Two fires were burning in Sinton simultaneously, with the Welder Fire listed as having burned 175 acres and another fire near Steel Dynamics.
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Due to Drought, City of Corpus Christi Updates Reclaimed Water Distribution Service
Corpus Christi Water is providing essential updates to its Reclaimed Water Distribution Service to streamline the process for residents and businesses.
Sea Wind Residents Kick Off Shop with a Cop Program
The program is held during the holiday season, and participating children are given a specific budget to buy gifts for themselves or their family members.
Accident Near Bishop Due to Fog
The accident occurred due to fog and low visibility. Several injuries were reported on the scene.
Corpus Christi Residents Receive Natural Gas Infrastructure Grant
This grant will provide funding for replacing 5.22 miles of steel gas lines on Kostoryz Road over an 18-month period.
Corpus Christi Approves Replacement and Additional Vehicles
The Corpus Christi City Council approved the acquisition of 72 vehicles. Of these, 51 vehicles will replace existing units, while 21 additional units will be allocated to various City departments.
Drought Resilience Program Aims to Support Small Businesses
Eligible businesses may receive up to $50,000 to cover payroll and retain existing employees and contractors.
New Collaboration Seeks to Enhance Child Development Outcomes
This initiative is available at the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District building at 1702 Horne Road and provides free screenings for children to age 5.
American Bank Center Arena HVAC Improvements Awarded
The American Bank Center was built in 1978, and the Arena addition was completed in October 2004.
Missing Person - Matthew Salas
Corpus Christi Police Detectives would like help from the public to locate a missing person.
Fatality Accident on Everhart
Officers arrived and located a four-vehicle crash. The at-fault male driver (40-years-old) of the crash was deceased on scene.
Gulf Beach Maintenance Project Underway
This four-day project will take place from Tuesday, February 4, to Friday, February 7, and will operate daily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Corpus Christi to Hold Listening Session on Proposed Updates to the Drought Contingency Plan
The DCP Listening Session will provide residents with an additional form of communication prior to the upcoming DCP vote taking place on February 11.
Updates to Drought Contingency Plan
The Corpus Christi City Council approved proposed updates to the City’s Drought Contingency Plan.
Service Agreement for Elderly Meal Delivery Program
The $738,000 contract is funded through the FY 2025 budget with $162,000 from the Elderly Nutrition Program Grant Fund.
Corpus Christi Drilling for Water
The coastal city also has been trying for years to develop a seawater desalination plant, but its efforts have lagged as big, thirsty industries continue to locate nearby and a five-year drought persists.
125 People Took Shelter at the Cold Weather Refuge Center
The Center was not set up to be a long-term shelter, however, in conjunction with the Good Samaritan Rescue Mission, Mother Teresa Shelter and Dismas Charities, the Center was able to provide access to showers, hygiene and clothing services.
Meadowbrook Fire in Bishop
On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at around 9:30 pm, Nueces County Emergency Service District 3 was dispatched to the 500 Block of Meadowbrook for a residential structure fire.
Video - Power Outages in Kingsville
Last night at around 10:14 pm, residents near Doddridge and 8th Street lost power due to electrical line sparking.
Corpus Christi City Manager to Negotiate Groundwater Leases
Lake Corpus Christi and Choke Canyon Reservoirs, dropped below 20%. Today, the levels are at 19.1 %.