Good morning, Corpus Christi.

The Gregory-Portland ISD Resource Center helps families get food and clothes with a food pantry and clothing closet every Wednesday as economic challenges continue.

Volunteers and officials report rising use of the service — a sign of increasing need among local families.

Parents gathered outside Veterans Memorial High School this morning to protest after a school employee was charged with giving alcohol to minors at a King's Crossing party on August 2 where two teenagers were shot — one with chest and back wounds and another with an ankle injury — as CCISD said safety is a top priority and urged sharing only facts.

Corpus Christi ISD put Mireles Elementary teacher Misty Perez on leave with pay — she and her husband, Robert, were accused of buying and providing alcohol to minors at a house party on the 7800 block of Beauvais Drive on August 2 that saw a shooting.

Students in Gregory-Portland ISD returned to classrooms today as the district celebrated its 75th anniversary at Stephen F.

Austin Elementary — where Principal Tycee Sanchez greeted them with dancing and smiles — and fourth grader Bella Aparicio urged a new student to feel excited about the day.

Invest 98L is moving toward south Texas and may cause heavy rain and localized flooding by the weekend — it currently has a 20% chance of cyclone formation in the next 48 hours and seven days.

Tropical Storm Erin is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by Sunday but is forecast to pass north of Texas, posing little direct threat to our area.

Corpus Christi City Council voted Tuesday to let staff draft a purchase agreement for water rights over 22K acres in San Patricio County from the Evangeline Groundwater Project — a move that will be reviewed in a future vote on the $169M deal.

The project is expected to yield about 24 million gallons per day but will need roughly $640M for drilling and infrastructure — city officials said revenue bonds will finance the costs.

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.

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.

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.

Frisco Roughriders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Whataburger Field — Cost varies — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Roughriders and Hooks.

Frisco Roughriders at Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Whataburger Field — Tickets required — Catch thrilling minor league baseball action with the Frisco Roughriders facing off against the Corpus Christi Hooks.

Chris Cagle Concert

8:00-10:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse — $20+ — Experience an unforgettable night with live country music by Chris Cagle.

Barrilitos & BBQ 5K

9 AM – 1 PM — Cole Park Amphitheater — Entry fee varies — Run by the bay and enjoy delicious barbecue treats after the race.

Frisco Roughriders vs. Corpus Christi Hooks

5:05-6:35 p.m. — Whataburger Field — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game in the heart of Corpus Christi.

Open Mic Night at House of Rock

6:30 PM — House of Rock — Free entry — Experience a night of eclectic performances from music to comedy and showcase your talent.

Crowbar Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Tickets from $41 — Experience an electrifying live performance by Crowbar in Corpus Christi.