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Galveston’s Groundswell Expands Mission as Shutdown Tests Food Programs

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Arden Huels

Galveston’s Groundswell Expands Mission as Shutdown Tests Food Programs

Galveston’s longtime farmers market nonprofit has rebranded as Groundswell to reflect its broader mission. The group faced an early test when the recent federal shutdown jeopardized SNAP and WIC funding.

Business and Economy

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Arden Huels

Icon of the Seas Set for Galveston Debut as Royal Caribbean Expands Texas Operations

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Ivy Lopez

Parents’ Detention Near Galveston School Raises Concern Over Immigration Enforcement

Business and Economy

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Arden Huels

Gulf Copper Expands Defense Work, to Build Navy Destroyer Components in Galveston and Port Arthur

Arts and Culture

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Joshua Hopkins

Texas A&M Galveston Tackles Maritime Hacking Threats with New AI-Powered Courses

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Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

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Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

The Galveston City Council approved more stringent rules for short-term rentals, including a three-strike system that could revoke a property's rental license after multiple violations.

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

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19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

Texas DPS and multiple Southeast Texas agencies arrested 19 people in a two-day enforcement operation tied to the Lone Star Rally, targeting prostitution-related crimes and drug offenses.

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

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Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Galveston’s first Old Quarter Songwriter Festival launches this week with 30 artists across four downtown stages, unfolding in the shadow and spirit of longtime Old Quarter owner Rex “Wrecks” Bell, who died earlier this month at 81.

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Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Galveston’s first Old Quarter Songwriter Festival launches this week with 30 artists across four downtown stages, unfolding in the shadow and spirit of longtime Old Quarter owner Rex “Wrecks” Bell, who died earlier this month at 81.

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

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Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

The launch party for Ghost Coast, a red lager named for the island’s so-called “ghost wolves,” drew scientists, filmmakers, and a large local turnout. The event highlighted recent genetic findings linking Galveston coyotes to the extinct red wolf and underscored growing community support for habitat conservation amid new development.

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

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Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

League City celebrated its veterans with music, community, and heartfelt tributes on Tuesday at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center, featuring performances, a barbecue lunch, and a keynote speech by Marine veteran Brent Faust of the Operation Red Wings Foundation.

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

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Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit Friday against the Galveston Independent School District for not displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms as required by a new state law, Senate Bill 10. A federal court is currently challenging the law on constitutional grounds.

Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

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Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

Wight Diamonds, a custom jewelry shop specializing in personalized designs and repairs, opened Sept. 2 in League City. The store offers CAD custom work, 3D printing, casting, and in-house designs by five jewelry artists.

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Health and Wellness

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Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion to block Kenvue, maker of Tylenol, from paying dividends this month. The move comes amid an ongoing state lawsuit accusing the company and Johnson & Johnson of deceptive marketing that allegedly misled pregnant women about potential risks linked to autism and ADHD.

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Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

Wight Diamonds, a custom jewelry shop specializing in personalized designs and repairs, opened Sept. 2 in League City. The store offers CAD custom work, 3D printing, casting, and in-house designs by five jewelry artists.

Health and Wellness

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3 min read

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion to block Kenvue, maker of Tylenol, from paying dividends this month. The move comes amid an ongoing state lawsuit accusing the company and Johnson & Johnson of deceptive marketing that allegedly misled pregnant women about potential risks linked to autism and ADHD.

Galveston Man Charged with Murder After Weekend Shooting Death

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Galveston Man Charged with Murder After Weekend Shooting Death

Galveston police arrested a 42-year-old man Tuesday in connection with the weekend shooting death of a 29-year-old found inside a vehicle. Authorities say they arrested the suspect during a traffic stop and are currently holding him on a $500,000 bond.

Galveston Gears Up for Lone Star Rally, Welcoming Half a Million Bikers

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Galveston Gears Up for Lone Star Rally, Welcoming Half a Million Bikers

Galveston is revving up for the annual Lone Star Rally, a four-day motorcycle celebration expected to draw roughly 500,000 visitors and pump an estimated $115 million into the island’s economy. Locals brace for the noise, crowds, and excitement that have become a hallmark of this Texas-sized tradition.

Galveston’s Groundswell Expands Mission as Shutdown Tests Food Programs

Icon of the Seas Set for Galveston Debut as Royal Caribbean Expands Texas Operations

Parents’ Detention Near Galveston School Raises Concern Over Immigration Enforcement

Gulf Copper Expands Defense Work, to Build Navy Destroyer Components in Galveston and Port Arthur

Texas A&M Galveston Tackles Maritime Hacking Threats with New AI-Powered Courses

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Galveston Council Approves Tougher Short-Term Rental Rules, Creates Three-Strike System

19 Arrested in Prostitution, Drug Crackdown Linked to Lone Star Rally

Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

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Galveston’s New Songwriter Festival Honors Legacy of Old Quarter Icon Rex Bell

Galveston Brewery Launches ‘Ghost Coast’ Lager as Island’s “Ghost Wolves” Drive Conservation Push

Veterans Recognized for Service at League City Civic Center Celebration

Paxton Takes Galveston ISD to Court for Delaying Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Wight Diamonds Brings Custom Jewelry and Design Expertise to League City

Paxton Seeks to Block Tylenol Maker’s Dividend, Citing Risks to Texas Lawsuit Recovery

Galveston Man Charged with Murder After Weekend Shooting Death

Galveston Gears Up for Lone Star Rally, Welcoming Half a Million Bikers

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