Good morning, Laredo.

A closed elementary school is planned to become a community rec center to serve local residents.

Officials report that renovations will begin soon in the repurposed building.

Volunteers from the Cultural District, Keep Laredo Beautiful, and Laredo Thrift cleaned up Zaragoza Plaza Square Monday morning, Sept.

21 (meeting at Casa Ortiz) to prepare the area for upcoming events and evening family outings.

City leaders met Monday, Sept.

21, to discuss turning the closed Matias De Llano Elementary into a community rec center to address the need for indoor gathering spaces. District 6 Council Member Dr. Tyler King said officials considered a county partnership to ease potential costs.

Volunteers gathered at Zaragoza Plaza Square today to revitalize this well-used community space; local residents cooperated to enhance the area for everyone.

Drivers in Webb and Zapata counties are adjusting to rising gas prices + some are switching vehicles and skipping meals as costs average close to $4 for regular gas.

AAA data links the increase to global oil shortages + advises drivers to ease off hard stops and inflate tires properly.

Organizations and families affected by addiction are joining National Recovery Month to host Anthony’s Block Party.

The event will be held at Roots Recovery Center (5:30 to 8 p.m.) Wednesday, Sept. 23 to offer resource info and activities for those impacted by substance use.

Week 4 district play saw Alexander secure a 17-14 double overtime win over United South across South Texas, including an 89-0 shutout in Hebbronville and strong showings from LBJ and United.

Host Kobe Arriaga and head coach Edwin Garcia offered key insights in the Football Fever (Heat Check) episode.