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Esther Yolanda Alcocer

Esther Yolanda Alcocer

Esther Yolanda Alcocer, of Taylor, passed away April 9, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1936. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, I’ve always valued the Viewpoints or Opinions section of newspapers for the stimulation to make me think. I’ve thought a lot about the cartoon in the paper on Sunday. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Taylor Press announces a rate increase effective May 1, 2023

Taylor Press announces a rate increase effective May 1, 2023

To our readers and advertisers, Inflation is at a 40-year high. Gas prices are on a roller coaster. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Choose happy

“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” —Wayne Dyer Negativity is contagious. We have seen this over and over again. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Part 1 — Knowing one’s limits

Part 1 — Knowing one’s limits

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason.hennington@ granitemediapartners. com. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

House OKs $302 billion budget

House OKs $302 billion budget

The Texas House approved a $302 billion budget last week that included an amendment prohibiting the use of state money on private school tuition — a major setback to Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to establish a school voucher system. The Austin American-Statesman reported that more than 20 Republicans joined nearly all House Democrats to pass the amendment, while 11 lawmakers voted present. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

The Rams taking a team picture after a round of golf. Freshmen Kolbe Barta (left) and David Pena, junior Brady Altman, Coach Rick Cobia, Principal Heidi Altman, Coach Traci Zimmerhanzel, freshmen Sydney Zimmerhanzel, Mercy Barta and Leah Altman. Courtesy Photo

St. Mary’s hits the green at state

AZLE – The St. Mary’s Rams High School golf team traveled to Azle, this past Tuesday to compete in the Texas Christian Athletic Fellowship at the Cross Timbers Golf Course. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Nick Treuter focusing in on the ball before recording a base hit and scoring a run. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Ducks trample Buffaloes in extra innings

GIDDINGS – Sound defense and timely offense helped the Taylor Ducks fly past the Giddings Buffaloes for their 19th win of the season. The Ducks overcame the big obstacle of giving up six runs in the fourth inning to take home a 10-7 win on the road. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

The Iron Disaster

The Iron Disaster

YOUR GREATEST WEALTH IS YOUR HEALTH | by Dr. Cindy Steward Paid Advertisement. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Lady Ducks 4x200 M Relay team Azalie Balusek, Zakaya Frederick, Kaleigh Woods, Emma Whitsel taking a picture after winning the district championship. Courtesy Photo

Speedy Ducks grab district titles

The Taylor Ducks boys and girls track team competed at the District 22-4A Track Meet at Taylor High School and they walked away with a couple of district championship wins. The Ducks also had multiple athletes qualify for the area meet, putting them one step closer to the state championship. 04/15/2023 07:00 AM

Luminaries on the Square will be held this from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 14, at Heritage Square. The event is a time to honor, recognize and remember anyone who has battled cancer. Photo by Jason Hennington

Luminaries on the Square Friday

A local event this Friday will shine a light on those who have or are battling cancer. The second annual Luminaries on the Square will be held Friday, April 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

City to revisit events rules

City to revisit events rules

In the wake of last year’s dueling parades, the city has been attempting for months to implement guidelines for large-scale gatherings. And this week, they will introduce a new ordinance that could do just that. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Photos by Kendra Maness and Shareeta Fairley

The hunt for fun

Easter weekend was a time to hunt for fun in Taylor. On Saturday, April 8, the city and Frontier Bank hosted the annual Easter Egg Hunt in Heritage Square. With more then 10,000 eggs filled with candy and prizes, the park was filled with families there to hunt eggs and meet the Easter Bunny. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Renderings of the 50,000 square foot Academy Sports + Outdoors slated for Hutto. Photo source Hutto City Hall

Academy Sports + Outdoors on its way to Hutto

HUTTO – The announcement that Academy Sports + Outdoors will break ground this month on their new location was met with cheers from the audience at the April 6 City Council meeting. Austin Alvis, president of NewQuest Properties, told council that the national chain hopes to open in Townwest Commons no later than next spring. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

New Hippos officially sign with school district

New Hippos officially sign with school district

HUTTO – Signing day is significant for athletes moving on to the next level, but it had a different meaning for some new Hippos. On Friday, March 31, Hutto ISD held a signing day, offering intent to hire letters to seven spring student teachers and one fall student teacher. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

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