Rescue during Ike follows harrowing survival on Bolivar Peninsula
Michael Anderson, trapped by floodwaters and moving debris, drifted for hours after his van overturned near Gilchrist during Ike. Rescued by deputies Abernathy and Anderson with helicopter airlifts, he survived with injuries and credits Bayside Community Hospital and local staff for his recovery while his family awaits insurance and FEMA outcomes.
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Community fundraiser aims to aid neighbors after Ike
Havel leads a fundraising oversight committee with banking and church leaders including Mike Wilson and Bill Woods. Events feature a family fun day and musical concert with raffles to recruit 20 to 25 volunteers per captains. Kick-off lunch at Roseland Park Pavilion on Saturday November 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets $5. Contact Dave Havel at 832 444 9569 for tickets and volunteer inquiries.
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Oak Island Residents Rebuild With Help From Neil Diamond
Oak Island residents work night and day to survive after a disaster. Neil Diamond visited incognito and joined a community meeting, witnessing a shared effort between Jewish groups and Baptist church members to rebuild. Baytown neighbors have donated tents heaters clothing and food. Officials urge help and aim to return to normalcy before January.
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REL Baseball Golf Tourney at Goose Creek CC
The 5th annual REL Baseball Booster Club Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday December 13 at Goose Creek Country Club with a 9:00 start. Call Coach Hackney at 281-420-4535 extension 4205 or 281-814-7748 for information and a registration form. Entry is $85 for single players or $340 for a team of four.
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Dauber Ken Pridgeon art on display at Capital Bank
Art by Ken Pridgeon known as The Dauber is exhibited at Capital Bank on Garth Road through November and December. The Brunson Theater painting is part of the November display with viewing during banking hours. Enterprise Gallery details at Lee College to follow. contact 281-427-1114 for information.
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