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(From left) Students Alex Harwell, House Chair Representative Brad Buckley, Cody Klaus and Nate Tucker. Photos courtesy Granger Independent School District

Granger ISD students testify at State Capitol

AUSTIN — As the 88th legislative session kicks into high gear, students from Granger Independent School District got to be in the middle of the action last week. On Wednesday. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

David Crockett, 6, gets into the driver’s seat of tractor at the Truck Petting Zoo in Taylor March 17, 2022 while Michael Crockett, 2, also occupies the vehicle. Photos by Fernando Castro

A honking good time

Get ready to climb into those emergency vehicles, and maybe, if we are lucky, honk some of their horns. Spring break is almost upon us, March 13-17, and for parents not knowing what to do with their kiddos, the Taylor Public Library has got you covered. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

ARREST REPORT

It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

Mama Duck covers students’ lunch

Mama Duck covers students’ lunch

Mama Duck, a recently established non-profit organization, has successfully accomplished its initial objective of eliminating student lunch debt for all five campuses within the Taylor Independent School District. Student lunch debt is a widespread concern that can result in students who are unable to afford lunch being stigmatized and cause stress and anxiety for their families. Mama Duck’s aim was to tackle this problem, and within just two days of launching their fundraising campaign, the organization successfully raised the required funds. The campaign’s goal was to collect the total amount owed by families in the Taylor ISD, which was $1,210.22. The Taylor community rallied behind Mama Duck’s fundraising campaign, with individuals, businesses, and organizations stepping up to support the non-profit in reaching its goal. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

Deadline approaching for county art contest

Deadline approaching for county art contest

WILCO – Students in Williamson County have less than two weeks left to submit their entries for an art contest held in conjunction with Williamson County’s 175th Birthday Celebration, presented by the Greater Round Rock Community Foundation, Williamson County and the Williamson Museum. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

Rodeo Austin Art Show participants included (from left) Samarin Mokry, Milagros Acosta-Rios, Ava Finch, Christina Strnad (teacher), Alyssa Johnson, Rochelle Malish and Emilia Tinajero. Not pictured are Joseph Hanson, Landon Gregory and Michael Machala. Courtesy photos

Thrall creativity wins awards

AUSTIN – Thrall High School students placed in the statewide Rodeo Austin Youth Art Show at the Rodeo Austin Fairgrounds. The Youth Art Show enables students to express their creativity and showcase their skills, while earning money towards future goals. 03/11/2023 06:58 AM

Fruit trees like this peach tree provide year-round interest to your yard adding flower, shade and fruit. March is the ideal time for planting fruit trees in Central Texas. Courtesy photo

What to know when planting fruit trees

Few things beat eating fresh fruit picked straight off the tree. If you are interested in adding fruit to your landscape, don’t hesitate. 03/08/2023 07:21 AM

Community called to help paint county mural

Community called to help paint county mural

GEORGETOWN – Williamson County and the city of Georgetown are inviting the public to help paint a new mural celebrating the county and city’s 175th birthday. The mural by artist Yasaman Mehrsa was selected after an open call for submissions by Georgetown’s Arts and Culture Board and approved by the Williamson County Commissioners Court. The mural will be located on the side of the county’s tax office building, 904 S. Main Street in Georgetown. The public is invited to help the artist paint the mural Friday, March 10, and Saturday, March 11, from noon to 4 p.m. 03/08/2023 07:21 AM

The family of Dr. James Lee Dicky and members of the Dickey Museum and Multipurpose Center attended the Williamson County Commissioners’ court Feb. 28, to receive a proclamation for Dr. Dickey. Photo by Jason Hennington

DR. DICKEY HONORED AT COMMISSIONERS’ COURT

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Hippos have their day

Hippos have their day

HUTTO – A herd of hippos thundered through city hall Wednesday as Hutto celebrated World Hippo Day. Hundreds of people attended the event, many in hippo-themed clothing or costume. A 15-foottall inflatable hippo named Happy greeted visitors and was the star of the selfies, while volunteers from the city, the chamber of commerce, the police department and the school district passed out hippo-shaped cookies, bags of candies and popcorn, and hippo themed activities. 02/18/2023 06:34 AM

Art Off Center offering beginner clay class

Art Off Center offering beginner clay class

Interesting in beginning an art journey in clay? Then try Art Off Center’s Sunday Wheel Throwing and Hand Building class with instructor Tina Lewis. This is six-week session, beginning March 26, covers the skills of wheel throwing on the pottery wheel and hand building techniques. 02/15/2023 07:18 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Legacy Martial Arts Every Wednesday — From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 02/15/2023 07:18 AM

DAVILLA COMMUNITY CENTER

DAVILLA COMMUNITY CENTER

All classes will be held Thursdays at the Davilla Community Center, 20803 N. FM 487. 02/15/2023 07:18 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 02/15/2023 07:18 AM