
Peter Simek’s Articles
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It might sound like sci-fi, but it’s really just science.
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Houston, we’ve got no problem spending all day here.
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Catch a show at these 10 historic places.
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Mountains in Texas. Yep, they exist. See how many you can tackle.
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You might not get the obsession with adding the soda to everything from chili to barbecue sauce. But then you’re probably not a Texan.
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The scooter craze is sweeping through Texas’ largest cities. What happens if there’s an accident?
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The winter doldrums are the perfect excuse to crack out some Comanche lore, Wild West sagas, and borderland essays. This is Texas in a nutshell — or a bookshelf.
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Our outsider artists may once have been overlooked. But they’re no less central to Texas’ unique character than any of the greats.
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Discover the sunken city, the East Texas forests, and the Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame. As for the burger myth, you’ll have to decide that one for yourself.
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If you don’t like the weather in Texas … head to the coast.
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Holiday light game: strong. And about five centuries old.
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If life insurance is something you’ve been putting off, here’s why it’s a good time — and a good idea — to do it.











