So when the time is right, open up its pages and celebrate what makes Texas special.

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Throughout its pages, we examine the landmarks, icons, and traditions that invoke the Texas ethos. You'll find a breakdown of Big Tex's anatomy, the history behind the largest Texas flag in the world, and an essay devoted to the state's inimitable skies. texashighways.com/outdoors/the...

As a staff, our hearts are with the communities recovering from the Central Texas floods. It’s been a hard time for Texas. Our hope is that this issue serves as a reminder of what makes us proud to be Texans and brings a little joy back into your day.

For months, our staff worked on putting together this issue. In true Texan spirit, we were excited to debut this braggadocios project, shouting the state’s praises from all our channels. But leading up to its release, tragedy struck. texashighways.com/outdoors/ref...