West Texas

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The Perfect Geological Storm of the Permian Basin

July 23, 2026 BBQGRAIL 0
At first, the Permian Basin might seem like just another spot on the map. But its story is a blend of ancient geology and a dash of unexpected history. The Permian Basin holds more significance than most people realize, making it a fascinating subject for exploration. The Permian Basin gets its name from the Permian geologic period. Deep below our […]
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O’Donnell, Texas

June 22, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
O’Donnell, Texas, sits right where Lynn and Dawson counties shake hands on the high plains. Today, it feels like one of those boom towns that shaped West Texas back in the early 1900s. Originally, before it even had a name, this land was wide-open prairie, featuring short grass waving in the wind and nothing but sky for miles. In the […]
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Tomb of Christ Replica: A Quiet Stop in West Texas

June 8, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
If you drive through the expansive cotton fields of West Texas, the flat horizon becomes familiar. Just a few miles west of Brownfield, Texas, a unique landmark catches the eye: The Roadside Tomb of Christ. This humble Christian shrine offers a peaceful place to pull over and reflects the local faith of rural Texas. For road-weary travelers, it provides a […]
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Terry County, Texas

June 8, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
Terry County sits on the South Plains of West Texas. It started as a rugged frontier and has grown into a leading agricultural area. The county was established in 1876, officially organized in 1904. The county is named for Frank Terry, a well-known Texas Ranger and Confederate colonel. At first, the area was open rangeland where nomadic Comanche hunters lived. […]
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Bob’s Oil Well

May 22, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
At the crossroads of U.S. Highway 70 and Texas Highway 70 in the small West Texas town of Matador, Texas, located in Motley County, you’ll find one of the state’s most memorable roadside landmarks: Bob’s Oil Well. It was once a busy service station, café, tourist stop, and local hangout. Today, it still stands as a reminder of the golden […]
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Matador, Texas

May 22, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
Matador, Texas, located in Motley County, started as a small frontier settlement in the late 1800s and quickly became the heart of ranching in Northwest Texas. After becoming the county seat of Motley County in 1891, the town grew along with the famous Matador Ranch. Scottish investors founded the ranch in 1879, bringing jobs and business to the area and […]
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Motley County, Texas

May 21, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
Located in the rolling plains of Northwest Texas, Motley County has a rich history deeply connected to ranching, frontier settlement, and the rugged spirit of the American West. The county was established in 1876 and organized in 1891. It was named in honor of Junius William Mottley, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence who died during the Texas […]