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Lighting a path with a purpose

Lighting a path with a purpose

Relay for Life is meant to honor, recognize and remember those who have fought against cancer. The event has gone dark in Taylor, but a group of locals plan to light the path in a different way. 04/16/2022 11:02 AM

This rendering shows what the new Granger High School campus would look like on new land recently purchased by Granger ISD. Courtesy graphic / Granger ISD

GISD buys land for new school

Ahead of a bond election that could help fund construction of a new high school, Granger Independent School District has determined its location. On March 9, the Granger ISD board of trustees voted unanimously to purchase additional land for the district at the March board meeting. 04/16/2022 11:02 AM

‘Last Sayings,’ egg hunt, more Saturday

‘Last Sayings,’ egg hunt, more Saturday

People can hear what Jesus Christ said prior to his crucifixion, according to the Bible. On Saturday, April 16, churches of Taylor and the surrounding area will host the 7 Last Sayings of Christ, a pre-Easter service and community fellowship. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

learn edible

Learn edible landscaping

The Green Thumbs Up Gardening Program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

Get help with ponds

Get help with ponds

On Tuesday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is presenting a program to help with your ponds. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

I have no doubt it's because of her

I have no doubt it's because of her

“Children learn more from what you are than what you teach.” —W.E.B. DuBois, 1868-1963 American sociologist, socialist, historian, and civil rights activist. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

Easter Hood Hunt returns

Easter Hood Hunt returns

On Sunday, children of all ages can hunt for eggs and leave with other prizes in their Easter baskets. The Braided Faded Crew will host its ninth annual Hood Hunt on Easter, April 17, at 2 p.m. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

DNA Round-Up next week

DNA Round-Up next week

Another avenue encourages citizen participation regarding’s the city’s comprehensive plan. On Tuesday, April 19, Taylor’s municipal government and Simplecity Design are hosting the first in a new series of gatherings. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

Donation benefits Pasemann Library

Donation benefits Pasemann Library

Daughters are making it possible for other daughters and sons to learn through reading. The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently donated a collection of books to the Naomi Pasemann Elementary School library. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

WilCo and Bluebonnet Trails address rising mental health needs

WilCo and Bluebonnet Trails address rising mental health needs

WILCO – The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll not only on people’s physical health, but their mental health as well. In order to better address mental health care needs in the community, the Williamson County Commissioners Court partnered with Bluebonnet Trails Community Services (BTCS), the local mental health authority in Williamson County, on several projects that were funded through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act or American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

WCRAS to host job fair on April 14

WCRAS to host job fair on April 14

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter is looking for pet-loving candidates to fill several vacant positions. Anyone interested in learning about working for the animal shelter is invited to attend a job fair on Thursday, April 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the shelter, 1855 S.E. Inner Loop in Georgetown. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

TSTC students, faculty show competitive side at SkillsUSA state conference

TSTC students, faculty show competitive side at SkillsUSA state conference

HOUSTON – Students and faculty members from eight of Texas State Technical College’s campuses have converged on Houston for the SkillsUSA Texas Postsecondary Leadership and Skills Conference. The conference began with an opening ceremony held April 7 at the Omni Houston Hotel. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

GRILLING & GRINNING

GRILLING & GRINNING

Last week, April 8, Cottonwood Creek Elementary students enjoyed a meal by the Hutto ISD grilling team. Staff members of Cottonwood Creek helped serve students. Photos courtesy of the Hutto ISD Facebook page 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

Granger ISD, residents talk bonds

Granger ISD, residents talk bonds

Parents of Lions and other residents in their den had a chance recently to learn more about the upcoming bond election for Granger Independent School District. Town hall meetings were held at Granger High School last week, April 5 and 7. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM

TRAILING OFF

A popular Taylor trail could get a hike in improvements. On Thursday, April 14, the Taylor City Council will consider options for reconstruction of Bull Branch Trail as a 2022 capital improvement project. 04/13/2022 06:52 AM