Two years after Hurricane Harvey hit, Port Aransas hasn’t completely recovered, but there’s no denying that the town has come a long way since Aug. 25, 2017. Most people have gotten back into their homes. Most businesses have reopened. “I think (Port Aransas) is doing great,” said Mayor Charles Bujan. “There are some areas that are taking longer than what […]

• A big list of Port Aransas facilities that haven’t reopened yet, and predictions on when they will. • A story on the anniversary observation that will include a tree-planting on Sunday, Aug. 25. • News on the city’s efforts to deal with trailers that were set up for hurricane recovery and remain in place today, some being used as […]

Editor’s note: One of the last Old Town Port Aransas businesses to rebuild after Hurricane Harvey hit on Aug. 25, 2017, the Salty Dog Saloon has found ways to preserve its previous feel and history while moving forward with new construction. You can’t keep this dog down. After two years of fighting to make a comeback, the Salty Dog – […]

It’s been two years since Hurricane Harvey hit and a Port Aransas couple still is struggling to pull together enough money to restore their home, despite being insured. Barney and Lou Ann Smith have lived at 1027 Sea Secret Street since 2011. In August 2017, the couple evacuated to San Antonio shortly after Port Aransas Mayor Charles Bujan ordered a […]