Laredo
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Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Salvation Army asks Laredo residents to adopt an angel at Walmart by taking a paper angel tag until Dec. 12—gift donations may be returned at Walmart or dropped off at the Salvation Army office. The agency will distribute the presents on Dec. 18 and Dec. 19 to ensure every child and senior gets a Christmas gift. KGNS News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Laredo shoppers continued to shop in person for Black Friday deals despite a rise in online discounts—early Friday saw long lines form at a center on Loop 20 and Clark Boulevard before the crowd thinned later. This trend shows many still value the in-store tradition during the holiday season. KGNS News
- ➤ Black Friday shoppers lined up outside the Outlet Shoppes of Laredo at 6 a.m. on November 28 to grab discount coupons for holiday and birthday gifts — many carried several bags and visited multiple stores. Some visitors noted that the I-94 permit cost increased from $6 to $30 — a change that did not stop many from hunting for deals. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo’s annual Business Expo begins today at 11:00 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Sames Auto Arena (free admission for all) and continues Sunday with local companies offering special discounts, coupons, and on-site services. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Government officials in Nuevo Laredo launched the Heroes Paisanos program to welcome paisanos during the holiday season + the initiative will check that over 150,000 travelers have proper paperwork as they cross the border, marking its third year. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The United Longhorns received a special sendoff as friends and family lined International Blvd to wish them luck before the team travels to San Antonio to face undefeated Lake Travis at Heroes Stadium at 7 p.m.—the Longhorns will compete in the third round of the Texas High School Football Playoffs. KGNS News
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Sounds of the Season
3-7 p.m. — Fine and Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Experience a festive celebration with seasonal music in a beautiful venue.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Laredo
4:30-9 p.m. — On the Rocks Tavern — 25% off until Nov 22nd — Embrace the holiday spirit with festive drinks and quirky sweaters on this fun pub crawl.
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Double Feature: Lethal Weapon & Back to School
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic night of action and comedy classics under the Texas stars.
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Double Feature: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas & Santa Clause The Movie
7 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic evening under the stars with classic holiday films.
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Scrooged Screening at Sunset Drive-In
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — Price Per Car $25 — Enjoy a modern twist on a Christmas classic under the Texas stars.
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Drive-In Movie Night: The Holiday
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a heartwarming romantic comedy under the stars with family and friends.
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