Category: News

Nov 24
IN GRATITUDE Crenshaw School Thanks Volunteers.

By Linda ElissaldeCrenshaw Environmental Science Magnet School is one of the finest examples of learning in Texas. Their mission statement proclaims: Provide students with challenging coursework and experiential environmental studies to prepare them for success in higher education and the workplace. Faculty and staff are outstanding. Principal Traci Camp proudly states that this is, “The […]

Nov 24
Thanksgiving: A Tradition of Gratitude, Gathering, and Good Food

Thanksgiving is one of America’s most cherished holidays, woven from centuries of history, cultural traditions, and family rituals. What began as a modest harvest celebration has grown into a nationwide day of gratitude marked by feasting, parades, travel, and football. In Texas, the holiday takes on a flavor all its own, blending classic American customs […]

Nov 24
Just in Time for Your Holiday Shopping 

By Elinor TinsleyThe Bolivar Peninsula Cultural Foundation is super excited to bring you the opportunity to purchase a memento of our beloved Bolivar Peninsula.  The last big fundraiser we had ended a few years ago when we sold our last 3ft. and 6ft. concrete lighthouses.  Due to certain logistical problems we have been unable to […]

Nov 24
This week’s edition of Curranomics®

Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center. It may be a little bit shorter than usual this week, as I’m frankly worn out from all the bad news! Also, the financial markets in America are closed next Thursday in observance of the annual Thanksgiving holiday, so I may or […]

Nov 24
Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director and Administrative Assistant

The Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Christina O’Dell, IOM, as its new Executive Director and Courtney Ellison as Administrative Assistant. These additions mark an exciting step forward as the Chamber continues strengthening local business support, tourism development, and community engagement across the Bolivar Peninsula. Christina O’Dell, IOM Joins […]

Nov 24
Black Friday: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of America’s Biggest Shopping Day

Black Friday is one of the most anticipated—and controversial—shopping events of the year. For some, it’s a thrilling kickoff to the holiday season filled with bargains, tradition, and excitement. For others, it represents everything problematic about consumer culture: waste, chaos, and a relentless push to buy more. Whether you love it or loathe it, Black […]

Nov 24
Recreational Boating Safety – Kayak Fishing Caveats

When I bought my first kayak, it was with the intention of using it as a form of exercise as well as a way to enjoy the water. I had a pontoon boat that was a fishing model, and that is what I used when I wanted to go fishing. However, I found that most […]

Nov 24
Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report

Surface water temperature is 73 degrees, water clarity = still Good in East Galveston Bay. Early morning trips have been better for us this week with the higher tides and good outgoing tide movement, allowing us to fish pretty much anywhere we choose in the bay system. Points and flats close to deeper channels with […]

Nov 24
Ahead of the Game

With Thanksgiving upon us, I feel like I’m pretty much ahead of the game. Of course, if you took a look at my house, you wouldn’t believe me. Most of the time, I feel like we have an adequately sized home, but with every room in the house looking like a workshop, we’re beginning to […]

Nov 24
Finding Adventure (and Connection) in a Pilgrimage to Italy

I was unsure what retirement life would look like, so I really just let it happen, I did not think that I would spend most of the first year traveling and have some really great trips, but you know me, have suitcase will travel.  Over a year ago, my older sister asked me if I […]