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Rep. Cuellar Announces More than $1.628 Billion in Funding for Laredo Transportation Projects

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Laredo, TX—U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1.628 billion in transportation funding for the Laredo area. The funds are authorized through the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2023 Unified Transportation Program (UTP), which is the state’s 10-year plan to guide the development of transportation work across the state. The $1.6 billion in funding

CBP to Temporarily Halt Vehicular Traffic at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge During the 21st Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony to Honor the 9/11 Attack Victims

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Laredo Port of Entry, would like to advise the traveling public of the temporary halt in vehicular traffic at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge the morning of Sept. 11, during the 21st Annual Remembrance Ceremony to honor the 9/11 attack victims. On Sunday, September 11,

World Trade Bridge CBP Officers Seize $7.6 Million in Cocaine

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—In two more large cocaine interceptions this week, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine valued at $7.6 million within tractor trailers in two separate enforcement actions. “Within a four-day span, our frontline CBP officers at Laredo Port of

Rep. Cuellar Announces $375,000 in Federal Funding to Support Border Security in Zapata County

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Funds will be used for paying overtime, expenses, and acquiring new equipment Zapata, TX—U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $375,000 in federal funds to support border security in Zapata County. The money will be used by the Zapata County Sheriff’s Office to pay for overtime hours, operating expenses, and new equipment—resources that

Centeno Elementary Kicks-Off Accelerated Reader Program for 2022-2023

Courtesy Alexander Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Centeno elementary’s Accelerated Reading kick-off for 2022-2023 began with a surprise visit from local celebrity Clown Bolitas. Students and teachers participated in spirit building dances and activities while competing for great prizes.   “Our goal is to encourage, guide and engage students at all reading levels. We also track their progress

Rep. Cuellar Announces $13.75 Million for Laredo International Airport Upgrades

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Laredo, TX – Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $13.75 million in federal funding for upgrades at Laredo International Airport. The funding, provided through three separate grants, will be used by the airport to create a marketing program advertising its airport services. The funding will also be used to upgrade the H1,

City of Laredo Labor Day Closure Notice

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 5, 2022. All services will resume to regular schedule on Tuesday, September 6. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Solid Waste Services There will

City of Laredo Breaks Ground for Buena Vista Sports Complex

Courtesy David Alegria, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the anticipated Buena Vista Sports Complex on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Guests celebrated the beginning of a new installment that will promote physical well-being and quality of life for the community. During the ceremony, the City of Laredo expressed their

Rep. Cuellar Announces More than $4.3 Million in Federal Funding to Support Border Security in Webb County

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, Laredo, TX—Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $4,305,000 in federal funds to support border security in Webb County. The money will be used by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to pay for: Overtime and applicable fringe benefits for the police officers of Webb County Sheriff’s Office, Laredo Police Dept., Offices of

Rep. Cuellar Announces $660K Federal Earmark for Upgrades to Zapata County Sheriff HQ

Dana Youngentob, Zapata, Texas— Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) held a press conference to announce a new $660,000 federal earmark for Zapata County’s Sheriff Department Headquarters. The funding will support upgrades to the headquarters with the addition of interview rooms, an evidence room, a records room, and an expansion of workspace. Additionally, the funding

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