All posts by Jenny Webster Jurica
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Naegelin’s Bakery Bringing Happy Faces to the Hill Country Since 1868
Naegelin's Bakery is the oldest bakery in Texas. Famous for their iconic "Happy Face" cookies, this bakery is...
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5 Facts About the Texas Coral Snake that Might Surprise You
The Texas coral snake is so shy, docile, and misunderstood that it doesn’t get nearly the same hype...
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Texas Centipedes: 3 Things You Probably Don’t Want to Know
When you move to the Hill Country or visit here, no one warns you about Texas centipedes. Here...
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Venomous Texas Spiders: Which Two Species to Look Out For
Texas is home to lots of spiders; only two species are considered dangerous. The black widow and the...
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What Orange Ladybugs Really Are and Why They Are a Threat
Although most ladybugs are harmless and good for the environment, the recently introduced orange ladybug (Asian Lady Beetle)...
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The Texas Asp: Do Not Pet This Cuddly-Looking, Fuzzy Caterpillar
The Texas asp may look cuddly and harmless, but they are anything but! This venomous caterpillar is the...
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3 Places to Eat When Gruene is Super-Crowded
Where do you eat in Gruene, Texas when you're "hangry," thirsty, and hot? Here are three off-the-beaten-path restaurants...
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Off The Beaten Path: Outdoor Adventure Guide for the Texas Hill Country
Springtime in the Texas Hill Country leaves many of us itching to get up, get outside, and to...
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A True Foodie’s Paradise: Get a Taste of These Brownwood Restaurants
Not only is Brownwood your destination for year-round hunting, shopping, water sports, and just general rest...
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Does Your Dog Need a ‘Pawdicure’? Pamper Your Pooch With Pet-Friendly Nail Polish
People are spending lots of money on treats, toys, and even beauty treatments for their pampered pets. One...
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Take Your Family on a Thrilling Spring Break Escape to Caverns of Sonora
Located halfway between San Antonio and the beautiful Big Bend region of our state, Caverns of...
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Texas Best Smokehouse Delivers the Best Jerky Directly to Your Door
Texas Best Smokehouse is a truck stop/travel center unlike any other in the...
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Love Cat Videos? CatVideoFest Is Coming To a Theater Near You!
If you typically watch your cat videos alone (or with your own cat) in the confines of your...
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Dinner or Supper: What Does Your Family Call the Last Meal of the Day?
“What’s for dinner?” “What time will supper be ready?” Here in Texas, you’re liable to hear...
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New ‘Hot Dog’ Bill Aims to Protect Good Citizens Helping Pets
Texas State Representative Celia Israel is pushing for an addition to current legislation that will help concerned citizens...
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The World’s First Pet-friendly Movie Theater Just Opened in Texas
K9 Cinemas, the world’s first dog-friendly movie theater, recently opened in Plano, and it's...
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Small Town-Cool City Living: The 5 Coolest Things About Living in Buda, Texas
While many folks are flocking to Texas’ bustling metroplexes, just as many are drawn to the smaller, more...
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The Next Red Meat: Why the Texas Emu Farming Boom Failed
In the 1990s, the emu was the long-awaited solution to the low-fat, red-meat dieters conundrum. So, whatever happened...
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’Tis The Season For Family Fun at Geronimo Creek Retreat
With the holiday season upon us, this is the time of the year that families yearn to draw...
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Are You Sitting on a Goldmine? Vintage Pyrex is Worth Serious Cash!
The serving ware that likely delivered your most cherished (and possibly some of your least favorite)...
