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Cohen Tyree and the Ducks wrap day one March 10 at La Grange 1-1. Tyree led the Ducks with three hits.

Ducks split on day one at La Grange

03/12/2022 08:31 AM

Primaries set up November

Primaries set up November

Candidates for November elections are set. Williamson County incumbents won their respective parties’ races during primaries March 1, while voters also chose their opponents for Election Day, Nov. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Freeze returns Friday

Freeze returns Friday

Winter isn’t done with Taylor quite yet. Forecasts as of Tuesday, March 8, predicted at least one night of freezing temperatures heading into the weekend. The Taylor Texas Weather Network projected a low 28 degrees for Friday, March 11. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

The pavement condition index (PCI) determines a street’s condition. Courtesy graphic / City of Taylor and Gorrondona and Associates, Inc.

More streets tapped for repair

Taylor streets eligible for surfac work will be discussed Thursday during a City Council meeting. On March 10, the council will receive an update on the city’s street level-up program for the 2021-22 fiscal year. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Above: Commissioner Russ Boles addresses residents prior to the ribbon cutting of completed improvements to South Bounds Street in Thrall Feb. 28. Left: Bounds Street runs in front of Thrall Independent School District near the east edge of Thrall. Photos by Fernando Castro

One of Thrall’s most used streets that runs past school buildings has graduated with an upgrade. “To kind of see the town and the school, you realize how important the street is and that it works well,” said Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Firefighters battle a blaze in the 900 block of James Street in Taylor March 8. Photo by Matt Hooks

Fire claims Taylor home

A Taylor home is no longer habitable after being engulfed by flames. At 8:59 a.m. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Hutto residents asked to guide its future

Hutto residents asked to guide its future

Last year, Taylor’s municipal government asked the public for guidance in what should be the future of the city, and now Hutto is doing the same. Hutto Soar 2040, the city’s comprehensive plan process, currently seeks input in how to preserve Hutto’s heritage and values while also identifying strategies to enhance local quality of life. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Water treatment company coming

Water treatment company coming

A new high-tech manufacturer is set to join Hutto’s Titan Innovation Business Park. Ovivo, a global water and wastewater treatment company, is poised to bring nearly 100 new jobs to Hutto. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

CPR CLASSES START

CPR CLASSES START

The weekend didn’t stop more education at Hutto ISD Saturday, March 5, as the district held its first CPR class of the season. Hutto ISD Community Education is partnering with the Health & Safety department for the spring program. Pictured, nurse Marisa Thomison and Hutto ISD Director of Healthy and Safety Kendra Estes instruct adult students on life saving skills. For information on the April class and to register, visit https://huttoisd.revtrak.net/ WS-Redirect/?wsresource=eventDetail.html%3fid%3d1267885. Facebook / Hutto ISD Community Education 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Pictured are Kim Scherer, HNTB; Tina Rutterford, Chasco Construction; Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles; Mayor Chad Mees; Stacy Jo Hunter, Chasco Construction; Oscar Salazar-Bueno, HNTB; and Clayton Weber, HNTB. Courtesy photo

County celebrates Bartlett street improvements

On Feb. 17, Williamson County Precinct 4 Commissioner Russ Boles was joined by Bartlett Mayor Chad Mees and others for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Cotrell Street improvement project. The project included pavement repair and overlay of the road from West Elm Avenue to Arnold Drive. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Pregame festivities, vendors sought March 19

Pregame festivities, vendors sought March 19

Ahead of a semi-pro football game of the CTX Yellow Yellowjackets, there will be a lot going on throughout their opening day at Memorial Stadium. On March 19, vendors will be on hand from 8 a.m. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

TEEN CRAFT

Remember Shrinky Dinks? Older children will have a chance for library fun Wednesday, March 16, to do the retro craft. Teenagers can make a key chain, necklace, bracelet or earrings. They can trace a picture or draw their own. The event will be 2-3 p.m. Advance registration is required. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Library to host spring break events

Library to host spring break events

If parents of young children need to find something for their kids to do during spring break, the Taylor Public Library has a few options. On Monday, March 14, the movie “Toy Story” will be shown at 2 p.m. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

Gardening program on native, adapted plants

Gardening program on native, adapted plants

The Green Thumbs Up Gardening Program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. 03/09/2022 09:19 AM

STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY

STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY

Children, staff and parents enjoy hearing from library aide Dave Taylor during Story Time at the Taylor Public Library March 2. The library hosts Story Time typically on Wednesdays and has holiday events lined up during December. For more information, visit http://www.taylortx.gov/25/library, call 512-352-3434 or visit the library at 801 Vance St. in Taylor. Facebook / Taylor Public Library 03/09/2022 09:19 AM