Culture
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Free trees are up for grabs for Dallas residents—here’s how to register
Branch Out Dallas is offering free trees to Dallas residents. Here’s how to get yours before the Sept. 30 deadline (or until they’re gone).
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Spot the best autumn foliage near Houston on these day trips and weekend getaways
Great leaf peeping is just a car ride from Houston at these state parks and natural areas, offering autumn foliage at bargain prices.
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13 things you didn’t know you could do with a Houston-area library card
Think a library card is just for checking out books? Think again.
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Looking to retire in Texas? WalletHub says Austin is the best place to do it
Recent report helps provide some insight for folks who might like to retire in Texas.
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Everything to know about the 2026 autumn monarch butterfly migration in Texas
The autumn monarch butterfly migration is one of the most impressive natural occurrences each year. Here’s how you can see it in Texas this fall.
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North Texas Giving Day is coming September 17 — here’s how to get a head start
North Texas Giving Day is September 17, but donations are currently open for those who want to help now. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Houston suburb named one of America’s richest in new report
West University Place was recently named one of “America’s Wealthiest Suburbs” by GoBankingRates. Here’s why.
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You’re not alone: This North Texas hotline is available 24/7
The Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas has a 24/7 suicide hotline for those in need. Here’s everything to know about how it works.
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10 fall Texas festivals worth the drive
Here’s our list of fall events that we think every Texan should experience at least once.
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The 5 cozy and adorable cat cafes in Dallas-Fort Worth
Cuddle with cute cats (and find one to adopt!) at one of the five cat cafés located throughout Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas breaks ground on world’s longest family coaster
Werewolf Gorge will stretch an unprecedented 4,120 feet, making it both the world’s longest family launch coaster and the longest roller coaster ever built at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
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Corpus Christi hemp businesses adapt to Texas ban on THC products
Corpus Christi hemp retailers have pulled products from their shelves in response to a Texas ban on a variety of THC products that took effect on July 31.
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Houston had WHAT? 5 past attractions we’ll never forget
These five landmarks used to bring in tourists from across the country. Now, they’re gone
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FlixBus adds two new Texas-to-Tennessee routes to growing network
FlixBus recently added routes from Dallas to Nashville and from Houston to Memphis.
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Now is the time to look to the TX skies for the great fall bird migration
One in every three birds migrating across the U.S. passes over Texas. Here’s what to know and where to go for the best views of the 2026 fall bird migration.
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Punching In: The fancy pen industry is booming, and you can thank Gen Z for that
These pen collectors are bringing back the analog lifestyle and nurturing community at the same time.
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Baker’s Main Street Furniture to close after 103 years of service
Baker’s Main Street Furniture in Garland is closing its doors after 103 years in business. A liquidation sale is being held.
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Cuts to library funding loom in Dallas budget fight
If cuts to library funding are approved, the library would see a $1.9 million reduction in its General Fund spending.
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13 Dallas-Fort Worth hospitals named among best in Texas by US News & World Report
Over a dozen Dallas-Fort Worth hospitals made US News & World Report’s list of 2026-2027 best. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Your complete Dallas Cowboys 2026 guide: team preview, stadium tips, & where to watch
Another NFL season is upon us. Here’s your Dallas Cowboys 2026 guide, including what to expect at AT&T Stadium, and places to catch a game.
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30+ indie bookstores in North Texas team up through August for annual crawl
The North Texas Indie Bookstore Crawl runs from now until August 31. Here’s which indie bookstores in North Texas are participating.
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Houston Toy Museum announces closure as rent becomes too costly
The Houston Toy Museum is closing its doors on Aug. 30 due to rent prices. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Your guide to Fort Worth Stockyards’ National Day of the American Cowboy celebration
Celebrate the National Day of the American Cowboy at Fort Worth Stockyards on July 25. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Flash flood safety tips every Texas family should know
The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for Central and South Texas on Tues. Here’s our flash flood safety tips.
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Erling Haaland’s most unexpected World Cup memento came from Texas
Erling Haaland took home a unique Texas souvenir after Norway’s exit from the World Cup. Here are all the fun details.
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America’s Sweethearts Season 3 among Emmy-nominated Netflix shows
America’s Sweethearts Season 3 has been nominated for an Emmy award for Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program.
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Microvolunteering in Houston: What it is and where to do it
Find out how to have an impact on your hometown by volunteering for an hour, a day, or whenever it’s convenient, sometimes without leaving your house.
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A guide to summer safety for dog owners
Keeping your dog safe in the summer requires commitment, care, and diligence. Here’s how to do it with ease.
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Decades after controversy, Philip Atlee’s ‘The Inheritors’ gets a second life from TCU Press
Philip Atlee’s Fort Worth novel, “The Inheritors,” is being re-released by TCU Press. Here are all the details.
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Where to see fireflies, birds, butterflies, & wildlife in the Valley
Discover seven parks, wildlife refuges, and nature centers to see unique, rare, and endangered wildlife in the Rio Grande Valley.
