North Texas Archives

March 3, 2023

What’s Up With All the Kangaroos on the Loose in Texas?

Two ’roos recently went walkabout, calling attention to the fact that in Texas it’s legal to keep them as pets—but that doesn’t mean you should.

By Charles Scudder

Byron Bennett, left, and Dr. Jonas Salk in the University of Pittsburgh lab in 1954-55.

Texas History|

March 15, 2022

The Forgotten Texas Scientist Who Helped Develop the Polio Vaccine

Northeast Texas–born Byron Bennett was one of four key researchers on the team that created the lifesaving vaccine, but the spotlight shone only on Jonas Salk.

By Mary Beth Gahan

Bobsleigh pilot Elana Meyers Taylor and Sylvia Hoffman of the USA on the ice track.

Sports|

February 18, 2022

Hey, Texas, We Have a Bobsled Team!

The state is no winter sports juggernaut, but we still sent three Olympians to compete in Beijing this month—and two will go for gold this weekend.

By Jason Cohen

Travel & Outdoors|

January 21, 2022

Explore an Old Zoo in the North Texas Town of Cisco

Rocky paths wend their way past the crumbling ruins of animal dens, making for a one-of-a-kind nature walk.

By Pam LeBlanc

Hunting & Fishing|

November 13, 2021

Duck Duck Duck: Where to Hunt Three Popular Breeds in Texas

Ready to commit murder most fowl?

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Sports|

July 27, 2021

Gold Medalist Michelle Carter Is Tired of Hearing “Shot Put Is Not Sexy”

The three-time Olympian from North Texas and daughter of Super Bowl champ Michael Carter reminds us that greatness comes from within.

By Rafe Bartholomew

Books|

June 22, 2021

Debut Novelist Kelsey McKinney on Losing Her Religion and Leaving Texas

A conversation with the author of the moving and assured ‘God Spare the Girls.’