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In today's newsletter:

• How long will CCISD keep uncertified teachers in your child’s classroom?
• Who’s on the short list to shape Corpus Christi’s port future?
• Will your Corpus Christi neighborhood switch congressional districts in 2026?

Also on today's calendar: Holiday Craft Fair at the Southside Farmers Market and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Nice with plenty of sun, with a high of 71 and low of 54 degrees.
• Friday: Areas of fog in the morning, temps: high: 78, low: 64.
• Saturday: Partly sunny, a shower or two, with a high of 81 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Here's why Corpus Christi ISD might keep uncertified teachers (caller.com subscription) — Corpus Christi ISD plans to keep using partially uncertified “associate teachers” in core subjects through the 2028–29 school year by seeking a state-approved delay of new certification rules. District leaders say the move protects classroom stability and gives these teachers time and financial support to complete certification, while gradually reassigning fully certified staff into matching subject areas.
   

2. Here's who could represent Corpus Christi as new port commissioner (caller.com subscription) — Corpus Christi’s City Council will choose a new Port of Corpus Christi commissioner on Dec. 16, filling a powerful unpaid seat that helps steer major decisions for Nueces and San Patricio counties. Eighteen applicants, including former council members, ex-port commissioners, business leaders, and a Del Mar College executive, are vying to represent the city’s interests on the seven-member board.
   

3. Texas map shake-up: Corpus Christi districts shift again (kristv.com) — Corpus Christi residents will see their congressional representation change in 2026, with many shifting from Michael Cloud’s district to Vicente Gonzalez’s under newly approved Texas maps. A Del Mar College political scientist explains how moving Nueces County aims to create safer Republican districts and what that could mean for voter influence and competition. Residents can already check online to see which district they’ll fall into.
   

4. South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind uses new technology to expand job opportunities for workers (kristv.com) — In Corpus Christi, South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind is using new assistive technology and community-backed upgrades to open more job opportunities for visually impaired residents. Workers like Tim Hatcher and Ryan Grant show how magnification devices, safer workspaces, and ongoing fundraisers are helping people build careers, support families, and stay active across the Coastal Bend.
   

5. Driscoll Children's Hospital and American Heart Association give 10 CPR kits to local schools (kiiitv.com) — In Corpus Christi, Driscoll Children’s Hospital and the American Heart Association have donated 10 CPR and first aid sports kits to help local schools better respond to on-field emergencies. Doctors and CCISD’s athletic director say training more students and coaches in proper CPR techniques could be lifesaving, especially when seconds matter during sudden cardiac arrest.
   

📸 Around Corpus Christi

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Corpus Christi

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday December 13

• Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Corpus Christi
  Flanagan's Downtown, 417 Starr St, Corpus Christi
  4:30 pm

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Other local events

Friday December 12

• OES to Kenedy for UIL Academic
  Olsen El Port Aransas, TX 78373

Saturday December 13

• Holiday Craft Fair at the Southside Farmers Market
  5800 Everhart Rd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78413
  9:00 am

Sunday December 14

• 3rd Annual ¡Viva! La Música de Mariachi! Festival
  BUS , 702 N Chaparral St , Corpus Christi
  3:00 pm

Monday December 15

• OES Santacopter @ PAHS Lawn
  PAHS Lawn Port Aransas, TX 78373
  10:00 am

Tuesday December 16

• OES to PACT for Polar Express
  Olsen El Port Aransas, TX 78373

Thursday December 18

• Dads Day on Campus
  Brundrett Middle Port Aransas, TX 78373
  7:30 am
• OES Christmas Performance
  Olsen El Port Aransas, TX 78373
  9:45 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Friday December 12

• 5th Grade Self-Responsibility Permission Slips Due
  Austin El Portland, TX 78374
• Girls Basketball Away vs. CC Carroll
  Carroll High School
• Last Day for Food Drive
  Austin El Portland, TX 78374
• Letterman orders/payment
  Charlotte Brown Auditorium
  11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• I FOUND MY SCOOBY thanks to a lead !!
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• Life Care Centers of America posted a job opening for Activities Assistant in Corpus Christi. Apply here.
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