Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The Caller-Times looks back at 20 years of Feb.

8 front pages featuring a guide on speaking like a true local, Incarnate Word Academy’s Montessori anniversary, La Quinta Channel dredging and a basset hound at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Readers can pick up a newspaper today or read the eNewspaper online to view the feature.

Creatures Coffee & Tea Co. held a soft opening for its first brick-and-mortar store on Feb.

5 at the former Disc Go Round (5734 McArdle Road) near PetSmart and ArtWalk. Customers waited 30 to 40 minutes, and official hours are yet to be announced.

On Feb. 6, Hurricane Alley and Bleu Frog Mercantile in Corpus Christi announced their closures; Hurricane Alley cited drought and water supply concerns while Bleu Frog Mercantile is offering 60% off items (a strategic shift to reassess community needs).

Families celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center as part of its annual festivities (this year spotlighting the horse zodiac sign) and featuring local cultural traditions.

Flour Bluff ISD acknowledged a student-led walkout at its high school and said off-instruction activities on campus are not permitted.

The district will enforce state guidelines to keep the learning environment safe — emphasizing education as its top priority.

Yesterday, Feb. 7, ARK volunteers released 16 rehabilitated sea turtles (including Antoine, a loggerhead) into Gulf waters at Marker 35 on Mustang Island.

The event raised local awareness about marine conservation and highlighted the challenges the turtles endured.

On Feb. 6, the Texas High School Coaches Association honored several Coastal Bend coaches with Region 7 awards.

Sinton’s Michael Troutman (football) and assistant coach Candelario Rivera, London’s Tracy Eldridge and Flour Bluff’s head coach Steve Bonds with assistant coach Jacque Bonds were recognized for leadership in football and tennis.

Stephen F Austin Ladyjacks vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Women's Basketball

1-9 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Catch an exciting collegiate women's basketball matchup in Corpus Christi!

Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special

8:30-9:45 p.m. — Omni Corpus Christi Hotel — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring romantic music in a stunning setting.

The Groove 2.0 Dance Night

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Enjoy a high-energy night with The Groove 2.0 playing your favorite hits from the '70s, '80s, and '90s.

Rodeo Stampede - Corpus Christi

8:50-11:00 AM — Heritage Park — Cost info not provided — Saddle up for the wildest race in Texas at the Rodeo Stampede!

David Martinez Live in Concert

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy an evening of fantastic live music with David Martinez.

The Thorn

7-9 p.m. — 1901 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX — Tickets available — Experience the epic story of God's love through immersive music, drama, and aerial acts.

The Klocks Live Performance

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover charge — Experience an energetic night with crowd-favorite songs and nonstop fun from The Klocks.

Alley Catz Duo Performance

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy an evening of great music with the Alley Catz Duo at a local favorite venue.

Indiglow Live Performance

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover charge — Experience an energetic live show with crowd-favorite songs and a modern edge.

Blind Love 5K

8-10 a.m. — Cole Park — Entry fee supports a good cause — Participate in a 5K run that raises awareness and funds for individuals who are blind.