Apr 05 2012
Sweet Ink!
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Apr 05 2012
More arrests made in stabbing
Special to the PRESS Nine additional suspects have been arrested in conjunction with the stabbing incident on March 17 that sent Derek J. Madrigal to Valley Baptist Hospital for injuries that he sustained. The arrests took place on April 4 in the early morning hours, when the South Padre Island Police Department with the assistance …
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Apr 05 2012
Semana Santa: IM Fest on tap, Gloria Trevi in concert
PRESS Staff Report There’s much in store for those taking part in Semana Santa festivities this week, including performances from acclaimed bands and musical artists of mainstream appeal as well as community events – all in the South Padre Island and Port Isabel area. First, the International Music Festival at South Padre Island has been …
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Apr 05 2012
Over 20 apply for PIISD superintendent
By THERESA VASQUEZ Special to the PRESS The Point Isabel ISD held its first closed/executive session meeting to: “consider and discuss applicants for the position of superintendent,” on Monday April 2 in the Central Administration Board Room located at 101 Port Rd. “No action was taken” was announced as the board returned from executive session, …
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Apr 05 2012
High hopes surround Semana Santa
By THERESA VASQUEZ Special to the PRESS Semana Santa, or Holy Week, is a week-long homage of various religious holidays to include Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. And South Padre Island is a highly customary resort destination in which families travel to for a week of sun, sand, and relaxation. Local businesses are …
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Apr 05 2012
Leaders take closer look at seaweed policy
By RAY QUIROGA Port Isabel-South Padre PRESS rayq@portisabelsouthpadre.com Two topics involving the future care of South Padre Island beaches were discussed during a workshop and subsequent commission meeting here Wednesday. At the afternoon workshop, consultant Peter Ravella said there is no debate about it, the beaches are eroding and beach re-nourishment and maintenance strategies need …
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Apr 05 2012
Input sought on coastal, marine efforts
Special to the PRESS The Texas Sea Grant College Program is asking Texans to help it chart its course in the areas of coastal and marine research, outreach and education by participating in an online survey. As a “thank you,” five people who complete the survey will be chosen at random to win $100 gift …
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Apr 05 2012
Ex-Tarpon footballers will do it again
By LARRY GAGE Special to the PRESS If you’ve ever played high school football, it may have occurred to you from time to time to get together with your old teammates and give it one more try. A number of young men, who once suited up for Port Isabel High School, have decided to do …
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Apr 02 2012
Fundraiser benefits scouts
By THERESA VASQUEZ Special to the PRESS Dr. Uvaldo Cantu, an Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician and former President of the Rio Grande Council – Boy Scouts of America, in partnership with Mike Jones of Jones Liquor (800 E. Alton Gloor, Brownsville), hosted a sold-out dinner and wine tasting fundraiser to help the Rio Grande Council on Thursday, …
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Apr 02 2012
Holy Week services slated at OLSS
By MARTHA McCLAIN Special to the PRESS As Catholics in the Laguna Madre area completed a celebration of Palm Sunday, plans were announced for Holy Week activities at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in Port Isabel. Holy Week is considered the most sacred of all times in the Catholic Church. Holy Thursday, April …
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