Get ready 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
BPCF Annual Meeting & Fashion Show
Santa Claus is Coming to Town!
Get ready, Bolivar Peninsula! Santa Claus is taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the toy workshop at the North Pole and is making his way to town this Saturday with three exciting stops where you can catch him spreading holiday cheer. Don’t forget your camera. Meet the man in red, take photos, and enjoy some festive treats along the way! Santa is ready to bring joy to the whole family.
Queens Are Wild: A Night to Remember at Nauti Beaver Hut
The Nauti Beaver Hut was packed to the rafters on Thursday night as excitement filled the air for the finale of the Queen of Hearts contest. By 4:30, eager attendees began arriving to claim the best seats, and by 5:30, it was standing-room-only. The energy was palpable as everyone anticipated not just the conclusion of the contest but also the highly anticipated drawing for the 2025 RAM Truck and
3rd Annual Dabney Harrison Memorial Golf Tournament
A Day of Weather, Competition, and Community
On a brisk Saturday morning, the 3rd Annual Dabney Harrison Memorial Golf Tournament teed off at The Ranch Wallis Smith Community Golf Course in Crystal Beach. The day began with a lively winner-take-all putting contest. After about a dozen attempts, the closest putt was 7-1/2 inches—until Buddy Ruffeno, the final
Borrowed Time Is Still Time
Just Lucky and Thrilled To Be Here
By J. Lee Austin, MD
Some may be wondering what’s with this Close Calls and Body Parts story. Well, there was a glimpse of the body parts portion of my life as a pathologist in the new book, “Cut Naked.” Since I haven’t really been marketing the book, it’s breaking records for uncommon obscurity
Eagles donate to Lighthouse Foundation
The Eagles & Eagles Bingo presented a $5,000 check to Michael Maxwell and Amy Chase of The Bolivar Point Lighthouse Foundation Restoration Project – presented by Aerie Worthy President, Matt Davis & Bingo Co Chairman, Shea Bailey!
Recreational Boating Safety – Cold Water Survival
By Bob Currie, Recreational Boating Safety Specialist
U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Station Galveston Flotilla
The whole country is watching as the events unfold in a boating accident one mile off Dauphin Island, Alabama. When searching for the missing boaters, the Coast Guard located a debris field and discovered the sunken 20-foot cuddy cabin boat and the bodies of
Captain Jeff Brandon Fishing Report, 12-10-24
By Captain Jeff Brandon
Surface water temperature 58 degrees. The water clarity is good now for East Galveston Bay. This past week we had less than ideal weather and strong winds on most days and fished low outgoing tides. The trout bite has remained steady, catching good numbers and some oversize fish as well on our artificial only trips. The ticket the past
Art & Photography Contest
The Museum of the Gulf Coast invites everyone to enter our community art contest. Contest rules in more detail are available on our entry form. This year’s theme is Open. Artists and photographers 18 and under may enter two entries free of charge. Adults will be charged $15 per entry. We have categories for all levels of entry. All proceeds from entry fees will go toward the cash prizes. Last year
Miss Bee’s Bolivar Buzz
By Shannon Williams
One thing that I did not know about living in Crystal Beach, was you have lots of company! I moved to the CB full time in August of 2013. We lived beach side for about 6 months, as Paul was building our home (Bay Side). I knew I would have more houseguest than when I lived in a small-town in West Texas (Big Spring) but did not know
Galveston, Texas
By Georgia Osten
…three days in a row! Geez, I ride that ferry so much, I ought to apply to be a Captain! I have to admit though, I really do enjoy the peace and quiet. That’s an exaggeration, because all those announcements about “where to muster,” “which ferry we’re on,” and then at the end, “everyone get back to your car.” All I want to do is read my
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
