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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elevate 361 Young Adult Re-Engagement Center received a $30,000 donation from H-E-B to set up a classroom for young adults ages 16 to 24 not in school or working, which serves over 6,000 at-risk youth in Corpus Christi — the new space will offer a quiet area for education and job readiness resources. KRIS 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On June 26, House of Rock in Corpus Christi hosted its ninth annual Pride Diva Showcase and 15th annual Miss Corpus Christi Sweetheart Pageant where local performers competed; Zara Doll Diva—whose real name is Omar Velez—was crowned the winner. Caller Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A federal budget proposal will cut the maximum Pell Grant by $1,500 and require students to take 30 credits, which could reduce aid for nearly 500,000 Texas college students including many at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi (40% of undergrads received Pell Grants last year). Community college students studying part-time may need to take extra courses or stop out as Texas faces a financial aid gap. Caller Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flatiron Dragados installed four temporary stays that support both towers of the new Harbor Bridge project and said the first permanent stay will be installed in late July. Engineers explained that the temporary stays use 27 strands each compared to permanent stays built with 70—121 strands and work will continue until the final permanent stay is in place for a 2025 finish. KIII-TV
- ➤ The southbound lanes of the new Harbor Bridge open to the public today after a 10 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony—officials said the bridge connects Corpus Christi mainland to North Beach. TxDOT stated that the northbound lanes will open in early July. KIII-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new affordable housing project broke ground on Corpus Christi westside at the former Lamar Elementary site, where the City and Prospera Housing Community Services plan to build 72 senior housing units and 35 affordable homes. Donated land from the Ed Rachal Foundation will support the project—expected to boost investment—while work continues on the development. KRIS 6 News
SHOP NEWS
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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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WWE Supershow
7:30-9 p.m. — American Bank Center — Check website for price — Experience an evening of high-energy sports entertainment from WWE's finest superstars.
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Ill Niño Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Concrete Street Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic Latin metal sounds of Ill Niño live.
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