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Samsung on agenda

Samsung on agenda

Several items in regards to a planned Samsung Austin Semiconductor plant in Taylor will be discussed at City Hall Thursday. On July 14, the Taylor City Council will hold a public hearing and introduce an ordinance to amend and expand the boundaries of Tax Increment Reinvestent Zone No. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Rodeo starts Thursday

Rodeo starts Thursday

Rodeo action and live music will fill the Williamson County Expo Center for the rest of the week. The 72nd Annual Taylor Rodeo will be Thursday through Saturday, July 14-16, at the Expo Center, 5350 Bill Pickett Trail in Taylor. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

Pictured is an aerial view of Granger Lake and Dam on the San Gabriel River in Williamson County. The dam is located approximately 10 miles northnorthwest of Taylor. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers constructed the dam in 1980 for flood control and water supply. This view is toward the sou...

Granger Lake under Drought Watch

The Brazos River Authority has informed customers accessing water from Granger Lake that a Stage 1 Drought Watch has been declared. Customers affected by the Stage 1 Drought Watch include customers receiving water from the city of Taylor, Jonah Water Special Utility District, East Williamson County Regional Water Supply System, and Lone Star Regional Water Authority. 07/13/2022 08:01 AM

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Suspect arrested for Dickey Museum fire

07/12/2022 05:18 PM

Construction continues at the site for a future Samsung Austin Semiconductor plant in this May photo. Courtesy photo / Samsung

Samsung on council agenda Thursday

07/12/2022 03:14 PM

The future home of the Dickey Museum burned to the ground Sunday morning. The fire is still under investigation. Photo by Jason Hennington

Legacy alive among building remains

07/11/2022 05:36 PM

The Dickey Museum gets studied for its phase three construction phase by Pheonix 1 Restoration & Construction, which includes repairing windows and doors. Photo by TheresaChristine Etim

Dickey Museum site burns down

07/10/2022 09:56 AM

Here are the region's highs for Sunday, July 10, per the National Weather Service. Courtesy graphic / National Weather Service

Excessive Heat Warning on Sunday

07/09/2022 02:05 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

HERITAGE SQUARE FARMERS MARKET The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

Pictured are (from left) Casen Sledge, Connor Watson, Jett Vanbroklin, Mackenzie Watson and Mikayla Martin. The group represented the local American Legion at an event. Courtesy photo

Don’t forget to be awesome

“Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy. That is not our business and, in fact, it is nobody’s business. What we are asked to do is to love, and this love itself will render both ourselves and our neighbors worthy.” 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

Raymond Anderson, of the Taylor Police Department, receives congratulations from Jim Yeonopolus, Central Texas College chancellor, during the Central Texas College Police Academy graduation ceremony earlier this summer. Courtesy photo

Cadets graduate from CTC Police Academy

There are a couple of new peace officers in Taylor. The Central Texas College (CTC) Police Academy recently hosted a graduation ceremony recently recognizing 20 cadets who completed the 22-week, 720-hour Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC) Bravo 2022 program. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

JULY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JULY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Law Enforcement & Public Safety Luncheon Join us Wednesday, July 13th from 11:30am-1pm for the Law Enforcement & Public Safety Luncheon! Guest speaker Constable Paul Leal will be going over how your business can partner with law enforcement to address public safety. Event Location: East Williamson County Higher Education Center - 1600 Innovation Blvd, Hutto, TX 78634 After Hours Networking Join us for After Hours Networking Tuesday, July 26th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Dwell House Coffee and Tap! After Hours Networking is a great way to get connected with the businesses in the Hutto and surrounding area. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

RIBBON CUTTING

July Ribbon Cuttings (Currently Scheduled) Follow @huttochamber on Facebook and Instagram for Event Info & Updates Patriot Sports and Fitness Ribbon Cutting Join us for Patriot Sports and Fitness Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, July 12th from 11:30am-12:30pm! Event location: 3250 Limmer Loop, Hutto, TX, United States, Texas Hutto’s Monthly Power Breakfast Williamson County ESD & the Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce have worked together to bring community leaders from government, education, and business for an informal update of the community activities and networking. This is an ideal opportunity to keep informed on the activities of key groups in the Hutto community and enjoy a light breakfast. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

CORRECTION

In the June 22 edition of the Taylor Press, the names of the presenters were incorrectly identified. Judy Davis, Director and Laura Wahlquist Stockdale Secretary, of the Texas Historical Foundation presented the check to Jennifer Harris, Nakevia Miller and Robert Garcia. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM

A crashed vehicle is towed in Granger after an accident July 3. Photo by Monica Stojanik

Vehicle crash takes down pole in Granger

An early morning wreck occurred at the Granger Housing Authority, located at 500 North Commerce Street and S.H. 95, on Sunday, July 3. 07/09/2022 12:22 PM