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Archives for November 2012

Roque Vela Jr. Sworn in as District 5 Council Member

Courtesy Edward Millan, (Laredo, Tx)-This morning,  family and friends of Council Member elect Mr. Roque Vela, Jr. came to witness the swearing-in ceremony which was held on Friday November 16th at 10:00 am at City Council Chambers.   “ I’d like to thank the constituents of District V for electing me and look forward to working

Board members help USHS Model United Nations Club Students with National Conference to New York

Courtesy Veronica Cantu, (Laredo, Tx)- UISD Board Member Ricardo “Rick” Rodriguez, pictured left, recently contributed funds to the United South High School Model United Nations Club students to attend the upcoming National Model United Nations Conference that will be held at the United Nations in New York from March 6-9, 2013.  The group of students have

LISD Schools and Offices to Close for Thanksgiving Break

Courtesy Veronica Castillon,  (Laredo, Tx)-Administrative offices and schools of the Laredo Independent School District will be closed for Thanksgiving Holidays from Nov. 19-23. Offices will reopen on Monday, November 26.  However, the LISD Tax Office will be open Monday, Nov. 19, Tuesday, Nov. 20, and Wednesday, Nov. 21, from 8:00 a.m., to 4:30 p.m. The

LBJ Robotics Team Members Advance to State Competition

Courtesy Veronica Cantu, (Laredo, Tx)-Lyndon B. Johnson High School is very proud of their Robotics Team.  For only their second year in existence, the team advanced to the State Robotics Competition that was recently held in Dallas .  To advance to the state level, they had to compete in the San Antonio BEST (Boosting Engineering,

Justice of the Peace Ricardo Rangel to Host Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

(Laredo, Tx)-Justice of the Peace Ricardo Rangel will again be hosting his annual Thanksgiving Dinner tonight at Pricilla’s Diamond Hall in South Laredo.  This marks the 11th year that the judge will be having the event since being elected Justice of the Peace.  Over thirty turkeys were purchased for this year’s event in past years over 1,400 people

Mayor Salinas Admitted to Local Hospital for Observation

Courtesy Eloy Vega, Mayor doing fine after checking in to local hospital  Laredo, TX— Mayor Raul G. Salinas was admitted to a local hospital yesterday for observation and routine tests, after feeling ill. The decision was made, after consulting with his physician and was admitted as a precautionary measure.  Mayor Salinas is recovering and remains

111th District Court Judge Monica Z. Notzon Sweater Donation

(Laredo, Tx)-In the spirit of sharing and to give blessings, 111th District Court Judge Monica Z. Notzon  presented sweaters to students at Farias Elementary School.  Judge Notzon arrived at the school along with her staff with sweaters that were given to the children just in time to be used during these cold autumn mornings.  The

Mustang Legends 2012 Induction Ceremony

Courtesy Roberto Treviño, (Laredo, Tx)-Nixon High School will induct nine new members to their Mustang Legends. Mustang Legends are former students who continue to be successful with their accomplishments, achievements, and contributions during and after their high school days. With their pro- active actions and community service, they have become true ambassadors and representatives of their school’s

Veterans Day Holiday Closure

Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Tx)-In observance of the Veterans Day holiday, all Webb County administrative offices will be closed Monday, November 13.    The holiday closure includes the Webb County Tax Assessor Collector’s Office.  The Webb County Sheriff’s Department administrative offices will also be closed. All emergency services will be available as usual. Webb County Offices

TEXANS ASKED TO STEP UP SAFETY AS TEXAS MARKS 12 YEARS OF DAILY FATALITIES ON ROADWAYS

Courtesy TxDot, Somber anniversary reinforces importance of Texas traffic laws—simple actions can save lives  AUSTIN, TX — As hard as it is to believe, the last day we were able to enjoy without a single fatality on Texas roads was 12 years ago yesterday, November 7, 2000. That means since this date, at least one person

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