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Golf carts aren’t just for the fairways anymore. Your golf cart is a trusty companion cruising along the beach or running up to the Big Store. But if you want it to stay in peak condition—especially in salty, sandy, beachside environments—it needs some love and care. Here’s how to keep your golf cart (gas or […]
If you have ever traveled on a busy waterway such as the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), then you have seen the results of crossing another boat’s wake at the wrong angle, the wrong speed, or too close to the other boat. Perhaps you have done one of these things (you know you have) and quickly regretted […]
Surface water temperature 67 degrees. Water clarity is decent for East Galveston Bay. We are still catching Trout and Redfish in the marsh/bayou areas, but the fish have started their transition out into the main bay system. We found good numbers of solid trout on the Shorelines over shell pockets and within close proximity to […]
Throughout history, the week of March 11 to March 17 has been marked by significant events that have shaped nations, influenced cultures, and impacted the world. Here is a look back at some of these notable occurrences: March 11 2011: Japan’s Devastating Earthquake and Tsunami On March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck off […]
I began mine with my favorite pizza. Yep, homemade from scratch. I start off with Jiffy pizza crust mix out of the box. Add ½ cup of water and let it rise. I had all the fixings I needed like spaghetti sauce, onions, turkey sausage, green peppers and mozzarella cheese and an extra sprinkle of […]
Anglers across Texas set fishing records through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Angler Recognition Program (ARP) in 2024. Joan Swartz of Austin enjoyed one of the most notable catches, setting multiple fly-rod records on Oct. 15. Swartz, president of Texas Women Fly Fishers, reeled in a smallmouth buffalo on the Brazos River that weighed […]
The Bolivar Peninsula Lighthouse Krewe Mardi Gras Parade brought a wave of color, music, and celebration to the peninsula under bright, sunny skies. With over 80 floats of all shapes and sizes lining up early in the morning, the stage was set for a day of festive fun and community spirit. The excitement began as […]
The Eagle’s beloved Crazy Hat Party reached a milestone this year, celebrating its 15th anniversary in spectacular fashion. Traditionally held the day before the Mardi Gras Parade, this year’s event embraced a fresh twist in honor of the 2025 parade theme, “Masquerade Madness.” Instead of wildly decorated hats, participants arrived donning elaborate and original Mardi […]
Each year, just before the Mardi Gras Parade takes over Crystal Beach, the Eagles Aerie 3719 hosts one of the community’s most anticipated events—the Crazy Hat Party. This year, the tradition takes on a new twist as the Crazy Mask Party, inviting revelers to showcase their most creative, festive, and extravagant masks. While the party […]
The Bolivar Peninsula Cultural Foundation had its annual wine tasting at Jose’s Cantina last Wednesday, February 26, 2025, and a great time was had by all. With over 80 in attendance, Jose’s was awash in vibrant Mardi Gras colors and decorations along with a majority of our guests in attendance adhering to the suggested Mardi […]