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Damien Auriel Rivera was born Dec. 16, 2021, at 6:39 p.m. He came into this world as a blessing with the laborious love from his mother, Kayla Victoria Leshikar and the undying support from his father, Auriel Gomez Rivera.

Esther Arellano Walton, 56, passed away Sunday, Jan. 30, 2022.

Cecilia Zbranek Stefek, 88, of Granger, went to be with Our Lord early Saturday morning, Jan. 29, 2022.

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

Once upon a time, I didn’t study (or regularly read!) my Bible. I didn’t ask questions. Maybe it was because I didn’t know what to ask or why. I believed that I just needed to believe in Jesus with no other relational or growth requirements. And no one challenged my resulting lack of faith, which, as it turns out, must be based on wisdom about God. So, my faith was blind and shallow. Then, the dam broke one day, and the floodwaters of grief, joy, and passion rushed in. “What happened?” you ask. Good question! Let your inquiry be the first of many to come.

A Taylor alum performed with the Razorback Band at the Outback Bowl. This New Year’s Day was unlike any I had ever had before.

WILCO – Early voting is only a week away for county elections. On March 1, voters will determine the candidates for their specific parties – Democratic or Republican.

It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

JAN. 23 Harassment-No Report-1100 block of W Third St Suspicious Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-900 block of W Sixth St Suspicious Circumstances- No Report-900 block of Fisher St City Ordinance Violation-No Report-900 block of Fisher St Road / Traffic Hazard- No Report-E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd/Se Carlos G Parker Blvd Reckless / Erratic Driver- Unable to Locate-3100 block of W Second St Illegal Dumping-No Report-500 block of Symes St Welfare Concern-No Report-900 block of Vance St Accident Minor-Report Taken-900 block of NW Carlos G Parker Blvd Burglary of Vehicle-No Report Suspicious Vehicle-No Report-100 block of Pivot Dr Unwanted Person-No Report-1200 block of Lexington St Suspicious Circumstances-No Report-400 block of Sabrina Dr JAN.

An upcoming beekeeping school will discuss how property taxes on small acreages can now be lowered by keeping bees on the property. Texas law allows bees and bee hives to qualify for reducing property taxes on plots ranging from 5 to 20 acres, similar to livestock or raising hay.

Children, staff and parents enjoy Story Time at the Taylor Public Library Feb. 2. The library hosts Story Time typically on Wednesdays. For more information, visit http://www.taylortx.gov/25/library, call 512-352-3434 or visit the library at 801 Vance St. in Taylor.

The Taylor City Council has been selected as the 2022 Texas City Management Association (TCMA) City Council of the Year. The TCMA City Council of the Year award recognizes and honors outstanding city councils that have made significant contributions to local government in Texas. The award will be presented during the TCMA Annual Conference in June.

The Taylor Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) recently received the Business Facilities Silver Award. The award was presented to the TEDC was presented the award for Samsung Electronics’ new state of the art, semi-conductor manufacturing facility in Taylor.

The Association of Texas Small School Bands regions 18 and 26 held their region band clinic and concert Jan. 28-29. Earning seats in the symphonic band were Max Finn, first chair baritone saxophone; Kennedy Yanez, third chair flute; and Trace Karch, third chair tuba. Noah Hammack earned second chair in concert band on euphonium. Sarah Burke from Blinn college was the symphonic band clinician andconductor, and Mike Lewis, of Burnet, led the concert band. Thrall High School band director Beth Butler and assistant band director Bana Estes were the organizers for the symphonic band. Courtesy photo

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Feb. 2, e-edition of the Taylor Press.