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Corpus Christi
Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KRIS 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. KIII-TV
- ➤ 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. KRIS 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. KRIS 6 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Caller Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KIII-TV
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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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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.
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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.
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Chris Cagle Concert
8:00-10:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse — $20+ — Experience an unforgettable night with live country music by Chris Cagle.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Crowbar Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Tickets from $41 — Experience an electrifying live performance by Crowbar in Corpus Christi.
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