Laredo
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Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jabba, a playful one-year-old pug-chihuahua mix featured as Pet of the Week, was showcased by LAPS on Wednesday, Dec. 10 for potential adoption in Laredo. He is current on vaccinations + neutered and gets along with kids and other dogs. KGNS News
- ➤ KGNS+ anchor Mindy Casso was honored by LULAC Council #7 with a Higher Education Award on Dec. 10 in Laredo, recognizing her achievements in journalism and commitment to education. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Laredo is hosting its Virgen de Guadalupe celebration today and will continue the event into Friday with activities that honor local traditions. KGNS News
- ➤ On Wednesday, Knights of Columbus from Laredo and Nuevo Laredo gathered at the Gateway to the Americas Bridge to present the Silver Rose in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe as part of a 65-year pilgrimage that continued into Mexico, with the rose set to be taken to the Basilica of Guadalupe in Monterrey. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Federal policy will cut nursing student loan limits from $200,000 to $100,000 starting July 1, and Laredo Mayor Trevino said city officials will petition the White House to reclassify nursing as a professional degree program to support local healthcare growth. KGNS News
- ➤ Diana Zamarripa, a pre-K-4 teacher at St. Augustine Elementary, is named December Teacher of the Month by KGNS today and receives a $250 gift card+additional prizes for her compassionate teaching. KGNS News
- ➤ KGNS anchor Mindy Casso is honored with the 2026 Noche de Cabaret Higher Education Award by LULAC Council No. 7 for her community-focused education efforts. The award ceremony will take place at the end of January in recognition of her work. KGNS News
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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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The Shining Drive-In Movie Night
7 PM – 1 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the classic horror film under the Texas stars at Laredo's beloved drive-in.
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