Around Texas

After raising eight children in Abilene, I've never questioned where I'd choose to build a family. A University of Texas at Tyler study ranked the city No. 3 in Texas, but I still believe it's No. 1.

More than seven thousand kids across forty-seven states. One organization out of Lubbock doing it all for free. Here's how they pull it off.

The Discover! festival is back after 10 years! Join the Don Harrington Discovery Center on September 5, 2026, at Medi-Park for a massive 50th-anniversary bash featuring live music, the Amarillo Symphony, and a drone show.

After moving to Wellington Square earlier this year, Jorge’s Tacos Garcia struggled with visibility until Amarillo stepped up. Read how a viral social media plea saved the beloved local spot and why continuous support is vital!

Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order directing state agencies to investigate "unlawful birth tourism schemes" in Texas and hold involved healthcare providers accountable.

Mid-July storms are making Lubbock roads hazardous. Learn the critical rules of recovering from a hydroplane, why tire tread matters, and why you should never risk driving through West Texas standing water.

Lifted trucks, muddy Jeeps, side-by-sides — Buffalo Springs Lake is turning its grounds into a 4x4 showcase this Saturday morning, and breakfast burritos are part of the deal.

Not sure if your family likes camping? Test it out for free! Join Amarillo Parks & Rec at Southeast Park on August 1-2 for an overnight campout with gear, food, s'mores, and movies provided. Sign up now!

Somewhere on Slide Road Wednesday afternoon, a burger-eating contest between military branches is about to settle something that drills and deployments never quite could.

It's not your typical home run contest. The setup in Clyde this summer rewards more than just raw power, and that changes everything for younger players.

Vacations are meant for relaxing, not stressing over app metrics! Read how one local driver managed rolling delivery quotas before a trip by relying on DoorDash's Platinum Pass system for a stress-free getaway.

Wesley's BBQ in Amarillo shut its doors earlier this year — but the pits never really went cold. There's a new chapter worth knowing about.