🌱 STAR Tournament Begins Saturday + World War I Memorial Opening

Hello, everybody. Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Corpus Christi Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 89 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories today in Corpus Christi:

1. Texas anglers in Corpus Christi have the opportunity to win exciting prizes, including a new truck and boat, an all-terrain vehicle, a boat and trailer package, and college scholarships, through the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) of Texas' annual STAR tournament. The State of Texas Anglers Rodeo (STAR) tournament runs from 6:00 a.m. on Saturday until 6:00 p.m. on Labor Day. Anglers must be CCA Texas members and registered in the tournament to be eligible for the prizes. Additionally, the tournament offers significant scholarships to youth and teens. (Texas Farm Bureau)
2. The USAA Poppy Wall of Honor, a temporary installation paying tribute to over 645,000 American servicemembers who sacrificed their lives since World War I, will be displayed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day weekend. USAA is also bringing smaller poppy exhibits to the USS Lexington Museum in Corpus Christi offering a similar educational and commemorative experience. These exhibits aim to honor the fallen and provide opportunities for remembrance and reflection. (KNSS)
3. A mother from nearby Orange Grove discovered a white stamp on her car window and became concerned about why it was placed on her car. Speculation on social media suggested that the stamp was a method of tracking vulnerable individuals for trafficking. However, after researching the matter, Sharon Ray of New Life Refuge Ministries clarified that the white stamps are not related to human trafficking but advised individuals to report any suspicious markings on their vehicles. (KRIS-TV)

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Today in Corpus Christi:

• Live Music: Eric Graham At Breakers Apartments (5:30 PM)
• Napka's Drive Inn Nostalgic Night At Snapka's Drive Inn (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• As Memorial Day approaches on Monday, May 29, multiple City of Corpus Christi and Nueces County offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. It is advisable to review the 2023 Memorial Day Weekend schedule for specific details and any changes to regular operating hours. (KRIS-TV)
• South West Journal has named Corpus Christi the fifth-best beach to retire to with a cost of living under $2,600 a month. They also gave the city a Livability score of 69 out of 100. (South West Journal)
• The City of Corpus Christi is considering significant changes to its Animal Care Services Department and potential revisions to ordinances to address the increasing problem of aggressive dogs. Following an incident where a pack of street dogs killed a cat, more residents have shared similar stories of their pets being attacked by roaming dogs. (KIII-TV)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with 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.