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Corpus Christi
Saturday, May 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Flour Bluff teacher flew with the Blue Angels today while a local logistics specialist helped run the show from the ground — the event brought an exciting air display to Corpus Christi. KIII-TV
- ➤ Last night heavy rain left over 4,000 customers without power throughout the Coastal Bend — outages were reported in areas such as Realitos, Falfurrias, Bishop, San Diego, Alice, Kingsville, Driscoll, Tierra Grande, Mustang Island, Rancho Alegre, and Beeville, and local crews are working to restore service while urging residents to stay clear of downed power lines. KRIS 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Severe thunderstorms knocked down power poles and lines in Nueces County today—forcing eight county roadways and a community center to close—while local authorities monitor hazards and deliver meals to affected seniors. KRIS 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Scary Larry Pickles opened his specialty pickle shop on the Southside yesterday, offering a unique selection born from a family bet. Mayor Paulette Guajardo proclaimed May 9th as Scary Larry Pickle Day and the store now operates daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. — a fresh treat for pickle lovers in Corpus Christi. KIII-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Driver Elias Chapa Jr., 19, swerved to avoid a deer before his 2015 Chrysler 200 rolled over near CR 103 + George West on May 7, killing 18-year-old Marcos Chapa and a 12-year-old passenger; authorities arrested him on two counts of intoxication manslaughter. KRIS 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi Independent School District announced that athletics director Brenda Marshall will retire at the end of June and her replacement will be hired before the new school year — Marshall, a Corpus Christi native who served for 39 years, is praised for her work in expanding sports opportunities. KIII-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today a severe storm left nearly 7,000 residents in parts of Nueces County without power and damaged homes while crews worked to restore electricity — officials expect half of the outages to be fixed by tonight. KRIS 6 News
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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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Emma James Concert
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free admission — Enjoy a live performance from Emma James in a vibrant local venue.
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INDIO Concert Event
9 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — INDIO returns with special guests Navarro and The Creatures & Alex and The Space Cadets.
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CC Songwriters Showcase
7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Celebrate local talent with a showcase of original music from Corpus Christi songwriters.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant night of music, comedy, and creativity at an exciting open mic event hosted by Mattman.
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Six String Showdown Qualifying Round
7 p.m. — House of Rock — $0 to $11.15 — Witness aspiring guitarists battle it out with their two-minute performances in a quest for the semi-finals.
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Slade Coulter Live Performance
9 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — GA ADV: $15 + service fees, GA Day of Show: $20 + service fees — Experience a night of lively music at Brewster Street Icehouse.
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ZombieKing Album Release
7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Celebrate the launch of ZombieKing's new album with special guest performances.
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Trisum Live Concert
8 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Mike Guerra & Trisum.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Experience a lively night of music and comedy at an unforgettable open mic event.
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