David Gomez Jr.

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Laredo Rotary teams up to turn bottle caps into cancer treatment funds

1 week ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

In an effort to support treatments for children with cancer, the Laredo Rotary Club Under Seven Flags teamed up with the Mexican organization Basura Cero, a rehabilitation center and Super Carnes Texas to donate a large collection of bottle caps. The Laredo Rotary Club partnered for the first year with local meat market Super Carnes Texas, Laredo Medical Center Cardiac Rehab Manager David Rodriguez and registered nurse Ivonne Acosta, as well as the Mexican organization Basura Cero.
Laredo officials consider shorter workweek to improve city services

1 week ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

District V Councilmember Ruben Gutierrez has requested a feasibility study on implementing a four-day workweek for city of Laredo employees, which city management will review. Gutierrez said the change could benefit 8-to-5 employees across the city, as well as city staff, by reducing the need to rearrange schedules, miss work hours to handle personal tasks such as paying bills or take unnecessary sick days simply to rest.
White House approves Colombia Solidarity Bridge expansion to boost Laredo trade

1 week ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

The Colombia Solidarity Bridge expansion was approved by President Donald Trump as part of a new series of bridge projects aimed at bolstering cross-border trade in the region. U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar announced the news on social media, stating that the approved bridge expansion permit brings the total to five international bridge projects for Laredo — the most ever approved for a single region along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Cuellar becomes first congressman to earn Naval War College master’s degree

1 week ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar is the first member of Congress to graduate from the U.S. Naval War College’s master’s program in defense and strategic studies. After three years of coursework, Cuellar received his diploma from Naval War College President Rear Adm. Darryl Walker. He celebrated the milestone with his wife, Imelda, and his two daughters by his side.
Eduardo Davila Jr. appointed full-time municipal court judge in Laredo

1 week ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

Eduardo Davila Jr. is now a full-time municipal court judge for the city of Laredo after city leaders appointed him Friday afternoon, citing his previous experience as an associate judge. Following deliberations by the City Council and Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino, letters of interest from both candidates — Davila and attorney Raul Gonzalez Jr. — were reviewed for their qualifications.
TxDOT to unveil plans for IH-35, SH 255 upgrades at public meeting

2 weeks ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

The Texas Department of Transportation will lead improvements to IH-35 and SH 255 and assist with traffic flow at the World Trade Bridge and Colombia Solidarity Bridge. Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino said he hopes the federal government will fund the infrastructure projects instead of using the city’s public funds. He encouraged the community to attend a meeting Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Barbara Fasken Recreation Center to hear project details and share their opinions.
Laredo mayor touts border trade, security at 2-day Mexico City summit

2 weeks ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

A plenary meeting of the Binational Bridges and Border Crossings Group took place earlier this week in Mexico City, where Laredo Mayor Victor Trevino joined the delegation for a two-day event. U.S. and Mexican border states met June 10-11 to discuss existing and planned projects. These meetings allow delegates to exchange infrastructure and technical information as well as views on policy.
Laredo Medical Center breaks ground on new Buena Vista emergency room

2 weeks ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

Laredo Medical Center broke ground in southeast Laredo with a ceremony held beside the Buena Vista Sports Complex for a new facility that will be aptly named LMC Buena Vista ER. LMC CEO Jorge Leal said he is proud of the more than $40 million investment made by its parent company, Community Health Systems, for the “future of Laredo” in that area.
Laredo to protest Trump administration, ICE raids at weekend event

2 weeks ago | lmtonline.com | Maria Ruiz |María Ruiz |David Gomez Jr.

Laredo residents will join a global protest against the Trump administration this weekend as Gov. Greg Abbott calls for the National Guard to be on standby at demonstrations and locations of mass deportation to ensure peace.
Webb County celebrates Harmony students qualifying for HOSA international event

2 weeks ago | lmtonline.com | David Gomez Jr.

Webb County recognized three Harmony Science Academy students from the HOSA-Future Health Professionals student organization. The students will need assistance as the conference begins June 18 in Nashville, Tennessee. Martha Castillo and Leticia Perez, the students' sponsors, are also managing a GoFundMe account in hopes of helping them attend the conference. The event will take place in Nashville, Tennessee, where incoming freshmen Abril Victor and Regina Valadez look forward to competing.