Burn Bans

Drought

Monthly Change in Drought Monitor Classification

Fall dry spell follows record summer rainfall in Southeast Texas -- Drought has crept back into Southeast Texas after little rain has fallen since a record setting summer. The majority of Southeast texas is in moderate drought with some northern parts in severe drought according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. County officials are urging residents to keep an eye out for brush fires sparking. Burn bans could come into play soon and local farmers are hoping for rain to finish off their spring and summer season.
Beaumont Enterprise, Liz Teitz, November 7, 2016

Southwest drought disappearing but worries arise -- As of early November the U.S. drought monitor showed 5 percent of Texas in severe or moderate drought and 13 percent in abnormally dry conditions. An unusually dry October in the state means soil is beginning to dry out at the start of the winter crops season. Available soil moisture is also needed for the quality of spring crops. Texas’s weather outlook is somewhat bleak, but crops could be in good condition if certain areas of the state get timely fall and winter rain events.
Southwest Farm Press, Logan Hawkes, November 14, 2016

Texas A&M Forest Service prepares for winter fire season -- The risk of fire weather will begin to increase in the Big Country with the intrusion of dry air and drought conditions. The Texas A&M Fire Service just received training on the upcoming fire season. Rains during the spring helped fuels grow, which fires can easily burn on. Grass fires will begin to increase in number and roadside starts due to an increase in travelers over the holiday will increase as well.
KTXS, Melissa Valdez, November 28, 2016

Agriculture/Livestock

Texas Crop and Weather Report -- Texas A&M AgriLife expert says warmer than normal temperatures have helped some producers but hurt others who have already planted winter crops. Temperatures were still in the 80s in Uvalde with only one incursion of dry air. Producers who planted spring crops for the fall season are benefitting from the warm conditions. Unlike last year where rain plagued fields saw a high number of crops with disease, mostly dry weather this fall has kept crop disease on the low side.
AgriLife Today, Adam Russell, November 1, 2016

Rio Grande Valley growers could be in for a rough 2017 -- Texas A&M AgriLife expert says commodity prices are low for corn, cotton, soybeans, grain, sorghum, and sesame. The better farmers are informed, the better decisions they can make on what crops to grow when times are slow. Successful crops nationwide could be responsible for the drop in commodity prices. AgriLife will provide farmers with a free seminar to help plan for growing in 2017.
AgriLife Today, Brad Cowan, November 4, 2016

New bacterial pathogen found in corn in Texas -- In June and July, corn leaves were found with a new bacterial pathogen. While this pathogen was considered to be inconsequential, it is worth watching in the future according to Texas A&M AgriLife expert. This crop disease has not been seen in other parts of Texas. There is still no information on whether the disease will harm crop quality and yields.
High Plains Journal, Kay Ledbetter, November 8, 2016

Less winter wheat planted, more crop in poor condition -- According to state agronomist Mark Welch, only 86 percent of winter wheat was planted compared to the five year average of 88 percent and the percentage of poor and very poor rating increased by 5 percent. Warm and dry weather experienced in October is a bad combination for young wheat, which also brings bugs and diseases. It is possible rainy days the rest of November could revive the struggling crop.
Times Record News, Christopher Collins, November 11, 2016

Texas Crop and Weather Report -- A poultry expert with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service said turkey and egg prices are down from previous years due to low feed prices and the subsiding of a strong avian flu outbreak. An Egg Industry Center analyst stated egg prices in the southern region have fallen about $1.50 since last year for a dozen large white eggs.
AgriLife Today, Adam Russell, November 15, 2016

Texas’ top cotton region appears to be having a good 2016 -- The cotton crop in the ROlling and High Plains is expected to be above average for the year according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension experts. Some producers had low expectations due to a hot, dry July, but the fields are looking better than expected. Timely rains helped the crop some and also reduced costs of irrigating the crops.
High Plains Journal, Adam Russell, November 18, 2016

Texas Crop and Weather Report -- Texas A&M AgriLife expert says some dairy products like milk, eggs, and butter and pork will cost less than they did in 2015. The holidays typically drive demand of these products and producers began the early surge in September. It is not just that consumers want more of these products, it is a combination of that and the speciality holiday items consumers also want.
AgriLife Today, Adam Russell, November 22, 2016

Texas Crop and Weather Report -- This pecan season is expected to turn out to be hit or miss after an optimistic start according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension expert. Disease pressure exacerbated by late season rainfall is the likely culprit, but other factors were also noted. It was a mixed bag for pecan producers across the state with some producers having quality kernels and other having poor or no kernels at all.
AgriLife Today, Adam Russell, November 29, 2016

ENSO

Be prepared for possible more ice, snow -- A weak La Niña has just formed in the Pacific, which typically keeps the jet stream and cooler temperatures north of Texas. However, in Central Texas the numbers are saying something different. During the years with a weak La Niña, the average high and low temperatures have actually been cooler than normal and the amount of freezes is higher. It will be interesting to see what this winter brings and how it compares to the forecast.
KXAN, David Yeomans, November 21, 2016

Significant Weather

Rainfall/Flooding

Rain to bring cooler temperatures to North Texas -- Rain chances will increase over the next few days, which should provide relief to the September and October weather North Texas has been experiencing. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth reported a new record high on November 1st at 88 degrees and a new record high minimum temperature Wednesday morning at 75 degrees, which topped the previous record by 8 degrees.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Azia Branson, November 2, 2016

Rain possible through Election Day -- Rain that began Wednesday evening may continue through Election Day next Tuesday. The annual rain total is almost 10 inches above normal at 35.49 inches with two months still left in the year. The forecast calls for a chance of rain beginning Saturday and continuing through Monday, which could mean a soggy Election Day. However, rain is not expected to be a factor in voter turnout.
Times Record News, Staff Writer, November 3, 2016

Keep umbrellas handy; more rain in forecast -- Rainfall was isolated in San Antonio, but 1-2 inches of rain fell to just to the west of the city. Maverick county received an estimated 4-6 inches of rain in 24 hours. All this rain is being sparked by an upper level disturbance pushing moisture and instability into the area.
KSAT, Juan Acuna, November 4, 2016

Expect rain, cool weather to stick around -- Rain and cloudy skies will linger for the next few days according to the National Weather Service. An upper level disturbance in the southwest US is bringing Pacific moisture and instability into the region. As this system pushes east over the next few days, the rain chances will diminish as well.
The Eagle, Staff Writer, November 5, 2016

Poison ivy is flourishing on area trails due to excess rain -- Late August rains have helped poison ivy flourish along walking and running trails in Austin. Poison ivy likes disturbed soil and the edges of trails are a perfect spot for it to grow. Some signs have been posted where the plant has been spotted, but make sure to know what the plant looks like in order to steer clear.
KXAN, Rosie Newberry, November 10, 2016

Recent rains fill Ballinger lakes -- An upper level system continually fed moisture into Central Texas where upwards of 4 inches of rain fell in Runnels County. This rain filled up two lakes in Ballinger, which is about as good as it gets according to Ballinger City Manager. As the demand for water decreases as we transition into the colder months, high lake levels will likely pay dividends into the spring months.
Ballinger Ledger, Staff Writer, November 10, 2016

Tracking a few Friday showers and cooler weather -- The second cold front of the week will move through the area bringing a chance for showers and a week overnight disturbance will bring a second chance for rain. Weather models have another weak cold front moving into the area early next week due to a low pressure system forming in the northern part of the country.
KTXS, Hayden Nix, November 25, 2016

Rattlesnakes like new north Austin state office buildings -- A few rattlesnakes have been sighted outside some state office buildings in Austin. The activity is typical of wildlife that has been displaced by construction. The warm weather also has snakes still out and about instead of hibernating from the cold weather. Sightings should begin to decrease as we move into the colder parts of the year.
KSAT, Staff Writer, November 25, 2016

A cloudy Sunday brings some chances of rain to Central Texas -- Scatter showers will be possible in Central Texas under cloudy conditions this weekend. Temperatures will be on the warmer side with humidity levels and clouds keeping overnight temperatures in the upper 60s. Cloudy and sunny skies will be see-sawing with each other until the end of the week.
The Austin American-Statesman, Mary Huber, November 27, 2016

Big changes in our beautiful weather this weekend -- A surface high pressure system will settle over Central Texas tonight providing pleasant weather in Corpus Christi. An upper level system will dig into the southern U.S. this weekend increasing cloud cover over the area. The best chance for rain will be Saturday night and Sunday.
KRIS TV, Dale Nelson, November 20, 2016

Warm Weather

Warmest day of the week, then cooler air and rain chances arrives -- Today is expected to be the warmest day of the week as temperatures climb into the upper 80s under mostly sunny skies. An upper level disturbance will be stationary over the southwest bringing Pacific moisture and a chance for isolated showers. A cold front is expected to push its way through Big Country overnight Wednesday into Thursday.
KTXS, Hayden Nix, November 1, 2016

Lubbock breaks record highs ahead of cooler, wetter weather -- The National Weather Service in Lubbock reported the average October temperature was 67.5 degrees, which ousted the previous record of 66.2 degrees set in 1934. The first day of November also set a record high temperature at 88 degrees. The high temperatures are expected to drop with the arrival of a cold front Wednesday, which will also bring a chance for rain.
Lubbock Avalanche Journal, Denise Marquez, November 1, 2016

Prolonged warm weather affecting plants, harvests in North Texas -- When the temperatures begin to get colder, plants and trees’ leaves begin to change colors, indicating it is time to bunker down. In North Texas, the foliage does not show many signs of changing colors and is unseasonably green. North Texas producers have had to adapt to what crops they are planting with the warmer conditions in place as well as the extended forecast of warmer and drier than average conditions.
Denton Record-Chronicle, Matt Payne, November 2, 2016

Texas Crop and Weather Report -- According to the Texas State Climatologist, October was the fourth-hottest on record in Texas with 242 high record temperatures set across the state. Five days of triple digit temperatures were observed in the southern part of the state and two days in the Panhandle. Since August Texas has been quite dry and the pattern of warm and dry is not expected to change as we move into Winter.
AgriLife Today, Adam Russell, November 8, 2016

Rattlesnakes aren’t ready to hibernate thanks to rain, warmer weather -- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department experts are warning Texas residents to look out for rattlesnakes because they are not ready to hibernate just yet. Rain and warmer weather are keeping the snakes out in the wild because rodent populations are thriving. Experts say the rattling attracts hogs so be extra careful because the snakes are not rattling as much.
Houston Chronicle, Heather Leighton, November 11, 2016

Pleasant temperatures and mostly sunny skies Sunday in Central Texas -- The National Weather Service expects mild temperatures under mostly sunny skies to kick off the week. Temperatures should reach 72 degrees in Central texas with a light south wind. Clouds will move into the area overnight and temperatures will drop into the mid 50s. Expect conditions to persist until the end of the week.
The Austin American-Statesman, Mary Huber, November 13, 2016

After record heat, cold front should blow into Dallas-Fort Worth Friday -- The average high for November 16 is 67 degrees and Dallas topped off today at 88 degrees! This afternoon’s high broke a 95 year old record by 2 degrees. A cold front arriving Friday will bring significant changes to the unusually warm pattern. Highs will be in the upper 50s and lower 60s and lows could dip into the upper 30s this weekend in the DFW Metroplex.
Dallas Morning News, Geoffrey Short, November 16, 2016

Weather forecast fair through Thanksgiving -- The weather should remain fair for Central Texas through Thanksgiving weekend according to the National Weather Service. Forecast temperatures are right around average for this time of year in the mid to upper 60s. Although traffic will be heavy the weather will not add to the delays.
Waco Tribunal, Don Bolding, November 20, 2016

Clear, dry through Thursday; rain chance increases by next week -- Overnight temperatures Tuesday were on the chilly side, but they quickly rose to above average levels in the upper 70s and low 80s. Weather will continue to be fair until Friday when rain chances greatly increase. Clouds will quickly increase thanks to an upper level system to the west and widespread rain is expected for much of the weekend.
KSAT, Juan Acuna, November 29, 2016

Cool Weather

Winter is coming, Houston -- The long range forecast issued by NOAA favors warmer and drier air for south Texas. The overall pattern is expected to lean this way, but there will still be days of blustery and cold weather. Only 0.14” of rain fell at Bush Intercontinental in October, which is 5.56” below average for the month. This rain deficit was seen across much of the state and drought conditions have crept back into portions of the state to begin the month of November.
KTRK, Tim Heller, November 2, 2016

Gray skies, lower temps ahead for Central Texas -- According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, the yucky hot weather will turn more fall-like. Rain chances and cloudy weather will make its way into Central Texas Sunday and continue throughout the week.
Killeen Daily Herald, Jacqueline Downland, November 5, 2016

Weather staying cool, cloudy this weekend; less rain expected -- An upper level cutoff low pressure system has been lingering over the Texas area for the past few weeks. This system has brought unstable air, moisture, and a few inches of rain to the San Antonio area. Rain chances are decreasing as this system finally moves out, but lingering showers are still possible. Warmer temperatures and sunny skies are expected as the system gets kicked out of the area.
KSAT, Mike Osterhage, November 10, 2016

Still no freeze, but a big chill to sweep through next weekend -- The first significant cold front of the season is expected to make its way into North Texas next weekend. Temperatures are expected to dip into the upper 30s and bring a chance of rain. Right now it seems most of the rain will be east of the DFW metroplex.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Robert Cadwallader, November 12, 2016

Fall-like weekend in store for North Texas -- After beginning the day in the upper 40s and low 50s, North Texas will warm into the upper 60s under mostly sunny skies. A high pressure system will gradually warm temperatures into the low 80s by midweek before a strong cold front brings fall-like temperatures to the area.
KDFW, Staff Writer, November 12, 2016

Supermoon occurs tonight; strong cold front arrives Friday -- There will be plenty of sunshine in San Antonio today with temperatures a few degrees above normal in the upper 70s and lower 80s. Temperatures are not expected to drop much with a weak cold front arriving overnight. The big weather changer will arrive Friday in the form of a strong cold front. Temperatures will drop 15-20 degrees during the afternoon hours and overnight temperatures are expected to be in the mid 40s.
KSAT, Juan Acuna, November 14, 2016

Some parts of North Texas could see a freeze this weekend -- A few weeks of well above average temperatures will come to an end this weekend. A strong cold front will move through North Texas Friday morning bringing much colder temperatures, gusty winds, and a small chance of rain. Overnight temperatures will be in the 30s across the metroplex and some areas outside the cities could see below freezing temperatures.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Bill Hanna, November 17, 2016

Area under freeze warning this weekend -- A freeze warning has been issued for Wichita Falls and parts of North Texas as a strong cold front makes its way through the area. The National Weather Service expects a freeze overnight Friday into Saturday morning. Temperatures may brush the freezing line Saturday evening as well, but temperatures will increase into the mid 70s through the work week.
Times Record News, Staff Writer, November 18, 2016

Cold spell arrives in Central Texas -- Some areas in Central Texas will see the first freeze of the season after a cold front pushed through the state. Some sensitive plants could be harmed if let out overnight Friday, but temperatures are expected to warm as the week starts. A weak cold front with mostly dry air will arrive early next week.
The Killeen Daily Herald, Jacqueline Dowland, November 19, 2016

Crisp weather for Thanksgiving Day -- The National Weather Service expects temperatures to reach the low 70s and cool into the 50s on Thanksgiving Day. Fall weather arrived just in time for the holiday as temperatures the previous week were almost a record setting hot. There is a slight chance for a stray shower for Black Friday shoppers in the morning.
The Austin American-Statesman, Nolan Hicks, November 24, 2016

A windy start to the work week -- After the passing of a cold front, strong winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph will start off the week. Another cold front pushes through Big Country mid week and will bump temperatures down a few degrees. The pattern will have a significant change this weekend when an upper level low over New Mexico will stream instability and moisture into the area. Widespread rain is expected over the weekend and temperatures will be on the cool side.
KTXS, Hayden Nix, November 28, 2016

Another cold morning, but temperatures will rebound -- A Freeze Warning in effect for North texas will expire at 9 a.m. this morning and temperatures will slowly creep into the 60s. Overnight temperatures will fall into the mid 40s under clear skies and tomorrow will be in the low 70s under sunny skies.
FOX 4 DFW, Staff Writer, November 20, 2016

Parade chilly and dry, snow possible Saturday -- Temperatures will dip into the upper 20’s overnight during the annual Christmas Parade of Lights, but should remain dry. Rain chances will increase as Friday progresses and could even change over to snow or sleet Saturday in the Texas Panhandle.
Plainview Daily Herald, Doug McDonough, November 20, 2016

Severe Weather

Hail destroys O’Donnell cotton at ‘worst possible time’ -- Producers at the Co-op Association of O’Donnell estimated 30 percent of the cotton crop had been harvested. Some of the rest of the crop will likely be damaged by an overnight hailstorm. A cold front brought heavy downpours, but a localized thunderstorm with golf-ball sized hail and strong winds damaged crops in the O’Donnell area. With the crops ready to be harvested, the losses are extra painful to producers.
Lubbock Avalanche Journal, Josie Musico, November 13, 2016

Severe weather brings hail, rain, strong winds to El Paso -- Severe weather hit EL Paso hard with some areas seeing strong winds and others seeing large hail. The National Weather Service issues a tornado warning for El Paso county and a flood advisory for El Paso and Dona Ana counties. High school football goers had to seek shelter because of of the large hail.
KFOX 14, Jamel Valencia, November 4, 2016

Severe thunderstorms will hang around North Texas -- The National Weather Service is expecting accumulating rain amount of up to 2 inches through Tuesday. The cloudy skies will keep temperatures in the mid 70s, but when the rain chances diminish the temperatures will be on the rise.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Domingo Ramirez Jr., November 6, 2016

Insurance Council of Texas: Friday’s hailstorm in El Paso a “catastrophe” -- The Insurance Council of Texas has reported more than $100 million in losses due to a hail storm last week in El Paso. A local State Farm office had lines out the door where residents were receiving claims. Of State Farm’s 1,400 hail claims statewide, most of them were within El Paso county.
KVIA, Stephen Decatur, November 7, 2016

Gusty winds, scattered thunderstorms possible in North Texas -- Gusty winds and the potential for rain and thunderstorms increases in North Texas during the early part of the week. The National Weather Service expects a cold front to move through the area and ramp up the potential for rain, but nothing more than an inch. The severe potential remains to the east of the Metroplex. Temperatures will drop about 10 degrees and the rest of the week should see seasonable temperatures.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Azia Branson, November 22, 2016

Storms briefly grounds Houston flights during busy travel day -- The FAA grounded flights at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport the day before Thanksgiving due to a fast moving storm system. Flights are expected to be delayed by about 15 minutes. AAA estimates more than 49 million people will travel 50 miles or more for the holiday, which is the most since 2007.
The Brownsville Herald, Staff Writer, November 23, 2016

Storms, tornadoes in the forecast for Monday -- The Weather Prediction Center has placed Houston in a slight risk area for severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service expects localized wind gusts and a small chance for an isolated tornado as a frontal system approaches. A warm layer of air just above the surface could inhibit storm development especially to the southwest of downtown Houston. Rain chances will quickly diminish behind the cold front.
Houston Chronicle, Keri Blakinger, November 27, 2016

Other Climate Impacts

Economics/Technology

El Paso Water rates may rise again in 2017 -- The El Paso Public Service Board will host a meeting to discuss the details of raising El Paso’s stormwater fee by 61 cents per month. The Board already increased the fee 35 cents in March of 2016. The increases in fees are poised to help the utility companies expand its flood-control projects, maintain existing storm-water systems, and set aside funds for dual-purpose ponds for the city. The new rates would go into effect March 1.
El Paso Times, Vic Kolenc, November 12, 2016

Texas State Awarded $1 Million Grant To Fund EverGreen Project -- A four-year, $1 million grant was given to Texas State University for the the EverGreen Project. The U.S. Department of Agriculture will fund the project that aims to find innovative solutions for the global food-water-energy crisis and increase the number of Hispanic students with advanced technical degrees in the field.
San Marcos Corridor News, Staff Writer, November 13, 2016

Thanksgiving Dinner to cost Texans more this year -- A Texas-style Thanksgiving will cost more this year thanks to Mother Nature’s dealings this past year. Most of Texas received much needed rainfall, but some areas got too much. Green beans, pecans, and sweet potatoes top the list of prices increases while turkey, cranberry sauce, and stuffing remained about the same.
KAMR, Staff Writer, November 15, 2016

Roads/Traffic/Travel

4 die in 3 crashes in 24 hours on Central Texas roads -- Traffic-related fatalities rose during the days leading up to Thanksgiving in the Austin area. Four people had been killed in 3 separate car crashes on Central Texas roads. Storms rolled through the area Tuesday, but authorities would not say if weather played a factor in the crashes.
The Austin American-Statesman, Mark Wilson, November 23, 3016

Hunting/Fishing

Duck hunters want cold weather help -- The warm weather in southern Texas has brought very little duck and geese from the north during the opening of the hunting season. The Texas Park and Wildlife Department has said a delayed arrival of cold temperatures from the north is hindering this hunting season. However, waterfowl numbers are in good shape as the above average wet conditions have been prime for the birds.
Port Arthur News, Staff Writer, November 9, 2016

Duck hunters face difficulties in East Texas -- A few species of duck are at their highest population since the US Wildlife Service began counting. Although rain totals over the past year have been historic, the flash drought over the past couple months could hinder the duck hunting season. The lack of strong cold fronts thus far is not pushing birds south to East Texas just yet so the beginning of the season could be lacking high bird counts.
Longview News-Journal, Staff Writer, November 9, 2016

Ducks here, there and everywhere - sort of -- The weekend opener of duck season had mixed results. Some hunters reported excellent conditions while others reported virtually no birds. Some of the best places during the weekend opener were in the North Zone west of Beaumont and in Port Arthur. Ground conditions are prime for waterfowl, but colder temperatures will likely bring a large number of birds south for the winter months.
The Examiner, Robert Sloan, November 11, 2016

Waterfowl hunting season under way -- A lack of cold weather has delayed the migration of waterfowl from the north into the state of Texas. The waterfowl habitat across the state appears to be in prime condition thanks to above average rainfall for the past two years. The opening of waterfowl hunting season has hunters on their toes for the first big intrusion of cold air and, hopefully, waterfowls as well.
Wilson County News, Staff Writer, November 16, 2016

More quail means more shotguns in field -- Prime conditions in the state are set for a quality year of bobwhite and blue quail. This year’s quail season began October 29th and will run through February 26th and quail populations are expected to be exceptional. Everything has fallen into place for a great quail season and the hunters have been out in large numbers already.
San Antonio Express-News, Ralph Winingham, November 17, 2016

Recreation/Leisure/Athletics

Texas Sprint Cup Series Action Delayed Due To Rain -- The second round of 8 races of the Sprint Cup at Texas Motor Speedway was delayed six hours due to rain in the area. The start of the race was not until 8pm. Earlier in the week, rain had impacted NASCAR World Truck series at Texas Motor Speedway.
NASCAR, Staff Writer, November 6, 2016

Weather causes evacuation of music festival in Central Texas Sunday afternoon -- Sound on Sound festival goers had to seek shelter while a fast moving storm system moved through the area Sunday afternoon. The last day of the festival was not cancelled, but rather delayed. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for the area.
San Antonio Express-News, Chris Quinn, November 6, 2016

Ready or not, head to the polls, Texans -- On Election Day, 42 million voters are expected to head to the polls to choose their next president. For North Texans, only a 30 percent chance of rain in the morning. A meteorologist at the national weather service expects cloudy conditions all day with a high of 69 degrees. Weather is not expected to affect voter turnout on this historic day.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Anna Tinsley, November 7, 2016

Voters in Central Texas will have to brave the weather -- According to the National Weather Service, voters will have to brave a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day today. Rain chances will decrease into the evening hours and temperatures are not expected to get above 60. A period of dry weather is expected throughout the rest of the week.
Killeen Daily Herald, Josh Sullivan, November 8, 2016

SAWS Rain Barrel program -- The San Antonio Water System, or SAWS, is wanting to find gardeners to use their rain barrels for irrigating their plants. While this method will not solve long term water challenges or reduce water rates, it will help gardeners obtain high quality rain barrel at a reasonable price.
San Antonio Express-News, Staff Writer, November 10, 2016

Texas State Parks offer an alternative to the Black Friday craze with nature events -- To promote going outside on the day off of work or school, Texas State Parks are offering nature events free to the public. The forecast across much of the state calls for fair weather and mostly sunny skies so it is a perfect time to get out and enjoy the time off.
Houston Chronicle, Heather Leighton, November 21, 2016

Last weekend of season for Texas Renaissance Festival -- The last weekend of the Texas Renaissance Festival will include a Celtic Christmas theme with plenty of pumpkin pie, hot chocolate, and hot apple cider. The festival will run through Sunday rain or shine.
The Eagle, Staff Writer, November 24, 2016