Laredo
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Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Birders from around the world come to Laredo for the Birding Festival Feb. 4 to Feb. 7, 2026. Hosted by the Monte Mucho Audubon Society (welcoming visitors locally), the event includes ranch visits, a mixer and a keynote banquet. KGNS News
- ➤ Z-93’s Natanaehl Barrientos ate 34 jalapeños in five minutes to win this year’s WBCA Media Jalapeño Challenge at Sames Auto Arena. Local media participants tried their luck — KGNS Hola host Christian Del Rio finished third. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Canseco House Heights students attended a workshop organized by Laredo Independent School District on Thursday, Jan. 22 that blended math+science activities to boost academic skills. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are moving forward with a $15 million renovation of the Plaza Theatre downtown, converting the vacant building into a multipurpose center. The first phase (a roof replacement) is set to finish in June as construction continues after starting last year. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TAMIU Athletics is hosting a meet and greet this Saturday for Dustdevil baseball and softball players in Laredo (athletes Eddie Saenz and Kennedy Griego shared details about the event). KGNS News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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WBCA Carnival Grand Opening
5 p.m. — The Shoppes at Laredo — $2 admission, discounts available — Celebrate the grand opening with rides for $1 and special promotions throughout the carnival.
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Micro One Wrestling Show
8-10 p.m. — Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery — Ticket prices include service fees — Experience thrilling wrestling featuring a lineup of talented performers.
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Texas A&M International Dustdevils vs. Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Laredo Athletic Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch live action as the Dustdevils face off against the Greyhounds in an exciting men's basketball game.
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Grupo Insignia Concert
8 p.m. – 12 a.m. — Silverado's Night Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo Insignia as they turn up the night with their melodious hits.
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