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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Laredo College Call of Duty Team Debut Leads to Undefeated National Title

Courtesy Joana Sanittana, The Laredo College Call of Duty Esports team brought home the college’s second National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Championship this year after an undefeated season during their debut semester. This grand achievement comes at the heels of the talented LC Valorant team’s undefeated national championship in April.“I am beyond proud

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City of Laredo Christmas Holiday Closure Notice

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of the Christmas holiday on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024. All services will resume normal operation hours on Thursday, December 26, 2024. The City Landfill will be open on the 24th from

WEBB COUNTY NEWS

Jorge Rodriguez, Jr Sentenced

Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-On December 5, 2024, the Fourth Court of Appeals affirmed the consecutive twenty-year sentences imposed on Jorge Rodriguez, Jr, by 406th District Court Judge Oscar J. Hale, Jr. Rodriguez had appealed the stacking of his sentences by Judge Hale arguing that stacking them was an act of judicial vindictiveness due to

LAREDO ADVERTISERS

V&G Fine Spirits Reminds you of the Upcoming Christmas Holiday Closing

(Laredo, Texas)-V&G Fine Spirits South Laredo’s Discount Liquor Store located at 2203 Pine Street along Zapata Hwy. across from Pizza Hut reminds the public that all liquor stores across Texas will be closed on Christmas Day as well as New Year’s Day this of course due to State Law. Liquor stores closing across Texas is

Laredo College Updates

Laredo College graduates step into the future at December Commencement Ceremony

Courtesy Joana Santillan, Monday,December 16th marked the culmination of an unforgettable journey for Laredo College students as they proudly walked across the graduation stage, donning their regalia and cheered on by their loved ones. The ceremony celebrated the hard work and determination of hundreds of graduates who earned their degrees and certificates.Surrounded by proud families

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

El Metro Transit System Invites the Community of Laredo to Holiday Events at the El Metro Transit Center

Courtesy Oscar Gomez, Laredo, TX – El Metro Transit System is excited to invite the community of Laredo to two fantastic holiday events at the El Metro Transit Center this week. These events are a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy festive activities and create lasting memories. Meet Santa Claus at El Metro Transit Center

STATE NEWS

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Nature Center (MNC) is a 33-acre nature park located in the City of McAllen. The Nature Center’s winding trails, shaded seating areas, and thoughtfully designed amenities invite visitors to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and tranquility of nature. It also features benches, a picnic area, a cactus garden,

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño Represents Laredo on Diplomatic Visit to Lima, Peru

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, TX — The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, was invited by the U.S. Department of State to visit Lima, Peru. On his first day, he visited the United States Embassy, where he was warmly received by U.S. Ambassador to Peru Stephanie Syptak-Ramnath and her team. During the visit,

Laredo College Updates

McAllen’s Superintendent of Bridges Appointed Assistant City Manager

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, New position will focus on McAllen’s investment programs, international and government relations, and key projects; Olaguibel to remain director of McAllen bridge system (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen is proud to announce the appointment of Juan Olaguibel as Assistant City Manager overseeing McAllen’s EB-5 and foreign investor programs, international relations, intergovernmental relations,

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CBP announces measures to facilitate upcoming Christmas, New Year’s 2025 holiday traffic at the Laredo Port of Entry

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas– As the countdown to Christmas is less than two weeks out, U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of Field Operations at the Laredo Port of Entry strongly encourages travelers to plan ahead, apply for I-94 travel permits online as CBP prepares to implement measures to facilitate Christmas, New Year’s holiday

Texas Concerts

Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October to Make a Tour Stop at the Paramount Theater in Austin, Texas

Courtesy Joe Martinez Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October will be performing this weekend at the Paramount Theater in Ausin, Texas on Saturday December 14th. The stop will be one of three Texas perforances that will take place starting in Beaumont on December 12th then San Antonio at the Aztec Theater on December 13th. Tickets to

LAREDO SPORTS

Suga Show Basketball Team is Ready for the 2024 City of Laredo Park’s and Recreation Winter Season

Courtesy Joe Martinez Photos Courtesy Cuate Santos (Laredo, Tx)-The schedule for the 2024 City of Laredo Park’s and Recreational A Division league is ready and the teams are set and ready to play. Suga Show returns for its fifth season overall as a team and fourth in the A Division with returning players from the

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Wreaths Across America 2024 to be Hosted at City of Laredo Cemetery

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— The City of Laredo is proud to partner again this year with Wreaths Across America to honor the military members who served and remember the fallen heroes who sacrificed for this country. On Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM, Wreaths Across America will hold its annual ceremony at the

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

Statement from the City of Laredo Regarding the Zacatecas Street Pipe Incident

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas— The City of Laredo is committed to transparency regarding the recent sewage pipe failure at the end of Zacatecas Street in South Laredo. Recent media reports have attributed this incident to various causes, including speculation about Border Patrol activities. While Council Member Melissa Cigarroa expressed her personal observations on this

STATE NEWS

United States Customs and Border Patrol Officers Seize Large Cache of Testosterone and other Steroids at Laredo Port of Entry Driver Arrested S

Courtesy RIchard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry this week seized a large cache of testosterone and other steroids with a gross weight of more than 21 pounds hidden within a passenger vehicle. “Our frontline CBP officers maintain strict vigilance and their application

Laredo College Updates

Matias De Llano Charitable Trust donates $600K supporting Construction Management Program at LC

Courtesy Joana Santillana, (Laredo, Texas)-The Matias De Llano Charitable Trust, administered by International Bank of Commerce (IBC Bank) as trustee, has made a generous $600,000 donation to Laredo College. This gift, aimed at supporting the newly established Construction Management Program at the college, is part of the trust’s ongoing mission to enrich the Laredo community

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo Delivers Official Statement on False Information

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas—The City of Laredo is aware of a false and misleading social media post claiming that the water in the area of McPherson Rd. and Jacaman Rd. is contaminated. The City wants to make clear that this claim is completely false. Our water supply is tested consistently and meets or exceeds

CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo Council Members Vote for New Mayor Pro-Tempore

Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas – During the final City Council meeting of the year on Monday, December 2, 2024, Council Member for District 7 Vanessa Perez was elected as the new Mayor Pro-Tempore. She succeeds Council Member for District 5, Ruben Gutierrez, Jr., who served in the role for the past year. Council Member