Bryan filmmaker brings Milton Hershey’s story to the big screen

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - After five years of writing, planning and production, Bryan resident Sharon Paul is ready to share a story she believes was made for the big screen. “Hershey,” a new film written and produced by Paul, tells the story of chocolate maker Milton Hershey, who built a candy empire after multiple business failures. It opens in theaters nationwide Nov. 25.

Brenham Heritage Museum’s ‘Cisterns and Secrets’ gala tops $100K

BRENHAM — Dressed in sharp tuxedos, elegant evening gowns, and ornate masquerade masks, approximately 175 guests gathered for the Brenham Heritage Museum’s annual fall gala, embracing a dramatic secret-society theme dubbed “Cisterns and Secrets.”. The celebration marked a major fundraising milestone, officially crossing the $100,000 threshold to...

This Old-Fashioned Texas Cafe Has Nearly A Century Of Stories Hanging On Its Walls

Napoleon memorabilia and Egyptian artifacts share a building with a plate of chicken fried steak. That pairing alone made me stop and read twice. The museum sits right beside the dining room, so you can wander through history while your breakfast cooks. Flags, display cases, and odd treasures fill the space. I like how nobody seems to mind that the collection jumps across centuries and continents.

Farwell Street right-of-way abandoned for restaurant parking expansion

BRENHAM — The Brenham City Council approved an ordinance on first reading Thursday to abandon a 0.06-acre portion of the Farwell Street right of way, clearing the way for a local Mexican restaurant to expand and pave its parking facilities. The request stems from recent predevelopment discussions between city...

Nam Cafe Plots Third Location, Brings Pho and a New Bar to Downtown Bryan

Nam Cafe, the Vietnamese restaurant that has served College Station for eight years, is expanding into Downtown Bryan with its third location, set to open at 112 South Main Street. The new spot will sit next to the Queen Theatre and across from Carnegie Library, and plans call for it to include a bar alongside the restaurant's usual menu.

Toddler playground approved by city

BRENHAM — Jackson Street Park will soon feature brand-new playground equipment tailored specifically for toddlers and young children, following unanimous approval by the Brenham City Council on Thursday. The council authorized the purchase and installation of a playground designed for children ages 2 to 5 from GameTime through representative...

These 11 Texas Kolache Bakeries Draw Lines Out The Door Before The Sun Comes Up

One kolache shop in a big Texas city unlocks its doors at 4 a.m. on weekdays. Four. In the morning. And it is not even the only bakery on this list racing the sunrise. I love how a humble Czech pastry became a Texas road trip ritual. One of these bakeries has been rolling dough since 1956.

People Drive Miles To Stock Up On Homemade Breads And Jams At This Texas Amish Store

Cheese curds, a jam called F.R.O.G., and a scoop of ice cream to reset your taste buds between samples. That’s a perfectly normal Saturday shopping trip at one small, cheese-packed Texas shop. The shelves hold scorpion cheddar, blueberry cheese, Amish butter, local honey, and jars of pickled just about...

AgriLife Extension Welcomes Beekeeping Expert

What Worker Bee Monica Siwiak Is Bringing to Her New Colony. Link to story received from media relations for Texas A&M AgriLife – Email: news@ag.tamu.edu. Story comes from AgriLife Today – Texas A&M AgriLife’s Digital Magazine and Newsroom. Monica Siwiak, a self-proclaimed honey nerd, began her beekeeping...

Gobble, gobble: C&J Barbeque piles Thanksgiving onto Texas toast for November’s sandwich of the month

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by C&J Barbeque. C&J Barbeque is serving a Thanksgiving sandwich as its sandwich of the month for November, with ingredients taken from a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Owner Justin Manning described how the sandwich is made and...

Forget The Zoo, This Texas Ranch Lets You Meet Fluffy Mini Highland Cows Up Close

At a charming Texas ranch, cuddling fluffy miniature Highland cows is just the beginning of an unforgettable getaway. Milk & Honey Ranch in Burton offers special animal encounters where visitors can pet, brush, and spend time with these adorable shaggy cows, making it a dream destination for animal lovers. But...

Plenty of Turkeys This Thanksgiving as Wholesale Prices Hold Steady

Link to story received from media relations for Texas A&M AgriLife – Email: news@ag.tamu.edu. Story comes from AgriLife Today – Texas A&M AgriLife’s Digital Magazine and Newsroom. Shoppers should find plenty of turkeys, with more sales, at grocery stores this Thanksgiving, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension...

De Baca Steakhouse owner says restaurant is for regular visits, not just special occasions

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by De Baca Steakhouse. De Baca Steakhouse in South College Station is building its menu around game meats, owner Jim Baca said. Baca said the restaurant is meant for regular visits and not only special occasions.

You Can Walk, Jog, Or Bike Through One Of Texas’ Most Remarkable Urban Forests On This Scenic Trail

Spring Creek Greenway is a protected forest corridor in the Houston suburbs, with plans to eventually extend more than 40 miles along Spring Creek. Planners call it the longest connected urban forest in the United States. That sounds like a stretch, but the map backs it up. The corridor follows...

Houston native promoted to anchor at Texas CBS station

She first joined the station as a college intern and has quickly moved up the ranks.

First United Methodist Church of College Station to host Manna Market grocery giveaway

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - The First United Methodist Church of College Station is hosting its monthly food distribution event Saturday to help residents dealing with food insecurity. The church is located off Wellborn Road near the Texas A&M campus. It will hold its Manna Market beginning at 11:30 a.m....

This tiny Texas town has two famous pie shops, and travelers drive hours for a slice

Texas – The porch is a good place to begin. In Round Top, Texas, a slice of pie isn’t always something you rush through at the end of a meal. It can be the reason you sit a little longer, talk to people you didn’t know an hour ago, and wonder why an afternoon in a town with only a small resident population feels so satisfying.

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8 Old-School Texas Cafes Where The Homemade Pie Is Worth The Drive

Ready to find the best homemade pie in Texas worth a road trip?. These 8 old-school cafes serve up comfort food and slices that’ll make you want to come back for more!. 1. Royer’s Round Top Café (Round Top) Let’s be honest about something important here.