Girls just gotta catch fish


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


‘Lake Alister’


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


Alister Street — and others in town — were turned into virtual lakes on Wednesday, June 17, when heavy showers courtesy of Tropical Storm Bill fell on Wednesday, June 17. The photo shows vehicles navigating the street in front of Bilmore & Son Hardware Store looking south. NWS weather observer Tony Amos recorded 5.28 inches of rain that day.

Beach bucks

New law puts bigger share of occupancy tax in city’s hands

By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015

Dan Parker
News editor

The Legislature have approved a bill designed to provide Port Aransas with many tens of thousands of dollars more for beach maintenance. The measure will go into effect Oct. 1 without Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature. State Rep. Todd Hunter, one of the authors of the bill, said that many times bills of this nature are just “let go” without the […]

Trustees take first look at proposed budget


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015

Joe Martinez
Reporter

Plans are afoot for teacher raises, conservative enrollment estimates and an inquiry into teacher health insurance plans. The Port Aransas ISD Board of Trustees held its first budget workshop for the 2015-16 school year at a regular board meeting on Wednesday, June 17. Enrollment The 2014-15 school year at Port Aransas ISD ended with 526 enrolled students, 43 more than […]

It’s all about fun

Key to happy fishing customers

By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015

Dan Parker
News editor

The latest Port Aransas Boatmen Hall of Fame inductees are Jeff Heimann, an ex-charter boat captain; and his former wife, Mary Ann Heimann, one of the few female charter captains Port Aransas has seen over the years. Jeff, of Aransas Pass, said he was “kind of floored” when he heard he’d been given the honor. “It’s nice to be recognized, […]

Casa looking cool


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


Casa Condominiums has received the Port Aransas Garden Club’s June Commercial Yard of the Month. Pictured on the grounds is Megan Rocha, front desk clerk at Casa. Landscaping includes hibiscus, elephant ears, sago palms, bougainvillea, Washingtonia palms and yucca.

Beach Walk

Explore for ‘treasures’ Friday

By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


Summer visitors looking for a morning beach activity might want to join the free beach walk on Friday, June 26. Go exploring with a knowledgeable guide for “treasures” that have washed up on the beach overnight. Shirley Fischer, a long-time Port Aransas resident, leads the walks along the shoreline the fourth Friday of every month at 9 a.m. Fischer will […]

Art center to offer painting workshop


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


Another Wine, Whine and Design Painting Island Style Workshop is being offered by the Port Aransas Art Center on Sunday, July 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. These popular step-by-step painting classes are fundraisers for the art center land and building fund. Arlene Hughes, the originator of these classes, will be the instructor. Attendees will paint a blooming cactus one […]

Take a tour of some Port Aransas history


By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


Here on vacation and looking for something unique to do? Take a step back in time on a tour of the Chapel on the Dunes. The oldest consecrated church on Mustang Island, the Chapel on the Dunes, is located in the sand dunes 26 feet above sea level. The Port Aransas Museum offers tours of the historic oneroom chapel, built […]

Stuff to do and see

Parks and Rec Roundup

By Port Aransas South Jetty Staff | on June 25, 2015


The following are upcoming events and activities sponsored by the Port Aransas Parks and Recreation Department. For more information or to register for events, call 749-4158. This Week Interval Training Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7 a.m. at the Community Center, 408 N. Alister St. Personal trainer Karen Decker leads the class for all ages and fitness levels. $3 per session, […]