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Corpus Christi
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi residents will attend V Mart’s annual Moon Festival on Saturday, September 27 at 4 p.m. on the Southside, where families can sample mooncakes, join lantern-making workshops, enjoy live performances and participate in outdoor movie screenings—bringing the community together to celebrate Asian culture. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Today La Retama Library hosted Pow-Wow 101 to celebrate Native American traditions with live dance and storytelling. Families learned about cultural etiquette and long-held customs—helping to dispel stereotypes and build community understanding. KIII-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi is hosting the 5th annual Sisters in Fire event—giving students in grades 8-12 hands-on training in firefighting and public safety careers. KIII-TV
- ➤ Parents across Texas filed a federal lawsuit on Sept. 22—alleging that a state law requiring every school to display a specific version of the Ten Commandments violates religious rights, and a Flour Bluff parent says the policy makes her child feel unwelcome. Caller Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A recent email from the city attorney contradicts the city manager’s testimony on a $2 million hotel incentive—raising fresh questions about whether all council members were informed about an altered screenshot shown during an April session. Councilman Roland Barrera defended the award as an economic catalyst while public records and depositions add layers to the dispute at City Hall. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi City Council will review two proposed groundwater projects today after canceling an Inner Harbor desalination plant three weeks ago. One proposal, the Evangeline project near Sinton, could deliver 24 million gallons per day while another proposed by the South Texas Water Authority near Driscoll may supply up to 28 million gallons of treated water & include details on test well results and volume projections. Caller Times
- ➤ A proposed funding shift at Corpus Christi Army Depot from Washington may change how money is used. Local leaders say the change could bring more work while union members warn layoffs might happen—officials plan more talks. KIII-TV
- ➤ San Patricio water district is asking Corpus Christi to transfer permits for the La Quinta desalination project—a move that could change the city's future. City officials are reviewing the request to determine next steps. KIII-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts in the Coastal Bend warn parents that free AI chatbots may harm children’s mental health and stress that these tools should not replace real human help — professionals from local hospitals and universities urge parents to stay alert for warning signs. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ A free Narcan vending machine is now operating at 907 Antelope St.—the first in the Coastal Bend—to offer naloxone near a substance abuse recovery clinic and other downtown public services. Program director Taze Vandever said the machine holds 300 units and had dispensed about 200 units since its launch on September 12th. Caller Times
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Bend realtor David Garcia explained that the Fed’s recent rate cut—reducing rates by about a quarter of a percent—offers a chance to lower monthly home payments, though rising demand may soon push home prices higher. He noted that buyers looking at a $400,000 home could see monthly savings of about $100 to $150 and advised acting quickly before competition increases, while experts predict rates may drop two more times by year end. KRIS 6 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Week 5 Friday Night Sports Blitz Rankings show that Sinton Pirates moved to first place in the large school poll after beating Gregory-Portland 38-28 last Friday—while the small school poll remains unchanged as Orange Grove is set to host Edna Cowboys on Friday. KIII-TV
- ➤ On September 20th, Corpus Christi hosted its annual Conquer the Coast bicycle ride — 1,400 cyclists rode along planned routes, as shown in video coverage. The event marks a key outing for local cycling enthusiasts. Caller Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Birding Trip in Corpus Christi, TX
All day — Corpus Christi HawkWatch — $950 per person — Experience the fall migration in America’s birdiest city with expert birding opportunities.
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Saving Abel Live Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — GA ADV: $29 + service fees — Enjoy an electrifying night with Saving Abel and special guest King Falcon.
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Country Takeover
7-10 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Enjoy a night of country twang with Sergio Espinosa and Eros Garcia at House of Rock.
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
7-8:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center Selena Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the energy of rock music performed by an orchestra under candlelight.
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KISS Alike - KISS Tribute Band
9-10:30 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $15+ — Rock out with KISS Alike as they pay tribute to the legendary band with a night of classic hits.
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Cage The Elephant Concert
6:50-9:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an electrifying performance from Cage The Elephant along with special guests hey, nothing and GIRL TONES.
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