Jul 09 2012
By COLE AVERY Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS Officials from the parks and constable offices vowed to make changes in the way they approach littering on county beaches in the form of more trash barrels, more code enforcers and stricter punishments. Parks Director Javier Mendez, Precinct One Constable Horacio Zamora and Justice of the Peace Bennie …
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Jul 09 2012
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality published projected effects if the 2012 State Water Plan is not implemented. The largest projected increases in water demand will be in municipal use, according to the study, and the projected loss of income will be $116 billion by the year 2060. …
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Jul 09 2012
By MARTHA McCLAIN Special to the PRESS Laguna Vista leaders will convene in regular session Tuesday on a variety of topics, including consulting with their attorney on issues relating to the municipal judge position. Scheduled at City Hall, 122 Fernandez St., the meeting opens at 6 p.m. Seating is limited in order to comply with …
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Jul 09 2012
By COLE AVERY Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The Laguna Madre Humane Society is holding its second “Meows, Mutts and Margaritas” fundraiser. The mixer will feature hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants and margaritas. The locally famous band Pelican West will perform. Door prizes, raffle prizes and a live auction are planned. The fundraiser will take place …
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Jul 09 2012
By COLE AVERY Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS Laguna Vista local James Taylor received the prestigious Eagle Scout badge, the highest honor given by the Boy Scouts of America. Family and friends filled the Los Fresnos community center Sunday afternoon to see Taylor receive his badge. Port Isabel Mayor Joe Vega also awarded Taylor with a …
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Jul 05 2012
Dear Readers, Fourth of July fun continues this week with more events slated in observance of the nation’s independence. In fact, the IndepenDANCE pool party is slated this Saturday. Also, after having to cancel Saturday’s ResacaFest due to inclement weather conditions, the event that celebrates the “spirit of America” has been rescheduled to July 14. …
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Jul 05 2012
By RAY QUIROGA South Padre Parade rayq@portisabelsouthpadre.com Like many people her age, Linda Marin is never far from her mobile phone. As the device’s batteries wane, there’s a slight sense of panic in her voice. “I need my phone,” she says as her eyes grow wide. Luckily, there was a charger for another phone in …
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Jul 05 2012
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The 12 U Lady Tarpons along with VFW post 8791 collected money for local disabled veterans outside of Walmart on Wednesday. Irene Camacho, Post Commander, said they exchanged red poppies for contributions to assist veterans. She said hospitalized veterans who make the flowers are able to earn a …
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Jul 05 2012
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The unveiling Purple Heart Memorial Trail sign was Tuesday, July 3 at the 400 block of Padre Boulevard. South Padre Island Mayor Robert N. Pinkerton Jr. unveiled the sign, which extends the Purple Heart Trail to the City of South Padre Island. In a legislative session, a bill …
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Jul 05 2012
Special to the PRESS The 31st Annual South Padre Island Chamber of Commerce Ladies Kingfish Tournament will be held August 10-12, and the committee is expecting a record number of anglers to sign up for this year’s tournament. The tournament is divided into two divisions, Bay and Offshore. Anglers fishing in the Bay Division will …
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