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Bluebonnets bloom in the early spring, but need 5-6 months to grow. Plant bluebonnet seeds before Thanksgiving to ensure these Texas natives have time to bloom. August Rydell, 11, sits amid his mother’s bluebonnet garden. Photo by Julie Rydell

Plant in the fall for spring wildflowers

Now that it’s fall, it’s officially the best planting season in Central Texas since we can plant pretty much everything now. It’s the perfect time for planting trees, shrubs and perennial plants because there is just enough time for them to establish a strong root system before winter dormancy. When spring arrives, your new plants will then focus on growing stems, leaves and flowers. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

Love thy neighbor?: Defining love

Love thy neighbor?: Defining love

“Deliberately Diverse” represents the individual thoughts and opinions of a group of Taylor friends who almost never completely agree about anything but are gratified by the opportunity to stimulate deliberately diverse discussions in our beloved community. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

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. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

SEPT. 18 911 Call-No Report-800 block of Randall St Suspicious Circumstances-Report Taken-700 block of W Fifth St Assault-Arrested-Arbors of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Unwanted Person-No Offense-600 block of Big Sur Trail Theft-No Report-2200 block of Lillie Ln Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-2100 block of W Lake Dr Suspicious Vehicle-Unable to Locate-400 block of E Second St Animal Complaint Dog at Large-No Offense-100 block of Second Ave Abandoned Vehicle-No Report-500 block of W Fourth St Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-2700 block of Davis St Noise Complaint-No Report-Main Street Commons 3700 N Main St Theft-No Report-700 block of Lizzie St Noise Complaint-No Report-Main Street Commons 3700 N Main St Reckless / Erratic Driver-No Report-800 block of Se Carlos G Parker Blvd Theft-No Report-100 block of Travis St 911 Call-Officers Advised-1200 block of Welch St Theft-Report Taken-Fairway Apartments 210 W Lake Dr Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-Walmart 3701 N Main St Welfare Concern-No Report-2100 block of Meadow Ln SEPT. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

Lead Robotics Instructor Andrew Haub, coach of the Hutto HS robotics team known as RoboCo X, shows off the team trophies next to one of the winning robotics projects. Haub’s team has won four of the last five UIL state championships. Photos by Edie Zuvanich

Changes ahead for Hutto ISD students

HUTTO – On Sept. 20, the Hutto ISD Board of Trustees approved an eight-pronged district improvement plan that will affect almost every Hutto student starting as early as this year. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

Brand-new EMS on the horizon in Taylor

WILCO — County officials are moving forward with increasing capacity and upgrading the facilities of the Taylor-based EMS station. At the regular session of the Williamson County Commissioners Court Sept. 10/01/2022 01:32 PM

The Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center in the 500 block of Burkett Street was burned to the ground in July. The suspect, James Paul Gogolewski, was arrested July 12. However, the Grandy Jury of Williamson County returned a “No Bill” for the case. Photo by Jason Hennington

No indictment for Dickey Museum fire

09/30/2022 02:07 PM

Granger ISD

Granger ISD goes into lockdown

09/30/2022 12:04 PM

Nadine Johnson Elementary School earns Texas Association of School Administrators award. Read all about it on page 11.

Nadine Johnson Elementary School earns Texas Association of School Administrators award

. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

David Marsh, general manager of Capital Area Rural Transportation System, makes a presentation to the Taylor City Council Sept. 22. Courtesy Photo

City leaders look at bus ridership in Taylor

Ridership may not be as strong in Taylor, but city leaders want to expand local transportation services in anticipation of expected growth. At the regular meeting of the Taylor City Council Sept. 22, city leaders had the opportunity to hear a presentation from Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS) General Manager David Marsh. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

Senior Director of Infrastructure for Williamson County Bob Daigh speaks at the monthly luncheon for the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce Sept. 19 at the Taylor Independent School District Event Center. Photo by Nicole Lessin

Roads on the menu at chamber luncheon

To build transportation corridors that meet the needs for future generations, you need to plan far enough out in advance. Such was the message shared by Robert ‘Bob’ Daigh, senior director of infrastructure for Williamson County, at the monthly luncheon sponsored by the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

Former mayor Don Hill and wife Leslie carry the 1961 state championship trophy to the field. Photo by Catherine McGary

Taylor honors closed high school

Prior to Legacy Early College High School, Taylor ISD had a second high school – O.L. Price. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM 1

Tim Kennedy shows Lois Luedtke his original childhood wallet. Photo courtesy of Suzanne Thoele

First-grade class reunites after 62 years

It was a day of memories of learning to read with “Dick, Jane and Sally” readers, and having your own brown leather wallet, despite being in the first grade. These reminiscences and more were shared during a special reunion between former Northside Elementary School teacher, Lois Luedtke, now 85, and eight of her 34 first-grade students from the class of 1959-60 Saturday, Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

HUTTO MARKET DAYS

HUTTO MARKET DAYS

Hundreds turned up for craft vendors, family and pet-friendly fun Saturday, Sept. 17 for Hutto Market Days, which is held every third Saturday at 200 East Street in Hutto for craft vendors, family and pet friendly fun, and more. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

Hippos of the month

Hippos of the month

HUTTO – Hutto ISD has announced the Hippos of the month for September. Hippos of the month are: Nora Novak Cottonwood Creek Elementary Peyton West Hutto Elementary School Tripp Lawson Howard Norman Elementary School Luke McCarty Benjamin “Doc” Kerley Elementary School Brodee McCrary Nadine Johnson Elementary School Christian Ruiz Ray Elementary School Mahrii Byrd Veterans’ Hill Elementary School Eduardo Blanco Hutto Middle School Reagan Kendall Farley Middle School Shannon Parker River Horse Academy Aidan Eirdam Hutto Ninth Grade Center Betzaida Escobar and Summer Sosa Hutto High School. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM

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