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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Yorktown Boulevard improvement project, starting Wednesday, is set to complete by fall 2027.  KIII-TV
  • Billy Beckett and the Corpus Christi Astronomical Society host a night sky observation event at Padre Island, engaging the public with the Perseid meteor shower and astronomical education.  Caller Times

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A large fire at Villa Del Sol Condominiums in Corpus Christi damaged 18 units, leading to extensive cleanup and assistance from the American Red Cross for displaced residents.  Action 10 News
  • The Nueces County Medical Examiner identified 35-year-old Phillip Salinas as the victim of the Highway 361 crash.  KIII-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • A Corpus Christi police officer fatally shot an 18-year-old man, identified by the NAACP as Dwayne Johnson, who was assaulting another man outside a dance hall.  Caller Times
  • A 37-year-old man was arrested for throwing rocks at vehicles on a Texas highway, damaging six cars but causing no major injuries.  KRIS 6 News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Students and parents experience emotional moments on the first day of school in Corpus Christi, Texas, on August 12, 2024.  Caller Times
  • CCISD has announced their breakfast and lunch menus for the new school year, offering a variety of nutritional options for students.  KIII-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Corpus Christi opens cooling centers in response to a Heat Advisory with expected heat index values up to 112°, offering residents relief from dangerous temperatures.  City of Corpus Christi

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Charley Crockett's $10 Cowboy Tour

    Experience the unique sounds of Charley Crockett, a prominent figure in the revival of traditional country and folk music, during his live performance at the Selena Auditorium.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Buc Days Golf Tournament at Corpus Christi Country Club

    Experience a fun-filled day on the green with friends at the Buc Days Golf Tournament, benefiting scholarships for local students.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Open Mic Night at House of Rock

    Experience an evening of diverse performances as all acts are welcome to take the stage at this community event.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • Acoustic Evening with Eric Graham

    Experience an acoustic set by Corpus Christi native Eric Graham, featuring a blend of Folk, Pop, and Alt Rock music, accompanied by dinner in a relaxed atmosphere.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Midland RockHounds vs. Corpus Christi Hooks - Exciting Minor League Baseball Matchup

    Experience the thrill of Minor League Baseball as the Midland RockHounds take on the Corpus Christi Hooks at Whataburger Field.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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