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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
Months after shooting, teen dies
Months after shooting, teen dies
HUTTO – A Hutto teen has succumbed to a gunshot wound to the head that happened in December. According to a report from KXAN, the family of Faith Monreal, 15, said she passed away Saturday morning, Feb. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Virus rate cut in half
Virus rate cut in half
The rate of new weekly COVID-19 cases in Williamson County was sliced by about half this past week. Confirmed cases, which include past and current cases reported to the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD), increased by 1,299 in Williamson County Feb. 02/16/2022 07:38 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. Photos by Matt Hooks
PACKED BONDS
A bond election in Granger could mean a new high school campus, buses, upgrades and more — including a new place for Friday night lights. On Feb. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Granger ISD baseball and softball players practice prior to their respective games during the 2021 season. Both fields are a subject in the proposed bond in this May’s election. Photos by Matt Hooks
PACKED BONDS
Thrall citizens will have a couple of boxes on May ballots affecting their school district. On Feb. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Early voting is underway for the Williamson County primary election. However, local candidates have until Friday, Feb. 18, to file for candidacy in the local election May 7. Photo by Jason Hennington
Candidate filing ends Friday
Community members that wish to run for public office have less than a week to file for candidacy in local elections. Candidate filing ends Friday, Feb. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Peter Wilson, of Georgetown, repairs a power distribution board for a bar-code printer at ICU Medical in Austin. Wilson, a graduate of TSTC’s Industrial Systems - Mechanical Specialization program, was hired last December after completing an apprenticeship during the fall semester. Courtes...
TSTC, Austin company partner for apprenticeship program
HUTTO – For Peter Wilson, of Georgetown, it is the best maintenance job he said he has ever had. “It’s something new every day, and we are constantly learning,” he said. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Debbie Holland was appointed by the Hutto City Council to fill an unexpired term last week.
Hutto welcomes new staff
HUTTO – Last week, the city of Hutto welcomed Angela Walton to the team. Walton was sworn in as the city secretary. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Elizabeth Kahura, originally from Kenya, Africa, is a functional academic aide at Kerely Elementary School, and is responsible for the African Safari Program. Courtesy photo
Teacher owns African safari program
HUTTO – A staff member within Hutto ISD brings a rich cultural experience to the Hutto community. Elizabeth Kahura, functional academic aide at Kerley Elementary School, established the African Safari Program. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
Feeling like more than just part of the crowd
Feeling like more than just part of the crowd
“A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles.” - Washington Irving (1783 – 1859) American short-story writer, essayist, biographer, historian, and diplomat. 02/16/2022 07:38 AM
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