Since February marks the 16th anniversary of the establishment of this publication, we would like to take up a little space here to say “Happy Birthday” to the Dolphin and to thank our readers for your continued support.

In 1996, four ladies met to plan the first issue of Dolphin Talk Port O’Connor News. The meeting was led by Margaret Jennings, who presented her hand-written goal, plan and policy for this publication. The goal was: “To furnish a medium of communication among citizens of the community and a source of information to our many visitors who are so important to all of us.”

Throughout the years we have kept this goal at the forefront, but have expanded the “community” from the confines of Port O’Connor, to include neighboring Seadrift and most of Calhoun County. And, as space permits, we include activities and events that may be of interest to our community, although not in our immediate area.

The original “policy” was to run brief editorial/feature stories concerning local issues. We have expanded on that as well, as we have been fortunate to have attracted several feature writers and have also given space to those who have opinions to share on important issues that are not strictly local.

The “plan” as laid out by Mrs. Jennings, has been strictly followed: : “The News will be distributed free; the cost of publication will be covered by advertising; publication will be twice a month.” We are most appreciative of our advertisers who make this publication possible and if you enjoy the paper, we encourage you to trade with them and tell them you saw their ad in Dolphin Talk.

You are encouraged to share your club and church news with us, as well as special family events, such as births, graduations, reunions, and honors. We do not charge for printing any of these, including obituaries.

As we begin our 17th year, I would like to thank all who have contributed throughout the years and all who are now contributing to making this publication informative, educational, and inspirational to our “community” and our visitors as well.

And most importantly: Thank you for reading Dolphin Talk!

Joyce Rhyne, Editor