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Galveston port tackles growing traffic concerns with new signal
The Wharves Board of Trustees approved a contract with DECO Contractors for the traffic signal project and set a $415,000 maximum cost including contingency funding....
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League City councilman, challenger clash at polling place
League City Councilman Tommy Cones called police on challenger Gregory Van Etten amid a heated campaign dispute at an early voting location. Each candidate disputes the other's account of the confrontation....
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Galveston port trustees push for closer look at Pier 19 conditions
During a Wharves Board of Trustees meeting Tuesday, members discussed the need to examine the structural condition of the pier, including underwater pilings, bulkheads and other infrastructure, before determining what improvements should move forward....
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Children's Museum seeks $20,000 grant for interactive storytelling exhibit
The museum is seeking a $20,000 grant through the Rotary Club of Galveston Island Foundation's 50th Anniversary Community Choice Grant program to create the Rotary Storytellers Studio, an interactive exhibit designed to encourage early literacy and creativity....
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Galveston County approves $6 million sale of long-stalled Broadway property
Commissioners voted 4-0 to authorize County Judge Mark Henry to execute a contract with Loyd Dalton Jr. for about $6 million. The contract gives the buyer 150 days to inspect the property, with the option to back out of the…...
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Galveston Park Board gives update on wayfinding signs
Melody Smith, senior director of marketing, said contractor Corbin Design conducted a punch-list assessment last week, identifying signs that need height adjustments, repairs and other modifications....
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Golf tournament raises $23k to support Battleship Texas restoration
The Battleship Texas Foundation hosted its annual golf tournament Oct. 5, bringing together supporters, sponsors and community members for a day of competition and fundraising benefiting the restoration and preservation of the historic vessel....