Visitors to the Battleship Texas Restoration Tours will have the rare opportunity to view one of the ship’s most iconic features—the foretop—beginning January 2025. While the structure remains on shore during restoration, the new tour […]
Film Explores 180 Years of Galveston-Texas City Pilots’ Critical Role
The Galveston-Texas City Pilots Association, one of the oldest pilot groups in the nation, is the focus of a new feature-length documentary set to premiere January 11 at The Grand 1894 Opera House. Titled “Sentinels […]
Unique Heavy-Lift Vessel Docks at Port of Galveston
The Port of Galveston recently welcomed a remarkable vessel owned by T&T Marine, the VB-10000, a heavy-lift, twin-gantry catamaran barge. This unique ship arrived on Wednesday afternoon and is set to undergo maintenance at Gulf Copper […]
Tiny Tribute: “World’s Tiniest Buc-ee’s” Brings Big Smiles to West Texas
In a playful nod to the Texas-sized reputation of Buc-ee’s convenience stores, the “World’s Tiniest Buc-ee’s” has carved out a unique spot along Highway[…]
West Texas Wonder: The Majestic Mitre Peak
Towering at 6,190 feet above sea level, Mitre Peak is a geological marvel nestled in southeastern Jeff Davis County, just eleven miles southeast of Fort Davis. This striking formation stands out as a rugged sentinel of the Texas landscape, […]
Engel Orchards: A Family Tradition of Farm-Fresh Flavor in Fredericksburg
Nestled between Fredericksburg and Stonewall on the scenic Texas Hill Country wine trail, Engel Orchards has been a cornerstone of local agriculture for three generations. Located at 9885 U.S. Highway 290, this family-run orchard is beloved for its seasonal peaches, plums, and […]
Savor BBQ and Mystery at The Sighting in Sanderson, TX
Nestled in the heart of West Texas, Sanderson is a small town with a big flavor. Known as the “Cactus Capital of Texas,” Sanderson offers visitors breathtaking desert landscapes, dark skies perfect for stargazing, and a […]
Discover the Mesa de Anguilla on a Guided Big Bend Adventure
For those seeking an unforgettable outdoor experience, Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company is offering a two-day, fully guided backpacking trip to the breathtaking Mesa de Anguilla in Big Bend National Park on February 27-28, 2025. […]
Texas Game Wardens on Duty Amid Winter Storm
Braving snow and icy conditions, Texas Game Wardens remain on the frontlines, assisting state and local partners in responding to the challenges posed by winter weather. Equipped for harsh conditions, the wardens are ready to […]
Big Bend National Park Expansion Push Carries Into 2025
Efforts to expand Big Bend National Park westward toward Terlingua will continue in 2025 after legislative setbacks in the 118th Congressional Session, reports the Big Bend Sentinel. The Big Bend National Park Boundary Adjustment Act (S.1059), […]
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