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THE HUDDLE
Welcome back to the Huddle. Today we are going to discuss how the Hutto Hippos are going to bounce back from their districtopening loss in a big way. 01/04/2023 09:30 AM
Ducks senior Ladon Velasquez looking for a steal on defense. Photo by Evan Hale
Ducks enjoying two game win streak
The Taylor Ducks have found their rhythm again, picking up two big wins over the holiday break. The Ducks defeated the Travis Rebels (Austin) 72-55 on Wednesday, Dec. 01/04/2023 09:30 AM
Freshman Nevaeh Irvin (left), freshman Brynn Leschber and sophomore Kassie Jackson posing with their awards after the tournament. Courtesy Photo
Tigerettes finish 2nd in Troup Tournament
The Thrall Tigerettes finished in second place at the Troup Tournament of the holiday break, and they even earned some individual awards. The Tigerettes started the tournament with a 37-22 win over the Brook Hill Guard (Bullard), following that up with a 48-41 win over the tournament host Troup Tigers, but unfortunately, they lost to the Mexia Black Cats to end the tournament. 01/04/2023 09:30 AM
School bonds pass and fail
School bonds pass and fail
In 2022, bonds were presented for school districts in the area. Taylor, Coupland and Thrall school districts all had bond proposals on ballots in either May or November. Each bond was focused on preparing for growth. The bonds were placed in the hands of voters, and not all propositions passed. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Assistant Manager Crystal Burkett and Manager BJ Dach stock bluebonnets and geraniums in preparation for the grand opening on Friday, Feb 25. Photo by Edie Zuvinich
Big stories of 2022
Redistricting done for council – Jan. 8, 2022 With growth coming to Taylor, the Taylor City Council tweaked districts to redistribute population. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Oasis Church pastor Mary Flores said TAMA will not stop doing the work that God put them on this earth to do.
Drag queens vs. the Bible
For the first time in Taylor history, there were two parades to kick off the holiday season. Citing “inclusion” as the main reason, city officials hosted the Very Merry Holiday Parade the same day as the annual Christmas Parade of Lights followed by a tree-lighting ceremony, arts and crafts, and live music at Heritage Square. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM    1
Taylor High School Band and Color Guard students celebrate the end of summer practice in the 100 plus degree heat with a visit from the Taylor Fire Department. Courtesy photo
Year in Review
Just one day into the new year, and much has changed since the Earth rotated around the sun. We take a look back at 2022 in our annual year in review issue of the Taylor Press. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Taylor Press introduces new publication
Taylor Press introduces new publication
With growth on the horizon, the Taylor Press continues to work to find new ways to provide local news coverage, along with keeping up with new businesses and providing information for readers. In April, the Taylor Press launched the East Wilco Insider, a high-end, neighbor- and newcomer-friendly magazine showcasing eastern Williamson County and its news, businesses, arts, culture, growth and other valuable information. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
John Franklin Malish
John Franklin Malish
John Franklin Malish, of Germantown, Tennessee, passed away Dec. 19, 2022, at age 89. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Why did Jesus die anyway?
Why did Jesus die anyway?
This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Granger residents work to clean up and rebuild after the devastation from tornados in March. Photos by Jake Ferrigan, Aerotract Geospatial
Tornado tears through Williamson County
March 21 A severe line of early spring thunderstorms that carved a path of destruction across central Texas spawned at least five tornadoes, including one that wreaked havoc in Hutto, Granger and Taylor. Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell reported that 1,119 structures were damaged in Williamson County from the tornadoes. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
Feathers surround a lone egret after the fireworks display reportedly caused birds to flee their nests. Photo by Emily Holmes
Egrets spark outrage
On July 4, residents in central and north Taylor were without electricity, some from shortly after sunset into the early morning hours of July 5. The outages, which turned off lights in homes and streets, coincided shortly after the start of the annual fireworks display at Murphy Park to celebrate the Fourth of July. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
The Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center in the 500 block of Burkett Street was burned to the ground in July. The suspect, James Paul Gogolewski, was arrested July 12. However, the Grand Jury of Williamson County returned a “No Bill” for the case. Photo by Jason Hennington
Dickey Museum burned, no indictment
A fire that drew suspicion destroyed an iconic landmark. On July 10, the Taylor Fire Department and other area firefighters responded to the 500 block of Burkett Street for a fire that engulfed the historic home. 12/31/2022 07:24 AM
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