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Wednesday, January 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Laredo College's Camilo Prada Child Development Center hosted a Winter Celebration, featuring festive decorations and a visit from Santa Claus for the children and their families. LaredoBuzz
- ➤ The City of Laredo and Mayor Pro Tempore Vanessa Perez hosted the 4th annual Grinchmas at Fasken, a festive event featuring Santa photos, a North Pole Train Ride, and more, marking a successful start to the holiday season. LaredoBuzz
- ➤ The Laredo Fire Department remains on standby to assist with California wildfires, prioritizing local safety and awaiting state coordination. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rio Grande International Study Center is inviting artists and photographers to enter the 13th Annual Birds of the Brush Contest to celebrate South Texas' bird species, with submissions due by January 18, 2025. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laredo College introduces a $100,000 endowment creating scholarships for nursing students in memory of Geraldine Smith-Haley and Elinor K. Smith, aimed at supporting Cotulla High School graduates. LaredoBuzz
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ United ISD is prioritizing student and staff health through enhanced hygiene practices amid a rise in flu and pneumonia cases, ensuring the continuity of education. KGNS News
- ➤ In Laredo, the MAT Program by SCAN aids opioid addiction recovery with medication and counseling services to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. KGNS News
WELLNESS NEWS
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Beyond Graduation: Resource and Readiness Conference
The conference provides students the opportunity to complete essential applications and gain valuable soft skills while offering no-cost services for career readiness.
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PBR - Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
The PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour features thrilling bull riding at Sames Auto Arena in Laredo, Texas.
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Laredo Birding Festival
The Laredo Birding Festival showcases the region's rich avian diversity through guided birdwatching trips and experiences from February 5 to February 8, 2025.
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DEKA STRONG Challenge at Triumfit Training in Laredo, TX
Spartan DEKA STRONG offers a fitness challenge featuring 10 functional training zones with no running, taking place at Triumfit Training.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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