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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association has named Veterans of Foreign Wars (POST 9194) as parade marshals for the Anheuser-Busch Washington’s Birthday Parade on February 21 at 9 a.m. Mary Help of Christians School-Celebrating 90 years will lead the IBC/Commerce Bank Youth Parade Under the Stars on February 19 at 6 p.m. as both parades follow their usual route through historic downtown Laredo. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three human smugglers were charged in connection with a mass casualty event — a December 2021 tractor-trailer crash that killed over 50 and injured more than 100 — and have since appeared in federal court in Laredo. KGNS News
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A third-grade student from San Isidro Elementary was chosen for the 2025 National Math Stars program that will offer over $100,000 in long-term academic support including math mentorship and STEM enrichment — Aaron Garza is the only student selected from region one. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ United Independent School District has partnered with Smiles from Heaven for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month—committed to supporting children with cancer, promoting research donations, and helping families in need. KGNS News
- ➤ UISD partnered with Smiles from Heaven for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month — the partnership will offer local events and resources to support families dealing with the disease. KGNS News
- ➤ Today, UISD hosts a press conference in the Boardroom at 201 Lindenwood Dr. at 11:30 a.m.—a National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month event that invites community partners and the public to take a stand against a mental health crisis. KGNS News
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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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