Liberty Hill digest
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PUBLISHER
Cathy Payne
Like many of the best in her craft, Cathy has a specialized degree—in her case, hard science—and a gift for writing. She found her voice and fulfillment reporting and writing news and magazine features for a regional Central Texas audience. Along with serving as the publisher of the Liberty Hill Digest, Cathy oversees multiple magazines, marketing campaigns, and books.
FROM THE EDITORS Dear Readers, This month, we're pleased to present a diverse array of stories that capture the essence of the season and life in Liberty Hill. If you’re one of our readers who goes straight to the recipe page, we have a mouth-watering journey through international food traditions that pay tribute to some of the flavors that make the holiday special around the world.
SENIOR WRITERS / COPY EDITORS Ann Marie Kennon Charlotte Kovalchuk CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Linda A. Thornton Rachel Strickland GRAPHICS & DESIGN Sandra Evans Zion Eaton CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Christina Tucker Christianna Bettis DIRECTOR OF SALES • Allison Smith IT/WEBMASTER • Jesse Payne CONSULTANT • W. Ben Daniel
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Next, we invite you on a picturesque journey on five "Christmas Town" road trips. These enchanting destinations, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, offer a magical escape into the holiday spirit. This feature includes must-visit towns you can enjoy on a day trip, and tips for making the most of your adventure. In local news, we're excited to introduce our ISD’s new police chief, Chris Rybarski. Not only does he have a great vision for the future of our schools and students, he is a Liberty Hill graduate himself, which means he already has a sense of the community and know-how to build relationships with our next generation. Art enthusiasts will be thrilled with our piece on talented local chalk artist Anita Laurentz. Her stunning, ephemeral creations transform ordinary pavements into extraordinary works of art and, as a teacher at LHHS, she is delighted that her art is also inspiring her students to create their own vivid masterpieces. Lastly, we're honored to spotlight the Liberty Hill Belles & Stars’ remarkable trip and performance in the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, showcasing their talent and making us proud on a national stage. As we wrap up another year, this issue reflects the warmth, creativity, and resilience of our community. Whether you're cozied up at home or out embracing the winter wonderland, we hope our stories bring you joy and inspiration. Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year to all our readers!
