Thanksgiving: A Celebration of Gratitude and Togetherness
Thanksgiving is one of the most cherished holidays in the United States, bringing families and communities together to share a meal, express gratitude, and reflect on the blessings of the year. Celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November, this holiday is steeped in history and rich traditions that vary across the country, including unique customs in Texas.
BPCF Annual Meeting & Fashion Show
Mark your calendars for an exciting evening on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, as the Bolivar Peninsula Cultural Foundation (BPCF) hosts its Annual Meeting & Fashion Show at Jose’s Cantina starting at 5:30 PM. This year’s fashion show will feature unique outfits provided by the Second Going Thrift Shop, modeled by none other than BPCF members and local residents. It’s a night of fun and
Exciting News for Bolivar Point Lighthouse fans
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If you’ve been by lately, you’ve probably noticed some big changes happening at the lighthouse! Steel Painters, Inc crews have been working hard to prep and paint the iconic black and white daymark stripes on the lighthouse tower. This is no small feat! These pros are up in a manlift, 100 feet high, tackling strong coastal winds to
3rd Annual Dabney Harrison Golf Tournament
Crystal Beach is gearing up for an exciting weekend of golf, camaraderie, and community as the 3rd Annual Seaside Lumber Dabney Harrison Golf Tournament returns on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Hosted at the scenic The Ranch Wallis Smith Community Golf Course, this beloved event honors the legacy of Dabney Harrison, a long-time resident, avid golfer, and former
Crystaland Parade and Lighting Contest
Bolivar Chamber of Commerce will host its yearly Crystaland Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 14, at 6:00 pm. The Parade Route will begin at the Courthouse Annex Building, heading toward the beach. The parade will travel east on the beach and then return. Festivities after the Parade will be at the FIRE STATION, 930 Noble Carl Drive. After the parade, Santa Claus will greet all
Recreational Boating Safety – Good Samaritan Rescue
By Bob Currie, Recreational Boating Safety Specialist
U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Station Galveston Flotilla
The US Coast Guard relies heavily on private boaters to assist other boaters in distress. Often the nearest boat to a vessel in distress is a private boat. When time is of the essence, it is often the private vessel operator that comes to the aid of a fellow boater, and these
Miss Bee’s Bolivar Buzz
By Shannon Williams
“Elvis has left the building”
Well, maybe it was not Elvis that left the building, but the Big Kahuna & Big Mamma did! So, who are these people I speak of and what building did they leave? Well, I am both the Big Kahuna and Big Mamma, and after 156,454 days or 42 years and 4 months, I have stopped
Seriously Now!
By Georgia Osten
Every Monday when I come to work, someone will ask me “How was your weekend?” I saw a meme on Facebook this morning, something about “Well, I went to WalMart, I slept in, I had a nap.” Every weekend for me is fantastic! I took off work on Friday to go to town and shop. I began at Hobby Lobby because I was too excited to do
Deadline for First Half of Split Payment!
Cheryl E. Johnson
Galveston County Tax Assessor Collector
Galveston County property owners wishing to take advantage of the split/half payment option have until December 2, 2024 to make the first payment with the second half due June 30, 2025. Payment may be mailed but in order to secure a timely postmark, you must drop in a
A Farewell to a Storm-Worn Landmark
Saying Goodbye to a Piece of Ike’s History
After 16 years, one of the last visible reminders of what locals still call “the storm” is finally going away. Hurricane Ike, which roared ashore in September 2008, left an indelible mark on Crystal Beach and the surrounding area. Over 3,000 homes were destroyed, some completely washed away, while others were left standing but severely
Christmas Bike Drive Underway
Each year, thanks to the support of generous sponsors and donors, bicycles are given to needy children on the Peninsula. Now in its 26th year, the shiny new bikes continue to bring joy and happiness to many children. There have been changes throughout the years to make the drive more efficient and effective, but the generosity of donors was always constant. Thousands of dollars
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