Good morning, Corpus Christi.

A new outdoor bar with shipping containers + food trucks is opening Saturday at 10 a.m. along the Michael J.

Ellis Seawall at mile marker 215 on Padre Island, featuring a playground and pickleball courts for a family-friendly vibe during Barefoot Mardi Gras.

Nueces County has invested over $1 million in Parker Pool at Flour Bluff, with pump upgrades & kitchen renovations set to be finished by May.

The Sandbox Beach Bar is holding its soft opening tomorrow at 10 a.m. along the Michael J.

Ellis Seawall on Padre Island, where visitors can enjoy shipping container design, local food trucks, a playground, and pickleball courts (family-friendly fun) as part of Barefoot Mardi Gras.

Blue Bell has launched its new Honey Vanilla Ice Cream in pints, available today in stores for a limited time, while its popular Java Jolt flavor returns this month.

At Corpus Christi’s North Beach History Plaza, officials rededicated a Texas Historical Marker honoring victims of the 1919 hurricane — the new marker replaces its weathered original and is located near the USS Lexington Museum and Pier 99.

Robstown ISD is planning tribute events at Seale Junior High to honor the late librarian Roxana Ybarra, who passed away last January after 26 years of service, as the district keeps her love for books alive.

Texas A&M-CC researchers are developing a high-tech collar to detect screwworm infections in cattle faster.

The device will be tested soon to help local farmers protect their herds.

Corpus Christi ISD serves 3.2% of its students in a gifted and talented program versus 8.7% statewide because it consolidates services at one magnet school & superintendent Roland Hernandez said expanding training to every school might give more families options, planned for a future school year.

Ben Bolt's 24-year-old water tower is taken out of service for a $300,000 maintenance project as the water district sandblasts and replaces rusted parts, with work set to finish in about three weeks.

District officials emphasize that routine inspections confirm water safety despite residents' concerns about hard water damage.

Sixteen Corpus Christi Police Academy cadets finished a graduation run after 34 weeks of training this morning and will officially graduate tomorrow at 2 p.m. The ceremony marks a key step as they prepare to serve the city.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright visited the Cheniere Corpus Christi LNG plant on Feb.

26 in San Patricio County to sign an export authorization for two new liquefaction trains & the facility has applied for another expansion that could eventually double its LNG output.

Between Feb. 19 and Feb.

25, Corpus Christi health inspectors reviewed over 70 restaurants; 14 scored below 95 while 36 earned perfect marks. Alteño Taqueria received the lowest score at 83 due to mold, rodent droppings and improper food storage.

Flour Bluff native Dr. Megan Talley opened South Texas Mental Health Associates in her hometown, offering therapy, medication management and telepsychiatry with flexible hours and accepting all insurance; the clinic serves community partners such as first responders (designed to meet nontraditional schedules).

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.

Meza Band Performance

7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy the energetic sounds of the Meza Band in a lively atmosphere.

Wade Bowen Concert

8 PM – Midnight — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $20+ for General Admission — Experience live country music with Wade Bowen and special guest Ashton Naylor.