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‘My calling’

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League City-based author Jan Johnson has written books chronicling Galveston’s colorful past. Her most recent work, “Unforgettable Galveston Characters,” features many of the island’s most fascinating people. Photo by Stuart Villanueva

From pirates to famous movie directors, author highlights island characters

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Boston Whaler

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Nathan Martens looks out before driving a 13-foot Boston Whaler out of his dock in Jamaica Beach. Martens enjoys taking the boat out in the canals to enjoy the lights in the evenings. Photo by Kelsey Walling

An unsinkable legend from the 1950s

Nathan Martens of Jamaica Beach, and Jerry Seinfeld, the comedian who can afford any boat or car he wants, have something in common: the Boston Whaler. [Read more…]

Love and books

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Galveston-based writers Joy Jones and James Nelson have co-written their second book together, which is scheduled to publish soon. Photo by Jennifer Reynolds

Couple blends love of Galveston and each other in books

Writers Joy Jones and James Nelson fell in love with Galveston and each other three years ago, and they blended those passions in their books. [Read more…]

Countdown comeback

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Members of the band The Countdown 5, from left, John Balzer, Steve Long, Tommy Murphy, Mack Hayes and Tommy Williams sit together during a reunion at Moody Gardens in Galveston. The Countdown 5 is releasing an international album 50 years later. Photo by Kelsey Walling

Record label remasters and revives music from local 1960s band

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