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. […]
April Brings Attention to Autism
April is National Autism Awareness Month. Awareness months are helpful because they bring public attention to issues facing many of our friends and families and autism is no different. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the medical term for Autism is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which is described as a group of […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING MARKET REPORT – JANUARY 2026
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for January 2026. The new year kicked off with a steady pulse in the Padre Island housing market. January’s numbers show a market that’s adjusting, finding its rhythm, and creating real opportunities for both buyers and sellers. The median home price […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – NOVEMBER 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for November 2025. Our active listing median prices have slightly declined the past month to $458,000 which is actually a 5.6% decrease from where it was compared to last November at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has increased for active listings […]
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 well underway, I would like to spend some time discussing the different components of the tourism industry in our region. […]
BBB – What to know about IRS impostors and tax preparation fraud
The season for filing 2024 taxes began on Jan. 27, and while some Texas residents are planning on submitting their own returns, others are reaching out to reputable tax preparers for assistance. With roughly three months remaining until the fling deadline of April 15 for general tax returns, Better Business Bureau reminds residents to be […]
BBB Tip: How to avoid purchasing fake tickets to events
As another Texas summer with record-breaking heat ends and cooler fall temperatures approach, many people will be looking to get out and enjoy themselves at various events across the state. Sports enthusiasts may be planning on watching their favorite team compete this season, while those more interested in music eagerly await to see their favorite […]
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 […]
BBB Scam Alert
BBB Scam Alert: Young adults and recent graduates are common targets for employment scams! The summer season is an exciting time for many young adults as they enter the workforce following high school or college graduation. Unfortunately, not all job postings found online are legitimate and many fraudulent employers specifically target young adults with entry- […]
PADRE ISLAND GOLF CART AND SIDE-BY-SIDE (UTV) RULES OF THE ROAD
Golf Carts and Side by Sides (UTV) are motor vehicles and must follow all road rules. Equipment requirements and driving restrictions apply to these vehicles that do not apply to passenger vehicles, including: A reflective orange, slow-moving vehicle triangle must always remain visible from the vehicle’s rear. State of Texas tags are required, a golf […]