ATHENS – Anglers across Texas set fishing records through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Angler Recognition Program (ARP) in 2024. Joan Swartz of Austin enjoyed one of the most notable catches, setting multiple fly-rod records on Oct. 15. Swartz, president of Texas Women Fly Fishers, reeled in a smallmouth buffalo on the Brazos River that weighed 27.95 pounds and measured 34.25 inches long. She earned a Big Fish Award, Water Body Record, State Catch […]
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Lake Tawakoni Delivers its First Legacy Class ShareLunker
ATHENS – Angler Clayton Braddock of Argyle reeled in Lake Tawakoni’s grand entry into the Toyota ShareLunker program Sunday, catching the waterbody’s first Legacy Class fish. The lake became the 79th Texas public fishery to produce one of these massive largemouth bass, and Braddock’s 13.30-pound ShareLunker 676 Sunday bumped the overall total to seven during the 2025 Toyota ShareLunker collection season “It is always exciting to see new reservoirs added to the list of waters producing Legacy […]
FFA Members to Celebrate Agriculture and Leadership Around the State With National FFA Week
WHAT: This week, FFA members around Texas will celebrate agriculture, leadership, and the impact of FFA during National FFA Week. While this is a nationwide tradition, it’s also an opportunity to highlight the incredible work being done by Texas FFA members to shape the future and agriculture and their communities. As the largest state FFA Association in the country, Texas FFA plays a pivotal role in developing the next generation of leaders, innovators, and agricultural […]
Annual White Bass Run Looking Strong in East Texas
AUSTIN – Heavy fall rain will mean anglers in east Texas should enjoy prime white bass fishing this spring, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists predict, while results could be spottier in central and south Texas. Each spring, white bass run upstream from reservoirs into rivers and creeks to spawn, creating prime fishing opportunities for new and seasoned anglers. White bass can be targeted from the bank, motorized boat or paddle craft in multiple […]
How Walkable is Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City (OKC) offers people a lot to see and do. Yet, it doesn’t rank high as a place where someone can walk easily to complete errands or exercise. Whether a person is considering a move or visit to Oklahoma City or already lives and works in the region, this guide covers the basics about the city’s walkability. What Is OKC’s Walk Rank? In 2017, Zillow ranked Oklahoma City as the 16th least walkable city […]
4 Tips to Ensure a Responsible Approach for Social Sports Gaming
You’ve seen ads on social sports gaming platforms everywhere—whether it’s social media or while playing video games—haven’t you? For once, you must have wondered why fantasy sports, sports prediction games, and free-to-play sports betting apps are gaining traction. The explanation is simple: social sports gaming allows people to put their sports knowledge to the test and win real money while competing with friends. Their popularity has made the global social sports gaming sector a […]
Toyota ShareLunker Partners with AFTCO on New ‘Guide of the Year’ Award
ATHENS – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and the Toyota ShareLunker Program are partnering with AFTCO on a new promotion to recognize a fishing guide who contributes to conservation and enhancement of largemouth bass in Texas. The AFTCO Guide of the Year award is open during the entire ShareLunker season. The winning guide will be announced on Toyota ShareLunker social media channels by the following April. The winner of the AFTCO Guide of the […]
TFFC Hosts Bass University In-Class Training Event
ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will host a two-day training event conducted by Toyota ShareLunker program partner Bass University. The in-person event takes place Jan. 11-12 in the Hart-Morris Conference Center at TFFC. “We’re excited to have our Toyota ShareLunker Program partner Bass University back at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) for another high-level series of bass fishing seminars,” said Tom Lang, TFFC director. “TFFC is home to the Toyota ShareLunker […]
Toyota ShareLunker Program Commences its 39th Season Jan. 1
ATHENS – New Year’s Day represents new beginnings, and for the Toyota ShareLunker Program, it’s the launch of the program’s 39th season. Anglers from across Texas and the nation will visit the world class fisheries across the state and cast their lines in hopes of landing a Legacy Class largemouth bass of 13 pounds or more. During the first three months of the season (Jan. 1 through March 31), anglers who reel in a 13-plus […]
Katy ISD Students Earn Academic All-State Honor in Cross Country, Football, Team Tennis, and Volleyball
KATY, TX [December 18, 2024] – Hundreds of our phenomenal student-athletes have scored big, earning a place on the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State list for fall sports. From dominating in cross country, football, team tennis, and volleyball to excelling in the classroom, these champions prove they’ve got what it takes. To earn the honor, a student must be a senior student-athlete, trainer, or manager in good standing with their respective team; display good […]