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From its humble beginnings, Billy Bob's Texas emerged as the epicenter of a burgeoning regional music scene that captured national attention. This iconic honky-tonk fostered the growth of "Texas country," a unique blend of folk, country, and rock and a haven for devoted fans.
Billy Bob's Texas boasts a surprising history of electrifying rock, blues, and big band performances. From Ted Nugent's blistering riffs to ZZ Top's bluesy rock, the club embraces diverse genres. This article originally appeared in the book Billy Bob’s: a Texas Legend in 2011.
Congresswoman Kay Granger discusses her career, from teaching to representing Texas' 12th District. She reflects on local growth, health care's future, and even cutting horses. This article first appeared in the October 2009 issue of Parker County Today.
Having lived in both Florida and Texas, I've noticed surprising similarities beneath their distinct landscapes and cultures. From Florida's sunny coasts to Texas' stark horizons, a shared American spirit unites fiercely individual characters shaped by history and destiny.
Just over half a mile connects two Parker County churches, but for Pauline Thomas, it's a weekly journey of musical devotion. Every Sunday around 10:45 a.m., after her own Sunday school at New Hope Baptist, she travels to Prince Memorial CME. There, she shares her gift, playing piano and leading the choir. This article first appeared in the July 2009 issue of Parker County Today.
Among this dire setting my friend Philip and I decided to start a band, mostly because we enjoyed listening to music and buying records and we wanted to do something creative and fun. We eventually recruited Philip’s co-worker and friend, Pauly, to play drums. Philip played bass. I played guitar and sang. Later we added a keyboard player, Ryan.
Allsup met Buddy Holly at Norman Petty's legendary studio in Clovis, N.M. in 1958. He played guitar on about 10 of Holly's songs, including the classic "It's So Easy." A lost coin toss kept Allsup off the plane that took Holly's life. This article first appeared in the February 2008 issue of Parker County Today.
Even in liberal Hollywood, cowboys are cool again. Yellowstone – a TV show I’ve never watched and have no interest in seeing – has reinvigorated America's fascination with ranch life. Beyonce posed wearing a cowboy hat astride a horse on her latest album cover, Cowboy Carter.
