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Assistant Manager Crystal Burkett and Manager BJ Dach stock bluebonnets and geraniums in preparation for the grand opening on Friday, Feb 25. Photos by Edie Zunavich
POPS OF COLOR
Business is blooming again at Taylor Garden Center. A perennial favorite of local gardeners since 2018, the nursery reopens their doors on Friday, Feb. 25. The reopening will showcase a larger variety of flowers, fruit trees, vegetables and herbs plus the addition of a houseplant section and potted succulents. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Candidates set for May elections
Candidates set for May elections
Local elections are set for May 7, and we now know who will vie for seats on the city council and the school board. Currently, there is one contested race on the city council and one on the Taylor ISD board of trustees. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Harriet Tubman was born in 1822 and was an American abolitionist and humanitarian. She is known for her work as a scout and spy for the United States Army during the Civil War. She escaped slavery and made several missions using the Underground Railroad to rescue enslaved people along with family and friends. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
GRANGER STUDENTS SPEND TIME AT NURSING HOME FOR VALENTINES
GRANGER STUDENTS SPEND TIME AT NURSING HOME FOR VALENTINES
Valentines Day was a day of love at Will-O-Bell Nursing Home in Bartlett. For a community outreach project, Granger ISD seventh graders traveled to the facility to spend time and give love to the residents. Facebook / Granger ISD 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Taylor ISD school board members and Superintendent Padavil congratulate the students of the month for January. Honorees from left are Sophia Jimenez, Kambrie Blakely, Katelyn Green, Makayla Ross and Larkin Abbott. Not pictured is Skyler Pyles. Photo by Tim Crow
Taylor ISD names January students of the month
Taylor High School has named Skyler Pyles as their January student of the month. She always comes to class with a positive attitude and always gets right to work. She has pushed herself in ceramics class to try new pieces and doesn't build what is just comfortable and easy. She also puts a great deal of effort into her AP World History class, and she is always kind and polite. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
STUDENTS RECOGNIZED BY COLLEGE BOARD
STUDENTS RECOGNIZED BY COLLEGE BOARD
The Taylor ISD school board recognized four Taylor High School students for their selection for the College Board National Recognition Program. These students earned this award because of their academic achievements in school and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 or advanced placement exams. Honorees, from left, are Lindsay O’Dell, Maya Zoeckler, Jett VanBrocklin and Trey Boles. Photo by Tim Crow 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Granger ISD fans pack the football stadium during the homecoming game last fall. Fans could be in new stadium someday if a bond passes in May. Photo by Matt Hooks
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Feb. 16, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE
FEB. 6 Disturbance-No Report-Taylor Village Inn 1907 N Main St Citizen Contact-No Report-Taylor Village Inn 1907 N Main St Road / Traffic Hazard-Officer Advised-Chandler Rd Bill Pickett Trail Suspicious Person-No Report-Hwy 95 Donuts 108 W Lake D City Ordinance Violation-No Report-1700 block of N Main St City Ordinance Violation-Citation-Dollar General 116 W Lake Dr Criminal Trespass-Arrested-Walgreens 1610 N Main St Lost / Found Property-Report Taken-Fairway Apartments 210 W Lake Dr Accident Hit and Run-Report Taken-30 block of E Eighth St Accident Hit and Run-Report Taken-2300 block of W Lake Dr Juvenile Complaint-No Report-1900 block of W Third St Welfare Concern-No Report-5800 block of FM 619 Criminal Trespass-No Report-Dominos 3210 N Main St Civil Matter-No Report-1000 block of Burkett St Disturbance-No Report-W Fourth St/ Vance St Assist Citizen-No Report-Debus Cir Unwanted Person-No Report-Walmart 3701 N Main St FEB. 02/19/2022 09:37 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. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Eliza Ackerman will sit down with Jason Hennington at the Texas Beer Company Wednesday, Feb. 23 for an interview for Black History Month. File photo
Black History Month conversation this week
The Taylor Press and the Taylor Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee are teaming up to celebrate Black History Month with a conversation and a contest. Black History Month is observed every February in the United States and recognizes, celebrates, and honors the achievements and significance of African Americans in our culture and history. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Thrall Middle School students spend time reading with Thrall Elementary School students Feb 15. Both campuses would be affected by a May bond election if a proposition passes. Facebook / Thrall Elementary School
Thrall ISD meeting Wednesday to talk bonds
Thrall citizens have a chance Wednesday to discuss an upcoming bond election that might affect them. A community-wide meeting on bond propositions in the May election will be Feb. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Black History Month event February 26
Black History Month event February 26
The last weekend of Black History Month will include a celebration at Fannie Robinson Park. On Saturday, Feb. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
Southwestern presents faculty concert
Southwestern presents faculty concert
The Sarofim School of Fine Arts’ Music Department at Southwestern University has announced that it is proud to present pianist Kiyoshi Tamagawa. Kiyoshi Tamagawa, professor of Music at Southwestern University, is a soloist and collaborative pianist with international performance experience who has presented sessions at numerous national conferences. 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
STORYTIME IS FUN ‘DAY & NIGHT’
STORYTIME IS FUN ‘DAY & NIGHT’
Children, staff and parents enjoy Story Time at the Taylor Public Library Feb. 16 with the theme of “Day & Night.” The library hosts Story Time typically on Wednesdays. For more information, visit http://www. taylortx.gov/25/library, call 512-352-3434 or visit the library at 801 Vance St. in Taylor. Facebook / Taylor Public Library 02/19/2022 09:37 AM
CITY COUNCIL THANKS STAFF FOR AWARD
CITY COUNCIL THANKS STAFF FOR AWARD
On Feb. 10, the Taylor City Council thanked staff members for submitting the application that resulted in the council being selected as the 2022 Texas City Management Association (TCMA) City Council of the Year. The award recognizes and honors outstanding city councils that have made significant contributions to local government in Texas. Pictured from left are, front, Deputy City Manager Jeff Jenkins, Communications Director Stacey Osborne, Director of Finance Jeff Woods and Communications Coordinator Kendra Dubee; back, council members Mitch Drummond, Dwayne Ariola, Brandt Rydell, Robert Garcia and Gerald Anderson. Photo by Fernando Castro 02/16/2022 07:40 AM
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