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Thursday, October 17, 2024

City of Laredo Assistant Utilities Director Resigns

Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo announces that Arturo Garcia, Assistant Director of the Utilities Department, has resigned from his position, effective today, Wednesday, October 16, 2024. In a recent statement, Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño addressed the resignation: “The City Manager had mentioned in the previous press conference that there

STATE NEWS

Rep. Cuellar Receives Recognition from Border Region Behavioral Health Center

Courtesy Fernanda Nunez-Cazares, Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) received recognition from the Border Region Behavioral Health Center. “I would like to thank the health center’s doctors and staff for helping people of all ages learn to cope with and overcome their mental health and behavioral struggles,” said Dr. Cuellar, a senior member

Laredo College Updates

Laredo College Hosting Open House Showcasing Healthcare Careers

Courtesy Joana Santillana, (Laredo, Texas)-The Laredo College Health Sciences Division is well-known for delivering quality education through dedicated and caring faculty who promote student learning and engagement using state-of-the-art equipment to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as healthcare professionals. The college invites prospective students and community members to

STATE NEWS

Mayor Villalobos Invites Runners, Community to Join, Run the Last Mile of Commemorative Marathon for Fallen Officers

Det. Garcia’s 800-mile trek from Amarillo to conclude in McAllen to support South Texas Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos is asking the community, runners and anyone else who wishes to join San Antonio Detective Benjamin Garcia on the final mile of his 800-mile marathon from Amarillo

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Shares Monday’s Update on Boil Water Notice

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo continues to address the ongoing Boil Water Notice (BWN) and remains committed to ensuring the safety of the community’s water supply. City Officials provide an important update based on the most recent water testing results. Key Findings: Recent water tests have identified two positive E.

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Shares Update on Boil Water Notice

  Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo continues to work diligently to address the current boil water notice and ensure the safety of the community’s water supply. Below is an update on the progress and the actions being taken to restore safe water service as quickly as possible. Water Treatment Plant

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Issues Statement on the Current Status of the Boil Water Notice

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – “As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguard public health, the City of Laredo wants to share the status and results of the tests conducted today, as it was stated during Saturday’s mid-day communications. The Utilities Department conducted and completed the 60 water quality tests in response to the

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Meets with TCEQ and Provides Updates on Boil Water Notice

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo continues to address the ongoing Boil Water Notice and has made significant progress in collaboration with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). This morning, TCEQ officials met with City Management and the Utilities Department to review the situation and discuss next steps. Samples collected

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Announces Third Water Distribution Event for Saturday, October 12

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo will conduct its third water distribution on Saturday, October 12, 2024, starting at 9:00 AM at various designated locations across the city listed below. This is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to ensure the health and safety of all residents during the current boil

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Declares Local State of Disaster Due to Citywide Water Boil Notice

Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo has declared a local state of disaster in response to a citywide Boil Water Notice (BWN) issued on October 10, 2024, following the detection of E. coli in the public water system. This declaration, effective from 12:00 p.m. Friday, October 11, 2024, to 12:00 p.m.

STATE NEWS

Laredo CBP officers apprehend man wanted on homicide: negligent vehicular manslaughter warrant

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry this weekend encountered a man wanted in the Laredo area on an outstanding felony warrant for homicide: negligent vehicular manslaughter. “Our frontline CBP officers working in the pedestrian environment apprehended a man wanted on a felony warrant for

LAREDO SPORTS

South Laredo’s Suga Show Records Earns It’s First Playoff Victory in the City of Laredo’s A Division

Courtesy Joe Martinez, (Laredo, Texas)-Anthony Merino brings South Laredo’s Suga Show back to life with a message to their coach this afternoon that read “Let’s finish what we started” that statement became their battle cry on the court tonight as they beat On Scene by a score of 59-47. Merino finishes the night with 17

LAREDO SPORTS

Laredo Basketball Facebook Group Set to Live Stream Tonight’s Playoff Games

Courtesy Joe Martinez, (Laredo, Texas)-Tune in to both of tonight’s City of Laredo A Division Playoff Games with Juan Renteria & Tony Campos through their Laredo Basketball Facebook Page you must be a member of the group to view the stream so make sure you subscribe to the link below before the game. https://www.facebook.com/groups/934648520821390

STATE NEWS

Unified Development Code Public Meeting Rescheduled

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Draft plan still available for comments, open to developers and community at large (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen Unified Development Code townhall meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, October 8 at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, located at 1200 Ash Ave., has been rescheduled to this Thursday, October 10, 2024, starting at 3:00

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo Utilities 42’’ Tunnel Project Breaks Ground

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, TX— The City of Laredo Utilities Department broke ground on a historic project. A 42”, 7,000 linear foot tunnel will be built to intercept wastewater at the Zacate Creek Wastewater Treatment plant and convey it to the South Laredo Wastewater Treatment Plant. This long-awaited project delivers on a 30-year promise to

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

Statement from the City of Laredo on Recent Council Decisions and Public Concerns

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, TX— The City of Laredo would like to address the recent discussions surrounding the actions and decisions made by the City Council, as well as the subsequent efforts by some council members regarding public petitions and advocacy. As a city, we are committed to maintaining transparency, ethical governance, and adherence to

Laredo College Updates

Laredo College Golf for Education Tournament Supports Students, College Initiatives

Courtesy Joana Santillana, (Laredo, Texas)-For the second consecutive year, the Laredo College Golf for Education tournament was a resounding success, with over 100 golfers showcasing their skills on the course for a great cause. The Casa Blanca Golf Course hosted a morning filled with camaraderie and golfing excitement, bringing together volunteers, sponsors and golf enthusiasts

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo Utilities Customer Service Center to Launch New Registration Software & Process for Utility Customers

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, TX— Customers will be able to sign in or check-in in person at one of three (3) kiosks inside the City Hall Annex or do so remotely from a personal electronic or mobile device using a QR Code. Services available include, but are not limited to: new accounts, high bills, leak