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Student Jacob Johnson, of Pflugerville, chops parsley in a kitchen in Texas State Technical College’s Culinary Arts program at the East Williamson County campus.

Food Allergy Action Month brings awareness to health and safety

05/18/2023 09:20 AM

Texas State Technical College’s East Williamson County campus held its Spring 2023 Commencement on Tuesday, April 25, at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock.

TSTC’s Hutto campus holds spring commencement

05/17/2023 04:59 PM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/ Fourth Thursday at 6 p. m. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. Booths provide high-quality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Photo by Kyle Head on Unsplash

Rock the Arts Showcase

Rock out with Taylor Pride this Saturday, May 20, at 5 p.m. for a virtual talent show at Taylor Public Library, 801 Vance St. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Photo by Eric Brehm on Unsplash

Garden Watering Systems

Thursday, May 18, at 6:30 p.m., Davilla Community Center will host a survival preparation class, 20803 FM487, Bartlett, TX 76511. Mike Dudley and Benny Jarrel will teach a Garden Watering Systems class that will be open to the public. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Animal Shelter Adoption Event

Animal Shelter Adoption Event

Intrigued by animal shelters and want to buy your own fluffy friend? Texas Critter Crusaders is hosting an adoption event this Saturday, May 20, at The Red Cap Cigar Lounge, 215 N. Main St. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

Are we missing your civic organization? Submit your group’s info to [email protected] or by calling 512-352-8535. KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

What else April showers bring

What else April showers bring

April showers bring May flowers, but the unpredictable and inconsistent rainfall can cause issues in the vegetable garden. One issue you might come across as tomatoes set fruit is blossom-end rot, a common nutrient related deficiency. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

First place color portrait photography by Josiah Poblete, Hutto High School. Photo source, Hutto Independent School District

Technology arts students shine at state

HUTTO – Students in digital media and digital communications studies brought home seven first place medals from the Technology Student Association state competition in April. Hutto High School fielded 46 entries, with 18 being awarded medals for first, second or third place. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

TEACHER LONGEVITY STIPEND AMOUNTS APPROVED FOR 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR

TEACHER LONGEVITY STIPEND AMOUNTS APPROVED FOR 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR

5 year anniversary (66 teachers) $250.00 10 year anniversary (39 teachers) $500.00 15 year anniversary (19 teachers) $750.00 20 year anniversary (3 teachers) $1,250.00 25 year anniversary (2 teachers) $1,750.00 30 year anniversary (2 teachers) $2,250.00 Every fifth year after 30 (0 teachers) $2,250.00. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

HIPPO BITES

Run-off timeline HUTTO – On Tuesday, May 16, a special city council meeting was held to swear in the winners of the election for Place 1 and Place 4. Brian Thompson defeated incumbent Robin Sutton and will begin his first term in Place 1. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Yellow arrows show the hallway that witnesses said had no video surveillance while ballot boxes were being transported through it. Photo source: True Texas Elections, LLC

Ballot box security questioned

WILCO – Security for voted ballots and memory sticks being stored in the Williamson County Inner Loop Annex, 301 SE Inner Loop, Suite 104, Georgetown, after leaving official polling places has some citizens concerned about the potential for election fraud. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Attorney Bill Cobb tells landowners that a lawsuit may not be necessary due to a potential state law awaiting the governor’s signature. Phoo by Edie Zuvanich

ETJ OPT-OUT BILL COULD MEAN NO LAWSUIT FOR TAYLOR

Attorneys working with dozens of property owners in a dispute with Taylor over the city’s rules for its extra territorial jurisdiction said a potential new state law could mean a lawsuit won’t be necessary. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM

Award soiree to offer side cars, Cracker Jacks & old-time rags

Award soiree to offer side cars, Cracker Jacks & old-time rags

Cocktail attire may not be mandatory, but the Taylor Conservation & Heritage Society is inviting the community to get into the year 1910 for an elegant supper in support of historic preservation. Sponsorships and tickets are still available for the society’s first ever awards celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. 05/16/2023 10:42 PM