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CHAMBER 1 Thursday 5 p.m. Ribbon cutting at RE/Max Commercial, 906 N. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

Chamber seeks

Chamber seeks 2023 Ambassadors

When we revamped the Chamber Ambassador program earlier this year, we had no idea the promise it would hold. We have had 10 greencoats this year who have spread Chamber cheer, checked in on members and learned about how the Chamber does what it does and why. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

The Fellowship Church Chamber Ambassadors and supporters celebrated a ribbon cutting at The Fellowship Church, __________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________

RIBBON CUTTINGS

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Gov. Greg Abbott (sitting, centered) begins a press conference to announce the Samsung investment in Taylor at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin Nov. 23, 2021. Photo by Jason Hennington

E-EDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Here is a recap of what was featured in the Wednesday, Nov. 23, e-edition of the Taylor Press. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

Heather Hennington will celebrate her 38th birthday Nov. 28. She enjoyed being with her family bowling and going to Dave and Busters over the Thanksgiving holidays. She is the daughter of Ronald and Brenda Hennington of Taylor.

Hennington birthday

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Doris Milton Guyton recently celebrated his 70th birthday. He was born Nov. 21, 1952, to Doris Milton Guyton Sr. and Erna Jean Pleasant in Taylor.

Guyton birthday

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Author Ruth Doan MacDougall (center), Taylor High School librarian Lynn Butler (left) and editor Jennifer Davis-Kay chat during a 2021 visit at the author’s home. Courtesy photos

From Fan to Friend

When Taylor High School librarian Lynn Butler was a teenager, she loved reading realistic fiction and historical fiction. She sought out books about high schoolers, just like herself and her friends. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

City to mull restricted growth sector Nov. 29

City to mull restricted growth sector Nov. 29

The City of Taylor is inviting residents to a public meeting to discuss the restricted growth sector, as an update to the Envision Taylor Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

The Philhower family (from left) Grace, Daniel, KatiAnn and Tanner. Courtesy photo

Granite Media head reflects on one-year anniversary

When Daniel Philhower and his wife first came to Taylor in 2004, they thought it was a perfect fit for them. “We found everything we need is right here in Taylor,” said Philhower, the owner, president and CEO of Granite Media Partners, Inc., the parent company of the Taylor Press and East Wilco Insider. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

Hutto ISD asks state for more money

Hutto ISD asks state for more money

HUTTO – More funding for growing districts and a better method of assessing student progress are among the top issues facing local and regional schools as Texas prepares for its 88th legislative session next year. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

Two parades proceeding as planned

Two parades proceeding as planned

Despite the controversy, the Taylor Area Ministerial Alliance and the city of Taylor are moving forward with their plans for two separate parades next Saturday. TAMA’s Taylor Christmas Parade of Lights and the city’s Very Merry Holiday Parade are both slated for 7 p.m. 11/26/2022 12:00 AM

Loud & Gaudy Ugly Sweater Party focused on a good cause

Loud & Gaudy Ugly Sweater Party focused on a good cause

“Frivolous, fun and happy.” That is how organizer Shay Jung, the founder of Wilco Art Lab, describes the upcoming Loud & Gaudy Ugly Sweater Party and teddy bear drive she is organizing from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday Dec. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Heritage Square Farmers Market The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. in Taylor. For updates, visit https://www. facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 11/23/2022 07:12 AM