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Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1958, legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Mike Singletary was born in Houston. After playing for Baylor, he helped the “Monsters of … Continue reading Wednesday, October 9, 2024

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1821, James Long and his band of soldiers surrendered at La Bahía in the town of Goliad to Colonel Juan … Continue reading Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Monday, October 7, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1922, former Houston Astros manager Grady Hatton was born in Beaumont. After a 14-year career playing for six major league … Continue reading Monday, October 7, 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

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1876, Thomas S. Gathright was appointed the first president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas, which would later … Continue reading Friday, October 4, 2024

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1930, the Daisy Bradford No. 3 oil well in Rusk County came in, ushering in the East Texas oil boom. … Continue reading Thursday, October 3, 2024

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1835, the Mexican military commander in Texas demanded the surrender of a cannon given to the town of Gonzales for … Continue reading Wednesday, October 2, 2024

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1837, John P. Borden opened the Texas General Land Office in Houston. Within two years, he would acquire 5,000 pounds … Continue reading Tuesday, October 1, 2024

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1972, Guadalupe Mountains National Park was established in Hudspeth and Culberson counties. The park is the site of Guadalupe Peak, … Continue reading Monday, September 30, 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