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SPI Causeway has Re-opened
The South Padre Island Causeway re-opened at 7:25 AM today after Alex moved on across Mexico and weakened to a tropical storm. Hurricane Alex barely missed the Rio Grande Valley and moved on through Mexico as a tropical storm after making landfall on Wednesday as a Cat 2 hurricane. No injuries or major property damage … Continue reading
July 4th Fireworks on South Padre Island
South Padre Island, the “Official Fireworks Capital of Texas”, will have a Fourth of July like no other over the Laguna Madre Bay. Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, beginning around 9:15 pm, the fireworks will begin. Best viewing will be between Palm and Red Snapper Streets. The displays can be seen throughout the area. For more information call 956-761-6433 or … Continue reading
Media Hysteria, False Reporting – No Oil on Texas Coasts
Media hysteria, poor reporting turn federal clerical error into lead story. AUSTIN – Reports of birds washing up on Texas shores covered in sludge from the Deepwater Horizon spill are false, Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson said today. “No birds – or any other wildlife – on the Texas coast has been affected by the … Continue reading
Harlingen 2010 Summer Fun and Activities
The summer season is rapidly approaching and children and parents are getting ready for fun in the sun. The Harlingen Parks & Recreation Department has a variety of fun and educational programs for the whole family to enjoy. The Aquatic Centers are scheduled to open Memorial Day Weekend from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and … Continue reading
Tripadvisor Lists South Padre Island in Top Ten Hot Rental Spots
South Padre Island was ranked number five in the new TripAdvisor listing of the top vacation rental hot spots for 2010, based on TripAdvisor shopping data and site editors. According to their release, TripAdvisor says their top 10 “offer easy access to wonderful attractions and provide plentiful vacation rental options for travelers looking to save money … Continue reading
