The best source I know of at this time of year is to join up with a local beekeeping club, catch and hive some swarms (which are numerous), and requeen them with Walker SMR Italian queens.
For further info:
- Texas Beekeepers Association (http://beecare.com/Directories/TBA%20Chapters.htm)
- Walker Apiaries (in Rogers, TX) - 254-983-BEES
- Honeybee Swarms (http://beecare.com/Bees/Swarms.htm)