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Free hair day is ‘bak for skool’
Free hair day is ‘bak for skool’
Local stylists and barbers are ready to get students’ heads right for school. The Braided Faded Crew will host its 10th annual Bak 2 Skool Free Hair Day, Sunday Aug. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Here's a look at sales and use tax collections in Taylor from January through July in 2020-2022.
UPSELL
The latest sales-tax receipts could indicate a shift to Taylor’s economy, with the mayor and other officials crediting the “Samsung effect.” July sales and use tax collections were up 91.94% in comparison to the same month last year. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts shows Taylor’s July collections as $849,121 this year and $442,381 in 2021. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Ava Jalvan working on her structure. Courtesy photo / Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Projects ‘STEM’ from CORP
This past summer, 9-year-old Ava Jalvan started constructing a small city with dried spaghetti and marshmallows. Jalvan says it was her favorite activity that day. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Coupland's Debrah Candelas organizes supplies during her trip to Ukraine.
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Aug. 3, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Pictured are Oscar Salazar-Bueno, Michael Cooper, Barbara Piper, Susan Garry, Stacy Hunter, Karen Marosko, Jack Piper, Loretta Patschke, Pct. 4 Commissioner Russ Boles, Christen Eschberger, Laverne Rohlack, Zach Kenealy, Kate Wilder, Carlos Pizarro and Steven Shull in Coupland April 2. Cou...
County celebrates upgrades in Taylor, Coupland
Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles was busy in east Williamson County last Tuesday as he joined area officials to recognize construction improvements. Expo Center On Aug. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Heat loving mallows including Pale Rock Rose make great drought tolerant additions to Central Texas gardens. Photo by Julie Rydell
Dudes ready to get dressed
Men are preparing to get all dressed up to for a local beauty pageant. Dudes as Dames returns Aug. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Heat loving mallows including Pale Rock Rose make great drought tolerant additions to Central Texas gardens. Photo by Julie Rydell
Heat loving mallows great drought additions
Even though we all expect our gardens to slow down significantly this time of year, July 2022 seems to have halted most natural growth. It’s no surprise that only the most heat and drought tolerant summer crops have been somewhat productive in the vegetable gardens. In my backyard garden, okra is still the star. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Have you found your church home yet?
Have you found your church home yet?
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. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
08/06/2022 10:15 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. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
Tom Yantis speaks during the Taylor City Council meeting April 28. Photo by Fernando Castro
Yantis on Taylor Talk Monday
As Taylor appears headed toward rapid growth, one of the central people along for the ride will make a pit stop to chat. The ninth episode of the Taylor Press video interview series with city of Taylor staff, “Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington,” will be Monday, Aug. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
International barbecue cookoff in 2 weeks
International barbecue cookoff in 2 weeks
Competitors and judges are still being sought for Taylor’s upcoming global event. The Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff (TIBC), held since 1978, will be at Murphy Park in Taylor Aug. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
The hunt is on: Local businesses join cartoon hunt
The hunt is on: Local businesses join cartoon hunt
Tex Avery left his mark on the cartoon world, and now it is spread all over his hometown – Taylor. The Toon Squad scavenger hunt, a project started by local artist Dennis Levitin, is now underway. 08/06/2022 10:15 AM
International barbecue warming up
International barbecue warming up
A tasty tradition will fire back up this summer. The Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff (TIBC), held since 1978, will be at Murphy Park in Taylor Aug. 08/03/2022 07:16 AM
Chamber hears retail demographics
Chamber hears retail demographics
Sales in Taylor are growing, according to data. On July 18, the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce heard from Aaron Farmer with The Retail Coach, a national retail consulting, market research and development firm. 08/03/2022 07:16 AM
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