🌱 PRIDE Youth Prom On Jun. 3 + Water Street Village Demolished

Hi all. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Corpus Christi Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in the p.m. High: 89 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories in Corpus Christi today:

1. The Coastal Bend PRIDE Center in Corpus Christi, Texas, is hosting the 2023 LGBTQIA+ Youth Prom on Jun. 3. The event aims to provide a safe and supportive space for LGBTQIA+ teens to enjoy a night of dancing and fun. The theme for this year's prom is "Night Under the Sea," encouraging attendees to wear ocean or water-themed costumes. Tickets are available for $10 each, and the event will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Jun. 3. The Coastal Bend PRIDE Center is the only LGBTQIA+ community center in the area and strives to create an inclusive and compassionate environment for the local LGBTQIA+ population. (KIIITV.com)
2. Water Street Village, a former housing law firm in Corpus Christi has been demolished to make space for a new parking lot. The site, which was later converted into a popular shopping center in the 70s, has now been torn down. The demolition marks the end of an era for the location that has undergone various transformations over the years. (KIIITV.com)
3. The Corpus Christi Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated robbery. The incident occurred on May 1, 2023, at the 2400 block of Mansheim Blvd, where an undisclosed amount of money was stolen. Anyone with information about the crime or the suspect is urged to contact CCPD's Criminal Investigations Division. (KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi)

Today in Corpus Christi:

• 2023 Hobie Owners Tournament At The Packery Bar & Grill (6:00 AM)
• Weekend Farmer's Market At Corpus Christi Southside Farmers Market (9:00 AM)
• NAMI Celebrity Jeopardy Fundraiser! At Corpus Christi Museum of History and Science (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Several pets are up for adoption in the Corpus Christi area. There are dozens of cats and dogs available (of all ages and sizes) for adoption—are you their fur-ever home? Check out two-color-eyed Ultra, a young male Husky, or Ebony, a baby female Domestic Medium Hair. (Corpus Christi Patch)
• Alice Upshaw-Hawkins made history as she was sworn in as the Corpus Christi League of Women Voters' first African-American president. Upshaw-Hawkins aims to act as a facilitator, encouraging younger individuals to join the league and emphasizing the importance of voter registration and education ahead of the upcoming presidential election. (KIIITV.com)
• Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) organized the HOPE Mental Health Symposium in collaboration with Driscoll Children's Hospital to provide support and education during Mental Health Awareness Month. The symposium aimed to address the rising levels of stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation difficulties among children, offering resources and presentations for parents and students to navigate these challenges. (KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi)

You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— 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.