State Highway 87 elevation gets a lift
County and state officials plan to spend $21 million to elevate state Highway 87 to make it less prone to flooding.

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Today's News

Teen pleads guilty to hate crime again
GALVESTON — A man originally sentenced 20 years accepted a five-year plea bargain for a hate-based attack of a gay patron at an island bar.

Controversial measure boosts state rankings
Overall, county school districts showed improvement, but many benefited from a controversial rule that some argue artificially inflates state ratings.

Officials plan state Highway 87 elevation
CRYSTAL BEACH — The state plans to elevate parts of the peninsula’s main artery so getting on and off Bolivar would be easier and safer.

Historic commission concerned about playground
LEAGUE CITY — Historic district commissioners said they are concerned a Boundless Playground at League Park would amplify drainage problems in the historic district.

‘Miraculous’ grants balance LMISD budget
LA MARQUE — The school district will use grant funds instead of local tax dollars to pay for some salaries.

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Controversial measure boosts state rankings

Overall, county school districts showed improvement, but many benefited from a controversial rule that some argue artificially inflates state ratings.

Reggae with a bite: Shark Attack on the Gulf

Reggae band Shark Attack lights up the Gulf Coast with its aggressive style. See the latest edition of After Hours, our magazine about night life in Galveston County.

Family to meet with prosecutor in teen's death

SAN LEON — Relatives mourning the death of a teenager want more serious charges filed against the woman accused of hitting him and his sister.

St. Mary dedicates new house of worship

TEXAS CITY — Cardinal Daniel DiNardo dedicated the new St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church on Tuesday. Dozens of church volunteers helped make the new church a reality.

Dunn deal: Shop offers perks for java lovers

Fresh competition among coffee shops is brewing in the North County, as Minneapolis-based Dunn Bros Coffee plans a new shop in Friendswood. Plus, Santa Fe gets a new jewelry store.

Lighthouse district in Boardwalk's shadow

Locals seek out Kemah's Lighthouse Shopping District near the more famous Boardwalk because of its small-town feel. The August edition of Coast magazine is now available.

Opinion

LMISD budget still needs work
Shifting some employees to federal grant programs is good, but La Marque school district should work on a long-term budget solution.

A tax credit for small businesses
Four out of five small businesses in Texas are eligible for a tax credit to help them buy health insurance for employees.

Letters to the Editor

Sports

AVA becomes premier volleyball club
DICKINSON — In just four years, Absolute Volleyball Academy has become the premier volleyball club in Galveston County and one of the best in Houston.

Moody Gardens offers ice skating in summer
GALVESTON — People passed on a day at the beach to skate around a man-made ice rink at the Moody Gardens Convention Center.

Bleacher Buzz, Fishing and From the Sidelines

Business

Trade magazine honors Tennille Inc.
TEXAS CITY — Tennille Inc. recently was ranked the No. 2 fabricator in Texas and the 28th in the nation.

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Entertainment

Some stars watch their kids get into the act
GALVESTON — Community theater has become a family affair at Island ETC, with children following in their acting and dancing moms’ footsteps

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Lifestyle

Shady characters add to landscape beauty
Several plants can be utilized to transform shady corners in the landscape into a riot of summer color and beauty.

Galveston Scenes

Food

Event showcases Junior League’s newest cookbook
GALVESTON — The Junior League of Galveston County’s new cookbook is the guest of honor at Saturday’s Forks and Corks event.