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Residents and business owners who need materials to patch alleyways and private property can receive them this Saturday. The city of Taylor announced July 1, as Street Millings Day, and will pass out street millings supplies from 8 a.m.

HUTTO – Driven by an increase in staff, students and inflationary costs, Hutto Independent School District Board of Trustees approved an upcoming school year budget of $116,182,923 for the general fund, about $5.7 million more than last year.

Members of the Taylor Fire Department whose quick actions saved the lives of two apartment dwellers stranded in a house fire earlier this month recently received personal expressions of thanks from elected leaders and a standing ovation for their heroism.

COLLEGE STATION – Taylor High School varsity football was in action and braving the intense humidity on June 22-23 at the Dave Campbell’s Texas Football State 7-on-7 Tournament held at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex in College Station. The Ducks took on Panther Creek High School, Midland Christian School and Jasper High School in pool play on Thursday before squaring up against Needville High School on Friday for the championship bracket.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick claimed last week that Gov. Greg Abbott is sabotaging the Senate’s work because of their ongoing feud over which approach to property tax reform is best, The Dallas Morning News reported. Abbott vetoed three bills by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, who has been Patrick’s point senator on increasing homestead exemptions in order to provide tax cuts. As of Friday afternoon, he had vetoed 31 bills.

It’s the time of the year when you see people go out and enjoy our community parks. Neighbors and familiar faces from the online community stroll or jog the trails. A time when we can enjoy the sun (well before it gets too hot) and improve our health.

A loophole in the Texas Public Information Act that many law enforcement departments use to withhold records when someone dies in police custody will be closed with a new law taking effect Sept. 1.

Celestine Elizabeth Matysek Kelm, of Thorndale, passed away June 19, 2023. She was born in Williamson County, to Joe and Lydia Matysek, and raised in Laneport.

Samuel Ferman Stancil, known to his loved ones as Sam, passed away June 17, 2023, in Taylor, at the age of 55. Sam was born November 28, 1967, in Warner Robins, Georgia. He was a beloved son, brother, father, friend and a cherished member of his family.

Kenneth Dale Kerlin, 68, passed away Saturday, June 17, at his home in Hare. He was born Oct.

Joe Diaz Jr, 71, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 11, 2023, surrounded by his wife and family. Joe was born in Taylor, to Virginia Gonzales and Joe Diaz Sr. He grew up with five siblings and attended St.

IMPACT Taylor, Greater Taylor Foundation’s new initiative, aims to serve Taylor by listening to its residents. By interacting with community members through focus groups, the program is designed to identify Taylor’s biggest needs and fulfill them.

To report a problem with fiber installation, call 512-- 457-9247 or send an email to [email protected]..

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.