Laredo
Today
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lake Casa Blanca International State Park will welcome thousands this Easter weekend (Easter is Sunday, April 5) with a first-come, first-served picnic area while campsites are rented out, $5 admission applies for adults and children under 13 enter free, and officials stress following safety rules due to no lifeguards. KGNS News
- ➤ Smiles from Heaven welcomed Congressman Henry Cuellar at its facility to seek federal support for a larger space to serve families facing childhood cancer. Founder Ray Sanchez said the visit may boost funding as the organization outgrows its current location. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department is hosting a Back the Blue 5K today—offering a 5K, 10K and one-mile walk to honor National Police Week and support local law enforcement. KGNS News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Mind Your Business #14 examines how local border businesses boost economic growth in our community (detailing recent trade trends) (as published March 30), offering key insights for local entrepreneurs. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A TAMIU professor and Laredo College are reviewing how César Chávez is taught as allegations spark debate after Gov. Abbott canceled César Chávez Day today. The review may shift focus to later periods of the farm worker movement (prompting broader class discussions on labor and civil rights). KGNS News
- ➤ United ISD trustees voted on March 30 to postpone closing Matias de Llano and Amparo Gutierrez by forming a 30-day advisory committee to explore cost-saving measures — a final vote remains possible as community members urged keeping the schools open. KGNS News
- ➤ Local colleges responded to allegations regarding César Chávez by issuing official statements that detail plans to review historical accounts (to ensure accurate academic records) and foster respectful discussion in the community. KGNS News
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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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All Dogs Go To Heaven Screening
9:00-10:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic animated classic under the Texas stars with family and friends.
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