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Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Laredo College President Dr. Minita Ramírez shares thoughts on election outcome

Courtesy Joana Santillana, (Laredo, Texas)-Elections are the closest citizens come to seeing democracy in action. I am proud of our college community, especially our Student Government Association, which has been at the forefront of efforts to increase civic engagement through voter registration drives, town hall meetings and other voter awareness initiatives. Thank you to the

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The City of Laredo and Keep Laredo Beautiful Invite the Community to Celebrate Laredo Arbor Day

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, TX— The City of Laredo and Keep Laredo Beautiful will host a proclamation to commemorate the first Saturday of November as Laredo Arbor Day starting Friday, November 8th, 2024, at City Hall Council Chambers. The first Laredo Arbor Day will be celebrated on November 9th, 2024, at Independence Hills Park, where

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City of Laredo to Host Citywide Town Hall Meeting on Utilities Updates and Clean Water Initiatives

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, TX—The City of Laredo invites all community members to a citywide town hall meeting focused on updates from the Utilities Department. This informative session will address the City’s commitment to enhancing water infrastructure, ensuring clean and safe water access for all residents, and meeting the demands of a growing community. The

STATE NEWS

Rep. Cuellar Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Gateway Barbara Fasken Healthcare Clinic in Laredo

Courtesy Fernanda Nunez Cazarez, LAREDO, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Gateway Barbara Fasken Healthcare Clinic in Laredo, TX. “Gateway clinics are the backbone of Laredo’s health system. I secured $1,997,000 in federal funding in FY23 for the new Barbara Fasken Healthcare Clinic in Laredo,” said Dr. Cuellar,

Laredo College Updates

Palominos enjoy a Spooktacular Halloween

Courtesy Cristian Ocampo, (Laredo, Texas)-Laredo College students took on their school day sitting next to all manners of characters. Donning their capes, fangs, claws, juice boxes and more, LC students added a welcoming haunting flair to both campuses. During the LC Spooktacular Halloween event, Palominos participated in a costume contest, decorated pumpkins and enjoyed a

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City Cemetery Announces Extended Hours of Operation for “Día de los Muertos”

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas—As the Mexican holiday “Día de los Muertos” approaches, the City of Laredo Cemetery announces its extended hours of operation for Friday, November 1st (All Saints Day) and Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, to open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Many in the local community honor this holiday, and the City

Laredo College Updates

From dream to reality, Es Mi Arte at Laredo College

Courtesy Cristian Ocampo, (Laredo, Texas)-Art takes us to unimaginable places and lets us experience the world through others’ eyes. Laredo College is proud and privileged to invite artists to showcase their connection to art and what it can inspire. This Friday, Nov. 1, local artist Dimitri Garcia will share his thoughts and himself through canvas,

STATE NEWS

City of McAllen to Conduct McAllen SHINES Survey for Resident Input

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Monthlong-plus Zencity survey to gauge civic pride regarding recycling, cleanliness, and beautification (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen will be digitally surveying residents via cell phone and other digital devices using the Zencity Community Survey platform. The survey will appear to residents using digital ads in various locations, such as social media platforms

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City of Laredo Honors Ivanna Rosell for Inspiring Dedication to Community Service and Advocacy

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, TX— The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Trevino, and the Laredo Council proudly recognized Miss Ivanna Rosell for her remarkable commitment to community service through her ongoing volunteer work and advocacy efforts. Since 2022, Ivanna has been a dedicated volunteer with Allie’s Bird Project, crafting handmade items to support

STATE NEWS

Laredo Customs and Border Protection Officers Apprehend Man Wanted on Felony Child Indecency Warrant

Courtesy Jeniffer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry last night encountered a man wanted in the Laredo area on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child. “Our frontline CBP officers apprehended yet another person wanted in connection with an outstanding felony warrant

STATE NEWS

Rep. Cuellar Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for the New Gateway Community Health Center-West Clinic in Laredo

Courtesy Fernanda Nunez-Cazares, LAREDO, TX– Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Ph.D. celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Gateway Community Health Center-West Clinic in Laredo. “Gateway Community Health Center is the backbone of Laredo’s health system. I secured Congressionally directed funding in FY22 to help expand Gateway’s reach and provide Laredo residents with the quality health

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City of Laredo Launches Small Business Water Relief Program

Courtesy Andres Garcia, $270,000 in Grants Available to Support Businesses Impacted by the Recent Boil Water Notice LAREDO, TX –The City of Laredo is excited to announce the launch of the Small Business Water Relief Program, created to support local small businesses impacted by the recent Boil Water Notice. Funded by the City of Laredo

STATE NEWS

Rep. Cuellar Participates in Panel Discussion on Colombia Bridge Expansion and International Trade

Courtesy Fernanda Nunez-Cazares, LAREDO, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar participated in a panel discussion hosted by the Laredo Chamber of Commerce in Laredo, TX, on the Colombia Bridge expansion project and international trade. “I’m pleased to have worked with Senator Cruz to include language in the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to expedite the

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City of Laredo Calling Small Businesses to Complete Survey for Assistance Following Boil Water Notice

Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, LAREDO, Texas – In response to the economic challenges faced by local businesses due to the recent Boil Water Notice, the City of Laredo, in partnership with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) and the Small Business Administration (SBA), is calling on all impacted small business owners to complete a survey

LAREDO ADVERTISERS

V&G Fine Spirits South Laredo’s Newest Liquor Store Offers You the Lowest Prices on Liquor

Courtesy Joe Martinez, V&G Fine Spirits is stocked with quality liquor at the lowest prices available. At V&G Fine Spirits you will find a variety of tequilas, whiskies, vodkas, rums, and much more. V&G Fine Spirits offers wholesale pricing aside from its already low prices when you purchase liquor in quantity for any type of

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Lifts the Boil Water Notice Citywide

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, TX –The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Trevino, has officially lifted the Boil Water Notice for the entire city of Laredo, marking the city’s ongoing efforts to address its water infrastructure challenges. After days of continuous work and dedication, the City of Laredo, alongside technical experts and regulatory authorities,

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Issues New Emergency Declaration on Boil Water Notice Incorporating New Measures and Texas Governor’s Emergency Declaration

Courtesy Andres Garcia, Laredo, Texas –The City of Laredo has issued a new Emergency Declaration in response to the continued Boil Water Notice (BWN), which incorporates new emergency measures and Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s October 16, 2024, Emergency Declaration. The boil water notice has been in effect since October 10, 2024, following the detection of

CITY OF LAREDO PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo to Begin District-Based Water System Flushing

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, Texas –The City of Laredo is encouraging the community to flush its water system to remove stagnant water and potential contaminants as part of ongoing efforts to lift the boil water notice. The flushing process will start on today, October 20, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. Details: The city is divided into