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On April 20, was National Signing Day, and 11 students from Taylor High School signed to complete a technical program at Texas State Technical College. Students who signed are Mariano Zelasko-Jimenez, Miguel Ruiz, Anthony Bussey, Juan Medina Delgado, Johnathan Robles, Tristin Stewart-Desro...

NATIONAL SIGNING DAY

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Lessie Givens (right) enjoys visiting with other residents at the S.P.J.S.T. Nursing Home before a presentation in her honor. Photos by Jason Hennington

APPRECIATION FOR A TAYLOR TREASURE

There are stories of people spending their entire lives looking for treasure. However, according to friends, former students and the Taylor Independent School District, retired educator Lessie Givens has spent her life being a “Taylor treasure.” “God is blessing me every minute of the day,” Givens said. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM

Armando Perez, customer operations representative with Oncor Electric Delivery, shares a presentation on his employer’s response to Winter Storm Mara with the Taylor City Council April 27.

Oncor details storm response

During Winter Storm Mara, Taylor was one of the hardest hit communities in Texas, with approximately 8,600 customers without power during the storm’s peak, which took place from Jan. 31 – Feb. 2, 2023, and caused downed tree limbs, power lines and utility poles, as well as more than $5.3 million direct cleanup costs for the city. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM

(Left) Jose Barraza addresses the crowd alongside sons Vincent and Adrian, Dan Doss, with the Williamson County Historical Commission, District 4 Councilman Robert Garcia, and Joe Burgess, chair of the Friends of the Moody Museum, during the reading of the “Pet Brown Day Proclamation” at t...

Pet Brown’s legacy honored

A much beloved sports icon from Taylor’s early days is being honored today. At the April 27th meeting of the Taylor City Council, city leaders read a proclamation designating May 6, 2023, as “Pet Brown Day” to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the untimely shooting death of Elmer “Pet” Brown, a world champion wrestler from Taylor, born in 1888. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM

Taylor High School’s Teacher of the Year, Amber Nunnery, is congratulated by her students. Photo by Ryan Newsom

Taking time for joy and laughter in the classroom

Amber Nunnery is in her fourth year of teaching English in Taylor ISD, sixth year in education. She was inspired to become a teacher by her high school theater teacher, and the way that teacher had of empowering students through storytelling and pushing them to use skills they didn’t know they had. This, along with learning the value of words, effectiveness of stories and importance of critical thought inspired Nunnery to teach English. 05/05/2023 08:33 PM

Ruth Diaz and Javier Diaz sing at Heritage Square in Taylor during last year’s National Day of Prayer Photo by Fernando Castro

Youth to lead National Day of Prayer

On Thursday, Taylor will join the nation in calling on a higher power to watch over the country. Oasis Church is hosting the city’s celebration of the National Day of Prayer at 7 p.m. May 4 in Heritage Square. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

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Blackland Prairie Festival, Market Days this weekend

The community is invited to engage and celebrate good times this weekend through the many events lined up for Saturday, May 6. At noon, the Living Hope Church is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Concert with Mexican food at 212 E. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Soap Making Class Thursday, May 4 — At 9:30 a.m., Cha Warner Tucker will lead a Soap Making class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 N. FM 487. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Lady Lions junior Montana Moore shifts her weight as she swings the bat looking to get on base against Holland.

Lady Lions edge Eagles in playoffs

HUTTO – The Granger Lady Lions’ late push sends them past the Johnson City Eagles during their playoff game Thursday, April 27. The Lady Lions scored three runs in the sixth inning to put the game just out of reach for the Eagles to win their first playoff game of the season. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Lady Ducks junior Kayleigh Page tracking the ball to her glove to secure an out. Photos by Evan Hale

Lady Ducks post shutout in playoff opener

The Taylor Lady Ducks started off their playoff run with a bang against the Furr Brahmans (Houston) Friday, April 28. The Lady Ducks defeated the Brahmans 12-0 and showed that they are here to play. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Charles Ray Roepke

Charles Ray Roepke

Charles Ray Roepke, 82, of Taylor, passed away April 28, 2023. Charles was born Nov. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Before Mother’s Day, it’s Derby Day

Before Mother’s Day, it’s Derby Day

“Weep no more my lady, Oh, weep no more today. We will sing one song, For My Old Kentucky Home, For My Old Kentucky Home, far away.” — “My Old Kentucky Home” by Stephen Collins Foster, known as “the father of American music.” May 6 is Derby Day. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Ladybug larvae bear little resemblance to adult ladybugs. They are often confused for destructive pests, but they are voracious eaters consuming up to 100 aphids and mites a day. Courtesy photo

Plants get woke

Spring is a busy time of year for nature, and the landscape has woken up. Plants are vigorously growing thanks to the longer, warmer days. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

Coupland VFD discusses possible annexation

Coupland VFD discusses possible annexation

COUPLAND – Maranda Cummings, administrative support, reports, “Board meetings are being held in person at the Coupland Fire Station each second Tuesday of the month. The meetings are also available via telephone conferencing. This information is available each month on the meeting notice posted at the Coupland Fire Station, Coupland Post Office, Citizens National Bank in Coupland, Thrall Fire Station, and Thrall Post Office.” 05/02/2023 09:40 PM

ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING

ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING

ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING. 05/02/2023 09:40 PM