Attractions
Red River Station
By Shannon Gillette
Long before it was the jumping off point of the Chisholm Trail, the area that became known as Red River Station had been well traveled for thousands of years. Near the junction of Salt Creek and the Red River, the mighty Red makes a distinct bend to the north.
This natural detour pushes the current to the south bank creating a favorable crossing point. This crossing was used for centuries by huge herds of buffalos, Native Americans and much later by hundreds of thousands of Texas Longhorns.
In 1857, a few families tried to push the envelope of the frontier and settle in the area. They were pushed back by raiding Indians. By 1860 they had managed to fend off the hostile attacks and put down roots and build a few structures. Some of these adventurous souls were the Grayson, Cardwell, Boren and Quillan families.
In July and August of 1861 the Texas authorities sent a company of State Troopers or Rangers under the command of Captain Brunson to help defend against the continuing advances of the disgruntled Indians. The camp or station was first known as Camp Brunson.
By December of 1862, the company had undergone a reorganization, placing Captain John Rowland in charge. It is estimated that approximately 50 families sought refuge within the confines of the stockade. Rowland was reassigned to south Texas in 1864.
Not too long after Rowland’s exodus, the Chisholm Trail was in full swing. The trail led to Kansas from all points in Texas, herding Longhorn cattle to market. The feeder trails in Texas converged along the way, creating a funnel effect by the time it reached the Red River in Montague County. The first herds crossed at Red River Station in 1867. By 1870, it was a prominent crossing.
To read more pick up a copy of the October 2017 NTFR issue. To subscribe call 940-872-5922.
Historical marker commemorating the Civil War era outpost. (Photo courtesy of Tales N Trails Museum)
It’s already March and the smell of springtime parties and special events is in the air.
Everybody knows in order to have a great party, you’ve got to have the right music.
Well, that’s where my friend Katie Dieter comes to the rescue.
Katie, aka DJ KD “The Spinner,” has been spinning the right mix for parties and special events throughout North Texas for years now. Her passion for music helps to make your special event one your friends will never forget. Whether you’re planning a wedding, banquet, school event or just a backyard get-together with friends, DJ KD “The Spinner” is the right call for you.
To read more, pick up a copy of the March issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
Seems lately these days Texas is becoming the envy of musicians from around the world.
With the overwhelming response to “Yellowstone,” the television series, Texas once again finds itself under the microscope of the world, much like the late 1980’s TV series know to all around the globe as “Dallas.”
With that said, the musician population in Texas is beginning to grow as many aspiring performers turn their sights on Texas instead of Nashville. Meet my newly-found friend and fellow musician Grace Partridge. This youthful 19 year old has recently made Texas her new home. She began fiddling at age four in Rigby, Idaho. Grace worked her way through the National Fiddle championships in Weiser, Idaho, becoming a five-time national champion. She’s even played on the Grand Ole Opry. Still yet, her desire to become a true Texas Fiddler has brought her to the Lone Star State. I’m pretty sure we can thank Bob Wills for that.
To read more, pick up a copy of the January 2024 issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
On Nov. 4, 2023, the Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra will present an evening of Texas Cowboy, Country and Western Swing with yours truly, Dave Alexander and the fabulous Quebe Sisters.
Enjoy the music of Bob Wills, Willie Nelson, Gene Autry and many more of your Texas Music favorites performed with a full symphony orchestra. We also will feature music from my latest CD, “From The Saddle To Symphony Hall,” along with some of my own compositions. It is guaranteed to be a night to remember.
To read more, pick up a copy of the October issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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