Dress up as Chuck Norris, then Run with the Man Himself
We’ve all had that dream. You know, the one where you dress up as Chuck Norris to run a 5-kilometer race and then celebrate your achievement with “Walker, Texas Ranger” himself. Well, the BCS (Bryan-College Station) Marathon is giving us the chance to live our dream with the CForce Chuck Norris 5K on May 4. Norris will be on hand for the race, both to give an encouraging speech before the starting whistle and to high-five runners as they cross the finish line. Read More »
An East Coaster Learns to Live in (And Love) the Wide-Open Space of West Texas
Seven years ago, I thought of Texas primarily as an obstacle, a mind-numbingly long stretch of highway between ... Read More »
Historian and Author Lonn Taylor on Growing up in the Philippines and Settling in the Big Bend
Now 78 years old, Taylor is an old-fashioned raconteur with a bushy mustache, Stetson Open Road hat, and an assortment of snappy bow ties. He’s also the author of more than half a dozen books and a historian who draws inspiration from his adopted home of the Big Bend. Read More »
A Tropical Winter Weekend Getaway in Harlingen
The business loop of US 77 running through Harlingen is called Sunshine Strip, and the name couldn’t be more accurate. Harlingen boasts February highs of around 73 degrees and an average of only three days of rain for the entire month. For decades, snowbirds from across the United States and Canada have made the city a winter home; the airport even has seasonal direct flights from Minneapolis, Chicago, and Denver. Read More »
The Inspiring Story Behind Big Bend National Park’s Founding 6 Days After D-Day
Seventy-five years ago this summer, the country was gripped by news of the Allied invasion of Nazi- occupied Europe. But even at the height of the conflict, the commander-in-chief could not resist turning his attention, at least for a few minutes, to West Texas. On June 6, 1944, President Roosevelt met with a Texas delegation to discuss the future of what would become Big Bend National Park. Six days later, he signed legislation establishing it, capping a decades-long effort to preserve a state and national treasure. Read More »
Best of the Rest: Big Bend for Everyone Photo Gallery
In our February 2019 issue, Senior Editor Matt Joyce shared 3 ways anyone can easily enjoy Big Bend National Park, even visitors who aren't experienced outdoorsmen. These are some of our favorite photos from photographer Sean Fitzgerald that we didn't have room for in the issue. Read More »
Culinary Institute of America Opens New Restaurant at its San Antonio Campus
For a sneak peek of up-and-coming culinary talent, make plans to visit Savor in San Antonio. The restaurant opened Jan. 22 inside the Texas campus of the Culinary Institute of America at the Pearl entertainment district. Led by professional instructors, students working toward associate degrees prepare and serve local and seasonal, “modern American” food that draws from various cultures they’ve studied, from Asian to European cuisine. Read More »
Dreaming of a Texas Summer at The Texas Pool in Plano
Texans are known for their appetite for all things Texan. In Plano, serious Lone Star lovers can take their ... Read More »
Fort Worth Makes List of ‘Underappreciated’ Cities to Visit
We wouldn't exactly call Fort Worth "underappreciated." With its cowboy culture and world-class museums, ... Read More »
Jan. 20 Marks 50 Years Since LBJ’s Return to Texas
Fifty years ago this Sunday, a crowd gathered at Austin’s Bergstrom Air Force Base with handwritten signs ... Read More »
Find Relics of Rural Justice in Guidebook to Texas’ Tiny Jails
Long before the tiny home craze, Texas was home to an abundance of tiny jails. A night in the slammer was ... Read More »
Big Bend and Other National Parks Feel the Pinch as Federal Shutdown Persists
The government shutdown is limiting operations at Big Bend National Park and other Texas national parks, while some National Park Service properties in are closed because of the shutdown. Read More »
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