Good morning, Laredo.

The South Texas Food Bank donated four vehicles to partner pantries in surrounding counties — including three Dodge Journeys and one van — to improve fresh food delivery to families in need.

The donation supports pantries in Starr, Zapata, Dimmit and Maverick counties.

The City and District 4 Council Member Ricardo 'Rick' Garza is hosting the free annual Mother’s Day Bingo on Thursday, May 7 at the Margarito Benavides, Jr. Recreation Center — 300 tickets are available for pickup today at 5:00 p.m., and organizers ask that attendees not bring children.

Laredo Police are seeking help to locate the family of Maria R.

Leon Gomez (77) from Zapata after she ran out of gas on April 30; she is healthy and with officers.

Laredo women will celebrate International Female Ride Day with a community ride (details on time and location are expected soon) as they honor local female riders.

Laredo officials launched a mural conservation plan on Apr.

30 to protect and restore public art in key community spaces + local experts will help maintain the murals.

Laredo kindergarten teacher was named Teacher of the Month for April on Apr.

30 by school officials — her recognition honors her dedication to inspiring young students.

Laredo College’s Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Center will reopen on Monday, May 4 at 9:30 a.m. at Ft. McIntosh Campus (West End Washington Street) and feature a new wildlife care center, walk-in aviary, and deer processing station to let visitors explore native flora and fauna.

On 4/30/26, TAMIU’s Office of Public Relations, Marketing, and Information Services won multiple national awards at the 41st Annual Educational Advertising Awards and the Collegiate Advertising Awards, earning gold, bronze and merit for its creative campaigns and designs.

The win highlights the team’s commitment to sharing the university’s story.

The Laredo Tennis Association held a free Tennis 101 class at the TAMIU Tennis Courts last Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. offering local residents a beginner-friendly way to learn the sport.

Heavy Metal Film Screening

9 PM – 11 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience an adventure through time and dimensions in a classic drive-in setting under the Texas stars.

The Karate Kid (1984)

9 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a classic film under the Texas stars as you witness a legendary martial arts journey.

Urban Cowboy Drive-In Movie Night

9 PM - 3 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the classic film 'Urban Cowboy' under the Texas stars with family and friends.

Michael Salgado Live

9 PM-12 AM — Casa Blanca Event Center — Ticket info not provided — Get ready to vibe with Michael Salgado & La Cima bringing the heat and good times all night long!