First Responders, Texas Strong; one photographer's gift
Bryan Anderson Photography wanted to say thank you in a big way, Texas style, to our first responders. Anderson is providing free photos to Texas law enforcement, medical and fire departments on the front line protecting communities during the pandemic.
Child's body found during search for missing 10-year-old swimmer near Crystal Beach
The search for a 10-year-old boy who went missing while swimming near Crystal Beach, Texas, has been called off after a body matching the boy's description was found Saturday afternoon.
First Responders, Texas Strong
Bryan Anderson Photography wanted to say thank you in a big way, Texas style, to our first responders. Anderson is providing free photos to Texas law enforcement, medical and fire departments on the front line protecting communities during the pandemic.
Sheriff's office: Galveston Co. deputy shot armed subject who charged at him
When the Galveston County deputy pulled into the parking lot to investigate a call about a suspicious person, the sheriff's office says an individual exited the store brandishing a handgun and charged the deputy.
Wedding Shower on Wheels
Gunnar Hollier and Amber Dagenhart had to cancel all events leading up to and including their wedding day. To cheer up the couple, friends and family surprised them with a drive-up wedding shower, complete with gifts and dessert! Gunnar and Amber will still have their wedding in June, but it will be outside under a beautiful oak tree on parents Joe and Jennifer Hollier's property.
ADOPT A CLASS OF 2020 GRADUATE
Opportunities are showing up everywhere to make 2020 graduates feel special and recognized after missing out on so many senior year events. Here is a look at one special Facebook group in Galveston County.
Webster Eagle returned to nest
A young eagle is returned to the nest after two weeks of rehabilitation with The Wildlife Center of Houston.
ADOPT A 2020 SENIOR
Jessica Ruiz of Galveston started a rapidly expanding Facebook page to help high school graduated in her community feel special!
Quarantine Baseball Challenge
Mainland Militia baseball players take on the viral Quarantine Baseball Challenge. Watch the full video here - https://www.facebook.com/2141332676097774/posts/2638761839688186
Harris County mask mandate met with mixed reaction
“We want to make clear that this is not a recommendation. It’s a requirement, and so that’s why we had to make it enforceable by adding a fine,” said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Galveston woman creates "Adopt a Class of 2020 Senior" program to help graduates feel special
Pair up with a local high school senior, and help make their graduation experience a little bit brighter.
Adopt a 2020 Senior
Pair up with a local high school senior, and help make their graduation experience a little bit brighter.
EXCLUSIVE: Texas City nursing home resident taking experimental COVID-19 treatment speaks
A Texas City senior living facility announced 83 residents and employees tested positive for COVID-19. We spoke with one of the residents who tested positive.
Galveston County orders closing of beaches in unincorporated areas
The order takes effect at 12:01 a.m. on April 10, 2020 and remains in effect through April 17, 2020 and will be re-evaluated on a weekly basis.
COVID-19 hitting greater Houston area nursing homes hard
LaPorte Health Care is one of the most recent facilities to have confirmed COVID-19 cases. Harris County Public Health confirmed it but did not release any numbers.
Galveston County reports first COVID-19 related death
The resident was a female in the 81-90 age range who had pre-existing medical conditions. She passed away on Saturday night.
Surprise parade held for seniors in Channelview
For some residents, it was a chance to see family members and an afternoon filled with smiles and tears.
83 residents, employees of Texas City senior living facility test positive for coronavirus
A day after 13 people tested positive for COVID-19 at a Texas City senior living facility, at least 70 more test positive.
Surprise parade held for seniors in Channelview
Seniors in Channelview were cheered up by passing crowds in a time of isolation.
Galveston County Fair helps kids sell their animals
It's been a tough time for those showing animals. Thankfully, there's a solution.