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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3h

We spoke to Wesley Hunt about why he wants to oust Cornyn, whether he thinks he’s helping Paxton win, and what it would take to win Trump’s endorsement.

Texas’s Newest U.S. Senate Candidate Says It’s “Fine” if Ken Paxton Wins

We spoke to Wesley Hunt, the congressman and Trump surrogate, about why he wants to oust Cornyn, whether he thinks he’s helping Paxton win, and what it would take to win Trump’s endorsement.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 5h

It was Mission X Tacos’ al pastor that caught the attention of Hill Country Ice House’s owner, but the sopes are the reason to drive all the way there.

Tiny Sopes Are the Sleeper Hit at This Austin Taco Truck

Mission X Tacos got noticed for its al pastor, but this bite-size Mexican dish makes it worth the long drive.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 1d

In today's word wrangler, hunt for ten films featuring Matthew McConaughey, Texas’s most beloved actor. 📽️ https://www.texasmonthly.com/games/word-wrangler-october-7-2025/

Word Wrangler: October 7, 2025

Ten films featuring Matthew McConaughey, Texas’s most beloved actor.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 1d

Independent media and tourism ventures have sprouted near the South Texas spaceport.

But the City of Starbase’s new powers are making things more complicated. https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/starbase-video-streamers-vs-spacex/

Scrappy Streamers Watch SpaceX’s Every Move. Will Elon Musk’s Company Town Shut Them Down?

Independent media and tourism ventures have sprouted near the South Texas spaceport. But the City of Starbase’s new powers are making things more complicated.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

For over a decade, “Dreamers” have lived and worked in the U.S. without fear of detention.

More than a dozen have been swept up in this year’s immigration crackdowns. https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/texas-daca-dreamer-arrests/

They Thought DACA Kept Them Safe From Arrest. They Were Wrong.

For over a decade, “Dreamers” have lived and worked in the U.S. without fear of detention. More than a dozen have been swept up in this year’s immigration crackdowns.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

Happy National Orange Wine Day. 🍊🍷

Read our story from 2021 when the beverage was just catching on: https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/the-rise-of-orange-wine/

The Funky, Floral Rise of Orange Wine in Texas

This versatile wine is catching on, and at least one sommelier considers it to be the best pairing for Texas barbecue.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

In today's word wrangler, search for ten Olympic medalists who are from or live in Texas. 🏅 https://www.texasmonthly.com/games/word-wrangler-october-6-2025/

Word Wrangler: October 6, 2025

Ten Olympic medalists who are from or live in Texas.

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Marc Fadel is leaning into his Lebanese heritage at Habibi Barbecue, in Arlington. https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/habibi-barbecue-arlington-review/

How a 19-Year-Old Pitmaster Transformed His Trailer Into a Barbecue Destination

Lebanese flavors and barbecue are a winning combo at this North Texas food truck.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

Tim Kennedy, the popular manosphere influencer, has built a career on his reputation as an MMA fighter and a veteran. But his dodgy relationship to the truth could bring it all crashing down.

Tim Kennedy vs. the Truth

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

As the State Fair of Texas kicks into high gear, Binh Tran will be up early every morning driving around the Dallas metroplex in search of coconuts.

This year—after years of trying—his coconut-pineapple slushie is a Big Tex Choice Awards finalist.

Pineapple Man Is Finally Getting the Recognition He Deserves at the State Fair of Texas

It only took Binh Tran twenty-plus years to become a Big Tex finalist.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 2d

A good diner is an old friend, even on the first visit.

Houston’s Agnes and Sherman, which bills itself as a modern Asian American diner, puts its own spin on the classic format but crucially keeps things comfortable—and comforting.

You Had Us at "Cheeseburger Fried Rice"

Houston's Agnes and Sherman gives comfort food classics an Asian spin.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

Dylan Gossett doesn’t consider his music Texas country, but his ACL festival homecoming is triumphant all the same.

Two Years Ago, This Country Singer Was Playing Songs in His Bedroom. Now He’s Starring at ACL Fest.

Dylan Gossett doesn’t consider his music “Texas country,” but his ACL festival homecoming is triumphant all the same.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

Creating hexagonal pucks of drinking chocolate is, somehow, more complicated than it sounds.

An Austin-based maker creates small-batch Mexican drinking chocolates that are steeped in tradition.

The Chocolaty Drink You Need for Fall

An Austin-based maker creates small-batch Mexican drinking chocolates that are steeped in tradition.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

Staff writer Michael Hall’s first story about Austin's yogurt shop murders, “Under the Gun,” detailed the flaws in that initial investigation.

This week, Hall was back on the case as Austin police announced new DNA evidence that points to an entirely different suspect.

How Police Finally Solved Austin’s Most Notorious Cold Case

Michael Hall on new DNA evidence that pointed to a killer in the 1991 yogurt shop murders.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

Joshua Coleman loved his family, custom trucks, Nike shoes, and barbecue. When he passed away in a tragic accident at the age of 36, his mother and brother decided they would continue to celebrate Josh’s life through barbecue. https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/joshua-coleman-top-50-bbq-tribute/

He Died Before Visiting All of Texas’s Top Fifty Barbecue Joints. His Family Is Finishing His Quest.

Josh Coleman loved his family, custom trucks, and barbecue.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

And the Texas Book Club's October pick is . . . https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-stand-up-desk/announcing-the-texas-book-clubs-october-pick/

Announcing the Texas Book Club’s October Pick

The Texas Book Club is capping off its first read and preparing to dive into a dystopian novel set in Texas, where (gasp) books are against the law.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 3d

Yes, they’re deep-fried. But that’s not the most important part . . .

These Tacos Are the Best Thing I’ve Ever Eaten at the State Fair of Texas

Yes, they’re deep-fried. But that’s not the most important part.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 4d

Diaper eating fungus for the win? https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/diaper-eating-fungus-company-hiro-miki-agrawal/

An Austin Start-Up’s Diaper-Eating Fungus Aims to Solve Our Plastic Waste Problem

Hiro hopes to give parents an alternative to adding to a persistent environmental issue—by making a dirty job just a wee bit dirtier.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 4d

“You are preparing to invite children to swim in the very river that may still hold our daughter’s body when you plan to ‘open your gates,’” the new statement from CiCi and Will Steward reads. https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/camp-mystic-reopening-parents-unthinkable/

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 4d

David Barton calls church-state separation a myth. He’s now an adviser on state social studies curricula. https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/david-barton-texas-public-school-curricula/

He Calls Church-State Separation a Myth. He’s Now Weighing In on Public School Curricula.

David Barton, far-right Christian activist and founder of Wallbuilders, has been appointed by Texas's board of education to advise on social studies instruction.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 5d

In today's word wrangler, search for ten state parks to leaf your troubles behind. 🍂 🍁 🍂 https://www.texasmonthly.com/games/word-wrangler-october-3-2025/

Word Wrangler: October 3, 2025

Ten state parks to leaf your troubles behind.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 5d

The tenth episode of 'Texas Monthly Presents' tells stories of soul-searching and starting over, chefs relying on tradition, and a punk band with a turbulent history.

Available on Texas PBS stations and streaming beginning October 5. https://www.texasmonthly.com/texas-monthly-presents/episode-110/

Back to the Roots: About Episode 110 of 'Texas Monthly Presents' on PBS

Stories about soul-searching and starting over, featuring chefs, the Caddo Mounds, and punk band Girl in a Coma.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 6d

Dylan Gossett doesn’t consider his music Texas country, but his ACL festival homecoming is triumphant all the same.

We caught up with him from his tour bus last week as he traveled to a show in Boston: https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/dylan-gossett-austin-city-limits/

Two Years Ago, This Country Singer Was Playing Songs in His Bedroom. Now He’s Starring at ACL Fest.

Dylan Gossett doesn’t consider his music “Texas country,” but his ACL festival homecoming is triumphant all the same.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 6d

Happy Texas Wine Month to all who celebrate. 🍷

Here’s where to find the best wineries and tasting rooms in Fredericksburg—and where to stay and eat, too: https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/texas-wine-fredericksburg-hill-country-travel/

Texas Wine Is Growing Up

The Hill Country’s tourist capital is full of dozens of wineries and tasting rooms. Here’s where to find the best—and where to stay and eat, too.

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Texas Monthly @texasmonthly.bsky.social · 6d

"We were looking for a way to celebrate his birthday but also keep his memory alive."

To do so, the late Josh Coleman’s mother and brother are traveling the state to check restaurants off his uncompleted list. https://www.texasmonthly.com/bbq/joshua-coleman-top-50-bbq-tribute/

He Died Before Visiting Texas’s Top Fifty Barbecue Joints. His Family Is Finishing His Quest.

Josh Coleman loved his family, custom trucks, and barbecue.

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