Swedes Park transformed into a buzzing hub of fall festivities on Saturday as local volunteer firefighters and EMS medics hosted a massive community Halloween celebration. Festively decorated vehicles lined the park fence for a lively trunk-or-treat, passing out candy to costumed visitors of all ages. The crowd also gathered for a classic cake walk, with…

Vibrant colors, clever craftsmanship, and fall spirit took center stage this week as Crenshaw School hosted its annual pumpkin decorating contest. Students once again rose to the challenge, transforming ordinary pumpkins into works of art that lined the hallway. Whether spooky, classic Halloween motifs or delightfully whimsical concepts, each entry reflected a level of imagination…

By Linda ElissaldeNobody does Halloween better than The Bolivar Peninsula. There are many celebrations provided by different organizations. Marcel and I certainly enjoyed our outing at Jayla’s located east of former Rollover Pass. The place was perfectly decorated for Halloween. Food and beverages were great. Excellent service and last, but defiantly not least, music provided…

Birds Houston (formerly Houston Audubon) announces 1st Saturday Bolivar Flats Beach Ramble for November. Come explore Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary and see what the forces of nature have left for us on the beach and in the wrack lines with Sanctuary Manager Wyatt Egelhoff. You’ll walk along the beach and out onto the flats, discovering…

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has opened commercial and recreational oyster harvesting in areas TX-1 and TX-5 of Galveston Bay, effective Monday, Nov. 2. The decision follows pre-season sampling by TPWD biologists, who evaluate local shellfish beds to confirm they meet required population thresholds for legal-sized oysters (three inches or larger). Robin Riechers,…

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) requests the help of waterfowl hunters to protect Texas water bodies from the spread of aquatic invasive species that can reduce the quality of waterfowl habitats, block recreational access and harm ecosystems and infrastructure. Hunters can make a difference to help protect waterfowl and the hunting experience by…

For over a quarter-century, a beloved tradition has brought bright smiles and holiday cheer to kids across our coast: the annual Christmas Bike Drive, hosted by Bolivar Peninsula Charities (formerly Texas Crab Festival Charities). Every year, our mission remains the same—to deliver shiny new bicycles and safety helmets to local children on Christmas morning. Every…

By Elinor TinsleyYes folks, it’s that time of year again to give up that pint of blood to help save up to three lives. We could bore you with a lot of statistics but just remember the amazing facts like; out of the billions of people on earth, there are only eight blood types, blood…

The Texas Crab Festival committee is seeking original artwork from talented artists for its Official 2027 Festival T-shirt. If your design is chosen, it will be worn by festival-goers and become a piece of Texas Gulf Coast history! Your design should capture the fun, vibrant, and laid-back atmosphere of the Crystal Beach community and depict…

Sailing, sailing, over the bounding main;For many a stormy wind shall blow, ere Jack comes home again! The song chorus above is widely known and appears in many children’s songbooks. It appears in Disney cartoons as well. It is a very upbeat song written in 1880. It is an appropriate lead-in to this column, as…

Surface water temperature is 75 degrees. We once again started out fishing shoreline shell beds for Trout and Redfish before daylight. We have been using light colored paddle tails with 1/8 oz heads, as well as under a popping cork with a 12” leader. The topwater bite has picked up for us, as well as…

At 9:30 PM on a Sunday, a quiet panic descends upon the household hallway when the innocent question is suddenly asked: “Hey, do we have any poster board and hot glue?” Suddenly, a kitchen table covered in dinner plates is transformed into a high-stress production studio for a diorama of the solar system, fueled entirely by caffeine, panic, and sheer resentment toward…

So, there I was … My Saturday trip into town happened early on a Saturday. Good thing! Anyway, I get hungry early and Whataburger is one of my favorite places. I usually get a Justa-burger Meal with the chocolate chip cookie, so I pulled up and ordered, $6.27 or something like that. Usually, if someone…

Across two and a half centuries, this brief stretch of early November has repeatedly reset the course of the nation—from the demobilization of the Continental Army following the Revolutionary War and Abraham Lincoln’s transformative 1860 election to groundbreaking ballot victories, historic naval engagements, and the opening of premier cultural institutions. November 3 November 4 November…

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to hook a nice-sized redfish or flounder on a pint-sized fishing rig? Ask any of the dozens of young anglers lined up along Frenchtown Road last Saturday, and they’ll tell you: it is pure, adrenaline-pumping fun! The 2nd Annual Snoopy Slam Fishing Tournament, sponsored by Harold’s Tackle…

Dawn Blashill, a dedicated medic serving the Bolivar Peninsula, has received a grant from Bolivar Peninsula Charities (BPC) to help fund her Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training. The grant was awarded through BPC’s “Learn More To Earn More” program, which provides financial assistance to local residents pursuing accredited courses for career advancement and enhanced employment…

After years of delighting the community at The Big Store, the beloved Ghost on the Coast celebration is moving to a brand-new home this year: Swedes Park. Presented by Galveston County ESD #2, this year’s festivities promise to be bigger and better than ever. Mark your calendars for October 31 and bring the whole family…

By J.Lee AustinFor the non-Entomologists, this strikingly geometric image is the wing of a Dragonfly, one of many that were strewn along the beach earlier this month. At first we were puzzled at the grisly scene, but soon learned that a fogging plane had made some low morning passes. Precious government agencies presiding over our…

As the summer crowds ease and autumn settles over the Bolivar Peninsula, local beachcombers, anglers, and winter Texans are all asking the same question: What kind of winter are we in for? Whether you’re planning offshore fishing trips, counting on patio weather along Highway 87, or winterizing beach house plumbing, The Old Farmer’s Almanac—which has published weather forecasts since 1792—has officially released…