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Fredericksburg is the perfect spot to celebrate the season and enjoy some festive events.

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Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or your next family adventure - Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country is the perfect spot to explore.

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Fredericksburg, TexasPros: Warm climate, above average air quality, low cost of living, low home prices, low crime, walkability. Located in the Texas Hill Country, this town was recently ranked as the No. 2 most charming community in the south, according to Big Seven Travel. The historic town provides visitors with opportunities to learn about its rich history. Other fun things to do in Fredericksburg include the National Museum of the Pacific War and the Hangar Hotel.

Boerne- A two-point conversion by Fredericksburg High School in the final play of the game against Boerne sealed the deal to secure them a win. The Battlin' Billies and Greyhounds put on quite a showcase for the fans on Thursday night as the game was a constant back-and-forth from the beginning. Coming out of half time down 7-14, the Battlin' Billies scored with 5:18 left in the 3rd quarter. Despite getting a delay of game penalty, the Battlin' Billies proved their name to be accurate- they battled back for a 25-24 win in what was an exciting Thursday night football game. For more sports coverage, follow VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook and @VYPESATX Instagram/Twitter) on social media.

Last week, there was a great lineup of football games on the VYPE Live Network. VYPE Media's Joshua Waclawczyk brings you the third episode of the VYPE Friday Night Recap Show. s3.amazonaws.comFor 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. 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.

I didn’t know there was an Elephant Preserve around… but Fun2Go Misters found it! The Preserve is located in Fredericksburg and offers Elephant Experiences by appointment (generally on the weekends). The experience is about 1.5 hours where you can learn about the animals, help give them a shower, pet them and take your picture with them. The Preserve has five elephants… including some movie stars from movies like “Water for Elephants”. The address is 650 Doublehorn Rd, Fredericksburg, TX 78624.

Explore the beautiful Texas Hill Country and experience some of Fredericksburg’s most popular destinations. Enter here for a chance to win the ultimate Midweek Getaway to historic Fredericksburg. Scroll down to enter now! Deadline to enter is 11:59 P.M. on September 24, 2020. Enter here:

We're two weeks into the 2020 Texas high school football season, so it's time for updated VYPE Austin Small School Team Rankings. Check out the latest top 10 and honorable mentions for top area UIL 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A squads below. VYPE Austin UIL 4A Top 10 Football Rankings:#1 Lampasas: 2-0 (Previous: #1)#2 Wimberley: 2-0 (Previous: #3)#3 Austin LBJ Early College: 0-0 (Previous: #2)#4 Fredericksburg: 2-0 (Previous: #6)#5 Burnet: 2-0 (Previous: #7)#6 Salado: 1-1 (Previous: #4)#7 Giddings: 1-1 (Previous: #8)#8 Smithville: 1-1 (Previous: #5)#9 La Grange: 0-2 (Previous: #9)#10 Taylor: 0-2 (Previous: #10)VYPE Austin UIL 1A-3A Top 10 Football Rankings:#1 Rockdale: 2-0 (Previous: #1)#2 San Saba: 2-0 (Previous: #3)#3 Lexington: 2-0 (Previous: #4)#4 Cameron Yoe: 1-1 (Previous: #2)#5 Thorndale: 2-0 (Previous: #6)#6 Holland: 2-0 (Previous: #7)#7 Schulenburg: 2-0 (Previous: NR)#8 Flatonia: 2-0 (Previous: #8)#9 Little River Academy: 2-0 (Previous: #9)#10 Granger: 1-1 (Previous: #5)Fell out: Mason 0-2 (Previous: #10)Other teams to watch: Llano (2-0), Lometa (2-0), Lago Vista (1-0), Rosebud-Lott (1-1), Bartlett (1-1), Brady (1-1), Blanco (1-1), Milano (1-1), Johnson City (1-1), Altair Rice Consolidated (1-1)

"It's great to be in Fredericksburg, Texas," said Fredericksburg head football coach Lance Moffett. That direction began with Kade Jenschke's opening kickoff return to the Jarrell 32-yard line. It began with the following Fredericksburg drive, which started at the Jarrell 31-yard line. Jose Diosdado added a touchdown run in the quarter and the Fredericksburg defense followed with a goal line deflection that prevented another Jarrell score with 1:21 left in the frame. For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas Facebook, @VYPE_ATX Instagram and @VYPEATX Twitter) on social media.

Case in point: This Airbnb listing in the Texas Hill Country is a replica of a Conestoga wagon. The covered wagon is one of five located at The Vineyards RV Park in Fredericksburg. Click here to book your stay and treat yourself to a weekend getaway in the Texas Hill Country. Why blab on and on about this unique rustic retreat when we can let these stunning photos talk the talk for us? Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbnb)Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbbn)Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbnb)Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbnb)Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbnb)Conestoga "Glamping" Wagons (Airbnb)

Back in its days as an active train car, distinguished passengers of this 1895 Pullman palace car included President Theodore Roosevelt and Comanche leader Quanah Parker. Slaton Harvey House, SlatonSlaton Harvey House (Slaton Harvey House)Are you a train buff yearning for a small town Texas getaway? Experience life as it was in the 1920s with a stay at the Slaton Harvey House, a historic bed a breakfast and a Texas Historic Landmark. 1890s Missouri-Pacific Train Depot & Cabooses, New Braunfels1890s Missouri-Pacific Train Depot & Cabooses, New Braunfels (Airbnb)Planning a weekend getaway in New Braunfels? Skip the caboose and opt to rent an1890s Missouri-Pacific train depot converted into a three-bedroom Airbnb instead.

Why stay in a run-of-the-mill motel when you can bunk in this old-timey train car turned Airbnb? Back in its days as an active train car, distinguished passengers of this 1895 Pullman palace car included President Theodore Roosevelt and Comanche leader Quanah Parker. “I've always wanted to stay in a train car, but never have found one restored to such authentic luxury, providing all the modern amenities without significantly impacting the experience of a restored vintage train car. Scroll below to take a peek inside this vintage train car turned Airbnb. 1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)1894 Private Pullman Palace Car (Airbnb)