The state dog is the Blue Lacy — said to be the only dog breed that originated in Texas, named after brothers who arrived in ...

The second of three official Texas state symbols on this list, the plentiful pecan is known as the state health nut, the state pie, and the state tree. Fresh, salted, candied, chopped, shelled ...

In every state, urban legends have been scaring residents for years.

The Longhorn has inspired numerous cultural symbols, artworks, and even serves as the mascot for the University of Texas' Longhorns football team. State small mammal: Nine-banded armadillo The ...

1. In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter or warm the olive oil over medium heat. 2. Add the diced onion, stirring ...

Floydada is the Pumpkin Capital of the U.S. It began in the 1950s when a family started selling them roadside.

As spooky season kicks into high gear, creatures like bats, tarantulas, and ravens are cast as eerie symbols, their shadows adding to the thrill of haunted houses and ghost stories. It’s easy to ...

In her debut book, 'How to End Christian Nationalism,' Tyler presents a roadmap to building multiracial interfaith coalitions ...

Symbols of the religion include the number ... He grew up in Granbury, Texas, and studied journalism at Texas State University in San Marcos. He previously reported for the Austin American ...

Brazos County voters who do not cast their ballots during the early voting period which ends at 7 p.m. Friday can vote on Election Day at 28 locations around the county from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Before ...

John Albert’s daughter isn’t going to school on Friday. And he couldn’t be happier about it. For the first time, the high ...

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