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San Angelo, a hidden gem in West Texas, is an oasis waiting to be explored. Known as the “Visual Arts Capital of Texas,” it offers a thriving arts scene with many galleries, museums, and public art installations.
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San Angelo is where the best parts of West Texas come together. Known for great local food options, a lively downtown scene, and is home to the friendliest of people. What sets San Angelo apart is the beautiful outdoor landscapes.
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Locally owned and operated in Post, TX, Jackson Brothers Meat Locker has delighted area residents for over 50 years with their specialties: beef jerky and German sausage. Our facility is two blocks east of the main highway in Post, TX....
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Slaton Residents Save History The City of Slaton, Texas was founded as a division point by the Santa Fe Railroad in 1910. During the height of its operations, the Santa Fe campus included a depot, dining house, employee reading/recreation facility,...
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Contributed by: Hutchinson County Museum THE BEALE WAGON ROAD – AMERICA’S FIRST INTERSTATE HIGHWAY Edward Fitzgerald “Ned” Beale (February 4, 1822 – April 22, 1893) was a national figure in 19th century America. He was naval officer, military general, explorer,...
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By James Waterson Hang out with a cowboy poet, watch a film at an old-fashioned drive-in theater, and come face to face with an enormous black rhino named Macho. Enjoy these, and many other unique experiences, when you visit Abilene...
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Texas Star Trading Company proclaims itself “The National Store of Texas.” Located at Cypress Street and North Second in downtown Abilene, Texas Star offers a variety of Texas books, gourmet, gift baskets, T-shirts, souvenirs, jewelry, ornaments and more – including...
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Author: Summer Fleming Exploring the infamous Stonehenge in Wiltshire, New England would be a remarkable experience, but going across the ocean isn’t easy for everyone. Explore the ancient history of England through an incredible replica of England’s Stonehenge right here...
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In the early 20th century, pioneers ventured west to the Llano Estacado, meaning Staked Plains, to start a new life. It was there they found one of the largest mesas in North America. Amid challenging circumstances, limited resources and an...
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As the sunset bursts over the plains, yielding brilliant orange, pink, blue and yellow, the heart of the Texas Panhandle begins to light up. Amarillo, originally named Oneida, sits in the middle of the Texas Panhandle, boasting its wide-open spaces...
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Factoids are those entertaining tidbits that you can repeat to your friends back home. You know those “Did You Know” items that always seem to get family and friends nodding in agreement while they wish they were on the trip,...
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When the kids start to get bored around the house and it’s time to get away, look no further than Abilene, the Storybook Capital of America.
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