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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Divine Mercy Catholic Church invites community members to its 80s-themed Jamaica event on October 12 that will feature games, food, music, and a $10 donation raffle for top five prizes. Father Joe Cadena said the fundraiser will help support future church expansion plans and the event runs from 11 a.m.—8 p.m. at Divine Mercy Park. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Police said 17-year-old Xavier Elias Ramos, who was reported missing from the 4600 block of Foster Avenue on July 30, was found safe at a relative’s home in South Laredo—Child Protective Services spotted him there. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Theater Guild is hosting auditions for ‘The Good Doctor’—details on time and venue will be announced soon—inviting local performers to try out for roles. Local actors are encouraged to watch for more information. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Freight traffic remains steady in Laredo as the government shutdown continues, with 8,000 trailers still crossing the World Trade and Colombia Solidarity International Bridges daily—although Customs and Border Patrol staff are working without pay, local Motor Carriers Association officials said delays might occur and urged lawmakers to end the shutdown. This comes as furloughed workers struggle while officials divert staff to keep commercial operations running normally. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo officials reported that the Century City Bridge is deteriorating again after storms caused flooding two weeks ago, and barricades have been set up as Azar Builders begin repairs while residents warn of daily dangers on the street. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ LISD held its Pink Walk yesterday to honor breast cancer survivors — the event drew community members to support awareness and early detection. KGNS News
- ➤ LISD has held its annual Pink Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness Month for over 15 years to honor those fighting the disease—led by survivors like Police Department Secretary Cristina Guerrero, the event reminds everyone to check for unusual changes. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The City of Laredo Parks – Recreation Department announced that the 3rd Annual Laredo Marathon will be held on November 16 with races starting at 7:00 a.m. Registration is open until October 31 for participants aged 16 and older—runners can choose from full, half, or relay events and qualify for Boston Marathon standards. LaredoBuzz
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Value and Talent Job Fair
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free to attend — Discover local employment opportunities and connect with potential employers.
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Food Town Laredo
11 PM - 1 AM — 800 Garden St, Laredo, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Laredo's culinary heritage with engaging discussions and workshops on local food culture.
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Laredo Coffee Fest
11 AM – 4 PM — The Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Celebrate local coffee culture with tastings and unique brews.
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