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Exploring the outdoors in Texas is a lot of fun. Exploring the outdoors in Texas also has its perils.

If every East Texas town had an official dessert, which sweet treat would represent your hometown? Around here, we love to eat, and it doesn't seem to matter what time of day it is or how recently we had a meal. Somehow, there's always room for dessert ...

A video from the Historic Jefferson Hotel in Jefferson, Texas, appears to show a red rope moving when no one is visible nearby. I've never been much of a ghost believer. I'm one of those people who needs to see something with my own eyes before I'm convinced...

Pink Flamingo Taco Shop is bringing its tacos, tortas and aguas frescas to Tyler, with plans to open a new location at 3709 Troup Highway, Suite 100, in the former Oliveto building. The announcement has East Texas taco fans talking, but the move also means Winona is losing its original location...

Being naked in front of other people may not be your thing but many do enjoy it. In Texas, there are several spots where clothes are optional. Austin is home to the only park in Texas where clothes aren't required.

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East Texas has its share of places with spooky reputations, unexplained stories, and legends that have stuck around for generations. I've never been someone who enjoys scary movies or goes looking for haunted places, but I understand why people are fascinated by them...

Your favorite donut might say more about your personality than you think. Here in Texas, we're fortunate to have plenty of local donut shops serving up delicious treats before work, on weekend mornings, and pretty much any time a craving strikes...

Texas ranked 48th out of 50 states in WalletHub’s 2026 Safest States in America report, placing the Lone Star State among the three lowest-ranked states overall. As a proud Texan, I have to admit that ranking caught my attention and it also made me question how one study can capture what it's really like to live in a state as big and diverse as Texas. Wha...

There's a good chance you will see more pumpkin colors besides orange while trick-or-treating this Halloween. Here's what you need to know.

Texas pumpkin growers faced extreme drought this summer, cutting yields by 30% to 40% in a major growing region. Here's what that means for pumpkin prices and Halloween supply.

A duck, a deer and a hog made from Busch Light cans? The brand is putting a very unconventional spin on hunting trophies, and the results are peak hunting season.

Measuring three feet wide, Chipotle's new oversized bag is designed to carry the attention-grabbing energy of a family meal.

A free family history conference is coming to Tyler on October 24, with genealogy experts, DNA research, breakout sessions and optional hands-on workshops.

We've all been there, we wake up and don't feel so hot and have to day off work to rest. Is it legal for your employer to ask for a doctor's note before coming back to work?

East Texas knows a thing or two about Friday night football, and you don't have to travel far to find communities where high school football is a major event. From Tyler to Longview and the smaller towns in between, football brings people together every fall...

Living in East Texas is a wonderful mixed bag of everything. There is so much to appreciate, some things to laugh at, and a few things that will make you scratch your head. But for the most part, East Texas is lovable, and people truly enjoy it...

East Texas country star Neal McCoy gave a young fan named Harrison a moment to remember when he invited him on stage to sing along to “Wink” at the Tulsa State Fair. The heartwarming moment is a reminder that sometimes the best part of a concert isn't just hearing your favorite song. It's getti...

The Texas Lottery has several tickets that could make you an instant multi-million dollar winner.

Every East Texas town has its own vibe, local landmarks and little quirks that make it special. Spend enough time traveling around the region, and you'll quickly realize that no two towns are exactly alike. And with new people moving to East Texas all the time, I figured it was time to put together an unofficial starter pack for some of our favorite towns...

Bruno's Pizza & Pasta in Tyler is celebrating 50 years in business on October 15 and 16, 2026, and the Rumbelow family is inviting the community to join the celebration. The longtime Italian restaurant has been serving homemade pizza and Italian dishes since 1976, giving generations of East Texans a place to gather over a good meal. B...

Texas residents can apply to undergraduate programs at public colleges and universities without paying application fees during Free College Application Week, October 12–18, 2026. It's a great opportunity for high school students, transfer students and adults considering college to save money before application fees return. If y...

Eligible Texas residents can apply to public colleges and universities without paying undergraduate application fees during Free College Application Week. Here's how to qualify and meet Sunday's deadline.

Buc-ee's fans have a set of unwritten rules that must be followed by everyone.