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Hi Laredo, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: A $290 million groundwater project, the UISD school closure debate, and Easter Bunny Fest + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Laredo protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
Long-term water security push: Laredo’s $290 million groundwater project is entering funding to reduce Rio Grande reliance 40% by 2040 with 20 plus wells, and construction could start late 2026 if financed — see what’s planned and when.
Conflicting trends, tough decisions: An independent report projects over 4,000 homes in UISD, fueling debate as UISD considers closing Cuellar, De Llano, Finley, Kennedy-Zapata and Gutierrez, while enrollment is expected to drop by 2035 — read the full story.
Boost to youth and economy: Laredo’s new Buena Vista Sports Complex has opened in South Laredo, adding fields for baseball, soccer, and softball, bringing regional tournaments, and honoring advocate Juan Jose JJ Gomez Jr — get details on facilities and impact.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Vintage finds, good karma: Dig through ever-changing racks at VSTN Thrift Store to find one-of-a-kind fits without wallet regret. Every purchase supports The Veterans Project for Webb County veterans and surviving spouses. Browse when the mood strikes… the hunt is half the fun and surprisingly therapeutic.
Tapas therapy, anyone?: When the week calls for graze-and-gab, Tabernilla delivers Spanish-style small plates, an eclectic wine list, and house-made sangria that’s dangerously sippable. Tables fill with sharable bites, clinking glasses, and unhurried chatter, as conversation lingers long past the last patatas bravas.
Wing night upgrade: Military Wings nails the crispy-saucy wing sweet spot with easy kick-back vibes… think patio hangs and plenty of game-day screens. When midweek needs a boost, mix a couple flavors and settle in. This Laredo staple makes it dangerously simple to say, okay, one more round.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎈 Family Fun Zone @ Haynes Recreation Center | Monday (3/9) at 10:00 AM – Hit the Family Fun Zone for free fun that tires kids out and saves you a Target run. Swing by our booth for free diapers or feminine hygiene products, just bring ID, a WIC card, or a SNAP letter, and score an easy parenting win.
⛏ Spring Break Minecraft STEM Camp @ Clever Minds STEM Tutoring Center | Monday (3/9) at 1:00 PM – This Spring Break, drop the kids at a Minecraft-themed STEM camp and reclaim the living room from couch parkour. Ages 3 to 12 get science experiments, 3D printing, circuits, robotics, LEGO builds, and crafts, all in pixelated glory. You get quiet, coffee, and sanity back.
🎤 Community Talent Stage @ North Central Park | Wednesday (3/11) at 1:00 PM – Nothing beats hometown talent at the Kite Festival, so bring your solo, your crew, or that cousin who swears he’s stage-ready. Keep it PG, 25-minute sets, waiver required. Want in? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/K5Yd7sbxbEWL7MY97, then let Laredo cheer.
✨ Light Up The Night @ Imaginarium of South Texas | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Free admission for all from 6 to 9 as AEP Texas lights up the night, and for once they are picking up the tab. Expect glow, easygoing crowds, and a reason to linger outside with a coffee, the neighbors, or both.
👪 Free Family Fun Nights @ Imaginarium of South Texas | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to entertain the kids without opening your wallet, this is it. Free admission from 6 PM to 9 PM, thanks to H‑E‑B, so wander, play, and feel smug about outsmarting bedtime. Save your cash for tacos and gas.
🐰 Easter Bunny Fest @ The Outlet Shoppes | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Easter Bunny Fest at The Outlet Shoppes is kid paradise, minus the meltdown. Snag eggs with surprises, score gift baskets for the first 100 kids if you beat the stroller stampede, nab free pics with the Bunny, plus toys, prizes, music, and games. Bring caffeine.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Laredo report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 75°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 75%
Showers and thunderstorms before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm. Cloudy, with a high near 75. North northeast wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 7pm. Cloudy, with a low around 66. North northwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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Tomorrow – High: 89°F – Low: 71°F – Precip: 52%
A chance of rain showers before 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 89. East southeast wind 3 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
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