Galveston County sheriff debunks email claiming Jeep Weekend beach closures

An email on Tuesday from the Galveston County Parks department that circulated to vendors states that the county's beaches would remain closed over Jeep Weekend, a loosely organized event that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to Crystal Beach every year.

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Mardi Gras Galveston celebrations start tomorrow. Here’s what to know

Galveston is home to the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country, roping in thousands of bead-covered celebrators every year.

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