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Rise and shine, Corpus Christi!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: $29M coastal protection, free vehicle checks and repairs up to $600, and Taste of the Coast food truck festival + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Corpus Christi protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Expanded coastal protection efforts: Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announced nearly $29 million for Coastal Bend shoreline projects, including North Beach nourishment. Corpus Christi gets $6.5 million, with work ahead on rookery islands — see what’s funded and where.
Safety and reliability spotlight: Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s free AutoCheck program offers vehicle checks and up to $600 for qualifying emissions repairs to reduce pollution, sponsored by the Port of Corpus Christi — see what’s inspected and covered.
Family fun under one roof: Mr. Gatti’s Pizza opened Monday in Portland, Texas, bringing pies, a salad bar, arcade games, skee-ball, basketball hoops, and an icy slush machine, plus a tap wall with popular beers — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Craving an easy win: When the week needs a lift, Vietnam Restaurant brings bright, balanced flavors and a quietly fancy, still-local vibe. Picture crisp spring rolls, wok-kissed noodles and stir-fries, and soothing bowls that turn Tuesday into a treat.
Stash refresh, anyone? Quilting Touch carries a wide range of fabric, with in-house longarm quilting and machine repairs, and they’re a Janome dealer if your setup needs an upgrade. Most quilts are back in under 10 days, keeping your project momentum going this week.
Craving a no-fuss breakfast: Andy’s Country Kitchen delivers homestyle comfort with hearty breakfasts, classic plates, and just-enough Texas charm. Settle in, catch up with your people, linger over coffee, and head out feeling a little happier than when you walked in.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌸 Booze N Blooms Spring Fever Floral Workshop @ The Annex | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been itching to trade winter blues for fresh blooms, Booze N Blooms is back with a bright, no-experience-needed floral workshop at The Annex. Expect armfuls of spring flowers, supplies included, cocktails for purchase, and zero judgment if you BYO snack.
🍿 Family Friday Movie & Craft @ Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library | Friday (3/13) at 1:30 PM – Family Friday in the Children’s Area means one thing, a kid-approved movie and an easy craft that keeps little hands busy while you pretend this counts as culture. Low-key fun, screen time you can feel good about, and zero glitter in your carpet afterward.
đźšš Taste of the Coast Food Truck Festival @ Water’s Edge Park | Friday (3/13) at 2:00 PM – Skip the beach parking drama and graze your way through Taste of the Coast at Waters Edge Park, a Spring Break food truck lineup with live music, local vendors, and Coastal Bend favorites. Bring the kids, bring your stretchy pants, bring cash, and an appetite.
🌅 Sunset Sound Immersion @ Zaya Yoga CC | Friday (3/13) at 6:30 PM – Whether your brain is still chewing on emails or you just need a soft landing, settle into a sunset sound bath with Jonda on crystal bowls and Victoria’s vocals. A quiet reset for grownups, $15, and you leave lighter, clearer, and actually breathing again.
🍀 Shamrock Shuffle 5K Run & 1 Mile Leprechaun Chase @ Cole Park Corpus Christi Tx | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 AM – Join a friendly 5K at Cole Park Amphitheater, chip timed with age group awards, and plenty of green. Kids chase a leprechaun in the 1K for a medal, you earn your brunch, and yes, register early if you want the shirt.
🍎 Coastal Bend Farmers & Artisans – March 14th Market @ Asbury Methodist Church | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and swing by the Coastal Bend farmers and artisans market, the March edition, where local growers and makers bring the good stuff. Think just-picked produce, small-batch goodies, and gifts you can’t get online, and yes, chatting counts as cardio.
♻ Monthly Park Cleanup @ Oak Park 4001 Mueller St Corpus Christi, TX 78408 | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Take a break from errands and pitch in at Oak Park’s monthly cleanup on the second Saturday. It’s family friendly, bags and gloves are on the house, and the only heavy lifting is civic pride, coffee, and maybe a rogue fast-food cup. RSVP helps.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Corpus Christi report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 72°F – Precip: 13%
Areas of fog before 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Heat index values as high as 84. Southeast wind 7 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Later: Cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind 15 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 71°F – Precip: 2%
Cloudy, with a high near 79. South southeast wind 15 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 71. South southeast wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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