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Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Rising, a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhoods by improving safety and enhancing public spaces, is being launched under the leadership of Laredo City Manager Joe Neeb and Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino. KGNS News
- ➤ Allie's Bird Project celebrates its 10th anniversary with a Neon Party Bowling Tournament to support families with newborns in NICU, scheduled for March 22 at Jet Bowl North. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Medical Center is conducting its third annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive to collect over 4,000 jars for local hunger relief until March 24. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A missing child from Laredo, Texas was safely returned after being taken across the border to Nuevo Laredo by a friend. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Education Agency acknowledged Laredo ISD's collaboration with Serving Children and Adults in Need for enhancing student mental health strategies. KGNS News
- ➤ Hundreds of United ISD students participated in a STEAM symposium, featuring robotics and interactive exhibits, to inspire interest in STEM careers. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reducing temporary processing facilities due to a decrease in apprehensions, reallocating resources to other priorities. KGNS News
- ➤ A delegation from Laredo is in Washington D.C. to seek federal support for local projects, with a focus on trade, tariffs, and border security. KGNS News
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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Building Futures Together Job Fair
This job fair at the Fernando A Salinas Community Center aims to connect job seekers with employers in Laredo and surrounding areas.
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Mini KISS Live Performance in Laredo, TX
Experience a high-energy concert from the world-famous Mini KISS, known for their electrifying performances and Guinness World Record status, at Average Joes in Laredo.
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2nd Annual LAP's 5K Run & Walk
This event features a fun 5K run and walk with various age categories and awards for top finishers.
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Los Dos de Tamaulipas Concert
8 PM – 12 AM | Casablanca Ballroom | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy a night of vibrant music from Los Dos de Tamaulipas in the heart of Laredo.
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Jorge Medina Concert
7-10:30 p.m. | Sames Auto Arena | Ticket prices vary | Experience a vibrant mix of banda and música mexicana with Jorge Medina as part of the Luis Angel El Flaco tour.
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Laredo Cares Spring Job Fair 2025
1-4 p.m. — Laredo College — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore job opportunities at this spring job fair.
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