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The class of 2023 participated in a Senior Sunrise Service on Wednesday, Aug. 17, to mark their last first day of school. Sponsored by parents and the community, local pastor Brady Collier shared a few words of encouragement and breakfast was served afterwards. Photo by Tim Crow

LAST FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL

. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Pre-k students at TH Johnson Elementary went on a schoolwide search for the popular storybook character, Pete the Cat, during the first week of school. The blue kitten left a clue at each location, telling students where to look next. During the search, students met their school librarian,...

PK KIDS FIND PETE THE CAT

. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

New siding going onto Coupland’s St. Peter’s Church.

Choo Choo Fest set and road work complete

Ribbon cutting ceremony for Coupland road work On Aug. 3, there was a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Muery/ South Broad Road renovation. South Broad was widened, and the two streets were completely rebuilt with drainage work. This project was funded by the 2019 Williamson County Bond Project. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Summit a ‘big deal’ for Taylor region

Summit a ‘big deal’ for Taylor region

This is an exciting time to serve in the leadership of our community! And the Chamber is pulling in experts from around the state to talk to us -- area business, governmental, education and community leaders -- to help us prepare for growth and build strong, regional partnerships. Presented by Samsung, the Pre-legislative Summit on Sept. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

AWARDS

Customer service award Chamber Ambassadors recognize Valentine Sandoval of the Holiday Inn Express and Suites as the June Customer Service of the Month winner. Sandoval was recognized for her cheerful and helpfulness both at her work and when she volunteers with the Chamber. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff

Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff

The Taylor Brisket is gets sliced at the Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff in Taylor Aug. 20. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

ANNIVERSARY NEWS

ANNIVERSARY NEWS

Ronald and Brenda Hennington will celebrate their 43rd wedding anniversary Aug. 31. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

The Taylor ISD Superintendent Devin Padavil (middle) gives specific details to the board of trustees about the bond.

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday,Aug. 24, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Ordinance irks service providers

Ordinance irks service providers

Companies voiced their frustrations to city leaders over possible changes to how they provide service to their customers. At the regular meeting for the Taylor City Council Aug. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Zari Thompson (top) and Kimora Burks enjoy a cool end to summer band and guard camp.

A Cool End to Camp

Band and color guard beat the heat Last school year, the Taylor High School Band and Color Guard began a new tradition. They invited the local fire department to visit on their last day of summer camp to provide a cool and rewarding spray of water to dedicated guard and band members after practicing in the August heat. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Threat at school leads to arrest

Threat at school leads to arrest

A teenager at Taylor Middle School was arrested after he threatened to commit a shooting at the school. According to Taylor Police Chief Henry Fluck, on Aug. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Jeffrey Wood speaks at the city council meeting Aug. 25.

Council moves toward approving 2023 budget

Taxes, budgets and Samsung Semiconductor Austin: these were all front and center at the Taylor City Council meeting Aug. 25. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Wilco Art Lab founder Shay Jung was a featured speaker Aug. 24 on growing up in foster care. Photos courtesy Shay Jung

Local businesswoman talks of growing up in foster care

Local businesswoman Shay Jung, founder of the Wilco Art Lab at Old Taylor High, was a featured speaker at the “Inspiring Resilience Through Vision and Leadership” retreat for about 200 Child Protective Services workers from around the state of Texas on Aug. 24 at Austin Marriot North in Round Rock. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM

Threat at middle school leads to arrest

Threat at middle school leads to arrest

08/26/2022 04:18 PM

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Down Home Rodeo Sept. 10

Live southern roots rock ‹n’ roll music from the Statesboro Revue, a Texas pit barbecue dinner, a live and silent auction, and a raffle: these are some of the highlights promised at the 19th annual Down Home Rodeo, an annual gala event sponsored by Down Home Ranch in support of children born with intellectual disabilities. The event will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10 at Coupland Dance Hall & Inn, 101 Hoxie Street, in Coupland. According to representatives from Down Home Ranch, a non-profit organization, “Proceeds from the gala will support people with disabilities as they pursue their interests, learn new skills, build social connections and feel empowered at an inspiring 33-year-old ranch in Elgin, TX.” 08/24/2022 08:20 AM