• Georgias Sand Bucket

    A May Cold Front

    The sun was out bright and shiny and I had just decided to go out and lie in the pool. But first, I thought I’d go ahead and plant some more flowers I bought yesterday. I had my orange Gator Ade and my towel. Then, along came this cool blast of wind and the sky…

  • Miss Bee’s Bolivar Buzz

    By Shannon Williams As I started my college career, computers were not something that were part of our everyday life. I was thrilled when my parents let me take the family portable typewriter to college, I think I was the only one who used it, but I had already started the habit of taking notes…

  • Fishing and Freezing Your Catch: A Guide for Recreational Fishermen

    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,…

  • A Lucky First-Timer Rolls Away a Winner

    Sometimes, all it takes is a little faith, a dash of spontaneity—and two raffle tickets. Mark Bell from Conroe, Texas, and his wife Karen made their first trip to the Texas Crab Festival this year, and what a memorable one it turned out to be. As property owners in Crystal Beach, they decided to visit…

  • A Weekend of Fun, Food, and Competition

    The Texas Crab Festival in Crystal Beach is one of the Gulf Coast’s most exciting events, drawing crowds for its delicious seafood, lively entertainment, and thrilling competitions. From wiener dog races to gumbo cook-offs, this festival offers something for everyone. Whether you’re a foodie, a competitor, or just looking for family-friendly fun, the Texas Crab…

  • Remembering the Fallen: The Meaning and Traditions of Memorial Day

    By LTC Mike Moad, U.S. Army Retired Every year, on the last Monday of May, Americans pause to observe Memorial Day—a time of reflection, remembrance, and gratitude. It’s a holiday marked by parades, flag ceremonies, and backyard barbecues, but its deeper purpose lies in honoring the brave men and women of the U.S. military who…

  • Save Lives & Get a Free Beach Towel at Spring Blood Drive

    By Elinor Tinsley The time of year is almost here for Bay Vue Methodist Church and the Eagles 3719 semi annual blood drive. This spring’s drive will be on Friday, May 23, 2025 from 1:00 – 5:30 PM, in the Bay Vue Methodist Church’s fellowship hall. The address is 1411 Hwy 87 in Crystal Beach.…

  • Chimes and Carnations: Bay Vue Methodist’s Touching Tribute to Mothers

    By Linda Elissalde Pastor Valerie Hudson is a fine preacher and also a very talented musician. She plays several instruments, composes Christian music and leads Bay Vue Methodist choir and chime players. She planned a special service to honor mothers this year. Her sermon detailed contributions of biblical mothers. Chosen music added to this notable…

  • Recreational Boating Safety By Bob Currie

    Recreational Boating Safety – Suddenly in Command

    Here is a scenario that happens all too often all over the US: You are the skipper of a nice recreational boat. You decide to take some friends out for a boat ride. Everything is going well when all of a sudden you hit a wave at a bad angle and you are thrown overboard.…

  • Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report

    Surface water temperature 80 degrees. This week, once again the story has been wind, wind and a little more wind. The water clarity is about average for East Galveston Bay west of the Stingaree and clarity declines the further east you venture past Big Pasture Bayou. The majority of our success this week has been…

  • Georgias Sand Bucket

    Shout Out to 2025 Texas Crab Festival

    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 Curious Case of the $2 Bill: America’s Most Misunderstood Money

    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 In History

    This Week In History

    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…

  • Crabtastic Celebration: The 40th Annual Texas Crab Festival Brought Music, Art, Food & Fun – Gulf Coast Style!

    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…

  • Long Live The Texas Crab Festival Wiener Dog Races

    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…

  • How to Make the Most of a Beach Day with Latest Deals

    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…

  • Thank You Crenshaw and High Island Teachers and Staff

    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…

  • Recreational Boating Safety By Bob Currie

    Recreational Boating Safety – National Safe Boating Week

    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…

  • Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report

    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…

  • This Week In History

    This Week In History

    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…

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