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Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The report titled We the People: The Republic of the Rio Grande was published on September 29 at 2:15 p.m. CDT—updated 47 minutes later—and presents a narrative linking historical themes with our region's culture. Additional details are expected as the story unfolds. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo College will host the 'Brushes Through the Border' art show and fundraiser on October 3 at the Kazen Student Center, featuring local and Nuevo Laredo artists, live music, food, and auctions—doors will open at 6:30 p.m.—with proceeds benefiting LC students. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Neighborworks Laredo held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for the new Steven Gutierrez Education Center—built to expand class capacity and provide workshop space for non-profits while honoring the late vice president who helped guide the community's affordable housing efforts. KGNS News
- ➤ Texas A&M International University is hosting Sheryl Sculley—former San Antonio City Manager—for a free talk with a Q&A session on Monday, October 6 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the TAMIU Student Center. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Texas Veterans Commission will award $4,325,000 in grants to 14 organizations serving veterans in South Texas, including $100,000 for transportation and $200,000 for a Veterans Treatment Court in Webb and $200,000 for financial assistance and $400,000 for Housing for Texas Heroes in Zapata—these funds will support services for about 2,170 veterans in the region. KGNS News
- ➤ Governor Abbott launched the Lone Star Ribbon Schools on Monday by naming 28 Texas schools—including three from Laredo ISD, Daiches Elementary, D D Hachar Elementary, and Macdonell Elementary—for their strong academic progress and work to close achievement gaps. KGNS News
- ➤ The LPD shared new guidance to help residents keep elderly members safe—advising families on spotting wandering behavior and steps to take for prompt assistance. The advisory was issued yesterday to reduce risks for vulnerable seniors. KGNS News
- ➤ Texas voters will soon decide on 17 proposed constitutional amendments that may change state law — the proposals will appear on the upcoming ballot and could influence local policies. The measures form part of an effort to update the constitution before the next election. KGNS News
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Moving Things Forward Transportation Job Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Explore driving opportunities with top trucking companies in a relaxed atmosphere.
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L.I.F.E Fall Fest
9:28-11 p.m. — 1848 Event Center — $43.92 — Enjoy live music, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family at this annual celebration.
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