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West Galveston Beach Gets Major Sand Boost

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West Galveston Beach Gets Major Sand Boost

Nearly two miles of Galveston’s West Beach are being reinforced with dredged sand from the Galveston Ship Channel as part of a $23 million, multi-agency project aimed at slowing erosion and strengthening storm protection along the island’s vulnerable west end.

Phoned-In Threats Trigger Police Response at Two Galveston County High Schools

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Phoned-In Threats Trigger Police Response at Two Galveston County High Schools

Law enforcement agencies responded to two Galveston County high schools on Tuesday after unrelated phoned-in threats prompted emergency measures. Authorities later determined both threats were unfounded.

Battleship Texas Restoration Makes Major Strides Toward 2026 Reopening

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Battleship Texas Restoration Makes Major Strides Toward 2026 Reopening

The Battleship Texas, the last surviving World War I–era dreadnought, has reached a milestone in its $75 million restoration, with crews eliminating all leaks and advancing structural repairs ahead of a projected reopening in late 2026 or early 2027.

Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With No Major U.S. Landfalls, But Intensity Surprises Forecasters

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Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With No Major U.S. Landfalls, But Intensity Surprises Forecasters

For the first time in a decade, no major hurricane struck the United States during the Atlantic season, yet the year produced unusually intense storms and showcased shifting atmospheric patterns explained by Galveston-based meteorologist Hal Needham.

Texas City Honors Five Women Who Helped Save Motorcyclist After I-45 Crash

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Texas City Honors Five Women Who Helped Save Motorcyclist After I-45 Crash

Five women received public recognition from Texas City officials for performing lifesaving actions after witnessing a serious motorcycle crash on I-45 earlier this month. Their quick response helped revive an unconscious woman who had no pulse.

Galveston-Mainland Transit Link Expands as Gulf Coast Transit District Debuts The Splash

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Galveston-Mainland Transit Link Expands as Gulf Coast Transit District Debuts The Splash

A new bus route, The Splash, now connects Galveston and Texas City with hourly service six days a week. The Gulf Coast Transit District and Galveston Island Transit partnered on the project, offering $1 fares and direct transfers to improve regional mobility.

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West Galveston Beach Gets Major Sand Boost

Phoned-In Threats Trigger Police Response at Two Galveston County High Schools

Battleship Texas Restoration Makes Major Strides Toward 2026 Reopening

Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With No Major U.S. Landfalls, But Intensity Surprises Forecasters

Texas City Honors Five Women Who Helped Save Motorcyclist After I-45 Crash

Galveston-Mainland Transit Link Expands as Gulf Coast Transit District Debuts The Splash

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