🌱 Street Closures In CC + Car Crash Fatality + CCIA Car Sharing

Hello, hello! I'm back in your inbox this warm spring morning with your fresh copy of the Corpus Christi Patch newsletter.

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 89 Low: 74.

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Here are the top three stories in Corpus Christi today:

1. The City of Corpus Christi has announced several street closures and traffic impacts that will affect motorists and pedestrians in the area. These closures are due to various reasons such as construction, special events, and road maintenance. The city advises drivers to follow posted speed limits, pay attention to signs and flaggers, and allow extra travel time for possible delays. The closures are subject to change depending on weather conditions and emergency work. (KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi)
2. A Corpus Christi woman died in a car crash after failing to stop at a stop sign and colliding with another vehicle. The incident occurred just south of Robstown, Texas. The woman, who was driving a Jeep, disregarded the stop sign and hit a Chrysler SUV on its left side. The 24-year-old driver of the Jeep, identified as Emily Marie Chavana, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash. (KIIITV)
3. Corpus Christi International Airport is considering partnering with the car-sharing company Turo to offer more car rental options to passengers. Turo is a peer-to-peer car-sharing app that allows private car owners to rent out their vehicles. The airport sees this partnership as an opportunity to expand tourist interest and provide more innovation in the city. However, there is a pending lawsuit against Turo filed by Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, which could impact its operations. Corpus Christi International Airport is currently in the research process and will seek authorization from the city council before moving forward with Turo. (KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi)

Today in Corpus Christi:

• Veterans Coffee & Networking At Stingers Southside (11:30 AM)
• Staples Street Band At Bluff's Landing (6:00 PM)
• Bad Bunny Dance Party At Mesquite St. Comedy Club (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) honored its top 10 seniors from every high school at the 15th annual Academic Achievers Celebration. The event allowed the honored students to bring up an educator who inspired them throughout their academic journey. (KRIS 6 News Corpus Christi)
• The Veterans Band of Corpus Christi recently made a special visit to homebound veterans in the Coastal Bend area of Texas. They traveled to the homes of eight veterans who are unable to leave their homes due to medical conditions and presented them with t-shirts and commemorative pins. The visit was aimed at honoring and recognizing the service of these veterans and letting them know they are not forgotten. (KTVZ)
• Sebastian Sandoval, a 13-year-old from Corpus Christi, has become a radio DJ for Wild 105.5. Program Director Angel Dee was impressed by his skill set and believes he has a bright future in the industry. Sandoval has been perfecting his craft as a mixer for the past seven years and enjoys the excitement and adrenaline rush of listening to music and sharing it with others. (KIII)

That's it for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another 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.