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Falcon Bank Donation Helps Stock Laredo College’s Palomino Pantry

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 24, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Cristain Ocampo, (Laredo, Texas)-Laredo College’s Palomino Pantry received a generous donation from longtime supporter and community partner Falcon Bank, reflecting their ongoing commitment to supporting local students and families across the region. “As a former Palomino, I’m especially proud to see Falcon Bank giving back to a college that means so much to our

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CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo District 8 to Host Hallowest Spooktacular Event at Siete Banderas Park

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 23, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo, in collaboration with Webb County, invites the community to the Hallowest Spooktacular Event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Siete Banderas Park. The family-friendly Halloween celebration will feature trick-or-treating, live music, games, train rides, pony rides, a car show, bounce houses, food vendors, and other

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CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

Laredo Municipal Court Announces Cancellation of Warrant Forgiveness Off-Site Court

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 22, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo Municipal Court announces the cancellation of the Warrant Forgiveness Off-Site Court originally scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the McKendrick Ochoa Salinas Branch Library. Individuals wishing to make arrangements regarding their pending cases may still appear before the

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CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

District 7 to Host 6th Annual “Halloween at the Rec” Celebration

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 20, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo, Council Member for District 7, Vanessa Perez, invite the community to a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration filled with festive activities and spooky fun for all ages. The event will take place on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Fasken

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Laredo College Updates

Laredo College Dedicates Memorial Bench and Tree Honoring Iconic trailblazer

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 19, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Joanna Santillana, In honor of the late Carolyn M. Schmies, Laredo College commemorated her legacy and impact on Laredo College students, staff and faculty with a memorial bench and tree dedication ceremony. The bench is placed alongside the bench of her beloved daughter Cesha Monique Brown, where both will continue to watch over new

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STATE NEWS

Customs and Border Patrol Officers Seize Over $30 Million in Meth at Laredo Port of Entry

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 17, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Sara Melendez, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized methamphetamine valued at more than $30 million. CBP officers discovered 76 bags containing 3,395.91 pounds of methamphetamine. CBP officers discovered 76 bags containing 3,395.91 pounds of methamphetamine. “The steadfast dedication of our workforce remains the cornerstone

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City of Laredo Provides Update on DoubleTree Hotel Fire, Structural Stabilization Efforts, and Ongoing Investigation

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 16, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo held a press conference to provide an update on the ongoing emergency response following the October 7 DoubleTree Hotel fire, outlining the structural safety concerns, stabilization efforts, and continuing investigation into the cause of the incident. Although the fire has been extinguished, the City remains

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Laredo College Updates

Laredo College Board Appoints New Trustee to Fill Position 3 Vacancy

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 15, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Joanna Santillana, (Laredo, Texas) – At the Laredo College Board of Trustees special called meeting held Oct. 12, the board selected Luis F. Mendoza III to fill the vacancy in Board Position 3 created by the retirement of longtime Trustee Mercurio Martinez Jr. Mendoza holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship from St.

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WEBB COUNTY NEWS

Sister Rosemary Receives The Webb County Domestic Violence Coalition Lifetime Achievement Award

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 14, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-On October 1, 2026, District Attorney Isidro R. Alaniz presented Sister Rosemary Welch, RSM, RN, a Sister of Mercy, with the Webb County Domestic Violence Coalition’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented during the 30th Annual Domestic Violence Conference at Texas A&M International University. The recognition marked a milestone for

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CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Beginner Clinic at Independence Hills Park

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 13, 2026, Comments Off

Rogelio Uvalle, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo, Mayor Pro Tem & District 1 Council Member Gilbert Gonzalez, and the Parks & Recreation Department invite the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new disc golf course at Independence Hills Park on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The event will begin with an official ribbon-cutting

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STATE NEWS

Rep. Cuellar Highlights More Than $702.9 Million in Financial Aid for TAMIU and Laredo College Students

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 12, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Parker Hailey, Laredo, TX – On Monday, Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D., joined Texas A&M International University and Laredo College students and leaders to highlight more than $702.9 million in TEXAS Grant and federal Pell Grant assistance awarded to students at the two institutions. Through the TEXAS Grant Program, students at TAMIU have received $178,774,301

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CITY OF LAREDO UPDATES

City of Laredo Founders’ Day Closure Notice

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 11, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Founders’ Day on Monday, October 12, 2026. All services will resume to the regular schedule on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Solid Waste Services

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City of Laredo Founders’ Day Closure Notice

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 10, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Founders’ Day on Monday, October 12, 2026. All services will resume to regular schedule on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Solid Waste Services Regular

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El Metro Announces Regular Transit Service and Office Closures for Founder’s Day

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 9, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Oscar Gomez, LAREDO, Texas — El Metro Transit System will operate regular fixed-route bus service and El Lift/Paratransit service on Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of Founder’s Day. El Metro’s Administrative Office and Customer Service Office will be closed for the holiday. Riders should note the following service schedule: Fixed-Route Bus Service: Regular

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

City of Laredo Announces New Date for 2nd Annual Laredo Coffee Fest

Written by Post Public Information Representative, Oct 4, 2026, Comments Off

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo invites the community to celebrate Laredo’s growing local coffee culture at the 2nd Annual Laredo Coffee Fest, now taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo. Originally scheduled for October 3, the event was postponed due

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