Major UTV Accident Near Chapman Ranch Road
Halo flight was dispatched and transported one of the victims to an area hospital. Two others were transported by ground ambulance.
Construction Contract Awarded to JE Construction Services
The Corpus Christi City Council approved two Bond 2020 street construction contracts of $2.3 and $3.2 million.
Additional Improvements Are Slated for Bill Witt Park
The new playground will be next to a splash pad and include bongos, a river walk climber, a double swerve slide, and shadow play trees. A spider climber will also be installed.
Kingsville Health Department Responding to Detection of West Nile
The community is urged to follow previously recommended mosquito bite prevention practices by avoiding outdoor activity at dawn and dusk when mosquitos are most active.
Video-Gas Line Rupture on Chapman Ranch Near Bishop
At around 4 pm this afternoon, Nueces County fire crews were called a natural gas line explosion on County Road 14A.
Direct Flights to Denver available for Limited Time at CCIA
Passengers flying from the Corpus Christi (CRP) Airport to Denver will stop at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), but with direct flight service, they will not have to change seats, get off the airplane, or deal with a layover.
Animal Care Services Offers Volunteer Opportunities
CCACS is now offering a new way to get involved with Volunteer Play Groups.
TAMUK Opens Food Pantry
With the food bank’s support, the Javelina Care Closet will be able to provide additional food support and resources for students facing issues of food insecurity.
Corpus Christi Aim at Attracting More Police Officers to the Force
Both new officers were sworn in this morning by Judge David Stith of the 319th District Court. Both officers are the first lateral transfers to the CCPD.
Requests for Assistance Exceed Available Funding
The City is actively seeking additional resources to expand the programs, and the application process will reopen when funds become available.
Kleberg County Sheriff in Automobile Accident
According to reports, Kirkpatrick was in front of his home when a driver ran a stop sign and crashed into Kirkpatrick’s truck.
Texas Water Development Board approves $700,000 to the City of Kingsville
In addition to the grant funding, the City could save approximately $400,000 over the life of the loan by using the FIF program.
Public Safety Staff Recognized
On September 5, Aransas Pass Police Chief, Eric Blanchard, recognized 21 public safety employees for their service to the community.
Southwest Airlines Will Arrive with Airman Herald Boyd
It was believed that Boyd’s remains were associated with a set of remains designated as Unknown X-4804 Neuville, but this could not be proven.
City Adopts Record-Setting $1.4 Billion FY 2023 Budget
The Corpus Christi City Council adopted the City’s operating and capital budget totaling $1.4 billion for the Fiscal Year 2023, which begins October 1, 2022.
Mosquito Spraying Schedule Week of September 6
The City of Corpus Christi is proactively preparing for an increase in the mosquito population and has initiated a mosquito spraying schedule for this week.
EPA Reverses Course, Rejects Permit for Oil Exporting from Corpus Christi
Previously, the EPA exempted a proposed oil export terminal off the Texas coast from air pollution requirements. This week it rejected the permit because of pollution concerns.
School Districts Encourage Students, Staff to wear Maroon for Uvalde
Area schools have been asked to show support and wear maroon to school this morning.
Controlled Releases of Water for Dam Safety are Possible
With Lake Corpus Christi approaching capacity and rain in the forecast, controlled water releases from Lake Corpus Christi through Wesley Seale Dam may be necessary in the coming days.
New Food Pantry at BCISD
On Friday, BCISD opened their food pantry to the BCISD community.