Some Galveston residents think Gulf Coast island needs an official mascot
From 'ghost wolves' to Jack Johnson, Galveston has plenty of options after local residents recently got the idea to name an ...
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Spring break on a budget with these fun spots
Though it might not feel that way for those with midterms and essays due this week, spring break is approaching quicker than you may think. If your bank account tells you you’d rather stay home, check ...
Galveston County deputies need help for Jeep Weekend — Here’s how you can assist
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office urges homeowners to offer housing for deputies during Jeep Weekend. GALVESTON COUNTY, ...
'Senior Skip Day' brings chaos to Galveston and Jamaica Beach, with arrests after shots fired report
One person is in custody after authorities responded to reports of shots being fired Friday at 13 Mile Road Beach in ...
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A cruise boom on the Texas Gulf Coast: ‘Galveston is growing in terms of its profile nationwide’
As Jacob Passy of the Wall Street Journal reports, Galveston has become a key port and destination for the whole cruise ...
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Galveston County deputies asking Crystal Beach homeowners for free stay during 'Jeep Weekend'
A new ad is calling for short-term rentals in Bolivar, but it's not for tourists. Deputies are asking for free beachfront stays to beef up law enforcement presence during 'Jeep Weekend.' ...
6 arrested, reports of shots fired at beach near rowdy spring break crowds, Galveston police say
A spokesperson with the Galveston Police Department said a gun was recovered from the scene, but no one was struck. Six people were arrested. Their identities, ages and charges were not immediately ...
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No major incidents during first weekend of Spring Break, Galveston Beach Patrol rescues surfer
A surfer was rescued due to strong winds, but he’s alright. We have some safety tips to keep you and your family safe in the ...
Six arrested after gun recovered at Senior Skip Day event on crowded Galveston beach
SAN ANTONIO - Police responded to reports of a shooting on a crowded beach Friday afternoon.It happened in the West End, ...
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This Underrated Coastal Drive Has Charming Fishing Towns, Quiet Beaches, and Lesser-known U.S. History
The Texas Gulf Coast is calling—and its 3,359 ... airports including Houston and San Antonio; the mid-sized beach cities of Galveston and Corpus Christi; and a slew of small towns and state ...