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All smiles before entering the ring, Destiny “Too Sweet” Jones dropped the smile and her opponent Saturday, April 1 in Houston. In a match hosted by Next FightUp, Jones (4-1-0) defeated Clarice “Reese” Morales(0-2-1) in a unanimous decision at the Summer Creek High Arena.

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Kevin Stuart. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press.

By supporting a small business, you're also supporting the local community. Spending your money in Taylor helps to stimulate our local economy and create more jobs.

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason. hennington@granitemediapartners.

This op-ed is written by staff members of TSTC of East Williamson County. East Williamson County is experiencing exponential growth in population and business.

Gladiola Louise (Martin) Kruse went to her eternal home Monday, April 3, 2023. Gladiola was born Sept.

Lifelong Granger resident, Martha Ann Cervenka, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Will-O-Bell Nursing Home in Bartlett. She was 92 years old. She was born July 4, 1930, in Granger to her parents Louis and Rosie (Nemec) Hajda.

Brian Larue Hubbard, Sr., 59, of Taylor, passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Baylor Scott & White hospital in Round Rock. Brian was born June 7, 1963, in Taylor, to Robert and Ruby Hubbard.

Lillian Holmstrom, 88, passed away March 31, 2023. Lillianwas born Aug.

HUTTO – Concerns with transportation issues including traffic flow on major roads and streets, as well as street maintenance, top the list of projects the city’s new public works director plans to tackle.

Curio Mrvosa Book Gang Wednesday, April 12 — At 7 p.m. in Good Strangers Coffee Shop every second Wednesday of the month at 114 W.

The Taylor Area Baseball and Softball (TABS) 6U Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Chicago White Sox last Saturday, April 1, with a 25-11 victory. The Pirates relied on their potent offense to claim their fourth win of the season with almost every player recording a hit in Saturday’s victory.

BREMOND – The Granger Lions spoiled the Bremond Tigers ability to enjoy home field by capturing their fifth district win of the season. The Lions picked up a 7-2 win over the Tigers, after their offense found a rhythm late in the district matchup.

THRALL – The Thrall Tigers (13-6 overall, 5-3 District 27-2A) held off a seventh inning rally by the Milano Eagles for a 3-2 win Tuesday night. The win keeps the Tigers in fourth place as they battle for a playoff spot.

HUTTO – The Hutto Hippos captured their third district win after defeating the Temple Wildcats, and now comfortably sit in a playoff spot. The Hippos defeated the Wildcats 5-3 in a close game at home, but they were able to bare down and come away with a victory.