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Corpus Christi
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi Water employees were honored at City Council for upgrading the Mary Rhodes Pipeline which now pumps 70 million gallons per day, and a $58 million SPID ramp reversal project split into seven phases will complete in 2029. Extended visiting hours at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery run until September 30th, Mr. Gatti’s Pizza will open in December near Olive Garden in Portland, a Community Health Fair is held at Cole Park this weekend from 2 to 5 p.m.—and the Corpus Christi Hooks start their season with an exhibition game tonight at 6:35 p.m. and a road game on Friday in Frisco. KRIS 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 7 Brew Coffee opened its second Corpus Christi location (near South Alameda and Texan Trail) last week. The chain held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 2 (donating $2,000 to Driscoll Children's Hospital). KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Local business owners at Habeeb Plaza — including B&J's Pizza, Victoria's Jewels and La Mexicana Bakery — said TXDOT's ramp reversal project on SPID between Staples Street and Nile Drive may drive away customers as construction cuts parking spaces. TXDOT said the project will ease traffic — a change owners hope will bring more customers — and is set to finish by 2029. KRIS 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Nueces County deputy constable stopped a car on a traffic stop yesterday around 9:25 a.m. in the Sandy Hollow-Escondidas subdivision—when the suspect fled and exchanged fire with DPS troopers—and a DPS trooper shot him as DPS investigates the incident. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi man Ruben Trevino was sentenced to 50 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of murder. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi Independent School District got over $500,000 from the Priority Regions Grant to improve its dual enrollment program with Del Mar College at Richard King High School on April 2. The grant will help students—mostly from disadvantaged backgrounds—get college classes early and update school systems. KRIS 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews raced against time to clean up debris at Sunrise Mall after the city issued an order on Tuesday to fix all debris violations, and the site risks losing its demolition permit if the cleanup is not completed. KIII-TV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M-Corpus Christi women’s basketball head coach Royce Chadwick announced Wednesday he will retire after 13 seasons with the Islanders (closing a 41-year career that included two regular season Southland titles and the program’s first NCAA Tournament appearance). Interim head coach Roxanne White will lead the team while a national search for his successor begins. KIII-TV
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Michael Burtts Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with Michael Burtts at a popular Corpus Christi venue.
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2nd Annual Rock In2 Inclusion Benefit Concert
6-10 p.m. — House of Rock — $10 — Rock out for a purpose while supporting children with special needs in inclusive environments.
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A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
4-8 p.m. — Selena Auditorium — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the rhythm, wit, and heartwarming stories of Ireland through exceptional music and dance.
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Open Mic Night at House of Rock
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — A night of music, comedy, and creativity awaits, showcasing local talents from acoustic to stand-up.
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Backyard Boil Celebration
6 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — $3 Drafts — Enjoy a delicious crawfish boil with live tunes and an all-request dance party.
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The Spazmatics Concert
8 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $15 to $150 — Dance to the energetic sounds of The Spazmatics and experience a night of fun.
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CC Neighborhood Fitness April 12
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Surfside Park — Free event — Enjoy a day of fitness and community wellness activities in Corpus Christi.
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Sensamotion with Kash'd Out
7-11 p.m. — House of Rock — $15 — Experience reggae-rock vibes with Kash'd Out and special guests Sensamotion as they kick off the summer festivities.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — No cover charge — A vibrant evening awaits with music, comedy, and talent showcasing at House of Rock.
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Candlelight Tribute to Queen
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Mansion Royal — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Queen's music in a captivating candlelight setting.
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