Good morning, Laredo.

At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Laredo’s mayor and council recognized J.B.

Alexander High School student Alexa Marion Hinojosa for winning the Region 6A 100-yard backstroke and representing her school at the State Competition in Austin for the second year. The city congratulated her on the achievement.

On Thursday, Feb. 19, students marched through downtown Laredo in the IBC Commerce Bank Youth Parade Under the Stars; crowds gathered along San Bernardo to watch floats and entries in the popular WBCA event.

United ISD school board unanimously voted on Feb.

19 to reject its proposed prayer policy, aiming to foster an inclusive educational environment. The decision supports a focus on academics and community values for the district's students.

City officials in Laredo are exploring a secondary water source in response to rising concerns about Rio Grande water levels + they plan to evaluate options soon.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Laredo announced that vehicular traffic at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge will be halted Saturday, Feb.

21 at 5 a.m. for the International Bridge Ceremony + travelers should plan alternate crossings as traffic resumes at 9 a.m.

Doctors Hospital of Laredo offers free 15-minute hands-only CPR training sessions during February in celebration of American Heart Month.

The sessions run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays in the hospital lobby, using popular music and mannequins with lights to guide proper compression technique.

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.

Double Feature: Pitch Perfect & How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic evening under the stars with two classic romantic comedies.

Siggno Concert

5-9 p.m. — LIFE Grounds — Visit official site for ticket prices — Enjoy a live performance of Siggno's heartfelt music including the hit 'Si Me Perdiste'.

Omar Espizosa Concert

8:30 p.m. — Taqueria Coyutla — Ticket details available — Experience the innovative rhythms and melodious voice of Omar Espizosa in an unforgettable Latin music concert.

Family Storytime

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an interactive storytime experience with your child through songs and stories.

Storytime at Fasken Branch Library

11 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Barbara Fasken Branch Library — Free entry — Enjoy a special storytelling time designed for caregivers and children aged 14 and under.

Toddler Art Program

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a delightful interactive time with your child through art and storytelling.

Baby Storytime

11:00 a.m. — Barbara Fasken Branch Library — Free entry — Engage in a delightful session of stories and interactive fun with your little ones.

Storytime for Parents and Children

10:30 a.m. — Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy interactive storytime experiences designed to engage parents and children together.