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Medalists and award winners (from left) Analise Frias, Sophia Plonka, Krista Randig, Zoe Moore and Ri’Queleigh Holmes-Grant pose together for a picture after the meet. Courtesy Photo
Lady Ducks flex at state
FRISCO – One Lady Duck showed her strength, and became the most powerful competitor in the state. The Taylor Lady Ducks traveled to the Comerica Center in Frisco, to compete in the state championship meet where one competitor walked away state champion. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Thrall Tennis team posing for a picture together. Elena Garcia (front left), Kinley Hoffman, Lilly O’Neil, Avery Ochoa, Julie Crabb, Sarah Laurence, and Aubrie Shuttles. Dawson Gilmore (back left), Cason Sledge, Jesus Garcia, Steven Walker, Payton Gilmore, Brady Branson, Ethan Dahl, and Te...
Thrall tennis team earns fourth place
WACO – The Thrall varsity tennis team competed in the Texas Tennis Coaches Association 2A and Under State Team Tennis Tournament this past weekend, March 10-11, in Waco, and came away with the fourth-place prize. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Hutto Lady Hippos’ new volleyball head coach Jessica Martinez stopped for a picture during her introduction ceremony. Courtesy Photo
Lady Hippos announces new volleyball coach
HUTTO – The Hutto Lady Hippos volleyball team will be under new leadership as they have announced a new head coach for the 2023 fall season. Jessica Martinez was recognized and introduced at the Hutto High School gym as the new volleyball head coach for the Lady Hippos. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Lindsay O’Dell (left) and Addison Leschber posing for a picture together after playing their game against one another. Courtesy Photo
Alumni compete against one another
LOS ANGELES – In something you might see in a Hollywood script, two recent, local high school softball stars met again on the dirt diamond, only this time, it was 1,400 miles away. Lindsay O’Dell, fouryear Taylor Lady Ducks starting pitcher, and alltime strikeout leader, is now a freshman pitcher at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) in Los Angeles, California. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Lions rolling early in district
Lions rolling early in district
BARTLETT – The Granger Lions took on the Bartlett Bulldogs in Bartlett Tuesday, March 14, and extended their district record to 2-0. The Lions defeated the Bulldogs 21-3 to get their second district win of the season, and as the score reflects, it was complete dominance from the Lions. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Taylor medalist and finalist Abby Aplin (left), Krista Randig, Trevor Wuensche, Rylee Michna, Maci Kennick, and Molli Kennick taking a picture together after the tournament. Courtesy Photo
Ducks have strong showing at home
The Taylor Ducks tennis team had the majority of their members compete for a medal at their home tournament. Rylee Michna won the girls single bracket for her 6th tournament win of the season. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
A smartphone without social media
A smartphone without social media
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. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Kindness, an amazing feeling
Kindness, an amazing feeling
“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” - John Bunyan This story was submitted anonymously. I was waiting in line to pay at the vet, and the guy in front of me was $25 short. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Transparency at the Texas Capitol: A bipartisan effort
Transparency at the Texas Capitol: A bipartisan effort
To witness bipartisanship at the Texas Capitol, look to the lawmakers who are working to improve open government laws. Legislators from both political parties are igniting interest in transparency and creating the opportunity for all lawmakers to protect the people’s right to know. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Johnny Carey Muyres
Johnny Carey Muyres
Johnny Carey Muyres, 97, of Taylor, went home to be with the Lord and join his wife, Helen, in eternal rest on March 9, 2023. Johnny was born July 10, 1925, in Bay, Arkansas.. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Mary Carmona
Mary Carmona
Mary Carmona, 80, passed away March 14, 2023. Mary was born Sept. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer's Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St., Taylor. 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. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Plant Swap at Taylor Public Library
Plant Swap at Taylor Public Library
Get ready for springtime in the garden! The Friends of the Taylor Public Library will host a free Plant Swap from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
What’s wrong with me? I just don’t feel right.
What’s wrong with me? I just don’t feel right.
Your greatest health is your wealth | By Dr. Cindy Steward We hear this from new patients all the time. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
Unity in diversity
Unity in diversity
“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. 03/18/2023 07:26 AM
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