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Video shows how Corpus Christi looked in the 1980s
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Rockport Center for the Arts announces new exhibitions
The Rockport Center for the Arts announced on July 20 that three different exhibits will open during the late summer and fall season, exploring multiple themes. On Aug. 8, “Material Conversations: Woven in Place” by Doerte Weber will open and run through Sept. 27. Weber is an internationally recognized fiber artist that transforms everyday and reclaimed materials into intricate woven works that examine our relationship with the natural world.
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San Antonio-born director helps right bogus Texas historical marker
It's not often that a film has an impact past the box office, but one documentary has helped tell the truth about the Texas Gulf Coast's long-disparaged Karankawa people. For years, the Indigenous Peoples of the Coastal Bend and the Karankawa Tribe of Texas have fought for a corrected Texas Historical Commission marker in Corpus Christi. San Antonio native Adán Medrano’s 2021 film, Truly Texas Mexican, helped finalize a push that will lead to a long-due correction on July 25.
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Every major South Texas TV newsroom change so far in 2026
We’re only halfway through 2026, but there’s already been a tsunami of changes at television newsrooms across deep South Texas. From top talent exits, to a slew of new faces, to some well-deserved laurels for trusted public figures, a lot has happened in the news industry since January. Here’s everything you might have missed over the last six months.
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An Interview with Carmen Lomas Garza, Looking Back at her Five-Decade Career
Carmen Lomas Garza’s vibrant, jewel-like artworks capture the spirit of a people and a place. Based on her memories of growing up in South Texas, her scenes of birthdays, tamaladas, quinceañeras, cake walks, and more spark joyful recognition in countless viewers who see their own family rituals and community traditions represented and lovingly rendered.
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Farrah Fawcett statue one step closer to becoming reality in Corpus Christi
City officials in Corpus Christi are working on a proposal to approve a statue honoring Farrah Fawcett, a local actress and W.B. Ray High School graduate who gained fame on Charlie's Angels. A permanent tribute to one of Corpus Christi's most famous natives could soon become a reality. City officials...
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Coastal Bend native returns as golf pro at Northshore Country Club
A Coastal Bend and South Texas native who spent much of his time growing up in the area has returned home, and is ready and willing to teach anyone who wants to learn or improve their golf game from Portland and surrounding communities. On June 27, the Northshore Country Club...
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Born 72 Years Ago Today in the Lone Star State, the Hitmaking Sister of a Country Legend and ‘Hee Haw’ Honey Who Recorded With Merle Haggard
On this day (July 13) in 1954, Louise Mandrell was born in Corpus Christi, Texas. She is the younger sister of Barbara Mandrell and the younger sister of Irene Mandrell. Her career began in the late 1960s, when she joined her older sister’s band. Before signing a record deal and embarking on her solo career, Mandrell sang backup for Merle Haggard. Later, she joined her sisters on a weekly television show that showcased her various talents.
Corpus Christi Caller-Times
London's Ava Villegas, Calallen's Gage Hirschfield lead 2026 All-South Texas Golf Teams
Meet the golfers on the 2026 All-South Texas Golf Teams, led by Calallen's Gage Hirshfield and London's Ava Villegas. BOYS MVP Gage Hirschfield, so., Calallen Calallen's Gage Hirschfield capped his second varsity season as one of the Coastal Bend's top golfers after leading the Wildcats to their first regional championship in program history and a trip to the UIL Class 4A state tournament. Hirschfield, the District 31-4A MVP, finished ninth at the state tournament after finishing among the top 20 golfers individually. Hirschfield turned in rounds of 74 and 72 for a 146 to power the Calallen boys to win the district title and placed sixth overall to lead the Wildcats to the regional crown. First Team Bryce Cantu, King Tanner Ewers, Santa Gertrudis Academy Caden Lebrecht, Veterans Memorial Ian Yzaguirre, Calallen Jaanus Cantu, Santa Gertrudis Academy Ty Wiseman, London Michael Ramos, Veterans Memorial Leo Martinez, Port Aransas Trace Renteria, London William Sturgeon, Skidmore-Tynan Austin Kubala, Alice Donavin Benavides, Ray Aiden Garcia, Incarnate Word Academy STATE GOLF RECAP: Calallen boys finish ninth, London 12th at UIL state golf tournament Second Team Jaydan Torres, Sinton Jon Pieper, Gregory-Portland Luke Fall, Flour Bluff Juan Ortiz, Moody James Brewer, London Trace Fowler, Orange
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Creating sand dollars part of spiritual journey for Rockport artist
Drive up to the Fulton Beach Marina and the fence lining the marina hang wooden sand dollar sculptures in multiple colors and shapes on both sides. On one side, they go all the way to the waterline. Take a deeper look and there is a signature panel that says “Roland...