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Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows

Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick claimed last week that Gov. Greg Abbott is sabotaging the Senate’s work because of their ongoing feud over which approach to property tax reform is best, The Dallas Morning News reported. Abbott vetoed three bills by Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, who has been Patrick’s point senator on increasing homestead exemptions in order to provide tax cuts. As of Friday afternoon, he had vetoed 31 bills. 06/24/2023 06:34 AM

A trail of kindness

A trail of kindness

It’s the time of the year when you see people go out and enjoy our community parks. Neighbors and familiar faces from the online community stroll or jog the trails. A time when we can enjoy the sun (well before it gets too hot) and improve our health. 06/24/2023 06:34 AM

Law closing police loophole takes effect Sept. 1

Law closing police loophole takes effect Sept. 1

A loophole in the Texas Public Information Act that many law enforcement departments use to withhold records when someone dies in police custody will be closed with a new law taking effect Sept. 1. 06/24/2023 06:34 AM

Maybe this experience will seem funny someday

Maybe this experience will seem funny someday

“The thing about parenting rules is there aren’t any. That’s what makes it so difficult.” — Ewan McGregor, Scottish actor. 06/20/2023 10:35 PM

What it takes to be a dad

What it takes to be a dad

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is not the opinion of the Taylor Press. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Central figure in Paxton case charged

Central figure in Paxton case charged

The Austin real estate developer who is at the heart of Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment was arraigned on eight federal charges Friday, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Nate Paul was arrested by the FBI on Thursday. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

The extra mile is never crowded

The extra mile is never crowded

Over the past two weeks, we have received a lot of shoutouts for people who walked the extra mile. “I’d like to give a huge shoutout to Robert, a Subway employee working right now serving a long line by himself and keeping a positive attitude.” - Julianne Guzman Flores “Duck Plumbing deserves a shout out. 06/16/2023 10:14 PM

Old school service never goes out of date

Old school service never goes out of date

“Customer: A person who pays for all your vacations, hobbies, rent, food, car notes, and gives you the opportunity to better yourself.” — Unknown “Good afternoon, Elegante Suites reservations in Abilene,” the voice on the phone said. “How can I help YOU today?” Heavy emphasis on the word, ‘you,’ made me smile. 06/13/2023 10:15 PM

ON MY SOAPBOX BY JASON HENNINGTON

Altering the narrative

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is not the opinion of the Taylor Press. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Gary Borders Texas Press Association

Abbott, Patrick spar over tax relief

Gov. Greg Abbott late last week warned lawmakers to be prepared for several special sessions to pass a tax reform bill that he will accept, as well as a school voucher plan that failed to pass during the regular session. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

Dr. Ron Braley Guest Columnist

The Supernatural God: Let’s go all Apocalypse!

This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Dr. Ron Braley. 06/09/2023 11:49 PM

And that’s the story behind my photo

And that’s the story behind my photo

“A good snapshot keeps a moment that’s gone from running away.” — Eudora Welty, (1909–2001) American short story writer, novelist and photographer. A McCormick porcelain decanter bust of Elvis Presley was priced at $35. 06/07/2023 07:11 AM

POW Hollis Allen Scruggs

POW Hollis Allen Scruggs

Prisoner of War Hollis Allen Scruggs marched to Bataan along with Scotty Satterwhite in the Spring of 1942. On that march, many were clubbed or bayoneted to death and left lying on the road. 06/03/2023 04:45 PM

A million reasons to wake up

A million reasons to wake up

This was inspired by the author Raj Aryan Purohit’s book “Million Dollar Morning: Design your Morning in a Wholesome Way.” Every day is special, and your morning plays a vital role in setting you up for success, whatever that means to you. So, why is it that we neglect our mornings rather than utilizing them? We wake up and drag through our morning tasks and activities, we worry about the upcoming day and generally not enjoy the present moment. 06/03/2023 04:45 PM

Texas House impeaches AG Paxton

Texas House impeaches AG Paxton

The Texas House voted overwhelmingly to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton Saturday, only the third time in the state’s history that has occurred. The Austin American-Statesman and numerous news outlets reported the chamber voted 121-23 to remove Paxton, 60, from office while he awaits a trial in the Senate during a special session yet to be called. 06/03/2023 04:45 PM