Corpus Christi resident Marissa Ackerman, a mother of two, has found a creative way to teach children about individuals who rely on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices to communicate. Ackerman's journey into the world of alternative communication began with her son Jacob, a 7-year-old with nonverbal autism. Two years ago, Jacob started using a speech program called Speak For Yourself, an Augmentative and Alternative...
Hurricane Helene's Disruption The recent IV solution shortage affecting hospitals and standalone ERs across the United States has raised significant concerns in the healthcare community. This crisis stems from Hurricane Helene, which forced Baxter International's North Cove plant in North Carolina—a facility that produces a staggering 60 percent of the country's saline, sterile water, and peritoneal dialysis solutions—to halt operations due...
The city of Corpus Christi implemented its spay and neuter ordinance one year ago, aiming to tackle the issue of stray animals in the community. Although the city issued only 35 permits at that time, local animal services see this as a positive development in addressing the city's stray animal problem. Progress Amid Challenges Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is encouraged by the impact the ordinance has had so far. Miguel Escobar, a...
On Wednesday, community leaders from across the Coastal Bend gathered at the Solomon P. Ortiz International Center for the highly anticipated annual State of the Port luncheon. The event, hosted by the Port of Corpus Christi, brought together around 1,000 attendees, all eager to hear the latest updates on the port's impact locally and globally. The Global Reach of the Port of Corpus Christi The luncheon highlighted the Port of Corpus Christi's...
The City of Corpus Christi is now accepting applications for the Minor Home Repair Program, a much-needed initiative to provide relief to low-income homeowners with essential repairs. This program provides grants of up to $25,000 to eligible applicants for minor residential repairs, offering much-needed assistance to improve the quality of living for vulnerable residents. Grants for Essential Home Repairs As announced, the grants can cover...
