Texas
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Texas Independence Day: A brief history + 2026 celebrations
Learn how Texas Independence Day got its start nearly 200 years ago, plus some of the more festive celebrations around the state in 2026.
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7 ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW
From bar crawls and parades to authentic New Orleans’ Cajun food, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in DFW.
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San Antonio Airport exhibit honors Tuskegee Airmen’s pioneering spirit
A new exhibit dedicated to Black aviators opened at San Antonio International Airport for Black History Month.
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Dallas seventh grader Aiden McMillan on track for Guinness World Record after achieving nuclear fusion
A Dallas seventh grader may earn a Guiness World Record for his scientific achievements. Here’s what he’s working on.
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How Dallas is tackling the senior loneliness epidemic—one companion at a time
Dallas’s Senior Source has been operating a Senior Companion Program for 20 years. They’re helping combat the growing loneliness epidemic.
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Houston’s Freedmen’s Town: How to save what’s left
Houston’s Freedmen’s Town stands as a testament to freedom, resilience, and self-determination. Here’s how visitors can help preserve its legacy.
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Buddhist monks bring message of peace to Fort Worth on Valentine’s Day after 2,000+-mile journey
Buddhist monks will complete their 2,000+ mile walk for peace in Fort Worth on February 14. Here’s what you need to know.
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The real stories behind Houston’s 5 nicknames
Explore the origins of Houston’s five famous nicknames—from Space City to H-Town—rooted in NASA, oil, and its diverse culture.
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Your guide to San Antonio’s 5 Spanish frontier missions
San Antonio’s culture and heritage are on full display at these five Spanish frontier missions.
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San Antonio Zoo Hatches Two Congo Peafowl Chicks, One of Africa’s Most Elusive Birds
Two Congo peafowl chicks recently hatched at the San Antonio Zoo. Here’s everything you need to know about this rare bird.