Attractions
Where cattle graze and the buffalo roamed, dinosaurs once held dominion
By Judy Wade
If the idea that dinosaurs once lived in North Texas is hard for you to wrap your mind around, Whiteside Museum of Natural History at 310 N. Washington in Seymour has the proof. In fact, most of the pre-historic creatures’ fossilized remains were found within five miles of Seymour in part of what is known as the Permian Basin.
In the Hall of Paleontology, a Dimetrodon, a mammal-type reptile sporting a large fin on its back, greets you near the door. Known as “the terrible lizard,” this creature roamed Baylor County approximately 287 million years ago and was one of the largest of its day. Dimetrodon literally means “two types of teeth.” In front are two large fangs (canines) followed by numerous small teeth called post-canines.
To the right is the Edaphosaurus, brilliantly white with an upright sail on its back. It grew to 12 feet long and weighed as much as 600 pounds. It is much like the Dimetrodon, which was a carnivore, while Edaphosaurus was a herbivore, and was possibly hunted and eaten by the Dimetrodon.
To the left is a menacing looking Diadectes with a tremendously wide rib cage required to eat massive amounts of vegetation. A crosswise biter, it has peg-like front teeth and large molars. Its strong limbs and shovel-shaped claws were used to dig burrows.
The Eryops was a carnivore. Eryops mean “drawn out face” because so much of its skull is in front of its eyes. Its body was low to the ground and supported by short massive legs.
The crowning glory of the room, however, is the massive head of Tyrannosaurus Rex seeming to crash through the wall. Known as the King of the Dinosaurs, it seems to be adorned with feathers that are actually hair-like structures covering its face, head and chin but resemble everything from fur to porcupine quills.
To read more pick up a copy of the June 2018 NTFR issue. To subscribe call 940-872-5922.
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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