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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Matthews siblings have earned more than 4,600 hours of community service in Laredo by helping veterans, the homeless and the elderly. They began volunteering in middle school through the Mid Rio Grande Border AHEC. KGNS News
- ➤ Today Laredo Animal Care Services in partnership with Miss Southwest USA is hosting Laredo’s Next Top Pet: Rescue from the Runway at the LACS Building at 5202 Maher Ave from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—rescue animals will walk the runway as local vendors and door prizes add fun to this pet adoption event. KGNS News
- ➤ Casa Karinyo, along with United ISD board member Michelle Molina and Councilmember Ruben Gutierrez, is hosting the Rockin’ the Spectrum Music Festival today from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Bartlett Soccer Complex — the event will raise autism awareness and collect donations to fund a sensory room. KGNS News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A program that helped local business owners launch their operations under the Laredo Economic Development Corporation — which managed the Minority Business Development Agency — closed after losing federal funding due to budget cuts — a move that could affect several local businesses — by the end of April. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Alexander, LBJ, and United South High Schools connected online with award-winning author Rex Ogle during Teen Literature Day to discuss his book Abuela, Don't Forget Me. Ogle explained how writing helped him overcome hardship — his message of hope and hard work inspired the students. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting in the City bond election saw a higher turnout on April 25 when more than 1,000 in-person ballots were cast to bring the total to 3,689. Voting will continue until April 29 and Election Day is set for May 3. KGNS News
- ➤ Rep. Cuellar said the permit for expanding the Columbia Solidarity Bridge (Bridge Three) is in review with a decision expected within 60 days — the project will add two new commercial spans to ease heavy traffic. Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino noted that the expansion will create new job opportunities — additional staff will be hired to manage the increased vehicle flow at the border. KGNS News
- ➤ Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 14 that creates the Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office—known as DOGE—to make state government more efficient and less costly, while Congressman Henry Cuellar warned against cutting essential services. Lawmakers say the new agency will save taxpayer dollars without reducing core help for people in our community. KGNS News
- ➤ Yesterday, Congressman Henry Cuellar and Mayor Victor Treviño held a press conference at City Hall to detail the next step for expanding the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge. They noted the U.S. Department of State sent a letter to the White House to support the project — the final step before presidential approval — which will boost trade, ease traffic and support local jobs. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday morning, April 25, volunteers from the Area Health Education Center held a rally at a busy intersection in Laredo to remind locals about the 988 crisis hotline. Becky Diaz said the service is available 24/7—via calls or texts in English or Spanish—for anyone needing support. KGNS News
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ACME Employment Hiring Event
10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Explore various job opportunities in construction, driving, and administration at this local hiring event.
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Laredo Scavenger Hunt Adventure
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — 1000 Zaragoza St, Laredo, TX — Ticket purchase required — Navigate through Laredo's landmarks in this fun-filled scavenger hunt.
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Mario Bezares in Laredo
8 p.m. — La Hacienda Reception — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with renowned Mexican comedian and television host Mario Bezares.
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Mother's Day Dance - Tejano Legends Tribute
8 p.m. — Casablanca Ballroom — No Refunds — Celebrate Mother's Day dancing to the rhythms of legendary Tejano music.
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Shop Local Initiative & Job Fair
12-3 p.m. — The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Explore job opportunities and connect with local businesses at this community-focused job fair.
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Sabado de Baile Featuring Milla 22, La Calma, and La Autentica Sonora
6-9 p.m. — Las Palmas Food Trucks & Park — No entry fee — Dance the night away with lively performances from local artists.
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The Who's Final Goodbye Concert
3-7 p.m. — Sames Auto Arena — Tickets available — Experience the legendary British rock band perform their greatest hits as they bid farewell to North America.
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Doble De
9 PM – 3 AM — On the Rocks Tavern — Entry not specified — Experience the upbeat sounds of Doble De, a band that was formed to bring fun back to music.
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