Patrick Reardon’s Articles

  • The First-Timer’s Guide to 4 Types of Grills

    How to pick your pit.


  • Roadrunners: The Texan Birds You Think You Know

    A deep dive into the world of Texas roadrunners. (And a bit about cartoon ones, too.)


  • 6 of the Best Spots for Elotes in Texas

    6 of the Best Spots for Elotes in Texas

    There are too many out-of-this-world elotes in Texas to list, but we tried.


  • Grill Maintenance Made Easy: Tools, Tips, and Tricks

    Grill Maintenance Made Easy: Tools, Tips, and Tricks

    Don’t forget to scrub behind your grates.


  • How to Keep Your Home Cool During Texas Heat Waves

    How to Keep Your Home Cool During Texas Heat Waves

    … without racking up a ginormous energy bill.


  • 6 Things to Do Before Rainy Season in Texas

    6 Things to Do Before Rainy Season in Texas

    Don’t save this guide for a rainy day.


  • City Spotlight: San Marcos

    City Spotlight: San Marcos

    People have flocked to San Marcos for 10,000 years and not just for the barbecue.


  • How to (Properly) Use and Take Care of the Drains in Your Home

    Here’s the dirt on drains.


  • How to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

    How to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

    Five steps to spring your grass back to life.


  • City Spotlight: Centerville

    City Spotlight: Centerville

    Come for Woody’s Smokehouse; stay for the steak.


  • Roundup: Spring Gardening in Texas

    Roundup: Spring Gardening in Texas

    Everything from growing berries and herbs to protecting them from pests.


  • Out With Phil, In With Bob: Feb. 2 Is Armadillo Day in Texas

    Out With Phil, In With Bob: Feb. 2 Is Armadillo Day in Texas

    How an armadillo is ousting a groundhog.


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