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Be a parent, not an embarrassment

Be a parent, not an embarrassment

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. 02/11/2023 06:31 AM

The Ramblers may have exceeded mom's limits

The Ramblers may have exceeded mom's limits

“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. 02/08/2023 07:43 AM

The power of community

The power of community

“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. 02/04/2023 07:26 AM

An excellent time to strengthen the landmark law

An excellent time to strengthen the landmark law

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. 02/04/2023 07:26 AM

Looking for the best emotion

Looking for the best emotion

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. 02/04/2023 07:26 AM

It’s all about listening

It’s all about listening

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. 01/28/2023 07:19 AM

Not choosing sides

Not choosing sides

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. 01/28/2023 07:19 AM

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The power of positive thinking

“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. 01/28/2023 07:19 AM

What the U.S. flag stands for

What the U.S. flag stands for

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. 01/21/2023 07:24 AM

Choose kindness

Choose kindness

There’s a lot of ugliness in the world. We often feel helpless and don’t think that we can make a difference. 01/21/2023 07:24 AM

Speaker open to resort-style casinos in state

Speaker open to resort-style casinos in state

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. 01/21/2023 07:24 AM

On My Soapbox: Dig deeper for a solution

Dig deeper for the solution

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. 01/14/2023 07:45 AM

Social media: Bane or boon?

Social media: Bane or boon?

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. 01/14/2023 07:45 AM

Isabella Tebeau

Be an encourager

“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. 01/14/2023 07:45 AM

Dr. Ron Braley

Fixed by the broken

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 01/14/2023 07:45 AM