One or two inches of compost on existing beds will refresh the soil by adding nutrients, breaking up heavy clay and improving moisture retention. Courtesy photo
Springing forward
Spring planting in central Texas might be the most anticipated time of the year for all gardeners. April is the ideal time to plant summer fruiting plants and seeds. We can plant green beans, beets, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, pumpkins, radishes, squas, and watermelons. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
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Break the Silence 3K Walk/Run this Saturday
This weekend, a newly formed child advocacy organization spearheaded by Taylorites is inviting families to a morning of exercise, giveaways, information booths, live music, kid’s activities and lunch—all completely free of charge And while organizers promise fun for all ages, the point is to address the serious problem of childhood sexual abuse and to provide information on where families can get help and support. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
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. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Taylor Rotary Club Meals on Wheels At noon, The Taylor Rotary Club delivers Meals on Wheels the third Thursday of the month out of the Taylor Senior Center, Lone Star Circle of Care, 1301 W. Fourth St. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
Saturday, May 6 — From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Taylor celebrate Taylor’s rich cultural heritage hosted by the Czech Melody Masters. The event will feature horticultural speakers and demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, food booths, children’s activities and live entertainment. All proceeds go to the Taylor Main Street program for revitalization activities for historic preservation, business promotion and economic development. Contact Main Street Manager Jan Harris at 512-352-3463. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Household Hazardous Waste Event
Household Hazardous Waste Event
On Saturday, April 15, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Williamson County and Waste Management will host a Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Event at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Cigar Rolling Class
Cigar Rolling Class
Attend a Tampeño Cigar Rolling Class and event with Jorge Rodriguez, CEO of Tampeño Cigars, at Red Cap Cigar Lounge Wednesday, April 26, from 5 to 9 p.m. at 215 N. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Local bookstores ready for Independent Bookstore Day
Local bookstores ready for Independent Bookstore Day
Taylor’s two bookstores, Curio Mrvosa and Libros Bookmobile will celebrate in the 10th anniversary of Independent Bookstore Day. “Independent Bookstore Day is more than a celebration of indie bookstores, it’s a celebration of everything we stand for — community, inclusion, literacy and representation for all — and not just in our town but everywhere indie bookstores are,” said Veronica Soliz Johnson, owner of Libros Bookmobile. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
T. H. Johnson Elementary students and staff celebrate their Teacher of the Year, Lucia Arellano, in a parade around the campus. Arellano is accompanied by her class and by Principal Andy Basche. Photo by Tim Crow
The sparkle in their eyes
Lucia Arellano is T. H. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
The field fronting Limmer Loop where the wastewater plant would be constructed is close to Veterans Hill Elementary School. The plant is seeking state approval for construction, but Hutto Independent School District officials are not in favor. Photo by Edie Zuvanich
Hutto ISD opposes wastewater plant
ROUND ROCK – The Hutto Independent School District is taking aim at a proposed wastewater plant seeking state approval that would be built near Veterans Hill Elementary School. A permit to construct the facility in the vicinity of the 500 block of Limmer Loop is under review by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
City leaders displeased with redo of apartments
City leaders displeased with redo of apartments
More public housing units for low-income Taylor residents may soon be on the horizon, but city leaders said they are not happy with the proposed project due to a lack of city input. According to officials, the design does not conform to the standards of the Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
Jim Buzan
DECISION 2023
CITY COUNCIL AT-LARGE TAYLOR ISD AT-LARGE Three challengers and one incumbent are facing off for the at-large seat on the Taylor City Council. In addition, one candidate is challenging the incumbent for the atlarge spot on the Taylor Independent School District board. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
Last year, the sidewalk in Heritage Square was lined with luminaries to honor, encourage and remember those who have been impacted by cancer. Photo by Jason Hennington
Heritage Square set to be lit up by luminaries
Relay for Life ran it’s course in Taylor until the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Last year, the New Century Club of Taylor found a new path to walk with the same mission. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
Granite Media Partner owner and CEO Daniel Philhower serves biscuits and gravy with mother-in-law Lynette Hunt during the ‘Food Dudes’ fundraiser to assist Taylor Independent School District classroom needs. Photo by Nicole Lessin
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, April 5, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM
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