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Courtesy Larry Sanchez, Today is the last day to register to vote in the March 6, Joint Primary Election. Please be advised the Elections Administrator’s office, located in the Billy Hall Administration Bldg., 1110 Washington St – 1st floor, will be open until 7:00 p.m. today, Monday, February 5 to accommodate individuals who
Courtesy Margie Garza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations officers, together with FBI special agents and U.S. Marshals at Colombia-Solidarity Bridge today took custody of a man from Pharr, Texas wanted on outstanding federal warrants in connection with a hostage-taking kidnapping conspiracy and failure to appear for jury trial that
(Laredo, Texas)-Accompanied by UISD Counselors and David Gonzalez, Associate Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, Council Member Alex Perez Jr. read a proclamation for National School Counseling Week, which is celebrated annually from Feb. 5-9. The week focuses public attention on the unique contributions of professional school counselors within U.S. school systems and how student’s lives are enhanced as a
Courtesy Margie Garza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry detained a male subject traveling in a commercial bus who attempted to make entry into the United States. Utilizing CBP databases, CBP officers discovered that he had an outstanding state warrant for sexual assault-continuous sexual abuse, victim
Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Roberta Rios Caballero, a music teacher at Salinas Elementary school, received a grant in the amount of $800.00 from the Texas Music Educators Association. The funds were used to purchase 18 ukuleles for fifth grade students who began taking ukulele classes last month. The Salinas Eagles elementary choir is also using the instruments
Courtesy Richard Pauza, Laredo, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from the Laredo Port of Entry recently seized a significant amount of alleged cocaine and heroin valued at more than $1.3 million during three enforcement actions over the weekend. “The commitment from our CBP officers in keeping our country safe is evident
Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-On January 27, 2018 the John B. Alexander Bulldog Band traveled to Texas Education Color Guard Association (TECA) competition at Medina Valley High School. With over 45 groups of musicians performing, Alexander’s 4 Auxiliary Ensembles performed and competed in the event, each placing in their category. The Percussion Theater brought home 1st
Courtesy Yvette Treviño, (Laredo, Texas)-The National Cheer Association Competition (NCA) hosts an annual competition where high energy performances coupled with a level of athleticism take center stage. United ISD is proud to announce cheerleaders from John B. Alexander, Lyndon B. Johnson High and United South High have cheered and chanted their way to begin named
Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recently seized a significant amount of alleged marijuana valued more than $1 million at the World Trade Bridge while conducting enforcement operations. “This is definitely a significant seizure and I commend the CBP officers involved,” said Port Director Alberto Flores,
Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Texas)-Webb County Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, along with Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina have announced the awarding of $1,144,925 to the Webb County Community Action Agency (CAA) in grant monies to benefit low-income individuals. During a press conference held in commissioners court, CAA director Javier Ramirez said that the agency will
