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Taylor Independent School District trustees unanimously approved to authorize contract negotiations for an interim superintendent. Dr. Steve Flores could be the temporary solution for Taylor ISD if the contract goes through. Photo by Hunter Dworaczyk

Taylor ISD targets interim superintendent

07/24/2023 10:57 PM

Murphy Park to host area kids’ tennis camp

Murphy Park will be the site of an upcoming kids’ tennis camp as the Taylor Area Tennis Association, Taylor Parks & Recreation and Taylor Independent School have come together to host the event. The youth tennis camp, which will be held from 8-10 a.m.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Granger athletics set for camps and parent meeting

GRANGER – Granger Independent School District will return to having youth athletic camps this upcoming week as Lions football and Lady Lions volleyball will both be in action. Each will be a three-day youth camp that goes from 9-11 a.m.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Thrall ready to Meet the Tigers

THRALL – Thrall High School has an important upcoming date at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Do what is best for you

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

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Tax-Relief pla headed to gorvernor

Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Take 24 seconds & b

reathe NEWS Got a minute? It’s a serious question. Our day-to-day routine can be so jam-packed that it often seems like there’s no time for a break, which in turn can leave us feeling stressed and overwhelmed.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Janice M. (Haverland) Schroeder

Janice M (Haverland) Schroeder of Taylor, passed away July 18, 2023, at the age of 69 years. Janice was born Nov.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Ronnie Lee Rieger

Ronnie Lee Rieger, 66, of Beyersville, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023. Ronnie was born Oct.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Pastor Anthony Watson helps members prepare Thanksgiving dinners at The First Baptist Church. Watson will celebrate 25 years, the longest tenure for a pastor at the church, Sunday, July 23 during the 10:45 a.m. service. Courtesy photo

Pastor reflects on 25 years in Taylor

“I was grateful that God would bless me to lead His church,” Anthony Watson said about his feeling when he was selected as the pastor of First Baptist. Watson came to Taylor in 1998 as the new pastor of The First Baptist Church.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

The Taylor Lions Club Golf Tournament will take place Staurday, Aug. 26 at Mustang Creek Golf Course in Taylor.

Tee off with the Taylor Lions Club

The Taylor Lions Club will host a golf tournament Saturday, Aug. 26 at Mustang Creek Golf Course in Taylor.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

Kiwanis Club • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Sqare Farmer’s Market The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Participants prepare to get fit while drumming on exercise balls during the drum fit class. Photos courtesy of Julie Rydell

Getting fit to the beat with Taylor Parks and Rec

Residents got moving to the beat last week at drum fit lessons. The first class had 19 participants. Drum fit is part of the free adult fitness classes, which conclude July 29. As a part of the introductory promotion, Taylor Parks and Recreation hosts free classes in the air-conditioned Memorial Field House at Parks and Recreation office, 1412 Davis Street.

07/22/2023 05:47 AM

Back to Eden: Antichrist wrath

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

07/22/2023 05:47 AM