Photograph by Randal Ford.
August 2009
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Features
The 50 Greatest Hamburgers In TexasOn our first-ever quest for the state’s best burgers, we covered more than 12,000 miles, ate at more than 250 restaurants, and gained, collectively, more than 40 pounds. Our dauntless determination (and fearless fat intake) was rewarded with a list of 50 transcendent burgers—and you’ll never guess which one ended up on top. Check out our Best Burger section.
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Bringing Down the DogmenThe bust that nabbed Houston’s top dogfighters was the work of two gutsy undercover cops who knew that the only way to infiltrate this secret world was to become dogfighters themselves. Pitch PerfectWhat’s the secret to writing a great country song? Which comes first, music or lyrics? Looking to answer these and other questions, we gathered a group of singer-songwriters—Guy Clark, Robert Earl Keen, Sonny Throckmorton, Patty Griffin, and Jack Ingram—set out a couple guitars, and let the tape roll.
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Columns
Behind the LinesHullabalooRick Perry is the first Aggie governor in history. But as the current crisis shows, he’s been nothing but trouble for Texas A&M.
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Oscar CasaresTherapy RoomAn exclusive excerpt from writer-at-large Oscar Casares's forthcoming first novel, Amigoland
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Reporter
The Horse’s MouthBeing a Multimedia JournalistThe CNN contributor and syndicated columnist talks about the future of media. The TexanistOffering Fine Advice Since 2007Does keeping a found twelve-pack of beer constitute stealing?
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Book ReviewTrust MeBook ReviewRhino RanchAuthor InterviewCecil KuhneMusic ReviewDouble-BookedMusic ReviewOctahedronArtist InterviewNina Diaz |
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Miscellany
Editor’s LetterGrease and DesistRoar of the CrowdThe Fifth Horseman of the Apocalypse: Gary Cartwright |
ContributorsMatt Rainwaters, Michael Hall and T. J. Tucker. |
Web Exclusives
Celebrity CravingsA few notable Texans tell us about the burgers they can’t do without. The Biggest Burger EverIt may well be at Arnold’s, in Amarillo. Think twenty pounds of unseasoned meat and some forty slices of American cheese (if you please). Can anyone say “supersize”? Burger KingThe singular—and gloriously greasy—quest of Noel Kersh. Thrill of the GrillHow to cook the perfect burger. Making BurgersWe hear that it all starts with the patty. Living the DreamFor 35 years, the Big Burger and Coca Cola Museum was that nebulous wonder of Monahans—and that’s just the way its founders, Elaine and Dan Wetzig, wanted it. G-L-O-R-I-AWhen the legendary Liberty Lunch club closed in July 1999, senior editor and musician Michael Hall came up with a way to say goodbye to an era—play “Gloria” for 24 hours straight. Fashion ForwardA look at Austin’s first Fashion Week. Mayor LeagueThe Houston mayor’s race gets interesting (finally). The Young and the RestlessHow young is too young to say “I Do” (and how old is too old)? |
Mismanaged CareA unique confluence of medicine, money, and politics is driving health care costs in the Rio Grande Valley. At the center of it all is a Democrat from Palmview, who is already under indictment for unreported income. Fight ClubWithout the cooperation of Texas law enforcement, the dogfighting subculture will continue to thrive. Life CoachThe long-time coach of the Texas A&I Javelinas looks back on his twenty-one years of football. Sex, Lies, and VideotapesThe Texas attorney general takes a second look at the Mineola child sex ring cases. Soul FoodJulie Powell, the author, blogger, and inspiration for the film Julie & Julia, discusses living in New York, missing Austin, and seeing her life on the big screen. Cold CashConvicted congressman William Jefferson owes this former pollster money. Something tells me I'm not going to collect. Rising in the EastThe changing face of East Austin and the people who call it home. Mobile EatsIn the hip city of Austin, trailer food is fast becoming übercool. Eunice and MeI once played guitar for Eunice Shriver, the woman with the beautiful smile. An Open LetterIf you’re not part of my health care solution, you’re part of my problem. |
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