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March 16, 2017

Backwater Adventures By Jay Gardner

By Joey Farah

Welcome to town folks! Glad y’all stopped by, and hope you have a great time! Stay out of trouble! I’ll give you a few words to the wise, in the event you have any questions. First off, Yeah! The traffic was crazy! We’re having some issues with the new stoplight and of course the road capacity, but we’ll figure something out. Make sure to come out to the beach earlier tomorrow. Also, bring ice from in town if you haven’t noticed already. Ice is hard to come by on the

Farah’s Fishing Adventures Well spring break here on our Island is commanded by the sun. Days with wet and cold will be more like a January Monday afternoon. What always takes me by surprise is the speed that spring breakers of all ages

The drum run in Baffin is still hot for some big ugly drum! John with a 20lber.

Rowdy from Austin busted a double back to back drum for spring break this week in a gravel bed in the mouth of Baffin Bay.

Tammy and Kenny came down and knocked out easy limits of trout with Farah on soft plastics along afloat Bluff this week. Bull tides have brought in beautiful water conditions and lots of trout.

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flood the beach when the sun does peak out. The fishing in the other hand is much more dependable and this year it didn’t let us down. A full moon started us off with a mid-day bite and a AWSOME afternoon fishing pattern. Great water conditions still preside from the JFK all the way into Baffin. Drifting with soft plastics is in top form right now with lots of actions and limits most days on trout. Live shrimp under popping corks is working well down south but in the upper Laguna Madre’ you’re getting ate up with pin perch and skip jack. The ICW has been a highway for shrimp migrations and with that the trout and reds are right there with them, but feeding at night. The land cut will be turning on next week as the bull tides receded and those southeast winds blow. I’ll be down south getting some of the best trout action of the year. If you are way over due for a fishing adventure or planning a trip for incoming guests give me a call we are always having a good time AND CATCHING FISH. I watched people pulling in sheep head and pompano today off the jetty with a incoming tide and I’m sure with a bucket of ghost shrimp a fella could put a stringer of those fish over the shoulder. Spring is sprung, now get out and get wet!

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bubble float with purple tentacles that can stretch out far from the float. If you get nailed by one of these guys get that tenderizer on there as fast as you can. The lifeguards typically put on some kind of concoction with baking soda and peroxide, if you can make it to a station before your eyes start watering from the pain and you can’t see. Getting to those quickly is important and DON’T RUB IT, THAT MAKES IT WORSE. And if you’re curious about the brown floating weed (Sargassum), there are tons of little cool fish and shrimp and crabs in that stuff. Walk out away from the beach a bit and either scoop up a piece in the water with a bucket or fine-mesh dip net. Take it back to the beach and shake it out into the bucket and see what drops out. The farther out you get it, the better, as by the time it hits the beach all the animals have literally abandoned ship.

And now the Loyal Readers section - Well, here we are folks, so far this week we are looking at “three at 30mph” conditions. The southeast winds are sandblasting the spring break lobsters out on the beach as I write this from the veritable safety of the office buried deep inside the confines of the City. Right now, poor decisions are being made and the use of sunscreen is being neglected. Beaches are filling up by noon, and the onslaught has begun to pick up speed. I’m watching the webcam provided by the City at the end of Whitecap, and it’s a car about every 5 seconds going on to the beach. I think I read that this weekend is the “pivot” Dr. Tunnell, Dr. McKee, and Jace weekend where many schools Island. And don’t forget your parking pass, overlap, and the weather looks decent. Y’all although you can buy one when you hit the loyal readers will have to tell me what it’s like sand. The City has people selling them at the out there, because I’m not leaving the house. access roads where you need them. Yes, your I’ll just watch the fun from the webcams. You selfies are taking a long time to post because can watch the webcams too at CcTexas.com. the cell towers are jammed with everyone else The CCA banquet went off last week, and trying to post selfies at the same time. I have to say that was the smoothest banquet So, of course you know that going north on Hwy 361 towards Port Aransas will get you to north Packery, where most of the folks hang out to be seen. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, however, go straight through that light and the next, and then start looking for a left. South of Packery is usually a lot quieter. You could also keep going straight all the way till the pavement runs out and hit the Padre Island National Seashore. There is lots of space down there, and you might even get to see a nesting sea turtle. It’s that time of year. If you plan on swimming in the water, don’t forget your meat tenderizer, as the winds bring in the dreaded Portuguese Man-o-War. A purple

we’ve ever thrown. Everyone had a blast, and we raised more funds for the fish than we ever have. We also gave a Conservationist of the Year award to Jace Tunnell, and the Lifetime Achievement Award to his dad, Dr. Wes Tunnell. The projects that those two work on range in between Cedar Bayou and Cuba, literally. We were proud to honor them. While it’s a ton of work, I’m glad we finally made it through and can focus on other things for now. Well you crazy characters, that’s about enough this week. Drop me a line at tarponchaser@ mail.com and I’ll get back to you. Rockstar Bob – give me a call. Time for fishing and shenanigans. You have my number.

Fine catch of 73 fish off seashore surf fishing this morning!

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Sandcastle Run & Sandfest Getting Close By Brent Chesney Nueces County Commissioner Precint 4

Sandcastle Run Getting Close Please remember that there is a big event that I am sponsoring that is coming soon to North Padre Island. The Sandcastle Run which is on North Padre Island on Saturday May 13 is right around the corner and we need your help. There are sponsorship opportunities available and plenty of room for runners of all ages. Please call my office at 888-0268 to help with or get more info on either. I would like to offer a special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors, the Padre Island Business Association and D&SS Construction. Also to our Platinum Sponsors First Title Company and Coastline Properties and our Media Partner KIII TV, Channel 3. Please see the complete list of sponsors below. It is not too late to get your business involved in this amazing event.

Veterans and Community Health Fair a Huge Success I am pleased to tell you that we had a huge turnout at our first annual Veterans and Community Health fair co-sponsored by me and Veterans Memorial High School. The Veterans Band was awesome as always and the vendors and free health services were a big hit. We all appreciate what our Veterans have done for this country and this was a tribute to them. We had a nice turnout from the Veterans community as well.

Flour Bluff Business Association Gets Economic Development Funds It was a pleasure and honor to be the guest speaker recently at the Flour Bluff Business Association where Commissioner Pusley and I were pleased to present economic development funds to the association to aid in their efforts for all the outstanding work they do in Flour

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Bluff and for Nueces County. I appreciate being invited to give the Nueces County update.

Sandfest in Port Aransas Coming Soon Please mark your calendars for April 2123, 2017 for Texas Sandfest. I am proud to once again be a sponsor for this great event. The proceeds from this wonderful event go to charities in Port Aransas. It is an amazing event and spending a few days on the beach in Port A is an added bonus

Sandcastle Run Sponsors Brent Chesney, Nueces County Commissioner and Media Partner KIII TV-Channel 3 Padre Island Business Association and D&SS Construction, Presenting sponsors Coastline Properties and First Title Company, Platinum Sponsors Commissioner Mike Pusley, Valero and Andrews Distributing, Silver Sponsors Core Coastal Realty and Prince Charming T’s, T shirt sponsors Physicians Premier, Medical Tent Sponsor Coastline Properties, Awards Sponsor Mikel Mays, Kid Zone sponsor Teal Construction, Nueces County Young Republicans, Granado Group, Sonia Craig and Rock Engineering, Bronze Sponsors Bumstead Properties, Kiwanis Club of the Island and Frost Bank, Water Sponsors Special thanks also to The Island Moon, South Jetty, Flour Bluff Messenger and Flour Bluff News for their assistance in promoting this great event. . Please call on me if I can be of any service at 361-888-0268 or email me at Brent.Chesney1@Nuecesco.com

Spring time is here so many Texans are beginning to travel. Texas has nearly 80,000 miles of roads and highways: That is more than any other state in the United States (US)! As a result, it is important to keep some traveling safety tips in mind. Texas is full of beautiful sights and destinations. Many places are spread fairly far apart, though. Planning your road trip is important. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) established the Texas Travel Information Centers throughout the state and they are staffed by professional travel counselors. These staff members will provide information on points of interest, events going on, “Welcome to Texas” photo opportunities, and more. In addition, they will help you plan the best route for your trip. These centers can be contacted by calling (800)452-9292 or by visiting http://www.txdot.gov/driver/travel/ information-centers.html. A week or so before a road trip is planned, make sure to check the vehicle’s maintenance status. This includes checking the tire pressure, oil level, engine, battery, etc. You can find a more complete list of pre-trip maintenance at http://www.dmv.org/how-to-guides/pre-tripmaintenance.php. Also, ensure that you and your passengers have all the proper paperwork readily available in the vehicle like your drivers licenses, proof of insurance for the vehicle, and road side assistance contact information. Pack a paper map in case there is no cell phone service at some point in your trip, as well. Before you take off on your trip, check the weather and road conditions. There are several useful websites for this. Some of these include: http://drivetexas.org, http://www.accuweather. com/en/travel-articles/leisure/be-preparedwith-road-trip-pla/66147, https://www.

BINGO at the BEACH for 2017 a Great Success Kiwanis Club of Padre Island Supports Kids’ Causes By Brent Rourk The Kiwanis Club of Padre Island BINGO at the Beach 2017 season ended on a ‘great number’ last Thursday evening at Schlitterbahn when a first time BINGO player won two prizes of $750 each. Her unending smile and fists full of $1,500 in cash created a stir as a full house crowd applauded her extraordinary good fortune. Prior to that windfall Thursday evening, fifty one players won door prizes and 16 players won cash prizes from $50 to $160; with many $100 and up winners. Door prizes from local door prize sponsors ranged from $4 value up to $200 value with the largest prize being a voucher for a stay at our Island’s Schlitterbahn. Quite a night’s haul for the Bingo players.

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to the community for their support. Our motto “it’s all about the children” is true and the funds raised will help children at the Island Foundation schools, Flour Bluff ISD and other Clubs and organizations that work with our youth.” Vaughn continued, “A big ‘Shout Out’ to Schlitterbahn Resort Corpus Christi. Amy Gazin, Kaylynn Paxson, Paul Seehusen and their staff made this a pleasant experience and was receptive to ideas to make the bingo playing more enjoyable each week. The larger Game Room helped with the number of folks that could play. We had capacity crowds twice during the six weeks of Bingo and are hoping that a larger room will be available by next year.” Summing up, Vaughn thanked many for an extremely successful BINGO, “Again, thank you to all the Bingo players, sponsors and donors that contributed to the success of this event. And thank you to the Kiwanians that helped each week as well as Rusty Griffith and James Gay.” Schlitterbahn Director of Marketing, Amy Gazin was ecstatic about the 6 weeks of BINGO at the Beach 2017, stating, “ Kiwanis ‘Bingo at the Bahn’ was a terrific success and it was so exciting for the Schlitterbahn Corpus Christi staff who took part. We look forward to continuing our great partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Padre Island in the future.”

All Profits to Children’s Causes

A $1500 winner! Vaughn stated, “We had a very successful Bingo fundraiser this year. Seems that this local event is becoming more popular each year and the Kiwanis Club of Padre Island is very grateful

This year BINGO at the Beach happily raised over $13,000 to be used for children’s causes. Last year Kiwanis funds were given to many local organizations including SMA Science Olympiad, Boy Scout Troop 949, Island Easter Egg Hunt, Breakfast with Santa, Beach cleanup, Flour Bluff Junior High Math Club and Science, Veterans H.S. Key Club, Timons Ministries, CASA, and more The Kiwanis

Everyone, young and old, had fun winning at BINGO this year

Board will soon meet to discuss some of the organizations that Kiwanis Club of Padre Island will support this year. Many local businesses and individuals were fantastic supporters of BINGO at the Beach 2017. Vaughn commented, “The number of sponsors and door prizes this year was also at a record high. I will not list the sponsors and donors of door prizes as I believe this is being published. However, a big thank you to all of you that contributed to the fun and success of this event.”

Local Business Support for BINGO Vaughn was quick to thank all of the local businesses that made BINGO a success. A special thanks to the following organizations and individuals for their support of BINGO at the Beach this year: Coastline Properties, O2 Dental, Merrily Piepho Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Steele, Dr. Jack McIntyre McIntyre, Garza, Avila & Jurica, Renee Tortorello Farmers Insurance, Bumstead Properties, Elite Garage Floors, Brent Phelps Dentistry, Kim Erwin, Realtor Keller Williams, Dr. & Melanie Ortiz (Surgical Associates), Hanson Travel Cruise Planners Victoria Hanson, Rep Todd Hunter, Council Members At Large Paulette Guajardo and Michael Hunter, County Commissioner Brent Chesney. In addition, Kiwanis wanted to thank the following for their Door Prize contributions: Island Italian Restaurant, Scuttlebutts Restaurant, Island Time Sushi Bar & Seafood Bar, Surfside Sandwich Shop, The Ortiz Family (Surgical Associates), Mikel Mays Beachside Bar & Grill, Elite Garage Floors, John White, Merrily Piepho Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Steele, Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade, and A Captured Moment Photography - Brent Rourk. See you all next year at the Kiwanis Bingo. Support kids, win prizes, and maybe drive home with a pocketful of cash.

fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo/, and https://www. wunderground.com/travelplanner/index.asp. Be sure you and your passengers have a plan on a driving schedule. Taking turns driving helps to reduce the risk of drowsy driving since this buddy system enables one to focus on driving as the other rests and/or decides on music to listen to. Also, plan the stopping points to take breaks and/or eat as you switch drivers. While driving, stay aware of your surroundings and stay alert especially while you are in construction zones, bad weather, and heavy traffic. Also, do not forget to slow down and/or move over if you see emergency vehicles and/or tow trucks on the side of the road with their lights on because it is the law! In addition, eliminate as many distractions as you can. Finally, be sure you and your passengers are buckled up for the duration of the trip! Traveling through Texas is a beautiful and fun experience. Make the most of it by planning the trip, in full, beforehand. This will warrant a safer and more prosperous vacation. Be sure to utilize different traveling checklists and safety resources, like https://www.dps. texas.gov/tle/traveltips.htm, as well. If you have questions regarding any of the information mentioned in this week’s article, please do not hesitate to call my Capitol or District Office. Please always feel free to contact my office if you have any questions or issues regarding a Texas state agency, or if you would like to contact my office regarding constituent services. As always, my offices are available at any time to assist with questions, concerns or comments (Capitol Office, 512463-0672; District Office, 361-949-4603). - State Representative Todd Hunter, District 32 Rep. Hunter represents Nueces County (Part). He can be contacted at todd.hunter@house. texas.gov or at 512-463-0672

Wine, Whine & Design Painting Island-Style Workshop Join Instructor Karen Winship on March 26th from 5-9 p.m. For the Wine, Whine & Design Island-Style painting workshop at the Port Aransas Art Center (323 N. Alister). Paint a beautiful Scarlet McCaw one simple step at a time, guided by a real artist. All art materials are provided including paints, brushes and a 16x20 canvas. BYOB and snacks. The cost of the workshop is a $40 donation to the Art Center Land/Building Fund. Sign up and prepay as soon as possible to save your spot. For more details or reservations call (361) 749-7334.

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Calling All Heroes Are you, a loved one, a friend, or a friend of a friend a Veteran or Active Military? We want to know! Coastal Bend Troop Support-North Padre Island is hosting the: Inaugural Crawfish Boil and Military Tribute April 1, 2017, 11-4:00 Briscoe King Pavilion 15820 South Padre Island Dr Corpus Christi, TX

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As part of the Military Tribute, we want to post a photo (no larger than 8.5 X 11) of our HEROS on our Wall of Honor! Drop off identification information and the photo at Berkshire Hathaway 14200 S. Padre Island Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78418 before April 1st to be added to our Wall! Note: photos will not be returned so be sure to submit copies only. Then join us between 11:00 and 4:00 for some delicious crawfish (alternatives available for kids and non-crawfish connoisseurs), music, military tributes, an Auction and help us support those that have served or are serving. Contact us to learn more about sponsorships positions, auction items, volunteer positions and/or ticket purchase ($20 each and limited available). FMI: 361-960-9597 or 361-774-8500

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Join the Arbor Day Foundation in March 2017 and receive 10 free white pine trees or 10 white flowering dogwood trees. “White pine trees or white flowering dogwoods will add beauty to your home throughout the year,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Dogwoods are known for their showy spring flowers and red berries that attract songbirds during winter. White pine trees are fast-growing landscape trees that will break heavy winds, making them an ideal addition to any yard.” The free trees are part of the nonprofit Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.

With planting instructions included, the trees will be shipped at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Arbor Day Foundation members also receive a subscription to Arbor Day, the Foundation’s bimonthly publication, and The Tree Book, which contains information about tree planting and care. To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE WHITE PINE or 10 FREE DOGWOOD TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by March 31, 2017. Or join online at arborday. org/march.

Rockport “Texas Settlers” Fest

Beginning Saturday, March 25, 2017, “Texas Settlers and Their Buildings: Old Rockport” will be on display at The History Center for Aransas County. A Member’s Preview begins at 9:30 with a welcome by Vickie Merchant, FHC President, at 10:00 a.m. Larry Irsik, AIA, Architexas, will be the Keynote Speaker. Mr. Irsik specializes in renovating historic homes and has recently renovated the R. H. Wood

Architecture and homes built in Old Rockport from 1860 to 1930 will be showcased. Additionally, stories and photos of the homes’ owners will be on display. The exhibition will be available from Saturday, March 25 to Sunday, July 16, 2017. Additional correlating programs are scheduled throughout this time. This exhibition is supported in part through

Corpus Christi and the center are located in key spring migration pathways for numerous species of birds. The $35 per person basic registration fee covers six birding talks, vendor tent, arts/crafts booths, “Raptor Project” shows, Botanical Gardens admission, opening reception Mexican fajita dinner, Thursday, April 20; and is required for access to optional, separately-priced features including 13 different field trips, two “big sits,” and barbecue dinner, Saturday, April 22. Food trucks will be on-site for other meals. Visit Botanical Gardens website, www.stxbot. org, for on-line registration, detailed festival schedule, and registration form, or call 361852-2100.

FREE walking tour for history, health and fun!

“Stroll thru Rockport” is a free historical walking tour designed to combine physical activity with the opportunity to learn about Rockport’s colorful historical buildings, events and people. Walkers can choose to walk a 2-mile route or a 4-mile route. Costumed docents at various sites will provide facts and anecdotes, while healthy snacks or water will be available at several locations. The routes all include a stop at the Healthy Aransas Community Garden, a community vegetable garden where free seed packets will be offered. Other stops will include the Joe & Bertha Harper House, the former home of Judge Harper and his beloved wife; the old Rockport School (Aransas County Historical Society); First Presbyterian Church, which was established in 1869; the Aransas County courthouse with displays of the original 1889 structure; the beautifully restored Leopold M. Bracht House (Rockport Cultural

The Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for everyone to celebrate the arrival of spring by planting trees.

Named “birdiest city” for a decade, Corpus Christi holds its inaugural “Birdiest Festival in America,” April 20-23, headquartered at the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center, 8545 S. Staples St., a Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail site.

Stroll thru Rockport Join us for the first annual “Stroll thru Rockport”, sponsored by Healthy South Texas, at 9am Saturday, March 18, beginning at the History Center for Aransas County, 801 E. Cedar, Rockport.

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Arts District) and the R.H. Wood House. The longer walk will take participants past additional locations including the San Antonio and Aransas Pass Railroad, the offices of the Rockport Pilot newspaper, Merchant Square/ Aransas Hotel, the Sorenson-Stair Building and the Wood Jackson House. The first 100 participants to complete the walk will receive a commemorative pin. Participants can also complete a scavenger hunt which qualifies them to win fun prizes at the event’s completion. Registration for the walk is 9-10am March 18 at the Friends of the History Center, 801 E. Cedar at Church Street, Rockport. Parking is available at Magnolia Park, at Live Oak and Cedar Streets.

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Home as well as the Fulton-Bruhl-Hunt home in Rockport. “Texas Settlers and their Buildings: Old Rockport” focuses on the family and community life of Texas settlers as reflected in historic buildings. The exhibition looks at early Texas buildings for information about settlers’ visions of community and progress and their accommodation to the physical demands and economic realities of everyday life. Print resources that accompany the exhibit help audiences explore our cultural heritage, modern attitudes toward the past and our duty to future generations.

a grant provided by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Humanities Texas develops and supports diverse programs across the state, including lectures, oral history projects, teacher institutes, traveling exhibitions and documentary films. Open hours for The History Center, located at 801 E. Cedar Street, are Saturdays 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. FMI: Please call 361/727-9214 or see www.aransashistorycenter. org. The History Center is a venue of Aransas Pathways.

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Police Blotter Island police calls 9300 block State Highway 361 11 p.m. March 13 Driving while license suspended 11400 block Gulf Beach (North Packery) 11 p.m. March 11 Possession of marijuana/ Driving while license suspended 13300 block 4 a.m. March 13 Disorder – harassment by persons in correctional facility Aquarius/SPID 2 p.m. March 12 Possession of marijuana Jackfish/SPID 11 p.m. March 11 No insurance/Vehicle impound Jackfish/SPID 2 p.m. March 13 Hit and run State Highway 361/SPID 7 p.m. March 11 Driving under the influence of Alcohol by minor 14500 block SPID 8 p.m. March 13 Possession of marijuana 14500 block SPID 8 p.m. March 13 Possession of marijuana 14500 block SPID 8 p.m. March 13 Driving under the influence of alcohol by minor 14800 block Aquarius 7 p.m. March 10 Criminal mischief $100-$750 14800 block Granada Midnight March 12 Public intoxication State Highway 361 7 p.m. March 11 Driving under the influence of alcohol by minor 15100 block Noon March 7 Theft under $100 15400 block Aquarius 7 p.m. March 10 Criminal mischief $100-$750 15400 block Gulf Beach 3 p.m. March 10 Found narcotics 13800 block Eaglesnest Bay 1 p.m. March 9 Hit and Run 15900 block El Socorro Loop 6 p.m. March 12 Burglary of a motor vehicle

11400 block Gulf Beach Road 11 p.m. March 11 Driving while license suspended 14100 block Coquina Bay Midnight March 12 Burglary of a motor vehicle 14100 block Coquina Bay 5 a.m. March 12 Burglary of a motor vehicle 14200 block Bay Bean 10 p.m. March 10 Burglary of a motor vehicle 16100 block Jessamine 5 a.m. March 12 Burglary of a motor vehicle 16100 block Broomsedge 3 p.m. March 11 Burglary of a motor vehicle 16100 block Broomsedge 5 a.m. March 12 Burglary of a motor vehicle 6900 block State Highway 361 10 a.m. March 11 Building fire

Lee Gwozdz to Conduct Pops in the Park 2017

Valero Energy Foundation and the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra (CCSO) are proud to present the 6th Annual Pops in the Park community concert on April 22, 2017 at Whataburger Field.

Corpus Christi native and celebrated Maestro, Lee Gwozdz, will conduct music from across America including all-time favorites such as; New York, New York, Chicago, Oklahoma, and of course Yellow Rose of Texas. Guests can also get their kicks on Route 66 and enjoy popular selections from the Beach Boys such as California Girls, along with a synchronized light show on the iconic Harbor Bridge and the biggest and most magnificent fireworks finale to date.

international organization of Catholic Youth Choirs under the auspices of the Vatican. This past January 1st he had the honor of leading over 2500 singers from the USA to the Vatican to sing for the New Year’s Day Mass celebrated by His Holiness Pope Francis with the Corpus Christi Cathedral Youth Choirs at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Gwozdz was also chosen as the first American conductor to lead over 6000 choir members from throughout the world for both a Papal Audience and Service of Peace with Pope Francis where he had the honor of a personal encounter with His Holiness. As President of Pueri Cantores, travels since January have taken Gwozdz to England,

14800 block Gulf Beach 7 p.m. March 14 Disregard traffic control device 14800 block Gulf Beach 7 p.m. March 14 Alcoholic beverage ion motor vehicle 14800 block Gulf Beach Road 7 p.m. March 14 Possession of alcohol by a minor 11400 block Gulf Beach 11 p.m. March 11 Possession of marijuana 15000 block Leeward 7 p.m. March 14 Assault 15100 block Leeward 7 a.m. March 14 Breaking and entering/burglary of a habitation 15200 block 8 p.m. March 14 Driving under the influence of a minor 14800 block 9 p.m. March 11 Assault with injury 15200 block SPID 8 p.m. March 14 Driving under the influence/minor 9300 block State Highway 361 11 p.m. March 13 Driving while license suspended Beach Access Road 2 5 p.m. March 14 Disorderly conduct 7200 block Gulf Beach 6 p.m. March 14 Glass container on the beach

Many in the community know of Gwozdz’s engaging and entertaining symphonic pops concerts. He has conducted the Corpus Christi and Kingsville (KSO) Symphony Orchestras and is also conductor of the Cathedral Festival Orchestra, all made up of the finest of symphonic musicians from South Texas. He also conducted the Grand Opening of Concrete Street Amphitheater and the orchestra’s performance with country star Michael Martin Murphy. Currently, Gwozdz serves as Director of Music for the Diocese and Cathedral of Corpus Christi and as Executive Director of The Cathedral Concert Series, both posts he has held for the past 32 years. He also serves as President of the American Federation of Pueri Cantores, an

Germany, Holland, Italy and Switzerland. He will also be leading honor choirs to Festivals in Rio de Janeiro this coming summer then to Barcelona in 2018. DETAILS: Pops in the Park- The Great American Road Trip and Fireworks Extravaganza. Saturday, April 22nd. Gates open at 6pm. Show starts at 7:30pm. General admission starts at $5.00 for students and $10.00 for Adults (12 and under is free) Reserved seating is also available. For tickets, visit www. cchooks.com or call 361-561-HOOK. For info on VIP packages, please visit the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra website at www. ccsymphony.org or contact Madeline Schmidt at (361) 882-2717 or mschmidt@ccsymphony. org

NAS Corpus Christi Finalizing April 1-2 Wings Over South Texas Air Show

Naval Air Station Corpus Christi (NASCC) personnel are working fast and furious as details for the 2017 Wings Over South Texas Air Show are being finalized. Behind the scenes, fine tuning is taking place including laydown of the air show midway, the performers, and preparations for traffic and parking.

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“We are finalizing the line-up of flying acts,” said Lt. Cmdr. David Hunt, air show organizer. “Aircraft from all military branches will be participating. We will also have several civilian performers including an act commemorating the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Midway, which was the turning point in the Pacific during World War II.” April 1 and 2, the NASCC Main/South Gate will open at 8:30 a.m. to the general public. Visitors will arrive via NAS Drive and be directed to free parking areas.

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The air show midway will open at 9 a.m. Visitors will be able to walk among the static displays that will include the Navy’s training command aircraft and a variety of modern military and vintage WWII aircraft. Several car clubs will also have their vehicles on display. A Kid Zone packed with activities and inflatables will be available to help entertain children.

The flying will begin at 11 a.m. The National Anthem will be sung as the Army’s Golden Knights carry the national ensign to begin the show. Rob Reider, this year’s air show announcer, will delight crowds as he describes the aerobatic feats of the various military and civilian performers. The lineup includes: Rob Holland in his MXS-RH, Trojan Phlyers flying T-28s, a U.S. Coast Guard search-and-rescue demonstration, Paul Fiala in his Great Lakes Bi-Plane, Jerry Conley with his DE Havilland DH 100 Vampire, Beth Ann Jenkins in her B-25 with the Devil Dog Squadron, a P-8 Poseidon, a Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey, Skip Stewart in his Pitts S-2S, an Air Force F-16 Viper, the “Prowlers of the Pacific,” the Golden Knights, and the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels. “The air show at NASCC will be held over the water again this year,” Capt. Steve Banta, NASCC commanding officer said. “We’re excited to open our ‘doors’ so the general public can enjoy this free fun-filled show. We look forward to seeing you there!”

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Port A. Happenings Dance Night - Thursdays, 6:30pm, at Community Center, 408 N. Alister St. Come dance, learn a few steps, teach a few steps, socialize and partake of refreshments. Everyone welcome, no partner needed…we wing it and have fun and a little exercise. Free, but donations are accepted for the Recreation Foundation of Port Aransas, a 501(c)(3) non-profit geared toward helping improve recreational activities and facilities for citizens and visitors of Port Aransas. Spring Break Camp: Register now! Take a break from the kids this Spring Break, Monday-Friday, March 13-17. Kids grade K-5 will enjoy swimming [weather permitting], arts & crafts, movies, trips in town [weather permitting], playing and more. Spaces are limited. Campers should bring a lunch. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Call 7494158 for more information. Registration is not complete until payment is made. Forms must be filled out and dropped off with payment at Camp Marlin, Parks & Rec office or City Hall. Interval Training - At Port Aransas High School, 100 S. Station St, upstairs in 2nd floor foyer. High Inten-sity Interval Training offered at 6:30am on Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Beginner-Moderate Level class at 5:15pm. Intensity Training in short spurts, all ages/levels. Work at own pace. Cash/ check to COPA. $3 a class or $30 for 15 classes by certified instructor Karen Decker (361-9030901). Cash or check to COPA. Open to men & women. Bring mat & water. Mommy & Me Workout Class - Tuesdays, 5:30-6pm, Port A High School 2nd floor foyer, $3 drop in or prepaid $30 for 15. Bring mat. Burn calories & meet other moms. Fast paced/ low impact featuring Barre ‘type’ movements with parent & child. Questions? Karen Decker 361-800-1759. Go With The Flow - Fridays, 4-5pm, offered by Parks & Rec at PACT Theater, 2327 Hwy 361. Balletic dance/movement class to ballet music using T’ai Chi plus simple ballet floor movement. It will improve posture, mood, balance & flexibility plus strengthen feet & ankles. Wear comfortable clothing, ballet slippers, jazz shoes or go barefoot. No socks. Class size is limited. Call Sally Jo, 361-2717765 to sign up. $3 per class. Port A RPG Game Night - For 16 and older, high school and college gamers may play Pathfinder, Star Wars RPG and Mutants and Masterminds in a controlled environment. Every Friday and Saturday 4:30pm, in the Girl Scout hut inside Parks and Recreation building, 739 W. Ave. A. FREE! Birding on the Boardwalk - Guided birding tour for anyone, novice to expert, every Wednesday, 9 am, with local guide Nan Dietert at Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center at end of Ross Ave. FREE! Winter Walking Tours - Fridays at 3pm through March 24. Mission-Aransas Reserve

partners with P&R for 1-hour, 2-mile nature walks in the Nature Preserve at Charlie’s Pasture, weather permitting. Meet in Preserve at the end of Port Street. Bring binoculars, camera & water. Wear walking shoes, sunscreen & mosquito spray. Spring Forest Qigong - Saturdays at 9am. Relax, just do it! Suzanne McCann leads a moving meditation in the outdoor pavilion at the Nature Preserve at Charlie’s Pasture. A great way to start your day! Class will move to Girl Scout hut if weather is too bad. $3/person! Parks & Rec Men’s Softball League Registration: March 6 - Friday, March 31, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm, at Parks & Rec Office, 739 W. Ave A, 361-749-4158. Entry Fee: $250 per team – 10 Game min. - 6 team max. Managers Meeting set for Tuesday, April 4, 6pm, at Parks & Rec Office. Mandatory for one person per team to be present. Men’s Class D League (Teams have few to no players that have ever played beyond a recreational/social league. Teams with no experience are welcome here. Low intensity level). Games will be played on Thursday nights at 7pm, 8pm, 9pm, at Jerry McDonald field in Port Aransas. 1st Place team & individual awarded. Play will begin April 6. Individual players may call Parks & Rec office, and an effort will be made to assign them to a team. Yoga on The Beach - This event is held the 2nd Saturday of each month. Be early as leader will take class to an inside location if weather is bad. FREE! Pickleball - This paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis & table tennis can be played at the Community Park Inline Skate Rink at 700 Clark Pkwy, off Ross Avenue. The rink is marked off for the correct size, allowing three teams to play at a time. If you have equipment and know how to play, the rink may be used any time it is not in use. Know how to play but without equipment, check out equipment at Community Pool (when open) by showing a Driver’s License. For information, contact Pam at 361-749-4158 or pamg@ cityofportaransas.org or Laura Arvold larvold@ arvoldlaw.com. FREE! Pool is HEATED Spring Schedule 700 Clark Pkwy 361-749-2416 Pool closed Mondayss Open Swim: Tuesday through Sunday 1-5pm. Lap Swim/Exercise: Tuesday through Friday 8am-5 pm, Saturday & Sunday noon-5pm. Water Aerobics: Tuesday-Friday at noon & Deep Water Aerobics: Tuesday-Friday 11am. Total Body Aquacize: Tuesday-Friday at 9:30am and Saturday at noon with AAAI Water Aerobics instructor Sally Jo Bartlett. Red Cross Certified lifeguard Class: Learn lifesaving skills to help keep people safe in, on and around water at a Red Cross certified lifeguard class in March. Contact Pool Supervisor Linda Merritt, (361) 749-2416 to register.

Ferry Art Contest is Open

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) this week announced the start of its seventh annual contest to select artwork to be featured on the towers of ferry boats in its Port Aransas ferry system. The contest is open to anyone and includes two categories – youth (age 18 and under) and adult (older than age 18). The deadline for submitting art work for the contest is 5 p.m. Central Standard Time on March 31, 2017. Winners will be selected soon thereafter. Entries must be formatted in the landscape/horizontal position to be considered.

The first art contest took place in the fall of 2010. Entries should depict people, places, plants, animals, environment, scenes, settings, events, or activities relevant to Port Aransas and TxDOT’s Port Aransas ferry system. Contest guidelines can be found on the TxDOT website and Facebook.

Winning entries in the adult division will be reproduced on the towers of the 20-vehicle ferries. Winning entries in the youth division will be displayed on one of the 28-vehicle ferries.

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money for scholarships for local graduating seniors as well as other worthy causes in our community. We would love for you to join us and see how PIE can be part of your life. For more info please contact our membership chair Jaki Boyd @ 533-0854

Be sure to include a brief description of what your organization does and a contact person Island United Political Action Committee: Maximize representation of Corpus Christi for those interested in joining. residents on Padre and Mustang Islands in area Send the info to editor@islandmoon.com and government by promoting and supporting, by we will include it. Or call us at 949-7700. the endorsement process, proactive and unified Padre Island Antique Classic Car voting in non-partisan races and other issues Club (PIACCC) is open to all vehicles and referendums put to public vote. Meetings 25 years and older: Antique, Classic, are open to the public. IUPAC meets meeting Roadsters, Hot Rods, etc; who would like the 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:00 PM to meet to plan meetings, socials, rallies, 7:00 PM at Island Time Sushi Bar and Seafood tours, car shows on and around the Island. Grill. Board President - Brent Rourk, Phone Please contact piaccarclub@aol.com for 361-244-7603 e-mail: brentrourk@yahoo.com. information on the upcoming meeting. Please include your contact information and the type POA - Padre Isles Owners Association. The Association’s primary responsibility is to of car owned. maintain the Common Areas, assess and collect the annual fees and provide information and assistance to property owners. .. Membership Youth Development Foundation of in PIPOA is automatic for anyone acquiring Port Aransas. YDF meets at noon each record legal title to any property within Padre Thursday at Stingray’s, 401 Beach Ave., Port Isles. Their office is located at 14015 Fortuna Aransas. For more information please email Bay Drive on The Island. (361) 949-7025, padreisles@pipoa.net. youthfoundporta@gmail.com.

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Padre Island Ukulele Club – We meet every other Tuesday night! Call or text Danny Salazar at (316) 877--‐7071 for the next meeting date. Beginners Workshop: 6 to 7 PM and Open Jam: 7 to 8 PM. All Skills levels welcome. Location: Island Joe’s Coffee and Gallery, 13919 SPID, right here on the island. A $3 per person donation covers the workshop, materials and the open jam. Loaner ukuleles available at no extra cost. RSVP online. PadreIslandUkeClub@gmail.com

ARK – Animal Rehabilitation Keep. Located in Port Aransas the ARK is affiliate with the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Center. They handle the rehabilitation of most species of wildlife in the area with an emphasis on marine animals. They care for about 1300 animals each year. If you find an animal in peril they can help Tony Amos is the Director. 750 Channel View Dr. Port Aransas. 361 749-6793, 361 442-7638. afamos@mail. utexas.edu.

Padre Island Yacht Club (PIYC) – is welcoming new members. We have boat slips available now for members. Contact Ignacio De Lenda at idelanda@att.net for slip rental information. Padre Island Yacht Club members enjoy small and large boat Cruises, small boat Poker Runs, Cruises to area restaurants, Progressive Dinners, 4th of July Fireworks up close, extended boat cruises to Palacios, TX, South Padre Island, Ingleside, Rockport, Fulton, and other areas. Please come, join us! Contact James Thompson, Rear Commodore in charge of Memberships at, jmtislandtime@ gmail.com to attend.

Island’s PIPPs Chapter of Corpus Christi Red Hat Society. In 2004 a group of Island ladies got together under a Palapa and founded the Padre Island Palapa Pals (PIPPs). Our only rule is that there are no rules! We are all about fun and friendship. We meet once a month for lunch and various fun outings from cupcake making to CPR.

ISLAND ROVERS: Walks every Saturday 3 miles or less along the beach, depending on peoples fitness and desires. When: Saturday, at 9am at the Padre Balli Park Office South of Encantada, in the parking lot between the office and the RV park. No competition, KIWANIS Club of Padre Island. Kiwanis just conversation and healthy fitness. For meets at Veranda Restaurantat Schlitterbahn at information see the Facebook group “Island Noon on the first and third Wednesday of the Rovers” month. Padre Island Book Wine & Spirits. This Padre Island Rotary Club. Padre Island Rotary is the Island book club. We meet the first Club. Of the things we think, say, or do…..Is it Wednesday of each month at Island Time Sushi the TRUTH?....Is It FAIR to all concerned?... Bar and Grill at 7:00 pm. Wonderful group of Will it Build GOODWILL and better ladies that like to read, love socializing with FRIENDSHIPS?....Will it be BENEFICIAL the girls and drinking wine! Come out and join to all Concerned? If you can meet this 4-way us we would love to have you! Contact Linda test the Padre Island Rotary is looking for you! Walsh, lawalshva@yahoo.com or 361-445We meet the second and fourth 7999, or just show up! Thursday of each month at the Veranda Island Emmaus reunion is open to anyone Restaurant Schlitterbahn at 5:30 pm. that has been on a Chryslis or Emmaus walk. Contact is Linda Walsh, Secretary, lawalshva@ Please join us on the 4th Tuesday of the month yahoo.com or 361-445-7999. at 6pm at Island in the Son united Methodist Island Strategic Action Committee. Is a church located on hwy 361. For more 14-member committee which meets at 5:30 information call Eileen Moeller @ 830-708p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at 8367 or Eileenmoeller@sbcglobal.net the Comfort Suites on Windward Drive. The Parrot Heads of Port Aransas - is a local committee’s purpose is to advise the Corpus chapter of the Parrot Heads in Paradise Inc., Christi City Council on matters pertaining a not-for-profit corporation whose purpose to The Island. All meetings are open to the is to assist in community and environmental public and the public is invited to address the concerns and provide a variety of social committee during the public comment period. activities for people who are interested in Padre Island Business Association. The the music of Jimmy Buffett and the tropical association is a not-for-profit organization lifestyle he personifies. Founded in 2009, the whose primary purpose is to advertise and club motto is “Partying with a Purpose’’. To join promote Padre/Mustang Islands, Flour Bluff or ask questions go to portaransasparrotheads. and Corpus Christi while advancing the com or email or call Deno “Moon Dog” interests of the business community. It is Fabrie, President at 361 749 0256 or dfabrie@ managed by a 9-member board of directors. yahoo.com. A membership luncheon is held on the 2nd The Schliterbahn Women’s Golf Thursday of each month at The Veranda starting association meets every Saturday at 9 AM at noon. Mixers are held on the 3rd Tuesday of for a friendly round of golf. All skill levels are the month. The association annually has two welcome. Call Fran more information: 361fundraising events – Taste of the Island in the 877-2551 fall and a Wine Tasting in the spring. The New Neighbors League of Corpus P.I.E. Padre Island Enrichment Club is Christi will host its monthly luncheon on a ladies only social club open to all owners/ April 13, 2017 at The Emerald Beach Hotel, residents of North Padre. We hope to enrich Kokomo Room, 1102 S. Shoreline Blvd., our members through social activities and social begins at 10:45, with the luncheon to community involvement and we have A LOT begin at 11:15. The New Neighbors League is of FUN in the process. We have monthly a women’s social organization open to women luncheons (2nd Friday) along with groups of of the coastal bend. Guests and prospective bunco, bridge, spades, craft club and book members are invited to attend. Contact us at clubs. We also have social events throughout ccnewneighbors@gmail.com our website is the year including a monthly “Happy Hour” www.newneighborscc.com where the guys join in. We enjoy raising

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March 16, 2017

Three Chords and the Truth

By Ronnie Narmour ronnienarmour@gmail.com

Fear and loathing at spring break… Just to state the obvious, a multitude of young spring breakers have invaded our little island. As of this writing on Tuesday, a good showing of revelers have staked claim to their patches of sand from the jetty to as far past Pole 39 as you want to go. I know by this weekend, parking will be a premium and the police scanners will be screaming. One thing I’ve observed in the “Mom Must Be So Proud” department is that the lady’s fashion statement this year seems to include a liberal viewing of the posterior. What was previous barely clothed on the backside, has now thrown caution to

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about drinking and driving during spring break, that is unless you have Betty Bail Bond on speed dial. Trust me, the jails will all be full by Monday. I’m done. You kids get out there and have some fun now. And don’t you be turning up dead or pregnant when this is all over.

Scattered shots… Billy Snipes and the Rasta Cowboys featuring Art Galvan on bass and Cody Strong on drums played Giggity’s on Saturday Cowboys that included Art Galvan on bass and Cody Strong on drums. I really enjoy listening to Billy with a band (he usually plays my Tele and man can he make that baby smoke.)

By far, the best act I saw all weekend was Mark Monaco and the Stray Hearts (San Antonio, TX) at the Back Porch on Friday. He has a really tight band that includes a fiddle player and his harmonies are as in the pocket as it gets. He’s in the “Texas Country” vein but could easily pull off some soul or R&B to put

Coming this weekend… The golden voice of Simon Snyder will grace the stage at the Back Porch tonight, Thurday the 16th. Also, ASM and the Kathman Blues Band (Kathmandu, Nepal) will play the 361 Bar. I

Matt Hole and the Hot Rod Gang will play Giggity’s on Saturday.

Spring Break 2017 is upon us.

Chris Saucedo played the Back Porch on Saturday Otis to shame. This guy has got some serious pipes. I got my eye on this one. On Saturday, another Americana band from San Antonio, Chris Saucedo, also played the Back Porch and he’s got some serious chops, too. The weather was pretty rainy and cool but these shows were as hot as the get. Over at Shorty’s on Saturday, Ty Dietz brought his A team with Steve Santos (Duke E. Brown) on guitar and J.M. Muniz (Matt Hole, Buddy Trevino, etc, etc) on standup bass. If you haven’s caught Ty Dietz yet, you are seriously missing out. He’s got a tow sack

Ty Dietz with Steve Santos on guitar and J.M. Muniz on stand-up bass played Shorty’s on Saturday full of great original songs and his covers are always a respectful nod to our local songwriters (Dan Brohdag, Buddy Trevino, Adam Caroll, etc). This man is really special. On Saturday, I also caught Billy Snipes and his band of Rasta

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Tuesday, March 28 Paul Taylor Band @ Giggity’s Bubba Flex @ 361 Bar Billy Snipes @ Scuttlebutt’s Open Jam w/ Rev. Matt Martinex @ House of Rock Wednesday, March 29 Memphis May Fire, Bless the Fall @ Btewster Street Jimmy Wilden @ Giggity’s Bubba Flex @ 361 Bar Scarecrow People, Oddfellas @ House of Rock Thursday, March 30 Free Beer Band @ Giggity’s Somethin’ Silky @ Rockit’s Amplified Heat, Cathouse, Phat Kat, THC, Swedish Ropes @ House of Rock Friday, March 31 Myndfields @ Back Porch Uel Jackson @ Shorty’s Jam Band @ 361 Bar Five Card Draw @ Brewster Street Ulrich Ellison @ Giggity’s Swagger @ Rockit’s Bright Light Social Hour, CAPYAC, Arcade Hustlers @ House of Rock Cruise Control @ South Texas Ice House Saturday, April 1 Scarecrow People @ Back Porch Selfie @ Shorty’s Rockaholics @ 361 Bar The Groove @ Giggity’s Jarrod Birmingham @ Brewster Street

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Independent Thieves @ Shorty’s Todd Dorn @ Giggity’s Trebel Soul @ 361 Bar Hip Hop Hooray @ Brewster Street Splendiferous @ Rockit’s Billy Snipes @ Fulton Market Days Voodoo Boogaloo, Arcade Hustlers @ House of Rock Bri Bagwell, Mark McKinney, Steven James @ South Texas Ice House

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Washington D.C. and Chicago on this tour. On Friday, Americana stud, Cody Bryan, will play the Back Porch, reggae rockers, The Chanklas, will play Shorty’s, island beat master, Billy Snipes, will play Treasure Island at 3PM and later at the Gaff. Also country crooner, James Little, will bring his band to Giggity’s on Friday and Treasure Island on Saturday. Also on Saturday, rockabilly monsters, Matt Hole and the Hot Rod Gang will play Giggity’s, Texas Crossing will play Shorty’s, the big party band, Cruise Control, will play the Back Porch and super-star Randy Rogers will play the big stage at Concrete Street. That ought to keep you busy for a while.

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the wind. That’s right. There is now ample exposed fannies in every direction and on every variation of torso… fat hineys, skinny hineys and all hineys in between (hiney being defined as either of the two rounded prominences on the human torso that are posterior to the hips and formed by the gluteal muscles), it’s right there in front of God for everyone to see. And when said fanny belongs to a young lady who looks like she is 13 years old at most, it’s downright creepy. They all look so young. I stopped the car to take some pictures at a place where they had several of those big trucks rigged up with dance floors, stages and huge sound systems and the crowds had already swelled to riotous proportions. They were working on installing stripper poles while I was there. I only stuck my head in for a minute, but brother, what I saw was a festering den of sin, and I mean that in the nicest way. I dunno. It just looked like somebody was bound to get pregnant in there. You can’t put that much exposed flesh together with hormones so thick you can smell it, and not expect something to run amuck. It is a little comforting that there is such a visible police presence, but come this weekend our poor boys in blue are going to need the National Guard to keep this crowd in line. Like I say, it’s only Tuesday as I write this but they are swarming in like mosquitoes. I apologize to my friends at the Chamber of Commerce that I paint a picture that is less that inviting to most, but actually this is the environment that spring breakers are drawn to. I just have to consider my mental well being as just collateral damage and should be thankful that I’m getting a great freak show for free. And the good news is, it’ll be over soon. So hunker down. And wear those seatbelts (even on the beach) and come to a complete stop at all the stop signs. I know I sound like your mother, but you’ll thank me later. And to all you turkeys in your two story pickup trucks that insist on doing donuts on the beach…just know that it’s a perennial favorite of PAPD. You will really impress them with that one. And here’s one last no-brainer: you are a fool if you even think

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