Good morning, Laredo.

Noodles and Blossom are two five-month-old Chihuahua mix puppies at Laredo Animal Protective Society looking for a new home together.

They are microchipped, spayed or neutered—have received their shots, flea medicine, and heartworm protection—and can be adopted for $140 each at 2500 Gonzales Street during shelter hours from Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Laredo College invites community members to attend the 2nd Annual Flamenco Fest — a showcase of Spanish music and dance — that will be held on campus.

Sames Auto celebrated 115 years in Laredo on July 10, marking its anniversary with an event that showcased its legacy and plans for future innovation + a commitment to growth.

Eduardo Medina, owner of On the Rocks Tavern, said downtown challenges include criminal activity and strict city rules — he has tried to share these concerns with the Historic Committee but met a lack of quorum.

On July 9, Laredo Police Compliance Response Team arrested 50-year-old Jennie Del Carmen Lara at a residence on Hawk Dr.—she is accused of removing six teeth without a client's consent and practicing dentistry without a license for multiple patients.

Nearly two weeks after a home shooting at the 500 block of Las Misiones in East Laredo, Webb County Attorney Marco Montemayor said that a 16-year-old teen, who is in custody, will be charged as an adult after a background check showed he shot another teen in the back—his certification case is set for later this month.

Local women are invited to a financial literacy and budgeting workshop that will cover debt management, budgeting, and credit scores.

The event will be held on July 17 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at MileOne, 1312 Houston St.—Linda Cuellar will lead the session with a networking luncheon to follow.

Operation Border Health has been postponed indefinitely after officials announced staffing cuts on Jul.

10 — they said the reduction in staff makes it difficult to continue planned health services.

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.

Myke's Purpose 5k Run & Health Fair

8 AM – 12 PM — North Central Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community-focused event promoting health and wellness through a fun 5K run and resource fair.

Downpour of Opportunities Job Fair

10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Connect with local employers seeking candidates in various roles.