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Taylor High School senior, Gabriel Perez, has been named a School Winner in the Heisman High School Scholarship competition. Presented by the Heisman Trophy Trust, school winners have the chance to become state winners, national finalists or national winners.

Scholarship recognition

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01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Pasemann Flight School students perform a Christmas themed play for parents just before the holidays. From left are Gael Garcia, La’Nita Starks, and Kenneth Bradford Jr.

Flight school on stage

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01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Hutto HS threat probed

Students quickly returned back to their regular schedule at Hutto High School after the school was put 'on hold' Jan. 24, while security officers investigated a possible threat.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Hutto ready to celebrate world hippo day

HUTTO – Hippo mania is set to hit Central Texas Wednesday, Feb. 15 for the annual World Hippo Day. To celebrate the beloved community mascot, the city of Hutto is working with Hutto Independent School District to support this city-wide celebration.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Hutto School Board, City Council Elections

HUTTO -- Hutto residents interested in helping guide the city or school district through a period of historic growth should note now through Feb. 17 on their calendars. That’s the window for filing an application to run for office in the May 6, 2023 elections.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Misso named to TSTC Board of Regents

WACO—Robert J. “Robb” Misso, III, of Cedar Park, has been appointed to Texas State Technical College’s Board of Regents by Gov.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Elizabeth Bonura in front of the 1500 square foot future home of Bonura Studio at 3333 County Road 119. Bonura hopes the new arts commission creates more opportunities for artists to open studios and art spaces. Photo by Edie Zuvanich

More than hippos

HUTTO – Hutto’s newly-formed nonprofit art council held its first official meeting Saturday, Jan. 7.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Fred Kerley’s mural being painted by local artist Adam Davenport at 1606 Main St. Photo by Nicole Lessin

Fastest man mural set to debut Feb. 4

The fastest man in the world is a Taylorite, and anyone driving on north Main Street can see him. A dedication ceremony for Taylor native and Olympic athlete Fred Kerley will take place next Saturday, Feb.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Several students from the Taylor High School’s culinary program, known as the Duck Brigade, assist The Spot from Galveston with serving seafood gumbo at the Governor’s inauguration.

Duck Brigade Serves AT INAUGURATION

Agroup of about 20 culinary students from Taylor High School, known as The Duck Brigade, and their instructor, Chef Mike Erickson, became a part of Texas history on Tuesday by assisting with the Taste of Texas celebration on the capital grounds following the inauguration of Governor Greg Abbott Jan. 17.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Body found confirmed as Taylor man

BELTON— A preliminary autopsy has confirmed that a body found by a fisherman in the Lampasas River Jan. 19 belongs to Eric Martinets, 30, of Taylor.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Roads update at next council meeting

County representatives will discuss current and future road projects at this week’s city council meeting. On Thursday, Jan.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

Draft rendering of Fritz Park showing the future water feature with trail. Courtesy Photo / City of Hutto

Public input sought in $9.8 million Fritz Park plan

HUTTO – A master plan concept designed to make Fritz Park an “authentic f lagship park” for the city premiered at the Jan. 19 council meeting.

01/25/2023 06:12 AM

UPDATE: Hutto High School student faces disciplinary action over hoax

01/24/2023 12:30 PM

Lady Lions guard JaKayla Reese gets set in her defensive stance ready to pick up the Florence ball carrier. Photo by Evan Hale

Lady Lions take down Hornets

GRANGER – The Granger Lady Lions defended home court as they defeated the Holland Hornets 48-29 last Friday night for their second win in district play. After battling through a lot of frustration throughout the season, the Lady Lions dominated the Hornets from the opening tip off to secure their victory.

01/21/2023 07:24 AM

Ducks senior Conner Cobb driving towards the basket looking for a layup. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Ducks freeze Polar Bears

AUSTIN – The Taylor Ducks picked up a big win in overtime against the Austin Achieve Polar Bears on the road Tuesday night. On Jan.

01/21/2023 07:24 AM