Good morning, Corpus Christi.

Dozens of locals kicked off 2026 by plunging into Corpus Christi Bay during the 10th annual Polar Bear Plunge and New Year's Run on Thursday; the event raised over $150,000 for ALS research (supporting the ALS Therapy Development Institute).

Seven newborns arrived at CCMC Bay Area on New Year’s Eve, with Spadelyn becoming the first baby of 2026 after midnight.

The births mark a heartwarming start to the new year in Corpus Christi.

Corpus Christi hosts its 11th Polar Bear Plunge to benefit the ALS Therapy Development Institute, inviting locals to take a chilly leap.

Event details will be announced soon.

Corpus Christi will host the Polar Bear Plunge 2026 to raise awareness and funds for ALS research.

The event will take place soon, inviting locals to take a chilly dip in support of this cause.

A new state law forces Corpus Christi to follow state fee rules that nearly double permits and add inspection fees for vendors and schools.

City council will review updated rules on Feb 17 and 24, with changes effective on March 2 (business owners worry about costs).

Netflix ended Stranger Things with a two-hour finale screened at Cinemark Century Corpus Christi 16 (Dec.

31 and Jan. 1), drawing strong reactions from local fans. The series is now streaming on Netflix.

Corpus Christi Athletic Club and local gyms are seeing heavy crowds as residents kick off their 'new year, new me' fitness plans today — a trend noted across the Coastal Bend.

Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area welcomed seven newborns on New Year's Eve and celebrated the first birth of 2026 when baby girl Spadelyn arrived at 12:14 a.m. on New Year's Day.

Nathan Allen Concert

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Ticket info not provided — Experience classic country sounds from Nathan Allen, echoing legends of the genre.

The Groove 2.0 Dance Night

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Hit the dance floor with The Groove 2.0 delivering the best of the '70s, '80s, and '90s funk sounds.

McNeese State Cowgirls vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Women's Basketball

5:59-8:59 p.m. — Dugan Wellness Center — $69.43 — Catch the exciting clash between the Cowgirls and Islanders on the court.

18 Hours Live Performance

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Experience a blast of '90s and 2000s alternative rock from this local high-octane band.

The Klocks Live Performance

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Experience high-energy hits and epic stage presence with The Klocks at the ultimate party night.

SELF CONTROL Live Concert

6 PM — House of Rock — $11.15 — Experience an electrifying night of high-energy live music with SELF CONTROL and special guests.

Vintage Pictures with Special Guests

8 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Experience a high-energy night of genre-blending music featuring El Dusty and headliner Vintage Pictures.

The Max Live at Rockit’s Whiskey Bar

9 PM — Rockit’s Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Experience a night of energetic music with The Max, featuring a blend of rock, pop, and dance hits.

UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Basketball

7-9 p.m. — Dugan Wellness Center — $69.43 — Catch an exciting basketball clash between local teams at the Dugan Wellness Center.

Open Mic Night

6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — An unforgettable night of music, comedy, and creativity featuring local talents.