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Surfing pirate
More than 50 kids surfed in Halloween costumes at the Sixth Annual Texas Surf Camps Halloween Surf Contest on Saturday, Nov. 2, near Horace Caldwell Pier. Pictured is surfer/ pirate Alex Hickey, age 10, daughter of Nikki and Daren Hickey of Aransas Pass.
Making a difference
Stimson served in Air Force - twiceChris Stimson always knew it was in the cards for him to find work that he deemed honorable. Growing up he said he wanted to do at least one of two things– law enforcement or military– and as life would have it, he did both. Stimson originally planned on joining the Marine Corps but after input from his father and […]
Early voting tally here misses 2020 record
Voters in Port Aransas flocked to vote in an election that focused more on hotly contested state and national elections than on the few local or regional contested races. This edition of the South Jetty went to press before results were complete from voting on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5. Incomplete results were posted on the newspaper’s website, www.portasouthjetty.com Tuesday […]
Volunteers hit all-time high at Port Aransas fire department
The Port Aransas Volunteer Fire Department has reported the highest number of volunteers in seven years with a total of 28 members. Assistant Fire Chief Vinton James says the increase in numbers began in late 2023. As with many volunteer organizations, the numbers go up and down. The last time the department had 27 volunteers was in 2017, according to […]
It’s party time!
Farley Boat Works to host the Second Saturday partyThe aroma of burgers on the grill will greet folks attending the first Farley Boat Works Second Saturday party of the winter season on Saturday, Nov. 9. The party will begin at 6 p.m. at the boat works, 716 W. Ave. C. Burgers and all the fixings are on the menu. Those who attend are welcome to bring side dishes […]
Farmers market set Sunday
Farm-fresh food, homemade wares and more will be available for purchase at a farmers market on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Fred Rhodes Memorial Pavilion at Roberts Point Park. The farmers market will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to the market, the day will include live music, a fall-themed backdrop for photo opportunities and kids’ […]
Island Agenda
This Week Saturday, Nov. 9 • Beach Yoga. • Shelton Fundraiser. (See story Page 6A.) • Second Saturday Party. (See story this page.) Sunday, Nov. 10 • Farmers Market. (See story this page.) Monday, Nov. 11 • Veterans Day • Municipal offices closed. (See story Page 7A.) • PAISD Veterans Day program. (See story Page 7A.) Daily Amenities • Port […]
Can’t find TV remote? Blame the frog.
Sometimes, you lose the TV’s remote control. And other times, you REALLY lose it. Like, you lose it so bad that it takes DAYS to find it. The search for that little rectangular piece of plastic can become quite the frustrating odyssey. I experienced that odyssey not long ago. It all started when my wife, Michelle, and I went to […]
Our readers speak
Flight risk? Port Aransas definitely needs a new animal shelter. So the city is looking at a location at the airport so these poor traumatized animals can find peace of mind with the sounds of airplanes and jet engines! Really??? Boo HausserPort Aransas and San Antonio Blind to facts Re: Right is right, Our readers speak, by Jim Anderson, Port […]