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The Taylor ISD Child Development Center has been awarded Texas Rising Star Certification. Receiving this distinguished status included a long list of requirements as well as a thorough site visit. Not only did the Taylor CDC receive the highest score of four stars, they are also the first...

TAYLOR CDC RECOGNIZED

. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

District sets tax rate meeting

District sets tax rate meeting

HUTTO – Hutto Independent School District has announced a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. June 20 to discuss the 2023-24 school year tax rate. The meeting will be at the Central Administration Board Room, 200 College St. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

LEARNING TO LEAD

LEARNING TO LEAD

RYAN NEWSOM Special to the Press Main Street Intermediate Principal Kerri Pierce initiated a new hands-on, fun and interactive way for students to feel a part of their school this past year. She introduced a new program called MSI Jobs. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

TUCKER’S LAW

Last month, Tucker’s Law, which requires Texas schools to provide education about fentanyl awareness and prevention for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, passed during the 88th legislative session and is awaiting the signature of Gov. Greg Abbott, thanks in large part to the efforts of Texans Against Fentanyl. TXAF Founder Stefanie Turner said previously she has gotten pushback when trying to speak about her son Tucker’s story at his own school district, but she hopes that the new bill named in his honor will change situations like that. “The fentanyl epidemic is largely impacting our youth,” Turner said. “Bringing in awareness and education to the 5.3 million students in Texas public schools is the safest and most effective way in changing the trajectory of fentanyl use and poisonings.” Turner said parents who have lost children to fentanyl poising coming together through TXAF offers healing as they work to protect other people in the community through raising awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and other measures. “We always say, I wish I never met you, but I am glad I did,” Turner said. “There is power in community and holding onto that space.” 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. Booths provide highquality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https:// www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

The American Legion Graham D. Luhn Post 39 provides an annual scholastic excel award to the top boy and top girl of each eighth-grade class. This year’s recipients are Ben Bachmayer and Callie Kloppe. Photo by Jason Hennington

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, June 7, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Taylor High School’s Academic Decathlon team returned from regional, state and national competitions this year with a large number of medals, scholarship money and a national ranking. Coach Vicki Rowe is shown with team scholars Zane Talavera, Kenny Calvo, Jaden Rush, Lluvia Allen-Correa,...

Taylor ACDEC reflects on national ranking

The Taylor High School Academic Decathlon team finished the school year ranked third in Texas and third in the United States. Long known for their high achievements, the current team and their coach, Vicki Rowe, recently took a moment to reflect on their national ranking, and the long-standing tradition of success that continues today. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Hunter Crump (far right), showing the smile he was known for, poses for a photo at his graduation from Taylor High School in 2022. Photo by Tim Crow

Hunter Crump’s mom speaks out on the anniversary of son’s fentanyl poisoning COUPLAND — Last Sunday, a group gathered at the Crump family’s 7-acre property for a balloon release to celebrate what should have been Hunter Crump’s 19th birthday. “Happy birthday, baby boy,” said his mother Kimberly Crump, as her bouquet of purple and turquoise balloons floated heavenward. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Common places where mosquitos can find enough water for breeding. Source: www.rileycountyks.gov

West Nile Virus found in Wilco

GEORGETOWN – A mosquito in Georgetown has tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to a notification sent out by Williamson County Agricultural Extension Agent Gary Pasturneck. As of June 3, only Williamson County and Tarrant County have found infected mosquitoes, with Tarrant County having trapped 13. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Council OKs compensation committee

Council OKs compensation committee

The Taylor City Council is one step closer to getting a highly-contested pay raise – or not. At the June 8 meeting, councilmen approved a fivemember committee to explore the compensation issue, compare what other similar cities do and make a recommendation. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Taylor Pride board members Denise Rodgers, Patrick Taylor, Ben Morgan and Trisha Lewis surround Mayor Brandt Rydell (middle) as he reads the Pride Day proclamation. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

City proclaims June 24 Pride Day in Taylor

All seats were filled for the June 8 Taylor City Council meeting as Mayor Brandt Rydell, wearing a Taylor Pride T-shirt, read a proclamation affirming June 24, as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Day in Taylor. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Earlier this year, Fred Kerley attended a ceremony unveiling a mural on the water tower on Main Street in Taylor. After the event, Kerley got back to work preparing for upcoming races. Photo by Jason Hennington

Kerley dominates the 100-meter at Florence Diamond League

06/07/2023 03:10 PM

Daddy and Daughter Dance

Daddy and Daughter Dance

Friday, June 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., father figures of all kinds and daughters are welcome to dance together at Hutto Elementary School, 100 Mager Lane. The Hutto Parks and Recreation will host the event. 06/07/2023 07:11 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. 06/07/2023 07:11 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 06/07/2023 07:11 AM