Texas 250 Who Shaped the State | Texas News

Chron just dropped “Texas 250: Who Shaped Texas?” — a massive, meticulously curated list of 250 game-changers who transformed the Lone Star State from 1776 to today. After months of research and reader input, they narrowed down over 400 candidates based on impact, influence, and Texas ties. The list is a powerhouse mix: LBJ and Sam Houston top the heap, followed by Beyoncé, Willie Nelson, George W. Bush, Barbara Jordan, and Selena Quintanilla — proving Texas shaped history and culture across eras. San Antonio shines with Davy Crockett, Juan Seguín, Charles Butt (H-E-B), and Herb Kelleher (Southwest Airlines), while labor icons Emma Tenayuca and Willie Velásquez get their due. Sports legends Gregg Popovich, Tim Duncan, and David Robinson headline the athletic roster, and entertainment icons like Carol Burnett and Doug Sahm round out the tapestry. This isn’t just a list — it’s a celebration of Texas’s diverse, enduring legacy, spotlighting the people who built its soul. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/01e36c16fb7c9ad2