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Corpus Christi
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KRIS 6 recapped 2025’s major local news as the year ended, noting that January’s severe winter led to school closures with local warming centers providing help + April’s proposed tech shift at Sam’s Club sparked debate before plans reverted to traditional lanes. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Aransas Pass is marking the new year with a vibrant welcome sign—designed to give drivers a fresh first impression and highlight local pride. KIII-TV
- ➤ Chase is a friendly American Pit Bull Terrier and Labrador mix available for adoption at a Corpus Christi shelter; he is great with kids, potty-trained and learning leash manners — visit Monday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to meet him. KRIS 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Organizers have expanded the Coastal Bend Music Industry Symposium to include film and creative careers starting February 12, 2026 at House of Rock. The free event will feature four dedicated film sessions and music programming to boost local creative skills and economy. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ An Indigenous advocacy group is working to preserve sacred burial grounds and highlight the history of Donnel Point (along the La Quinta Channel) to protect significant cultural sites. KIII-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local mechanics on the Northside warn that failing to check your car before a cold snap today could lead to $6,000-$7,000 in repairs, and advise drivers to check coolant, windshield wiper fluid, battery, and tire pressure. KRIS 6 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A local mom stepped in when a mascot costume did not fit, ensuring (Buzzette and CJ Coyote), the mascots for Alice and Flour Bluff, made their Citrus Bowl debut. The event showcased community support. KIII-TV
- ➤ A Carroll football team surprised a cancer-fighting grandmother by presenting her with roses after the game. The warm gesture has touched local hearts & has been shared nationwide. KIII-TV
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Nathan Allen Concert
7-11 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Southside — Ticket info not provided — Experience classic country sounds from Nathan Allen, echoing legends of the genre.
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The Groove 2.0 Dance Night
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Hit the dance floor with The Groove 2.0 delivering the best of the '70s, '80s, and '90s funk sounds.
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McNeese State Cowgirls vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Women's Basketball
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Dugan Wellness Center — $69.43 — Catch the exciting clash between the Cowgirls and Islanders on the court.
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18 Hours Live Performance
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Experience a blast of '90s and 2000s alternative rock from this local high-octane band.
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The Klocks Live Performance
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Experience high-energy hits and epic stage presence with The Klocks at the ultimate party night.
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SELF CONTROL Live Concert
6 PM — House of Rock — $11.15 — Experience an electrifying night of high-energy live music with SELF CONTROL and special guests.
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Vintage Pictures with Special Guests
8 p.m. — House of Rock — $11.15 — Experience a high-energy night of genre-blending music featuring El Dusty and headliner Vintage Pictures.
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The Max Live at Rockit’s Whiskey Bar
9 PM — Rockit’s Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No cover — Experience a night of energetic music with The Max, featuring a blend of rock, pop, and dance hits.
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UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Dugan Wellness Center — $69.43 — Catch an exciting basketball clash between local teams at the Dugan Wellness Center.
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Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m. — House of Rock — Free entry — An unforgettable night of music, comedy, and creativity featuring local talents.
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