Meaningful enough, in fact, that now that the Texanist thinks about it, it is a little strange that the Lone Star State has no officially recognized aroma. After all, we have a state small mammal (the ...

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When it comes to the builders of modern Houston, the guys, naturally, get most of the credit. There are the philanthropic foundations still thriving thanks to the oil fortunes of wildcatter Hugh Roy ...

The Tex-Mexplainer series explores the ingredients, techniques, history, and culture of Mexican food in Texas. At 91 years old, Emilio Apodaca continues his longtime weekly routine of purchasing large ...

Ten plant and animal species that are endangered in Texas.

When Arin Smith was growing up in Stonewall, near Fredericksburg, her annual Peach JAMboree routine never changed. Friday ...

Serious questions hang over next month’s World Cup. Will extortionate ticket prices keep out ordinary fans? Will America’s ...

We report on vital issues from politics to education and are the indispensable authority on the Texas scene, covering everything from music to cultural events with insightful recommendations.

David Holbrook pulls double duty in Kermit, where he’s an elected official and the owner of Poor Daddy’s Smokehouse BBQ, ...

Another instant-classic spot to enjoy the best chicken-fried steak in town.

In an era of assassinations and political chaos, a rustic ranch an hour and a half southeast of Dallas offers a new way to ...

The Texas Legislature has poured more than a billion dollars into fortifying schools against violent threats. It will never ...