Volume 11, Issue 7 July/julio 2017 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 11, Issue 7 July/julio 2017

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“Racism is gonna be a part of time forever, I believe, but I think for us, the people that have the opportunities to have a voice and people that have an opportunity to have some play on the youth that’s coming up, we have to lead them the best way we can, and we have to live with the results," said NBA

"Celebrate America" This month's cover features our beautiful American flag. It is our symbol of freedom, and justice for all. We are a nation of immigrants, and we share many reasons why we take pride in the US. On July 4, 1776, our country's founders (immigrants) declared independence from Great Britain. We are guaranteed certain rights for freedoms we proudly live. Our country is like a family: Everyone has to pitch in or it doesn't work. As members of the U.S. "family" — in other words, as citizens — we all have certain responsibilities, like going to school, voting, and obeying the law. Let us pray for our country that has always been great. With that, I wish you all a Happy Birthday America, feliz cumpleaños América!

star LeBron James whose Los Angeles home was vandalized with a racial slur

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"Arrieros somos y en el camino andamos." "We are all mule drivers in the fields."

Meaning we are all human beings making our way through life. Don’t criticize or judge others. We are all subject to problems and failings.

¡ F e liz c u m plea ños ! H a ppy Bir t hda y ! July/julio

Susie Fernandez 7/1 Kenzie Ochoa 7/1 Denise Carrizales 7/2 Jacintha Adame Bitela 7/2 Rosa Martinez 7/2 Amy Yanez 7/2 Vanessa Maldonado 7/3 Michael Gonzalez 7/3 Diana Martinez 7/3 Ashley Vidales 7/3 Amber Vidales 7/3 Lilli Romero 7/3 Marissa Gomez 7/3 Ismael S. Ramirez 7/4 Roy Santoyo 7/4 Fidel Flores 7/4 Viola Hernandez 7/5 Ernestine Mendez 7/5 Connie Leal 7/5 Maria Lopez-Strong 7/5 Matthew Vasquez 7/5 Emma Reyes 7/6 Melissa Benitez 7/6 Rita Diaz-Garcia 7/6 Corina Martinez 7/6 Greg Perez 7/6 Molly Hastings 7/6 Georgina Salas Barrera 7/ 7 Melinda Castro 7/7 Sammy Torres 7/7 Frankie Galindo 7/8 Jaseph Mata 7/9 Veronica Garcia 7/9 Jason Carrizales 7/9 Jaseph Mata 7/9 Sam Trevino 7/9 E. J. Pinkert 7/9 Delia Montez 7/10 Rosario Smith 7/10 Ryan Martinez 7/10 Epifanio “Chago” Guerra 7/10 Celeste Mendez 7/10 Ryan Martinez 7/10 Kain Martimz 7/11 Miranda Chavez 7/11 Edward Lee Castilleja 7/12 Victor Cortez 7/12 Connie Vega Castillo 7/12 Jesús Rodríguez 7/12 Adriana Chavez 7/13 Adrianna Elizabeth Castilleja 7/13 Sixto Mendez 7/13 Roman Lorenzi 7/14 Dominga Anaya 7/14 Carlos Solano 7/14 Joe Vasquez 7/14 Felipe Pauda 7/14 Michael Martinez 7/15 Addison Mojica 7/15 Kenzleigh J. Cruz 7/17 Misti Tienda 7/17 Ben Alonzo 7/16 Carmen Rodriguez 7/16 Addison Mojica 7/16

CONTENTS Word from the Publisher Political

Natividad DeLaCerda Janie Bocanegra Robert Rodriguez Raymond Singleterry David Cruz Alfonso Solis

Ben Ybañez Lala Sosa Pete Lozano Abby Martinez Anthony Aguirre

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Opportunity/Business

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Health/Salud

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Education/Youth

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Soaring Eagles Martinez Scouts

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Faith & Religion

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Veteran's Affairs Fotos y requerdos

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Sports Page

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ummertime is the time to embrace the outdoors. As a child we were outside every lit moment of the day. We looked forward to the Fourth of July to light fireworks, watch the light show, and gather with family and friends. Firework safety is important. However, somehow that message did not quite make it down to us as children in those days. My two sisters and I had an uncle and two aunts who paralleled our age. As such, they were our playmates. As can be imagined, my uncle was a terror. He talked us into holding fireworks in our hand after we lit them. On one particular occasion he bent a Black Cat firework in half to expose the powder, lit it, and held it up. Then he urged us to do the same. I was the only one to fall for his pestering after he called us "fraidy cats". I still recall holding the firework, lighting it up, then feeling the burn as the powder had spilled over on my hand, and caught on fire! This was an example for us all. After that, I never held, or cut into a firework again. As for my uncle, he then urged me to hold a lit Roman Candle firework. And despite his taunting, the mark and memory from the first burn was reason enough to think twice about that decision. Needless to say, to date, I remind children to be cautious when handling fireworks, and adults to consider supervising. Nevertheless, summertime with my familia, was always the best, especially on the Fourth of July. Someone from my family would go to the lake to reserve the "family spot" annually, and a day or so before. They would make sure that we were under many trees and central to the lake. Each of my tias, as well as my mother, would prepare fabulous side dishes like potato salad, beans, rice, chilé, and salad. The men would prepare grilled meat including brisket, hamburgers, hotdogs, tripas, and so much more. Lots of tea and giant jugs of Kool-Aid, which formed rings around our mouths from drinking so much of it, topped the tasty Latino-style barbecue. There was always plenty of food for those who didn't have family to spend with, or the extra friends that always managed to tag along, or stop by our spot. The evening was topped with fireworks. As we drove away from the lake, we would watch the last minute fireworks burst in the sky; but soon the evening breeze and the soothing of the motor would lull us to sleep. Being with my family made me proud and brought such contentment. We are an All-American familia proud to live in the land of the free. One such freedom is that of speech. So as I watch the immigration reform battle continue, as well as the attack on Mexicans, I ask our Congress to take action and work together. And mow more than ever, let us pray for our country. 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 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 este mes y siempre! Happy 4th of July! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist Celebrating 11 Years of Commitment to our Community

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NCLR to House Judiciary GOP:

Don’t Nationalize Texas’ Racial Profiling Law

he House Judiciary Committee T took another step to advance legislation that, if enacted, would

pave the way for and accelerate the implementation of several draconian immigration policies. On June 28, NCLR joined more than 400 national, state and local nonprofit organizations in opposing H.R. 3003 and H.R. 3004. These bills, introduced by Congressman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) and which are scheduled for vote later this week, are the latest in a group of heavyhanded anti-immigrant bills that the congressman began sponsoring last month. The bills are further proof of a well-coordinated, anti-immigrant strategy playing out at the federal, state and local levels, pushing measures to increase the criminalization of immigrants, and blow open the doors to racial profiling against Latinos and other Americans, regardless of immigration status. The effect of such measures has been well documented, most recently in the case of Arizona’s Sheriff Joe Arpaio. And like the recently passed S.B. 4 in Texas, Mr. Goodlatte’s H.R. 3003 would prevent

localities from enacting community-policing practices that shun deputizing local law enforcement to carry out immigration enforcement— undermining community policing practices designed to build trust between local law enforcement and the communities they serve. The second Goodlatte bill up for consideration this week—H.R. 3004—would significantly expand the administration’s ability to criminally prosecute certain individuals apprehended crossing the southern border, including those fleeing horrific violence. This measure is in lockstep with other recent antiimmigrant measures sponsored by the congressman. Last month, the House Judiciary Committee passed a bill out of committee which would, among other things, criminalize mere unlawful presence. “America deserves an immigration system we can be proud of, not measures intended to demonize immigrants, put a target on the back of millions of Americans and

make us all less safe. Congress has the ability and responsibility to produce the solutions the vast majority of Americans support—including smart enforcement and path to citizenship—but Mr. Goodlatte’s approach continues to be out of touch, out of bounds and out of heart. Both of these bills are shameful and should be voted down," said Clarissa Martinez De Castro, Deputy Vice President, NCLR. Law enforcement professionals have warned that harsh measures like these will make communities across the country less safe by serving to drive crime victims and witnesses into the shadows. They also place localities in the position of violating the U.S. Constitution and years of binding federal court precedents. These acts show that the president’s allies in Congress are content to sow seeds of distrust and increase the incidents of racial profiling and wrongful detention of Latinos.

threats and agitator labels, Dr. Garcia entered the national political arena by cofounding the national VIVA KENNEDY clubs for the presidential campaign of John F. Kennedy. Acknowledging that the crucial Hispanic vote achieved by these clubs had turned the tide of the election, President Kennedy placated national Hispanic demands for greater participation by appointing Dr. Garcia ambassador to a West Indies treaty signing. Despite token appointments, the relationship between the Mexican-American people who campaigned for him remained unsatisfactory until JFK's death and Lyndon Johnson's rise to the White House in 1963. With the 1964 Civil Rights act, Lyndon Johnson seemed to be more than anything, wanting to fulfill the legacy of President Kennedy. Johnson was keenly aware that he had not been elected in his own right. And Kennedy had submitted this legislation to congress in response to agitation by black Americans. So, that the major thrust of the legislation was to de-segregate the south, and to help African Americans in that regard.

At the same time, Johnson understood that the other part of the bill did address Mexican Americans. The other part of the Civil Rights act was to establish the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, to fight job discrimination. Johnson was virtually the only person in his own White House who equated civil rights beyond simply African Americans, and in particular including Mexican Americans. And certainly, Dr. Garcia was on the same wavelength. He understood immediately and he had been pushing for better federal policies to combat job discrimination. Through the passage of the years, Dr. Hector Garcia remained vocal. "I do not choose to be a Mexican chicharron [fried pork rind] in the American melting pot," he says proudly, explaining that while all Americans get mixed into the same "pot" they need not lose their cultural identity. In July 1996, Dr. Hector P. Garcia died in Corpus Christi, the city he had called home since 1946. While his personal story ended on that day in Texas, his legacy lives on today.

Dr. Hector P. Garcia & Civil Rights Act

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

n July O 2, 1964, President Lyn-

don Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law. This landmark law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race in public accom modations, in publicly owned or operated facilities, in employment and union membership and in the registration of voters. History books usually reflect only the contributions of African American to this monumental effort, but Mexican Americans also played a significant role, specifically that of Dr. Hector P. Garcia. The victories of Mexican American civil rights activists came slowly but steadily, laying the foundations for the Chicano Movement of the 1960s. In 1960, undeterred by death

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Opinion/opinión Community & Event Brieflies CLOSED FOR THE 4TH City of Lubbock and Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for the July 4th holiday. LUBBOCK PUBLIC LIBRARIES CLOSED July 4th All Lubbock Public Library locations will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th. Have a happy holiday! 4TH ON BROADWAY CELEBRATION July 1 – 4, 9 am - Dark, This fourday event is the largest free festival in the state of Texas and is available for all ages. For a complete schedule visit www.broadwayfestivals.com 4TH ON BROADWAY PARADE The parade theme is "The Friendliest City in America" . The route will once again go from Ave M and Broadway, head East, turn North on Canyon Lakes Drive and disburse at Joyland. STREET DANCE – AMIGOS LA RAZA ON THE PLAZA Join us for Amigos La Raza on the Plaza on Saturday, July 1st, at the Lubbock County Courthouse Square, on Texas Ave, between Broadway and Main. This year La Raza on the Plaza will feature the music of AJ Castillo, Eddie Gonzalez, David Lee Garza y Los Musicales, Gary Hobbs, Sekreto, Bobby G & The Galaxy Band and DJ Sancho.Gates open at 1 pm, music will start at 2 pm. Kids 12 and under get in free. DPS INCREASING DWI PATROLS FOR JULY 4TH HOLIDAY The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase DWI patrols for an 11day period that includes the July 4th holiday. DPS troopers will focus DWI patrols in high-risk locations at times when alcoholrelated crashes are most frequent. TEXAS ROADHOUSE: TIP A COP-LETR FUNDRAISER Thursday, July 27th, 2017, Time: 5-9PM, Location: Texas Roadhouse, 4810 S. Loop 289. Benefitting Special Olympics. DONATE LIFE TEXAS 2ND CHANCE RUN hosted by LifeGift and South Plains Kidney Foundation, August 5 - will take place at MacKenzie Park. The 5K starts at 8 a.m., followed by the 1 mile walk at 8:15 a.m. The Donate Life Texas 2nd Chance Run honors organ, eye and tissue donors in 109 Texas counties in North, Southeast and West Texas. To register and for more information, visit www.2ndchancerun.org. MacKenzie Park, 301 Interstate 27; 8 a.m. 2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services. LULAC COUNCIL #263 MEETINGS are held the first, second, and fourth Thursday of the month at 1901 Broadway, at 7:30 p.m. For additional information, please contact Ruben Albares at (806)4700311.

Know Your Rights in Texas: Preparing for State's New Anti-Immigrant Law SB4

fter debate rocked the TexA as State Capitol, Governor Greg Abbott signed the con-

troversial Senate Bill 4 (SB4) in May, which purports to ban sanctuary city policies and gives local police the authority to inquire about the immigration status of anyone they detain. Though the law won't go into effect until September, it's crucial to know your rights now in relation to SB4. SB4 allows police officers to question an individual's immigration status during any and all detentions-even for something as simple as a traffic violation. The law also pushes local law enforcement to comply with federal requests to detain individuals and threatens them with fines, firing, and jail time if they don't comply. The American Civil Liberties

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Union and the cities of vides these know your Austin, Dallas, El Cenrights tips: zizo, and San Antonio are • You have the right to currently challenging the remain silent. You do not constitutionality of SB4, have to tell anyone your hoping to stop the legisimmigration status or lation before it goes into place of birth. effect. In addition, the • You have the right to American Immigration not be stopped or deLawyers Association retained without reasonable cently pulled their major suspicion of a crime. If conference from the state, you fear that an officer calling the law "unjust, has violated this right, try unfair, and unreasonto record the incident and able." speak with an attorney. MELISSA CRUZ There is no doubt about •You have the right to not the law's anti-immigrant be discriminated against intent. It clearly encouron the basis of your ethages racial profiling, jeopardizes nicity, race, or national origin. This community safety, and puts law en- is guaranteed in the U.S. Constituforcement officials at risk of violat- tion. ing the constitution. • You should contact an attorney If SB4 goes into effect, it's im- for help if a school or school official portant the community understand asks about your immigration status, their rights. To that end, the Immi- or the status of a parent or family grant Legal Resource Center pro- member.

Carta Abierta SIMON SILVA ART ON COVER REFLECTS LATINO FAMILIES The beautiful June cover was such a reflection of many Latino families I know. Although times are changing it is great to see such a visual on the cover. I also enjoyed reading the story about the artist Simon Silva. It's great that he allowed Latino Lubbock to showcase his work. I have now ordered some prints and been introduced to his beautiful work. Thanks for offering news, stories, art, health, and so much more in the Latino paper. Janie Gaytan THANK YOU We appreciate that you shared summer camps, lunch programs, and reading resources in the June issue. My kids, and all their friends and primos are using the guide. Barbara Carrizales

• Don't sign anything you don't understand, especially without an attorney present. • Contact an attorney if you are held past your scheduled release time. This anti-immigrant legislation hides behind the guise of public safety. Communities are safest when local governments determine how to deploy their law enforcement resources. SB4 goes in the opposite direction and will do nothing to build trust between immigrant communities and Texas law enforcement. Melissa Cruz, is the Communications Associate at the American Immigration Council. She oversees media relations and content creation for ImmigrationImpact.com, the Council’s daily online publication. Melissa received her B.A. in English and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Georgia State University.

FREEDOM OF THE PRESS The freedom of the press, protected by the First Amendment, is critical to a democracy in which the government is accountable to the people. A free media functions as a watchdog that can investigate and report on government wrongdoing. It is also a vibrant marketplace of ideas, a vehicle for ordinary citizens to express themselves and gain exposure to a wide range of information and opinions. It is dangerous when a president claims so much fake news by the media and yet, the New York Times used a full page in their paper to print out every lie the President has publicly told since taking office just over five months ago. AN ENTIRE PAGE! I found this quote that reminds us that, “The press was to serve the governed, not the governors.” Don't forget that the next time the media is not allowed to share what is happening in our White House!

HISTORY REPEATING ITSELF We live in interesting times. What a set back for Hispanics, Mexican Americans who worked so hard to gain their place at the table in our communities and careers. The bar has always raised for us. And always, many of us reached and surpassed that bar. Now here we are, dealing with such open racism, regressing back to the times that drove us to fighting for our rights. Did you ever think it would happen. Those of us who lived that history where you could not speak in Spanish or get kicked out of school, even if you were in the 2nd grade. Who were not allowed to drink from the same water fountains as whites. We couldn't even use "their" bathrooms. Being called names. Being overlooked for jobs because of our skin color. ALways being accused of "using the race card" if we questioned injustices. How very sad that history see to be repeating itself.

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Celebrating the Fourth of July Info About Firework Safety ndependence Day, comIFourth monly known as the of July, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.

Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States.

Celebración del Cuatro de Julio

l Día de la Independencia E de los Estados Unidos (Independence Day o The Fourth of July en inglés) es el día de fiesta nacional que se celebra el 4 de julio en los Estados Unidos. Este día marca la firma de la Declaración de Independencia en

1776 en la cual el país proclamó su separación formal del Imperio británico. Usualmente se celebra con muchas actividades al aire libre como desfiles, juegos de béisbol y espectáculos de fuegos artificiales.

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year end celebrations. Remember, fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burn and eye injuries. You can help us prevent fireworks-related injuries and deaths. How? By working with a national, state or local organization where you live to promote fireworks safety in your community. Here are some ideas on what you can do. Fireworks Safety Tips:

• Never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks • Read and follow all warnings and instructions • Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks. • Only light fireworks on a smooth, flat surface away from the house, dry leaves, and flammable materials. •Never try to relight fireworks that have not fully functioned. • Keep a bucket of water in case of a malfunction or fire.

Consejos de seguridad sobre fuegos artificiales

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left over from the Fourth of July holiday. Fireworks contain metals, nitrates and sulfur, along with paper, plastic and other materials. If fireworks debris isn’t picked up harmful pollutants can wash into lakes, rivers and streams. Most County Public Works do not provide extra street sweeping after the holiday and failing to clean up fireworks residue is littering, a violation of most city ordinance. “We all have the responsibility to reduce pollution,” said an official. “If you use fireworks, you need to use them safely and responsibly, and that includes cleaning up afterward.”

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ojos. Si artificiales legales donde vive y decide arlos asegúrese seguir estos importantes consejos de seguridad: Consejos de seguridad para los fuegos artificiales: • Nunca deje a los niños jugar o

encender fuegos artificiales. • Lea y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones. • Asegúrese de que otras personas se encuentren fuera del alcance (los fuegos artificiales antes de encender). • Nunca trate de volver a encender fuegos artificiales que no han funcionado completamente al primer intento. • Nunca trate de volver a encender fuegos artificiales que no han funcionado completamente al primer intento. • Mantenga un cubo o balde de agua junto a usted en caso de que se produzca un mal funcionamiento o incendio.

City LPD to Crack-Down on 4th of July Fireworks

n 2016, between June 15th and Ificers July 15th, Lubbock Police ofresponded to 1,011 calls regarding fireworks. Per city ordinance 10.08, it is illegal to possess fireworks within city limits. This year, the Lubbock Police Department is teaming up with the Lubbock Fire Marshal’s office to step up enforcement regarding this ordinance. We ask that citizens be mindful of the danger fireworks present due to the potential of fire and injury, as well as the negative impact it can also

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have on neighbors and pets. We also ask they remember when an officer responds to reports of fireworks being shot off, that is pulling a valuable resource during an already busy time of year. If a resident is found in possession of fireworks, the fireworks will be confiscated. In addition, the resident could face a fine up to $1,000. The Lubbock Police Department’s goal is for all citizens to enjoy the 4th of July holiday in the safest way possible with family and friends.

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ATTENTION: If you speak Spanish or Vietnamese, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call 1-844-729-5045 (TTY: 711). ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-844-729-5045 (TTY: 711). CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1-844-729-5045 (TTY: 711). No discriminamos, excluimos personas o las tratamos de manera diferente sobre la base de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad en nuestros programas y actividades de salud. Amerivantage es un plan de D-SNP con un contrato de Medicare y un contrato con el programa Medicaid del estado. La inscripción en Amerivantage depende de la renovación del contrato. La prima de la Part B está cubierta para los inscritos con doble elegibilidad completa. Esta información no es una descripción completa de beneficios. Comuníquese con el plan para más información. Pueden aplicar limitaciones, copagos y restricciones. Los beneficios, las primas y/o los copagos/coseguro pueden cambiar el 1 de enero de cada año. El Formulario, la red de farmacias y/o la red de proveedores pueden cambiar en cualquier momento. Recibirá una notificación cuando sea necesario. Este plan está disponible para cualquier persona que tenga Asistencia médica tanto del Estado como de Medicare. La prima, los copagos, el coseguro y los deducibles pueden variar basados en el nivel de Ayuda adicional que recibe. Póngase en contacto con el plan para mayores detalles. Esta póliza tiene exclusiones, limitaciones y términos bajo los cuales la misma puede continuar en vigencia o ser descontinuada. Para obtener más información sobre los beneficios, póngase en contacto con su agente o el plan de salud. Y0114_16_27626_U_SP_023 CMS ACCEPTED 06/25/2016 ©Amerigroup 2017 Copyright 2017 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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Board of Trustees Adopts Budget and Compensation Plan t their board meeting last approved was authorization to proA month, the LISD Board of vide a one-time lump sum payment Trustees adopted a balanced bud- to employees should additional get of $222,391,794 for the 2017-18 fiscal year, a decrease of $17,136 as compared to FY 2016-17. The new fiscal year begins July 1, 2017. Included in the budget was an average one percent pay raise for employees. The beginning salary for new teachers will remain at $43,000. Teachers will receive about $500 annually in additional salary. A one percent raise costs the district about $1.5 million. Also

monies become available through legislative action or an unexpected increase in revenue. Although the Texas House passed HB 21 which would have provided more than $4 million in additional revenue for Lubbock ISD, the House version of the bill failed to get support in both chambers of the State Legislature. The Texas Legislature will meet in special session beginning July 18.

Mow Weeds, or Pay Hefty Fee lthough the Codes Section of If you see weeds that exceed the A the city does not give tickets, city ordinance of 8 inches. Call they do enforce the city ordinance. the Weed Hotline at (806) If weeds are not mowed after warning, the city will hire a contractor to mow the weeds – especially in alleys where the weeds get in the way of meter reading. As such, the property owner gets a hefty bill from the City of Lubbock for the cost of the mowing plus $150 administrative fee.

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House Passes 'Kate's Law' and Bill Declaring War on Sanctuary Cities

ouse Republicans joined H President Donald Trump on June 29th in declaring war on

sanctuary cities -- passing legislation targeting the cities' funding while hammering a message of the dangers posed by undocumented immigrants. "Kate's Law" is named for Kate Steinle, a young woman murdered on a busy walkway in San Francisco two years ago allegedly by an undocumented immigrant who was deported multiple times. It would increase maximum penalties for undocumented immigrants who repeatedly enter the country illegally after deportation, especially with criminal records. It passed 257-167. The "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act" would expand what is required of cities regarding federal immigrant enforcement and allow the government to deny jurisdictions federal law enforcement funds if they don't comply. It passed 228-195. Republicans relentlessly hammered a message of restoring "rule of law" last month leading up to the vote, highlighting crimes committed by undocumented immigrants and attacking sanctuary cities for lax policies they blame for the crimes. Trump met with families of victims of crimes committed or allegedly committed by undocumented immigrants, highlighting their deaths as preventable. Attorney General Jeff Sessions did the same, and House Speaker Paul Ryan brought Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly to join him at his weekly press conference to drive home the message. "Sanctuary cities are anything but safe," Kelly said, carrying on the theme. "Instead these are places that allow some criminals to go free." "By flagrantly disregarding the rule of law, sanctuary cities are putting lives at risk," Ryan echoed. "And we cannot tolerate that." Democrats accused their colleagues of distorting the issue. Local jurisdictions and law enforcement agencies have argued that their policies are actually about making communities safer -- by building trust with local communities -- and say that what the government is actually trying to

do is co-opt their precious resources to carry out what should be federal officers' job. "That's just bogus," said California Rep. Zoe Lofgren when asked by CNN about Republicans' claim that sanctuary cities harbor criminals. "(Immigration and Customs Enforcement) has a job to enforce immigration laws, there's nothing that any state or locality can or should do to prevent them from enforcing immigration laws. What they want to do is commandeer state and locals to do their job for them, and a lot of police departments object to that because they need to build trust with communities." Democrats also slammed what they alleged was an effort to vilify undocumented immigrants, despite studies showing they are no more likely to commit crimes than the general population. "This bill perpetuates the ugly myth that immigrants are more dangerous and more likely to commit crimes than native Americans," New York Rep. Jerry Nadler said on the House floor. "This bill demonizes immigrants, punishes communities that seek to build trust between immigrants and law enforcement and allows indefinite detention, ... all while making us less safe." The sponsor of the bill, Vir-

ginia Rep. Bob Goodlatte, said that sanctuary cities are making the choice themselves to ignore safety. "It is a simple principle that if you are going to receive taxpayer dollars from the federal government to keep people safe, that you have got to follow the law and keep them safe," Goodlatte told reporters Thursday. "That's the reason why we do that." But it is unlikely the bills will pass the Senate. Kate's Law has been introduced before and failed to get the 60 votes needed to advance in the Senate last year. It did pick up three Democratic votes -- Indiana Sen. Joe Donnelly, North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp and West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin -- but to pass the Senate, Republicans would need five more Democrats to join all Republicans in voting yes. Other red-state Democrats have already voted against the bill. The sanctuary cities bill could garner even less support, as lawmakers protest the cuts in law enforcement funding.

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Health Care Bill Delayed NCLR Urges Constituents to Make Their Voices Heard During Recess

to the announcement that IGOPntheresponse Senate will delay its vote on the health bill, which would strip health coverage from 22 million Americans and cut more than $770 billion from Medicaid, NCLR (National Council of La Raza) President and CEO Janet Murguía issued the following statement: “The delayed vote on the Senate health bill is an opportunity for everyone who cares about health care in our nation to reach out during the July 4th Congressional recess and let their senators know that it is unacceptable for them to vote for legislation that would weaken our health care system. Any senator who is even considering supporting this devastating proposal must listen to their constituents’ fears about losing health coverage or paying significantly more in annual premiums and out-of-pocket costs for health care and medicine. The Senate Republicans should

not avoid hearing about the pain and suffering their legislation will cause. Medicaid is essential to Latino children—more than half of whom rely on Medicaid for their health coverage— and to working families, the ill, and the elderly. Latinos have a great deal to lose and we must tell our senators that we will hold them accountable for taking this coverage away from millions of Americans. I urge everyone to call their senators, show up at meetings or their district offices, and send email messages. There is so much at stake and we must do all we can to defeat the threat posed by this devastating bill.”

HNBA President: DREAMer Relief Still Only Temporary

NBA National President Pedro J. Torres-Díaz issued the following statement in response to new guidance from the Trump Administration that keeps in place the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA") program, which provides relief from deportation for undocumented immigrants commonly known as “DREAMers” who arrived to the United States as children. The guidance rescinded a different program, Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (“DAPA”), which was recently the subject of federal litigation. “While we welcome the latest guidance from the Trump Administration, which

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SOLICITUD Y PERMISO PRELIMINAR City of Lubbock, 1301 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401-3278, ha presentado una solicitud ante la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ, por sus siglas en inglés) para la expedición inicial de un Permiso Federal de Operación (en adelante denominado el Permiso) aplicación número 0546, Solicitud núm. 25835, con el propósito de operar para autorizar la operación de Texas Tech Cogeneration Facility, una instalación de servicios eléctricos. El área a la cual se refiere la solicitud está ubicada en 1201 Hartford Ave en la ciudad de Lubbock, Condado de (Lubbock, Texas. Este enlace a un mapa electrónico de la ubicación general del sitio o la instalación es proporcionado como una cortesía y no es parte de la solicitud o el aviso. Para la ubicación exacta, consulte la solicitud. http://www.tceq.texas.gov/ assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=33.583055&lng=-101.885&zoom=13&type=r. Esta solicitud fue recibida por la TCEQ el (Insert date application received by TCEQ - see cover letter for this information) de February 6, 2017. El propósito de un Permiso Federal de Operación es mejorar el acatamiento general con las normas que gobiernan el control de la contaminación atmosférica, claramente definiendo todos los requisitos aplicables como están definidos en el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas § 122.10 (30 TAC § 122.10, por sus siglas en inglés). El permiso preliminar, si es aprobado, codificará las condiciones bajo las cuales el área debe operar. El permiso no autorizará construcción nueva. El director ejecutivo de ha concluido la revisión técnica de la solicitud y ha hecho una decisión preliminar para preparar el permiso preliminar para la revisión y comentario público. El director ejecutivo de la TCEQ recomienda la expedición de este permiso preliminar. La solicitud de permiso, la declaración de base y el permiso preliminar estarán disponibles para ser revisados y copiados en la Oficina Central de la TCEQ, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building (Edificio) E, First Floor (primer Piso), Austin, Texas 78753, y en la Lubbock Regional Office, 5012 50th St. Suite 100, Lubbock, Texas 79414-3426; y the City of Lubbock Municipal Building, 1625 13th St, Lubbock, Texas 79401-3830, empezando el primer dìa de la publicación de este aviso. El permiso preliminar y la declaración de base están disponibles en el sitio de la TCEQ: www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/tvnotice En la oficina central y la oficina regional también puede revisar y copiar documentos pertinentes para el permiso preliminar, así como los permisos para la Evaluación de Nuevas Fuentes que han sido incorporados por referencia. Cualquier persona que tengan dificultades obteniendo estos materiales debido a restricciones para viajar pueden comunicarse con la sala de archivos de la Oficina Central al teléfono (512) 239-1540. COMENTARIOS/NOTIFICACIÓN PÚBLICA Y AUDIENCIA. Cualquier persona puede entregar comentarios públicos sobre el permiso preliminar. Comentarios relacionados a la exactitud, lo completo, y lo apropiado de las condiciones del permiso pueden resultar en cambios al permiso preliminar.

will bring some relief to current DACA recipients, temporary relief is still just temporary relief,” said HNBA National President Torres-Díaz. “We urge the Trump Administration to provide further certainty to applicants and recipients of DACA by committing to keeping the program running in the long term. Nonetheless, we know that the only permanent solution to our nation’s disjointed immigration policy, and to the unnecessary and painful separation of families, is for Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform that establishes sensible, speedy application processes and ensures that all people are treated with dignity and fairness. “We urge the Republican Ledesma Immigration and Democratic leadership Law Office, PLLC in Congress to come together to do what is Attorney/abogada right not only for immigrant Servicios de families in the Inmigración United States, Located at Pyramid Plaza, but for our na3223 S. Loop 289, tion’s reputaSuite 240-T, Lubbock, TX tion as a beacon of hope for (806) 589-3090 people everywww.ledesmaimmigration.com where.”

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Una persona que podría ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área del sitio del permiso puede solicitar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios. El propósito de la audiencia de notificación y comentarios es para proporcionar la oportunidad para entregar comentarios sobre el permiso preliminar. El permiso puede ser cambiado a razón de los comentarios relacionados a si el permiso provee el cumplimiento con el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas, Capítulo 122 (ejemplos pueden incluir que el permiso no tiene todos los requisitos aplicables que correspondan o si no se cumplieron los procedimientos de aviso público. La TCEQ puede otorgar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios con respecto a esta solicitud si una petición por escrito es presentada dentro de los treinta días después de la publicación del anuncio en el diario. La solicitud de audiencia debe incluir la base de la solicitud, incluyendo una descripción de como la persona puede ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área de la solicitud. La solicitud también debería especificar las condiciones del permiso borrador que son inapropiados o especificar como la decisión preliminar para expedir o denegar el permiso es inapropiado. Todos los asuntos razonablemente verificables deben ser planteados y todos los argumentos razonablemente disponibles deben ser entregados a no más tardar al final del período de comentarios públicos. Si se concede una audiencia de aviso y comentario, todos los individuos que presentaron comentarios por escrito o una solicitud de audiencia recibirán confirmación por escrito de la audiencia. Esta confirmación indicará la fecha, hora y lugar de la audiencia. Comentarios públicos por escrito y/o peticiones para una audiencia de aviso y comentarios deberían ser presentados a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental (TCEQ), Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk), MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, o por internet al www.tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html, dentro de treinta días después de la fecha de publicación en el periódico de este aviso. Si se comunica electrónicamente con la TCEQ, favor de notar que su correo electrónico, tal como su dirección de correo doméstico, formarán parte del archivo público de la agencia. Un aviso de la acción final propuesta que incluye una respuesta a los comentarios y denotando cualquier cambio al permiso preliminar, será enviado a todas las personas que hayan presentado comentarios públicos, una solicitud de audiencia o que hayan solicitado ser incluidos en la lista de correo. Este envío de correo también proveerá instrucciones para hacer peticiones públicas a la Agencia de Protección Ambiental (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés), para solicitar que la EPA se oponga a la expedición del permiso preliminar. Después de recibir una solicitud, la EPA solamente podrá objetar a la expedición de un permiso que no cumple con los requisitos aplicables o los requisitos del 30 TAC Capítulo 122. LISTA PARA ENVÍO DE CORREO. Aparte de entregar comentarios públicos, usted puede solicitar ser incluido en una lista para envío de correo con respecto a esta solicitud al enviar su petición a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk) a la dirección que se encuentra a continuación. Los que se se encuentran en la lista para envío de correo recibirán copias de avisos públicos futuros (si hay) para esta solicitud enviados por correo por el Secretario Oficial INFORMACIÓN. Para más información con respecto a esta solicitud de permiso o el proceso de permisos, favor de contactar la Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas), Programa de Educación del Público (Public Education Program), MC-108, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 o llamar sin cargo, al 1-800-687-4040. Puede obtener más información sobre City of Lubbock llamando a el señor Chris Sims al teléfono (806)775-2502. Fecha de Expedición: June 19, 2017

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712 BROADWAY: The Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on June 7, 2017, for the opening of the new Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Center. The Ceremony took place at 712 Broadway. Congratulations!

CELEBRATING GROWTH: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center broke ground June 9th for new buildings that will bring additional opportunities for education and research initiatives plus create a more seamless campus experience for students and visitors. The $85.9 million project will consist of three parts: a north expansion that will create two new buildings north of the existing TTUHSC building, a west expansion that will add additional facilities to the existing TTUHSC building and the creation of a boulevard entrance to campus for accessibility. Lubbock County is records preservation, criminal justice, law enforcement, detention, probation, addiction and recovery, courts, prosecutors, forensic science, legal experts, accounting, management, information technology, transportation and customer service professionals.

www.annualcreditreport.com. This is the only authorized online source for a free credit report. Under federal law, you can get a free report from each of the three national credit reporting companies every 12 months. You can also call 877-322-8228. 2. Pay your bills on time. One of the most important things you can do to improve your credit score is pay your bills by the due date. You can set up automatic payments from your bank account to help you pay on time, but be sure you have enough money in your account to avoid overdraft fees. 3. Understand how your credit score is determined. Your credit score is usually based on the answers to these questions: Do you pay your bills on time? The answer to this question is very important. If you have paid bills late, have had an account referred to a collection agency, or have ever declared bankruptcy, this history will show up in your credit report. What is your outstanding debt? Many scoring models compare the amount of debt you have and your credit limits. If the amount you owe is close to your credit limit, it is likely to have a negative effect on your score. How long is your credit history? A short credit history may have a negative effect on your score, but a short history

can be offset by other factors, such as timely payments and low balances. Have you applied for new credit recently? If you have applied for too many new accounts recently, that may negatively affect your score. However, if you request a copy of your own credit report, or if creditors are monitoring your account or looking at credit reports to make prescreened credit offers, these inquiries about your credit history are not counted as applications for credit. How many and what types of credit accounts do you have? Many credit-scoring models consider the number and type of credit accounts you have. A mix of installment loans and credit cards may improve your score. However, too many finance company accounts or credit cards might hurt your score. 4. Learn the legal steps you must take to improve your credit report. The Federal Trade Commission’s “Building a Better Credit Report” has information on correcting errors in your report, tips on dealing with debt and avoiding scams--and more. 5. Beware of credit-repair scams. Sometimes doing it yourself is the best way to repair your credit. The Federal Trade Commission’s “Credit Repair: SelfHelp May Be Best” explains how you can improve your creditworthiness and lists legitimate resources for low-cost or no-cost help.

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Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff. All information will be held in strict confidence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 745-1637. LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The LITC does not assist in any criminal tax matters, or prepare tax returns. For other information contact: Nancy Mojica, at (806) 8347972 or toll free (800) 420-8037. FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 Ninth St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, are available. BOARDS & COMMISSIONS City of Lubbock has committee positions open Please visit www.ci.lubbock. tx.us/ for more information, or all your council representative.

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fter slipping for two years, A the share of board of director appointees from underrepresented

groups at Fortune 500 companies has surpassed its old record. Twenty-two percent of new board director appointees last year were African-American, Hispanic or Latino or Asian American, according to a new study from executive search f i r m Heid r ick & Struggles‘ new B o a r d Monitor report, up from 21.4% in 2013. While the share of AfricanAmerican appointees was virtually unchanged from 2015 at 9.3%, Hispanic or Latino and Asian American appointees saw significant gains. Each group grew to 6.4%, up from 4.0% and 4.8% respectively. The new data also shows a reversal of a downward trend that began in 2014, when the share of board appointees from underrepresented groups fell to 18.6%, and 2015, when it fell again to 18.1%. While the report shows some progress for underrepresented groups, regardless of gender, it also represents a step back for women on Fortune 500 boards. Women accounted for 27.8% of board appointments in 2016, losing two percentage points from 2015. Because of this, Board Monitor had to add six years to its estimate of when Fortune 500 companies will achieve gender parity among their board of director appointees.

Of the 39 African-American board appointees in 2016, onethird were at industrial Fortune 500 companies. Companies in the consumer industry accounted for 12% of Hispanic or Latino/a appointees. And Asian-Americans saw the most appointments, 28%, at technology companies. The conversation about diversity in the overall tech workforce, especially technical workers, tends to focus on advocating for A f r ic a n American and Hispanic or Latino workers and treats A s i a n Americans like part of the majority. It's not entirely unwarranted. While Asian Americans account for 5.5 of the overall U.S. population, they account for up to 39% of technicians and 32% of the overall workforce at Twitter. One of the common misconceptions about overt efforts to increase board diversity is the belief that it will lower the bar, ushering in appointees without experience for the sake of optics. The numbers in the new report provide some evidence that this hasn't been the case. While the share of AfricanAmerican, Hispanic or Latino and Asian board directors rose from 18% to 22% from 2015 to 2016, the share of appointees with prior experience went from 64% to 75% over the same time period. Most of the first-timers were at consumer companies, 35%; industrial, 25%; and financial services, 15%.

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Virus, the City of Lubbock wants to remind the public to avoid mosquito bites by doing the following: • Cover Up! Wear long sleeve shirts, long pants, and socks. Spray outer clothing with repellent when going outdoors. • Avoid! Limit time outdoors during dusk and dawn. Many mosquitoes bite at these times. • Spray! Spray insect repellent containing DEET, or picaridin. The higher percentage of DEET, the longer the protection will last. • Drain! Just a small amount of standing water is enough for a mosquito to lay her eggs in. Look

around weekly for standing water in pots, saucers, cans, tarps, tires, pet water bowls, rain gutters, etc. Mosquitoes can be vectors of such diseases as West Nile Virus and Encephalitis. See your doctor if you develop symptoms such as headache, high fever, stiffness of the neck, mental confusion, muscle weakn e s s , or tremors. City of Lubbock Vector Control staff monitors mosquito activity in all areas of the city. Mosquito spraying takes place, weather permitting, in areas of heavy mosquito activity first, then in other areas of the city and county. To report mosquitoes, call the mosquito hot line at 775-3110.

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ado que la zona ha recibido D lluvias recientes, y la la amenaza de virus Zika, la ciudad

de Lubbock quiere recordar a la opinión pública para evitar las picaduras de mosquitos mediante el siguiente procedimiento: • Use camisas de manga larga, pantalones largos y calcetines. Rocíe la ropa con repelente de exterior al salir al aire libre. • Limite el tiempo al aire libre durante el anochecer y el amanecer. Muchos mosquitos pican en estos momentos. • Aplique repelente con DEET o Picaridin. El mayor porcentaje de DEET, más tiempo durará la protección. • Vaciar el agua estancada. Sólo una pequeña cantidad de agua estancada es suficiente para que un mosquito para poner sus huevos. Mira a tu alrededor semanal de

agua estancada en vasijas, platos, latas, lonas, neumáticos, bebederos para mascotas, canales de agua lluvia, etc Los mosquitos pueden ser vectores de enfermedades como el Virus del Nilo Occidental y la encefalitis. Consulte a su médico si presenta síntomas tales como dolor de cabeza, fiebre alta, rigidez del cuello, confusión mental, debilidad muscular o temblores. Ciudad de Lubbock personal de Control de Vectores controla la actividad del mosquito en todas las zonas de la ciudad. Mosquito fumigación se lleva a cabo, el tiempo lo permite, en las áreas de actividad de mosquitos pesada primero, luego en otras zonas de la ciudad y del condado. Para informar de mosquitos, llame a la línea directa de mosquito en 775-3110.

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ties, the warm weather and the loud, vibrant fireworks can put anyone in a good mood. Many people can be found firing up the grill, preparing a feast for the festive occasion. Even though it’s a holiday, that doesn’t mean eating right needs to be put on the back burner. Here are a few tips to keep the 4th fun and healthy! Try using whole wheat buns and choosing lean meats, such as lean ground beef, turkey or even chicken for burgers. Grilling marinated shrimp or chicken skewers with added veggies is always a crowd pleaser. Combining whole-grain pasta, broccoli and other colorful veggies

makes for a healthier pasta salad. It is also important to practice portion control. For example, try splitting a steak with a friend, or consuming a ¼-lb burger made with extra-lean ground sirloin, instead of a ⅓or ½-lb burger. Don’t forget about exercise! Make it fun by going swimming, taking a walk, riding a bike, or organizing a relay race in a local park or backyard BBQ. Remember to stay hydrated and avoid exercising outside at peak temperatures.

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RESOURCE AND HEALTH FAIR Saturday July 15th, 2017, 10:00-2:00, Abundant Grace Church 1011 N. I-27, Plainview, TX 79072. Hosted by Resource Health Network, Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, and Abundant Grace. Organizations must register by Friday, June 30th to guarantee space at the event. For questions call Sylvia Chavez at 806-293-8491 or Dora Garcia-Ruiz at 806293-8561, ext. 1231. "FREE NUTRITION PROGRAM includes 4 nutrition classes, 4 dietitian appointments, and 1 cooking class. Receive a $60 gift card by meeting income guidelines. All classes will be at Catholic Charities main office on 102 Ave J, August 1,8,15,22 at 10am. Cooking classes are Aug 7 & 14 at 5pm. To RSVP call 806-370-3385 or email learntocook@cclubbock.org." 27TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA), which has empowered millions of Americans with disabilities to live more independently, with LifeRun will hold a celebration Friday, July 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY EXAM Early Detection is the key surviving Breast Cancer and Covenant Health’s Mobile Mammography exam unit is performing mammogram screenings on: Thursday, July 27, 2017, in the morning at United Supermarket, 50th & Ave. Q. To schedule an appointment, please call: 877-494-4797 or 806-725-6579. Financial Assistance is available. FREE CLINIC at Lubbock Impact The Free Clinic holds a free doctors clinic every Wednesday at 34th Street and Boston Avenue. Registration begins at 4 PM. Patients must be 18 and older and medically uninsured to receive free medications and doctors visits. For more information, please call (806) 7994320. 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. Call 762-1805 for more info. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Family Guidance & Outreach Center provides free anger management classes on Mondays and parenting classes on Tuesdays in the evenings unless otherwise noted. All classes begin promptly at 6:30 PM. No childcare provided. #5 Briercroft Office Park. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. Visit us online: www. familyguidancecenterlubbock.org. FREE ZUMBA CLASSES FOR LADIES ONLY Mondays, Tuesdays at 7 pm, at Emmanuel Worship Center Activity Center, 1102 70th. FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by the Lubbock Dream Center. Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7:00-8:00 P.M. For more info call 806-793.3336. General office hours are Mon. thru Thurs. from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.

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ummertime and the livS ing’s not easy for your skin. The body’s largest organ must

stay tough enough at this time of year to protect against dehydration, weather, and insects, yet soft enough to caress. Even more important is protecting against skin cancer. While fairer skin is most likely to suffer sunburns associated with melanoma, a potentially deadly skin cancer, ultraviolet (UV) rays may also affect darker skin even without sunburn, according to the American Cancer Society. While they have a lower incidence of skin cancer,

Hispanics and African Americans have higher death rates from the disease, often because the cancers are found at later stages, says the National Cancer Institute. Here are ways to care for your skin. Make sure to wear sunscreen in uncovered areas. For swimming and activities that make you sweat, SPF 30 to 45 is considered adequate. Antibiotics, antihistamines, and antidepressants may increase skin sensitivity to the sun. Resulting irregular pigmentation, more common with darker skin, can be treated with prescrip-

tion fade creams. Seawater, wind, and chemicals in pools can be rough on skin. After exposure, start with a shower and then apply moisturizer. Baby oil is a simple and economical moisturizer. Harvard researchers say the antioxidant lutein, found in dark-green leafy vegetables, can protect skin. Green tea extract applied topically seems to prevent UV-induced skin inflammation. With a little extra attention, your skin will keep you covered—not only in the summer but all year long.

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ost are well aware of the danger the powerful summertime sun poses to skin; less attention, however, is given to eyes. Be sure to give your peepers the care they deserve by not only donning a pair

of appropriate sunglasses, but also scheduling a comprehensive eye examination at least once a year. Your doctor should check for cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.

a mayor parte de las persoL nas están conscientes de los peligros a los que expone a la piel

cen, no sólo al ponerse un par de anteojos de sol adecuados, sino también al hacerse un examen integral de la vista, por lo menos, una vez al año. Su médico debe comprobar si tiene cataratas, degeneración macular y glaucoma.

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resistente para protegerse contra la deshidratación, el tiempo y los insectos. A la vez, debe mantenerse suave para ser agradable al tacto. Lo más importante es proteger la piel contra el cáncer. Según la Sociedad Americana del Cáncer, aunque las personas de piel más clara son más propensas a padecer de quemaduras de sol relacionadas con el melanoma —un cáncer potencialmente mortal—, los rayos ultravioletas (UV) también pueden afectar a las personas de piel más oscura sin causar quemaduras. Y si bien la incidencia de cáncer de piel entre los hispanos y afroamericanos es más baja, la tasa de mortali-

dad es, a menudo, más alta porque se detecta en estado más avanzado, según el Instituto Nacional del Cáncer. He aquí algunos consejos para que su laboriosa piel reciba la atención especial que merece. Vístase bien. Con los avances de la tecnología, el tejido de algunas prendas de vestir está hecho para ofrecer protección contra los rayos solares, además de servir como repelente de insectos. Use cremas de protección solar en las áreas no cubiertas por las prendas. Utilice factores SPF mayores (entre 30 y 45 es adecuado) si cree que va a sudar o si nadará. Tenga presente que algunos medicamentos como, por ejemplo, los antibióticos, antihistamínicos y antidepresivos pueden incrementar la

sensibilidad de la piel al sol. Las piscinas, el agua de mar y el viento pueden afectar la piel. Hidrátela después de exponerse a estos factores. Comience con una ducha. Posteriormente, aplique una crema hidratante. Coma, beba y sea feliz. Investigadores de Harvard afirman que la luteína, antioxidante presente en los vegetales de hojas verde oscuro, puede ayudar a proteger la piel. Y parece que el extracto de té verde evita la inflamación de la piel asociada con los rayos ultravioletas, cuando se aplica localmente, destacan los investigadores. Con un poco más de atención, su piel lo protegerá no sólo durante el verano, sino todo el año.

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Education/ Educación Education & Scholarship Updates

On: American Culture per"A s o n of Mexican,

Puerto Rican, Cuban, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race” - the definition of Hispanic. A few months back, I wrote on the values of our Hispanic heritage and the importance of celebrating it. Yes, it is important to celebrate our Hispanic heritage, but it is just as important to celebrate our American culture. We may not always agree with the US government

policies, we may complain about where we live, and we may not always love to be here in the US. We have undeniable freedoms, we are not ruled by tyrannical dictators, we are the homeland of the brave and the free, and we have liberty. Our American heritage coexists with our Hispanic heritage, they are inseparable and you need to celebrate both and love both. They make us who we are and give us our traditions and values. So, this Fourth of July, go out and celebrate being an American. Be patriotic. Xavier Gomez - 16, attends Lubbock High where he is a junior. He is involved with UIL. His future aspirations are to be a chemical engineer, at Stanford University. He is the son of Mark & Erlinda Gomez

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lowater, I could meet my leader at Shallowater High School. I call her my leader because many times I would fall half way my success path and she never gave up on me. Her name is Mrs. Tammy Pickering and just like she would say "Me and her go way back." When I heard about Region 17 I don't know something kept telling me that was my way to go and I gave it a try. I felt I had to keep my promise to Mrs. Pickering a promise I made about five years back. Without knowing as I walked into orientation my leader was there. Then that's when I realized I had made the best decision. I did everything I could - studied hard and achieved my goal to pass my test even if I failed to pass at times I did not give up, that is not the only thing that makes this school great and awesome its all the staff each one of them play an important part. Thanks to all of them and Leo Flores along with Eddie Anaya my uncle and Executive Director of Learn Inc. In August I will be attending Lubbock's South Plains Collage to obtain my degree in Office Administration. The entire staff has helped each one of us the best they can. I learned with many other students about Office and Administration during my Internship. I learned to better communicate with other students and teachers and encouraged other students to love school as much as I did and achieved my goal. Now they are all siting here and are ready to receive their diploma along with me, and stand with pride and say, "I did it and the time does not matter what matter is that I did it and now I’m a graduate, ready to continue my journey and brighten my future."

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POOLS OPEN May 30 – Visit Clapp, Montelongo, Simmons or Maxey Pools this summer! Open TuesdaySunday from 1-6 p.m. daily! $2 for youth 17 and under, $2.50 for adults! FIT 4 FUN KID’S TRIATHLON Open for Registration is open for the 2017 triathlon, beginning at 7:30 a.m. July 15, kids will test their endurance at the Robert H. Ewalt Student Recreation Center, located on Main Street just east of Indiana Avenue. Age groups will compete in different distances. The cost is $20 for the first child and $15 for additional child from same family. Register online, or submit through the Fit/Well office at the recreation center. For more information about the Fit 4 Fun Kid’s Triathlon and preparation tips visit the triathlon webpage or contact the Fit/Well office at (806) 742-3828. KIDS FISHING 101 Learn everything there is to know about fishing! Lubbock’s Fishing Future and Los Hermanos Familia will be offering a two-part class on the basics of fishing, kinds of fish, nature and the environment, and bait and casting. This class will be taught by Certified Angler Educators. Parent participation encouraged. Ages 5-17 (2 hrs/class, 2 weeks) 10 a.m. at Trejo Center. Free Part I - 7/22, Part II - 7/29 FREE DIGITAL LIBRARY To assure that all students have access to reading material, myON has partnered with Latino Lubbock Magazine, and Los Hermanos Familia to offer a free online digital library this summer! Thousands of online digital books in English and Spanish can be accessed for FREE. Here's what to do: Step 1: Go to: www.myon.com/library/browse.html Step 2: Enter School Name: Read to Grow Step 3: Enter Username: latinolubbock Step 4: Enter Password: myon Step 5: Browse and enjoy thousands of digital books and "read to grow!"

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offering free summer meals to all kids and teens ages 18 and younger at almost 40 sites – including schools, churches, recreation centers, parks, and more – across Lubbock all summer long. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of children who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch during the school year participated in the free Summer Meals program last year. Many Summer Meals sites, which are registered with the USDA, offer fun learning and recreational activities so kids and teens can eat a healthy meal while staying active and hanging out with friends. Program details: ▪Meals are FREE to children and teens ages 18 and younger who

come to a Summer Meals site ▪ Food served follows USDA nutrition guidelines and is paid for by the USDA ▪Parents don’t need to apply to the program to get a free summer meal for their kids. They can just bring their child to a Summer Meals site in their community. Summertime should be a stressfree time for parents and kids, full of food, friends and fun. The attached list provides information on all the Lubbock County summer meal sites. Free Summer Meals can help. Families can also visit https://www.lubbockisd.org/ summermeals (this site provides a map with meal sites, dates, and times of operations), call 211, or text FOODTX to 877-877 to find the nearest meal site.

1 Guidance Counselor - Your first stop in looking for college scholarships should be your High School's Guidance Counselor. They have access to a lot of scholarship information, especially for local schools. 2 Your Local Library - Most libraries have several college scholarship guides. Some can be checked out and some are in the Reference section. 3 Internet Search - The internet is great because it can help you narrow down the large number of available scholarships. Start by searching "postmarked by May 1, 2009" +scholarship (or whatever date you wish). This is the date that applications must be submitted. 4 Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholar-

ships on the net. It probably is, as it lists thousands of scholarships. Fastweb allows you to identify favorites to work on, and it has direct links to the scholarship sites. It also lists scholarships by closing date. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarshoips become available. A good resource. And it's free. 5 Amazon.com - Search "scholarships" under the Books section and you will get a long list of scholarship guides. 6 Clubs, Groups, Churches Local businesses, groups or clubs often give college scholarship money to local students. 7 Latino Lubbock Magazine Monthly we place scholarship info in the Education & Scholarship Update.

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Martinez Brothers Achieve Eagle Scout Level BY LILLY QUIROZ FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

win brothers Christian T Christopher Martinez joined the South

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Plains Cub Scouts, a younger division for Boys Scouts of America, when they were 11 years old. Christian and Christopher have now joined the same ranks as astronaut Neil Armstrong, former President Gerald R. Ford, and American journalist Ray Suarez. Today, at the age of 18, they are Eagle Scouts, the highest rank they can attain. Patrick Tran, the district director for South Plains Boy Scout Council, said only four percent of Boy Scouts are awarded this rank. In order to attain this rank, a Boy Scout must demonstrate mastery in leadership, service, and outdoor skills. This is accomplished by earning at least 21 out of 120 merit badges. The Martinez brothers each earned 27 badges. Additionally, a Boy Scout must attend Scoutmaster conferences and demonstrate responsibility through service projects. The Eagle Scouts described themselves as shy before joining Troop 575. Marcelino Martinez, the father to Christian and Christopher, said he noticed his sons coming out of their shell within two years of being part of Cub Scouts. He said his sons would have probably been very different if they had not joined the Boy Scouts. The boys said their proudest moment while being part of the organization was receiving the Eagle Scout rank. Christopher said they invested their time, dedication, and sacrifice to receive the honored rank. Christopher said he does not have to live with the regret of not attaining the Eagle Scout rank like many others do. “I’m an Eagle Scout,” Christopher said. “I’m proud to be one and I’m grateful to be one.” Christopher recalls his best mem-

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ory as a Boy Scout when he attended the National Youth Leadership training. He was able to learn leadership skills and work with people he did not previously know, so he

said it made him more social. Now, Christopher believes he is the more outgoing twin. Christian described their backpacking trip to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico as one of his favorite memories. Marcelino Martinez also attended this backpacking trip, and he said that he saw his sons grow by encouraging one another. They each had to carry bags weighing 60 to 80 pounds up and down mountains. He said his sons shared the load when the other twin was struggling. Christian also said he has enjoyed meeting new people, camping, and learning new skills that helped him to become a better person. “It has helped me step out of my comfort zone to explore new things,” Christian said. Christian said that he and his brother joined the Boy Scouts to do something together as a family. Marcelino Martinez said he and his father did not have a lot of bonding time. He said that in his day and age, especially Hispanic fathers would work all the time. “I told myself I’m not going to be that father that doesn’t do anything with his kids,” the dad said. The Eagle Scouts’ dad said he was able to accomplish that through the bonding time that the Boy Scouts presented. He said he has done things like hike and camp; activi-

ties that he was never able to do with his father. “What my boys are actually teaching me,” the dad said, “it’s a blessing. There are things that I missed with my father that I’m now doing with my boys.” Christian and Christopher both agreed there are not many Latinos involved in Boy Scouts. However, Christian said he plans to continue to help out with Troop 575. He said he would like to encourage more Latino boys to join the organization. According to statistics provided by the South Plains Council, 52.7 percent of local boy scouts are white, 38.8 percent are Hispanic, 5.8 percent are black, 1.3 percent are Asian, and 1.3 are other. Nathan Baie, scout executive and CEO for the South Plains Council of Boy Scouts of America, said the organization’s goal is to embrace diversity. “Diversity within Scouting helps to reinforce the necessary understanding that everyone matters, regardless of skin color, age, religion or whatever else may make someone appear to be different. At the end of the day, finding simple ways to acknowledge that bringing people from a variety backgrounds with unique experiences together builds a stronger organization.” The scouts’ dad said he is very proud to know that his sons are getting something out of scouting. He said, “I feel more at ease for them to be on their own. I think they are more prepared.” Currently juniors at Lubbock Cooper High School, the Eagle Scouts said they plan on attending South Plains College. Christian would like to become a police officer and Christopher would like to become a physical therapist assistant. “It’s because it’s helping people,” Christopher said, “and in Scouts, that’s what we do. I just want to continue helping people.” Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Summer Camp Opportunities BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS SUMMER CAMP Ted Phea (1801 E. 24th St.) and Optimist Clubs (3301 Cornell St.) M-F 9 am - 6 pm, camp is for 6 to 18 year olds. Summer hours will be Monday -Friday 9 am -6 pm, cost is $25 for entire summer and field trips additional lunch and snack will be offered. John Wilson Club (3221 59th St.) M-F 7:30 am - 6 pm, camp is for 6 to 12 year olds - Cost is $80 each week this includes a weekly field trip and swimming and breakfast, lunch and snack offered. SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAMLUBBOCK DREAM CENTER Every day from 12-1, FREE LUNCH is available for any kid under 18, and then from 3-3:30, they are allowed back to get a free snack and juice. Programs are sign up only. Visit www.cotrlubbock.com and find “Events” and “Action Summer Program.” DREAM CENTER ACTION AFTER SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS FREE after school care Monday/Wednesday from 1-5pm for Elementary student, and Tuesday/Thursday from 1-5pm for Middle and High School students. Activities include outdoor sports, basketball, theatre programs, gaming, arts and crafts, healthy snack programs, and much more. Programs are sign up only. Visit www.cotrlubbock.com and find “Events” and “Action Summer Program.” GENER ATI ON TECH: FUEL THE FUTURE is an innovative renewable energy camp for grades 9-12. Young scholars an introducted to the field of renewable energy and an opportunity to consider renewable energy technologies as a future academic pursuit. Campers experience university life, hands-on classes and recreational activities. The session will be July 9-14. Visit www.ideal.ttu.edu to register. SHAKE HANDS WITH YOUR FUTURE is a summer residential camp for academically talented students. Students experience university life and attend two classes. The camp includes field trips, and recreational activities. Session I: Grades 4-7, July 16-20. Session II: Grades 8-12, July 23-27. Visit www.ideal.ttu.edu to register. ART FACTORY SUMMER CAMP Treat your child to a week long art adventure at our Art Factory Summer Camps! Half-day sessions: $70, 8am -12pm or 1pm -5pm. All day sessions: $110, 8am -5pm. All-day campers will need to bring a sack lunch and water bottle. It will be at the Garden and Arts Center Center on 4215 University. Call 806-767-3724 for more information. YOUTH MINI CAMP Spend 1 hour in an art class working on creative projects using a wide variety of media. Then spend 30 minutes playing recreational games

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such as soccer, basketball, kickball and more. Pre Registration required. Camps run Mon-Thur in four week sessions from 1:00pm - 2:30pm starting May 30. It will be at the Hodges Community Center on 4011 University. Call 806-767-3706 for more information. Register at https://apm.activecommunities.com/lubbockparksandrec. SCIENCE SPECTRUM SCIENCE CAMP The Science Spectrum offers a variety of science camps throughout the year. This summer there are camps for ages 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Pre-registration is required. Pricing is by age and membership ages 4-5 member $60, non-member $69; ages 6-12 member $105, non-member $120. BRIDGE 2 SUCCESS SUMMER SPORTS DAY CAMP The camp is FREE Weekdays 8am-3pm. Open for grades 6th-12th from July 5-21. For more information contact (806) 687-0772. BRIDGE 2 SUCCESS OVERNIGHT CAMP The camp is FREE and located at Crossview Christian Camp in Dickens, TX. Open for grades 6th-12th from July 24-28. For more information contact (806) 687-0772. SWIMMING LESSONS Will be held at Clapp Pool on Tues-Fri, July 11-21, at 11-11:45 am or 6-6:45 pm, $40/child, Ages 4 – 12. Sign up at the Parks and Recreation Office located at 1611 10th Street. For more information, call 806-775-2670. HIGH POINT VILLAGE SUMMER CAMP Fun in the Sun camp for elementary summer camp, July 10 – 13, and Art Camp June 19-22. $55 for both camps. For more information visit http://highpointvillage.org/summer-camp/. SmART CAMPS The Lubbock Arts Alliance is teaching kids filmmaking, cosplay fabrication, comic book styled art, and more. Each session is $100.00 for 5 days starting July 10. Recommended for ages 8-15. Session 1: 9am-12pm and Session 2: 1pm-3pm. For registration visit http://www. planetreg.com/E51711192531951. SCHOOL OF ROCK LUBBOCK CAMPS Learn the nuts and bolts of live performance. Camps are accommodating for all levels of players from the ages of 7-17. 5-Day camps run Monday - Friday from 9 am to 3 pm, with a concert at SoR Lubbock on Friday around 2:15 p.m. Cost $70. Call 806-795-0506

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Los Hermanos Familia Sponsors Fitness Equipment for Buddy Holly Lake

BY AMARIS GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

os Hermanos Familia (LHF), a commuL nity-based nonprofit whose objective is Strengthening Families, Building Community,

is addressing health disparities and access to fitness equipment in North Lubbock where there are no fitness gyms, The group purchased fitness equipment that will be placed in Buddy Holly Park. “Los Hermanos Familia recognizes that the equipment will provide citizens a chance to enrich their health and quality of life,” said Christy Martinez-Garcia, President and Founder of LHF. Formerly the chair of the City of Lubbock Parks and Rec Board, she was introduced to the outdoor fitness equipment located at Maxey Park. So, when she received a report about the growing health disparities of Hispanic families, and the growing concerns with Diabetes, heart disease, and child obesity, she committed to doing something. Unfortunately, the city would not budget for equipment in North Lubbock. As such, she began to raise funds to purchase the HealthBeat Outdoor Fitness Equipment. Later, encouraging the LHF board to join her effort. They chose Buddy Holly Lake as the site for the equipment. “Many families and individuals come to the lake for walking and enjoying the outdoor environment, and to our annual fishing event,” said Martinez-Garcia. “They can now add fitness equipment as another choice for fitness and relaxation,” she added. Martinez-Garcia pointed out the numerous benefits that can be realized through the outdoor fitness equipment including physical health, mental health, social function, youth development, environmental and economic impacts. Not to mention that the installation of the equipment is designed to fit seamlessly into a Copyright 2017 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

space which is near other park elements such as the walking track or path like the one surrounding Buddy Holly Lake, at North University and Cesar E. Chavez Drive. “We want to provide citizens with opportunities for relaxation, as well as encourage enjoyment, health, physical fitness and personal well-being - all important goals and values of Los Hermanos Familia,” said Martinez-Garcia. The equipment will be installed in the natural, outdoor setting and is designed for the beginner, intermediate and advanced user, ages 13 and up. LHF selected 10 pieces of equipment that will work all muscle types as one progresses through the circuit. This equipment includes balance steps, a cardio stepper, squat press, plyometrics, Tai Chi wheels, chest/back press, assisted row/push-up, pull-up/dip and ab crunch/ leg lift, stretch station, and a mobility station. She said that they believe the need for such an amenity in North Lubbock will be met by a user group that has little or no access to such fitness equipment. "This proposed site will allow users from all over the community to have more convenient access to fitness equipment from sunrise until midnight, free of charge," she emphasized. She added that this project received most of the funds through a grant by the Caprock Foundation, as well as donations from Latino Lubbock Magazine, and fund-raisers held by LHF. Martinez-Garcia said that the organization is still accepting any donations through a Go Fund Me page to help offset some of the costs, but regardless the fitness equipment should be installed in July. She concluded that the City of Lubbock Parks & Rec accepted the gift from Los Hermanos Familia, and will use staff to install the equipment - commence construction of concrete pads/bases for the equipment, as well as maintain the area. “We hope that the public will utilize this gift and strive for healthier living.”

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Precautions for a Safe Summer

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damper on your outdoor adventures. Learn to identify them so you can avoid them. You can decrease your risk by using protective clothing, such as a long pants, long-sleeved shirt and vinyl gloves, as well as barrier lotions/creams. Bicycling is a fun activity and a practical, environmentally-friendly form of transportation. Whether out for a Sunday ride or commuting to work, ride smart at all times, and observe the basic rules of the road. To protect the brain and skull from injury, wear a helmet during recreational activities that involve wheels, concrete or asphalt. Wearing a bike helmet reduces the risk of brain injury by 88% and reduces the risk of injury to the face by 65%. A properly-fitting helmet sits directly on the head above the eyebrows and buckles tightly around the chin. Many summer injuries occur in and around water. It’s a good idea to always wear a life jacket. Obey all posted rules and regulations, and always swim with other people. Never swim alone.

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VACUNAS: Las leyes estatales requieren que su gato o perro reciba la vacuna contra la rabia, una vez al año. Su animal debe recibir cuidado regular de un veterinario para prevenir o tratar enfermedades o lesiones. Siga las recomendaciones del veterinario en lo que se relacionada al cuidado preventivo, incluyendo las vacunas para prevenir enfermedades. IDENTIFIACIÓN: Mantenga una identificación con su perro. Esta identificación deberá contener el nombre del animal, su teléfono y su dirección. Si su perro se pierde o lo recoge el control de animales, Ud. lo puede recuperar más rápidamente si la información se encuentra disponible. Para prevenir lesiones accidentales o muerte, su gato debe tener una identificación en un collar que se pueda abrir fácilmente. Recuerde: los animales a nuestro cuidado, dependen de nosotros para sobrevivir y para su felicidad. (In Emglish, p. 20) July/julio 2017, Vol. 11, Issue 7

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Summer Care for Your Family Pets ummer is a S time for both you and your pet to

Make sure your pet is always wearing a collar and identification tag. If you are separated from your pet, an ID tag may very well be his or her ticket home. Check with your veterinarian to see if your pets should be taking heartworm prevention medication. Heartworm disease, which is transmitted by mosquitoes, can be fatal in both dogs and cats. Pets and pools can equal disaster. Prevent free access to pools and always supervise a pet in a pool. Provide plenty of water and shade for your pets while they’re enjoying the great outdoors so they can stay cool. Another summertime threat is fleas and ticks. Use only flea and t i c k treatments recommended by your veterinarian. Some over-thecounter flea and tick products can be toxic, even when used according to instructions. Pets can get sunburned too, and your pet may require sunscreen on his or her nose and ear tips. Pets with light-colored noses or light-colored fur on their ears are particularly vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer. Don’t take your pets to crowded summer events such as concerts or fairs. The loud noises and crowds, combined with the heat, can be stressful and dangerous for pets. For your pet’s well being, leave her at home. Be especially aware of these threats during holidays, such as the Fourth of July.

enjoy the sunshine and outdoors, but along with the fun, the season also offers up situations that can endanger your pet. By taking precautions, you can decrease the chance that disaster will happen. The Human Society of the United States (HSUS) offers these tips for pet owners to keep their furry friends safe this summer. In nice weather you may be tempted to take your pet with you in the car while you travel or do errands. But during warm weather, the inside of your car can reach 120° in a matter of minutes, even if you’re parked in the shade. This can mean real trouble for your companion animals left in the car. Dogs and cats can’t perspire and can only dispel heat by panting and through the pads of their feet. Pets who are left in hot cars even briefly can suffer from heat exhaustion, heat stroke, brain damage, and can even die. Summer is often a time when people fertilize their lawns and work in their gardens. But beware: Plant food, fertilizer, and insecticides can be fatal if your pet ingests them. In addition, more than 700 plants can produce physiologically active or toxic substances in sufficient amounts to cause harmful effects in animals. With people and dogs spending more time outside, dog bites are likely to increase in the summer months. Spaying or neutering your dog reduces the likelihood that he will bite and provides many other health benefits.

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triarch of the historic Mendez, et al v. Westminster school desegregation case passed away last week. Virginia Guzman was 100 years old when God called la doña to assume her place in Heaven with the rest of the Latino fathers and mothers who made civil rights history in Orange County over 70 years ago. Guzman was born in Santa Ana and attended a Mexican-only school, Fremont Elementary, in an era where school officials across Orange County subjected brown children to subpar learning conditions. As a kid, her principal would hit students with a rubber hose for speaking Spanish. Those memories were fresh in Virginia's mind when her son, Billy, was required to attend Fremont in the mid1940s. She took it upon herself to ask school officials about moving her son to a white, better school. When they declined, she and her husband William organized parents to try and convince the Santa

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Ana School Board to end their Mexican-only schools. When that didn't work, the Guzmans unsuccessfully filed their own lawsuit to fight school segregation years before anyone else. And when that didn't work, Virginia pulled her son from public schools, instead enrolling him in a Catholic one. "They didn't care porque somos Mexicanos," Virginia told a researcher decades later. "The Whites, they didn't care. They didn't care at all." My parents also were involved with REACT this was a civil service club which used ham radios. My parents handle was Tortilla flats. Virginia and William connected with parents in Westminster, El Modena, and Garden Grove and filed Mendez et al v. Westminster School District, which helped to end school segregation in California. But scholars shamefully ignored the story of Virginia and her husband for decades, focusing instead—if they ever bothered to pay attention to the case—on only

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os Hermanos Familia will L hold the 3rd Annual West Texas Latino

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Artist Art Show & Día de Los Muertos Celebración on Sunday, October 29, 2017. The event will showcase the work of Latino artist, offer a cultural experience through local performers – traditional and modern; hold a unique Día de Los Muertos cake decorating contest; offer products from participating vendors; as well as

provide children’s activities that offer cultural understanding, showcase classic cars, and more. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, showcasing art, performing, building an altar, entering the cake competition, volunteering, or showcasing your car – please contact us immediately as limited space will be available. For more info visit www. loshermanosfamilia.org, or call (806)792-1212.

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the Mendez family and relegating the contributions of the other familias to their last names. I wrote about this brown-washing of history back in 2009, and nearly a decade later, there's still no public monument at Fremont Elementary (which is now a different campus because the school Virginia and Billy attended was demolished during the 1970s) or anywhere in Santa Ana that marks the Guzman's contributions to history. Virginia also got interviewed for a documentary at Fullerton College, and President Barack Obama sent her a letter of recognition last year, writing "We stand on the shoulders of giants who helped move us to a more perfect union.." But Virginia and the other mothers in the Mendez, et al case (save for Felicitas Mendez, wife of Gonzalo Mendez, and who has an intermediate and high school named for her and her husband in Santa Ana and East Los Angeles, respectively), finally got a proper telling thanks to East Los Angeles College professor Nadine Bermudez, who took on the herstory in her 2014 doctoral dissertation "Mendez et al. v. Westminster School District et al: Mexican American Female Activism in the Age of De Jure Segregation." "As both a victim of and witness to institutionalized race discrimination," Bermudez wrote, "Mrs. Guzman's expertise contributed greatly to questions regarding the effects of segregated schooling and the motives and manner in which she and other women resisted." Bermudez went on to describe Guzman's actions as "one of the highest level of female involvement" in the case. Virgina moved to Riverside in 1978 after the death of William, and lived there the rest of her life. But even in her golden years, she remained an activist. "Mom was a very independent woman, kind and very outgoing. Her desire was to always help people in need," her daughter, Beverly GallegosGuzman.

USPS Pays Tribute to Latino Cuisine he United States Postal SerT vice’s new Forever Stamps are almost delicious-looking

enough to lick. The six delicioso stamps are a tribute to Latino cuisine and feature the staples tamales, flan, sancocho, empanadas, chile relleno and ceviche. The designs were done by Latino illustrator John Parra under the direction of Antonio Alcalá. “With the release of the new Delicioso Forever stamps, the U.S. Postal Service celebrates the influence of Central and South American, Mexican and Caribbean foods

and flavors on American cuisine,” U.S. Postal Service spokesperson Roy Betts said. The stamps went on sale nationwide April 20 and can be ordered on the USPS website. The dedication ceremony was held in conjunction with the National Hispanic Cultural Center’s Salud y Sabor event in New Mexico. Each illustration was made by applying several layers of acrylic paint onto textured boards and then using sandpaper to give the designs a vintage look, according to a press release from the USPS. .

FAMOUS AMONG FRIENDS: Bud Light se ha elaborado en Texas por 35 años, y al día de hoy seguin haciendo la misma cerveza artesanal de estilo americano fácil de beber en Houston. Employees took part in commercials showcasing their contribution to producing Bud Light for over 35 years in Texas. See the Latino Lubbock Live on our FB page for a short virtual tour.

oco an animated film will C make its way to the screen come the fall. oco follows the secret musiC cal ambitions of Miguel, who resides in a lively, loud Mexican village but comes from a family of shoemakers that may be the town’s only music-hating household. For generations, the Riveras have banned music because they believe they’ve been cursed by it; as their family history goes, Miguel’s great-great-grandfather abandoned his wife decades earlier to follow his own dreams of performing, leaving Imelda (Miguel’s greatgreat-grandmother) to take control

as the matriarch of the now-thriving Rivera line and declare music dead to the family forever. But Miguel harbors a secret desire to seize his musical moment, inspired by his favorite singer of all time, the late Ernesto de la Cruz (Benjamin Bratt). It’s only after Miguel discovers an amazing link between himself and De la Cruz that he takes action to emulate the famous singer and, in doing so, accidentally enters the Land of the Dead. In the beautiful underworld, it’s

not long until Miguel encounters the souls of his own family — generations’ worth of long-dead but no less vivacious Rivera ancestors, including great-great-grandmother Imelda. Eventually, he earns his family’s blessing to perform, and return to the Land of the Living before time runs out. The Coco animated film is scheduled to be in theaters November 2017 in observance of día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

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e puse a pensar cómo se M pasaron los años. Cuando mi mama tenía la edad mía, ya

había creado a seis hijos, ocho hijas y enterado un niño. En aquellos días la vida para ella era más dura. En nuestra casa nunca hubo aire acondicionado o secadora de electricidad. Y siempre nos ponía comida en la mesa. En cada hora de comida estábamos todos sentados en la mesa. Cuando acabábamos de comer, le decíamos “gracias a Dios” a mis padres y luego nos levantábamos. Hace unos cinco o seis años, estábamos comiendo en casa de mi mama y empezamos a platicar de las costumbres que teníamos. La hija de me sobrina estaba estudiando español en la escuela y nos dio una mirada como que estaba

en otro mundo y nos dice: “¿Para que decían eso?’ y le explicamos que era para darle gracias a Dios por la comida que habíamos aprovechado. Y nos dice: “¿Pero, porque decían “thank you goodbye?” Soltamos las risotadas y cuando le explicamos otra vez, ella misma empezó a reírse. Para nosotros, la lengua de español e inglés es natural, pero para mis sobrinos y sobrinas es muy difícil. La mayoría de esta generación no hablan español (sea Tex-Mex o español propio). Se me hace tan triste que mi mama no puede platicar con sus nietos y vis-nietos porque no les entiende a ellos ni ellos a ella. Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Dorias Become New Lbk Salvation Army Leaders

he Salvation Army in LubT bock welcomes new Corps Officers (church leaders), Cap-

ALWAYS TASTE RIGHT, WHEN SERVED BY A KNIGHT: KOC Council 12803 was one of the KOC groups that served a meal for families participating in the Family Camp.

ALWAYS HARD AT WORK: The Guadalupanas at St. Phillip's Church are truly committed to their church community. Their contributions have helped to build and sustain the growing church. Thank you ladies! Their priest is one of their biggest supporters.

IDALOU KOC #16210 COUNCIL: Idalou KOC took time from their work to be photographed. They have become an integral part of their church events and have celebrated two years since their formation. The KOC enjoy having a booth at the St. Phillips Jamaica in Idalou.

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how friendly the people are,” said Captain Doria. The couple will be responsible for all church programs and social services at The Salvation Army including the emergency shelter, transitional housing, community kitchen, social services, community outreach, and church. “Many people don’t realize that The Salvation Army is a church,” said Captain Doria. “We invite everyone to join us for Worship each Sunday at 11 a.m., at 1111 16th Street.” For more information about the programs and services available at The Salvation Army, or to make a donation, please call 806765-9434, or go to our website at www.salvationarmytexas.org/

Monsignor David R. Cruz Named Vicar General ishop B Robert M. Coerver,

in full consultation with the diocesan Priest Personnel Board, and in full accord with the Canonical dispositions, has appointed Rev. Msgr. David R. Cruz as the new Vicar General for the Diocese of Lubbock effective July 1, 2017.

JOURNEY TO GOD’S LOVE, MERCY AND HEALING - July 7-9, 2017, Our Lady of Mercy Retreat Center, 605 S. 19th Street, Slaton. Presenters: Attorney David Garza & Monsignor Joe James. Is God calling you to a more joyful life? A more spiritual life? If so: Sign up for the Three Day Retreat $150/person double occupancy, meals included. Deposit is $75. Register at www. mercyrc.com or 806-828-6428, 789-8456. TEEN ACTS #11 retreat is July 13-16. The retreat is for teens who have completed their first year of high school through those that have just graduated. The cost is $180. For more information, go to www. actscommunityoflubbock.org

As vicar of the bishop, the vicar general exercises the bishop’s ordinary executive power over the entire diocese and, thus, is the highest official in a diocese or other church after the diocesan bishop or his equivalent in canon law. Monsignor Cruz is the founding pastor of Saint John the Baptist Church, the newest parish in the Diocese of Lubbock. Prior to that, he was pastor of Lubbock Our Lady of Grace Church for 14 years. He has served as pastor or associate pastor at eight diocesan churches, and was the rector of Assumption Seminary in San Antonio for five

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FAMILIES ENCOUNTERING CHRIST: Church clergy leaders from priests, seminarians, and nuns, to took time to be photographed at the annual family camp, which celebrates families.

tains Nathanael and Lucila Doria. They assumed their position on June 19 and have quickly settled into their new surroundings and are looking forward to getting to know the community and continuing the ministry of The Salvation Army. The Dorias come to Lubbock from San Antonio. Captains Nathanael and Lucila Doria are ministers and educators originally from Mexico. The Dorias moved to California with The Salvation Army in 1991 and spent 12 years meeting human need in California and Arizona. In the following years, they transitioned into the role of public school teachers. They returned to The Salvation Army after spending 12 years educating students in San Antonio. Captain Nathanael Doria shared that they plan to examine the needs of the Lubbock community and find the best ways to meet those needs. "Basic human needs are universal, but we are here to meet the specific needs of the Lubbock area, he said.” “It has been exciting to meet the people of Lubbock and realizing

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CATHOLIC WOMEN'S SUMMER CONFERENCE The Lubbock Deanery of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will hold their annual Summer Conference on Saturday, July 29, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The event is FREE and lunch is included. The Parish/Organization with best attendance will receive $100. There will be door prizes, raffles, goodie bags, and a country store. Inspirational speakers include: Bishop Robert M. Coerver, S.T.L., M.S., Fr. Francis Orozco, O.P., Lora Asmussen. The mass will be celebrated by Fr. Emiliano Zapata, O.P. at St. Elizabeth University Parish, Hanly Hall, 2305 Main Street. For more information, call Lisa Alamanza at (806) 252-3146. JAMAICA SCHEDULE 2017

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QUO VADIS DAYS CAMP – Monday, August 7 (7:30 a.m.) to August 9 (ends at 1 p.m.), Plains Baptist Campground, Floydada. For young men ages 13-17. The camp will provide a time of fun, prayer, discussion and reflection to aid in exploring the Lord’s call. Cost: $50 (scholarships available). Transportation provided by the Diocese of Lubbock. Registration deadline: July 21, 2017. Contact Office for Vocations, 806-792-3943 ext. 227. To register, download application at www.catholiclubbock. org/vocations FIAT CAMP – Wednesday August 9 (3 p.m.) to Friday August 11 (ends 4 p.m.), Plains Baptist Campground, Floydada. For young women ages 13-17. The camp will provide a time of fun, prayer, discussion and reflection to aid in exploring the Lord’s call. Cost: $50 (scholarships available). Transportation provided by the Diocese of Lubbock. Registration deadline: July 31, 2017. Contact Office for Vocations, 806792-3943 ext. 227. To register, download application at www.catholiclubbock.org/ vocations

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Veteran's Affairs/ Asuntos de los Veteranos Veteran & Military Connection VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE: Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) proudly participated in the annual Memorial Day Service that draws Veterans of all branches, wars, and service levels. The event is held annually for service men and women who died serving. (Photo by Frank Garcia/LLM)

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tary David Shulkin for help to stop the deportation of veterans. Members of the caucus sent a request Monday to Shulkin to meet with them about ceasing veterans’ deportation and providing earned VA benefits to veterans who have already been deported. The request followed the caucus’ visit to Tijuana, Mexico, on June 3, where they met with veterans who told the lawmakers of their struggles being separated from their families and challenges accessing health care. “During this meeting, the veterans shared many of the challenges they faced when they were initially deported and separated from their families,” the lawmakers wrote in a letter. “One prominent issue they continue to face is access to health care.” Rep. Michelle Lujan Grisham, DN.M., Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., and Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., signed the letter. They called on Shulkin to quickly respond to what they called an “urgent meeting request.” The delegation traveled to the Deported Veterans Support House near the United States border in Tijuana, which was founded by deported Army veteran Hector Barajas-Varela for others like him. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that a dozen veterans spoke to the law- m a k ers, repeatedly telling them, “I just want to go home.” Honorably discharged veterans who are lawful permanent residents of the United States, meaning they’re noncitizens granted authorization to live in the country,

are deported if convicted of crimes, after they serve their sentences. Military members are automatically granted the right to citizenship, but they must apply for it. The American Civil Liberties Union reported last year that many service members don’t realize their naturalization is not automatic. Members of the caucus want to talk with Shulkin about the VA better educating veterans who are eligible to apply for citizenship and facilitating that application process “in order to prevent future veteran deportations,” the letter states. There are 10,644 non-citizens serving in the U.S. military and 11,524 more in the reserves, the caucus wrote. The caucus said there are roughly 3,000 cases of veterans being deported, though an accurate number is difficult to know because the U.S. government doesn’t track it. About 60 deported veterans live in the Tijuana area, the San Diego UnionTribune reported. “We are aware of deported veterans that have served as recently as the war in Afghanistan, to veterans that served in the Iraq and Vietnam wars,” the letter to Shulkin reads. “However, because the federal government does not keep track of the number of veterans that have been deported, we do not have an accurate count of all impacted veterans and families.” One of the caucus members, Rep. Juan Vargas, D-Calif., reintroduced three bills in May -- H.R. 2759, 2760 and 2761 -- to have the government better inform servicemembers of citizenship opportunities and fast track their status, as well as to allow veterans to temporarily return to the United States to receive health care at VA facilities.

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MILITARY MASS HELD MONTHLY Saint John Neumann Church, 58022 22nd St., will hold a military Mass for loved ones, deceased or living, Saturday at 5:30 p.m. The military Mass is held the last Saturday of each month. PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598. DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services nationwide. It helps people with disabilities and their relatives find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION (BVA) From blinded veterans, for blinded veterans. Services offered include transportation assistance, and connects blinded veterans from earlier wars (Vietnam War, Korean War…) with blinded veterans of recent conflicts (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.). www.bva.org HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www. helpourmilitaryheroes.org

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FABIAN CARLOS SANCHEZ, 38, passed away June 8, 2017. Fabian was born March 26, 1979 in Lubbock to Carlos Sanchez & Beatrice Gloria. He worked in loss prevention for many companies with Wal-Mart being his final employer. He loved building computers, working on cell phones and watching the Dallas Cowboys but above all spending time with his family & friends. He is survived by his father, Carlos Sanchez of Lubbock; his mother, Beatrice Sifuentes of Keller; two brothers, Roman Carlos Sanchez of Keller, Michael Christopher Gutierrez of Ft. Worth; one sister, Desi Sanchez of Austin; maternal grandmother, Beatrice Gloria of Slaton; paternal grandmother, Eulalia Sanchez of Slaton. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Michael Gloria; paternal grandfather, Jose Sanchez. JIMMY R. GOMEZ, 80, of Lubbock joined the gates of Heaven on June 9, 2017. He was born on May 29, 1937, in Nixon, Texas, to Nico and Rosa Gomez. Jimmy married Guadalupe Uriegas. With a strong Christian faith, he leaves us to cherish his memories with his wife, Guadalupe Gomez; three daughters, Diane Gomez, Mary Ann (Joe) Garcia and April (Adrian) Garcia; three sons, Alex Gomez, Jimmy, Jr. (Nancy) Gomez and Paul Gomez, all of Lubbock; four brothers; a sister; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren with one on the way. Jimmy was preceded in death by a son, Andrew and granddaughter, Azalea Paige. JAVIER SALINAS, 52, of Lubbock passed away on June 5, 2017. He was born on April 6, 1965, in Lubbock to his late parents, Moises Salinas and Clara (Barrientos) Salinas. He loved his family especially their family gatherings. Javier loved his friends and his passion was dancing. Mr. Salinas is survived by: San Juanita Salinas, Gracie Delua, Elisabeth Salinas, Gloria Salinas, Eliazar Salinas. He also leaves behind 11 nephews and nieces; 24 great-nephews and nieces; and four great-great-nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Abraham Ragland, Moses Prieto, Chris Juarez, Venessa Lopez, Jerry Salinas and Michael Salinas.

MARY ALICE RAMIREZ 67 of Lubbock died June 4, 2017. She was born on August 13, 1949 in San Angelo,Texas to the late Pete and Santos Zavala. She married Paul Ramirez on March 13, 1965 in Lubbock. She was an insurance clerk for Lubbock Aid Ambulance for over 19 years. She attended and graduated from American Business College in 1977. She loved to laugh and spend time with her family. Survivors include her husband Paul Ramirez of Lubbock; a son John Ramirez of Lubbock; four daughters Cynthia Ramirez of Lubbock, Marina and Richard Picon of Lubbock, Priscilla Ramirez and David Justice of Lubbock, Victoria Ramirez and Jacob Guevara of Lubbock; three brothers, Rick Zavala and Mario Zavala both of Lubbock, Orlando Rodriguez of El Paso; three sisters, Linda Gonzalez, Erma Altamirano and Martha Zavala all of Lubbock; six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

ELIAS “ELI” FLORES, SR., 62 of Lubbock died June 3, 2017. He was born Nov. 25, 1954, in Lubbock to the late Manuel and Amparo Garcia. He was a licensed professional wrestler under the name El Solitario. An avid Dallas Cowboys fan, Eli never missed a kick-off. He worked for Walmart #3826. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Manuel Delgado Jr., Alfredo Delgado, Michael Garcia; three sisters, Mercedes Montoya, Josefina Rodriguez, Edna Lucio; and two nephews, Gabriel Castillo, Justin Garcia. He is survived by three sons, Elias Flores, Jr. and wife, Crystal, Julian Flores and wife, Denise, David Flores and wife, Lorene, all of Lubbock, four daughters, Tammie and husband, Gabriel Loya of Waxahachie, Veronica and husband, Michael Ornelas, Stephanie and husband, Wes Deleon, and Leslie Flores, all of Lubbock; the mother of his children, Lucinda Garcia of San Angelo; two brothers, Raymundo Delgado and Eddie Garcia, both of Lubbock; four sisters, Irma Coronado, Daena Salinas, Eva Linda Garcia, Trini Chavez, all of Lubbock; and 23 grandchildren.

CELIA RUIZ, 72 of Lubbock was called to be with the Lord on June 2, 2017. She was born on April 9, 1945 in Harlingen, Texas to the late Gilbert and Trinidad Rodriguez. She married Johnny Ruiz on June 10, 1962 in Lubbock. Celia spent her happiest days traveling the world; Las Vegas in particular was one her favorite places to visit, she liked gambling. Growing plants was one her favorite hobby. Her greatest passion however was spending time with her family. Those left to honor her memory are her husband Johnny Ruiz of Lubbock; three daughters Lydia Licon, Nina Elias and Ann Ruiz all of Lubbock; Brother Gilbert Ro-driguez of New Braunfels; her sisters Minerva Adams of Lubbock, Anita Miller of California; Twelve grandchildren.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

MARTIN MIGUEL DIAZ, 52, passed away June 10, 2017. He was born to Gill Diaz and Rafaela Arroyos Diaz on September 29, 1964 in Olton, TX and grew up in Lubbock. He graduated Lubbock High School in 1983, attended South Plains College and Texas Tech University. Marty lived settled in Houston in the 1990s. Marty is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Maria and Santos Diaz (Blanlett TX), maternal grandparents Julia and Jose Arroyos (Olton, TX), father Gill, siblings Marie Gill, Gill and Edwardo. He will be greatly missed by his surviving friends and extended family, including siblings Julia, Santos, Raymond, Diana, Marie, his mother Rafaela, and his partner Paul and their dog Simon. S O L E D A D SALAZ was called to be with our Lord and Savior June 18, 2017. She was born November 2, 1920 in Mateguala, Mexico to the late Juan and Epifania Arguello. Those left to cherish her memory are her children Lupie and life partner Raymond, Mary Lopez, Hortencia and husband Ma-nuel Melgoza, and Robert Salaz. Ten grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren, two brothers, Emilio Arguello and wife Lucia, Margarito Arguello and wife Cruz; three sisters, Maria Sal-az, Sally Garcia and husband Simon, and Lucy Garcia and husband Domingo. Soledad was preced-ed in death by her husband Domingo Salaz, two sons Domingo Salaz Jr. and David Salaz. Soledad was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe for many years and loved spending time with her family, cooking, traveling, gardening, and especially spoiling her children.

Filemon L. Perez, 63, of Acuff, Texas passed away on June 22, 2017. He was born on August 11, 1953 to his late parents; Apolonio and Dominga Perez. Filemon L. Perez went to be with the Lord after a long struggle with cancer. He attended Roosevelt High School and graduated in 1973, and started his career in the retail business. He was employed by Gibson's for several years then went to work for Target and was employed with them for the last 36 years of his life. He is survived by his brothers; Julio Perez of Floydada, Santos (Irma) Perez and Apolonio Perez Jr., both of Lubbock, Larry Perez of Acuff and Freddy (Sylvia) Perez of Houston. Filemon also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jesse Perez and a sister, Victoria Duarte. R E B E C C A "BECKY" MONTOYA, was called home to her Heavenly Father on June 20, 2017. She was born April 3, 1983 in Roswell, NM to Ramon and Sheilah Montoya. She leaves behind her son, Alex Montoya; parents, Ramon and Sheilah Montoya of Lubbock; two sisters, Katrina Mata of Lubbock and Carla Alexander of Westerville, Ohio; two brothers, Emilio Montoya of Lubbock and Michael Rider of Westerville, Ohio. Becky also leaves behind a slew of nephews and a niece, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Becky is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Abaristo Montoya and Eva Vega; maternal grandparents, Mary Jane and Charles Van Meter; cousins, Jason Ray McKeegan and Daniel Markus Rivera. ARISTEO “LINO” PUENTE, passed away June 12, 2017. Aristeo was born January 12, 1934 in Mexico. He married Maria Barron in Lubbock and worked as a welder for most of his life. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Maria Puente of Lubbock; one daughter, Gloria Bastardo of Lubbock; seven grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

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Memorial Juliana "Julie" Garcia 12/8/34-7/19/14

Mom, The skies look beautiful every day because Heaven cannot contain the beauty that you radiate. I miss you mom. I ask that God comfort my sisters and brothers, as He has comforted me.

Love Always, Frank Garcia - Your Son In Memorial RAMON M. MARTINEZ

Feb. 6, 1940 to June 16, 2016 Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasurer. You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure. You are missed! Always, Your wife Rosa, Children and grandchildren

Diana Castro

Jan. 27, 1955 to July 22, 2011

Pensando en ti. On our minds, in our hearts. We miss you often. Your joyous laugh, and your fearless way, makes us miss you everyday. Love & hugs, Your familia Danny Todd Fernandez

Feb. 18, 1947 to July 7, 2011

...My heart swells, a tear rolls down my cheek reminding me of your laugh, your voice, your embrace. Love Always, Your Wife Susie Your Family & Friends

July Prayer

Almighty God, thank you for being with us always, especially in those moments when life is most confusing and our fears most troubling. Please give us faith to not only ask you honest questions, but to also trust you even when things don't look like they are all that good for those who believe in you. Please help my faith hold firm as I wait for your mighty vindication of your people. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen. "Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." ~ Psalm 73:23-26

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Memorial Day Service

Sonya Salas Gonzales a veteran, attended the memo- Annually, Bobby Lugo places flags on the Veteran's Many families were on hand to support to experience Armando & Sally Gaytan our actively involved in everyrial with her family. (Photos by Frank Garcia for LLM) cemetery plots. the Memorial Day event. thing that advocates for Veterans.

Blessings of the Helmets Inaugural Celebration at Our Lady of Guadalupe

Members of Los Seguidores de Cristo brought their Rev. Martin PiĂąa served as the celebrant of the inau- Riders placed their respective helmets at the altar. helmets to get blessed. gural event.

St. Patrick's Jamaica - Part I

Members of various bike clubs as well as individuals were among the attendees.

Male members of the Belgara family prepared corn A member of the CYO group was an easy and willing The ladies were glad to volunteer at the traditional Young church members also served as volunteers and and sold sodas and have been doing this for many "Dunker" on the hot day. game booths, and even sold cascarones. did so in Hawaiian style. generations. years.

"A Night to Remember" Benefitting Catholic Charities

The Alamanza's enjoyed the luau themed fundraiser.

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Even priest enjoyed the festive and tropical decor.

The Herrera's were ready to do the hula dance.

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Mrs. Campos and Melissa Hernandez had a great time and took time to show their Hawaiian smile.

Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla St. Phillips Catholic Church Jamaica

Volunteers stayed in the shade when the temperatures The Soliz family dedicated their booth to loved ones. rose to 112 degrees! (By Lilly Quiros/LLM)

Even the heat didn't discourage volunteers and attend- Say "air conditioner"! Attendees stayed hydrated and ees. enjoyed the music, food and fellowship, as well as the shade.

Adult Education Graduation

Jimmy Garcia stood with one of his teachers . Both Angelica Riojas receives a hug from her mom who Family members were in full support of the graduates. "I am a gift" was the theme of the graduation and was were very proud of his achievement. helped her on the road to her diploma. proven as families hugged on their grad.

KOC Cook-Off in Brownfield

And here they are - the GQ Texas BBQ team. Ready Rick's Pit Masters BBQ group was ready for the friend- The Smokin' Dawgs attend the bbq cook-off annually. Broken Oak BBQ proved are a family team that enjoy to win. ly competition. the time, and making memories.

Community Health Workers Day

Friendly smiles greeted community workers.

Men and women serve as community workers.

New members and long time members attended the Gloria Melton and Elsie Colon smiling for the camera. event.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Family Summer Camp 2017

The Barriento girls enjoyed the camp.

The Trevinos are always volunteering to make sure The kids had a blast in activities just for their age group. A dad bonding with his boys and leading them on their families celebrate their faith. faith journey.

Critterfest 2017 at the Science Spectrum - Part I

The families enjoyed Critterfest, and all the elements Say, "Lions, and tigers, and bears! Oh by!" it offered.

San Ramon Jamaica 2017

Girl Scouts were gave a helping hand at the duck and Michelle Valdez-Moralez was proud of her little critter baby chick booth. - granddaughter.

Horse rides were provided by Mercedes, Barbie, and Rachel Ybarra and Olga Barela enjoyed the event and The best aguas frescas is prepared by the Medrano A big round of applause for the co-chairs and event Jesus Mendez. family every year. seeing friends. organizers!

Monterey High Graduation 2017 - Part II

Gisella Vasquez, Giovanna Vasquez

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Triplets Michael, John, and Matthew Lucio brought Andres Garza surrounded by his family! triple pride to their parents.

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Tristian Baca proudly posed with his daughter and wife.

Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla Estacado High Graduation 2017- Part II

Alexander Subia received a hug from his parents.

Lots of proud family members for Jacob Bustamante. Sammy Gonzales his family posed for Latino Lubbock A busy day for Michael Villanueva, and a proud moment Magazine. for his mom.

Lubbock High Graduation 2017- Part II

Kameron Rodriguez, Noah Gruz, Eulalio Gonzales re- Fellow graduates Alexis Mejia, Brigace Williams, Dani- Jazmin Roferau, Ulisa Luna, Robert Carrzan, Zacha- You did it ladies! Chastity Alvarado, Sheyanna Huerta, alizing a dream as graduates. ella Vera smiling for the camera. riah Lara were excited on their graduation day! Emily Hester

Coronado High Graduation 2017- Part II

Briana Soto and family!

Riley Armenta posing with a small portion of his family Maria Salinas we are proud of you! who was very proud of his achievement.

The Carrillo family was beaming and proud of their graduate.

AquĂ y Alla

Rising to the Top that's the motto for Kye Silva, 5, who Christy Martinez-Garcia and guests on the Latino Lub- Staff members of the Science Spectrum welcome the Read to blanket the world - these beautiful volunteers was named Student of the Year at Rise Academy! bock Update of Trends and Friends. massive crowds to one of their most popular events. prepare mats for the homeless out of recycled materials, as well as prepare quilts for sick children.

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ARCH ANGELS HONOR LUBBOCK: Last month the Arch Angel Boxing Club participated in the Hot Springs Arkansas at Title National Championship, and went 5-4 with bouts and match bouts in Arkansas, and returned to Lubbock with three championships. Pictured are Manuel Gutierrez, Serenity Hernandez, and Darius Bultron with the straps; and Gabriel Rubio Jr. and Jose Herrera IV fell short but fought hard and did great against some very good opponents. They are coached by Alejandro Gutierrez and assistant coach, Gabriel Rubio. We congratulate you from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

NWLL 2017 ALL STARS: These boys played the whole year for the most part with only 9 players and finished regular season with a record of 21-0 and tournament play 3-0. Now they are going to a tournament in Big Spring and will represent Lubbock! Coaches John Camacho, Kris Picon, Eli Ortiz and Paul Lopez posed with their players (l to r) Gonivan Rivera, Christopher Guana, Diego Camacho, Kaleb Ortiz, Xavier Garcia, Zach Torres. And (Bottom row l to r) Jacob Rodriguez, Ivan Munoz, and Cam-Ron Perez. Good luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Arredondo Drafted to Orioles en years T ago, Lubbock's Western

All-Stars player, Bryndan Arrendondo made it to the Little League World Series. Last month, he became the third member of that team to be drafted when he was selected by Baltimore in the 23rd round. Bryndan Arredondo was a 23rd

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round selection (698 overall) by the Baltimore Orioles. Arredondo, a Lubbock native, spent his last two seasons at Lamar University after enjoying a successful two-year stay at Midland College, where he helped the Chaps finish third in the 2014 JUCO World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado. This past season as a senior, Arredondo started in 54 of 55 games, batted .311 with five home runs and 32 RBI.

year knowing that some of our baseball expectations will be difficult to come into fruition, but we also know that we are fortunate enough to have some alternatives on what we can expect to see. The Rangers are by no means out of of contention to do something special, but expect some decisions to be made to show the fan base and organization they have the spirit to put up a fight. Expect pitching coach Doug Brocail to be replaced (fired) before the month is out, as the bullpen has lost just as many games as they have had to win. In my opinion, their problems run a little deeper than that but that is definitely a starting point going forward to still make something happen this year. Their inconsistent performances along with the Yu Darvish situation, in what could be his last year as a Ranger, has certainly not made things any easier. So I offer up an idea to everyone. Let’s enjoy our summer with what we do know. The Astros should have our attention

as they lead the entire league with the best record and have shown no signs of them slowing down. They start July off against the upstart Yankees but I think the measuring stick we can judge them by will be when they face Toronto in a four-game stand starting on the 6th. A tough road game against a consistent playoff opponent will verify if their five game American League standings isn’t a fluke but the result of hard work starting to blossom. When the AllStar game starts on the 11th, please let’s not be offended if Houston isn’t represented with enough players compared to their current record. One player with local roots that we should be seeing though is Techs’ own A J Ramos, pitcher for the Miami marlins. This is inter-league time for the Astros but their effort this month will go a long way in showing everyone exactly what we should expect going forward as they go for the symbolic season kill. Another reminder as to why Houston will have a surging fan base here locally is their drafting of LHP Parker Mushinski, one of five Red Raiders drafted this year. Tanner Gardner, Texas, Jacob Patterson St. Louis, Hunter Hargrove Oakland

and that firecracker Orlando Garcia to the San Francisco Giants are the other four. As we observe the heart of baseball season mature, now is the time I need to warn everyone that America’s new past-time is about to start. NFL teams start their training camps mid-month with the Texans starting theirs on the 26th in a place we aren’t accustomed to. For the first time in history they won’t be in Houston but in Sulphur Springs West Virginia. They enter their camp with the same concern they had last year and that is the quarterback position. They had the tendency to start slowly on offense and much of that blame was laid at the feet of the quarterback position right or wrong. This year they will look to 3rd year quarterback Tom Savage to change that, but, they’re hoping rookie Deshaun Watson out of Clemson to emerge as the starter. The Cowboys open their camp in Oxnard California on the 25th with just as many concerns, almost all of it on the defensive side of the ball. You always hope for the rookies to surprise you like Dallas did last year, but let’s just hope for no major injuries. Our sports love is in full blossom, let’s enjoy the ride.

head back to Victoria. "It all came down to keeping the kids in a consistent program. They had one year under their belt in our system. Chris Lackey was a Marine Corps veteran. We actually met in the Marines when I served. We are going to be hard-nosed. The practices are gonna get shorter, but have more substance to them. Football is building at Trinity. That's where we are at and we are headed in the right direction."

Over the weekend, Trinity Christian won a Small School title at the TAPPS 7 on 7 State Tournament and the season is right around the corner. "I told the kids right after the 7 on 7, we got about 6 weeks and then we are after it. We have Claude in our first game and then 3 more and we start District. We need to continue to build this football program."

Abel Rodriguez is new head football coach at Trinity Christian or the fourth F time in four seasons, the Trin-

ity Christian Lions will have a new head football coach. The players will be familiar with this one as Abel Rodriguez moves up from being the Defensive Coordinator to take over the pigskin program, after Chris Lackey decided to

City Declares July as golf cart safety awareness month he City of Lubbock is declaring accident that nearly took his life. TJuly as Golf Cart Safety Aware- The accident involved another ness Month at a short presentation 9-year-old boy. There was no adult

Summer Car & Motorcycle Shows

4TH ON B R O A D W AY CAR SHOW 9 am - 3 pm. Join us at Mackenzie Park for the First Classic Car Show!

at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 30 in City supervision, no helmet, and no parROCK & ROLL NOSTALGIA Hall, Council Chambers. At the ent onboard. Classic Car Club Presents the presentation, a special recognition The goal of Golf Cart Safety Caprock 22nd Annual Rock & Roll Car Show PreAwareness Month is to create pubwill be read, and Tim Siegel and the registration and Cruise is Friday, July 14, Lubbock Police Department will be lic awareness of State laws govern- 2017, starting at 6:00 pm, Cruise is from present to make remarks and an- ing the use of golf carts and to warn 7:30-8:30 pm. Lots of food and merchant parents about the dangers of chil- vendors, music all day, fun and games. swer questions. Free admission to public. On July 28, 2015, 9-year-old Luke dren operating these vehicles. Siegel was involved in a golf cart Email your news and info to news@latinolubbock.net by the 18th before the preceding month

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Meet Pico the bilingual gallo (rooster).

The Gallo

He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Pico is enjoying his summer break! He will eat ice cream, pop fireworks, read, pretend to be president, and celebrate American's birthday on the 4th of July!

The Pledge Of Allegiance "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United Stated of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible with Liberty and Justice for ALL."

Let's Celebrate America's Birthday!

We'll have cakes, ice cream, and enjoy the fireworks!

Circle your favorite treat. Read a book titled In My Family En mi familia

by Carmen Lomas Garza About Celebrations

Wade Parks, Southern Shade, Devil Ridge, Bozo Tejingo, School of Rock, Vice Versa, 5 Play, Mohave Sol, UnderKover, Equis 2

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Now Offering Sports Physicals Through The Months of June and July

Community Health Center of Lubbock is offering Sports Physicals and Head Start Physicals at these clinics:

Main Clinic

1610 5th Street

West Medical & Dental Clinic

5424 19th Street, #200

Parkway Community Health Center 406 MLK Boulevard

We accept most types of insurance, Medicaid, and CHIP. Walk-ins also welcome.

A parent or guardian must be present. Please bring a current shot record.

Easily make your appointment by calling

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