{"id":26403,"date":"2025-10-29T16:59:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T16:59:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/26403\/"},"modified":"2025-10-29T16:59:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T16:59:06","slug":"this-20-foot-cowboy-hat-is-about-to-put-a-texas-city-on-the-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/26403\/","title":{"rendered":"This 20-Foot Cowboy Hat Is About To Put A Texas City On The Map"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757134_264_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2fSSdu_164yf3dT00\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Texas has a lot of things that people remember. The Alamo is probably the biggest things right? Well, this new item might be something people want to see, and it\u2019s another thing people associate with the state.<\/p>\n<p>What Could The Item Be That Will Bring Eyes To A Certain Part Of Texas?<\/p>\n<p>When you think of the Wild West, you think of Cowboys. Of course, when you walk around the state, your bound to see someone wearing one. They come in different shapes and sizes too!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/us105fm.com\/app\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Download the KUSJ Mobile App Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>But, some have a certain dramatic flair to them don\u2019t they? They could have some personal flair in them, or they could light up perhaps. But then, there\u2019s this one big cowboy hat in Garland, that\u2019s going to certainly bring buckaroos from around the state.<\/p>\n<p>How Is A Cowboy Hat Going To Bring Attention To Garland, Texas?<\/p>\n<p>If you didn\u2019t know, <a href=\"https:\/\/cw33.com\/news\/local\/step-aside-big-tex-garland-unveils-states-largest-cowboy-hat\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">according to CW33,<\/a> the city is well known for cowboy hats. So much so that it is known as the\u00a0Cowboy Hat Capital of Texas. That title comes with a lot of prestige doesn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n<p>But to keep that title, you\u2019ve to back it up. Garland does a pretty good job of it, having both\u00a0Resistol and Stetson in the city making the famed cowboy hats. Now however, it looks like their planning to cement it with a very large hat.<\/p>\n<p>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/us105fm.com\/texas-home-building\/?utm_source=tsmclip&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The States with the Most New Homes: Texas Tops the List<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Per CW33, the city of Garland is going to have a big hat, aptly titled \u201cThe Big Hat\u201d in the city. It will be a staggering 20 feet wide. It will even have a ceremony to reveal it on September 27th, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>So, looks like a trek to Garland for some individuals is in the cards!<\/p>\n<p>The World Wants These 5 Things Made In Texas The MostTexas exported a staggering $455B in 2024. But what does the state share most with the world? The top exports might surprise you. Gallery Credit: Tommy Paradise, Townsquare Media, Canva, World&#8217;s Top Exports <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757134_323_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1BUM77_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva\/World&#8217;s Top ExportsCrude Petroleum Oils<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757135_653_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2DYh1y_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva\/World&#8217;s Top ExportsRefined Petroleum Oils Excluding Biodiesel<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757135_178_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=35kwXy_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva\/World&#8217;s Top ExportsLiquified Propane<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757136_662_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2mnUeW_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva\/World&#8217;s Top ExportsLight Petroleum Oils Excluding Biodiesel<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757136_524_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0PmFsk_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva\/World&#8217;s Top ExportsCivilian Aircraft, Aircraft Engines, Other PartsBooks That Texas Kids Want To ReadStudent reading scores are down nationwide. In an effort to entice kids to pick up a book, I have compiled a list of books (from my library) that Texas students love to read. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757137_922_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4SR7s3_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"667\"\/>Tasha StevensHarry Potter SeriesEvery kid (and kid at heart) loves Harry Potter!! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757137_923_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3lpPtJ_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"877\"\/>Tasha StevensI Know an Old Lady (Who Swallowed a Fly)This book freaked me out when I was a kid, but it also kept me glued to the page! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757138_115_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3pfPg7_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"939\"\/>Tasha StevensWhere the Wild Things AreIf you want kids to read, show them a bunch of monsters! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757138_808_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0K0bDd_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"1108\"\/>Tasha StevensHarry the Dirty DogKids love to get dirty and they love dogs. Combine the two and you have a child reading a book. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757138_774_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=23y5Ah_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"514\"\/>Tasha StevensEric Carle CollectionMy mother LOVED Eric Carle which meant I was reading books that were illustrated by Eric Carle. Kids LOVE them! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757139_848_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=458S6Q_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"1199\"\/>Tasha StevensGreen Eggs and HamYou cannot go wrong with Dr. Seuss! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757139_645_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2eIIJR_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"985\"\/>Tasha StevensLove You ForeverKids will love this book while we adults are crying through this book. It is still one of my favorites. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757140_454_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0beaN3_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"874\"\/>Tasha StevensThe Snowy DayAnother one of my mother&#8217;s favorites. She was a teacher with a Master&#8217;s Degree and +30 in reading. I owe my love of reading and speed reading skills to her. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757140_26_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1ioDBC_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"934\"\/>Tasha StevensThe Land of Lost ButtonsThis book was one of my favorites as a kid. A lot of imagination in this one! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757141_454_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0D8XCV_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"1171\"\/>Tasha StevensThe Best Loved DollThis is a great book for children. It teaches kids that what matters is on the &#8220;inside&#8221;. Love it. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757141_299_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4Ow7lK_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"801\"\/>Tasha StevensRoom on the BroomThis is a perfect book for Fall (and Halloween!) <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757142_295_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2fWRa7_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"1048\"\/>Tasha StevensThis Room is MineAny child with siblings needs to read this one! I DREAMED of dividing the room I shared with my sister down the middle! <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757142_563_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3ZUI5K_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"943\"\/>Tasha StevensGoodnight MoonYou can see by the wear on the corners of this book that it was read EVERY NIGHT in our house! The 10 Largest Companies Now Operating in TexasThere are countless companies in Texas, but out of those headquartered here, which ones have the largest workforce? <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757142_93_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3MDkyY_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva10: Exxon Mobile Based in Irving, TX Employees: 72,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757143_830_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0Tnhbm_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva9: National Lending Corporation Based in Houston, TX Employees: 72,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757143_786_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2nYYN2_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva8: Affiliated Computer ServicesBased in Dallas, TX Employees: 75,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757144_912_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4aLtVR_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva7: Ge Packaged Power Inc Based in Houston, TX Employees: 82,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757144_183_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2Ba68h_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva6: Whole Foods Market Based in Austin, TX Employees: 91,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757144_872_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3iTeIJ_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva5: Tenet HealthcareBased in Dallas, TX Employees: 102,000 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757145_180_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2DXFx1_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva4: DenaliBased in Houston, TX Employees: 111,301 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757145_946_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2yUntR_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva3: American Airlines Based in Fort Worth, TX Employees: 133,700 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757145_842_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=13KwI3_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva2: Tech Mahindra Based in Richardson, TX Employees: 141,193 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1761757146_322_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2vq08m_164yf3dT00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva1: AT&amp;T Based in Dallas, Texas Employees: 230,000 <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Texas has a lot of things that people remember. 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