Marie Hemphill can tell you a story or two about her busy life and her travels around the world. During her 93 years she has had a variety of careers and lived in lots of interesting places. She was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Henry Johns, a retired steamboat captain, and Della Selman Johns. […]

There’s good news for those who use the harbor and for all “city-proud” citizens! Seadrift Harbor is currently having debris removed from its waters. And it’s all because of a FEMA grant, help from Urban Engineers, and the staking and mapping done by Councilman Kenneth Reese and our previous Harbor Master Ricky Carter who retired […]

We are extremely excited to announce that the Playground has become a reality!!! The Port O’Connor Chamber of Commerce has been working very hard, and we have secured grant funding to reach our goal! A huge thank you to the Earl C, Sams Foundation; our committee chairs, Dawn Ragusin, Darla Parker and Mike Overton; alongside […]

Riding Out The Island Storm Greetings from the island everyone. I hope that all of you are doing well and coping with this typical south Texas August heat we have been having. As has been the case since last month, I continue to do my outside chores and projects during the early morning and late […]

WOW, we have really had some Hot Days! This means that King Fisher Park & Beach has had many visitors. What with all the issues, our Chamber has had many calls asking if our beach and launching ramps are open, as many around our area has been closed. I hope all have at least driven […]