The latest football polls are out and it's no surprise that Texas ranks in the top 10. However, in the latest AP poll, TCU has moved up to the No. 4 spot in the nation - up from No. 6. TCU's win in Week 1 over No. 24 Oregon State pushed the Frogs up in the polls.

Texas was ranked No. 5 in the AP poll but USA Today ranked the Longhorns at No. 4 and TCU was ranked at No. 5. Red River Rival Oklahoma was ranked No. 10 in both polls.

The AP Top 10:

1. Alabama
2. Ohio State
3. Boise State
4. TCU
5. Texas

USA Today Top 10

1. Alabama
2. Ohio State
3. Boise State
4. Texas
5. TCU

by: Angela Patterson

Corn dogs and beer have long been considered the "Breakfast of Champions" during the Red River Rivalry in Dallas. Well folks, we've taken that to a whole new level.

The Big Tex Choice Awards is the competition among vendors to determine the best new foods that will be served up during the State Fair of Texas. On Labor Day, the 2010 winners were named.

Texas Fried Frito Pie won the "Best Taste" category. I'm not surprised by this at all. This dish includes a generous portion of Texas chili accented with a hint of sharp cheddar encased in everybody's favorite corn chip. Lightly battered and fried to a golden brown perfection. It's a medley of hot, meaty, crunchy, salty, cheesy goodness.

"Most Creative" honors went to (drum roll, please) Fried Beer. Just when you thought they'd thought of everything. It's a beer-filled pretzel pocket that's been deep-fried to a golden brown. One bite and the escaping beer serves as a dipping sauce. But warning college students: it's for ages 21 and over. An ID is required to purchase this food item. No kidding.

Foods that didn't win included Fried Margaritas and Fried Chocolate. A complete listing of foods that were entered is available. 

The State Fair of Texas opens September 24 and runs through October 17. The Texas/OU game is Saturday, October 2, 2010 at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.

by Angela Patterson

Exactly 20 years ago today, Stevie Ray Vaughan died in a tragic helicopter crash over East Troy, WI. Stevie Ray Vaughan was born in Dallas, but he was a major part of the Austin music scene.

I'll never forget his 1989 appearance on Austin City Limits. That performance is the stuff legends are made of -- and SRV is truly a musical legend.

The Sky is Cryin'
The sky really is crying today as we remember the man, the music, his struggles and his success. The songs "Empty Arms" and "Life Without You" keep circling through my mind today. That and a little "Chitlins con Carne." But I'm just in a rude mood.

The biggest success of SRV's life came when he turned his own life around. After rehab he emerged a changed man -- and he put out some of the best music of his career. His guitar playing was razor-sharp. His singing was phenomenal. He defied the odds.

The 1989 performance of "Riveria Paradise" on ACL still remains one of his best performances in my humble opinion. His hits are too many to mention. Everyone has a favorite song or album -- and he spoke to everyone in a different way. I jokingly said, "If 'Riveria Paradise' doesn't move you, then you just can't be moved." It's my own personal favorite. Please share your favorite Stevie Ray song or memory here.

As a small tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan, vote for your favorite song in the SRV poll.    

by: Angela Patterson

The Dallas Cowboys travel down I-45 to play the Houston Texans on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 7 p.m. for the Governor's Cup. It's basically a trophy representing state bragging rights.

The two teams often meet in the pre-season but this year they face each other in week 3 of the regular season. The next matchup between the Cowboys and Texans will be September 26 in Houston.

On the map, Austin is kinda in the middle of both cities. So just for fun let's make this political. Who do you support in the state rivalry? Are you a Dallas Cowboys fan or a Houston Texans fan?

Vote in a poll for the Cowboys or the Texans.

by: Angela Patterson