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You don’t have to scale mountains or embark on lengthy backcountry hikes to see bucket list views in Texas. These trails are beginner-friendly, but you’d never know it from the scenery. From ...

Early voting is underway on state and local elections regarding several issues, including 17 proposed amendments to the state Constitution. Local entities across the Rio Grande Valley also have ballot ...