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Baylor Scott White Medical Center – Taylor has been recognized for pneumonia care. Photo by Edie Zuvanich
Clinic earns ‘high ranking’ for pneumonia care
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Taylor, 305 Mallard Lane, earned a “high performing” recognition for their level of care in pneumonia cases by U.S. News & World Report. The publication issues an annual Best Hospitals report ranking the nation’s medical centers. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
GriefShare program offered to local community
GriefShare program offered to local community
Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend are invited to register for the GriefShare program held at Christ Fellowship Church. This non-denominational program features Christ-centered, biblical teaching that focuses on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
At last year’s International Barbecue Cook-Off, brothers Geraldo and Fernando Reyes slice some brisket to submit for judging. Photo by Fernando Castro
Taylor International BBQ Cook-off
The Taylor International Barbecue Cook-off Committee will host the Taylor International Barbecue Cook-off Aug. 18-19 in Murphy Park, 1600 Veterans Dr. 08/09/2023 07:22 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. Main St. Booths provide high-quality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https://www.facebook. com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
PUBLIC MEETINGS
PUBLIC MEETINGS
TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
FY 24 budget, tax rate to be introduced
FY 24 budget, tax rate to be introduced
The tax rate is going down, but water utility rates are going up once again. And overall, the budget for fiscal year 2024 will swell by about 28 percent to $62 million from last year’s $48 million. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
Perla Hopkins, a volunteer from Leander, said that parents are fed up with the push toward “basically pornographic content” in children’s books.
Celebrity appearance highlights First Amendment fight
The controversy over free speech played out across America Aug. 5, as Brave Books’ inaugural “See You at the Library” event was held at over 300 public libraries nationwide. The program featured a children’s story time with book readings focused on Christian and conservative values, as well as prayer, singing and children’s activities. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
Commissioners call for bond election
Commissioners call for bond election
GEORGETOWN — Williamson County residents will see a nearly $900 million bond election on their ballots this November. The Commissioners Court officially approved an order to call the bond election during its meeting Tuesday, Aug. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
Steve Flores, who was named as the interim superintendent at the Aug. 7 special school board meeting of the Taylor Independent School District,, ceremoniously joins the trustees. Photo by Hunter Dworaczyk
Taylor ISD names interim superintendent days before school year starts
Taylor Independent School District temporarily filled its superintendent vacancy just days before students return for the school year. The school board announced an agreement with Steve Flores to fill the interim superintendent position during its special meeting on Monday, Aug. 08/09/2023 07:22 AM
Steve Flores, Taylor Independent School District's new interim superintendent, ceremoniously joins the trustees at the school board meeting. Photo by Hunter Dworaczyk.
Taylor ISD officially announces interim superintendent
08/07/2023 07:52 PM
Taylor and Thrall varsity volleyball teams play in a head-to-head scrimmage on Friday, Aug. 4 at the Taylor High School gymnasium. Photo by Andrew Salmi
Lady Ducks, Tigeretts volleyball start scrimmages
Taylor and Thrall High School volleyball squads were in action on Friday morning as the Lady Ducks hosted area teams for multiple scrimmages at the Taylor High School gymnasium. Manor New Tech and Round Rock Christian Academy were also in attendance as all four schools got their varsity and junior varsity teams some valuable preseason experience before Aug. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
St. Mary's Catholic School varsity football huddles around coach Rick Cobia during a 2022 preseason scrimmage. Photos by Evan Hale
St. Mary’s Football begins practices
The six-man season is also upon the city of Taylor as the St. Mary’s Catholic School varsity football team began practice this week in preparation for their upcoming scrimmages. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
The extra mile is never crowded
The extra mile is never crowded
A few weeks ago I got a call from a lady sounding very upset. She was asking if I had any available appointments for a regular french manicure that day, and more specifically if I would take a handicap client. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
Barbie: From inception to insanity
Barbie: From inception to insanity
“If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?” -- Pinterest quote “Barbie” the movie grossed $237 million in its first six days at the box office, not bad for a plastic creation approaching her 65th birthday. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
Lois Elaine (Poldrack) Lenz
Lois Elaine (Poldrack) Lenz
Lois Elaine (Poldrack) Lenz was born July 24, 1941, in Taylor, at Stromberg Clinic & Hospital, the daughter of Lucy and Charlie Poldrack. Lois went home to the Lord Friday, July 28, at the Viera Assisted Living in Corpus Christi, four days after celebrating her 82nd birthday. 08/05/2023 05:53 AM
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