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Business is boomin' on Padre Island; find out what's coming to the island soon
Several new businesses are set to open on Padre Island, including Greek-inspired restaurant Captain's Diner, and Calypso's Drive and Dive, specializing in exotic meats and upscale pub grub.
Miller marching band represents Corpus Christi in Washington this Memorial Day
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Miller High School Band and the High Steppers Drill Team represented Corpus Christi and the state of Texas at Monday's National Memorial Day Parade. Deidra Martinez is a proud mother to one of those marching band students. She says it was incredible to watch...
Direction to Success: Coastal Compass grand reopening
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — We spoke with Center director Kristen Parris about the Center's need for a bigger space. They will be moving to the old Mary Carroll building located at 5301 Weber Road. The location will come complete with an entire suite that hosts two additional classroom spaces, a library section and a study room.
City's 'Safe Fun-Fit Summerfest' kicks off June 7
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department shared details Thursday on the second annual Safe Fun-Fit Endurance Fest happening June 7-9 at the Bayfront. The event was created as a wellness initiative to positively impact and and promote a healthier Corpus Christi. The fest was...
The history of the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center
The Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education Center, the only Asian-culture museum in the entire state, is dedicated to preserving the natural history and art of various Asian communities.
New Radio Station Highlights Local Creatives & Queer Experiences in the Coastal Bend
PRIDE Corpus Christi’s newest project, UNITY 89.1, shares the love that fills the LGBTQIA+ community with a brand new, one-of-a-kind radio station. PRIDE CC President Jonathan Swindle, an active community member and queer advocate in South Texas, began chipping away at the project after Common Frequency’s CEO Todd Urick approached the organization last November. Urick believed the city to be an ideal candidate for his newest initiative to bring Southern progressive and LGBTQIA+ voices onto the airwaves. Despite toying with the idea of stepping down from the president’s chair after Pride 2023, the proposal reeled Swindle back in, convinced he fit the bill perfectly to see the project to the finish line.
George and Barbara Bush Family Place Library to open Thursday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Later Thursday afternoon, the new George and Barbara Bush Family Place Library playgroup area at the Owen R. Hopkins Public Library is expected to open. The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation invests in expanding programs and resources for families of children to age three. The...
Rural Schools Innovation Zone in South Texas grows with state support
In cities, students who dream about becoming nurses, welders, engineers, veterinarians, dentists, maritime workers, cosmetologists, mechanics and more can start learning about those career paths and even earning industry certifications while still in high school. In small, rural school districts, there are often simply fewer career and technical education opportunities.
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