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Jorge Luis Serna Jr.

Suspected gunman arrested

A man suspected of stalking down a street, repeatedly firing a rifle and then shooting at police surrendered peacefully after a tense late-night standoff, investigators said. No one was hurt and officers never returned fire, officials said. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Children kick off use of the new soccer mini-pitch Saturday morning. The court can be used for individual and pickup soccer games. Photos by Kendra Maness

LET’S KICK IT

Last week, city officials were in attendance with citizens and soccer players to kick-off the opening of the Murphy Park Soccer Mini-Pitch. The new amentity at the park includes a small, illumiated, customized hardcourt space for individual and pickup soccer games. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Governor OKs Texas CHIPS Act

Governor OKs Texas CHIPS Act

On Thursday, June 8, Gov. Greg Abbott approved the Texas CHIPS Act, which will create the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund, that will subsidize companies that manufacture chips in Texas and provide matching funds to universities and other state entities that invest in chip design or manufacturing projects. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

City receives interest-free loan

City receives interest-free loan

In a move calculated to save taxpayers money, the Taylor City Council approved issuing Certificates of Obligation that will save the city over $4.6 million in interest expenses on a $5 million loan. In April, the city published its intent to issue $5,090,000 in COs. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Taylor Fire Chief Daniel Baum (right) is welcomed with a handshake by Area Editor Jason Hennington. Photo by Grace Horvath

Taylor fire chief: More personnel, facilities needed

In early 2023, the Taylor Fire Department completed its strategic plan, but the next crucial step is to find funding to keep up with the city’s needs for fire services. Such was the message from Chief Daniel Baum during his repeat appearance on “Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington” June 12. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Jorge Luis Serna Jr.

Suspect arrested after shooting at police

06/15/2023 10:56 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. Booths provide high-quality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

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Hutto Fish Fry Fundraiser

Saturday, June 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hutto Lutheran Church will host a fish fry fundraiser at Fritz Park, 400 Park Avenue. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

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2023 Preserving History Award Soiree

Friday, June 16, is a special day for Taylor. The Taylor Conservation & Heritage Society will be hosting an Award Soiree at the Black Sparrow from 5 to 8 p.m., 113 W. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

Members of the Taylor High School varsity football team and coaches celebrate on Saturday, June 10 after defeating Yoakum High School 20-19 at Yoe Field in Cameron following a 7-on-7 state qualifying tournament. Photos by Andrew Salmi

Ducks football qualifies for 7-on-7 state tournament

CAMERON – The Taylor High School varsity football team’s hard work on a scorching hot day was properly rewarded on Saturday, June 10 as the Ducks went 3-1 at the 7-on-7 state qualifying tournament hosted by Cameron Yoe High School. With their final victory of the day, the Ducks were able to qualify for the upcoming Dave Campbell’s Texas Football 7-on-7 State Tournament on June 22-23 held at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

Coach Wells goes over a training schedule for the 5th grade team. Photos by Edie Zuvanich

Dark Horse rides to success

HUTTO – Next month, area eigth–grade basketball players will be called on to defend the United States as teams from countries around the world gallop in to Round Rock to take on reigning international champs Dark Horse Hoops from Hutto. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

Taylor athletics continues its busy summer

Taylor athletics continues its busy summer

The Ducks and Lady Ducks continue to be hard at work with the youth and high school programs at Taylor and have already made it to the middle of June. Taylor just had its first Lady Patos Soccer Camp for both girls and boys over the weekend under head coach Joel Flores. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

Lady Ducks cheer has

Lady Ducks cheer has a great week at TCU

FORT WORTH – Taylor High School cheerleaders and head coach Tracie Donahue had a very active week on June 7–10 as the Lady Ducks took part in a Universal Cheerleaders Association camp hosted at Texas Christian University. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

Elva Ruth Duncan

Elva Ruth Duncan

Elva Ruth Duncan, age 95, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord June 11, 2023. Duncan was born Oct. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM