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The Cowgirl of the Typewriter

Frances Kavanaugh made a name for herself writing Westerns in the 1940’s. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frances_Kavanaugh https://www.latimes.com/local/la-me-frances-kavanaugh4-2009feb04-story.html http://www.cowgirl.net/portfolios/frances-kavanaugh/

The Creepiness of Caddo Lake

In East Texas, near the Louisiana border and Jefferson, Texas lies one of the creepiest lakes in the country. This week we discuss Bigfoot, some legends, and the weird atmosphere of this place. Resources: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caddo-lake https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/park-information/alligator-safety/alligator-safety. https://localprofile.com/2019/05/31/the-wilds-of-caddo-lake/ https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/the-lake-no-one-knows/ https://visitjeffersontexas.com/bigfoot-in-jefferson https://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/30/us/30lake.html https://theforumnews.com/article-3324-the-green-monster-of-caddo-lake-is-in-retreat.html https://www.wideopencountry.com/texas-man-catches-monster-on-caddo-lake/ http://texaslesstraveled.com/bigfootcountry.htm https://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/30/us/30lake.html

ShangriLlama- Royce City, Texas

Near Dallas there is a magical Irish-style castle, where six llamas live happily and visit with those who come to visit them (reservations are required) Resources: http://www.shangrillama.com https://www.dmagazine.com/publications/d-magazine/2018/october/shangri-llama-zoo-plano-royse-city-dallas/

The Battle for the World's Largest Pecan

In 1982, Texas lost its claim to the World’s Largest Pecan. However, Texas doesn’t give up. Resources: https://www.mysanantonio.com/community/article/Seguin-retaking-the-pecan-crown-1450043.php https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/worlds-largest-pecan https://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/4031

The Maceo Family Empire- Galveston's Very Own Mob Duo

When you hear about the mob, most people picture Boston, Las Vegas, or New York. Most people don’t picture Galveston, Texas. One of the most successful mob duos ever, Sam and Rose Maceo, made their name in the “Ellis Island of the West” and their reputation lives on. Resources: Galveston’s Maceo Family Empire: Bootlegging and…