Energy & Environment
Galveston Finishes Multi-Million Dollar Beach Renovation
Posted on · It's not just about making the beach prettier; it's about making the coast stronger.
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Weather
Study Expects “Exceptionally Fast” Increases In Flooding Risk On Texas Coast
Posted on · One researcher says Galveston is "definitely going to be hit hard."
News
Galveston Voters To Decide On Bond Issue For Road And Drainage Improvements
Posted on · Officials say they can't delay streets projects any longer. Galveston voters are being asked to pay more in property taxes to fund that work.
News
Lyda Ann Thomas, Former Galveston Mayor, Dies At 80
Posted on · The "Hurricane Mayor," who shepherded Galveston through the threat of Hurricane Rita and the devastation of Hurricane Ike, has died.
Transportation
Galveston May Cut Some Bus Service Due to Funding Issues
Posted on · Officials are now looking for input on how to move forward. They'll gather feedback at a public meeting.
News
Houston Council Members Partnered Up To Take On Storms
Posted on · City council members brought together researchers and engineers to propose plans to protect our city and coast from hurricanes and flooding.
News
Vibrant Educational Seating Outlines Galveston’s Seawall
Posted on · Galveston Island just finalized a project that adds to its eclectic scenery.
News
Galveston Declares Itself A Welcoming City Due To Concern Over Some Of Trump’s Actions
Posted on · Mayor Jim Yarbrough underscores the contributions of immigrants to the island and advocates for a comprehensive immigration reform.
News
Web Cams Offer Views Of Galveston Bay Water Conditions
Posted on · With strategically-placed web cams, you can get live glimpses of Fifth Avenue in New York City, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, or the canals of Amsterdam. Now, there are web cams for fishermen and boaters to check out water conditions in Galveston Bay.
News
Galveston Island Prepares For Holiday Cranes
Posted on · Galveston Island is preparing for some holiday visitors. About 200 Sandhill Cranes winter on the island and they put on quite a show.
Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 3083: Gail Borden
Posted on · Episode: 3083 Gail Borden and Condensed Milk Today, maps, newspapers, politics, and condensed milk.
Transportation
Officials: Widening Of I-45 From Greater Houston To Galveston County Set To Begin
Posted on · Officials say the widening of the freeway from six lanes to eight is needed to accommodate a growing population.
News
Latest Galveston Beach Restoration Project Set For October
Posted on · Government funds for Hurricane Ike recovery will help pay for more than $20 million in Galveston beach improvements eight years after the deadly storm.
Transportation
Galveston Still Repairing Lingering Damage From Hurricane Ike
Posted on · Money from a federal disaster recovery grant will help rebuild two major streets.
Transportation
It’s Costing More To Park At Some Galveston Beaches
Posted on · Park officials say they’re trying to raise money to make needed improvements.