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Volunteer Pilot Scott Bounds adjusts Emiliano Gonzalez’s headsets as he prepares to fly an airplane at the Flying Vikings event Sept. 17. Courtesy photos

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Sept. 21, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM

Concerned citizens spoke in favor of the no-new-revenue tax rate during the public comment period during both weeks of budget consideration. Speakers included (back row, from left) Jim Morris, Wayne Cunningham and James Weaver. (Front row, from left) Jackie Corbiere, Ida Weaver and Jane Wr...

Hutto lowers tax rate

HUTTO – After a hotlydebated first budget draft proposed a tax rate higher than the “no-new-revenue” amount, Hutto City Council voted unanimously to adopt a lower budget based on the NNR tax rate at its Sept. 15 meeting. The NNR rate will effectively decrease the city burden on property owners by taking into account the amount of taxes collected from newly-built properties. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM

(From left) Dale Craymer, Stephanie Matthews and Tony Bennett speak about the chapter 313 agreement in Williamson County at the Sept. 7 Summit. Photo by Jason Hennington

Panel decries end of tax incentive

As state leaders ready for the 88th legislative session, the sunsetting of a major tax incentive to draw businesses to Texas is on the minds of industry leaders and small businesses alike. At the panel discussion on economic development at the Greater Taylor Chamber of Commerce’s Pre-Legislative Summit Sept. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM

Homecoming was the setting for a scene in “Walker.” Actors practice their lines as they wait to film. Photo by Nicole Lessin

Walker television show filmed in Taylor

The front lawn of Old Taylor High was transformed into a scene from the fictional Sacred Heart High School’s pep rally for “Walker,” a remake of the popular 1990s series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” starring Chuck Norris, last week. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM

Shelter upgrades set

Shelter upgrades set

City leaders are moving forward with a long-awaited expansion to the animal shelter. At the Sept. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM

Arts board sets public input sessions

Arts board sets public input sessions

The Taylor Public Arts Advisory Board will hold two public listening sessions to gather input as part of its strategic planning efforts. The sessions will be held 6 to 8 p.m. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

Davilla Community Fall Fest

Davilla Community Fall Fest

There will be food, games and more in the Davilla community early next month. On Saturday, Oct. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

Polka music and home-made German food will be available at St. John Lutheran Church in Bartlett on Sunday, Sept. 18. Facebook/ st.johnlutheranchurchelca7/

Polka Worship in Bartlett Sept. 18

St. John’s Lutheran Church will host a polka worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 18 at 30650 State Highway 95 in Bartlett. The Praha Brothers Polka Band will play hymns and the liturgy, and everyone is invited to attend. A home cooked German meal will be served immediately after the service, which can be eaten at the church or can be taken to go. Desserts will also be available. Though there is no charge to attend the polka worship service, meal tickets are $12, and can be purchased at the door. For more information, contact St. John Lutheran Church at (254) 527-3341. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

Shepherd’s Heart Taylor food pantry Executive Director Loretta Masters with Cheryl Cornelius, and Linda Flens at the Business Expo & Job Fair Sept. 10. Photo by Nicole Lessin

Tickets available for Empty Bowl fundraiser

As the holidays approach, hunger is never far off. But area residents are continuing to do their part to make sure people in need can still find help. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

Volunteers set up in Heritage Square for the 2022 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride this past Saturday to raise funds in support of Lone Star Circle of Care’s Big Pink Bus, which brings affordable mobile mammogram services to low-income and under served women in the region. Since the ride was launche...

MAMMA JAMMA RIDES IN TAYLOR

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COMMUNITY TRAINING ON NARCAN

COMMUNITY TRAINING ON NARCAN

• Learn to safely administer and store medication including NARCAN • Tuesday, Sept 27, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM

Bible article history of translations

Bible article history of translations

“Deliberately Diverse” represents the individual thoughts and opinions of a group of Taylor friends who almost never completely agree about anything but are gratified by the opportunity to stimulate deliberately diverse discussions in our beloved community. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM