Opinion

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press.

“When your mother asks, ‘Do you want a piece of advice?’ It is a mere formality. It doesn’t matter if you answer yes or no.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measure by the compassionate actions of its members.” — Coretta Scott King The ice storm left many families without power for an extended time. As always, the people of Taylor stepped up by checking on their neighbors and helping wherever they could.

Fifty years ago, responding to public demand in an era of reform, Texas enacted a sweeping law ensuring the people’s right to know about their government. The Texas Public Information Act – originally known as the Open Records Act when it passed in 1973 – was one of the strongest transparency laws in the nation.

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason. hennington@granitemediapartners. com.

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason.hennington@ granitemediapartners. com.

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press.

“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” -Dan Millman Is your glass halfempty or half-full? How you answer this age-old question about positive thinking may reflect your outlook on life and your attitude toward yourself.

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason.hennington@ granitemediapartners. com.

There’s a lot of ugliness in the world. We often feel helpless and don’t think that we can make a difference.

House Speaker Dade Phelan, R-Beaumont, told The Dallas Morning News and other media outlets that he is open to bringing resort-style casinos to Texas. But don’t expect to find slot machines in 7-Eleven stores if casino gambling is legalized.

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press.

Editor’s note: We’re looking for a variety of young voices to contribute to “Hits Different.” If you’d like to write a commentary, send it to Area Editor Jason Hennington at jason.hennington@granitemediapartners. com.

“Be an encourager. The world has plenty of critics already.” — Dave Willis “Albert Einstein once wrote on a chalkboard: 9x1=9 9 x 2 = 18 9 x 3 = 27 9 x 4 = 36 9 x 5 = 45 9 x 6 = 54 9 x 7 = 63 9 x 8 = 72 9 x 9 = 81 9 x 10 = 91 Suddenly, chaos erupted in the classroom because Einstein made a mistake.

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley.