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November 28, 2023

50 Years of Half Price Books

Last year, Half Price Books celebrated its 50th anniversary—take a look back at the company's unique history, which started right here in Texas!

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November 1, 2023

Michelada Manual

We went all across Austin with Modelo to find the perfect Michelada for every mood. This manual shows the best Micheladas in Austin, TX.

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November 1, 2023

Putting Nature to Work

How so-called “nature-based solutions” can put nature to work – and at the same time provide a place where humans can recharge in a beautiful setting.

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October 23, 2023

How’d That Get In There?!

Finding is half the fun at your local Half Price Books—and sometimes, you find more than just a good story between the pages. Read about some of the unexpected items that have been found among the stacks over the years.

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October 20, 2023

Farm to Classroom

Bob and Kelli Phillips, the hosts of Texas Country Reporter, have traveled all across our state telling the stories of Texas. Time and time again in these stories, food plays a large part. A thoughtfully prepared meal brings folks together, and knowing that a community member played a part in

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October 1, 2023

Under Our Terms

Prescribed fire offers many benefits to Texas land management, and the regenerative results of the burn will linger for years.

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September 29, 2023

Lockhart: Barbecue and Beyond 2023

Barbecue will always be a part of Lockhart, and it is integral to its future--but the coals of the pit aren't the only embers burning brightly. Recent growth and development are ushering in an exciting new future for the town.

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September 19, 2023

Meet Me At The Wagon – Episode 6: Buffalo Gap Wine & Food Summit

Food brings people together, but the wine gets them talking. Conversation over dinner and wine with Fess Parker and Dr. Richard Becker (Becker Vineyards) would lead to a new venture for Perini Steakhouse and Buffalo Gap. Ashley Parker Snider (Fess Parker Winery) and Dr. Richard Becker join to discuss the

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September 5, 2023

Meet Me At The Wagon – Episode 5: The Congressional Picnic

Over the last 40 years, Perini Ranch Steakhouse has catered numerous events, but few more memorable than that of September 11th, 2001. In this special episode, Tom and Lisa Perini share their unique perspective from the historic day as they prepared to cater the Congressional Picnic at the White House.

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July 31, 2023

8 Convenient Meals by H-E-B for Texas Families on the Go

As the lazy days of summer come to an end and a new school year begins, planning out meals for the whole family can be stressful. What’s the best way to get everyone fed and ready for a big day? What can you pack for lunch that’s both easy and

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June 23, 2023

Ramblin’ Through the State Parks

Rambler Sparkling Water has always been inspired by the wild places of Texas. Join Rambler in celebrating 100 years of Texas State Parks by visiting some of the best places across Texas to enjoy water and the outdoors.

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June 2, 2023

Which Type of Texas Tourist are You?

Texas is bigger than a lot of countries, and draws all different kinds of folks here, with different interests, hobbies, and passions. We’re proud of the depth of personalities that live in and visit Texas. It takes all kinds to make up the great Lone Star State.

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May 31, 2023

Lockhart: Barbecue and Beyond

Barbecue will always be a part of Lockhart, and it is integral to its future—but coals of the pit aren’t the only embers burning brightly. Recent growth and development are ushering in an exciting new future for the town.

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May 31, 2023

Which Type of Arizona Adventurer are You?

There’s so much to explore in the Grand Canyon State! With awe-inspiring scenery and rich culture at every turn, Arizona is a vastly unique place where you can soak in memorable moment after moment. Take our quiz to find out what must-do experiences you should include on your ideal trip

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May 31, 2023

Wrangler: 75 Years of Having Your Back

Celebrating a milestone 75th anniversary, the Wrangler legend lives on. And famous names like ‘The King of Country’ George Strait, Leon Bridges and Georgia May Jagger choose to wear the West’s famous name, along with countless others across the globe.

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May 19, 2023

It’s Peach Time!

Orchards across Fredericksburg and Gillespie County are some of the top producers in Texas for the sweetest and juiciest peaches in the United States.

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May 2, 2023

Meet Me At The Wagon – Episode 1: A Sense of Place

Before Buffalo Gap was host to Perini Ranch Steakhouse, thousands of buffalo would make their way through as part of the Great Western Trail. After a long day’s ride, chuckwagons were an essential part to those driving the herds.

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April 30, 2023

Frisco is all Fun and Games

This spring, Houston-based parenting and lifestyle blogger Stacey traveled to Frisco with her family. Known for her “Soccer Mom Blog,” Stacey knows a thing or two about keeping a fast-paced family entertained. From taking in a baseball game, to having fun at Frisco’s numerous interactive museums, to dining at

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April 29, 2023

Episode 3: “Stepping Stone” with Jeff Russo, Krysten Ritter & Mimi Swartz

Host Nancy Miller turns the beat around in Episode 3 with composer Jeff Russo to better understand the task of creating the musical backdrop for a compelling drama. Miller also speaks with Kyrsten Ritter, who attributes her Aunt Sharon to the inspiration behind her character, Sherry Cleckler. Texas Monthly executive

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March 15, 2023

A Half-Century of Chronicling Texas

In celebration of our fiftieth anniversary, the February 2023 issue explores Texas icons of all shapes, sizes, species, and more, while telling stories of the characters, places, and institutions that have shaped the great state of Texas for the past fifty years.

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November 8, 2022

Texas Monthly’s BBQ Passport

The Texas Monthly Barbecue Passport is available in the print version of the November 2021 issue and online. The Passport program ends December 31st, 2023.

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November 2, 2022

Naturally Curious, Episode 8: Totality in Texas

The next solar eclipse is on April 8, 2024. We need to start planning for this “event of Biblical proportions” now, warns Dr. Carolyn Sumners, curator of Astronomy at The Houston Museum of Natural Science. One of the best places to see the eclipse will be in Texas, and Dr.

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November 2, 2022

Naturally Curious, Episode 7: Hall of Poop

David Temple, curator of Paleontology at The Houston Museum of Natural Science, takes us on a tour of the prep lab and The Morian Hall of Paleontology as we discover “trace fossils”—things like fossilized poop, vomit, and tracks, which can tell us so much about what dinosaurs were up to

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November 2, 2022

Naturally Curious, Episode 6: Among Us

Dr. Carolyn Sumners, curator of Astronomy, joins The Houston Museum of Natural Science interns in pondering the Big Questions: What things had to go right for Earth to be able to sustain life as we know it? Is our “example of one” all we’ll ever know? Or are aliens already

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November 2, 2022

Naturally Curious, Episode 5: Mission to Mars

Take a trip to the Moon and on to the “red planet” at The Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Expedition Center, one of the museum’s hidden gems. Ken Hayes, director of the Expedition Center, helps guide the “S.S. Legacy” space ship on our mission. Find out if we ran out

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November 2, 2022

Naturally Curious, Episode 4: Cosmic Teen Power

The Houston Museum of Natural Science interns are the lifeblood of the museum. During the summer months, they rule the museum’s “dungeon” area, running around behind the scenes and getting visitors excited about science. Meet these young innovators, hear about their award-winning science projects, and find out why young people

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