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Barbara Leschber reads to elementary class as a volunteer for the Williamson County Retired Teachers Association. She taught at Taylor High School for 43 years before retiring in 2015. Photos courtesy of Tim Crow

Heavenly teachings

The Taylor community is still mourning the loss of a teacher who was known for her elegant style, vivid colors and bright sparkles everyday. Barbara Leschber made a lasting impression on those who worked closely with her as someone who was unique, loyal and dedicated to the Taylor Independent School District. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Main Street Elementary students and staff record a video that will be sent as a greeting to Capt. Stephen Bowen in space. Photo courtesy of Taylor ISD

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Aug. 30 e-edition of the Taylor Press. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Members of the O.L. Price High School class of 1965 gathered together for their 58th class reunion Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Dickey Givens Community Center in Fannie Robinson Park. In attendance were (front row, from left) Emma Jacobs, Janie Alexander, Annie Penson, Ethel Cook, Delores Elli...

PANTHERS UNITED

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For information on joining these or any Chamber meeting or committee, email admin@huttochamber.com.

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Goin' to the spiritual gym

Goin’ to the spiritual gym!

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Events

ACTIVITIES ABOUND

This Saturday, Sept. 9, there are Taylor events happening. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Granger Annual Bazaar Sept. 3

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Tax deadline

TIMELINE TO TAX DEADLINE

JANUARY 2023 – The city publishes a report showing road maintenance will cost approximately $1.4 million per year. Only $300,000 was originally budgeted for 2023. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Hutto resident Nicole Calderon presents the mayor with bananas to illustrate her view of city council’s behavior. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

Road maintenance underfunded in City budget

HUTTO – In a budget that allocated $3 million for improvements to Fritz Park, only $750,000 was set aside for maintaining city streets. The $351 million fiscal year 2024 budget presented by city staff found room for items including a new street sweeper and a shower being installed in City Hall, but fell short of the approximately $1.2 million staff said was needed for road maintenance. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Barbara Jean Menning Leschber

Barbara Jean Menning Leschber

Barbara Jean Menning Leschber, 78, of Taylor, went to her eternal home after a valiant fight against cancer. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Sunday morning, Aug. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Harvey Jay Sladek

Harvey Jay Sladek

Harvey Jay Sladek, 86, of Thrall, left us Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, creating a void that his vibrant life had once filled. Born June 19, 1937, in Thrall, Harvey was a cherished child of Albert and Sophie Sladek. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Pink hair, golden heart

Pink hair, golden heart

We have a couple that are regulars where I work. The gentleman, seeing that my hair color was fading and knowing how often I color my hair, posed the question of what color I was going next. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave

Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave

The agency that operates the power grid for much of the state asked Texans to conserve energy use several times last week as the grid was beset with high demand and low wind-power generation, according to the Austin American-Statesman. 09/02/2023 08:48 AM

Thrall High School varsity volleyball senior Melaina Grissom concentrates on the ball during the Tigerettes’ home match on Aug. 22 vs. Troy High School. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Tigerettes sweep pair of matches

09/02/2023 01:39 AM

Hutto High School varsity volleyball junior Isabella Orton goes up to spike the ball on Aug. 29 during the Lady Hippos’ home match win over Georgetown East View High School. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Lady Hippos volleyball handles business over East View

09/02/2023 01:37 AM