Little Strip is just a legal fairy tale
The state should either make possessing slot machines illegal or make gambling legal, then regulate and tax casinos.
November 21, 2009

A way to replant island’s lost trees
As we’ve said before, trees are important. If you're an islander, follow the rules on Saturday to be given one free.
November 20, 2009

Another problem with the census
For funding reasons, the city of Galveston wants residents to ensure they're counted in April's census, but the island's population still could be falling.
November 19, 2009

Vital questions on public housing
Galveston Housing Authority’s proposals don’t answer several questions vital to consideration of the rebuilding of the city’s public housing.
November 18, 2009

Feds right in HUD spat with state
Federal officials got it right when rejecting the state's plan for disbursing new storm recovery funds. The plan did not deserve approval.
November 17, 2009

A welcome OSHA crackdown on BP
Despite claims from some in the community, OSHA's record fine against BP is in the best interest of the work force.
November 15, 2009

Secrecy no basis for democracy
Government’s instinctive desire to operate secretly seldom has anything to do with legitimate security concerns. It more often is about self preservation.
November 14, 2009

Free tree removal is so important
There are good reasons apply for free tree removal in Galveston and to encourage neighbors to do the same. Remember, the deadline is Sunday.
November 13, 2009

System does not inspire the voters
Galveston's school board voting system, for whatever its merits, doesn’t exactly inspire voters. It's time to consider change.
November 12, 2009

Hard times in the mosquitoes war
The fall is a bad time to be surrounded by mosquitoes, especially as it’s difficult to control their numbers.
November 10, 2009

The necessity for public housing
The housing authority’s new plan for mixed-income projects is more than reasonable; it’s necessary.
November 08, 2009

A time to mourn, not for a debate
In the wake of the shootings at Fort Hood, we should put the old debate about minorities to bed, lower our flags and mourn.
November 07, 2009

Hospitals without signs of the times
A 2008 study shows almost no hospital or clinic in Galveston County was complying with a law about information on charity and discounted-price care.
November 06, 2009

Imperfect system but worth a vote
The county's new super precinct balloting system had some glitches during Tuesday's elections, but it's a good step toward an efficient future.
November 05, 2009

Island a charter school laboratory
All the initial thoughts on the likely effects of charter schools have been disproved by the experience of Galveston's Odyssey Academy and Ambassadors Preparatory Academy.
November 04, 2009