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Not Your Everyday Shipment
A metal hull that will be part of an offshore oil platform to be erected in the Gulf of Mexico was transported through the La Quinta Ship Channel in Corpus Christi on June 19
Naval Air Station Lands New Training Facility
Construction is under way for a new flight-training building at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi thanks to a $12 million contract that the Navy awarded to local firm Marshall Co Inc
Security Improvements Set for Port
Nearly $7 million in federal funds have been approved to improve security infrastructure at the Port of Corpus Christi
Upgrades Approved for Airport
A newly awarded federal grant will fund $2.5 million worth of improvements at Corpus Christi International Airport

Education

Workforce Training Keeps Region Thriving
As the Coastal Bend economy continues to expand in size and scope, workforce training and development play a more crucial role than ever before.
Texas A&M Research Projects Have Global Impact
Innovative programs at the Frank H. Dotterweich College of Engineering Texas A&M University-Kingsville College of Engineering in collaboration with the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Pharmacy are leading to environmental advancements with a global impact.
Community College, Universities Anchor Economic Development
As the Coastal Bend’s business population becomes more varied, thanks to new industries moving in as well as expanding local operations, a well-educated workforce is more vital than ever.
Del Mar College teams up with some area employers to address workforce needs. Industries, Educators Step Up Workforce Training
With a strong economy and plenty of jobs now and projected in the future, the Coastal Bend region’s workforce scene sometimes has come up short in just one area: workers.
Dr. Flavius Killebrew leads Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Colleges Add Academic Programs to Meet Demand
Innovation is the name of the game in higher education, and schools in the Coastal Bend are working harder than ever to meet the region’s educational needs.
Corpus Christi School District Maps Out 2020 Plan
Corpus Christi Independent School District’s leaders have a plan for the future, and they are looking forward to getting there.
Demetrius Rodriguez hones his welding skills at the Craft Training Center as instructor Juan Diaz supervises. Training Groups, Colleges Build Workforce Muscle
Training organizations and colleges help companies develop skilled workers.
Texas A&M-Kingsville’s Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy is housed in a new building on the campus. College Programs Write Rx for Health Care Needs
Texas A&M University programs in Corpus Christi and Kingsville address the need for more nurses and pharmacists.
St. Patrick School, a 57-year landmark, is expanding enrollment and facilities. Catholic Schools Praised by Federal Government
Catholic school gets blue ribbon from U.S. Department of Education.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, site of the Early Childhood Development Center, is on an island. ‘Relevance’ One of the Rs in Coastal Bend Schools
Coastal Bend schools provide lessons with real-world applications.
Dr. Claudia L. Johnston of TAMU-Corpus Christi and Ben Hanson of BreakAway Ltd. work on the Pulse!! program. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s Game Lets Medical Students Practice Realistic Scenarios
Video games are usually for fun and relaxation, but a game-based platform called Pulse!! The Virtual Clinical Learning Lab is helping civilian and military health-care providers learn how to handle complex, life-threatening situations in a 3-D virtual environment.
Sea Horse Getting Aboard Marine Research
Corpus Christi boasts a state-of-the-art marine biology research center that explores both business and environmental matters.
Moody High School Schools Prep Students for Workforce Readiness
CCISD responds to the demand for a skilled workforce
Texas A & M Coastal Bend Emerges as Higher Education Hotspot
The Coastal Bend region is a hot spot for higher education.

Food

Water Street Seafood Co. has been serving lobster and other tantalizing dishes for a quarter century. Restaurants Offer Tantalizing Variety of Cuisines
When in Corpus Christi, consider trying the fried shrimp topped with Creole tartar sauce at Water Street Seafood Co.
Products ranging from garlic dill spears and stuffed jalapeno olives to prickly pear jelly and habanero pepper marmalade Picklesmith Doesn’t Sour on Old-Fashioned Methods
Picklesmith uses age-old techniques to produce multiple food items.
Legendary Barbecue Served at Joe Cotten’s
Joe Cotten's Barbecue in Robstown has served presidents

Health

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Exands in Size and Services
Nestled among the trees in historic Bee County is CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville.
HALO-Flight Inc. helicopters give rural residents rapid access to life-saving care. HALO-Flight Air Ambulance Adds Second Helicopter
A pilot project at CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville has really taken off.
Driscoll Children’s Hospital’s staffers, such as Sherie Cantrell, try to make patients and their families feel at home. Driscoll Children’s Hospital Serves Vast Region
Clara Driscoll was a wealthy woman who once served as chairwoman of the Democratic National Convention. She also put up thousands of dollars in 1903 to purchase the Alamo, thereby preventing it from being sold to a hotel firm.
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi-Shoreline is the largest in the region. Coastal Bend Hospitals Prescribe First-Class Care
Quality medical care extends from Corpus Christi to outlying communities.
Driscoll Children’s Hospital Driscoll Hospital in Corpus Christi Caters to Kids
Driscoll Children’s Hospital has cared for youngsters since 1953

Livability

Prosperity in Paradise
Port Aransas has long been a popular tourist destination.
Fishing charter boats dock at a marina in Port Aransas, awaiting the next day’s influx of hopeful anglers. Primary Locale for Fishing, Birding
Anglers say many different species are waiting to be caught in the Laguna Madre and elsewhere. Migratory birds attract observers from all over.
Music Lovers Find Genres From Classical to Country
From Van Cliburn to Kinky Friedman, music lovers in the Coastal Bend have been treated to a tremendous variety of musical performances.
New Fairgrounds Bring More Events to Two Counties
With sparkling new facilities, Nueces County’s Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds and the San Patricio County Fairgrounds are hosting more numerous and various events - to the delight of residents.
Green-N-Go Cab’s Prius models can yield more than 50 miles per gallon. Green-N-Go Cab in Corpus Christi
Dan Stiefel’s company, Green-N-Go Cab, has gone green in more ways than one.
Many luxury housing developments are springing up on Mustang Island, offering easy access to beaches and watersports. High-End Housing Sells Briskly Near or on Water
The roaring economy in and around Corpus Christi is showing up in new housing starts, with developments on or near Corpus Christi Bay and the Gulf of Mexico popping up at a brisk pace.
Dozens of guide services are available to help hunters bag turkeys, waterfowl, quail, deer, hogs and other game. Big Game is Big Business in Coastal Bend Region
Enthusiasts flock to region in pursuit of birds, big game.
A shrimp boat is moored after a day on the Laguna Madre. A Fish Story: Variety Draws Anglers to Region
Anglers enjoy success year-round in fresh water and salt water.
Coastal Bend Residents Embrace Good Sports
Spectators with painted faces are an indication that sports events here are generating big-time excitement.
A sculpture outside of the Art Museum of South Texas. Creativity Thrives in Coastal Bend’s Arts Scene
Region embraces visual and performing arts.
Downtown high rises are a backdrop for youngsters learning the techniques of sailing in Corpus Christi Bay. Land or Sea, Coastal Bend Has Plenty to Offer
People of all ages can choose from a wealth of outdoor activities.
Coastal Bend beach Sand, Sun, and Surf Shape the Coastal Bend Region
Tourism and recreation in the Coastal Bend revolve around beaches.

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