Police Step Up Enforcement During Holiday Weekend

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Galveston Police Step Up Enforcement During Holiday Weekend

District Attorney Declares “No Refusal” Weekend for July 3rd and 4th

(Galveston, TX) June 27, 2014 – The Galveston Police Department (GPD) will step up enforcement this July 4th holiday with the declaration of a “No Refusal” weekend by Galveston County District Attorney’s office. The “No Refusal” program is an enforcement strategy that allows jurisdictions to obtain search warrants for blood samples from suspected impaired drivers who refuse breath tests. The declaration is in place for Thursday, July 3 and Friday, July 4, 2014. 

GPD will be sending extra patrols utilizing funds from the Impaired Driver Mobilization Grant. This grant is a Texas Department of Transportation initiative providing funds for local law enforcement agencies to conduct driving while intoxicated (DWI) enforcement waves and increase DWI arrests as part of the statewide "Drink. Drive. Go to Jail" program held in conjunction with the national Impaired Driving Mobilization (IDM) campaign.

“We are committed to ensuring the safety of our community this holiday weekend and I am asking for the same commitment from our citizens and guests to be personally responsible and not drink and drive,” stated Galveston Police Chief Henry S. Porretto. “We must reduce our alcohol related vehicle fatalities and injuries, and we must do it as a community.”

For more information, visit www.cityofgalveston.org.

Galveston Island 4th of July Weekend

Galveston Island to Host 3 Nights of Fireworks, Beachfront Parade for July 4th Weekend

GALVESTON – If you’re looking for a change of scenery to celebrate Independence Day, Galveston Island is just the place to make your holiday a true get-a-way. From fireworks over the beach to a traditional hometown parade, Galveston will offer plenty of excitement for the 4th of July.

After the parade, the island will host a 20-minute fireworks show over the Gulf of Mexico near 37th Street and Seawall Boulevard. The beachfront fireworks display – sponsored by the Galveston Park Board of Trustees – will begin at 9:15 p.m.  See More

If you’re in town for the 4th of July, be sure to also check out The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show at the Moody Gardens Hotel. Magic, comedy and Las Vegas-style illusions will entertain you at this exciting show being offered at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. now through July 6. Admission is $20 for adults and $15 for kids ages 3-12. Visit www.magiccomedyshow.com for details.

"The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show has dazzled over 50,000 people at Moody Gardens, changing the show each year with new illusions. You'll see people sawed in half and vanished right before your eyes. You might even get chosen to be part of the show!  Don't miss your chance to see a Vegas-style magic show right here in Galveston!"

The Grand 1894 Opera House will kick off its July performances with the sounds of freedom as the crossover vocal trio, The Texas Tenors, brings its "Let Freedom Ring" show to the big stage July 6. The show will feature songs that blend classical, gospel and Broadway music with a touch of country humor and charm. For more information, visit www.thegrand.com.

Movie Night on The Strand - Saturday, Jul 6th will take place at 7 p.m.

Grab your chairs, blankets and pillows and head to downtown Galveston for a free, family-friendly movie under the stars. Movie Nite on the Strand will take place at 7 p.m. July 6, with a showing of the film Chicago at Saengerfest Park, located at the corner of 23rd and Strand streets.