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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ People Assisting Animal Control, a local non-profit, received a $500,000 state grant to fund low-cost spay and neuter services (available in September) to reduce stray pet numbers in Corpus Christi. Action 10 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi Parks is hiring lifeguards for summer at Gulf Beach; applicants must be at least 16 with a driver's license (offering competitive pay and a $250 bonus) and tryouts are set for Saturday, April 18 at Corpus Christi Natatorium. KRIS 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee Thomas Wane, an AEP worker (53) who died in an electrical accident on March 24 in Corpus Christi, is being honored with a Friday, Apr. 3 visitation at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel and with services and burial today. KIII-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ BBQ meat prices are rising as a Rockport market owner said drought and low cattle numbers are driving up costs ahead of Easter. Corpus Christi residents planning their holiday grill may face higher prices this season. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuloso Midway ISD is proposing a $140M bond package for 2026 to improve all four campuses—repair roofs, upgrade tech, and modernize classrooms. The district will hold a community meeting on Monday, Apr. 6 to answer questions. Action 10 News
- ➤ Calallen ISD Superintendent Emily Lorenz announced on April 2 that she will leave at the end of the school year after being named the lone finalist for superintendent at Medina Valley ISD. She led the district for four years (beginning in 2015) and has worked in Coastal Bend education since 2007. Caller Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ As lake levels drop, Corpus Christi officials say Nueces River wells are producing millions of gallons of water daily — a measure to stabilize the city's water supply. The move aims to keep water reliable for local households. KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Orange Grove City Council hired a hydrogeologist and environmental lawyers on April 3 to address dropping aquifer levels that could push the city into a water emergency by summer (meeting with Corpus Christi officials helped share critical data). Residents are asked to conserve water while officials evaluate long-term options. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Two environmental modeling firms shared new findings on the Inner Harbor desal project + city leaders will review the results later this month. KIII-TV
- ➤ Residents cut water usage while industrial plants used more water last year; city manager Peter Zanoni said no mandate has been imposed on industry, which depends on water for processing fuels and plastics, as the city works on establishing baseline usage (safety risks keep officials from forcing cuts). KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Drivers in Corpus Christi were urged to use caution Wednesday after several traffic signals malfunctioned, leaving intersections with flashing red or no lights. City crews from Public Works & IT worked to diagnose the issues, and they advised motorists to treat each intersection as a four-way stop. KIII-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brandon McPherson made his Double A debut Friday night but gave up three runs in a key inning + the Hooks lost 10 to 2 to Frisco at Whataburger Field. The team has scored only two runs in the first two games and will complete the series Saturday at 7:00 p.m. KIII-TV
- ➤ Texas A&M & Corpus Christi Baseball lost 13 to 9 against Stephen F. Austin at Chapman Field Friday night. The Lumberjacks scored seven runs in the first inning while the Islanders narrowed the gap in the sixth and will try to avoid a series sweep in Saturday's 2:00 p.m. game. KIII-TV
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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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IndiGlow Live Performance
9 PM – 12 AM — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — Check venue for cover — Indiglow ignites the stage with a lively mix of favorite hits and fresh sounds that keep the dance floor buzzing.
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Stomp Into Fitness 5K & 1K Dino Dash
7:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. — West Guth Park — Registration fee applies — Get ready for a roaring good time in this fun-filled fitness event featuring a dino-themed dash.
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