Funding Texas' Parks and Wildlife: No Walk Through the Park

Parks may finally get more funding, but advocates are wary of shifting some assets to the Texas Historical Commission

"...Texas' parks last week came one step closer to seeing..."

May 8, 2007 News Post by Daniel Mottola

Texas Should Really Care About Parks and Wildlife

"...Dear Editor, It’s been decades since the Legislature has adequately funded our state parks. Even still,..."

Feb. 21, 2007 Postmarks

Texas Parks in Harm's Way

New report sounds alarm that Texas parks are being financially starved, warns that many of the state's open spaces and parks are under immediate threat

"...The ability to escape from our daily routines, to seek..."

March 3, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Parks and Rec Shocker: More Money

PARD to get its biggest budget bump in years

"...It's not exactly a windfall, but the Parks and Recreation Department could get its biggest funding..."

Aug. 31, 2012 News Feature by Amy Smith

Wild, Wild Wildlife

Texas Parks & Wildlife's Andy Sansom

"...photograph by Alan Pogue Andy Sansom must long for some peace and quiet. Since..."

May 9, 1997 News Feature by Robert Bryce

The Devil's River You Know

Sierra Club fears impact of state park swap

"...It’s almost 20,000 acres of lush, roughing-it hiking trails and camping grounds. Cacti speckle the remote site and a..."

Oct. 25, 2010 News Post by Kelsey McNiel

Here's What's on the Nov. 5 Ballot in Austin

A quick guide to the propositions you'll be yea-ing or nay-ing

"...While most everyone's energies have been focused on the upcoming March 2020 primaries, there's still another election to..."

Oct. 11, 2019 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Day Trips & Beyond: Texas Travel

A trip planner for the month of March

"...Marfa Myths mixes music and film over three days, March 10-13, in Marfa...."

March 9, 2016 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: Daytripping in the Age of a Pandemic

Stay home, stay safe, and still scratch that travel itch

"...Bluebonnet season is in full swing, and while a scenic drive might improve your mental health,..."

April 8, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

United States Department of the Interior

Fish and Wildlife Service,

"...Mr. Dan Pearson Executive Director Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission P.O. Box 13087 Austin, Texas..."

Dec. 13, 1996 News Feature

Downtown Puzzle: Waller Creek’s Chain of Parks

What’s happened already with the ambitious park and trail project, and what might happen next

"...The Waller Creek park and trail project stretches from 15th..."

Sept. 22, 2017 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Five Austin Activities for the Whole Family

Got a house full of guests this holiday? Here’s how to entertain ’em.

"...The fam’s in town for the holidays, which means you..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Events Post by Shalavé Cawley

The Solution to Pollution

On the Lege

"...The "Trust Me" Law: Signed into law on May 23,..."

June 9, 1995 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Adios, El Mercado! Banzai, Uchi L.A.! Bonsoir, 1417! And Oysters and Spam and Beef and Barbecue and More …

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...scene, as wrangled from numerous PR releases, words on the digital street, and even the occasional (verified) IRL eavesdroppings...."

March 23, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Hightower Lowdown

Corporatizing Our Public Parks; Common Sense on Drug Policy

"...Corporatizing Our Public Parks Every state has its official song, official state bird,..."

Dec. 1, 2000 News Column by Jim Hightower

The Legendary Snow Monkeys of Texas

A brief open season on monkeys resulted in protections for them in the Lone Star State

"...It was Jan. 21, 1996, the last day of the winter buck season. Missy, Lilly,..."

Aug. 5, 2005 News Feature by Ed Baker

On The Lege

Death Watch

"...During his campaign for attorney general, John Cornyn insisted the job was "not about being the state's top cop."..."

Feb. 19, 1999 News Column

The TPWD Brain Drain

"...government. Perhaps no agency has been affected more than the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). Formerly active in..."

Jan. 26, 1996 News Feature

Day Trips: Texas State Bison Herd, Caprock Canyons State Park, Quitaque

Where the bison roam

"...The Texas state bison herd roams around Caprock Canyons State..."

Feb. 18, 2022 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

State Parks Feel Pinch

"...a boost from donations. For example, $22 out of the extra $30 Texans pay for a conservation license plate..."

Oct. 23, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Off the Desk:

"...For the past month, former city councilmember Brigid Shea has been..."

Sept. 6, 1996 News Feature

Day Trips: Bracken Cave and Other Bat Caves

The bat colonies around Texas are swollen with mothers and their pups emerging for the nightly feeding frenzy, making for spectacular shows

"...Bracken Cave, west of New Braunfels, yawns from the side of an ancient sinkhole providing an entrance to..."

Sept. 8, 2017 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Chronicle Endorsements for the November 7 Election

Looking for guidance on the ballot's constitutional amendments and county propositions? We got you.

"...We've got a slew of constitutional amendments on the ballot this year coming out of the 88th legislative..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature

Opinion: Turn Off the Lights! Birds Are Depending on Us.

During migration season, we can lower bird mortality rates by lowering lights

"...Deep in the heart of Texas, the stars at night burn big..."

March 24, 2023 Column by Caley Zuzula

Let's Go Hide in the Delightful Designer Forts of Fortlandia

The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center brings back its fancy forts right when we need them

"...If the wildflowers can still spring up in a year like..."

Oct. 2, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Day Trips & Beyond: Daytripping in the Age of a Pandemic

Get ready for summer with Texas beaches and Texas peaches

"...you can maintain a social distance, a day at the beach is a pretty safe activity during the COVID-19..."

May 29, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: Daytripping in the Age of a Pandemic

Houston Art Car Parade goes virtual, and more travel news

"...The zaniest tribute to the automobile, the annual Houston Art..."

April 17, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

UPDATED: Austin Aquarium Gets the Fisheye

Owners’ checkered past raises red flags; city says no animals on site

"...a pair of letters sent today by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, asking two city departments to..."

Aug. 26, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

To the Lighthouse

After 20 years, WTP4 returns to a still unanswered question: Do we need it?

"...11, a letter from Austin Mayor Will Wynn was hand-delivered to Travis County Judge Sam Biscoe. The topic was..."

Feb. 23, 2007 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Draft Resolutions That Work for All (Including Reptiles and Amphibians)

"...Dear Louis, Re: “Reptile Hunters Rattled Over Ban on 'Texas Tradition,'” July 27 [News]: In fact Rep. Harvey Hildebran..."

Aug. 2, 2007 Postmarks

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