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Taylor lSD OKs budget
Taylor lSD OKs budget
Taylor Independent School District has set up its financial outlook for the next school year. On June 27, Taylor ISD’s board of trustees approved to adopt the school’s 2022-23 budget after a public hearing. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Dwayne Ariola (left) and others stand for the National Anthem at Independence Day festivities at Murphy Park in Taylor July 4, 2021. Photo by Fernando Castro
Parade, fireworks in Taylor Monday
America’s birthday has arrived, and east Williamson County residents don’t have to go far to celebrate. The American Legion Graham D. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Protesters (from left) Bradley Machita, Spencer Ripple and Chris Connell stand at the corner of Second and Main streets with a different message during the PRIDE festival. Photo by Jason Hennington
PRIDE of love and spirit
Last weekend, not everyone was celebrating at the PRIDE festival downtown. A group of protesters were at the event to provide a different perspective on PRIDE. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
The Parasol Patrol and others listen to Mayor Brandt Rydell’s opening remarks at the Taylor PRIDE Festival in Taylor June 25. Photo by Fernando Castro
PRIDE of love and spirit
Residents and leaders both municipal and otherwise plenty to say in one of Taylor’s most debated new festivals. On June 25, the Taylor PRIDE Music & Arts Festival had its second inperson and third overall annual event on Second Street. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Doris Corely leads other former O.L. Price students Raymond White Jr., Ernest Rector, Rev. James Davis and current Mayor Pro Tem Gerald Anderson across the Dickey bridge June 27 in Taylor. Photos by Jason Hennington
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, June 29, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is mailed to subscribers and available at www.taylorpress.net. 07/02/2022 11:12 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. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Wrangle codes next week
Wrangle codes next week
Residents can dust up with Taylor’s development codes next Wednesday. Code Rodeo: Code Development Update will be held July 13 at the Taylor Public Library, 801 Vance St. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Mayor Gerald Anderson shakes lifeguard Sydney Branson’s hand prior to doing the same with Landon Mikulencak as Taylor parks and recreation director Tyler Bybee (far left) and the Taylor City Council look on during a meeting at city hall in Taylor June 23. Photo by Fernando Castro
Lifeguards honored for rescue
Two lifeguards lived up to their namesake and were recently recognized as lifesavers. On June 23, YMCA lifeguards Sydney Branson and Landon Mikulencak were recognized at the Taylor City Council meeting for saving a life in the pool of the Doris Roznovak Aquatic Center in Taylor earlier this summer. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Fireworks launch over Murphy Park in Taylor July 4, 2021. Photo by Fernando Castro
Taylor, county issue firework restrictions
There will be fireworks in the sky over Williamson County this weekend, but most residents are not allowed to launch the pyrotechnics themselves. Local cities’ and county officials have each issued statements on what restrictions are in place regarding fireworks as the Fourth of July approaches. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Bingo, dominoes and more events for seniors can be found locally.
Senior events, games monthly
Older residents have local opportunities for fun and to meet with each other every month. The Tripp Center Games such as Bingo can be enjoyed every month at the Tripp Center, 1517 McLain St. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
LEGION MEETS FIRST TUESDAYS
LEGION MEETS FIRST TUESDAYS
Graham D. Luhn American Legion Post 39 meets for their monthly meeting June 7. The Legion met to plan ahead of the post’s 4th of July Parade and Celebration. American Legion members and veterans are invited and encouraged to attend the monthly meetings held on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Legion Hall, 1310 Sycamore St. in Murphy Park in Taylor. Facebook / American Legion, Graham D Luhn Post 39 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
Here's the music lineup for Hutto's Independence Day celebrations Monday, July 4. Courtesy photo / City of Hutto
UPCOMING EVENTS
HERITAGE SQUARE FARMERS MARKET The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 07/02/2022 11:12 AM
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