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Individuals interested in writing an Opinion piece* may email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net. Please include your name, contact number, and subject. *Note: Op-ed pieces are scheduled one to two months ahead. Latino Lubbock Magazine is published monthly, 12 months per year, and distributed usually the first and second day of each month. With 100,000 readers per month. Over 300 distributions points in Lubbock. Out of town delivery includes Plainview, Hale Center, Cotton Center, Abernathy, New Deal, Idalou, Wolforth, Morton, Ralls, Crosbyton, Lamesa, Slaton, Littlefield, Brownfield, Shallowater, O'Donnel, and Levelland. Bilingual (English 60%/ Spanish 40%). This publication is Hispanic, locally owned and operated.

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August 2013

On the Cover

Qu o t e

“Somos una fuerza política creciente en este país y estamos listos para ser la voz de aquellos que se han silenciado por el miedo y la incertidumbre del sistema quebrado que tenemos en el presente”

"Let's Go Fishing"

Design by Zachery Dominguez On this month's cover is a reminder of the 5th annual Vamos a Pescar - Let's Go Fishing event. The event is designed to offer parents and their children a day of fishing at no cost - no license, no charge for food - totally FREE. The event is coordinated by men and women committed to God, Family, and Community. Together almost 25 groups work collectively to bring this event to the community. This year we honor members Tony Maldonado, and Pat Thompson great volunteers, dealing with health issues.

Janet Murgia NCRL President

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“Quien con el lobo se junta a aullar aprende.” “Who with the wolf associates, to howl learns.”

(Meaning, that A person can be judged by the company he or she keeps (i.e., by the people he or she hangs out with).

¡ F e liz c u mp le a ñ o s !

August Josie Martinez 8/1 Olivia Urias Leal 8/1 Elizabeth Rodriguez 8/1 Esperanza Rodriguez 8/1 Brenda Mercado 8/1 Johnny Valdarez 8/2 Angie Martinez 8/2 Angela Martinez 8/2 Julio Delgado 8/2 Sandra Rosendo 8/3 Lydia Lara 8/3 Joab Mata 8/3 Ashlen Albus 8/3 Rene Placencia 8/4 Ruby Placencia 8/4 Lisa Perez 8/4 Ryan Anthony Acebedo 8/4 Dominga Hernandez Arbuckle- 8/4 Sandra Deleon 8/5 Jaime Cortez 8/5 Adela A. Perkins 8/5 Estella Garcia 8/6 Corina Saldana8/7 Zoie Ortiz 8/7 Hector Jimenez 8/7 Olivia Flores 8/7 Reuben Reyes 8/7 Mario Hernandez (KC OLG) 8/8 Jesus Martinez 8/8 Fabian Morales8/8 Oscar Lopez 8/9 Teresa Beltran 8/9 Margie Lazo 8/10 Aurelia Rogers 8/10 Ray Fernandez 8/11 Ruben Garcia 08/11 Juan Martin Salinas III 8/11 Jose V. Beltran 8/11 Jeannie Arredondo 8/11 Victoria Espinoza 8/12 Brieana Puentes 8/12 Joe Gaytan 8/13 Gracie Garcia 8/13 Eduardo “Ed” Quirino 8/13 Briana Monique Soto 8/13 Melissa Ann Puentes 8/14 Alexandra Gabrielle Garcia 8/ 14 Michael Anthony Melgoza 8/14 Roseanna Nunez 8/15 Jake Madrid 8/15 Lora Salinas 8/16 Carmen Rosas 8/16 Lora Salinas 8/16 Samuel Montez 8/16

August Michael Montrez 8/17 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Kevin Albus 8/18 Bobby Pauda Jr. 8/18 Abdon Rangel 8/18 Andrés R Balderrama (KC OLG) 8/18 Mark Perez (KC OLG) 8/18 Irma Acebedo 8/19 Marianne Moreno 8/19 Lucy Marmolejo 8/19 Chris Zavala 8/19 Alexis Constancio 8/21 Fabiola Garcia 8/21 Linda DeLeon 8/22 Alayda Jackson 8/22 Joann Rangel 8/23 Father Rudolf Crasta 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Sabrina Santiago 8/ 23 Briana R. Alonzo8/23 Frances Garcia 8/23 Lydia Garcia 8/23 Ruben Lucero Jr 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Jeremy Valdarez 8/24 Isabel Sauseda 8/25 Mary Singleterry 8/25 Roland G. Hernandez (KC OLG) 8/ 25 Penelupe Armenta 8/25 Mary Armenta Garcia 8/26 Pete Castro Jr. 8/26 Michael Ruelas 8/26 Amie Albus 8/27 Froylan Perez 8/27 Abel Reyna 8/27 Monique G. Garcia 8/28 Sonia Salinas 8/28 Andy Quevedo 8/29 Janie Bocanegra 8/30 Julie Salsman 8/30 Adelida Zavaleta 8/30 Brenda Castilleja 8/30 Jesus Salinas 8/30 Lance Flores 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 Tommie Vidales 8/30 DeAnn K Lucero 8/30 Sean Castro 8/30 Joaquin Santiago 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 Tommie Vidales 8/30 John Martin Gonzales Sr. 8/31 Juan B. Deleon 8/31

CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Emilio Abeyta LP&L Board Member

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FCC Opens Application Window

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Opportunity Page

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Tips by Jaime Garcia

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Health/Salud

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Kid's Activity Page Back to School Let's Get Ready

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Pete's Barrio Memoir

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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Word From the Publisher I

n the summer, my sisters Cindy, JoAnn and I chose to go work alongside my cousins in the cotton fields. They made it sound so great (lies) and would often talk about how much money they made. The first summer, my sisters and I wore shorts and baby oil to get a tan. That afternoon we returned home with oily mud on our legs, and, a rude awakening. We only worked a couple of weeks, enough to have money for our school clothes and school supplies. My father was working full time and going to college, and my mother took care of the home and our siblings. We didn't mind because it gave us something to do... and, because overall we had to pitch in for for a better quality of life. While my friends were at the pool getting tans, or on vacation, I was working in the "limpia" chopping weeds. It might sound like it was hard work, to some degree it was - the long rows of dirt, under the hot sun, but we had a really good time! We would tell jokes from morning to late afternoon. The older cousins would share stories. We would pair up with someone and talk about what we were gonna do with our money, the weekend, movies, school - not always in that order, but the conversation was never ending. Sometimes we would play jokes on each other, like burying someone's "sadon" (hoe) in the ground, or hiding their lunch. And at lunch, we would share and trade food or drinks. My sisters and I loved Kool-Aid, and so did one of my cousins who would drink it all before lunchtime. Occasionally, other kids would come, and summer relationships would blossom, our role was to tell one about the other, and eventually, they would go steady at the limpia! There were always different generations, and the work ethic was taken more seriously by the older folks. The young kids - we were loud, we were creative with the time, and we would stand around a lot. And when someone brought a radio, everyone wanted to work next to that person. We would sing along with many of the songs. We joked around so much it didn't feel like work. And when the employer came by, someone would holler, "Ay viene el viejo!" or " El patron!" We would quickly revert to our best behavior. Often there were fights between somebody that some of us would agitate and stir up. And when we got paid, with no hesitation, my sisters and I would give our parents our pay checks. With no rest from the day, we would go home, bathe, get dolled-up, and meet our friends and cousins - our fellow workers, at the movies. When we were among other friends, no one would talk about the fact that we worked in the limpia because we were a little embarrassed, but looking back I take pride in this experience that helped build character in me, and gave me some great memories. My family was on a journey to a better quality of life, and if it was not for the tenacity of our parents, our faith, and our resilience, we might would not have survived. Like many of the families today, our young family was impacted by the economy and the politics. We were poorly surviving the economy... it was never easy. Please make plans to join us August 10, 2012 for our 5th FREE ﬁshing event. The purpose is to encourage children and families to experience fishing in a relaxing environment with family and friends, and join with Los Hermanos, a collaborative group of men and women, organizations, and volunteers who value God, family, and community. No one will be hindered by payment thanks to our organizations, sponsors, and supporters. And, we urge parents and their children to take time and rea the back to school tips. We will provide more info, and we urge you to join us on Facebook for daily updates. Blessings on the start of a successful school year. Como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for believing in us, and for your support and may God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo siempre! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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5th Vamos a Pescar Join us for the

(Let‛s go Fishing) FREE Fishing Event

Saturday, August 10, 2013 FREE Registration begins at 6 a.m. Fishing begins at 6 a.m. Till 2 p.m. Lunch from 11 am till 1 p.m. At Buddy Holly Lake,

Located on N. University & Cesar E. Chavez Drive

FREE lunch, tickets provided at registration.

To register call 792-1212,

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Brought to you by Los Hermanos & Las Hermanas The Vamos a Pescar Committee, Knights of Columbus #8097 San Jose, Knights of Columbus # 11807 Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of Grace Guadalupanos, Hispanic Peace Officers Association, LULAC #263, Sigma Lambda Beta, West Texas Lowriders Association, Catholic War Veterans #1942, 4th Degree Assembly 1101, Omega Delta Phi, TTU LULAC, Phi Iota Alpha, SHPE, Lambda Theta Phi, Catholic Daughters of America (CDA), Junior CDA, and many dedicated volunteers.

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Opinion/opinión Community Update GET INFORMED ABOUT DOMESTIC MINOR SEX TRAFFICKING A Night of Awareness/ Q&A Session will be held on Tuesday, August 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for the general public and all who want to help keep children safer. It features speakers from the international, national and local area discussing various issues surrounding sex trafficking and the sex industry. Civic Center Theater, 1501. It's free and no RSVP is required. The event is sponsored by Traffick911, Texas DSHS and Human Rescue Coalition. For more information please call 806-783-6481. LET’S GO FISHING, August 10, Saturday, 6 am-2 pm - Family fishing event at Buddy Holly Recreation Area, N. University & Cesar E. Chavez Dr. Register online at www. latinolubbock.net or on site at 6 am. SPIRIT OF ‘45 DAY August 10, Saturday 1– 5 p.m., The Silent Wings Museum celebrates veterans and the end of WWII, recognizes the generation living during that time and provides an opportunity to be reminded of their courage, shared sacrifice, and commitment to service. For the "Spirit of '45 Day" they will have free admission, children's activities, a film showing, an afternoon ceremony, light refreshments and more. For more info call (806)775-3049. HAW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Hispanic Association of Women Membership Drive Tuesday, August 13th, 5:30pm, at 8601 University. LUNA COMMUNITY FISH FRY will be held on Saturday, August 17 at Mackenzie Park from 4 to 8 p.m. The event is hosted by the Lubbock United Neighborhood Association (LUNA), LISD, and the College of Education at Texas Tech University. Tickets are available at the event, or may be purchased in advance at Ralph’s Records & Tapes, King’s Food & Gas, CNJ’s Barber Shop, and by volunteers outside of Amigo’s and certain United Supermarkets. For additional information about the event call the LUNA offices at 749-5862. 14TH ANNUAL JOHN DEERE RAFFLE Planting The Seeds For Change, Saturday August 17, 2013, 7 p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Proceeds Benefit Women’s Protective Services. Get your tickets today by calling (806)748.5292 or visiting your local Hurst Farm Supply. K-9 SPLASHFEST, August 18, Sunday, 1-5 pm, A pool party for you and your dogs! Adults-$2.50, Kids $2, Dogs free! Clapp Pool, 46th Street and Avenue U. 2013 FIRE TRUCK PULL benefitting Special Olympics, Saturday, August 24, 2013, at Mr. Gattis Pizza, located at 5001 50th St. Gather a team of 12 and join in the Lubbock Fire Truck Pull Challenge. Your team will play "tug of war" with a 33,000 lb fire truck on August 24th. The teams with the Fastest Team Pull and Most Money Raised will be named the 2013 Fire Truck Pull Challenge Champions! Registration fee is $200 for a team of 8 (must have one female) or $50 per person. For more info call April Benavidez at (806)749.7000 FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visit www.lanwt.org for more information. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE - Catholic Charities is now providing emergency assistance in Plainview on Mondays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Families can make an appointment by calling (806) 296-7044.

August 2013

LP&L Reasons for Rise in Electric Bill

n May 9, 2013, the Lubbock O City Council voted in favor of adopting the LP&L Electric Util-

ity Board’s recommendation of a 9.7 percent annual average rate increase to cover the costs of wholesale power. The change in rates took effect June 1. This was the first electric rate increase for LP&L customers in over four years. The last increase took place in March of 2009. LP&L buys 100 percent of our wholesale power from Xcel Energy. That wholesale power is what LP&L delivers to you, our customer. This is part of a purchase-power agreement that has been in effect for many years and is set to expire in 2019. The cost of purchasing wholesale power has gone up as a direct result of Xcel Energy adopting four rate increases since 2009. Most electric providers will adjust rates on retail customers once a year as part of their power cost recovery. We have been able to maintain financial stability by working hard to ensure that LP&L is running as efficient as possible without sacrificing the reliability of service to our customers. However, with the implementation of the latest rate increase this year by our wholesale electric provider, fore-

¿Que Piensas?

We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, or email them to latinolubbock@suddenlink.net. Don’t forget to include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock. NOT ENOUGH EVIDENCE When I first heard about this case over a year ago, I was quick to judge before hearing the evidence. I think a lot of people were because of what we were hearing in the media. I was hoping they convicted Zimmerman. After hearing details of the case and especially the evidence, I changed my opinion. The media turned it into a circus. CNN, MSNBC & Fox news...all of them reporting different evidence. One could tell easily what side they were on. It's very sad that a teenager died. Zimmerman will forever have Trayvon's blood on his hands. Evidently, the jury felt there was not enough evidence to convict him. We have our legal system & justice was probably not served for Trayvon but in my opinion, with the evidence available, the jury did the only thing they could do & that is to find him not guilty. Don't ignore the part why Zimmerman was following him in the first place. He was neighborhood watchman. Rini Garcia PRIDE IN LATINO LUBBOCK Love the July issue. Look forward to the covers, the stories, the pictures, and the pride that we gain from what you do. God bless Latino Lubbock! Rosie Murillo

This practice is what led casts showed an unhealthy to a problematic formula deficit growing larger and with the cost of energy a mandated cash reserve steadily rising from our growing smaller. wholesale provider. UnSo what changed with der the new rate structure, the June 1 rate increase? LP&L has a true purchase There are two main compower pass-through that ponents to your bill. First, includes all four compoyou have the base rate. nents. This move has alThis base rate covers all lowed us to substantially expenses of the electric lower our base rate. utility minus wholesale So what does that mean power. Operational costs, long-term capital proj- EMILIO ABEYTA for our residential customers? We are currently ects and all payments to seeing the highest electric the City of Lubbock are housed within the base rate. Sec- prices of the year and since we are ond, you have the purchase power now passing through the entirety of cost which is currently listed on your our purchase power you have seen bill as the “fuel cost adjustment.” As the costs increase more than they mentioned before, that wholesale would have under the old rate strucpower is what LP&L delivers to you, ture. But, when we move to the winter months the fuel cost adjustment our customer. The biggest change in the way the should decrease as purchase power new rates are structured deals with costs lower and you should see the the fuel cost adjustment. Under the benefit of the lower base rate. old rate structure LP&L did not have The rise in the cost of electricity for a true pass-through of our purchase our customers over the past month power; which consists of demand, has been the result of three things. energy, transmission and fuel. In the The increase in purchase power past, LP&L passed through fuel and pass-through is higher than it would a portion of the transmission with the have been. The second is seen evrest being covered by our base rate. ery year with customers’ usage ris-

Carta Abierta

NOT GUILTY Not guilty, that's what I'm talking about! Albert Peralez

JURY WRONG Zimmerman is Guilty, the jury got it wrong!!!! Yvette Valdez-Barajas LP&L DOESN'T CARE It's pretty sad that LP&L doesn't care about the people's concerns in this matter. They didn't allow not one person to speak @ their meeting. They know they have the upper hand because they are the only electric company inside of Lubbock. I use to be with Excel & no one asked me for my opinion when LP&L switch me to their service. What a joke! Anita Villarreal FIXED INCOME FOLKS WILL SUFFER MOST Persons on a fixed income will greatly suffer. What do u pay, utilities, food, rent or medical? Really what can we say, they're gonna do what they wanna do & nothing can be done about it. Never mind those who are on a fixed income (which is really all of us). Some of us are still able to work part time to supplement "their" income, but what of those who CAN'T!!!!! What will be of them? LOVE COVER Wow love that cover!! Sandra Huerta Guzman

NO TO 'STAND YOUR GROUND' I don't believe the "Stand Your Ground" Law is a good Law and it should be repealed...don't pass it in other States. I think this "not guilty" sets us back, we want to believe that racism does not exist...but it does. I think the makeup of the jurors tells it all why all women and three of them were victims of nonviolent crimes and one of them had been arrested it did not say for what...5 white women and one? Hispanic... why did they not include a black woman? Why did they wait until later to mention that Zimmerman's mother was Hispanic, because they were trying to take away the white element...this way “a Hispanic” killed a black. I pray for Trayvon Martin's family and friends and hope that a civil rights case is approved. May this young man who left us too early RIP.

BILL DOUBLED It's absurd. I hate that I don't have a choice on who I can use for electricity. LP&L has terrible customer service. They treat us like crap by they know we have nowhere else to go. They cut me off and charged me restorable fees over .99 cents one time! My bill doubled this month with the explanation being that they went from winter rates to summer rates. When I asked if my bill would drop in the winter, they said NO!! I hate LP&L. Mindy Yarbrough

QUE VERGÜENZA Disappointed with Ysidro Gutierrez, and Frank Gutierrez and even Victor Hernandez. Dudes get along for la raza! ¡Que vergüenza! Times for Hispanics are tough you would all Heather Mowery-Eubanks serve us better if you are united, instead you are fighting like kids! Help us figure out how RATE INCREASES to better inform our community about issues I say no to all of it. If we the citizens have to worthy of our time. You are all just discouragmanage our money and live within our means ing our families. ¡Los gringos se están riendo so should the city and LP&L. de nosotros, por tu culpa! ¡Se salen!

EMILIO ABEYTA has served on the Electric Utility Board of LP&L since November 2010. He currently serves as Vice-Chairman.

WOMEN'S HEALTH WILL SUFFER I'm Catholic and while I am against abortion, I don't agree in the decision made by Texas senate to determine how women's health will continue to suffer and how women will not have access to necessary health checks. These men should not determine women's health. This is regressive. Ladies you must get active and get informed. And to our political leaders stop making our ovaries part of your political agenda! Your mothers, wives, sisters, tias, daughters, and friends will suffer and pay for your politics! G. Rangel

Carmen Maria Salazar

MORE THEN FIGURED It is outrageous! Every single person you ask will tell you that their bill was significantly more than they had figured it would be.

Sasha Smith

ing. The third is the surge in natural gas prices which are up more than 20 percent since their historic low last year. Customers comparing their bills to last July see the increase from the rate adjustment but they also see the rise in energy prices that have affected utilities’ purchase power passthrough all over the state. LP&L is focused on securing reliable and affordable electricity for our customers for many years to come. One important decision must be made soon as to where we acquire our future power source but many decisions must also be made concerning how we run our operations. Input from our customers will be paramount as we work our way through these challenges. We welcome that input as this is, after all, the city’s electric utility. We look forward to working hand-in-hand with citizens, elected leaders and all interested stakeholders to make absolutely sure that the utility we grow into is one that we are all proud of.

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Politics/política

Latinos Support Immigration Reform Regardless of Party

s the fate of comprehensive A immigration reform rests in the hands of the Republican-con-

Lubbock Democrats hold Right to Vote Rally

he Lubbock County Democratic T Party held a Right to Vote Rally on Tuesday, July 23rd at Avenue K

and 9th Street that included various speakers, voter registration and other activities. “The Texas voter ID law represents a hidden poll tax, voter suppression and voter intimidation all rolled into one,” said LCDP Chairman Kenny Ketner. “Our purpose with this rally was to raise awareness of the consequences of this horrible law and to demonstrate how it targets the poor, the elderly, college students, minorities, and women.” In lieu of the state decision, volun-

teers attempted to obtain Election Identification Certificates (EICs) at the nearby Lubbock DPS office, but were turned away for various reasons. Among the speakers were Battleground Texas Special Projects Manager, Nathalie Kalombo; Lubbock Attorney, Charles Dunn; Project Poverty Executive Director, Brandale Randolph; and TX-19 Democratic Congressional candidate, Neal Marchbanks. The remarks of the speakers focused on the harmful effects of the Texas Voter ID Law and the importance of registering voters and turning them out to vote.

trolled House of Representatives, a new straw poll of more than 1,000 attendees at the 2013 NCLR (National Council of La Raza) Annual Conference shows near-unanimous support for the passage of this legislation. Approximately 95 percent of respondents said it is important to them that immigration reform is passed in 2013, a sentiment that was shared regardless of political affiliation. Overall, 91 percent of Democrat, 90 percent of independent and 82 percent of Republican attendees see passage of legislation this year as very important. This survey echoes what we have seen in poll after poll—no matter their party ID, demographics or geography, Americans want their elected officials to fix the country’s broken immigration system and provide a roadmap to citizenship for aspiring Americans. America deserves a vote,” said Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR. “Simply put,

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passing immigration reform this year is in the best interest of our country. This legislation will be a boon to our stillrecovering economy and bring stability to the social fabric of our communities, as well as the American workforce.” he straw poll, conducted in partnership with Lake Research Partners and Revolution Messaging via text message, also showed high levels of engagement with this issue among attendees. More than 60 percent of respondents are following how their members of Congress vote on immigration reform. And the political ramifications for members of Congress who fail to back comprehensive immigration reform are even clearer: 97 percent of attendees confirm that they will be more likely to support politicians who get in line behind this legislation. Latinos are watching what’s happening on Capitol Hill very closely. They will certainly remem-

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ber who is fighting to preserve failed policies that serve no one, and who is working to serve our national interests by delivering an effective solution on immigration,” added Murguía. “We are a strong and growing political force in this country, and we are prepared to be the voice for those who are silenced by the fear and uncertainty of our broken immigration system. The Senate has provided a model for how to move forward on this issue through bipartisanship and compromise—it’s time for the House to follow suit.” atinos throughout the U.S. are calling and visiting their members of Congress and will continue to engage in a constant drumbeat of activity to push immigration reform to the finish line. Nearly half (47 percent) of attendees reported having already contacted their members of Congress to urge them to pass reform, and almost four in ten (37%) say they plan to do so.

LULAC Says Student Success Act Slated to Sacrifice Accountability his week, the U.S. House of Repre- concerned that the bill doesn’t streamline T sentatives is expected to consider the funding for resources to meet the needs for Student Success Act, H.R. 5, which would diverse populations that include migrant stueliminate state accountability and oversight authority measures in the country’s education system. In a recent letter to the House of Representatives, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) expressed opposition to the bill which reauthorizes the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). “The Student Success Act largely forfeits federal accountability and oversight authority to the states, eliminating critical federal accountability provisions necessary to addressing achievement gaps in underserved populations, like Latino students,” said LULAC National President Margaret Moran. “In addition, we are particularly

dents, English Language Learners, neglected and delinquent children, rural students, Native American children, and others.” In the letter to Congress, LULAC specifically supports a substitute amendment which was introduced by Ranking Member George Miller. The substitute amendment contains the strong federal oversight that H.R. 5 lacks, along with key accountability systems that will ensure all students particularly those in underserved communities graduate high school well prepared for both college and career. These provisions will ensure that their progress is being measured and will require that schools focus their resources to close the education gap.

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exas legislators overturned a temporary victory by state Democrats and standard bearer Sen. Wendy Davis, passing a bill late Friday that puts new restrictions on abortion procedures. The bill passed the Republican-controlled Senate just before midnight, two weeks after the Legislature failed to put the restrictions to a successful vote in its first special session. The bill would ban most abortions past 20 weeks of pregnancy, place new requirements on which facilities could perform the procedures and limit a woman’s ability to induce an abortion by taking a pill. Abortion rights advocates, includ-

ing Planned Parenthood of Texas, have said that the new law would effectively shut down all but six of the facilities where abortions are performed in the state. Pro- and anti-abortion activists flooded the Texas Capitol that afternoon, setting the stage for a dramatic ideological showdown. Abortion rights advocates wearing orange were holding gynecological devices and signs, while anti-abortion advocates dressed in blue carried images of fetuses and Bible verses. Twenty-one amendments were offered, debated and rejected. As debate progressed, reporters inside the chamber said protesters could

be heard chanting outside, and some protesters who were in the gallery were removed after outbursts. As the time ticked toward midnight, senators offered passionate arguments on either side. Gov. Rick Perry had made passing House Bill 2 a priority and said he would sign it into law. In a statement after the bill passed, Perry said: This legislation builds on the strong and unwavering commitment we have made to defend life and protect women's health. I am proud of our lawmakers, and citizens who tirelessly defended our smallest and most vulnerable Texans and future Texans." Democrats in the legislature have said that while there was little they could do to keep the bill from passing, they plan to challenge it in federal court.

House Decision Exclude SNAP from Farm Bill Affects More Than Half of Latinos ast month, the House of Rep- “The SNAP program provides key fact, 83% of the funds are directed to L resentatives, in a 216-208 vote, nutritional assistance for millions of households with children, the elderly, passed the Federal low income Ameri- and the disabled. Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, otherwise known as the Farm Bill. However, in an unprecedented act, the partisan bill provided no provisions to include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps leaving millions of families in danger of facing hunger.

cans, a number of which are Hispanic,” said LULAC National President Margaret Moran. “This form of assistance is critical to families in need particularly during these times of economic hardship.” SNAP is described as the “first line of defense against hunger” by Food Nutrition Services at the United States Department of Agriculture. In

President Moran continued, “The future health of millions of Americans, including a significant number of Latino families, is dependent upon receiving SNAP. Congress must take the necessary steps to reinstate the SNAP provision back into any final legislation.”

George P. Bush to visit Lubbock

he Candidate Resource ComT mittee of the Republican Party of Texas will host a luncheon on

Saturday, August 3rd, at Hillcrest Country Club. Guest speakers will be Texas Land Commissioner Candidate George P. Bush and Republican National Committeeman, Dr. Robin Armstrong. George P. Bush is a successful businessman, philanthropist, civic leader and Navy veteran – dedicated to advancing conservative values. He is the son of Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida, grandson of President George H. W. Bush, and nephew of President George W. Bush. Funds raised at this event will go to help Republican candidates in

contested races at the local level across the state. In 2012 State Senate District 28 benefitted from CRC funds to help elect the first Republicans ever in Haskell, Cottle, Borden and Hardeman Counties. For ticket or information call Jane Cansino, CRC Chairman at (806)438-6457 or the Lubbock County Republican Party Headquarters at 797-3197. Reservations due by Thursday, August 1.

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Perry Won't Seek Re-Election o v e r n o r Monday. will "pray and G Rick Perry "I remain excited about the future reflect and work – the longest- and the challenges ahead," he said, to determine my serving governor in Texas history and a former GOP presidential candidate – will not run for reelection in 2014, he announced

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own future path," during a San Antonio event with supporters billed last week as an announcement of "exciting future plans." The Texas governor pledged to continue his work in Texas for the remainder of his term, focusing on his work at the helm of "a strong pro-life, pro-family, profreedom state." Perry’s announcement comes almost 18 months after he ended his bid for the 2012 GOP presidential nomination. Copyright 2013 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

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Diverse Origins: The Nation's 14 Largest Hispanic Origin Groups

he nation's Latino population is T diverse. Represented among the 51.9 million Latinos in the United

States are individuals who trace their heritage to more than 20 Spanishspeaking nations worldwide. But one group----Mexicans----dominates the nation's Latino population. Nearly two-thirds (64.6%) of U.S. Hispanics, or 33.5 million, trace their family origins to Mexico, according to tabulations of the 2011 American Community Survey (ACS) by the COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR: Mayor Glen Robertson held a coffee presented his Pew Research Center. By compariperspective on issues occurring at the city, as well as answered a number of concerned son, Puerto Ricans, the nation's seccitizens. The mayor who committed during his run for mayor to unite the city council has ond largest Hispanic origin group, received some criticism for not being able to deliver, and for the ever growing division. number about 5 million and make up 9.5% of the total Hispanic population in the 50 states and the District of Columbia. Following Mexicans and Puerto Ricans are Salvadorans, Cubans, Dominicans, Guatemalans, Colombians, Spaniards, Hondurans, Ecuadorians, Peruvians, Nicaraguans, Venezuelans and Argentineans. he Lubbock City Council Loomis has Together these 14 groups make up named James Loomis the In- a master's de95% of the U.S. Hispanic population. terim City Manager. The Council gree in public Among them, six Hispanic origin made the announcement during a administration groups have populations greater than special called City Council meet- from Central 1 million. ing. Michigan UniMexican origin Hispanics have alLoomis, the Executive Director of versity and a ways been the largest Hispanic origin Aviation, has worked for the City of bachelor's degroup in the U.S. Among the 155,000 Lubbock since March of 2004. Be- gree from Troy Hispanics living in the U.S. in 1860, fore coming to Lubbock, he served State University 81% were of Mexican origin----a in managerial positions at the East (Alabama). He historic high. Since then the nation's Texas Regional Airport and air- served in the Hispanic population has diversified ports in Illinois, Alabama, Kansas, U.S. Army from as growing numbers of Hispanic imand Houston. 1969 to 1983.

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LULAC Council #263 to Present 13 Scholarships at Reception

More so we feel privilege to host LULAC's top national official, here he League of United Latin Lubbock, Texas," said Garcia. in American Citizens He added that the funds had (LULAC) Council #263, been raised through their anwill host a scholarship nual awards banquet, and golf reception on August 8, tournament. 2013. The mission of the League of District One Director, United Latin American CitiArmando Garcia, proudly zens is to advance the economic announced that they will condition, educational attainment, presentat 13 LULAC Scholarship political influence, health and civil awards totalling $7,500 to area stu- rights of the Hispanic population of dents. the United States. LULAC has been "We take pride in assisting local stu- into existence since 1929. dents striving for a higher education. BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

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istrict 1 City Councilman, VicD tor Hernandez, added two action items to the July 30, 2013 City

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country of origin as Mexico. Likewise, some immigrants born in Mexico may identify another country as their origin depending on the place of birth of their ancestors. The data for this report are derived from the 2011 American Community Survey, which provides detailed geographic, demographic and economic characteristics for each group. Accompanying this report are profiles of the 14 largest Hispanic origin sub-groups including four new profiles for Argentineans, Nicaraguans, Spaniards and Venezuelans. Also accompanying this report is an interactive graphic showing characteristics and top counties for each group, an infographic showing the origins and nativity of Hispanics, and a FactTank blog post exploring differences in population estimates of the Salvadoran and Cuban populations. The report, "Diverse Origins: The Nation's 14 Largest Hispanic Origin Groups," authored by Mark Hugo Lopez, Ana Gonzalez-Barrera and Danielle Cuddington, all of the Pew Hispanic Center, is available at the Pew Hispanic Center's website, www.pewhispanic.org. (En español, p 21)

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migrants from elsewhere settled in the U.S. The nation's Hispanic-origin population differs in many other ways as well. For instance, U.S. Hispanics of Mexican origin have the lowest median age, at 25 years, while Hispanics of Cuban origin have the highest median age, at 40 years. Venezuelans are the most likely to have a college degree (51%) while Guatemalans and Salvadorans are among the least likely (7%). Argentineans have the highest annual median household income ($55,000) while Hondurans have the lowest ($31,000). Close to half (46%) of Hondurans and Guatemalans do not have health insurance while 15% of Puerto Ricans and Spaniards do not have health insurance. Further comparisons and rankings of the nation's largest Hispanic-origin groups are shown in the appendix of this report. Hispanic origin is based on selfdescribed family ancestry or place of birth in response to questions in the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. It is not necessarily the same as place of birth, nor is it indicative of immigrant or citizenship status. For example, a U.S. citizen born in Los Angeles of Mexican immigrant parents or grandparents may (or may not) identify his or her

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proposing that the costs associated with street lights be shifted back to the general fund for a period of at least two months. In order to offset the loss to the general fund associated with these proposals, I am putting before Council a budget amendment which will absorb these costs through the use of additional sales tax revenues collected up to now and through the end of the current fiscal year (amounts over what was originally projected).” LP&L Electric Utility Board Chairman Gail Kring and Vice-Chairman Emilio Abeyta held a press conference July 26. Councilman Victor Hernandez made statements immediately after. Kring touched on customer service

issues and reasons for the rate increase, but his over whelming message was, "We are listening." He said the Electric Utility Board will be considering a number of options at their next meeting, including possible changes to the way the company handles payment arrangements. Kring said the rate increase was necessary because LP&L had gone four years without passing on the full cost of wholesale power from Xcel.

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FCC Announces Diversity of Voices Possible with Low Power FM Offering

he opportunity to add a diverT sity of voices to local radio dials is coming this fall

when the Federal Com mu nications Commission opens its application window for low-power FM licenses. “Local groups across the country will have a unique opportunity in October to apply for a license to provide low - power FM radio broadcast services to their communities,” said Acting Chairwoman Mignon Clyburn in a statement released on June 17. “The low - power FM service holds the potential to add new voices to the nation's airwaves.” The window to apply for a lowpower FM radio station opens on

Oct. 15 and closes at 6 p.m. EDT on Oct. 29. Low -power FM stations are authorized for noncommercial educational broadcasting only (no commercial operation) and are available to noncommercial educational entities and public safety and transportation organizations. Individuals are ineligible to apply, and current broadcast licensees with interests in other media (broadcast or newspapers) also are not eligible to obtain low-power FM stations. Clyburn noted that the last filing window for this vital service was more than 10 years ago, when the low-power FM radio service was created by the Commission in January 2000. More than 800 low-power FM stations have been licensed from the initial 2000-2001 windows. “Now, through the passage of the

Local Community Radio Act and the work of the Commission, local community groups – including those in many large and mid-sized markets – will have a new opportunity to acquire a license to launch and operate low-power local stations.” Those wishing to participate in this LPFM window must electronically complete and file FCC Form 318, Application for Construction Permit for a Low Power FM Broadcast Station. No fee is required when filing FCC Form 318. Applications must be filed through the Media Bureau's Consolidated Database System (CDBS) online filing system. Instructions for using the electronic filing system are available in the CDBS User's Guide, which can be accessed from the electronic filing website at: http:// licensing.fcc.gov/ prod/cdbs/forms/prod/cdbs_ug.htm. For assistance with electronic filing, call the Audio Division Help Desk at (202) 418-2662.

LA FAMILIA: Los Carnales - La Familia bikers participated in last month's See Us Save Us ride they rode in honor of Liandro Garcia who was killed on his motorcycle. Latino Lubbock Magazine reminds drivers to please watch out for bikers as many ride in the summer, and riders to adhere to safety rules.

Emergency Assistance registration online, 2-1-1

n the event of an emergenI cy which requires evacuation, some individuals may need

additional assistance leaving their homes. The State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR), formerly the Transportation Assistance Registry, allows residents to provide information about their specific situation to emergency management officials who can help them when they need to evacuate to safety. Also, facilities who care for the most vulnerable of our residents can register

their facilities with emergency responders, to help when planning for, and responding to disasters. The new form is available at: https://211texas. communityos.org/ cms/system/files/ STEARIndividualRegForm.pdf. You are encouraged to use the email option as it will be more efficient.

The new STEAR PDF form contains tool tips and pull-down menus that will increase the speed and accuracy of taking registrant information in the field LATINO LUBBOCK 4TH ON BROADWAY: Latino Lubbock Magazine thanks using laptops and family, friends, and interns for joining us as we participated in the annual 4th on Broadway tablet computers. parade. We also thank all of the supporters and the event organizers. We had a blast! Anyone can also call 2-1-1 and press Option 4, a trained Information and Referral Specialist can register you by phone.

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is invited to an open Asistencia de emergencia de registro en línea, 2-1-1 Everyone discussion on sharing information about Veteran’s unique needs

n caso de una emergencia que E requiera evacuación, algunas personas pueden necesitar ayuda

adicional salir de sus casas. El Estado de Texas Registro de Asistencia de Emergencia (STEAR), anteriormente el Registro de Asistencia de Transporte, permite a los residentes a que proporcionen información sobre su situación específica a los funcionarios de manejo de emergencias que pueden ayudarles cuando tienen que evacuar a un lugar seguro. Además, las instala-

ciones que atienden a los más vulnerables de nuestros residentes pueden registrar sus instalaciones con los servicios de emergencia, para ayudar en la planificación de, y la respuesta a los desastres. El nuevo formulario se encuentra disponible en: https://211texas.communityos. org/cms/system/files/STEARIndividualRegForm.pdf. Se le recomienda que utilice la opción de correo electrónico, ya que será más eficiente.

El nuevo formulario PDF STEAR contiene información sobre herramientas y menús desplegables que aumentarán la velocidad y la precisión de tomar la información de registro en el campo utilizando ordenadores portátiles y Tablet PC. Cualquier persona puede llamar al 2-1-1 y pulse opción 4, una información entrenado y especialista Referencia puede registrarse por teléfono.

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Littlefield City Council appoints Esparza as police chief n a SpeI cial Called meeting of the

Littlefield City Council, Thomas Esparza was appointed as the Chief of Police for the City of Littlefield by a unanimous vote of the council. At the Monday night meeting, held on July 15, 2013, City Manager Mike Arismendez recommended to the City Council to appoint Thomas Esparza to the position permanently. Chief Esparza has served as the

Interim Chief of Police since midFebruary upon the retirement of the former Chief of Police. Chief Esparza retired from the Lubbock Police Department after 33 years of service. Esparza served in the patrol division, Internal Affairs, and Police Academy. He served 10 years as a Captain over the patrol division, with the last 8 years of service as the Assistant Chief of Police. "Littlefield is fortunate to have someone with the level of experience, in both law enforcement and administration, as Chief Esparza. We are thrilled to have someone of his caliber in our police department." said Arismendez.

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Business/negocío Business/Opportunity Updates PECAN PRODUCTION SEMINAR is being offered by the Lubbock County Extension agents with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 7 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center Auditorium, 1102 E. FM 1294. The seminar is $15, and will provide information regarding best management practices for small acreage pecan producers in Lubbock and surrounding counties. Reservations by Aug. 5 are requested. For more information, call 775-1680. SBA OPPORTUNITIES Looking for financing and need some answers? Then this workshop is for you! The following topics will be discussed: *Information on SBA loans *What a business owner should have before applying for a loan *What the banker is looking for in a loan *Other programs and services available from the SBA. The deadline for registering is noon, August 26. Seating is limited. The event will ake place August 28 - from 6 to 8 pm at the Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289,suite 114, Lubbock, TX. No fee. Call Elaine @ 806-745-1637 to register. LUBBOCK SCORE provides free counseling to individuals in starting a business. SCORE can help with your business plan to include market analysis and financial D & L projections. For more information please call (806) 472-7462, ext. 117, or visit us online a www.lubbockscore.org BOARDS & COMMISSIONS City of Lubbock has the following committee positions open in July: Citizens Traffic Commission, and the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority. Please visit www.ci.lubbock.tx.us/ for more information, or all your council representative.

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As a platform to affect change n a 54 to 46 Division, Perez defended military I vote today, families and victims of hate crimes, the Senate con- prioritized the enforcement of civil

firmed Thomas E. Perez as the next Secretary of Labor. Perez, who previously served as Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division at the U.S. Department of Justice, is currently the only Latino in the president’s second-term cabinet and the firstever Dominican American to serve in a presidential cabinet. “Today’s decision to confirm Tom Perez as the next Secretary of Labor is a critical victory for hardworking families across this nation,” said Janet Murguía, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza). “Perez’s decades of service as an elected and appointed official have shown him to be a staunch supporter of workers’ rights with the keen ability to build consensus among stakeholders. We are confident that Perez has the unique expertise and leadership experience to successfully oversee the work of the Department of Labor, which is especially important for struggling Latinos who face high levels of unemployment.” During his time at the Civil Rights

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rights statutes such as the National Voting Rights Act, Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act and settled three of the largest lending cases in the Fair Housing Act’s history. He previously worked at the Maryland Department of Labor, where he helped struggling families avoid foreclosure and revamped the state’s adult education system. “We should note that the process to confirm a qualified candidate like Perez should not have taken nearly as long as it did and that, despite his stellar track record, Perez was subject to a number of unfair attacks on his reputation and career, which unjustifiably delayed this process. We are pleased that the Senate ultimately saw beyond this baseless criticism and made the right choice for the American people,” added Murguía. “Tom Perez has demonstrated unwavering commitment to protecting our civil rights and building opportunity for all Americans. In fact, millions of Hispanics across this country have been directly impacted by his work,” concluded Murguía. “We thank the Senate for, at long last, confirming Mr. Perez and we encourage President Obama to continue adding strong, diverse candidates to his cabinet.”

U.S. Hispanic Chamber Announce Chicago for 2013 National Convention

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(USHCC), the country’s largest Hispanic business organization, today announced that Chicago will be the host city for the organization’s 34th Annual National Convention. The three-day convention is slated to take place September 15 - 17, 2013, at the historic Hilton Chicago hotel. “I am pleased that the USHCC selected Chicago as the host for their national convention in 2013,” said Mayor Rahm Emanuel. “The USHCC promotes the economic growth

and development of Hispanic entrepreneurs and represents the interests of millions of Hispanic- owned businesses across the United States. As we build a 21st century economy, we must work together in new ways to attract and create business in Chicago and across the country. Chicago’s economic success has continually been strengthened by supporting the expansion of immigrant and Hispanic-owned business and the USHCC Convention will serve as a springboard for collaboration in building the economic opportunities of the future.”

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managers of a similar business and the majority of their former clients will begin doing business with them. A very small percentage of such businesses succeed by word-of-mouth. The majority of potential customers will not switch until you have been in existence a few years. You have to look for new clients. Advertising is the key-word to success in any business. A new business has to advertise heavily the first few months or until their target market becomes familiar with the establishment’s goods or services. What medium do you utilize in doing your advertising? Well, it depends on your business. A road construction

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Wellness/ bienestar

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How to Grill Vegetables BY ANNA-LISA FINGER , MS, RD, LDN FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

rilling is in the air, but G instead of grilling the typical burger, hotdog or

3. Brush with Oil. Apply a thin layer of extra-virgin olive oil (except corn) to the vegetables to encourage browning and prevent sticking onto grill grates. Season with salt and pepper. 4. Turn vegetables periodically. For best results, keep pieces moving to avoid hot spots and grill until tender and streaked with grill marks. 5. Grill meat before vegetables. The fire is hottest in the beginning, by the time the meat is done, the heat has subsided and the vegetables can cook at more moderate temperatures.

chicken, why not grill your vegetables as well? It’s easy to do and adds a delicious smoky flavor. Here are five tips to help you maximize on flavor without sacrificing texture: 1. Keep fire at moderate heat. Vegetables cook better at medium temperatures than blazing fire. 2. Prep your vegetables. Flavor comes from the browning of the vegetables, you want to maximize the surface area. Keep the size big enough Visit www.runningongreen.com for that they don’t fall apart or slip through more nutrition and exercise info. the grill grate.

Prevention, Early Detection of Cancer Key to Improving Survival Rates Among Hispanics f all the cancers, breast cancer for breast cancer immediate need O is the primary killer of Latino regularly, while to address the women in the U.S., while colorectal both men and knowledge and cancer is the second most common among men and women. Yet, survival rates improve dramatically with early detection. "Poor health outcomes, unfortunately, are a common reality in the Hispanic community," said Maite Arce, president of Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF). "Whether it's the lack of having a primary doctor or access to health care in general, through education we can empower Latinos to become advocates for their health." They emphasize that women over 40 years of age should be screened

women over the behaviors within age of 50 should this community is be screened for paramount. HAF colorectal cancer. prides itself on its Not all screenings ability as a conare cost prohibinector that helps tive and in some remove barriers cases even the and link Hispanuninsured can reics to existing receive screenings, sources. but early detecFor more infortion leads to immation regarding proved survival early detection, rates for most everyone. visit www.hispanicaccess.org. With the Hispanic population projected to nearly double by 2050, the

gundo más común entre hombres y mujeres. No obstante, la tasa de sobrevivencia aumenta drásticamente con la detección temprana o precoz. "Desafortunadamente, las condiciones deficientes de salud son una realidad común en la comunidad hispana", afirmó Maite Arce, presidenta de Hispanic Access Foundation (HAF). "Ya sea que esto se debe a la falta de un médico de cabecera o

fasis en que las mujeres mayores de 40 años de edad deben realizarse regularmente exámenes de detección de cáncer de mama, y tanto hombres como mujeres de más de 50 años deben pasar por exámenes de detección de cáncer colorrectal. No todos estos exámenes tienen costos prohibitivos y en algunos casos incluso quienes no tienen seguro médico pueden ser examinados,

Prevención y detección temprana como claves para los índices de sobrevivencia en los hispanos Robles shaves head to honor mejorar e entre todas las formas de de acceso a cuidados de la salud en pero la detección temprana conduce Dcáncer, el cáncer de mama (o general, por medio de la educación a mejores tasas de sobrevivencia en friend who died of cancer cáncer mamario, o cáncer de seno), nosotros podemos impulsar a los la- casi todos los casos. shley Ro- South Plains College student ma- es la principal causa de mortali- tinos para que se conviertan en de- Con una población hispana que A bles, 19, joring in Commercial Music/Sound dad de mujeres latinas en EE.UU., fensores de su salud". según las proyecciones se duplicará of Olton, Texas Technology. siendo el cáncer colorrectal es se- El propósito principal es poner én- para el 2050, la necesidad inmedi-

shaved her head in honor of Brittini Marie Lopez, on the second anniversary of her passing. “She inspired me, and this is the least I could do for her. She meant so much to me,” said the

Brittini was born on October 10, 1991 to Julie and Adam Lopez of Seguin, Texas. She battled with cancer for about six years and on July 25, 2011 she lost that battle. She left behind her parents, along with her sister Savannah Lopez. “She was beautiful, fun, loving, she was the strongest person I knew.”

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ata de abordar los conocimientos y comportamientos de esta comunidad es de importancia primordial. HAF se enorgullece de su capacidad de actuar como nexo que ayuda a eliminar barreras y vincular a los hispanos con los recursos existentes. Para obtener más información sobre la detección temprana, visite www.hispanicaccess.org.

Cancer Prevention Study Needs Volunteers to Save Lives

ecause the current study popuB lation (CPS-II) is aging, aggressive efforts to recruit a new

The local goal to enroll a diverse c a n c e r . o r g / group of participants in Lubbock cps3., or Canand the South Plains, is 1,000. c e r S t u d yT X . study population for the next gener- For more information on the org, or call ation of research is being coordinat- American Cancer Society’s Can- 1.888.604.5888. ed by the American Cancer Society. cer Prevention Study-3, please visit They will be studying CPS-3 members for the next 20 to 30 years. This younger study population will have environmental and lifestyle exposures that may be meaningfully different from previous populations and will help them further advance MICHAEL LEHMAN, M.D. their understanding of the factors DAVID LONG, M.D. that cause or prevent cancer. As they improve their understandBRYAN D. HARRIS, M.D. ing of what causes cancer, CPS-3 will allow ACS to explore new and Diseases of the Skin • Skin Cancer emerging hypotheses related to cancer. Thus, allowing them to conAdult & Pediatric Skin Diseases • Mohs Micrographic Surgery tinue their work to eliminate cancer • Scierotherap, Restylane, Botox, Microdermabrasion, as a major health concern for future Chemica Peels • Fraxel generations. “My family like many of yours, has • Laser Surgery For Removal of Birthmarks, been a victim of this evil disease,” Spider Veins, Wrinkles, Age Spots, Tattoos, Hair Removal said Randy Christian, Chairman of the Board of Lubbock’s American Cancer Society (ACS). www.lehmandermatology.com “I ask you to join me and other Cancer Warriors and offer your support to the ACS Prevention Study 3,” he said. Christian said that the program needs men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 years who have no personal history of cancer, to join Se habla español this historic research study.

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Noticias de salud/ Health News DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP is the 4th Saturday of Every Month. Open group discussion about diabetes and its daily

struggles. For more in formation contact Sarina at 7652611 ext 1007 for location and times.

WEST TEXAS PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP, August 6, 2013, at noon, at the Knipling Education Conference Center (sixth floor of west parking garage, 21st Street and Louisville). For more info call (806) 725.0999. DIABETES SELF- MANAGEMENT Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering a Free Diabetes Self-Management Class Monday, August 12th - October 7th for 8 weeks From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mae Simmons Community Center, 2004 Oak Ave. For more information contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext 1007. NUTRITION CLASS Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering a Free Nutrition Class Monday, August 12th - October 7th for 8 weeks from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mae Simmons Community Center, 2004 Oak Ave. For more information contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext 1007. STEP UP TO FITNESS Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering Free exercise classes every Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at ArnettBenson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd. For more information contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext 1009. WELLNESS CLINICS Every 2nd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at Our Lady of Grace Church Buxkemper Hall, 3107 Erskine. And, every 3rd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at St. Joseph’s Church Parish Hall, 102 N. Ave P . LUBBOCK AREA AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting is the second Tuesday night of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. All amputees, family members, and friends are welcome to attend. For more information for meeting locations and/or questions call 806-281-7646 or 806-748-5870. FREE DOCTORS CLINIC The Family Church at 34th Street and Boston Avenue holds a free doctors clinic at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Three to four doctors volunteer their time each week and can see up to 20 patients. The clinic also includes free vouchers for prescriptions. For information, call 799-4329.

Advice from our Doctors/Consejos de nuestros médicos

Immunize to return to school

National Health Centers Week August 11-17, 2013 ommunity Health Centers pro- people who have insurance but do C vide primary health care to not have access to doctors or basic more than 15 million Americans health services. According to the each year, including more than 5 million Hispanics, according to the Bureau of Primary Health Care. Health centers offer a vital safety net for low-income, uninsured, and migrant populations in more than 4,000 communities across the United States. Still, many Americans do not receive care. There are currently more than 46 million uninsured Americans, as well as 36 million

National Association of Community Health Centers, doubling the number of people served by health centers could reduce these disparities. During the week of August 1117, help get the word out about the crucial role health centers play in the U.S. health care system. Get to know the health center in your community and find out what you can do to help.

Semana nacional de los centros de atencion de salud egún el Bureau of Primary nity Health Centers, si se duplicara SHealth Care, los Centros de el número de personas atendidas salud de la comunidad proporcio- por los centros de salud se podría nan atención de salud primaria a más de 15 millones de personas todos los años, incluyendo a más de 5 millones de hispanos. Los centros de salud proporcionan una red de seguridad vital para la población ambulante de trabajadores de bajos recursos y carente de seguro, en más de 4,000 comunidades a través de todo Estados Unidos. No obstante, muchas personas no reciben atención. En la actualidad, hay más de 46 millones de ciudadanos no asegurados, así como 36 millones de personas que cuentan con seguro, pero que no tienen acceso a médicos, o a servicios básicos de salud. Según la National Association of Commu-

reducir estas disparidades sanitarias. En la semana del 11 al 17 de agosto, ayúdenos a correr la voz sobre el papel crucial que juegan los centros de salud en el sistema de atención de salud en Estados Unidos. El tema de este año “Exaltemos la voz del paciente y la opción de la comunidad se enaltecerá las características que hacen que los centros de salud sean únicos para la comunidad, entre los prestadores de salud de Estados Unidos; los cuales son operados y regidos por los mismos pacientes que éstos atienden. Conozca el centro de salud de su comunidad y entérese de lo que usted puede aportar para ayudar.

s you prepare for the start of A a new school year, it is important to turn your attention to

the required immunizations children must have in order to enroll in school such as MMR [measles, mumps & rubella]. Immunizations are one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and your family from deadly diseases. Immunizing children according to recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics can help protect children from common infections and diseases. Q: Why are immunizations necessary?

A: Immunizations are still a simple and effective way to protect children from serious diseases. Vaccines trigger the immune system to fight disease. Q: What if my child does not get immunized? A: Children risk catching a disease, they can infect others and they may be excluded from attending school. Q: Can children get free vaccines? A: Vaccines for Children is a federal program that provides free vaccines to eligible children including those without health insurance coverage.

Vacune a regresar a la escuela

ientras se prepara para el iniM cio de un nuevo año escolar, es importante que dirija su aten-

graves. Las vacunas activan el sistema inmunológico para combatir la enfermedad. Q: ¿Qué pasa si mi hijo no se vacuna? R: Riesgan de contraer una enfermedad, pueden infectar a otras personas y pueden ser excluidos de asistir a la escuela. Q: ¿Los niños pueden recibir vacunas gratis? R: Vacunas para Niños es un programa federal que ofrece vacunas gratuitas a los niños elegibles, incluyendo los que no tienen cobertura de seguro médico.

ción a las vacunas requeridas para niños al inscribirse en la escuela. Vacunas como el sarampiín, las paperas y la rubéola. Vacunas son la manera más fácil para protegerse y proteger a su familia de enfermedad mortal. Vacunar a los niños de acuerdo a las recomendaciones de la Academia Americana de Pediatría puede ayudar a proteger a los niños de las infecciones y enfermedades comunes. Q: ¿Por qué son las vacunas neceJohnny Vuelvas, M.D., Pediatrisarias? A: Las vacunas siguen siendo una cian is located at Freedom Clinic, manera sencilla y eficaz para pro- 5022 Avenue Q. teger a los niños de enfermedades

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FREE SICK CHILDREN'S CLINIC is a free, all-volunteer clinic that treats sick children up to age 15 at 10th Street and Avenue A. Prescriptions at the on-site pharmacy are free. The days and hours of operation depend upon doctors' schedules. Call 762-1805 to hear the hours for the week. PREVENTION RESOURCE CENTER Ever wonder how you could talk to your child about the dangers of Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs, but just can’t find the words to say? Visit the Prevention Resource Center Library located at Managed Care Center for Addictive and Other Disorders, Inc. 1715 26th Street, Lubbock. For more info call (806)7808300. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Classes are Tuesday evenings unless otherwise noted. All classes begin PROMPTLY at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. Pizza will be served. NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH LIMITED CLASS! Please visit our website at www.lubbockparentconnection.org.

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Education/ Educación

Senate Passes Compromise Student Loan Deal could still fluctuate as high as 10.5 in some cases. A a percent "Students -- all students -- will end fter

JOE CARRILLO SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: The 2013 KOC #8097 & Joe Carrillo scholarship recipients are Maria Hernandez who will be attending St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana this Fall majoring in Civil Engineering. Alexa Gomez will be attending Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas this fall and will be majoring in Biology and Spanish. Each recipient was presented with a $1,500 scholarship on July 21 at the Knights of Columbus Hall. (Photo by Amaris Garcia)

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series of delays, the Senate passed legislation Wednesday to fundamentally restructure government student loans and reverse the sharp hikes in interest rates that went into effect on July 1. The vote was 81-18, with more than a dozen Democrats voting against the White House-backed plan. The compromise proposal, which would link interest rates to market prices, was vehemently opposed by liberal Democrats who maintain that its provisions are unfair. In a statement, President Barack Obama lauded the legislation as "a major victory for our nation’s students." "It meets the key principles I laid out from the start," he said. "It locks in low rates next year, and it doesn’t overcharge students to pay down the deficit. " But some Democrats like Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., argued that the plan – which would reduce current interest rates from 6.8 percent to 3.86 percent – burdens students because those rates

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up paying far higher interest rates on their loans than they do right now," Warren said earlier Wednesday on the Senate floor. "The White House is being disingenuous and is trying to sweep under the rug big increases in interest rates for students and parents in the near future," Sen. Bernie Sanders, D-Vt., said in a statement on Tuesday. Sanders - who offered his own amendment to the proposal but failed to garner enough votes -- labeled the Senate plan "dangerous." The Senate previously considered a 1-year extension of those rates, which would have pushed the broader problem off for another year. But that plan didn't have 60 votes to pass. Instead, a bipartisan group of senators -- including Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W. Va., and Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., among others -- negotiated what they say is a permanent fix. That plan would lower interest rates in back down in the short term. And it would cap interest rates in the long term, a provision that Democrats like Warren demanded. But the caps are at levels much higher than current rates. Undergraduates would pay a maximum of 8.25 percent, while graduate students would pay 9.5 percent. Parents who take out loans for their children could see rates as high as 10.5 percent.

CHCI SCHOLARSHIP CHCI's scholarship opportunities are afforded to Latino students in the United States who have a history of performing public service oriented activities in their communities and who demonstrate a desire to continue their civic engagement in the future. There is no GPA or academic major requirement. Apply at http:// www.chci.org/scholarships/ Deadline is Dec. 30, 2013. JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION’S UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP honors excellence by supporting outstanding community college students with financial need to transfer to and complete their bachelor’s degrees at the nation’s top four-year colleges and universities. Apply at: www.jkcf.org/ scholarships/undergraduate-transfer-scholarships/ Deadline is Dec. 30, 2013. JACKIE ROBINSON FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP provides scholarships of up to $7,500 annually to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. Apply at: www.jackierobinson. org/apply/application.php Deadline is Dec. 30, 2013. HACU NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is accepting online applications for its Scholarship Program. More than $100,000 will be awarded to eligible students. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000 Apply online: www.hacu.net/hacu/ Scholarships.asp

Youth Leadership Forum on Law and Crime Scene Investigation in Washington, D.C., July 24 – 27, at Georgetown University. EHS Criminal Justice Instructor Lucio Trevino said, “To say that I'm proud of these students is an understatement. I'm also excited for them. They’re going to meet law professors, attorneys, judges and students from across the United States. They’re going to broaden their knowledge in a field they are interested in, and do so while visiting our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.” The students, Xavier Rivera, Victoria Chadis and Melina Bustamante, were selected based upon their interest in law, their GPA and SAT scores. They are also the first EHS students ever to attend the leadership forum. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

HSF/ GENERAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000. Apply online at: www.hsf.net/innercontent. aspx?id=460

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Back to School Let's Get Ready!

Making the first day of school easier

emind your child that he/she is R not the only student who is a bit uneasy about the first day of school.

Teachers know that students are anxious and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible. Point out the positive aspects of starting school: It will be fun. They'll see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh their positive memories about previous years, when they may have returned home after the first day with high spirits because they had a

good time. Find another child in the neighborhood with whom your youngster can walk to school or ride with on the bus. If you feel it is appropriate, drive your child (or walk with her) to school and pick them up on the first day.

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Mark Your Calendar

2013-14 LISD School Holidays Aug. 26 First Day of Classes Sept. 2 Labor Day Holiday Sept. 9 GOALS Day (early dismissal) Sept. 16 GOALS Day (early dismissal) Oct. 4 First six weeks ends Oct. 7 Professional Development Day/ Student Holiday / Second six weeks begins Nov. 6 Early Dismissal / Half-day professional development Nov. 8 End of second six weeks

Nov. 11 Third six weeks begins Nov. 27-29 Thanksgiving Holiday Dec. 11 Early Dismissal Dec. 19/20 Early Dismissal / Exam Days Dec. 23-Jan. 6 Holidays Jan. 7 Students return Jan. 9 Mid-term graduation Jan. 20 Student Holiday Feb. 12 Early Dismissal March 17-21 Spring Break

que no es el único estudiante que está un poco inquieto respecto al primer día de clases. Los maestros saben que los estudiantes están ansiosos, y harán un esfuerzo adicional para asegurarse de que todos se sientan tan cómodos como sea posible.

Back to School Events LET’S GO FISHING, August 10, Saturday, 6 am -2 pm - Family fishing event at Buddy Holly Recreation Area, N. University & Cesar E. Chavez Dr. A last hoorah with mom and dad for FREE, before back to school! Pre-register by calling (806)792-1212, or on site beginning at 6 am. BACK TO SCHOOL SUMMER FUN FEST! Saturday August 10th, 9 a.m. - 12 noon, 3301 Clovis Rd. Free Immunizations with parent and shot record. Free Backpacks and School Supplies Sponsored by: Community Health Center of Lubbock, Superior Health Plan, Texas Star Program, Chip. Join us for fun, good food, games and much more! For more information contact Yvonne at 7652611 ext 1009.

BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY for the Olympics Texas Team and friends, Haga notar los aspectos positivos Special August 10, 11 am to 4 pm, at Burns Park.

de empezar a ir a clases: Será divertido. Verá a viejos amigos y conocerá otros nuevos. Recuérdele acerca de los años previos, cuando quizá haya regresado animada a casa después del primer día porque pasó un momento agradable. Busque a otro niño en el vecindario con quien su hijo pueda acompañarse mientras va a la escuela a pie o en el autobús. Si considera que es apropiado, lleve a su hija en automóvil (o acompáñela a pie) a la escuela, y pase por ella el primer día.

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH at the Lubbock Dream Center, 1111 30th, August 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. BACK TO SCHOOL BOCK PARTY at the Phea Branch, 1801 E. 24th, on Aug. 17 from 10-2pm. BACK 2 SCHOOL KICKOFF, August 24, Saturday 9 am-Noon, Free, Get the new school year off to a great start! Join Mae Simmons, The Voices Coalition, Amerigroup, and The Bridge of Lubbock as 1,000 backpacks with school supplies will be given away. Backpacks available to Kids K-12. At Mae Simmons Community Center, 2004 Oak Avenue.

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Developing good homework, study habits

ake sure your child's walk to a M school is a safe route with welltrained adult crossing guards at every

intersection. Be realistic about your child's pedestrian skills. Because small children are impulsive and less cautious around traffic, carefully consider whether or not your child is ready to walk to school without adult supervision. If your child is young or is walking to new school, walk with them the first week to make sure they know the route and can do it safely. reate an environment that is Bright colored clothing will make conducive to doing homework. your child more visible to drivers. In neighborhoods with higher levels Youngsters need a permanent work of traffic, consider starting a “walk- space in their bedroom or another ing school bus,” in which an adult ac- part of the home that offers privacy. companies a group of neighborhood children walking to school.

Al ir a la escuela a pie

segúrese de que el camino de su hijo hacia una escuela sea una ruta segura, con adultos capacitados que trabajen como guardas para el cruce de calles en cada intersección. Sea realista acerca de las habilidades peatonales de su hijo. Dado que los niños de corta edad son impulsivos y menos cuidadosos respecto al tránsito, considere con sumo cuidado si su hijo está o no listo para ir a la escuela a pie sin la supervisión de un adulto. La ropa de color brillante hará que su hijo sea más visible para los conductores.

Set aside ample time for homework. Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time. Supervise computer and internet use. Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child's homework for them. Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive. If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child's teacher first.

Crea buenos hábitos de tarea y estudiar

ree un ambiente propicio para C hacer la tarea. Los jóvenes necesitan un espacio permanente para

trabajar en su recámara u otra parte del hogar que les ofrezca privacidad. Reserve tiempo suficiente para que se haga la tarea. Establezca una regla en el hogar que dicte que la televisión permanezca apagada mientras los niños hacen la tarea. Esté disponible para responder preguntas y ofrecer ayuda, pero nunca haga la tarea de un niño en lugar de él. Para ayudar a aliviar la fatiga de los

ojos, del cuello y del cerebro mientras se estudia, se recomienda que los jóvenes cierren los libros durante 10 minutos cada hora y vayan a hacer alguna otra cosa. Si su hijo está luchando con un tema particular, y usted no lo puedo ayudar, una persona que oriente a su hijo puede ser una buena solución. Hable al respecto con el maestro de su hijo primero.

Before and After School Child Care

uring middle childhood, youngD sters need supervision. A responsible adult should be available to

get them ready and off to school in the morning and watch over them after school until you return home from work. Children approaching adolescence (11- and 12-year-olds) should not come home to an empty house in the afternoon unless they show unusual maturity

for their age. If alternate adult supervision is not available, parents should make special efforts to supervise their children from a distance. Children should have a set time when they are expected to arrive at home and should check in with a neighbor or with a parent by telephone. If you choose a commercial afterschool program, inquire about the training of the staff. There should be a high staff-to-child ratio, and the rooms and the playground should be safe.

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Anniversary/Wedding Announcements

Anniversary Julian & Linda Bustillos, 62nd as of August 4, 1951

Anniversary Jesse y Angelita Martinez, 57th as of August 13, 1956

Anniversary Joe & Dolores Vargas, 49th as of August 7,1964

Anniversary Ruben & Mary Ann Garcia 48th as of August 21, 1965

Anniversary Sonny & Alicia Reyes, 47th as of July 6, 1966

Anniversary Andy & Rosie Garcia, 44th as of August 23,1969

Anniversary Nicacio & Juanita Lopez 45th as of August 16,1968

Anniversary Jesse & Ernestina Sanchez 40th as of July 3,1973

Anniversary Andrew & Maria Rivera, 40th as of August 23, 1973

Anniversary Rene & Elena Nava, 35th as of August 9,1978

Anniversary Joe Jr. & Aurelia Rogers 20 years as of August 14, 1993

Anniversary Daniel & Amy Flores, 15th as of August 16, 1997

Anniversary Chris & Valerie Nava 12th as of July 21, 2001

Anniversary Andrea and Eric Constancio, 9th as of July 31, 2013

Anniversary Juan & Jennifer Posada, 1st as of August 4, 2012

DIOCES 30TH ANNIVERSARY CONGRATULATIONS: Bishop Placido Rodriguez with the priests and a number of deacons celebrate the Diocese of Lubbock 30th Anniversary Mass held June 23, 2013 at Christ the King Cathedral. Father John E. Hurley, CSP served as special homilist. He is the former Executive Director for the US Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for Evangelization and the National Pastoral Life Center.

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Anniversary Frank & Lucy Marmolejo, 27th as of August 16, 1986

¡ Felicidades ! Anniversary photos may be mailed or delivered by the 21st of each month, along with payment. The fee is $25. Please submit photo, name, number of years, and wedding date. Email photo (no cell photos) to latinolubbock@suddenlink.net, with payment to Latino Lubbock, P. O. Box 6473, Lubbock, TX 79493, or bring by 2207 University (Facing West between 23rd & 22nd Place). FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE.

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Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 2221 Ave. W. GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria. JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Jackson school cafeteria. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT – August 6, Trejo & Rawlings will host games, refreshments and entertainment! An evening with friends and neighbors to celebrate against drugs, gang violence and crime. All ages are welcome. The events will take place at the Trejo Center at 6 p.m., and at the Rawlings center at 6 p.m. Participants are urged to bring lawn chairs. This is a FREE event. A/C ASSISTANCE the City of Lubbock has a program that can offer assistance to those who cannot afford an air conditioning unit in their house, or need help repairing it under the CEAP Household Crisis Component. Strict income guidelines must be met in order to qualify. And, some portables can be replaced if they meet three of the criteria for the grant program: elderly, children under the age of 5, and disabled. For more information call the city at 775-2309. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT – October 1, 2013.

Energy Assistance Program Available for Low Income ue to the derly individual. DLP&L rate CEAP services include: energy edincrease, many ucation, needs assessment, budget

residents are in need of utility assistance. The City of Lubbock receives the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), which was created to assist low-income households. The program encourages priority be given to those with the highest home energy needs, meaning low income households with high residential energy use, a high energy burden and/or the presence of a "vulnerable" individual in the household, such as a child age 5 and younger, disabled person, or an el-

counseling (as it pertains to energy needs), utility payment assistance, crisis-related repair of existing heating and cooling units, and crisisrelated purchase of portable heating and cooling units. Elderly households include at least one member age sixty (60) or older and can call Lutheran Social Services Neighborhood House at 741-0459 for more information Disabled households include at least one member living with a disability under age 60 and can call LIFE Run Centers at 795-5433 for more information. For additional information about CEAP, call (806) 775-2296.

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City Reminds Residents of Weed & Rubbish Ordinance

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National Minority Donor Awareness Day

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Día de la concientización sobre los donantes minoritarios

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Abrumador Apoyo Para La Reforma Migratoria Entre Los Latinos

ientras que el destino de la M reforma migratoria ha quedado en manos de un Congreso

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grafía, los estadounidenses quieren que sus oficiales electos arreglen el sistema migratorio y construyan un camino hacia la ciudadanía para quienes deseen hacerse ciudadanos de los EE.UU. Nuestro país merece un voto”, dijo Janet Murguía, Presidenta y Gerente General del NCLR. “Sencillamente, pasar una reforma migratoria este año es para el mejor interés de nuestro país. Esta legislación será una ayuda tremenda a nuestra economía en recuperación y traerá una estabilidad a nuestras comunidades y a la fuerza laboral del país". El sondeo, que se condujo en colaboración con Lake Research Partners and Revolution Messaging a través de mensajes de texto, también demostró altos niveles de activismo entre los participantes. Más del 60 por ciento de los encuestados están vigilando como votan sus miembros del congreso el tema de la reforma migratoria. Las ramificaciones políticas para los miembros del congreso que no votan a favor de la reforma están bien claras: el 97 por ciento de los participantes confirman que estarían más propensos a votar a favor de un candidato que apoye la legislación. “Los latinos están mirando muy de cerca lo que está pasando en el

Capitolio. Ellos no se olvidarán de aquellos que están luchando por preservar políticas antiguas que han fallado y que no sirven a nadie, y aquellos que están trabajando a favor de nuestros intereses nacionales, presentando una solución sobre el tema de la inmigración", añadió Murguía. “Somos una fuerza política creciente en este país y estamos listos para ser la voz de aquellos que se han silenciado por el miedo y la incertidumbre del sistema quebrado que tenemos en el presente. El Senado no ha dado el modelo de cómo seguir hacia delante en este tema a través del bipartidismo y el compromiso—es hora que la Cámara de Representantes haga lo mismo”. A lo largo del país, los hispanos están llamando y visitando a sus Congresistas y seguirán en un activismo constante hasta que la reforma migratoria se haga realidad. Casi la mitad (47 por ciento) de los participantes en la conferencia señalaron que ya habían contactado a su Congresista para instarle a que apruebe la reforma migratoria, y casi cuatro de cada diez (37 por ciento) indicaron que lo harían en un futuro cercano.

S.T.E.A.M. GROUP FORMED: Dr. Lyda G. Garcia an Academic Assistant Professor who teaches and conducts research in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Texas Tech University along with assist the College of Agriculture proudly announced that a new group has been formed. Dr. Garcia has been committed to recruiting first generation students and minorities in pursuit of higher education. She currently mentors a group of 18 students in Animal Science along with three first generation protégées through MentorTECH at Texas Tech University who also serves as an undergraduate advisor. Additionally, she is the main advisor for the Minorities in S.T.E.A.M. (Science Technology Engineering Agriculture and Mathematics). From Latino Lubbock Magazine, we look forward working with these students and Dr. Garcia!

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Pope Francis urges youth to fight apathy and be protagonists of change

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LOWRIDERS RAISING HIGH: The Solitos Car Club held their 3nd Annual Car couraged Brazil's young peoShow- July 27. The show included cars from the area, and awarded prizes in various levels including Best of Show, as well as presented checks to Los Hermanso for the 5th ple, who have protested against Annual Vamos a Pesar fishing event, and the Boys & Girls Club, demonstrating that they corruption in their country, to continue their efforts to change society are as committed to the community as they are to their cars.

by fighting apathy and offering "a Christian response." The 76-year-old pope spoke to a crowd estimated by the Vatican to be more than 2 million people gathered on Rio's famed Copacabana be performing at the Buddy Holly beach for an evening rally where Center's Summer Showcase Con- he also urged young people to shun fleeting fads and be "athletes of cert Series. The Buddy Holly Center will be open from 6 to 9 p.m. for patrons to view its exhibits. There will be FREE admission and refreshments. Mosqueda's exhiit will continue thru August 18. rowing up one of the things that I looked forward to during the summer was our familias vacation. Dad would take us to San Antonio to tablished in 1998, visit our grandparents and the rest of they play music that the relatives that we got to see once tells a story of heartor twice a year. I remember that Dad break and betrayal, would get home from work and he celebrates the simwould go and take a nap, because he ple things in life and to drive at night. The reason illustrates endless and passionate liked that he did this was so that all the kids love (www.mariachiamistad.com). would fall asleep and not bother him Mariachi Amistad has performed while driving. As the sun was rising at events all over Lubbock includ- we would be driving into San Antoing The Buddy Holly Music Festi- nio, then the phone calls start, val, Magic 93.7’s Cinco de Mayo my grandmother calling would all the relaCelebration, Fourth on Broadway tives and telling them we had arrived, and the Concert on the Brazos se- and then all the relatives would come ries at the Science Spectrum. over and visit. From the day we arrived there would be food cooked

Mosqueda Music History Exhibit continues thru Aug. 18

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scene through his portraits of musicians that will be displayed in the Foyer Gallery. This is the third installment of Mosqueda's photographs featuring images of musicians, many of whom have or will

Mariachi Amistad in concert Aug. 8 G he Buddy Holly Center presT ents Mariachi Amistad as part of the 2013 Summer Showcase Concert Series, the weekly Thursday night concert held in the Meadows Courtyard. On August 8, 2013, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Mariachi Amistad will entertain the audience with Traditional Mariachi. The concert is FREE and open to the public and there will be a cash bar. Please, no outside beverages allowed. Mariachi Amistad is composed of local musicians who share a love for traditional mariachi music. Es-

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Christ." Francis, nearly concluding his first overseas trip, received yet another rapturous welcome when he arrived at the crescent-shaped beach. He stopped his popemobile several times to kiss babies and an Argentine flag that was waved at the car. Brazil, Latin America's largest nation, was rocked by massive protests against corruption, the misuse of public money and the high cost of living. Most of the protesters were young. Francis told the gathering he knew that young people had taken to the streets in Brazil and elsewhere "to express their desire for a society that is more just and fraternal." Speaking from a giant white stage, he encouraged them to fight apathy and be "protagonists of change" and offer "a Christian response to the social and political concerns arising in many parts of the world."

In his prepared text, he had added that they should do it in an "an orderly, peaceful and responsible way" but he improvised and did not read that part of his address. The Vatican says that when the pope departs from his prepared text and omits phrases, his thoughts are considered valid nonetheless. Francis has dedicated much attention in his speeches to the problems, the prospects and the power of young people. He urged them to change a world where food is discarded while millions go hungry, where racism and violence still affront human dignity, and where politics is more associated with corruption than service. He urged them to not lose trust and to not allow their hopes to be extinguished. Many young people in Brazil saw this as his support for peaceful demonstrations to bring about change.

Pete's Barrio Memoir: V a c a c i o n e s c o n f a m i louti ato his fishing spot, indoors and outdoors. Then my tio would arrive and start talking about fishing. I looked forward to seeing my tio Arturo, cause as soon as he found out we were in San Antonio, he would start getting his boat ready for a trip to Aransas Pass so that we could go fishing. He would arrive at my grandparents’ home at about 4 or 5 in the morning, so that we could make the two hour trip. The adults would ride in the front while us youngsters would ride in the back. It was fun to ride back there with my cousins. I really enjoyed getting on the boat and then going

En Aquellos Dias….

Este es el mes mas triste del año para mi. Este es el mes que mi papá ubiera cumplido 91 años, el y mi mamá ubieran cumplido 68 años de casados, y tambíen es el mes que se cumplen doce años que se fue a la gloria. Me estaba poniendo triste, y luego pense de todas las cosas buenas y las memorias buenas y curiosas que nos dejo. Un año, papá se lastimo la centura y siempre tenia dolor. En aquellos dias, habia un remedio para todo. Naturalmente, un compadre le dijo que se pusiera un emplasto de plasta de burro. Habia un señor que tenia dos burros, solo que hay vamos a la pasta para recoger plastas de burro. Yo, como todo quería saber, me pegue con ellos. Pues la pasta estaba cercada y los adultos tenian que brincarla porque no cabian por medio de los barrotes … pero yo

si cabia. Me dieron un morralito y me metí a recoger las plastas. De repente se vino uno de los burros corrienda de mi dirección. Me dío miedo y empeze corriendo yo tambien, pero en lugar de correr para la cerca, corrí a otro lado. De buenas que estaba mediana y podia correr rapido y los burros corren despacio. Me regrese y llegue a la cerca y me aydaron a salirme. Todos estaban rize y rize, porque nunca deje el morral. Despues dijeron que el morral iba bolando, pero nunca lo solte. Despues mi mamá me quería “curar de susto”, pero no la deje. Todavia miro a mi papá riendose cuando lla de adulta me recordaba de los burros. Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

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we would fish all day then come back and he would then cook the fish that we caught. I made a trip this May to that area and it really brought back memories of my Dad my tio. Thanks to my son for taking me and letting me relive these memories. Editor's Note: Pete Piña grew up in barrio Guadalupe and enjoys sharing his memories and the stories of barrio Guadalupe.

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currently has limited booth space available for talented artists and craftspeople to participate in the 43rd Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Festival, a one-day event to be held Saturday, September 14, 2013 from

9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Fall Festival is a familyoriented event that includes more than 85 vendors selling handmade craft items and fine art. This will be the second year for Antiques Alley, featuring collectables, vintage clothing and more. The event features live entertainment, art

demonstrations, concession booths and Art Alley, a special place for kids to participate in arts & crafts, face painting, and fun galore! This event has traditionally attracted 8,000 - 10,000 visitors annually. For more information please call (806) 767-3724, or visit our web site at www.lubbockgac.org.

In Kind Services Training Workshops

he City of Lubbock Special Events Office will be hosting in kind services training on Tuesday, August 13, 2013. The training is open to 501 (c) 3 organizations wishing to apply for City of Lubbock in kind services for special events that occur from October 1, 2013 - September 30, 2014. The special event must be held within

the city limits of Lubbock, take place on City property and be open to the public. The training workshops will take place in Committee Room 103 of City Hall, 1625 13th Street, Lubbock, TX 79401 on Tuesday, August 13th. The first meeting will take place at Noon and the second meeting will take place at 4 p.m. Applicants must at-

tend one meeting to be eligible for in kind services, or schedule an appointment with the Managing Director of Cultural Facilities and Special Events. Applications for in kind services will be distributed during the meetings. The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on September 13, 2013. For more info call (806)775-3086

VAMOS A PESCAR/LET'S GO FISHING: Representatives from 16 organizations working together under Los Hermanos are preparing for the 5th Vamos a Pescar (Let's Go Fishing) event. The event does not require a fishing license that day, and includes FREE fishing, lunch, prizes, games, and fun! Join us August 10th, registration at 6 am, fishing from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. More details on p. 4. To pre-register call (806)792-1212, or email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net

Fiestas del Llano set for Sept. 13 thru 15th

iestas del Llano,Inc. will hold F the annual outdoor concert to celebrate Mexican Independence

from Spain. The weekend of celebration begins Friday, September 13th, with the Miss Hispanic Lubbock Scholarship Pageant in the Theatre at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center at

7 p.m. All contestants will have a Hispanic themed talent presentation. A parade will kick off at 10 am on Saturday, September 14th with the traditional route from Broadway and Ave V, East to Avenue M and ending at the Civic Center East Parking Lot. The festival will follow at the Civic Center parking lot, with an all day

concert featuring outstanding local musicians and folklorico dancers. Saturday, September 14, and continue on Sunday, September 15th will be another full day of music and dance. For additional information please call (806)789-5013.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Late Pope John Paul II to get Sainthood he Roman T Catholic Church declare

the late Pope John Paul II a saint, the Vatican announced last month. Pope Francis signed the decree. John Paul was pope from BROTHER KNIGHTS: The Knights of Columbus #8097 of St Josephs Church in1978 until his stalled their new officers, as well as presented scholarships raised through their hard work death in 2005, and was in a way the and dedication to education. first rock star pontiff, drawing vast crowds as he crisscrossed the globe. At his funeral, thousands of pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's Square and chanted "Santo subito" -- Sainthood now! The Polish-born pope was fast-tracked to beatification and became "the blessed" John Paul II barely six years after his death, the fastest beatification in centuries. Pope John XXIII, who convened the Vatican II council in the 1960s, will also be declared a saint, the Vatican said No date has been announced for the canonization ceremony. Pope John Paul II, the third-longest serving pope in history, died in April 2005 at the age of 84. ST. FRANCIS GUADALUPANAS: The lovely Guadalupans of St. Francis in Wolforth, He had suffered from Parkinson's pose for Latino Lubbock. The women are dedicated volunteered. disease, arthritis and other ailments for several years before his death. During his tenure, he became the most widely traveled pope in history and canonized more saints than any other pope.

His papacy included a lot of firsts. He was the first modern pope to visit a synagogue and the first pope to visit Cuba. There are essentially three steps to becoming a Catholic saint after death. First, the title "venerable" is formally given by the pope to someone judged to have exhibited "heroic virtues." Second, a miracle must be attributed to the deceased person's intervention, allowing beatification. Canonization -- or sainthood -- requires a second attributed miracle. In 2010, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI approved John Paul's first reported miracle: a French nun supposedly cured of Parkinson's disease. Sister Marie-Simon-Pierre, a nun whose order prayed to the pope after he died, said she was cured of the disease, an ailment that also afflicted John Paul. The second miracle reportedly occurred in Costa Rica, where a woman said she recovered from a severe brain injury thanks to the intervention of John Paul. John XXIII was famed for calling the Second Vatican Council in 1962, which ushered in great changes in the Roman Catholic Church's relationship with the modern world. He was pope from 1958 to 1963, and was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2000.

Espinosa new pastor of La Trinidad United Methodist ammy Espinosa has been named tional journey in Sa pastor with the United Meth- 2007 attending odist Church, and was appointed Wayland Bap-

to La Trinidad United Methodist church on July 7, 2013. The church is located on 46th and Avenue D. Espinosa is excited about working MEN OF COURAGE: Billy Picon, Brian Olaughin, Michael Perez, and George Cas- together with the church and for the taneda all of St. Joseph’s Church completed the “Courageous” Men’s Group program held possibilities of positively impacting at Our Lady of Guadalupe. The recognition of all the particpants concluded with a mass at the lives of people in that community which would include children Our Lady of Guadalupe. (Photo courtesy of Sandy Cisneros) and youth. "I know what it is to struggle and work hard to change the course of one’s history, I pray I am able to be an encouragement and an example to my family and to anyone looking to change their life." Espinosa embarked on an educa-

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tist University, and earning his Bachelor’s degree with a specialization in science studies, in 2010. In August, 2012, he concluded his Master of Arts in Counseling degree at WBU and is currently awaiting LPC licensure. He has been married to his wife Sandy for 28 years. Together they have three children: Marc, 11; Julio, 13, and Freddie (Rico), 23.

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August 4 – New Deal Our Lady Queen of Apostles August 4- Pep Saint Philip Neri August 4--St. Margaret Mary/Our Lady of Guadalupe, 407 N. E. Hartford, Lamesa August 3 & 4 - Slaton Our Lady of Guadalupe August 11- Our Lady of Grace, 12-8 p.m. August 18 -Christ the King, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.. August 18 – Shallowater Saint Philip, 11:30-7:30 August 25 - Levelland Saint Michael, 11 -9 August 31 - Spur Saint Mary, Noon-Midnight

ACTS RETREATS: Men's ACTS - August 15-18, Director-Simon Rodríguez. Codirector-Anthony Rodriguez. For information about A.C.T.S., to register for retreats, visit www.actscommunityoflubbock.org/. CURSILLO August 22-25 (Men-English). For more information: Deacon Joe Morin, at 792-4308 (O), 543-5686 (C) or cursillo@ catholiclubbock.org. Cursillo website: http:// decolores.catholicweb.com/ RETREAT FOR TROUBLED/ HURTING MARRIAGES August 9 11, 2013, Mercy Center, Slaton---Catholic Diocese of Lubbock hosts Retrouvaille retreat for troubled marriages, open to all denominations. Go to www.Retrouvaille.org for information, and to register for this retreat, or call Richard or Elaine Ybarra at 806-7923943, or call Graciela & Carlos Quinteros at 806-797-3414. COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church. MASS IN SPANISH now at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm. Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225 MISA EN ESPAÑOL ahora en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para más información llame al (806) 762-5225 MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE MINISTRIES will be hosting a five week Bible study taught by Sandy Carr title: Creating the Realm of God. If you would like to attend dates august 9th to September 6th. Asbury United Methodist Church 2005 Ave T Lubbock. Please RSVP to 762-0820. MASS AT REESE: The South Plains College Catholic Student Organization and Saint John Neumann Church sponsor Mass or Communion at Reese Center every Wednesday at 12:05 PM in RC 822A, in building 8 until further notice. Normally this will be a Mass, but if no priest is available, Deacon Ed Sears will conduct a Communion Service. All are welcome! DOMINICAN EVENING PRAYER: All are invited to Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer with the Dominican Friars, Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. in the historic Saint Elizabeth Church, 2301 Main, Lubbock, prior to 5:30 Mass. HAVE YOU LOST YOUR SPOUSE? A support group for people who have lost their spouse is now meeting Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Marriage & Family Life Office, in the Catholic Renewal Center, 4620 4th Street, Lubbock. For more information, call Richard or Elaine 792-3943 or email familylife@catholiclubbock.org. SPANISH BIBLE STUDIES on going every Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. (all welcomed). at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd St.

Memoriam/memorial Vince Benitez, 33, of Lubbock passed away on June 29, 2013. Vince was born on Feb. 2, 1980, in Lubbock, Texas. Mr. Benitez is survived by: his daughter, Brenleigh Benitez; five siblings, Annie, Velma, Virgil, Jerry, and Herman Benitez, all of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wencelou and Dominga Benitez, and one brother, Ronnie Benitez. Pallbearers will be Mark Belgara Sr., Adrian Contreras, Virgil Benitez Jr., Michael Benitez, Rudy Lara, and Anthony Lara. Ruben Chairez, 39, of Lubbock passed away on June 29, 2013. He was born May 27, 1974 in Dallas. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother and stepfather, Mary and Raymond Dominguez of Lubbock; grandmother, Elida Chairez of Lubbock; two daughters, Brooklyn Chairez and Haley Chairez both of Lubbock; one son, Ruben Chairez, Jr. of Lubbock; five brothers; and one sister. Ruben was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Chairez; grandmother, Maria Gonzales; and uncle, Zenon Gonzales. Richard G. Garcia, of Lubbock, passed away on July 9, 2013. Richard G. Garcia was born Sept. 8, 1926 in Lohn, Texas. He goes to prepare a place for his surviving wife, Cecilia Gloria Garcia; his three sons, Richard Garcia Jr. and his wife Emma Galindo Garcia of Lubbock, Texas, Mario G. Garcia and wife Irma Valadez Garcia of Lubbock, Texas, and Israel Garcia and wife Lori Tischler Garcia of Oregon City, Ore.; as well as his seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Richard worked most of his life in road construction before settling in Lubbock, Texas. Pallbearers will be his only grandson, Richard Garcia III, and six great-grandsons, Eric Garcia, John Bradshaw, Isaiah Garcia, Ruben E. Gonzalez III, Anthony Gonzalez, and Justin Gonzalez. John Matthew Gonzales, 20, of Lubbock passed away on July 15, 2013. John was born November 29, 1992 in Lubbock, graduated from Smyer High School. He attended South Plains College for a year. His passion in life was basketball and his daughter, Gracelyn. John is best remembered for beautiful smile and for his ways of making others smile too. John is survived by his father, Gilbert Gonzales of Smyer; his mother, Angela Medrano of Lubbock; brother, Gilbert Gonzales; sister, Melinda Gonzales also of Lubbock; Kelsey Seigman; and daughter, Gracelyn Gonzales of Smyer. Survivors also include his maternal grandparents, Thomas and Sylvia Medrano of Ropesville. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Gilbert Sr. and Bertha Gonzales of Slaton.

Josephine V. Gonzales, 76, of Lubbock, passed away on July 17, 2013. Ms. Gonzales was born on July 1, 1937, in Laredo, Texas. She was retired from LISD and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Church. She was also a Guadalupana at St. Philip Benzi in Shallowater, Texas. Josephine is survived by: her daughters, Teresa (Albert) Rodriguez of Lubbock, Maria E. Medellin of Seattle, Wash., Maria L. Valdez of Lubbock; her sons, Roy Medellin (Linda) of Austin, Texas, Raul Medellin of Lubbock, and Richard Gonzales (Veronica) of Las Vegas, Nev.; her sisters, Maria G. Cruz of Brownsville, Texas, and Gloria Garcia of Ciudad Victoria, Tamp.; brother, Lorenzo Garcia of San Antonio, Texas; as well as 20 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and one great greatgrandchild. Josephine was preceded in death by her daughter, Rosemary Medellin, and brother, Jesus Garcia.

Gustavo S. Martinez, 58, of Lubbock passed away on July 19, 2013. Moose was born on May 9, 1955, to Jose and Frances (SaMaria M. Hernanlas) Martinez. He gradudez, 70, of Lubbock ated from Estacado High passed away on ThursSchool and worked as a day, July 4, 2013. She welder. He was a memwas born on Oct. 16, ber of St. Patrick's Catholic Church and an 1942, in Colorado City, avid Harley Davidson motorcycle rider and Texas, to the late FeliciDallas Cowboy fan. He was preceded in ano and Angelita Minjardeath by a brother, Andres Coy Martinez. ez. She married John M. Survivors include three sons, Johnny Angel Hernandez on Dec. 28, Martinez (Stephanie), Joe Michael Marti1961, in Lubbock. She was a housewife. nez (Lupe) and Christopher Aaron Martinez She loved shopping and collecting shoes (Angel); a daughter, Bryanna Nycole Martiand clothes. She will be missed by her fam- nez; nine grandchildren; three sisters, Dora ily. Survivors include her husband, John Coleman (Keith), Olga Chavez (Arnold) and M. Hernandez of Lubbock; three sons, Denise Martinez (Nick) ; and his lifelong John Hernandez Jr., and Felix Hernandez, partner, Juana Martinez. both of Lubbock, and Peter Hernandez of Odessa; three daughters, Angelita HernanAngelita DeLeon dez and Carmen Garcia, both of Lubbock, Mireles of Ropesville, and Linda Sandoval of Houston; a brother, passed away on July 4, Gregorio Minjarez of Lubbock, two sisters, 2013, at the age of 52. Angelita was a licensed Hortensia Gonzalez and Juanita Minjarez, vocational nurse for both of Lubbock; six grandchildren; and six 27 years. Loved ones great-grandchildren. include her spouse, Roberto Mireles Sr.; and the families of her four Hector Huerta, 51, children: Roberto and of Lubbock passed away Erica Mireles with Cyra and Cerissa Mireles; on June 30, 2013. Mr. Yvonne and Ruben Villegas with Liliana and Huerta was born to the Mia Villegas, Yolanda and Matthew Lynskey late Andres and Francis with Lucas R. and Baby Lynskey; and Rigo Huerta on Jan. 9, 1962, and Ashleigh Mireles. in Lubbock, Texas. Hector grew up in Lubbock. He enjoyed baseball, Efrain Ruiz III, 11, of bowling, and loved ma- Lubbock passed away riachi music. Those left on Sunday, July 21, to cherish his memories are his son, Andres 2013. He was born on Huerta; grandson, Justin; sister, Gloria Guti- May 18, 2002 in Luberrez (Anthony); brothers; Andrew Huerta, (Lydia) and Ruben Huerta (Gina); as well as bock to Efrain Ruiz, Jr. several nieces and nephews. He was pre- and Rebecca Castillo. ceded in death by his parents and Gabriel He had attended LISD Huerta. last attending Stewart Elementary. He loved the Toy Story movie. Survivors include his parents of Lubbock; a sister, Avianna Alisa Marquez; his paternal grandparents, David Perales and Maribel Corral; his maternal grandparents, Louis and Carolina Castillo; his maternal great-grandparents, Vicente Even though I walk through the valley of and Cecilia Castillo; and his paternal greatthe shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ grandparents, Amandina Ramirez, Crespin Psalm 23:4 and Rose Perales, and Vicky Ruiz.

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Ernesto L. Lopez, 38, passed away on July 15, 2013. Ernesto was born June 6, 1975 in Hobbs, N.M. to Ernesto Lopez Jr. and Lola Luna. He graduated from Abernathy High in 1993 and later married Gracie Rodriguez on November 13, 2010 in Petersburg. He worked as a prison guard for the Smith Unit in Lamesa for many years and enjoyed spending time with his family and fishing. He is survived by his wife, Gracie Lopez of Petersburg; parents, Ernesto Lopez Jr. of Hobbs, Lola Luna of Abernathy; two sons, Ernesto Lopez IV of Petersburg, Joseph Macias of Lubbock; one brother, Ismael Lopez of Abernathy.

Miguel Martinez, 14, of Lubbock, passed away on June 22, 2013. Miguel was born on Feb. 17, 1999 to the parentage of Miguel R. Hernandez and Judith C. Leseberg in Guymon, Okla. Miguel attended Cavazos Junior High. He loved sports and his dream was to be a professional football player. Miguel was excited about attending Lubbock High School with plans on receiving a football scholarship until his tragic accident. He was well loved by his family and friends and will truly be missed. He leaves to cherish his memories his parents, Miguel Hernandez and Judith Leseberg; his siblings, Jesse, Manuel, Andres, Monique, Julian, and Vanessa; his grandparents, Dorothy Guerin, Epifanio Martinez, Gloria Hernandez, and Jesus Hernandez; his nieces, Sahily, Amelia, Liliana, and Ana; nephews, Alex, and Ezekiel; and a host of other relatives and friends. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Pedro M. Peti Garcia, 53, of Hale Center, passed away on July 24, 2013. He was born Dec. 22, 1959, in Alice, Texas, to Juan and Amelia (Macias) Garcia. The family moved to Hale Center in 1969 from Alice. He was a resident of Lubbock for many years until returning to Hale Center in 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Robert Garcia in 1999 and Juan Antonio Garcia in 2000. He is survived by four brothers, Salomon Garcia of Hale Center, Texas, Isaias Garcia of Odessa, Texas, Gonzalo Garcia of Lubbock, Texas, Enrique Garcia of Grand Prairie. He is also survived by seven sisters, Rebecca M. Garcia of San Antonio, Texas, Carmen Munguia of St. Cloud, Minn., Ester Jimenez, Delia Espinosa, Alicia Rodriguez and Amelia Plasencio, all of Hale Center, and Mary Rosa of Sabastian, Texas. Rudy G. Botello, 30, of Lubbock passed away on July 20, 2013. He was born on Oct. 20, 1982 in Fort Morgan, Colo. Rudy is survived by his fiancé , Adriana Villareal, and little man, P.J. He is also survived by his parents, Robert and Sylvia Botello; brothers, Ruben, Ronnie Randy, and Raul; and his grandparents, Santos T. Garcia and Mary Soto. Rudy was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Diamantina Botello, and his uncle, Augustine Garcia. Rudy's love for drawing was immeasurable. His true love was being around his family and many friends. Rudy battled every day as a warrior from God to help spread the love of Jesus Christ. During his battle he has made many new friends that helped Rudy while he was recovering. Rudy very much loved his Texas Tech Red Raiders and his Denver Broncos.

Mickey Galaviz Villegas, 83, passed away on July 24, 2013. Micaela was born in Alamo, Texas, to Luciano and Ramona Galaviz on Sept. 29, 1929. She married Adan Villegas on July 19, 1949, in Alamo, Texas. She was a member of the Altar Society at St. Isidore's Catholic Church. She is survived by: her children, Lucy and husband Tom Brown, Linda and husband Bob Cuevas, and Diana Hernandez; brothers, Ramon Galaviz and Armando Galaviz; and sisters, Mary Nava and Connie Castillo survive Micaela. She is also survived by the loves of her life, six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Micaela was preceded in death by her husband, Adan Rendon Villegas, her parents, her sisters, Lola Rojas, Hortencia Galaviz, brothers, Luciano Galaviz Jr., Jesus Galaviz and Joe Rolando Galaviz.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Fourth on Broadway Parade

Tourette Syndrome Associaton of Texas in the Lubbock Area smiled for the camera on their float.

Community Health Center of Lubbock employees and volunteers get ready to throw candy to the attendees.

Keeping cool at the hot parade day on Broadway, and enjoying family time.

Smiling for the camera with friends and family members.

The Calvillo family smiles for the camera.

Serving up delicious funnel cakes! By the deacon and his wife.

Volunteers posing for the picture before they get back to the food and entertainment, and hard work.

Team Tripas serving up some delicious food and beautiful Christian smiles.

Family and friends were all smiles at the 2013 Jamaica.

Taking a moment from the busy line to pose for the camera.

St. Jude Tahoka Jamaica

Dometila Martinez and Adolpho Garcia, enjoying some of the entertainment.

Irma Garcia, Carmen Chapa, Tilo Garcia, and Lupe Garcia enjoy the refreshing drinks and welcomed us!

St. Francis Wolforth Jamaica

A biker family of friends were ready to support and enjoy the festivities.

Friends holding up their issue of this months magazine and smiling for the camera.

St Michael's Ralls Jamaica

Nora of Power 106 and her family were enjoying the delicous aromas and listening to some of the festive music.

Say Cheese! Families lined up for the delicious food.

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Estacado High School All-Class Reunion

Catching up and enjoying the company of old friends.

Getting ready to dance the night away at the reunion.

"A Matador for Life," was seen everywhere throughout the night.

Classmates reminisced on some of the good times they had in high school.

Amigos Health Fair 2013

Customers and attendees had the chance to see ways to continue good hygeine as demonstrated by Bliss Dental.

Staff and friends enjoyed the ground breaking ceremony.

Amigos offered free BMI readings, blood press screenings, diabetes screenings, and NuVal education at their health fair.

Nina showed customers how they can track their nutrition with the NuVal system at Amigos.

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Crystal, a registered pharmacist at Amigos, helped check cholesterol and blood pressure for Adrian, the Amigos general manager.

Dream Center Ground Breaking fo New Life Center

The center did a balloon release and broke the ground with a backhoe instead of a shovel to further their campaign.

Community leaders and members took part of the "Dream Bigger" campaign.

The Dream Center held their ground breaking ceremony on July 13.

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Enjoying the parade and keeping cool with Galvan family!

Friends taking a picture before they enjoy the fireworks.

Hernandez kids smiling for the camera and taking part in the festive celebrations.

All thumbs up and smiles as the Mayorga kiddos got ready to celebrate with their family.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Women's Protective Services 1st Women's Luncheon

Women from all around the community were invited to take part in the event.

Smiling for the camera as they showed their support for the Women's Protective Services.

Posing for the camera after the presentations.

Women showed their support for the cause as they showed off their purple ribbons.

National Council of La Raza 2013 Conference in New Orleans

Frank poses with GOP Operative Ana Navarro who was a panelist discussing immigration reform.

Actress Rita Moreno takes time to talk with Christy Martinez-Garcia, publisher of Latino Lubbock.

San Ramon Jamaica

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The Hernandez family gathering for a photo in the shade as they decide wat to eat.

Staying cool under the tents as they watch some of the entertainment.

Janet Murgia poses with a board member as they thank the participants for their contributions and dedication.

Raul Yzaguirre former president and CEO of the National Council of La Raza, and Ambassador to the Dominican Republic poses with his former employee Christy, who worked for NCLR.

Father Rene taking a picture before with Lala Sanchez before going back to work. g

Smiling for the camera as they show their support for the church and its Jamaica.

High School Graduates Class of 2013

Ricky Champion, Ricky Jr. Champion, and Eric Champion were all smiles after the graduation.

Samantha Gonzalez and Andres Gonzalez wait patiently before they walk on stage.

Maria De Leon poses with some of her friends.

Allisan Madrid and her parents smile for the camera.

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Dolores Garcia and Simon Lozada enjoy the hot summer day.

Isabel Boone, Patsy Cardona, and Veronica Metcalf posed for the camera.

The Sierra group smiling for the camera.

Maria Garza and Domingo Riojas enjoy some of the live entertainment.

St. Josephs Church Jamaica II

A family tradition - Serving fresh watermelon on the hot day at the Jamaica.

Beautiful Martinez family enjoying the food and entertainment at the celebration.

Father Piña stopped to take a picture with some of the great volunteers.

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla

Dedicated guys - Keeping a close eye on the turkey legs as they take a smile for the camera.

2013 Hispanic Convocation - IV

Texas Tech seniors got to practice walking the stage at the Hispanic Convocation. (More photos in September)

Many of the graduates received honors and other significant awards.

Graduates had the opportunity to be a part of the annual convocation.

Many of the Hispanic graduates were a part of the various colleges at Tech.

Aquí y Alla - Alla y Aquí

The Masked Rider was all smiles as he and Raider Red entertained some kids. (Photo courtesy of Zach Dominguez)

Father Piña accepts a check from Grand Knight, Raymond Armenta, on behalf of St. Josephs from Knights of Columbus Council #8097.

Angie Astorga, Ester Cervantes, and Margaret Biera at the protest at LP&L.

David Salinas smiling for the camera on the beautiful tractor that he restored. It was painted red in honor of the Cooper Pirates and it full running condition.

Hispanic owned and operated since January 2007

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Sports/deportes

Texas Sports Report

With Mando Reyna

ugust has arrived and most of us are surprised that this year has entered into the final stretch. The Rangers hold on their division has slowly dwindled away and is as of deadline time, five games back from the Oakland A’s. They did make a trade late last month for right handed pitcher Matt WAY TO GO!: Breyanna Joaquina Duran, of Lubbock High School, signed her letter Garza so if all goes well, they should of intent on Friday July 19, 2013 to play basketball at Western Texas College. She plans have a solid pitching staff for the reto major in Criminal Justice. Breyanna is the daughter of Charles and Monica Y. Duran. mainder of the season. That means both Colby Lewis and Matt Harrison will have to return this month, Lewis earlier than Matt since most people expected him to return late July. As far as the trade for Garza, it would be considered a major success not only if he delivers this season on the mound, but also if Texas will be able to resign him after the season is over. It is hard to tell right now how that will turn out, but the Rangers do have a chance since he is on his fourth team change in his career and is ready to call somewhere home. As the trade deadline nears, many are wondering if Texas will make another move for an extra bat. They Register at www.wtxzombierun.com

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are active on that front with rumors of their interest with Alex Rios, but do not be surprised if they stick with what they have if it means giving too much away for that extra player. They start off this week with their trip west to visit the leading Athletics for a three game stand on the 2nd, and move a little further south to Los Angeles to hopefully put a nail on the coffin of the sputtering Angels. They can make some gains in the standings because they also face the cellar dwelling Astros and Brewers for a combined nine games, but even then you can’t say those games are gimmees anymore. They will be on the road for sixteen games with only nine home games this month so hopefully they can make gains in the division or stay close enough to remain in the playoffs. Another barometer as to where the year stands is when you notice the annual football hall of fame game, which this year is on Sunday the 4th at 7. Dallas will face the Dolphins in that game but there is already talk that not many of the starters will play in that exhibition match, which because it is considered an extra pre-season game most would agree with that decision. Remember that these games are for evaluating play-

ers so please do not make any assumptions or predictions based on the game results. Last year the Cowboys suffered multiple injuries on both sides of the ball and this season has not started any better. Three offensive linemen started camp on the PUP list and rising star defensive end Tyrone Crawford was lost for the season, all on the first day of camp. The injuries to the offensive line are not expected to be seasonenders, but time lost practicing together with a new play caller is just time lost that you can’t ever get back. Don’t get your hopes up or down this pre-season, just keep an eye on injuries that by itself, is a reason your expectations can be pinned on. High school football two a days are here also, but I think the big football event of the month locally is the August 30 game between Tech and SMU under the Friday night lights in Dallas in what will be a nationally televised game. Fall is not here officially, but don’t tell that to the football fans. Editor's Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aficionado and fan. Monthly he contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports. Email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net

Mariah Leon wins National Women's Gloves Championship

ariah Leon is a member of the Boy’s & Girl’s Club M – Lubbock Warriors Boxing Team. She won the National Women’s Golden Gloves Championship at

terey High School. She also plays 119# bantamweight division in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida basketball for this past month. Mariah is a sophomore attending Mon- Monterey. In the championship bout she defeated Odalay Comacho from Bakersf ield, CA, who is the 2013 USA Boxing National ChamKnights Of Columbus Council 11807 Our Lady Of Guadalupe pion. In the semi-final bout Mariah defeated Kristina Banos 45 seconds into the third round. Kristina is from Tulsa, OK she is the Oklahoma 2 Man Scramble $60 Per Person State champion. Men, Women, Sons and Daughters Mariah won the Texas State Jr. Includes: Green Fee, Cart Fee, Meal & Beverages / Olympic championship earlier this Spirits past month in Houston, TX. In the Awards: 2 Flights – 1st & 2nd Place Cash Award semi-finals she defeated Robianne 3rd Place Awards Rivera from Houston, TX who is Longest Drive, Closes To Pin the 2012 National Ringside champion. Mariah defeated Kaley Perez Sunday, August 17, 2013 in the Texas State finals. Kaley is Stonegate Golf Course, 11010 Indiana Ave the 2012 National Silver Gloves Regional champion. Registration: 7:30 am, 8 am Shotgun Out of the last 4 bouts that Mariah has fought she faced 3 National Contact: Martin Rivera – 763-7202 champions and defeated all of them. David Estrada – 300-2687 Mariah is the first female athlete Art Lara – 789-3086 Herman Hernandez – 789-3433 from Lubbock and West Texas to Knightscolumbus11807@gmail.com win a National Golden Gloves title. Mariah’s goal is to make the USA Ad sponsored by Olympic team in 2016. Judging from the competition she has defeated this past month, she has a great start.

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