Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The Corpus Christi community mourns longtime Pier 99 leader Andrea Hall-Astin, known for her vibrant spirit and selfless care for her team.

The restaurant closed temporarily so employees can grieve and neighbors may keep her family in their prayers.

Nueces County now requires pet owners to plan for emergency evacuations during hurricane season after lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina.

The Animal Issues Committee coordinates pet-friendly shelter plans and urges residents to prepare emergency kits with food + water, medications, and pet records in advance.

The Culvahouse family, through Kaylee's Light Foundation, delivered 3,667 toys to Driscoll Children's Hospital yesterday to honor what would have been Kaylee's 18th birthday.

Local volunteers helped unload donations & ensured the hospital’s toy room stayed stocked during the summer.

City Council will consider a proposal on July 28 to let the city manager negotiate with Friends of Farrah Fawcett to install a bronze statue on the downtown bayfront funded by private donors, honoring the native star known for her role in Charlie's Angels.

Tropical Storm Bertha has weakened but is expected to hit the coast today with heavy rain, rough seas, and coastal flooding risk, according to NWS Corpus Christi — some models suggest a more southerly path along the Coastal Bend.

AXE H2O cancelled its proposed 150-million-gallon-per-day desalination facility in Corpus Christi as improved reservoir levels and reduced drought pressure (after mid-July flooding) removed the urgent need for a drought-free water source at the planned Barney Davis Power Plant site.

Padre Island sand measured 122°F near the seawall today (high enough to burn skin in seconds) as tests show lower temperatures at the waterline; locals urge visitors to wear sandals and avoid midday heat to stay safe.

Back-to-School Basketball Camp

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — YWCA Corpus Christi — $89 (early bird for members) — Sharpen basketball skills and confidence at this two-day camp for youth athletes.

NB Ridaz Concert

7 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of NB Ridaz in an energetic live performance.

Bingo Loco at Brewster Street Ice House

7 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fun twist on bingo with entertainment and prizes at Bingo Loco.

Balling by the Beach Back-to-School Basketball Tournament

10 a.m. — YWCA Corpus Christi — Registration required — Youth basketball teams from South Texas come together for a spirited competition by the beach.

Tulsa Drillers vs. Corpus Christi Hooks

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Whataburger Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling minor league baseball action as the Drillers take on the Hooks.

Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ella Langley live with special guests Kaitlin Butts and Gabriella Rose in an unforgettable night of music.