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Hey Laredo, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s edition: Jamboozie’s 25th anniversary, Light Up The Night, and Easter Bunny Fest + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.

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📰 In the news

County implements roadside changes: Webb County is relocating 50 mailboxes along Highway 359 near Veterans Boulevard after safety concerns. A contractor will move them to safer locations that meet state and local traffic rules — read the full story.

Volunteer-led filing support: Local students from Martin, Nixon, and Cigarroa high schools are offering free tax prep for earners up to $59,000 through April 15. Bring W-2, ID, and last year’s return — see eligibility and what to bring.

Local and regional acts shine: Jamboozie will celebrate 25 years in Laredo on March 21 at San Agustin Plaza, featuring David Olivares, Garcia Brothers, Cakes Garcia, and more on two stages, advance tickets at $10 — see ticket prices and lineup.

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.

Highlights this week:

• Shop Living Hope Market’s indoor spring pop-up
• Register January 5th for STEM fun
• Join MOS Library graphic novel club

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Upgrade your lunch break: Scratch Sandwich Company serves house-made goodness: stacked sandwiches with quality ingredients, plus in-house soups and sides that overdeliver on flavor. Fold it into your week for satisfying, no-fuss eats… generous, not fussy, and yes, leftovers are rare.

Lakeside reset, anyone? Rough week? Lake Casa Blanca International State Park serves shady trails, breezy shoreline time, and occasional wildlife cameos. Pack a snack, breathe deeper, and claim a midweek mini-vacation with friends… zero itinerary, just sky, water, and the kind of calm your phone can’t supply.

Figures you’ll actually display: Whether you’re deep into One Piece, Demon Slayer, or Yu‑Gi‑Oh!, Nagareboshi Collectibles keeps the good stuff flowing, with in-stock anime figures, upcoming preorders, and giftable finds that make weeknights more fun. Treat yourself to a tiny serotonin hit… and call it décor.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

✨ 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 – Bring the whole crew for Free Family Fun Nights, with H-E-B picking up the tab from 6 to 9 PM. Zero admission, maximum nostalgia, and the rare chance to tire out the kids before bedtime without swiping your card, or your sanity.

🐰 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.

🏥 Medicare Made Simple @ Luby’s | Friday (3/20) at 5:30 PM – Only in Laredo do you get your Medicare questions answered at Luby’s, with no sales pitch and plain talk. A licensed pro breaks down Parts A, B, C, and D in English and Spanish. Free, relaxed, perfect for folks nearing 65, but RSVP, limited seating.

🏥 Medicare Made Simple @ Luby’s | Saturday (3/21) at 11:00 AM – Free Medicare seminar at Luby’s that turns alphabet soup into something you can digest, with Parts A, B, C, and D explained in plain English, and Spanish. No sales pitch, just straight answers from a pro. RSVP, seats are limited.

🎤 Karaoke Night @ Alamo Drafthouse Cinema | Saturday (3/21) at 7:00 PM – Every third Saturday, Alamo Drafthouse turns into your karaoke living room, only with a better sound system, a full bar, and zero neighbors banging on the wall. It’s free, it’s friendly, and yes, your Beyoncé impression still lands, especially after snacks, drinks, and courage.

✨ Upcoming local fundraisers

🎳 3rd Bowling Tournament Fundraiser @ Jett Bowl North | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM – Roll into a bowling tournament supporting families with babies in the NICU. Everyone’s invited, so build a five-person squad, park the under-12s in the kids space, and chase prizes, bragging rights, and that strike you swear you had back in ’98. Early-bird team rates apply.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Laredo report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 92°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 11%

Mostly cloudy, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 94. South southeast wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. Heat index values as high as 93. South southeast wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 92°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 42%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 88. West northwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Clear, with a low around 61. North northwest wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

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