Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
Autobiography documents young girl’s life of slavery
and her inspiration to overcome it
 
The Laredo Public Library is continuing its tradition of bringing in amazing authors with powerful stories at lectures for the community and the next author will not disappoint.  Author of The Road of Lost Innocence, Somaly Mam, will be at the Laredo Public Library HEB Multi-Purpose Room on Saturday, October 9, 2010, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., where she will speak about her experience, talk to attendees and sign books.  The book is her true …

Courtesy Lesley Lopez,
Bill signed into law focuses on tax breaks, small business support to spur job creation
Washington D.C. – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced that a $30 billion-lending fund to increase lending to small businesses became law yesterday.  The legislation also contains nearly $12 billion in tax cuts for small businesses.
The $30 billion in funds, administered by the Treasury Department, will be distributed to neighborhood and community banks who can make new loans to small businesses with incentives such as loan limit increases and loan guarantee extensions for loan programs. …

Courtesy Joe Baeza,
In response to the conviction of Laredo Police Officer Orlando Jesus Hale today…..
“The Laredo Police Department remains committed and steadfast in our resolve to serve and protect the citizens of Laredo and the United States.  In this effort The Laredo Police Department will continue to collaborate and partner with Federal, State, and local law enforcement entities to bring those who are inclined to break the law to justice – regardless of who they are. 
The shameless acts of a few are not indicative of the men and women that …

Courtesy Larry Sanchez,
Webb County Judge Danny Valdez and the Commissioners Court will hold a press conference Tuesday, September 28th to introduce the newly created Webb County Fire Department.  The press conference will take place at 2 p.m. at the Webb County Courthouse located at 1000 Houston.
During the press conference, information will be given on the new department and members of the Court and the fire department as well as volunteers will be on hand.  Immediately following the press conference the public will be able to view the vehicles and equipment …

Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
Tuesday, October 5 is the 27th anniversary of National Night Out (in Texas only), designed to heighten crime prevention awareness; generate support for local anti-crime programs; strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. 
 
Hoping to reinforce this message to not only her constituents and the entire Laredo community, but also, to any criminals who may be watching, Council Member Cindy Liendo Espinoza is hosting a free National Night Out Street Fair at …

Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
 Laredo, TX – – The City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD) wants to protect everyone against seasonal influenza (FLU) and pneumonia; and is recommending that EVERYONE get vaccinated against seasonal flu. 
Why should you get vaccinated?
 Seasonal FLU vaccine is the most effective measure towards reducing influenza respiratory complications, especially for those at higher risk sending many to the emergency room especially during the winter months.
Who should get vaccinated? EVERYONE, but especially:

Children 6 months and older
Pregnant women
People 50 years of age and older
People of any age with certain chronic medical …

 Courtesy Raul Leal,
 
The closure of IH 35 Southbound frontage road (SBFR) between from IH 35 SB exit #4 through Santa Maria Ave. and Del Mar Blvd. has been extended to Sunday, September 26, 2010 at 9 p.m. due to continuation of milling, paving and installation of pavement markings of the IH 35 SBFR. Originally, closure was scheduled for September 24-25, 2010.
 
Detours include the following: Santa Maria Avenue will be closed to thru traffic between Industrial Blvd. and Del Mar Blvd. (local traffic only). Northbound traffic towards Del Mar Blvd. …

 
Weekly address from the White House.  
Crossroads on the Economy  September 25, 2010
Youtube White House Channel

City of Laredo Mayor Raul G. Salinas presented a check to students and president Irasema Ramirez of the Laredo Community College Disability Students Club, to help them with their activities to promote awareness that students with disabilities does not mean they are not capable of excelling in a collegiate atmosphere.
 Additionally,  Mayor Salinas recognized local business leaders who helped to bring in international companies to the “Business Without Border” conference.  Joining Mayor Salinas are:  Craig A. Lawrence, attorney; Jaiver Amieva, publisher, El Financiero; Marcel Notzen, III, attorney; Blasita Lopez, CVB Director; …

Courtesy Maru De La Paz, 
Laredo, Texas (Webb County) –The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is stepping technology to the next level.  Sheriff Martin Cuellar introduced “The Terra Hawk” yesterday morning at a press conference.  The “Terra Hawk”, a mobile surveillance unit, is designed for rapid response, ease of deployment and tactical superiority in surveillance.  It will serve as a valuable instrument in surveillance, crime deterrence and safety for Webb County.
 The Webb County Sheriff’s Office, is seeking to improve on crime prevention efforts, therefore the benefits of the “Terra Hawk” were recognized since …