Organizers across Texas are balancing a focus on security and a celebration of community after state lawmakers pushed scores of bills that threatened to upend the lives of LGBTQ+ Texans.

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AdBowie jumps to 6 over McCallum with the Knights loss to Dripping Springs. Dripping Springs and Hays. Some will argue that because Dripping Springs beat McCallum they should be ranked somewhere. We could easily see both Hays and Dripping Springs in the rankings next week. VYPE ATX PRIVATE SCHOOL TOP 10No movement on this weeks Private School Rankings for Austin.

21881 Cielo Vista Drive is a beautiful property in the Texas Hill Country. In a state full of popular travel destinations, Fort Worth and the Texas Hill Country are determined to be two of the best places to get away in 2021, according to Travel and Leisure. Out of 50 destinations, Forth Worth ranked 15th. According to the travel gurus, Fort Worth offers the perfect combination of Texas heritage and modern luxury. Also making the list of 50 Best Places to Travel in 2021 included Texas Hill Country, which ranked 45th.

Houston, TX – Let me start by saying that the forecast for snow, which is always a challenge, proved excellent. Here are some amounts we found:Yesterday's snow amountsGiven the heavier amounts and locations (even to southern Montgomery County we saw snowball fights), which of the models did the best predicting? Honestly, no single model won, which is why meteorologists look at all of them when we come up with our forecast! The Canadian went way too high with snow amounts! And if you have enough snow, you can come up with a really fabulous snowman:Jake Dixon and his Texas-style snowman!

New Braunfels Canyon leaned on its home field advantage and stifling defense to take the early lead and never relinquished it. At 8:04, Micah Williford ran over half the field on a 55-yard touchdown run to extend the New Braunfels Canyon lead to 10-0. Even with the slight diversion, New Braunfels Canyon refocused to take its largest lead in the early minutes of the third quarter. The Panthers also nearly recovered an onside kick before Loos grabbed the football to wrap up New Braunfels Canyon's victory. For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX and @VYPESATX Instagram and @VYPEATX and @VYPESATX Twitter) on social media.

Dripping Springs and New Braunfels Canyon met for the third time on the volleyball court in 68 days on Saturday December 5, 2020. "We talked about seeing ourselves here," said Dripping Springs head volleyball coach Michael Kane. Dripping Springs had less prep for district competition in 2020 compared to past seasons, so it took its players some time to find a groove. Now, Dripping Springs turns its attention to 2019 UIL 4A state champ Fulshear in a 2020 UIL 5A state semifinal match. For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media.

As COVID still looms, teams are still working on rescheduling some important games and doing the best they can to not have to forfeit. See where VYPE has the teams stacking up below! VYPE San Antonio UIL 6A Football Rankings 10/28:#1 San Antonio Brennan (Previously: 2)#2 Converse Judson (Previously: 3)#3 San Antonio Johnson (Previously: 4)#4 San Antonio Wagner (Previously: 5)#5 Smithson Valley (Previously: 7)#6 San Antonio Reagan (Previously: 6)#7 San Antonio Brandeis (Previously: 1)#8 Cibolo Steele (Previously: 10)#9 New Braunfels (Previously: 8)#10 Schertz Clemens (Previously: 9)VYPE San Antonio UIL 5A Football Rankings 10/28:#1 Boerne Champion (Previously: 3)#2 San Antonio Southside (Previously: 2)#3 Seguin (Previously: 4)#4 New Braunfels Canyon (Previously: 1)#5 Alamo Heights (Previously: 9)#6 Brackenridge (Previously: 6)#7 San Antonio Veterans Memorial (Previously: 5)#8 San Antonio Burbank (Previously: 8)#9 Medina Valley (Previously: 7)#10 Southwest Legacy (Previously: 10)UIL 6A, UIL 5A Division I and UIL 5A Division II Honorable Mentions: San Antonio Madison, San Antonio Stevens, Helotes O'Connor, San Antonio Warren, San Antonio Churchill, Floresville, San Antonio Roosevelt, San Antonio Taft, San Antonio Lanier, San Antonio JayPhoto by VYPE Bradley CollierFor more sports coverage, follow VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media. Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.

Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas TribuneIf Memorial Day unofficially signals the start of summer in Texas, the Fourth of July confirms that it's here for the long haul. Eddie Seal for The Texas TribuneNeighbors in East Austin have gotten together for over 100 days to chat, sing and dance. Allie Goulding/The Texas TribuneA family tours the Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi on the Fourth of July. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas TribuneFamilies attend a fireworks show at Docs Drive-in Theatre in Buda to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. Allie Goulding/The Texas Tribune | Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune

Despite the 2020 Soccer season being cut short, there were still some amazing performances! This week we focus on the Soccer boys as VYPE has selected the top performers from the Austin area. Go Wild Soccer Fans, and vote for the 2020 VYPE Austin Boys Soccer Player of the Year! Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Austin 2020 Boys Soccer Player of the Year Poll (Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 7 p.m.)

Despite the 2020 Soccer season being cut short, there were still some amazing performances! This week we focus on the Soccer boys as VYPE has selected the top performers from the Austin area. Go Wild Soccer Fans, and vote for the 2020 VYPE Austin Boys Soccer Player of the Year! Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Austin 2020 Boys Soccer Player of the Year Poll (Closes Wednesday, June 24 at 7 p.m.)

Some popular movies have been filmed in Texas, making some locations landmarks for movie buffs.