Cole Strehlow

Saturday, November 30, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1835, David N. Burke arrived in Texas with a company of about thirty volunteers from Mobile, Alabama, under his command. … Continue reading Saturday, November 30, 2024

Saturday, November 23, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1936, legendary Delta blues guitarist Robert Johnson had his first recording session in San Antonio. Johnson claimed his prowess with … Continue reading Saturday, November 23, 2024

Saturday, November 16, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1845, the Republic of Texas concluded its final Indian treaty near present-day Waco, agreeing to peace with most of the … Continue reading Saturday, November 16, 2024

Saturday, November 9, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 2019, San Antonio celebrated Tony Parker Day in honor of the legendary Spurs point guard before the team retired his … Continue reading Saturday, November 9, 2024

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1909, the “king of whistlers” Fred Lowery was born in Palestine, Texas. Lowery, who was blind, enjoyed a successful musical … Continue reading Saturday, November 2, 2024

Saturday, October 26, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1848, Joseph H. LaMotte led two companies of the First United States Infantry to Davis Landing near modern-day Rio Grande … Continue reading Saturday, October 26, 2024

Saturday, October 19, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1889, H. S. Barber carved his name into the rock at the Devil’s Sinkhole. Barber was the first known explorer … Continue reading Saturday, October 19, 2024

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1961, the Dallas Broncos, a National Bowling League team, held its first competition at the Bronco Bowl with about 2,000 … Continue reading Saturday, October 12, 2024

Saturday, October 5, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1838, the deadliest Indian attack in East Texas history took place in what became known as the Killough Massacre.  And … Continue reading Saturday, October 5, 2024

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1859, Juan Cortina rode into Brownsville with at least 40 men and took control of the town. He would soon … Continue reading Saturday, September 28, 2024