Lori Fradkin
Columns | Miscellany
07.2004
Web Exclusives
Texas Tidbits
Four notable stadiums in Texas have hosted professional football over the years.
Texas History 101
Nominating presidential candidates in Texas seems like conventional wisdom for Republicans, but so far it's happened only twice.
Texas History 101
From World War II to Operation Iraqi Freedom, Fort Hood has remained a stalwart structure in U.S. military history.
Land Rover
Scott Cohen, the executive chef at La Mansion del Rio Hotel, in San Antonio, puts a Texas twist on Provençal cooking.
New School
Garza High School principal Vicki Baldwin talks about the daily assault on public education, President George W. Bush's No Child Left Behind policy, and what a non- traditional school like Garza has to offer kids.
World View
Executive editor Mimi Swartz on Texas bashing and the return of the cowboy stereotype.
Cave Clan
As Natural Bridge Caverns celebrates forty years since its dedication, its patron family looks back on three generations of cave life.
Going for the Gold
Photographer Michael O'Brien, who took portraits of Olympic hopefuls for "The Magnificent Seven," discusses how to get the perfect pose.
Great Divide
Executive editor S.C. Gwynne on the controversy among Episcopal leaders and the future of the Anglican Church.
Grieving Process
Writer-at-large Cecilia Ballí, who wrote this month’s feature “The Unknown Soldier”, discusses reporting a story about death and the need for media sensitivity.
Texas Tidbits
The Olympics bring fame to medal winners, but sometimes the luster fades and names are forgotten. Here's a list of a few Texas-born sports heroes who may not have made it on your radar screen.
Texas Tidbits
Over the years, filmmakers have tried to capture the essence of Texas athletics through comedy and drama. These movies tackle the deep-seated sports culture of the state.
Texas History 101
Sul Ross State University may be small in size, but its commitment to education has been grand.
Going Coastal
Writer-at-large Suzy Banks talks about tourism in Galveston, moray eels in Kemah, and war stories in Port Isabel.
Charlie’s Angel
Associate editor John Spong on his twelve-step program for former congressman and wild man Charlie Wilson.
Fast Times
Senior editor Pamela Colloff on methamphetamine's grip on East Texas, talking to addicts, and what it's like to follow around narcotics investigators.
Texas History 101
Nearly one hundred years after its founding, the Imperial Sugar Company remains sweet on Texas.
War Torn
Senior editor Gary Cartwright on the battle between the evildoers and the whiners and the future of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas.
Gig 'em
Senior executive editor Paul Burka, who wrote this month's cover story, "Corps Values," talks about diversity at A&M, the future of the Corps of Cadets, and Aggie traditions.
Family Feud
Gig 'em Horns? Hook 'em Aggies? As a child, I got mixed signals from my football-fanatic family.
Dingus Dishes
Just call her Super Texan. Lone Star guru and Texas Monthly senior editor Anne Dingus launches a new column this month. Here, she shares her thoughts on cacti, culture, and correcting misperceptions.
Yang Style
Photographer Peter Yang on getting Aggies to pose for their portrait and what makes a good picture.
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