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Last chance to pick the best

Last chance to pick the best

Time is running out to nominate who you think is the best in town. Monday is the deadline to submit your nomination ballot. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Taylor Press area editor a featured speaker at panel discussion

Taylor Press area editor a featured speaker at panel discussion

At the annual meeting for Austin Area Research Organization, Taylor Press’s Area Editor Jason Hennington was a featured speaker at a panel discussion of news media executives about the challenges and opportunities present in a rapidly changing news environment. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Lions' junior Chase Edwards breaks a tackle during a big run during game against D'Hanis Friday night. Photo by Evan Hale

Lions lasso Cowboys

11/18/2022 10:18 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Austin-based soul and funk band Honey Made performs Oct. 29 at the Main Street Car Show in Taylor. The band returns to Taylor Nov. 17 for the conclusion of the Fall’s Music on Main concert series. Facebook/HoneyMadeATX

Fall season of Music on Main concludes Nov. 17 with Honey Made

The Public Arts Advisory Board invites the public to the conclusion of the Fall Music on Main concert series, held in conjunction with the Main Street Third Thursday, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023

Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023

The City of Taylor is looking for citizens who want to learn more about their city for the 2023 LEAD Taylor Program. The program is a community- focused, collaborative program that provides participants an in-depth look at government operations, community planning and awareness, as well the opportunity to learn about Taylor Independent School District, economic development, civic organizations and much more. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

The annual Christmas tree lighting in historic downtown Hutto will be held around 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 26. Photos courtesy of the City of Hutto Facebook page

Holidays in Hutto returns to historic downtown

HUTTO – Four unique holiday events are on tap for the historic downtown as Holidays in Hutto returns this winter. The festive fun begins with Shop Small Saturday and the Downtown Tree Lighting Saturday, Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Students from various middle schools in Hutto ISD participated in the districtwide robotics competition earlier this month. Courtesy photo

Meltdown: HMS Hosts Annual Robotics Competition

HUTTO – Recently, Hutto Middle School hosted ‘Meltdown,’ the annual districtwide robotics competition. The energy and enthusiasm from Hippo Nation were on full display with hundreds of students, parents and community members coming together to watch our amazing robotics teams in action. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

HUTTO – On Saturday, Nov. 5, volunteers along with representatives from the Texas A&M Forest Service and the Hutto Parks and Recreation staff planted more than 70 trees at Creekside Park. Photo courtesy of the City of Hutto Parks and Recreation Facebook page

SEEDS PLANTED FOR THE FUTURE

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Thrall park expansion offers places to grow

Thrall park expansion offers places to grow

THRALL – A $20,000 expansion to Thrall City Park will add space for more families to enjoy small town life, says its mayor, Troy Marx. The addition to the park is under construction and is scheduled to be finished in time for the city’s annual Christmas in the Park event Sunday, Dec. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Volunteers refill a hole with dirt around a new Shumard oak tree Nov. 12 at Heritage Square Park. Photos by Nicole Lessin

Arbor day celebration an investment in Taylor’s future

It was chilly, but perfect fall weather for planting trees. To celebrate Arbor Day, the Taylor Parks and Recreation Department and the Tree Advisory Board came out to Heritage Square Park on the morning of Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

CARING AND GIVING THANKS

CARING AND GIVING THANKS

Dickey Day raises awareness about healthcare opportunities and feeds the community The Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center hosted Dr. Dickey Day Health Fair & Feast of Sharing, its annual celebration of the birthday and legacy of public health advocate Dr. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

City offers second holiday parade, citing inclusivity

City offers second holiday parade, citing inclusivity

Saying they wish to promote inclusivity, city officials have approved a second holiday parade in downtown Taylor on the same day, time and route as a traditional “family-values” procession showcasing biblical themes. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM