05/18/2021
05/18/2021
Local News for Galveston, Texas
05/18/2021
05/18/2021
i45NOW: I just uploaded “As summer approaches hiring ” …
I just uploaded “As summer approaches hiring “crisis” grips Galveston; groups partner to get employees for busine… Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/18/2021
‘It feels different:’ Why Galveston’s cruise industry is optimistic ships will sail on July 3
The Port of Galveston said cruising will restart in July, but Carnival isn’t quite as committed just yet. Read the rest of the article on abc13.com READ MORE.
05/18/2021
i45NOW: As summer approaches hiring …
As summer approaches hiring “crisis” grips Galveston; groups partner to get employees for businesses A job fair put on by the Galveston school district and the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday (5/18/2021) aims to help ease that problem. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Vision Galveston looks for new leader, shifts to new phase
The organization is shifting from a visioning and planning stage to one of implementation. Read the rest of the article on galvnews.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
KIII 3 News: Some Galveston beach residents …
Some Galveston beach residents described the weekend as “out of control.” Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Galveston Bay Foundation: We’re hiring! Join our …
We’re hiring! Join our team of passionate conservationists to help preserve and enhance Galveston Bay. Visit for all application details. #jobopportunities #joinourteam #environmentalcareers #environmentaleducation #jobs #careers Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Galveston launches mapping tool to track coyote behavior
The best way to address coyotes is to have an informed public that knows what to do when you see a coyote,” said Josh Henderson, animal services supervisor with the Galveston Police Department. Read the rest of the article on galvnews.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Rosenberg Library: May is #BikeMonth! This …
May is #BikeMonth! This circa 1920 image shows a girl scout bicycle trip East Beach in #Galveston. The next image shows a bicycle registration card from 1946 for a maroon and white bicycle owned by Mrs. L. Burton of 1323 Ave M. #galvestonhistory #cycling Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
Galveston ISD: Congratulations to April’s E3 …
Congratulations to April’s E3 Employee of the Month, Wes Holland. Although he says he would like to refer to himself as “Master of the Universe”, Holland’s official job title is Texas ACE Site Coordinator at Oppe Elementary School. Read more: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/17/2021
The Houston Chronicle: At least 219 arrests …
At least 219 arrests made at Galveston’s annual Go Topless Jeep Weekend Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/16/2021
Rosenberg Library: Job Fair Alert! Galveston …
Job Fair Alert! Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce and Galveston ISD is hosting a job fair to match job seekers with employers. Galveston Island Job Fair Tuesday, May 18 Scott Building, 4116 Avenue N 1/2 9:00 am – 3:00 pm https://t.co/lkfFKPv9zix Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.05/16/2021
The Houston Chronicle: 219 arrest made at …
219 arrest made at Galveston “Go Topless” Jeep event Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/16/2021
Rosenberg Library: Did you know we …
Did you know we also have a collection of books available for viewing in the Galveston & Texas History Center? You can find local history books here! Learn more about our books, including the treasures of the Fox Rare Book Collection, at https://t.co/G22ybdVVNGy Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/15/2021
Rosenberg Library: Love Anime or Manga …
Love Anime or Manga? Join us and other anime/manga fans from around Galveston in our free Adult Anime/Manga club! Join us for our next meeting Tuesday, May 18 at 3:30 PM. Email Sheronda at scarter@rosenberg-library.org for more information! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.05/15/2021
City of Galveston officials assure auditing not a problem with short-term rental deals
Despite concerns, the city has insisted it’s confident it can audit short-term rental properties if it signs collection agreements with listing platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. Read the rest of the article on galvnews.com READ MORE.05/15/2021
Galveston’s West Enders pin hopes on big beach-building project
West End property owners are hoping a proposed beach-building project will help lay the groundwork for long-term erosion protection. Read the rest of the article on galvnews.com READ MORE.05/14/2021
12News: JUST IN | Galveston …
JUST IN | Galveston Island Beach Patrol has confirmed the body of an 8-year-old boy they believe was caught in a rip current has been found. He’d been missing since Tuesday. Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.05/14/2021
The Houston Chronicle: Authorities recover body of …
Authorities recover body of 8-year-old drowning victim at Galveston beach Read the rest of the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
05/14/2021