Special to the PRESS BROWNSVILLE—Laguna Madre districts have recently entrusted the office of Tony Yzaguirre, Jr. – Cameron County Tax Assessor-Collector to handle the assessment and collection of Ad Valorem taxes for the Point Isabel Independent School District, City of Port Isabel, City of South Padre Island, Town of Laguna Vista and the Laguna Madre …
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Aug 20 2012
7 arrested on fraud charges
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS Seven participants of the Ladies Kingfish Tournament have been accused of felony fraud, charges which stem from their participation in the competition. Five of the participants were arraigned Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Municipal Court in Port Isabel. The other two will be arraigned by Justice of …
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Aug 20 2012
Man accused of assault on beach
PRESS Staff Report A McAllen man was arrested Saturday for allegedly attempting to assault a teenage beachgoer at Isla Blanca Park. According to a press release issued by the Cameron Count Precinct 1 Constable’s office, deputies were dispatched to the park in reference to said crime. Upon arrival, deputies spoke with the victim, an 18-year-old …
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Aug 20 2012
SKIM JAM: SPI Skimboarding event held
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The SPI Skimboarding Skim Jam was held Saturday at Wanna Wanna Beach. Over 15 contestants competed for a grand prize in two divisions. Contestants were judged based on difficulty and skill in 15-minute heats. Event coordinator Garrett Forthuber said he was glad so many people turned out to …
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Aug 20 2012
Municipal court judge survives vote
By MARTHA McCLAIN Special to the PRESS The majority of Laguna Vista elected officials Tuesday reaffirmed their appointment of a long-time, local law enforcer to continue serving in the capacity as municipal court judge. “We think that he (Municipal Court Judge Roberto Rodriguez) is the best fit for Laguna Vista at this time,” said Mayor Susie …
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Aug 16 2012
Sea Turtle, Inc. has plenty to celebrate
PRESS Staff Report Sea Turtle Inc. has plenty to celebrate in 2012. Not only is it celebrating over three decades of service, with the nesting season drawing to a close, the organization has tallied a record number of hatchings, drawing attention from various media outlets along the way. But it’s not only the Ridleys that …
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Aug 16 2012
COOL FOR SCHOOL: PI-ISD dream job for new ‘super’
By COLE AVERY Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS Each day, Lisa Garcia reports to work at her dream job. The new superintendent of the Port Isabel Independent School District said she’s worked for years to become a superintendent, specifically of Port Isabel. “This is my last stop,” Garcia said. “I plan to retire here.” Garcia’s last …
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Aug 16 2012
Concern growing over red tide
By CRAIG ALANIZ Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS The confirmed red tide in Galveston raised concern for the Laguna Madre area this week. County Marine Extension Agent Tony Reisinger said the red tide will have no immediate effect on the Laguna Madre Area. He said it is hard to determine when red tide will bloom. Reisinger …
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Aug 16 2012
Lighthouse Cinema season draws to close
Special to the PRESS Season 8 of the Lighthouse Establishment Cinema concludes this Friday, Aug. 17, with the blockbuster super-hit “Captain America”. “Captain America” revolves around a brave, yet mild-mannered young soldier, Steve Rogers, who volunteers to undergo a series of experiments for a US Army super soldier program. The military succeeds in transforming him …
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Aug 16 2012
Surfriders to host ‘Movie & Washers Night’
Special to the PRESS The Surfrider Foundation South Texas Chapter is hosting its second Movie & Washers Night of the summer, this time featuring the surfing classic, “Five Summer Stories”. The event will take place at South Padre Island’s beautiful Casa Mariposa Guesthouse, located at 112 W.Corral, on Sunday, Aug. 19. The viewing will be …
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