What is the deal with that huge 10? story abandoned building at Post Office and 33rd? The one that is next/connected to radiant storage?

A commuter who ponders this every day!

Hello, I will be coming to school here this Fall. I am looking for a furnished apartment. I did a little research but I dont see any of them advertise as furnished. Do they exist?

I used to live in Galveston and am coming down tomorrow what area would be best to get Toto my jeep dirty

Any recommendations for a nice apartment building within a couple miles of the airport, ideally with a garage or covered parking although not a deal breaker. I'm relocating from really far away and won't have a chance to view units first, so hoping to get a reliable recommendation.

I’ll be in Galveston this weekend and look to do some walking around, preferably taking in some of the older areas of town. Are there any neighborhoods that are generally considered unsafe to wander around alone and on-foot?

Hi, I am currently a college student majoring in environmental science (more inclined in hospitality) and I am currently looking for part or full time jobs (part time preferably) on the Island. I’ve tried several places like a couple hotels and restaurants but I was told I either don’t have enough experience for a hotel job or I am overqualified to be a server which I thought was odd. Anyone know of places that are hiring with experience not being a factor? I appreciate the help!

Howdy neighbors. Long story short, inherited a beach house, and it has been pretty neglected for the last 15 years. We're pretty much going back to the studs on the renovation to address significant mold, and water damage. The catch is I do not live on the island so I need a really professional general contractor who is responsive and honest. Does anyone have a recommendation of someone they hold in high regard?

Also, would love a recommendation on a window and door brand to look into as we are replacing all the windows and doors.

It's a little 1980s 900 square-foot house but it's on the water

Hello, I’m coming in town for a cruise in February. I’m terrified of Roaches. I used to live in SC, so i know all about southern bugs. What is the roach situation in Galveston? Is it a year round thing? The SC bugs died out in the cold, so I’m hoping it’s the same situation. Also, do most hotels spray for bugs?

Edit: I can tell who is joking and who is not…I think I’ll sleep in the car in the parking lot of the terminal unless the parking spot is under a tree

hi guys! i’ve been accepted into UTMB for BSN summer 2025! anyone else been accepted yet? I would love to start a group me and share the link so we can all get to know each other! 📚💞

I believe it was originally called the us appraiser's building. Looking at one of the lofts this evening and just curious if anyone has heard anything about them? TIA!

I’m planning a one day trip to Galveston from Dallas to support my friend for her marathon. She has no clue I’m planning this because I’m not sure if I’ll even make it. I’m on a budget. Any advice on cheapest way to get from IAH to Galveston? I’d need to get there early morning then come back for my return flight in the afternoon. In Dallas we have trains busses etc from the airport to various cities so I’m wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. Uber and Lyft show $300-400 one way 😭 the round trip flight is $118

my fiancée (F23) is looking for a suit for our wedding, where is a good place to shop for women’s suits on/near-ish island?

thanks in advance 🩷🩷

Curious about what other islanders are doing to charge their Teslas. I see many Teslas around, but no fast charging stations anywhere.

Are there chargers at UTMB?

I have a few family members that do not enjoy flying, so Mexico is out…but was thinking about Galveston, are the any all-inclusive resorts in the Galveston area? Like food/drink all inclusive? Thanks in advance for any info!

hello fellow gtowners, any recommendations for nail shops on the island?

Hello, my wife and I will be traveling down here in late March. I haven't seen much online as far as clothing optional beaches in the area, but we were wondering if there were any unofficial ones lesser known. Thanks in advance!

During Christmas time 20yrs ago i went on a ride called “santas last ride” or something along those lines and I’m hoping someone here had video of that or may remember it I’m desperately trying to find a YouTube video of it.

My husband is interviewing for a position at UTMB. We don’t want to live on the island lol

We have 2 kids (7 and 4) so schools are somewhat important. Doesn’t have to be best of the best but safe and decent. We’re in East Texas and the schools here are terrible.

We’ll probably be renting a SFH. Maybe buying. I work remote. A lot of people say Clear Lake is too far and League City isn’t nice and the commute sucks. But he’s prepared for a commute. What are our options? Lol

Can someone please explain why Island Connect does not have a connection for service to Houston METRO? Montgomery, Ft. Bend, Brazoria counties all have connections… why not Galveston? Am I missing something? There is the Bay Area METRO Park and Ride just north of the Victory Lakes Park and Ride..???

Hi yall! I am looking to move here in the next year or so and wanted to know how yall prepare for hurricanes beyond boarding up homes and getting sandbags.

I know this is probably not a subject yall want to focus on especially after Beryl (and how long it took to get power back to yalls homes) but it's a question I've had on my mind for a while now.

Do yall pack light? Do you try to save as much as you can? How soon after hurricane predictions does your work let you out? Are you expected to work and on your free time prepare? Do you see substantial panic-buying in essential goods directly after predictions? How far inland do you go?
And if you have ridden out a hurricane in Galveston which one and what was it like?

Visited your fine city a few weeks ago and deliberately avoided tolls on Google Maps. Not sure if this is real or not considering the text message originates from the Philippines.

Anyone here recommend a good family law attorney in the area?

How about a Snow woman?

BOI but moved away as a child returning middle aged. I have returned dozens of times since. I have a young adult son with autism and intellectual disability. I was wondering about services for special needs adults like day programs in Galveston, or perhaps close on the mainland. Are there any good reputable live-in group home providers that deal with adults intellectual disabilities? Or ISS/dayhab day programs? I am hoping for specific names even though there may be a waiting list. Ty

Commuters to mainland beware - the temporary lane markers in some areas along i45 construction zones were stripped off (probably by de-icing efforts). Sometimes the lanes are not obvious at all. This is for both north and southbound i45.

Today traffic was light but it created some problems. I expect tomorrow it might be worse.

Snow in Galveston yesterday