Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
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🏘️ Community
H-E-B is partnering with the City of Corpus Christi to host a free Holiday Block Party scheduled for Friday, Dec.
20, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Corpus Christi Watergarden, where families enjoy live entertainment, Santa photos, interactive museum experiences, and free parking + transportation available.
On Dec. 16, 12-year-old Nate Gonzalez visited Lotspeich Elementary School in Robstown to give every child a Christmas gift, spreading holiday cheer across the community.
Corpus Christi Water has offered simple winter plumbing tips to help locals protect pipes as colder weather approaches.
The guidance suggests insulating outdoor pipes and disconnecting hoses (additional precautions are urged if temperatures fall below 32°F) to avoid costly repairs.
On Tuesday morning, Catholic Charities held the Community Christmas Blessing at its Westside building, distributing food boxes to families for a quality holiday meal.
Kathy Pekar said the boxes eased needs for the week of Christmas and warmed hearts ahead of a new Bishop’s oversight.
H-E-B Feast of Sharing will return this Saturday at the Hilliard Center to offer a free holiday meal and a place for neighbors to gather.
💼 Business
La Palmera mall is extending its hours for holiday shoppers.
From Dec. 19 to Dec. 23, stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on Christmas Eve (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.), with the mall closed on Christmas Day and back to regular hours on Dec. 26.
In 2025, at least 10 local eateries closed, including a well-loved steakhouse and a popular taco spot, while others rebranded or reopened under new names — a change that reshaped Corpus Christi’s dining scene.
Cloudsteppers opened its first-ever U.S. store at La Palmera Mall in Corpus Christi — featuring its lightweight shoes that promise a walk on air feel.
🎭 Culture
Buc Days 2026 announced its first headliners for the PBR Velocity Tour Finals — country star Carly Pearce will perform May 1 and comedy veteran Larry the Cable Guy will take the stage May 2 — and pre-sale tickets are available online using code BUCFRIEND until Dec.
19.
🌲 Environment
A dolphin stranded for over a week in shallow waters near the Lyndon B.
Johnson Causeway was rescued by local marine experts who worked quickly to save it.
A City audit shows recycling contamination dropped 7% while officials warn that common holiday mistakes may jam sorting machines and slow processing during the season in Corpus Christi.
🏛️ Government
Corpus Christi City Council approved a regional agreement with Alice, Beeville and Mathis today to share water and wastewater resources amid ongoing drought conditions.
🎉 Corpus Christi Events
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David's 1st Annual Neon Christmas
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — $15 — Experience a Honky Tonk Christmas Party and Concert with special guest Mark Berry.
Ice Hockey Match: Corpus Christi IceRays vs. Oklahoma Warriors
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Tickets from $10, Kids 12 and under free — Watch the local IceRays battle it out on the ice in an exciting match-up.
Driftmas Bash V & Hero Garage Toy Drive
10 AM – 6 PM — Drift Corpus — $85 Driver, $100 Co-Driver — Enjoy a day of drifting fun while supporting a toy drive for local kids.
Coastal Christmas 2025
12-4 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Free entry — Enjoy a magical skating experience with festive holiday music and cheer.
Open Mic Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Open for all — Showcase your talent in music, comedy, and creativity.
Young Klassics Concert
9 PM — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Enjoy electrifying cover performances of glam, alt rock, and pop hits all night long.
Trisum Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Free Admission — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music with Trisum.
Corpus Christi Marathon
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Bayfront Park — Registration fees apply — Experience a competitive marathon on a flat, scenic course in beautiful Corpus Christi.
Nicholls State Colonels vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Men's Basketball
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hilliard Center — Ticket information available — Catch the thrilling action as the Islanders battle on the court.
Open Mic Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — Showcase your creativity with music, comedy, and more at an unforgettable open mic night.
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