Mayor Salinas to get his yearly flu shot, encourages community to protect themselves with easy, safe and painless shot
Laredo, TX— FLU vaccine is the most effective measure towards reducing the impact of influenza, especially for those at high risk that are more susceptible to respiratory complications and infections that send many to the emergency room, especially during the winter months.  The very young, elderly, those with heart and lung problems, allergies, pregnant or immune-compromised are extremely at risk for complications.
“The flu vaccine is the safest, easiest, and relatively painless way …

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Laredo, TX – Laredo, TX – Join Mayor Raul G. Salinas and County Judge Danny Valdez for “A Day of Remembrance,” a special event to commemorate World Aids Day. “AIDS continues to be a public health concern even though there have been great strides in AIDS treatment and management” said Dr. Hector F. Gonzalez Director of the City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD). “We need to make it very clear that AIDS is still a serious and deadly disease if we do not adhere to the therapy regimen and …

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Laredo, TX—The City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD), in collaboration with the Laredo Health Coalition (LHC), is starting a new program to increase diabetes prevention awareness activities and improve diabetes self management to prevent complications.  Both efforts will improve positive health outcomes.
 Healthy Living/Viviendo Mejor (HLVM) focuses on the family and community at large who are at risk of diabetes by learning to reduce risk factors. Second, it will help persons with diabetes and their family members take control of their chronic disease by educating them about diabetes, …

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(Laredo, Tx)- All City of Laredo administrative offices will be closed today Friday, November 11, 2011, in observance of Veterans’ Day. Protective and emergency services will be operational. 
 There will be no recycling or trash pick-up on Friday; please note that the trash collection schedule will resume on Monday, November 14, 2011 on regularly scheduled routes.   The City of Laredo Landfill will be open on Friday; however, it will be closed on Saturday, November 12, 2011.
 In observance of Veterans’ Day, the Laredo Public Library and the Bruni Branch will be closed, …

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In an effort to help students and the Laredo community remember and say good-bye to Juan Jose “Jay Jay” Trejo, II, the United South High School student who passed away last week in a car accident, the City of Laredo has partnered with faculty, staff and students of United South High School to host a candlelight vigil in honor of this outstanding and special young man, student, classmate and friend. Anyone who would like to participate in this event can contact Maribel Estrada at 639-275 or Diana Holstine …

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(Laredo, Tx)- The Laredo Independent School District’s Athletic Department announces the sale of tickets for the annual Martin-Nixon football game, which will be played on Saturday, November 5, at 7:00 p.m. at the new Shirley Field Sports Complex. Tickets go on sale Monday, October 31.
 Reserved tickets for the game can be purchased at the Athletic Department’s office at Shirley Field at the North End Zone. The athletic office is open Monday- Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
 Reserved tickets will be sold for $7.00. Also, general admission tickets will be …

(Laredo, Tx)-Mariscos El Pescador alongside with LaredoBuzz.Com,  Louis H. Bruni Candidate for Webb County Commissioner Pct.1, Constable Rick Rodriguez Pct.2 and the newly formed Arena Football Team the Laredo Rattlesnakes made an announcement yesterday at their location in South Laredo to kick off a month long event to benefit soldiers in Afghanistan.  Chad Dittman owner of the Rattlesnakes welcomed members of  the Cigarroa High School and L.B.J. High School R.O.T.C. who were invited guests to the announcement.   Dittman then spoke about details about the fundraiser to media in attendance before introducing Constable …

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(Laredo, Tx)- Because healthy kids are better learners, the Laredo Independent School District will be offering free flu vaccines for LISD students.
 Now through November 15th, free flu vaccine clinics are scheduled for eligible students at all LISD campuses.
 Elementary school students have their flu vaccines clinics scheduled at their schools from October 19 through November 4. Parents/guardians must accompany their children.
 Middle and high school students are scheduled for flu vaccines from November 8, through November 15. Students must submit signed parent pre-consent forms with their school nurses. Parents do not …

(Laredo, Tx)- Louis H. Bruni Candidate for Webb County Commissioner Pct.1 invites you to the Grand Opening of his Campaign Headquarters located along Meadow Ave. before getting to the Chacon Creek bridge traveling north.  Hot Dogs and cold refreshements will be served.  Event will start at 5:30 p.m. and end at 7:30 p.m. 
Louis H. Bruni announced his intentions to run for office in late August of this year.  He faces a an incumbent who some claim has lacked a sense of attention to his position and his precint.  Elections will …

 
 (Laredo, Tx)- Louis H. Bruni Candidate for Webb County Commissioner Pct.1 is running to be a full time commissioner that will give South Laredo a voice that it has been lacking for over 7 years now under the current administration. 
Bruni is making very clear his priorities for the south that will help improve the quality of life for residents of his precint, “I am not running to pocket your tax dollars I am running to make a difference and to help South Laredo flourish into an economic force”. 
My priorities are …