Port opens its doors: The Port of Corpus Christi now offers free guided tours of its Executive Administration Building every third Wednesday, showcasing its operations, economic impact and sustainability efforts — find out how to join.
Operation Safe Return returns: The Corpus Christi Police Department will host its annual back-to-school health and safety fair at the American Bank Center on Aug. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., distributing 4,000 backpacks, school supplies, immunizations and sensory support — find out how to attend.
TEX-PREP campers race robots: Sixth and seventh graders showcased their engineering skills yesterday at Del Mar Southside Campus by designing and programming robotic cars to conquer obstacle courses, applying everything from coding to actuators and manipulators — find out what they achieved.
Port Aransas Cafe changes hands: The Island Cafe, run by Pete and Dora Arzola since 1985, was sold on July 4 after four decades under family ownership — find out what’s next.
Harbor Island desal plant advances: A lease between the Port of Corpus Christi and the Nueces River Authority kicks off design and construction of a phased facility poised to produce up to 450 million gallons of freshwater daily and secures discounted rates for Corpus Christi customers — learn what this means for regional water rates.
Officers bond with youth: Ingleside Police stepped away from patrol duties for their second annual Field Day at N. O. Simmons Park, joining kids in tug-of-war, water balloon fights and more to foster trust before the new school year — find out how they’re building lasting connections.
Other Corpus Christi headlines this week
- All adoption fees waived until July 31
- Wernecke and Rogers reeled in top honors
- Free Robstown clinic opens in Nueces County
- House of Rock celebrates 20-year concert series
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard launches Texas flood fundraiser
- Northbound US-181 outside lane will close
- Nueces River rises upstream while drought endures
- Hawaiian Bros opened first Corpus Christi location
