June 1995

May 31, 1995 — By Carol Chapman

Once he raced cars; now he builds them. Even at 72, it seems, Carroll Shelby can’t slow down.

May 31, 1995 — By Joe Nick Patoski

Travel Info Before you go, write or call the South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Bureau (Box 3500, South Padre Island 78597; 800-343-2368) and load up on the helpful brochures; or on your way in, stop at the Visitors Center at 600 Padre Boulevard. When to Go Depending on the…

May 31, 1995 — By Jan Jarboe Russell

The tensions between the demans of the spirit and the demands of the world defined my marriage—and destroyed it.

May 31, 1995 — By Helen Thompson

After years of arguing that vigorous activity is a key to good health, Kenneth Cooper is exercising his right to change his mind.

May 31, 1995 — By Anne Dingus

From “Lone State Doom” to “Land of Violent Men,” a look back at Texas’ classic pulp fiction.

May 31, 1995 — By Paul Burka

George W. Bush got elected governor by promising to focus on welfare, education, tort reform, and juvenile crime. After his first one hundred days, he’s batting a thousand.

May 31, 1995 — By Gary Cartwright

… but can it last? That’s what Galveston officials are wondering as they put the finisheng touches on a nearly $6 million renourishment project—just in time for hurricane season.

May 31, 1995 — By Joe Nick Patoski

Our complete guide to a great vacation on South Padre Island: the best spot for tanning, who serves the freshest seafood, how to rent scuba gear, where to see the prettiest sunset, and more.

May 31, 1995 — By clevehattersley

I had everything it took to win the Mr. Romance Cover Model pageant—except for the looks and the body.

May 31, 1995 — By Gregory Curtis

May 31, 1995 — By dancichalski

At the 1995 state high school wrestling championships, pinning wasn’t everything. It was the only thing.

May 31, 1995 — By Robert Draper

When Grover Lewis died on April 16, he left a legacy of unwashed greatness. That’s how he would have wanted it.

May 31, 1995 — By Joe Nick Patoski

Each week, record promoters flock to see Redbeard, the Dallas radio programmer with an ear for the best new music.

May 31, 1995 — By Paul Burka and Jan Jarboe Russell

May 31, 1995 — By Texas Monthly

May 31, 1995 — By Texas Monthly

Jan 20, 2013 — By Patricia Sharpe

This alfresco feast from Eureka!, a Dallas restaurant and gourmet-to-go emporium (4011 Villanova), can turn a backyard cookout or tailgate picnic into a classy occasion. A grilled chicken breast marinated in lemon and garlic provides this custom menu’s mainstay, with assistance from an emphatic tomato-basil sauce touched with Parmesan.

May 31, 1995 — By Paul Burka

The only surprise about the closing of Houston’s oldest papers was that it took so long.

May 31, 1995 — By Jan Jarboe Russell

The daughters of San Antonio’s most conspicuous family star in their own how-to videos.

May 31, 1995 — By Jan Reid

The Secret Service lost a good man in the Oklahoma blast—and I lost an old friend.

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Recipe from Eureka!, 4011 Villanova, Dallas 8 ears of corn, shucked 2 red bell peppers Juice of 1 lime Juice of 1 1/2 oranges 1/3 cup finely chopped cilantro 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Recipe from Eureka!, 4011 Villanova, Dallas 2 egg whites Pinch of salt 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 pints fresh mixed strawberries and raspberries Sugar to taste Hazelnut or almond flavoring Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Whip egg whites and salt until…

Jan 20, 2013 — By Texas Monthly

Recipes from Eureka!, 4011 Villanova, Dallas 4 whole chicken breasts Juice of 1 lemon 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon zest 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon minced garlic 3 tablespoons chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper…