Archives for September 2021
Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – City of Laredo Mayor Pete Saenz and members of the Council recognized Captain Merla and the Mobile Vaccination Team Y2 from the National Guard for the dedication offered to the city of Laredo and District 7. The team dedicated their efforts to vaccinate essential workers in a drive-up clinic,
Coordinators will perform humanitarian related tasks; Eases workload on Border Patrol agents Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $29,147,000 in federal funding for additional U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processing coordinators. This funding will support approximately 1,200 processing coordinators who will assist CBP with the influx of migrants
Courtesy David Alegria, Laredo, Texas – In an effort to alleviate hunger in the South Texas region, the City of Laredo along with the South Texas Food Bank proclaimed the month of September 2021 as Hunger Action Month. The proclamation was read and signed by Council Member for District 4, Alberto Torres, Jr., on behalf
Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection, DEL RIO, Texas –U.S. Customs and Border Protection today announced that the Office of Field Operations (OFO) Del Rio Port of Entry will temporarily close and re-route traffic from Del Rio to Eagle Pass to more effectively manage resources and ensure uninterrupted flow of trade and travel. Consistent with
Courtesy Sandy Lugo, (Laredo, Texas)-Laredo College Board of Trustees, executives, administrators, students and honored guests witnessed a historic proclamation marking the celebration of National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week with a memorable event that also served to kick off LC’s 75th Anniversary programming as the institution celebrated its 75-year legacy of excellence in higher education with all
Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Zapata, TX—U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $10 million in federal funding for broadband connectivity in Zapata County. The funding will support broadband access to more than 5,000 households, 20 farms, 15 businesses, 15 educational facilities and 10 community centers. “High-speed broadband is critical for a community’s growth and prosperity, yet many
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, Arndt elementary students dressed up in red, white, and blue clothing to remember the first responders and victims of September 11, 2001. Laredo’s hometown hero, Marine Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza, was also honored for serving his country and ultimate sacrifice. The day’s patriotic activities were coordinated by Principal Juanita
Courtesy Steve Harmon, (Laredo, Texas)-Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), one of the Top 10 Colleges with the Most Hispanic Students in the nation, will proudly kick off its observance of Hispanic Heritage Month starting this week with a full offering of engaging lectures, presentations and activities. The month-long celebration will launch with a traditional El
Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo and Webb County have THREE new confirmed deaths 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 counselors and teams
Courtesy Carmen Davila, (Laredo, Texas)-A surprise visit brought smiles and excitement to some Freedom Elementary School students. Superintendent David H. Gonzalez visited a few classrooms to get a closer look on how the new school year is shaping up from the students themselves. Mr. Gonzalez was eagerly welcomed by the students in Ms. Gonzalez’s Kindergarten
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