Archives for July 2010
Courtesy Will Krueger, (AUSTIN) — Senator Judith Zaffirini, D-Laredo, was appointed today (Wednesday) by Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst to the Senate Select Committee on Redistricting. The 11-member committee is composed of seven Republicans and four Democrats and is charged with drawing new congressional, legislative, and State Board of Education districts. “I am delighted that Lt.
Courtesy Ashley Patterson, President Sets Specific Deadline for Agreement Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Chairman of the bipartisan Congressional Pro-Trade Caucus (CPTC), released the following statement in response to the President’s commitment to resolve outstanding issues with the U.S. Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) by November. Earlier this spring, Congressman Cuellar and
Courtesy Raul Leal, SH 48 NEW SH 48 from Shrimp Basin to SH 100 is open to traffic. US 281 (Military Highway) US 281 (Military Highway) approximately ½ mile East of FM 1015 – water on road. Use caution. FM 800 Low water bridge on FM 800 between Business 83 and FM 3067 in Cameron
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Attendees will study the establishment of the Jewish ghettos in Europe Laredo, TX—July 1, 2010—The Laredo Public Library Wall of Tolerance Center and Museum has its third lesson on Saturday, July 10, 2010, starting at 1:00 p.m. at the Laredo Public Library HEB Multi-Purpose Room, located at 1120 East Calton Road. The
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Laredo Public Library continues to promote literacy with thought-provoking, emotional read Thursday, July 1, 2010—After the success of two One City, One Book programs, and several celebrated authors coming to the library throughout the year, the Laredo Public Library knows that there are a lot more book worms in town; book worms
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Books explore relevant topics for today’s teenagers In an effort to promote reading and share an interest in books; provide high school students an opportunity to openly discuss difficult topics in a safe environment; help students feel connected to the Laredo Public Library; and promote and enhance critical thinking skills, the Laredo
Courtesy Danny Angel, The Broncos, badly in need of relief pitching, after RHP Brandon Veronee was ruled out for the season when the results of his MRI on his right elbow came back and showed a complete tear of his UCL. Veronee was released by the Broncos and will return home. Veronee only pitched 2.1
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Due to pending weather from Hurricane Alex, the Bike Bash, part of the Twin Cities Biker Rally, scheduled for Friday, July 2, 2010 at San Agustin Plaza at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. For more information, contact the City of Laredo Parks & Leisure Services Department at 794-1764.
Courtesy Eloy Vega, Firefighters Give Blood to Save Lives The Laredo Fire Department will partner with the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center to host a blood drive this Friday at Central Fire Station. Blood supplies during summer months are usually low and Laredo Firefighters answer the call for help by donating. A mobile unit
Courtesy Danny Angel, Due to the continuing threat of thunderstorms over Laredo as a result of Hurricane Alex the Laredo Broncos (13-19) announced yesterday that they will not play their regularly scheduled game on Thursday July 1st against the San Angelo Colts (19-13). The forecast for Laredo calls for heavy rain on Wednesday night and throughout
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