The Second Annual Lions Club Golf Cart Poker Run will be held on Saturday, August 2. Sign up early to
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Kids’ Posters
Kids of Bolivar will be displaying their home-made and lovingly crafted “Keep Our Beach Clean” posters. The Big Store is allowing the display for the last weekend of this month, July 25-27 2014. All kids, who wish, can make a poster of poster board and any medium they would like. The purpose is to bring awareness
Lost Dog: REWARD
“Beaudreaux” or “Boo”
Last seen on 7/12/14, Hwy 87 and James Road in Caplen, Light Yellow Lab, 10 months old-100 pounds. Call or Text 512.751.1785
Entergy Helps Low-Income Customers ‘Beat the Heat’
Popular Program has Distributed More than 16,000 Fans in Southeast Texas
You know summer has arrived when Entergy Texas, Inc. sets out to help customers “Beat the Heat” by giving away fans to help many of them stay more comfortable during Southeast Texas’ sweltering summer. The popular program is in its 14th year and assists low-income residents via the
BBB “Morning Mix” comes to Bolivar
BBB “Morning Mix” will travel to the Bolivar Peninsula on Thursday, July 10. Hosted by Swede’s Beach Properties, the event will be held at the Stingaree Restaurant (1295 Stingaree Road) in Crystal Beach from 7:30am to 9am. It will be the 10th of 17 area Better Business Bureau sponsored get acquainted and informative gatherings in 2014. BBB “Morning Mix” will provide a complimentary
Ukulele Lady and the Fourth of July
By Linda Elissalde
Family and friends gathered at the home of Ellen Kennedy and Robert Fridge for a gala celebration of The Fourth. Guests enjoyed succulent barbecue, hot dogs with homemade buns, potato salad, corn on the cob and devilishly delicious desserts. Then the gathering was treated to musical delights. Ellen, who plays the trumpet and
The Birthday Boy
Our Buddy, Rob, otherwise known as RR to most, recently celebrated his 70th Birthday. How everyone kept this a surprise is beyond me, we’ve known for at least two weeks. Sunday morning Rob wondered why Charlotte was baking two hams – for goodness sakes, it was only their two daughters, spouses and a smattering of grand kids. Guests began to arrive laden with their side dishes, everything from
CBCGC Golf Tournament
The Second Annual Crystal Beach Community Golf Course Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 28. Tee time is set for 9:00 am. This will be a 4-man scramble, blind draw, 18 hole tournament, with all proceeds going to support improvements the the Golf Course. Deadline for entry is June 25, limited to the first 72 entries. Entry fee is $60, which includes food and beverages. A Calcutta will be held
Golf Cart Poker Run
The Second Annual Lions Club Poker Run will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2014. Mark your calendars…registration information will be available soon.
The Ice-Water Challenge
The latest Facebook dare making the rounds on Bolivar is the ice water challenge for charity. The rules are simple, you accept the challenge or donate $100 to the charity of your choice. By accepting the challenge, you are doused with a bucket of ice water, and the event is captured on video. Before the water is poured over your head, you are to ‘call out’ other friends to accept the challenge, thus
Property Tax Notices in the Mail
PRESS RELEASE
Cheryl E. Johnson, Galveston County Tax Assessor
Senior, disabled persons and disabled vets, along with those participating in disaster installments need to be aware that the third payment is due by Monday, June 2nd in order to avoid hefty penalty and interest charges (6% penalty and 1% interest). The fourth and final installment will be due by Thursday July 31st so mark your calendars now!
Five-Guys Party
If you didn’t make it to the 12th Annual Five Guys Celebration over in Driftwood, you missed an over the top gathering of friends, beau coup spirits and fantastic music! The crowds began setting up their pop ups on Friday afternoon, staking their spots for Saturday’s big party. The winds encouraged everyone to just set up the frames – saving the covers for the next day. Cars, jeeps, trucks and golf carts began
Lost Dog
Lost our dog at Crystal Beach this weekend. He got through a fence break we did not see. He is a 2-1/2 year old boxer. He is brindle colored body with white feet and white neck…his head is brown. He has a green collar on. He has been busy running the roads around Singing Sands and Sea Breeze. Many people
Laura Skeeters
Laura Skeeters, from Aliso Viejo, CA won Second womens overall and First in her age division at the Texas Crab Festival 5K held on Saturday.
TxDMV Puts Brakes on Title Fraud
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles issued a press release urging Texans, “Don’t Buy a Wreck. Do a Title Check” online at its website (www.txdmv.gov). If you are considering purchasing a vehicle, take a few extra minutes and protect yourself by going online to the TxDMV website, click on the box labeled “Title √” and enter the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of your potential purchase. The VIN is
Take a Class to Lower Your Property Tax Burden!
You have three more opportunities to learn how to “Effectively Protest Your Property Value” left this month! Statistics reveal that 95% of those who show up benefit from some level of reduction in value which translates to lower property taxes. With nothing to lose and potentially much to keep – plan to attend!
Community Garage Sale
The vendors began setting up for the Community Garage Sale this past Saturday, April 26th. By 6am, ten to twelve canopies, lined the parking lot at The Joe Faggard Community Center. The Garage Sale was managed, advertised and coordinated by AARP CHAPTER 1591 and their President, Donna Sims. The Bolivar Peninsula Lions Club gathered in the kitchen of the Community
Voter Registration Deadline April 28th for Primary Run-Off Election
Local elections are right around the corner followed immediately by the primary run-off election scheduled for May 27th. If not registered or if you recently moved, you have until Monday, April 28th to register or update your address. Applications may be found at all county tax offices or online at www.galcotax.com. This online application is post-paid and is a two page application that you may print,
Free Vision Screening
The Bolivar Peninsula Lions Club will provide free vision screening on April 15, 9 am to Noon at the Crystal Beach Fire Department. Vision screening is done to identify possible vision problems; results may indicate a need for further assessment. For more information, call Brenda Flanagan, 409-684-3377.
Town Hall Meeting with Commissioner Dennard
County Commissioner Ryan Dennard (Pct. 1) will be hosting a Bolivar Community Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 17, at 7 pm in the JP Courtroom, 946 Noble Carl Dr. in Crystal Beach.
