Howdy! Welcome to the Trail

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Howdy, Neighbor.

If you've spent any time driving across the Lone Star State, you know that the real Texas isn't found on the I-35 or the I-10. It’s found on the narrow strips of asphalt that wind through the Piney Woods, the Hill Country, and the high plains of the Panhandle.

I started Texas Backroads Weekly because I kept finding myself pulling over. I’d see a tilted water tower, a grave in the middle of a road, or a coffee shop in a town with a population of fifty—and I realized these places have stories that are being forgotten as we all rush to get from Point A to Point B.

What to Expect Here:

  • The Monday Dispatch: Every Monday at 8:00 AM, I’ll drop a new "Field Note" about a specific stop I’ve found.
  • Roadside Oddities: The weird, the tilted, and the "why is that there?" landmarks.
  • Hidden History: The stories of the people and events that shaped these small towns.
  • Small Town Fuel: The best kolaches, burgers, and caffeine fixes you can only find on a backroad.

This isn't just a travel blog; it's an invitation to slow down. Texas is too big to see at 75 miles per hour. So, grab a map, fill up the tank, and let’s see what’s waiting around the next bend.

Keep the shiny side up,
The Texas Backroads Team

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