Entrepreneurship
February 19, 2013
Military Veterans Have a Unique Path to Business Ownership
Former navy specialist Liz Perez-Halperin discusses a few start-up resources available to Texas veterans.
Articles
February 15, 2013
Lone Star Court Ground-Breaking Event
Lone Star Court, an authentic Americana roadside hotel by Valencia Group, recently celebrated their construction progress at their new location in the Domain. Valencia Group leadership, Austin CVB and Chamber of Commerce members, investors, and community leaders all came out to witness this ground-breaking concept come to life.
February 14, 2013
Editor’s Letter
Austin is known, somewhat ostentatiously, as the Live Music Capital of the World, but as any longtime resident knows, the best show in town is not a musical performance at all. In fact, it is mostly tuneless, it has little in the way of rhythm, and no one has ever tried
Bad Idea
February 13, 2013
History Teacher Lassoes Student Around the Neck
Accidentally, while trying to demonstrate (on his students) how cowboys herd steer.
February 13, 2013
North Korea Finally Found an American It Can Get Behind (Or At Least Follow on Twitter)
The nation follows only three accounts on Twitter, one of which is a 25-year-old Austin-based investor.
February 13, 2013
Texas Scene
Austin Cattle Baron’s Ball Kick-Off EventThe Billiard FactoryJanuary 24, 2013Austin Two-Steppin’ to SundanceCisero’s RistoranteJanuary 19, 2013Park City, Utah
Longreads
February 12, 2013
Trouble in Mind
Andre Thomas is deeply mentally ill. He is also a vicious murderer. How should he be punished?
February 12, 2013
The Texanist: Can Texas License Plates Support Rival Sports Teams?
Offering Fine Advice Since 2007
Film & TV
February 12, 2013
Dazed and Amazed
Has Richard Linklater just completed the greatest trilogy in film history?
Roar of the Crowd
February 12, 2013
Roar of the Crowd
Readers respond to the February 2013 issue.
Sports
February 12, 2013
The Man Who Fell to Earth
After decades as one of the most admired athletes on the planet and one of the toughest competitors ever to ride a bike, Lance Armstrong is facing a new challenge: how to come back from a very public disgrace.
Critters
February 12, 2013
The Alligator Gar
The most misunderstood swamp creature of them all.
Texas Scene
February 11, 2013
Austin Cattle Baron’s Ball Kick-Off Event
The Billiard Factory in Austin welcomed committee members, donors, board members, and friends of the Austin Cattle Baron’s Ball for a special celebration to kick off the upcoming Cattle Baron’s Ball in February. Click here to see more pictures.
Entrepreneurship
February 11, 2013
Some College Students Aren’t Waiting Until Graduation to Start a Business
Technologist, entrepreneur, and Texas A&M university student Jon Moeller found that the best way to develop his new business was to do it with the help of a school-sponsored startup accelerator.
Court of Inquiry
February 8, 2013
Another Chapter Closes in the Michael Morton Case
The final day of the court of inquiry into alleged prosecutorial misconduct by former Williamson County D.A. Ken Anderson ended with the man who helped put Michael in prison for 25 years for a crime he didn't commit calling the accusations against him "so bogus it’s unreal.”
EVENTS
February 8, 2013
BMW invites you to the March Issue Launch Party
Come meet Jordan Breal, Texas Monthly’s intrepid travel authority and get the inside scoop on exploring East Austin—the subject of her March issue feature. Mix and mingle, enjoy delicious bites and libations and see the BMW line of ultimate driving machines.THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 • 6-8 P.M. BMW OF AUSTIN •
Business
February 8, 2013
Texas Business Report: Film Fund May Be Slashed
Tightening the budget means the Lege may reduce film incentive spending by nearly $30 million, a decision that could end up costing millions in economic impact.
Travel
February 8, 2013
Arizona
Deep canyons with striking sun-lit formations and luxury resorts. Spectacular natural settings and sophisticated urban activities.
February 7, 2013
Orange Show Art Car Parade
April 13Central Librarysaplf.orgThis free festival will offer book lovers up-close encounters with about 50 of their favorite Texas and national authors at readings, panel discussions and signings. Special tents will feature a variety of food, cooking demonstrations and musical entertainment while story telling and learning activities will
Court of Inquiry
February 7, 2013
Ken Anderson’s Court of Inquiry Continues
More testimony suggested that the former Williamson County D.A. may have withheld evidence that could have proven the innocence of Michael Morton.
Bogus Lists
February 5, 2013
Single Ladies in Texas Get Their Pickings
Three of the Top Ten cities for single women are in Texas, according to an online study.
February 5, 2013
Austin Fly Fishing Film Tour
April 18The Paramount TheatreAustinflyfilmtour.comFor America’s fishing community, the Fly Fishing Film Tour is the entertainment event of the year. Some of the best outdoor film makers attempt to entertain and education outdoor enthusiasts with their cutting edge films. The Film Tour travels to 85 North American cities
Court of Inquiry
February 5, 2013
Ken Anderson’s Court of Inquiry: Day One
Michael Morton testifies at the inquiry for the former Williamson County district attorney who sent him to prison for a crime he didn't commit.
Court of Inquiry
February 3, 2013
Michael Morton Update: The Court of Inquiry Begins
Ken Anderson, the former Williamson County D.A. who prosecuted Michael, will essentially go on trial as the subject of a “court of inquiry,” an arcane legal procedure used to investigate possible wrongdoing by state officials.
Art
February 3, 2013
Cadillac Ranch Could Be Torn Down
How the sex scandal consuming Amarillo art patron Stanley Marsh 3 also might bring down America's most famous roadside attraction.
February 2, 2013
Houston International Festival
April 21–22 & 27–28Downtown HoustonHoustonifest.orgWith six stages of music, numerous art displays, and a celebration of food with local Houston vendors, the Houston International Festival will be held in downtown Houston during the weekends of April 20-21 and 27-28. Spotlighting Argentina, the 24nd annual celebration
February 2, 2013
Live Fire!
April 25The SaltlickAustinaustinfoodwinealliance.orgSponsored by the Austin Food & Wine Alliance, Live Fire is a beef-oriented event at the Saltlick in Austin. Many different local chefs will compete in an American-Idol style to win the fan favorite dish. The evening of supreme food and drink will raise funds
February 1, 2013
Denton Arts & Jazz Festival
April 26–28Denton Quakertown Parkdentonjazzfest.com The Denton Arts & Jazz Festival will host over 2,800 musicians, artists and performers at Denton Quakertown Park. Bring your whole family to enjoy seven stages of jazz, blues, and cross-cultural music, six food courts and the Children’s Art Tent for festival-goers 12 and
Crime
January 31, 2013
Meanwhile, in Lufkin… January Edition
Our favorite recent items from the Lufkin Daily News’ police blotter.
January 31, 2013
Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball
April 27The George Ranch Historical ParkHoustoncattlebaronsball.orgCelebrating their silver anniversary, the Houston Cattle Baron’s Ball will host Texas’ own, the Josh Abbott Band, to entertain and help raise money for the American Cancer Society. On April 27th, enjoy a festive night of dinner, dancing, and prizes. The event
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.
Media
January 29, 2013
Happy 40th Birthday To Us
A sneak peek of the cover of our fortieth anniversary issue and an important announcement regarding the future of TM Daily Post.
January 29, 2013
Spring Lucchese Classics Trunk Show
May 4Pinto RanchHoustonpintoranch.com Lucchese reps will be in-store with the Handmade Classics collection plus choice leather hides and skins to choose from for your own unique pair of special order boots. Be fitted by the Lucchese experts and choose from the largest inventory of handmade boots in the
Books
January 28, 2013
Bexar County Public Library Will Be Entirely Digital
Announced a judge who himself has 1,000 first editions in his personal library.
January 26, 2013
Charles Beckendorf Gallery Spring Show
May 18 Charles Beckendorf Gallery Fredericksburgbeckendorf.comVisit the Spring Show and see all the beautiful giclees, prints, hand watercolors, and books by Texas legendary artist, Charles Beckendorf. Enjoy a glass of wine or beer and find that perfect addition to your home or office.
San Antonio
January 24, 2013
Considering the Cactus
A Lament on Roots, Bexar County, TX
San Antonio
January 24, 2013
San Antonio Rose
I used to think my hometown was a sleepy, slow-moving place where nothing much would ever happen. But forty years after I left, the city is a bustling, economically vibrant, progressive place I hardly recognize—in a good way.
Houston
January 24, 2013
Found in Translation
Activist Glenda Joe on the immigrant experience in Houston.
Houston
January 24, 2013
On Hillcroft
When driving down 59 after work you squint at the setting sun that glares redly in your eye, and around you the cars have become an ocean of unmoving metal, come to Hillcroft.Nothing to eat at home except what you might pull out of the freezer. Piles of bills, TV,
Houston
January 24, 2013
My Montrose
Forty years (and more) of the exuberant, eclectic neighborhood where I was born, grew as a writer, and found inspiration for the early pages of this magazine.
Media
January 24, 2013
A Tale of Six Cities
Modern Texas, as told through the archives of Texas Monthly.
Houston
January 24, 2013
This Is Texas
Why the capital should rightfully be Houston, not Austin.
Border & Immigration
January 24, 2013
The Other Ellis Island
Segundo Barrio, with its turn-of-the-century tenement buildings and dozens of brightly colored murals, is one of the most historic neighborhoods in the country. As the first community that immigrants encounter after crossing the Rio Grande from Juárez, it is known as the Ellis Island of the border, and over the
El Paso
January 24, 2013
An Ode to Album Park
Forty years ago I would burrow inside the nose cone of a three-story rocket slide at Album Park. Not Eastwood Park—officials have force-fed El Pasoans that name since the park opened, in 1968, but, like ketchup on hamburgers, we don’t ever use it. Peering through the steel rods that made
El Paso
January 24, 2013
A Night at Chico’s
Savoring an institution from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
El Paso
January 24, 2013
The Best Laid Plan
El Paso’s latest urban redevelopment scheme is one of the nation’s most far-reaching and innovative. It is also, as any resident will tell you, one of its most contentious.
El Paso
January 24, 2013
Pride and Prejudice
It’s time for Texas to get smart about its westernmost—and most ignored—city, where an old pass tracks the route of our future.
Fort Worth
January 24, 2013
Do Call It Dallas–Fort Worth
All my life we’ve wanted top billing. But in the eyes of the world, we’re forever the sidekick: Dallas–Fort Worth. We’ve tried, over the years, to use that thirty-mile-long hyphen between the cities like a battering ram, deriding our rival for having fewer museums, no Bass brothers, and no sense
Sports
January 24, 2013
In Praise of My Sports Town
How I’m learning to love the Cowboys. And the Mavericks. And the Rangers. And the Stars. And . . .
Dallas
January 24, 2013
Sonya’s Homecoming
A return to the Trinity.