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June 2002
Table of Contents
Features
With EnvyPat Green’s fans—and they are legion—love his songs about the joys of Luckenbach and Lone Star beer. His critics—also legion—think his lyrics are trite. But no matter how you feel about him, there’s no denying that he’s the hottest country music act in Texas. And that he has made the state cool again. Alive and KickingNothing advertises your Texas bona fides more these days than a pair of handmade cowboy boots. Here's everything you need to know about them - how to tell a vamp from a pull, which toe style is right with a suit - and where to buy the best. Round TwoA year ago old friends Paul Begala and Mark McKinnon mixed it up in these pages over the president's job performance. Now the die-hard Democrat and the loyal Bushie are back for a rematch, wrestling with tax cuts, the war on terrorism, and more. And the winner is. . . |
My Heart Belonged to DaddyMy father was a hard-hitting newspaperman, but he was also an old softy. That helps explain why until his death two years ago this month, he and I were members of a mutual admiration society. Lonesome CowboyA businessman with the Western virtues of courage and self-reliance. An aloof aristocrat who bought his way into Republican politics. Who is the real David Dewhurst, and why are so many people so unenthusiastic about his campaign for lieutenant governor? Even Cowgirls Get Their DueOn June 7 the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame opens in - where else? - Cowtown. So saddle up and mosey on over to this tribute to such illustrious women of the West as Tad Lucas, Dale Evans, and Sandra Day O'Connor. |
Columns
FaithFathers and SinsWhat happens to your belief in God when your son commits suicide after being molested by a priest? That's a question Nancy and Pat Lemberger have been struggling with for years. SportsHartbrokenWhen general manager John Hart arrived in Arlington last November, he promised to turn the Texas Rangers into winners. Then the team got off to its worst start in history. Some things never change. |
BusinessTogether at LastCompaq and Hewlett-Packard have completed the largest merger in the history of the technology industry, but is that good news for Houston and Texas? Food and DrinkFallen StarPlenty of buzz and a distinctive menu couldn't keep Austin's Star Canyon from closing after just fourteen months. I didn't see it coming, but now I know one recipe for recipe for failure. FamilyPrehistory LessonThree sites near Del Rio with outstanding examples of rock art makes learning about ancient history fun for moms and dads. Kids too. |
Reporter
ReporterMike MosesDallas schools superintendent Mike Moses makes progress—and more money than anyone else. |
The Filter
Pat’s PickPat's Pick |
Pat’s PickOn the RoadPat’s PickPrimary Flavors |
Miscellany
Web Exclusives
Tuned InAt Bo Knows Southwest Grill in Winters, co-owner Marlene Gardner's art is on display. She hopes her leather angels speak to others as they speak to her. Trivial PursuitSenior editor Anne Dingus tests your knowledge of cowgirl minutiae. Boys Will Be GirlsTony Curtis stars in a new version of Some Like It Hot, the musical based on the 1959 Billy Wilder movie. The show premieres in Houston. Green's DayExecutive editor Skip Hollandsworth talks about Pat Green and this month's cover story, "With Envy." The Next 25 BootmakersMore of the best bootmakers in the state. |
Texas on the PlateTexas on the Plate Texas History 101Outstanding Texas cowgirls have been around for a long time—blazing the way for future generations. Texas TidbitsCalling all Southern gentlemen . . . if you're out there. Happy TrailsThe Marble Falls area not only offers numerous lakes but also good restaurants and loads of fun. |
Recipes
Insalata CipolleThis cool onion and bean salad makes a substantial appetizer or can be combined with bread and cold cuts to make a light main course. |
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