Discovery Sands
Galveston City Council approved the Discovery Sands PUD request 4–3. This pre-vote analysis preserves the tradeoffs that shaped the decision; final enacted conditions remain pending the official City record.
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The Legacy of Craig Brown
Archive note (updated July 12, 2026): This final interview was conducted on Craig Brown's last day in office. References to Mayor Brown below preserve the interview-time context. “He never once gave…
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10 People Quietly Shaping Galveston's Future
Local leaders shaping Galveston Texas 10 People Quietly Shaping Galveston’s Future Archive note (updated July 12, 2026): This list is a December 2025 snapshot. Craig Brown was serving as mayor and John…
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Sade Storthz: More Than a Crown
Sade Storthz represented Galveston at Miss Texas 2025 while advancing a message of inclusion, education and pride; this profile now records the pageant outcome.
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13th Annual Ohana Surf Dogs Competition
Surfing dogs compete at 28th Street and Seawall Boulevard on July 18, raising funds for the Galveston Island Humane Society; spectators attend free.
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