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The Grinch rides in a float in the 2021 Taylor Christmas Parade of Lights. Photo by Fernando Castro

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Nov. 16, e- edition of the Taylor Press. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

TURNOUT DROPS IN RECENT ELECTION Voter turnout in the midterm elections again dropped statewide, with just over 45% of registered voters either casting ballots early or at the polls on Nov. 8. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Recognizing how newspapers make a difference

Recognizing how newspapers make a difference

National Newspaper Week begins Oct. 2. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, Five years ago, the Taylor Christmas Parade is what charmed the heart of this big-city girl and convinced me to put down roots in Taylor. Growing up in inner-city Dallas, I had never before witnessed such familyfriendly, Christian goodwill as I saw parading down Main Street. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Egrets walk near the CVS Pharmacy at 1609 N. Main Street after this summer’s July 4th fireworks display. Courtesy photo by Emily Holmes

City considers options with egrets in Murphy Park

What to do with the city’s growing population of egrets in Murphy Park and where to move the July 4th fireworks display next year are on the minds of city leaders. At the Nov. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

(From left) Dora Gomez, Estella De La Rosa and Joe De La Rosa keep warm as they enjoy the musical stylings of R & B band Honey Made Nov. 17 at Heritage Square Park. Photos by Nicole Lessin

Community comes together for last concert of the fall Music on Main series

Despite the cold, The Taylor community celebrated together Thursday, Nov. 17 in their beanies and blankets with the R & B and funk group Honey Made for the conclusion of the fall Music on Main Concert series at Heritage Square Park. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

More Hutto students ready for careers

More Hutto students ready for careers

HUTTO – The number of Hutto students graduating high school ready for college or careers is rising after a pandemic-related dip, according to Dr. Robert Sormani, Hutto ISD Associate Superintendent of Instruction and Innovation. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Last chance to pick the best

Last chance to pick the best

Time is running out to nominate who you think is the best in town. Monday is the deadline to submit your nomination ballot. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Taylor Press area editor a featured speaker at panel discussion

Taylor Press area editor a featured speaker at panel discussion

At the annual meeting for Austin Area Research Organization, Taylor Press’s Area Editor Jason Hennington was a featured speaker at a panel discussion of news media executives about the challenges and opportunities present in a rapidly changing news environment. 11/19/2022 08:19 AM

Lions' junior Chase Edwards breaks a tackle during a big run during game against D'Hanis Friday night. Photo by Evan Hale

Lions lasso Cowboys

11/18/2022 10:18 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Austin-based soul and funk band Honey Made performs Oct. 29 at the Main Street Car Show in Taylor. The band returns to Taylor Nov. 17 for the conclusion of the Fall’s Music on Main concert series. Facebook/HoneyMadeATX

Fall season of Music on Main concludes Nov. 17 with Honey Made

The Public Arts Advisory Board invites the public to the conclusion of the Fall Music on Main concert series, held in conjunction with the Main Street Third Thursday, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023

Learn more about the city through LEAD TAYLOR 2023

The City of Taylor is looking for citizens who want to learn more about their city for the 2023 LEAD Taylor Program. The program is a community- focused, collaborative program that provides participants an in-depth look at government operations, community planning and awareness, as well the opportunity to learn about Taylor Independent School District, economic development, civic organizations and much more. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 11/16/2022 11:13 AM