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Saturday, February 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ligarde Elementary School celebrates the return of 5th grader Keyarra Verdiguel after her last chemotherapy session, marking her remission from acute lymphoblastic leukemia.  KGNS News
  • The Webb County Heritage Foundation is hosting 'Hearts & Heritage', a Valentine's-themed evening with a movie, local vendors, and activities at Heritage Museum in Laredo, free admission.  KGNS News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Traffic on I-35 in Laredo, Texas, returned to normal after a Friday afternoon accident, with no injuries reported and causes under investigation.  KGNS News

CRIME NEWS

  • Five undocumented immigrants were detained in Laredo, Texas, following a DEA-led drug investigation.  KGNS News
  • Laredo Police are seeking public assistance to locate a suspect linked to multiple downtown burglaries, described as wearing black pants or jeans, white sneakers, and sporting a beard.  KGNS News
  • Two Laredo men admitted to orchestrating a scheme to smuggle undocumented immigrants for financial gain, facing up to 10 years in prison.  KGNS News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • In Laredo, Texas, business owners note slower than expected Super Bowl merchandise sales but are hopeful for a last-minute surge.  KGNS News

SPORTS NEWS

  • The City of Laredo Tennis Complex at TAMIU, newly inaugurated, is hosting its first event, the USTA Rattlesnake Tournament, from February 7 to February 9.  KGNS News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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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.

    Tue, 2/18/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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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.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.

~ Richard Feynman

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