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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, July 15 — From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Taylor Frontier Bank of Texas will host and supply the Taylor High School Cheerleaders for a car wash fundraiser, 813 N. Main St. Kona Ice will provide free snow cones until supplies last. For more, contact Vice President Community Banking Kim Sander 512-281-1580 or ksander@ frontierbankoftexas.bank. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
FILL THE BUS CAMPAIGN BEGINS
FILL THE BUS CAMPAIGN BEGINS
. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
The Taylor Kiwanis Club was recently recognized for its 100 years of service by the Taylor City Council. Kiwanis President Rev. Travis Summerlin accepts the proclamation from Councilman Mitch Drummond. Also in attendance were Kiwanis secretary Karen Ellis and former Kiwanis president and A...
100 YEARS OF SERVICE RECOGNIZED
. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
Friday, Aug. 11 — From 7:30 to 11 p.m., Taylor Parks & Recreation will play Remember the Titans for their third and final 2023 Movies in the Park event at Taylor Memorial Field, 1213 Davis St. The Taylor Duck football team will have their first scrimmage during the day. At 7:30 p.m., t...
MOVIES IN THE PARK
. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
The meaning of life
The meaning of life
“Deliberately Diverse” represents the individual thoughts and opinions of a group of Taylor friends who almost never completely agree about anything but are gratified by the opportunity to stimulate deliberately diverse discussions in our beloved community. Today’s column represents the thoughts and opinions of Mitch Drummond, NOT the Taylor Press. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
Bruce Dickey, Dr. James Lee Dickey’s grandson, said if anyone deserves to be honored, it’s Dr. Dickey because of his accomplishments and what he meant to the Taylor community. Photo by Jason Hennington
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, July 12, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
On Friday, July 14, temperatures had already hit 100 degrees, and is expected to continue to rise over the next week, and possibly longer. Photo by Jason Hennington
Hot streak could be worst in 10 years
If local forecasts hold, Taylor could have the most consecutive days of 100-degree temperatures in 12 years. The Taylor Texas Weather Network recorded highs from 100 to 104 degrees July 10-13. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
A truck drives along County Road 366 July 13 in Taylor. The road between Carlos G. Parker Boulevard and Chandler Road will close until June 2024 beginning next week. Photo by Nicole Lessin
CR 366 in Taylor to close until June 2024
Due to unsafe driving conditions during construction, County Road 366 will be closed to through traffic until early next summer, officials said. “I would like to have (Public Works Director) Jim (Gray) come and provide some breaking news about County Road 366,” said City Manager Brian LaBorde at the July 13 meeting of the Taylor City Council. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
Taylor’s Chief Financial Officer Jeffrey Wood gives a preliminary presentation of next year’s budget to the City Council at the July 13 meeting. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Proposed budget $14M more than last year
Next year’s total budget of just under $62 million is $14 million more than last year and will allow for new fire and police personnel, parks and recreation projects, expanded drainage improvements and even a part-time curator for the Dan Moody Museum. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
X Games star ID’ed in fatal crash
X Games star ID’ed in fatal crash
WILLIAMSON COUNTYThe two victims of the fatal car crash July 1 have been identified. The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed that the two drivers were Ysidro Garza, 59, from Elgin, and Tatum Sik, 32, from Granbury. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
Horse rider carries a military flag during Thursday’s “Heroes Night” at the 2023 Taylor Annual Rodeo at the Williamson County Expo Center. Photos by Hunter Dworaczyk
ONE LAST RIDE
People wanting to attend the rodeo have just one more chance. This Saturday, July 15, is the last day of the 2023 Taylor Rodeo. 07/15/2023 07:06 AM
Hiring Fair
Hiring Fair
On Saturday, July 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Taylor Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center will host a hiring fair. 07/12/2023 07:43 AM
Second Street Station Grand Opening
Second Street Station Grand Opening
This Thursday is a much-awaited event, the vacant business at Second and Main streets has officially been filled by the Second Street Station, 201 N. Main St. The Station will have a grand opening event from 4 p.m. to midnight. 07/12/2023 07:43 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
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. 07/12/2023 07:43 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 07/12/2023 07:43 AM
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