There are few Texans who don’t enjoy rubbing in the fact that Texas was once its own country. It’s one of the things that the rest of the country hates about us. But many people, especially in my generation, don’t consider or even know about the decisive battles in the Texas War for Independence that […]
Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Texas State History Museum
The Lone Star State is filled with things to be proud of. One of the factors that contributes significantly to Texas pride is the deep and rich history of the state. If you’re trying to convince your friends that Texas really is the best place in the world, the Bullock Texas State History Museum is for […]
Austin Chronicle Short Story Contest Winners Announced
On February 8, 2012, the winners of The Austin Chronicle‘s 20th annual Short Story Contest were announced at an evening reception. BookPeople, one of the sponsors of the contest, hosted the reception with finger foods and wine – a delightful mingling of literary lovers and slightly apprehensive finalists. The contest was narrowed down to ten finalists […]
Let’s Get Ready to Rumble! – Boxing in Texas
Boxing, or the “Sweet Science” as it is called by lovers of the sport, is all over Texas. Have you ever been to a professional fight? Let me describe it for you… The atmosphere is electric, the tension palpable and the first time you hear Lupe Contreras say, “It’s time to see who’s mas macho!” Jimmy […]
Three Million Acres Traded for the Austin Texas Capitol
Did you know that the great state of Texas gave away over 3,000,000 acres of land? Not for oil, not for money… So what did we trade this land for? A building. Don’t believe me? It’s true, and it is part of the rich history and culture of the City of Austin and the great […]
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