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Selena Quintanilla’s father Abraham Quintanilla Jr. has died, family says
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - Abraham Quintanilla Jr., the father of late Tejano music icon Selena Quintanilla, has died, according to a statement shared by his family on social media. His son, Abraham Quintanilla III, posted on Instagram that his father passed away, writing that it was “with a heavy heart”...
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Annual Share Your Christmas is here!
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Music building renamed to honor former president
For five years, the university’s music building has been the backdrop to late-night rehearsals, first-semester nerves, senior recitals and quiet breakthroughs. Now, in A&M-Kingsville’s centennial year, it begins a new chapter, with a new name, officially dedicated as the Dr. Steven H. Tallant Music Building in honor of the university’s 19th president.
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8th Annual Winter Texan Appreciation Day set for Jan. 15
The Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, along with the RV Council, is excited to announce the 8th Annual Winter Texan Appreciation Day. The event will take place at the Fulton Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. This year, the event will be...
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Bell’Aroma lands on Kostoryz with longer hours, pozole weekends, and big‑group catering for the Southside
CORPUS CHRISTI — Locally loved Bell’Aroma Cafe has planted new roots at 5230 Kostoryz Rd., Ste. 3, expanding beyond downtown and Everhart with a Southside shop built for early risers, late commuters, and weekend families. The concept still leans into Italian–Mexican comfort while widening access for folks on the go.
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All Shall Perish, Cradle Of Filth, Suffocation, and More Set for Inaugural ‘Crush The Coast’ Festival in Corpus Christi, Texas
The first-ever Crush The Coast Festival is set to make its debut on May 2 and May 3, 2026, at the House Of Rock in Corpus Christi, TX. The two-day festival promises a heavy-hitting lineup that spans deathcore, extreme metal, and technical metalcore, making it a must-attend event for fans of intense live performances.
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3rd Annual ¡Viva la Música de Mariachi! set for Dec. 14
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Saratoga’s First ‘Chipotlane’ Speeds Up Southside Chipotle Runs as Reviews Urge Patience
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. A new kind of drive-thru just pulled into Corpus Christi: Chipotle Mexican Grill opened a Southside restaurant at 6226 Saratoga Blvd., the city’s first “Chipotlane” dedicated to pickup of digital orders. Local broadcaster KRIS 6 covered the opening, limited-time items, and how the Saratoga site differs from the long-running location by Sunrise Mall—signaling a tech-forward play to ease dinner rushes without abandoning the in-line experience many regulars know.
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Grammy Museum unveils Selena Quintanilla pop-up exhibition
The exhibit will display the Latin star’s personal artifacts. The Grammy Museum presents Selena: From Texas To The World, a special pop-up exhibition celebrating the enduring legacy of Selena, an icon whose impact on music, fashion, and culture continues to inspire generations worldwide. Opening January 15, 2026, and running through March 16, 2026, this limited-time exhibit marks the first official display of Selena’s personal artifacts outside of the Selena Museum in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas.
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Tree lighting brings holiday cheer to Waters Edge Park
It's not officially the holiday season until the H-E-B Christmas tree is brought to life along the Corpus Christi Bayfront. Standing over 60 feet tall and adorned with 2,000 ornaments and more than 7,000 lights, the tree dazzled families and visitors during Saturday's lighting event. Hundreds of families attended the...
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'Special Hearts Day Celebration' brightens the Boys & Girls Club
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Dozens of families, friends and caregivers gathered at the Boys & Girls Club Saturday for the third annual Special Hearts Day Celebration, a day that honors people of all abilities through music and dance. For almost a decade, Special Hearts in the Arts has created...
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H-E-B Christmas Tree Lighting and boat parade set to brighten Downtown Corpus Christi on Saturday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Holiday celebrations are set to light up the bayfront this weekend as the Corpus Christi Downtown Management District hosts its annual H-E-B Christmas Tree Lighting and the Illuminated Boat Parade on Saturday. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. at Water’s Edge Park, where families can enjoy...
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These eateries are set to open in Corpus Christi in 2026
While at least 10 Corpus Christi restaurants closed in 2025, about 17 opened around the Sparkling City by the Sea. Corpus Christi can also look forward to at least three eateries opening their doors in 2026. A new Kings Donuts is set to open on the corner of Yorktown and Cimarron boulevards in 2026, according to signage in the area. Creatures Coffee & Tea Co., a popular drink truck, will open its first brick-and-mortar location in early 2026 at 5734 McArdle Road. The location is the former Disc-Go Round, next door to Object D'Art. After nearly three years, Bien Mérité will open its doors to its new location in March 2026. Owner Michelle Fraedrick Alafghani said the new spot, located at 3104 S. Alameda St., will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner and include a full bar, a private room for parties and a piano. These restaurants opened in 2025: Cha³ Tea: A second location of the Portland tea spot opened in January at 5892 Everhart Road. Fika: A Swedish bakery, located at 4411 S. Alameda St., opened in January. Mamako Cafe: A dessert shop, located at 6062 Holly Road, opened in January. El Jalapeño: A new Mexican restaurant, located at