Archives for April 2019
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Nationally recognized etiquette expert Diane Gottsman returned to Laredo for this year’s business etiquette and executive leadership seminar for students enrolled in United South High School’s (USHS), Global Business & Advance Technology Magnet. The seminar was held at the stylish Tesoro Room in the La Posada Hotel. Ms. Gottsman discussed proper
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Thanks to the East Foundation, students in Lyndon B. Johnson High School’s Early College High School (ECHS) Program engaged in a biological/agricultural field experience at San Antonio Viejo Rancho located in Hebbronville, Texas. The facility serves as a learning and training ground for South Texas institutions, students, scientists and veterinarians. During their stay,students learned about
Courtesy Laura D. Garcia, (Laredo, Texas)-,The McAllen Public Library kicked off a bevy of accolades and recognitions, starting with National Library Week, April 7- 13, 2019, an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. This year’s theme, “Libraries = Strong Communities,” illustrates how today’s libraries
Election Day Saturday, May 4, 2019 Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen, Texas– The City of McAllen is holding a regular election for registered voter residents of McAllen City Commission Districts 4 and 5 on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Early Voting for those offices will begin on Monday, April 22, 2019 continuing through Tuesday, April 30, 3019, from
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, United ISD’s Construction Management Department gave the administrative team from Salinas Elementary a tour of their brand new campus. Principal Abraham Rodriguez, along with his staff and administrative team, were able to look around their brand new state of the art facility. Salinas Elementary’s new campus, located at 3611 Alfredo
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)- Students at Zaffirini Elementary were treated to a morning of fun and relaxation before they take the STAAR exams next week. This event is aimed at promoting the importance of wellness and helping students to de-stress by participating in productive activities. The activities included fun exercises, art & crafts, games, and hands-on science
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers intercepted a noteworthy amount of hard narcotics with an estimated street value of more than $701 thousand in one enforcement action at the World Trade Bridge. “I commend our CBP officers for their hard work and attention to
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, author Shawn Elliott Russel visited with Trautmann Middle School students to make a presentation based on his 2016 book titled Be Still, Little Tree, Be Still. He wrote the book after triumphantly overcoming anxiety and health issues that left him jobless, home-bound and terrified. “I was desperate to live a normal life
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Teachers, students and parents gathered at Washington Middle School to observe World Autism Day (April 2),with music, poetry, and the traditional release of balloons that signifies unity and support for children and adults who live within the spectrum of Autism. The neurodevelopmental disorder is characterized by difficulties with social interaction, communication, and by
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-United High School (UHS), United South High School (USHS), J.B. Alexander High School (JBA), and Lyndon B. Johnson High School (LBJ)- along with Del Rio High School, Garcia Early College High School, Eagle Pass High School,and Nixon High School competed in the Annual UIL district academic championship held on March 28-30,
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