Clear Creek ISD proposes budget with nearly $23M shortfall
Clear Creek ISD proposes budget with nearly $23M shortfall Community Impact
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Drought prompts burn ban in Galveston County's unincorporated areas
The ban includes outdoor fires, such as brush, grass and trash fires. Knowingly or intentionally violating the order is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500, according to the order.
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Galveston attorneys allege state windstorm insurance association fraudulently cut Beryl payouts
Attorneys Shaun Hodge of Hodge Law Firm and Craig Eiland of Eiland & Bonnin PC told reporters Tuesdaythey believe the association sent field adjusters’ estimates to a claims supervisor for Leading Edge Claims Service LLC to reduce estimates by up…
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Galveston County employees’ accrued time off is safe, for now
County Judge Mark Henry and the four county commissioners voted Monday to defer a proposal to revise the county’s time-off policy. Commissioner Hank Dugie proposed the changes to unify the county’s time-off rules and save taxpayer money.
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Clear Creek ISD earns high ‘B’ in accountability rating
Clear Creek ISD earns high ‘B’ in accountability rating Community Impact
Burn bans set in several Southeast Texas counties as heat intensifies and lack of rain continues
Burn bans set in several Southeast Texas counties as heat intensifies and lack of rain continues ABC13 Houston
Tall Ship Elissa did Galveston and Texas proud with voyage
Tall Ship Elissa did Galveston and Texas proud with voyage The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
Parents seek new approach to Ball High graduation events
In moving away from Project Graduation, Ball High School parents joined a national trend of significantly altering graduation celebrations by dropping such things as a traditional all-night lock-in or canceling events altogether.
ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77
Frank Beard died after health problems had kept him away from some recent performances. His death leaves guitarist Billy Gibbons as the sole surviving member of the trio's classic lineup after bassist Dusty Hill's death in 2021.
Galveston County constable, residents urge Texas Supreme Court to block county’s new precinct map
Galveston County constable, residents urge Texas Supreme Court to block county’s new precinct map Houston Public Media
BETA Starts Texas Electric Aircraft Test Flights
BETA Starts Texas Electric Aircraft Test Flights AVweb
Smithsonian Brings Sandy Beach Scientists to Texas A&M Galveston
Smithsonian Brings Sandy Beach Scientists to Texas A&M Galveston Texas A&M
Emergency petition asks to block Galveston County's new redistricted map
Emergency petition asks to block Galveston County's new redistricted map AOL.com
Texas Game Wardens seize over 700 feet of illegal gill nets in Galveston County
Texas Game Wardens seize over 700 feet of illegal gill nets in Galveston County KBTX News 3
Texas Game Wardens cite 3 men, seize 140 fish, 700 feet of nets at the Texas City Dike
Two of the men didn’t have valid fishing licenses, according to the department. Wardens documented about 160 violations, issued multiple citations and warnings, and seized the nets and aquatic creatures.
Galveston County approves burn ban amid drought conditions, officials say
Galveston County approves burn ban amid drought conditions, officials say ABC13 Houston
Texas analyst claims nobody is buying homes in Galveston
Texas analyst claims nobody is buying homes in Galveston Chron
YESTERDAY
Harris County budget shortfall — what it means for county services, your wallet
Harris County is staring down a $178 million budget shortfall — and if commissioners approve a proposed tax increase, homeowners could feel it in their wallets. The county is considering a tax rate that would increase the property tax bill on a median-valued homestead by about $90 next year. Fact...
New Kolache Factory coming to Nassau Bay in October
New Kolache Factory coming to Nassau Bay in October Community Impact
Clear Creek ISD hopes to certify more teachers in upcoming school year
Clear Creek ISD hopes to certify more teachers in upcoming school year Community Impact
137 fish, 4 crabs and 160 violations: What game wardens found at the Texas City Dike after getting a tip
137 fish, 4 crabs and 160 violations: What game wardens found at the Texas City Dike after getting a tip KHOU
Deadline nears to sign up for electronic property tax statements
Tax Assessor-Collector Cheryl E. Johnson is encouraging property owners to register for electronic statements through the Galveston County Tax Office website.
Galveston County Faces New Redistricting Lawsuit
Galveston County Faces New Redistricting Lawsuit Texas Scorecard
58 detained on ICE holds in Galveston County in first half of August
Jail records list about 80 immigration holds and related arrests during the period, including 35 in Galveston, 21 in League City and 24 elsewhere in the county. More than 64% of the 58 detainees had no related arrest, while seven…
Texas' first electric plane test flights set to take to the sky in Galveston this week
Texas' first electric plane test flights set to take to the sky in Galveston this week KHOU
Galveston Isn’t Known for Its Waves. Its Surfers Don’t Care.
Galveston Isn’t Known for Its Waves. Its Surfers Don’t Care. Houstonia Magazine
One less stop: PortPass ends at Galveston cruise terminals
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission discontinued its PortPass program at the Port of Galveston on Aug. 11, ending the collection of state taxes from cruise passengers bringing alcohol and cigarettes back through the port.
THIS WEEK
Galveston County voters ask Texas Supreme Court to block new map before November election
Galveston County voters ask Texas Supreme Court to block new map before November election Houston Chronicle
Galveston unveils packed lineup for Fourth of July weekend
Galveston unveils packed lineup for Fourth of July weekend The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
Several blocks of cocaine wash up on Galveston's West End
Several blocks of cocaine wash up on Galveston's West End The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper
Elissa returns to Galveston after three-month journey at sea
Elissa returns to Galveston after three-month journey at sea Houston Chronicle
Tall Ship Elissa comes home to Galveston after historic voyage to New York for America's 250th anniversary
Tall Ship Elissa comes home to Galveston after historic voyage to New York for America's 250th anniversary ABC13 Houston
Welcome home to the island’s 1877 Tall Ship Elissa! After sailing more than 5,000 miles over two months for her Galveston 250 Voyage and participating in the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Elissa was greeted Saturday by cro
Welcome home to the island’s 1877 Tall Ship Elissa! After sailing more than 5,000 miles over two months for her Galveston 250 Voyage and participating in the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Elissa was greeted Saturday by cro facebook.com
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