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Police Chief Jeffrey Yarbrough presents the cities racial profiling report results to city council, March 23.
Police release racial profiling report
EDIE ZUVANICH Special to the Press HUTTO – There were no complaints of racial profiling filed against the Hutto Police Department or any of its officers in 2022, which means the department is in full compliance with the Texas Racial Profiling Law. “In response to (Texas Code of Criminal Procedures Article 3.05), we have policies in place in our department that prohibit officers from engaging in racial profiling or stopping or detaining or searching any individual based upon their race, their background, their sexual orientation, religion or anything,” Chief Jeffrey Yarbrough told City Council during their March 23 meeting. 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
Livingston applications due Friday
Livingston applications due Friday
Applications for the Leo Livingston Fund grant are due Friday, March 31, at 5 p.m. The Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley administers a charitable endowment fund that was created in memory of Leo Livingston by his wife Doris Livingston, benefits nonprofit organizations in the Taylor community. 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
Superintendent Devin Padavil highlights Taylor Independent School District achievements and milestones at the March 20 luncheon sponsored by the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce. Photos by Nicole Lessin
Padavil talks “State of our Schools”
With Samsung Austin Semiconductor on the city’s literal horizon, Taylor Independent School District is embracing the change — and seeking community partners. “I would like all of us in this room to think of ourselves as shareholders,” said Superintendent Devin Padavil at the March 20 “State of Our Schools” luncheon sponsored by the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce held at the event center of Taylor ISD. 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
HAVING A BALL
HAVING A BALL
On a recent Saturday morning, Taylor Independent School District’s 18-Plus Program student Sarai Curiel was trying on different gowns for prom at Cinderella’s Closet, with her mom and younger brother in tow. “I like this one,” Curiel announced as she emerged from the dressing room, wearing a rhinestone-embellished sleeveless dress with a twirly, knee-length tulle skirt and a radiant smile to match. 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
“A Magical Spring Affair” coming up
“A Magical Spring Affair” coming up
Too busy to volunteer as a fairy godmother but still wish to support Cinderella’s Closet in their mission of assisting youths who would otherwise find it difficult to attend their high school prom due to the expense? 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
Jones lawsuit decision affirmed
Jones lawsuit decision affirmed
HUTTO – The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas Austin Division has filed a judgment affirming the outcome of the Odis Jones lawsuit against the city of Hutto. The filing was entered March 21. 03/29/2023 10:01 AM
Anthony Cottrill during one of his dominant games in the paint blows past a defender. Cotrill was named Offensive MVP of the All CenTex East team. Photo by Larry Pelchat
All CenTex East
With the end of basketball season official, it is time to name the All CenTex East team for the boys in the area. Every player that made the team earned their spot for sheer will to win basketball games, and they may not have won the big prize, but their efforts will not go unnoticed. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
ALL CENTEX EAST ROSTER
ALL CENTEX EAST ROSTER
BOYS’ Anthony Cotrill , Taylor – Offensive MVP Zach Hicks – Hutto – Defensive MVP Clason Beasley, Thorndale - Glue Guy Conner Cobb – Taylor Treos Richardson – Taylor JJ Washington – Hutto Dylan Richardson, Hutto Brady Burlison – Thrall Dawson Meiske – Thrall Steven Walker – Thrall Nate Tucker – Granger Trae Herrera – Granger Blake Roberts – Thorndale Kaden Kovar – Thorndale Darius Stewart – Manor New Tech Davion Allen – Pflugerville Hendrickson Nathen Lewis – Elgin Robert Conrad – Cedar Creek Kenji Franklin – Cedar Creek Joseph Mokry – Smithville Ramonz Adams - Smithville GIRLS’ Jae Mathis - Offensive MVP Kionayh Rivers - Defensive MVP Aliyana Chavis - Glue Guy Ansley Reed – Taylor Sophia Fisher – Taylor Mattie Wilkie – Granger Sofia Bernal – Granger Navaeh Irvin – Thrall Cynthia Walke – Thrall Kasandra Jackson – Thrall Alysa Baton – Hutto Keslyn Davis – La Grange Camile Gonzalez – La Grange Jaylan Roberson – Elgin Jordyn Brown – Smithville Alexa McDonald – Cedar Creek. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Sophia Fisher was one of the four Lady Ducks named to the All CenTex East team for basketball. Photo by Larry Pelchat
All CenTex East
With basketball season in the books, it is time to announce the All CenTex East team for the girls in the area. These athletes distinguished themselves not only as top players on their team, but, as top players in the area as well. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Ernest Elroy Rohlack Jr.
Ernest Elroy Rohlack Jr.
Ernest Elroy Rohlack Jr, 89, was born Jan. 5, 1934, and was called to Heaven Thursday, March 16, 2023 surrounded by his family. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Gary Lee LaShelle
Gary Lee LaShelle
Gary Lee LaShelle 80, born April 27, 1942, in Savanna, Illinois, raised in Fulton, Illinois. Gary passed away unexpectedly Thursday March 16, 2023, comfortably in his home. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
After 10 years I . . .
After 10 years I . . .
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Where I’m From
Where I’m From
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. I’m from disappearing scissors From dropped socks and Dawn Dish Soap I’m from the hay bales in the distance (Round, scratchy, best for getting away and laying on them.) I’m from Pompa’s Poplar Tree the mountain laurel both of their roots coming from another place from each of my parents’ old homes I’m from hearing aids and forgetting of phones from Lynnette and Randy I’m from the sensitive and the there-for-each-other from, “Shhh, not that loud!” and “We’re right here.” I’m from I am saved through him Who was slain on the cross and the lessons we learn from the people he still teaches through. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Bill would require fentanyl education
Bill would require fentanyl education
The death of a Leander High School graduate from a fentanyl overdose has prompted state Rep. Terry Wilson, R-Georgetown, to file a bill that would require 10 hours of education annually concerning the dangers of the drug to students in sixth grade and up, the Austin American-Statesman reported. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Hutto’s Asian World Night Market brings more than egg rolls
Hutto’s Asian World Night Market brings more than egg rolls
HUTTO — Billed as the largest showcase in Texas of Asianinspired food vendors, arts and crafts and live entertainment, Asian World Night Market makes its debut March 31 – April 1 at Brushy Creek Amphitheater in Adam Orgain Park, 1001 County Road 137. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
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