Our State Fair is a Great State Fair
The State Fair of Texas runs from September 29-October 22 this year featuring exhibitions,...
Texas Rangers Established
November 24 is the “official” birthday of the Texas Rangers, though the Rangers had...
The Marfa Lights
While we’re on the topic of unexplained light phenomena, the Marfa Lights have been...
The Saratoga Light
Every once in a while, near the Old Bragg Road that runs through the...
Texas’ “Yellow Rose”
Emily West is one of my favorite heroines of Texas History, and it’s fitting...
Sam Houston’s Baptism
On this day in 1854, Texas hero Sam Houston joined Independence Baptist Church and...
Famous Texans with November Birthdays
Many famous Texans (or “adopted” Texans) were born in the month of November. Check...
Reminder: Holiday Fundraiser
You still have time! If you are part of a civic, heritage, or historical...
The Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering
Field Trip! The 31st annual Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering and Western Swing Festival will be...
Does Your Non-Profit Need a Fundraising Event?
Does Your Civic or Cultural Non-Profit Need a Fundraising Event? Last week I told...