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Never let it be said that we don’t care for this community. Look at what your local EMS and Fire Departments are planning for all you well-deserving children and parents! Not only is The Big Store getting ready for their annual Trunk or Treat on October 25th, but your Emergency Medical Services and the three […]
This week in history charts an extraordinary course from the age of exploration to the frontiers of space, marked by pivotal discoveries that reshaped the world, illustrating a timeless interplay of human achievement, crisis, and resilience. September 23• 1884 – American Herman Hollerith patents his mechanical tabulating machine, the beginning of data processing• 1952 – […]
Friends, family, and residents from across Bolivar Peninsula gathered Thursday afternoon at Stingaree to honor the retirement of Lee Crowder, Road Administrator for Galveston County Road & Bridge. Crowder began his career on Bolivar Peninsula 21 years ago and quickly became a familiar face to residents. He is widely recognized for his hands-on leadership and support […]
For nearly his entire life, William Comeaux has called the Bolivar Peninsula home. Now 46, he grew up on the peninsula, attended Ball High School, and—except for a year and a half at the Port Arthur Police Academy—has never lived anywhere else. His career path began in 1998 as a part-time court clerk with Galveston […]
Every September 17, the United States celebrates Constitution Day, a day set aside to honor the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. It’s more than just a date on the calendar—it’s the foundation of American government, law, and liberty. When Did Constitution Day Begin? While the Constitution has been celebrated in various ways since its […]
With Gritty Lessons in Unlawful Folly By J Lee AustinAfter a brief, three day respite of dry coolness, the summer swelter is back on here at the beach. While fall is not yet crisping the air, the roaring return of football and the opening of hunting season are welcome signals that it won’t be long. […]
November 17, 1933 – September 6, 2025 On September 6, 2025, at the age of 91 years, Dewey Lee Jones completed his journey on earth and joined other family members in Heaven. Dewey was born in Houston, Texas to LeBaron and Arah Prestwood Jones. At the age of 11 years, he accepted Christ and was […]
Windows are vital components of a home, serving as both functional and aesthetic features that affect comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. Even the highest-quality windows begin to show signs of wear and tear, leading to issues like drafts, leaks, fogging, and difficulty opening or closing. Addressing these problems promptly is crucial to preventing larger structural […]
Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center. If you prefer, you can read this article at News – Crystal Beach once it’s been published. This will be the final market update for at least a few weeks. TL/DR (Too Long/Didn’t Read) Summary: All asset classes performed well. Poor employment data followed […]
Who among you hasn’t, upon occasion, shouted “Land ho!” upon returning to port from a boat trip? Who among you does NOT participate in International Talk Like a Pirate Day (September 19 this year)? Arrrrr! True aficionados of Talk Like a Pirate Day know that it was actor Robert Newton, who played Long John Silver/Blackbeard […]