Stars Shine Bright in Dark Sky Parks
Written by Lois Rodriguez | Published August 6, 2014
Stargazing can be an out-of-this-world experience, but here in Texas, there are a few places that are able to magnify…
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Tour Caprock Canyons State Park by Shuttle
Written by Lois Rodriguez | Published July 30, 2014
Now being spotted at Caprock Canyons State Park: the Doodlebug.
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Indulge in Houston Restaurant Weeks this August
Written by James Rambin | Published July 29, 2014
Houston Restaurant Weeks returns in August, and this year, the annual charity dining event has brunch on the brain.
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Sea Rim State Park celebrates grand reopening
Written by James Rambin | Published July 22, 2014
After years of recovery from hurricane damage, Sea Rim State Park on the upper Texas coast is celebrating its grand…
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Lajitas gets its goat
Written by Courtney Ley | Published July 18, 2014
After going without a four-legged mayor for several years, the unincorporated community of Lajitas has a new goat at the…
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Happy Birthday Woody Guthrie!
Written by Matt Joyce | Published July 15, 2014
Happy Birthday to Woody Guthrie! The folk troubadour was born on this day in 1912 in Okemah, Oklahoma. At the…
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Shuffle out west for Viva Big Bend Music Fest
Written by Matt Joyce | Published July 7, 2014
The Texas music scene is heading out west later this month—or at least a big chunk of it. About 55…
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Paddling trails, galore!
Written by Lois Rodriguez | Published July 7, 2014
Kayaking and canoeing are as popular as ever, as proven by the hot spots that get pretty crowded over the…
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New plate pays for parks
Written by James Rambin | Published July 3, 2014
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has introduced its first new conservation-themed specialty license plate design in a more than…
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2014 Peach Harvest in Full Effect
Written by Courtney Ley | Published July 3, 2014
Unlike last year when many Texas peach orchards struggled to survive the unusual, late-season freeze, recent rains have proven that…
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"In the Company of Cats and Dogs" at the Blanton
Written by Grace Carrier | Published July 2, 2014
An aloof cat contemplates the purpose of art in society; dripping-wet otterhounds partake in a moment of respite from their…
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Fourth of July Recipes
Written by Courtney Ley | Published July 1, 2014
July 4th celebrations are all about family, friends, fireworks and food. While we can't help you with the first three…
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