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50 Years of Texas Asian Museum History

David Phillips

On Sunday, Dec. 8, the Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures and Education will celebrate its 50th anniversary at 1809 N. Chaparral St. from noon to 5 p.m. The museum has come far in its 50 years, which all began with its founder Billie Trimble Chandler. Born in 1904, Billie Chandler enrolled at the University of Texas in Austin at 48 years old after going through a divorce after 26 years of marriage, where she enrolled alongside two of her children. She earned her master’s degree in education, and she was teaching in Corpus Christi for a few years when…

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Corpus Christi to Hold Runoff Election for Mayoral and City Council Races

Bella Recendez

An upcoming runoff election will determine Corpus Christi’s next mayor, as well as who will take the seats for City Council District 1 and City Council District 4. Early voting for the election begins Monday, Dec. 2, and runs through Tuesday, Dec. 10. Voters should keep in mind that both weeks of early voting will be scheduled differently. Voting beginning on Monday, Dec. 2 will continue through Friday, Dec. 6, and will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Voting on Monday, Dec. 9 and Tuesday, Dec. 10, will run later, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting locations…

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Celebrate the Holidays with “Holly Days” at the South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center

Joseph Kuhn

The South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center invites the community to its annual Holly Days celebration. This festive event, which began in 2018, promises a joyous experience for the whole family. It is held every Friday and Saturday during the holiday season, starting Friday, Nov. 29, running through Saturday, Dec. 21. The event is open Fridays from 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 2-7:30 p.m. MaryJane Crull, the center’s Communications Director, described the event as the perfect celebration for visiting relatives or college friends home for Christmas. People can expect to enjoy a variety of seasonal attractions designed to capture…

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City propositions pass, council races head to runoff

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While national races demand the most attention in a typical election years, it’s crucial that voters understand how the results of the local — and state — elections will affect them as well. “The government that is closest to you, like municipal government, school boards, and county government … they have more of an effect on you than the national government does,” explained Jim Klein, a Corpus Christi City Council Member at Large and Professor of History at Del Mar College. “The city does things like determining what the water rates are going to be, what shape the roads are…

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Water advocacy groups seek Coastal Bend input

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Texas water advocates converged at Del Mar College on Oct. 29, bringing with them ideas along with hopes and concerns for the future. Attendees spoke on the states’ water difficulties, such as the faulty water systems, water quality and the urgency of preserving water. They believe that coming together to address water concerns is not only important for Texas, but the whole world. From Chispa League of Conservation Voters to National Wildlife Federation, several organizations gathered to work on water issues. They discussed strategies and plans to move the project forward while also taking time for questions and new ideas…

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Honoring the dead with music and dance

Andrew-Pól Clements

At the heart of the traditional Dia de los Muertos celebration is the ofrenda, an offering made to welcome the deceased back to their loved ones. The ofrenda usually consists of an altar, or offering table, decorated with photos of the deceased as well as many of the foods and items they enjoyed in life. As part of Corpus Christi’s many different celebrations and events held to commemorate Dia de los Muertos this year, the environmental advocacy organization known as CHISPA, meaning “Spark” in Spanish, hosted an ofrenda at the climate justice community center on Ayers Street. Members of the…

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Rockin’ K Farms bring in families for Fall holidays

Ariel Saenz

Autumn is here, if you and your family are in need of help getting into the fall spirit, then head on over to Rockin’ K Farms. The South Texas venue is now open every weekend now through Sunday, Nov. 3, weather permitting. The family fun-filled event began in 2014 and is the first woman-owned maze in Texas. “There was my mother-in-law (Traci Klepac), who had the idea and my sister-in-law (Rachelle), and I joined her. We started Rockin’ K Farms to bring something fun to South Texas out in the country where people can go to enjoy and learn a…

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The ever-evolving holiday: Halloween!

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Halloween, a holiday steeped in tradition and folklore, offers a unique blend of folk stories, cautionary tales, and spells. Beyond costumes, candy, and spooky decorations lies a deeper significance that speaks to one’s experiences. Halloween’s origins can be traced back to ancient Celtic festival of Samhain celebrated on Oct. 31, marking the end of the harvest season and the onset of winter. It was believed that on that night the boundary between the living and the dead opened, allowing spirits to freely roam on earth. While the ghostly influences remain, Halloween has evolved into a celebration of imagination and an…

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Trunk-or-Treat at Cimarron Place Brings Community Together

Lola Ponce

Cimarron Place Health and Rehabilitation Center hosted a Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 23, inviting families and community members to enjoy a festive evening filled with fun and services. The event featured booths from various local organizations and was coordinated by Tony Zamora-Kershaw, the center’s talent and learning director. “As an activity director, I try to bring everything into the community and the community to the nursing homes,” Kershaw stated. “A lot of times we forget these people used to attend parties for Halloween. Their rooms are their homes.” Later in the week, the center will organize a trick-or-treat…

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The six elections that no one is watching

Andrew-Pól Clements

On Nov. 5, Corpus Christi voters will vote on six ballot propositions focused on issuing bonds and changes to the local sales tax. Bond Measures The first four propositions on the ballot are bond measures. A bond, specifically a municipal bond, is a means for local governments to pay for public projects. They are a form of debt in which the city sells bonds to investors, who can then claim interest on the bonds. The interest payments are sometimes funded by the revenue generated by the project itself. In all bond measures up for vote, a “Yes” vote would support…

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