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Corpus Christi
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants have reduced water use today — a proactive step amid growing water concerns as officials consider new restrictions for commercial users. KIII-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History will host Club Curious tomorrow night to offer a fun after-hours experience that lets locals explore exhibits in a new way. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi ISD is hosting a job fair tomorrow (April 25) to recruit teachers and coaches for open classroom and sports positions. KIII-TV
- ➤ Corpus Christi ISD will launch Digital Scholars Academy in the 2026-2027 school year as a tuition-free option offering flexible online and campus learning for grades 10-12 in partnership with Del Mar College – info sessions begin at Collegiate High School at 5:30 p.m. on April 28. Caller Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent rain brought 2 inches over the past few days to Choke Canyon State Park, making the lake bed slightly wetter (now at 7.4 percent) but officials say the area remains in severe drought. Park Superintendent Jose Uribe expects more consistent rain, as he looks to El Nino for further improvement. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Ingleside and Aransas Pass declared a water emergency Wednesday night amid a regional crisis that may trigger a supply shortage by November (local managers plan to consider water use restrictions and additional sourcing options at upcoming meetings to protect residents). KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal appeals court upheld a state law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, which took effect last September after Gov. Greg Abbott signed it. The ruling has prompted discussion among Corpus Christi parents and neighbors over the separation of church and state. Action 10 News
- ➤ City Councilman Gil Hernandez questioned a section in Corpus Christi’s drought contingency plan that might allow large industrial water users to avoid surcharges during conservation stages, while City Manager Peter Zanoni said officials are clarifying the language to ensure major customers reduce water use amid ongoing drought efforts. KIII-TV
- ➤ Due to weather delays, crews will begin closing intersections at Pari Drive, Fold Lane, Azali Drive, and Karo Drive on April 29 to remove temporary ramps and shift traffic on Yorktown Boulevard, with the switch rescheduled to May 2; drivers may use a detour on Talbot Drive. KRIS 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ From April 16 to 22, over 20 local restaurants were inspected by the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District and three establishments fell below the 95 standard; Julian's BBQ on Baldwin Blvd received an 82 (with issues like expired permits and pests). Caller Times
- ➤ Residents at The Pointe apartments are still facing severe mold that led to hospital visits, including Carol Kinney and her daughter who now uses an oxygen monitor; neighbors from both Westside and Northside have come together to demand answers as the leasing office remained locked. KRIS 6 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ According to Zumper, Corpus Christi apartment rents rose 7% since March, with median rates at $1,499 and one-bedroom units at $979 — covering studios to four-bedroom units. Caller Times
- ➤ The Corpus Christi Type B Board granted an extension for the downtown Hilton Homewood Suites project to give developers extra time to finish construction. KIII-TV
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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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Atreyu Concert
6-9 p.m. — House of Rock — Tickets required — Experience the influential heavy music of Atreyu that has inspired a generation of musicians.
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Wade Forster Live Performance
9 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — Check for ticket prices — Experience authentic country music straight from the Queensland outback with Wade Forster.
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Easton Corbin Live in Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with the talented Easton Corbin.
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Houston Christian Huskies vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball
1-4 p.m. — Chapman Field — Free entry — Watch an exciting baseball matchup between Huskies and Islanders in a spirited atmosphere.
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Scholarship & Family Night
7 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Free entry — Celebrate Buc Days with scholars, thrilling rodeo events, and a live performance by SWITCHFOOT.
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Rodeo Corpus Christi
7-9 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Concert tickets required — Experience thrilling rodeo events followed by live entertainment.
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Iration Live Concert
5-9 p.m. — Concrete Street Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant evening of reggae vibes with Iration and special guests Tribal Seeds and Artikal Sound System.
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Date Night Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Mesquite Street Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with top touring comedians perfect for couples.
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The Groove 2.0
9 PM – 12 AM — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — NO COVER — Dance to the funky beats of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s with this high-energy band.
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