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Flu cases in Nueces County more than six times higher than 2025

Local cases of flu and flu-like illness skyrocketed in October compared to the previous two years, according to data provided by the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District. Graphs on the agency’s website show flu cases last month jumping by more than triple the number in October 2024, and nearly six times more than in October 2025. About 177 flu cases were reported in October 2024, and about 103 in October last year, according to the data. Health: Vaccination levels lowest at these Nueces County schools October this year, meanwhile, showed 602 flu cases, health district reports state. The statistics on flu-like illness show an even more dramatic rise when comparing October 2024, October 2025 and October 2026, as outlined in the graphs. About 2,383 cases were reported in October 2024, 4,627 in October 2025 and 6,549 in October 2026, according to the data. A trend in rising flu cases is also being observed throughout the state and nation, said Anita Kurian, public health director. That’s believed to be driven, at least in part, on a variant of the H1N1 flu strain that is “enabling the virus to spread easily from person to person,” she said. The flu can range

Nueces County, TX · 1d

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Rain brings flood advisory to southern San Patricio County

Heavy rain prompted a flood advisory for southern San Patricio County and other parts of the Coastal Bend on Tuesday, Nov. 10, as additional showers were expected following a wet weekend across South Texas. The National Weather Service in Corpus Christi issued the advisory at 7:59 a.m., with an expiration...

San Patricio County, TX · 1d

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Flash flooding in South Texas

Brownsville, TX · 2d

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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 · 4d
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Set sail for playtime at this Texas park’s new pirate-themed playground

Ahoy, mateys! There’s a new place to play, stroll or take in migratory birds flitting past in the heart of Corpus Christi. That’s because on Thursday, November 5, city leaders celebrated the opening of the newly renovated Commodore Park, located on North Padre Island. Construction crews took just...

Corpus Christi, TX · 2d

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Goliad County commissioners to consider $877,955 in 287(g) funds

GOLIAD — Goliad County commissioners will consider certifying receipt of $877,955.21 in 287(g) funds and authorizing the sheriff to appoint reserve deputies during their meeting Monday, Nov. 9. The court will meet at 5 p.m. at the Goliad County Courthouse, 127 N. Courthouse Square. A separate item calls for...

Goliad County, TX · 1d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 4d

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Flooding concerns in Texas Nov. 8 and 9

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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 · 5d

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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 · 6d

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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 · 6d

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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 · 7d

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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 · 6d

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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 · 5d

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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 · 7d

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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 · 7d

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Nueces County judge narrowly loses reelection, unofficial returns show

Democrat Aidee Hernandez narrowly won the race for Nueces County judge against Republican incumbent Connie Scott, according to complete, unofficial election returns. The county judge serves as a chief executive officer of the county government. The role represents the county in administrative functions, serves as head of emergency management and presides over four elected county commissioners. Scott earned 49.65% of the vote, or 48,385 votes, while Hernandez garnered 50.35% of the vote, or 49,076 votes, according to complete, unofficial returns. The Commissioners Court is responsible for adopting a county budget and tax rate. Having been elected to the seat in 2022, Scott has served one term as county judge. Scott previously served as a state representative from 2011 to 2013 and is the executive director of the nonprofit Bay Area Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse. Hernandez previously worked as the manager for the Nueces County Commissioners Court. She worked under previous Nueces County Judges Loyd Neal and Barbara Canales, as well as Scott, performing audit and budget duties. In a Facebook post on Nov. 4, Hernandez thanked God, her family, and her campaign volunteers and supporters. "I want to thank Judge Scott for a well-run campaign," Hernandez wrote in the post.

Nueces County, TX · 7d

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Port of Corpus Christi weighs a DP World container terminal and 2,000-acre hub

The Port of Corpus Christi’s $625 million ship channel project expanded 11.9 miles of channel, putting container ships on the table. The signal to watch is a signed DP World agreement and visible work at the 2,000-acre Robstown site. Those steps could turn the pitch into an option for routing plans.

Corpus Christi, TX · 8d