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COLLEGE BOARD HONORS

COLLEGE BOARD HONORS

Thirteen Taylor High School students have been recognized by the College Board for outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 and/or AP Exams throughout their high school career. Those students are Brennan Zupfer, Elaine Cervenka, Jaden Rush, Kaitlyn Baum, Miguel Ruiz, Rebecca Courtney, Rose Simons, Soryna McIntire, Yahir Cancel, Zane Talavera and Jett VanBrocklin. Not pictured are Luke Thompson and Bethany Robles. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Firefighter Colton Brock shows students a tool that firefighters sometimes use during emergencies.

FIREFIGHTERS VISIT ST. MARY’S

St. Mary’s Catholic School had some special guests earlier this week. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Thrall NHS inducts new members

Thrall NHS inducts new members

THRALL – The Thrall Chapter of the National Honor Society welcomed 16 new members Wednesday, Oct. 6. Returning members also participated and officers spoke on the importance of character, scholarship, leadership and service. Korie Dutschmann is the chapter sponsor. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Businesswomen donate to Honor Guard Academy

Businesswomen donate to Honor Guard Academy

The Taylor Fire Department Honor Guard Academy was held Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Williamson County Expo Center. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Taylor Area Businesswomen President Charlotte Albert unloads Bingo gifts to Senior Citizens Coordinator Dorothy Fischer.

TAB hears about United Seniors of Taylor

At the August meeting of the Taylor Area Businesswomen, the organization heard more about local senior citizens. The meeting opened with a prayer from Brenda Cox followed by minutes and the treasurer’s report. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Catherine Rochez congratulates sons Arjae Rochez, 12, and Ruben Rochez, 10, Oct. 8 after the race at Bull Branch Park. Photo by Nicole Lessin

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Oct. 12, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Norma Jean (Case) Bearden

Norma Jean (Case) Bearden

Norma Jean (Case) Bearden, age 88, of Round Rock, joined the Lord and cherished loved ones Oct. 3, 2022, in the early morning. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Steve Guajardo

Steve Guajardo went to live with the Lord Oct. 6, 2022. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

One dead after collision

One dead after collision

A motorcyclist killed in a collision involving a sportutility vehicle became Taylor’s fourth traffic fatality of the year. The Williamson County District Attorney’s Office is working to determine if charges will be filed after officers reported the SUV driver left the scene of the accident. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Various styles of vehicles will be on display at the upcoming Main Street Car Show Oct. 29. File photos

Something for everyone at the Main Street Car Show

Get your motor running for a day of Model A Fords, Ferraris, hot rods, muscle cars and so much more. The ninth annual Taylor Main Street Car Show, the largest of its kind in Central Texas, will take place from 10 a.m. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Makenna (left) and Mackenzie share a hug before volleyball practice at Taylor High School. Photo by Evan Hale

Sisters who spike together, stay together

There is a saying, “behind every little sister there’s a big sister standing behind her holding a bat saying, ‘you want to say that again?’” and it perfectly describes Mackenzie and Makenna Watson’s relationship. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

ROYAL PRIDE OF LIONS

ROYAL PRIDE OF LIONS

Reynaldo Valverde and Mattie Wilkie celebrate after being crowned king and queen at Granger Independent School District’s homecoming game Oct. 14. The homecoming duke is Jose Valverde, and homecoming duchess is Sofia Bernal. The Granger Lions went on to win the homecoming game over the Bremond Tigers, 31-28. See page 9 for more on the football game. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

Several crosses and angel statues decorate a grave at the Taylor Cemetery. Most memorial items are prohibited under a municipal ordinance. Photos by Nicole Lessin

Their cross to bear

By all accounts, the Taylor Cemetery has needed some tender loving care for years. A high percentage of the headstones, some of which are more than 100 years old, need leveling at the municipally owned facility. 10/15/2022 04:23 PM

THIS DAY IN SPORTS

THIS DAY IN SPORTS

October 12, 1853, John Morrissey wins boxing title, when Yankee Sullivan leaves ring after 36th round to slug Morrissey’s fans.. 10/12/2022 07:32 AM

LOCAL SPORTS

Volleyball Taylor Oct. 18 @ Giddings Oct. 10/12/2022 07:32 AM