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Thanksgiving dinner costs have changed dramatically. Compare the price of feeding 10 people in 1976 with the cost of a 2026 holiday meal.

Christmas assistance in Texas may be available for families worried about affording gifts, food, and other holiday expenses. Local charities, churches, and community organizations may offer seasonal support, while flexible ways to earn extra money can help some households manage costs...

A Houston parking scam is raising concerns for Texas drivers, especially those traveling to bigger cities for holiday shopping and nights out. One couple says they paid $20 to someone posing as a parking attendant. Here's what ParkHouston says about legitimate parking payments and how to protect yourself...

East Texas towns all have their own personalities, reputations and quirks. But what if they were the neighbors living right down the street from you? We imagined local communities as different types of neighbors, from the artsy one to the neighbor with a spooky side...

Wonder when a loud party, barking dog, or cluttered yard crosses the legal line in Lubbock? We break down Texas nuisance laws, Lubbock's official quiet hours, and how city code enforcement handles complaints.

Jim Gaffigan in Longview is bringing a night of comedy to the Belcher Center on Thursday, November 19, 2026. The comedian's Everything Is Wonderful tour begins at 7 p.m., and you could win a pair of tickets through our simple giveaway. Here's how to enter for your chance to see him live...

East Texas towns each have their own personality, so what would they sell if they had booths at First Monday Trade Days in Canton? We're imagining everything from practical finds to unusual treasures in this lighthearted list. See what we picked for your hometown and tell us what you'd sell instead...

East Texas home bakeries are giving local entrepreneurs a chance to turn their hobbies into small businesses. But recent reports of customers taking baked goods without paying the full amount raise an important reminder: supporting neighborhood businesses means paying for the products people work hard to make ...

Operation Turkey is giving away 1,000 free Thanksgiving meals in Killeen. Find out how to receive a meal or volunteer for the holiday drive today.

Looking for authentic German food in Texas? A famous critic named Zum Edelweiss a Harker Heights restaurant #2 in the state. See why it earned the title!

Lubbock Code Administration recently swept University Pines to enforce city ordinances. From unpaved parking and weeds over eight inches to junked vehicles, here are the main violations that can get you cited.

The night of November 11 is considered the prime viewing night for the yearly Taurids meteor shower. Here's why they produce such vibrant fireballs, and how to best view them.

Three kinds of peppers, zero dollars, and no limit. Faith2Farm in Lubbock is handing the harvest over to you.

A local initiative is working to preserve the legacy of military veterans buried at Concordia Cemetery in El Paso by restoring damaged, deteriorated and missing grave markers.

It's not all fun and games.

A potentially deadly scorpion calls Texas home- here's what to do if you encounter one.

Do you have a gator story from one of these rivers?

In 2004, the fountain at Fort Worth Water Gardens was responsible for four drownings in a single day.

Need something to do this weekend? East Texas has a little bit of everything, including Henderson's Heritage Syrup Festival, car shows, family activities, shopping and more.

Country music legend Clint Black is bringing his Number 1s Live On Tour to Lubbock's Buddy Holly Hall on March 14, 2027. Tickets are on sale now.

Dreams of cheating, exes, and snakes are trending across the U.S.—but in Texas, one search stands out above the rest.

Can you keep a dead deer that's been hit by a car? Can you cut off its antlers?

Tornadoes in Texas aren't just storms; they are potentially deadly forces of nature. Here is a look at the worst 10 in recorded history.

The Yard Mini Golf is preparing to open in Tyler, Texas, in early December, bringing a new 19-hole course to South Broadway. The family-friendly attraction will also feature a party room for celebrations and team-building events, along with rotating food trucks ...

East Texas towns have personalities as different as the breakfast foods we love. From chicken fried steak to avocado toast, we're matching local communities with breakfast favorites in a lighthearted list. See which breakfast food represents your hometown, and let us know if you think we got your town's order wrong...

Texas dog laws include protections for certain dogs kept outdoors, especially during extreme weather. The Safe Outdoor Dogs Act requires adequate shelter and other safeguards for dogs left outside and unattended while restrained. Here's what East Texas pet owners should know as temperatures drop and freezing weather approaches ...

Discover El Paso restaurants and businesses offering free meals, discounts and special deals for veterans and active-duty military members on November 11, 2026.