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Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:45 PM

Opinion

Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic group
Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic group
The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest estimate, which indicates Hispanic residents in Texas make up more of the state’s population than white residents. 09/24/2022 10:16 AM
An interview you’ll always remember
An interview you’ll always remember
“I’m nervous,” the young journalist stuttered. “I’ve never interviewed anyone rich and famous. 09/21/2022 08:37 AM
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Dear editor, I’m not renewing my paper. The reason, Beto O’Rourke visits Taylor. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM
Threatening society
Threatening society
BY JASON HENNINGTON This column represents the thoughts and opinions of Jason Hennington. This is NOT the opinion of the Taylor Press. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS | by Gary Borders
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS | by Gary Borders
POLL: MOST TEXAS TEACHERS CONSIDER QUITTING More than three-fourths of Texas teachers say they have seriously considered quitting the profession largely because of a perceived lack of respect and support, according to a new survey by the Charles Butt Foundation. Excessive workload and inadequate pay were other major reasons that teachers are considering leaving, The Dallas Morning News and other media outlets reported. 09/17/2022 09:19 AM
The checkout time  was 1 p.m.
The checkout time was 1 p.m.
G “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” — Dr. 09/14/2022 12:20 PM
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS | by Gary Borders
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS | by Gary Borders
TXDOT ANNOUNCES $ 85 BILLION TRANSPORTATION PLAN The Texas Department of Transportation has adopted a 10- year statewide roadway construction plan with a record $ 85 billion price tag, officials announced last week. The Unified Transportation Plan authorizes the distribution of construction money that is expected to be available during the next decade. 09/10/2022 09:31 AM
We likely learned no more  than we already knew
We likely learned no more than we already knew
“The dictionary is the only place where success comes before hard work.” — Mark Twain is credited with that, but I think Willard said it too. In his own words. 09/07/2022 01:12 PM
PLOW AND HOSE ORGANIC GARDENING IN CENTRAL TEXAS
PLOW AND HOSE ORGANIC GARDENING IN CENTRAL TEXAS
A cold front pushed through the second half of August bringing much welcome rain and cooler temperatures. Both the rain and reduced heat coupled with the end of summer, make fall gardening so much more attractive. 09/03/2022 07:36 AM
Flooding prompts disaster declaration
Flooding prompts disaster declaration
Heavy rains through Texas last week caused flooding, particularly in the Dallas area, prompting Gov. Greg Abbott to issue a disaster declaration for 23 affected counties. Texans who were affected by the rain, which dumped more than 10 inches in Dallas, are encouraged to file insurance claims with their providers and to complete the voluntary Self Reporting Damage Survey issued by the Texas Department of Emergency Management by visiting damage.tdem.texas.gov. 09/03/2022 07:36 AM
Memories real enough
Memories real enough to smell the creosote
“God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December.” — J.M. Barrie (1860-1937), Scottish author and dramatist, best remembered as the creator of Peter Pan. 08/31/2022 10:02 AM
We still remember
We still remember
Eighteen years ago on Friday, Aug. 26, I got a call at 7:15 a.m. as I was in my dorm room getting ready for class. A friend of mine was on the other end crying and telling me that Katara Johnson had been murdered. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM
Farmer’s Almanac predicts a white winter
Farmer’s Almanac predicts a white winter
As Texas gets at least a temporary reprieve this week from the heat, with a nice round of rain blanketing much of the state, the Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting January will bring significant snowfall to the state. 08/27/2022 09:51 AM
Bobby always swore the story was true
Bobby always swore the story was true
“The old man used to say that the best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back.” — Robert Ruark, author of The Old Man and the Boy. Hunting season is almost here and working on the upcoming Light and Champion Outdoor Guide for 2022 reminded me of some great hunting stories. 08/24/2022 08:20 AM
Back to school safety summit
Back to school safety summit
Dear Editor, Pastor B.R. Reese and the God’s Way Christian Baptist Church would like to thank Taylor ISD Superintendent Dr. Devin Padavil and staff, the Taylor Police Department and the Taylor Fire Department for their awesome presentation assuring our staff, students and parents that schools will be a safe environment for our students to get their education and participate in school activities. 08/20/2022 07:11 AM