Day: February 3, 2025
The Rollover Recreational Amenities Plan is an exciting development for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, as construction is now underway for the long-awaited Rollover Pass fishing pier. This project aims to restore fishing opportunities that were lost after the closure of Rollover Pass, a historically popular fishing spot. Key feature of the project is a 1,000-foot-long […]
A morning walk turned into a terrifying encounter for High Island resident Amee LeBlanc when a wild hog chased her down the street early Wednesday morning. LeBlanc, who was out walking her black Labrador around 6:30 a.m., was only a block from home when a driver stopped to warn her that a wild hog was […]
Bolivar’s Journey to Become America’s Favorite Pet In the heartwarming world of pet rescues, few stories are as captivating as that of Bolivar, a resilient dog who overcame abandonment and peril to find his forever home. Bolivar’s journey began on the Bolivar Peninsula in Texas, where he was left behind by his previous owners. For […]
The golden sands of Crystal Beach are set to welcome a stunning new addition as Villas at Pelican Pass breaks ground. Villas at Pelican Pass marks the third premier community on the Bolivar Peninsula by Ausdauer Development, renowned for its exceptional vision and commitment to luxurious coastal living. This follows the success of its two […]
J. Lee Austin, MD My lingering litany of Close Calls would not be complete without at least a mention of those halcyon days spent cruising over waving amber grains, glimmering seas of blue/green beauty and purple mountains’ majesty. While our planes were based in the heart of drowsy east Texas, we flew all over the […]
The Galveston County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members […]
A grand celestial reunion is happening through February, offering skywatchers a rare opportunity to see up to seven planets at once in Earth’s skies. Even the moon will join the cosmic festivities during the first week of the month, making this a must-see event for stargazers of all experience levels. Depending on the date, this […]
If you own a vacation home in Crystal Beach, Texas, lucky you! You get to enjoy breezy coastal vibes and a laid-back lifestyle whenever you please. Your vacation home’s yard should reflect the energy of this perfect getaway. Here are some yard upgrades for your vacation home that will make the outdoor space even more […]
The upcoming Brown Bag Lunch Series offers a unique opportunity for community members to come together and share ideas in a relaxed, interactive setting. This panel discussion-style event is designed to provide valuable information on topics that matter most to our community, fostering meaningful conversations and connections. The cost is free and open to the […]
We all have our favorite spectator sports: baseball, football, tennis, etc. Those just mentioned are also known as team sports. But there are other activities that people like to watch that aren’t sports themselves. Rather, the sporting part of the activity is watching the activity. I call some of these pure spectator sports transportation sports. […]