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Connie Zycha of Austin Telco Federal Credit Union, waves after taking a pie to the face Oct. 20 at Heritage Square Park Photos by Catherine Mcgary

Pies in the face for polio

A group of community leaders in Taylor got their faces messy to fight polio during the Music on Main concert Thursday Oct. 20 at Heritage Square Park. 10/26/2022 09:18 AM

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Nosferatu Movie Screening

The Public Arts Advisory Board invites the public to a frightfilled evening as they show the classic movie Nosferatu with music featured during the film being played live by members of the Central Texas Philharmonic. 10/26/2022 09:18 AM

Applications and donations sought for Operation Red Santa

Applications and donations sought for Operation Red Santa

The Taylor Fire Department and the Taylor Professional Firefighters Association are teaming up to offer the Red Santa Program to ensure Taylor-area children have toys for Christmas and their families have food for a holiday dinner. 10/26/2022 09:18 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10/26/2022 09:18 AM

Rams Elementary boys team poses with the 1st place trophy at the Austin Athletic Association Cross Country meet. Courtesy Photo

St. Mary's Elementary and Middle School cross country results

The St. Mary’s Catholic School Elementary and Jr. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM 1

Chinese Pistache is a Texas native-adaptive tree, one that isn’t native to an area, but it grows like it is native.

A second Spring

Fall in Central Texas feels more like a second spring, but with a decrease in daylight. With the drop in overnight temperatures, it’s finally cool enough to be able to plant again. Fall is the best time for planting trees, shrubs and perennials since there is just enough time for plants to establish a strong root system before going dormant over the winter. 10/22/2022 09:48 AM

Taylor Area Businesswomen President Charlotte Albert unloads Bingo gifts to Senior Citizens Coordinator Dorothy Fischer.

TAB hears about United Seniors of Taylor

At the August meeting of the Taylor Area Businesswomen, the organization heard more about local senior citizens. The meeting opened with a prayer from Brenda Cox followed by minutes and the treasurer’s report. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Businesswomen donate to Honor Guard Academy

Businesswomen donate to Honor Guard Academy

The Taylor Fire Department Honor Guard Academy was held Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Williamson County Expo Center. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Thrall NHS inducts new members

Thrall NHS inducts new members

THRALL – The Thrall Chapter of the National Honor Society welcomed 16 new members Wednesday, Oct. 6. Returning members also participated and officers spoke on the importance of character, scholarship, leadership and service. Korie Dutschmann is the chapter sponsor. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Firefighter Colton Brock shows students a tool that firefighters sometimes use during emergencies.

FIREFIGHTERS VISIT ST. MARY’S

St. Mary’s Catholic School had some special guests earlier this week. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

COLLEGE BOARD HONORS

COLLEGE BOARD HONORS

Thirteen Taylor High School students have been recognized by the College Board for outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 and/or AP Exams throughout their high school career. Those students are Brennan Zupfer, Elaine Cervenka, Jaden Rush, Kaitlyn Baum, Miguel Ruiz, Rebecca Courtney, Rose Simons, Soryna McIntire, Yahir Cancel, Zane Talavera and Jett VanBrocklin. Not pictured are Luke Thompson and Bethany Robles. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

GOOD NEWS

BY ISABELLA TEBEAU “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” — Coretta Scott King This week, I want to give a big shoutout to Rick Early. Rick is a person who believes in community. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

The annual pumpkin patch is open through the end of the month at the First United Methodist Church of Taylor.

During the rest of the month of October, the First United Methodist Church of Taylor is hosting their annual Pumpkin Patch in front of their church at 907 W. Lake Drive in Taylor. This is a family-friendly event with many photo opportunities, plus craft items and baked goods for sale, and of course, PUMPKINS! 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

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