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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kenedy County Justice of the Peace Jerry William Miller was suspended without pay on April 3 after a grand jury indicted him for cattle theft—he is accused of taking cattle worth under $150,000 from Michael Mendietta on Sept. 20 and may request a hearing within 30 days. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi Police are investigating a death when a body was found on the access road along the 3800 block of U.S. Hwy 77 near the Walmart Supercenter in Calallen (call received at 1:43 p.m.) and officers are checking if the person might have been hit by a car. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Police said an overnight shooting on McArdle Road left one man in the hospital (details are scarce) and that they are following all leads as the investigation continues. KIII-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Festival de Mariachi en la Isla returns to A&M-Corpus Christi this weekend in its 5th year – it will feature family-friendly activities and live music. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 600 students are competing in a SkillsUSA event that shows off their talents— the contest ends today. KIII-TV
- ➤ The Gregory-Portland ISD band program made history at the recent UIL Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation when all six middle and high school bands earned top honors. Director Chris Morrow credited the win to year-round practice with a focus on tone and tuning and said the trophies will soon be displayed as the bands prepare for spring concerts. KRIS 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT has started work on the ramps between S. Staples and Nile Drive as part of a $58 million project to improve safety and mobility—crews are rebuilding both the east and westbound entrances and exits with the project set to finish by 2029. KIII-TV
- ➤ Vector Control will spray neighborhoods for mosquitoes all week after recent rains—starting Monday in the northwest and moving through West Side, Uptown, Downtown and South Side areas through Friday. A city official said residents may spray their yards with insecticide using a hose nozzle on trees, shrubs, gardens and landscaped areas only. KIII-TV
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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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Three Dog Night Concert
7:00–8:30 p.m. — American Bank Center — Last-minute ticket prices vary — Experience the classic hits of Three Dog Night live in concert.
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Anything Box Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — House of Rock — $30 to $60 — Experience the energetic electronic synth pop sounds of New Jersey's Anything Box as part of the House of Rock's 20th Anniversary Concert Series.
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