Coast Guard and Marines seek Big Isle fisherman Nov 15, 2009
He called the Kealia's owner, who informed the Coast Guard, which dispatched its HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, C-130 aircraft and two patrol boats -- the Honolulu-based Galveston Island and Hilo-based Kiska ... He called the Kealia's owner, who informed the Coast Guard, which dispatched its HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, C-130 aircraft and two patrol boats -- the Honolulu-based Galveston Island and Hilo-based Kiska. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Coast Guard continues search for missing fisherman Nov 14, 2009
The Coast Guard launchedthe air crews immediately andtwo 110-foot patrol boats, theHonolulu-based Galveston Island and Hilo-based Kiska, were under way before sunrise and en route. . (Honolulu Advertiser)
Gray day ahead for all islands Nov 14, 2009
The Coast Guard cutter Galveston Island reached the vessel at 11:27 p.m. Wednesday but decided to wait until morning before towing the boat in ... The Coast Guard cutter Galveston Island reached the vessel at 11:27 p.m. Wednesday but decided to wait until morning before towing the boat in. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Search underway for fisherman who went overboard off the Big Island Nov 14, 2009
Dennis Johnson called the Kealia's owner who informed the Coast Guard which dispatched is HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, C-130 aircraft and two patrol boats -- the Honolulu-based Galveston Island and Hilo-based Kiska ... Dennis Johnson called the Kealia's owner who informed the Coast Guard which dispatched is HH-65 Dolphin helicopter, C-130 aircraft and two patrol boats -- the Honolulu-based Galveston Island and Hilo-based Kiska. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Coast assists disabled fishing vessel off Kaneohe Nov 13, 2009
The Coast Guard cutter Galveston Island reached the vessel at 11:27 last night ... The Galveston Island safely returned the vessel to shore in Kaneohe Thursday afternoon ... "The weather definitely played a factor in our decision to wait to begin the tow," said Petty Officer 1st Class Lee McMillan, the Galveston Island's operations petty officer. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Coast Guard escorts damaged sailboat back to Kailua-Kona Nov 9, 2009
The Coast Guard cutter Galveston Island is escorting a 41-foot sailboat back to Kailua-Kona Harbor after five people spent the night aboard, tossed in rough seas about 50 miles west of the Big Island ... A Coast Guard C-130 dropped a search and rescue kit containing food, water, flares and a radio for the crew until the Honolulu-based 110-foot Galveston Island could arrive, said Coast Guard spokesman Petty Officer 3rd Class Luke Clayton ... About 3:30 a.m., the Galveston Island reached the... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Coast Guard assisting stranded sailboat Nov 8, 2009
A Coast Guard C-130 plane and Coast Guard Cutter Galveston Island were on their way tonight to assist a 41-foot sailboat that lost its mast in rough wind and seas about 50 miles off the Big Island ... The Honolulu-based Cutter Galveston Island should arrive on scene early Sunday morning to either pick up the boaters or tow the vessel back to shore, Titchen said ... A Coast Guard C-130 plane and Coast Guard Cutter Galveston Island were on their way tonight to assist a 41-foot sailboat that lost... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Cruise lines, harbor pilots head to court Sep 30, 2009
The two cruise lines that sail from Galveston Island are heading to court to resolve a dispute with harbor pilots that guide the ships as they arrive and leave port. and the jointly filed paperwork with Galveston County District Court on Sept. 23 requesting a judicial review of proceedings while proposed pilot rate increases were being considered. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
TDCJ: Escaped Inmate Captured Sep 24, 2009
Investigators spent days scouring Galveston Island for Barnes. The TDCJ's command post was moved to Hutchins State Jail, about 10 miles south of Dallas, on Tuesday because Barnes was suspected to have moved into that region. (Click2Houston, TX)
Around Oconee: Revival on the hill Sep 9, 2009
Timmer has been seen on the Discovery Channel's "When Nature Strikes," which featured his intercept last year of Hurricane Ike on Galveston Island as a deadly 15-foot storm surge threatened his crew's position. The presentation is free and open to the public. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Revival and Reflections' observed on Galveston Island, 1 year after Ike Sep 9, 2009
Revival and Reflections' observed on Galveston Island, 1 year after Ike ... In fact, It was the second time Galveston Island was torn apart by a hurricane. (KHOU.com, TX)
From the News Desk — Regional solutions proposed by forum speaker Sep 5, 2009
He noted that had Hurricane Ike come ashore on the west end of Galveston Island, the loss of life and property would have been even greater. He added that he and Houston Mayor Bill White did work well during the hurricane emergency even though the media attempted to create conflicts. (Brenham Banner, TX)
1 year after Ike, business grows on Galveston Sep 4, 2009
GALVESTON, Texas Summertime on Galveston Island brought encouraging news for business owners ... To see the tourists coming back to the island, said RoShelle Gaskins of the Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau. (KHOU.com, TX)
Structura helps to rebuild Galveston Sep 2, 2009
One year after Hurricane Ike devastated Galveston Island, an Austin construction company is finishing up work reconstructing a series of historic properties in that community s downtown area. Structura Inc. was contracted to handle roughly $7 million in reconstruction projects in Galveston, including about $4 million for Mitchell Historic Properties, which owns about one-fourth of the buildings along The Strand National Historic Landmark District. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Storm chaser at Gainesville State Sep 2, 2009
Timmer has been seen on the Discovery Channel's "When Nature Strikes," which featured his intercept last year of Hurricane Ike on Galveston Island as a deadly 15-foot storm surge threatened his crew's position. He also has appeared on ABC's "Good Morning America," CNN and The Weather Channel. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Texas Man Says He Has Mythical Chupacabra Sep 1, 2009
"Finds like the one in Blanco have appeared on the History Channel's "Monster Quest," they were subsequently determined to be dogs or coyotes. Distributed by Internet Broadcasting. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Text Size The views expressed are not those of Click2Houston.com, KPRC or its affiliated companies. This is a community moderated forum. (Please note the 'Like' and 'Report' tabs.) By posting your comments you agree to accept our . Comments... (Click2Houston, TX)
UTMB Galveston Welcomes New Students Aug 23, 2009
It will take place at the Galveston Island Convention Center. "We have a tradition of welcoming our students and their families into the UTMB family," said Vince Loffredo, associate vice president for student services. (Click2Houston, TX)
Census takers to hand-deliver forms in New Orleans Aug 19, 2009
Additional hand deliveries are expected in parts of Mississippi's Hancock, Harrison and Jackson counties, also affected by the 2005 storms, and parts of Galveston Island, Texas, which was hit by Hurricane Ike last summer, said Jeff Behler, deputy regional director of the census' Dallas office. Census officials said 2,400 workers would be hired in the New Orleans-area office, but they could not immediately provide a total cost for hand-delivering forms. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Ron Paul to Hold Major Event in Galveston Saturday Aug 15, 2009
LAKE JACKSON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Congressman Ron Paul will host a barbecue to kick off his congressional re-election campaign this Saturday at the San Luis Conference Center on Galveston Island. The event has attracted over 2,000 RSVPs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Market in early stages Aug 9, 2009
Wind Energy Systems Technologies leased 11,355 submerged acres about seven miles from Galveston Island. The company hopes to build a field of about 50 windmills with turbines rising 260 feet above sea level, according to the Texas General Land Office. (Florida Today)
Galveston Under Boil-Water Notice Aug 8, 2009
GALVESTON -- Water service was disrupted and a boil-water notice warning was issued for west Galveston Island Friday, KPRC Local 2 reported. WATCH IT. (Click2Houston, TX)
Pirate ship wrecked in Pass Cavallo belonged to Aury Jul 24, 2009
Aury established a Pirate base on Galveston Island in 1816 ... On his return to Galveston Island, Aury discovered that Jean Lafitte, a privateer/pirate who had gained fame during the battle of New Orleans in 1815, had taken his place as leader of the pirate community based there. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Smoking ban passed in Galveston Jul 24, 2009
The comprehensive smoking ban for Galveston Island will prohibit smoking in bars, restaurants, private clubs and outdoor seating areas. Smoking will also be banned within 15 feet of an establishment s primary entrance. (KHOU.com, TX)
Galveston plans Ike events Jul 20, 2009
Galveston Island State Park open house, 14528 Stewart Road, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ... The Galveston Island Humane Society will have a circus-themed Barkum and Bailey and Meowling Bros ... fundraiser at 8 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Galveston Island Convention Center. (KHOU.com, TX)
A&M researchers find dead zone off Galveston island Jul 5, 2009
Aarchers find dead zone off Galveston island. 03:27 PM CDT on Saturday, July 4, 2009. (KHOU.com, TX)
Tips For Hurricane Insurance Jun 4, 2009
June 3, 2009: In the wake of Hurricane Ike, tourism takes over as the leading provider of revenue for Galveston Island Phil Archer reports ... June 1, 2009: Local 2 chief meteorologist Frank Billingsley checks in with those he helped during his aerial tours after Hurricane Ike devastated Galveston Island. (Click2Houston, TX)
2 Evacuation Plans Needed Jun 2, 2009
Harris County Judge Ed Emmett said lessons were learned after Hurricane Ike slammed onto Galveston Island in September, devastating southeast Texas. The monster storm forced officials to modify the county's hurricane plan. (Click2Houston, TX)
Senate approves UTMB spending bill May 28, 2009
Students, doctors and community leaders on Galveston Island have been adamant during this session that rebuilding UTMB is vital for the whole island. Ogden said House budget negotiators had agreed to moving funds for the new tower to bonds that would not cost the state. (KHOU.com, TX)
'Jon & Kate' Say They're Angry At Media May 26, 2009
Jon & Kate' Say They're Angry At Media - Entertainment News Story - KPRC Houston. Live Cameras, Conditions. (Click2Houston, TX)
Galveston Enjoys Busy Holiday May 26, 2009
HOUSTON -- The Memorial Day holiday was an important one for Galveston Island, which is still struggling eight months after Hurricane Ike, KPRC Local 2 reported Monday ... May 25, 2009: The Memorial Day holiday is an important one for Galveston Island, which is still struggling eight months after Hurricane Ike. (Click2Houston, TX)
Third most destructive hurricane affects Sea Aggies May 11, 2009
Before landfall, President George W. Bush ordered a state of emergency for the area expected to face the brunt of the storm, and mandatory evacuations were ordered for the Galveston Island and parts of the mainland. Texas Aalveston, like much of the island, did not escape from the wrath of Ike, with the University forced to shut down the campus for the remainder of the semester. (The Battalion, TX)
Social Security opens Galveston office Apr 4, 2009
Repairs are under way and officials expect to return the full staff to Galveston Island by mid-May. Many of the services offered by Social Security are available through the toll-free telephone number at 1-800-772-1213 or by going online at www. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Letters to the Editor: Mar. 11 Mar 24, 2009
The bills call for 12 casinos: two each for Dallas and Houston, one each for Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth - Arlington, Galveston Island, South Padre Island, and three for other major cities. Corpus Christi will be eligible to bid for one of the three remaining. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Regents look to Legislature on UTMB Mar 11, 2009
AUSTIN, Texas -- University regents on Tuesday granted the hurricane-ravaged University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Island a repreive provided the Legislature comes through with the cash ... This board by this vote is deeply committed to the future of UTMB on Galveston Island, but this decision is not our decision alone, said H. Scott Caven Jr., chairman of the board. (KHOU.com, TX)
What Determines The Size Of Giant Dunes? Mar 9, 2009
15, 2008) Dr. Rusty Feagin was managing several ecosystem research projects on Galveston Island when the 2008 hurricane season began. Then he got an unexpected visit from a research assistant named Ike. (Science Daily)
Enter to win a two night stay at the Moody Gardens Hotel and four day passes to Moody Gardens! Mar 3, 2009
Second runner up winners will receive VIP Passes for two for 20 attractions throughout Galveston Island. Partners. (Click2Houston, TX)
Galveston Mardi Gras Shakes Post-Ike Blues Feb 15, 2009
GALVESTON -- People are finally in the mood to celebrate again on Galveston Island, five months after Hurricane Ike. The boulevard along the famed seawall was lined with hundreds of bead-wearing Mardi Gras revelers Saturday. (KIRO TV, WA)
Consultant advises UTMB to move inland Feb 13, 2009
Four different scenarios were presented to The University of Texas System Board of Regents on Feb. 11 by Atlanta consulting firm , which included moving inland and splitting hospital care between Galveston Island and League City. Ultimately, the firm suggested that UTMB would have more financial viability if it moved inland, and that the university could continue its relationship with Galveston Island via a community hospital. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Taking Aim: The Mother in My Trunk Feb 8, 2009
My mother died on the day after Hurricane Ike came ashore across Galveston Island, a category 2 storm with a category 4 storm surge. My mother, was 89 and lived in Texas City which is just across the bay from Galveston. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
