May 2002
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Features
San Antonio to El Paso on U.S. 90 and Interstate 10An old opera house, Judge Roy Bean's grave, ancient pictographs—and a drug blimp. Galveston to Quanah on Texas Highway 6A secret garden, a drive-through feedstore, presidential papers, tasty pinto beans—and a Picasso. Wichita Falls to Brownsville on U.S. 281Rare books, blueberry pie, a faith healer's shrine—and one deep hole. Beaumont to Texarkana on U.S. 69, FM 1013, Texas Highways 87 and 21, and U.S. 59Cypress swamps, Tex Ritter memorabilia—and a spot that spooked Spielberg. Brownsville to Laredo on U.S. 83 and Mexico Highway 2Vintage jukeboxes, puffed tacos, a deserted village—and a vision of Tom Landry. |
San Antonio to Loving on Texas Highway 16Huge apple pies, a Japanese submarine, handmade soaps—and a dressed flea. Austin to Caddo Lake on Interstate 35, U.S. 79, and Texas Highway 43African Masks, two old steam locomotives, Lady Bird's childhood home-and miniature donkeys. Fredericksburg to Amarillo on U.S. 87Black-chinned hummingbirds, rusting tractors, chuckwagon breakfasts— and a restored brothel. Galveston to Corpus on FM 521, Texas Highway 35, and other roadsSnow geese, the Big Tree, sandy beaches— and one gigantic chemical plant. Route 66Grain elevators, road coffee, the "town " of Amarillo—and a cowboy named bronc. My Favorite Road TripDennis Quaid, Kay Bailey Hutchison, Dick DeGuerin, and other big wheels tell all. |
Columns
PoliticsRight Makes MightAfter a conservative think tank used its clout to help scuttle a science textbook, some Republicans declared victory. The rest declared war. TexanaCold ComfortTexans turn to Dairy Queen for more than just Hungr-Busters, Steak Finger Country Baskets, and Blizzards. They also come for a taste of days gone by. |
MediaTune In, Turn OnWhy Grand Prarie's Bobby Patterson of KKDA-AM is my favorite deejay in Texas. BooksGiantMaster of the Senate, Robert Caro's third volume on the life of Lyndon Johnson, is an exhaustive study of power, persuasion, and private parts. ArtMoving PicturesAt Houston's FotoFest 2002, digital art took center stage as never before-and proved that the Next Big Thing might really be the next big thing. |
Reporter
The Filter
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Pat’s PickPrimary Flavors |
Miscellaneous
Web ExtraRoad RulesIf you need a refresher course on the basic courtesies of driving—both in the city and on the highway—here are ten tips that will keep you in the fast lane. Web ExtraThe RookieMiguel Salas talks about his role as a Big Lake Owl baseball player in the film The Rookie. Web ExtraLitter SpottingA new ad campaign hopes to get drivers to stop littering by getting up-close and personal with trash. Web ExtraOn the RoadSenior editor Michael Hall, who wrote about Arnold "Pee Wee" Kornegay, and others tell the story behind this month's cover story, "Drive, We Said." |
Web ExtraSharp ShooterRichard Young knows it takes a lot of practice—and a little natural ability—to be a proficient cowboy action-shooter. Texas History 101Sure, you drive a Chevy, drink Dr Pepper, and eat exclusively at your local diner. But is your baseball glove a Nokona? Texas TidbitsTexas towns and their claims to fame. Happy TrailsSpend a great weekend sightseeing in San Antonio. RecipeVietnamese-Style Summer RollThese Vietnamese summer rolls are from Blowfish in Arlington. They are light, refreshing, and perfect for a hot-weather appetizer. |
New poll will examine GOP's troubles in Texas (Tue Dec 2 at 10:55 AM)
Meltdown (Tue Dec 2 at 11:25 AM)
Rick Riordan on Texas Monthly Talks (Mon Dec 1 at 6:43 PM)
