Texas Independence Day

Legislature Pushes For Convention Of The States During Independence Week

... states,” which seeks constitutional reforms limiting federal power beyond a balanced budget amendment, and which has already been endorsed by eight other states. “We’re looking at it as a long-term solution, not just for one administration or another,” Tamara Colbert, Texas co-director of the Convention of States Project, said of conservatives nationwide potentially defying Trump and GOP-controlled Washington. Republicans hold majorities in enough state legislatures across the country that the party alone could potentially vote to convene a constitutional convention. But many Tea Party groups don’t want it, worried about a “runaway” convention where liberal-state delegates target things such as the Second Amendment. The Texas GOP’s 2016 platform even stated: “We oppose any constitutional convention.”. Calling the Constitution “almost a sacred document,” Republican Sen. Bryan Hughes of Mineola tweaked Tuesday’s call to make it a felony punishable by up to two years in jail ...

What’s The Most Texas Dish To Celebrate Texas Independence Day

... Texas history through chuckwagon cooking, makes chili over a fire. LAURA SKELDING/AMERICAN-STATESMAN. Celebrating Texas Independence Day with a singing chuck wagon cook who knows his history. Last year, Jessica Dupuy published a “United Tastes of Texas” cookbook  that included enough Texas recipes to keep you busy for a year. King Ranch chicken is one of the classic Texas recipes from Jessica Dupuy’s “United Tastes of Texas” cookbook. Photos from Southern Living. King Ranch Chicken. Hailing from an era when casseroles were king, this Tex-Mex addition reigns supreme as the staple dish for church suppers and neighborhood potlucks. Though not an invention of the famed King Ranch — it’s more likely the invention of a Junior League member — the spicy flavors of chili powder, roasted peppers and cumin never fail to please. — Jessica Dupuy. 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. 1 3/4 cups chicken broth. 1 ...

Crash Course On Texas Independence Day

... Texan army under the command of Sam Houston attacked Santa Anna’s army at San Jacinto. They shouted "Remember the Alamo" during the attack, a phrase that's still popular with Texans today. And speaking of the Alamo a new bill has been introduced that would officially make March 6 th, remember the Alamo day. Would you be a fan of a new holiday in Texas. "Yeah, I think I would be. It would be something else to celebrate,” Texan Joseph Arroyo said. There are already several holidays that celebrate milestones in Texas history. If the bill is passed, it would take effect September first of this year. But back to what we already love about the lone star state. "Favorite thing about Texas is.you never know what the weather's going to be like. It's a guessing game every day,” Arroyo said. "So many places to visit. You can just travel just about anywhere in Texas and find a park or somewhere to have entertainment with your family,” Texan Rebecca Carrasco said. I guess there's just a few more words to say: honor the Texas flag, I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas one state under god, and one and ...

Where To Celebrate Texas Independence Day In Austin

... Texas Declaration of Independence was officially adopted, making the state independent from Mexico after 15 years and officially creating the Republic of Texas. Wondering how to celebrate? As always, Austin has plenty of options. Honor veterans of the Texas Revolution at the Texas State Cemetery on Thursday. Reenactors in period dress will fire off muskets, and members of Celebrate Texas will pause at the grave of their founder, Jay Johnson, before Texian Legacy Association members will lead a brief tour of other heroes buried in the cemetery. Celebrate at the Capitol.  The official celebration starts at noon Thursday. Remember the Alamo. On Sunday afternoon, the names of the men who died defending the Alamo will be read aloud on the south steps of the Capitol, followed by a musket volley in their honor. SAN ANTONIO, TX – MAY 18: A general view of atmosphere as HISTORY celebrates ...

Navasota Celebrates Texas Independence Day With Music And Festivities

... are just 7 miles from Washington-on-the-Brazos where, on March 2, 1836, they signed the Texas Declaration of Independence," said Shawn Myatt, Navasota assistant city manager and director of public safety. Login required. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one. Please click the button below to Start a new print or online subscription. Thank you for reading your allotted free articles on our site. If you would like to continue to read. Please log in below using your existing user ID and Password that you have created. If you need help, please contact our circulation office at (979) 776-2345. Need an account? Create one now. Subscription required. We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us, but did not find one. Please click the button below to Start a new print or online subscription. Manage your Account. You must login to view the full content on this page. Thank you for reading your allotted free articles on our site. If you would like to continue to read. Please log in below using your existing user ID and Password that you have created. If you need help, please ...

The World’s Biggest Texas Flag

... presented a Texas flag to then Texas Governor Price Daniel, who gave the flag to the Longhorn Band. Photo courtesy of Texas APO. Legendary Longhorn Band Director Vincent Di Nino recorded the first flag’s dimensions at 17 yards by 30 yards, making it smaller than the flag in use today. Di Nino passed the flag to the Athletics Department, which, in turn, asked Texas APO to “run the flag” during the 1962 Thanksgiving game against Texas A&M. “After that game, we were given the responsibility of maintaining and displaying the flag at university events,” explains Lauren Loper, a Texas APO coordinator who oversees the giant Texas flag. While Texas APO uses the massive 100 feet by 150 feet flag during football games, they have two other flags that are more manageable for certain events: a “drop flag” that hangs from the Tower on special occasions and a parade flag that’s ...

Earthquakes In North Texas Have Been Quiet Lately

... As for the evergreen activities: Eat Tex-Mex, visit world-class museums, soak in small-town charms and more. [KERA News]. The reason parents can’t find all-natural, chemical-free nightgowns for their kids goes back to the mid-1940 s. KERA’s Lauren Silverman reports: “The so-called “cowboy chap” scandal helped launch a new law — the Flammable Fabrics Act of 1953 — aimed at making children’s clothes flame resistant. In response, companies started adding chemicals to clothes to keep them from catching fire. The problem was that for decades, they added some pretty dangerous ones.” These days, if you’re looking for all-natural cotton pajamas, you’ll have to go underground. Read more in the latest Breakthroughs story. [KERA News]. March is Women’s History Month. KUT in Austin is partnering with the Ruthe Winegarten Foundation ...

Local Students Celebrate Texas Independence Day

... from Mexico in 1836. "It's kind of like the Fourth of July, it's like it's like USA's independence except it's for Texas,” said fourth-grade student Zoe Kriskey. The students taught others about historic Texans by each dressing up as a historic figure, and creating a “wax museum” for fellow classmates, teachers and parents to learn. "Remember the Alamo,” cried fourth-grade student Ryan Paul as he was dressed in his Sam Houston costume. Paul, as Houston, said he’s been waiting for this day. "Texas Independence Day means that my homeland, where I was born, this is the day that it finally became a country,” said Paul. And as a fourth-grade student, he's enjoyed the project. "I’ve always thought that Texas history has been so fascinating,” said Paul. "This was so fun to work on this project during my favorite subject with the best teachers ever.". Classmate Raegan Ramirez, dressed as Carolyn Jackson, is happy to share her knowledge of famous Texans with others. "They don't know their story, and we can help them learn about them,” said Ramirez. "They all shaped Texas history,” said Paul. The students have researched and practiced for ...