Texas City Tells

Episode 57: Texas City Tells - April Events

Episode 56: Texas City Tells - Community Development

Our City of Texas City, TX Department of Community Development is repairing & rebuilding homes for elderly & disabled residents, providing up to $7500 for first-time home buyers to use for closing costs and down payments, revitalizing low-income areas, and organizing beautification projects throughout the city.Find out more about these programs and others they offer in this episode of "Texas City Tells," just in time for Community Development Week.Plus, we're issuing a challenge to Texas...

Episode 55: Texas City Tells - Economic Development

"Sit down, strap in and prepare for a completely different Texas City. "That was one of the first things Economic Development Director Kristin Edwards said in this episode of Texas City Tells, and she meant it! Tune in to hear about restaurants coming, new entertainment venues opening, businesses expanding, the number of houses being planned, the new Community Plaza & dog park and so much more. Plus, find out about the grants and incentives available to existing businesses, along with the re...

Episode 54: Texas City Tells - St. Patrick's Day

This month is packed with fun, and we're talking about all of it! Tune in to this episode of Texas City Tells to hear about parades, Easter egg hunts, City Commission, and the Texas City Art Festival. Plus, to thank you for watching and sharing, we're giving away a Chromebook to one lucky person. Comment below with a description of the art that Jennifer missed out on last year at the Art Festival for a chance to win. Plus, find out what topic was controversial enough to make our producer put our...

Episode 53: Texas City Tells - Public Works

We've talked a lot about Public Works lately; now, hear directly from the expert. In this episode of "Texas City Tells" we're talking with Public Works Director Jack Haralson about pump stations, street repairs, drainage, adding sidewalks and more.It's a longer episode because we're covering a lot, including some of your questions. Tune in to hear the answers and find out about projects being done now and coming up in Texas City!

Episode 52: Texas City Tells - Mayor Dedrick Johnson

You've probably seen the banners around town. But do you know what Community Matters 2030 is?Find out more about the plan that is changing the future of our city in this episode of our podcast, Texas City Tells!

Episode 51: Texas City Tells - Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! We have a Valentine's Day debate going on in this new episode of our Texas City Tells podcast, and we need your help to settle it. Plus, you'll find out about what's going on in Texas City in the next few weeks, hear about some of our favorite events (and funny memories that went with them), and find out how you can serve the community.

Episode 050: Texas City Tells: Christmas Events

Tune in for a very merry episode of Texas City Tells, where we're talking all things Christmas! Find out about some of the holiday season fun we have planned, starting in just a couple of weeks.There's a parade, a winter wonderland with 100,000 lbs. of snow, visits from Santa, a candy bar, food trucks, vendors, lots of lights, Christmas music and much more. Get the scoop on it all!

Texas City Tales: Ouija

See if you can spot our Halloween inspiration as you enjoy some spooky stories in this episode of Texas City "Tales." Plus, as a special treat, a familiar face is back! So, sit back, relax, and don't look under the bed. And for even more Halloween tales, check out the unedited, extended version of this episode on our YouTube channel!

Episode 049: Texas City Tells: Texas City Martial Arts

When Texas City Martial Arts says that they offer classes for all ages, they mean it! Their students start as young as four years old and range all the way to 75 years old.They're in a new building but are still committed to the same long-standing principles and values.In this episode of Texas City Tells, learn more about the classes and programs they offer and all of the benefits that come along with them....

Episode 048: Texas City Tells: SID's Grooming & More

Local dog groomer SiD’s Grooming & More is about to celebrate their one-year anniversary in Texas City, but more important to them are the dogs they've been able to help. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out about how their business has grown to include training, boarding, day care and creative dog grooming, and how they are helping local animal rescues find homes for animals in need....

Episode 047: Texas City Tells: Sweet Frog

Walk into the room and get greeted with a round of applause! In this episode of Texas City Tells, learn more about Sweet Frog, a premium frozen yogurt business that prides itself on making customers feel special -- from their trademark greeting to making sure all of your favorite toppings are stocked. Find out more about all of the services they offer, from frozen yogurt to fitness classes!

Episode 046: Texas City Tells: Beazer Homes

A new, 137-homesite community is being built on 56 acres in the heart of Texas City. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out more about Beazer Homes , why they chose this location and how the homes they are building here in Texas City are the most energy-efficient homes they've ever built....

Episode 045: Texas City Tells: Texas Feed & Supply

Texas City Feed & Supply has been in Texas City since the 1930s. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out more about all of the services they offer and learn about the rich history of this Texas City institution.

Episode 044: Texas City Tells: Recreation & Tourism

Our Recreation & Tourism Department has tons of fun planned! In this episode of Texas City Tells, hear about the action-packed line-up they have planned as we talk about all of the events coming up in October.

Episode 043: Texas City Tells: Success on the Spectrum

Texas City is home to the only ABA clinic in Galveston County. Find out more about Success on the Spectrum, which provides a variety of therapy services to children with developmental delays. Plus, get details about the workshops and community events they provide for children with autism & their families, including their upcoming Annual Autism Festival.

Episode 042: Texas City Tells: Galveston County Food Bank

For 20 years, the Galveston County Food Bank has been changing lives by providing easy access to nutritional food. Want to help? Located right here in Texas City, the food bank offers ways for people of all ages to get involved...and some of them might surprise you! Find out more in the newest episode of Texas City Tells. Plus, get the scoop on their upcoming event, where you can have a frighteningly good time, while helping to support the food bank!...

Episode 041: Texas City Tells: Blaze & BBQ Bash

Food trucks, a BBQ cookoff, two concerts, firefighter games & more -- in this episode of Texas City Tells, find out about all of the fun planned at our upcoming Blaze & BBQ Bash!

Episode 040: Texas City Tells: The Bloopers Season 2

An announcement about our Texas City Tells podcast, plus all of our favorite behind-the-scenes bloopers from Season 2!

Episode 039 Texas City Tells: The Post

For 20 years, The Post Newspaper. Your Community News has been on a mission to highlight the good in our community. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out more about the paper and its focus on the people, events, and programs in Galveston County....

Episode 038 Texas City Tells: UTMB - Dr. Ford Ben-Okoli

June is Men's Health Month, and Dr. Ford Ben-Okoli from UTMB Health is sharing his top tips and advice for men to stay healthy. (And some of them may surprise you!) Find out more and learn about Dr. Ben-Okoli in this episode of Texas City Tells.

Episode 037 Texas City Tells: Joe Tumbleson

Hurricane season has officially started, and our Emergency Manager Joe Tumbleson wants to make sure you are prepared. In this episode of Texas City Tells, get tips on how to get ready and find out all the details about our hurricane preparedness event coming up later this month.

Episode 036 Texas City Tells: Grand Prize BBQ

For 34 years, Grand Prize BBQ has been a staple in Texas City. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out which dish is their most popular, get tips on perfecting your BBQ and watch as we try some of their most popular appetizers.

Episode 035 Texas City Tells: Studio Barris

For Barris with Studio Barris Barber Shop, being a barber has been a passion for almost his entire life; he has been cutting hair since he was 12 years old! In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out more about Barris, why he loves what he does and how he is constantly expanding the services he offers.

Episode 034 Texas City Tells: Cook Ford

Cook Ford does so much more than just selling vehicles. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out about their community events, all of the services they offer, and their focus on serving the community.

Episode 033 Texas City Tells: Coffee Connection

Texas City-based Coffee Connection has a mission: touching lives one cup at a time. In this episode of Texas City Tells, learn more about this non-profit coffee shop that donates all proceeds to organizations that help people in need in our community.

Episode 032 Texas City Tells: Houston Kiteboarding

See Texas City in a whole new way: out in the water & up in the air! In this episode of Texas City Tells, Houston Kiteboarding gives us all the info on kiteboarding, efoil and hydrofoil and explains how you can learn them all. Plus, find out why they say Texas City is the perfect place for all of these water sports and learn more about how their business has boomed since relocating here....

Episode 031 Texas City Tells: Mainland Tools

For more than 40 years, Mainland Tool & Supply has been a staple in our community. In this episode of Texas City Tells, find out about all of the equipment you can rent, the tool repairs and other services they provide, and a community event they're hosting in a few weeks....

Episode 030 Texas City Tells: The Lone Star Deluxe Car Show

Next week, 6th Street will be filled with hundreds of custom vehicles, food trucks, vendors, live music and much more!In this episode of Texas City Tells, learn more about the 10th annual Lone Star Deluxe, hear how it started and how it's grown, and find out how you can win a cash prize...if you can stomach a little heat. The Lone Star Deluxe will be held on Saturday, May 6 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event....

Episode 029 Texas City Tells: Lulac #255

One of the city's most popular events is coming back at the end of this month, and event organizers are expecting it to be bigger and better than ever!In this episode of Texas City Tells, we talk with LULAC Council 255 about the upcoming Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival. Hear about all of the dancing, music, vendors, food trucks, raffles and more they are expecting, as they raise money for scholarships....