After a whirlwind pandemic year, the 2021 Texas Crab Festival came back with a phenomenal, record breaking turnout. The devastating cancellation of the TCF from last year gave way to a bigger and better festival this year. The weather conditions were favorable with breezy winds and bright skies. The largest vendor group thus far served up delightful options for food and crafts. The record
Record Breaking TCF
NOLA MAE
Dear Mom,
There have been 22 Mother’s Days since you passed away. I think of you and how we seemed to often disagree. You knew that I was definitely a “Daddy’s Girl”. He could do no wrong in my eyes, but you and I could tangle over such little events. I do not think that I ever really, really thanked you for all the good things that you did for me, and the things
Recreational Boating Safety – Fueling
By Bob Currie, Recreational Boating Safety Specialist
United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Base Galveston Flotilla
Gasoline and gasoline fumes are dangerous and can easily explode. Gasoline vapors are denser than air, meaning these vapors will sink and collect at the lowest point. Effective air circulation may help disperse gasoline
Captain Bryan’s Fishing Report, 5-12-2021
By Captain Bryan Brawner
We have been able to scratch out a few hours on the water the last couple of weeks between wind and fronts. The bay recovers quickly and clears fairly soon after the winds die down as East Bay salinity levels are at normal levels. However, with the recent rains up north, Lake Livingston spillway water releases, and water levels high
What ‘Day’ Is It?
MAY 11 – National Twilight Zone Day
MAY 12 – National Nutty Fudge Day
MAY 13 – National Fruit Cocktail Day
MAY 14 – National Dance Like a Chicken Day
MAY 15 – National Armed Forces Day
MAY 16 – National Barbecue Day
MAY 17 – Tax Day
Whooping Cranes are Nesting in Texas!
For the first time in recent history, 2 pairs of endangered Whooping Cranes are nesting in southeast Texas. These Whooping Cranes are part of the non-migratory population that is being reintroduced in Louisiana by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), a project that began in 2011. Whoopers in this population have been
Are we encouraging and empowering others?
By Brenda Cannon Henley
I trust that as long as I am healthy enough to write and have the mental facilities to do so, I will be led of the Spirit of God and be willing to write what I honestly believe He puts on my heart rather than to follow trends or causes that would earn me points among my peers. The reason this is on my mind today is that I originally had drafted
Miss Bee’s Bolivar Buzz
By Shannon Williams
Mother’s Day has come and gone for the year. It is one of my favorite holidays. I don’t expect much and am not fond of being taken out to eat on such a busy day. I was treated to a hamburger and ice cream at the Dairy Queen in Winnie this year! We were both very tired from spending Saturday at the Crabfest, so I really wanted a low-key kind of
To Kill A Mockingbird
By Georgia Osten
Don’t get me wrong, I won’t go mowing down bluebonnets, or picking them for that matter, after all, I’m proud to be a Texan. But!!!, the next Mockingbird that dive bombs me and pecks me on the top of my head is going to meet his maker. Not to mention poor Maezy. Poor dog can’t even leave the house (front or back door) to go do her
BP Lighthouse Krewe Poster Contest for Mardi Gras 2022
Bolivar Peninsula Lighthouse Krewe kicks off their Poster Design Contest For Mardi Gras 2022. The theme is “RIO CARNIVAL”. All Ages, Members & Non-Members are invited to enter! Winner will receive $100, an official 2022 BPL Krewe T-shirt, bragging rights, and exposure on the Lighthouse Krewe website, Facebook page and possible other media. Deadline for entry
