NUECES COUNTY IS IN THE BEST FINANCIAL SHAPE IN DECADES
THANKS TO THE LEADERSHIP OF COUNTY JUDGE CONNIE SCOTT AND THE COMMISSIONERS COURT Nueces County currently has more in reserves than ever. The county has done this while maintaining a lower tax rate than it had 15 years ago. Much of this should be credited to the fiscally responsible leadership of Nueces County Judge Connie […]
Corpus Christi Housing Market Shows Resilience as Summer Winds Down
As summer begins to wind down and Corpus Christi heads toward Labor Day, buyers and sellers are asking many of the same questions. Is the Corpus Christi housing market improving? Are home prices falling? Is this becoming a buyer’s market? Should buyers purchase a home now or wait? And what might the final months of […]
Padre Island Housing Report July 2026
The July 2026 housing numbers offer several encouraging signs for the Padre Island real estate market as we move through the second half of the year. Home prices posted a strong year-over-year increase, closed sales improved, active listings declined, and months of inventory moved lower compared with July 2025. Together, these figures point toward improving […]
Water Update: Building a More Reliable Water Future for Corpus Christi
Water remains one of the most important challenges facing our city. That is why I have remained focused on building a stronger, more reliable long-term water supply for Corpus Christi. Recent rainfall has provided welcome relief, and our combined reservoir levels now stand at approximately 15%. This has delayed our Level 1 Water Emergency from […]
Nature Tourism in the Coastal Bend
The Coastal Bend is one of the top tourism destinations in the State of Texas. This is in great part due to our region’s many historical, cultural, and coastal attractions. With the summer travel season underway, I would like to spend some time discussing the different components of the tourism industry in our region. Today, […]
250 Years of the American Dream: What Homeownership Still Means in 2026
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one aspiration has remained constant across every generation: the dream of a place to call your own. Two hundred and fifty years ago, a nation was founded on the idea that people deserve the freedom to build a life on their own terms. It was a radical idea then. […]
The Month Of June Is Alzheimer’s And Brain Awareness Month
The month of June has been designated as Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. When people think of being healthy, generally we think of our external physical health. However, officials with the Alzheimer’s Association want to remind everyone that mental health is just as important. Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month began as a way to bring […]
Puppy Scams Cost Families Thousands Across Texas
A new puppy should bring joy, but for many Texans it has brought costly disappointment instead. Better Business Bureau Heart of Texas is warning consumers after more than 35 puppy scam reports were submitted to BBB Scam Tracker from December 2025 through February 2026, totaling more than $31,000 in reported losses. Pet scams usually start […]
2026 Home Improvement Tips
Create a Budget. Most home improvement projects end up being over budget by 10%. To avoid costly surprises during the process of improving your home, be sure to reserve 10-15% of your budget to cover unknown expenses. Get Multiple Estimates. It’s important to meet with at least three contractors and request detailed estimates in writing from […]
Scam Alert: Home title fraud
Home title fraud happens when someone obtains the title to your property and changes ownership from your information to theirs. The scary part is, you may not even realize it has happened until it’s too late. How the Scam Works: Scammers will choose a house, sometimes a second home, rental or vacant house. They then […]