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Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Margie Shackelford, an Odem native and long-time organist at the First Baptist Church, celebrated her 100th birthday Tuesday at Brookdale Trinity Towers with neighbors offering speeches and recalling her advice to stay active—she said Brookdale takes care of those who need help. KRIS 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Businesses near the new Harbor Bridge are preparing for traffic changes as construction nears completion and the old bridge faces demolition — changes that will affect access from North Beach to downtown. The Texas State Aquarium and local business owners have adjusted plans due to fewer northbound exits and past revenue losses, and they expect visitor numbers to rise once traffic normalizes. Action 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A wrong-way driver crashed into a pickup truck on South Padre Island Drive early this morning at 5:30 a.m.—three people sustained non-life-threatening injuries and police say the driver could face charges. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ On June 25th, 43 years after their brother Ramon Jaramillo Vasquez vanished at age 28, the Alice family asked anyone with clues to come forward as investigators at Jim Wells County Sheriff's Office await DNA results from remains sent to North Texas University—adding urgency since their 96-year-old mother is on hospice care. KRIS 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi musician Pablo Perez, who passed away in 2024, was honored this week with a memorial space flight that launched his ashes into space through Celestis Inc & SpaceX's Small SatRideshare program. His family arranged the tribute to celebrate his love of space and his lasting musical legacy. KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill (SB 15) which gives homebuilders more flexibility to build smaller homes on reduced lot sizes and convert empty commercial spaces into living areas to help lower housing costs starting September 1. In Corpus Christi, local groups note these changes may ease pressure on residents facing high home prices and unused office space due to more remote work. KIII-TV
- ➤ Corpus Christi City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to narrow three roads from four lanes to two lanes in the London area while keeping one street at four lanes to support future school campus plans. Developers and city officials said the modified plan addresses school district concerns and follows traffic study predictions. KRIS 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The public health mobile clinic and Coastal Bend Food Bank visited Driscoll today—serving about 70 families with essential services during the summer heat. KRIS 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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Rock The Mic: Final Battle of The Bands
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Watch local bands compete for a grand prize in the ultimate musical showdown.
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The Max Live Performance
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Enjoy a high-energy night with The Max's electrifying blend of rock and pop anthems.
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Robert Earl Keen Live Concert
8 PM — American Bank Center Selena Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the Americana legend Robert Earl Keen in an evening of storytelling and live music.
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Lacey Sturm: Kenotic Metanoia Tour
8 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $20 + service charges — Experience an unforgettable night with Lacey Sturm and special guests Islander & Young Other.
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Wade Bowen Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — ADV $20+ service charges — Enjoy a night of country tunes with Wade Bowen in a lively venue.
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Battle on the Bay
11 AM – 6 PM — American Bank Center — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — Enjoy a full day of fun at the Battle on the Bay returning to Corpus Christi.
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Huntley Concert
2 a.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse — $15+ for General Admission — Enjoy a lively concert experience in Corpus Christi with an engaging atmosphere.
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Corpus Christi Comic Con - Friday
12:00 – 1:30 PM — American Bank Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate your love for comics and pop culture at this vibrant convention.
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The Union Underground and Spineshank Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $35.15 — Experience the co-headline tour featuring classic albums performed live with special guests.
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31st Annual Corpus Christi API Fishing Tournament
3-7 p.m. — Marker 37 Marina — Registration fees apply — Experience a two-day fishing tournament that helps fund scholarships for local students.
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