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Archives for January 2019

Mario Angel Gonzalez sentenced to LIFE

Courtesy Yanira Deleon, (Laredo, Texas)The District Attorney’s Office reports that Mario Angel Gonzalez has been found guilty and sentenced to life in prison for brutally murdering 16-year-old Lesley Sanchez at a local park. On July 27, 2017, the Laredo Police Department Communication Division received a call from a man stating that he found his niece’s

AHS Bulldog Football Team Donate Toys and Blankets

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, the Alexander High School Football team collected over 70 toys and blankets for students at Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School.  The AHS Football players, under the direction of Head Coach Sergio Salinas, visited Amparo Gutierrez Elementary to surprise the students with their gifts.  Principal of Alexander High School, Mr. Ernesto Sandoval,

2018 McAllen Crime Estimates Released

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, The City of McAllen participates in the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. This program makes possible the measurement and analysis of the crime index in a uniform manner.  The UCR program is the reporting of seven index crimes. The department recognizes that these outcomes are the result of community-wide efforts. Statement by

United High School Senior Marcos Alejandro Munoz Signs Scholarship for UTRGV

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Congratulations to United High School (UHS), senior Marcos Alejandro Munoz, who signed a cross-country scholarship to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV). UHS cross-country coach Eduardo Gonzalez said that Munoz is a great student and one of the best athletes in the state. “It’s been my pleasure to coach

‘Blithe Spirit’ Continues Through Jan. 20 at TAMIU

Courtesy Steve Harmon, (Laredo, Texas)-Spirits continue to take shape for a hauntingly hilarious production as the Laredo Theater Guild International (LTGI), in collaboration with Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), stages Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit at TAMIU through Jan. 20. Blithe Spirit delves into the supernatural, telling the story of ex-wives, love and crystal balls. Madame Arcati conducts a séance

McAllen Holiday Parade once again awarded “The Best” at Texas events industry conference

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (Laredo, Texas)-The McAllen Holiday Parade continues to be recognized as “The Best Overall” in the state of Texas walking away with 14 awards – 7 of which were gold – as well as the coveted Best Overall award for the second year in a row for the McAllen Holiday Parade at this past weekend’s

UISD Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program Services to Commence on January 22, 2019

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-For a 10th year, United ISD high school students, under the guidance of teachers who have been certified by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA), are offering free income tax preparation services to low and moderate income families and individuals. The services will be available at

Man Arrested with 22 Kilograms of Methamphetamine

Courtesy Yanira Deleon, (Laredo, Texas)-A Mexican national has been arrested with over 22 kilograms of methamphetamine. On January 9, 2019, a surveillance operation was conducted by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), with the assistance of the Webb County District Attorney’s Office, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office, and the Laredo Police Department at numerous locations in Laredo,

McAllen Performing Arts Center Celebrates New Year, New Milestones

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen, TX –  Just 11 days into the new year and 2019 has already cemented itself as a record-breaking year for the McAllen Performing Arts Center (MPA). The McAllen Performing Arts Center started the year off on a high note with tickets for an astounding 35 events in this year currently on sale

United ISD Kicked-Off The 7th Annual Partners For Scholars 5k Run/Walk, Health Fair & Zumba Master Class

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)_United ISD held a press conference to kick-off 7th annual Partners for Scholars 5k run/walk, Health fair and Zumba Master Class. Proceeds from both events will benefit United ISD students with scholarships to college.  Prior year’s events have been huge successes, which have raised over $36,000 for student scholarships. This year, our goal is to reach 1,000 participants.   Paid

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