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A monument sign marks the 35-acre development which is designed to be a walkable mixed-use destination. Photo source City of Hutto
Developers gamble on Co-Op completion
HUTTO – Developer MA Partners and the city staff have re-negotiated an agreement for developing the Co-op District (420 State Highway 79) with a new twist – a provision to give the land back to the city if a specific construction deadline is not met. The new terms were approved by the City Council at the May 4 meeting. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Kyle Ruggirello Photo source: Hutto Independent School District
Little bits of big news
Public budget workshop scheduled HUTTO – The public is invited to weigh in on city budget priorities Saturday, May 13. The workshop starts at 9 a.m. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Dwayne Ariola – Dwayne Ariola was re-elected for his third term on the Taylor City Council in the At-large seat.
Local incumbents remain in office
The results are in for local elections, and the people have chosen to keep incumbents in office. At the city, Dwayne Ariola wins his election with 63.50% of the vote, which means there is no need for a run-off. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Music was one of the many attractions at Blackland Prairie Days Saturday, May 6 at Heritage Square. Photos by Jason Hennington
A DAY ON THE BLACKLAND PRAIRIE
Festival fills Heritage Square On Saturday, May 6, people had the opportunity to pet a chicken or a tractor at the annual Blackland Prairie Day festival. This year, the event was held in Heritage Square, rather than along Main Street. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
(From left) Area Editor Jason Hennington discusses new developments coming to the city with Assistant City Manager Tom Yantis May 8 at the Taylor Press’ studio. Photo by Nicole Lessin
Taylor Talk: Yantis talks growth, new role
Late last summer, when Tom Yantis first appeared on Taylor Talk with Jason Hennington, his official title was assistant city manager and director of Development Services. This time around, the second half of his title may be gone, but the role Yantis is playing in the Samsung Austin Semiconductor economic juggernaut is as critical as ever. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
A delegation that included leaders from Taylor and Williamson County visited South Korea last month with executives from Samsung. (Left to right) Sung Min Hong, Dave Porter, Dana Harris, Russ Boles, Brandt Rydell, Si Young Choi, Bill Gravell, Brian LaBorde, Charisse Bodisch, Sang Phil Sim.
MOUs spawn from Korea trip
Through Samsung Austin Semiconductor, the City of Taylor already has a strong connection to South Korea. But now that connection is growing even stronger. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
ELECTION RESULTS
ELECTION RESULTS
City of Granger Proposition A For 88.73% Against 11.27% City of Hutto Place 1 Brian Thompson 57.40% Robin Sutton 42.60% Place 4 Peter Gordon 65.40% Nicole Calderone 34.60% Place 5 Dana Wilcott 46.84% James Weaver 26.66% Marcus Coleman 26.50% City of Thrall City Commissioner Anja Martin 76.19% Fernando Rodriguez 23.81% City of Coupland Proposition A For 58.22% Against 41.78% Granger ISD Trustee Jason Huf 30.19% Daryl Stefek 24.40% Josh Richter 19.08% Sandra Carpenter 18.36% Peter Reese 7.97% Hutto ISD Proposition A For 60.99% Against 39.01% Proposition B For 58.25% Against 41.75% Proposition C For 57.02% Against 42.98%. 05/09/2023 10:38 PM
Dwayne Ariola
Local incumbents remain in office
05/06/2023 10:26 PM
Lady Ducks 4x200 relay team (from left) Azalie Balusek, Zakaya Frederick, Kaleigh Woods, Emma Whitsel taking a picture after winning the district championship. (Top) Emma Whitsel gives a thumbs up after placing first in the pole vault at regionals. Photo By Larry Pelchat
Lady Ducks' track coach rides into the sunset
BULLARD – The Lady Ducks team competed Regional Meet in and it was the last track meet Shelli Cobb will coach at Taylor High School. “My final track meet is in the books, and I was so happy to be able to share it with these amazing young women and my two fabulous assistant coaches, Kim Clifton and Jay Reed,” Cobb said. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Ducks junior Devin Valdez standing in the batter’s box awaiting the pitch. Courtesy photo
Ducks deal out statement win
WALLER – The Taylor Ducks started their playoff journey at Waller High School Thursday, May 4, and only needed five innings to get the job done. The Ducks faced Houston Scarborough in round one and shut them out on their way to an 18-0 victory. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Jarvis Anderson (center) standing in the first place spot on the podium after winning the triple jump event. Courtesy Photo
Jarvis Anderson dominates regional
BULLARD – After another outstanding track season, Jarvis Anderson is headed to the state meet looking to add more medals to his collection. Anderson’s finishing in second place in his first at the regional meet, his performance solidified his spot at state. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
What’s in your cup?
What’s in your cup?
Imagine you are holding a cup of coffee when someone comes along and bumps into you making you spill your coffee. Why did you spill the coffee? “Because someone bumped into me.” Wrong answer. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
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. com. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Culture clashing
Culture clashing
The conflict pitting liberals against conservatives is often blatant, and usually leads to clashes between people over different values and beliefs. I’ve seen it happen between friends as well as people who are not fond of each other. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
Leonor Perez Reyes
Leonor Perez Reyes
Leonor Perez Reyes entered eternal rest when she was called home by her Heavenly Father April 28, 2023. She was 73 years old. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM
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