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Archives for April 2020

Rep. Cuellar on the Extension of US-Mexico Border Restrictions

Courtesy Alexis Torres Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement, regarding U.S., Mexico, and Canada’s agreement, of an additional 30-day extension of border restrictions for non-essential travelers across their shared borders. “As a member of the Bipartisan White House Task Force, I support the decision to extend restrictions for non-essential travelers across

United ISD Federal Program To Offer Online Parenting Sessions

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-At United ISD, we understand the importance of establishing a strong home and school connection.   As we continue to navigate unchartered territory, we want all our parents to know that we are here to help! In an effort to stay connected and offer support to our parents during these challenging times,

“Hello McAllen!” Show Focuses on Helping Children Document, Express Feelings During COVID-19 Pandemic

Courtesy Xochit Mora, Interactive project suitable for children of all ages (McAllen,  Tx)-As both children and adults find themselves in a strange “new normal” as the COVID-19 pandemic crisis has practically stopped and changed many of the familiar and comforting routines and activities, finding ways to express the emotions the changes and situation has created

Rep. Cuellar Announces Over $19 Million in Federal Funds for Colleges and Universities in Laredo

Courtesy Charlotte Laracy Funding will assist students with expenses related COVID-19  Laredo, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $19,044,197 federal funding for colleges, universities, and trade and vocational schools in Laredo. This funding, awarded through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, will assist students and schools with expenses related to the disruption of

Principal Jessica Salazar Semi Finalist for HEB Award

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-United ISD is proud to announce Los Obispos Middle School Principal Jessica Salazar, as a Semi-Finalist for 2020 H-E-B Excellence in Education Award. The H‑E‑B Excellence in Education Awards was created in 2002. It was designed to honor outstanding public school professionals and to thank them for their dedication and commitment. Through

City, County Confirm 11th COVID-19 Related Deaths

Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo and Webb County have confirmed the eleventh death in Laredo related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the family and want them to know that our counselors, as well as our support, are available. A man in his 40s,

United ISD Announces Registration Dates for New and  Returning Students, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-United ISD’s Online Registration portal will open on Monday, April 20, 2020, to register all current students who will be returning for the 2020-2021 school year.  Parents/guardians must have access to the Tyler SIS Parent Portal in order to complete the annual online forms. In order to better serve all current

United High School Senior Achieves National Merit Scholar Award

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-United ISD proudly announces that David Gonzalez, a senior at United High School, has been named as a National Merit Scholar in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program (NMSP). Gonzalez is one of only 16,000 scholars afforded the opportunity to pursue 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than 31 million

Rep. Cuellar Announces Over $18 Million in Federal Funds for the Laredo International Airport  

Courtesy Charlotte Laracy, Funding will be used to keep the doors open and continue major projects during COVID-19  Laredo, TX—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $18,506,692 in federal funds for the Laredo International Airport. This funding, awarded through Airport Improvement Program in the CARES Act, will be used to help the Laredo International Airport pay for

CBP Officers Seize $45k in Unreported Currency at Laredo Port of Entry

Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez,  LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers working outbound operations seized over $45,000 in undeclared currency in a single enforcement act over the weekend. “CBP’s national security mandate is complex, ranging from Anti-Terrorism to more traditional counter drug operations,” said Port Director Gregory Alvarez, Laredo Port

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