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The Laredo College Board of Trustees is accepting applications to fill a vacancy left by Mercurio Martinez Jr. Board members will appoint someone to serve out the remainder of position three's term through November 2028. Applications are open until October 8 at the elections office in Memorial Hall on the Fort McIntosh campus.
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Bill and Dee-Dee Hrncir were honored by KGNS+ on Monday, Sept. 28, for their work in Laredo. The couple established a free support group for stroke survivors that has grown significantly since its start. Their story will air Tuesday, Sept. 29, during KGNS+ News The Late Edition.
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A new partnership between Meals on Wheels and Pets Alive Laredo will assist low-income seniors in Webb County. The initiative delivers both home-cooked meals and over 3,000 pounds of pet food to help ease financial strain. Additionally, Pets Alive Laredo will offer veterinary support like vaccinations and spay/neuter services.
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A federal watchdog report questioned taxpayer spending on immigration detention, noting that ICE wasted $20 million maintaining warehouses it later sold. Community members expressed concern over the allocation of funds, preferring investments in local needs like parks and education. South Texas lawmakers also criticized the waste of money along the border.
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Students, faculty, and staff gathered at Laredo College's Fort McIntosh and South campuses to begin celebrations for the college's 80th anniversary. President Dr. Minita Ramirez stated the milestone honors generations of local students and educators. Campus leaders plan to continue transforming lives for another 80 years.
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Traffic near Bob Bullock Loop and Saunders Street returned to normal following a car fire on Saturday, Sept. 26. Laredo police officers and firefighters responded after occupants safely exited the vehicle before flames were extinguished. Police reported no injuries from the incident.
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