Sunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pumpkin patches across the Coastal Bend offer family-friendly fall fun and volunteer opportunities—each location has varying dates and hours throughout October. For example, the Asbury United Methodist Church patch in Corpus Christi will run from October 18 to 31, giving residents a chance to enjoy seasonal activities. Action 10 News
- ➤ Robstown marks the 40th year of Cottonfest — the event brings community members together to celebrate local traditions. KIII-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The local dance group CC Hop Hop Unit—ages 11–18—is hosting a pop-up event tomorrow at Fonzie’s Dance City to raise funds for their entry to World of Dance in Houston. KIII-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The current Assistant Director for San Antonio Metro Health has been named the new Public Health Director for Corpus Christi–Nueces County Public Health District and will begin her tenure on Oct.20. KIII-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Coastal Bend families and hospital staff celebrated former NICU babies' growth at a reunion at Driscoll Children's Hospital—marking a positive milestone for the children. KIII-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Patel Real Estate Holdings bought the old Sunrise Mall in November and started demolishing it in August, planning two Marriott hotels, a convention center and a 25-story condo with 200 units near Eddie’s Taverns and McArdle Road. Demolition near Safe Space Storage and the former Stein Mart building will resume once property swaps are finalized—Corpus Christi Development Services is working to keep the site clear. Action 10 News
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — An unforgettable night of music and comedy awaits at House of Rock's Open Mic Night hosted by Mattman.
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Meza Band - No Cover
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover charge — Experience the vibrant sounds of Country and Classic Rock from the ultimate family jam band.
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Corpus Christi IceRays Hockey Game
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Hilliard Center — $25, $15, $12, $10 with Kids 12 and under FREE — Catch exciting minor league hockey as the IceRays kick off their season.
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Elida Reyna Concert
9 PM – 12 AM — Brewster Street Icehouse — ADV $25, Day of Show $30 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Elida Reyna at one of Corpus Christi's favorite venues.
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Open Mic Night at House of Rock
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Unleash your talent at a night filled with music, comedy, and creativity hosted by Mattman.
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David Martinez Live Performance
7 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Experience captivating cover songs by David Martinez in a lively atmosphere.
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