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Corpus Christi
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today at the American Bank Center, Operation Safe Return will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will offer over 4,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and on-site free physicals, organized by the Corpus Christi Police Department (with support from local businesses) to help students prepare for the new school year. KIII-TV
- ➤ Today at the Omni Hotel on Shoreline Boulevard the Corpus Christi Police Officers Association Boxing Club holds its annual event to honor fallen officer Albert Leal Jr. — who lost his battle with ALS — as boxers from across Texas compete for a championship ring and raise funds for local support and nonprofits. KRIS 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Border Patrol agents seized over 72 pounds of cocaine valued at more than $2.3 million on July 26—agents discovered 30 bundles hidden in an 18-wheeler's ceiling after a K-9 alert and the driver will be presented for prosecution. Action 10 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Texas shoppers will have a chance to save on school supplies and select clothing when the Tax-Free Weekend begins on August 8 and ends on August 10+ Stores will not offer a tax refund for items bought before or after the holiday, and only items sold for less than $100 qualify+. KRIS 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT is planning to upgrade US 77 to interstate standards and will host public hearings in August so residents can learn more about the project; the in-person hearings are scheduled for August 20 at the Refugio County Expo Center and August 21 at the Woodsboro School Cafeteria from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. plus a virtual option will start on August 20. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ City officials closed a $7M budget gap by reducing spending and planning fee hikes on services as they fine-tune the revised budget for adoption on September 9 — they are also set to eliminate seven city positions while working to keep affected employees. KIII-TV
SHOP NEWS
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Michael Burtts Live Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with Michael Burtts.
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Rock Of Ages - A Tribute To The Legends
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse — $15 ADV, $20 Day of Show — Celebrate the legendary rock era with a tribute that brings back the hits.
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Tulsa Drillers vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
5:05-6:35 p.m. — Whataburger Field — Cost varies — Experience live baseball action as the Drillers take on the Hooks in a thrilling matchup.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 PM — House of Rock — Free entry — Experience a night of music and creativity as performers showcase their talents in front of an enthusiastic audience.
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Air Guitar Showdown
6-7:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $0 to $6.15 — Compete for the title of Air Guitar master and win tickets to a future show at House of Rock.
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David Martinez Live Performace
8 PM - 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with David Martinez.
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8 Bit Serenade
9 PM — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Experience high-energy '80s dance hits with a modern rock twist and enjoy live music on the patio.
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SLAM FEST VII
4 PM — House of Rock — $19.65 — Enjoy a vibrant lineup of local music talents at the 7th Annual Corpus Christi Slamfest.
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Fire From the Gods Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $23.15 to $24.65 — Experience a high-energy rock performance featuring Fire From the Gods and special guests Kerosene Shores.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 PM — House of Rock — Free entry — Unleash your talent at a vibrant night of music, comedy, and creativity hosted by Mattman.
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