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Primaries set up November
Primaries set up November
Candidates for November elections are set. Williamson County incumbents won their respective parties’ races during primaries March 1, while voters also chose their opponents for Election Day, Nov. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Freeze returns Friday
Freeze returns Friday
Winter isn’t done with Taylor quite yet. Forecasts as of Tuesday, March 8, predicted at least one night of freezing temperatures heading into the weekend. The Taylor Texas Weather Network projected a low 28 degrees for Friday, March 11. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
The pavement condition index (PCI) determines a street’s condition. Courtesy graphic / City of Taylor and Gorrondona and Associates, Inc.
More streets tapped for repair
Taylor streets eligible for surfac work will be discussed Thursday during a City Council meeting. On March 10, the council will receive an update on the city’s street level-up program for the 2021-22 fiscal year. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Above: Commissioner Russ Boles addresses residents prior to the ribbon cutting of completed improvements to South Bounds Street in Thrall Feb. 28. Left: Bounds Street runs in front of Thrall Independent School District near the east edge of Thrall. Photos by Fernando Castro
BOUND TO GLORY
One of Thrall’s most used streets that runs past school buildings has graduated with an upgrade. “To kind of see the town and the school, you realize how important the street is and that it works well,” said Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Firefighters battle a blaze in the 900 block of James Street in Taylor March 8. Photo by Matt Hooks
Fire claims Taylor home
A Taylor home is no longer habitable after being engulfed by flames. At 8:59 a.m. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Hutto residents asked to guide its future
Hutto residents asked to guide its future
Last year, Taylor’s municipal government asked the public for guidance in what should be the future of the city, and now Hutto is doing the same. Hutto Soar 2040, the city’s comprehensive plan process, currently seeks input in how to preserve Hutto’s heritage and values while also identifying strategies to enhance local quality of life. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Water treatment company coming
Water treatment company coming
A new high-tech manufacturer is set to join Hutto’s Titan Innovation Business Park. Ovivo, a global water and wastewater treatment company, is poised to bring nearly 100 new jobs to Hutto. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Judy Blundell paints a little girl holding on to a red balloon in Potter’s Alley. Photo by Jason Hennington
New Potters Alley art sought
Residents have an opportunity to help revitalize art in a downtown Taylor alley. The Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board, an entity created by the Taylor City Council, is issuing a call for proposals to refresh and add new art to Potters Alley, a brick alley way that extends west off Main Street less than a block north of Second Street. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Reflections forward
Reflections forward
Capitalizing on the conversation with my son as an opportunity for direction on things in life that really count, I began to ramble about what I wanted to be when I grew up — if I ever did. Which, I haven’t. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
12 coronavirus cases in Taylor
12 coronavirus cases in Taylor
Active COVID-19 cases in Taylor last week were close to thei lowest recorded numbers. On Monday, March 7, Mayor Brandt Rydell reported Taylor had an estimated 12 active cases of the coronavirus. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM
Mayor Brandt Rydell discusses the state of the city during the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce m o n t h l y luncheon at Holiday Inn Express in Taylor Feb. 28. Photos by Fernando Castro
Mayor talks Samsung, more in state address
Growth and development are large factors in Taylor’s future, as indicated by Mayor Brandt Rydell during his State of the City address. “How we develop and grow, I think it’s going to be a case study for a lot of folks,” the mayor added. 03/05/2022 10:19 AM
Stiles Patin lives by the quote “Never leave your dreams on your pillow.” proving that if you work hard enough and pray even bigger, your dreams can come true. Photo Courtesy Tammy Patin
Patin wins reserve grand champion
“I can’t ever imagine being happier, it is a dream come true,” said newly crowned Reserve Grand Champion 16-year-old Stiles Patin, of Thorndale. Patin won the prize at the San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo on Friday, Feb. 03/05/2022 10:19 AM
Youths leap from bridge after wreck
Youths leap from bridge after wreck
Four youths suffered injuries — one critically — when they jumped off a bridge after wrecking a car reportedly stolen from Round Rock, Taylor police said. As of Friday, one of the occupants remained in critical condition. 03/05/2022 10:19 AM
Robert Peller sits at the Texas State Technical College table alongside Christian Hernandez (right) and TSTC instructor Steven Coody at the Trades Day Career Fair at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor March 2. BELOW: A reverse view of the station is shown.
Good Trade
Area high school students traded time in the classroom for time to learn about potential future employment last Wednesday. On March 2, the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce held its Trades Day Career Fair at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor. 03/05/2022 10:19 AM
The Rev. Father Keith Koehl, Heidi Altman and Cecilia Abbott enjoy the Cultura Vitae event. Courtesy photo
Texas First Lady visits Taylor
More than 100 voices raised in friendship and celebration marked the 2nd Annual Cultura Vitae dinner at St. Mary’s Catholic School on Friday, Feb. 03/05/2022 10:19 AM
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