Category: News

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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. […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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. […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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 […]

May 19
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 […]