Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Finley Elementary School held their annual winter program showcasing students from grades third through fifth. Students performed to Musical Play “Christmas at the OK Corral, and “A Rootin’ Tootin’ Holiday Musical For Young Voices,” by Teresa Jennings.  The audience applauded with delight as each age group performed holiday-themed songs, dances, and skits.  The winter

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)- Diana Ramirez, a dyslexia teacher at Finley Elementary, was recently awarded a $2,000 grant from The Senator Judith Zaffirini Teachers’ College Student Loan Debt Grant.  Ms. Ramirez has worked for United ISD since 2001 and became a dyslexia teacher in 2012.  Ms. Ramirez, in her 19th year of teaching, holds a Master’s

Courtesy Alex Meyer, During the month of November 2018, over 50 professionals from our community took time to discuss their educational backgrounds and careers with students at Los Obispos Middle School. The roster of presenters included local and county law enforcement representatives, E.M.S, local attorneys, physicians, college professors,engineers, and Mayor Pete Saenz. The objective of

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-After two weeks of research and three classes to complete Project Lead the Way, United Middle School Science Technology, Engineering and Math (USTEM), 6th grade students presented their foot orthosis designs to three Physician Assistants from Laredo Sports Medicine for evaluation. The challenge was to create a foot orthosis for a child with cerebral palsy within specific parameters. Project

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-The First United Methodist Church of Laredo generously donated backpacks loaded with school supplies to students at Salvador Garcia Middle School on August 31, 2018.  Clementina and Francisco Cuellar, along with Ruth and Greg Moore, represented the First United Methodist Church in an event held at Salvador Garcia Middle School’s gymnasium. 

Courtesy Margie Garza,  LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry this week apprehended a local man with a pending felony warrant regarding charges of aggravated robbery-other dangerous weapon. “Our frontline officers maintain their resolute vigilance on a 24/7 basis and that dedication and attention to

Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Texas)The Webb County Commissioners Court has named Pedro F. Alfaro as Risk Management Administrator. Alfaro will be responsible for overseeing the county’s health insurance administration and will also be in charge of risk issues and safety for the county.  He has worked for 25 years in the insurance industry particularly with

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)_ Five of United High School’s (UHS),finest student athletes signed scholarships during a formal ceremony held in the UHS gymnasium. The group of university and college-bound seniors have achieved excellence in academics and their respective sport, and look forward to the next level of challenges.

Courtesy Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas)- United South High School’s 9th grade students gathered to commemorate the first time capsule and tree planting ceremony.  This event represents the Class of 2021 and will be known as the first class to contribute to its campus and it’s environment.  The time capsule is set to be unearthed in 2031,

Courtesy Alex Meyer, (Laredo, Texas)-Trautmann Middle School (TMS) hosted an appreciation breakfast for law enforcement officers and UISD security guards in the campus’ library. The event was held in advance of Of National Police Week, which is observed nationally during the week of May 14. The TMS Shorthorn Jazz Band kept the proceedings lively with their excellent