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…

Your weekly Galveston Bay fishing report brought to you by Captain Jeff Brandon. Surface water temperature is 73 degrees. The water clarity is still very good for most of East Galveston Bay. This week the early am trout bite was good for us in areas close to deeper channels. Active bait in the area is…

The 2025 recreational red snapper season in federal waters will close at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, making this the longest federal red snapper season since 2007. Saltwater anglers enjoyed 173 days of offshore red snapper fishing along the Texas coast this year. After the closing date, anglers in Texas state waters out to…

This year, we picked Friday as our Nutcracker Market Day. Big Mistake!!! I should have known it might be a bad idea, when I hit the ferry line at 5:30 am to catch the 6 am ferry. I waited and waited. Finally, I called my husband, “Honey, where is the ferry?” Very apologetically, he said,…

These seven days in November have been marked by pivotal moments in American history, from revolutionary changes in communication and civil rights to the depths of national tragedy and the conclusion of major conflicts. This period saw the debut of an iconic animated character, the implementation of a national time standard to organize the country,…

For starters — did you know you can purchase a home with a reverse mortgage? That’s right. Reverse mortgage programs have evolved far beyond what most people remember. Today’s version is one of the safest, most flexible, and most carefully regulated mortgage programs in America — fully backed and insured by the FHA. Whether you…

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…

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…