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Taylor Independent School District is looking for its next superintendent to stay with the district for the long haul. JG Consulting, the searching firm that is leading the efforts to find quality superintendent candidates for Taylor ISD, shared their results from community stakeholder meetings with the board of trustees during a special meeting Monday, Sept 5.

09/09/2023 08:02 AM

Theresa Tindol (right) pins a king sash on Steven Walker, while Autree Kelm (left) helps Melania Grissom adjust her crown. Photos by Jason Hennington

Roaring Royalty

THRALL – At halftime of the Thrall football game, a new royal regime took the spotlight as the 2023 Homecoming king and queen were crowned. Steven Walker was named king, while Melania Grissom was named queen.

09/09/2023 08:02 AM

Taylor High School varsity football senior defensive end Nikolas Garza-Walker (52) and senior outside linebacker Colbey Solis (22) pressure the opposing quarterback on Sept. 1 during the Ducks’ home game vs. Rockdale High School. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Ducks fall in another second-half heartbreaker

09/09/2023 01:28 AM

Hutto High School varsity football senior offensive guard Jamarion Whitley (51) and senior offensive tackle Preston Huneycutt (62) drop back into pass protection on Aug. 25 during the Hippos’ home game vs. San Marcos High School. Photo by Larry Pelchat

Steele overpowers Hippos

09/09/2023 01:18 AM

Granger High School varsity football senior outside line backer Thomas Youngblood (82) brings down an opposing ball carrier for a loss of yardage on Friday, Sept. 8 during the Lions’ road game at Holland High School. Photo by Andrew Salmi

Lions edged despite a resilient comeback

09/09/2023 01:13 AM

St. Mary’s quarterback Kolbe Barta looks down field for a receiver while trying to avoid a Faith Academy defender. The Rams fell to the Knights 64-18 Friday night at Memorial Field. Photo by Jason Hennington

Knights too much for Rams

09/09/2023 01:11 AM

Onnesha Williams, founder of Black Families of Hutto, asks mayor to resign. Source: City of Hutto

Hutto mayor faces community backlash

09/08/2023 05:08 PM

Calls for Service

09/07/2023 04:33 PM

Arrest Report

09/07/2023 04:29 PM

ERCOT asks Texans to conserve power Thursday, Sept. 7 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

ERCOT requests conservation this evening

09/07/2023 11:18 AM

Activities Abound

This Saturday, Sept. 9, there are four Taylor events happening.

09/06/2023 08:12 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N.

09/06/2023 08:12 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St.

09/06/2023 08:12 AM

St. Mary’s Homecoming Celebration

Sunday, Sept. 10, from 11 a.m.

09/06/2023 08:12 AM

County budget disappoints public officials

GEORGETOWN — Williamson County has its budget set for the upcoming fiscal year. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved an amount of $560,109,974 for the total county budget during their Aug.

09/06/2023 08:12 AM