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Students and faculty members from Texas State Technical College joined other state postsecondary students and instructors for the Texas delegation meeting for the 59th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference on Monday, June 19, in Atlanta, Georgia. The meeting took place...
TSTC students begin SkillsUSA national conference in Georgia
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – On Monday, June 19, students and faculty members representing seven of Texas State Technical College’s 10 campuses traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for this week’s 59th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
(From left) Brandt Rydell, the mayor of Taylor, Michele Glaze, communications & community affairs head for Samsung Austin Semiconductor, Bryan Bracewell, Southside Market & Barbecue owner, and Chris Cervini, Austin Community College’s vice chancellor for community affairs, discuss...
METT Summit Series: Workforce development
ELGIN — Public and private partnerships and planning are key to meeting workforce needs and developing vibrant communities for small and large businesses alike in the Manor, Elgin and Taylor area. This was the theme of a panel discussion of experts in business, education and government at the first ever METT Summit held at the Elgin Recreation Center May 18, which was organized by the Manor, Elgin and Taylor chambers of commerce. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
At last year’s Pride festival, Sheyenne Alverez enjoys the music while also serving as a member of the Parasol Patrol. Photo by Jason Hennington
Taylor Pride secured for Saturday’s festival
Safety is one of the main concerns for Taylor Pride this weekend as members and allies fill downtown this Saturday. The 2023 Taylor Pride Music and Arts Festival will be held Saturday, June 24, from 2 to 9 p.m. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
The rebirth of the parade drew a crowd in the downtown area. There were 15 participants in the parade including four cars and five walking entries along with Taylor police and firefighters.
Parading to freedom
Although Juneteenth was first recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, the Taylor community has hosted events to celebrate the historic day. This year, the celebrations spanned over two days, and included the return of the Juneteenth parade. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
A rendering of upscale shopping area Project ESLO. Source: City of Hutto
Ire over incentives in Hutto
HUTTO — While economic development advisors tout “you have to spend money to make money,” residents are starting to ask “how much is too much?” when it comes to city incentives and tax abatements. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
City leaders to address fiber digging concerns at council meeting
City leaders to address fiber digging concerns at council meeting
Residents unhappy about their yards being dug up in the city’s right-of-way for a new fiber optic internet network will have a chance to hear an update on the project to increase broadband capacity throughout the city. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM
Granger High School varsity baseball senior pitcher Nathan Tucker gets set on the mound on March 7 during the Lions’ 5-1 home victory vs. Bremond High School. Photo courtesy of Granger ISD
Tyree, Tucker set to play in THSBCA All-Star Game
ROUND ROCK – Two local boys will have the honor of taking the baseball field one last time for their respective schools at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 when Cohen Tyree of Taylor High School and Nathan Tucker of Granger High School play in the 2023 Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Game hosted at Dell Diamond. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
The Ducks sixth through ninth-grade group poses for a photo at the Taylor High School main gym on June 15 following the Boys Summer Basketball Camp. Photo by Andrew Salmi
Taylor hosts annual boys' youth basketball camp
The Ducks hosted its annual boys’ basketball summer camp on June 12–15 under varsity basketball head coach Stephen Gibson. The camp was considered a success and Gibson is very eager to bring the camp back next year with even greater numbers. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
The Taylor High School girls’ varsity basketball team and Lady Ducks’ coaches gather on Tuesday, June 13 prior to a scrimmage at home vs. Bastrop High School. Photo by Andrew Salmi
Lady Ducks basketball active for summer league
The Taylor High School girls’ varsity basketball team was in action on Tuesday night as the Lady Ducks had scrimmages against Lago Vista High School and Bastrop High School. Head coach Lawrence Bailey’s squad was able to get in plenty of reps for the starters and bench players in the two games, which featured summer league rules and two 20-minute halves with a running clock. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
What happens if you don’t sleep?
What happens if you don’t sleep?
Paid Advertisement When you don’t get enough sleep, you may increase your risk of certain cancers, diabetes and even car accidents. Your heart suffers: • Your cancer risk increases (breast cancer, colorectal cancer and prostate cancer). 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
What it takes to be a dad
What it takes to be a dad
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is not the opinion of the Taylor Press. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
Central figure in Paxton case charged
Central figure in Paxton case charged
The Austin real estate developer who is at the heart of Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment was arraigned on eight federal charges Friday, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Nate Paul was arrested by the FBI on Thursday. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
The extra mile is never crowded
The extra mile is never crowded
Over the past two weeks, we have received a lot of shoutouts for people who walked the extra mile. “I’d like to give a huge shoutout to Robert, a Subway employee working right now serving a long line by himself and keeping a positive attitude.” - Julianne Guzman Flores “Duck Plumbing deserves a shout out. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
Joe Diaz Jr.
Joe Diaz Jr.
Joe Diaz Jr., 71, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 11, 2023, surrounded by his wife and family. Joe was born in Taylor, to Virginia Gonzales and Joe Diaz Sr. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
Elva Ruth Duncan
Elva Ruth Duncan
Elva Ruth Duncan, age 95, of Texarkana, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2023. Duncan was born Oct. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM
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