Hempstead was established in 1856 as a stop on the Houston and Texas Central Railroad and became an important shipping point during the Civil War. Nowadays, Hempstead is a quiet town centered around area farms, ranches, and orchards. A number of fruit and vegetable stands and farmers’ markets mark the edges of town and Hempstead …
Harlingen is a top destination in the Rio Grande Valley and makes a good central point from which to enjoy a look at all of the southern tip of Texas. Within a one-hour drive, enjoy a romp in the surf of South Padre, bird watching in national refuges, and more. Like the rest of the …
Although it has the feel of a separate community, Gruene actually sits within the northern New Braunfels city limits on Gruene Road just off Loop 337 and I-35. Like Waxahachie and Refugio, the pronunciation of Gruene is one of those things that sets a real Texan apart. To sound like a local, just say “Green” …
The agricultural community of Granger is notable because of its brick Davilla Street, the community’s main avenue. This street was paved with bricks in 1912, a feat that the Granger News said made Granger “the only city in the state of less than 5,000 inhabitants that has paved streets, or is paving them.” Today, Granger …
Located on Lake Granbury, this community began in 1854. Today many Victorian buildings on the town square recall the town’s early days and have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1998, a Texas Highways magazine poll determined that Granbury had the state’s “Best Town Square.” A favorite getaway from the DFW …
You may not have had the chance to visit but Gonzales, Texas but if you’ve traveled around Texas for any time, you’ve no doubt seen the famous “Come and Take It” flag portraying a small cannon. Gonzales, a small community located south of Luling, is home of the “Come and Take It” motto for which …
A popular day trip for Dallas-Fort Worth urbanites, The beautiful dog-friendly town of Glen Rose in the countryside 80 miles southwest of Dallas was once aptly known as “Glen of Roses.” Along with its relaxing atmosphere, the town is a favorite as a gateway to Dinosaur Valley State Park, one of the state’s best sites …