Bowie: Come for the Giant Knife; Stay for the Friendly Folks
The World’s Largest Bowie Knife stands on the main road to Bowie from US 287’s high-speed bypass. Dedicated in ... Read More »
The Green Apple Art Center Brings Texas Music to Main Street in Eden
At first glance, the small town of Eden on the edge of West Texas may seem an unlikely spot for live music. With ... Read More »
Lukas Nelson Jumps out of Willie’s Shadow
Lukas Nelson comes by his success honestly; never mind that his father happens to be one of Texas’ most beloved ... Read More »
Four Wildflower-Focused Texas Road Trips (Plus Guaranteed Photo Ops)
At Texas Highways, we’ve learned a few things over the years about spring wildflowers in Texas: We have lots of them, many kinds, all over the place. We’ve learned this, too: Once Mother Nature shakes off winter’s chill, there’s no better way to celebrate the new season than with a wildflower-focused road trip. Read More »
Murphy’s Steakhouse Tuscan Rib-Eye Recipe
Place steak in a sealable container. Mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, and garlic together, then pour over steak to marinate an hour or longer. Heat grill pan over medium-high heat. Read More »
It’s Hard to Be Stressed-Out in a Hammock
The sky’s a bruised black and a north wind scatters leaves as I step inside the Kammok Gear Shop at the corner of E. 7th Street and Navasota in Austin. I’m a devoted hammock-camper, and I’m here to accessorize for the elements. Glancing around the shop is like doing a face-plant in a rainbow: Hammocks of several sizes hang vertically against the wall in neon streams of electric orange, turquoise, gold, and purple. Against the back wall, I spot just what I need: a Koala underquilt to sling below my hammock and a Firebelly trail quilt to keep me toasty on top. Read More »
Big Squeeze Contest Seeks Young Accordionists Across Texas
Attention accordion players and fans! The Big Squeeze Accordion Contest returns in February with 10 ... Read More »
5 Romantic Places in Texas to Spend Valentine’s Day
With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, the Texas Highways editors wanted to know: What are the most romantic ... Read More »
Show Us Texas Through Your Eyes-And Camera Lens
Texas Highways readers are a special breed. Not only are most of you born-and-raised here (or wise transplants), ... Read More »
Where to Celebrate Mardi Gras 2018 in Texas
Texans will have their own slice of N’awlins at Mardi Gras festivities across the state. (more…) Read More »
Vote: What is the Most Romantic Spot in Texas?
As Valentine's Day approaches, we've got love on our brains. (more…) Read More »
“300 Years of San Antonio History: Confluence and Culture”
The Alamo City celebrates its 300th birthday in 2018—a yearlong fête involving nearly 700 partner events that ... Read More »
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