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 […]
Tourism-Ready: Preparing Padre Island for a Strong 2026 Season
As we enter 2026, the island and the greater Corpus Christi area are gearing up for another successful tourism season, with several city efforts focused on enhancing the visitor experience while supporting local businesses and residents alike. With Spring Break and summer on the horizon, the City proactively launches beach maintenance, park improvements, and business-friendly […]
Supporting Our Island Small Businesses: The Backbone of Our Economy
As your Mayor, and as a former small business owner myself, I know firsthand the grit, determination, and resilience it takes to keep the lights on, payroll met, and customers happy. For 15 years, I proudly ran my own Allstate insurance agency. I built it from the ground up, navigated economic ups and downs, and […]
Safety is a City priority for Spring Break on Padre Island
The sound of waves crashing against the shore, seagulls soaring overhead, and families laughing as they create lasting memories, this is the experience of many visitors and residents on The Island, Whether you’re a local or traveling from afar, we know safety is a top priority when celebrating Spring Break. Here on The Island, we […]
Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Each year, September is named as Blood Cancer Awareness Month. This awareness month was initiated to educate communities and to bring attention to the fight against blood cancer. According to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), blood cancers are the third leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Furthermore, blood cancers are the most […]
PIBA Candidates Forum Announced
PIBA is excited to announce that we will be hosting a candidate forum for the 2024 Corpus Christi City Council candidates. All candidates running for Mayor, District 4 and At-Large will be invited to attend. Because of the quantity of candidates running, we will have 2 separate forums: one for Mayor and District 4, and […]
Padre Island – Corpus Christi Update July 2024
Padre Island is undertaking an inspiring journey, harmoniously integrating development with conservation to preserve the essence of our Island. I am delighted to share a significant development regarding our cherished Packery Channel and the Michael J. Ellis Seawall. This summer, we are set to embark on a transformative project that will see sand moved southward […]