Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The top local headlines include widespread wildfires around Coastal Bend, a heated debate over teen book access at the Corpus Christi Library Board meeting, and Del Mar College launching a tuition-free program called Freedom to Dream.

St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church offered Ashes to Go in the old Sunrise Mall parking lot on Ash Wednesday for those unable to attend church services.

A suspected drunk driving incident in Corpus Christi resulted in the death of a man and an unborn baby, with ongoing investigations by the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Hundreds, including KIII, were left without power due to outages.

Firefighters are actively working to prevent a 60-acre grassfire from reaching a residential area near Safety Steel Drive and Yorktown Boulevard.

The Corpus Christi Fire Department responded to multiple brush fires at Oso Creek Park due to dry conditions and strong winds on March 5, 2025.

Shreveport Mudbugs vs. Corpus Christi IceRays

The Corpus Christi IceRays face off against the Shreveport Mudbugs at the American Bank Center, providing an exciting night of hockey action.

Taste of the Coast Food Truck Festival

This family-friendly food festival features a variety of food trucks, local vendors, live music, and activities for all ages at Water's Edge Park.

Bit Brigade Live at House of Rock

Bit Brigade presents a unique show blending live rock music with SNES and NES game soundtracks performed alongside real-time gamer speedruns.

Trap, Paint & Sip: A Creative All-Ages Experience

Participants can enjoy music and drinks while expressing their creativity through painting in a relaxed, community-focused environment.

Business Networking Lunch at Atomic Omelette & Grill

This free networking lunch event encourages local business professionals to connect and exchange ideas while enjoying a meal.

CC7D Cell Phone Project Kick-Off Event

The CC7D Cell Phone Project Kick-Off is an essential registration event for team leaders to prepare for the upcoming filming week, including key details and deadlines.

Funk Rock Stereo Live at House of Rock

Funk Rock Stereo, a three-piece band, will perform high-energy covers of classic rock anthems at the House of Rock.

Mugshot Concert

Mugshot is set to perform live at the House of Rock in Corpus Christi on March 14, 2025.

Kix Brooks Live in Concert

Kix Brooks, one half of the legendary country duo Brooks & Dunn, will perform live at the American Bank Center after launching his solo career.

Open Mic Night at House of Rock

A vibrant evening featuring music, comedy, and creative performances, hosted by Mattman, at the House of Rock.