Category: News

Nov 24
Deadline for First Half of Split Payment!

Galveston County property owners wishing to take advantage of the split/half payment option have until December 1, 2025 to make the first payment with the second half due June 30, 2026.  Payment may be mailed but to secure a timely postmark, you must drop in a USPS mailbox prior to the last pick-up time (typically […]

Nov 24
This Week In History

This Week in History brings together key moments that shaped nations, sparked innovation, and shifted culture. From global diplomacy to scientific breakthroughs and unforgettable firsts, here is a look at the events that defined the week of November 25 through December 2. November 25 November 26 November 27 November 28 November 29 November 30 December […]

Nov 17
Snoopy Slam Reels in Big Fun

The inaugural Harold and Eagles Snoopy Slam Fishing Tournament cast its line on Saturday and attracted dozens of enthusiastic anglers of all ages. This lighthearted, family-friendly event offered a twist on traditional tournaments. All fishing took place from the bank along Frenchtown Road in Port Bolivar, and every participant used a tournament-supplied Snoopy fishing rod. […]

Nov 17
MEGAN IS A MULTI-WINNER!

By Linda ElissaldeMegan Swain is a winner in more ways than one. Megan graduated with honors from Galveston College as a Licensed Paramedic, spent several years as a firefighter and served on Galveston County Fire Fighters Association Board. She is owner and licensed personal trainer at Crystal Beach Sweat Fitness. Coaching daughter in myriad sports […]

Nov 17
Holiday Open House at the Bolivar Point Lighthouse

Join the Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation for a festive day of history, holiday cheer, and fun! We’re celebrating the season and the 153rd Anniversary of the Bolivar Point Lighthouse. 🗓️ Saturday, November 22, 2025  ⏰ Anytime between 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM  📍 Bolivar Point Lighthouse:  419 Everett Lane, Port Bolivar, TX 77650 Bring the family and […]

Nov 17
A Farewell to the Penny: The US Mint Ends Production of the One-Cent Coin

After more than 230 years as a cornerstone of American currency, the humble U.S. Penny is officially heading for retirement. Citing soaring production costs, the U.S. Mint will stop producing new pennies. This historic decision, while long debated, marks the end of an era for the one-cent coin. Here is a look back at its […]

Nov 17
This week’s edition of Curranomics®

Welcome to this week’s edition of Curranomics® from the Crystal Beach Investor Center.   TL/DR (Too Long/Didn’t Read) Summary: The main news this week was the end to the US Federal Government shutdown on Thursday. Despite the fact that it was long awaited, and was expected to “release liquidity into the system”, it ended up […]

Nov 17
Recreational Boating Safety – Boating After Surgery

Last week a friend, neighbor, and fellow fisherman suffered a major heart attack. He underwent two major procedures within five days: heart catheterization and the placement of stents in some of his arteries. He is home now, but he has a long way to go before he hits the water again. This article will discuss […]

Nov 17
Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report

Your weekly Galveston Bay fishing report brought to you by Captain Jeff Brandon. Surface water temperature is 73 degrees. The water clarity is still very good for most of East Galveston Bay. This week the early am trout bite was good for us in areas close to deeper channels. Active bait in the area is […]

Nov 17
Federal Red Snapper Season Closes November 21

The 2025 recreational red snapper season in federal waters will close at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, making this the longest federal red snapper season since 2007. Saltwater anglers enjoyed 173 days of offshore red snapper fishing along the Texas coast this year. After the closing date, anglers in Texas state waters out to […]