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. Upcoming Events See Full Bio

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…

Last week, we (almost the whole family) flew into Reagan Airport in Washington, D.C. My father was honored at a memorial service at Arlington Cemetery on November 6th. How ironic and coincidental the date Arlington reserved for us to be right before Veteran’s Day. The ceremony was beautiful and quite emotional to say the least.…

This week in American history, from November 11th to November 17th, saw a convergence of major military conclusions, statehood, and civil rights milestones. The week began with the momentous end of World War I and the admission of a new state, and later featured pivotal events in the fight for desegregation, the opening of major…

“Reaching New Milestones” was the fitting theme for the Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s 50th Anniversary Leadership Luncheon, held last Tuesday at Camp Margaritaville. The event marked half a century of dedication, collaboration, and progress on the Bolivar Peninsula — and it was nothing short of a gala affair. A Milestone Worth Celebrating Business leaders, longtime residents,…

The Crystal Beach Fire Station was the place to be this Halloween night as local first responders hosted the first-ever Boo-Fest, an event filled with screams, laughter, and plenty of treats. Hosted by the area’s dedicated medics and volunteer firefighters, the celebration brought the community together for an evening of spooky fun. Throughout the week leading up…

The halls of Crenshaw School were filled with color and creativity this week as students took part in the school’s annual pumpkin decorating contest. Each year, students are challenged to come up with their most imaginative ideas for the best decorated pumpkin, and this year’s entries did not disappoint. From classic Halloween themes to unexpected designs, the…

It was a morning full of smiles, applause, and heartfelt appreciation at Crenshaw School on Thursday, when students and teachers came together to surprise Principal Traci Camp in celebration of National Principals Month. The entire student body gathered in the cafeteria, many dressed in festive Halloween costumes, to honor their beloved principal. The staff cleverly disguised the event as…

Halloween isn’t just for kids! It’s a holiday that lets “kids” of all ages enjoy some playful fun, even in the workplace. It’s a great opportunity to boost morale, encourage camaraderie, and break the monotony of the typical office routine. The most iconic part of an office Halloween celebration is undoubtedly the costumes, which truly…

This Galveston County Office of Emergency Management issued a burn ban prohibiting outdoor burning in any unincorporated areas of Galveston County, in effect for 90 days unless lifted earlier by subsequent order. The burn ban restricts intentionally set outdoor fires, including brush, grass and trash fires. Click here for the Galveston County burn ban order…

Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center. A Happy Halloween weekend to you all. Despite some volatility during the past seven days, almost all major asset classes are essentially where they were a week ago. As such, this is going to be a slightly truncated market update. TL/DR (Too…

Well, it’s that time of year when we revert from Daylight Savings Time back to Standard Time. Using the old saying, spring ahead and fall back, we turn our clocks back an hour. Fall sneaks up slowly on us here on the Texas Gulf; water temperatures begin to get cooler. It’s a gradual effect, but…