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Cattle drives to barbed wire: What Texas looked like during the Gilded Age

Mark Twain forever immortalized the post-Civil War era with his novel The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today. Over 150 years later and the term Gilded Age still draws imagery of enormous wealth and extreme poverty in the U.S., but it also happened to coincide with the Old West. Season...

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Check Out the Playlist for Our New Book

Our latest book, “America Obscura: An Explorer’s Guide to the Hidden Wonders of the United States,” has just been published. But it doesn’t just take you to Texas or Maine or Michigan. It takes you to a town called Hell, to a desert in one of the greenest states, to a sundial on the exact spot where America’s day begins, and to a seven-story Jesus nicknamed “Our Milk Carton with Arms.”

Texas · 12h
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Texas is hiding 10 ghost towns where entire communities vanished and history still lingers

Forgotten places scattered across the Lone Star State preserve unique historical architecture, reflecting pivotal moments of former industrial and commercial expansion. Institutional archives document how economic shifts, route bypasses and natural disasters shaped the sudden decline of thriving regional hubs. Cultural historians highlight the educational value of visiting abandoned settlements...

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Christmas Lights Wrap Texas Communities at These 7 Holiday Drives Worth Planning Now

At one Texas holiday display, more than five million lights cover a two-mile drive that ends in a glowing tunnel. Halfway through, families can park for carnival rides and a walk through an illuminated forest. It’s a little more ambitious than circling the block to see a neighbor’s decorations....

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San Antonio Express News

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Pat Green's new live album tips its hat to Jerry Jeff Walker's '¡Viva Terlingua!'

The Texas music star was joined by Ray Wylie Hubbard and Jerry Jeff Walker's son for Luckenbach concerts.

Texas · 3h

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Locals Will Travel Miles Just To Eat At These 10 No-Frills Texas BBQ Joints

Looking for no-frills Texas BBQ joints that locals will travel miles to reach?. These 10 spots serve up smoky, fall-off-the-bone meat and honest Texas flavor that makes every trip worthwhile!. 1. Stanley’s Famous Pit Barbecue (Tyler) Stanley’s Famous Pit Barbecue in Tyler has a neon sign out front that...

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The 10th Annual Texas Country Music Awards Went Down At Billy Bob’s & Aaron Watson Is Your 2026 Entertainer Of The Year

The 10th annual Texas Country Music Awards took place on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Billy Bob’s Texas in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. It was presented by the Texas Country Music Association (TCMA) and Cowboy Capital Ventures. Performances included Kristen Kelly, Kylie Frey, Phil Hamilton, Hayden Haddock, Darren Morris, Hayden Baker, and Wynn Williams.

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Country Herald

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Texas Christmas Movie Contest: Win $2,500, Apply by Dec. 6

Texas Christmas movie fans can enter a nationwide contest offering $2,500 cash and a charity donation.

Texas · 1d

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TENN TEXAS CALLS ON CMA TO HONOR LIVING COUNTRY MUSIC LEGENDS

November 8, 2026 — Tenn Texas™ is calling on the Country Music Association (CMA) to clarify its red carpet selection process and give meaningful recognition to living artists who continue to preserve the grassroots of country music. The call follows public statements from Sammy Kershaw and Rodney Atkins...

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4 Old Texas Dance Halls Where You Still Get A Plate Of Barbecue Before The Two-Step

In Texas, a good night out often starts at a long table with a plate of brisket and ends on a wooden dance floor. A handful of old halls still keep both traditions under one roof, so you never have to choose between supper and a song. These four spots...

Fort Worth, TX · 1d

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Voice of Texas Veterans Highlights Veterans Day, Employment Opportunities, and Buddy Checks

Sunday’s edition of Voice of Texas Veterans with Julia Conner, heard every Sunday at 3:30 p.m. on KNCT, focused on the upcoming Veterans Day observance, employment resources for transitioning service members, and the importance of staying connected with fellow veterans. Produced by the Texas Veterans Commission, the program opened...

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Thought Catalog

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Roseanne Barr Asked Texans for a Ken Paxton Win as Her Birthday Gift. He Lost on Her Birthday.

James Talarico won Texas’s U.S. Senate race on November 3, the day Roseanne Barr turned 74, after she’d asked voters to make a Ken Paxton victory her birthday gift.

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Texas created friendly film environment for final season of ‘The Chosen,’ crew says

Texas’ reputation as a major hub for film and television continues to grow as the state creates a positive work environment for newer projects, according to local film crews. Lone Star filmmakers are more focused on sharing joyful energy in comparison to other major U.S. film areas like New...

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Dino World

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Ancient Footprints in Texas Reveal Complex Social Structures Among Herbivores

When you think about footprints, you probably picture the shallow impressions left in beach sand, gone with the next wave. Now imagine those same impressions surviving not for hours, but for over 110 million years, locked deep inside limestone rock beneath the Texas soil. That’s precisely what researchers and volunteers have been uncovering across Central ... Read more

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Jerry and Wanda Hanszen Inducted into Texas Radio Hall of Fame

CARTHAGE, Texas — For decades, Jerry and Wanda Hanszen have dedicated their lives to serving East Texas through local broadcasting. On Saturday, November 7, 2026, their commitment to radio, community, and the people of East Texas received one of the industry's highest honors. The longtime owners of KGAS Radio...

Carthage, TX · 1d

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Christmas Carousel brings holiday cheer to Abilene

ABILENE, Texas — Holiday shopping took on a greater purpose at the 45th annual Christmas Carousel, where more than 65 vendors gathered at the Abilene Convention Center to support programs benefiting children and families across the Big Country. Hosted by the Junior League of Abilene from November 5–8, this...

Abilene, TX · 1d

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Outlaws & Legends announces star-studded lineup for 16th anniversary Abilene festival

Abilene, Texas — The Outlaws & Legends Music Festival is returning to Abilene in 2027 for its 16th anniversary, bringing a mix of country, rock, blues and Americana artists to the Big Country. Festival founder and country music artist Mark Powell announced the lineup Thursday. The two-day festival is...

Abilene, TX · 4d

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Balloon Fest returns to Abilene this weekend with rides, launches and entertainment

ABILENE, Texas — Balloon Fest is returning to Abilene this weekend, Nov. 6-7, bringing hot air balloons, food and entertainment back to the city. The event is scheduled for 2250 E.N. 10th St. in Abilene, with activities planned from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Abilene, TX · 4d

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Abilene H-E-B celebrates 35 years of serving the community

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene H-E-B celebrated 35 years of serving the community Saturday morning, inviting customers and community members to join in the milestone. The celebration kicked off with a performance by the Abilene High School cheer team. The store also recognized 13 longtime employees, known as partners, who have been with H-E-B since […]

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