Shoreline protection barrier is not so crazy
The idea for a shoreline protection barrier isn’t going away, so “Ike Dike” thinking might not be so crazy after all.
September 06, 2010 - By Cathy Gillentine

"Eat Pray Love" author comes across as selfish
President and Publisher Dolph Tillotson found “Eat Pray Love” to be well-written but whiny and self-indulgent.
September 05, 2010 - By Dolph Tillotson

What might have been
Heber Taylor shares a man’s experience in Alabama during the Civil Rights era and wonders what might have been if the situation turned out differently.
September 05, 2010 - By Heber Taylor

Singing and dancing at Cabaret Night
Get caught up on the latest news from the island social scene in Frances Powell’s “Scenes” column.
September 05, 2010 - By Frances Powell

Labor Day marks the end of summer
Galveston lifeguards are preparing for a busy holiday weekend of keeping beach-goers safe.
September 03, 2010 - By Peter Davis

Be on lookout for old meds
Dr. Michael Warren answers a reader's question about taking expired medication.
August 31, 2010 - By Dr. Michael Warren

Day care needs more children
The Texas City Day Nursery’s new center, where parents pay on a sliding scale based on income, needs more children.
August 30, 2010 - By Cathy Gillentine

Sons of American Revolution c’brate heroes
Get caught up on the latest news from the island social scene in Frances Powell’s “Scenes” column.
August 29, 2010 - By Frances Powell

Inside the files of a very old newspaper
Some interesting bits of history can be found while going through the archives of The Daily News, Texas’ oldest newspaper.
August 29, 2010 - By Michael A. Smith

Internet not always a tool for truth
Despite what an Internet blogger says, President and Publisher Dolph Tillotson doesn’t think Galveston is a dead city.
August 29, 2010 - By Dolph Tillotson

A time to watch dolphins just off the beach
Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis discusses adjusting to a slower pace.
August 27, 2010 - By Peter Davis

Have a question for the doctor?
Do you have a question for the doctor? Dr. Michael Warren wants to help.
August 24, 2010 - By Dr. Michael Warren

An ad almost changed her mind
Cathy Gillentine is not a fan of guns, but a recent ad featuring a pink pearl-handled gun almost changed her mind.
August 23, 2010 - By Cathy Gillentine

The ladies rule Oktoberfest for the first time
Get caught up on the latest news from the island social scene in Frances Powell’s “Scenes” column.
August 22, 2010 - By Frances Powell

Summer reads sizzle and fizzle
President and Publisher Dolph Tillotson shares a list of what he’s been reading this summer.
August 22, 2010 - By Dolph Tillotson

He told us a story about courage
Dinner with a newspaperman from Alabama reveals some interesting — and haunting — questions about the state's role in the Civil Rights movement.
August 22, 2010 - By Heber Taylor

Guards make dramatic rescues
Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis tells about two lifeguards who should be counted as heroes.
August 20, 2010 - By Peter Davis

Consider nearby hospitals when moving
Thinking about moving to a new area? Add “hospitals” to your list of things to check, Dr. Michael Warren advises.
August 17, 2010 - By Dr. Michael Warren

Looking for old photos of Texas City
Cathy Gillentine asks for anyone who has any good pictures that depict the history of Texas City to contact members of the history committee.
August 16, 2010 - By Cathy Gillentine

Who makes the hard decisions?
The debate about laying off firefighters is about whether Galveston ought to continue to increase the cost of living here rather than cutting the budget.
August 15, 2010 - By Heber Taylor