Archives for March 2021
Courtesy David Alegria, (Laredo, Texas)-In-person registrations for COVID-19 vaccine appointments are still available, but they will now be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Laredo, TEXAS – The City of Laredo announces that there has been a modification to the in-person registrations schedule for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment at Sames Auto Arena. Starting on Wednesday,
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, United High School students competed in the Skills USA Automotive Service Technology Competition for District 12 where they garnered 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. John Baker and Jose Parra will be advancing to the State Skills USA competition on April 20th. The annual competition evaluates each contestant’s preparation for employment
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized methamphetamine that totaled over $7 million in street value. “The level of methamphetamine abuse in the U.S. continues to rise,” said Acting Port Director Eugene Crawford, Laredo Port of Entry. “Seizures like
Courtesy Carmen Rendo, (Laredo, Texas)-The UISD Tax Office will be closed on Friday, April 2, 2021 and will resume regular working hours of 8:00am to 4:30 pm on April 5, 2021.
Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo and Webb County have TWO 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
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers working outbound operations seized over $91,000 in undeclared currency in a single enforcement act. “CBP conducts outbound enforcement operations to protect against unreported exportations of bulk U.S. currency, which often can be proceeds from alleged illicit activity,
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-United ISD’s Office of Communications was recently honored by the Texas School Public Relations Association (TSPRA). The Department of Communication earned various commendations for their work in design, publishing, photography, and print. The team earned the following distinctions: Platinum Certificate of Merit Platinum Category—Office of Communications, We Are United campaign Gold
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-The United Independent School District Board of Trustees and Superintendent Roberto J. Santos are pleased to announce Rosenda K. Ruiz as the new Principal of Borchers Elementary School. Ms. Ruiz is a 25-year veteran educator of United ISD with an extensive background in education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts &
Courtesy David Alegria, The survey presents residents with an opportunity to share input related to the City’s annual budget Laredo, TEXAS – The City of Laredo has launched a public input survey focusing on key service areas related to the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. The survey was initially proposed by District 8 Council Member, Alyssa
Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— Today, Tuesday, March 23, 2021, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has announced through an official press release that COVID-19 vaccines will be available to all adults. Beginning on Monday, March 29, 2021, all adults will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in the State of Texas
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