Isle rebuilding slow, but there is progress
GALVESTON — Houses are being rebuilt, but the character of island neighborhoods, filled with people who spent their lives in one place, may never recover.

Restaurants work to recreate ambience after Ike
Hurricane Ike flooded out many restaurants that were local institutions known as much for their food as for their character and atmosphere.

Ike's flood a challenge for historic properties
GALVESTON — Hurricane Ike's storm surge presents unique challenges for owners of the island's prized historic buildings.

Public housing's future unclear
GALVESTON — The Galveston Housing Authority is demolishing developments badly damaged by Hurricane Ike, but it's not clear what will replace them.

Hurricane, recession double-whammy for schools
Hurricane Ike and the economic recession have forced local school districts to slash budgets, lay off teachers and close some schools.

Bolivar residents start from scratch after Ike
PORT BOLIVAR — Peninsula residents were left with little to rebuild after Hurricane Ike swept 3,600 structures off their slabs.

Mainland communities still recovering
Canal communities are still removing Hurricane Ike debris, while blue-tarped roofs are common in other mainland towns.

Ike didn't wash away bait camp's spirit
BAYOU VISTA — Louie's Bait Camp, a popular boat-launching spot, used Hurricane Ike as an opportunity to rebuild and expand.

Profiles 2009

Rebuilding - April 5

Coastal Culture - April 12

Work - April 19

Citizen of the Year - April 26