By Tricia White | Managing Editor For the eighth year, the State Fair of Texas is offering Sensory-Friendly Mornings every Wednesday – September 30, October 7, and 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – with a brand-new, free wearable accessory option and 24-day sensory-friendly room, accessible for all Fairgoers….
Pictured above: Beth Thoele, Brooke Russo, Tracee Ellis Ross, Bianca Davis, Marci Kramer, Kathy Helm By Elizabeth Lenart | Guest Contributor More than 1,150 community leaders, advocates and supporters came together for New Friends New Life’s 2026 Stand for Her Luncheon on Sept. 24, raising critical support for women and…
By Family Features | Contributor Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 12 1 pound ground beef 1 package (1 ounce) taco seasoning 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons minced cilantro 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans, zesty salsa flavor 1 jar (16 ounces) thick and chunky salsa, medium or hot 2 cups guacamole 1/2 cup sour cream…
By SFMG Wealth Advisors | Guest Contributor For many Americans, turning 65 feels like the finish line of a long healthcare race. After years of managing employer plans and paying premiums, Medicare arrives like a well-earned reward. But for those who treat it as a complete solution, a costly surprise…
The State Fair of Texas is bringing one of its most beloved traditions to a historic Fair Park venue, as the Chevrolet® Main Stage moves inside Fair Park Coliseum for the 2026 State Fair. The new location will offer fairgoers an indoor, concert-style experience while continuing to provide what guests have…
By Tricia White | Managing Editor Y’all aboard for Stars, Stripes and Savings! The State Fair is back and so is the best way to get there: DART! You’ll spend more time enjoying the fair and less time getting there. From fried food and live music to football games and…
By: Cheryl Maguire | Contributor “I want to be on the honor roll,” said the student. “That sounds like a great goal. Let’s talk about how to achieve it,” I said. When I was a guidance counselor, I helped students create and achieve their goals. Setting goals are important because…
By Juliette Coulter | Guest Contributor Texas Woman’s University (TWU) will celebrate its 125th anniversary at the State Fair of Texas with “Blazing New Trails: 125 Years of Texas Woman’s University,” a special exhibition exploring more than a century of women’s leadership, achievement and expanding opportunity in Texas and beyond. The exhibit…
Fall is making a statement this season—and it’s anything but predictable. Think rich, saturated color, luxe textures, romantic details, playful prints and accessories that bring a little personality to every look. Whether you’re drawn to deep burgundy and chocolate or ready to embrace chartreuse and hot pink, there’s plenty to…