True West’s Best of the West 2010 Winners
Here are the winners of our “2010 Best of the West.” Sit back and see if your pick made the list. Best Hotel in the West Menger Hotel San Antonio’s Menger Hotel celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2009. And what a history it has seen—guests have...
Top 10 True Western Towns of 2010
Given to towns that have made an important contribution to preserving their pasts. We hope this award will not only encourage federal, state and local governments to continue funding such efforts, but also inspire Western towns to reward its citizens and visitors...
My Name is Falon
The story behind the Scots at the Alamo “I was fascinated with the role the Scots played in early Texas history…. I used this connection to tell a different kind of story about the sacrifices and long-term consequences of the Battle of the Alamo.” Four Sons of...
Western Writers Pick Top 100 Westerns
Last year, a line was drawn in the sane when, as part of their annual summer convention, the Western Writers of America (WWA) decided that they would make a list of 100 Greatest Western Movies of All Time. Each one of the 600-plus members was asked to choose their 10...
True West July/August 2025
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