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O Janis

Janis Joplin’s life was about music, rebellion, and excess—but she was influenced most by her tormented relationship with the people and spirit of Port Arthur.

The Last Posse

After thieves stole his daughter’s horse, deputy U.S. marshal Parnell McNamara didn’t make a federal case out of it. Instead, he rounded up a group of old-style lawmen and lit out after them.

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Mimi Swartz

Mimi Swartz is a staff writer based in Houston.

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Forrest Wilder

Forrest Wilder writes about politics and the outdoors.

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Emily McCullar

Emily McCullar is a senior editor covering pop culture, news, and Texas history. One time she wrote about sports.

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José R. Ralat

José R. Ralat is Texas Monthly’s taco editor, writing about tacos and Mexican food.

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Michael Hall

Mike Hall writes about criminals, musicians, the law, and barbecue.

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John Wayne Wasn’t a Texan. But His Legacy Lives On in Fort Worth.

In a video interview, Ethan Wayne, the film star’s son, explains how an exhibit at the Fort Worth Stockyards began with a storage unit full of his dad’s untold stories.

Food & Drink


Pecan Pie Bars

While her expertise is cookies, Tiffany Chen (of Tiff’s Treats fame) offers a dessert that brings together cookies and pie so you don’t have to choose.

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