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RIBBON CUTTINGS
RIBBON CUTTINGS

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10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Bella Arredondo, and her mom, Kim, dress alike for International Dot Day. Photos by Tim Crow
THJ celebrates International Dot Day

T.H. Johnson staff and students recognized International Dot Day with a celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration. The global celebration was inspired by the children’s book, “The Dot,” by Peter H. Reynolds.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Early voting is underway. Williamson County had a larger turnout on day one than the primary election in the spring.
E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Oct. 19, e-edition of the Taylor Press.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Resident Bill Albert addresses city leaders Oct. 27 at the City Council Meeting. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Council pay hike moves forward

In the face of some pushback by residents, city leaders have lowered their proposed increase in compensation but are still moving forward with a new ordinance that would give themselves a hefty raise. At the Oct.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Threat leads to student’s arrest
Threat leads to student’s arrest

A Taylor Middle School student was arrested Tuesday, Oct. 25, after the student was overheard threatening to commit a school shooting.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
MOVING DIRT
MOVING DIRT

Cement trucks whizzing by could not drown out the sounds of the celebration of a new $82 million road project to relieve congestion near the site of the future $17 billion Samsung Austin Semiconductor facility last Wednesday. “Today is an amazing day,” said Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Irene Michna, a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, cuts the ribbon to ceremonially open the park, surrounded by community members, city staff and elected leaders, Oct. 26 at Doak Park. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Doak Park opens in south Taylor with ribbon cutting

Kids in south Taylor have a new playground to enjoy. The City of Taylor Parks and Recreation Department hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 26 to celebrate the recent completion of the Doak Park Project, funded in part through a Texas Parks and Wildlife Grant, Taylor Parks Foundation funds, a Valero Quality of Life grant and city bond funds. “When I presented to council, this corridor of the city had no amenities,” said Parks and Recreation Director Tyler Bybee. “It had this park with two ballfields, but no playground, so for kids that lived in this southwest part of town, they had to cross the main highway to get to the playground, and now they don’t.”

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
Ray Elementary principal Alexis Campbell and Hutto Middle School principal Charles Rodriguez. Both schools participate in the No Place For Hate program the district is hoping to expand to all campuses. Photos by Edie Zuvanich
Hutto schools battle bullying

HUTTO – A system-wide culture of inclusiveness that focuses on making sure all students have equal access to success sounds like it should be every school district’s goal, but without a dedicated guiding force, the vision becomes little more than wishful thinking.

10/29/2022 10:41 AM
DaMarcus Fields
Fields joins Commanders’ practice squad
10/26/2022 11:23 AM
Threat at Taylor Middle School leads to student arrest
Threat at Taylor Middle School leads to student arrest
10/26/2022 10:13 AM
Rhonda Redden (Republican Party)
Rhonda Redden (Republican Party)
10/22/2022 10:14 AM
Children enjoy climbing and playing on the back of Henry the Hippo during Olde Tyme Days. Photo by Edie Zuvanich
Families find time for Hutto Old Tyme Days

HUTTO – An estimated 10,000 people wound their way through vendor- lined streets to shop, eat, and enjoy a day of live music at the 37th Annual Hutto Old Tyme Days Saturday, Oct. 15.

10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Moppy Miller (left) was named Outstanding Woman of the Year in 2022. She is the first person to be named Woman of the Year and Citizen of the Year at the same time. Photo by Jason Hennington
Woman of the Year nominations open

As the year winds down, it is time for the citizens to choose who was outstanding in 2022. Nominations are being accepted for the 2022 “Outstanding Woman of the Year” sponsored by the Taylor Area Businesswomen. The award is presented at the annual Taylor Chamber of Commerce Banquet.

10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Early Voting Schedule and Locations
Early Voting Schedule and Locations

DATES AND TIMES FOR FULL-TIME LOCATIONS AND LIMITED BALLOT VOTING Fechas y horarios para localidades de tiempo completo Monday, Oct. 24 through Saturday, Oct.

10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Wendy Prindle, the community engagement coordinator, and Marissa Austin, the chief executive officer, of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Williamson County, were the featured speakers at the Rotary Club of Taylor’s luncheon Oct. 20 at Sirloin Stockade. Courtesy photo
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10/22/2022 09:48 AM
Taylor Press

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