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(From left) Megan Klein, Amy Everhart, Shannon Bagent and Ian Davis pose together behind the bar at the Black Sparrow Music Parlor in 2018. Courtesy photo
Music venue pays tribute to Texas Beer Co.
When the Black Sparrow Music Parlor’s owner heard New Year’s Eve would be the last night for the Texas Beer Company’s taproom at the corner of Second and Main Streets, she cancelled some big plans—and made some new ones. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM
Don’t throw that old tree into a landfill after the holidays. There are plenty of ways to dispose of it that help the environment, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. Courtesy photo
Tips offered on safe Christmas tree disposal
COLLEGE STATION — Many enjoy having a real Christmas tree for the holidays. And when the celebrations are over, there are several eco-friendly ways to dispose of or recycle a Christmas tree. 12/28/2022 07:31 AM
St. Peter’s Church horseback carolers sing at Santa’s visit. Prissy Rumel organized bringing the carolers. Photo by Susan Garry
Coupland's visit from Santa and more Christmas events
COUPLAND CIVIC ORGANIZATION Many thanks to Coupland Civic Organization board member Jonathan Jones who decorated the Depot and Caboose. Each year, he adds more lights, increasing the impact of this centerpiece of the Trail of Lights. 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
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
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
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
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
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
Firefighters and peace officers clear the scene of a fatal accident on U.S. 79 near Limmer Loop in Frame Switch between Taylor and Hutto. Photo by Evan Hale
DPS releases details on U.S. 79 fatal wreck
A report released earlier this week by the state highway patrol sheds more light on a two-vehicle accident on U.S. 79 that claimed the life of a Thorndale woman. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
No injuries in Thrall fire
No injuries in Thrall fire
THRALL — The occupants of a property in the 200 block of U.S. 79 hit by an early morning blaze managed to escape without injury, but the site sustained heavy damages and left them with nothing, the homeowner said. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
Suspect sought in shooting death
Suspect sought in shooting death
Police are seeking a 19-year-old woman charged with murder in the death last week of a man shot in the back after being attacked and left unconscious on the ground. According to Taylor police, Esmeralda Renee Alderete, 19, has been named in an arrest warrant in connection with the Dec. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
(From left) Dimitri Burt, 10, gathers supplies Dec. 20 with Clavon Barnes, 10, and Davian Meadows, 10 at Taylor CAARTS Station. Photos by Nicole Lessin
’Tis the season
Fresh off their big Super Bowl win, the Taylor Youth Ducks are busy working to brighten the holidays for area senior citizens. On Tuesday, Dec. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
Firefighters extinguish a house fire Monday afternoon at Fisher and Kimbro streets. Photo by Jason Hennington
No injuries in Fisher Street fire
A fire that ripped through a home Monday afternoon at Fisher and Kimbro streets may have displaced up to seven people, but no one suffered any injuries, firefighters said. The alarm was sounded at 1:40 p.m. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
Assorted gloves, hats and other cold-weather gear is displayed at a Winter Coat Give Away Dec. 17, sponsored by the local restaurant Seed to Soul Food and 10,000 Fearless First Responders. Photo by Nicole Lessin
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Dec. 21, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 12/24/2022 06:51 AM
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