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Project H.O.P.E.S. offers parenting support for families with young children at local community centers, as announced on Jan.

8. The program provides sessions, resource referrals, and expert advice to help parents build skills and strengthen local ties.

KGNS honored local heroes at its second annual event that gathered high school students and community volunteers who give back to Laredo — KGNS plans to continue the honors series into 2026.

SCAN offers Project H.O.P.E.S, a program to help caregivers of children ages zero to five by teaching positive strategies for managing behavior and improving home safety.

Interested participants can call (956) 724-3177 for more information.

TAMIU is accepting online registration for Spring 2026 via Uconnect — late registration opens at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, Jan.

20 and closes at 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26.

The Canseco Community Garden offers free classes on growing fruits and vegetables — led by José Moreno III from the Laredo Center for Urban Agriculture and Sustainability.

Classes run Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon at the garden.

A loving family gave a 10-year-old red-headed beagle, featured as the KGNS+ Pet of the Week, a forever home after he was surrendered to LAPS.

The senior dog now starts a new chapter in a welcoming local neighborhood.

NeighborWorks Laredo offers a homebuying course (for future homeowners) to explain each step of the buying process.

The program is aimed at prospective buyers planning to reach homeownership in 2026.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling display of acrobatics and aquatic feats at the Water Circus.

United South HS Panther Band 5k Run & Walk

8-11 a.m. — North Central Park — $20-$30 registration — Run or walk 5000 meters and enjoy awards, refreshments, and music at this community event.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Children's Place Outlet — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling circus performance featuring water-based acts and entertainment for all ages.

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

7 PM – 1 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the magic of Willy Wonka's factory under the Texas stars with family and friends.

The 2026 Stockman's Ball

7 p.m. — Casablanca Ballroom — $30 per ticket or $240 for a table of 8 — Dance the night away to live country hits by Kix Garcia Band and Texas T while supporting the Border Olympics.

Double Feature: Superman (1978) & Superman II

7-11 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic night under the stars watching iconic Superman films.

Texas A&M International Dustdevils vs. St. Mary's Rattlers

5:30-7:05 p.m. — Laredo Athletic Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as the Dustdevils face off against the Rattlers in women's basketball.