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Members of the Taylor Police Department listen to Chief of Police Henry Fluck during a recognition at the City Council meeting in Taylor July 22, 2021. Photo by Fernando Castro

Civil service exams offered

If you want to and are eligible to be a police officer in Taylor, now’s the time. The Taylor Police Department will hold a civil service police examination at 9 a.m. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

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‘Furassic World’ this weekend

“This weekend, experience the epic adoption event of Furassic World as two ancient species vie for their chances at new and exciting adventures as your new best friend,” said Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (WCRAS) in a press release. Which species will come out on top – the Dogasaurus Rex or the Catociraptor? Free adoptions for all will help determine the victor in this age-old battle.” 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

Okinawa spinach is a warm-season green that thrives in the morning sun and afternoon shade. Photo by Julie Rydell

Perfect plants for summer heat

Summer’s brutal temperatures are here and heat waves present additional challenges for new planting in the garden. The planting window has closed for many of our summer favorites, but with a little extra attention we can grow these tough, heat-loving crops: southern peas, sweet potato slips, okra, cantaloupe, pumpkins and warm-season greens. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

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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. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

Tournament MVP trophies for the 9th annual Taylor Press 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament have a unique and artistic look this year. Photo by Matt Hooks

Unique bling and a ring for tournament

The 9th annual Taylor Press 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is officially less than one month away. This year’s most valuable players trophies will be unique in a way no other bling has been before. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

Fire Chief Daniel Baum talks during a ceremony at the Taylor Fire Department’s main station in Taylor Jan 25, 2020. Photo by Fernando Castro

Fire chief ready for inferno of inquiry

There’s still time to ask one of Taylor’s protectors about how he protects the community and more. The seventh episode of the Taylor Press video interview series with city of Taylor staff, “Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington,” will be Monday, June 13, at noon on the Taylor Press Facebook page. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

Coach Will Compton and his family come to Hutto after a successful stint at Hays Johnson as offensive coordinator. Photo Courtesy/Hutto ISD wbsite

Compton tabbed to lead Hippos

Just after lunch on Wednesday, June 8, Hutto ISD named Coach Will Compton as the replacement for Coach Brad LaPlante as the Hippos next head football coach and boys athletic coordinator. Coach Compton comes to Hutto from Hays CISD’s Johnson High School in Buda. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

Last season, the Shining Stars were unable to compete at the Taylor Press 3-on-3 tournament due to health concerns with COVID-19. This year, the team returns to action for the first time since 2019. Photos by Larry Pelchat

Shining once again

It has been two years since the Shining Stars graced the basketball court at the annual Taylor Press 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. This year they return to the court ready to compete. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

E-EDITION SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

E-EDITION SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

SLUGGING THE SUMMER This past weekend, June 3-5, the six and under Taylor Area Softball & Baseball through Pony players played in a double elimination tournament that provided players with the opportunity to have post season play. The tournament consisted of the Thorndale Bulldogs, Taylor Ducks, Taylor Bulldozers, Taylor Legends and the Taylor Brewers. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

MLB

MLB Texas June 12 @ Chi Sox June 13-15 @ Houston June 16-19 @ Detroit June 21-22 Philadelphia Houston June 12 Miami June 13-15 Texas June 17-19 Chi Sox June 21-22 NY Mets AL West Standings Houston ................................36-21 LAA .......................................28-31 Texas .................................... 26-30 Seattle ..................................26-31 Oakland ............................... 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

LOCAL SPORTS

Taylor Basketball in the Park June 9,14,16,21,23,28,30 July 12,14,19,21,26,28 7-9 p.m. Robinson Park Thrall Strength & Conditioning June 13-July 28 Volleyball Camp July 25-27 Football Camp July 25-28 Cross Country Camp Jun 21 & 28 July 12 & 19 Granger Football Camp July 25-27 Volleyball Camp July 25-27 For full stories on all events visit www.taylorpress.net/ sports. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

THIS DAY IN SPORTS

THIS DAY IN SPORTS

June 12, 1922, Browns pitcher Hub Pruett strikes out future Baseball Hall of Fame slugger Babe Ruth three consecutive times as St. Louis beats New York Yankees, 7-1 at Sportsman’s Park, St. 06/11/2022 11:12 AM

City tax exempts may go up

City tax exempts may go up

Some relief on Taylor taxes might be on the way. On Thursday, June 9, the Taylor City Council will consider introducing an ordinance to increase the Over 65 Tax Exemption to $40,000 and establish a disabled persons exemption of $40,000. 06/08/2022 09:38 AM

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