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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Corpus Christi's historic Ritz Theatre acquires adjacent property, paving way for new performing arts annex (kristv.com) — A major step toward revitalizing downtown Corpus Christi's historic Ritz Theatre just happened, as the nonprofit bought the vacant lot next door to build a modern performing arts annex. The new space will add accessible restrooms, event areas, and amenities while preserving the 1929 theater's character ahead of its planned 2029 centennial reopening.
2. Coastal Bend Blood Center's Run for Blood draws hundreds of runners to Corpus Christi's Water's Edge Park (kristv.com) — Hundreds of runners filled Water's Edge Park in downtown Corpus Christi for the Coastal Bend Blood Center's Run for Blood, featuring 1K, 5K, and 10K races. The event is the center's only annual fundraiser, helping maintain a safe, reliable blood supply for patients throughout the Coastal Bend while offering food, giveaways, and community fun.
3. Nueces County restaurant inspections for Oct. 1 to Oct. 7 (caller.com subscription) — Recent inspections by the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District found issues like toxic chemicals in a walk-in cooler and raw meat stored above ready-to-eat foods at some local establishments between Oct. 1 and 7. Out of more than 70 businesses, eight scored below 95 while 28 earned perfect scores, offering residents a snapshot of current food safety performance.
4. Corpus Christi firm wants a crack at $382M contract to transport ICE detainees (expressnews.com) — A Corpus Christi-based security company is challenging a $382 million federal contract that would pay a rival firm to transport ICE detainees across Texas, potentially affecting how migrants are moved from local jails. Led by a former Corpus Christi congressional candidate, Asset Protection & Security Services has filed a formal protest, putting the massive, armed transport network's rollout under review. Residents may watch closely as a hometown firm contests this high-stakes deal.
5. Parker McCollum, Koe Wetzel Announce 2026 Co-Headlining Holiday Tour (rttnews.com) — Country stars Koe Wetzel and Parker McCollum are bringing their revived "Naughty or Nice Tour" to Corpus Christi this December as part of a five-date Texas run. The holiday-themed shows will mix fan favorites with seasonal songs, including McCollum's take on "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town." Tickets go on sale October 9, giving local fans plenty of time to plan a festive night out.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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