Features

HURRICANE IKE DIARY
By Stephen W. Williams and Eddie Albin
Our guys on the ground recount what East Texas cooperatives were doing while members’ lights were out.

HATS OFF TO COWTOWN
By Thomas Korosec
The Fort Worth stock show started in 1896, with the nation’s first indoor rodeo following in 1918. The Cowtown event also claims these firsts: bull riding competition, live radio broadcast and live national TV coverage.

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Departments

POWER TALK
Letters to the Editor; safety and energy tips; co-op people, places and trivia.

ELECTRIC NOTES
Energy tips and safety information.

TEXAS USA
CANYON LAKE GORGE
By Suzi Sands
A gorgeous creation

OBSERVATIONS
MEMORY'S SWEET SCENT
By Mary O. Parker
My grandmother's cedar chest has become part of my story.

FOOTNOTES IN TEXAS HISTORY
OLD WHIP: A HEADSTRONG TEXAS HERO
By Martha Deeringer
A cantankerous black stallion named Old Whip might be one of the great, unsung heroes of the Texas Revolution.

RECIPES
SACK THE FAT, CALORIES
By Kevin Hargis
You, there, wearing the Cowboys jersey! Drop that cookie! Back away from the cheese! Keep those wings OUT of the deep fryer!

FOCUS ON TEXAS
ODD FARM EQUIPMENT
By Ashley Clary
Reader photo contest. This month's topic was confusing for many, as we received many more entries for "old" farm equipment rather than "odd" farm equipment. In the end, we chose the ones that we had the most trouble identifying and picked one that's a common sight on a farm–but has an unusual, colorful twist.

AROUND TEXAS
Statewide Event Listings.

HIT THE ROAD
DECATUR TO WICHITA FALLS
By Ashley Clary
Relax and take your time while taking in historical attractions.