Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
Good morning, Laredo.
Fade Factory barbers will provide free haircuts and shaves to children and adults at Bethany House on select Mondays—twice a month—offering a fresh start as part of an eight-month ongoing service.
Retired educator Ardith Epstein was honored for her 51 years of volunteer work at Laredo Medical Center and Mercy Hospital—she worked at the front desk and gift shop and helped fund employee scholarships—for her strong impact on the community.
A van lost control on Highway 14 in Nuevo León and fell into a deep ravine, killing 12 people+ including a family from Nuevo Laredo tied to Laredo while four others remain in critical condition.
A 39-year-old man, Jesus Guadalupe Covarrubias, pleaded guilty to using others to help buy several rifles illegally in 2021—he faces up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine while remaining in custody until his sentencing hearing.
27-year-old Fernando Machado, accused of killing Frida Castillo in a deadly altercation on March 15 in the Cheyenne subdivision, was released from the hospital on March 20 after a SWAT team shot him—he now faces 11 counts of aggravated assault by public servant, four counts of deadly conduct with discharge firearm and one count of animal cruelty for allegedly killing the family dog while two of Castillo's family members are recovering in the hospital.
Laredo Theatre Guild International will debut Sam Shepard's Fool for Love on March 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Shoebox Theater at Laredo College.
The play stars lead actors Ben Hinojosa (as Eddie) and Desiree Perez (as May) and explores the struggles of love and relationships.
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.
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.
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.
That Mexican OT Live in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Silverado's Night Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of That Mexican OT in Laredo's lively night scene.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
11 AM – 2 PM — Main Event Laredo — Details not provided — Enjoy a delightful morning filled with food and festivities alongside the Easter Bunny.
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