Archives for December 2020
Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas – District Six Council Member Dr. Marte Martinez, who is also part of a team of surgeons at a local hospital, is the first council member to have the COVID-19 vaccine administered. “I am honored and privileged to receive the vaccine,” said Dr. Marte Martinez. “As frontline personnel begin to
Courtesy Charlotte Laracy, Washington, D.C.—Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement after Congress reached an agreement on coronavirus relief and omnibus package: “It is my top priority to ensure that American families and communities are safe, healthy and financially secure as we continue to battle this pandemic,” said Congressman Cuellar. “I will be voting
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Over the fall semester Los Obispos Middle School Science, Engineering, Technology , and Math (STEM) students created toys for students with disabilities. These toys were created to help children with disabilities during therapy sessions. The STEM students]ts of Los Obispos Middle School include Emmanuel Vasquez, Andrea Charles, Marelee Garcia, Amisadai Barrera,
Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo and Webb County have FOUR new confirmed death in Webb County related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the families of those who have lost a loved one through this pandemic and want them to know that our counselors
Courtesy Alexis Torres, Laredo, TX— Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) delivered a $500 holiday donation to support teachers and students at Dr. Henry Cuellar Elementary School. Congressman Cuellar said, “This academic school year has been filled with many unique challenges for our educators and students. I made this donation to not only show my appreciation for
Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo and Webb County have FOUR new confirmed death in Webb County related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the families of those who have lost a loved one through this pandemic and want them to know that our counselors
Courtesy Steve (Lardo, Tx)-A $40 Million gift to Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is one of the largest in higher education history in South Texas, and certainly the largest in the 50-year history of the University. The unrestricted gift from MacKenzie Scott, philanthropist and author, was announced online Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020. TAMIU president Dr. Pablo
Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Tx)-The Laredo Police Officers Association (LPOA) through their annual Angel Tree Project treated students from Zaffirini Elementary with presents and meals from Chick-Fil-A. Students also received a special visit from Santa Claus, which was made possible by Guerra Communications. “Thank you, LPOA for your thoughtfulness and generous donations, you have brightened
Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Tx)-The Webb County Tax Office is open to the public but temporary short staffed and the public might experience delays in conducting business in person. In the meantime, the public is encouraged to process transactions online as much as possible. DMV renewals may be processed at participating HEB stores. For Property
Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— On Wednesday, December 16, 2020, the City of Laredo Solid Waste Department will be conducting a free Brush & Bulky Item Collection Service throughout District 5. All unwanted accumulations should be placed out for pickup no later than 7:00 a.m. Customers must place all bulky items at least 10 feet
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