Archives for May 2021
Courtesy David Alegria, The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program provides a temporary discount for eligible households with ISP providers. Laredo, Texas — On May 12, 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) launched the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. The City of Laredo encourages citizens to apply for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, which will provide a temporary
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, three Alexander High School bulldog seniors signed Letters of Intent for collegiate sports at local and out-of town universities. Joseph Gonzalez signed for his cross country and track scholarship at Our Lady Of The Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. Joseph has plans to enter the medical field, and is
City Leaders Share Mexico Trip Outcomes Laredo, Texas — On Tuesday, May 11, Mayor Pete Saenz and City leaders shared their experience from their recent trip to Mexico with the purpose of meeting with business and political leaders. Main topics of discussion included the Sister Cities Agreement, travel, economic development, tourism, and humanitarian work from
Courtesy Alexis Torres, Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announces $6,750,000 in federal funding for the Laredo International Airport. This funding, awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation, will be used for taxiway construction. “Our city as well as the airport is growing and it’s important that our infrastructure meets the increasing demands of
Courtesy David Alegria, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo and Council Member for District 6, Dr. Marte Martinez, were honored to unveil a new art mural at the Reverend Deacon Leonel & Irma San Miguel Pool, located at North Central Park. The event took place on May 6, 2021 and guests included City management,
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-Every year, United ISD employees are invited to participate in the HealthyWage weight loss District Challenge. The challenge requires that participants compete in teams of 5 to lose the greatest percentage of weight in 12 weeks to win the grand prize of $10,000, plus $1,500 for the top team from each
Courtesy Alexis Torres, Free COVID-19 Vaccines, Testing and Treatment Washington, D.C. – Congressman Henry Cuellar highlighted new tools from the White House to help Texas residents get vaccinated. Texans sixteen years or older can now input their ZIP code at www.vaccines.gov / www.vacunas.gov or text their ZIP code to GETVAX (438829) / VACUNA (822862) to
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, two United High School seniors signed on the dotted line for basketball scholarships. Elisa Peralta signed a Letter of Intent for Schriener University in Kerrville,Texas and will pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Isabella Lopez signed a Letter of Intent for the University of North Texas in Dallas, Texas where
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Four Girl Scout friends gathered to plant a live oak tree at their second home, San Isidro Elementary School. These young ladies are Girl Scout Members from the Greater South Texas-Laredo Chapter. They planted the tree in front of the school for everyone to enjoy. San Isidro Elementary School Principal, Dr.
Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, The Education Committee of the Laredo Chamber of Commerce held The School Bell Awards Ceremony at The Laredo College Falcon Executive Conference Room. Annually, the Laredo Chamber takes time to recognize educators. This year the Laredo Chamber honored twelve outstanding educators representative of the primary grades through the university level.
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