Denison

Local life, businesses, and guides covering Denison, Texas in Grayson County.

November 5, 2026

Downtown Denison Main Street Guide: Shops, Food and Where to Park

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Downtown Denison Main Street guide: free parking, a walking loop from Katy Depot past Heritage Park to Birdy’s and Main Street Mall, with shops and eats already on GCL.

A feral hog at the edge of a rooted North Texas pasture, with new rooftops and a water tower on the horizon at golden hour.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Halloween weekend Grayson County collage: an EEK painted pumpkin at Preston Trail Farms in Gunter, the Welcome to Howe mural, and the DENISON sign downtown

October 21, 2026

Grayson County Halloween Events 2026: Gunter, Howe & Denison

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Grayson County Halloween events for 2026: Preston Trail Farms pumpkins in Gunter, Howe-lloween on Oct. 26 and Denison’s Monsters on Main on Oct. 31.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Sundrop Books Denison collage: ribbon cutting outside the 214 W. Main St. storefront, a fall-decorated bookshelf, and a table of Native children's picture books

October 16, 2026

Sundrop Books Denison: Choctaw-Owned Bookstore on Main Street

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Sundrop Books Denison is a Choctaw-owned bookstore at 214 W. Main St. with new and used books, a kids’ corner, and Thursday–Saturday hours.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Kent's Tex-Mex Denison collage: a taco plate with rice and green salsa, the Kent's and Original Garcia's pole sign, and the colorful dining room

October 14, 2026

Kent’s Tex-Mex Denison: The Original Garcia’s on Woodlawn

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Kent’s Tex-Mex Denison: Tex-Mex on Woodlawn Blvd in the building where the original Garcia’s began, with what to order, hours, and phone.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Hickory House Bar-B-Que Denison collage: red Bar-B-Que storefront, sliced brisket plate with fried okra and potato salad, and shelves of bottled sodas

October 14, 2026

Hickory House Bar-B-Que Denison: Pit BBQ on Woodard Since 1975

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Hickory House Bar-B-Que Denison: Doyle family pit barbecue since 1975 on W Woodard St, with brisket, scratch sides, a soda shop, hours, and phone.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Watson's Drive In Denison: Watson's Hamburgers sign over the blue-and-white awning, a cheeseburger, and a homemade onion ring

October 13, 2026

Watson’s Drive In Denison: Carhop Burgers on West Main Since 1956

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Watson’s Drive In Denison: a family-run carhop since 1956 on W Main St, with fresh-meat burgers, onion rings, chili packs, address, and phone.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Corridor weekend eats collage: Marilina's Kitchen tacos in Gunter, Palio's pizza in Howe, and Huck's fried catfish in Denison

October 12, 2026

Corridor Weekend Eats: Gunter, Howe & Denison Local Spots

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Corridor weekend eats along Gunter, Howe & Denison—tacos, pizza on Haning St, and Denison catfish with addresses from our local guides.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Huck's Catfish Denison collage: storefront on S Trail Dr, fried catfish dinner plate, and busy dining room

October 9, 2026

Huck’s Catfish Denison: Fried Catfish on S Trail Dr

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Huck’s Catfish Denison: fried & grilled catfish on S Trail Dr, hush puppies, sides, address, phone, and what to order.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Stafford House Provisions Denison: dining room service, a plated steak entrée, and craft cocktails

October 5, 2026

Stafford House Provisions Denison: Steaks & Wine at Katy Depot

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Stafford House Provisions Denison: a steakhouse, wine bar, and cocktail lounge in the historic Katy Depot. Menu highlights, posted hours, and tips.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.

Aerial view over Denison Texas for the Grayson County Line corridor guide

September 29, 2026

Grayson County Line: The Corridor Guide (Gunter, Howe & Denison)

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Grayson County Line—local restaurant and shop guides for Gunter, Howe & Denison with verified contacts.

Why Wild Hogs Are Moving to Howe and Gunter as Sherman and Van Alstyne Grow

Sherman and Van Alstyne growth is squeezing feral hogs into Howe and Gunter. Why the yards, farms, and farm-to-market roads are taking the hit—and what Texas law actually allows.