By Jaidyn Guerin
Saturday morning 25 Kids and 25 Barrels and a few adults got together at Stingaree to paint the barrels. Everyone decorated in their own styles. The barrels will be given to businesses, in hopes of “Keeping Bolivar Beautiful”. They are planning another get together in the Fall. We had hot dogs and cold drinks provided by Stingaree. We would like
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Chamber Awards Banquet
Another smashing success! The Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce sure knows how to throw a celebration – A record attendance by this loving community. On Tuesday, April 21st, Stingaree hosted the Annual Award Banquet. The speaker was none other than Elizabeth Alvarado, Galveston Chamber of Commerce, known to most of us as Lizzy Rogers, daughter of Pat and Maryanne Rogers. By
LS Retreat nearing completion
The buzz of excitement and activity can be seen and heard all around the Lone Survivor Retreat House as it nears completion. The home was hustling and bustling with painters, carpenters, electricians, landscapers, brick masons and many more professionals and volunteers working hard to get the Retreat Facility ready for the Open House on Sunday in which it will be open to the public. The house is
Pearl Beach Charity BBQ a huge success
The 3rd Annual Pearl Beach Charity BBQ Cook Off took place on Saturday. A merry crowd of cookers, volunteers and party people joined in the celebration. As the skies cleared on Saturday morning, 27 teams fired up their grills and prepared some award winning ribs and brisket. Tables of prepared food served hungry visitors willing to give a donation, and lots of great prizes were
Gumbo teams raise money for charity
By Jackie Sticker
The weather gods were smiling on Saturday, March 28th, for the 4th Annual DRIFTWOOD CHARITY GUMBO COOK-OFF hosted by Brian and Jackie Sticker. The pots were boiling, the music was playing and the competition was riding high. Twelve teams competed for bragging rights and the proceeds to donate to charity. The waiting was over by
Pearl Beach 3rd Annual BBQ Cookoff
The meat will soon be marinating and you’ll be able to smell the goodness from miles away. The big day is quickly approaching. The 3rd Annual Pearl Beach Charity BBQ Cookoff is Saturday, April 11th. This Pearl Beach Subdivision event brought more than 30 teams in the past year and there is always room to grow. All of the proceeds go to charity as the teams compete for
Riceland Clinic opens
It’s been a long time comin’, but the Riceland Clinic opened March 16th. They are located in the east end of the Crystal Beach Plaza. Yes, Bruce is back! The Grand Opening-Ribbon Cutting took place on Wednesday, March 11th. Bruce Mitchell, Physicians Assistant, will operate the clinic under the supervision of Medical Director, Dr. Kenneth Wilgers, a family practice physician in
Advanced Electronics Grand Opening
Saturday, March 14th, was the Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting for Advanced Electronics in Crystal Beach. Advanced Electronics is all about everything electronics – you name it! They’ll sell and install home entertainment, home automation, home security, TV, Internet and surround sound. Their hours are Tuesday to Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-2pm and closed Sunday & Monday.
GBF launches Mobile App for Water Pollution Reporting on Galveston Bay
Galveston Bay Foundation has recently launched the Galveston Bay Action Network (GBAN) mobile web app, a pollution reporting and monitoring tool that can be accessed on mobile devices, computers and tablets. Activities such as chemical spills and dumping of wastes have the potential to pollute our environment and threaten the health of the local people, plants, and animals and, when seen, such
25 Years of Beads and Bling
By Bobbey White
The Lighthouse Krewe’s 2015 “25 YEARS OF BEADS AND BLING” Ball was held Saturday night at Steve’s Landing. After Cocktail hour of appetizers and a signature drink, the DoDah Parade was lead by Jesters Cody Wood & Ange Busceme! Brad Bradford, MC for the evening, introduced 2014 King Matt White and Queen Bobbey White as
Bolivar Beach Logo winner
The Bolivar Chamber of Commerce selected Levi Bouse, 17, a High Island student, as the winner in the Bolivar Beach Logo competition. Levi will be recognized at an awards presentation and unveiling of the logo in the next few weeks. All finalists will also receive a one day pass to the Moody Gardens Palm Beach attraction. Congratulations to Levi and all the students participating.
Birdie’s health improves
By Bobbey White
On December 18th at approximately 3:30 AM, Birdie, a juvenile Bottlenose Dolphin, was found stranded on the Bolivar Peninsula. She was discovered by Sheriff Falcon near the bird sanctuary, hence the name Birdie. With the help of Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network (TMMSN), he quickly took steps to stabilize Birdie, making it possible
Bolivar Beach Logo Finalists Announced
Last week, the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce selected their finalists in the Bolivar Beach Logo Competition hosted by Galveston County. Staff members of both Crenshaw Elementary/Middle School and High Island ISD enthusiastically promoted the competition, and over 60 students of all ages participated. The entries were collected and given to the Bolivar Chamber of Commerce to
Lighthouse Krewe’s Big Weekend
By Bobbey White
The Lighthouse Krewe had a very busy, fun filled weekend! Saturday evening brought out many 50s and 60s costumed merrymakers to celebrate the Krewe annual 50/60s dance at the Ships Wheel. The Texas Blues Brothers Tribute Band entertained a packed house with enthusiastic energy! There was an exciting dance competition won by
Lee Crowder Elevated to Regional Services Coordinator
Galveston County Commissioners Court voted unanimously last Tuesday to enhance the County staff serving Bolivar Peninsula. The Bolivar Road and Bridge Manager, Lee Crowder, is being elevated to the newly created position of Regional Operations Manager for the Bolivar Peninsula. In that role, Crowder will continue to have ultimate oversight over Road and Beach operations on the Peninsula, but
Santa’s Workshop
Once again, the Bolivar Peninsula Lions Club’s own Charlotte Byus organized and pulled Christmas together for over 40 Peninsula-area children. So many toys, games, dolls, trucks and stuffed animals were donated by The Lighthouse Krewe and Texas First Bank. With the help of our shoppers and wrappers, the Bolivar Peninsula Cultural Foundation, all the gifts were delivered to the families’ doorsteps
CBVFD Christmas Party
By Diane Blanks
December 19th was a very special evening for five Bolivar Peninsula Families. The Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department, PEMSI and Constable William Comeaux hosted a Christmas dinner for the families. They were presented with all the makings for a complete Christmas dinner and presents for all the children. From iPods to dolls to
Stranded dolphin rescued
By Bobbey White
Birdie is a juvenile bottlenose dolphin that was found Thursday morning at about 3:30 AM by Sheriff Falcon in Bolivar. She is named in his honor for his quick action that saved her life. She is estimated to be between three and five years old and is being cared for by the Texas Marine mammal stranding network, or TMMSN. Matt and I
This Community is Amazing
At a risk of sounding redundant – This Community is Amazing when it comes to helping each other! Saturday, hundreds showed up at Tiki Beach Bar & Grill for our very own Cheryl Small. Thank you Chris and Karen Gatlin of Tiki – you two are always Up Front when it comes to hospitality! As you all know, Cheryl was involved in an automobile accident a few months ago, requiring surgery and leaving Cheryl
Have a young artist at home?
Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson is calling for entries in the 19th annual Adopt-A-Beach “Treasures of the Texas Coast” Children’s Art Contest. “Many little Texans never get to go to the beach, but this contest is an easy way to help teach them about the natural beauty of the Texas coast,” Patterson said. “If we want future generations to protect this treasure it’s essential they learn why
Groundbreaking for new Road & Bridge Facility
Last Thursday, Galveston County officials conducted a ground breaking ceremony for the county’s new Road and Bridge Maintenance Facility on Bolivar Peninsula. The new facility, located on Noble Carl Drive behind the Crystal Beach Fire & EMS Station, will double the size of the current building bringing it just shy of 8,000 square feet. In addition to housing the Road and Bridge Manager and several
Commissioner responds to Floodplain notices
Article written by County Commissioner Ryan Dennard concerning the floodplain regulations and notices that have been sent to roughly 1,000 residents concerning potential violations on Bolivar Peninsula.
If you own property in Bolivar, you recently may have received a letter from Galveston County’s engineering department about a potential violation of the county’s floodplain regulations. Nearly 1,000 people have received
Chili for Charity
Bright and early Saturday morning, the Chili Cookers began preparing for the 3rd Annual Driftwood Charity Chili Cookoff. As the Port Arthur Playboys entertained all with their rousing washerboard two-stepping and waltzing favorites, 19 teams gathered around the Sticker House under canopies. The bean bag game boards and washers were set out in the middle of the yard for young and old. The dance floor was
Where History, Art & Music Come Together!
And Together it Came – At the west end tip of the Peninsula on Saturday, October 11th, at Fort Travis Park. The couple of downpours did not dampen the spirits of the Festival goers. Pirates and Petticoats, a play written by Linda Elissalde, was performed by our very own Peninsula talent. Texas musician Brian Burns, and local favorite 3 Way Switch, entertained the crowds. Vendors sold everything from
Traffic Lights ACTIVATED
REMINDER: Today, Tuesday, September 9th, the Hwy 87 traffic lights at Crystal Beach Road and Driftwood Drive (Big Store) are scheduled to start their Green, Yellow, Red sequence. This will be the first time in 6 years these lights have been fully functional, so people will not be used to them. Be sure to pay close attention when coming up to these intersections. Also, proceed with caution even if you have a green light as drivers crossing your path may not pay attention to their red light.
Hats & Handbags for Heroes
By Eve Bradford
On Tuesday, August 19, 2014, the Second Semi Annual Red Petticoats held their “Hats & Handbags for Heroes” Bunco Tournament Fundraiser benefiting the Lone Survivor Foundation Crystal Beach Retreat, at Tiki Beach Bar & Grill. The group gathered and the excitement could be heard near and far as the participants drew their table assignments
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Pelicans
The Bolivar Peninsula Cultural Foundation is kicking off the Fifth Annual Jane Long Festival Lecture Series tonight (September 2) with “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Pelicans”, presented by Winnie Burkett, Biologist and Houston Audubon Society stalwart. The lecture series is every Tuesday evening in September at the Crystal Beach Fire Station, 930 Noble Carl Dr. in
BPLC helps buy school supplies for Bolivar kids
On Wednesday, the Bolivar Peninsula Lions Club proudly distributed proceeds from the Second Annual Golf Cart Poker Run. The fun community event, held in early August, raised over $18K to purchase school supplies for High Island and Crenshaw students. Checks were presented to each of the school principals based on the number of students enrolled. The Lions Club is committed to the support
