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Galveston Offloads Massive Passenger Bridges Ahead of New $156 Million Cruise Terminal Opening

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Galveston Offloads Massive Passenger Bridges Ahead of New $156 Million Cruise Terminal Opening

Two massive Spanish-engineered passenger bridges have arrived at the Port of Galveston, marking one of the last major steps before the island’s $156 million fourth cruise terminal opens next month.

From Tanker to Reef: Inside the Legacy of Galveston’s Concrete Shipwreck Selma

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From Tanker to Reef: Inside the Legacy of Galveston’s Concrete Shipwreck Selma

Just off Pelican Island lies the weathered skeleton of the SS Selma, a concrete shipwreck over a century old that defies expectations. Built in 1919 as part of a wartime experiment, the tanker now rests in Galveston Bay—serving as a local curiosity, navigational aid, and avian sanctuary.

Study Finds Menhaden Industry Responsible for Over 30,000 Redfish Deaths

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Study Finds Menhaden Industry Responsible for Over 30,000 Redfish Deaths

A $1 million study found more than 30,000 redfish died as bycatch in Louisiana’s 2024 menhaden harvest, sparking calls for tighter fishing rules to protect the state’s red drum population.

Bacliff man killed after being attacked by his two dogs, Galveston County deputies say

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Bacliff man killed after being attacked by his two dogs, Galveston County deputies say

His two dogs mauled a Galveston County man in his yard on Sunday, resulting in his death. When deputies arrived, they discovered one of the dogs still clinging to the man's arm.

Galveston Launches Major Beach Coastline Restoration Project

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Galveston Launches Major Beach Coastline Restoration Project

Hershey Beach on Galveston’s West End will remain closed through 2025 as crews begin a large-scale restoration project to rebuild nearly two miles of eroded shoreline.

Supermoon Brings ‘King Tide’ Flooding to Galveston’s Low-Lying Streets

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Supermoon Brings ‘King Tide’ Flooding to Galveston’s Low-Lying Streets

A “king tide” linked to this week’s supermoon flooded parts of Galveston’s bay side, offering residents a preview of the city’s growing flood risks as sea levels rise.

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Galveston Offloads Massive Passenger Bridges Ahead of New $156 Million Cruise Terminal Opening

From Tanker to Reef: Inside the Legacy of Galveston’s Concrete Shipwreck Selma

Study Finds Menhaden Industry Responsible for Over 30,000 Redfish Deaths

Bacliff man killed after being attacked by his two dogs, Galveston County deputies say

Galveston Launches Major Beach Coastline Restoration Project

Supermoon Brings ‘King Tide’ Flooding to Galveston’s Low-Lying Streets

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