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LIST: High-water locations reported in League City, Dickinson as much of SE Houston under flood warning
Read full article: LIST: High-water locations reported in League City, Dickinson as much of SE Houston under flood warningAs much of SE Houston remains under flash flooding, many surrounding areas are reporting high-water roadways for drivers to avoid. Turn around. Don't drown.
FOUND: Missing Galveston Co. teenager returns home safely
Read full article: FOUND: Missing Galveston Co. teenager returns home safelyA Galveston County teenager who vanished from her own home in the middle of the night last week has been found and returned home safely, Galveston County Sheriff Henry Trochesset tells KPRC 2.
Galveston County teenager hasn’t been seen for a week after vanishing from home
Read full article: Galveston County teenager hasn’t been seen for a week after vanishing from homeA Galveston County teenager who vanished from her own home in the middle of the night last week has not been seen or heard from since.
From their headquarters in Dickinson to the world, Texas EquuSearch brings closure for grieving families
Read full article: From their headquarters in Dickinson to the world, Texas EquuSearch brings closure for grieving familiesIt is the afternoon at Texas EquuSearch headquarters in Dickinson, Texas. Volunteers gather after a morning doing what they do best. “Today, we literally just got off of a search with Galveston County Sheriff’s Department in an apparent homicide case," said Texas EquuSearch Founder & CEO Tim Miller. Founded in August 2000, for almost as long, Texas Equusearch has been helping reunite families with missing loved ones. Miller knows what families are going through. His daughter Laura went missing in 1984 and it was 17 months before police accidently found her body.
Dickinson mayor fires back at allegations of illegal secrecy and other violations presented in amended lawsuit
Read full article: Dickinson mayor fires back at allegations of illegal secrecy and other violations presented in amended lawsuitThe Mayor of Dickinson is responding to allegations of illegally withholding public information affecting taxpayers.
Amended lawsuit against City of Dickinson claiming illegal secrecy now points finger at Economic Development Corporation
Read full article: Amended lawsuit against City of Dickinson claiming illegal secrecy now points finger at Economic Development CorporationThe claims date back years, accusing government officials of not being transparent about information that citizens have the right to know, including land deals and official recordings.
Hilarious holiday photo captures Houston’s collective hatred of this gloomy, grey weather
Read full article: Hilarious holiday photo captures Houston’s collective hatred of this gloomy, grey weatherA few of Houston’s inanimate objects have hilariously conveyed the city’s collective distaste for this seemingly unending onslaught of rain.
‘Just overwhelming’: Entire Galveston County mobile home community evicted
Read full article: ‘Just overwhelming’: Entire Galveston County mobile home community evictedIn what locals call Dickinson, but what is actually an area of Galveston County under Texas City jurisdiction, dozens of families are being forced out of their homes.
‘This guy was dangerous’: Dickinson man sentenced for fatally shooting man in Webster
Read full article: ‘This guy was dangerous’: Dickinson man sentenced for fatally shooting man in WebsterThe Harris County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday a Dickinson man who shot and killed another man behind a Webster gas station in 2021 has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Dickinson family says they’re traumatized after pit bulls maul their Yorkie; officials decline to act
Read full article: Dickinson family says they’re traumatized after pit bulls maul their Yorkie; officials decline to actA Dickinson woman said she is haunted by images of her Yorkshire Terrier being ripped apart by two pit bulls right in front of her.
Vintage car repairman accused of ripping off customers arrested as Galveston County deputies search storage unit
Read full article: Vintage car repairman accused of ripping off customers arrested as Galveston County deputies search storage unitA vintage car repairman is behind bars in Galveston County after the Auto Crimes Task Force served a search warrant at a storage unit facility off FM 3436 in Dickinson.
‘It’s all gone’: Owners of Dickinson’s oldest home speak about their monumental loss
Read full article: ‘It’s all gone’: Owners of Dickinson’s oldest home speak about their monumental lossClark and Cora Wright own the sprawling Queen Victorian home that overlooks Dickinson Bayou. Cora’s great, great grandfather was the original owner, Ebenezer Nichols who originally built it as a summer house. It held such a special place in her heart.
Fire, possibly caused by lightning, injures 2 firefighters, destroys historic home in Dickinson
Read full article: Fire, possibly caused by lightning, injures 2 firefighters, destroys historic home in DickinsonAt least two firefighters were injured and hospitalized while battling a house fire in Dickinson during Tuesday’s storms.
Dickinson apartments still without hot water ahead of freeze
Read full article: Dickinson apartments still without hot water ahead of freezeTenants at Creekside Apartments on Deats Road have been without hot water for several weeks due to a broken boiler. The building standards committee was scheduled to hear from the building inspector Wednesday night to discuss next steps and the abatement plan.
Residents to receive emergency order to vacate apartments in Dickinson due to lack of hot water
Read full article: Residents to receive emergency order to vacate apartments in Dickinson due to lack of hot waterResidents living at a Dickinson apartment complex learned of an emergency order to vacate due to lack of hot water, which is creating an unsafe environment, the notice letter read.
No hot water for weeks: Residents at Dickinson apartment complex complain of living in dangerous, unhealthy conditions
Read full article: No hot water for weeks: Residents at Dickinson apartment complex complain of living in dangerous, unhealthy conditionsTenants at a Dickinson apartment complex complain they’ve been living without hot water for weeks. Residents at Creekside Apartments said they have running water, but it’s been cold for more than two weeks.
Man who stole panties from children he babysat sentenced to 14 years in prison for child porn, US Attorney says
Read full article: Man who stole panties from children he babysat sentenced to 14 years in prison for child porn, US Attorney saysA 28-year-old man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for receipt and possession of child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.
4 people injured, 1 critical, in crash believed to be caused by drunk driver, police say
Read full article: 4 people injured, 1 critical, in crash believed to be caused by drunk driver, police sayAuthorities are investigating a crash that injured four people in Dickinson Friday, and they suspect a drunk driver is to blame.
Man charged after fatally shooting his father during fight in Galveston County, deputies say
Read full article: Man charged after fatally shooting his father during fight in Galveston County, deputies sayA man has been charged and arrested after deputies say he shot and killed his father during a fight in Dickinson.
Red, White & Bayou Texas Music Festival
Read full article: Red, White & Bayou Texas Music Festival‘Red, White & Bayou Texas Music Festival & Tailgate’ returns to Dickinson. It’s on Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 3 and 4, after a five-year break following Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, we’ll have a live performance in studio.
Meet the Chainsaw Chick Della Meredith, carving one-of-a-kind wooden masterpieces with a chainsaw
Read full article: Meet the Chainsaw Chick Della Meredith, carving one-of-a-kind wooden masterpieces with a chainsawForget the paint brushes...Della Meredith opts for a chainsaw to create unique art pieces!
Major traffic alert: Gulf Freeway near Dickinson undergoing temporary construction closures
Read full article: Major traffic alert: Gulf Freeway near Dickinson undergoing temporary construction closuresDrivers traveling on I-45 through League City, Dickinson, and toward Galveston will have to take the feeder road south over the weekend while construction crews work the mainlanes of the highway.
Dickinson City Council member, outspoken critic of vaccines and masks, dies of COVID-19
Read full article: Dickinson City Council member, outspoken critic of vaccines and masks, dies of COVID-19First-term Dickinson council member and member of the State Republican Executive Committee H. Scott Apley died Wednesday of complications from COVID-19.
Galveston County Judge Mark Henry issues disaster declaration citing border crisis
Read full article: Galveston County Judge Mark Henry issues disaster declaration citing border crisisGalveston County Judge Mark Henry signed a disaster declaration Tuesday saying it was a direct result of the border crisis in Texas.
Residents in Dickinson apartment complex complain of raw sewage issues causing horrible odor
Read full article: Residents in Dickinson apartment complex complain of raw sewage issues causing horrible odorA double dose of raw sewage. On Wednesday, we told you about a smelly and unsanitary problem in Huffman.
Hop your way to these egg hunts around the Houston area this spring
Read full article: Hop your way to these egg hunts around the Houston area this springHOUSTON – The weather is getting nicer, which is perfect for Easter egg hunts! These are the events hosting Easter egg hunts in the next two weekends:7 Acre Wood Easter Egg FestWhere: 4401 Frazier St., ConroeWhen: Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m. -3 p.m. Bay Area Raceway Easter Egg HuntWhere: Bay Area Raceway, 3825 Gulf Freeway, DickinsonWhen: Saturday, April 3, 12 p.m. 🐰🐣 We're inviting all the kids for a FREE Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 3rd! Moms & Dads, bring... Posted by Bay Area Raceway on Sunday, March 14, 2021Know of any Easter egg hunts happening in the Houston-area?
VYPE 2021 Baseball Preview: Public School #14 Dickinson
Read full article: VYPE 2021 Baseball Preview: Public School #14 DickinsonIron sharpens iron at Dickinson. The basketball team reached state a year ago and the football team has some of the top talent in the nation. The Gators made school history in 2019 – the last season played – reaching the Regional Quarters and have their sights set on more. Korey Cooper (LSU-Eunice) plays third base but does his best work at the plate along with senior Daniel Bell. AdCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL MAGAZINECLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL PHOTOSCLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL DIGITAL MAGAZINE
VYPE 2021 Softball Preview: Public School #11 Dickinson
Read full article: VYPE 2021 Softball Preview: Public School #11 DickinsonDickinson is one of those teams that would have really liked to have 2020 continue. When everything stopped, the Gators were 20-2-1 and were rolling. Kayden Henry returns with a lethal bat, hitting .521 with six doubles, a team-leading 10 triples and 19 RBIs last year. Jerzie Pelham is also back after hitting .375 with 15 RBIs and four home runs, while Emily Garcia (San Jacinto) hit .354 with four doubles and four triples. In the circle, Kylie Lee will be looked to after going 5-0 with a 1.75 ERA and 35 strikeoutsCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL MAGAZINEAdCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE 2021 VYPE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL PHOTOSCLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL DIGITAL MAGAZINE
WATCH LIVE: Dickinson mayoral race will be decided by drawing names from hat
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Dickinson mayoral race will be decided by drawing names from hatDICKINSON, Texas – A mayoral race in Galveston County will be decided in an unusual, but not unprecedented, way. A recount Tuesday confirmed that each candidate received 1,010 votes of the 2,020 votes that were cast. In this case, the names of each candidate will be placed in a hat. The drawing will happen at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Dickinson City Council Chambers, where the mayor of neighboring Friendswood will draw the name. Some races have been decided by other games of chance such as flipping a coin or drawing cards.
VYPE Preseason Boy's Basketball #4: Bellaire
Read full article: VYPE Preseason Boy's Basketball #4: BellaireIt was Bellaire, who was one game away from reaching the state tourney. The Cards made school history for the second time last year, advancing to the Regional Finals. Well, their three stars return, so state is a legit aspiration. District MVP Jaylon Calvin and first-teamer Elijah Lawrence (Rice-commit) make up the best backcourt in the city. To purchase VYPE's 2020-21 BASKETBALL PREVIEW, CLICK HERE.
IN FOCUS (Photo Gallery): Clear Springs are Kings of I-45 South
Read full article: IN FOCUS (Photo Gallery): Clear Springs are Kings of I-45 SouthThe Clear Springs Chargers are the kings of I-45 South. The Chargers knocked off Dickinson in a wild one -- 59-48 -- to go 5-0 in District 24-6AQB Luke Sampson, RB Ky Woods and WRs Noah Thomas and Kaleb Hymes propelled the offense and the defense made just enough stops. Check out the full gallery from Andy Tolbert.
VYPE Houston 6A Football Rankings: Spring makes huge leap into Top 20
Read full article: VYPE Houston 6A Football Rankings: Spring makes huge leap into Top 201 North Shore Mustangs (4-0) Defeated Manvel 48-14; Next Up West BrookNo. 3 Katy Taylor Mustangs (4-0) Defeated Seven Lakes 49-31; Next Up TompkinsNo. 4 Bridgeland Bears (4-0) Defeated Cy Woods 35-27; Next Up Cy RanchNo. 8 Pearland Dawson Eagles (4-0) Defeated Pearland 17-6; Next Up Alief TaylorNo. 10 Westfield Mustangs (2-1) Lost to Spring 27-23; ByeNo.
Galveston County judge signs executive order permitting $1,000 fine against poll workers who turn away maskless voters
Read full article: Galveston County judge signs executive order permitting $1,000 fine against poll workers who turn away maskless votersGalveston County Judge Mark Henry signed an executive order Friday prohibiting the requirement to wear a face mask while voting. The county will enforce a $1,000 fine against poll workers who turn away voters who don’t wear a mask. Henry said he signed the order after several county residents were turned away from the polls because they were not wearing a mask. He also admitted that he was also turned away from voting because he refused to wear a mask. “This is a significant constitutional issue,” Henry said during the press conference.
DA launches probe into how FEMA money is being handled in Dickinson, sources say
Read full article: DA launches probe into how FEMA money is being handled in Dickinson, sources sayDICKINSON, Texas – A Texas Ranger arrived at Dickinson City Hall on Monday with a subpoena for records. City Administrator Chris Heard met with him briefly but said he can’t talk about what they discussed. Friction between Heard and Hunter led to Hunter recently being place on paid leave after only two months on the job. “She brought up some concerns and we will just work through any issues that have arisen,” Heard said. A spokesman for the District Attorney’s office said he can neither confirm nor deny an investigation is underway.
VYPE Football 2020 Preview: All-VYPE Public School Team
Read full article: VYPE Football 2020 Preview: All-VYPE Public School TeamWelcome to the 2020 football season. There was not a summer camp circuit for players to go showcase their talents at. In-person recruiting came to a screeching halt and the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected everyone. But VYPE has still done what we have always done when it comes to previewing Texas high school football here in Houston. With that said here is the 2020 All-VYPE Public School Team!
Freddy's Poll: VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Offensive Lineman of the Year Fan Poll
Read full article: Freddy's Poll: VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Offensive Lineman of the Year Fan PollIt's time to start our weekly polls to let the fans decide their preseason players of the year. The Freddy's Poll of the Week – VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Offensive Lineman of the Year Fan Poll is now live! All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston 2020 Preseason Offensive Lineman of the Year Fan Poll (Poll Closes Sun 8/16 at 7pm)
Missouri City and Dickinson join other cities as people are required to wear masks in businesses
Read full article: Missouri City and Dickinson join other cities as people are required to wear masks in businessesOn Sunday morning, Missouri City joined a list of other cities now requiring people to wear a mask while visiting local businesses. The mandatory mask order went into effect at midnight. In Pearland, the mayor issued a similar order requiring businesses to make mask-wearing mandatory or face a $1,000 fine. According to the order, face masks are to be worn in public. The new mask orders are parallel to orders in Harris and Fort Bend counties.
VYPE Houston Fan Poll: Boys Track Runner of the Year
Read full article: VYPE Houston Fan Poll: Boys Track Runner of the YearVYPE has scoured the standings on MileSplit.com and have gathered the best of the best in each running category. Go crazy track nation and vote for the 2020 VYPE Houston Boys Track Runner of the Year in this fan poll. All athlete polls and their content are only associated and created by VYPE Media and its staff. Please contact VYPE Media directly if you have any questions, comments, or concerns around our Fan Polls. VYPE Houston Boys Track Runner of the Year Poll (Closes Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m.
Dickinson football player flown to hospital with injury
Read full article: Dickinson football player flown to hospital with injuryFRIENDSWOOD, Texas – A high school football player was flown to a hospital after an injury during Friday's game between Friendswood and Dickinson. The injured player was from the visiting Dickinson Gators. Witnesses told KPRC 2 the player was hurt after being tackled by a group of players. It is unclear what injuries the player suffered or what is his condition.