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With the holiday season upon us, it is essential to remember that many residents in the Coastal Bend may need a helping hand this winter. In a previous article, I…

The month of December is proclaimed as National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month or National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day is described…

Thanksgiving is a time when many of us gather to share a special meal with family and friends, celebrating the season. However, it is also important to remember that there…

The month of November is a time to recognize the sacrifices of the men and women who served in the armed forces. U.S. veterans have made major sacrifices for the…

The month of November is recognized as National Epilepsy Awareness Month. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. In addition to this,…

October is recognized as Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals(ASPCA), designated this month to bring awareness of dogs who need a home and to…

The Coastal Bend Blood Center was formed in 1969 to centralize blood donation efforts in the South Texas area, as well as for Port Aransas, Rockport-Fulton, and Corpus Christi communities.…

Every year, the month of October is recognized as National Fire Prevention Month. The purpose of this month is to raise awareness about home fire prevention. According to the National…

The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. According to the National Research Center on Domestic Violence, 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men are…