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Boat Show & Market Days March 21 and 22
The Padre Island Yacht Club will feature a variety of items for sale at its 3rd Annual Boat Show &

Stuff I Heard on the Island
By Dale Rankin My first spring break in Port Aransas was the year I got my driver’s license. I drove

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By Dale Rankin This is the week we take a deep breath Around The Island as Spring Break 2026 winds

Whitecap NPI kicks marketing into high gear
By Dale Rankin The developers of the Whitecap NPI project on Padre Island have hired two international development firms to
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For nearly three decades, The Island Moon has had the privilege of sharing the stories that make Padre Island such a special place to call home. From local events and community milestones to the everyday moments that bring us together, this paper has always been about more than just news—it’s about connection.
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