Laredo
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Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Laredo students won the annual Eighth Graders of the Year essay contest at Falcon Bank’s Ballroom—Julieta Aguinaga won first with a MacBook, Ashley Chapa took second with an iPad, and Alessandra Navarro placed third with Meta glasses. Local education officials celebrated the event that capped off the school year. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Repair crews are working on a sinkhole near downtown Laredo since May 20 — officials report that the ongoing work aims to clear hazards and secure the area for public safety. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo ISD held a Memorial Day ceremony at Martin High School after relocating the event from Memorial Middle School due to a gym floor issue. U.S. Army veteran Bill Green delivered the keynote address as students and local veterans gathered in honor of fallen service members. KGNS News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Animal Care Services featured Peony, a lab mix known for her friendly personality, as Pet of the Week in celebration of National Rescue Dog Day yesterday. The shelter held free dog and cat adoptions and is seeking temporary foster homes for animals awaiting rescue transport. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Buzz will return to City Parks and Recreation A-Division Summer League on June 16 after finishing last season by climbing from ninth to a third-place finish with a five+ game win streak. Local fans can expect competitive play in the upcoming season. LaredoBuzz
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Kung Fu Hustle Screening
9-11 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a classic kung fu comedy under the stars in Laredo's iconic drive-in.
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The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie Screening
9-11 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic animated adventure under the Texas stars.
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