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Summer’s top outdoor trends in the south

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8 years ago

06/08/2018

Summer is upon us, and with that, the opportunity to entertain and spend more time outdoors. Offers.com partnered with Houzz, the popular online platform for home remodeling and design, to get a better idea of the landscaping and outdoor entertainment trends for 2018. And we discovered that what is most popular in curb appeal and home renovations this year varies drastically by region.

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So what are the trends for your region? While the south is known for its sweltering heat, home owners are still excited to make upgrades and increase curb appeal over the next few months. In fact, 62% said that upgrading their outdoor space will help them spend more time outside this summer.

See below for the top trends of your region and visit our blog for more information and nation-wide landscaping trends.

Southern Region Home Improvement Trends:

This summer, a majority of southerners (71%) will be upgrading their backyards. 40% will be focusing on the front yard, 30% will be updating the sides of their houses and 2% be renovating their roofs.
The most sought-after upgrades for this region are new lights (46%), sprinklers (29%), security systems (22%), entertainment items (21%) and composting bins (18%).
Heading to a BBQ? You are most likely to see new TVs, speakers and charging stations in your friends yards this summer.
- Other popular outdoor living additions: furniture, string lights and ceiling fans.
While many southerners are spending most of their time in their backyards, the importance of curb appeal has not fallen to the wayside. Garden beds, perennials, shrubs and new grass are the most common additions this year.

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Commissioners to meet on Oct. 12

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2 days ago

10/08/2026

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The Montague County Commissioner’s Court will meet at 9 a.m. on Oct. 12 in the County Courtroom at the Courthouse Annex in Montague.
Commissioners are scheduled to consider issuing a proclamation declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month within Montague County.
The court also will consider accepting $850 in unanticipated revenue for the sheriff’s office generated during National Night Out activities, alongside interlocal cooperation contracts between the Texas Department of Public Safety and Justices of the Peace for Precincts 1 and 2.
An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters pertaining to sewer/septic inspector for the county. Any action would be taken back in open session.

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Art of the Song opens Friday

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3 days ago

10/08/2026

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The Oct. 9-11 Art of the Song Music and Art Festival opens Friday night for three days of art and entertainment in downtown Nocona.
The festival opens on Oct. 9 with a Chisholm Trail Art Association Preview Party from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 9 at the H.J. Justin Building.
Come see all the entries for the adult show, which formally opens at 10 a.m. on Oct. 10.
Live music will be played by Full Circle Band.
Also on Oct. 9 enjoy a Nocona Nights Street Dance from 7 to 9 p.m. with the Mark Murphey and Highway 82 Band. Cost is $10 per ticket and $200 for a table seating eight. Bring your lawn chairs.

Read the full schedule of events for the festival in your Thursday Bowie News.

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Gold-Burg High readies homecoming events

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3 days ago

10/08/2026

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These students are nominees for the 2026 homecoming court at Gold-Burg High School. Homecoming royals will be crowned in pre-game ceremonies before the Bears take on Throckmorton at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 9. Pictured are: Freshmen: Kenzley Foster and Jackson Allen, freshmen; Yareli Aguirre and Jojuan Grace, sophomores; Zara Andrade, junior and Brayden Odom, Kaylie Duncan, both seniors. Not pictured: Caleb Epperson, junior and Keelyn Case, senior.