Day: November 10, 2025
Veterans Day, originally known as Armistice Day, commemorates the end of World War I and honors the bravery and sacrifice of military veterans. The United States formally began observing Veterans Day in 1919, following the resolution of the Great War. In 1954, the holiday was officially renamed Veterans Day to honor American Veterans of all […]
Soirée: A party with a special purpose. By Linda Elissalde David and Diana Ezzell graciously opened their hearts and lovely beach house for Keeper’s Sunset Soirée. This delightful event certainly was a party with a very special purpose. It benefitted our Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation and Historic Lighthouse Restoration. Charming Amy Maxwell Chase, Executive Director […]
This summer’s Annual Golf Cart Poker Run was more than just a memorable day of beach cruising—it was an extraordinary display of community spirit and compassion that reached far beyond our shores. With over 500 competitors loading into 172 vibrantly decorated golf carts, the event was an overwhelming success, raising significant funds earmarked to support […]
The annual Senoritas Putt Putt Tournament was held this past Saturday, bringing fun, competition, and fantastic weather to the Gulf Range! Hosted by the Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, the event saw a remarkable turnout with 44 lady golfers registered for the day. The excitement had already reached a peak on Friday night with a […]
By Elinor TinsleyHow many of you know that there are four cemeteries on the Bolivar Peninsula, not to mention an unknown quantity of ancient indian burial grounds? We have High Island Community Cemetery, Port Bolivar Community Cemetery on Hwy 87, Patton Cemetery off Bob Rd and a little known jewel called Crystal Beach Cemetery on […]
Save the date! Come donate blood at Bay Vue Methodist Church at 1411 Hwy 87 from 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM on Friday, November 14, 2025. Walk-ins are welcome but it’s so easy to sign up for an appointment using the QR code on the flyer below. Bay Vue Methodist Church and the Eagles 3719 […]
Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center. I’ve decided I may end up sending this communication on Sunday each week, as opposed to Fridays. Rather than rushing to send something as soon as the market closes, it might be better to take a day or so to reflect on […]
Check out the upcoming events on Bolivar Peninsula—there’s always something going on! From community gatherings and outdoor adventures, the calendar is packed with fun for everyone. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, don’t miss out.
In oceanography, a shoal is a natural submerged ridge, bank, or bar that consists of, or is covered by, sand, shell, or other unconsolidated material such as silt, and rises from the bed of a body of water close to the surface or above it, which poses a danger to navigation. Shoaling is the active […]
Surface water temperature is 72 degrees. The water clarity has been good for East Galveston Bay. This past week we caught slot redfish in the shallows, and they did not disappoint. Active bait in the area is important, so if you don’t see bait or signs of life, don’t spend a whole lot of time […]