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…

TPWD Inland Fisheries Division is currently seeking public input on alligator gar fishing regulations as well as angler practices and preferences. Your anonymous responses to this three-minute survey will help shape the future of alligator gar fisheries management in Texas. Thank you in advance for your time and input. Click the link below to take…

Today, cruising down Texas State Highway 87 is simple. You roll past colorful stilt homes, turn into The Big Store for ice and bait, and glance out at the Gulf horizon without thinking twice about the pavement beneath your tires. Driving directly onto the hard-packed sand at South Monkhouse or barrel access points is purely a leisure activity—a place to…

Texas midterm elections have experienced a structural transformation over the past twelve years, marked by expanding voter registration, higher turnout baselines, and an overwhelming shift toward early balloting. Between 2014 and 2026, the state’s raw participation more than doubled. In the 2014 midterms, voter participation was relatively low, with only 4.7 million ballots cast from…

Fishing has long been a beloved pastime and profession along the Texas Gulf Coast, with anglers savoring the thrill of reeling in fresh seafood. But what happens after the catch? One of the best ways to preserve your hard-earned haul is by freezing it—but is frozen fish ever as good as fresh? Understanding the benefits,…

The bottle tree, a vibrant fixture of folk art throughout the American South, carries centuries of spiritual history rooted in ancient African customs. The concept of capturing spirits inside glass vessels traces as far back as 1600 B.C. in Egypt and Mesopotamia, where the sound of wind whistling across bottle openings was interpreted as trapped…

Last week a friend, neighbor, and fellow fisherman suffered a major heart attack. He underwent two major procedures within five days: heart catheterization and the placement of stents in some of his arteries. He is home now, but he has a long way to go before he hits the water again. This article will discuss…

Surface water temperature is 74 degrees. This week when the wind cooperated, we went straight to the reefs and caught Specs, Sand Trout and Redfish. We have been using light colored paddle tails with 1/4 oz heads, fished in the upper water column, as well as under a Harvey Tackle popping cork with a 12-18”…

You hit the automatic garage door opener while holding three travel mugs, a laptop bag, and a lunchbox, only to watch the heavy metal door shudder, reverse three feet, and lock down in open defiance. The kids are strapped in to the back seat, the first school bell rings in twenty minutes, and you are standing in the driveway manually wrestling a motorized…

Here’s the plan Stan … As it turns out, a good buddy will be leaving our neighborhood too soon. As we mourn her leaving, on the other hand, we are happy for her and know this is the best thing that could happen to her. Thanks to two fantastic daughters who love Vicky with all…

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…

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…

From the foundational drafting of colonial self-governance in 1620 and the nation’s first constitution in 1777, to critical Civil War maneuvers, seminal infrastructure completions, and enduring literary masterworks, this seven-day span captures key moments that shaped the political, social, and cultural fabric of the United States. November 10 November 11 November 12 November 13 November…

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…

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,…