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The district is implementing different measures to boost attendance, including at TH Johnson Elementary School, which has hovered around a 90 percent attendance rate since January. Photo by Ryan Newsom
District seeks to boost attendance rates
Like all school districts in Texas, Taylor Independent School District’s state funding is based on its average daily attendance rates, and the district continues to try and maximize those numbers for this school year. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Harvey Gene Klotz
Harvey Gene Klotz
Harvey Gene Klotz, 86, a long time resident of Austin, went to be with his Heavenly Father April 12, 2023. Harvey was born to Herman Klotz and Louise [Rodenbeck] Klotz, and raised in Thorndale. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Doris Mae (Randig) Nord
Doris Mae (Randig) Nord
Doris Mae (Randig) Nord went to her heavenly home April 16, 2023, at the age of 84. She was born Aug. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Part 2-Knowing one’s limits
Part 2-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. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Mental Health Check-In
Mental Health Check-In
Make sure if you say yes to others, you are not saying no to yourself. Are you making sure everyone around you is okay? But what about you? Checking in with yourself is essential for maintaining your emotional and mental wellbeing, and helps develop self-reflection and self-awareness. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Senate, House begin budget reconciliation process
Senate, House begin budget reconciliation process
The Texas Senate unanimously approved a $308 billion twoyear budget last week, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The next step is to reconcile that budget with one passed earlier by the Texas House. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Daniel Vincent (45) blocking two defenders and opening a big hole for his running back. Courtesy Photo
Rams senior to sign letter of intent
at St. Mary’s High School, senior Daniel Vincent is set to sign a letter of intent to play at the college level. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Emma Whitsel standing on the podium after earning third place in the 100-meeter hurdles. Courtesy photo
Lady Ducks Area track meet results
LA GRANGE – The Taylor Lady Ducks competed at the area track meet in La Grange Friday, April 21, and had a few athletes qualify for the regional meet. The Lady Ducks continued to show improvement, because even though not everyone on the team qualified for the regional meet, they still recorded some new personal bests. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Nate Tucker winding up on the mound before delivering a strike to the batter. Photo By Larry Pelchat
Lions walk it off in season finale
GRANGER – On Tuesday, April 25, the Granger Lions took on the Holland Hornets in a back-and-forth contest that came down to the wire with the Lions coming out on top. The Granger Lions senior Nate Tucker smacked a ball over the fence to give the Lions a 11-10 victory over the Holland Hornets in the final game of the season. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
Mario Aguero using his speed as he rounds the bases and sets his sights on home plate. Photo By Larry Pelchat
Ducks record shutout in season finale
After securing the district title, the Taylor Ducks welcomed the Manor New Tech Titans to Krueger Field Tuesday, April 25 to close out the season in a five-inning game. The Ducks’ stellar pitching was on full display for the home crowd as they only allowed only one hit in the entire game. 04/29/2023 06:50 AM
REACHING FOR THE STARS
REACHING FOR THE STARS
Former NASA astronaut and motivational speaker, Dr. Jose Hernandez, visited Taylor Indepedent School District’s event center April 17, to speak to area students about their future. 04/26/2023 06:47 AM
Johnny Ryder watching the drill, waiting his turn while living his dream in an Aggie uniform. Photos Michelle Messex
Granger football star living childhood dream
GRANGER — Johnny “Friday Night” Ryder is known around town as the star player for the Lions football team, but now he is sporting Texas A&M University gear. Ryder participated in the spring game April 15 for the Aggies and it was a moment he will never forget: the realization of a longtime dream. 04/26/2023 06:47 AM
Council to weigh proposals for more police, new roads
Council to weigh proposals for more police, new roads
Despite unprecedented growth, The Taylor Police Department staffing has not increased in 23 years. But help could be on the way. 04/26/2023 06:47 AM
Glenn Hamer, CEO of the Texas Association of Business, delivers a legislative update to community leaders April 17 at the Taylor Mansion Estate & Crystal Ballroom. Photo by Nicole Lessin
School district incentives a priority during 88th legislative session
With the 88th legislative session in full swing, a high-powered business advocate visited Taylor last week to brief community leaders on the latest happenings in Austin during a time of unprecedented economic growth. 04/26/2023 06:47 AM
The delegation visited with executives from Samsung. (from left) Sung Min Hong (Samsung EVP, Head of Foundry Human Resources Team), Dave Porter (Executive Director, WilCo EDP), Dana Harris (Samsung), Precinct 4 Commissioners Russ Boles, Taylor Mayor Brandt Rydell, President Si Young Choi (...
Williamson County delegation visits South Korea
SOUTH KOREA – A delegation of elected officials, city representatives and economic development executives from Williamson County flew to South Korea last week. As Williamson County is becoming a global destination for corporate relocations, the goal of the trip was to encourage economic development in the county and to meet with key executives at Samsung and other companies that are interested in doing business in Williamson County. 04/26/2023 06:47 AM
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