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Courtesy Nancy Atkinson, (Laredo, Tx)_Born in 1941, Carlos “Chale” Atkinson grew up in Brownsville, the southernmost tip of Texas, along the Rio Grande River and Mexico and only 30 minutes away from the Gulf of Mexico. A blend of two countries, locals here proudly combine their Texas and Mexican heritages, as can be seen through the
Courtesy Will Krueger, (AUSTIN) – The Senate Higher Education Committee will begin work immediately on a set of interim charges issued by Lt. Governor David Dewhurst, committee Chair Senator Judith Zaffirini announced last week. “I am grateful to Lt. Governor Dewhurst for assigning our committee these critical, timely charges related to higher education in Texas,”
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry this weekend seized alleged cocaine and methamphetamine valued at nearly $1.5 million and apprehended a Mexican citizen who had been previously convicted of voluntary manslaughter in separate, unrelated enforcement actions. The more recent of the two
Courtesy Steve Harmon, A slim majority of Texas A&M International University students have voted their support for a referendum that will make possible the expansion of the Student Center. The final tally after the three-day election was 119 in favor and 98 opposed. Under the new projected fee structure, students would see an increase in
Courtesy Roberto Trevino, The LISD Child Nutrition Department is helping Laredo ISD students get ready for success by promoting the advantages of eating a healthy school breakfast every day. As part of National School Breakfast Week March 5-9, LISD will encourage students to “Go FOR GOLD!” with a healthy, nutritious, school breakfast. Students will learn
Free, family fun festival will feature games, activities, food and fun Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Laredo, TX—The iconic, traditional diamond shape, flying carefree in the wind is evocative of a simpler, carefree childhood. It is also one of the most easy, entertaining and affordable ways for a family to have fun together. The bright colors and
Courtesy Roberto Trevino, (Laredo, Tx)-For the sixth year in a row, the ConocoPhillips Corporation awarded a grant to the Laredo ISD Campus Crime Stoppers Organization as part of the company’s efforts to contribute to the quality of life in the Laredo area. Laredo ISD Campus Crime Stoppers recently received a generous donation from the ConocoPhillips
Courtesy Will Krueger, (AUSTIN) – After months of legal wrangling, a San Antonio federal district court has finalized new boundaries for state legislative districts, including those of Senate District 21. The judges removed Northeast Bexar, Dimmit, Frio and Zavala counties from SD 21 and adds Caldwell County, Southeast Travis County, Eastern Hays County, part of
Annual trip for City leaders who continue to advocate for federal funds Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (Laredo, Tx)_The City of Laredo will travel to our nation’s capitol, advocating for federal funds and policy changes to help with various local issues in the community that have a regional or national impact, such as health, security, environmental or
Courtesy Maribel Valdez, The Dr. Dennis D. Cantu Health Science Magnet School Administration, Faculty, and Staff will be hosting a recruitment night open to all LISD students who will be entering the ninth grade this coming 2012-2013 school year. Parents and students who are interested are encouraged to visit the campus and view demonstrations and
