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Has Texas grown TOO fast?Texas has become one of America's biggest magnets for new residents, businesses, and investment...
10/10/2026

Has Texas grown TOO fast?

Texas has become one of America's biggest magnets for new residents, businesses, and investment. New homes, highways, shopping centers, and skyscrapers are transforming the landscape at an incredible pace.

For some people, this growth means more jobs, new opportunities, and a stronger economy. For others, it means heavier traffic, rising housing costs, crowded roads, and open countryside disappearing beneath new developments.

The big question is whether Texas can keep growing without losing the wide-open spaces and small-town character that made so many people fall in love with it.

What do you think — is Texas better because of all this growth, or was it better when life was slower and the cities were smaller?

Ahavath Sholom Congregation’s third synagogue in Fort Worth, (1952)
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Ahavath Sholom Congregation’s third synagogue in Fort Worth, (1952)

The main entrance to Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation in Fort Worth, (1953)
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The main entrance to Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation in Fort Worth, (1953)

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The Airport That Austin Eventually Grew Around — 1930

When Robert Mueller Municipal Airport opened in Austin on October 14, 1930, it served a city that looked very different from the sprawling capital we know today.

The airport was built on land outside Austin's main developed area, bringing new opportunities for commercial aviation and air travel to the Texas capital.

But Austin kept growing. Its population increased from approximately 53,000 in 1930 to nearly 88,000 in 1940, and development gradually spread toward the airport.

What once stood on the edge of town eventually became surrounded by expanding neighborhoods and city streets. The airport remained an important part of Austin's aviation story until its replacement by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in 1999.

The city grew.The airport stayed.Austin changed around it.

Street Outside Dallas Federal Savings & Loan Fire, (1964)
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Street Outside Dallas Federal Savings & Loan Fire, (1964)

Texas BBQ lovers, settle this: Which city has the BEST barbecue?Central Texas is famous for slow-smoked brisket and simp...
10/09/2026

Texas BBQ lovers, settle this: Which city has the BEST barbecue?

Central Texas is famous for slow-smoked brisket and simple seasoning. Lockhart has a legendary barbecue reputation, while Austin has become a major destination for barbecue fans.

Houston brings its own diverse food culture to the table, and Fort Worth, Dallas, and smaller Texas towns have plenty of barbecue spots with loyal local followings.
Some people judge barbecue by the brisket bark. Others care about the smoke ring, tenderness, sausage, ribs, or the pitmaster's secret technique.

🔥 But forget the hype for a second: Where have YOU eaten the best barbecue in Texas?

Name the city or your favorite local BBQ joint in the comments. Let's see which part of Texas gets the most love!

Which Texas beach is ACTUALLY the most beautiful?Texas has hundreds of miles of Gulf Coast shoreline, but not every beac...
10/09/2026

Which Texas beach is ACTUALLY the most beautiful?

Texas has hundreds of miles of Gulf Coast shoreline, but not every beach offers the same experience.

South Padre Island is known for its wide sandy beaches and clear coastal waters. Galveston has its historic seaside atmosphere, while Mustang Island and Port Aransas attract people looking for a relaxed coastal escape.

Then there is Rockport, with its quieter shoreline and coastal charm. Some Texans prefer lively beach towns, while others want peaceful stretches of sand away from the crowds.

👇 If you could choose only ONE Texas beach for your next vacation, which would it be? Tell us the beach that deserves the crown!

Has Texas become TOO dependent on cars?Across Texas, driving is part of everyday life. From long commutes in Houston and...
10/09/2026

Has Texas become TOO dependent on cars?

Across Texas, driving is part of everyday life. From long commutes in Houston and Dallas to running errands in the suburbs, many residents depend on their vehicles just to get through the day.

Wide highways, pickup trucks, sprawling neighborhoods, and enormous parking lots have become familiar parts of the Texas landscape. For many people, having a car means freedom and convenience.

But what about traffic congestion, rising transportation costs, and people who cannot drive? Could Texas cities become easier to navigate with better public transportation, walkable neighborhoods, and safer bike routes?

👇 Be honest: Is Texas car culture a strength, or has the state become TOO dependent on cars?

Tower Petroleum building in Dallas, Texas, (1960)
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Tower Petroleum building in Dallas, Texas, (1960)

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The Flood That Turned Downtown Houston Into a Disaster Zone — 1935

On December 7, 1935, Houston faced a devastating flood after approximately five inches of rain fell on downtown.

Buffalo Bayou overflowed, sending water through streets, businesses and residential neighborhoods. The Magnolia Bridge was blamed for worsening the disaster by obstructing the flow of floodwater.

The destruction was enormous. Twenty-five business blocks and around 100 residential blocks were flooded. Seven people died, and losses exceeded $2.5 million—a staggering amount for the time.

The disaster exposed Houston's vulnerability to flooding. In 1937, Texas established the Harris County Flood Control District to help address the region's growing flood-control challenges.
One storm.A flooded city.A turning point for Houston.

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