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The extra mile is never crowded
The extra mile is never crowded
A few weeks ago I got a call from a lady sounding very upset. She was asking if I had any available appointments for a regular french manicure that day, and more specifically if I would take a handicap client. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
St. Mary's Catholic School varsity football huddles around coach Rick Cobia during a 2022 preseason scrimmage. Photos by Evan Hale
St. Mary’s Football begins practices
The six-man season is also upon the city of Taylor as the St. Mary’s Catholic School varsity football team began practice this week in preparation for their upcoming scrimmages. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
Taylor and Thrall varsity volleyball teams play in a head-to-head scrimmage on Friday, Aug. 4 at the Taylor High School gymnasium. Photo by Andrew Salmi
Lady Ducks, Tigeretts volleyball start scrimmages
Taylor and Thrall High School volleyball squads were in action on Friday morning as the Lady Ducks hosted area teams for multiple scrimmages at the Taylor High School gymnasium. Manor New Tech and Round Rock Christian Academy were also in attendance as all four schools got their varsity and junior varsity teams some valuable preseason experience before Aug. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
FELINE THE BURN
FELINE THE BURN
This past weekend, visitors of the S.P.J.S.T. Lodge practiced their purr-fect yoga poses. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
City expands fire services to the ETJ
City expands fire services to the ETJ
As Taylor grows, the need for expanded fire service protection is growing as well. At the July 27 regular meeting, the Taylor City Council approved a resolution to extend fire service provision within the next 60 days to an eight-square mile area of the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction that is not currently covered by Williamson County Emergency Services District No. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Granger ISD breaks ground on new high school
Granger ISD breaks ground on new high school
GRANGER – Granger Independent School District honored the past, present and future as the district broke ground on a new building. A groundbreaking ceremony was held for its new high school location Tuesday, Aug. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Commissioners approve contract with theater
Commissioners approve contract with theater
GEORGETOWN — The Williamson County Courthouse will open its doors to a local business in September and October. The Commissioners Court approved a contract with Georgetown Palace Theatre to use the 26th District Courtroom to produce a play during its meeting July 25. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Actor and Christian activist Kirk Cameron and former competitive swimmer Riley Gaines will visit the Taylor Public Library, 801 Vance Street, to read BRAVE books. Courtesy photo
Celebrity visit could bring controversy
A celebrity will visit Taylor this weekend, but he may experience more than he planned due to the recent culture wars in Eastern Williamson County. See You at the Library will be held at 2 p.m Saturday, Aug. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Golfers drive home businesses
Golfers drive home businesses
The Hutto Chamber of Commerce tee’d off to last week with the Driving Business Forward Golf Tournament. The event brought together local business leaders to enjoy friendly competition and networking on the greens. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
HIPPO BITES
HIPPO BITES
Board to discuss armed guards HUTTO – On Aug. 10, the Hutto Independent School District board of trustees will discuss the district’s response to the new House Bill 3. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
TATA serves up fun
TATA serves up fun
Many people believe sports brings people together, the members of the Taylor Area Tennis Association proved it. Last week, TAT partnered with Samsung, Taylor Independent School District and the city of Taylor for the inaugural Building Friendships and Having Fun tournament at Murphy Park. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Interim superintendent named for Coupland ISD
Interim superintendent named for Coupland ISD
COUPLAND – At the June 26, CCO meeting, held in the Fellowship Hall of St. Peter’s Church of Coupland, residents heard a presentation by retired Hollywood cameraman Cal Roberts. He worked at Warner Brothers for 40 years, and his films include Speed, Top Gun, Lethal Weapon, Gran Torino and Jurassic Park. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Wildfire chances increasing across state
Wildfire chances increasing across state
The risk for wildfires across the state has risen along with the hot and dry conditions, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. “With the recent uptick in wildfire activity, Texas A&M Forest Service has mobilized additional personnel and equipment to assist with response,” said Wes Moorehead, Texas A&M Forest Service fire chief. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
Don’t let a little dust blowing bother you
Don’t let a little dust blowing bother you
“I’m a-goiri where the dust storms never blow.” — Song lyrics, “Ain’t Gonna Be Treated This Way,” American folk singer Woody Guthrie. While in the West Texas city of Abilene a couple of weeks ago, I spent time visiting familiar landmarks. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ARREST REPORT
TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ARREST REPORT
It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 08/02/2023 07:02 AM
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