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Keep Central Texas Working | Morrison's Gifts "It's been the best year we've ever had," Dickenson said. They sell a lot of Texas-made products as well as inspirational items and faith gifts. Author: Maria Aguilera Updated: 7:32 AM CST January 15, 2021 WACO, Texas — Sally Dickenson and her dad Morrison Mebane began selling gifts more than 40 years ago, then in 1997 they continued the business as Morrison's gifts.  "Business was good, it was business as usual but once the pandemic hit we were closed for 33 business days," Dickenson said.  During that time, Di...

TEXAS HISTORY MINUTE: Dr. Pepper, a Texas original By Ken Bridges Special to the Herald Democrat Hundreds of brands of soft drinks have been produced and sold around the world.  One of the most popular is a Texas original, Dr. Pepper.    Dr. Pepper was the creation of a young pharmacist names Charles Alderton.  Alderton was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1857 and traveled extensively as a youth.  He received much of his education in Great Britain, but he eventually made his way to Texas where he attended medical school.  Afterward, he worked as a pharmacist with business ...