Laredo
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Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Mustang rally car show will take place tomorrow at Pla-Mor, featuring contests for Best in Show, Best Specialty and Best Modified Mustangs (with a $15 entry fee benefiting the LTX Vaqueras) while spectator admission remains free. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo College “Out of the Box” art exhibition features works by 10 South Texas artists and is on display at the Martha Fenstermaker Memorial Visual Arts Gallery until March 20 — the gallery is open Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to noon. LaredoBuzz
- ➤ The Laredo Fine Arts and Culture Commission is launching Phase 2 of its public arts program to recruit local artists and volunteers for mural projects, with installations starting in April (applications are due by March 3). KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UISD will launch a cutting-edge online learning platform for secondary students this fall in Laredo. UISD representative Michelle Lopez said the new program aims to expand virtual lessons and improve educational access. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers with the Area Health Education Center gather at the corner of McPherson and Del Mar on the last Friday of each month to promote the 9-8-8 crisis hotline and share suicide prevention resources as drivers honk in support. KGNS News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Iron Giant Screening
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the heartwarming tale of a boy and his giant robot friend under the Texas stars.
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