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July 19, 2008
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What Everyone Ought to Know About the Bolivar Peninsula Tuesday, January 22, 2008
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The year 2007 was a great year for the Bolivar Peninsula. Real Estate Sales Increased 47% and with what's happening all around us, 2008 is sure to be even better. Read More..
Crystal Beach Insurance Grand Opening Thursday, January 17, 2008
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Everyone's invited to attend the grand opening celebration for Crystal Beach Insurance at their brand new location, 1293 Hwy 87, Caplen, Tx 77617, on Feb 21st from 4 - 6 pm. Read More..
The Galveston ISD Education Foundation awarded $17,000 in grants Friday, January 11, 2008
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The grants were rewarded to seven teachers from six schools. Thanks for your hard work! Bolivar is proud of our Teachers! Read More..
112 reasons to live in Galveston County Monday, January 07, 2008
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People from around the world have chosen to make Galveston County home. Here are 112 reasons why.. Read More..
Bolivar Peninsula Beach Paid Parking Success Tuesday, January 01, 2008
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County officials say the first year of a paid-parking program on Bolivar Peninsula beaches was a big success netting $158,000 to be used to better the beach. Purchase 2008 stickers now and save.
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State Says No To Bridge Plans : Good For The Bolivar Peninsula Sunday, December 30, 2007
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The Texas Department of Transportation has finally made a decision to throw out any plans it had to build the longed awaited bridge. Read More..
Port Arthur Groundbreaking for 7 billion refinery expansion Friday, December 21, 2007
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This refinery expansion is the largest capital project ever in Texas. The project will create 4,500 construction jobs and 300 permanent jobs, for which Motiva has already begun hiring. Read More..
Why Buying Now Can Be a Smart Move Saturday, December 15, 2007
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Although much of the housing market is in a slump, this is still a good time for most to buy a home. Especially in an appreciating and growing - always desirable - oceanfront market like the Bolivar Peninsula. Read More..
Bolivar Peninsula Crystaland Christmas 2007 Tuesday, December 11, 2007
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Even Santa could appreciate the beautiful, warm weather for the the Bolivar Peninsula Christmas at the beach parade. Read More..
Above Sealevel Open House Celebration Thursday, November 29, 2007
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Above Sealevel will be hosting an open house event on Saturday, December 8, 2007 from 2 pm to 5 pm. Read More..
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KHOU New police chief has plans for change in Galveston
7/19/2008 2:00:02 AM It’s not the first time Charles Wiley has taken over a police department distrusted by some and rocked by scandals.
KHOU New focus on girl's abduction, brutal rape
7/19/2008 2:00:02 AM On the night of Aug. 10, 1990, Jennifer Schuett was grabbed from her bedroom, raped and then left for dead.
Galveston Man gets life in prison for game-room murder
7/18/2008 11:33:25 PM LA MARQUE — A 19-year-old La Marque man, found guilty of murdering a game-room manager in a botched robbery, will spend his life in prison.
Galveston Sterling to cut work force by up to 22 percent
7/18/2008 11:33:04 PM TEXAS CITY — Sterling Chemical this week said it would begin reducing its work force at its local plant by up to 22 percent.
Governor Gov. Perry Appoints Wood to Texas Public Finance Authority
7/18/2008 7:08:11 PM AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Gary Eugene Wood of Austin to the Texas Public Finance Authority for a term to expire Feb. 1, 2009. The authority issues and sells bonds for designated state agencies to finance the acquisition or construction...
TGC Why the Texas Coast real estate market is so hot
7/15/2008 3:01:00 AM Baby Boomers, like birds are flocking to the Texas coast and for good reason, Texas is the most affordable – high growth state in the nation. And the lone star’s future looks even brighter with billions in major new capital investments coming to the state.
TGC Wind Power Plan Could Solve Oil Crisis
7/14/2008 12:26:00 AM Texas Oil billionaire plans to build wind generation facilities and reduce one-third of our foreign oil imports. This and more makes now a great time to invest on the Texas coast.
AD Auction Palms at Cove View Galveston Condos
7/7/2008 1:46:00 PM Auction for Palms at Cove View Galveston Island Condominiums. 193 Units with 30 units absoulute no reserve. Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at the Hobby Airport Hilton.
TGC New Beach Construction and Dune Protection Permit Rules
6/29/2008 9:50:00 AM The Texas General Land Office (GLO) has proposed new rules for Beach Construction Certificate and Dune Protection Permit Rules
AD Galveston County Property Taxes
6/10/2008 4:32:00 PM How to deal with the necessary evil of property taxes in Galveston County Texas: A how to research property taxes guide.
TGC Texas Property Taxes in a Nutshell
6/10/2008 9:19:00 AM Nutshell (define): A simple explanation of a confusing system or problem.
TGC Web site has new algorithms to determine if a home is priced right
6/6/2008 12:20:00 AM UShousingmeltdown.org has a home price reality check, which tracks the relationship of home prices to income by zip code.
AD New Galveston Beach Ramp at 57th Street
6/4/2008 11:33:00 AM The Texas General Land Office announced plans to build the $400,000 ramp that  will make the beach accessible to people with disabilities
TGC How Buyers, Sellers and Developers Are Reacting to Today’s Market
5/23/2008 10:21:00 AM Important Advice for Buyers, Sellers, and Developers Based on our Research of the Texas Coast Real Estate Market
AD Galveston's East Beach Sandcastle Competition
5/22/2008 2:30:00 PM Sandcastle Competition in shade of Palisade Palms on East Beach expects large Crowds of Competitors and spectators alike. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.
TGC 2008 Real Estate Center Market Reports Available Online
5/9/2008 4:03:00 PM The reports cover real estate related census data, employment, major industries, business climate, education, transportation, infrastructure issues and growth patterns
AD New Galveston Development Scheme May Halt Progress
5/6/2008 7:32:00 AM Galveston development rules highlight never-ending battle between landowners, developers, residents and city government over height restrictions on condo’s, office towers and the like.
CT See New Docks and Harbor Cottage Constructions
5/2/2008 10:39:00 PM The New Laguna Harbor Boat Docks are completed and Three New Harbor Cottages are under construction
TGC Highlights of Texas' 1st Second-Home Expo with Buyer Advice
4/30/2008 10:08:00 PM Developers make big splash at the Houston Woodlands Marriott Expo as they tout amazing new Real Estate Products on the Texas Gulf Coast from Galveston to Mustang Island to South Padre Island.
AD Palisade Palms and the Sapphire Towers Shine as High Rise Projects Along Gulf Coast Outperform the Market
4/24/2008 9:26:00 PM The Development firm Falcon Group says it plans to add a twin-peaked, 300-unit tower to the Palisade Palms project that already boasts Galveston’s tallest building. Sapphire Towers, the tallest on South Padre Island has similar plans.
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