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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thomas J. Donohue, CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement in response to news that the administration and House Democrats have reached a handshake deal on the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): “The U.S. Chamber welcomes the news that the Trump Administration and House Democrats have reached agreement on a path forward for USMCA. We […]

Waterfront property sold to patten companies in Florida By ANGIE GAMEZ Special to the PRESS A Port Isabel waterfront property, with deep-water boat slips on the Laguna Madre bay, has new owners. Patten Companies closed on the 18-acre, 42 lot property located at 245 Port Road in Port Isabel this week. Buyers are Mike Patten, […]

Come visit our Holiday Sandcastle Village filled with unique Holiday Sand Sculptures built by incredibly talented sand artists. From a Sand Snowman to Sand-ta, and much more, this exhibit will include a lighted musical performance. The Holiday Sandcastle Village will be open to the public from Nov. 25 through Jan. 13, 2020 near Louie’s Backyard […]

In April, J. Bruce Bugg Jr. gaveled in the state’s transportation commission with a wide smile. “I can’t tell you how delighted I am,” Bugg said at the April meeting in Austin. Bugg chairs the Texas Transportation Commission, but on that day he ceded the floor to state Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa instead. It was a […]

DAY of the DEAD CELEBRATION Thursday, October 31 at 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Open House at the Treasures of the Gulf Museum Telling Our Stories: Original Play by Gloria Bates & Cast Showcase of Day of the Dead Altars & Artist Reception Day of the Dead with Arts & Crafts & Exhibits Goody Bags! MUSEUMS […]

November 2 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm The Port Isabel Shrimp Cook Off & Seafood Festival is set for Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 10am-4pm. Dozens of contestants and thousands of attendees will be treated to world famous shrimp recipes and a variety of family entertainment at the Port Isabel Shrimp Cook Off & Seafood Festival.The […]