Texas homes, barns and workshops often contain old wood, metal and forgotten objects that can be transformed instead of discarded.

Share an original project made from legally obtained reclaimed material.

Tell us what the material originally was, what you turned it into and how you preserved its character.

Photos of the finished project are encouraged.

A faint stain, unusual smell, small crack or strange noise can be easy to ignore until it becomes a serious problem.

What warning sign did you overlook, and what did it eventually cost to repair?

Share what happened and what other homeowners should check before the same problem becomes expensive.

Some tools pay for themselves the first time an emergency happens.

Name one tool or piece of equipment you believe belongs in every Texas home.

Explain what problem it solves, what beginners should look for when buying one and whether an affordable version works just as well.

A beautiful backyard feature is not a good investment if Texas heat, mosquitoes or maintenance prevent anyone from enjoying it.

Name one outdoor improvement that made your yard more comfortable and usable.

Was it a covered patio, shade structure, outdoor kitchen, pool, garden, firepit or something less obvious?

Include the approximate cost and…

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A home does not always need to be completely renovated to feel new again.

Share one interior upgrade that noticeably improved your home’s appearance, comfort, storage or value.

Include what you changed, the approximate cost and whether you completed it yourself or hired a professional.

Would you make the same choice again?

A great business often reveals itself when something goes wrong.

Name a Texas business that solved a problem, treated you fairly or provided service you still remember.

Include the business name, city and what happened. Please share a genuine personal experience rather than repeating something you heard online.

Turn something you no longer use into something another community member can appreciate.

Post a clear photo, honest condition, asking price and general Texas location.

Do not publicly share your home address. Confirm payment and meeting details privately, and use a safe public location for exchanges.

Success stories are inspiring, but honest mistakes often teach new business owners far more.

Share one decision that cost you money, customers or valuable time when starting your business.

What happened, what did you learn and what should another Texas entrepreneur do differently?

Share a legitimate local discount, special offer, grand opening promotion or limited sale that could help Texas residents save money.

Include the business name, city, exact offer, expiration date and any restrictions customers should know about.

Business owners may share their own offers, but all prices and conditions must be accurate.

This is your opportunity to introduce your business without posting a generic advertisement.

Share your business name, Texas location, product or service and the type of customer you help.

Then answer the most important question: What makes your business genuinely different from every competitor offering the same thing?

Photos, websites and…

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The most valuable outdoor advice often comes from a ruined trip, forgotten item, unexpected regulation or mistake that could have been avoided.

Share one lesson that every beginner should know before fishing or hunting in Texas.

Include the region, season and piece of equipment or preparation that would have changed the outcome.

Share an original photograph that reveals a side of Texas most people never expect to see.

It could feature wildlife, mountains, caves, waterfalls, wildflowers, storms or an extraordinary night sky.

Tell us where it was taken, when you captured it and what was happening outside the frame.

Texas hides clear rivers, spring fed swimming holes, quiet lakes and paddling routes that look completely different from the surrounding landscape.

Name one unforgettable water destination and tell us the best time to visit, where to launch and what safety warning newcomers need to know.

Help people enjoy it responsibly without damaging the place.

Many campgrounds advertise peace and quiet, but traffic, generators, crowds and bright lights can change the experience.

Name a Texas campground where visitors can still experience dark skies, natural sounds and genuine solitude.

Tell us whether it is best for tents or RVs and what campers should know before arriving.

Texas contains landscapes that can feel completely unexpected, from desert mountains and deep canyons to waterfalls and pine forests.

Name one Texas trail with scenery that surprised you.

Include the park or location, difficulty level, best season to visit and the view hikers should not miss.

We are looking for the places travelers would regret passing.

Name the restaurant, roadside stand, barbecue joint, bakery or small town diner and tell us exactly what everyone should order.

Include the city or highway so other travelers can find it.

The advice people remember most often comes from a lesson learned the hard way.

Share one Texas travel mistake involving a dangerous road, unexpected weather, fuel, traffic, wildlife, parking or a destination that required more preparation than expected.

What should every traveler know before making the same trip?

Choose Austin, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio or another Texas city.

Build an unforgettable 24 hour visit using one attraction, one restaurant, one neighborhood and one experience that can only happen there.

Which city wins, and what would your perfect day include?

Some of the best Texas towns remain overlooked because travelers pass them without stopping.

Name one small town that deserves more attention and tell us what visitors are missing.

Include one local business, landmark, restaurant, legend or annual tradition people should experience before the secret gets out.

You leave Friday evening and must be home by Sunday night.

Choose one Texas destination and build the perfect weekend escape.

Tell us where you would go, the route you would take, where you would stay and the one experience that would make the drive worthwhile.

Sometimes the best Texas events are not the ones receiving the most advertising.

Share the event, location and what made the experience better than you expected.

Post your original photos or videos and include one helpful detail that first time visitors should know before attending.

Forget ordinary festival food. We want to find the dishes people remember long after the event ends.

Name the Texas food or cultural festival, the city and the one meal, dessert or specialty visitors should not leave without trying.

Original food photos are strongly encouraged.

A famous lineup does not always create an unforgettable festival.

Which Texas music festival gave you an experience that justified the ticket price, travel, weather and crowds?

Tell us which year you attended, who performed and the moment that made you want to return.

Some fairs and rodeos have grown into enormous attractions. Others still feel rooted in the community, families and traditions that created them.

Which Texas county fair or rodeo delivers the most authentic experience?

Name the event, county and one attraction or tradition that makes it worth attending.

Texas has thousands of events, but only a few are worth rearranging your schedule, booking a hotel and driving across the state to experience.

Name one upcoming concert, festival, celebration, convention or unusual local event that people should know about before it happens.

Include the city, date and the reason it deserves more attention.

Share an original photograph that captured more than the final score.

It could show an unforgettable play, a packed stadium, an emotional fan, a family tradition or the final moments before a historic victory.

Tell us where and when it was taken, what was happening and why that moment still matters to you.

Put your prediction on record before it happens.

Name the team, the championship, the opponent you believe it will face and the biggest reason it can finish the job.

If you are confident, predict the final score. We will return later to see who called it first.

Supporting a champion is easy. Remaining loyal through years of disappointment reveals the strongest fanbase.

Choose one Texas professional team and prove your answer with attendance, traditions, personal memories or something its fans continued doing when there was little reason to celebrate.

Which fanbase has truly earned the title of Texas’ most loyal?

You can preserve only one rivalry from any Texas college and any sport.

Which rivalry would you save, and what tradition, atmosphere or historic moment proves it matters more than the others?

Choose carefully because rival fans will have something to say.

Some Texas high school rivalries are bigger than rankings, records and championships.

Name the two schools, the city and the unforgettable tradition or moment that makes their rivalry impossible to replace.

Former players, students and parents are encouraged to share their memories and original photos.

What did Texas families do better 30 years ago, and what do families do better today?

Choose one honest answer from each side.

Think about parenting, neighbors, schools, pets, safety, expenses, traditions, technology and the amount of time families spend together.

What should Texas families bring back, and what progress should we never give up?

Share an original Texas photograph that could never be recreated exactly the same way.

Tell us where it was taken, what was happening outside the frame and why that moment mattered to you.

It could capture weather, wildlife, family, history, a changing town, an unusual discovery or something unmistakably Texas.

What happened, where did it happen and why should future Texans remember it?

Your story could involve family, community, military service, ranching, a storm, a business, a strange discovery or an unforgettable act of kindness.

The history people study tomorrow often begins as a memory only one person carries today.

What will Texas lose if nobody passes these traditions down?

It could be a family custom, community celebration, cooking method, ranching skill, saying, dance, craft or act of neighborly kindness.

Tell us what the tradition is, who taught it to you and where in Texas it was practiced.

Some traditions disappear quietly because nobody realizes…

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Here’s the Texans’ 2025 season opener:

• Opponent: at Los Angeles Rams

• Date: Sun, Sept 7, 2025

• Kickoff: 4:25 PM ET (3:25 PM CT)

• TV: CBS (Kevin Harlan/Trent Green/Melanie Collins crew)

• Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA.

This photo was taken on the boardwalk overlooking the South Shore Harbour Marina in League City, Texas, in the evening, where I occasionally go fishing—most of the catches are catfish. In the distance, approximately five miles to the right of the sun, is the location of the NASA Johnson Space Center.

Took a video of a man and his dogs at the Pearland, Tx Home Depot. He let me create the video.

Discover and share the best fishing spots across Texas—from quiet lakes and hidden creeks to popular coastal piers and trophy bass rivers. Whether you love freshwater or saltwater fishing, this is where Texans trade secret locations, tips, and fishing stories.