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STAAR interim providing Taylor ISD with key data
STAAR interim providing Taylor ISD with key data
Administrators at Taylor Independent School District are keeping a closer eye on students’ achievement in reading and math this year. A few weeks ago, students in Taylor ISD took the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness interim test, a free optional online assessment that gives administrators important data to help them prepare for the STAAR, a key assessment used in determining the district’s rating each year from the Texas Education Agency. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
Peace and goodwill prevail at two parades in Taylor
Peace and goodwill prevail at two parades in Taylor
Despite misgivings about a possible culture clash, Taylor’s dual Christmas parades went off without a hitch Saturday, Dec. 3. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
City considers new guidelines for parades, other events
City considers new guidelines for parades, other events
The dueling parades of 2022 may be a one-shot deal if the City Council approves new guidelines that were already in the works for public festivities. At the regular meeting of the city council this Thursday evening, city leaders will consider approving new guidelines for cosponsorship status for special events. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
Hutto ISD recognized for groundbreaking programs
Hutto ISD recognized for groundbreaking programs
HUTTO – Hutto ISD has earned “Bragging Rights” after being recognized for its outstanding Automotive Technology Program with the release of Texas School Business Magazine’s 16th Annual Bragging Rights 2022-23 special issue. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
TSTC student growing into industrial systems career
TSTC student growing into industrial systems career
HUTTO – Alejandro Garcia Puente, of Round Rock, is an Industrial Systems - Mechanical Specialization student at Texas State Technical College in East Williamson County. He is scheduled to graduate in December. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
Artists sought for city public art project
Artists sought for city public art project
Do you have a fun idea for an art piece to be displayed in city parks? Artists are sought for The Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board’s Portal Project, which is a fun and creative way to bring art to unexpected community areas, such as the hike and bike trail, by decorating the elevated manhole covers along the route. The Portal Project already spans several manhole covers along the trail, starting from Eleventh and Washburn streets and heading south and east. 12/07/2022 08:32 AM
Santa Claus waves to the people who came out to watch the parade. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Peace and goodwill prevail; controversy takes a back seat at Taylor parades
12/03/2022 10:34 PM
Group to honor Bill Pickett at state cemetery
Group to honor Bill Pickett at state cemetery
12/03/2022 08:24 AM
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The kickoff celebration of the Eight Annual Bill Pickett Foundation’s Christmas Toy Drive
Season of giving
The holidays for area kids are getting a little brighter during this season of giving. The kickoff for the Eighth Annual Bill Pickett Christmas Toy Drive was held Saturday, Nov. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
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Drug charges dropped for former business owner
Charges have been dropped against a former business owner in a case where police said they found suspected drugs at his downtown property, an attorney said. The narcotics belonged to someone else, said David White of the Law Office of David D. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
Ducks senior Landon Velasquez dribbling the ball up the court on a fast break. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Ducks hoop tourney a showcase
The Taylor Ducks varsity basketball team will be hosting a showcase at the Duck Pond next week. Starting Thursday, Dec. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
About two hundred people showed up to the Nov. 29 presentation on the restricted growth sector of the Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan.
ETJ residents upset with restrictions
Questions and heated exchanges about restricted growth on the city’s fringes took center stage Tuesday during a presentation on Taylor’s Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan, which controls development. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
A new playground and interior upgrades at Main Street Intermediate School are part of the first phase of an $82.5 million bond issue approved by voters earlier this month.
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Nov. 30, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
THIS IS THE LAST STEP ...
THIS IS THE LAST STEP ...
We’ve counted the ballots — nearly 500 of them — and here are the top nominees in each category. Some had multiple ties, so some categories have a few more nominees than others Use this paper ballot to vote for your favorite in each category. Send it to us or drop it by the Taylor Press office. 12/03/2022 08:01 AM
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