Laredo
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Friday, February 7th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Webb County, in partnership with International Taxi, offers free rides to football fans to prevent impaired driving through its 16th annual Make the Right Call initiative. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jamal Julian Brown was found guilty of unlawful restraint and assault causing harm to a family member in Laredo, Texas, while acquitted of two other assault-related charges. KGNS News
- ➤ Cody Atwood was arrested for a hit-and-run in Rio Bravo that seriously injured 62-year-old Rafael Gutierrez, thanks to community support. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United ISD launched a mental health program to alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression among teachers by providing confidential wellness sessions funded by a safety grant. KGNS News
- ➤ Dr. Kate Houston, a Texas A&M International University psychology professor, was honored with an Honorary Lectureship at the University of Dundee for her forensic facial reconstruction and identification research. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Yolanda Villarreal, serving as a special guest judge at Harmony’s annual science fair, praised students for their innovative projects addressing environmental issues. KGNS News
- ➤ United ISD clarified that a photo showing a bus with over 5,000 pounds of marijuana was of a cloned vehicle not belonging to them, correcting misinformation from an incident in 2009. KGNS News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural Air Council Committee meeting in Laredo focused on addressing air quality issues, with plans for an executive committee and regular binational meetings to engage the community. KGNS News
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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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Mick Cruz Live Acoustic Country Performance
Experience a live acoustic performance by Mick Cruz, a country singer-songwriter known for blending traditional country sounds with rock influences.
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