Good morning, Corpus Christi.

Church Unlimited Westside Missions held its annual backpack giveaway Wednesday morning on Mueller Street.

They distributed 1,000 backpacks stocked with school supplies, snacks, and a 21-day prayer challenge for parents while also offering free haircuts and essential items to families.

A car accident on July 18 on the U.S. 77 access road + State Highway 89 in Sinton claimed five lives, and a funeral mass will be held today at 11 a.m. at the Most Precious Blood Parish Hall.

Photos captured earlier this month at the Texas State Aquarium show visitors touching sea creatures & exploring exhibits like Living Shores and Caribbean Journey.

The aquarium, which opened in 1990, remains a cherished local attraction.

Freddie Records is a historic indie Latin record label that began in a Brentwood Drive garage in 1969 and continues to honor Tejano music as the Martinez family preserves local heritage & drives creative growth.

Exhibits at its headquarters showcase artifacts and memories of its storied past.

Musician Quentin Arispe, staying true to his Corpus Christi roots, released his album TOMGIRL and held an album release show in Austin where longtime local collaborators shaped his creative journey.

He reflects on overcoming grief and embracing personal growth through honest music.

Record stores and the library report a surge in young buyers seeking CDs and tapes amid digital fatigue.

Hybrid Records on 417 Peoples St. and Needles & Fins on 4034 Weber Road say that lower-price formats are fueling the revival of physical media.

Marcel’s On Grove is a hidden speakeasy inside Old Kress Live where owners Amos and Kristen McPherson serve coffee cocktails + nods to Friends in a cozy setting at 619 N.

Chaparral St. Locals can enjoy the unique vibe and inspired drinks now.

A feature outlines Corpus Christi’s rich music history from Selena’s early influence to modern local DIY punk scenes and live stage venues.

The report includes vintage concert posters + first-hand accounts that connect the past with today’s evolving music culture.

Corpus Christi in the 1970s comes alive as Caller-Times will release archive photos next week, featuring Padre Staples Mall's 1970 grand opening + Jerry Jeff Walker's 1974 performance, the Nueces County Courthouse opening in 1977, and the start of school desegregation busing in 1975.

Chicas Rock offers music lessons using donated instruments and volunteer instructors to help young women build confidence — a program founded 15 years ago by Cecy Treviño de Oliveira in Corpus Christi.

It now serves girls aged 5 through teens, fostering a supportive community where students also become mentors.

Safe and Strong Swim Academy offers private survival swim lessons for children 6 months and up in Corpus Christi, Portland and Calallen.

Owner Yvette Segovia stresses water safety as a year-round necessity and the program provides scholarship opportunities to help families build life-saving skills + water confidence.

Today, Dairy Queen is hosting Miracle Treat Day where $1 or more from every Blizzard treat sold at participating locations in Corpus Christi and nearby areas will support Driscoll Children's Hospital to fund critical pediatric care and equipment.

Leaders broke ground on ER 24/7 Calallen, a new standalone emergency room replacing the current facility on the northwest campus.

It will include a full lab, advanced imaging, and a helipad to shorten transfer times (patient services will start in July/Aug).

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.