FROM RESTAURANTS TO REEFS: GALVESTON BAY FOUNDATION’S OYSTER SHELL RECYCLING PROGRAM

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:40A Publisher

By: Sasha Francis Oyster reefs are a very important habitat in many estuaries, particularly Galveston Bay. They provide a unique suite of benefits as both a fishery and habitat for other aquatic...

Hang On…Help is On the Way

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:33A Publisher

February delinquent notices for unpaid 2025 property taxes will begin arriving in mailboxes this week. Thanks to legislation passed several years ago, those unable to pay their taxes in full may sign up for a low penalty payment agreement with...

Community invited to solve riddles, decipher clues to win $500

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 3:28A Publisher

TEXAS CITY, TX – Solving riddles, following clues and decoding hidden messages will lead to one person winning $500, along with a high-tech pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses. The City of Texas City has launched Scavenger Hunt III: 409 Protocol, featuring...

Jordan Ivy-Curry is making his mark with Satria Muda of the Indonesian Basketball League

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 2:59A Brandon Williams

Former La Marque boys’ basketball standout Jordan Ivy-Curry is making his mark with Satria Muda of the Indonesian Basketball League (IBL). Ivy-Curry is averaging 13.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in his first eight games with Satria Muda.

Play Ball (Baseball’s Version)

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 2:55A Brandon Williams

Monday marks the opening day of the 2026 high school baseball season, with seven area teams hitting the field. The start of the new week also has the final day of the boys’ basketball regular season with state-ranked Dickinson and La Marque among...

Fishing Forecast

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 2/14 2:54A Brandon Williams

Bolivar: FAIR. 60 degrees. Anglers are still catching redfish, with fewer catches of trout in the surf, jetty, bay-side canals and east bay using finger mullet and mud minnows. Trinity Bay: GOOD. 60 degrees. Water temperatures are on a warming...

Texas City Museum welcomes new piece of Black cowboy history

abc13.com (News) 2/12 9:31P Erica Simon

The Texas City Museum is displaying a piece of Black cowboy history after the family of a formerly enslaved man donated a historic artifact.

Eight Arrested in Retail Theft Ring Targeting Major Stores Across Pearland and Greater Houston

Texas Herald News 2/9 8:11A Amalia Weigandt

PEARLAND, Texas — The Pearland Police Department has arrested eight Houston-area individuals accused of operating a large-scale retail theft operation that targeted multiple stores across Pearland and the Greater Houston area. The investigation...

Baytown Man Arrested in January Homicide on James Bowie Drive

Texas Herald News 2/9 8:02A Amalia Weigandt

BAYTOWN, Texas — The Baytown Police Department has arrested 20-year-old Zachary Eleby of Baytown in connection with the murder of 32-year-old Jerome Harris of Louisiana. Detectives began investigating the case on January 31, 2026, after officers...

Harris County Constable Deputies Arrest Suspect After Foot Chase Near Hobby Airport

Texas Herald News 2/2 3:04A Amalia Weigandt

HOUSTON Deputies with Harris County Constable Precinct 2 arrested a suspect following a foot pursuit near Hobby Airport on Sunday, February 1, 2026. According to officials, day shift deputies initiated a subject stop in the 8200 block of Broadway...

La Marque homicide investigation underway after overnight shooting, police say

abc13.com (News) 1/31 8:17P KTRK

Police say dispatch got a call in reference to a shooting, and once officers arrived on the scene, the suspect had fled.

College of the Mainland Rad Tech Student Selected for Nationwide Leadership Program

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 3:42A Publisher

(Texas City, TX) — First-year College of the Mainland (COM) Radiologic Technology (Rad Tech) student Amanda Respondek has been named one of two Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists (TxSRT) members selected for the American Society of...

For February 3rd – 7th the pets of the week are Connor and Ariel.

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 3:13A Publisher

Say hello to Connor(A042803), he is dressed to impress and ready to snuggle! This 6 year old tuxedo is a total sweetheart who lives for lap time. He is a mellow, gentle soul who loves to chat with his favorite people. Whether you’re reading a book...

New Month Ushers Home Stretch

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 2:52A Publisher

February begins on Sunday, but its Tuesday where the action gets interesting. The home stretch of basketball season kicks in with three state-ranked boys teams in action, while the chase for playoff spots in girls’ hoops tigh Sunday: No games...

Fishing Forecast

The Post Newspaper of Galveston County 1/31 2:51A Brandon Williams

Bolivar: FAIR. 50 degrees. Winter has arrived with changing winds with super low tides. Check the forecast before you head out or call ahead to your favorite bait shop. Best fishing is deeper holes and near structures. Water temperatures are...