Good morning, Laredo.

Small, friendly dog Ginger, about two years old, is ready for adoption at Laredo Animal Care Services—she is fully vaccinated and will receive a free spay surgery after adoption.

Interested adopters must be 18 or older, present an ID, and sign a simple pet care form.

Habitat for Humanity gave Nahomi Macias and her two sons the keys to their new fully furnished home in Laredo on Wednesday—she spent two years meeting program requirements so the children could have separate bedrooms.

BorderSlam Poetry will mark its 15th anniversary with a quinceañera event tomorrow at Casa Ortiz—one of Laredo's oldest homes at 915 Zaragoza Street—featuring a competitive poetry contest that welcomes poets of all ages.

On August 13, surveillance footage showed a five-year-old student from Arndt Elementary walking unsupervised five and a half blocks from school after dismissal—her mother is demanding an explanation over the lapse in oversight.

United ISD quickly located the student and will change after-school procedures to better safeguard children.

Webb County commissioners approved a 40% increase in employee monthly health insurance premiums at an August 25 meeting—county workers will face an extra $10 per month starting next year while co-pays remain unchanged.

The LPD confirmed a water main break at the 500 block of Jefferson Street—causing police to close both the East and West sides while advising drivers to take alternate routes.

Pillar and UISD announced on August 27th that they will provide mental health services for employees—aimed at boosting well-being—and the program is scheduled to begin soon.

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.

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.

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.

Renacimiento 74 Concert

7-11 p.m. — Casablanca Ballroom — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt melodies of 'Mi Viejo San Juan' by Renacimiento 74.

Trail of Hope 5K Run

7:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Father Charles M. McNaboe Park — Entry fee applies — Lace up for a meaningful 5K run supporting local hope initiatives.