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Flash flooding in South Texas

Brownsville, TX · 5h

Travel Pug

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Gulf Coast Towns Where Retirees Pay Less

The Gulf of Mexico looks the same from a condo balcony in Destin and from a fishing pier in a town most people have never heard of. The difference shows up on the monthly statements, where one address can cost a retiree far more than the other for the same salt air and the same ... Read more

Rockport, TX · 1d

CrossroadsTodaycom Victoria Television Group

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Environmental group requests state investigation into Formosa Plastics explosion

POINT COMFORT, Texas — San Antonio Bay Estuarine Waterkeeper has filed a formal environmental complaint and request for investigation with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding the Formosa Plastics explosion that occurred Oct. 28. The complaint requests a state investigation into the early morning explosion and fire at the facility's polyethylene units and associated product storage silos. Residents in Calhoun and Jackson counties reported hearing a loud boom and feeling the ground shake when the explosion occurred. No injuries were reported. Formosa officials have said there is no indication the incident caused any off-site environmental impacts. However, the complaint argues that questions remain about the substances involved, the quantity of materials released and the thermal conditions during the fire. The organization also expressed concerns about the possible deposition of toxic byproducts and the runoff of fire-suppression chemicals into nearby waterways. The request asks TCEQ to: Identify the materials involved and any potential emissions. Investigate potential air quality impacts. Evaluate the basis for public assurances and review the evidence supporting Formosa's statements that no hazards were detected. Investigate potential impacts to drainage systems and receiving waters. Evaluate regulatory compliance and determine whether the incident or the facility's response involved any

Calhoun County, TX · 3d

CrossroadsTodaycom Victoria Television Group

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Port Lavaca to hold public hearing on final comprehensive plan draft

PORT LAVACA, Texas - The City of Port Lavaca is holding a public hearing on the final draft of its comprehensive plan.

Port Lavaca, TX · 2d

mySanAntonio.com

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Beloved South Texas lake continues to dip below 100% capacity

This spring, Lake Corpus Christi was just 8.3% full. Summer rains brought a dramatic rebound, but the lake has been losing water again. 💧

Corpus Christi, TX · 23h

southtexasnews.com

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Rockport City Council to seat new member, weigh subdivision sidewalk rules

ROCKPORT, Texas — A new council member will take the oath of office and city leaders will consider requiring sidewalks and curbs in future residential developments when the Rockport City Council meets Monday, Nov. 9. The council convenes in regular session at 5 p.m. at City Hall. At the...

Rockport, TX · 2d

NewsTalk 1290

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Experience Cuero's Christmas in The Park in Luxury Thanks To The First State Bank

Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, will make an appearance and there will be an awesome firework show to close out the evening. Texas Coast Limousine will dive to and from Christmas in the Park

Cuero, TX · 2d

ABC News

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South Texas under flood threat as heavy rain slams region

San Antonio and Corpus Christi are among the cities under a flood threat.

Texas · 17h

myfamilytravels.com

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A Hurricane Destroyed This Texas Pier, Then a $28.5 Million Rebuild Brought the 1,240-Foot Landmark Back to Life

A diamond-shaped fishing deck now stretches over Gulf waves where a hurricane left a beloved pier unusable. The rebuilt structure features wider walkways and accessible ramps, giving visitors a new way to enjoy this Texas shoreline. Hurricane Hanna badly damaged the old pier in 2020. After a $28.5 million rebuilding...

Corpus Christi, TX · 2d

CrossroadsTodaycom Victoria Television Group

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Mosquito spraying continues in Victoria County

VICTORIA - A week of mosquito spraying in Victoria County will wrap up tonight.

Victoria County, TX · 2d

12NewsNow

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Flooding concerns in Texas Nov. 8 and 9

Texas · 2d

KRIS 6 News

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Whitecap prepares for grand opening on North Padre Island

Take a look inside Whitecap, the $800 million North Padre Island development designed around waterfront homes, boating, recreation and coastal living.

Corpus Christi, TX · 3d

KRIS 6 News

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Robstown mourns loss of Adolfo Lopez Sr.

The City of Robstown is mourning the loss of City Council Member Adolfo Lopez Sr., who died after battling cancer. Community leaders are remembering his years of service on the city council, school board and as a mentor to generations of athletes.

Robstown, TX · 1d

KRIS 6 News

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Corpus Christi at-large council race heads to three-way runoff for two seats

Mark Scott won his at-large seat outright. Vaughn, Mendoza, and Miller head to a Dec. 12 runoff for the remaining two seats.

Corpus Christi, TX · 4d

southtexasnews.com

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Do you know Rockport? The Old Turtle Pens

Along the Rockport shoreline there are still scraps of old wooden pens. The historical marker put up in 2011 says they're what is left of the turtle pens from the late 1800s, when most of the town's packing houses were butchering and canning sea turtles. After the Civil War, ranchers...

Rockport, TX · 4d

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From Tejano superstar to Congress: Bobby Pulido wins historic South Texas race

SAN ANTONIO - A congressional race in South Texas will see a Democrat representing constituents for the next few years. Democrat Bobby Pulido, a Tejano music superstar, defeated Republican incumbent Monica De La Cruz in Congressional District 15. The district stretches from San Antonio's Southeast Side through parts of Corpus...

San Antonio, TX · 4d

KRIS 6 News

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Just 23 votes separate District 4 runoff candidates

The race for Corpus Christi City Council District 4 is headed to a Dec. 12 runoff, and some Padre Island voters already know what they want to hear from the two candidates left.

Corpus Christi, TX · 4d

southtexasnews.com

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Ingleside VFD to host sensory-friendly Breakfast with Santa Dec. 5

INGLESIDE — The Ingleside Fire Department will host a sensory-friendly hour during its annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 5. The sensory session, scheduled from 7:45-8:45 a.m. at the fire department, is designed to offer a quieter, calmer environment for individuals and families who benefit from a sensory-friendly setting.

Ingleside, TX · 3d

KRIS 6 News

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Who leads Coastal Bend county races? Kenedy judge contest separated by 6 votes

Just six votes separate the Kenedy County judge candidates. See unofficial results from county races in Kleberg, Bee, Jim Wells, Brooks, San Patricio, Refugio and Duval counties.

Kleberg County, TX · 4d

KRIS 6 News

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Guajardo, Hernandez headed to mayoral runoff

The matchup also comes with a history between the two City Council members. Hernandez was one of two council members who voted to remove Guajardo as mayor back in August.

Corpus Christi, TX · 5d