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LOCAL RUM BRAND VIDA CAÑA WINS TOP AWARDS AT WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITION

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX | OCTOBER 28, 2024 – Vida Caña Rum, owned and operated onNorth Padre Island in Corpus Christi, has taken home major honors in the prestigious 2024 SanFrancisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC): including Best in Class: Overproof Rum.Earlier this year, Vida Caña also secured a Double Gold Medal and an impressive 97-point score…

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Reports of political scams increase as presidential election

An election’s approach always seems to turn up the emotional heat across the nation, andthe upcoming presidential election is no exception. On Nov. 5, voters will decide who willlead the country into the future. As the election nears, voices arguing for or against criticalissues are loud and persistent, often fueled by emotional appeals and passionate…

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How The City Works With Other Governmental Agencies For The Island

The Island is bustling with summer activity as we welcome beachgoers and visitors from allacross the country. We are making great strides on multiple fronts to build a brighter future forNorth Padre Island residents and visitors. One of the driving forces behind our localdevelopments is the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2, or Island TIRZ. Established…

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BBB Scam Alert: Investment scams cost Texas residents nearly $500,000 within the first two months of 2024

Within the first two months of 2024, Texas residents have reported nearly $500,000 lost to investment scams to BBB Scam Tracker, with many reports detailing new promotional tactics scammers are using that encourage investors to participate in the scheme. By framing an investment opportunity with ‘New Year’ discounts on service, withdrawal, and tax fees, some Texas…

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Padre Island Golf Cart and Side-by-Side Rules of the Road

Golf Carts and Side by Sides are motor vehicles and must follow all rules of the road. Equipment requirements and driving restrictions apply to these vehicles that do not apply to passenger vehicles, including: A reflective orange, slow-moving vehicle triangle is required and must always remain visible from the vehicle’s rear.State of Texas tags are…

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BBB Tip: Avoiding travel scams when planning for spring break

Spring break is a popular time for students to travel during a vacation from school. However, it also presents an opportunity for scammers to offer fraudulent vacation rentals, flights, or hotels designed to appeal to students and parents looking for a getaway. With spring break for many Texas school districts occurring within the next month,…

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Our Greatest Economic and Military Threats

Our greatest economic and military threats are: #1 Communist China led by all powerful leader for life Xi Jinping and #2 military threat is Russia, led by absolute ruler for life, Putin. Churchill said, “Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely”. World War II was caused by Germany with absolute ruler Hitler and Japan with…

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BBB Tip: Avoiding online purchase scams and impostors this holiday season

As the holiday season approaches, Better Business Bureau (BBB) urges consumers to remain vigilant against a surge in online scams that could threaten their festive spirit. During the past five years, Texas residents have reported losing $17.5 million to scams, 21% due to online purchases. BBB has identified online purchase scams as the No. 1…

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BBB Business Scam Alert

Entrepreneurs beware of fake marketing services for small businesses Small business owners are passionate, dedicated individuals who have accumulated years of expertise in an industry. Through time and experience, they often have found ways to improve processes and use that knowledge to the benefit of their customers and clients. However, one aspect of business ownership…

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BBB Tip: Maintaining and servicing your air conditioning system

Texas residents are no strangers to triple-digit temperatures during the summer months and understand the importance of keeping cool during heatwaves. However, when the heat arrives in force, many residents learn their current air conditioning systems cannot keep up with demand. When indoor temperatures reach unbearable levels, consumers turn to reputable HVAC contractors to help…

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