March 27, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

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Babe in the shade

Susan Stegge of San Antonio feeds her 6-month-0ld son, John, a little meal under the shade of an umbrella on the beach in Port Aransas on Friday, March 21. More...

Streets present 'opportunities' for upgrades

Lack of use is bad for streets
BY PHIL REYNOLDS SOUTH JETTY REPORTER

City Councilman Charles Bujan kicked off a discussion about street repair at the Thursday, March 20, city council meeting by giving fellow council members a pat on the back. More...

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Bullock career is now a biography

Dave McNeely

Bob Bullock, the legendary late Texas lieutenant governor for whom the Texas State History Museum is named, was a legend in his own time. He still is, almost nine years after his death. More...

Cell phone ban senseless

Steve Martaindale

First thing I learned is that West University Place is not, as its name might lead one to believe, a subdivision, shopping center or retirement home. More...

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Fishing

FISHING REPORT

Fishing great this week despite winds

By all accounts the week was windy, but catches were still good. Some larger species offshore and large numbers of smaller species inshore were reported. More...

Feds close snapper season on August 5

Federal fisheries officials blame Texas and other Gulf states for forcing the close of the federal red snapper fishery on Aug. 5. More...

Blacktip tips scale

Neal Gondran of Corpus Christi caught this 100- pound blacktip shark on Thursday, March 20. Capt. Tim Oestreich took him out on the Dolphin Express out of Dolphin Dock. More...

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Island Agenda

DAILY • Community Park Swimming Pool offers swim lessons and lap swimming, water exercise. Open daily except Mondays for swimming and more. Call 749-2416 for information. More...

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Beached

City weighs options for beach maintenance
BY PHIL REYNOLDS SOUTH JETTY REPORTER

City council members devoted some attention to Port Aransas beaches on Thursday, March 20, including a look at what the city plans to do this summer for beach maintenance, as well as a look at an experimental program that could relieve some pressur More...

City defends RVs right to camp on beach

BY PHIL REYNOLDS SOUTH JETTY REPORTER

While the city council was considering beach-related items on Thursday, March 20, it was also asked to consider banning all recreational vehicle (RV) camping on city beaches - something it was reluctant to do. More...

Island Life

ARK benefit to be held Saturday

Enjoy a catered dinner, some live music, a live auction and lots of entertainment, all while raising money at the annual Spring for the ARK. The fundraiser for the Animal Rehabilitation Keep (ARK) is set for Saturday, March 29, at 6 p.m. More...

Social set

Chamber members invited to mingle

A post-Spring Break mixer to benefit Relay for Life is planned for members of the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce-Tourist Bureau. The mixer will be Wednesday, April 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Island Park Estates, 8159 State Hwy. More...

Walk beach

Guided tour tomorrow

Get together with other beachcombers and see what treasures you can discover on a guided walk in Port Aransas on Friday, March 28. The beach walk, guided by Capt. More...

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Youth

Lifeguard classes slated in April

If you are interested in being certified as a lifeguard, the City of Port Aransas Parks and Recreation Department can help you reach that goal. Two lifeguard classes have been scheduled for April, and those interested may sign up now. More...

One-act play makes it to district

BY DAN PARKER SOUTH JETTY REPORTER

Performances in Port Aransas High School's one-act play were so strong in a zone contest last week that the play advanced to the district level of competition. It's the first time that has happened in recent years. More...

Look for the details

Artist Arlene Hughes points out details in a painting during the Art Center for the Islands Spring Break Art Camp. The camp, held over Spring Break, attracted 10 young potential artists. More...

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Sports

Marlins split games with Medina squad

By Dan Parker South Jetty reporter

The Port Aransas High School Marlins split a double-header with the Medina High School Bobcats on Wednesday, March 19. The Marlins dropped the first game, 2-4, then won the second one, 12-11. More...

2008 Marlin Baseball Schedule

February 14 Fri. Banquete (Scrimmage) 28 Thurs. Banquete Tournament March 3 Mon. 7 Fri. April 1 Tues. 7 Mon. 11 Fri. 18 Fri. 19 Sat. More...

Woodsboro pitcher puts punch on Lady Marlins

BY DAN PARKER SOUTH JETTY REPORTER

When you're up against one of the strongest teams around, you can expect a tough game. That's what the Port Aransas High School Lady Marlins got on Tuesday, March 25, when they fell to Woodsboro, 0-11, in a home game. More...

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