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After sunset, luminaries were lit to shine light on Heritage Square. Photo by Mikeska Brands
The light of life
Last week, a local organization shined a light or rather many lights to honor, encourage and remember anyone who has battled cancer. During the event, Heritage Square was lined with luminaries, which are bags with lights inside to represent the fight against cancer. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM
Jarvis Anderson, since coming home to Taylor, has escalated the excitement of track and field by leaps and bounds with his long and triple jump events. Photo by Matt Hooks
Following the dream
Taylor Duck track and field athlete Jarvis Anderson continues to leave his imprint on the sport. This past March, Anderson broke the school track and field record in the 300-meter hurdles at the Texas Relays with a time of 37.27, a record that stood for nearly 40 years. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM
Early voting underway in Hutto
Early voting underway in Hutto
HUTTO – Early voting in Hutto began Monday, April 25. Hutto City Hall is not a early voting location. The early voting location in the City of Hutto is Wilco Hutto Annex, located at 321 Ed Schmidt Blvd., Suite 100. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM
Hutto campus renovations done in April
Hutto campus renovations done in April
HUTTO – In April, Hutto ISD has held multiple ribbon cutting ceremonies to celebrate the recent completion of renovations at three campuses across the district. The project included additions, renovations and modernizations to Hutto Elementary, Farley Middle School and Hutto Middle School. 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
At the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Devin Padavil, Taylor ISD superintendent, talks about the concerns and objectives related to growth in Taylor. Photos by Jason Hennington
Taylor ISD sees more growth ahead, chamber hears
Taylor schools are inching closer to running out of room, which means the community will soon need to start talking about building new campuses, the superintendent said. That was the word from Taylor Independent School District Superintendent Devin Padavil during the recent monthly luncheon of the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM
Kelley McRae
Blackland Prairie Days set for May 7
Get ready for the return of Blackland Prairie Days Saturday, May 7. Officials say it’s one of Taylor’s most anticipated celebrations honoring the region’s agricultural roots with plenty of food, fun and frolic. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM
The Queen of Green Emma Whitsel (second from left) was area champion in the 100-meter hurdles and broke the school record once again running a 15.26 and advancing to the regional meet. Photos Courtesy Shelli Cobb and Earven Flowers
QUACK TRACK QUALIFIES
The Ducks and Lady Ducks track and field teams continued their push to the state meet this past Thursday, April 21 at the District 19-20 4A area championships. A total of 15 Taylor athletes will advance to the regional round Friday and Saturday, April 29-30. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM
Early voting in Taylor begins April 29, while it begins April 25 in other areas of East Williamson County. Photo by Jason Hennington
Early voting starts late in Taylor
Local elections are set for Saturday, May 7. The city of Taylor has one contested race – District 1 between incumbent Gerald Anderson and Stan Werner. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM
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