South Padre Island

Local nests a good sign for struggling turtle - Herald Tribune

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:57:00 GMT

SARASOTA COUNTY - Hatchlings from one of the world's rarest sea turtles -- the Kemp's ridley -- emerged from their nest last Sunday on Casey Key, a positive sign for a species that was near extinction three decades ago. Two more nests, likely from ...

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Explosions in the Sky Saturday - Daily Texan Online

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

As I write this, I am listening to ?So Long, Lonesome,? the last track off Explosions in the Sky?s last album, 2007?s All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone. The last time I remember listening to it, I was driving away from South Padre Island right ...

UNCW hires new men's basketball assistant coach

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:12:00 GMT

The UNCW men's basketball team has added veteran coach Henry Dickerson as assistant coach.

Explosions in the Sky Saturday - Daily Texan Online

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Harlingen cracking down on fireworks

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:31:13 GMT

Forget about trying to light fireworks within the Harlingen city limits. The Harlingen fire and police departments will be looking for fireworks this Fourth of July weekend, said Jaime Quiroga, the public education officer for the Harlingen Fire Prevention Bureau.

Fourth of July Celebrations

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:17:28 GMT

Where: Merryman exit off Expressway 77/83. For more information: Call the Sports Park at 350-8374. Harlingen What: Harlingen Family Fiesta When: There will be live music from 10:30 p.m.- 12:30 a.m. Where: Gutierrez Park For more information: Call Cheryl LaBerge at 216-4910 San Benito What: ResacaFest Where: Heavin Trail For more information: Call ...

Citrus losses likely due to Hurricane Dolly - AgNews

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:59:00 GMT

WESLACO -- Hurricane Dolly?s trek through South Texas last summer is the likely suspect in a 12 percent drop in citrus production there, according to a Texas AgriLife Extension Service citrus specialist. ?Based on historical trends in citrus ...

Citrus losses likely due to Hurricane Dolly

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:45:31 GMT

Hurricane Dolly's trek through South Texas last summer is the likely suspect in a 12 percent drop in citrus production there, according to a Texas AgriLife Extension Service citrus specialist.

Island business picks up - Brownsville Herald

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:58:00 GMT

It might not be one of the busiest Fourth of July's weekends on South Padre Island compared to previous years, but that doesn't mean business is bad. Some hotels and motels are booked for the holiday, while others reported this week they still have ...

Man charged after nearly crashing truck into pool

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Four people were injured Thursday night when a man crashed a truck through a fence and nearly plunged the vehicle into a swimming pool.

South Padre remains popular July Fourth destination - McAllen Monitor

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:58:00 GMT

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND ? The Fourth of July weekend might not be South Padre Island's busiest one on record, but that doesn't mean business is bad. Some hotels and motels are booked for the holiday, while others reported this week that they still had ...

Traffic Update: Fourth of July beachgoers urged to be patient

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:29:12 GMT

The Texas Department of Transportation is anticipating huge crowds for the Fourth of July weekend and urges motorists to be patient and obey traffic signals while getting to and from South Padre Island, according to a press release.

Traveling to SPI? Get ready to wait

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:43:03 GMT

If you're planning to head out to South Padre Island this Fourth of July weekend, be prepared for a long wait.

Turtles set for release on July 4 - Corpus Christi Caller

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:06:00 GMT

CORPUS CHRISTI ? Two loggerhead sea turtles will regain their independence on Independence Day. Animal Rehabilitation Keep will release Uno and Ashley at 10 a.m. Saturday about one mile south of Beach Access Road 1 on Mustang Island, opposite ...

Port Isabel,TX.-Mrs. Victoria Guadalupe Gonzalez

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:54:08 GMT

She is preceded in death by her husband Gualberto G. Gonzalez Sr., her son Gualberto Gonzalez Jr., her parents Juan and Guadalupe Garza, her brothers Marcos Garza, Juan S. Garza, Alberto Garza, and her sisters Lucia Camacho, Francis Leazenby, Refugia Conway.

Caller.com Corpus Christi News and Information - Corpus Christi Caller

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:59:00 GMT

Animal Rehabilitation Keep will release Uno and Ashley at 10 a.m. Saturday about one mile south of Beach Access Road 1 on Mustang Island, opposite Pioneer RV Park walkway. Uno, who weighs 82 pounds, was found May 1 on Mustang Island barely alive ...

Brownsville minister dies in plane crash at Weslaco airport

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:21:21 GMT

Federal aviation investigators hope to learn more today about a plane crash at Mid Valley Airport that left a Brownsville minister dead.

WIN TICKETS: LMFAO at South Padre Island - McAllen Monitor

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:36:00 GMT

From the editor: Many of you have expressed concerns about some of the harsh anonymous comments from readers. To remedy that, we are introducing new features. You can create your own blog, publish your news and share your photos with the community ...

Driver Posts Bond After South Padre Island Accident

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 02:46:20 GMT

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND a ' The man who police say was behind the wheel of a truck that crashed through a fence at some South Padre Island condominiums is out on bond.

ESPN.com: - ESPN.com

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:55:00 GMT

Kentucky gets the nod for having the best recruiting class from the late-signing period and as well as the one with the most NBA-level talent. Cincinnati grabbed the headlines for taking Lance Stephenson, the last big name , and possibly one of the ...

Deadly Landing

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:33:20 GMT

A Brownsville man was killed and another injured Friday when their single-engine Beechcraft Bonanza aircraft crashed on approach to Weslaco/Mid-Valley Airport.

Favorite tourist spots

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:00:00 GMT

How Texas travelers rank the state's top tourist attractions: 1. The Alamo 2. Galveston Island 3. San Antonio River Walk 4. San Marcos Outlet Mall 5. State Capitol 6. South Padre Island 7. Cabela's 8. Six Flags Over Texas 9. Sea World of Texas 10.

Moss taps Dickerson to fill out staff - Star News Online

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:19:00 GMT

Henry Dickerson has played in the NBA and coached in the Sweet 16. Now he simply wants to help UNC-Wilmington win. Because of that experience and loyalty, UNCW coach Benny Moss hired Dickerson on Wednesday as his top assistant. Dickerson, 57, spent ...

Garden calendar: 07.04.09

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:05:59 GMT

To keep squirrels from robbing your bird feeder, cayenne powder mixed with petroleum jelly smeared on the feeder poles will keep them away.

Fort De Soto Park needs volunteers to maintain park, campground - St. Petersburg Times

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:55:00 GMT

Two years ago, Fort De Soto Park had 65 employees. Last year there were 34. Budget cuts could trim another 10. If you have time to volunteer, that?s where you come in. TIERRA VERDE ? Each day workers clean 6 miles of beach, 25 restroom facilities ...

South Padre remains popular July Fourth destination

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:35:03 GMT

The Fourth of July weekend might not be South Padre Island's busiest one on record, but that doesn't mean business is bad.

Kirk Watson raised money AT Perry?s, not WITH Gov. Perry - Austin American-Statesman

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:58:00 GMT

An array of state officials, including Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and House Speaker Joe Straus, were squeezing in political fund-raisers this week in advance of the special legislative session starting Wednesday. Among them: State Sen. Kirk Watson, D ...

Man drives through construction zone injuring woman and three kids

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:39:59 GMT

A 25-year-old man drove through a construction zone and a condominium complex's fence Thursday night, injuring a woman and three young children, before his car stopped just short of plunging into a swimming pool, authorities said.

Nadadores in two swim meets - Boerne Star

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:34:00 GMT

Boerne swimmers on the AAAA-SA Nadadores team have been busy the past two weekends. From June 12-15, the swim team participated in the McAllen Unclassified at the Mission High School Swimming Pool; however, the team only participated in Saturday?s ...