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Americans lose $733 a year due to traffic, new report ranks best and worst cities for drivers in 2024; Corpus Christi #3 for best driving
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas. — Americans lose an average of $733 annually due to time spent in traffic, according to a new report by WalletHub. The personal-finance website released its findings on the best and worst cities to drive in for 2024, analyzing 100 of the largest cities across 30 key metrics.
CCISD receives $182k grant during State of the District on Tuesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Independent School District celebrated the year's achievements at the annual State of the District held at the American Bank Center on Tuesday. During the presentation, Superintendent Dr. Roland Hernandez highlighted many wins including positive feedback from parents on their new cellphone rule, the...
The Purple Door to host its first ever 'Purple Pickleball Tournament'
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Lace up your tennis shoes and get your pickleball paddles! The Purple Door is inviting you to their first ever Purple Pickleball Tournament. The event is happening this Saturday Oct. 12 at 8:30 A.M. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, the tournament has social and competitive play for everyone to enjoy. Competitive brackets will be for doubles teams only. Each bracket your register to play in will be $30 each.
Corpus Christi ISD adds more flexibility to hire uncertified teachers amid staff shortage
(This story has been updated to add new information.) The Corpus Christi ISD board voted Monday to broaden the school district’s guidelines for hiring uncertified teachers as the district continues to combat its teacher shortage. The district had about 130 teacher vacancies as of early October, chief human resources officer Debbie Cruz said in...
First look at Del Mar College's latest renovation projects
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Multi-million dollar renovation projects on the Del Mar College Heritage Campus are taking shape. Its funding is part of a whopping $157-million bond referendum that was passed by voters back in 2014. The money went to improvements both on the Heritage and Windward campuses. On...
The intersection of culture, faith and mental health
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Even in 2024, for many families, mental health is not always a topic up for discussion. For those who grew up in Hispanic households, it's likely you grew up hearing the phrases: "Vale la pena," "pos ni modo," or "pray about it," when confronted with a difficulty or obstacle.
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