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Corpus Christi
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sames Ford in Corpus Christi is donating $10 per test drive through April as part of its Drive for Smiles initiative to support Driscoll Children's Hospital's Critical Care Transport Team — a program that safely moves patients. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ A dog that nearly drowned at Rockport Beach was rescued by locals using a drop net and is now recovering at Rockport Veterinary Clinic; Aransas County Animal Care urges pet owners to secure life jackets for dogs (especially for short-nosed breeds) near water. KRIS 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi’s SandFest 2026 will run for three days and feature amazing sand art, live music, local food and shopping for family fun. The festival will soon energize beachside communities with creative displays and lively entertainment. KIII-TV
- ➤ Rock band Blue October will perform at the Hilliard Center's Selena Auditorium on Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. with special guest Jess Woodland as part of its Foiled 20th Anniversary World Tour; presale tickets are available online (10 a.m. today to 10 a.m. tomorrow) and general tickets go on sale 10 a.m. Mar. 27. Caller Times
- ➤ Hollywood actor Pepe Serna, a Corpus Christi native, visited West Oso Junior High School today to motivate students and share positive advice; he will sign copies of his memoir at La Palmera Mall on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. KRIS 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 high school students showcased their skills at the Agriculture Engineering Contest held at Texas A&M Kingsville today and the top three teams will compete at the state level on April 10. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ TAMUCC's Project Seaside (Student Engagement and Advancement for Strategic and Innovative Dynamics in Education) offers full scholarships and stipends to juniors and seniors pursuing special education, and eight students can apply if they meet a 3.0 GPA requirement; the deadline is April 1. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi ISD is removing all references to César Chávez from its curriculum (following the Texas Education Agency’s directive) after new allegations emerged. The district will update textbooks and instructional guides while no campus closures or holiday events are affected. Caller Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A 100 MGD desal project planned for Harbor Island (near Aransas Pass) already has all capacity committed, as local officials warn that water supplies across South Texas are at risk if action is not taken soon. KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials at a recent State of Our Water event in Aransas Pass said the proposed 100 million gallon desalination campus at Harbor Island is already fully sold out and a private partner will be chosen within two to three weeks to begin construction amid growing regional water demands. KIII-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Adriana Luna & Anthony Lerma welcomed four baby girls at Corpus Christi Medical Center after a rare quadruplet pregnancy; the 29-week infants are in the NICU and doing well. KRIS 6 News
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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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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Omni Corpus Christi Hotel — Ticketed event — Experience a magical, candlelit tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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Pecos & The Rooftops Live Concert
7 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — Cost varies — Experience the heavy blend of country and classic rock by Pecos & The Rooftops.
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