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Taylor Press publisher and director of the Taylor Press 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Jason Hennington is recognized by the Shining Stars for his hard work and commitment. Photo by Larry Pelchat

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, July 13, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is mailed to subscribers and available at www.taylorpress.net. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

The Taylor City Council vote on one of several items related to a planned Samsung Austin Semiconductor plant during a meeting at City Hall in Taylor July 14. Photo by Fernando Castro

Samsung splits council on pacts

07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Reginald Lecourt scored an unofficial 77 in his bronc ride to kick off the rodeo events at the 72nd annual Taylor rodeo on Thursday, July 14. Photo by Matt Hooks

The 72nd annual Taylor rodeo kicked off this past Thursday, July 14, at the Williamson County Expo Center. The rodeo continued through Saturday, July 16, and was filled with action packed nonstop events, live music and vendors ranging from food services to western wear. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center board president Jennifer Harris stands among the remains of the original home of Dr. James Lee Dickey. Photo by Jason Hennington

Hope for Dickey home

Dr. James Lee Dickey’s home is destroyed, but a replica could help keep a legacy still very well intact in residents’ heart. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Hutto municipal government is one of the latest local water suppliers to issue water restrictions for their customers. Courtesy graphic / City of Hutto

Area water restrictions issued

Area water supply corporations or districts have issued water restrictions for residents. Granger Lake Voluntary restrictions have been imposed on customers affected by the Stage 1 Drought Watch issued at Granger Lake. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Hottest temperature recorded in Taylor since 2018

Hottest temperature recorded in Taylor since 2018

Summer heat isn’t going away anytime soon, but residents might be able to step outside without worrying about melting for a few days. Taylor’s weather forecast indicates a brief break from 100-degree temperatures. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Heritage Square, where a weekly farmers market takes place, is at 400 N. Main St. in Taylor. Photo by Fernando Castro

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Albert Ray Garcia

Albert Ray Garcia

Albert Ray Garcia, 49, passed away June 19, 2022, at his home. He was born June 2, 1973, in Taylor, to Esther Alderete and Albert Ray Garcia, Sr. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Carla Renee Pundsack

Carla Renee Pundsack

Carla Renee Pundsack passed away July 4, 2022. She was born Dec. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Carol Beckman-Symmank (Ebelt)

Carol Beckman-Symmank (Ebelt)

Carol Beckman-Symmank (Ebelt) was born March 19, 1947, to Walter and Elfredia Ebelt of Thrall. She passed away peacefully in her home Wednesday, June 22, 2022, in Austin. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Tomasa Yannis

Tomasa Yannis, 67, of Taylor, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 7, 1955, in Taylor, to Jovita Flores and Santos Yannis. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

VOLUNTARY WATER RESTRICTIONS

VOLUNTARY WATER RESTRICTIONS

1. Water customers are requested to voluntarily limit the irrigation of landscaped areas to Sundays and Thursdays for customers with a street address ending in an even number, and Saturdays and Wednesdays for water customers with a street address ending in an odd number, and to irrigate landscapes only between the hours of midnight and 10 AM, and 8 PM to midnight on designated watering days. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Fishing with the right person

Fishing with the right person

“Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after.” Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862), American naturalist, essayist, poet, and philosopher. Fishing. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM