Cole Strehlow

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1988, Tigua tribal leader Miguel Pedraza Sr. died at his home near El Paso. His efforts ensured the Tigua became a … Continue reading Wednesday, April 24, 2024

TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024 Mornin’ Folks! On this day in 1936, rock and roll musician Roy Orbison was born in Vernon, Texas. The singer debuted his first hit, “Ooby Dooby,” … Continue reading Tuesday, April 23, 2024

MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1540, Spanish explorer Francisco de Coronado began searching for the fabled ‘Seven Cities of Gold.’ While Coronado didn’t find cities made of … Continue reading Monday, April 22, 2024

FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024 It’s Friday Folks! On this day in 1924, the West Texas Historical Association was established in Abilene. Today, the organization is located at Texas Tech University. … Continue reading Friday, April 19, 2024

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024 It’s almost Friday! On this day in 1842, Juan Seguín resigned as San Antonio’s Mayor after he was accused of helping Mexican soldiers invade the city. … Continue reading Thursday, April 18, 2024

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024 Howdy! On this day in 1900, Baptist minister W.L. Dickson founded the Dickson Orphanage in Gilmer, Texas. It was the first of its kind for black … Continue reading Wednesday, April 17, 2024

TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024 Mornin Folks! On this day in 1947, the USS Grandcamp freighter exploded in Texas City due to an ammonium nitrate fire. The naval disaster claimed nearly … Continue reading Tuesday, March 16, 2024

MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024 It’s a new week y’all! On this day in 1869, The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Texas v. White that even though the state seceded in 1861, … Continue reading Monday, April 15, 2024

FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 2024 HAPPY FRIDAY! On this day in 1879, residents living near Fort Elliot petitioned the state to form the first Panhandle county, resulting in the creation of … Continue reading Friday, April 12, 2024

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2024 Enjoy your Thursday! On this day in 1921, the Majestic Theatre opened its doors in downtown Dallas. The building’s ‘Renaissance Revival’ design is the last of … Continue reading Thursday, April 11, 2024