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PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

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Break the Silence 3K Walk/Run this Saturday

This weekend, a newly formed child advocacy organization spearheaded by Taylorites is inviting families to a morning of exercise, giveaways, information booths, live music, kid’s activities and lunch—all completely free of charge And while organizers promise fun for all ages, the point is to address the serious problem of childhood sexual abuse and to provide information on where families can get help and support. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

One or two inches of compost on existing beds will refresh the soil by adding nutrients, breaking up heavy clay and improving moisture retention. Courtesy photo

Springing forward

Spring planting in central Texas might be the most anticipated time of the year for all gardeners. April is the ideal time to plant summer fruiting plants and seeds. We can plant green beans, beets, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, pumpkins, radishes, squas, and watermelons. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Dr. Robert Sormani Photo courtesy of Hutto Independent School District

Sormani leaving Hutto for Manor HUTTO – Dr. Robert Sormani, associate superintendent for instruction and innovation at Hutto Independent School District, has been named as the lone finalist in Manor ISD’s search for a new district superintendent. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Hutto automotive career students Liz Salcedo, Aniya Sifuentes, Xander Vogel and Gabriel Carrero competed in the SkillsUSA state championships in automotive categories. Photo courtesy of Hutto Independent School District

Hutto automotive students win at state

HUTTO – Hutto Automotive Skills Students brought home top prizes from the SkillsUSA State Competition March 30. The competition focuses on excellence in various technical careers. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

New Hippos officially sign with school district

New Hippos officially sign with school district

HUTTO – Signing day is significant for athletes moving on to the next level, but it had a different meaning for some new Hippos. On Friday, March 31, Hutto ISD held a signing day, offering intent to hire letters to seven spring student teachers and one fall student teacher. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Renderings of the 50,000 square foot Academy Sports + Outdoors slated for Hutto. Photo source Hutto City Hall

Academy Sports + Outdoors on its way to Hutto

HUTTO – The announcement that Academy Sports + Outdoors will break ground this month on their new location was met with cheers from the audience at the April 6 City Council meeting. Austin Alvis, president of NewQuest Properties, told council that the national chain hopes to open in Townwest Commons no later than next spring. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Photos by Kendra Maness and Shareeta Fairley

The hunt for fun

Easter weekend was a time to hunt for fun in Taylor. On Saturday, April 8, the city and Frontier Bank hosted the annual Easter Egg Hunt in Heritage Square. With more then 10,000 eggs filled with candy and prizes, the park was filled with families there to hunt eggs and meet the Easter Bunny. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

City to revisit events rules

City to revisit events rules

In the wake of last year’s dueling parades, the city has been attempting for months to implement guidelines for large-scale gatherings. And this week, they will introduce a new ordinance that could do just that. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Luminaries on the Square will be held this from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 14, at Heritage Square. The event is a time to honor, recognize and remember anyone who has battled cancer. Photo by Jason Hennington

Luminaries on the Square Friday

A local event this Friday will shine a light on those who have or are battling cancer. The second annual Luminaries on the Square will be held Friday, April 14, from 6 to 9 p.m. 04/12/2023 08:19 AM

Rick Coronado, Hutto director of public works

New director faces Hutto’s traffic, street needs

HUTTO – Concerns with transportation issues including traffic flow on major roads and streets, as well as street maintenance, top the list of projects the city’s new public works director plans to tackle. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Curio Mrvosa Book Gang Wednesday, April 12 — At 7 p.m. in Good Strangers Coffee Shop every second Wednesday of the month at 114 W. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM

March Wrap Up

Hotworx Hutto,TX (Grand opening/ Ribbon cutting) – Thursday, March 23 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM

Birds flock to a parade

Birds flock to a parade

Taylor was for the birds last weekend as Good Life Taylor hosted it’s first ever Bird Parade event at Memorial Field. About 100 people, some dressed as their favorite fowl, showed up to participate in the parade. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM

Granite Media Partner owner and CEO Daniel Philhower serves biscuits and gravy with mother-in-law Lynette Hunt during the ‘Food Dudes’ fundraiser to assist Taylor Independent School District classroom needs. Photo by Nicole Lessin

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, April 5, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is emailed to subscribers and available at www. 04/07/2023 09:57 PM