Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The former YMCA has reopened as the Corpus Christi Community Center with new local programs.

It held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Feb. 20 at 5 p.m. at 417 Upper Broadway with live music, door prizes and refreshments donated by LNF Distributors.

Corpus Christi honors the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima with a commemorative ceremony at Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park (222 South Shoreline Boulevard) today at 10 a.m. The event will feature a parade of colors and tributes from dignitaries.

The new Bob Hall Pier on Padre Island is built with 200 pop-off panels — designed to detach during storm surges so that its concrete and steel foundation remains intact during hurricanes.

It features over 3,000 linear feet of ADA-compliant handrails and is designed for easy repair after extreme weather.

Corpus Christi food trucks including Creatures Coffee and Streat Corner Kitchen are transitioning into brick-and-mortar stores with strong local support - owners say the move boosts growth while keeping community roots alive.

The Golden Mic Accelerator program is accepting applications to nurture local musical talent along the Coastal Bend, with interested artists needing to apply by next month (applications remain open).

Local photographer known as Padre Island Madre has built a community of over 100,000 social media followers by capturing daily moments on Padre Island—this work connects locals with the island's unique charm.

Corpus Christi's Molina neighborhood has long housed Latino and Black families, with Villarreal Street once dividing the community (yet uniting locals through shared memory and pride).

The Black History Month feature highlights residents recalling their traditions and inextricable ties.

West Oso ISD hosted a Black History Month event today at the West Oso Junior High School auditorium where pre-K to 12 students enjoyed music, dance and a guest appearance by NBA alumnus Adrian Caldwell that celebrated African American legacy and the district's commitment to equity.

Dry fuels and 20 mph wind gusts have raised brush fire risk in Coastal Bend today, while Nueces County's burn ban remains in effect (with fines up to $500).

Calallen resident Suzanne Gallagher switched to bottled water after River Acres Water Supply (which gets water from NCWCID #3) reported an arsenic violation.

RAWS officials said they notified customers per TCEQ guidelines (via letters and website postings) but Gallagher fears many locals remain unaware.

The Nueces River Authority approved $1M for pipeline design for the Harbor Island desal project, with water delivery targeted for December 2029.

Students at St. Pius X Catholic School cheered as former student Hannah Bilka competed for Team USA in the Olympic women's hockey final against Canada today, inspiring young fans to dream big in sports.

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.

Strung Out Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $— Experience nearly 30 years of punk rock history with Strung Out live in concert.

UTSA Roadrunners vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Chapman Field — Admission details not listed — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup between the Roadrunners and Islanders.

Damon Scott Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with Damon Scott in an inviting atmosphere.

Peter Salas Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of Peter Salas in an electrifying live performance.

Heritage Park Market Days

11 AM – 4 PM — Heritage Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly day featuring local shops and delicious food in a beautiful park setting.

Nicholls Colonels vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball

1-4 p.m. — Chapman Field — Free entry — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup between the Colonels and the Islanders.

Aaron Jacob Live Concert

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