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Spring Break starts next week and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department released information for those planning to travel.

Tired of fighting crowds at famous national parks across Texas? These 8 state parks provide breathtaking beauty and peaceful trails! 1. Pedernales Falls State Park (Johnson City) ...

The winter is short in Texas. At the beginning of March, the weather starts to warm, and then the Texas Highways pop wi ...

The official Texas State Bison Herd calls this park home. These magnificent creatures roam the grasslands just like they did centuries ago. Watching a bison is like seeing a living piece of history.

Whether you're thinking about a hike up a mountain or just seeing it from a distance, these are the best mountains and highest points across the U.S. you should be visiting.

From art and culture to dining and history, the South's major cities offer it all. Keep reading to find out which ...

The lagoon has been three years in the making.

The start of spring is an occasion that deserves to be celebrated. Strawberry picking is a great way to usher in the new season and enjoy its bounty.

For much of its 144 years, Gallup called itself the “Indian Capital of the World,” despite no member of its Native American ...

This year, our reader-voted favorite cities represent the region, from the sunny shores of Florida to the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains—and everywhere in between. One thing they all have in common? A ...

Email news briefs and event listings to [email protected]. Exhibitors, sponsors sought for career fair Gateway Middle School is planning a career fair from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 14 for eighth ...