Kristin Barclay

Hye, Texas – Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handcrafted, corn-to-cork bourbon whiskey, is proud to announce Ranch Reserve Series. It’s a new collection of limited expressions that explore exceptional finishing casks through the lens of bold Texas bourbon. Each release begins with Garrison Brothers Texas Straight Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey aged four years in white American oak barrels and then moved to character-rich finishing casks. Only the best barrels that truly come together make the cut.

JALISCO, MX – June 2, 2026 – House of Rare Tequila, the small batch, experimental tequila brand coveted by collectors, is proud to announce the launch of its core range – House Reposado (40% ABV, 750ml, $89.99 SRP) and House Blanco (40% ABV, 750ml, $69.99 SRP), available today. The two releases mark the first permanent SKUs for the House of Rare

UNIVERSAL KIDS RESORT – UNIVERSAL DESTINATIONS & EXPERIENCES' FIRST-EVER THEME PARK DESIGNED FOR FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN – OFFICIALLY OPENS ON JULY 1, 2026 Tickets, Hotel Packages and the Park’s First Annual Pass Option are On Sale Now

(Arlington, Texas) – North Central Texas added 203,786 residents in 2025, bringing the region’s total population to 8,952,590 as of January 1, 2026, according to newly released population estimates from the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG).

BARDSTOWN, Ky., /PRNewswire/ — Chicken Cock Whiskey, one of America’s oldest whiskey brands established in 1856, is proud to unveil a comprehensive label refresh for its core portfolio. Launched in alignment with the brand’s 170th anniversary, the new designs personify the brand’s heritage by introducing five unique roosters—Remy, Ricky, Riley, Russell, and Rocco—to represent the distinct character of each expression.

Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa has some exciting events planned for its annual Summer of Glow, a season-long series of immersive experiences running through Labor Day. Guests can expect weekly drone light shows, neon-lit glow parties, Fourth of July fireworks, live music and a sweet summer hotel package built around unlimited complimentary ice cream.

Record-breaking Tormenta: Rampaging Run set to open at Six Flags Over Texas

TEXAS—Ahead of the first anniversary of HR 1, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” Feeding Texas, the statewide network of food banks, is examining the policy’s impacts on food access in Texas.

There’s no better excuse to gather friends and family than America’s 250th birthday. Whether you’re firing up the grill, spending the day by the pool, or settling in to watch fireworks light up the night sky, a great cocktail is always part of the celebration. From timeless bourbon favorites to light, refreshing summer sips and colorful red, white, and blue creations, these festive drinks are made for raising a glass to 250 years of American history. Cheers to good company, great cocktails, and a celebration that’s sure to be one for the history books.

HYE, TX (July 7, 2026) – On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Garrison Brothers, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, will release one of its most anticipated and allocated expressions: 2026 Garrison Brothers Laguna Madre Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This year’s release event also introduces a first for the Laguna Madre lineup—a limited-release Cask Strength Single Barrel Laguna Madre, bottled at 135.4 proof and created for collectors seeking the bourbon at its most powerful and uncut. The distillery gates will open at 8A in Hye, Texas, welcoming bourbon aficionados and Garrison Brothers fans eager to be among the first to secure a bottle. Now in its lucky seventh year, the 2026 Laguna Madre release yielded 3,000 total bottles, with the first 1,000 available during the August 8 event. The remaining 2,000 bottles will be available at key accounts and offered through Garrison Brothers’ e-commerce site beginning Friday, August 14, 2026.