Category: News

These days, knowing how to use basic tech, navigating the internet, communicating on apps, or operating household devices is no longer optional. Digital skills are essential for everything, from booking a ferry ticket and managing bank accounts to accessing healthcare and staying socially connected. According to UNESCO, digital literacy is now a critical tool for […]

This week, I heard the term TL/DR for the first time; TL/DR stands for “Too Long, Didn’t Read”. I appreciate my weekly updates can be lengthy, so from now on, I’ll lead with a brief summary of each section: Stocks/Equities: Up. Market mostly bounced back after last Friday’s tumble on poor jobs data, tariff uncertainty, […]

Get ready for one of the most thrilling events on the Gulf Coast! The 11th Annual Hardheads Bolivar Rig Run is setting sail, and it’s shaping up to be the most exciting catamaran race yet. Dozens of sailors, colorful sails, and high-speed action will light up the waters as competitors race around the iconic offshore […]

A Day in the Life with Paramedic Supervisor Melissa Elliott In the coastal corners of Galveston County—where salt air and summer traffic meet unexpected emergencies—Melissa Elliott stands as a seasoned sentinel of public safety. A paramedic with over 24 years of experience and a supervisor for Emergency Services District #2, Melissa isn’t just clocking shifts; […]

Despite a week filled with ominous forecasts, Saturday morning greeted Crystal Beach with blue skies, setting the perfect stage for one of the community’s favorite annual traditions — the Golf Cart Poker Run. Known for its festive spirit and generosity, this year’s event did not disappoint. Golf carts began lining up at Jose’s Cantina as […]

A new chapter is unfolding for the Bolivar Peninsula with the official launch of Bolivar Peninsula Vision, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to lead community-driven growth, environmental stewardship, and strategic planning for the future of the peninsula. Shauna Williams, business owner and community advocate, unveiled its mission at a well-attended town hall event on July 30. […]

By J. Lee Austin I’ve been pondering this topic for awhile now … ever since the weather went from pleasant to sweltering a few weeks back. And now that a good friend recently collapsed from the condition, I reckon it’s time to talk about it. No worries, he’s okay … a frenetic ambulance trip across […]

Greetings Fellow Wealth Creators, Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center. Overall, it was a disappointing week for all the major asset classes covered here (Crypto’s continuing to fall as I write this), which will be discussed in more detail below. There were several major events, most of which […]

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 on the happenings that make Bolivar Peninsula so special. Mark your calendars and join in the fun! AUGUST 9 […]

One of the first things boating incident investigators do is try to determine what was going on at the time the incident occurred. To be included in the Boating Statistics, there must be an incident that involves a death, an injury, or signification damage to a vessel. This article will look at the vessel activity […]