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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former TAMIU soccer player Tayeb Ahmadi, born in France, switched from the sports field to the boardroom after earning a Systems Engineering degree and a master's in Data Analytics, and he now leads a tech company in Laredo—he credits his TAMIU coach for paving his way—and mentors those pursuing similar paths. Texas A&M International University
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Daniel Covarrubias from TAMIU joined a strategic dialogue on US-Mexico trade in Brownsville on June 6. He and other experts discussed smart border measures and digital trade strategies that may boost economic growth in local ports like Laredo. Texas A&M International University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TAMIU will offer a four-week art summer course called Painting with Soil that teaches students to make paints using natural pigments from the earth. The course runs in July at its Center for the Fine and Performing Arts from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.—the fee is $150 and spaces are limited. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Texas A&M International University's Small Business Development Center will offer an in-person QuickBooks Online course Tuesday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at TAMIU to help small business owners manage their finances—course enrollment costs $125 and includes training materials, software, computers and internet, with limited seating. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Texas A&M International University will host its Logistechs Living Lab Summer Bootcamp from July 7 to July 11 to train students and industry professionals in analyzing and optimizing cross-border trade flows. The program will offer hands-on training in data cleaning, visualization, and forecasting + a Certificate of Completion for participants. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Texas A&M International University's main Instagram account posted its first viral content on June 12, which blended elements of May's Diploma Party with graduation cap designs and amassed over 3 million views—its impact was boosted by Pubity's republish on June 10 that added 758,686 likes and 3,548 shares before today—further increasing its national reach. This milestone highlights the success of the University’s social media team in expanding its audience. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ Texas A&M International University’s School of Engineering hosted its inaugural Engineering Design Conference this Spring, where nearly 180 attendees watched more than 90 student presenters showcase projects in video game development, AI driven educational platforms and robotics; winning teams received certificates and monetary awards. Faculty praised the event as a milestone—announcing plans to make the conference an annual signature event with increased prizes in the future. Texas A&M International University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Treviño said the city is not involved in federal immigration operations and urged residents to protest peacefully amid expected anti-ICE demonstrations. He added that Governor Greg Abbott deployed state troopers and National Guard soldiers across Texas to support local law enforcement—city officials are in touch with state and federal partners for updates. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ TAMIU’s advanced nurse training program partnered with LMC to expand forensic care for sexual assault survivors by donating a colposcope & a forensic photography kit for local exams. The new equipment, valued at over $8,800 and $1,149 respectively, boosts local training and certification opportunities for nurses who help survivors of all ages. Texas A&M International University
- ➤ TAMIU’s Center to Counter Human Trafficking will host a one-day conference for healthcare professionals on July 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Student Center Ballroom—organizers say the event will provide practical tools and a mixed-reality experience to help identify and address human trafficking. Texas A&M International University
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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June Edition 2.0 Job Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Connect with employers and explore job opportunities in Laredo.
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3rd Annual Firecracker Family Fun 5k Run & Walk
8:00 a.m. — Laredo Country Club — $20 preregistration, $25 day of — Celebrate family and fitness with an exciting 5k run and walk event.
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9-1-1 & LPD Back to School Supply Giveaway
9 AM – 2 PM — Sames Auto Arena — Free entry — Equip students with essential school supplies and enjoy complimentary haircuts and activities.
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21st Annual Sister Cities Festival
11 AM – 8 PM — Sames Auto Arena — Free entry — Explore the vibrant cultures of Latin America and Mexico through 205 booths at this festive celebration.
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21st Annual Sister Cities Festival
11 AM – 7 PM — Sames Auto Arena — Free entry — Celebrate Latin American culture with 205 booths and vibrant festivities at Laredo's Sister Cities Festival.
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