Laredo
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Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of teens and young adults gathered at PEG Energy Stadium for the Diocesan Youth Conference on Saturday, Mar. 21 under the theme 'Follow Me' as Bishop James A. Tamayo opened the event and inspired unity + hope. KGNS News
- ➤ LAPS is gearing up for an Easter celebration this weekend at both Petco locations featuring Easter Bunny pet photos and a donation drive — volunteers 18 and older are needed to greet guests, assist with photo lines, and even suit up as the Easter Bunny. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds attended the Diocesan Youth Conference in Laredo on Tuesday, Mar. 24 (organized by the diocese) to give local youth a chance to connect with mentors. KGNS News
- ➤ KGNS+ held an event on Mar. 24 to honor Cornelio Flores for his local contributions — the tribute recognized his years of service in strengthening the community. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vidal M. Treviño Fine Arts Magnet High School (VMT) in Laredo is accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year. The school offers programs in visual arts, music, theatre, dance and film that help students develop talents and earn college credits while competing regionally. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ City of Laredo and Council Member Ruben Gutierrez, Jr. will host Laredo Mud Fiesta 2.0 on Saturday, Mar. 28 at Jovita Idar’s El Progreso Park (corner of Bartlett and Gale) at 8:00 a.m. Partnering with Awareness Warriors, the event promotes movement and community connection to fight depression. LaredoBuzz
- ➤ Laredo health officials held a community training session on Mar. 24 to mark World TB Day by teaching locals about tuberculosis prevention and care. The session shared steps for recognizing TB symptoms and accessing treatment (as recommended by health experts). KGNS News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Juan Carlos Picazzo, a Laredo mechanic with 10 years of experience, advised drivers to check tire pressure, use cruise control on highways, and rotate tires for longer fuel mileage during Easter break trips. His tips are intended to help save money and extend every gallon. KGNS News
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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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2001: A Space Odyssey Screening
9:00-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the classic sci-fi film under the Texas stars with family and friends.
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Spaceballs Screening
9-11 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a classic comedy under the Texas stars with 'Spaceballs'.
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