Good morning, Corpus Christi.

Corpus Christi residents can pick up mosquito kits Monday at two centers while officials update the water supply.

Carroll Lane reconstruction will force southbound detours through summer 2027, the Council will vote on higher beach parking fees, students get free athletic physicals, and Ford recalls Bronco SUVs for wiring issues.

Maxine Snapka, the longtime matriarch of Snapka's Drive Inn, died peacefully Sunday morning at 103.

She stayed active at the restaurant until her final months & is honored with a Del Mar College culinary scholarship for students in restaurant management.

On Friday, July 24 at 5:51 p.m. CT, SpaceX launched its 13th Starship test flight from Starbase after delays for engine issues and a storm.

The Super Heavy booster made a hard splashdown in the Gulf & the upper stage deployed 20 Starlink satellites and landed in the Indian Ocean.

The Corpus Christi Independent School District board pulled demolition contracts for seven former campuses on Monday to allow more time for staff and contractors to prepare, and discussions continue over a new timeline.

Board President Dolly Gonzales Trolley emphasized that time is needed to ensure the work is done right.

Corpus Christi ISD approved a contract to install sod for football fields at Hamlin and Lexington middle schools after water well applications were approved.

The fields will be substantially complete on Nov. 6 using funds from the 2022 bond.

Recent rains boosted Corpus Christi’s reservoirs, with Choke Canyon reaching 25.5% on July 26 and more water expected this weekend to raise combined capacity to 30% so restrictions may ease after a city declaration next week.

At Monday’s briefing, City Manager Peter Zanoni said three scientists withdrew from reviewing the Inner Harbor desalination study, leaving local officials at a standstill as the issue will be discussed today at council.

Corpus Christi City Council members Eric Cantu, Carolyn Vaughn, and Gil Hernandez asked for an update on Bass Pro Shops' expansion listed on today's agenda, nearly two years after Mayor Paulette Guajardo announced the project in Oct.

2024, which aims to create jobs and boost local business.

Sgt. Maj. Jeremy J. Bucholtz began duty as the depot's eighth sergeant major and principal advisor to leadership.

He will spend his first weeks meeting with officials, reviewing training and teamwork (the focus for his new role) at Corpus Christi Army Depot.

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.