February 2002
February 2002
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Features
Where To Eat NowWant to know where to find remarkable roast chicken? Terrific shrimp tacos? Cloudlike chèvre cheesecake? Having munched my way across the state, I have the answers. Chow, Baby. Can Rick Perry Stand On His Own?And just how long are his coattails? Texs politics is always interesting, but this year—with two formidable tickets, four big races, and a healthy debate over whether this is still a two-party state—promises to be one for the books. Plus:Photo ShootArt director Scott Dadich talks about photographer Dan Winters and producing twelve pages of unforgettable images of politicians. |
Mission: ImpossibleRumor has it that director Ron Howard and screenwriter John Sayles are coming to Austin this spring to make a $100 million movie about the Alamo. It may be too much to ask that they get Texas' defining battle right (since no one knows what really happened), but I've got my fingers crossed—and a few friendly words of advice. Durst Case ScenariosLast September a human torso was found floating in Galveston Bay—a gruesome discovery that opened a window into the bizarre life of the accused murderer, New York multimillionaire Robert Durst. Which Side of the Fence Are You On?All over Texas, ranchers are putting up eight-foot fences to keep their deer from roaming so they can charge more for hunting leases. Purists say shooting such deer doesn't amount to "fair chase." Biologists say penning them in causes disease. I say it's the best thing that could happen to the land. |
Columns
HealthBioterrified?If you think your flulike symptoms could be anthrax, don't call your HMO—call your doctor. And other advice the television "experts" should have told you. BusinessUp in the AirSince September 11, Texas' big three airlines—American, Continental, and Southwest—have struggled to survive. Here's their flight plan for the future. SportsGreen With EnvyThe University of North Texas Mean Green Eagles had one of their most exciting football seasons ever last year. Too bad everyone was talking about UT. |
TravelLove BirdsIf you want the romance in your marriage to take flight, take a cue from the whooping cranes of the Texas coast. MusicPolka DottyBitter ethnic rivalries. Fragmented musical styles. Who knew that polka fans could be so hard-core? Not Denton's Brave Combo. |
Reporter
The Filter
Pat's PickStreet SmartPat's PickPrimary Flavors |
Pat's PickOn The Road |
Miscellaneous
The Last RoundupDon Imus Has HeartIn New Mexico—far West Texas to you and me—my old friend the radio jock runs a ranch for kids with cancer, and you thought he was all talk. RecipeMeyer-Lemon Pudding CakeThis fabulous dessert uses Meyer lemons and blood oranges, but regular lemons and oranges may be substituted. RecipeDutch BabiesPlus:Oh, Baby!When you tire of oatmeal and toast, head to Fort Worth for a special breakfast treat. |
Web ExtraPerry's PlaceSenior executive editor Paul Burka tells the story behind this month's cover story, "Can Rick Perry Stand on His Own?" Web ExtraFlying AcesSeptember 11 changed the airline industry. It's a good thing that the state's top airlines each have the right guy calling the shots. Texas History 101Stocking up on tradition in Fort Worth. Texas TidbitsHow snake savvy are you? Find out with a roundup on Texas snakes that's sure to make you slither. Happy TrailsThe Fort Davis area has a lot to offer—like the McDonald Observatory, the Davis Mountains State Park, and some peace and quiet. |
Chisum Trail (Sat Jul 5 at 12:13 PM)
Oh Big Brother, Where Art Thou (Fri Jul 4 at 9:30 AM)
Clay Felker (Tue Jul 1 at 11:15 AM)
Madam, I'm Adam (Sun Jun 22 at 4:34 PM)
Eating Vancouver (Mon Jun 30 at 10:04 PM)
