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Hutto automotive career students Liz Salcedo, Aniya Sifuentes, Xander Vogel and Gabriel Carrero competed in the SkillsUSA state championships in automotive categories. Photo courtesy of Hutto Independent School District
Hutto automotive students win at state
HUTTO – Hutto Automotive Skills Students brought home top prizes from the SkillsUSA State Competition March 30. The competition focuses on excellence in various technical careers. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Dr. Robert Sormani Photo courtesy of Hutto Independent School District
HIPPO BITES
Sormani leaving Hutto for Manor HUTTO – Dr. Robert Sormani, associate superintendent for instruction and innovation at Hutto Independent School District, has been named as the lone finalist in Manor ISD’s search for a new district superintendent. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
One or two inches of compost on existing beds will refresh the soil by adding nutrients, breaking up heavy clay and improving moisture retention. Courtesy photo
Springing forward
Spring planting in central Texas might be the most anticipated time of the year for all gardeners. April is the ideal time to plant summer fruiting plants and seeds. We can plant green beans, beets, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, pumpkins, radishes, squas, and watermelons. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
I’ll just add, ‘Amen, Mom
I’ll just add, ‘Amen, Mom
G “Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life.” — Wayne Dyer (1940 – 2015), American self-help author and motivational speaker. “So, your mom was in the newspaper business and earned the nickname, Inky,” someone who knew my mother remarked last week. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Child Welfare Board to host casino night
Child Welfare Board to host casino night
Come out, have some fun and support a good cause Saturday, April 22, as the Friends of the Williamson County Child Welfare Board host a Casino Night fundraiser to benefit Williamson County children in CPS care. The event will be held at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail in Taylor. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
St. Mary’s Middle School students competed in solo and ensemble competition March 25, in Austin. Courtesy photo
St. Mary's plays tunes of success at competition
AUSTIN – Four St. Mary’s Catholic School middle school students from Taylor traveled to St. Andrew's Episcopal School in Austin for solo and ensemble contest on March 25. Students could be ranked as a 1, 2 or 3 in their specific competition. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Technical College’s East Williamson County campus attended the Spring 2023 Industry Job Fair hosted by TSTC’s Waco campus on Tuesday, March 21. Photo courtesy of TSTC
TSTC students, alumni meet prospective employees at job fair
HUTTO – Several students from Texas State Technical College’s East Williamson County campus attended the Spring 2023 Industry Job Fair Tuesday, March 21, at TSTC’s Waco campus. The event was spread out across the Waco campus to include the Col. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
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Break the Silence 3K Walk/Run this Saturday
This weekend, a newly formed child advocacy organization spearheaded by Taylorites is inviting families to a morning of exercise, giveaways, information booths, live music, kid’s activities and lunch—all completely free of charge And while organizers promise fun for all ages, the point is to address the serious problem of childhood sexual abuse and to provide information on where families can get help and support. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Darrell Glenn Pf luger
Darrell Glenn Pf luger
Darrell Glenn Pfluger, 77, passed away April 4, 2023. He was born June 4, 1945, in Pflugerville. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Esther Yolanda Alcocer
Esther Yolanda Alcocer
Esther Yolanda Alcocer, of Taylor, passed away April 9, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1936. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
Are we missing your civic organization? Submit your group’s info to [email protected] or by calling 512-352-8535. KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Taylor Rotary Club Meals on Wheels At noon, The Taylor Rotary Club delivers Meals on Wheels the third Thursday of the month out of the Taylor Senior Center, Lone Star Circle of Care, 1301 W. Fourth St. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
Saturday, May 6 — From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Historic Downtown Taylor celebrate Taylor’s rich cultural heritage hosted by the Czech Melody Masters. The event will feature horticultural speakers and demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, food booths, children’s activities and live entertainment. All proceeds go to the Taylor Main Street program for revitalization activities for historic preservation, business promotion and economic development. Contact Main Street Manager Jan Harris at 512-352-3463. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM
Household Hazardous Waste Event
Household Hazardous Waste Event
On Saturday, April 15, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Williamson County and Waste Management will host a Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Event at the Williamson County Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail, Taylor. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM