Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
Good morning, Corpus Christi.
Local volunteers cleaned North Beach during the Adopt-a-Beach Spring Cleanup on Saturday morning—removing trash along the shoreline as part of a long-term community effort.
Tuloso-Midway Middle School hosted its 6th annual La Fiesta del Mariachi on Sunday afternoon — students performed for friends and family while selling tamales and pan dulce to raise funds for their mariachi band.
Former union president Robert Cirilo (42) pleaded guilty to wire fraud and embezzlement after admitting to 430 unauthorized transactions from union accounts for personal purchases, and he is scheduled for sentencing on August 12 where he could face up to 20 years in prison for wire fraud and five years for embezzlement.
A Corpus Christi man named Robert Cirilo, a 42 year old former union president, admitted guilty to wire fraud and embezzlement of over $280K by making about 430 unauthorized transfers from union funds — he will be sentenced on August 12.
Flour Bluff ISD leaders have proposed a $193 million bond to renovate aging schools, improve safety measures and add new learning spaces.
The bond will be voted on during early voting on April 29 and on May 3 — the fourth bond in the district's 130-year history — which would fund campus upgrades across the district.
On April 24, the Texas Education Agency released ratings for the 2022-23 school year and many Corpus Christi ISD campuses received lower grades, with six earning A ratings but eleven earning failing scores due to new methods and pandemic learning losses—CCISD officials noted some progress and expect further improvement.
The Corpus Christi Police Department honored two fallen officers at the Texas Police Officers Memorial in Austin as Officer Kyle Hicks and Officer Vicente Ortiz were inducted into the Wall of Honor.
The memorial recognizes over 2,000 officers who died in the line of duty.
Corpus Christi residents can look forward to Buc Days BBQ on the Bay at the Buc Days Grounds on Saturday, May 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. where live music and premier Coastal Bend BBQ will be enjoyed plus tickets cost $60 and must be purchased by May 1 plus the event is presented by IBC Bank.
September Morning
7-11 p.m. — House of Rock — $25 — Celebrate COLD's milestones with live performances and local talent.
David Lewis Live Performance
9-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $10+ service charges — Enjoy a night of live music with David Lewis in downtown Corpus Christi.
Louie Mandel Acoustic Set at Art Walk
6 PM — House of Rock — Free entry — Enjoy an acoustic performance by Louie Mandel on the side stage during Art Walk.
The Meza Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Cost not specified — Enjoy a night of live music by The Meza Band at a popular local venue.
Mike Pinto Concert
7 PM — House of Rock — $20 to $150 — Enjoy a night of music with Mike Pinto and special guest Sonny Salinas in celebration of the venue's anniversary.
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta
11 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — $3 Margaritas All Day — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live mariachi music and good vibes.
Open Mic Night at House of Rock
6:30-10 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Showcase your musical and comedic talents at this vibrant open mic night hosted by Mattman.
Midland RockHounds vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
11:05 a.m. — Whataburger Field — Tickets available — Catch the excitement as the Midland RockHounds take on the Corpus Christi Hooks in an action-packed baseball game.
Blue Angels Air Show
8 AM-7 PM — Corpus Christi Bayfront — Free entry — Enjoy breathtaking aerial performances as the Blue Angels celebrate the Navy's 250th anniversary.
Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and talent with a night of music, comedy, and performances at the House of Rock.
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