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Sons Jackson Meller (left) and Joshua Meller attach shoulder boards displaying Joseph Meller’s new rank as an Army lieutenant colonel; youngest son John Meller pins his dad’s beret Feb. 8 during the promotion ceremony at Camp Mabry as wife Rhonda Meller looks on. The family calls Taylor ho...
Newly promoted Taylor soldier: A student of leadership
In 2010, as the new executive officer for the 836th SAPPER Company in Kingsville, an elite group of combat engineers serving with the Texas Army National Guard, Joseph Meller recognized something special was going on. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
City Manager James Earp, seated, signs Cottonwood Properties ownership over to the EDC. Left to right: EDC board members Shawn Lucas, Mike Snyder, Erin Clancy and Randal Clark. Cottonwood Development Corporation member Peter Gordon. Director of Economic Development Bob Farley. EDC board me...
Embattled Cottonwood properties ready for new opportunity
HUTTO – After years of legal battles and stalled development, a 250-acre site, north of US 79 east of Hutto, known as Cottonwood Properties, is back in the hands of the city and its Economic Development Corp. The EDC officially took ownership of the property March 6. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Taylor ISD Ok’s hiring incentives
Taylor ISD Ok’s hiring incentives
It’s hiring season for new teachers, and Taylor Independent School District is using a variety of incentives to attract and retain qualified instructors and other employees. At the March 20 meeting, the Taylor ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a signing bonus of $1,000 for teachers with five years or less of experience and $1,500 for those with six or more years who accept a job before the end of May, as well as a $1,000 incentive for teachers who obtain certification for English as a Second Language. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
An egret carries materials to build a nest in mid-March. Courtesy photo by Andy Sharp
Bird parade!
T hink of Taylor’s egrets, and certain regrets over a recent firework fiasco or even excessive excrement may come to mind. But the folks at Good Life Taylor smell a different opportunity associated with the thousands of colonial nesters and other migratory birds who make their home in and around Murphy Park. 03/25/2023 01:39 AM
Landowners in the city’s extraterritorial jurisdiction attend an information meeting last fall about the Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan, which they say unfairly limits their property’s values. Photo by Nicole Lessin
House bill limiting MUDs on city’s fringes stalls
03/24/2023 05:51 PM
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
Taylor Blackland Prairie Days
On Saturday, May 6, Taylor will celebrate its annual Blackland Prairie Days event that pays tribute to the town’s rich cultural heritage. The event is hosted by the Czech Melody Masters and will be held in Historic Downtown from 10 a.m. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Outsmart the Scammers
Outsmart the Scammers
Engage in an educational seminar and learn how you can protect your information from scammers. On Wednesday, March 29, Melissa Gauna and Edward Jones will present a how to guide for spotting fraudulent activity. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Taylor Public Library Plant Swap
Taylor Public Library Plant Swap
Saturday, March 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Friends of the Taylor Public Library will host a free plant swap at 801 Vance St. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
UPCOMING EVENTS
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. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS
KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Lady Ducks senior Emma Whitsel jumping over a hurdle during her race on her way to second place. Courtesy Photo
Lady Ducks results from George Dixon relays
WACO – The Taylor Lady Ducks traveled to Waco La Vega to compete in the George Dixon Relays on Friday, March 17. The Lady Ducks had more than just the spirit of competition to deal with Friday as they were also fighting the cold weather throughout the relays. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
The Pirates huddling together after the game for a post-game speech from their coach. Courtesy Photo
Taylor area youth baseball update
On a chilly Saturday morning, the Taylor Area Baseball and Softball (TABS) 6U Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Minnesota Twins with a 20-12 victory. The Pirates relied on their heavy hitting to help them secure a win, as they seemingly hit everything but singles. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Lions senior Travis Burton delivering a strike to the Thrall batter. Photo by Larry Pelchat
Big third inning pushes Thrall past Granger
THRALL – The Thrall Tigers defeated the Granger Lions in the first district meeting of the season on Friday, March 17, at Tiger Stadium. The Tigers’ big third inning gave them just enough of an edge on the Lions to take an 11-6 win in the district matchup. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
Records made to be broken
Records made to be broken
Hello everyone and welcome back to the Huddle where today we will be discussing two of the most unbreakable records in sports and why they will be broken soon. Starting us off will be Wilt Chamberlin and his iconic single game record of 100-points in a game in the NBA. 03/22/2023 08:23 AM
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