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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Webb County Domestic Violence Coalition announced yesterday at a press conference that its 29th annual conference will focus on workplace burnout—set for October 2 at the TAMIU Student Center Ballroom from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Laredo North Border Patrol agents stopped a human smuggling attempt on August 20 when they intercepted a tractor-trailer at a checkpoint carrying seven undocumented migrants— the driver faces felony smuggling charges and the migrants will be charged with illegal entry. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Laredo firefighters were honored Monday for their search and recovery work during the Kerrville floods that killed over 100 people — their mission lasted from July 20 to Aug. 13 — as detailed in a report by Assistant Fire Chief Silvestre Rodriguez. KGNS News
- ➤ The City of Laredo approved its highest proposed budget on record on August 20 — a decision that will boost funding for city services and planned investments. Officials noted that community input helped shape the record-setting budget. KGNS News
- ➤ On August 20, Laredo firefighters were honored for their swift response during the deadly floods in Kerrville—officials said their prompt actions helped save lives in the crisis. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo officials weighed federal solutions—potentially involving increased federal support—to address a shortage of veterinarians that has impacted local clinics. KGNS News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Marathon is scheduled for November 16 and will add a new Adaptive Athlete Division so that runners with disabilities can join — local attorney Victor Treviño Jr. said. It is also the final year for the current Loop 20 route because of construction as organizers plan a new course with local landmarks and race options — including a full marathon, half marathon and run/walk with registration opening soon. KGNS News
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Elias Medina Live in Laredo
9 p.m. — Silverado's Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Elias Medina's regional Mexican music live in concert.
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Laredo Truck Driving Recruiting Event
2-4 p.m. — Schneider — Free entry — Connect one-on-one with recruiters to explore truck driving opportunities and get your questions answered.
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Ready, Set, Go! Job Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Explore diverse job opportunities from local employers across various industries.
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Comedy Allstars
9-11 p.m. — Laredo Selfie Museum — Free venue parking — Laredo Funny presents a night filled with laughter from South Texas Comedy All-Stars.
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