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Archives for July 2018

McAllen Public Library Closes as Precaution

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Power outage caused issues with heating and ventilation system, McAllen Fire crews still on scene investigating (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Public Library was closed earlier today and will remain closed for the rest of the day as a precaution due to the smell of smoke.  All patrons were quickly and safely evacuated and

McAllen International CarFest 2018 Raises Over $8055.00 for Non-Profits

Courtesy Stephanie Ramirez, McAllen, TX- McAllen International CarFest 2018 set to present checks to two non-profit organizations (Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Antique Automobile Club of America) this Wednesday, August 1st, 2018 at 10:00 AM at the McAllen Convention Center.  The 2018 McAllen International CarFest committee collectively worked hard to promote the event as well as the participation

TxDot Traffic Alert

LAREDO, TX – Beginning July 29 through August 1, 2018 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly, Traf-Tex will be placing pavement markings at the intersections of US 59 Loop (SL 20)@McPherson Rd., FM 1472 (Mines Rd.)@Lowry Rd. & FM 1472@Bristol Rd. Prepare to stop, merge to open lane(s) & drive with caution around work

Customs and Border Protection Officers at Laredo Port of Entry Apprehend Man with Warrant

Courtesy Margie Garza,  LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry this week apprehended a local man with a pending felony warrant regarding charges of aggravated robbery-other dangerous weapon. “Our frontline officers maintain their resolute vigilance on a 24/7 basis and that dedication and attention to

IMAS to Honor Carlos Melguizo and Saul Sanchez at Collage Annual Gala

Courtesy Serena Pandos, McAllen, TX- In continuation of the International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) Legacy Project which acknowledges outstanding philanthropic leaders in the community who have given generously to the museum, theBoard of Trustees is pleased to announce they will be honoring Mr. Carlos Melguizo and Mr. Saul Sanchez at this year’s Collage

Ruth B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center Summer Camp a Success

Courtesy Ariana Mora, (Laredo, Texas)-Astronauts in Training, a respite summer camp for children with special needs at RBC was a complete success.   Campers enjoyed demonstrations by the Laredo Sector Border Patrol, Laredo Fire Department, Joe’s Puppet Show, Healthy Physiques by Enid, Gonzalez Ceramics, and Rodeo Dental. All activities were linked to promoting, maintaining, and developing

Statement on Volunteers Wishing to Distribute Supplies at Metro McAllen Transit Center

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Volunteers did not have permission for activity that would have caused disruption of services Yesterday, the City of McAllen redirected volunteers who wished to distribute back packs to immigrants at the McAllen Transit Center, to provide those supplies and volunteer efforts to the Immigrant Respite Center run so ably by Sister Norma

Laura Sanchez-Saldaña Sentenced after Pleading Guilty to Intoxication Manslaughter 

Courtesy Yanira Resendez, (Laredo, Texas)-The District Attorney’s Office secured a guilty plea in its case against Laura Sanchez-Saldaña, 44, who caused a vehicle collision that took the life of a Samuel Pedraza. On August 28, 2015, at approximately 4:30 a.m., the Laredo Police Department Communications Division received a call regarding a car crash that occurred

Customs and Border Protection Officers at Laredo Port of Entry Seize Narcotics Worth More Than $513K This Weekend

Courtesy Diego Hernandez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at Laredo Port of Entry seized narcotics with an estimated street value of $513,000 in two enforcement actions over the weekend. “Despite searing heat, our frontline CBP officers continue to maintain their vigilance and that dedication to service yielded

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