Good morning, Corpus Christi.

A donated trailer now helps support foster children in Corpus Christi as part of a program that started in 2020 as a Christmas gift drive and now provides year‐round gifts and resources—local groups have expanded outreach to help more children.

Residents on Vanderbilt Drive are worried that abandoned homes have attracted squatters, and city code enforcement has escalated a work order to address the issue within the week—neighbors expect improvements soon.

City officials in Corpus Christi are looking at whether to start an outside probe after an auditor found that hotel developers likely changed a FEMA document to get $2 million in tax money for a new downtown hotel — the memo from George Holland raised concerns — and a lawsuit by a rival developer has added pressure for clear answers.

TAMUCC hosted a topping out ceremony on August 26 for its new 85,000-square-foot Arts and Media building where students and faculty signed a steel beam before it was raised.

The facility — which includes a 200-seat recital hall for the music, theatre and dance programs — will open by summer 2026.

City officials and Flour Bluff ISD met Monday with 70 community members to talk about shortened hours at the Janet F.

Harte Library due to a state law change that cut operating time from 44 to 28 hours a week. Councilman Mark Scott and City Manager Peter Zanoni said they reviewed ideas—including building a stand-alone library on the 2026 bond that would take about four years to complete.

Crowbar Concert

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

Clarissa Serna Live

9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover charge — Experience an unforgettable night filled with soul, rock, and R&B from a hometown favorite.

Break Fest

5-12 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 to $19.65 — Experience two nights filled with live music from an incredible lineup of local bands.

Matt Castillo Concert

8:00-10:30 PM — Concrete Street Amphitheatre — Tickets starting at $ — Enjoy an evening with Matt Castillo in a vibrant atmosphere.

MusicWalk (Enhanced ArtWalk)

6-10 p.m. — Downtown Corpus Christi — Free entry — Experience the vibrant rhythms of MusicWalk with local artists and musicians uniting the community.

Cody Jinks Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — Concrete Street Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of country music with Cody Jinks in Corpus Christi.

Los Yesterdays Concert

8:00 – 10:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $30 + service charges — Experience an evening of live music featuring Los Yesterdays with the McCharmlys.

Harry Potter Trivia Night

6-11:59 p.m. — The Annex — Prizes for winners — Test your knowledge on the magical world of Harry Potter during a fun-filled trivia night.

House of Rock UNPLUGGED

7 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Experience local talents with a new acoustic twist at this unique musical showcase.

That 1 Guy Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $21.65 — Experience the unique and imaginative sounds of Mike Silverman, aka That 1 Guy, in a one-of-a-kind musical performance.