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Thursday, September 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Foster Angels South Texas hosted its Champions of Courage event—raising funds and awareness while honoring hope and resilience among foster children and serving over 2,000 kids.  KIII-TV

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Kiko’s Mexican Restaurant on Everhart Street in Corpus Christi was sold to Bret Wenzel who said he will keep the same name and menu that locals love—he has been a loyal customer for 15 years; a second location on South Alameda closed after being sold and will reopen as The Oasis with menu details pending.  KRIS 6 News
  • SpaceX test-fired its Super Heavy booster on Sept. 7 at its South Texas facility to check the safety for its next Starship flight. The booster test follows a successful launch on Aug. 26 from Starbase—180 miles south of Corpus Christi and sets the stage for more frequent launches to support future moon and Mars missions.  Caller Times

EDUCATION NEWS

  • On September 14, the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas will host the Cultura y Couture Fashion Show at 6181 Saratoga Boulevard to raise funds for Latinas in Progress scholarships that help cover college costs like housing and meals. Local businesses including 2 Jewels Boutique support the event and Telemundo anchor Nina Martinez will emcee the show—students can submit their scholarship applications that day.  KRIS 6 News
  • Texas A&M Corpus Christi hosted its annual State of the University luncheon today at the University Center to celebrate record enrollment, the largest graduating class, 25 athletic championships, and growing research in innovative studies—University president Kelly Miller said the school is preparing to join the Texas University Fund to further support these efforts.  KRIS 6 News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Atlantic hurricane season's historical peak on Sept. 10 passed quietly with only two tropical waves tracked, but forecasters warn Texas residents that conditions will become more favorable for storm development later this month—making it important to update preparations.  Caller Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On Wednesday, the Nueces County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to authorize immediate legal action against the Corpus Christi Housing Authority—alleging that its contracts for 13 high-end apartment complexes in a $350 million workforce housing plan violated the Texas Open Meetings Act by failing to provide proper public notice.  KRIS 6 News
  • On Wednesday morning, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approved requests from 16 residents for a contested hearing on Nueces Green Ammonia LLC’s permit to build a green ammonia plant near Robstown—residents said the plant could affect their health with increased emissions.  KRIS 6 News
  • Corpus Christi International Airport will charge more for parking after City Council voted Tuesday as part of its five-year plan—daily parking will rise from $11 to $13 and long-term from $13 to $15, with the first three hours free.  KIII-TV
  • The Corpus Christi City Council approved hiring an outside law firm to investigate fraud allegations against a downtown hotel developer that requested $2 million in taxpayer incentives last year—raising concerns amid an ongoing civil lawsuit. Council members debated the investigation’s fairness during a meeting on Sept. 9.  Caller Times
  • Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order today that bans hemp sales to anyone under 21 and requires retailers to check IDs to protect children. The order directs state agencies to strengthen testing, labeling, and recordkeeping, and retailers risk license loss if they fail to comply—more enforcement details will be announced soon.  KRIS 6 News

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Tue, 9/16/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 9/17/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 9/18/25

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  • Nathan Allen Live Performance

    8 PM – 2 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Tickets available — Enjoy lively music by country artist Nathan Allen from Corpus Christi.

    Fri, 9/19/25

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  • Casey Donahew Concert

    9-10:30 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $25+ for general admission — Enjoy an uplifting evening with live music from Casey Donahew.

    Sat, 9/20/25

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  • Emery Concert

    5:30-10:30 p.m. — Concrete Street Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional journey of Seattle's Emery as they share their heartfelt tales through powerful music.

    Sun, 9/21/25

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  • Gunnar Latham Live Performance

    7 PM – 1 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse — Free entry — Enjoy smooth singing from Texas's rodeo cowboy at this free show.

    Thu, 9/25/25

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  • Crucial Riddim 10th Anniversary Show

    6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Celebrate a decade of music with Crucial Riddim and special guests Los Survivors and The Bad Chords.

    Fri, 9/26/25

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  • KadabraCon Saturday 2025

    10 AM – 1 PM — American Bank Center — Tickets required — Dive into a magical universe where fandoms of animation, gaming, and horror come together for an unforgettable experience.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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  • KadabraCon Sunday 2025

    10 AM – 1 PM — American Bank Center — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a magical world where fandoms collide with animation, gaming, and horror.

    Sun, 9/28/25

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