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Corpus Christi
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A memorial ride honoring Ronnie 'Mr. Pointy Boots' Mathis will take place on April 4 at Water Edge Park, with riders meeting at (4 p.m.) and starting the ride at (4:30 p.m.). Mathis, a local icon who died on March 19, is remembered for his unique style and community spirit. Action 10 News
- ➤ Fruit King Produce on Ayers in Corpus Christi offers two bags of cascarones for $22 today to help families celebrate a long-standing Easter tradition at the family-run shop established 50 years ago. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Families enjoyed the new sensory playground & StoryWalk at the Nueces County Keach Family Library in Robstown after Friday's ribbon cutting. The project took two years to complete and officials said more improvements to the pond, StoryWalk, and playground are coming soon. Action 10 News
- ➤ Local veterans hosted a ceremony on Saturday, Mar. 28 to honor Vietnam War heroes after last month’s helicopter dedication left some feeling disrespected. The event featured a Vietnamese escapee speaker, a Coastal Bend fallen heroes roll call, and a display of veteran photos. Action 10 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Corpus Christi fell on Saturday, Mar. 28 to $3.38 per gallon, down twenty cents from their peak, with Murphy USA and Sam's Club on S Padre Island Drive offering the lowest price of $3.24 based on GasBuddy data. Action 10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carroll High School special education teacher Deanna Evans was surprised Monday by H-E-B with a $1,000 Excellence in Education Award to fund a sensory hallway project — she is one of 50 statewide finalists for a chance to win up to $25,000. Action 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers near the Harbor Bridge Project must plan for advisories along IH 37 roads on Apr. 1, Apr. 2 and Apr. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crews and flaggers will work at Staples, Port and Nueces Bay Blvd — motorists follow signs and take alternate routes. Action 10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi Medical Center has partnered with Solis Mammography to expand access to breast cancer screenings in Coastal Bend—aiming to catch cancer early and help patients get timely treatment. KIII-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Corpus Christi IceRays relieved head coach Kevin St. Jacques & named assistant coach Ryan Gil interim head coach, following Gil's first win in a 3-2 shootout over El Paso on Saturday. Action 10 News
- ➤ Former Gregory-Portland Wildcat Walker Janek returned to Whataburger Field during the Hooks annual media day held Monday, fulfilling his childhood dream of playing pro ball on his familiar field. The Hooks will host the Islanders in an exhibition tonight + open the season Thursday at Whataburger Field. KIII-TV
- ➤ In Monday’s games in Bishop, state-ranked teams squared off in District 30-3A as Bishop baseball upset top-ranked London 3+2 while London softball beat 19th-ranked Bishop 6+1. KIII-TV
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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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Corpus Christi Ballet - The Little Mermaid
1-10:30 p.m. — Selena Auditorium — $26-$46 — Experience a magical world under the sea with the premiere of The Little Mermaid, featuring original choreography and special effects.
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McNeese State Cowboys vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball
2-5 p.m. — Chapman Field — Free entry — Catch the exciting college baseball rivalry between the Cowboys and Islanders.
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Live Music: Ballyhoo! & Bumpin Uglies
6-9 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket details TBA — Experience an evening of vibrant music from Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies.
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Las Donas De La Corte
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a live performance from Las Donas De La Corte in Corpus Christi.
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