Events
Edouard Weakens but Flooding Risk Persists Along Texas Coast
The tropical system has lost strength after landfall, but heavy rainfall continues to threaten coastal communities with flash flooding and power outages.
Travel
Houston Radio Station Offers Florida Beach Getaway for Teachers
Sunny 99.1 launches contest giving educators a chance to win a Florida vacation, spotlighting teacher appreciation through Gulf Coast travel opportunities.
Food
McDonald’s Texas Meal Brings Limited-Edition Collectibles to Gulf Coast
Fast-food chain launches state-themed menu with seven regional collectible cups starting September 1, including Coastal Bend representation alongside barbecue and queso offerings.
Wildlife
Microplastics Found Stressing Gulf Coast Oysters in New Study
Research reveals microplastic particles may be causing physiological stress in oyster populations along the Texas coast, raising concerns about seafood safety and ecosystem health.
Beaches
Three Texas Barrier Island Parks Named Among America’s Best Coastal Destinations
Mustang Island, Padre Island National Seashore, and Goose Island State Park earn recognition for pristine beaches, exceptional birding, and year-round access to Gulf waters.
Travel
South Texas Farmland Faces $1.2 Billion Refinery Development
A massive industrial project transforms agricultural land in South Texas, raising questions about environmental impact, water use, and coastal development priorities in a region known for fishing and beaches.
Travel
State Halts Lake Corpus Christi Water Release in Emergency Order
Texas regulators issued an emergency order stopping water releases from Lake Corpus Christi, affecting downstream users and highlighting ongoing tensions over Nueces River water rights.
Travel
Hurricane Forecasting Leaps Forward Nine Years After Harvey
Since Hurricane Harvey devastated the Texas coast in 2017, meteorologists have cut forecast errors by up to 30% through better technology and modeling, offering coastal communities crucial extra hours.
Beaches
Smart Beach Packing for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Streamline your family beach trips with a strategic approach that keeps essentials accessible without turning your vehicle into a storage unit.
Events
Fatal Incident in Corpus Christi Raises Concerns for Coastal Residents
A domestic violence situation ended tragically when a suspect died after allegedly stabbing his mother, prompting local authorities to review safety protocols in the area.
Travel
Corpus Christi Unveils $250M Infrastructure Plan for 2027
The coastal city finalizes a major streets and stormwater budget, prioritizing flood prevention and road repairs critical to barrier island access and hurricane preparedness.
Beaches
Handmade Metal ‘Coins’ Washing Up on Texas Beaches Puzzle Beachcombers
Unusual handcrafted tokens resembling coins are appearing along the Texas coast, sparking curiosity among beachgoers and raising questions about their origin and purpose.