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

Friday, October 11, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1915, the Texas Woman’s Fair debuted in Houston, featuring demonstrations and exhibits on housekeeping and childcare. If you’ve ever gotten … Continue reading Friday, October 11, 2024

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2024 Good morning! On this day in 1835, the first edition of the Telegraph and Texas Register was published in San Felipe de Austin. It survived multiple … Continue reading Thursday, October 10, 2024

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