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Reward issued for murder suspect
Jacobo Hernandez Hernandez By CATHERINE DONNELLY Special to the PRESS Cameron County Sheriff Eric Garza is calling attention to a reward being offered for information leading to the arrest of murder...
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El Paseo offers Action 101
Embark on a creative journey with El Paseo Arts and their transformative workshop, “ACTING 101.” Guided by the experienced Melinette Pallares, Owner of G+T Artists, this comprehensive 6-week program...
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Five contenders apply for SPI council seat
Special to the PRESS In response to the recently vacated Place 5 on the South Padre Island City Council, five candidates have submitted applications as of December 27. The vacancy arose following the...
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Chilitto Pikin finds home in PI
(Courtesy photo) By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Newly located in the heart of Port Isabel, Chilitto Pikin is a culinary gem that beckons locals and visitors with its delectable...
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City council approves budget items
By CATHERINE DONNELLY Special to the PRESS In the last meeting of the year, the Port Isabel City Council called a special meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 18, to take care of routine funding...
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Troncoso selected LMWD Employee of the Month
Laguna Madre Water District is pleased to announce that Raul “Jerry” Troncoso has been selected as LMWD’s Employee of the Month. The Laguna Madre Water District reviewed nominations in continuing with...
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Rising athletic star shines
By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com The Texas Amateur Athletic Federation recognizes Elle Wall of Port Isabel as the Female Athlete of the Year, adding to the growing list of accolades for...
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Pyrotechnics fulfills Stapleton
By CATHERINE DONNELLY Special to the PRESS Ginny Stapleton looked up at a spectacular fireworks display about 12 years ago and thought she’d like to do that as a hobby. In her lifetime, she has taught...
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Nature center granted $10K
(Courtesy photo) The South Padre Island Birding Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary (SPIBNCAS) announced last week a new grant award of $10,000 from H-E-B Our Texas Our Future to create interactive...
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Yzaguirre announces reelection bid
Yzaguirre Cameron County Tax Assessor-Collector Antonio “Tony” Yzaguirre Jr. recently announced his reelection bid at the Oak Hill Event Center in San Benito. San Benito was selected as the site to...
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Anglers support Red Snapper conservation
(Courtesy photo/Patrick Murphy) By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Texas Parks and Wildlife temporarily closed the Red Snapper Season on November 20 to preserve a healthy fish population....
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Blood donations needed in area communities
By CATHERINE DONNELLY Special to the PRESS The turning of the calendar means a fresh start for so many. It’s also a reminder that January is National Blood Donation Month, and the act of donating...
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Candidates line up for SPI Place 5
By CATHERINE DONNELLY Special to the PRESS The sudden death of Eva Jean Dalton last month left an unexpected vacancy on the South Padre Island (SPI) City Council for Place 5, necessitating a special...
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El Papas – family-owned, unassumingly special
(Courtesy photo) By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com Situated on Garcia Street in Port Isabel, EL Papas is an authentic Tex-Mex and American eatery offering delightful breakfast and lunch...
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Lady Tarpons fall to Lady Bearkats, 34-24
(Courtesy photo) By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This Tuesday, January 2, the Port Isabel Lady Tarpons took on the Raymondville Lady Bearkats in a home district game. It was a rough...
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Tarpons undefeated in holiday tournament
(Courtesy photo) CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This past Wednesday, December 27-28, the Port Isabel Tarpons were on the road this Christmas break to compete in the Falfurrias Holiday...
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Tarpons sink Pirates, 49-38
(Press photo/Constancio Martinez Jr.) By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This Tuesday, January 9, the (16-6) Port Isabel Tarpons hosted the (9-12) Hidalgo Pirates in a district showdown....
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Tarpons secure trophy at SM tourney
(Courtesy photo/PIECHS) By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This past Thursday, January 4, the Port Isabel Tarpons boys’ soccer team competed in the Santa Maria Cougars soccer tournament....
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SPI continues successful dune restoration
(Courtesy photo) By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com In response to the persistence of high tides, possible storm surges, and large waves, South Padre Island has steadfastly committed to...
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Nonprofit champions waterway cleanup initiative
(Courtesy photo/Richard G. Hitchcox) By LAURIE COKER editor@portisabelsouthpadre.com RGV Fishing Area and Waterway Cleanups, a Texas Domestic Nonprofit Corporation founded in 2018, marked its fifth...
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