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Gov. Greg Abbott (sitting, centered) begins a press conference to announce the Samsung investment in Taylor at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin Nov. 23, 2021. Photo by Jason Hennington
Samsung: Year 1 in Taylor
After one year of Samsung’s presence in Taylor, the city has concrete evidence of a significant upswing in revenue coming into its coffers, and other economic benefits. “When Samsung announced the selection of Taylor as the site for its new semiconductor fabrication plant, the council understood it represented a transformative event in the history of our city,” said Mayor Brandt Rydell, who was instrumental in bringing the chip manufacturer to Taylor. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM
Congregants Nell Shaw, wearing the favorite hat of her late husband, takes a break with Bernice Seamster at the Nov. 19 Thanksgiving meal event . Photos by Nicole Lessin
GIVING THANKS and Love
City teams up with Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church to provide warm Thanksgiving meals to people in need It was cold and rainy outside, but frequent hugs, smiles and steaming trays of green beans and other Thanksgiving meal components filled the room with warmth. Congregants from Zion Chapel Missionary Baptist Church joined forces with local leaders, including Mayor Brandt Rydell, the Taylor Fire and Police departments and other city employees, Saturday, Nov. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM
Hutto Check Register Now Online
Hutto Check Register Now Online
HUTTO — Curious locals and community activists who want to know how much the city spends on its coffee service or how much is being paid to a certain supplier now have an easy way to find out. Hutto has put their check register online so that anyone who is interested can see where taxpayer funds are going. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM
The Pecan Manor bed and breakfast will be another site on the tour Courtesy photo by Janetta McCoy
Christmas homes tour returns Dec. 3 and 4
After a four-year hiatus due to COVID-19, a beloved holiday tradition returns to Taylor. Once again, the Taylor Conservation and Heritage Society is offering their Christmas Homes Tour Saturday, Dec. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Austin-based soul and funk band Honey Made performs Oct. 29 at the Main Street Car Show in Taylor. The band returns to Taylor Nov. 17 for the conclusion of the Fall’s Music on Main concert series. Facebook/HoneyMadeATX
Fall season of Music on Main concludes Nov. 17 with Honey Made
The Public Arts Advisory Board invites the public to the conclusion of the Fall Music on Main concert series, held in conjunction with the Main Street Third Thursday, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023
Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023
The City of Taylor is looking for citizens who want to learn more about their city for the 2023 LEAD Taylor Program. The program is a community- focused, collaborative program that provides participants an in-depth look at government operations, community planning and awareness, as well the opportunity to learn about Taylor Independent School District, economic development, civic organizations and much more. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Thrall park expansion offers places to grow
Thrall park expansion offers places to grow
THRALL – A $20,000 expansion to Thrall City Park will add space for more families to enjoy small town life, says its mayor, Troy Marx. The addition to the park is under construction and is scheduled to be finished in time for the city’s annual Christmas in the Park event Sunday, Dec. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Volunteers refill a hole with dirt around a new Shumard oak tree Nov. 12 at Heritage Square Park. Photos by Nicole Lessin
Arbor day celebration an investment in Taylor’s future
It was chilly, but perfect fall weather for planting trees. To celebrate Arbor Day, the Taylor Parks and Recreation Department and the Tree Advisory Board came out to Heritage Square Park on the morning of Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
CARING AND GIVING THANKS
CARING AND GIVING THANKS
Dickey Day raises awareness about healthcare opportunities and feeds the community The Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center hosted Dr. Dickey Day Health Fair & Feast of Sharing, its annual celebration of the birthday and legacy of public health advocate Dr. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
City offers second holiday parade, citing inclusivity
City offers second holiday parade, citing inclusivity
Saying they wish to promote inclusivity, city officials have approved a second holiday parade in downtown Taylor on the same day, time and route as a traditional “family-values” procession showcasing biblical themes. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Wastewater averaging has begun for residential utility customers
Wastewater averaging has begun for residential utility customers
Taylor utility customers: now is the time to be mindful of water usage in order to get the lowest possible rate for the wastewater portion of your utility bill for the coming year. For residential customers with a City of Taylor utility bill, the city bases its monthly wastewater charges on the average water consumption • page 1 for three out of the four months of November, December, January, and February. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM
Veteran Archie Moczygemba sits at his Taylor home Sunday, Nov. 6.
WW II veteran feels like the luckiest man alive
11/11/2022 08:27 AM
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