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It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Springtime is a great time for starting a compost pile. Compost piles are the ultimate recycling project because they turn waste into nutrients. If you don’t already have a compost pile, you should seriously consider starting one this year.

Four Taylor Fire Department firefighters were honored during a pinning ceremony April 25 at Station 1. Caleb Anchors, Stephen Barnes, Aaron Harralson and Ajay Payton were pinned. Also pictured are City Manager Brian LaBorde, Fire Chief Daniel Baum and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Copeland. Facebook / Taylor, Texas - Municipal Government

A county office in Taylor will have different availability this week. The Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 office will be closed from Tuesday, May 3, through Thursday, May 5, for court personnel training.

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, April 27, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is mailed to subscribers and available at www.taylorpress.net.

A rodeo – of sorts – and bike ride are ways Taylor residents can tell the city how to improve its development. Taylor’s municipal government, in partnership with Simplecity Design, have two avenues this week for the community to provide input on Taylor’s development code.

The Taylor ISD school board recognized four staff members at the April 18 meeting and expressed deep appreciation for their efforts in not only keeping students safe, but saving lives. During a trip of the boys soccer team to a recent game, the driver of the chartered bus suddenly became ill and unable to perform his duties.

Conditions have improved to allow for outdoor burning. On Tuesday, April 26, County Judge Bill Gravell lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas of Williamson County.

In one week, Blackland Prairie Days returns. The Taylor City Council The Taylor City Council heard an update on the festival during their April 28 meeting.

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St.

Williamson County’s COVID-19 case rate has remained relatively steady this month. Confirmed cases, which include past and current episodes reported to the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD), increased by 674 in the county April 12-25.

“Enjoy your life. These are the good old days you’ll miss in the days ahead.” — Author unknown The good old days.

Last week, Texas Beer Company (TBC) kicked off a statewide tour to launch a new charity collaboration beer with Hill Country Conservancy: Wild Texas Kolsch. Representatives from TBC said, “It’s a good beer for a good cause with the intention of keeping Texas wild.” A portion of the beer proceeds will be donated to Hill Country Conservancy (HCC), and supporters are encouraged to make additional donations at www.hillcountryconservancy.org. HCC has conserved over 14,000 acres and is dedicated to protecting our vital natural resources through conservation, community collaboration, and engagement to sustain the region now and forever.