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Bobby Stanton
Sep 151 min read
Starstruck on the Gulf Coast
What are the odds of seeing Meghan Markle. the Duchess of Sussex, at the same party as Kane Brown, the Country powerhouse? Actually, not...
Bobby Stanton
Sep 84 min read
The common denominator is you
Meet Bobby Bryant Jr., CEO and founder of DOSS Group, an AI-powered real estate technology firm based in Houston. According to LinkedIn,...
Bobby Stanton
Sep 81 min read
Nature reimagined
After Hurricane Ike, talented sculptors transformed storm-ravaged trees into stunning works of art, giving them a second life. Once...
Bobby Stanton
Sep 81 min read
A day that lives in infamy
The 1900 Storm reminds us of resilience, unity, and hope, as Galveston rose from tragedy to rebuild stronger together #galveston...
Bobby Stanton
Aug 311 min read
The Strand is full of surprises!
Warm-blooded or cold-blooded, The Strand has it all! A recent stroll led me to all kinds of creatures. Takeaway: The Strand is full of...
Bobby Stanton
Aug 251 min read
Galveston Getaway: Rest, Relax, and Rejuvenate
Sousanne Romina, who was born and raised in Kenya, embraces the island's charm on a sunny, laid-back summer weekend....
Bobby Stanton
Aug 161 min read
Nia Cultural Center on The Strand
Celebrating Galveston's rich black history, one life at a time
Bobby Stanton
Aug 141 min read
Great day to have a great day on the island!
Things just couldn't be better for Sandra Hock, who is kicking back and chilling on The Strand after spending the day with family and...
Bobby Stanton
Aug 131 min read
'The Good Life' on the Island
What is the good life in Galveston? Thaddeus, a consultant who lives on the island, offers his take.
Bobby Stanton
Aug 41 min read
Dog Day Afternoon
Dog days of summer? Not for this pooch, enjoying the chill vibes on The Strand!
Bobby Stanton
Aug 41 min read
Life and Joy in African Art
Art is life for Byron Harper, who has dedicated his life to exploring the beauty and complexity of African art
Bobby Stanton
Aug 41 min read
A Day in the Life on the Island
Soaking up the sights and sounds of the Galveston waterfront on a balmy summer day
Bobby Stanton
Aug 41 min read
The Good Life on The Strand
Timmie Hines, manager of Lapalapa at 21st and Strand, totally gets the essence of the good life.
Bobby Stanton
Jul 11 min read
Stogie Bliss
They arrived on the island to enjoy some good food, sunshine, and of course, premium cigars at one of Galveston's top stops for smooth...
Bobby Stanton
Jun 183 min read
Draden Rush: In it to win it on the island
Humans of Galveston: Who do I have the honor and privilege of speaking with today? Draven: My name Draven Rush. Humans of...
Bobby Stanton
May 241 min read
First meeting: That heartwarming moment when you first lay eyes on your puppy
B.J., who works at 1877 on the Strand, is all smiles after receiving a new edition to his life - a new puppy that he he has named Rascal....
Bobby Stanton
Mar 241 min read
Billy Ray Hays: Bringing nature's art to life
On a typical summer day, Billy Ray Hays wakes up at the break of dawn to locate a palm tree with the most exquisite leaves. His mission...
Bobby Stanton
Mar 171 min read
Steven Gourrier: New Horizons
When it comes to education, BOI Steven Gourrier has pretty much seen it all, from the trenches of the classroom to school administration....
Bobby Stanton
Feb 241 min read
Mary Katherine Clark: The Art of Life
Mary Katherine Clark defies definition. She's a prolific artist, a devoted naturalist and an overall awesome human being. She was kind...
Bobby Stanton
Feb 191 min read
Kaitlin: 'Bad luck can be good luck'
Good times come with the bad, but sometimes it's the other way around. Katlin puts it in perspective in a chat with Humans of Galveston...
Bobby Stanton
Feb 191 min read
Let's Stay Together: Love is the key
Marriage is no easy walk in the park. But Pete and Sherry have found the key to unlocking love's secrets which they share while chilling...
Bobby Stanton
Jan 11 min read
Full Circle: Galveston's own 'Bruh-Man' from 'Martin' back on the block
For many BOI’s, he’s known as Reginald Ballard, an all-state linebacker at Ball High School and who also made his mark on the football...
Bobby Stanton
Dec 31, 20231 min read
Keeping it Real: A life of creativity, passion and love
Judy Foston Stanford has pretty much seen it all in her decades-long career as CEO of Foston International Communications Inc., a...
Bobby Stanton
Nov 12, 20231 min read
BOI Greg Samford: A life of giving, caring and love
Meet Galveston's own Greg Samford, my lifelong friend and a super human being. He shares his thoughts about the island, his hopes and...
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