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Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:02 PM

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The power of kindness
The power of kindness
“Unexpected kindness is the most powerful, least costly, and most underrated agent of human change.” – Bob Kerrey There is a great power in kindness. An energy to compassion. 04/16/2022 11:02 AM
“Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” is represented in this Peep diorama at Taylor Public Library. Photos by Fernando Castro
Peep multiverse
If you were in the Taylor Public Library last week, you had a chance to peek at some unique Peeps Ahead of the Easter holiday, the library recent held its Peep Diorama Contest. Children were able to create book-themed dioramas using Peeps, which are colored marshmallow snacks shaped like bunnies. 04/16/2022 11:02 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
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
In a certain situation, shopping bags could lead to a big commotion, but should they?
The journey is short
“When one person doesn’t want to, two people don’t fight.” — Portuguese proverb An elderly woman got on a bus and sat down. At the next stop, a strong, grumpy, young woman climbed up and sat down sharply beside the old woman, hitting her with her numerous bags. 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
If it’s Wednesday, that means an extra focus on wellness at Main Street Intermediate School’s Flight School. The afterschool program has partnered with Taylor ISD Family Support Services and HT Fitness to provide nutrition and exercise classes for fourth and fifth grade students. Weather permitting, they will be running in the field behind MSI each Wednesday through May. Photo by Tim Crow 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
Avery Stone receives the Student of the Month Award for T.H. Johnson Elementary School from school board member Anita Volek. Photos by Tim Crow
Students of the month named
Avery Stone is the February student of the month for T.H. Johnson Elementary School. She is always looking for ways to help her friends as well as her teachers. She always tries her best and is such a diligent and hard worker. 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
Granger Lions advance in UIL
Granger Lions advance in UIL
Granger High School students recently competed in University Interscholastic League academic events have advanced to regional competition. Here are last month’s results: • News Writing — Hunter Prinz, fourth place; Callie Rodriguez, sixth place; • Editorial Writing — Hunter Prinz, first place, advances to regionals; • Headline Writing — Hunter Prinz, second place, advances; Johnny Ryder, fourth place; • Copy Editing — Leeah Malone, fourth place; Marissa Luna, sixth place; • Ready Writing — Hunter Prinz, first place, advances; Johnny Ryder, fifth place Oziel Martinez, sixth place; • Persuasive Speaking — Marissa Luna, sixth place; • Social Studies — Marissa Luna, fourth place; Renae Stephens, fifth place; Callie Rodriguez, sixth place; • Spelling — Kailey Castaneda, sixth place; and • Science — Deacon Kuecker, physics top score; advances. 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
Oohhhh my aching back!
Oohhhh my aching back!
Most individuals at some point during life will have back pain. Maybe you have had an accident, injury or even just slept wrong and you wind up with back pain. In many cases this is self-correcting and will just go away in a few days. However if you are similar to many of our patients and your back pain is not going away and has been lingering for weeks, months or years or you notice you only get relief when you are taking pain medications or antiinflammatories - this is NOT NORMAL! 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
T.H. Johnson names Super Ducklings
T.H. Johnson names Super Ducklings
T.H. Johnson Elementary School Super Ducklings have been named for February. 04/09/2022 06:34 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
HERITAGE SQUARE FARMERS MARKET The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 04/06/2022 09:59 AM
Succulents topic of program
Succulents topic of program
Master Gardener Mandy Richardson will present a free program about the versatile plants. Learn how to select, plant, water and care for various kinds of succulents. Samples will be provided for observation. 04/06/2022 09:59 AM
WCRAS seeking homes for pets
WCRAS seeking homes for pets
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (WCRAS) is placing the last of the 41 dogs and cats it received from a single location last month up for adoption. After many of the dogs were reclaimed by their owners, there are now 17 dogs and 2 cats available for adoption of the initial group of 41. 04/06/2022 09:59 AM
Scholarship available
Scholarship available
The TAB organization promotes the enrichment of women who serve their community through their volunteer efforts and providing scholarships for young women graduates from the Taylor area, including Thrall, Hutto and Granger. 04/02/2022 06:13 AM