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Friday, December 20th, 2024
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Martin High School in Laredo, TX, organized a holiday parade and toy drive, collecting gifts for local elementary and middle school students to enjoy for Christmas. KGNS News
- ➤ Nearly 3,000 vehicles departed from the Sames Auto Arena in Laredo, Texas, for the annual Paisano Operation, leading to heavy traffic and prompting officials to advise alternative routes. KGNS News
- ➤ The 'Hams for Vets' event aims to honor and support in-need veterans with 200 free hams, food, music, and prizes at Jovita Idar Park. KGNS News
- ➤ Nixon High School in Laredo, Texas, rallied to collect over 1,400 cereal boxes for the South Texas Food Bank, inspired by a social media trend and a school-wide effort to support the community during the holiday season. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 25-year-old Laredo man, Fidel Rodriguez, accused of producing child pornography involving a six-year-old, is set for a court hearing. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Laredo resident, originally from Colombia, showcases his homeland's Christmas tradition of nativity scenes, inviting locals for viewing. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Laredo College celebrated the accomplishments of its graduates in a commencement ceremony, highlighting their hard work and the beginning of new chapters in their lives. LaredoBuzz
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Molina Healthcare of Texas organized an event to increase awareness about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), emphasizing its symptoms and the importance of activities and communication in prevention. KGNS News
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