50 Years of Half Price Books
Last year, Half Price Books celebrated its 50th anniversary—take a look back at the company's unique history, which started right here in Texas!
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Last year, Half Price Books celebrated its 50th anniversary—take a look back at the company's unique history, which started right here in Texas!
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H-E-B has always been in the business of making sure customers bring home the best for their families at dinnertime. The H-E-B team continues that fine legacy with the development of delicious H-E-B Mi Tienda products comprised of Mexican cuisine favorites.
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We went all across Austin with Modelo to find the perfect Michelada for every mood. This manual shows the best Micheladas in Austin, TX.
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How so-called “nature-based solutions” can put nature to work – and at the same time provide a place where humans can recharge in a beautiful setting.
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Finding is half the fun at your local Half Price Books—and sometimes, you find more than just a good story between the pages. Read about some of the unexpected items that have been found among the stacks over the years.
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Bob and Kelli Phillips, the hosts of Texas Country Reporter, have traveled all across our state telling the stories of Texas. Time and time again in these stories, food plays a large part. A thoughtfully prepared meal brings folks together, and knowing that a community member played a part in
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Prescribed fire offers many benefits to Texas land management, and the regenerative results of the burn will linger for years.
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Barbecue will always be a part of Lockhart, and it is integral to its future--but the coals of the pit aren't the only embers burning brightly. Recent growth and development are ushering in an exciting new future for the town.
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H-E-B brings an itinerary of international treats to spice up lunch, dinner, and more.
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Food brings people together, but the wine gets them talking. Conversation over dinner and wine with Fess Parker and Dr. Richard Becker (Becker Vineyards) would lead to a new venture for Perini Steakhouse and Buffalo Gap. Ashley Parker Snider (Fess Parker Winery) and Dr. Richard Becker join to discuss the
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Over the last 40 years, Perini Ranch Steakhouse has catered numerous events, but few more memorable than that of September 11th, 2001. In this special episode, Tom and Lisa Perini share their unique perspective from the historic day as they prepared to cater the Congressional Picnic at the White House.
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Discover the season’s latest fashion trends at Highland Park Village, Dallas’ premier open-air shopping and dining destination.
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A 12-day cultural celebration that coincides with amazing weather and helps showcase all of the artful offerings that Pensacola has to offer.
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Shopping these unique products is the best way to kick off the fall season.
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As the lazy days of summer come to an end and a new school year begins, planning out meals for the whole family can be stressful. What’s the best way to get everyone fed and ready for a big day? What can you pack for lunch that’s both easy and
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Rambler Sparkling Water has always been inspired by the wild places of Texas. Join Rambler in celebrating 100 years of Texas State Parks by visiting some of the best places across Texas to enjoy water and the outdoors.
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Comprised of four unique barrier islands and a mainland port city, this stunning destination has a lot to offer. Take our quiz to start building a personalized itinerary for your Golden Isles getaway.
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Texas is bigger than a lot of countries, and draws all different kinds of folks here, with different interests, hobbies, and passions. We’re proud of the depth of personalities that live in and visit Texas. It takes all kinds to make up the great Lone Star State.
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The Civil War did not officially end until April 1965, and enslaved people in the Confederate State of Texas did not hear of their freedom until June 19, 1865, when General Gordon Granger announced the abolition of slavery upon his arrival in Galveston, Texas.
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After starting as a feedyard trainee with Cimarron Feeders in Texhoma, Oklahoma, in 1994, Gene Lowrey worked his way up to his current post as general manager of XIT Feeders, a thriving cattle operation that prioritizes sustainability.
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Barbecue will always be a part of Lockhart, and it is integral to its future—but coals of the pit aren’t the only embers burning brightly. Recent growth and development are ushering in an exciting new future for the town.
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New works by artists across the Americas are sure to inspire and delight travelers and art-lovers alike.
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Celebrating a milestone 75th anniversary, the Wrangler legend lives on. And famous names like ‘The King of Country’ George Strait, Leon Bridges and Georgia May Jagger choose to wear the West’s famous name, along with countless others across the globe.
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Host Nancy Miller sits down with Elizabeth Olsen in the final episode of the series to take a deeper look at who Candy Montgomery was in the aftermath of her trial.
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Live large in Texas this summer with these must-have H-E-B brand products.
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Orchards across Fredericksburg and Gillespie County are some of the top producers in Texas for the sweetest and juiciest peaches in the United States.
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Host Nancy Miller speaks with Tom Pelphery, who brings to life the scene-stealing lawyer Don Crowder. Pelphery explains how he got the part and how much effort went into the role, including the tan.
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Host Nancy Miller sits down with Patrick Fugit, who plays Pat Mongomery, and takes a deep dive into the psyche behind the character. Series costume designer Audrey Fisher talks with Miller about her experience of turning the series actors into their 1970s and 1980s characters. Texas Monthly senior editor Emily
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Discover historic locations and learn about the rich background of Texas' capital city. Find a new way to see Austin with this interactive map.
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Host Nancy Miller brings back show creators David E. Kelley and Lesli Linka Glatter to discuss this pivotal episode and how they carefully handled shifting from a period drama to a crime thriller. Texas Monthly executive editor Skip Hollandsworth also returns to describe how one reports a stranger-than-fiction murder such
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Before Buffalo Gap was host to Perini Ranch Steakhouse, thousands of buffalo would make their way through as part of the Great Western Trail. After a long day’s ride, chuckwagons were an essential part to those driving the herds.
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When Tom Perini took over the family land, he would soon learn that ranching isn’t for everyone.
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An offer to cater at the James Beard House launched Perini Ranch Steakhouse on a series of events that would bring their recognition to an international level.
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The flavors of southwestern cuisine may vary, but the chefs behind it share a passion for the community it brings
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Host Nancy Miller turns the beat around in Episode 3 with composer Jeff Russo to better understand the task of creating the musical backdrop for a compelling drama. Miller also speaks with Kyrsten Ritter, who attributes her Aunt Sharon to the inspiration behind her character, Sherry Cleckler. Texas Monthly executive
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Host Nancy Miller sits down with Jesse Plemons and Lily Rabe to unpack Betty and Allan Gore’s emotional relationship. Miller travels back in time with production designer Suzuki Ingerslev to understand what it takes to bring late 1970s Texas to life.
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Host Nancy Miller talks with show writer and creator David E. Kelley and executive producer and director Lesli Linka Glatter on how they adapted the Texas Monthly articles and book to tell the real-life story of Candy Montgomery and Betty Gore.
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In celebration of our fiftieth anniversary, the February 2023 issue explores Texas icons of all shapes, sizes, species, and more, while telling stories of the characters, places, and institutions that have shaped the great state of Texas for the past fifty years.
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The Texas Monthly Barbecue Passport is available in the print version of the November 2021 issue and online. The Passport program ends December 31st, 2023.
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The next solar eclipse is on April 8, 2024. We need to start planning for this “event of Biblical proportions” now, warns Dr. Carolyn Sumners, curator of Astronomy at The Houston Museum of Natural Science. One of the best places to see the eclipse will be in Texas, and Dr.
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David Temple, curator of Paleontology at The Houston Museum of Natural Science, takes us on a tour of the prep lab and The Morian Hall of Paleontology as we discover “trace fossils”—things like fossilized poop, vomit, and tracks, which can tell us so much about what dinosaurs were up to
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Dr. Carolyn Sumners, curator of Astronomy, joins The Houston Museum of Natural Science interns in pondering the Big Questions: What things had to go right for Earth to be able to sustain life as we know it? Is our “example of one” all we’ll ever know? Or are aliens already
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Take a trip to the Moon and on to the “red planet” at The Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Expedition Center, one of the museum’s hidden gems. Ken Hayes, director of the Expedition Center, helps guide the “S.S. Legacy” space ship on our mission. Find out if we ran out
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The Houston Museum of Natural Science interns are the lifeblood of the museum. During the summer months, they rule the museum’s “dungeon” area, running around behind the scenes and getting visitors excited about science. Meet these young innovators, hear about their award-winning science projects, and find out why young people
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Take a journey through the cosmos with The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Will Yokely, an enthusiast of the James Webb telescope.
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The unique and magical “Cabinet of Curiosities” exhibit at The Houston Museum of Natural Science is a place full of wonder, with fascinating objects from around the world—many of which may be unknown to visitors.
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