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SandFest was super
The crowds that attended Texas SandFest 2025, Friday through Sunday, April 25 through 27, were some of the biggest reported in the event’s 28-year history, according to organizers. “On Friday we had about 17,000 come through the gates, one of the biggest Friday crowds we have ever had,” said Scot Deason, president of the SandFest Board of Directors. “On Saturday […]
Visitors enjoyed many-faceted festival
From learning sandcastle skills to eating great food, to jumping into piles of sand, to finding a husband, these folks each had their own reasons for loving SandFest. The annual event surrounding sculptures made of sand took place this year from Friday through Sunday, April 25 to 27. Alicia Breton of Seguin said it was her first time attending the […]
Port A appraisals rise, but not by a whole lot
Appraisal values in Port Aransas have been sent out, and the big news isn’t so much that property values are up, but that they are up so little, overall. Data is showing property values are only about 3 percent higher this year compared to 2024, according to Debra Morin, interim chief appraiser at the Nueces County Appraisal District. Morin said […]
Derby day
Run for the Roses gala set Saturday to benefit museum and boat worksTickets, tables and sponsorships are still available for the Kentucky Derby-themed Port Aransas Preservation and Historical Association’s 2025 Fundraising Gala on Saturday, May 3. Proceeds from the Run for the Roses gala will benefit the Port Aransas Museum and Farley Boat Works. The event will begin at 5 p.m. in the Courtyard at the Tarpon Inn, 200 E. Cotter Ave. […]
May exhibition at art center to feature Surf the Soul Show
The thrill of riding waves will be reflected in the artwork to be displayed in the Port Aransas Art Center gallery in May. The Surf the Soul show will open at the First Friday reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2. View the works in the art center gallery while enjoying fellowship, live music, light refreshments and […]
PAPHA in need of volunteer docents
Do you have some free time and are looking for something new to do? Port Aransas Preservation and Historical Association board members are looking for volunteer docents for both the Port Aransas Museum and the Farley Boat works. Anyone 16 and up can volunteer to become a docent. Those who make the commitment to become docents will receive training from […]
City council, school board voting set Saturday
A new city council member and a new school board trustee will be chosen by Port Aransas voters on Election Day, Saturday, May 3. The polling place will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the William R. “Bill” Ellis Memorial Library, 700 W. Ave. A. (The South Jetty will post election results as soon as they can […]
Kickball tourney sign-ups end Friday
The deadline to register teams for an upcoming charity kickball tournament is Friday, May 2. The tournament, to start at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, will be at Jerry McDonald Field. All proceeds reportedly will go to the non-profit Salty Paws organization, which provides support for the Port Aransas Animal Shelter. The tournament is being sponsored by Port Aransas […]
First nests
Sea turtle nesting season has begun. The first nest discovered on Mustang Island was found on Sunday, April 27. Turtle patrollers from the Amos Rehabilitation Keep were alerted by a visitor at Mustang Island State Park about 8 p.m. that a turtle was in a nest.