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Nominated for 10 Tony Awards, this rollicking show has been called “a valentine to musical theatre.” Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But, amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.

ROSENBERG – Texas State Technical College students earned a total of 47 medals – 18 gold, 15 silver and 14 bronze – during the recent statewide SkillsUSA Texas Postsecondary Leadership and Skills Conference in Houston.

HUTTO – On Monday, April 18, Jeff Yarbrough started serving the Hutto community as chief of police. His father, also a longtime member of the law enforcement community, pinned him during the ceremony.

HUTTO – Last week, April 14, Hutto ISD celebrated Purple Up! Day at all campuses across the district. Purple Up! Day is a day we wear purple to show support and thank military connected children for their strength and sacrifices.

GEORGETOWN — Williamson County residents devastated by tornadoes in March and earlier this month just got a little more help. During a presentation at Tuesday’s Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting, the Williamson County Rural Relief Fund received a $35,000 boost from Austin Samsung Semiconductors and the Williamson County Farm Bureau.

his past Saturday, April 16, the city of Taylor celebrated the Easter holiday with its annual easter egg hunt in Heritage Square. Little ones raced across the park to gather eggs filled with treats. The hunts were designated for age groups 0-2, 3-5 and 6-9. Easter egg hunts and events were also held in south Taylor Sunday afternoon. The annual Hood Hunt hosted by the Braided Fade Crew brought families to Fannie Robinson Park for four different age group hunts and a mega hunt.

New playground equipment, reconfiguring elementary classes and staff compensation took center stage at the Monday, April 18 meeting of Taylor Independent School District trustees. The board approved the purchase at Naomi Pasemann Elementary School of playground equipment because the current playscape needs “significant repair,” said Superintendent Devin Padavil.

The community on Friday, April 22 will have an opportunity to show its support for anyone affected by cancer. Luminaries on the Square will be from 6-9 p.m.

The Taylor High School band and color guard have stayed busy marching to their own beat this spring by bringing home several awards. On Friday, April 8, the band and color guard participated in the 131st Battle of Flowers Parade during Fiesta in downtown San Antonio.

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St.

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.

Rotarian Jim Buzan, whose family owns 74 Man Store in Taylor, spoke to the Rotary Club of Taylor April 14 about what it takes to open up a small business. He described the thought that had to go into everything from the clothes hangers and racks to the tissue paper inside the bags. He offered insight on things many people forget is part of owning a small business. The Rotary Club meets in Taylor at noon on Thursdays at Sirloin Stockade. Anyone wanting to learn more about the club and its dedication to “Service Above Self” is welcome. Courtesy photo

This past Monday, April 11, “Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington” welcomed Taylor Parks and Recreation Director, Tyler Bybee to discuss upcoming improvements and additions to all Taylor parks. Bybee, who has been working in the Williamson County area for 12 years, says his responsibility is to maintain and operate all of the city’s parks and recreation and city events at the parks.

The thyroid is involved in almost all metabolic processes of the body including cardiac function, digestive function, muscle control, brain development and bone maintenance. Some symptoms of thyroid problems include: • Low energy (especially waking tired after adequate hours of sleep time) • Mood changes *Neck and arm pain or tingling • Weight changes *Weakness in muscle tone • Hair loss & thinning eyebrows *Brain fog • Constipation & bloating is a major issue & may not be able to have a bowel movement for weeks.