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Albert Ray Garcia

Albert Ray Garcia

Albert Ray Garcia, 49, passed away June 19, 2022, at his home. He was born June 2, 1973, in Taylor, to Esther Alderete and Albert Ray Garcia, Sr. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Tomasa Yannis

Tomasa Yannis, 67, of Taylor, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 7, 1955, in Taylor, to Jovita Flores and Santos Yannis. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Gerald Anderson stands next to a statue of his great uncle Bill Pickett and thanks the community for the support to finally have the statue placed in downtown.

The legendary: Bill Pickett

Willie M. “Bill” Pickett (1870-1932), from Taylor, was a cowboy, rodeo, Wild West show performer and actor. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM 1

Although they are dressed like a clown, the bullfighter’s job is to distract the bull after a rider has fallen off. The clown’s job is to keep the crowd entertained. Photo by Larry Pelchat

BULLFIGHTERS AND CLOWNS

When the rodeo comes to town, so do the clowns and the bullfighters. But what is the difference? Many years ago, a rodeo clown and a bullfighter were basically the same. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Western Flair crosses all borders

Western Flair crosses all borders

TAYLOR – The Taylor Rodeo is an event that inspires all cowboys-atheart to bring out the straw hats, fancy snap shirts and cowboy boots. Western wear is a uniquely American cultural icon whose popularity spans the globe. Though some fashion details have changed, it is at its core apparel made for the difficult outdoor lifestyle of a cowboy. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Taylor ISD school board members congratulate the district’s Teachers of the Year. Award recipients from left are Jennifer Lindquist, Jean Barnett, Trent Whitney, Cynthia Rios, Lynn Bedard, Briana Bohac and Laura Sanchez. Photo by Tim Crow

Taylor ISD names Teachers of the Year

Art teacher Jean Barnett is Taylor High School’s Teacher of the Year. She loves watching her students grow and says that she learns from them as they learn from her. Being able to watch their artistic journey over their high school career is something she calls, “super special.” 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

STRAPPED FOR CASH

STRAPPED FOR CASH

In an effort to help collect donations, Chad Tywater, Walmart store manager, was taped to a pole Saturday, July 9. Tywater and other employees were strapped to the pole to raise money for Dell’s Children’s Hospital. Each employee who was taped to the pole had to collect more money than their previous co-worker. Photo by Jason Hennington 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Harding University is located in Searcy, Arkansas. Photo by Jeff Montgomery

Granger resident on dean’s list

A Granger resident is among more than 1,200 Harding University students included on the dean’s list for grades achieved during the spring 2022 semester. Dallas Fuller, a sophomore studying biochemistry and molecular biology, is a student from Granger who earned a spot on the dean’s roster. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Anita Volek serves up a sample of dressing and gravy at this year’s Food Dudes event, sponsored by the TEE Foundation. Photo by Tim Crow

Anita Allen Volek has been an active supporter of the Taylor Educational Enrichment (TEE) Foundation since it’s reactivation in 2016. Awarding grants during Mallard Mania has been one of her all-time favorite events, and she and husband Dannie have participated in Food Dudes, most recently serving up Dannie’s homemade dressing from an old Volek family recipe. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

The Rev. Terry Pierce of St. James Episcopal Church helps her godson deliver a basket of donations. Courtesy photos

There is always, always, always something to be thankful for. We asked you to send us your shoutouts and here is what was submitted to us for this week. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Family reunion next Saturday

Family reunion next Saturday

The Hobbs-Smith Family Reunion will be held Saturday, July 23, at the Lawhon Springs School Museum. The Lawhon Springs School is now a museum and will be the permanent home for the Hobbs-Smith Reunion. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

Stiles Farm is located at 5700 FM 1063 in Thrall. Courtesy photo

Hemp Day at Stiles Farm set for July 22

The 2nd Annual Fiber Hemp Field Day will be Friday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Stiles Farm Foundation Headquarters, 5700 FM 1063 in Thrall. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

CIVIC ORGANIZATION MEETINGS

KIWANIS CLUB • Meets every Wednesday at noon at Sirloin Stockade, 3607 N. Main St. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

HERITAGE SQUARE FARMERS MARKET The Farmers Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

PUBLIC MEETINGS

PUBLIC MEETINGS

TAYLOR CITY COUNCIL Second/Fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 400 Porter St. 07/16/2022 06:06 AM

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