Welcome to The Corpus Christi Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• Harbor Bridge project update

• Pint Night

• And much more…

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Quote of the Week

“Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.”

― Bruce Lee

Important Updates

🧑‍⚕️ Health

CCISD, Texas school policies now treating COVID-19 cases like the flu. (link)

💼 Other

Harbor Bridge Project: New exit to Uptown Corpus Christi has opened. (link)

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi’s drone program upgrades to institute status. (link)

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.

Comedy

🎤 LAUGH at the pack!
Packery Bar & Grill, Corpus Christi, TX
August 31st | 8:00 PM | (More Info)

Concerts & Performances

🎶 Throat Locust
House of Rock, Corpus Christi, TX
August 30thth | 6:00 PM | (More Info)

🪄 Cruise Control LIVE @ Water's Edge Concert Series
Water's Edge Park, Corpus Christi, TX
September 1st | 7:00 PM | (More Info)

Family Friendly

🎨 Corpus Christi Mystic Market - Holistic Fair (FREE)
Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Airport Conference Center, Corpus Christi, TX
September 1st | 12:00 PM | (More Info)

Corpus Christi In Film

Movie of the Week: The Open Road (2009)

Filming Locations: Features scenes at Whataburger Field, the home of the Corpus Christi Hooks baseball team.

In The Open Road (2009), Corpus Christi, Texas, serves as an important location that adds depth to the film’s narrative. The movie features key scenes at Whataburger Field, home of the Corpus Christi Hooks baseball team, where the father-son duo, played by Jeff Bridges and Justin Timberlake, visit the stadium. This setting provides a poignant backdrop for the film, emphasizing the strained yet hopeful relationship between the two characters as they attempt to reconnect. The use of Whataburger Field not only highlights the cultural significance of baseball in Texas but also underscores the personal journey of the characters as they navigate through their emotional and physical road trip.

The scenes at Whataburger Field capture the heart of Corpus Christi, showcasing the city's love for sports and its vibrant community spirit. The stadium, with its view of the bay and iconic Texas sunsets, adds a sense of warmth and familiarity to the film, contrasting with the complexities of the father-son relationship at the story’s core. By choosing this location, the filmmakers were able to root the characters’ journey in a real, relatable environment, making their emotional experiences feel more genuine and grounded. The inclusion of Corpus Christi’s beloved baseball field adds a layer of authenticity to the film, making it a memorable part of the narrative.

Corpus Christi In Music

Song of the Week: Meet Me in Corpus

"I'll be there by Satuday. But if you beat me down to Corpus. Just find a little we'd like to stay"

Artist: Larry Joe Taylor

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-Yannick Lyons