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(Laredo, Texas)-Congratulations to all the KuGar TaeKwonDo Athletes who participated in the South Texas Open Taekwondo Championships that was held at San Antonio College this past weekend over all the group brought back 23 medals to Laredo 10 Gold, 8 Silver, and 5 bronze. Kugar Taekwondo is under the guidance of Jesse Kuhns Sr.
Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-United High School Drama teacher, Mr. Daniel Villarreal, was recently recognized as one of Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Influential Teachers. In order to earn this award, a teacher must be nominated by a former student who is an incoming freshman at MIT. Mr. Villarreal’s former student nominated him because he
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Recently, Clark Middle School (CMS), celebrated their 40th anniversary with a “Setting the Stage for Success” Hollywood theme celebration. UISD Board President Alissa Flores Oliveros, Board Member Javier Montemayor Jr., and Superintendent Roberto J. Santos were joined in celebration by District administrators, local dignitaries and former CMS Principals. In addition, Laredo Mayor Pete
badgeCourtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection, LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol is advising the traveling public of concrete repairs at the Interstate 35 checkpoint over the next 45 days which may cause temporary lane closures and to plan ahead when making trips. “We wanted to advise the traveling public and the international trade community
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers intercepted a significant narcotic seizure with an estimated street value of more than $679,000 in one enforcement action. “This significant seizure was possible because of the continued vigilance and alertness our CBP officers’ put forth on a daily
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers intercepted a failed attempt to import a total of 25 puppies into the United States without proper import permits and vaccinations in one enforcement action. “I commend the officers for their keen observational skills and interviewing techniques which played a
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – Management from U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Laredo Field Office, together with Dr. Pablo Arenaz, president of Texas A&M International University, (TAMIU) today announced the launch of a CBP Officer Student Trainee Internship Program in Laredo. Interns who successfully meet and complete all program and hiring requirements can be
Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Texas)-The Webb County Elections Office will have extended hours on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. The office will remain open until 8 p.m. giving those who have not been able to register to sign up or to make any changes to their records. For additional information please call 523-4050.
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-UISD’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), program was recognized by Mr. Juan Carrizales during a recent press conference held at the SAC auditorium. Carrizales is a Senior IRS Consultant who has worked with the VITA program since its inception at the District.VITA provides free income tax preparation services for families who have household incomes under $54,000.00. All
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Four United ISD students have been formally invited to join the Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP), 7th Grade Talent Search.Alyssa Palacios from United South Middle School, Rachel Leija from Trautmann Middle School, and two State Grand Champions– Jocelyn Reyes from United South Middle School, and Nathalie Garcia from Lamar Bruni Vergara Middle School were recognized by the TIP program as a result
