2024 marks the 40th anniversary of Addison, Texas’ Kaboom Town. Kaboom Town is nationally recognized as one of the most exciting Independence Day celebrations in the U.S. Addison takes up a wee 4.4 square miles, a tiny space squeezed in between far North Dallas and the larger Carrollton. In 2024, the big Kaboom happens on…
Keep ReadingThere is a big hoopla going on in southern Grayson County, Texas, over a proposed Burlington Northern San Francisco (BNSF) Railway 900 to 950-acre logistics center near Gunter. BNSF operates a railroad network of 32,500 route miles in 28 states and three Canadian provinces. Gunter, Texas, residents do not want a “train yard” in their…
Keep ReadingGunter, Texas, is experiencing growing pains, but you would never know it while touring Crocodile Creek, just a few miles north of Gunter proper. Burlington Northern San Francisco (BSNF) Railway bought over 900 acres north of Gunter and some property within its city limits to build a huge logistics center. Gunter is a Texas prairie…
Keep ReadingTravels with Grandma... Preserving the stories, legends & history of Texas for generations to come... Today We're Cruisin' Clifton Hi! This is Grandma. I hope you've had a good week and I'm glad to see you are back. Today, we're going to Clifton, Texas. I was thinking that some of my favorite family stories have…
Keep ReadingMy wife and I decided to do something different for an anniversary. It wasn't a stay at some expensive hotel, dinner with a glass of champagne, or a movie with popcorn. We've done all of those over the years! Instead, we booked a zip & stay vacation. I'd heard some good things about Cedar Mountain Lodge,…
Keep ReadingIf you're looking for a great hotel to stay in for your Texas weekend getaway, here's a list of the best Texas hotels. You want a hotel to be your all-in destination. You don't want to leave it, so you are not concerned about proximity to a major metropolitan area, but you do want all…
Keep ReadingIf you're looking to rent a pontoon boat, paddle boat, kayak, or canoe on Lake Bridgeport, there are plenty of places to go. This lake is a fantastic lake for skiing, sightseeing, fishing, or enjoying some time on the water. So, what are you waiting for? Pick up the phone and book an RV site…
Keep ReadingWhether you're headed to East, West, South, or North Texas, these Texas Regional maps will help you find some fun things to see and do. Options range from campgrounds to museums and zoos to golf courses. Find the region you want to explore and dive in! Central Texas Fun Things to See and Do Central…
Keep ReadingMy family and I are outdoor enthusiasts, but when it is 100 degrees in the shade, it's time to start looking for some indoor activities. That's how we discovered PINSTACK. What is PINSTACK? PINSTACK is a 50,000-square-foot entertainment complex loaded with fun things do, plus two full-service bars and a new American Bistro. As soon as…
Keep ReadingLoad up the bikes, pack the bags, and get ready for a fun weekend exploring west Fort Worth. We are going to park the car or RV and explore by bike. The bike path is appropriate for all ages. It's wide, flat, and paved for just about everywhere we are going. So, pack appropriately and…
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