Welcome to The Corpus Christi Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• August Family Picnic

• History on the founding of Corpus Christi

• And much more…

Quote of the Week

"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop."

–Confucius

Important Updates

Finance

• The National Association of Realtors will enforce several policy changes starting Saturday.

Health

• Vector Control to spray for mosquitos in Corpus Christi

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Festivals

🎭 August Family Picnic
Lefferts Historic House, Corpus Christi, TX
August 18th

Music

🎬 Grow Local Farmers’ Market
Art Center of Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, TX
August 21st

Corpus Christi Historical Events

1845: Founding of Corpus Christi by Henry Kinney

In 1845, entrepreneur Henry Kinney established a trading post at the site of present-day Corpus Christi, marking the official founding of the city. Kinney's post was initially intended to facilitate trade between Mexican ranchers and American settlers, but it quickly grew into a small community, attracting settlers and businesses. The strategic location of Corpus Christi along the Texas coast made it an important center for commerce, particularly in the trade of cattle and other goods.

The founding of Corpus Christi occurred during a period of significant change in Texas, as the region transitioned from being part of Mexico to becoming an independent republic and eventually a state within the United States. Kinney's trading post played a key role in this transformation by serving as a hub for trade and communication between the diverse populations in the area. The settlement also became a staging ground for military operations during the Mexican-American War, further cementing its importance in the region.

Corpus Christi's growth accelerated after Texas was annexed by the United States in 1845, with the town being incorporated in 1852. The early establishment of trade and transportation networks laid the foundation for Corpus Christi's development into a major port city. Today, Henry Kinney is remembered as a key figure in the city's history, and Corpus Christi continues to thrive as a center for trade, tourism, and industry.

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