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Representatives from the City of Taylor, Texas Department of Transportation and Williamson County took place in a ground-breaking ceremony Nov. 2 for the widening project at CR 366. (From left) Jim Gray, Whit Friend, Glenn Gregory, David Watson, Eddie Church, Oscar Salazar-Bueno, Precinct...
$17.6 million road widening project
A dangerous intersection at the loop on the city’s north side is getting some longneeded attention. On Nov. 11/05/2022 10:19 AM
In Hutto, residents can find special drop-off boxes like this one at the Hutto P.D. Flags can be dropped off year-round. Photo by Edie Zuvanich.
Fly the flag with respect
On Veterans Day, Independence Day and Memorial Day, central Texans fly their U.S. flags with pride. For many, there is no greater symbol of American values than the nation’s flag. And even though ‘These colors never run,’ the wind and sun in Williamson County take a toll on the cherished symbol, resulting in frayed edges, torn seams and fading. 11/05/2022 10:19 AM
Rams pose together as a team after clinching their first ever playoff spot. Courtesy photos
Rams make history
The St. Mary’s Rams varsity football team made school history by making the playoffs for the first time ever. 11/05/2022 10:19 AM
Mark Thomas, president of Taylor EDC, holds a Community Economic Development Award from the Texas Economic Development Council with Regina Jo Carlson, Taylor EDC’s business development manager. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Taylor EDC gets award
The Taylor Economic Development Corporation was honored with a Community Economic Development Award from the Texas Economic Development Council at their annual conference Oct 22. Mark Thomas, the director of Taylor EDC, said receiving this award was a great honor. 11/05/2022 10:19 AM
The mini traffic calming circles should be treated more as an obstacle than a roundabout. Drivers should slow down and proceed in the same way they would if it were a large box in the road. Photo by Edie Zuvanich
Mini traffic circles cause major confusion
HUTTO - A low-budget solution to a downtown traffic problem is causing anxiety for some Hutto drivers. In October, three mini traffic circles were installed to support traffic flow between a newly constructed neighborhood and the historic area of downtown. 11/05/2022 10:19 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
Last year’s Dickey Day celebration at Fannie Robinson Park Pavilion. Photo by Matt Hooks
Dickey Day 2022
The Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center will honor and celebrate Dickey Day, their annual celebration of the birthday and legacy of Dr. James Lee Dickey, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Fannie Robinson Park Pavilion, 206 S. Dolan St. This year, the first since Dickey’s historic home was destroyed by arson last summer, Dickey Day will be cosponsored by the City of Taylor and the Blackshear/O.L. Price Ex-Students Association in order to display banners promoting the event on City-owned property, such as Heritage Square and the Taylor welcome signs. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
The fifth annual Taylor Veteran’s Beer Run is set for Saturday, Nov. 5 in Murphy Park. The race is open to anyone and will include eight beer stations along the route. Photo by Jason Hennington
Grab a beer and run
On your mark, get set, go . . . to the first beer station. The fifth annual Taylor Veterans 5K Beer Run, hosted by the American Legion Graham D. Luhn Post 39 in Taylor, is set for Saturday, Nov. 5 in Murphy Park. The race is open to anyone who wants to participate. The course is 3.1 miles with eight beer stations throughout the race. Each station has water and a 4-ounce taster, which equates to two and half beers during the race. Runners are not required to drink beer. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
Arbor Day
Arbor Day
HUTTO – Plant a tree, get a tree. The community is invited to celebrate Texas Arbor Day at 9 a.m. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
Former White House Photographer David Valdez shoots a photo of the Taylor City Council Oct. 27, at their regular meeting. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Taylor’s history documented
For the past six months, nationally recognized Photographer David Valdez has been crisscrossing Williamson County, documenting this moment in time before Samsung Austin Semiconductor and other global tech companies utterly transform the landscape. Valdez, the former chief photographer for the United States Chamber of Commerce and a photographer for former President George H.W. Bush, is doing this for a photography exhibit entitled “Still Making History” that will be featured in March of 2023 at the Williamson Museum in Georgetown to celebrate the 175 Anniversary of Williamson County. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
Getting ahead with lettuce
Getting ahead with lettuce
Cool season crops like spinach and lettuce are both nutritious and fun to grow. Both will continuously produce through the fall, winter and into the spring. They thrive in welldraining soil, preferably sandy loam. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
Expectations of some are less than others
Expectations of some are less than others
“The first step in meeting your customer’s expectations is to know those expectations.” — Roy H. Williams, author, and founder of the Wizard Academy Institute. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
City Accepting LEAD Taylor 2023 Applications
City Accepting LEAD Taylor 2023 Applications
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 indepth look at government operations, community planning and awareness, as well the opportunity to learn about Taylor ISD, economic development, civic organizations and much more. 11/02/2022 09:23 AM
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