Laredo
Today
Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Laredo Tennis Complex at Texas A&M International University, a collaborative effort among local and national organizations, officially opened to promote recreational and competitive tennis for all ages. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Laredo takes steps to address the erosion and flooding issues at Shiloh bike trails, hiring a firm to propose solutions such as upgrading trails and adding bridges, earmarking $770k for improvements. KGNS News
- ➤ A new Little Free Library established by Eagle Scout Richie Rodriguez at Dr. Martha Villarreal Park in Laredo offers free book exchanges to boost literacy and reading enthusiasm in the community. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police responded to a traffic accident on I-35 northbound, near exit 2, causing delays but no injuries were reported. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry arrested two Texas men with felony warrants for sex-related offenses against children over a 72-hour span. LaredoBuzz
- ➤ Juan Manuel Oviedo, 49, was arrested for a burglary at Casa Blanca Golf Course, with damages estimated at $780. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mercedes Oronoz, a calculus teacher at Alexander High School and two-time Yale Educator Award recipient, was named KGNS+ Teacher of the Month for her dedication to student growth both academically and personally. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The TAMIU Dustdevils baseball team begins their season with a strong local presence and new technology on the field. KGNS News
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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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WBCA Stars & Stripes Airshow Spectacular
This airshow features a range of aerial performances and attractions at Laredo International Airport, with various ticket options available for attendees.
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Micro One Wrestling Event at Tilted Kilt - Laredo, TX
This all-ages wrestling event features guaranteed ringside seating and business sponsorship opportunities at Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery.
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62nd Annual Laredo Fair - Friday Evening
The event features live performances by popular artists Los Tucanes De Tijuana, Milla 22, and Tapy T Quintero at the 62nd Annual Laredo Fair.
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62nd Annual Laredo Fair - Saturday Evening
The 62nd Annual Laredo Fair features music performances by Los Tigres Del Norte, Tropical Panama, and Zamorales at the 1848 Event Center.
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~ Winston Churchill
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