CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Community pride was on full display Thursday night as the Corpus Christi Hooks hosted Gulf Coast Capital Community Night at Whataburger Field.
The annual event, organized by Visit Corpus Christi, highlights the people, culture, and attractions that make the Coastal Bend a popular destination for both visitors and locals.
This year’s celebration included a special moment on the mound, where U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Scott Ruskan threw the ceremonial first pitch. Ruskan is credited with saving more than 160 lives during the deadly Hill Country floods. His participation was coordinated by Visit Corpus Christi…