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(Left to right) Yearbook Adviser Christina Strnad shows the 2021-2022 Tiger Yearbook Wednesday, Sept. 28 to Superintendent Tommy Hooker and freshman Emma Mendoza at Thrall High School.
A class act
THRALL — As society adjusts to the COVID-19 pandemic, many school districts across the state are still struggling to catch up from disruptions caused by illness, online learning and other factors. But at Thrall Independent School District, students never really missed a beat. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
HUTTO – A new king and queen begin their reign. Stone Gist and Genesis Mitchell were named homecoming king and queen at Friday night’s game against Copperas Cove. Mitchell is the captain of the Hutto High School cheerleading program and the Principal’s Student Advisory Committee. Gist is a...
HIPPO KING AND QUEEN
. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Schools ready to deal with fentanyl
Schools ready to deal with fentanyl
So far, no cases of fentanyl use have been reported at Taylor Independent School District campuses, but administrators are taking proactive steps to address a potential threat by storing an antioverdose drug and training staff to use it. “It is clear that fentanyl as a drug is spreading throughout Central Texas,” said Superintendent Devin Padavil. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
$82 million road project to begin near Samsung facility
$82 million road project to begin near Samsung facility
The Texas Department of Transportation and Williamson County are set to break ground on an $82 million road-widening project at FM 3349 at US 79, near the site of the new Samsung Austin Semiconductor fabrication facility. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer
Potential warning signs for breast cancer Breast cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer in women across the globe. According to the World Cancer Research Fund International, there are more than 2.26 million new cases of breast cancer in women in 2020. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Ratcliff Named New WilCo EMS Medical Director
Ratcliff Named New WilCo EMS Medical Director
GEORGETOWN—Dr. Taylor Ratcliff with Baylor Scott & White Healthcare has been named the new medical director for Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS). 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Students and faculty review the lyrics of The Bells of St. Mary’s before recording. Courtesy photos
The Bells of St. Mary’s
A historic event occurred on the campus of St. Mary’s Catholic School earlier this month. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Slow down
Slow down
BY ISABELLA TEBEAU “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22 I went to an event where Laura Beth, a motivational speaker and writer, read a poem she wrote. Since we all could benefit from slowing down, I want to share this with you. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Wendy Prindle, the community engagement coordinator, and Marissa Austin, the chief executive officer, of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County, were the featured speakers at the Rotary Club of Taylor’s luncheon Oct. 20 at Sirloin Stockade. Courtesy photo
CASA AT ROTARY
. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
The Taylor High School Band and Color Guard recently picked up another win in UIL Region 26. They will now advance to Area D. The competition will be held Oct. 29 in Liberty Hill. Celebrating the win are (from left) Jared Perry, Brianna Perry, Emily Gazeley, Marcie Svatek and David Motl.
BAND, COLOR GUARD ADVANCE
. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
St. Mary’s Virtue of the Month winners are Charlie Lawrence, Teresa Salazar, Aby Mendoza-Duque, Gianna Jessup, Thomas Decker, Isabella Rodrigues de Melo, Grace Klenzendorf, Joseph Barta and JD Morgan. Courtesy photo
St. Mary’s students know the virtue of respect
St. Mary’s Catholic School has announced the Virtue of the Month winners for September. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Granger Lady Lions break down their huddle before game against Holland. Photos by Evan Hale
Lady Lions sweep Hornets on ‘Parents night’
The Granger Lady Lions improved to 3-3 in district play after beating the Holland Hornets 3-0 in a five-set match Tuesday night. The Lady Lions won the first three sets by scores of 25-20, 25-17 and 25-11, which keeps them in 3rd place in the district which is a playoff spot. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Tigerettes senior setter Aaliyah Couch sets the ball during game against Holland. Photos by Larry Pelchat
Tigerettes too much for Milano
The Thrall Tigerettes overcame a poor serving night to post a 25-17, 25-20, 25-10 sweep of the Milano Lady Eagles Tuesday night. It was the final non-district game for the Tigerettes (25-13 overall, 6-0 District 26-2A). 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Jose Orta (Democratic Party)
Jose Orta (Democratic Party)
Orta is running for election to the Williamson County Commissioners Court to represent Precinct 4. He is on the ballot in the general election Nov. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Russ Boles (Republican Party)
Russ Boles (Republican Party)
Boles is a member of the Williamson County Commissioners Court representing Precinct 4. He assumed office in 2019. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM
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