Category: Life & Style

As autumn approaches, publishers are rolling out an ambitious lineup of new fiction, investigative nonfiction, and celebrity memoirs—with a notable slate of releases connected to Texas writers and settings. Whether you are updating your personal reading list or selecting the next title for your book club, here are 10 major books hitting shelves this fall. […]

The Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine has unveiled the official theme for its annual sub-zero holiday tradition: the wizarding world of “Harry Potter.” Running from November 13, 2026, through January 3, 2027, the upcoming Ice! experience replaces last year’s Elf theme with iconic scenes and characters from the beloved fantasy franchise, timing the event to […]

To commemorate America’s semiquincentennial, tourism officials have introduced an interactive, self-guided journey through the architectural and cultural heritage of McKinney. The newly launched America 250 Scavenger Hunt invites both locals and tourists to uncover the city’s storied past through their mobile devices. Running through July 31, the initiative rewards participants who finish the tour with […]