State History
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Remembering Cleo Hearn: Visionary Behind Cowboys of Color Rodeo Dies at 86
Cleo Hearn, who was known for creating the Cowboys of Color Rodeo, has died at the age of 86. Here’s what you need to know about his life and legacy. Cleo Hearn, a legend in the Texas rodeo community, died on November 9 at the age of 86. He will be remembered, among many other…
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8 Día de los Muertos events worth traveling to across Texas
Día de los Muertos—also called Day of the Dead—events are in abundance across Texas. We’re highlighting some of the best for the perfect celebration.
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8 creepy facts about Texas that textbooks leave out
From unsolved murders to unsettling origins of town names, these creepy facts about Texas will make your skin crawl.
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Go behind the scenes on 9 fun factory tours in Texas
These Texas factory tours offer a glimpse into the production of some of our favorite products, including cheese, money, and baseball gloves.
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The fascinating history of Houston’s iconic concert venue Anderson Fair
In Houston, we are fortunate to have widespread live music venues of every size and catering to every taste—and grandaddy of them all is Anderson Fair Retail Restaurant, an oddly named listening room that since 1970 has hosted musical legends—and it’s still going strong.
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Opinion: The South’s Sunday Night Football: How dare Texas, US downplay its lynching history
Texas overlooks the era when racial terror lynchings were not only tolerated, but celebrated, in communities across the state.
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Op-Ed: Redistricting bigotry is a tradition deep in the heart of Texas
Texas redistricting is a GOP power grab and an effort to blunt the political power of Black and brown Texans.
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From New Orleans to Houston: Hurricane Katrina survivors reflect 20 years later
When cooking a New Orleans staple like gumbo, the first step is to make the roux, a process that requires the cook to meticulously stir a combination of flour and fat. The kitchen becomes hot and steamy as the mixture begins to boil, a savory and earthy scent setting the tone for a perfect stew.…
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Learn all about the coastal tribes that once inhabited Houston
For centuries before Houston officially became a city, Indigenous tribes lived along the Texas Gulf Coast. Discover their traditions, culture, and way of life.
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Why are there so many man-made lakes in Texas—and are there any that are naturally occurring?
There are thousands of lakes in Texas, but contrary to popular legend around the state, not all of them were created by humans.
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Sam Houston: 9 facts about the city’s namesake (including when he ran away & was adopted by a Cherokee chief!)
The city of Houston is named after Sam Houston, the first president of the Republic of Texas. Discover more about this colorful character.
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7 most notorious true crime cases in DFW history
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.
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7 most notorious true crime cases in Houston history
From serial killers going on multiple rampages to inner-family drama leading to staged burglaries, these true crime cases rocked the Houston area.
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16 Free or super cheap things to do in North Texas this summer
Here are some activities that are free or cheap to do in the Dallas area.
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Fun in the suburb: 11 top things to do in Irving, Texas
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.
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Juneteenth 2025: 4K Freedom Walk and Festival in Dallas
Dallas celebrates Juneteenth 2025 with freedom walks, artist showcases, and entrepreneur events. Community festivities from June 14-19.
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30 of the highest-rated things to do in Texas, according to Tripadvisor
When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.If you’re craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in…
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Juneteenth in Houston: From 1865 to 2025
This Juneteenth marks 160 years since the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas. Learn how the holiday has evolved and what Houston events to attend.
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The oldest buildings in Houston that are still standing
We’re taking a tour through time, exploring some of the most historic buildings in Houston. Which ones have survived as the city evolves?
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6 legendary Texas animals (and the stories behind them)
Learn about some of the most legendary Texas animals, from college mascots like Bevo and Reveille to long-gone mammals memorialized in time.
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12 foods Texas is famous for—and the stories behind them
The Lone Star State has a hearty helping of foods and drinks it’s helped make popular, and some of these Texas classics sport legendary origin tales.
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Celebrate Black History Month by heading to the 2025 Bill Pickett Rodeo
Honoring one of the most important cowboys in U.S. history, the Bill Pickett Rodeo mixes education with entertainment.
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6 significant Texas sites connected to the Underground Railroad
While many enslaved people headed north to Canada, an alternate path sought freedom via a different route, traveling through Texas and into Mexico.
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The 11 deadliest natural disasters in Texas history
From hurricanes to tornadoes to natural gas leaks, Texas has had several unfortunate natural disasters over the years. These 11 took the harshest tolls.
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Opal Lee: Facts about the woman who made Juneteenth a holiday
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, has lived a life we should all aspire to. Learn more about Lee’s accomplishments and honors.
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Here’s your ultimate guide to the best museums in Fort Worth
Get ready to explore these Forth Worth museums.
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The haunted USS Lexington + 9 other mysterious Texas spots
Texas has no shortage of mysterious, eerie, and outright spooky places, like the USS Lexington. Here’s a look at ten spots and what to expect at each one.
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Here’s how 7 DFW cities and neighborhoods got their names
A popular person or description of the scenery, cities and neighborhoods have a story to their naming. Let’s investigate some of our favorites.
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Lost in time: 7 eerie North Texas ghost towns worth checking out
Learn about seven eerie North Texas ghost towns that are worth checking out for yourself.
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Oak Cliff Cemetery: 8 surprising facts about Dallas’ oldest graveyard
The oldest cemetery in Dallas is technically older than the city itself. Here’s everything to know about the historic site of Oak Cliff Cemetery.
