Downtown Projects Approved Remaining 2013 Bond Funds to Be Used FERNANDO CASTRO Board Recommended the Street Board Made Some [email protected] Endeavors

Downtown Projects Approved Remaining 2013 Bond Funds to Be Used FERNANDO CASTRO Board Recommended the Street Board Made Some Fernando.Castro@Taylorpress.Net Endeavors

The largest selection of fashion frames in Williamson County

Taylor

601 Mallard • 512-352-3016 Remember to thank a Round Rock Veteran and 2120 Round Rock Ave. • 512-388-1333 Serviceman every day!

www.TaylorPress.net SERVING EASTERN WILLIAMSON COUNTY SINCE 1913 SUNDAY • JUNE 6, 2021 $1.00 vol. 108 issue 23 Downtown projects approved Remaining 2013 bond funds to be used FERNANDO CASTRO Board recommended the Street Board made some [email protected] endeavors. modifications to the staff PATSCHKE & Remaining money from “There’s approximately proposal and has recom- a 2013 bond for downtown $800,000, give or take, of mended a prioritized list of P PATSCHKE P Taylor street improvements remaining funds” said Tom projects.” P Real Estate LLC P has some direction. Yantis, Taylor assistant city At the top of the list of We can help you with On May 27, the Taylor manager. “The staff took is the implementation of ALL your real estate needs. City Council approved using a recommendation on the a wayfinding sign plan, Wayfinding signs are a priority for unused which was authorized in www.patschkeproperties.com the funds for a number of use of those funds to the bond funds for downtown Taylor projects. street projects in downtown. Main Street Advisory Board (512) 365-1905 Photo by Fernando Castro The Main Street Advisory back in April, and the Main See PROJECTS page 3A INSIDE TIGERS Taylor TO THE DEI still SKY at work FERNANDO CASTRO Graduation was a wild ride for seniors. See [email protected] more photos on pages A8-A9. ROAR A Taylor committee that Thrall students launch rocket aims to address the city’s diverse population will efore Thrall High School students set sail for the summer, meet for the third time this they set their sights high in the sky. Wednesday. On May 14, Thrall students built and launched 24 model B On June 9, the Taylor rockets. The launch was part of a business English class project for Diversity, Equity and technical report writing. Inclusion (DEI) committee Bob Haisler was the class instructor. Chris Munson of the Austin will meet at 6 p.m. The committee is a volunteer group See ROAR page 2A of community members with thoughts about diversity, equity and inclusion. This is not a city committee as the municipal LEFT: Emma Wicker stands with a model rocket about to launch at Thrall High School May 14. See DEI page 3A Waddles looks to take down the competi- BELOW: Andrew Butler, teacher Bob tion. Read all about it on page A7. Haisler and Matthew Thiele prepare to launch a model rocket at Thrall High School May 14 as part of a class project. Granger COVID-19 UPDATER Courtesy photos HS names County # of cases Williamson 40,025 Harris County 401,345 principal Dallas County 260,853 A new principal has been Tarrant County 218,419 named at Granger High Bexar County 184,539 School. El Paso County 136,196 On May 17, Travis County 83,878 the Granger Bell County 22,634 ISD school Bastrop County 7,239 board approved Milam County 1,460 Shane Wagner In Williamson County as the new high 476 Deaths school princi- WAGNER 50.51% Fully Vaccinated pal. He begins July 1 under the direction of the also recently hired Superintendent Jeni OBITUARIES Neatherlin. Billy Ronald Black “I am truly blessed for this Nelson Ray Hall opportunity,” said Wagner, Dawn Kasper Layssard Clifford Wilson Mahlow See PRINCIPAL page 3A

FIVE DAY FORECAST Precip Low Hi 21 riders pit stopping in Taylor on Sunday SUN 50% 71° 85° MON 25% 75° 88° JASON HENNINGTON wide network of individuals [email protected] committed to raising funds and TUE 35% 75° 87° On Sunday, June 6, Taylor awareness for cancer research WED 25% 74° 87° will have a few bicyclists stop- and support services. Each ping in for a stay. year, approximately 80 students THU 25% 72° 85° Twenty-one riders from Texas spend 18 months volunteering Find up to date weather forecasts at TaylorPress.net 4000 for Cancer will stop in in the Austin community, learn- Taylor as a part of their route ing about developments in can- across the United States. cer research, and fundraising a Texas 4000 for Cancer is a minimum of $4,500 per rider FOLLOW US registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit before embarking on a 70-day, led by students at the University more than 4,000-mile bike of Texas at Austin. The orga- ride from Austin to Anchorage, On their ride across the United States, 21 bicyclists will stop in Taylor June 6. They nization was founded upon a will be hosted by the McCrory Timmerman Project so they have a place to sleep. drive to cultivate a continent- See RIDERS page 2A Courtesy photo

Long TTermerm Mortgages VIC’S & Air Schmidt Insurance Agency Providence Now AAvailablevailable A hometown tradition of honesty & trust A Caring Community Funeral Home Located in Historic Downtown Hutto Contact Steven Kovar Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, Appliances 115-A East Street | PO Box 30 | Hutto, TX 78634 512-671-2232 P: 512-759-3277 | F: 512-759-2830 807 Carlos Parker Blvd NW SERVING TAYLOR & SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1978 [email protected] Taylor, TX www.schmidtinsuagency.com Mortgage Loan Ofﬁ cer #500148 512.352.5909 Email: [email protected] 35352-720435352-72042-72042-7204 Locally owned and operated www.taylorprovidencefuneralhome.com 103 N. MAIN, TAYLOR • STATE LIC # TACLB625C [email protected]

(512) 365-3614 Fax: (512) 352-9211 TOMMY TALLEYTALLEY ROOFING PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS A name that stands for Quality and Integrity DEPENDABLE SERVICE | QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP TERRY’S BODY SHOP, INC. Serving Taylor and Surrounding Locally Owned Communities for Over 35 Years & Operated 1508 W. 2nd • Taylor, Texas 76574 512-352-2838 OfÀ ce [email protected] 512-844-8883 Cell

Terry Tschoerner Richard Rumley M-41984 Owner Manager 512-269-1382 | www.plumbout.com

2A TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 Over 1,000 books given to TMS students TIM CROW [email protected] Over 1,000 books were given to students at Taylor Middle School to supplement their home libraries and to provide resources for sum- mertime reading. All by a best-selling author, Rick Riordan, students were able to choose their favorite titles from a large selection that was made possible by the quick action of librarian Kerrie Zeitler and Principal Chelsey Ellison. “I found out about this incredible opportunity on a Friday afternoon,” said Zeitler. “There were only a Students eagerly look through the selection of Rick Riordan books before making selections that they will get to take few pallets of books being home and keep. Taylor Middle School librarian Kerrie Zeitler is all smiles over offered to schools nation- Photos by Tim Crow a large delivery of books that will be given away to students. wide, so I knew we had to move fast. By the time we wanting to read and find- into the library and looked made the purchase a few ing a love for reading,” said at that big pile of books minutes later, there were Ellison, “and these books are before we took them to the only two pallets left.” high interest titles from a big cafeteria,” said Zeitler. “He Zeitler said the books name author.” looked at the pallet of books were made available by An autographed copy of and told his friend that he First Book, a company that a special edition, No. 881 couldn’t wait to come to provides books for Title 1 out of 1,000, was discovered school on Friday to get his schools at reduced prices. in the large stack of books. books. Just to see the excite- This large pallet of books So were several boxed sets ment that the kids have to cost the school just $350 and with price tags of $100 each. pick their books and to be brought a lot of excitement The books were displayed able to keep their books just to the campus. on tables for students to eas- warms my heart and gives “We have been brain- ily make their selections of me hope that these kids will storming about how to books to take home. turn into lifelong readers and Taylor Middle School assistant principals Sean Schobinger and Yesenia Rodriguez deliver a get kids reading more and “I had a student that came lovers of literature.” pallet of over 1,000 Rick Riordan books to the library.

ROAR page 1A Area Rocketry Group helped with the event. The endeavor was what Haisler called the student’s Science, Technology, English and Math (STEM) project. Their report was to come up with a team name, safety guidelines; weather and launch data, recovery efforts and an executive summary. STEM is a teaching philosophy that integrates four disciplines into a cross-disciplinary program to instruct in real-world applications and teaching methods. The U.S. Department of Education says that to meet the demands of the dynamic and evolving workforce, building students’ skills, Cooper Dube and Luke Fisher prepare for a model rocket content knowledge and literacy in launch at Thrall High School May 14. STEM fields is essential. Courtesy photos

Students in Bob Haisler’s business English class at Thrall High School celebrate a model rocket launch May 14 at their campus.

PROJECTS page 1A Alaska, as the culmina- tion of their experience. Unfortunately, due to ROUTE DESCRIPTION the continued closure The Ozarks route was added in 2013 to reach more people of the Canadian border, with our message across the American Midwest and Canada. the ride will not go This year, Ozarks will blaze a trail through East Texas, Louisiana, all the way to Alaska. Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minne- Instead, riders will bike sota before turning around in Minneapolis. While the Canadian across the United States border remains closed, Ozarks will continue their mission to the and spend 70 days west, hitting South Dakota, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, New spreading their mission. Mexico, and Oklahoma. Ultimately, the route will end in Austin, The Ozarks team, coming full circle. consisting of 21 riders, For the 2021 summer ride, the Ozarks route will only be riding in will be vaccinated and the lower 48 states with the ride ending in Austin. will arrive in the afternoon June 6 and will The Taylor Press 8th Annual leave early June 7. vide space for them to provide a van to shuttle Maya Kanani, Ozarks sleep upstairs in the riders to the field. travel chair, contacted McCrory Timmerman The Texas Beer 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL Mayor Brandt Rydell Building. The Ozarks Company will host a about finding a roof will have their own brief meet and greet in over their heads, food, sleeping bags and pads. the taproom followed by laundry and wi-fi. The city of Taylor will a spaghetti dinner next TOURNAMENT IS BACK! Local artist Judy make the showers at door at La Scala. Plans Blundell offered to host Memorial Field available also include breakfast the riders and will pro- for showers and will Monday morning. JULY 1011 AT TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL Williamson CountyCounty Grain Farm and Ranch HeadquartersHeadquarters $50 per team with up to Helping Taylor Grow Since 1975! 4 players on a team FFromrom the WeekendWeekend GardenerGardener toto the FullFull Time FarmerFarmer FEED- AAnimalsnimals LLargearge and Small AGE GROUPS ARE: SEED- GGardensardens ttoo RoRoww CrCropsops 1114 • 1517 FERTILIZER- YYardsards toto FFarmsarms 18 AND OLDER (anyone who has played varsity will play in this division) CRITTER CONTROL- Ants to Rats Winners receive rings and other prizes. Teams will be limited due to safety protocols. DEADLINE TO SIGN UP JULY 5 For more information, call Jason at 512-352-8535 or 512-269-9735 or email [email protected] 504 EE.. MLK Jr.Jr. Blvd.Blvd. • TaylorTaylor • 512-352-6343

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 3A

Upcoming Granger High School principal Shane Wagner stands with his family. Facebook / Granger ISD

The National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio Office had this local forecast as of Friday, June 4. PRINCIPAL page 1A Courtesy graphic / National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio Office. “and I look forward to principal at Sweet becoming part of the Home ISD for the past Granger Lion family in five years. Local rain chances in flux the most meaningful Wagner is married ways.” to his wife, Mary Beth; FERNANDO CASTRO should be mostly cloudy with should be in the mid 80s through Wagner has worked and has a 21-year-old [email protected] occasional breaks for the sun to at least Thursday with lows in education for 22 daughter, Faith, who shine. around 72 degrees. years and has taught Upcoming rain chances in the is a junior at Texas Taylor area aren’t as probable From Monday through Taylor recorded 2.15 inches math, coached sports A&M University; and as they were this past week, but Thursday, June 7-10, the fore- of rain from Friday, May 28, and been in adminis- they remain in the forecast. cast calls for a 20-30% chance through the Memorial Day week- tration positions for an 18-year-old son, Before the weekend, the Taylor of showers and thunderstorms. end. Another 2.42 inches fell more than 10 years. Christian, who attend- Texas Weather Network projected Precipitation is expected after 7 June 1-3 for a weeklong total of He three spent three ed Shiner High School. a 60% chance of showers and a.m. and before 7 p.m. each day. 4.57 inches. Isolated areas might years at Tidehaven All three are report- thunderstorms for Saturday, June As for temperatures, the have received more precipitation. High School princi- edly excited to become 5, before dropping down to 40% weather is expected to feel mild For an updated forecast, visit pal before becoming part of the Granger on Sunday. Otherwise, the sky with not much change. Highs http://www.taylortxwx.net. superintendent and family and community.

PROJECTS page 1A approximately 2017 to be developed by a consultant. Wayfinding signage is any type of sign that directs to a location, such as street signs in this case. “It was basically intended to guide residents and visitors to and within downtown, and that plan is fully completed and so we have all of the designs for all of those signs. We just haven’t implemented fully install- ing those signs,” said Yantis. “The big Welcome to Taylor sign out on 79 was one piece of that program.” Other priorities include: the implementation of a landscape plan for downtown planting beds; a re-stripe of downtown streets to maximize on-street parking; incremental improvements on The Taylor Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) committee convenes via Zoom May 12. West Second Street between Main and Captured via screenshot / Zoom Talbot streets; and improvements to Porter Street in page 1A a link to the Amtrak station. DEI “The Main Street Advisory Board’s government only provides said Osborne. “We want it Audrey Solis were also cho- also encouraged from the recommendation is to start going down the platform for the meet- to be community-based and sen co-chairs. Taylor Independent School the list and do as much as we can with ing. we want other organiza- The purpose of the com- District, religious organiza- the funding that we have until we run The meeting, which will tions to be a part of it.” mittee is to ensure equi- tions, and professionals who out of money,” said Yantis. “ be held over Zoom, contin- The second meeting table access and inclusion serve in the medical, social Councilmember Robert Garcia ues a program that city offi- focused on the group itself of opportunities, benefits, services, and mental health expressed disappointment that money cials hope will grow into to determine its logistical and resources for Taylor professions. While the city’s had not yet been spent on Porter Street a valuable resource for the structure and leadership. A residents. The committee’s elected officials are welcome since he sees costs associated with the Taylor community. co-chair model took shape charge will be to create a and encouraged to reach out project rise every year. Councilmember “We are hopeful that it as members were proposed dialogue regarding diversi- to the committee for advice Dwayne Ariola added that he thinks will take off and become for leadership roles. Jason ty, equity, and inclusion; to and guidance, the purpose Porter will be on the council’s short list an integral part of the con- Hennington, Taylor Press actively participate in devel- is to serve as a resource for of downtown streets to be fixed due to versation around diversity, publisher, served more as a oping a vision for diversity, the entire community. The its importance and location. equity, and inclusion in moderator during the first equity, and inclusion that committee is meant to be “I would just recommend that we the city of Taylor for many two meetings. represents the residents of a community-led initiative, as a council and we as a city do not sit years to come,” said Stacey “I stepped in to help Taylor; and to make recom- with city staff acting only on money and wait on costs to rise to Osborne, Taylor municipal (begin to) lead this so that mendations to community as facilitators and advisors get projects out of reach,” said Garcia, communications manager. it could be known that it leaders based on this vision. when needed. “so I would recommend that we look Although the DEI series wasn’t a city committee, All Taylor residents are To participate in the at what funds we have left from other is hosted by the city, the that it was a community- welcome to serve on the meeting, email co-chairs at bonds and see what we can use it for committee is not a munici- led committee,” said committee. Of special inter- taylordeicommittee@gmail. and get projects completed, … such as pal government commis- Hennington, who was est are perspectives from com. Porter street.” sion or entity. informally nominated by people of color, members For more information, For more from the discussion, “We feel like that would multiple members as a of the LGBTQ commu- visit https://www.ci.taylor. visit https://taylortx.swagit.com/ be antithetical to the whole potential co-chair. nity, and people with dis- tx.us/1073/diversity-equity- play/05272021-990/12. purpose of this committee,” Amy Everhart and abilities. Representation is inclusion-dei-committee. Don't let a fender bender I’M ROSCOE! PROUDLY SERVING THE TAYLOR COMMUNITY FOR ruin your day! Im Roscoe! Im a dapper ol gentleman whos still got all the right moves. Id love 3 GENERATIONS to move right into your home. Im a great TERRTERRY’SY’S BBODYODY SHOPSHOP,, ININC.C. catch! With age comes wisdom, loyalty, and PAINTING • FRAME REPAIR AND ALIGNMENT • COMPLETE BODY WORK a thirst for the Ú ner things in life. Ive only “OUR STAFF AND QUALITY OF WORK MAKE THE DIFFERENCE” been a backyard dog before and now I m ready to try all life has to offer! So far I IT’S YOUR RIGHT TO CHOOSE YOUR REPAIR FACILITY. love long walks in the park, lounging in my CALL US FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION! own dog bed, and chomping on all varieties of kibble. Come see me at the City Of Taylor, Texas Animal Shelter or call 512- AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES 352-5483 for more information. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FOR A GREENER TOMORROW MY DEETS: - male - 11 years old - 65 pounds - Dogo Argentino - Intake date: 05/29/2021 NOW PROVIDING CALL TODAY TO ADOPT, DONATE OR VOLUNTEER! TX – DOT PHYSICALS TTerraerra PrPropertiesoperties GrGroupoup “When you think of real estate, think of me.” BUROW CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Janette Polach, 512-365-3614 Broker Associate, ABR, CSR, GRI 612 N. MAIN STREET TAYLOR ,TX 512-365-5555 (o) 512-422-5450 (c) 512-352-5584 METRO 365-3113 [email protected] Taylor, TX 1508 WW.. 2nd Street • TaylorTaylor Hours: Richard Rumley-Manager Once a Duck, Always a Duck M,W,F – 8am-12pm, 2pm-6pm Tu, Th – 8am-11am, 2pm-5pm Sat – 8am-11am

TAYLOR PRESS

4A VIEWPOINTS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 ON MY SOAPBOX BY JASON HENNINGTON Unforgettable ending This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. The past 12 months have been . . . interesting. For high school graduates, it’s been unforgettable. Their fi nal year of high school, a global pandemic and glitches during graduation. The only school in our coverage area that didn’t have any problems was Granger. However, Taylor and Thrall had disruptive, yet memorable graduations. Senior Reporter Fernando Castro and I covered them and took a few minutes to talk about our experiences. STUFF ABOUT GOD AND CHRISTIANITY | By Ron Braley Jason: This weekend was tiring. I had to cover Taylor’s graduation twice in a sense. Not just live streaming and photos, but actually on Friday and Sunday. How were things in Thrall? Love yourself, love your neighbor Fernando: Thrall was quite an adventure. After Lately, I’ve been blab- Ron Jesus said He’ll judge us us up to aid others by driving through what felt like the storm of the bing about loving your- (Matthew 25:31-46). being godly models, century, I arrived at Thrall’s graduation soaking Braley self. So this week, we’ll Guest Physical health. helping physically, ‘being wet. No more than fi ve minutes after the start of go back to the Why and Columnist Jesus told us to ‘go.’ The there’ emotionally, and the ceremony, power went out and remained off How?? so that you can ‘going’ is necessary to assisting in feeding, through the rest of the evening. love your ‘neighbor’ as establish new relation- housing, and clothing ships with which to Jason: You were drenched with water and you you love yourself. the less fortunate. Here’s slow to speak and slow to be and make disciples had no power? I thought sitting out the storm in As we’ve learned, lov- the good news: you can anger —James 1:19. (Matthew 28:18-20). my car was rough. It seemed like the storm started ing yourself positions still love others even BE ANGRY, AND yet Our healthy relation- moving slower once it got to Taylor. A dark gradu- you to love others. With while you’re becoming healthy relationships DO NOT SIN; do not let ships also allow us to ation, I bet that was unique. healthy. Just do what (especially with God), the sun go down on your ‘go’ and help others. you can, give to others Fernando: Luckily everyone made the best of it, fi nances, mind, emo- anger —Ephesians 4:26. Emotional and men- as you can. except for my camera which didn’t get many good tions, and spirit, you’re … but whoever slaps tal health. This area Next week’s topic will shots. There’s not many more viable photos than armed to help others you on your right cheek, affects relationships. be Just Who Did Jesus what readers are seeing in this edition. do the same. But, how turn the other to him When we’re healthy Tick off, Anyway?? To emotionally and men- Jason: Well, at least you were inside. The rain does that look? We’ll also. If anyone wants to support our passivity, we sue you and take your tally, we’ll be positioned stopped for a moment, but the lightning did not. It learn that our love falls sometimes make Jesus shirt, let him have your to mentor others, listen was a great light show, albeit dangerous. The stu- into similar categories as passive. To support our the spiritual formation I coat also. Whoever forces to them in their pain, dents seem to have fun in the locker room hanging angry, polarizing, and recently addressed. So, you to go one mile, go aid in healing, etc. out, talking and dancing. I think some teachers political rhetoric, we let’s frame my input like with him two. Give to Spiritual. Once enjoyed that too. So, I guess that made it special. often make Jesus politi- that. him who asks of you, and healthy, we can be godly models of spiritual prac- cal. You’ll discover that Fernando: It certainly was an interesting end Relationships. Our do not turn away from the answer is some- to the year for the class of 2021. What are you connections are vital! him who wants to borrow tices, including Bible study, prayer, account- where in between, but going to take away from these graduations? The Bible says much from you. —Matthew always in God’s frame- about interacting with 5:39-42. ability, and discipleship. Jason: Aside from wet socks and shoes, I will That’s how others can work and mission, not others in a godly way take away the fact that graduation will always Finances. You can- grow spiritually; spiri- ours. to maintain and deepen be memorable. No matter the situation, memories not help others fi nan- tual growth positively Questions or com- those connections will always be created, and they differ for each cially without money! affects all others! ments? Email publish- used to present God’s person in each class. In Thrall, the valedictorian But, once you get your In summary, lov- [email protected]. Kingdom to others. Here will remember that her hat lit up the podium so fi nances under control, ing your neighbor can are several biblical tips she could speak. Another student might remember you may have resources happen when we love Blessings and peace, for keeping those con- with which to help ourselves. Being healthy Pastor Ron Braley, his or her cell phone battery life once they got to nections alive: their car because their phone almost died. clothe, feed, or house relationally, spiritually, Northview Christian In Taylor, students might remember how loud … be quick to hear, others—things on which fi nancially, etc., sets Church the thunder sounded in the locker room, while another might remember dancing with a teacher while waiting. Some might even remember that graduation got moved to a totally different day. LETTER TO THE EDITOR Regardless of what they remember, graduation UFOs, the speed of Columbus reported see- at 6.7 million miles per only on planet Earth? was unforgettable, and it always will be. Not just light and perspective ing a strange sphere of hour and even at that Astronomers now for the students, but for the parents, the school light emerge out of the speed it would take 400 believe that our entire Dear Editor, offi cials and for us . . . the people who cover them. ocean and then fl y away years to travel that dis- universe is 93 billion Recently in the news, into the sky. This hap- tance. light years across. Light Fernando: Isn’t it time to get off your soapbox we have heard of UFO now? pened 529 years ago. Some people want travels 6 trillion mile in sightings and apparently I do not believe that to meet these “higher one year. If you want to Jason: Yes, because I need to go do tournament our government wants these UFOs are from beings” assumed to know how many miles stuff. to do a more serious another solar system operate these spaceships our universe is in diam- study of the issue. But Fernando: Ending quote? in our galaxy. They are because, I believe, that eters, multiply 6 trillion UFOs are nothing new. probably from conti- there is a “higher being- by 93 billion. Jason: There are some things you can only During World War I nents that sank into the ness” in all of us that we Astronomers and learn in a storm. bomber pilots reported ocean. Two such conti- would like to magnify. astronauts have strange aircraft buzzing nents might be Atlantis With the Hubble observed that in our around their planes. The and Lemuria, which had Telescope we have solar system the planet Blacklands commanders told them a higher technology and found some 200 billion Earth is only a blue dot. Publications, Inc. to refer to these objects some fl ying machines. galaxies as of this date. Yes, and in our galaxy as foo fi ghters. The nearest solar sys- Our Milky way galaxy the planet Earth is less (USPS 534-760) People all over the tem is four light years contains only 100 billion than a micron. So don’t All contents ©2021, Taylor Press. world have seen strange away, 186,000 miles per stars. There are 12 solar let anything get in your fl ying crafts for many second. Even at one- systems within 10 light head. The Taylor Press is published twice a week, on years. In October of hundredth the speed of years of our own. Frank L. Chovanec Sunday and Wednesday, by Blacklands Publications Inc., 1942, Christopher light, you would travel Why would life exist Taylor, TX 211 W 3rd Street, Taylor, Texas 76574. Periodicals postage paid at Taylor, Texas 76574. Postmaster: If undeliverable, send Form 3579 to the Taylor Press. ONLINE POLL QUESTION (512) 352-8535 | Austin metro (512) 365-8530 www.taylorpress.net | On Facebook and Twitter @GoTaylorTx THIS WEEK’S QUESTION LAST WEEK’S QUESTION Email: [email protected] Summer activities and youth sports are coming up. With local area schools graduating What is your anticipation level for them? this weekend, what do you remember about your graduation? Jason Hennington, Publisher A. I’m apprehensive of sending my children to them, we’re still in a pandemic [email protected] A. A fi nal high school memory B. I’m excited to send my children out, but they will take with friends. – 29% safety precautions (masks, etc.) Fernando Castro, Senior Reporter C. My children have always either stayed at home or worked B. I didn’t attend my graduation. – 21% [email protected] during the summer C. Thank goodness high D. They’re already out the door school is over. – 11% Matt Hooks, Sports Editor D. Where’s the after party? – 29% [email protected] Visit us at www.taylorpress.net to vote now! E. Other – 10% Carolyn Hill, Business Manager [email protected] WHERE TO WRITE Regina Taylor, Advertising [email protected] U.S. Senator - Ted Cruz U.S. Representative, Dist. 31 State Senator, Dist. 5 Williamson County Judge Dirksen Senate Office Building John Carter Charles Schwertner Bill Gravell Editorial Policy: Suite SDB-40B One Financial Centre P.O. Box 12068 710 S. Main St., Ste. 101 Washington, D.C. 20510 1717 North IH 35, Ste. 303 Austin, TX 78711-2068 Georgetown, TX 78626 All opinions and viewpoints expressed by columnists, feature writers, (512) 943-1550 writers of Letters to the Editor, etc., do not necessarily represent the (202) 224-5922 Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 463-0105 (512) 246-1600 editorial opinions of the Taylor Press. State Representative, Dist. 52 City Manager An erroneous reflection upon the character standing, or reputation U.S. Senator - John Cornyn Texas Governor - Greg Abbott James D. Talarico Brian LaBorde of any person, firm or corporation which may appear in the columns 517 Hart Senate Office Bldg. P.O. Box 12428 P.O. Box 2910 400 Porter St. of the Taylor Press will gladly be corrected upon being brought to the Washington, D.C. 20510 Austin, TX 78711-2428 Austin, TX 78768-2910 Taylor, TX 76574 attention of the publisher. (202) 224-2934 (512) 463-2000 (512) 463-0670 (512) 352-3675

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 5A TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT ARREST REPORT

It is important to note that an arrest should ed to a report of a disturbance. Cornwell was in the 1100 block of W. Fourth St., officers MAY 30 not be considered as evidence of guilt. The observed to be intoxicated and was arrested. responded to a report of an assault. An Kayla Cunningham, 25, of Taylor, at 12:29 defendants are presumed innocent until prov- Cornwell was charged with public intoxication, investigation revealed Gomez physically a.m., in the 400 block of Mariposa Ln., offi- en guilty in a court of law. a class C misdemeanor. Cornwell received a PR assaulted a member of the household, caus- cers apprehended Cunningham, who had an bond for $500 and was released the same day. ing injury. Gomez was arrested and charged outstanding warrant out of Killeen for theft MAY 24 with assault with injury/family violence, a of rental service, a class A misdemeanor. Trinity Cornwell, 17, of Taylor, at 2:45 a.m., in MAY 25 class A misdemeanor. Gomez posted bond Cunningham posted bond for $3,000 and the 600 block of Gilmore St., officers respond- Jessie Gomez, 17, of Taylor, at 10:48 p.m., for $3,500 and was released May 30. was released the same day.

TAYLOR POLICE DEPARTMENT CALLS FOR SERVICE

MAY 23 Assault-Citation Issued-100 Locate-Old Thorndale Rd/ Warning Issued-200 block of W Welfare Concern-No Accident Minor-Report Taken- block of Sams St Washburn St Fourth St Report-1800 block of Maplelawn 900 block of SW Carlos G Parker Animal Complaint Dog at Suspicious Circumstances-No 911 Call-No Report-800 block of St Blvd Large-Subjects Advised and Report-100 block of Pivot Dellinger Dr Welfare Concern-No Theft-No Contact-1000 block of Complied-600 block of Big Sur Accident Minor-No Report-N Animal Complaint Dog at Report-4000 block of Big Bend Price St Trail Main St/W Second St Large-Unable to Locate-700 block Trail Noise Complaint-No Report- Reckless / Erratic Driver-No Accident Hit and Run-No of Maple St Accident Minor-No Report-N Davis St/Mallard Ln Report-Chandler Rd/N Main St Report-1200 block of Vance St Theft-Report Taken-1100 block Main St/W Lake Dr Unwanted Person-No 911 Call-No Report-300 block of Suspicious Circumstances-No of E Fourth St Unwanted Person-Criminal Offense-500 block of Gano St W Lake Dr Report-700 block of Big Sur Trail Abandoned Vehicle-No Trespass Warning Issued-Taylor Road / Traffic Hazard-Animal Accident Minor-Report Taken- Welfare Concern-No Report-1300 block of Fairgrounds Village Inn 1907 N Main St Control Advised-2700 block of 1300 block of W Seventh St Report-900 block of Porter St St Citizen Contact-No Report-W Sunny Ln Road / Traffic Hazard-No Reckless / Erratic Driver-Unable Abandoned Vehicle-Report Seventh St/Davis St Animal Complaint Dog at Report-Hermann Sons Rd/W to Locate-2900 block of W Second Taken-700 block of Big Sur Trail Civil Matter-No Report-600 Large-No Report-700 block of Second St St Welfare Concern-No block of Howard St Sloan St 911 Call-No Report-2100 block Assist Citizen-No Report-Baylor Report-300 block of E Eighth St Criminal Trespass-No Road / Traffic Hazard-No of Southwood Hills Dr Scott and White 305 Mallard Ln Identity Theft-No Report- Report-1300 block of Sycamore St Report-Bull Run Apartments 2800 Criminal Trespass-No 911 Call-Unable to Locate-2500 Fairway Apartments 210 W Lake Welfare Concern-No Report-300 Bull Run Report-600 block of Vernon St block of E Fourth St Dr block of E Eighth St Animal Welfare-No Report- Criminal Trespass-No Report- Welfare Concern-No Accident Minor-No Report-W Accident Hit and Run-Report Arbors of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Axis Supply 601 W Second St Report-500 block of Gano St Fifth St/N Main St Taken-200 block of W Lake Dr Animal Welfare-No Report-S 911 Call-No Report-1400 block Welfare Concern-No Suspicious Circumstances-No Road / Traffic Hazard-No Robinson St/E Martin Luther King of McLain St Contact-600 block of Mariposa Ln Report-800 block of Howard St Report-900 block of Dellinger Dr Jr. Blvd Theft-Report Taken-2700 block Animal Welfare-No Report-500 Theft-Criminal Trespass Road / Traffic Hazard-No Welfare Concern-No Report- of Smith Ave block of Lizzie St Warning Issued-Walmart 3701 N Report-2600 block of Old Debus Cir Citizen Contact-No Report- Welfare Concern-No Main St Thorndale Rd Animal Welfare-Animal Walmart 3701 N Main St Contact-400 block of Victoria St Criminal Mischief-No Reckless / Erratic Driver-Unable Impounded-300 block of W Assist Citizen-No Report-Taylor Burglary of Vehicle-No Report- Report-100 block of Second Ave to Locate-1400 block of Howard St Second St Hutto Self Storage 4105 W Second First Baptist Church 2500 Mallard 911 Call-No Report-300 block of Motorist Assist-No Report-SW Theft-No Report-500 block of St Ln W Twelfth St Carlos G Parker Blvd/FM 973 Booth St Assault-Arrested-1100 block of Animal Complaint Dog at Reckless / Erratic Driver-Unable Citizen Contact-No Report-900 Threat-No Report W Fourth St Large-No Report-1800 block of N to Locate-5400 block of W block of Dellinger Dr Welfare Concern-No Report-700 Lynn St Second St Fraud-No Report-Shell 501 N MAY 25 block of Westchester Rd City Ordinance Violation- 911 Call-No Report-1300 block Main St Lost / Found Property-Report Suspicious Circumstances-No Unable to Locate-W Seventh St/N of W Second St Welfare Concern-Warning Taken Report-W Fifth St/N Main St Main St 911 Call-No Report-Burnett Issued-Walmart 3701 N Main St Suspicious Circumstances-No Suspicious Circumstances-No Animal Complaint-No Place Apartments 405 Sloan St Road / Traffic Hazard-No Report-200 block of W Fourth St Report-500 block of Estes Park Report-700 block of Lizzie St 911 Call-No Report-Howard Report-Bill Pickett Trail/T H Assault-Arrested-1800 block of Animal Complaint Dog at 911 Call-No Report-Durcon 206 St/W Lake Dr Johnson Dr Maplelawn St Large-Animal Impounded-400 Allison Dr 911 Call-No Report-100 block of Welfare Concern-No Report- Burglary of Vehicle-Report block of Ferguson St Threat-No Report-Main Street Second Ave Walmart 3701 N Main St Taken-1200 block of Debus Dr Animal Welfare-No Contact-600 Commons 3700 N Main St Accident Minor-No Report-T H MAY 29 Harassment-No Report-100 block of W Martin Luther King Jr. Citizen Contact-No Report-900 Johnson Dr/Bill Pickett Trail block of Second Ave Blvd block of Randall St Animal Complaint Dog at 911 Call-No Report-4200 block Reckless / Erratic Driver- Unauthorized Use of Motor Noise Complaint-No Report- Large-No Report-700 block of W of Zion Ave Officers Advised-100 block of FM Vehicle-Report Taken-2600 block Murphy Park 1600 Veterans Dr Fifth St Disturbance-No Report- of Northlawn Dr Xchange Nightlife 115 W Second 973 Credit Debit Card Abuse-No Citizen Contact-No Report- Abandoned Vehicle-Vehicle Taylor PD 500 S Main St St Reckless / Erratic Driver- Report-300 block of E Martin Red Tagged-200 block of Davis St 911 Call-No Report-100 block of Assault-Report Taken-Taylor Officers Advised-5500 block of N Luther King Jr. Blvd Animal Complaint Dog at Vance St Square Apartments 1005 Main St 911 Call-No Report-1100 block Large-Animal Impounded-Dickey Welfare Concern-No Cottonbowl Dr Warrant Service-Arrested- of Wallace St St/Symes St Report-300 block of E Eighth St Road / Traffic Hazard-No Walmart 3701 N Main St Illegal Dumping-No Report- Parking Complaint / Violation- 911 Call-No Report-1200 block Report-FM 3349/W Second St Noise Complaint-No Report-200 Taylor Plaza 3100 N Main St No Report-Axis Supply 601 W of Lexington St Suspicious Circumstances-Gone block of Park St Citizen Contact-No Report-100 Second St Harassment-No Report on Arrival-1900 block of O L G Suspicious Person-No Report- block of W Fourth Animal Complaint Dog at Harassment-No Report-500 Cemetery Rd Regency Inn 2007 N Main St Disturbance-Unable to Locate- Large-No Report-100 block of block of W Sixth St 911 Call-No Report-1000 block Disturbance-No Offense-600 Taylor Village Inn 1907 N Main St Royal St 911 Call-No Report-Luxury Inn of Talbot St block of E Pecan St Suspicious Vehicle-Gone on Assault-Report Taken-1300 2003 W Second St Lost / Found Property-No Reckless / Erratic Driver- Arrival-Robinson Park 206 S block of Willow Brook Trail Reckless / Erratic Driver-Gone Report-Walmart 3701 N Main St Officers Advised-200 block of N Dolan Ave Lost / Found Property-No on Arrival-E Martin Luther King Jr. Welfare Concern-No Report-300 FM 973 Reckless / Erratic Driver- Report-Walmart 3701 N Main St Blvd/S Main St block of E Eighth St Officers Advised-S Main St/ MAY 24 Abandoned Vehicle-Vehicle Suspicious Circumstances- Welfare Concern-No Report-400 Red Tagged-800 block of Kirk St Potomac St Officers Advised-200 block of W block of W Lake Dr Suspicious Circumstances-No 911 Call-No Report-3200 block Disturbance-No Report-1900 Second St Unwanted Person-No Report- Report-100 block of Lillian Dr of N Main St block of Old Granger Rd Harassment-No Report-1100 Fairview Apartments 210 W Lake Public Intoxication- Welfare Concern-No Disturbance-No Report-1000 block of W Sixth St Dr Arrested-1800 block of Hood St Report-300 block of N Doak St block of Price St Accident Minor-Report Parking Complaint / Violation- Reckless / Erratic Driver-Unable Fraud-No Report-Taylor Square 911 Call-No Report-400 block Taken-W Second St/Sloan St No Report-1000 block of Price St to Locate-10000 block of S Sh 95 Apartments 1005 Cottonbowl Dr of Sabrina Dr Accident Minor-Unable to Motorist Assist-No Report-5500 Burglary of Vehicle-Report Citizen Contact-No Report-2200 Locate-N Main St/W Seventh St block of FM 619 MAY 27 Taken-700 block of Lizzie St block of E Fourth St 911 Call-No Report-600 block of Accident Minor-Report Taken- Welfare Concern-No Report- Noise Complaint-Subjects MAY 28 Symes St 1200 block of Se Carlos G Parker Burnett Place Apartments 405 Advised and Complied-800 block Suspicious Circumstances-No Civil Matter-No Report-Arbors Blvd Sloan St of Cecelia St Offense-2000 block of W Second of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Abandoned Vehicle-Vehicle Criminal Trespass-No Motorist Assist-No Report-Park St 911 Call-No Report-Taylor Red Tagged-W Ninth St/Davis St Report-800 block of W Second St St/W Second St Suspicious Circumstances-No Regional Park 210 NW Carlos G Theft-Report Taken-500 block Motorist Assist-No Report-S Citizen Contact-No Report- Report-Taco Bell 2009 N Main St Parker Blvd of Booth St Edmond St/SW Carlos G Parker Solid Tattoo 813 W Second St Accident Minor-Report Taken- Assist Citizen-No Report-500 Animal Welfare-Animal Blvd Reckless / Erratic Driver-No Howard St/W Second St block of Burkett St Impounded-500 block of W Pecan 911 Call-No Report-Walmart Report-300 block of FM 973 Suspicious Circumstances-No Accident Minor-Report Taken-E St 3701 N Main St Suspicious Vehicle-No Report- Report-Debus Cir Fourth St/FM 619 Road / Traffic Hazard-No Motorist Assist-No Report-1400 Debus Cir Accident Minor-Report Taken- Threat-No Report-1900 block of Report-800 block of S Rio Grande block of Welch St Reckless / Erratic Driver-Unable 1900 block of W Second St W Third St St Civil Matter-No Report-Taylor to Locate-4800 block of W 911 Call-No Report-700 block of Noise Complaint-Subjects Animal Complaint Dog at Village Inn 1907 N Main St Second St W Sixth St Advised and Complied-900 block Large-No Report-100 block of 911 Call-No Report-2000 block Parking Complaint / Violation- Suspicious Circumstances- of W Third St First Ave of Brewers Pl No Report-Taylor Village Inn 1907 Unable to Locate-600 block of E Civil Matter-No Report-400 Burglary of Building-Report Disturbance-No Report-700 N Main St Fourth St block of Mariposa Ln Taken-Cubesmart Self Storage block of Debus Dr Animal Bite-No Report-Th Accident Minor-Report Taken- Noise Complaint-No Report-100 3706 N Main St Disturbance-No Report-Arbors Johnson Elementary 3100 Duck FM 973/SW Carlos G Parker Blvd block of Reagor Dr Citizen Contact-No Report-1400 of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Ln Disturbance-No Report-Murphy Noise Complaint-No Report-900 block of N Main St 911 Call-No Report-1000 block Animal Complaint-No Park 1600 Veterans Dr block of W Third St Welfare Concern-No of W Seventh St Report-500 block of Lenora Dr Animal Complaint-No Noise Complaint-Officers Contact-300 block of E Eighth St Disturbance-Unable to Locate- 911 Call-No Report-800 block of Report-100 block of W Lake Dr Advised-100 block of Bethann Unauthorized Use of Motor Arbors of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Dellinger Dr Suspicious Person-No Loop Vehicle-Report Taken-800 block Suspicious Circumstances-No Civil Matter-No Report-Taylor Report-1200 block of W Seventh Suspicious Vehicle-No of Talbot St Report-100 block of Mammoth Auto Credit 1912 N Main St St Report-100 block of E Lake Dr Parking Complaint / Violation- Civil Matter-No Report-3400 911 Call-No Report-700 block of Disturbance-No Report-Arbors Warning Issued-Walmart 3701 N MAY 26 block of W Second St NW Carlos G Parker Blvd of Taylor 201 Highland Dr Main St Suspicious Circumstances- Animal Complaint Dog at Public Intoxication-Unable Noise Complaint-No Report-900 911 Call-No Report-BBVA Unable to Locate-600 block of W Large-No Report-4100 block of to Locate-Murphy Park 1600 block of Kimbro St Compass Bank 1701 N Main St Third St Big Bend Trail Veterans Dr Threat-No Report-Burnett Place Theft-Report Taken-1600 block Suspicious Vehicle-Gone on Welfare Concern-No Animal Complaint-No Apartments 405 Sloan St of W Lake Dr Arrival-3800 block of W Second St Report-900 block of Porter St Report-800 block of Kirk St 911 Call-Unable to Locate-900 Reckless / Erratic Driver-No Suspicious Vehicle-No 911 Call-No Report-600 block Theft-No Report-200 block of block of S Main St Report-Arbors of Taylor 201 Report-600 block of W Second St of Rices Crossing Rd Nathaniel Dr Disturbance-No Offense-1200 Highland Dr Citizen Contact-Unable to Parking Complaint / Violation- 911 Call-No Report-Debus Cir block of Fairgrounds St Master electricians A&B Sheet Metal Longhorn Title Co. on the job for you. and Rooﬁ ng of Taylor Large enough to serve, small enough to care. Family owned and operated • Licensed & since 1978 Over 35 Years Insured Sales and Installation BBUYINGUYING ~ SELLING ~ REFINANCREFINANCING?ING? • All Work Fully Insured of Service Member: Local area DDemandemand youryour loclocallyally owownedned and operoperatedated Guaranteed Chambers of Commerce, TiTitletle CompanyCompany SinceSince 19721972 • Residential & Roofi ng Contractors Association of Texas IIt’st’s YYOUROUR CCHOICE!HOICE! Commercial New Construction • Sales & Service Re-Roofs Metal, Shingles, TPO SINCE 1958 Commercial, Residential Sheet Metal Work • Rain Gutters FREE ESTIMATES Call Us (Georgetown) : 512-930-1414 Kruse Electric Services, LLC Call Us (Taylor) : 512-352-3520 901 West 2nd (Hwy. 79W) • Taylor 4804 W Second (Hwy 79W) • Taylor, TX TECL#27623 3613 Williams Dr. #204 | Georgetown | TX 78628 512-352-7870 309 N. Main St. | Taylor | TX 76574 512-352-2723 abrooﬁ [email protected]

6A TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 OBITUARIES Billy Ronald Black Full obituaries are available at www.taylorpress.net. Obituaries are posted daily as they are received. Billy Ronald Black, age 92, of Pflugerville, Dawn Kasper Layssard passed away May 30, 2021, in Pflugerville. He Dawn Kasper grandparents, Herman A visitation was held was born Aug. 15, 1928, Layssard, 53, passed Albert Roehr and Hattie Saturday, June 5, from in Martins Mill, to away peacefully at home Becker, Bessie Kubicek noon to 2 p.m. at the Peron and Lilian “Reid” with her family by her and John Kasper. Ss. Cyril and Methodius Black. side June 1, 2021. She Dawn is survived Catholic Church in Billy was in the U.S was born Sept. 12, 1967, by her husband, Granger, with the mass Army 1st field observa- in Austin, and is the Thomas Layssard of of Christian burial tion battalion from 1950 daughter of Alice and Georgetown; her par- beginning at 2 p.m. to 1952 active duty Canada with his wife Emil John Kasper of ents, Alice and Emil Following the service, Dawn was laid to rest at Korean War. Letitia Black. Hutto. Kasper; brother and the St. Mary’s Catholic He worked for Texas Billy is survived by Dawn is a graduate sister-in-law, Shannon Cemetery in Taylor. Power and Light (TXU) one son, Ron Black; one of Hutto High School, States Postal Service in and Janine Kasper; her class of 1986, saluta- Austin, with 23 years of brother, Greg Kasper; In lieu of flowers, from 1952 to 1987 as daughter, Pamela Black; torian. She earned her service. her brothers-in-law, the family requests district manager for the one granddaughter, Jennifer Bartosh; and bachelor’s degree in In April 2003, Dawn William and Larry that friends and loved Taylor area. one brother; Leon Black. social work from the married the love of her Layssard; stepdaughter, ones make a donation He was a Taylor There will be a University of Texas at life, Thomas Layssard. Deonna Morgan and her in Dawn’s memory to resident from 1965 to memorial service June the St. Mary of the 1980, and he was the Austin. They have enjoyed a life husband Lee; stepson, 12, at 10 a.m. at Condra Since graduation she filled with a growing Dorian Layssard and Assumption Catholic citizen of the year in Funeral Home in Taylor. Church in Taylor. 1974. After retirement accelerated in her career family and love sur- his wife Crystal; nine he toured Europe and and achieved the posi- rounding them. step-grandchildren and enjoyed RVing across tion of Transportation Dawn was pre- 10 step-great grandchil- the United States and Manager for the United ceded in death by her dren.

Nelson Ray Hall Clifford Wilson Mahlow Nelson Ray Hall Clifford Wilson Skidmore and husband In the event of passed away Saturday, Mahlow, 86, of Taylor, David, and Pam Fuller; inclement weather, the May 29, 2021, at the passed away June 2, sister, Carol Kropp and service was scheduled Sundance Memory Care 2021. husband Jim; grand- to be held at the funeral in Cedar Park. Nelson Clifford was born children, Blake and home at 10 a.m. was 82 and had suffered in Coupland, June 30, Sherry Mahlow and In lieu of flowers, the from dementia in recent 1934, to Wilson and Ella Glenna Juneau; and family wishes you consider years. Brinkmeyer Mahlow. He great-grandchildren, making a memorial dona- Nelson was born graduated from Thrall Ryder and Brenna tion in Clifford’s honor to Sept. 30, 1938, to High School. Juneau; nephew, Phillip St. Paul Lutheran Church, Nelson Andrew Hall Upon graduation, Kropp; and former wife, 401 W. Seventh Street, and Helen E. Kocurek loved spending time he enlisted in the U.S. Church in Taylor, until Margaret Pelzel; as well Taylor, Texas, 76574. in Granger. He gradu- indoors with his cats. Army and fought for his illness. as other family and The family of Clifford ated from Granger High Nelson was an excel- our country during the Clifford was pre- friends. Mahlow wishes to thank School in 1957 and mar- lent provider for his Korean Conflict. ceded in death by his Visitation was held the staff of S.P.J.S.T. ried Ann Zrubek. family. He instilled in He worked as a parents; son, Bryan; and Saturday, June 5, from Nursing Home for all Following his dream, his children responsibil- machine operator for daughter-in-law, Debbie; 9 to 10 a.m. at Condra the love and care they he enlisted in the US ity and a strong work TxDOT for 40 years. He grandson, Bryant; and Funeral Home, with provided. Army. His 21-year mili- ethic. was a Master Mason for son-in-law, Charlie graveside services fol- tary career took him to Nelson is survived more than 50 years. He Fuller. lowing at Taylor City numerous assignments by his five children, was an active member Clifford is survived Cemetery, weather per- overseas and in the Terri Hall and hus- of St. Paul Lutheran by his daughters, Sheila mitting. states. While on a tour band Eddie Boufford of duty in Korea, Nelson of Georgetown, Linda received medals for a Burns and husband Brad heroic helicopter flood of Georgetown, Nelson Volunteers recognized for saving animals rescue. He also received Hall and wife Shirley of medals while serving in Bartlett, Monica Spray WILCO – Williamson foster resources and Vietnam and Thailand. and husband Kevin County Regional Animal stories to show how During his military of Midland, and Ken Shelter is celebrat- fostering is easy, highly career, Nelson earned Hall and wife Cindy of ing National Foster a rewarding and sig- his B.S. degree in busi- Taylor. Pet Month with Petco nificantly helps end ness at St. Benedicts Nelson has 10 grand- Love, a national non- preventable euthanasia College in Atchison, children and three profit working to lead of pets. Kansas. great-grandchildren. and inspire change for Through sales of its Nelson retired from The family would like animals, and Skechers’ BOBS from Skechers the military in October to thank the caregivers charity footwear col- collection, Skechers 1978, while stationed at Sundance Memory lection, BOBS from has donated more than in Ft. Hood, where he Care and Traditions Skechers, by recogniz- care that we all want in their prospective new $3.1 million to support for our pets,” said Misty homes. had risen to the rank of Health Hospice Care ing lifesaving foster vol- Petco Love’s more than major. Valenta, animal services “It is an honor to rec- for providing attentive unteers in Williamson 4,000 animal welfare After his retirement, director at Williamson ognize the individuals service for Nelson in his County and encourag- organization partners. Nelson followed another County Regional Animal making a difference in The company’s funds final years. ing more people to fos- one of his dreams and A viewing will be Shelter. their communities and have helped Petco Love took up farming and ter pets. held for Nelson Hall Fosters at Williamson demonstrating the life- save and care for more ranching, while also “Fosters are an County Regional Animal saving impact of foster- Sunday, June 6, at 4 than 700,000 shelter working as an insur- integral part of the Shelter routinely take ing pets,” said Susanne p.m. at the Austin-Peel animals. ance adjustor and area Williamson County on some of the most Kogut, president of and Son Funeral Home To learn more about director with RVOS Regional Animal challenging cases, and Petco Love. “What they in Austin. A rosary will the Williamson County Insurance. He enjoyed Shelter’s lifesaving mis- this gives the staff at are doing is so power- be recited at 6:30 p.m. Regional Animal Shelter spending time outdoors sion. Each year, our the shelter the chance ful. If less than 2% of in this same location. and how you can help on his land, and he foster families take in to focus on the rest of the 85-million pet-own- A funeral mass will foster, visit wilcopets. thousands of pets to the animals in their ing households in the be held Monday, June org. For more on Petco help them get ready to care. From kittens with U.S. fostered one pet a Love and to view foster Locally Owned & 7, at 10:30 a.m. at SS. move on to loving new ringworm to senior hos- year, we could eliminate resources, visit pet- Operated Cyril and Methodius homes, and it is thanks pice dogs, fosters help preventable euthana- colove.org/foster and Catholic Church in 24/7 Computerized to their efforts that we to lighten the workload sia in animal shelters join the conversation Granger with the Gate Access are able to continue to for staff, and they give nationwide tomorrow.” on Facebook, Twitter burial to follow at the give the animals in this the foster animals great Throughout June, and Instagram using Video Surveillance Granger City Cemetery. community the level of opportunities to thrive Petco Love will share #PetcoLoveFoster. The family has WINDMILL requested that remem- MINI brances be made in the form of contribu- Leave no trace for WilCo preserves offered June 14 STORAGE tions to the Association 204 Commercial Drive for Frontotemporal WILCO – The County Conservation must be accompanied by go live approximately (next to Moss True Value) Degeneration (email Williamson County Foundation is a part- a pass-holding adult. 10 minutes ahead of Taylor, Texas 76754 [email protected]) or a Conservation ner with the Center Providing the class the posted time to 512.352.8833 charity of your choice Foundation is offering for Outdoor Ethics and online allows for more allow everyone time www.windmill-mini-storage.com in Nelson Hall’s name. an online “Leave No has authorization for people to participate. to log in and get set Trace for Williamson use of logos, training No pre-registration is up. Participants will be County Preserves” train- materials and other required. To participate, logged in and muted ing for people who want benefits. The Leave No log onto www.webex. with video off to con- to access County pre- Trace for Williamson com, look for the “Join serve online resources. serve areas. The class County Preserves train- a Meeting” link and use Questions during the will be held via WebEx ing allows participants the following informa- session should be sub- (online webinar) on to hike, bird watch tion when prompted: mitted by using the Monday, June 14, from and enjoy Williamson Meeting number “Chat” function and will 6:30 to 8 p.m. County preserves, (access code): 1873 48 be answered as time Leave No Trace such as Twin Springs 3130 permits. is a program by the Preserve. Everyone older Meeting password: For questions, please Center for Outdoor than 12 needs their own KgtKRWjU329 send an email to wccf@ Ethics. The Williamson pass; children under 12 The meeting will wilco.org.

Committed to the Health & Well-Being

412 N. Dalton Street 800 N. Commerce Street of Our Community Bartlett, TX 76511 Granger, TX 76530 254-527-3371 737-702-2700 [email protected] [email protected] Jason Hughes Agency WE HAVE OPENINGS Taylor’s only Locally & at Both and are taking admission inquiries. Independently Owned Pharmacy The Skilled Nursing and Rehab has a licensed Nurse on duty Home, Auto, Life, Commercial Serving our customers & communities for over 50 years 24 hours a day to help with medical needs and therapy. 814 N. Main St. | Taylor, TX 76574 (512) 352- 7654 Tel. Monday – Friday • 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Assisted Living has a Carepartner on duty 24 hours Se Habla Español Saturday • 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Closed Sunday a day to assist with non-medical needs like meals, 511 North Main • Taylor, Texas 76574 housekeeping, laundry and activities. 512-352-5233 p • 512-352-9456 f

TAYLOR PRESS

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 SPORTS 7A THIS DAY IN SPORTS

2015 – French Open Women’s Ten- nis: Serena Williams wins her 3rd French title and 20th Grand Slam singles event MLB

AL West W-L Oakland 33-25 Houston 31-25 Seattle 29-29 LAA 25-31 Texas 22-36

Houston 6/6 @ Toronto 6/8 @ Boston 6/9 @ Boston

Texas 6/6 v. Tampa Bay 6/8 v. San Francisco 6/9 v. San Francisco

NBA PLAYOFFS

June 6 Dallas v. LAC (if necessary) Atlanta v. Philadelphia Vote for Waddles in the Dave Campbell Texas Football Mascot Challenge. The last day to vote in the first round is Monday June 7. Courtesy photos June 7 Milwaukee v. Brooklyn Denver v. Phoenix Waddles in the big challenge June 1 Portland v. Denver JASON HENNINGTON LAL v. Phoenix [email protected]

WNBA STANDINGS aylor High School’s mascot Waddles is Team W-L T in the big dance Seattle 6-1 against some tough competition. Connecticut 7-2 Waddles is one of Las Vegas 6-3 64 mascots in the Atlanta 4-2 Dave Campbell Texas Phoenix 5-3 High School Football New York 5-3 Mascot Challenge. Los Angeles 3-3 The challenge is a Dallas 2-4 six-round tournament Washington 2-4 where the mascots Chicago 2-6 win based on votes Minnesota 1-4 from fans. In the first round, Indiana 1-9 Waddles is up against the Port Lavaca MLS WESTERN Calhoun Sand Crab. At press time Friday, CONFERENCE Waddles was in the Team W-D-L lead 555-245 in votes, 69.4% to 30.6%. Seattle 5-3-0 Voting for the first The Hutto Hippo is also in the mascot challenge and is facing off against the Axtell Longhorns. Sporting KC 5-1-2 round ends June 7. LA Galaxy 5-0-2 The second round Four is June 25-28. Hippos are up against Taylor and Hutto https://www.texas- Colorado 4-1-2 begins June 8 and The championship the Axtell Longhorns could meet in the football.com/articles/ Houston 3-2-3 ends June 15. The round is scheduled for in the first round. championship round article/?url=2021/ San Jose 3-0-5 Sweet 16 round is set June 29-July 2. At press time, the at the end of the 05/31/txhsfb-mascot- Portland 3-0-4 for June 16-20, the Hutto’s hippo mas- Hippos were ahead in month. costume-challenge- Real Salt Lake 2-3-1 Elite Eight is June cot is also included votes 396-77, 83.7% to To vote on your presented-by-all-star- 21-24 and the Final in the challenge. The 16.3%. favorite mascot, visit inflatables. LAFC 2-2-3 Vancouver 2-1-4 Austin FC 2-1-4 MN United FC 2-1-4 FC Dallas 1-3-3 Little League swings into season WANT MORE? JASON HENNINGTON bracket, Taylor 2 defeated Taylor had a bye in the first [email protected] Pflugerville 2 and Bastrop. round. At press time, they were In coach pitch baseball, Go to: Young batters are aiming at awaiting the loser of Elgin 2 Taylor 1 fell to Pflugerville 2 www.facebook.com/ pitches during three tourna- and Pflugerville 1. and Taylor 2 fell to Bastrop 1. TDPsports ments in Taylor this weekend. Taylor 1 also lost to Elgin This set up a Taylor 1 versus Coach pitch softball, 2, and went on to defeat Taylor 2 matchup. Taylor 1 got or visit us online at coach pitch baseball and Bastrop 3. At press time, the win and will face Elgin 1. www.taylorpress.net teeball tournaments are Taylor 1 awaited the loser of For more information and to get all the action from being held in Taylor this and tournament have begun Elgin 1 and Bastrop 2. to see brackets, visit https:// weekend at Taylor Regional occupying the fields. In coach pitch softball, www.taylorlittleleague.org/ your hometown Park. Since the city In teeball, Taylor 2 fell Taylor will either face Elgin or or the Taylor Little League and beyond! reopened the facility, games to Elgin 2. In the loser’s Bastrop in the second round. Facebook page.

Want to hear the latest on local sports and more? Join us for the "MOST MUST SEE WEEKLY SPORTS WRAP UP SHOW IN ALL THE LAND" Around the Watercooler Thursdays at 11 a.m. on the Taylor Press Facebook page.

BE MORE VISIBLE TO YOUR CUSTOMERS TAYLOR Call to advertise your business here! PRESS 512-352-8535

8A TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021

Taylor Graduation 2021

Photos by Jason Hennington and Tim Crow

Affordable Service with a SMILE! Billy’s $8 $5 BAR SSOPOMOREOPOMORE westside FRESHMAN (512) 939-5187 or NOW OPEN!!! SSENIORENIOR 512-552-6937 JJUNIORUNIOR $10 $12 Sun-Thurs 12pm-12am BBESTEST VVALUEALUE email: [email protected]@yahoo.com Fri & Sat 12pm-2am TTAYLORAYLOR DDUCKUCK 1107 W 2nd St. Taylor,TX CCARAR WWASHASH 11806806 NorthNorth MainMain StreetStreet Taylor,Taylor, TexasTexas 7657476574 Phone: (512)635-2220 ((512)512) 365-1608365-1608 Monthly memberships starting at $20 a month on Touch 4 Wash app

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 9A Thrall Graduation 2021

Photos by Fernando Castro

Granger Graduation 2021

Photos by Matt Hooks VIC’S & Air Compassionate • Quality Care • Affordable Prices Since 2009 Regular exams, lab Air Conditioning, Heating, services, surgery and Refrigeration, Appliances dentistry, and SERVING TAYLOR & SURROUNDING AREAS dog/cat boarding SINCE 1978 Check out our website and schedule your appointments online! WE ACCEPT CARE CREDIT 35352-720435352-72042-72042-7204 695 Chris Kelley Blvd. • Hutto, TX 78634 www.fm685animalhospital.com • 512-846-1901 Monday – Friday 7am To 6pm • Saturday – 8am To 2pm 103 N. MAIN, TAYLOR • STATE LIC # TACLB625C

10A TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, June 2, e-edition of the Taylor Press. The e-edition is mailed to subscribers and available at www.taylorpress.net.

Soaked weekend with more ahead Rain drenched the Taylor area during Memorial Day weekend and could continue into next week. The Taylor Texas Weather Network recorded 2.15 inches of rain in Taylor from last Friday through Monday, May 28-31. A 70% chance of rain domi- nates the forecast through Saturday. Severe storms swept through the area Friday and dropped .57 Thrall VFD lights the exterior of Thrall High School inches of rain. Another 0.02 inches after a power outage at the campus during high school rained Sunday before 1.56 inches graduation ceremonies May 28. on Memorial Day. Despite the wet Facebook / Thrall Volunteer Fire Department Graduation hats fly into the air as seniors from Taylor High School celebrate the end of their high school years. weather, the weekend’s rainfall caused nowhere close to the type of damage patients with COVID-19, 13% of perti- Photo by Tim Crow from the 5.5 inches of rain that fell nent ICU beds are available. solely on Memorial Day in 2015. Deaths in the county reportedly “A stormy weather pattern will linked to the disease were at 476 on continue through the week and into May 28. The toll rose during the week Saturday,” said the National Weather by one. Service Austin/San Antonio Office. For more local stats on COVID-19, “Rounds of showers and storms are visit http://www.wcchd.org/COVID- likely, with pockets of locally heavy 19/dashboard.php. rainfall leading to flooding possible. A With cases on the decline, few storms could be strong.” Williamson County has entered the Sunday and Monday, June 6-7, has yellow phase with only the green a 50% chance precipitation. phase left for a downgrade Temperatures will be mild and “To move from yellow to green relatively unchanged through the phase, the incidence rate needs to be rainy days. Highs will hover around below 1.1 for 14 consecutive days.,” 80 degrees with lows at approximately said WCCHD on its online dashboard. 70. Taylor’s phased reopening plan for For more weather, visit http:// parks, facilities and more operations www.taylortxwx.net. share the same color charting and is mostly guided by WCCHD’s phases. New COVID-19 cases remain low The city is currently in the yellow As of Friday, May 28, the phase as well but will postpone the Williamson County and Cities Health green phase until at least July 6 due Graduates are all smiles before they walk across the stage to received their high school diploma. District (WCCHD) reported there had to renovation and construction vari- Photo by Jason Hennington been a total of 39,702 confirmed cases ables. of the coronavirus in the county dur- “Although Williamson County is in but was delayed due to a heavy thun- ISD held commencement ceremonies ing the pandemic. The tally rose by 49 yellow phase/moderate transmission, derstorm. Taylor ISD officials tried for seniors in the high school gym. cases in four days, which continues a WCCHD strongly encourages vaccina- to wait out the storm and postponed Most of the event took place with lim- downward trend of new cases. tion, social and physical distancing, until later in the evening. However ited lighting due to a power outage According to the WCCHD, 49.12% wearing a mask, and washing your the storm moved through the area from severe storms. of county residents are fully vac- hands,” added the health district. slowly. “The show must go on,” said cinated as of Friday. Approximately “This will keep transmission low and There was discussion to move the Principal Travis Dube. 61.73% has received the first dose of help us move from yellow to green.” ceremony inside the gym. The sudden Valedictorian Kara Sledge had either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccines, For more information on the health move would have limited the number extra help from her graduation cap each of which require two shots for district’s phases, visit http://www. of guests. adorned by small battery lights. full vaccination. Johnson & Johnson wcchd.org/covid-19. Ultimately, the district decided to “I just to take a second to appreci- vaccines require only one shot. move the ceremony to Sunday, May ate my hat for a second how appropri- Local hospital space for people with Duck grads keep 30, at 2 p.m. ate I think it is,” said Sledge during COVID-19 has remained relatively swimming for graduation “When we started this school year, her speech. the same in the last several weeks. Taylor High School graduates had a we started under some COVID proto- After a welcome by Dube, senior The health district reported that 601 stormy school year, but the sun shined cols that were very challenging. We Mallory Randig was giving the invo- beds or 15% of beds for people with on graduation. had ‘snowvid’ in February that affect- cation when power flickered in the COVID-19 were vacant Friday. With 64 Graduation was originally sched- ed the school district, and then Friday gym and the microphone turned off. beds available to intensive care unit uled for Friday, May 28, at 7:30 p.m., evening we had the rain and the “I just like stole the show,” Randig lightning storm,” said Marco Ortiz, joked as the microphone situation was Taylor ISD board president. “I don’t being addressed. think there is anything that these Several seconds later, all electric- seniors can’t overcome after overcom- ity went out for the remainder of the ing a year like they had this year.” evening. Thrall VFD responded and Valedictorian Sarah Vrabel helped with outside lighting. applauded her classmates for every- To view the ceremony, visit https:// thing they have endured since they youtu.be/7b8uasHwhXI. stepped on the high school campus. “We’ve been through a lot together. Granger several alumni richer From living in a world that was going Granger High School’s class of through a global pandemic, toilet 2021 fared the best through unfair paper shortages and unlimited senior weather to become Lion alumni last skip days. Our last two years of high Friday. school have been nothing close to On May 28, Granger ISD had grad- normal,” she said. “Despite the odds, uation ceremonies for its seniors at we still managed to graduate.” the Taylor ISD Event Center. Despite Erin Scott, salutatorian, said her severe weather that led to disruptions class dealt with pressure throughout at other east Williamson County cer- their four years in high school, but emonies, seniors had an uninterrupted pressure creates diamonds. commencement to celebrate the end of “Our entire academic career has their high school years. been a series of challenges, each “Every year, when it gets to this building on one another creating part, we realize this is what it’s all that pressure,” she said. “Thankfully about and makes us proud of the work we have had our teachers, families, we’ve done,” said Principal Michael friends and mentors to guide us.” Abbott. “It makes us proud of the work that these seniors have done.” With Thrall seniors power Superintendent Jeni Neatherlin on through outage spoke during her first Granger gradu- Thrall High School graduates expe- ation as the district’s new leader. She rienced a sometimes-stormy senior thanked parents and the community Hutto Fast Lube year, but even a literal storm couldn’t for their support. prevent the Class of 2021 from toss- “We look forward to growing with & Tire Center ing their caps. you even more in the years to come,” On Friday night, May 28, Thrall said Neatherlin.

Locally owned Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to noon

OIL CHANGES STATE INSPECTIONS BRAKES ADDITIONAL SERVICES INCLUDE: Fuel Filters, Air Filters, Cabin Air Filters, Tire Repair and Replacement, UHaul Rentals

WE HELP SUPPORT HUTTO ISD SCHOOLS. 670 W Front Street Hutto, Texas 78634 512-846-2382

“T“Taylor’saylor’s BesBestt KeptKept SecrSecret”et” TAYLOR CUSTOMDAVIS COOKING PRESS GROCERY BBQ JAMES AA.. DAVIS,DAVIS, JR. - OWNER & OPERAOPERATORTOR “Serving All YYourour CatCateringering NeedsNeeds”” Visit 400 S. Robinson StSt.. @ https://www.ancirasalsa.com/ corner of MarMartintin Luther King TTaylor,aylor, Tx 7657657474 • (5(512)12) 35352-81112-8111 to order or ﬁ nd [email protected] LIFESTYLE Ancira Salsa locally. SUNDAY • JUNE 6, 2021 WWW.TAYLORPRESS.NET Section B

GOOD Hutto students honored Southern New Hampshire must earn 12 credits in a semes- approximately 200 accredited NEWS University (SNHU) has congratu- ter, while online students must undergraduate, graduate and BY ISABELLA TEBEAUU lated students on being named earn 12 credits in either in a certificate programs, avail- to the winter 2021 President’s selection of courses. able online and on its 300-acre List, which includes a few Hutto Hutto students who made campus in Manchester, New residents. the President’s List are Christi Hampshire. Recognized as the The winter term runs from Barker, Mitchel Barton and “Most Innovative” regional uni- January to May. Full-time stu- Cynthia Negrete. versity by U.S. News & World Share the dents with a minimum 3.7 grade SNHU is a private, nonprofit Report, SNHU says itis commit- point average in each term are institution with an 88-year histo- ted to expanding access to high named to the President’s List. ry of educating traditional-aged quality, affordable pathways that Full-time status is achieved students and working adults. meet the needs of each learner. good news by earning 12 credits. Now serving more than 150,000 For more information, visit Undergraduate day students learners worldwide, SNHU offers http://www.snhu.edu. Every day may not Good News seem good, but there is submissions something good in every “Mom, hubs and day. I went to supper at I randomly asked peo- Monarcas this evening. ple to tell me something Started raining pretty good. hard as we walked out Here are the answers I to leave. Super friendly received: lady was waiting under “Today (it was the awning for her Thursday) is weekend’s husband to pull up and eve.” let her in, so she didn’t “I got to visit with my have to walk to the mother.” bank parking lot (where “We had no drought.” I parked as well). The “My wife cooked a couple went to drive fantastic dinner.” off, then stopped again. “My family is healthy.” The husband (who had “I fit in my jeans from seen me park) offered to last year.” walk through the rain to “My daughter gradu- get my truck and pull it ated.” up in front of Monarcas. “I am going camping Such a kind gesture on the weekend.” for sure. There are still “I can see people smile good folks out there and again.” we encountered two of “Today is my birth- them tonight.” day.” — Barb Manning. What would you have “Friday night at Students congregate at the 35th annual Spring Piano Recital in the Worship Center of First Baptist Church in Taylor May 25. answered? graduation in Taylor, Courtesy photo Please tell us some- before the storm got thing good. This column here, I was standing cannot exist without your and waiting to be let in. Music ‘rings’ out at recital input. There were some police You can submit your officers waiting with the Anita Volek presented her plishments of her graduating Havens, Levi Luedtke, Nicholas good news story to the back of their police van 35th annual Spring Piano senior student, Tristan White, Martinez, Olivia Martinez, J. Taylor Press at lifestyles@ open. I asked if I could Recital on May 25 in the prior to his performance. White D. Morgan, Grace Philhower, gmail.com or post on sit down in the back and Worship Center of First Baptist was salutatorian of Legacy Adalynn Reed, Emily Reeves, our Good News Taylor rest. They were so nice Church. Early College High School and Fen Reeves, Carleigh Roznovak, Made Facebook page. and opened the door of The evening of piano solos will continue his education at Lera Rost, August Rydell, You can also mail it to the vehicle and allowed focused on “Putting A Ring” Angelo State University in the Dagny Rydell, Ursula Rydell, the Taylor Press attention me to sit there before on this unique year that has fall. Gunner Streit, Gray Talavera, Good News, 211 W. Third graduation started. Our been experienced by all. The Students who participated Zane Talavera, Grayson White Street, Taylor, TX 76574. officers are so nice and students played a wide variety in the recital were Makenna and Tristan White. Always remember polite. Remember that of music ranging from jazz to Collier, Cassie Curtin, Volek closed the evening of there is goodness every- police officers are here classical to popular. Solomon Eiben, Sophia-Rae music with an arrangement of where and kindness mat- to protect and serve.” Volek highlighted the accom- Eiben, Vivian Eiben, Juliette “Amazing Grace.” ters. — Janet Brinkmeyer Temple College announces honor lists for spring 2021 Temple College has Warren Humphrey, Lori Jennifer Salazar, Cardrea Madison Schaefer, Sabrina announced its honor lists for Kliebert, Hannah Laurence, Shelton and Corey Strmiska; Seals, Kerrigan Smith, spring 2021. Mia Mireles, Devin Obregon, Hutto’s Priya Anderson, Madison Stovall and Isaul To be named to the Madison Palmer, Eve Pena, Matthew Bounds, Eduardo Tavera Peres; Coupland’s President’s Honor List, a stu- Makaylah Pete, Zion Phillip, Cano, Alexia Castillo, Skylar Victoria Martinez and Ashley dent must take at least nine Ronnie Rodriguez, Thomas Cochran, Veronica Darley, Veselka; Granger’s Madison Hagan, Hannah Hall, Thomas semester credit hours and Sebring, Lynette Swanson, Chase Deloach, Kristen Donahue and Ariel Griffis; and earn at least a 4.0 grade point Holman, Alex Klepac, Brian Robert Teeter, Twyla Weaver Dusenbery, Olivia Fabiszewski, Gabriella Martinez of Thrall. average. To be named to the McCulloch, Braegan Schneider, and Maya Wixted. Johanna Faith, Justin Faith, Temple College is a public, Vice President’s Honor List, a Ashley Snell, Rachel Stabeno Named to the Vice Jaykara Fleming, Aubrey two-year college that offers student must take at least nine and Tristan White; Granger’s President’s Honor List are Henry, Oscar Hernandez, classes in Temple, Taylor and semester credit hours and earn Ryan Filla, Carlos Garza Taylor’s Christopher Avalos, Kimberleigh Kimball, Destiny Hutto, as well as online. The at least a 3.5 grade point aver- and Jamie Pustejovsky; and Eddie Baker, Amanda Blattner, Knight, Tonya Lambert, college offers more than 60 age. Hutto’s Victoria Aguilar, Traeshina Carvell, Derrick Abigail Negrete, Derik certificate and degree pro- The President’s Honor Deborah Bjornson, Julianne Duncan, William Goslin, Obregon, Desirae Owen, grams, as well as dual credit List includes Taylor’s Ryan Bowen, Matthew Croker, Justin Hammack, Jordan Luzmarina Padilla, Isaiha courses for high school stu- Abbott, Marleni Araujo, Daniel Cruz, Tonia Cummings, Little, Savannah Martinez, Ponce, Elijah Ponce, Victoria dents and continuing educa- Joseph Cervenka, Bess Alyssa Ford, Baileigh Griner, John Paul Nemec, Alec Ochoa, Quintero, Brittany Richmond, tion courses for adult learners.

Eagle Bank is Excited to Join the Taylor Community! BE SURE TO READ OUR We want to be your community bank! FOUNDATION REPAIR & REMODELING WEDNESDAY House Leveling Lifetime E-EDITION ❑✔Slab & Pier SPONSORED BY TTransferableransferable Local People | Local Decisions | Local Bank and Beam WWarrantyarranty HUTTO FAST LUBE Repair Stop by and meet Senior Discount our team of local ✔ SIRLOIN STOCKADE bankers who are ❑ Under Slab Police & FirFiree Discount ready to assist TAYLOR MADE LAWN you. Tunneling Military Discount Left to Right –Susie Jacobsen, Brenda Luna, Julia ❑✔ Plumbing CARE SERVICES Klotz, Rob Randig, Kay Long, and Lisa Whisenant Repair Financing Available

FrFreeee Quotes! ESTABLISHED IN 1912 106 NW CARLOS G PARKER BLVD | TAYLOR, TX 76574 512-309-6070 | www.eagle-bank.com Hutto TTayloraylor Thrall Like us on Facebook • Follow us on Instagram

1-855-We Level 512-534-8778 Mon. - Fri.: Lobby 8:30am To 4pm • Drive-Thru 8am To 5pm

2B TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 READERS CELEBRATE

Alyssa Johnson stands with her prize-winning painting. Courtesy photo Artist recognized at Rodeo Austin Thrall Elementary School’s Accelerated Reader (AR) party was reportedly a huge success. The school had 107 students meet their reading goal and A Thrall student won a ribbon for her paint- qualify to attend the AR Party. Games, arts and crafts, kickball, music, ice cream and snacks made for an amazing party. Pictureed, Rylee Jo Maruska, ing at Rodeo Austin. Aubri Gregory, Izabel Vrbsky, Krista Poldrack, BreeAnna Neiheiser, Livia Cortines and Lila Tucek celebrate. Alyssa Johnson placed fourth the rodeo’s Courtesy photos 2021 Youth Art Show. She won with her digital painting titled “Hopper.” She created the piece with Adobe Photoshop in Christina Strnad’s graphic design class and used a photo she took of a grasshopper perched on a barbed wire fence. Students in grades 9-12 from across Texas submitted artwork inspired by Texas heritage and western art. Categories included traditional, photography, digital and sculpture/3D art. Judging was privately held May 15. Judges Nancy Hoover, Becky Kittleman and Valérie Chaussonnet presided over the contest.

Hutto residents among Angelo State graduates Angelo State acceptance aver- University conferred ages for professional 888 undergraduate schools and receive and graduate degrees personal access to on 884 graduates dur- instructors and pro- ing the 2021 spring gressive facilities. Liam Vrbsky celebrates at Thrall Elementary School’s commencement exer- Angelo State is Accelerated Reader party. cises on May 15 at part of the Texas the Junell Center/ Tech University Stephens Arena in System. The uni- San Angelo. versity has been Graduates ranked as one of The included Hutto’s Princeton Review’s Burone Edwards, “Best Colleges” in with a Bachelor of the nation since Interdisciplinary 2010, and a College Studies degree and of Distinction. Other Jasmyne Harris, with recognitions include a Bachelor of Fine the Gold Award for Arts degree in studio ranking in the top art. 15 of the 69 institu- Angelo State tions in the Large Adalynn Janak and Sophie Chapma celebrate at Thrall University was Public University BreeAnna Neiheiser celebrate at Thrall Elementary School’s Accelerated Reader party. Elementary School’s Accelerated Reader party. founded in 1928 and category that were is a four-year public awarded the “Military school. The school Friendly School” des- touts itself as a place ignation for 2021-22. where students feel at The school has been home and they know ranked as a Military faculty and staff care Friendly School deeply about their by Victory Media success. (VIQTORY) for 13 Faculty help stu- consecutive years. dents conduct under- For more infor- graduate research, mation, visit http:// to rank above state www.angelo.edu.

Taylor ISD Accepting Transfer Applications

Taylor ISD is currently accepting transfer applications for students who do not reside within Taylor ISD boundaries. The transfer application must be submitted by completing an online application. New out-of-district transfer students must also submit all required, supporting documentation. Out-of- Emma Balusek and Abigail Reed celebrate at Thrall Elementary School’s Accelerated Reader party. district transfer applications must be submitted annually for returning transfer students. Hutto student among 1,089 honor students at MSU A Hutto resident was among who majors in accounting, made a grade point average of 3.50 to For more information, or to complete 1,089 honor students recog- MSU’s dean’s honor roll. The 3.74 and no grade lower than C the transfer application, please visit nized by Midwestern State Dean’s Honor Roll included 387 will be included on the dean’s www.taylorisd.org. University for the Spring 2021 students. honor roll. The student cannot semester. A student who completes a have semester grades of “I,” Jean-Pierre Prejean-Sanders, 12 hours in one semester with “WF” or “NC.”

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 3B SPONSORED BY HERCULES FOUNDATION REPAIR AND REMODELING 1-855-WE-LEVEL

ACROSS 79 Grannies flashed at 61 Edible part 1 Crunchy 82 “How you doin’?” a bartender of a beet 6 The Sun deck? 83 ___ Urquelle 4 Figure at a 62 Land measures UNIVERSAL SUNDAY CROSSWORD 11 Birth ___ (“Family Matters” restaurant with 64 Mall Santa’s (passageway for alter ego) a conveyer belt sidekick a baby) 84 Fabled man-eater 5 Ballet bend 65 Brownstone’s 16 Lead-in to 86 Group of fields 6 Bike for two porch COMBINATION “the season” that includes CS 7 Theater chain 67 Place for a peel 19 Singer Paula 88 It can be dressed 8 Where Simone or scrub By Rebecca Goldstein, edited by David Steinberg 20 Essential acid type and tossed Biles won 68 Defiant retort 21 “Becoming” 90 Animal shelter four golds 70 That special author Michelle disinfectant? 9 “My treat” something 22 Early programmer 96 Static issue 10 BLT ingredient 72 Best Picture Lovelace 98 Bespectacled 11 Universe-related winner set in Iran 23 Incentive dwarf 12 King David’s 76 “Longtime listener, for SpaceX 99 One may smoke rebellious son first-time ___” sales reps? a joint 13 Solution for 77 Broadcasting 26 Shelter such 100 Die-hard a hairy situation? 78 Capote’s as a sukkah environmentalist, 14 Wild way to run nickname 27 What’s under a hat when cleaning up 15 PC connection 80 $$$ sources at 28 Allocate, after a protest? 16 Sauce with bodegas as funds 107 Crunchyroll falafel 81 Nasal walls 29 Woodsy scent cartoon genre 17 “No clue” 85 People try to 30 Not in favor of 108 Detest 18 Glossy fabric make them meet 33 Some canvas 109 Drag show 24 Winemaking wood 87 Secret sauce? shoes accessories 25 Metal whose 89 Org. chaired by 36 Hard work 110 Garden symbol is Fe Jaime Harrison 37 Good, in Nice in Genesis 29 Stores with edible 91 Lavish affection (on) 38 V-sign’s 112 Put in the arrangements? 92 Added to an meaning overhead bin 30 Each email chain 40 Much ado about 113 Heckle 31 Hated Roman 93 Volt, e.g. legislation? 114 Island country emperor 94 Cartoon clown fish 44 “___ Black” (2010s named after 32 Brewpub 95 Doodled sci-fi show) a woman fixtures 97 Grotesque 46 AOC, for one 117 Spill the tea 34 Quad complex monsters 47 Palace guards? 119 Yes vote 35 Procedure part 100 Word before 48 Person who 120 One who’s 37 Top’s opposite “party” or “pants” pretends to be kvetching in more 39 Countesses’ 101 Sat or stayed, say on Bach’s level? simple terms? counterparts 102 Basic bedding 53 Prefix meaning 126 ___ Gala, event 41 Device with a click 103 Hangs on the wall “straight” where Lena wheel, once 104 Walking speed 55 Plant with Waithe wore a 42 Calf’s cry 105 Egyptian high-fiber seeds pride cape 43 Shout before underworld god 56 Romantic outing 127 “Oh, no you ___!” “Polo!” 106 Paper marker 57 News anchor 128 Not mainstream 45 March Madness 111 Nada Anderson 129 Garden org. 114 ___ pickings 60 Supportive guardian 49 British-based 115 “And here it is!” undergarment 130 Some are relief org. 116 Oily skin concern 63 Heist targets targeted 50 Tree fluid 118 Succumbs 66 Quarterback’s 131 Stockpile 51 And others (Abbr.) to gravity directional sense? 132 Accord or Accent 52 Substance like 120 Outdoor kiss, e.g., 69 An ellipse has two 133 Face shellac briefly 71 High, in Honduras moisturizer 54 Many Libras’ 121 Not even 73 “New Rules” DOWN birthstones 122 Soccer icon Hamm singer Dua ___ 1 Video taker, 58 Jacob’s twin 123 Neither’s partner 74 Serb or Croat informally 59 Evite request 124 Tall bird 75 Luxurious military 2 Slugger’s stat 60 Closest pals, 125 “Losing My base? 3 They may be informally Religion” band © 2021 Andrews McMeel Syndication #UniversalXwordPride 6/6

BUSINESS DIRECTORY AC & HEAT LAWN SERVICE ROOFING

VIC’S & Air “Cowboys” ALL TYPES OF LAWN SERVICE TOMMY TALLEY Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration, Appliances ROOFING & HOUSE LEVELING Call 24/7 A Name that stands for Quality and Integrity SERVING TAYLOR & SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1978 1-512-662-0759 Proudly providing Taylor and surrounding communities with caring customer service Ask for Cowboy for more than three decades. 35352-720435352-72042-72042-7204 512-352-2838 Oﬃ ce 512-844-8883 Mobile 103 N. MAIN, TAYLOR • STATE LIC # TACLB625C [email protected] AC & HEAT HOUSE LEVELING The Southwest’s Leader in Panelized Residential Steel Roofing $5 LLifetimeifetime $8 FRESHMAN TTransferableransferable SOPOMORE FOUNDATION REPAIR & REMODELING WWarrantyarranty Metal Mart SSeniorenior DDiscountiscount CURTIS MOORE SENIOR House Leveling PPoliceolice & FireFire DDiscountiscount JUNIOR $10 $12 BEST VVALUEALUE ❑✔ Slab & Pier and Beam Repair MMilitaryilitary DiscountDiscount STORE MANAGER TTAYLORAYLOR DUCK ❑✔ Under Slab Tunneling Financing Available 500 CARLOS G. PARKER SE. ✔ Taylor,Texas 76574 CAR WWASHASH ❑ Plumbing Repair FFreeree QQuotes!uotes! www.metalmarts.com 512-352-6310 1806 North Main Street • TTaylor,aylor, TTexasexas 76574 E-mail: [email protected] 512-352-6317 (512) 365-1608 Hutto Taylor Thrall Monthly memberships starting at $20 a month on Touch 4 Wash app 1-855-We Level 512-534-8778

CONSTRUCTION MMendoza’sendoza’s HHouseouse LLevelingeveling 5512-921-697012-921-6970 oror 254-718-6383254-718-6383 Discover just how easy remodeling can be with our Concrete Slabs or Pier & Beam Exceptional Design, Service & Craftsmanship! Foundation Repair 512-736-2486 Remodeling, Patios, Add-ons Painting, Sheet Rock FATHER AND SON COMPANY EULENFELD INTERIORS Tape, Float & Texture GAF Certiﬁ ed Contractor Replace Rotten Boards Ruddy@ruddysrooﬁ ng.com • Great Reviews on Home Advisor & Google Williamson county resident since 1990 & Construction 40 Years Experience, Licensed & Bonded Reasonable prices $250 rebate current or ex-military on complete reroof - Financing Available - Craig & Tammy Eulenfeld Life Time Warranty www.eulenfeldinc.net 604 East Lake Drive 512-365-7174 JEWELRY • Serving All of Texas Taylor, TX. 76574 512-352-8314 • Free Property CUSTOM HOMES Damage Inspections • Free Damage Reports We Make Your Dream Home A Reality We love our customers & are here to 817-655-3716 serve you for all your jewelry BUILDING QUALITY HOMES AT AFFORDABLE PRICES and watch needs. CHECK US OUT ON FB @texasroo[ ngprosFB Since 1998 STORE HOURS BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU 2020 Build on Your Lot or Ours | Custom Homes Tuesday thru Friday 9-5 3630 W. Pioneer Parkway Pantego, TX 76013 Suite #203 Remodels & Additions 304 N. Main St.(next to The Howard Theatre) * CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE WITH YOUR LOCAL TRP REPRESENTATIVE 512-352-5097 Timmy & Nancy Talley, Owners NANCO HOMES, INC. PAINTING 512-365-1979 www.nancohomes.com RANCH SERVICES LAWN SERVICE ELDER’S Paint Contracting Residential Interior & Exterior PK RANCH SERVICES Refi nish Deck & PKR EQUIPMENT Land Clearing • Tree Shearing • Stock Tanks • Roads & Pressure Washing Demolition • Building Pads • Erosion Control 512-563-9063 ERNIE [email protected] 512 6198981 TAX SERVICES REALTY

SHREDDING/ MOWING All of Central TX [email protected] Dennis Schmidt Realtor® Scott Etheredge Ofﬁ ce (512) 759-2604 Fax(512) 759-2830 H lots, acreage, residential, farm and ranch, commercial Cell (512) 922-8293 J Taylor, TX 512-966-2046 Residential & Commercial [email protected] 115-A East Street | P.O. Box 30 | Hutto, TX 78634

TAYLOR PRESS

4B PUZZLES & GAMES SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021

HOROSCOPE ARIES MAR 21/APR 20 yourself. There are some obstacles This week’s agenda is a clean slate, arriving that stand in the way, but Aries, and that gives you plenty of they can be resolved. time to rest and recharge. Spend a few moments each day to think SAGITTARIUS NOV 23/DEC 21 only about yourself. Sagittarius, share your vision of life with others who have similar TAURUS APR 21/MAY 21 goals. The camaraderie that results The nature of a relationship with will help you to make a list of your a close partner may get a bit collective priorities. confusing this week, Taurus. Do not react quickly to a situation CAPRICORN DEC 22/JAN 20 without processing your thoughts Life has taken a few twists and first. turns over the past few days, Capricorn. Luckily you have been GEMINI MAY 22/JUN 21 able to go with the flow and Gemini, focusing on spiritual change your plans on the fly. things this week can help you get your priorities in order. It also may AQUARIUS JAN 21/FEB 18 help you to slow down and smell Aquarius, another peaceful and the roses for a change. stress-free week is on the horizon. Even though things may not be CANCER JUN 22/JUL 22 taxing, take a day off if you can Your success and receptive attitude spare it and spend it having fun. may make people skeptical of your purpose, Cancer. Some may even PISCES FEB 19/MAR 20 feel jealous. Continue to forge Pisces, before you can reach the ahead with your plans. summit, you have to cover a lot of ground and may stumble LEO JUL 23/AUG 23 backwards a few times. Dig in Sometimes it is difficult to make your heels. up your mind, Leo. However, this week you will be at peace with FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS all of your decisions and will not second-guess them at all. JUNE 6 Hyuna, Singer (29) VIRGO AUG 24/SEPT 22 Virgo, if you are feeling a little JUNE 7 uncertain about things at the Allen Iverson, Athlete (46) moment, you may just need a new perspective. Run some ideas by JUNE 8 someone you can trust. Kanye West, Rapper (44)

LIBRA SEPT 23/OCT 23 JUNE 9 Libra, you will be confronted Natalie Portman, Actress (40) with a big decision this week. You should take the time to think JUNE 10 about it and maybe mull over a Faith Evans, Singer (48) few opinions from trusted friends. JUNE 11 SCORPIO OCT 24/NOV 22 Claire Holt, Actress (33) Scorpio, you may need to feel free of some burdens before you JUNE 12 can focus on the best version of Adriana Lima, Model (40) Sponsored by Hercules House Repair and Remodeling 1-855-WE-LEVEL

A Caring Community Funeral Home Locally owned and operated

® FUNERALS • CREMATIONS PRENEEDS • MONUMENTS

807 Carlos Parker Blvd. N.W. Taylor, TX 76574 FULL MENU AVAILABLE ALL DAY! 512.352.5909 1100 Beech Street • TTaylor,aylor, TX 76574 1700 N Main • Taylor, Texas www.TaylorProvidenceFuneralHome.com 512-352-5289 512-309-4045 • mustangcreektaylormustangcreektaylor.com.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 5B

Return Kids Scoop Together to Taylor Press Attention Kids Scoop, 211 W. Third St. Taylor, TX, 76574

Make a tiny story book and read it to a friend or little sister or brother!

1. Number each 2. Match the 3. Paste each set of 4. Draw a cover and part of the words with the matching words and staple the pages story and each pictures in the picture on a small together to make picture in correct order. piece of construction a tiny book. order. Cut paper to make nine them all out. individual pages.

The other animals One morning, Tiger saw thought the stripes his big, strong friend, looked funny. Even Water Buffalo, pulling a today Tiger hides in the plow in a field. shadows. And he is still searching for wisdom. A man was telling Water Buffalo what to do.

Tiger realized that Long ago, Tiger was he’d been tricked. He was one of the proudest furious as he pulled and animals in the jungle. clawed until he broke free He was proud of his of the ropes at last. But all long fangs, his sharp that struggling had burned claws and his beautiful stripes into his beautiful golden fur. golden fur!

Tiger wanted Tiger asked Water wisdom very badly, so he Buffalo, “Why do you agreed to be tied to the listen to that strange little tree. Then the man left animal? He has no with his goats. Tiger claws or fangs or waited and waited. He even beautiful waited for a day. But the golden fur.” man never came back.

The man said, The next morning, “Wait here. I will go Tiger saw the man home and get wisdom walking home with his for you. But first, herd of goats. “STOP!” please let me tie you to Tiger roared. “Give me this tree so that you your wisdom or I will don’t eat my goats.” eat you!”

Water Buffalo replied, “Tiger, that animal is a human. He does not Which character in this need claws or fangs. folktale was wise? Why do Humans have wisdom.” Wisdom Words you think that? Talk about it Think of a phrase that Tiger thought to himself, you think is wise. For with a family member. “Wow! I must get example, “Treat others wisdom!” as you would want people to treat you.” Look through the Children are born curious. newspaper to find and From their earliest days, sensory exploration What is a folktale? cut out the words that brings delight and wonder. New discoveries How Tiger Got Its Stripes is a folktale from Vietnam. make this sentence. Glue expand their minds. When they unlock the Folktales are stories that get passed from generation joy of reading, their world widens further. the words onto a piece of Magic happens. to generation. They can change as different people paper to remind you of tell them over time. As such, they are created by this piece of wisdom. Kid Scoop opens the doors of discovery “the folk,” or the people. Long ago, these tales were for elementary school children by providing spoken and never written down. Standards Link: Research: Use the interactive, engaging and relevant newspaper to locate information. age-appropriate materials designed to awaken the magic of reading at school, at home, and throughout their lives. For more information about our literacy FOLKTALE non-proﬁt, visit kidscoopnews.org SHADOWS VIETNAM S O S W A L C E A R BUFFALO STRIPES E L C R A H I S N S WISDOM L A U G O T E F O P This week’s word: Fill in the missing vowels to SPOKEN WISDOM discover the names of other A F G W R P E W T O TIGER wisdom folktales you probably have T F O T I G E R A K The noun means read or heard. WATER the ability and quality of U A R I S E S L ROPES K E having knowledge. GOATS L B T S D E D O E N Kayla gained wisdom from CLAWS O S S S H A D O W S reading many books. TREE F M V I E T N A M S Try to use the word wisdom Have you read these? If not, look for them at your local library. Have a family TALE in a sentence today when folktale theater night! Make puppets of the characters and perform a show FUR Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognize identical talking with your friends of the folktale, or just act out the parts with your family members. words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns. and family members.

Good News Headline Read newspaper headlines to see how they are written. Think of some good news you would like to see as a headline. Write a headline for What is your favorite one or more good news articles. animal? Write three facts and three opinions about Standards Link: Research: Use the newspaper to locate information. your favorite animal.

THANK YOU TO Have fun learning! OUR SPONSORS! TAYLOR PRESS

TAYLOR 211 W. Third • Taylor, TX 76574 PRESS 512-352-8535 • taylorpress.net Condra Funeral Home

serving the Taylor Community since 1921 Members of the Dignity Memorial network FUNERALS • CREMATIONS PRENEEDS • AFTERCARE Longhorn Title Company, Inc. 503 Talbot Street GeorGeorgetowngetown ofﬁ ce: 512-869-2661 TTayloraylor ofﬁ ce: 512-352-3520 Taylor, TX 76575 Large enough to serve,Small enough to care 512-352-3636

TAYLOR PRESS (512) 352-8535 www.TaylorPress.net • [email protected]

6B CLASSIFIEDS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021

Lost & Found FOR SALE: DEADLINE NOTICE: No charge for two runs –25 word max Set up your ad easily RECYCLING NEWSPAPERS Monday @ noon for Wednesday edition & pay online with Taylor Press. AT THE TAYLOR PRESS OFFICE, Thursday @ noon for Sunday edition 211 W THIRD ST, TAYLOR, TX. Please report errors immediately! $5 PER BUCKET. The Press is not responsible for more than one incorrect www.TaylorPress.net 512-352-8535. Garage Sale rates: insertion of any advertisement. It is the advertiser’s re- PLEASE CALL BEFORE YOU COME. $13 – 1 day –20 words or less sponsibility to check their ad the first day of publication Click on Submit Classifieds 30 cents for each additional word for typographical errors. Report any errors to the Classified

PRICES Due Monday @ noon Department, Monday-Friday • 8am-5pm - (512) 352-8535

ESTATE SALE PETS PUBLIC AND LEGAL Construction NOTICES Advertisement & Invitation for Bids -Republished, rev. bid Estate Sale. 210 N. Available for Adop- Main St., Thorndale. tion or Foster! To find Application has opening date - (TxCDBG Contract #7220460) 8am - 4pm. Fri.-Sun. out the availability been made with The City of Thrall will receive bids for 2020 TxCDBG WATER LINE Improvements until June 4, 5th & 6th. of adoptions, please Tools, Games, Art contact the: Taylor the Texas Alco- 2:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at City of Thrall City Hall, 104 S. Main Nouveau, Mid- Animal Shelter 701 holic Beverage Street, Thrall, TX 76578. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. Century Modern E. Fourth St., Taylor. TrustTexas Bank is accepting applications for a full-time Receptionist with the Commission for Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows: Furniture, Vintage Call 512-352-5483 for a Wine and Beer desire to train as a Consumer Lender at our Hutto Loan Production offi ce located Approximately 1,400 LF of 6” water line installation, gate valves, fi re hydrant Clothes, and More. an appointment. Retailer’s Per- at 531 Ed Schmidt Blvd, Suite 200, Hutto, Texas. The work schedule will be assemblies and all related appurtenances. Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Estate/Garage Sale, LOTS AND ACREAGE mit (BG) by Mal- Bid/Contract Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifi cations are on fi le at 50 County Road 446, FOR SALE lard Fare, LLC, The position is responsible for greeting customers and answering phone calls with Hejl, Lee & Associates Inc. (Engineer), 206 Taylor Street, Hutto, TX 78634. Taylor. 8am-2:00pm, dba Mallard a desire to train as a Consumer Lender originating and servicing consumer loans June 11th & 12th, Land for sale in Fare, located Copies of the Bid/Contract Documents may be obtained by paying $50 with the Engineer Fri & Sat. Antique & Boerne, Texas. Two and promoting the bank and its loan products to the Hutto area by participating for each set of documents obtained. The payment will not be refunded. Electronic copy Vintage Glass Ware, acres $195,000, at 410 W 7th in various community activities. Applicants must possess professional customer Collectables, Sam- one acre $103,500. St Room 116, of the project documents are available free of charge. Bidder will be required to inform service skills, profi cient in operating computers and a high school diploma or GED. sung Luggage, Brass Located at 3 Hillview Taylor, William- themselves of all Addenda duly issued. Items, Appliances, Lane. Just outside Applicants must also exemplify the core values of TrustTexas Bank including son County, A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be Furniture, Deer the Boerne city Friendliness, Teamwork, Trustworthiness, High Quality Service and Commitment. Horns. Too much limits in Kendall Texas. Officers submitted with each bid. A certifi ed check or bank draft payable to theCity of Thrall or Apply online by clicking on the “Career Opportunities” tab at www.TrustTexas. to list. County. Can be used of said corpora- negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. for residential or bank. Applications will be accepted until the position is fi lled. Credit and tion Mallard Attention is called to the fact that not less than, the federally determined prevailing (Davis- MISCELLANEOUS FOR commercial uses. For Fare are: Heath background check conducted prior to employment off er. TrustTexas Bank is a Bacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture Offi ce SALE information, call JEFF Lombard and Member FDIC, an Equal Housing Lender and an Equal Opportunity Employer. at 830-249-2441. of Rural Aff airs and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In Jennifer Barker- Questions regarding this job advertisement may be addressed by contacting Vintique Mall Second addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment Saturday Market Day HELP WANTED Lombard, Own- Hannah Means, HR Generalist, TrustTexas Bank, 361-275-2345. June 12 from 9-6 ers. are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender @ 2121 N Main St, ROCKDALE ISD is identity, or national origin. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City strives to Taylor. 15+ vendors accepting applica- NOTICE TO attain goals for compliance with Federal Section 3 regulations by increasing opportunities outside, live music, tions for CUSTODIAN CREDITORS OF THE Bid Title: Lease of Citywide Multifunction Devices free Texas beer, store (multiple openings ESTATE OF DENNIS for employment and contracting with Section 3 residents and businesses where feasible. wide discounts, for 2:30 pm to 11:00 NICKEL, DECEASED. The City of Thrall reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities The City of Hutto, Texas, accepting sealed bids for the services of come join us!! pm shift) at various NOTICE is hereby in the bidding. a qualifi ed individual, fi rm, or corporation to provide multifunction campuses. Please given that original Bids may be held by City of Thrall for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of devices, maintenances services and associated consumable 2009 DODGE RAM, visit the Rockdale Letters of Dependent supplies for the City. 76,000 MILES SLT ISD website, www. Administration for the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s $14,000. 512-309- rockdaleisd.net > the Estate of DENNIS qualifi cations prior to the contract award. Sealed bids will be received and time stamped at City Hall 4411 Careers to submit NICKEL, Deceased, located at 500 West Live Oak Street, Hutto, TX 78634 until your application were issued to LARRY CITY OF THRALL TROY MARX, MAYOR All Tractors & for employment. NICKEL on May 27, All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from or 10:00 A.M. on June 22, 2021. Bids will be opened publicly at 10:10 A.M. June 22th to identify the names of the Respondents Implements priced Contact: Human 2021, in Cause No. ineligible for participation on federal assistance programs may not undertake any activity for immediate Resources 512-430- 21-460-CP4 on the only. Other contents of the bids will be afforded security suffi cient sale. Tractors: 6000, ext 1012 for docket of the County in part or in full under this project. to preclude disclosure of the contents prior to award. Cat 45 more information. Court at Law No. Challenger, Case 4 of WILLIAMSON A pre-bid meeting will not be conducted. Specifi cations and backhoe, 14-other ROCKDALE ISD is County, Texas. All other bid documents can be examined and downloaded from tractors. Some accepting applica- persons having NOTICE TO BIDDERS www.BidNetDirect.com. Registration is required to access running, some not, tions for GROUND- claims against this documents. Addendum/Addenda shall only be posted at the above some with loaders; SKEEPER. Please Estate are hereby Lower Brushy Creek WCID site. It is the responsibility of interested fi rms to check the site for small & large imple- visit the Rockdale required to present County of Williamson, Texas the issuance of any addendum. The City is not responsible for any ments. Bob Mitchell ISD website, www. them as follows: vendor’s cost associated with the preparation of bid documents. The Auctioneers, Inc. ~ rockdaleisd.net > LARRY NICKEL, c/o Sealed bids for the Lower Brushy Creek Watershed, Floodwater Retarding Structure deadline for questions is June 15, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. 881 I-35, Exit 358 Careers to submit TED W. HEJL At- No.18 Upgrade addressed to the Lower Brushy Creek WCID will be received until 11:00 a.m. ~ Abbott, Texas your application torney at Law, HEJL on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at the Lower Brushy Creek WCID Office, 601 Quail Valley Drive, Any bid received after 10:00 A.M. on June 22, 2021 regardless 76621. Please call for employment. & SCHROEDER, P.C., Georgetown, Texas 78626 at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Any bid Becky: 254-582- Contact: Human 311 Talbot Street P.O. of the mode of delivery shall be returned unopened. 9557. Resources 512-430- Box 192, Taylor, Texas received after the time set for the opening thereof will be returned to the bidder unopened. 6000, ext 1012 for The City of Hutto reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in 76574. Work will consist of the following: FOR SALE: 55 gallon more information. whole or part, and to waive any informality in any bid. ink drums $10, wood • Principal spillway capacity and condition – the existing principal spillway riser and 24- For any questions, please contact: pallets $2, and end inch conduit will be removed and replaced with a 48-inch conduit. A seepage protection La’Mar Kemp rolls $5. Call Granite filter will be installed to intersect the conduit to provide drainage relief for potential Printing, 512-352- seepage along the conduit. Senior Accountant [email protected] 3687, or come by • Auxiliary spillway/ dam capacity – the existing auxiliary spillway will be raised to the 2675 CR 374, Circlev- 100-year water surface elevation of 513.6 Ft-msl and the dam crest will be raised 5.0 Feet ille, TX. from 515.0 Ft-msl to 520.0 Ft-msl (navd88). Portable Storage • Dam embankment stability - the downstream dam embankment slopes will be AUSTIN LIGHTHOUSE – TAYLOR Buildings, wood flattened from 2.5h:1v to roughly 3.4h:1v. The upstream slopes will remain at 2.5h:1v. 10’x16’- $1,850 and Maintenance Technician • Auxiliary spillway erosion – a sheet pile cut-off wall will be installed to protect the 12’x24’ $2,600. Set • Primary responsibility is to ensure proper orientation and maintenance of all auxiliary spillway from breaching during the full pmf. up included. (512) facility systems and equipment to include but not limited to: HVAC, electrical 748-4003 The Invitation for Bids (IFB) documents and IFB Addendums may be obtained electronically systems, plumbing, structures, vehicles, facility grounds, and other company AUTOMOBILES by prospective bidders or suppliers at www.civcastusa.com at no charge. The project property and equipment. (Prior experience with maintenance of multi-family ID is “Lower Brushy Creek Watershed – Floodwater Retarding Structure No.18 buildings, schools, churches or other commercial property is a plus.) We pay cash for junk Upgrade” • Run various errands as directed cars, with/without DISCRIMINATION IS RARELY THIS • Ensure proper use, application and disposal of all products used in the titles. You call, we Bids must be addressed, mailed or hand delivered to the attention of James R. Clarno, haul. 254-913-9613. P.E., General Manager, of the Lower Brushy Creek WCID at the following address inside a performance of assigned duties OBVIOUS, BUT IT’S JUST AS REAL. sealed envelope or package and labeled as follows: • Maintain and use all Company property and equipment in accordance with DIRT, SAND & GRAVEL (1) Project Name: Lower Brushy Creek Watershed – Floodwater Retarding accepted Company practices Structure No.18 Upgrade • Follow all Company safety and personnel rules and regulations ROWE GRAVEL CO. AND JUST AS ILLEGAL. (2) IFB No. LBC-FY21-002 • Perform any other duties as assigned Since 1966 sand (3) Bid Opening Date / Time: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 gravel, topsoil-fill, (4) Name and Address of Bidder Qualifi cations crushed stone. If the landlord give you the runaround or says: • High school or GED Diploma Delivered. 1400 S. “We don’t take kids.” There will be a pre-bid conference beginning at 10:00 am on Thursday, June 17, 2021, Main St., Taylor. (512) at the Thrall Volunteer Fire Department, 214 Main Street, Thrall, Texas 76578. • Must have valid Texas Driver's License in good standing and insurable through 352-3124 “The apartment you asked about on the phone has The conference will be followed by a showing of the project site. Attendance is not TAB carrier mandatory but is highly encouraged. BUILDING & been rented.” • Must be able to work with limited supervision and complete assignments in a timely and correct manner. CONSTRUCTION “We only take people who speak English clearly.” All bids require a bid guarantee in the amount of not less than five percent (5%) of the total “We don’t take teenagers.” bid. Requirements are outlined in Part I, Subpart B, Instructions to Bidders. Requirements • Experience in minor electrical, drywall and plumbing diagnosis and repair for the bid bond are outlined in PART I, Subpart B, Instructions to Bidders. The successful • Able to obtain and maintain any special certifi cations required for the position Eulenfeld “The ad was wrong – the rent is really $50 more.” bidder will be required to submit payment and performance bonds within seven (7) calendar • Able to meet the physical requirements of the position Construction “I can’t assign you a handicap parking space.” days after receipt of Notice of Award per PART III, Supplemental Conditions, Article 13. • Able to communicate eff ectively with co-workers, line supervisors and • Remodeling • Foundation Repair Additional items that may be of interest to prospective bidders (as-built drawings and Design Management • Interior & Exterior THAT COULD BE HOUSING DISCRIMINATION. Report) are available for inspection at office of the Lower Brushy Creek WCID, 505 West • Able to read and interpret any documentation related to the function of the Painting The only way to stop housing discrimination is to report University Avenue, Suite C, Georgetown, TX 78628, on Monday through Friday by appointment position • Major & Minor it, so we can investigate it. only. Contact James R. Clarno, P.E., General Manager, by phone at (512) 517-7596 or by email Repairs at [email protected] to schedule an appointment. Skills INSURED Visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing or call HUD’s Housing • Team building skills Lower Brushy Creek WCID reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Bids providing less 365-7174 Discrimination Hotline • Profi cient in the use of various power tools than 45 calendar days for acceptance will not be considered and will be rejected. Electronic 1-800-669-9777 (voice) 1-800-927-9275 (TTY) or facsimile (Fax) bids, modifications, or withdrawals are not authorized. • Eff ective and verbal listening communications skills • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy TALLEY The Lower Brushy Creek WCID is the Contracting Local Organization (CLO) responsible for CONSTRUCTION The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because Apply online at https://austinlighthouse.applicantpro.com/jobs/ soliciting and awarding a contract for this project. The CLO is receiving State funding from All types remodel- of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, family status or the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board under the Flood Protection Program. ing & repairs. 45 disability. Additional Notes years’ experi- Must pass background and drug screen Edmond S. Komandosky, President ence. Leveling, Internal and External Applicants and Applications on hand are accepted add-ons, repairs, Lower Brushy Creek WCID decks/ porches, TRAVIS ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS interior & exterior AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION painting, metal bldg. for barns or living quarters. All types of fenc- ESTATE SALE - LOG HOMES ing and roofs. PAY THE BALANCE OWED ONLY!!! Free Estimates. IS ASSISTING 512-898-2196, AMERICAN LOG HOMES JUST RELEASED 512-633-8661 or OF ESTATE & ACCOUNT SETTLEMENT ON HOUSES. 512-258-7263 4 Log Home kits selling for BALANCE OWED, FREE DELIVERY MISCELLEANOUS SERVICES 1) Model # 101 Carolina $40,840...BALANCE OWED $17,000 2) Model # 203 Georgia $49,500...BALANCE OWED $19,950 RAY SANCHEZ PROFESSIONAL 3) Model # 305 Biloxi $36,825...BALANCE OWED $14,500 TREE SERVICE Tree 4) Model # 403 Augusta $42,450...BALANCE OWED $16,500 trimming, Debris removal, haul-off. 20 yrs. experience. Insured. 512-269- NEW - HOMES HAVE NOT BEEN MANUFACTURED 3761 Make any plan design changes you desire! Comes with Complete Building Blueprints & Construction Manual Kevin’s Tree Cutting Windows, Doors, and Roofing not included BBB Service. Pruning, Cut NO TIME LIMIT FOR DELIVERY! A+ Rating Down, Clearing. Free *OFFER NOT AVAILABLE TO AMERICAN LOG HOME DEALERS* Estimates. 512-797- 1182 or 512-309- 4917

SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021 TAYLOR PRESS 7B

Devotional WWorshiporship Services Will-O-Bell Nursing Home

412 N. Dalton Phone: (254) 527-3371 Bartlett, Texas 765II Admissions: (254) 527-3231 Fax: (254) 527-3173 Exodus 20:12 www.will-o-bell.com

WILLIAMSON COUNTY EQUIPMENT CO., INC. 512-365-2222 1006 Carlos G. Parker Blvd. SW 2708 N. Main St. • Taylor, TX 76574 Tel: (512) 352-6381 Taylor, TX 76574 Fax: (512) 352-7639 www.wmcoequip.com Pizza • Games • Parties Cell: (512) 940-1319 [email protected]

Your Dream Home, Affordably Priced

Here Everything’s Better!

Your Home Town Grocer for over 100 years. Ronnie Rieger • 512-848-2416 512-352-2015 350 Rieger Road • Coupland, Texas 78615 100 Carlos Parker Blvd. Northwest | Taylor, TX 76574

Nobody Beats a Covert Deal. Not Now, Not Ever! Visit us on our all new site, Facebook or Twitter To advertise call us at

ST. PETER’S CHURCH OF COUPLAND, UCC 2. PASTOR MARTIN GARRISON 512-352-8535 Taylor

APOSTOLIC TAYLOR CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST OASIS CHURCH Press FORD SALES 512-759-1414 CHEVY SALES 512-759-1515 ANOINTED TEMPLE APF Elder Thomas Ates Jr., Pastor 1616 Granger Road, Taylor, TX 76574 FORD SERVICE 512-759-0022 CHEVY SERVICE 512-759-0055 Bishop Willie McNeal - Pastor Taylor • 352-1333 (512) 309-4954 704 E. 3rd St - Taylor WHOLE TRUTH C.O.G.I.C. Sunday Celebration Services 800 E. Rio Grande, Taylor TX 76574 Condra ASSEMBLY OF GOD 11am - English • 5pm - Spanish Pastor R. Curtis Funeral Home CROSSROADS ASSEMBLY OF GOD Wednesday Celebration Services Shane Allen, Pastor 512-508-8714 Providence ® 7pm - Bi-Lingual An honored Dignity Memorial provider. 500 Carlos G. Parker Blvd. NW • Taylor SALVATION & PRAISE TABL. COGIC A Caring Community Funeral Home Food Pantry 1st & 3rd Friday of month 352-6133 419 Vernon St., Taylor • 512-352-6179 Pastor Larry Taylor CALVARY TAYLOR CHURCH 807 Carlos Parker Blvd NW BAPTIST P.O. Box 1064 • Taylor, TX 76574 FAITH BAPTIST SOUTH LOOP CHURCH OF CHRIST Meeting time: Sundays at 10am Evangelist: Garren Stroud 503 Talbot • P.O. Box 1133 • Taylor • 352-3636 Tom Cordova, Pastor Address: 114 W 4th Street (512) 352-5909 303 Carlos G. Parker Blvd SE www.condrafuneralhome.com 605 W. 6th • Taylor • 352-2434 Phone: 512.713.4034 512-495-0545 FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF Website: calvarytaylor.org EPISCOPAL JONAH Facebook: facebook.com/calvarytaylortx/ “I pray that God will be kind ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL Jack Hall, Pastor to you and will let you live 7th & Davis • (512) 352-2330 JERUSALEM PENTECOSTAL Meets at Jonah Community JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Rev. Daniel Alderete, Pastor in perfect peace! May you Center (Old Jonah School) JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 908 E. Walnut St. • Taylor keep learning more and Hwy 29 & CR 126 • 365-1906 2703 Medical Pkwy. • Taylor 352-8467 or 352-6934 FIRST BAPTIST TAYLOR more about God and 352-5954 or 352-7844J’S WITNESS NEW LIFE OF TAYLOR UNITED Dr. Brady Collier, Pastor our Lord Jesus.” JEWISH MESSIANIC PENTECOSTAL 2500 Mallard Ln. • Taylor • 352-3144 Yeshua The Rock of Bethel Roy L. Hutton, Pastor 2 Peter 1:2 THE FIRST BAPTIST English/Torah Teaching 2225 S. Hwy 95 • (1 mi. N of HEB) Rev. Anthony Watson Sr., Pastor Saturday Services 11:30 am Taylor • 365-5433 300 N. Robinson St. • Taylor - 352-2595 512-373-6532 FIRST BAPTIST 100 Potomac St, Taylor IGLESIA PENTECOSTES SINAI Phil Hamline, Pastor LUTHERAN Azael Ramirez, Pastor 301 E. Mesquite • Granger - 859-1389 CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 419 Vernon St. • Taylor - 269-2854 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Noack, Texas - 6740 FM 112 • Taylor UNITY OF THE BRETHREN Thorndale - 898-2529 HUTTO LUTHERAN BRETHREN CHURCH FBC THRALL Rev. Katie Wegner, Pastor Rev. James D. Hejl, Pastor 402 Church St. • Hutto - 846-2064 Clint Neighbors, Pastor 710 Sloan St. • Taylor 204 Bounds • Thrall • 512-466-8211 IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 352-6423OTHER FIRST SHILOH BAPTIST Caleb Bahr, Pastor CHRIST FELLOWSHIP Pastor Ray Dennis, Pastor 411 CR 401, Taylor • 365-9494 KRUSE ELECTRIC SERVICE Jeff Ripple, Pastor Sales • Service • Residential • Commercial 100 County Rd. 481 • Thrall - 255-5091 PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN Rev. Kerri Veit, Pastor 1517 McLain St. • Taylor - 352-7531 “Over 55 Yrs. Service” GOD’S WAY CHRISTIAN BAPTIST CHURCH 3101 CR 417 • Taylor - 365-6155 COWBOY CHURCH IN THRALL Rev. B. R. Reese, Pastor ST. JOHN LUTHERAN 230 E. Hwy 79 • Thrall - 535-5755 901 W. 2nd • Taylor, Texas 76574 1101 West 2nd Street • Taylor - 423-1391 Rev. Jon Bielfeldt, Pastor Wranglers: Hank & Bev Beymer HUTTO BAPTIST 300 S. Main St. • Thrall THE RIDGE FELLOWSHIP (512) 352-2723 898-2587, 898-2136 Rev. Tommy Ham, Pastor NON DENOMINATIONAL TECL #27623 ST. PAUL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN 6655 Hwy 79 • Hutto - 759-2395 3705 CR 366 • Taylor • 512-736-3903 Child Development Center LITTLE EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH, Rev. Dr. George Qualley, Pastor EBENEZER CHURCH HUTTO 401 W. 7th St. • Taylor - Office: 352-2327 (Temple Ebenezer) Following Sunday @ 11:00 AM @ TRINITY LUTHERAN Rev. Daniel C. Martinez, Pastor Southern Hospitality Rev. Scott Schaller HARVESTING MINISTRIES, INC. 105 East 3rd Street, Taylor. 3505 N. Main • Taylor - 352-6958 1301 West Second St., Bldg B. MEMORIAL BAPTIST ZION LUTHERAN Taylor, TX 76574 • 365-8402 Steve David, General Manager Rev. Dudley Marx, Pastor Co. Rd. 425 • Sandoval Apostle Charles N. Moore & 1450 Hwy 79 W 340 W. Lake Dr. • Taylor - 352-5988 ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Cassandra Moore Taylor, TX 76574 (512) 218-5300 MT. CALVARY MISSIONARY BAPTIST (Missouri Synod) nylemaxwell.com Fax: (512) 218-5394 Rev. Tony Sorrells Sr., Pastor Rev. Aaron Kalbas,Pastor LA HERMOSA CHURCH OF 602 Symes St. • Taylor - 352-3838 Thorndale • 898-5455 HUTTO (BILINGUAL) MT. PLEASANT BAPTIST CHURCH ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH Across from Fritz Park in the Old Dream Designs Rev. James Lott Mel Swoyer, Pastor Middle School (Rt 79 turn on Park) 213 E. Taylor St. • Thrall - 898-5517 314 N. 6th St. • Thorndale - 898-5152 Darryl R. Kruse MESSIAH WORSHIP CENTER MT. ZION BAPTIST METHODIST Carl Jones, Minister Computer Sales, Service and Parts • New and Refurbished Rev. Theodore Johnson, Pastor ALLEN CHAPEL AME 705 Wilson St. • Taylor 104 E. Church St. • Thrall - 898-2895 Bunnie Stark, Pastor 1402 Jones St. Ph. 512-352-8605 NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH PRIMERA IGLESIA BAUTISTA 518 Elliott Street • Taylor, Tx. 76574 Taylor, TX 76574 Mobile: 512-771-3279 413 W. 10th St • Taylor [email protected] www.Dream-Designs.com Pastor John Molina 352-3945 1699 W. 2nd St. • Taylor - (512) 352-5590 FIRST UNITED METHODIST - TAYLOR 512-365-6228 SAN GABRIEL BAPTIST Rev. Sela Finau NEW LIFE OF TAYLOR Brenda Cox, BSN, RN 263 CR 421A • San Gabriel, TX. 907 W. Lake Dr. • Taylor - 352-2593 Roy L. Hutton - Pastor Facility Administrator FIRST UNITED METHODIST - 5300 N. Main St. • Taylor DaVita, Inc. (512) 862-3305 GRANGER www.davita.com ZION CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST 512-269-7271 RISING. GROWING. UNITING. Taylor Dialysis Center, LLC Johnny R. Spence, Pastor 201 S. Granger St. • Granger, TX NEW TESTAMENT HOLINESS Pastor Judy Gotcher 3100 West 2nd 612 E. Walnut St. • Taylor - 365-5618 Rev. Will Wasson, Pastor Taylor, TX 76574 HUTTO DISCOVERY UNITED CATHOLIC 211 Gym St. • Taylor • 352-5170 Tel:512-352-2549 OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE METHODIST Fax:512-352-2535 RESTORATION HOUSE OF 4000 West 2nd Street,Taylor, TX 76574 Alberto J. Borruel, Pastor Rev.Johnny Brower, Pastor 512-352-5296 Email: [email protected] GOD FELLOWSHIP 113 Dickey St. • Taylor - 365-2380 Hutto • 512-846-1707 UnitedAgandTurf.com PLEASANT RETREAT UNITED 901 E. Walnut St. • Taylor ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH METHODIST 1-888-790-2970 Rev. Keith Koehl 486 on CR 458, (6 miles south of 301 E. Fourth St. • Taylor - 365-2175 Pastor Gregory Moore “In everything we have Thorndale) CALL SS CYRIL & METHODIUS CATHOLIC ROCK OF SALVATION CHURCH TENTH STREET UNITED METHODIST won more than a victory CHURCH (Bilingual) Pastor: Marcus Herrera III Dr. Travis Summerlin, Pastor Rev. Hilario Guajardo 801 A E. Walnut St. 512-352-8535 410 W. 10th St. • Taylor - 352-2244 because of Christ 100 N Brazos St, Granger, TX 76530 P.O. Box 1163 • Taylor, TX 76574 THRALL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TO ADVERTISE. CHRISTIAN Pastor Dr. Travis Summerlin - 352-2244 446-9089 who love us” CHURCH OF CHRIST MORMON TRUE VINE CHURCH Romans 8:37 Benjamin Dossey, Minister CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF 204 Washburn • 569-1138 Hwy. 95 N. • Taylor - 352-6444 LATTER-DAY SAINTS Pastor Nethaniel Davis NORTHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH This Devotional & Directory Alan Stewart , Bishop YEGUA CREEK EVANGELICAL 2900 N. Main St. • Taylor • 512-352-5611 2800 N. Drive • Taylor - 352-3788 FREE CHURCH is made possible by these NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH NON-DENOMINATIONAL Mark Nygard, Pastor businesses who encourage 206 Farley St • Hutto UNITY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CR 466 • Type Community • 281-2500 all of us to attend Church Office : 113 East St. • Hutto Founding Paster Kristopher J.Johnson Michael Roepke, Pastor - 759-2665 2010 West 2nd St., Taylor • 512-348-2247 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST worship services. UNITED CHRISTIAN CHURCH REVELATION CHURCH ST. PETER’S CHURCH OF COUPLAND Rev. Leo Williams, Pastor 608 Howard • Taylor • (512) 818-0993 Martin Garrison, Pastor 603 Talbot St. • Taylor - 352-2753 Pastors Julian & Mary Guerrero 108 Wathen St. • Coupland • 856-2433

8B TAYLOR PRESS SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2021

MASTER NATURALIST | by Mary Ann Melton Enter world of lichens with Palmetto lichen

A year or so ago I noticed some- and go dormant, a process called top and bottom. They can be pendant thing growing along the trunk and poikilohydry. The darker the greens and hairlike, upright or shrubby, or branches of my pecan tree. and blacks are show whether it is upright and cuplike. Some fruticose The birds were obviously finding currently doing photosynthesis. If lichens may have flat branches that food around these growths. I started lichen look dry and brittle, it is alive tangle together. researching to try to find out what but dormant. The Cartilage Lichen, Ramalina these were. While I knew about Thallus (thalli), Latin for green celastri was the first species that lichens, I had no idea that these shoot or twig, is the vegetative part really caught my eye. There are over organisms living on my tree were so of the lichen. Hypha (hyphae) are 240 species in the Ramalina genus. many different species of them. It has the long branching filamentous struc- R. celastri is found across the south- been fascinating to learn more about tures. With lichens, these hyphae ern U.S., parts of South America, them. are the main mode of the vegetative southern African, southern Australia Lichens are composite organisms growth and are collectively called and New Zealand. Ramalina celas- of two or three kinds of organisms Cartilage lichen is a type of lichen found in this region the mycelium. The mushroom-shaped tri is a fruticose lichen. The Texas that live together and have mutualis- of the U.S. growths are apothecia, the reproduc- Mushroom website describes tic, symbiotic relationships. There are Courtesy photo tive structures. On the top of the Ramalina celastri as an octopus like 13,500 lichen species. from the tree. They do not harm or apothecia are microscopic, sack-like palmetto lichen. The leafy thallus is Lichens are part fungus and part damage a tree, but it may be that structures called asci (singular ascus) long pointed leaf looking structures photosynthesizing algae or bacte- where the spores reproduce. Each with mushroom shaped growths, the they may be a symptom of a tree’s ria. The fungal component is the fungal and alga-bacteria combination apothecia. Almost everywhere I have health problem. Younger and faster mycobiont while the photosynthetic is a separate species. observed lichens recently, this species partner is the photobiont. The alga or growing trees shed bark such that it There are three morphological has been present. cyanobacterium does the photosyn- is difficult for lichens to attach. types of thalli: foliose, crustose and Scientists have isolated a com- thesis to produce the food while the Because lichens get their needs fruticose. Foliose lichens are leaf- pound called parietin from Ramalina fungus provides the form and repro- from the air, they can be sensitive to like, with two easily distinguishable celastri that has demonstrated anti- ductive system. pollution. While some are tolerant, sides. They can be flat and leafy or viral activity against certain arena Both the algae/bacteria and fun- other species will die from air pol- full of ridges and bumps. Crustose viruses. Arena viruses are associated gus absorb water, minerals and pollution. Others will change structure lichens are crustlike, forming a crust with diseases transmitted by rodents. lutants from the air through rain and by that reduces photosynthesis and over a surface. Approximately 75% Scientists are also researching wheth- dust. Lichens attach themselves to bleaching. of all lichens are crustose. They form er parietin can be used to inhibit tree bark — and other things — with Lichens cannot conserve water a crust over a surface. They can be tau protein aggregation as a possible rhizomes. These do not penetrate the during droughts. When growing con- very colorful or a drab gray or green. treatment against Alzheimer’s dis- bark and the lichens get no nutrients ditions are dry, lichens become brittle Fruticose lichens have no distinctive ease. Taylor ISD teacher Millers named grand marshals STAFF REPORTS [email protected] receives donation Last week, the American Legion Graham D Luhn Post 39 held its A local teacher has been the country in need of critical monthly meeting to discuss upcom- given money needed to help resources. ing events. her students in the class- On Teacher Appreciation The Legion will host a parade ad room. Day, the brand matched 50 fireworks display for the Fourth of On May percent of each donation July again this year. In preparation 4, Marisol made to all teacher requests for the event, Mickey and Moppy Dominguez, on DonorsChoose. Miller were named grand marshals of Naomi Pasemann Through her DonorsChoose the parade. Elementary webpage, Dominguez Legion members also thanked School teacher, described her project. Eagle Bank, Taylor Area Business received dona- DOMINGUEZ “These books will continue Women and Kay Long for sponsoring tions through to enhance the print-rich this year’s Boys State applicants. the national education non- classroom that I strive to cre- Anyone interested in participat- profit site DonorsChoose. She ate and the social emotional ing in the parade can contact Robert earned the donation for her learning required in our Garcia at [email protected] or project Social Emotional and school. I would like our class- 512-968-4660. Chapter Books. room library to be a place that “Thank you so much for my students really enjoy,” said your generous donations Dominguez. “With these new and continued support. I am books, my students will be beyond thankful to have a able to choose from a variety community of people willing of books that will allow them to donate to teachers class- to read independently at their room so that students have own grade level. Additionally, the materials needed to be they will be able to choose successful,” said Dominguez books that interest them. The on her DonorsChoose web- best way to increase reading page. “My classroom library ability is to read more and has limited books available, to be exposed to a variety of so I am thrilled to see my children’s books, and these Dwayne Ariola (right) from the American Legion students check out new and books will continue to help Graham D Luhn Post 39 congratulates Mickey and The American Legion elects new officers for the upcoming year during a recent books from our class- my students grow academi- Moppy Miller, who will be the grand marshals of the meeting last week. room library in which I know cally and personally.” Fourth of July Parade. Courtesy photos they will enjoy and will be She also commended on their grade level.” her students’ yearn to read Several entities contribut- through adversity. ed donations, including The “We are a Title I school, Horace Mann Companies and meaning the majority of the Raise Your Hand Texas our students come from Foundation. A $143 donation low-income homes,” said came from SONIC Drive-In, Dominguez “My students are part of $1.5 million donated very eager to learn and have on DonorsChoose on Teacher shown great success through- Appreciation Day, May 4. out the school year. I would As part of SONIC’s ongoing like to provide the many Limeades for Learning initia- amazing resources needed for tive, the $1.5 million report- my students to continue to be edly helped fund more than successful this year and dur- 7,000 teacher requests across ing the summer.” The American Legion elects new officers for the upcoming year during a meeting last week.

Our Local Restaurants

® THE WAY TO Frozen Margaritas To Go! CARRY OUT BUFFET! ONLY! ENTRÉES, FAMILY MEALS & ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BUFFET Hours: Monday-Saturday 6AM-9PM • Sunday 7AM-9PM FULL MENU AVAILABLE ALL DAY! NOW SERVING BRUNCH, SUNDAYS 11am-2pm 3100 N Main St, Taylor, TX • (512) 352-1700 (Bealls Shopping Center) 1700 N Main • Taylor, Texas SUNDAY-THURSDAY 11am-8pm, FRIDAY & SATURDAY 11am - 9pm mariachisdejalisco.com 512-352-5289 3607 N. MAIN • TAYLOR, TX • 512.352.9424

DDININGINING RROOMOOM Homestyle Cooking OPEN Family Atmosphere If you would like to be apart of the Food Guide Professional Catering Jodie Wolf, Owner Call or email Regina Taylor 216 E Hwy 79, Thrall, Texas 76578 512-352-8535 or 512-760-6660 512-365-9554 [email protected] HOURS: Mon.11am -2pm Published twice a week for a total cost of $25 Tues. thru Fri. 11am –8pm Closed Saturday and Sunday