Joey Held
Joey Held is a writer and author and the founder of Fun Fact Friyay. He’s regularly planning travel adventures and encourages exploring new places with curiosity and kindness.
Sam Houston: 9 facts about the city’s namesake (including when he ran away & was adopted by a Cherokee chief!)
| July 22, 2025
Battle of San Jacinto | CULTURE | HARDGATE | houston namesake | houston statue | HTX | republic of texas | sam houston | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY
The city of Houston is named after Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas. Discover more about this colorful character.
7 most notorious true crime cases in DFW history
| July 14, 2025
CULTURE | DFW | dfw history | DFW Lead Story | HARDGATE | murder | NATIONAL NEWS | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | true crime
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to plenty of exciting spots, but it’s also been the scene of some of the most infamous true crime cases in the country.
I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX
| July 14, 2025
Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | game on! | game shows | HARDGATE | HTX | LIFESTYLE | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO | tv shows
GameOn! HTX gives you a full game show experience right in the Lone Star State, making it the perfect activity for parties, big groups, and work events.
7 most notorious true crime cases in Houston history
| July 8, 2025
From serial killers going on multiple rampages to inner-family drama leading to staged burglaries, these true crime cases rocked the Houston area.
Fun in the suburb: 11 top things to do in Irving, Texas
| June 27, 2025
CULTURE | DALLAS | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | fun | HARDGATE | irving | LIFESTYLE | texans | TEXAS | TEXAS HISTORY | THINGS TO DO
From stampeding mustangs to gondola rides around a lake, learn about all the fun things to do in Irving, just a few miles northwest of Dallas.
Bow-wow! 12 dog-friendly restaurants, bars in Houston
| June 26, 2025
animals | Community | CULTURE | dog-friendly restaurants | food and drink | HARDGATE | houston restaurants | HTX | LIFESTYLE | pets | TEXAS
Our guide to Houston dog-friendly restaurants and bars will ensure both you and your pup have plenty of welcoming spots—and tasty food to go along with them.