From the Editor | October & November 2024
By BRANDY CRUZ Happy fall, y’all! Well, despite it still feeling like summer, this is fall in Central Texas. At
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Immerse yourself in a vibrant Victorian community in the Ladies of Roderick Glen
By M. CLARE HAEFNER | Covers courtesy of Bespokebookcovers.com Some books are meant to satisfy, leaving readers with a happy
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Area 254: Where E.T. would never want to phone home
Story and photos by BLAIR DUPRE For anyone looking for a variety of fun opportunities, Area 254 is the perfect
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Interact with many kinds of animals at Topsey Exotic Ranch
By RACHEL STRICKLAND | Photos by SHIELA ANDERSON and BRANDY CRUZ Llamas, longhorns and zebras — oh, my! Located a
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Johnny’s Steaks & Bar-Be-Que offers great food, live music & family atmosphere
By JANNA ZEPP | Photos by BECKY STINEHOUR Just off Interstate 35 southbound at Exit 284 sits a barbecue joint
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There’s something for everyone at The Commonwealth Texas
By BOBBIE JO YOUNG | Photos courtesy of THE COMMONWEALTH TEXAS The Commonwealth Texas isn’t just a dining establishment —
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Temple natives use Lion of Judah Farm to bless community
By AMY ROGNLIE | Courtesy photos “As far back as I can remember, I have had a love for things
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Masterful Collection: Art and storytelling bring Brian Floca’s books to Life
By SHARON WHITE | Photos courtesy of BRIAN FLOCA and ROWBOAT WATSON Temple native Brian Floca freely admits he wasn‘t
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Wild wonders: Flip out over penguins at Cameron Park Zoo
By TONYA WARREN | Photos by BECKY STINEHOUR When the long-awaited arrival of the South African black-footed penguins happened one
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Texas Ghost Towns: Explore haunting remnants of forgotten cities
By LISA CARLISLE | Contributed photos As the cool fall breeze whispers through the desolate landscapes of Texas, the spirit
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