Your baby’s milestones deserve to be celebrated. Apparently, Whataburger and Buc-ee’s agree
| March 5, 2026
Affordability | baby book battle | baby milestones | brand loyalty | Buc-ee’s | Buc-ee’s versus Whataburger baby book battle | central texas | Community | CULTURE | East Texas | FAMILY | food & drink | food and drink | fun | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | North Texas | reading | SHOPPING | south texas | STATE | TEXAS | whataburger
Buc-ee’s and Whataburger both sell ABCs baby books, among other themed gifts. Which will you take home to show your brand loyalty?
‘Late Night Talking?’ More like late night shopping—Harry Styles pop-up lands in Houston
| March 4, 2026
CULTURE | harry styles | Harry Styles Houston pop-up shop | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | pop-up | SHOPPING
A Harry Styles pop-up will take place in Houston this weekend. Here are all the details.
The 6 best experiences at Hopscotch in San Antonio (ranked by how much they make me smile)
| March 4, 2026
Art | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | food & drink | food and drink | HARDGATE | Hopscotch | immersive art | SATX | THINGS TO DO
Hopscotch is an immersive art experience spanning 20,000 square feet. Discover the top exhibits within the space and what to expect during your visit.
James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in US Senate primary
| March 4, 2026
The 36-year-old Presbyterian seminarian and former middle school teacher will face X in the general election on Nov. 3.
Gina Hinojosa wins Democratic primary for Texas Governor
| March 3, 2026
She will face Republican incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott in the general election on Nov. 3.
Collin County breaks early voting record as Election Day arrives
| March 3, 2026
collin county | Community | DALLAS | democrat | DFW | DFW-hardgate | early voting | early voting 2026 | hand-marked ballot | LIFESTYLE | local politics | NATIONAL NEWS | republican | voter turnout
Early voters in Collin County broke records ahead of today’s primary. Here’s what you need to know.
The history of Texas Longhorn cattle: From Christopher Columbus to a record Fort Worth sale
| March 3, 2026
american history | animals | CULTURE | FAMILY | FARMING | FORT WORTH | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | Local news | San Antonio | STATE | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | Texas Lead Story | University of Texas at Austin
Texas Longhorn cattle have a rich, centuries-long history that has led to the prestigious state icon they are today.
Black female-led developer plans $130M investment in South Dallas
| March 3, 2026
Airborne at University Hills | Community | DALLAS | development | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | ECONOMY | GROWTH | South Dallas | The Valor Hotel | University of North Texas at Dallas | Women Breaking Ground
Women Breaking Ground, a Black female-led development group, announced plans for a new $130 million project in South Dallas. Here are all the details.
Taylor Sheridan’s new Samuel L. Jackson series lands in Frisco
| March 3, 2026
CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | film industry | frisco | frisco king | LIFESTYLE | Samuel L. Jackson | taylor sheridan | tulsa king | TV productions | tv shows
Taylor Sheridan is setting his newest show in Frisco. Here’s everything you need to know.
Young Houston voters push for new leadership in a tense election year
| March 2, 2026
As early voting closes ahead of Texas’ primary elections, some Houston-area voters say they are approaching the candidates with a renewed sense of urgency, citing concerns ranging from immigration and public education to civil rights and community safety. Roughly 270,000 people cast early ballots in Harris County for the March 3 primary, combining both in‑person […]
Sidewalk-mapping robots help Burleson build a blueprint for ADA accessibility
| March 2, 2026
ADA | Burleson | Community | Daxbot | DFW | DFW-hardgate | EQUALITY | FORT WORTH | LIFESTYLE | people with disabilities | robots | SAFETY | sidewalks | walkability
Daxbot robots have been mapping Burleson’s sidewalks to assist in the city’s ADA transition plan. Here’s what to know.
7 Tejanas who shaped history
| March 2, 2026
Adela Sloss Vento | american history | Art | arts | celebrities | Community | CULTURE | diversity | EDUCATION | Emma Tenayuca | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | Gloria Anzaldúa | HARDGATE | History | Jovita Idár | Laura Canales | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | local artists | Lydia Mendoza | MEXICAN CULTURE | News | San Antonio | Selena Quintanilla | Tejanas | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY
Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember. Check out these seven examples from the music world to politics.
‘Carry one another’s burden’: Texas pastor marches 90 miles to protest ICE detentions
| February 27, 2026
child detainees | detention center | Dilley Immigration Processing Center | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | ICE | IMMIGRATION | religion | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story
Garcia, pastor of the immigrant-led Roca de Refugio Church, has seen 18 members of her congregation detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since last May. To her, the nearly 26 miles she walks each day pale in comparison to what detainees are enduring.
Watch the Texas primary election results roll in at these watch parties around the state
| February 27, 2026
2026 Election | 2026 elections | election | election 2026 | elections | local election | Local Elections/Officials | local politics | political | politics | TEXAS | TEXAS POLITICS
If you’re looking for a spot to watch primary election results come in, keep reading to find your nearest watch party.
A new public art gallery makes its home in Dallas Arts Tower
| February 27, 2026
art installations | ArtWorks | Community | CULTURE | DALLAS | dallas art tower | DFW | DFW-hardgate | downtown dallas | ENTERTAINMENT | LIFESTYLE | local artists
The Dallas Arts Tower is set to open a public art gallery featuring pieces from local artists. The first exhibit begins March 5.
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Collin County breaks early voting record as Election Day arrives
| March 3, 2026
collin county | Community | DALLAS | democrat | DFW | DFW-hardgate | early voting | early voting 2026 | hand-marked ballot | LIFESTYLE | local politics | NATIONAL NEWS | republican | voter turnout
Early voters in Collin County broke records ahead of today’s primary. Here’s what you need to know.
The history of Texas Longhorn cattle: From Christopher Columbus to a record Fort Worth sale
| March 3, 2026
american history | animals | CULTURE | FAMILY | FARMING | FORT WORTH | HARDGATE | History | LIFESTYLE | Local news | San Antonio | STATE | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | Texas Lead Story | University of Texas at Austin
Texas Longhorn cattle have a rich, centuries-long history that has led to the prestigious state icon they are today.
Black female-led developer plans $130M investment in South Dallas
| March 3, 2026
Airborne at University Hills | Community | DALLAS | development | DFW | DFW Lead Story | DFW-hardgate | ECONOMY | GROWTH | South Dallas | The Valor Hotel | University of North Texas at Dallas | Women Breaking Ground
Women Breaking Ground, a Black female-led development group, announced plans for a new $130 million project in South Dallas. Here are all the details.
Taylor Sheridan’s new Samuel L. Jackson series lands in Frisco
| March 3, 2026
CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | DFW-hardgate | ENTERTAINMENT | film industry | frisco | frisco king | LIFESTYLE | Samuel L. Jackson | taylor sheridan | tulsa king | TV productions | tv shows
Taylor Sheridan is setting his newest show in Frisco. Here’s everything you need to know.
Sidewalk-mapping robots help Burleson build a blueprint for ADA accessibility
| March 2, 2026
ADA | Burleson | Community | Daxbot | DFW | DFW-hardgate | EQUALITY | FORT WORTH | LIFESTYLE | people with disabilities | robots | SAFETY | sidewalks | walkability
Daxbot robots have been mapping Burleson’s sidewalks to assist in the city’s ADA transition plan. Here’s what to know.
7 Tejanas who shaped history
| March 2, 2026
Adela Sloss Vento | american history | Art | arts | celebrities | Community | CULTURE | diversity | EDUCATION | Emma Tenayuca | ENTERTAINMENT | FAMILY | Gloria Anzaldúa | HARDGATE | History | Jovita Idár | Laura Canales | LIFESTYLE | LITERATURE | local artists | Lydia Mendoza | MEXICAN CULTURE | News | San Antonio | Selena Quintanilla | Tejanas | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY
Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember. Check out these seven examples from the music world to politics.
‘Carry one another’s burden’: Texas pastor marches 90 miles to protest ICE detentions
| February 27, 2026
child detainees | detention center | Dilley Immigration Processing Center | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | ICE | IMMIGRATION | religion | TEXAS | Texas Lead Story
Garcia, pastor of the immigrant-led Roca de Refugio Church, has seen 18 members of her congregation detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since last May. To her, the nearly 26 miles she walks each day pale in comparison to what detainees are enduring.
