The brand new edition of Laredo: A Pictorial History by Dr. Jerry Thompson will finally make its long-awaited debut at a reception hosted by the Webb County Heritage Foundation on Wednesday, August 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Villa Antigua Border Heritage Museum, 810 Zaragoza St. The event celebrates the latest publication of this exciting local history which features five new chapters and beautiful photos.

To pre-order your book, call the Heritage Foundation at 956-727-0977. Full payment must be made at time of order. For more information visit www.webbheritage.org.