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Four LISD Campuses Recognized as Higher Performing Schools

Courtesy Robert Treviño,  Four LISD campuses have been recognized by the National Center for Educational Achievements (NCEA) for its academic prowess. Santo Nino, Macdonell, Ligarde Elementary and The Early College High Schools have been identified as Higher Performing Schools, according to the NCEA 2010 Higher Performing Schools List for Texas.  Santo Nino Elementary School was

Theophane Wins British Title in Style!!! Ready To Fight World’s Best

By: Cestus Press Cestus Management’s 140-to-147 pound world contender, Ashley Theophane, scored a sizzling 12 round unanimous decision victory over British Light-Welterweight Champion, ‘Lightning’ Lenny Daws, in the main event at the world famed Wembley Arena in London England.  Theophane displayed superb boxing skills as he constantly kept the very offensive and game Daws off

Senator Zaffirini Announces 2010 Census Results for Senate District 21

Courtesy Will Krueger, (AUSTIN) — Senator Judith Zaffirini, D-Laredo, announced the results of the decennial census for Senate District (SD) 21. “Ten of our counties gained population over the last decade, while seven counties lost population,” Senator Zaffirini said. “Wilson County was the fastest-growing county, followed closely by Webb.” Other counties in SD 21 that

Martin Pinones Fernandez Wanted by the Police

Laredo Police are asking the community for information in locating Martin Pinones Fernandez heis wanted for Murder he is currently at large. If anyone has any information on his whereabouts they are asked to call Laredo Police at 795-2800 or 727- TIPS. The murder is for Murder 1 in the death of Jose Gonzalez. Crime Stoppers will pay

President’s Day Holiday Closure

Courtesy Larry Sanchez, All Webb County administrative offices will be closed Monday, February 21, 2011 in observance of President’s Day. Included in the holiday closure is the Webb County Tax Assessor Collector’s Office. The Webb County Sheriff’s Department will continue all services on its regular schedule. All Webb County Offices will re-open at 8 a.m.

LISD Celebrates Read Across America Week

Courtesy Roberto Treviño, Laredo Independent School District will be celebrating Read Across America Week February 21-25. Every year in celebration of “Read Across America” millions of young readers, including Laredo ISD students join National Education Association (NEA) in promoting reading through many activities. This year LISD librarians will host special activities throughout the week to

Vidal M. Trevino Magnet School “Rock the Arts” Recruitment Week

Courtesy Roberto Treviño,  The Vidal M. Trevino School of Communication and Fine Arts Magnet School will be holding its annual recruitment week for Laredo Independent School District middle school students. The VMT recruitment team is scheduled to “Rock the Arts” at all LISD middle schools beginning Monday, February 21, through Thursday, February 24.  The VMT recruitment

CUELLAR ANNOUNCES 2010 Census results

Courtey Lesley Lopez, WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX 28) announced the following results of the 2010 Census affecting the 28th district. Since 2000, the Texas population has grown by 20.6%. 89% of that growth was from non-Anglos.  The Hispanic population grew at a rate of 41.8% Overall, the 28th district ranked sixth in overall growth

Multiple Burglaries Solved Arrests Made

Courtesy Joe Baeza,   On Friday, January 28, 2011 at approximately 11:30pm, one Ruben Vela, was arrested after he committed a Burglary of Habitation at 400 Amador Salinas.  On Monday, January 31, 2011 CAPROS began their investigation on Ruben Vela and Bridget Garcia and their involvement on several burglaries. The investigation revealed that Ruben Vela

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