CORPUS CHRISTI, Tx — Good morning Coastal Bend! Sunrise Anchors Bryan and Michelle Hofmann here with your top stories to get your week started!
From storm recovery resources in Petronila and Alice to new seatbelt enforcement across Texas, here are your “6 Things to Know.”
President Biden Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer
- The former president was evaluated for urinary symptoms last week
- Diagnosed with prostate cancer that has spread to the bones
- Biden and his family are reviewing treatment options
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. A statement released by his office on Sunday says the 82-year-old was recently evaluated for urinary symptoms, leading to the diagnosis. The cancer has reportedly spread to his bones, and the family is now exploring treatment options with doctors.
Petronila Resource Fair for Storm Recovery
- Happening this week at 2 p.m. at Petronila Elementary School
- Location: 2391 County Road 67 in Robstown
- Red Cross, Frontier Waste, and Salvation Army will be on hand
If you live in Petronila and are still dealing with the aftermath of recent storms, a Resource Fair will be held this week at Petronila Elementary School. Neighbors can speak directly with recovery and aid agencies, including the Red Cross and Salvation Army.
Alice Hosting Disaster Assistance Center
- Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Location: Jim Wells County Fairgrounds at 3001 Johnson Street
- Help available for self-reporting storm damage and cleanup
The City of Alice and Jim Wells County are partnering to help storm victims this Wednesday. A Disaster Information Center will be set up at the Jim Wells County Fairgrounds to help residents report damage and request cleanup assistance.
Mini Pet Vaccine Clinic at Humane Society
- Wednesday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Location: Gulf Coast Humane Society, 3118 Cabaniss Parkway
- Limited to 25 pets; drive-thru format for neighbors on assistance
With a distemper outbreak ongoing, the Gulf Coast Humane Society is holding a mini vaccine clinic this Wednesday. The drive-thru clinic is open to neighbors on government assistance, with service for the first 25 pets. No wellness checks will be offered—just vaccinations.
Highway 181 Closures Begin Tonight
- Nightly lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Thursday
- First phase: Southbound lanes closed and detoured
- Second phase: Northbound lanes closed past FM 2896 intersection
If you drive Highway 181, be aware of overnight closures starting tonight. Southbound lanes will shut down first, with traffic detoured to the frontage road. Northbound lanes will close in the second phase. Work is expected to wrap up by June.
Click It or Ticket Enforcement Underway
- Campaign runs through June 1
- Fines up to $200 for not wearing seatbelts
- Up to $250 in fines if children are not properly restrained
TxDOT's “Click It or Ticket” campaign kicks off today, reminding drivers that seatbelts are not optional. Expect increased enforcement through June 1, including child car seat checks. If you’re caught without a seatbelt—or your child isn’t buckled in properly—you could face steep fines.
That’s your 6 Things to Know to start the week. We hope you have a great week ahead and take advantage of any new opportunities that present themselves to you!
As always stay safe, stay curious, and buckle up, Coastal Bend!
-Bryan and Michelle Hofmann
