We started out a bit wet, but we shook off the drops and came out sparkling. 25 bails of hay and several sheets of plywood and everyone was high and dry again. A slight cold front rolled in on Saturday along with some sunshine and fresh breezes to help us dry out. Cheers to the…

The U.S. two-dollar bill, often referred to as the “Tom” due to its portrait of Thomas Jefferson, is one of the most enigmatic and misunderstood pieces of American currency. Despite being legal tender and still in circulation, it remains a rarity in daily transactions, leading to a wealth of myths and misconceptions. First introduced in…

This week is packed with milestones that shaped aviation, disaster response, and pop culture. From bravery to tragedy to innovation, this week’s history is unforgettable. May 20, 1927 – Charles Lindbergh Begins His Historic Flight Charles Lindbergh took off from New York in the Spirit of St. Louis, aiming to complete the first solo nonstop…

Crystal Beach was the place to be this past weekend as the Texas Crab Festival celebrated its 40th anniversary with a weekend full of flavor, rhythm, and community spirit — Gulf Coast style. What started as a small local gathering has grown into one of the most anticipated annual events on the Bolivar Peninsula, and…

By Elinor TinsleyOne of the events that has become famous, or infamous, depending on which side of the event you’re on, is the Wiener Dog Races at the Texas Crab Festival in Crystal Beach. For the past umpteenth years (wasn’t able to determine the first one), each Saturday morning of the Crab Festival (depending on…

Planning a perfect beach day involves more than just packing sunscreen and a towel. With the right preparation, you can turn an ordinary outing into an extraordinary experience. Thanks to platforms like Latest Deals, you can find great discounts and deals on everything you’ll need for a beach getaway without breaking the bank. Let’s dive…

By Linda Elissalde May 5 through May 9, 2025 was Texas Teacher Appreciation Week. Bay Vue Methodist Women (BMW) and volunteers expressed gratitude to Crenshaw Elementary-Middle School and High Island Independent School District teachers and staff with special luncheons. BMW President Elinor Tinsley along with Jane Loose, Linda Chesser, Elaine Rollfing, Queen Royce Galbreath, Amy…

Safe Boating Week is from May 17-23, 2025. The purpose of the Safe Boating Campaign is to promote boater education and safe operation so that all boaters get home safely. Getting home safely from a recreational boating outing is simply a matter of following some important good practices. Some of the good practices are required…

Surface water temperature is 76 degrees. Water clarity stirred up more than usual after the fronts we had this past week, but the fish did not seem to mind. We had quite a bit of North wind this week, but still fishing shell structure in 2 to 4 feet of water, and most of our…

From pivotal battles to groundbreaking discoveries, explore the pivotal events that shaped our world during this week in history. May 13 to May 19 witnessed remarkable events that shaped the world. Join us as we explore these defining moments. May 13 1846 – U.S. Declares War on Mexico: The U.S. Congress approved a declaration of…

Well, it’s over for another year. What am I talking about, we really only have like a 2-3 month rest before we start all over again. Every year we sweat the rain, all week long people told us about the reports of No Rain. Oh, we were so excited. After all, we already got rain…

In July 1969, NASA’s Apollo 11 mission successfully landed humans on the Moon, fulfilling President Kennedy’s daring goal and cementing America’s dominance in the Space Race. Or… did it? According to the Moon Landing Hoax Theory, the entire event — from Neil Armstrong’s first step to the famous American flag planting — was an elaborate…

Boogie on down to the beach this Mother’s Day Weekend for some family fun at the 40th annual Texas Crab Festival in Crystal Beach! Dive into a full weekend of Gulf Coast style Music, Art, Food and Fun – featuring a Wiener Dog races, Crab Gumbo Cook Off, arts & crafts vendors, kidz zone, an…

This year, the Texas Crab Festival is bringing even more excitement by combining two special celebrations into one unforgettable weekend—Hispanic Heritage Day and Mother’s Day Sunday! Join us for a vibrant showcase of culture, music, food, and family fun in a festival atmosphere that has something for everyone. Best of all, admission and parking are…

J. Lee Austin, MD So Let the Games Begin! My oh my, how time do fly. Seems like only yesterday since our last Crab Fest. Yet here we are again at the most highly entertaining, deliciously fun, premier charitable fundraising event of the year, lovingly held on Mother’s Day weekend. While there’s all the fabulous…

This year’s Texas Crab Festival is introducing a new feature that promises to elevate your festival experience, the Salty Crab Saloon! Guests can purchase a day pass and unwind in the air-conditioned tent while sipping on your favorite cocktail, providing the perfect respite from the Texas heat. In addition, the limited-access private patio offers an…

As part of its Float Plan, The Coast Guard has developed a Boating Emergency Guide ™ to be used whenever someone is concerned about the safety or welfare of any persons on board a vessel. This guide is designed to work with or without a Float Plan, but it is in every boater’s best interest…

A long-forgotten Soviet-era space probe, launched more than five decades ago with the ambitious goal of reaching Venus, is finally returning to Earth—in a fiery plunge through the atmosphere. The spacecraft, known as Cosmos 482, has been orbiting Earth since 1972 after a failed mission to Venus. Now, experts predict it will reenter the planet’s…

From acts of bravery in wartime to scientific breakthroughs and momentous cultural moments, this week in history is packed with pivotal events that have shaped the world. Here’s a look at what happened this week in history: May 6, 1937 – The Hindenburg Disaster Shocks the World The German passenger airship LZ 129 Hindenburg burst…

Few automotive legends have captured the public’s imagination like the Ford Model T. Often remembered as the quintessential “black car,” the popular adage “any color you want as long as it’s black” has persisted for generations. But the story behind that monochromatic image is as fascinating as it is nuanced. In the early years of…