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KPD Officer Sherman Benys Dies From Wounds
Kingsville Police Department reported on a social media post that officer Sherman Otto Benys Jr. has died of wounds that he suffered in a shooting on Monday.
Letter to the Editor - Domestic Violence is a Community Issue
Not only do we have a police department that is reeling from this tragedy, but somewhere out there is a family that was saved by the actions of these officers.
2021 U.S. Multihull Championship to Sail in Corpus Christi
The 2021 U.S. Multihull Championship will be held on the Corpus Christi Bay.
Kingsville Officer Involved in Shooting Identified
Friends and family members posted on social media to confirm the identity of the Kingsville police officer that was shot in yesterday’s domestic dispute as Officer Sherman Benys.
UPDATE - KPD officer injured
The investigations into the domestic violence call, the shooting that resulted in the injury of a Kingsville Police Officer and the police chase are underway.
Kingsville Police Officer Wounded
Police responded to a domestic call incident on Wanda Street and as the officer approached the address he was shot at close range.
Colston Wellness Center Reopen
Colston Wellness Center will welcome current and future members by offering a discounted membership rate.
Kingsville Police Arrest 20 Year Old Man in Connection with Halloween Murder
As the initial officer arrived in the area, he noticed a vehicle driving away from the residence.
John Ploug Found Safe in Corpus Christi
Officer Gena Pena confirmed that Ploug, a mentally challenged person, was in good physical condition and removed from the system as a missing person.
Firefighting Truck to Honor Fallen Firefighter
CCIA will dedicate and commission a brand-new Aircraft Rescue Firefighting truck before placing it into service.
Annual Economic Forum
TAMUK will host its annual Economic Forum from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3.
Neighborhood Services to Host Community Event
The Neighborhood Services Department will host its third Connections to Assistance event on Saturday, October 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
TAMUK to Receive $45 Million for Critical Renovations
The University will also receive funding from SB8, the COVID-related appropriations bill to enhance the quality of education for at-risk students.
Buccaneer Commission, Inc. to host Annual Buc Day Festival
The special events agreement will allow the use of City property and provide City services for the Buc Days Festival.
Construction Contract for Packery Channel Restoration
FEMA grants will help pay for damages from hurricane Harvey.
City and County Partner for West Haven Park Improvements
The county will pay $200,000, and the City will pay up to $175,000 for construction.
Corpus Christi to Create a New Health Department
Withdrawal from the Health District will be effective January 18, 2022.
Additional Lighting at Lozano Golf Center’s
Practice range and 9-hole course will be the first lighted executive course in the region.
Texas Theater Announcement
The historic Texas Theater has been recently purchased by a group of local developers who plan to bring the facility back to life as a gathering spot for entertainment in the City of Kingsville.