Being Texan
August 25, 2023
How Moving to Texas Helped Me Understand My Parents’ Obsession With the State
Growing up in Georgia, I wanted nothing more than to be a Texan. When I finally moved here, I learned what that really meant.
Texas
News & Politics
August 14, 2023
Sometimes Texas Isn’t Number One
Wounding as it may be to our deeply ingrained sense of Texas exceptionalism, there are a number of seemingly Texas-y categories in which we don’t take the top spot. Here are a few.
News & Politics
August 14, 2023
We’re Number One!
. . . When it comes to producing renewable energy, winning golf tournaments, banning books, and closing rural hospitals. Why is Texas so darn great . . . and so darn awful?
BBQ
February 3, 2022
Kansas City Needs a BBQ Renaissance
Texas has it beat when it comes to beef-based barbecue. But a few upstart pitmasters are hoping to change KC's reputation.
Sponsored
June 23, 2021
Explore Corpus Christi at Lively Beach
Lively Beach, a new vacation rental, offers rooms and suites with private access to the pristine beach so that all one has to do is step out of their room to be a short walk away from the ultimate Texas beach getaway.
Sponsored
June 23, 2021
Eat Like a Texan in Corpus Christi
From micheladas that are basically meals to a fresh seafood dinner, there are so many dining experiences that are just as much part of the travel experience!
Being Texan
February 20, 2020
Texas Named the Second Most Sinful State in America
A new study applies pop-science data analysis to suggest we’re all going to hell.
Art
September 29, 2017
Art in the Shadow of Trump at the Texas Biennial
The 2017 Texas Biennial offers work from Texans around the state and across the border.
Style & Design
May 31, 2017
A Sign Painter’s Tour of Texas
David Bond of Lucky B Design journeys across the state, painting soon-to-be iconic signs all along the way.
Uncategorized
May 8, 2017
Will Texas Republicans Suffer for Their Obamacare Vote?
Nearly 700,000 Texans have ACA insurance in districts represented by Republicans who voted to eliminate it.
The Daily Post
July 12, 2016
Howdy! A Survey Finds That Texas Has Some Of The Friendliest Cities
Hey, we'll take it.
The Daily Post
September 4, 2015
The State of Texas: September 4, 2015
Deputy Darren Goforth laid to rest, Ted Cruz stops through Texas, and SAT scores are way down.
Being Texan
March 25, 2015
Welcome to Texas!
Every day more than a thousand people move to the Lone Star State. Lucky enough to be a new arrival? This crash course will get you thinking, eating, and talking like a native in no time. (Lucky enough to already be a native? You’ll be reminded of all the reasons
Politics & Policy
March 17, 2015
Florida Following Texas on Campus Carry
A bill to allow the carrying of concealed handguns on Texas college campuses briefly stalled in the Senate on Tuesday. But Florida is pressing ahead with similar legislation.
Burka Blog
March 16, 2015
Senate open carry debate lacked firepower
Senate debate on controversial open carry bill lacked enthusiasm.
Politics & Policy
March 16, 2015
Did Texas’ forefathers know more about handguns than today’s politicians?
Texas kept its post-Reconstruction ban on handguns to promote immigration and economic development, not as a Jim Crow law.
Politics & Policy
March 9, 2015
Rearranging the Property Tax Deck Chairs
More legislative proposals try to solve voter angst over property taxes
The Daily Post
March 3, 2015
Is Texas Southern, Western, or Truly a Lone Star?
Despite a century of homegrown rebranding efforts, some historians believe Texas remains as Dixie as ever.
Politics & Policy
March 3, 2015
Harvest of the skinflint
When adjusted for population growth and inflation, state spending has remained almost flat since 1994. Is there a price for such frugality?
Politics & Policy
March 1, 2015
California Republicans Charter Gay Rights Group as Volunteer Organization
The California Republican Party on Sunday approved the Log Cabin Republicans as an official volunteer organization. The Republican Party of Texas last year denied the Log Cabin Republicans even a booth in the exhibitors’ hall.
Politics & Policy
February 25, 2015
A Yardstick For the Culture Wars in Texas
A newly released survey finds Texans sharply divided on issues such as same-sex marriage and abortion, but overwhelmingly in favor of a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants who live here illegally.
Sports
September 25, 2014
Hindsight is +20: Looking Ahead (and Back) at College Football’s Early Gambling Lines (UPDATE)
Last year, Baylor was an eight-point underdog against the University of Texas prior to the season. Which lines will completely change this year?
Politics
March 12, 2013
Texas Legislature Earns Top Marks for Transparency
Regardless of your views, at least you know what's going on in there.
The Culture
February 19, 2013
Texas Couple Delivers Two Sets of Identical Twins
"Home run!" Dad said.
Energy
January 29, 2013
Texas Tenth in the Nation for Green Building
The Lone Star state constructed over 36 million square feet of energy-efficient space last year.
News & Politics
January 29, 2013
One Texas Lawmaker Wants Electric Vehicle Owners to Pay
Representative Drew Darby wants fuel-efficient vehicles, which naturally incur lower gas taxes, to be charged increased registration fees.
The Culture
January 21, 2013
It’s Spelled Y’all, Y’all.
If there’s one thing Texans love more than saying y’all, it’s a good argument. Texas Monthly readers react to the Department of Criminal Justice’s use of “ya’ll” instead of “y’all.”
Sports
January 21, 2013
February 2012 in Photos
Photos of five Texas news stories that captured the nation's attention this month.
January 21, 2013
Dust Bowl Texas: The Drought is Not Over
Don't let the recent rains fool you: ninety percent of Texas remains in a drought.
January 21, 2013
Texas Sees Largest Drop in Cattle Numbers in State History
And it will affect the steak-loving citizens of the state, as beef prices could jump up to ten percent this year.
Politics & Policy
January 21, 2013
Texans Are Not Sore Losers
Other presidential hopefuls from Texas have gracefully exited the stage when their time was over.
January 21, 2013
Texas 2011: The Year in Photos
Ten pictures of the moments and themes that defined this year.
January 21, 2013
Win the Weekend: What Texas is Talking About
Whether you’re enjoying icy oysters on a cold, winter night or you’re sitting through another relative’s diatribe about the economy, we’ll give you something to talk about.
Sports
January 20, 2013
Dead Men Walking
Coach Tom Penders and Houston’s Moment of March Madness in Spokane.
Feature
January 20, 2013
2005 Bum Steer Awards
Better close off the balcony too Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, of Houston, requested that a corridor in her Washington, D.C., office building be closed off for eight hours so that she could meet privately with singer Michael Jackson.4—6 minutes to high cholesterol An eighteen-wheeler overturned on Houston’s Loop 610, spilling
Music
January 1, 2013
Straight Outta Golden
At the Sweet Potato Festival with Nashville’s next big thing from small-town Texas.
The Culture
November 30, 2012
What the People of the Internet Think About Texas
According to Google searches.
Recipes
November 21, 2012
Thanksgiving Dishes from Renowned Texas Chefs
Turkey Day is upon us, and an abundance of families will be cooking fall-centric dishes at home tomorrow. In case you’re looking to scrounge up some last-minute Thanksgiving recipes, here are a few offerings from a handful of talented Texas chefs. Roasted Pumpkin Soup with Absinthe Crème Fraîche from Jason Dodge of Péché
Business
August 30, 2012
More Jobs Created in California Than Texas
New numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that California added some 142,000 more jobs than Texas in the last twelve months.
Politics & Policy
February 20, 2012
Babies-in-Chief: Texan Presidents as Children
Happy Presidents' Day! Before the three presidents from Texas were politicians they were ... babies. See baby pictures of LBJ, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush.
February 2, 2012
VIDEO: Huge Fireball Seen Over Much of Texas “Likely” a Meteor
Skywatchers (and schlubs who just happened to be outside around 8 p.m. Wednesday night) were treated to the sight of a large meteor streaking across the heavens.
The Culture
December 22, 2011
Merry Christmas! Twelve Gifts for Twelve Texans
What we'd like to get Rick Perry, Warren Jeffs, Willie Nelson, and other prominent Texans for Christmas.
Being Texan
December 12, 2011
Snarky Texas Tumblr Map Goes Viral
An Austinite’s profane, sarcastic (and NSFW) map of Texas makes its way around social media, prompting laughs and scoffs.
November 30, 2011
Welcome to the TM Daily Post
Come on in, and make yourself at home.
The Culture
November 28, 2011
Texas Gets the “Funny or Die” Treatment
Funny or Die's asteroid spoof proves that state size DOES matter.
November 28, 2011
Dust Bowl Texas: Drought’s Impact on Christmas Trees, Grapes, and Quail
The drought leaves nothing untouched. This week the ongoing drought impacts the state’s Christmas tree production, grapes, quail, and peanut butter sandwiches.
Politics & Policy
November 8, 2011
Voting on 10 Amendments and Other Local Initiatives
Texans who take the time to do their civic duty will consider ten proposed constitutional amendments, while local decisions range from picking Houston's mayor to banning booze on the Comal.
November 7, 2011
Dust Bowl Texas: The Latest Drought News
Summer's over, but the drought may never be, and it's affecting everything from tourism to pecan pie to horse welfare.
Eat My Words
November 2, 2011
Remember the Alamo, It’s “Top Chef: Texas” Time, Y’all!
We heard the rumors that the show was coming (and that producers tried to shut down tweets about it). We've read about the state tax breaks and the lawsuit and the omission of our biggest (and completely food-rich) city,
The Culture
November 1, 2011
Top Chef Doesn’t Skimp on the Texas Cliches
Bravo's cooking competition reality show, which premieres tonight, spends its ninth season in Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio.