Draft of an article about the towns surrounding New York and Paris, Texas that was published in the May 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text about attractions between New York and Paris, Texas that was published in the "Essentials" section of a May 2003 Texas Highways magazine article.

Itinerary for a daytrip from New York to Paris, Texas taken as personal experience research for an article that was published in the May 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for an article about the Tri-Lakes area in East Texas that was published in the August 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text about the Tri-Lakes area in East Texas that was published in the "Essentials" section of a September 1996 Texas Highways magazine article.

Research for an article about the Tri-Lakes area of East Texas that was published in the August 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for an article about Winnsboro's 46th annual Autumn Trails festival that was published in the October 2004 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text about Winnsboro's 46th annual Autumn Trails festival that was published in the "Essentials" section of an October 2004 Texas Highways magazine article.

Take a quirky detour on US 271 between Pittsburg and Mt. Pleasant to discover one of Texas' most unique roadside picnic areas. Nestled at Pilgrim's Pride's frozen chicken distribution center, this picnic spot offers more than just a place to dine. Under a canopy adorned with a mammoth likeness of company founder Lonnie "Bo" Pilgrim, you'll find a charming statue of him reading the Bible alongside his beloved pet chicken, Henrietta. Experience an offbeat picnic experience, where history and whimsy converge in a truly memorable setting.