C.C. family honors late granddaughter with Ronald McDonald House toy drive
Corpus Christi family continues third year of toy drive tradition honoring granddaughter who died from brain cancer, benefiting Ronald McDonald House.
Home for the holidays: Habitat for Humanity helps Texas family achieve dream
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — There’s nothing like home for the holidays — but that feeling is hitting differently for one Coastal Bend family that just got the deal of a lifetime: a brand-new home. It’s all thanks to Habitat for Humanity. “The ideas are endless,” said...
Mother Teresa homeless shelter serves Christmas joy for people in need
The annual tradition at the Mother Teresa homeless shelter provided hot meals, gifts, and hope to more than 200 people experiencing homelessness. Volunteers say they look forward to it every year
Corpus Christi urges residents to recycle right after the holidays
Corpus Christi Solid Waste Services shares post-holiday recycling tips and drop-off locations for Christmas trees and hazardous materials.
Texas Harbor Town Grieves As Rockport Welcomes Fallen Soldier Home Before Christmas
On a gray December day just before Christmas, Rockport’s quiet streets turned into a solemn corridor of flags, salutes, and silence as PVT Brandyn Allen came home for the final time. An honor guard from Joint Base San Antonio led the transfer, while neighbors stood at parade rest along the route, many with hands over...
Rockport Police investigate fatal shooting on Christmas Day
When officers arrived at the home on the 700 block of North Ann Street, they found two people were shot. One of them was deceased.
Port Aransas business owner of ‘The Gaff’ keeps doors open for Christmas
PORT ARANSAS, Texas — A Port Aransas business owner is keeping their doors open on Christmas Day, offering locals and holiday visitors a place to gather and celebrate while most businesses across the area remain closed. Snow machine, Christmas lights, and good company---it's Christmas on the beach at the...
‘Justice for our son’: Victims speak after drunk driving arrest
Amy Lopez and Mark Oliva lost their unborn son, Messiah and childhood friend Justin Buentello in March crash caused by alleged drunk driver
Denise Yanis: Community leader, veteran advocate
Denise Yanis serves as the Finance Officer for the Carl Morrison American Legion Post 363 in Rockport. In this capacity, she manages financial operations, including counting and depositing funds to support the post's activities. She also holds the positions of Boy State Chair and Girl State Chair, where she...
Rockport Pilot Year in Review 2025
This compilation of top stories, local government developments, festivals, and events from the Rockport Pilot in 2025 serves as a reflective year-in-review resource for the Jan-June editions. It highlights the community's most engaging and impactful moments, ranging from heartfelt tributes and sports triumphs to...
