🌱 250 Free Cooling Kits For Corpus Christi Residents + Train Rides

Good morning, hello. It's me, Sean Peek, your host of the Corpus Christi Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; breezy, humid. High: 97 Low: 80.

Here are the top three stories today in Corpus Christi:

1. Reliant's "Beat the Heat" Program, in collaboration with Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation, is offering a curbside distribution of 250 free cooling kits to Corpus Christi residents at Lindale Senior Center on Saturday, Jun. 24. The kits aim to help people stay cool and have fun during the hot summer and include a box floor fan, fruit cup, and indoor activity. Each person is limited to one box fan, and a maximum of two fans per vehicle, and recipients must be present to receive the kits. You can learn more here. (Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation-Live Learn Play via Facebook)
2. Starting after Jul. 4, those visiting nearby Rockport Beach will have the opportunity to enjoy train rides as a new attraction. The service, which was previously available at the Rockport Railroad Depot, will now be expanded to the beach area, providing visitors with a unique way to explore and enjoy the surroundings. The train rides will be free of charge, offering families and children another fun activity to experience while visiting Rockport Beach. (KIII 3)
3. The ongoing high temperatures in South Texas are not only affecting people, farmers, and animals but also local businesses. Kiko's Restaurant in Corpus Christi has taken measures to combat the heat by placing multiple fans throughout the establishment. The owner, Marcus Barrera, has also made efforts to lower the temperature inside the restaurant by using a portable air conditioning vent and adding cool water and ice. However, supply chain delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic have affected the arrival of a new cooling system. (KRIS 6)

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Today in Corpus Christi:

• Rock & Roll Up Your Sleeve Blood Drive At Cavender's Boot City (9:00 AM)
• Corpus Christi Southside Farmers Market At The Market On Everhart (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• If you plan to stay in town this weekend, check out the street closures and traffic impacts report here before heading out. (City of Corpus Christi - Public Works: Engineering and Streets via Facebook)
• Join the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department for a festive "Happy Birthday America" Independence Day Dance exclusively for active adults aged 50+ today. The dance will take place from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Broadmoor Senior Center. (Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation-Live Learn Play via Facebook)
• Mark your calendars for the Corpus Christi Food Truck Festival on Jul. 4 as part of the Mayor's Big Bang Celebration! From noon to 9:00 p.m., indulge in a variety of eats from food trucks. The grand finale of the day will be the fireworks show starting at 9:30 p.m. (City of Corpus Christi - Government via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.