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The 'Alligator Capital Of Texas' Is A Lakefront City Brimming With Wildlife, Rich History, And Incredible Fishing

While the animal might have a stronger association with states like Louisiana, Texas has plenty of gators to go around, and ...

10 Types of Woodpeckers to Be on the Lookout For

Few sights feel as wild and lively as the rapid tap-tap-tap of a woodpecker at work on a tree trunk. For garden lovers who ...
Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Bald eagle's new status as the official US bird brings pride and hope to many Native Americans

PRAIRIE ISLAND INDIAN COMMUNITY, Minn. (AP) — Some Native Americans traditionally bestow bald eagle feathers at ceremonies to mark achievements, such as graduations, and as a form of reverence for the ...

Inside the Navy's flyover farewell for President George H.W. Bush

Navy pilots who participated in the 21 aircraft flyover at George H.W. Bush's funeral in Texas describe what it was like to be part of that historic tribute for the late president.