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Most people probably associate bluegrass and folk music with the state of Texas. While there is a strong presence of these musical genres in the area, Texas has a very impressive and diverse music scene. Austin seems to bring in the largest and best-known music throughout the year, but there is an abundance of festivals, concerts and entertainment all over the state.The Austin City Limits festival held every fall hosts over 100 artists and bands and is attended by thousands from around the nation and around the world. This year the festival will take place October 8-10 in Zilker Park. Some of this year’s headliners included The Eagles, Phish, M.I.A. and the Flaming Lips. A wide range of artists representing many different genres and generations make this festival great for all music lovers. Continue reading ‘Check Out One of the Many Music Festivals in the Lone Star State’ »

When you are looking at moving to Texas, it is only natural for you to be concerned about your personal safety. After all, you want to feel like you and your family can be secure in your home and confident in your surroundings. For this reason, it is important to look at Texas crime statistics.The crime statistics in Texas are interesting. Though Texas is a huge state with a lot of open space, it has a much higher rate of crime per square mile than the rest of the country. The national median crime rate per square mile is 49.6, while in Texas there are 71 crimes committed per square mile! Continue reading ‘How Safe Is It To Live In Texas?’ »

Controlling energy costs and managing the environmental impact of power generation are critical issues in every state in the nation. In Texas, there is no doubt that the debate about power supply has been taken to the next level. Thanks to the oil wells in the state, conversations about energy management have taken place early, often, and vigorously in communities around the state.The results of Texas’s many conversations about energy are certainly of interest to anyone moving into the area. The environment for energy management is very different here than in other parts of the country, from broad level policy to what happens when you turn on the electricity.Electricity in Texas is a deregulated industry, and so you will find that you have multiple power supply choices when you move to a new town. You also have the opportunity to have your home energy needs met not by traditional power, but by alternative energy. Continue reading ‘How Can You Control Energy Costs In The Lone Star State?’ »