🌱 Nueces County Sewage Issues + Educator Retiring After 41 Years

Hi Corpus Christi! Like many of you, the Patch staff is taking some time off for Memorial Day, so you won’t see this newsletter in your inbox for a few days. We’ll be back soon, but in the meantime, here’s what’s happening in and around town this weekend.

But first, today's weather:

Nice with partial sunshine. High: 90 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories in Corpus Christi today:

1. The Nueces County Courthouse in Corpus Christi has been plagued by a foul smell caused by broken sewage pipes. County officials plan to address the issue using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). An allocation of $1 million from ARPA funds is proposed to fix the pipes, with repairs already underway for the burst pipes and plans to replace other pipes showing signs of clogging. The Nueces County Commissioners will vote on the allocation of funds for pipe repairs on Jun. 7. (KRIS 6 News)
2. Steve James, a teacher at Calallen High School, has retired after a 41-year career in education. James began teaching at the age of 26 and was inspired by one of his former teachers. Throughout his career, he taught courses in advanced placement government, U.S. history, and geography, finding fulfillment in teaching subjects that he believed were relevant to students' lives. As he embarks on retirement, James plans to pursue his passion for reading, fitness, and travel, starting with a trip to Portugal to explore European history. (KRIS 6 News)
3. As Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer season, more people flock to area beaches and pools for a refreshing retreat. However, it's crucial to be aware of potential dangers. Familiarize yourself with the meaning of warning flag colors, such as green for calm conditions. Additionally, understanding how to handle rip currents is vital—remain calm, float instead of fighting against the current, swim parallel to shore when possible, and call for assistance if needed. (KIII TV News 3)

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Today in Corpus Christi:

• Southside Farmers Market At The Market On Evarhart (9:00 AM)
• Puppy PAWrade At Lazy Beach Brewing (4:00 PM)
• High N Dry - Def Leppard Tribute At Mesquite St. Comedy Club (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Water's Edge Summer Series begins today, May 27 at 4:00 p.m. and will run until Sep. 4. This family-friendly event will feature live music, food trucks, games, and more! (City of Corpus Christi Gov via Facebook)
• Mark your calendars for the upcoming weekend of Jun. 2 to Jun. 4., as both Endurance Fest and the Corpus Christi Beer Festival will be making waves. Get ready to participate in exciting activities like 5Ks, glow runs, bike tours, and a marathon at the three-day Endurance Fest. It's an event that promises an action-packed experience for all! (City of Corpus Christi Gov via Facebook)
• Curious about what is going on around town this summer? Corpus Christi has plenty of things to do - from the first Friday ArtWalk downtown to the bay-Jammin concert series, check out these events happening from May-August. (Visit Corpus Christi)

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