Texas Halloween costume ideas can celebrate everything from Lone Star State traditions and cowboy culture to the foods, places, and personalities Texans know and love. If you're looking for a creative costume for Halloween 2026, these Texas-inspired ideas offer plenty of ways to bring a little local flavor to October 31
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The CCC Sale in Longview returns October 29 through November 1, giving East Texas families a chance to shop for children's clothing, toys, books, baby equipment, furniture, and more. The twice-yearly consignment event features multiple admission options, free shopping days, and a half-price day for shoppers looking for family-friendly bargains
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Trader Joe’s in Texas is expanding, with three new locations planned for Bellaire, Cedar Park, and Mansfield. The grocery chain’s reported expansion includes stores expected to open in 2027, although exact opening dates have not been announced. Here’s whe
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Prosperity Bank's bringing back Trunk or Treat this Thursday night. Free Halloween fun for families right here in Lubbock with decorated cars and food trucks.
In 1896, a Texas railroad built a temporary town for a bizarre publicity stunt: crashing two locomotives into each other. More than 40,000 people reportedly showed up, but the Crash at Crush ended in tragedy.
Buc-ee's has been having a field day in the courtroom over the last half decade or so with its latest victim being a mom and pop beaver themed gas station in Ohio.
Tyler has seen several restaurant closures in 2026, including familiar chains and local dining spots. Here's a look at the businesses that have closed this year.
If East Texas towns were middle school electives, some would be the cool kids in art class, others would be running the show in student council, and a few might be trying to get extra credit just to stay out of trouble. Every East Texas town has its own personality, even if some of them seem to have the same stores on every corner...
Every year around Halloween, Texans search for the best and spookiest things to do across the Lone Star State. From haunted houses to pumpkin patches, there are plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season. But if you're looking for something a little different, Texas has some Halloween experiences you won't find just anywhere
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Free air for tires in Tyler, Texas, can help local drivers save money when cooler weather causes tire pressure to drop. Knowing where to find an air pump is useful, but it's also important to check your vehicle's recommended PSI. Here are five places to look for free air around Tyler...
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center just became one of the world's elite training hubs for rural healthcare providers. They're expanding their mission across West Texas and beyond.
In 1937, photographer Dorothea Lange visited Carey, Texas, and documented a town struggling as mechanized farming displaced families. Her photographs preserve a remarkable glimpse into its past.
A social media question asked Tyler residents which parking lots are the hardest to navigate. The responses revealed plenty of local parking frustrations.
Halloween candy can make or break a trick-or-treater's night, and some treats are definitely more exciting than others. Across Texas, kids are getting ready to throw on their costumes, hit the neighborhood streets and fill their bags with as much candy as possible...