Author: Joey Held
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Get enchanted by these 6 castles in Texas (that you can actually visit!)
You may not think Texas and castles go together, but these six spots give a taste of medieval flair within the Lone Star State.
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12 infamous criminals serving time in TX, from a NASCAR champion to a pediatric nurse
There are 18 federal prisons and nine federal prison camps in Texas, and 111 more at the state level. These range from administrative-security like FMC Fort Worth to high-security federal prisons. The honor of the highest security level belongs to…
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10 Texas swimming holes to help you cool off this summer
Whether you’ve been here for one summer or 50 of them, you know the Texas heat is no joke. While sitting inside with the air conditioner is a perfectly fine way to cool off, it hardly compares with the joy…
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Sparkling spectacles: Your guide to fireworks shows in DFW
Fireworks will light up the Dallas-Fort Worth area this Fourth of July. Here’s where to find the best Independence Day fireworks shows.
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Midsummer magic: 10 ways to celebrate the Summer Solstice in DFW
The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year. Solstice, which means “sun standing still,” occurs when the sun reaches the point furthest from the Earth’s equator. In the summer, that point is known as the Tropic of Cancer…
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12 facts about Opal Lee, Fort Worth native & grandmother of Juneteenth
Opal Lee, the grandmother of Juneteenth, has lived a life we should all aspire to. Learn more about Lee’s accomplishments and honors.
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Get chills & thrills at the 10 most mysterious places in Texas
Texas is massive, so perhaps it’s not surprising that it’s full of mystical, intriguing places. From haunted hospitals to spooky bridges, there’s mystery to be found all across the Lone Star State.
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13 patios worth a perch in Dallas-Fort Worth
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9 of Texas’ cleanest lakes & most pristine beaches
As one of the largest states, Texas is full of bountiful areas of water. The Lone Star State is home to about 150 significant lakes, though if you count every lake, no matter the size, the total is closer to…
