A First in Modern Times: MAGNOLIA BEACH, Calhoun County, Texas – A conservation success hatched today on the shores of the Magnolia Beach in Calhoun County, Texas. A sea turtle nest containing approximately 45 hatching Kemp’s ridley eggs was discovered, and turtles successfully made their way to the water. “This has never happened in modern […]

Brutal Heat, Dryness and Rattlesnakes Greetings from the island everyone. I hope that all of you are doing well and enjoyed a safe and fun Fourth of July holiday weekend. As expected, the island saw an above normal amount of weekend islanders enjoying the beach and celebrating our independence. Well, a few weeks ago I […]

“Let Go and Let God” is one of Becky Gray’s favorite expressions, and it shows! Becky is one of Seadrift’s very active community members and she reflects her incredible heritage in all that she does. Her family on both of her parent’s sides were from hard-working German and Czech immigrants who farmed and earned every […]

It is finally time to kick off the fundraisers planned for the Port O’Connor Community Center Facelift. Thursday, August 25, at 6:00 pm, we will be hosting Taco Thursday at the community center. This event will introduce everyone to the plans proposed for the buildings. Enjoy free tacos and all the trimmings, plus delicious desserts! […]

Port O’Connor, Texas – July 2, 2022 – Studio 14 Art Exhibit and Sale – The Dawn Ragusin Collection The Port O’Connor Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for local artist and owner, Dawn Ragusin, at her art studio. Dawn has been quietly creating many of her inspirational Texas Coastal art pieces from […]