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Wrecked yacht removed from Galveston’s Offatts Bayou after more than 2 years aground
Crews with La Marque-based Land & Sea Marine Services spent about four hours dismantling and lifting the Acta, a recreational fiberglass vessel blown ashore near 6801 Broadway by Hurricane Beryl in July 2024....
State to remove stranded boat in Galveston despite ownership questions
The Texas General Land Office, with funding provided by the Gulf of America Alliance, plans to remove Acta, a recreational fiberglass vessel blown aground by Hurricane Beryl in July 2024 near 6801 Broadway....
Cornyn proposes 170-mile national recreation area along Texas coast
The Lone Star Coastal National Recreation Area Act would establish a national recreation area stretching through Jefferson, Chambers, Galveston, Brazoria and Matagorda counties....
Galveston group proposes 'pump track' at Menard Park
Organizers have begun working with city staff and specialized skate park builders to evaluate the site, develop a preliminary concept and identify funding....
Event to celebrate backpack donation to children in Galveston
Landmark Hospitality Group, owner of Hearsay on the Strand, and Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System are supporting the House’s Repacked for Smiles and New Miles campaign, which collects clean, gently used backpacks for children staying at the house....
Santa Fe park closed for maintenance
Adjacent to the Mae S. Bruce Library, 13302 Sixth Street, the park is expected to remain closed for as many as six weeks after work begins Monday to dismantle and replace playground equipment, officials said Tuesday....
St. Vincent’s House to honor longtime community leaders at gospel brunch
The event will feature live gospel music, a Southern comfort brunch, signature beverages and gospel performances while honoring the Rev. Ray Pinard and Vivian Pinard for more than four decades of service to St. Vincent’s House and the Galveston community....
Galveston Women’s Conference celebrates leadership, legacy and connections
The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted its 19th annual Galveston Women’s Conference, the organization’s signature event celebrating women in business, leadership and the community....
League City nature center receives upgrades, renovation
The Dr. Ned & Fay Dudney Nature Center, 1220 Egret Bay Blvd., closed Aug. 31 for renovations and upgrades. After its expected reopening Sept. 21, returning visitors will be able to use a new restroom and rebuilt bird blinds, Sarah…...
Galveston to celebrate art, friendship with Málaga Spain
The event — dubbed Galveston Loves Málaga: An International Celebration of Art in the Parks — is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 13 at Menard Park, 2222 28th St....
From Christmas gifts to bicycles, deputy keeps giving back
Deputy Mac Sanford spent Friday evening in a parking lot in Texas City matching donated bicycles with children — an effort that drew such an overwhelming response that he had to change his original plans for distributing them....
Shops at La Marque breaks ground at former Gulf Greyhound Park
Officials gathered Monday to break ground on the Shops at La Marque, a major retail development planned along FM 1764 near Interstate 45 that is expected to bring some of the country's most recognizable retailers to a site once dominated…...
Texas Game Wardens cite 3 men, seize 140 fish, 700 feet of nets at the Texas City Dike
Two of the men didn’t have valid fishing licenses, according to the department. Wardens documented about 160 violations, issued multiple citations and warnings, and seized the nets and aquatic creatures....
Padres visit struggling Guardians in bid for seventh straight win
The San Diego Padres' offense struggled to rally after trailing in games earlier this season, but those days seem like a distant memory now.
Orioles' Gunnar Henderson shows Rays his value in lineup
Baltimore Orioles spark plug Gunnar Henderson demonstrated in the series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays that wherever he bats in the lineup, he is going to hit....
Disney D23 announcements: Every trailer and big project revealed at 2026 event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event gave us so much stuff to chew on as the company revealed a ton of pop culture goodness that's coming down the road, from new trailers to cast announcements to...
Olivier Sarr to Spain
Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of Olivier Sarr, confirming that the French center has agreed to a two-year contract running through the end of the 2027-28 campaign....
San Jose in a tough spot with red-hot St. Louis City paying a visit
After a tough loss, the San Jose Earthquakes will have to be on top of their game Saturday night when visiting St. Louis City SC come to PayPal Park.
LAFC seek offensive spark as MLS play resumes against San Diego FC
With their hectic runs in Leagues Cup competition complete, Los Angeles FC will play host to San Diego FC as the clubs return to MLS action Saturday.
Caitlin Clark heats up in second half to pace Fever past Wings
Caitlin Clark scored 29 points as her second-half offense sparked the Indiana Fever to a 98-87 victory against the visiting Dallas Wings on Friday night in Indianapolis....
Hornets' Hannes Steinbach picks past jersey number to start NBA career
After wearing No. 6 last season at Washington, forward Hannes Steinbach will have a new look on the court for his upcoming rookie campaign with the Charlotte Hornets....
2 early standout transfers spark hope for UTEP football season
The UTEP football team returns about half its roster (50 of the 110 players on its roster) and coach Scotty Walden credits those players for accelerating the install of schemes with new coordinators,...
La Liga predictions: AI makes pick between Barcelona and Real Madrid
We asked Google Gemini to predict the results of the new La Liga season, with Spain's domestic soccer campaign kicking off on Saturday, Aug. 15.
Starbucks brings back iconic, sparkly drink, but only this weekend
Starbucks is bringing back an iconic beverage, but only for a weekend.
Soccer-Liverpool owners secure new investment from Bezos-backed consortium
By KaranPrashant Saxena Aug 14 (Reuters) - A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has reached a definitive agreement to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, the Premier League club's owners...
Liverpool selling stake in club to group including Jeff Bezos
Liverpool FC has new minority stakeholders including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, majority owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed Friday, August 14....
Silver Dollar City unveiled 'the longest family coaster in the Midwest'
A new ride is coming to Silver Dollar City, leaning into Missouri's identity as the Cave State and the park's history.
“If you're trying to make sure that you're not …
Pablo Torre Finds Out: “If you're trying to make sure that you're not circumventing the cap, allegedly, you need to make sure there's a trail of Kawhi actually doing stuff." — @DavidPSamson and @...
Teddi Mellencamp reveals new boyfriend after teasing 'Valley Guy' romance
Teddi Mellencamp's mystery boyfriend, only known as "Valley Guy," isn't such a mystery anymore.
Seattle Mariners at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions
The Seattle Mariners (57-65) and Houston Astros (62-60) open a 3-game series Friday in Houston, Texas. First pitch from Daikin Park is at 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Mariners vs....
From snubs to future locks: Early Basketball Hall of Fame candidates for 2027
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is set to welcome its newest class of legends and change makers this weekend, headlined by Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, Doc Rivers,...
What’s next? A Joint Authority will be established in …
What’s next? A Joint Authority will be established in the early fall to negotiate with the Trail Blazers.
Chicago White Sox at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions
The Chicago White Sox (62-58) and Detroit Tigers (60-61) play the first game Friday of a 3-game AL Central series in Detroit, Michigan. First pitch from Comerica Park is at 6:40 p.m. ET....