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Corpus Christi
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered on Southside Wednesday for a candlelight vigil to honor Veterans Memorial coach Leyton Hernandez, who was killed in a traffic accident in Temple last Friday (his legacy as a beloved teacher and coach endures as he was also the son of CCISD Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez). Action 10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi hosted the 3rd Annual Women Who Rock Celebration at the House of Rock — part of the Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas’ 40th Ruby Anniversary — to honor local women leaders making a difference along the Coastal Bend. KIII-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Nueces County are planting crops amid bone-dry soil across South Texas & uncertain rain that may not come, putting their livelihoods at risk. The gamble reflects ongoing struggles with drought conditions in the region. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Regena Collins-Chavez, a veteran educator at Ingleside Primary, was named Elementary Teacher of the Year today—honored for 35 years of dedication to her students. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Del Mar College will use a $100K grant to expand affordable safety training + reduce workplace incidents and build local workforce skills. KIII-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City staff (with CPS Energy of San Antonio) are exploring the Barney Davis Power Plant as a site for a desalination facility that requires a new brine discharge method offshore. Neighbors in Flour Bluff support the plan but say final property arrangements remain under review. KRIS 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting April 1, Texas will restrict SNAP benefits from being used to purchase sweetened beverages and candy, affecting 3.5 million recipients. The law aims to boost healthier food choices and will require retailers to update systems + train staff. Caller Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Community members are invited to join the Out of the Darkness Walk at TAMU-CC’s Dugan Field today, with registration at 9 a.m. and the walk starting at 9:30 a.m. The event aims to support suicide prevention and break mental health stigma. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi inspectors evaluated over 50 restaurants from March 12 to March 18; six scored below 95 while 22 earned perfect scores. Officials reported issues such as mold, sugar ants and improper food storage, with Taqueria La Cabana recording the lowest score of 85. Caller Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi FC will play their league home games at the Cabaniss Sports Complex during the 2026 season while its new stadium is still under construction. KIII-TV
- ➤ The Corpus Christi Football Club announced that construction delays on its new stadium on Old Brownsville Road have moved the May 2 home opener to Cabaniss Field. Season and single-game tickets remain valid (all purchased tickets work at the alternate venue). KRIS 6 News
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Austin Meade Live Concert
8 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $20 General Admission — Experience the lively sounds of Austin Meade in a vibrant venue.
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Lamar Cardinals vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball
1-4 p.m. — Chapman Field — Cost info not available — Catch an exciting baseball showdown between local teams in Corpus Christi.
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The Toasters Live Concert
7-10 PM — House of Rock — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy the rhythm of one of America’s original ska bands.
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Michael Burtts Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy an evening of live music with Michael Burtts in a local favorite venue.
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Scarecrow People Festival
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a lively evening with entertainment and good vibes at this community gathering.
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Nate's Next Kid Up Easter Ice Cream Social
12-3 p.m. — D’lites Cream — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with free bunny pictures and an egg hunt while enjoying ice cream treats.
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Blithe Spirit Performance
7:30 p.m. — Aurora Arts Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy a captivating performance of 'Blithe Spirit' at the local theatre.
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Anything Box Concert
8-11 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the sounds of Anything Box as they perform hits from 1984-2024.
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Carson Miller Duo Live Performance
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Enjoy a night of high-energy country music from the talented Carson Miller Band.
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Spring and More Block Party
4-8 p.m. — Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History — Free entry — Celebrate spring with kids' activities, music, and fun at this community block party.
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