Texas Living
People, places, and pastimes that define life in Texas.
The Lone Star State has built a thriving wave-riding culture all its own — one shaped by history and heart.
Where to Find Arrowheads in Texas
Junior archaeologists will have a blast scouring the Texas landscape in hopes of unearthing a piece of the past.
Support First Responders in Your Neighborhood
Meet and thank Texas’ everyday heroes.
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Everyone knows about Big Bend National Park. But not everyone dares to head into the vast expanse for days at a time, with only gallons of water and their own two feet.
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The trail crosses some of the most magnificent terrain on earth.
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These creatures are vital for Texas’ ecosystem. And the pups are surprisingly cute.
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For many veterans, the real struggle begins after they leave the service.
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Dandelions could become your new favorite flower — to eat, at least.
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Take two steps into the past, two steps forward on the dance floor. The best nightlife in Texas is also the oldest.
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Noodling for catfish was illegal in Texas until former Gov. Rick Perry signed a bill permitting it in 2011.
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Every summer on South Padre Island, hundreds of baby sea turtle hatchlings make their way back to the sea.
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Sixteen national parks. One big state.
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Many of our Texas families suffered under the deluge of Hurricane Harvey. Here’s how one small town found the strength to rebuild.
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These are the best places to see Texas from a whole new vantage point.
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In the heat of a Texas summer, these watering holes keep us sane.
