The Ashe juniper gets demonized this time of year, but what about its many benefits -- to the land, to enterprising charcoal sellers, to elves?

A community theater in rural East Texas has grown by thinking big, hiring a full-time director, and teaching professionalism.

Anybody can arrange a "rural theme" wedding. But can you make grey icing roses and grow your own bouquet? 

A newly published platter of Texas barbecue: scholarly research, with tasty sides of photography, interviews, lists, and even a toothpick dispenser.