Texas Advances Ike Dike Project with New Design Contracts for Gates, Dunes

Real Estate and Development

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Joshua Hopkins

Texas Advances Ike Dike Project with New Design Contracts for Gates, Dunes

The Gulf Coast Protection District has approved contracts with Jacobs and HDR to begin early design work on the central gates and protective dunes for the massive “Ike Dike” hurricane-barrier system at the mouth of Galveston Bay.

Business and Economy

Texas A&M at Galveston Secures Major Endowment to Bolster Maritime Workforce

Texas A&M at Galveston Secures Major Endowment to Bolster Maritime Workforce

Health and Wellness

Avian Flu Detected in Galveston County Birds; Human Risk Remains Low

Avian Flu Detected in Galveston County Birds; Human Risk Remains Low

Coast Guard Buoy Washes Ashore in Galveston, Prompting Curiosity and Social Media Frenzy

Coast Guard Buoy Washes Ashore in Galveston, Prompting Curiosity and Social Media Frenzy

Real Estate and Development

Galveston Region Scores High With League City; Houston Ranks Last in New Texas Study

Galveston Region Scores High With League City; Houston Ranks Last in New Texas Study

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West Galveston Beach Gains 93,000 Cubic Yards of Sand in Erosion-Control Project, Texas GLO Says

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West Galveston Beach Gains 93,000 Cubic Yards of Sand in Erosion-Control Project, Texas GLO Says

Texas officials say more than 93,000 cubic yards of sand have been added to 1,000 feet of West Galveston Beach as part of a joint erosion-control project led by the Texas General Land Office, the City of Galveston, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Port of Galveston Projects Nearly 4 Million Cruise Passengers in 2026

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Port of Galveston Projects Nearly 4 Million Cruise Passengers in 2026

The Port of Galveston expects to approach 4 million cruise passengers and more than 445 sailings in 2026, driven by larger vessels, a new terminal, and continued industry expansion. Port leaders say the growth is vital to funding operations because the port receives no tax dollars.

Texas City Christmas Parade Returns Thursday With Gingerbread-Themed Floats

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Texas City Christmas Parade Returns Thursday With Gingerbread-Themed Floats

Texas City’s annual Christmas Parade steps off Thursday evening with a gingerbread theme, a 40-year tradition featuring cash awards for standout floats and entries.

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Texas City Christmas Parade Returns Thursday With Gingerbread-Themed Floats

Arts and Culture

Texas City Christmas Parade Returns Thursday With Gingerbread-Themed Floats

Controversial $700M Margaritaville Project Near Ghost-Wolf Habitat Signals Construction Restart

Real Estate and Development

Controversial $700M Margaritaville Project Near Ghost-Wolf Habitat Signals Construction Restart

Margaritaville Plans New Beach Houses as $700M Galveston Project Moves Forward

Real Estate and Development

Margaritaville Plans New Beach Houses as $700M Galveston Project Moves Forward

One of USS Texas’s Last Crew Members Marks 101st Birthday Aboard Restoring Ship

One of USS Texas’s Last Crew Members Marks 101st Birthday Aboard Restoring Ship

Galveston Officials Urge Caution After Reports of Man o’ War Washing Ashore

Galveston Officials Urge Caution After Reports of Man o’ War Washing Ashore

Carnival Dream Lifeboat Falls Into Water in Cozumel; No Injuries Reported

Carnival Dream Lifeboat Falls Into Water in Cozumel; No Injuries Reported

Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

Real Estate and Development

Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Arts and Culture

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

Arts and Culture

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Galveston Officials Urge Caution After Reports of Man o’ War Washing Ashore

Galveston Officials Urge Caution After Reports of Man o’ War Washing Ashore

Carnival Dream Lifeboat Falls Into Water in Cozumel; No Injuries Reported

Carnival Dream Lifeboat Falls Into Water in Cozumel; No Injuries Reported

Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

Real Estate and Development

Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Arts and Culture

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

Arts and Culture

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

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Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Health and Wellness

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Galveston Man Charged with Murder After Weekend Shooting Death

Galveston Man Charged with Murder After Weekend Shooting Death

Galveston Gears Up for Lone Star Rally, Welcoming Half a Million Bikers

Arts and Culture

Galveston Gears Up for Lone Star Rally, Welcoming Half a Million Bikers