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The Pumpkin Patch at First United Methodist Church will be open again this year from Oct. 9-31. Courtesy photo
Pumpkin Patch back at FUMC
An annual community tradition, the Pumpkin Patch at First United Methodist Church, is fun for the entire family. There will be many photo opportunities, plus craft items and baked goods for sale, and of course, pumpkins. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
I might find someone there from Center
I might find someone there from Center
“Sometimes this old farm feels like a longlost friend, Yes, and hey, it’s good to be back home again.” ‘Back Home Again’ song lyrics by John Denver (1943-1997) Thoughts of skipping town for a long weekend are looming in the back of my mind again. Weekend trips are therapeutic at a small newspaper when finding time for a whole week’s vacation is like looking for a needle in a haystack. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Joyce L. Remmert
Joyce L. Remmert
Joyce L. Remmert, 84 of Round Rock, passed away Sunday, Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Billy G. Shiller
Billy G. Shiller
Billy G. Shiller, 81, of Harker Heights, passed away Thursday, Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Hutto ISD school board members (from left) Shannon Jacobs, Shara Turner, Terrence Owens, Amy English and Billie Logiudice, along with Superintendent Celina Estrada-Thomas represent Hutto ISD at the TASA | TASB Convention in San Antionio. Courtesy photo
Nadine Johnson Elementary School Renovation earns TASA
HUTTO – The Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) have announced Nadine Johnson Elementary School Renovations (Design and Value) were among the 55 projects that will be included in the 2022-23 Exhibit of School Architecture. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Hippos of the month
Hippos of the month
HUTTO – Hutto ISD has announced the Hippos of the month for September. Hippos of the month are: Nora Novak Cottonwood Creek Elementary Peyton West Hutto Elementary School Tripp Lawson Howard Norman Elementary School Luke McCarty Benjamin “Doc” Kerley Elementary School Brodee McCrary Nadine Johnson Elementary School Christian Ruiz Ray Elementary School Mahrii Byrd Veterans’ Hill Elementary School Eduardo Blanco Hutto Middle School Reagan Kendall Farley Middle School Shannon Parker River Horse Academy Aidan Eirdam Hutto Ninth Grade Center Betzaida Escobar and Summer Sosa Hutto High School. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
HUTTO MARKET DAYS
HUTTO MARKET DAYS
Hundreds turned up for craft vendors, family and pet-friendly fun Saturday, Sept. 17 for Hutto Market Days, which is held every third Saturday at 200 East Street in Hutto for craft vendors, family and pet friendly fun, and more. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Tim Kennedy shows Lois Luedtke his original childhood wallet. Photo courtesy of Suzanne Thoele
First-grade class reunites after 62 years
It was a day of memories of learning to read with “Dick, Jane and Sally” readers, and having your own brown leather wallet, despite being in the first grade. These reminiscences and more were shared during a special reunion between former Northside Elementary School teacher, Lois Luedtke, now 85, and eight of her 34 first-grade students from the class of 1959-60 Saturday, Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Former mayor Don Hill and wife Leslie carry the 1961 state championship trophy to the field. Photo by Catherine McGary
Taylor honors closed high school
Prior to Legacy Early College High School, Taylor ISD had a second high school – O.L. Price. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM    1
Senior Director of Infrastructure for Williamson County Bob Daigh speaks at the monthly luncheon for the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce Sept. 19 at the Taylor Independent School District Event Center. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Roads on the menu at chamber luncheon
To build transportation corridors that meet the needs for future generations, you need to plan far enough out in advance. Such was the message shared by Robert ‘Bob’ Daigh, senior director of infrastructure for Williamson County, at the monthly luncheon sponsored by the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce Sept. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
David Marsh, general manager of Capital Area Rural Transportation System, makes a presentation to the Taylor City Council Sept. 22. Courtesy Photo
City leaders look at bus ridership in Taylor
Ridership may not be as strong in Taylor, but city leaders want to expand local transportation services in anticipation of expected growth. At the regular meeting of the Taylor City Council Sept. 22, city leaders had the opportunity to hear a presentation from Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS) General Manager David Marsh. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
Nadine Johnson Elementary School earns Texas Association of School Administrators award. Read all about it on page 11.
Nadine Johnson Elementary School earns Texas Association of School Administrators award
. 09/28/2022 09:05 AM
The Ninth Annual Car Show Oct.29
The Ninth Annual Car Show Oct.29
The Ninth Annual Taylor Main Street Car Show, the biggest show in Central Texas, will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat. Oct 29. This family-friendly event will feature cars, live music, shopping, food trailers and cold Texas Beer. Admission to the event, which brings in more than 10,000 attendees annually, is free. In addition, there are two dozen locally owned small businesses in downtown Taylor. Open containers are allowed in downtown, so you can sip, shop, and stroll. To sponsor, volunteer or become a vendor, please contact Jan Harris at the City of Taylor: jan. [email protected] or 512-352-3463. To register a car in advance, the fee is $15 or $25 the day of the event. Car show participants should arrive by 9 AM, and the earliest cars get the best parking spots. For advance registration, go to https://www.eventbrite. com/e/2022-mainstreet- car-show-registration- 376555777467 09/24/2022 10:16 AM
Arts board sets public input sessions
Arts board sets public input sessions
The Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board will hold two public listening sessions to gather input as part of its strategic planning efforts. The sessions will be held 6-8 p.m. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM
National Night Out
National Night Out
At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 4, neighborhoods throughout Taylor will celebrate National Night Out in an effort to lower crime rates locally. Residents are asked to turn on their front porch light and spend the evening with neighbors, police, elected officials, firefighters and many others. Neighborhoods throughout the city will host special events such as block parties and cookouts. Public safety servants from Taylor will visit the different events. For more information, contact Claudia Parisella at the Taylor Police Department at 512-352-5551, or visit www.nationalnightout.org. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM
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