Culture
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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.
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Volunteers work to safeguard history at 140-year-old Black cemetery
Two North Texas churches are working to protect the history of a 140-year-old Black cemetery. Here’s how they’re honoring its legacy.
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Frisco pair faces charges after allegedly cheating victims out of millions in psychic con
A Frisco couple has been arrested following a multi-million dollar psychic scam. Here’s what you need to know.
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Texas Monthly Press is back — this time with a publishing powerhouse behind it
Texas Monthly is relauching its book-publishing imprint with the help of Penguin Random House. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Cicadas are nature’s alarm clock — not a thermometer
Can cicadas predict how hot of a summer we’re going to have? Science says no, but it’s a fun theory.
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National Juneteenth Museum to break ground in coming months after yearslong delays
One Historic Southside city-owned facility must be demolished to make way for the National Juneteenth Museum.
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Meet the Dallas artist illustrating the city’s most iconic buildings
Alena Niehaus is a 26-year-old 5th grade teacher turned artist who loves illustrating Dallas’ old buildings.
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Lights, camera, McAllen! City achieves Film Friendly Certification
McAllen was recently designated as a Film Friendly Certified Community. Here’s everything you need to know.
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What it looks like when a giant international event lands on your doorstep
‘It’s happening to us, not with us’: Houston’s EaDo residents brace for FIFA Fan Fest.
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After 79 years on the dial, KRUN-AM goes silent
KRUN-AM, AKA “Where Country Lives & Legends Last,” is officially off the air. Here’s everything you need to know.
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All the ways you can celebrate Juneteenth in Texas
Discover Juneteenth events across Texas, from parades and concerts to educational programs celebrating Black history and culture.
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Marilyn Monroe’s most famous dress dazzles at Ripley’s in Grand Prairie
Marilyn Monroe’s iconic “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” dress is on display at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Here’s what you need to know.
