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Comc Large, visible creatures like earthworms and microscopic organisms work together to transform yard and kitchen waste into valuable plant nutrients. Julie Rydell

Compost piles a part of life

Springtime is a great time for starting a compost pile. Compost piles are the ultimate recycling project because they turn waste into nutrients. If you don’t already have a compost pile, you should seriously consider starting one this year. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

FIREFIGHTERS HONORED

FIREFIGHTERS HONORED

Four Taylor Fire Department firefighters were honored during a pinning ceremony April 25 at Station 1. Caleb Anchors, Stephen Barnes, Aaron Harralson and Ajay Payton were pinned. Also pictured are City Manager Brian LaBorde, Fire Chief Daniel Baum and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Copeland. Facebook / Taylor, Texas - Municipal Government 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

JP office closed this week

JP office closed this week

A county office in Taylor will have different availability this week. The Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 office will be closed from Tuesday, May 3, through Thursday, May 5, for court personnel training. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

Luminaries lined the sidewalks of Heritage Square April 22 to honor, encourage and remember those who have been impacted by cancer. Photo by Jason Hennington

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, April 27, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is mailed to subscribers and available at www.taylorpress.net. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

The Plan Taylor Bike Tour will be Saturday, May 7. In addition, the Taylor Design Rodeo will be Tuesday, May 3. Courtesy graphic / City of Taylor

Input needed to wrangle codes

A rodeo – of sorts – and bike ride are ways Taylor residents can tell the city how to improve its development. Taylor’s municipal government, in partnership with Simplecity Design, have two avenues this week for the community to provide input on Taylor’s development code. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

Carl Caldwell (left), soccer coach John Brockway (middle) and Dan Dixon are greeted with thanks and appreciation from the Taylor School Board for their quick actions and efforts in keeping the boys soccer team safe in their travels to a recent game. Photos by Tim Crow

The Taylor ISD school board recognized four staff members at the April 18 meeting and expressed deep appreciation for their efforts in not only keeping students safe, but saving lives. During a trip of the boys soccer team to a recent game, the driver of the chartered bus suddenly became ill and unable to perform his duties. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

County lifts burn ban

County lifts burn ban

Conditions have improved to allow for outdoor burning. On Tuesday, April 26, County Judge Bill Gravell lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas of Williamson County. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

Here’s a map of planned areas and detours for this year’s Blackland Prairie Days. Courtesy graphic / City of Taylor

Festival prep in last stretch

In one week, Blackland Prairie Days returns. The Taylor City Council The Taylor City Council heard an update on the festival during their April 28 meeting. 04/29/2022 08:35 PM

The Williamson County and Cities Health District, which offers COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, is located at 115 W. 6th St. in Taylor. Photo by Jason Hennington

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

Virus cases stay in 300+ range

Virus cases stay in 300+ range

Williamson County’s COVID-19 case rate has remained relatively steady this month. Confirmed cases, which include past and current episodes reported to the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD), increased by 674 in the county April 12-25. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

The good old days pop quiz final exam

The good old days pop quiz final exam

“Enjoy your life. These are the good old days you’ll miss in the days ahead.” — Author unknown The good old days. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

TBC collabs for Earth Day

TBC collabs for Earth Day

Last week, Texas Beer Company (TBC) kicked off a statewide tour to launch a new charity collaboration beer with Hill Country Conservancy: Wild Texas Kolsch. Representatives from TBC said, “It’s a good beer for a good cause with the intention of keeping Texas wild.” A portion of the beer proceeds will be donated to Hill Country Conservancy (HCC), and supporters are encouraged to make additional donations at www.hillcountryconservancy.org. HCC has conserved over 14,000 acres and is dedicated to protecting our vital natural resources through conservation, community collaboration, and engagement to sustain the region now and forever. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

Milam Community Theater Youth Series actors rehearse for “The Jungle Book.” Courtesy photo / Danyelle Higginbotham

‘The Jungle Book’ in Cameron

Milam Community Theater will present its second Youth Series performance of the 2022 Season. “The Jungle Book.” by Joseph Bobinette, directed by Samantha Sanders and Stephanie Junker, and based on the books by Rudyard Kipling, will be presented on and on Saturday, May 7, at 2 p.m. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

County hosts vendor forum

County hosts vendor forum

The Williamson County Purchasing Department is hosting is first ever vendor forum on Wednesday, April 27. Businesses are invited to attend to learn how to do business with Williamson County. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM