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Red Cross urgent call for shelter volunteers
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Red Cross is making an urgent plea for volunteers to work in disaster shelters in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene, and preparing for Hurricane Milton recovery efforts. This will be a two week volunteer deployment. Even if you don't have disaster experience, but have...
City ahead of schedule on Rapid Pavement Program; here's why you still see heavy construction
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi is making strides in its Rapid Pavement Program, completing the 2024 list for residential streets ahead of schedule. However, for those who are still seeing a lot of construction happening, Corpus Christi Public Works Director Ernie De La Garza said that not all streets are created equal.
Hearings for parking citations to be held at Corpus Christi Municipal Court
Beginning Oct. 14, Corpus Christi residents who wish to pay for parking citations in person must now do so at the Municipal Court. The Office of Administrative Hearings for non-criminal offenses relocated to the court after it received a notice to vacate two leased offices in the Wilson Plaza building, at 615 Leopard...
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...
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.
CCFD upgrades facilities, equipment with help from city council
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi Fire Chief Brandon Wade told 3NEWS he appreciates "the backing" of city council when it comes to approving manpower and equipment requests for the department. He says the support is vital to continue to be able to hire more firefighters and ensure they have the equipment they need to do their jobs.
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