EP 31 - The Center of It All in Port A - The Port A South Jetty
Welcome to HECHO—the show about what's now and what's next in the Coastal Bend! I'm your host, Rob George, and today we're diving into the heart of Port Aransas with the co-owners of the South Jetty newspaper, Kelli Hartig and Dan Parker. Kelli and Dan are not only neighbors and longtime residents, they're dedicated storytellers and champions of local news. From Kelli's journey starting in Flour Bluff and discovering her love for community through the South Jetty, to Dan's decades in journalism and his return home to Port A, this episode explores the vital role of a locally owned newspaper in a town that's always changing. We'll talk hurricanes, city meetings, big events like Sand Fest, and the importance of covering the stories—big or small—that shape life here. Ready to hear some real behind-the-scenes insights into Port Aransas journalism?
Kelli, Dan, thank you for sharing your stories and giving us a look inside the South Jetty's past, present, and bright future. Your dedication to local reporting and community connection keeps Port Aransas informed, inspired, and united. For listeners who want to follow the pulse of what's happening in Port A—from city policies to festivals, to surf reports—subscribe to the South Jetty or check out their digital edition. If you want more of what's now and what's next, in business and entertainment across the Coastal Bend, subscribe to the HECHO newsletter at hecho.cc and follow us at hechocorpus on Instagram. Special thanks to Clint Tucker Homes and Sawyer Audiology for their support. And thank you, listener, for taking the time to tune in—your engagement is what keeps these local stories alive!
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17 Sept 2025
EP 30 - Michaelah Maddelone - Inspired Local Chef Inspiring The Community
Welcome to HECHO! The show about what’s now and what’s next in the Coastal Bend! I’m your host Rob George, and our guest is Michaelah Maddelone. Michaelah is a locally trained chef who decided to share her culinary skills with the community through the Corpus Christi Cooking Club. Sheand her family built out a space in London Town Square, and she teaches cooking classes for all ages. She’s taught kids themes, like meals inspired by Bluey. She hosts date nights. And she inspires with classes featuring styles andflavors from around the world. But what you may find particularly inspiring is that Michaelah is her passion for helping others building confidence in their own cooking.
Michaelah’s energy is inspiring and her passion for helpingothers find joy through cooking is contagious! Please follow the Corpus Christi Cooking Club on Instagram @corpuschristicookingclub and sign up for your ownclasses soon!
If you want more of what’s now, and what’s next, in businessand entertainment in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend, subscribe to the HECHO newsletter at hecho.cc and follow us @hechocorpus on Instagram.
11 Apr 2025
EP29 - Lydia Garza - Growing Local Opportunities through Corpus Christi's Film & Music Commission
Lydia Garza, Commissioner, discusses the Corpus Christi Film & Music Commission's mission to cultivate local film and music opportunities, benefiting actors, producers, and other industry professionals in this interview with Rob George.
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