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Council OKs compensation committee
Council OKs compensation committee
The Taylor City Council is one step closer to getting a highly-contested pay raise – or not. At the June 8 meeting, councilmen approved a fivemember committee to explore the compensation issue, compare what other similar cities do and make a recommendation. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Common places where mosquitos can find enough water for breeding. Source: www.rileycountyks.gov
West Nile Virus found in Wilco
GEORGETOWN – A mosquito in Georgetown has tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to a notification sent out by Williamson County Agricultural Extension Agent Gary Pasturneck. As of June 3, only Williamson County and Tarrant County have found infected mosquitoes, with Tarrant County having trapped 13. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Hunter Crump (far right), showing the smile he was known for, poses for a photo at his graduation from Taylor High School in 2022. Photo by Tim Crow
GONE TOO SOON
Hunter Crump’s mom speaks out on the anniversary of son’s fentanyl poisoning COUPLAND — Last Sunday, a group gathered at the Crump family’s 7-acre property for a balloon release to celebrate what should have been Hunter Crump’s 19th birthday. “Happy birthday, baby boy,” said his mother Kimberly Crump, as her bouquet of purple and turquoise balloons floated heavenward. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Taylor High School’s Academic Decathlon team returned from regional, state and national competitions this year with a large number of medals, scholarship money and a national ranking. Coach Vicki Rowe is shown with team scholars Zane Talavera, Kenny Calvo, Jaden Rush, Lluvia Allen-Correa,...
Taylor ACDEC reflects on national ranking
The Taylor High School Academic Decathlon team finished the school year ranked third in Texas and third in the United States. Long known for their high achievements, the current team and their coach, Vicki Rowe, recently took a moment to reflect on their national ranking, and the long-standing tradition of success that continues today. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Photo by Tim Crow
STUDENTS EXCEL IN ANIMAL SCIENCE
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Trevor Wuensche accepts the Denisse Wuensche Scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Photos by Ryan Newsom
Taylor seniors receive over $145K in local scholarships
The Taylor community awarded 68 scholarships, totaling over $145,000, to Taylor High School seniors during the 2023 scholarship awards ceremony. While the number of scholarships has increased over the years, several have been in existence for a long time. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Taylor ISD Superintendent Devin Padavil and Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Patschke congratulate five of the six paraprofessionals elevating their careers to teaching positions for next school year. At the event were (from left), Patschke, Eliza Ackerman, Kylie Oglesby, Robyn Fernandez,...
Six elevate careers in Taylor ISD
Taylor Independent School District held a signing ceremony to congratulate six paraprofessionals on elevating their careers from paraprofessional roles to full-time teaching positions for the 2023-24 school year. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
The American Legion Graham D. Luhn Post 39 provides an annual scholastic excel award to the top boy and top girl of each eighth-grade class. This year’s recipients are Ben Bachmayer and Callie Kloppe. Photo by Jason Hennington
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, June 7, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Dr. Ron Braley Guest Columnist
The Supernatural God: Let’s go all Apocalypse!
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
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 highquality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https:// www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
TUCKER’S LAW
TUCKER’S LAW
Last month, Tucker’s Law, which requires Texas schools to provide education about fentanyl awareness and prevention for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, passed during the 88th legislative session and is awaiting the signature of Gov. Greg Abbott, thanks in large part to the efforts of Texans Against Fentanyl. TXAF Founder Stefanie Turner said previously she has gotten pushback when trying to speak about her son Tucker’s story at his own school district, but she hopes that the new bill named in his honor will change situations like that. “The fentanyl epidemic is largely impacting our youth,” Turner said. “Bringing in awareness and education to the 5.3 million students in Texas public schools is the safest and most effective way in changing the trajectory of fentanyl use and poisonings.” Turner said parents who have lost children to fentanyl poising coming together through TXAF offers healing as they work to protect other people in the community through raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and other measures. “We always say, I wish I never met you, but I am glad I did,” Turner said. “There is power in community and holding onto that space.” 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Anton “Tony” L. Kaderka Jr.
Anton “Tony” L. Kaderka Jr.
Anton “Tony” L. Kaderka Jr., 73, passed away May 30, 2023, at his home in Granger. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Sarah Elizabeth Larson
Sarah Elizabeth Larson
Sarah Elizabeth Larson was born March 6, 1985, in Georgetown. On Sunday morning, May 28, she passed away peacefully at her home in Taylor, following a lengthy illness. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Linda Irene Stalsby
Linda Irene Stalsby
Linda Irene Stalsby, 75, was born June 27, 1947, in Taylor. Linda passed away in her sleep June 6, 2023, at Cedar Pointe Health Wellness Center. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
Gary Borders Texas Press Association
Abbott, Patrick spar over tax relief
Gov. Greg Abbott late last week warned lawmakers to be prepared for several special sessions to pass a tax reform bill that he will accept, as well as a school voucher plan that failed to pass during the regular session. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM
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