Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The Southside Farmers Market is moving to the Coastal Bend Wellness Center on Holly Road + local vendors will return every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Commodores Park on Padre Island is 85% complete and set to open next month ahead of its original Nov.

3 date, city engineering officials said — the facility will offer pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, a jogging trail, and parking.

Special Hearts in the Arts offers weekly fine arts classes and public performances for young adults with special needs at 4411 Gollihar in Corpus Christi.

The program, built on Sherry Davis’ vision, gives local participants a stage to shine and builds a welcoming community for families.

Texas families can shop tax-free for school supplies and clothing items from Aug.

7-9 at Texas retailers and online sellers. Eligible items include backpacks, shoes, and basic supplies — items sold for $100 or more do not qualify.

United Way's Operation SOS distributed more than 40 tons of school supplies to 43 Coastal Bend school districts on Tuesday at the Robstown Fairgrounds; the supplies will help 22,000 students prepare for the school year as part of a 36-year program partnered with KRIS 6.

CCISD staff celebrated the new school year today at their district back-to-school kickoff, setting a positive tone for educators as they prepared for upcoming challenges.

The Caller-Times has released historic first-day-of-school photos that show how fashions have evolved in Corpus Christi.

The display comes as Corpus Christi Independent School District prepares to start the 2026-27 school year on Aug. 11.

Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) said it will not raise 2027 policy rates, citing its strongest financial position in years.

The decision may benefit local policyholders (including those in Corpus Christi) by keeping costs stable.

Corpus Christi officials downgraded drought restrictions from Stage 3 to Stage 2 yesterday as higher lake levels let residents water lawns every other week.

City leaders said the easing pauses strict measures while new water supply projects continue.

Three Rivers has issued a boil water notice after heavy flooding on the Nueces River overwhelmed its water treatment plant, and local officials are coordinating with Corpus Christi and state partners to distribute safe water until floodwaters recede.

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.