Category: News
By J. Lee Austin, MD Continuing on with our endearing theme of Near Death Adventures, the following close call featured the entertaining trilogy of sudden danger surprise, high speed chills and a thin line of control, flirting with a razor’s edge of disaster. There I was, minding my own, cruising down the Interstate in my […]
During the months of January and February, you can purchase your 2025 Bolivar Beach Parking Sticker for only $5.00. Early-bird stickers are available at the customer service desk in The Big Store, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning January 2 through February 28, from 10am-3pm (cash or check only). After March 1, 2025, stickers will […]
In this column I write a lot about safely operating your boat as the boat operator, or captain as you will be addressed by the Coast Guard. But have you ever thought about safety as a guest on someone else’s boat? I have, and my friends and I take turns operating our boats when we […]
In the world of grown-up responsibilities, there are few things as universally dreaded as paperwork. But buckle up, because the REAL ID deadline is coming faster than your next coffee break. If you’ve somehow missed the memo (or intentionally blocked it out), here’s what you need to know: after May 7, 2025, you won’t be […]
Our Florida family left last Friday after spending Christmas with us and skiing in Colorado. No more opening and shutting of doors, no more wet bathing suits (hot tub, not swimming pool), no more volley ball & pickleball. No more laundry to speak of except for catching up on laundering sheets and stuff. Oh dear […]
I have often heard the term “Gentleman Farmer”, I assumed it meant someone who had a farm but really did not farm it or get his hands dirty. Well I am a “Lady Gardener” (new term, I just came up with). I come from a long line of gardeners, both of my grandmothers, my mother […]
The past year on Bolivar Peninsula has been a remarkable testament to our vibrant community spirit, highlighted by a diverse array of events that united residents and visitors alike. From lively parades and captivating fashion shows to delicious cook-offs and competitive golf tournaments, our calendar was filled with activities that celebrated our local culture and […]
The Bolivar Arena Association is a budding 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a bold vision: to construct a full-sized, all-purpose arena on the Bolivar Peninsula. This arena aims to host a variety of events, from rodeos to barrel racing, while serving as a hub for community gatherings and a resource to support local fire departments. In the […]
By J. Lee Austin, MD As much as I would like to pontificate about lovely current events like the never-ending Covid Scam, Chosenite Atrocities, the Humpty Trumpty Divide and Conquer Globalist PsyOp or our Distraction Nation with its Fake Assassination Fascination, I think I will instead palaver on about some of the other times I […]
In 2024, American parents continued to favor timeless and classic names for their newborns. The top five names for girls and boys reflect enduring preferences with subtle shifts from previous years. These naming trends highlight a blend of traditional and multicultural influences, with parents opting for names that are not only meaningful but also carry […]