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After sunset, luminaries were lit to shine light on Heritage Square. Photo by Mikeska Brands

The light of life

Last week, a local organization shined a light or rather many lights to honor, encourage and remember anyone who has battled cancer. During the event, Heritage Square was lined with luminaries, which are bags with lights inside to represent the fight against cancer. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

Here is a look at the area school district tax rates and the starting teacher salaries in the Taylor prior to the school board’s approval April 18. This information was presented during the State of the District address from Superintendent Devin Padavil during the Greater Taylor Chamber of...

Taylor ISD gives raises

Raises are in store for Taylor ISD personnel. On April 18, the Taylor ISD school board approved raises and compensation changes for the 2022-23 school year. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

Taylor’s Central Business District is marked within the red outline on this map. Courtesy graphic / City of Taylor

Alcohol downtown on agenda

Freely drinking outside in downtown Taylor has been temporary, but city officials have the authority to make it permanent. On Thursday, April 28, the Taylor City Council will discuss and give possible direction on the suspension of the prohibition of alcoholic beverages on public property and rights of way within the Central Business District. 04/27/2022 07:47 AM

Carl Caldwell (left), soccer coach John Brockway (middle) and Dan Dixon are greeted with thanks and appreciation from the Taylor School Board for their quick actions and efforts in keeping the boys soccer team safe in their travels to a recent game. Photo by Tim Crow

Heroes recognized at school

04/26/2022 05:02 PM

The Taylor High School Visual Arts Department presented their annual art show on April 8th. Showcasing student and faculty talent, guests enjoyed viewing displays of paintings, photography, sculptures, ceramics and more while enjoying refreshments. Photo by Tim Crow

THS hosts art show

04/26/2022 05:00 PM

Future farmer, Andres Gonzales Huerta, visits with Taylor farmer, Tyler Jaecks, about growing corn and cotton. Photo by Tim Crow

Exploring careers

04/26/2022 04:53 PM

Get to know the candidates

Get to know the candidates

Election Day is mere weeks away, and the Taylor Press wants to give you a closer look at the candidates. In Taylor, the only contested race is for city council District 1 between incumbent Mayor Pro Tem Gerald Anderson and Stan Werner. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Incumbent Gerald Anderson answers a question after his opponent Stan Werner finishes speaking at the candidate forum April 12. Photo by Fernando Castro

Gerald Thomas Anderson

Born and raised in Taylor, and a graduate of Taylor High School 1989. I moved to Austin in 1989 then moved back to Taylor in 2001. Moved to Houston at the end of 2001. I stayed there until 2003, moved back to Taylor and started getting involved with the community as soon as I came back. I saw a need for programs for kids. So, me, a neighbor and a friend started a summer camp for a young man. Some of the guys from that summer, camp include Mark, Jackson and Justin and his brother, Dantrell Hargers. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Gerald Anderson (right) watches as Stan Werner addresses the community during the candidate forum held April 12. Photo by Fernando Castro

Born and raised in Taylor. My parents’ second child. My sister graduated in 1979, I graduated in 1985. We moved back to Memphis, Tennessee, where my dad was from. He went back to dental school. And then when he graduated in school we moved back to Taylor. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

CITY OF THRALL

Clay is married to Shaun, who is employed in Corporate Finance at Dell Technologies. They have a daughter, Keatyn Marie, who is currently a freshman at Sam Houston State University, and a son, Trace, currently a sophomore at Thrall High School. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

CITY OF THRALL

Rodriguez is married to Shelby Rodriguez, and they have two children, daughter Abigail Rodriguez and son Abel Rodriguez. How old are you and what do you do? I am the Sr. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Here is a rendering of a potential new elementary campus at Thrall ISD. The entrance design resembles the current high school. Facebook / Thrall High School

THRALL BOND PROPOSITIONS THRALL – Thrall ISD has already had a couple of meetings on the bond election since it was approved by the school board Feb. 10. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Nicole Calderone

NICOLE CALDERONE Hutto City Council Place 6 Her husband is Dan, and Nicole is mother to three daughters, 13, 11 and 8. How old are you and what do you do? 45 and manage front of house operations at Greenhouse Craft Food in Round Rock. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Shannon Jacobs

BILLIE LOGIUDICE Hutto ISD School Board Trustee (Incumbent) Family is Mark-Anthony, Nathan, Kirsten and Hayden How old are you and what do you do? 48 years old, Executive Director for The Sandbox at Madeline’s Place (a non-profit teen center) What is your previous experience to elected or appointed office? PTSA Board of Directors, Hutto Education Foundation, Coached Youth Soccer, Hutto Livestock Booster Club, Hutto Women’s Alliance, Hutto Young Life, Campus Improvement teams, Substitute various grade levels What are your community activities? Currently am part of the Professional Women of Williamson County, Temple College Alumni & Friends Advisory Board, Ag Sciences Advisory and a current participant in Leadership TASB How will this help you in the seat you are running for? I am a strong advocate for community partnerships and being connected. Together we can do so much more than apart. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM

Kindness in all shapes and forms

Kindness in all shapes and forms

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” Dr Seuss Here are some anonymous acts of kindness that was shared for this week. 04/23/2022 06:38 AM