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Texas town wants to capitalize on German roots Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:57AMJudy Young stoops down to point out her favorite feature of the sidewalk: a thick, bronze ring attached to the curb, about the size of a bracelet, weathered and rusted.
Texas town looks to German roots Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:57AMSome residents say New Braunfels, Texas, sister city to Braunfels, Germany, isn't "German" enough. So the town wants more visible evidence to let those from outside the area know what it's about: a sign that says "Wilkommen."
Ride the Waves With Cheapflights.ca's Top 10 Water Parks Worldwide Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:04AMTORONTO, ON--(Marketwire - 07/14/11) - Cheapflights.ca , the online leader in publishing travel deals, takes you on a wet n' wild summer fun adventure with its list of the Top 10 Water Parks Worldwide . If you are looking for an exciting adventure, indoor or outdoor, with thrilling water coasters, wave pools, and jaw dropping slides, Cheapflights.ca's list offers an all-ages fun day out. So ...
Water Park Tickets Up for Grabs During KTAB On The Road Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 4:42PMEver watched Wheel of Fortune following KTAB News at 6 p.m. and thought you have what it takes to solve the puzzle? A few dozen people will get the opportunity during "spin the wheel" during KTAB's On The Road Tour.
Cheapflights.com Splashes Its Way Through Summer Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:22AMCool Off With Our Top 10 Water Parks Worldwide
Cedar Park Schlitterbahn pushed to 2013 Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 3:33PMA year and a half after the Cedar Park Schlitterbahn project was announced, it is still in the proposal stages.
Galveston Island enjoying tourism boost Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 6:03PMThe heat is on across Texas and what better place to cool off than in the water, giving Galveston Island a tourism boost
Safety measures added at Comal River Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 5:10PMThe Prince Solms Park gateway will be a controlled-access point to stagger the number of tubers entering the Comal River.
Local news in brief, 06/27 Sunday, June 26, 2011 @ 10:44PMLocal news in brief, 06/27
High school football, pro soccer to continue at Lockhart Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 6:27PMFAA relents and allows sports to continue at Fort Lauderdale stadium High school sports teams can continue to play football at Lockhart Stadium, and the professional Strikers soccer team can stay as well.
High school football, pro soccer can continue at Lockhart Stadium Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 6:23PMHigh school sports teams can continue to play football at Lockhart Stadium , and the professional Strikers soccer team can stay as well. A last-minute deal with the Federal Aviation Administration will allow the sporting events to continue at the stadium next to the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport for six more months.
Filling your belly in New Braunfels Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 1:11PMFilling your belly in New Braunfels
FAA expected to extend Lockhart lease six months Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 7:27PMThe Federal Aviation Administration has agreed to a six-month extension of the Lockhart Stadium lease, according to a release by the Broward County School Board..
Texas-Sized Family Fun Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 3:39PMThe Lone Star State has many family-friendly attractions. From spelunking to sea life, there is plenty of fun for all age groups. Texas and Germany may seem like separate worlds, but the German-heritage town of New Braunfels is home to the original Schlitterbahn -- a family-owned, family-friendly water park.
Schlitterbahn Plans Still on Track Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 7:10PMDespite yesterday's announcement of a planned waterpark near Whataburger field a major developer and landholder on Padre Island says plans for a Schlitterbahn water park and resort are still on track.
Port of Corpus Christi to sell land for possible water park Tuesday, June 14, 2011 @ 10:53AMDurrill, Adame group had leased land | POLL
Big Ben & Steelers -- Wetting Themselves Tuesday, June 14, 2011 @ 2:41AMFiled under: Ben Roethlisberger , TMZ Sports Ben Roethlisberger and his Pittsburgh Steeler pals are barely keeping their heads above water during the lockout -- in fact ... they SOAKED their unemployed asses at a waterpark in Texas this weekend. Big Ben and the boys took a much needed break from doing nothing on Saturday -- and stopped by the Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels. A rep for ...
Summer fun at Schlitterbahn Water Park Tuesday, June 7, 2011 @ 9:36AMEvery year thousands of families from across the state and beyond flock to Schilitterbahn Water Park on South Padre Island looking for some "fun in the sun and a chance to get cooled off.
New Braunfels and Canyon Lake Ready for Summer Fun Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 12:07PMThe favorite water recreation destination for generations of Texans is ready for the Memorial Day weekend.
Fitch Affirms New Braunfels (TX) GOs and COs at 'AA'; Outlook Stable Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 10:46AMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch takes the following rating action on the city of New Braunfels, Texas's (the city) as part of its continuous surveillance effort: --$1.3 million of outstanding general obligation (GO) bonds, series 2006 affirmed at 'AA'; --$72.5 million of outstanding certificates of obligation (CO), series 2003, 2004, 2006A, 2006B 2007, 2008 and 2009 affirmed at 'AA'. The Rating ...
Schlitterbahn Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 10:10AMCORPUS CHRISTI (Kiii News) - Schlitterbahn is a family owned and operated water park in Texas. First Edition asked what plans, if any, there are to develop a park on Padre Island.
Old Town Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 1:36AMSchlitterbahn’s Water Park in New Braunfels, Texas Swooshing through the dark tube on a ribbon of water, we slam from ... 0 Devils Postpile. These columns are over 60ft. tall and are entirely natural. Located outside the beautiful Mammoth, CA. this national ...
Local Briefs, 05/24 Monday, May 23, 2011 @ 10:13PMLocal News in Brief, 05/24
Media Challenge to benefit CBC Sunday, May 22, 2011 @ 10:03PMCommunity Blood Center, the provider of blood services to local hospitals, is conducting a blood drive Tuesday at the Media Challenge in the lower level of West Ridge Mall by JCPenney, 1801 S.W. Wanamaker. People can donate blood from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday. To make an appointment, visit www.esavealifenow.org and use sponsor code mediachallenge. People also can call ...
Sea-Arama was an early marine theme park Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 11:59PMGALVESTON Sea-Arama Marineworld opened in 1965 on Galveston Island as one of the first marine theme parks in the country.
Schlitterbahn to open Saturday Thursday, May 19, 2011 @ 4:53PMSchlitterbahn Kansas City Waterpark will open for its second full season Saturday, May 21.
Schlitterbahn open weekdays Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 10:36PMNEW BRAUNFELS — Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort fans flooded through the front gates Wednesday after the park expanded its hours to weekdays.
First Bell: Langston Hughes gift set in stone; more Project Graduation raffle prizes revealed; local students headed ... Monday, May 16, 2011 @ 2:07AMTime for another edition of First Bell, a look at news and other educational items involving schools in the area.
Get Wet & Wild with the Schlitterbahn Waterpark Package Offered at Overland Park Marriott Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 11:29AMTreat the family to a water adventure at Schlitterbahn Waterpark when you stay at Overland Park Marriott. The Overland Park, KS, hotel is offering guests an exclusive package to help families make time for a weekend of fun this summer.
Nik Wallenda Explosive Stunt Spectacular This Saturday, May 14. Free with Park Admission! Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 6:00AMSchlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark is proud to present the Nik Wallenda Explosive Stunt Spectacular this Saturday, May 14. This special event is free with park admission.
Lagging economy has not affected summer employment Sunday, May 1, 2011 @ 12:11AMThe temperatures are rising, and the school year is winding down. Its time to start thinking about summer jobs.
New Braunfels’ top tourist attraction ready for another banner year Friday, April 29, 2011 @ 8:36PMLAURA McKENZIE/Herald-Zeitung Operations manager Justin Loehr tests the Boogie Bahn surf ride at Schlitterbahn on Thursday in preparation for opening day.
WIN THIS: Schlitterbahn family vacation on Memorial Day weekend Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 2:20PMFestiva and The Monitor are looking to send one lucky Rio Grande Valley family on a Memorial Day vacation they won’t forget. Beginning at 8 a.m. Sunday, May 1, you’ll have the chance to enter our drawing for a Schlitterbahn prize package that...
New council will face budget crunch, development issues Saturday, April 23, 2011 @ 10:03PMBudget woes, development issues top list
Yuju music fest continues on SPI Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 9:45PMTIME: 6 p.m. – 3 a.m. TICKETS: At the door, $35 or $40.
New Braunfels officer injured in collision Monday, April 18, 2011 @ 4:02PMshare: digg facebook twitter NEW BRAUNFELS — A police officer is recovering from minor injuries suffered when a pickup struck her patrol car. Ryan Robert Ronk, 28, of New Braunfels, driver of the truck, was charged with driving while intoxicated in connection with the accident, which occurred in the pre-dawn hours Saturday, said New Braunfels police Lt. John McDonald.
Is it hard to do business in Corpus Christi? Saturday, April 16, 2011 @ 10:43PMFailed projects lend credence to perception
Park Board Again Offering Discounted Theme Park Tickets Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 3:57PM(Springfield, MO) -- The Springfield-Greene County Park Board says it's once again taking part in a discount theme park ticket consignment program this year.
Residents: Schlitterbahn Putting Lives In Danger Thursday, April 7, 2011 @ 10:05PMAngry residents filled the New Braunfels City Council Chamber to confront city officials about how the process governing Schiltterbahn's biggest expansion in 20 years has put their lives in danger.
Schlitterbahn considers Padre Island location Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 10:54AMCorpus Christi developers looking at possible site for retail, dining and lodging
Travel Matters: Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens prepare new attractions Saturday, April 2, 2011 @ 12:01PMTravel Matters: Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens prepare new attractions
About 2,000 jobs now open at Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels Tuesday, March 29, 2011 @ 1:53PMLooking for a summer job? Consider the Schlitterbahn water park in New Braunfels. More than 2,000 positions will be filled there from lifeguards, food and beverage, to costumed characters to entertain visitors. Applicants must be able to work weekends and holidays throughout the summer. Click here for an application.
Schlitterbahn to open world's longest lazy river Thursday, March 10, 2011 @ 6:22PMshare: digg facebook twitter The Falls has “raging rapids, careening waterfalls and giant waves,” park officials said in a prepared statement. [...] Schlitterbahn is adding Treehaus lodging units, beaches, new lounging locations, the Grand Lawn event area, large family-size cabanas and the Wasserstrasse river walk along the banks of the Comal River.
Not all are applauding Schlitterbahn expansion Sunday, March 6, 2011 @ 1:36PMshare: digg facebook twitter The expansion will include a lazy river and new resort rooms. The bigger park will likely be an economic boon for this river city popular with summer tourists, but it’s upsetting one resident.
Not all are applauding Schlitterbahn expansion Sunday, March 6, 2011 @ 12:53AMWimberly Martin, 50, says the commercialization of a part of the riverfront will bring boisterous tourists too close to her backyard.
Cameron County plans to open satellite office in Harlingen Saturday, March 5, 2011 @ 1:11AMBROWNSVILLE — Cameron County Clerk Joe G. Rivera’s office plans to open a satellite office soon at the Harlingen Annex on Wilson Road to collect fines from justice of the peace courts and misdemeanor cases in county courts-at-law.The office will...
County clerk to open satellite in Harlingen Friday, March 4, 2011 @ 10:15PMCameron County Clerk Joe G. Rivera's office plans to open a satellite at the Harlingen Annex on Wilson Road to collect fines from justice-of-the-peace courts and misdemeanor cases in county courts-at-law.
Schlitterbahn: expansion means growth, controversy Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 11:32PMshare: digg facebook twitter Schlitterbahn's first and biggest water park will expand this summer in New Braunfels with additions that include a new lazy river and treehouse-themed resort rooms that will look out over the Comal River. Wimberly Martin, the only resident who has openly complained about the project, said crews have made the riverfront an eyesore in recent weeks as they tear down ...
Schlitterbahn Expansion Opposed By Resident Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 9:05PMAs Schlitterbahn expands along the banks of the Comal River, one resident is fighting back.
Anger over Schlitterbahn expansion flows down Comal River Tuesday, March 1, 2011 @ 11:37AMNEW BRAUNFELS, Texas -- From her wicker chair, Vicki Martin can hear the rush and gurgle of the emerald water as it roars by her elevated home on the hill. Since the 1960s she’s lived here in her parent’s house, a home on stilts with a bird’s eye view of the Comal River. “Me and my dad used to sit over there and he’d tell me, ‘One of these days we’re going to have a house right over there ...