Latino Lubbock Magazine August Vol. 13, Issue 8 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 13, Issue 8, August/augosto 2019

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Opinion Pieces

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

Absolutely no part of this periodical may be reproduced without the consent of Latino Lubbock Magazine. This periodical’s name and logo, and the various concepts, titles and headings therein, are trademarks of Latino Lubbock Magazine. Editor’s Note: The terms “Latino” and “Hispanic” are used interchangeably by the U.S. Census Bureau and by Latino Lubbock throughout this publication to identify persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central and South American, Dominican, and Spanish descent; they may be of any race.

On the Cover

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“We are a young community with 28 million eligible members ready to vote. We cherish America's democracy and will continue to fight for the right to vote." ~ said Special Advisor to the LULAC National President on Civic Engagement & Elections - Joe Henry, who said they are working to mobilize Latinos of all ages to vote.

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"A la ocasion la pintan calva." "You have to strike while the iron is hot."

Meaning you have to make the most of the chances that come your way.

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday! August/augosto

Ernestine Lopez 8/1 Josie Martinez 8/1 Olivia Urias Leal 8/1 Tony Olivarez 8/1 Elizabeth Rodriguez 8/1 Esperanza Rodriguez 8/1 Brenda Mercado 8/1 Johnny Valdarez 8/2 Angie Martinez 8/2 Julio Delgado 8/2 Sandra Rosendo 8/3 Lydia Lara 8/3 Joab Mata 8/3 Ashlen Albus 8/3 Rebecca Sanchez 8/4 Rene Placencia 8/4 Ruby Placencia 8/4 Lisa Perez 8/4 Ryan Anthony Acebedo 8/4 Dominga Hernandez Arbuckle 8/4 Beatrice Haynes 8/4 Sandra Deleon 8/5 Jaime Cortez 8/5 Adela A. Perkins 8/5 Janie Gonzales 8/5 Gilbert Perez 8/5 Estella Garcia 8/6 Corina Saldana 8/7 Olivia Flores 8/7 Reuben Reyes 8/7 Zoie Ortiz 8/7 Hector Jimenez 8/7 Debra Pugh 8/7 Mary Almager 8/8 Jesus Martinez 8/8 Fabian Morales 8/8 Malorie Ortiz 8/8 Oscar Lopez 8/9 Teresa Beltran 8/9 Margie Lazo 8/10 Aurelia Rogers 8/10 Ray Fernandez 8/11 Ruben Garcia 8/11 Juan Martin Salinas III 8/11 Jose V. Beltran 8/11 Jeannie Arredondo 8/11 Victoria Espinoza 8/12 Brieana Puentes 8/12 ¬Isaac F. Mora 8/12 Joe Gaytan 8/13 Gracie Garcia 8/13 Eduardo “Ed” Quirino 8/13 Tomas Cruz 8/13 Briana Monique Soto 8/13 Aniston Mojica 8/14 Melissa Ann Puentes 8/14 Alexandra Gabrielle Garcia 8/14 Michael Anthony Melgoza 8/14 Christina Pauda 8/14 Letisha Richardson 8/14 Ryder Bordayo 8/14 Madison Martinez 8/15 Roseanna Nunez 8/15 Jake Madrid 8/15 Lora Salinas 8/16 Carmen Rosas 8/16 Lora Salinas 8/16

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Samuel Montez 8/16 Michael Montrez 8/17 Debra Pugh 8/17 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Kevin Albus 8/18 Bobby Pauda Jr. 8/18 Abdon Rangel 8/18 Andrés R Balderrama 8/18 Mark Perez (KC OLG) 8/18 Marianna Moreno 8/18 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Mary Almager 8/18 Michelle Castillo 8/18 Irma Acebedo 8/19 Marianne Moreno 8/19 Lucy Marmolejo 8/19 Chris Zavala 8/19 Devyn Paul Perez 8/19 Alexis Constancio 8/21 Lee Deanda 8/21 Fabiola Garcia 8/21 Brent Rose 8/21 Pat Sykora 8/21 Linda DeLeon 8/22 Alayda Jackson 8/22 Jeff Northern 8/22 Joann Rangel 8/23 Father Rudolf Crasta 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Sabrina Santiago 8/ 23 Briana R. Alonzo 8/23 Lydia Garcia 8/23 Fr. Rudi Crasta 8/23 Ruben Lucero Jr 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Jeremy Valdarez 8/24 Isabel Sauseda 8/25 Mary Singleterry 8/25 Penelupe Armenta 8/25 Mary Armenta Garcia 8/26 Pete Castro Jr. 8/26 Michael Ruelas 8/26 Amie Albus 8/27 Froylan Perez 8/27 Abel Reyna 8/27 Monique G. Garcia 8/28 Sonia Salinas 8/28 Carmen Olivarez 8/28 Steven Olivarez 8/28 Sean Martinez 8/29 Andy Quevedo 8/29 Janie Bocanegra 8/30 Julie Salsman 8/30 Adelida Zavaleta 8/30 Brenda Castilleja 8/30 Jesie Salinas 8/30 Lance Flores 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 Tommie Vidales 8/30 DeAnn K Lucero 8/30 Sean Castro 8/30 Joaquin Santiago 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 John Martin Gonzales Sr. 8/31 Juan B. Deleon 8/31 Tommie Vidales 8/31

"Born to Be Free"

Cover design by Christy Martinez-Garcia This month's cover reminds us that we are all born to be free. And while Latino Lubbock Magazine remains objective when discussing the migrants being held in captivity, this cover pays homage to children held in captivity. And as we embark on the back to school season, it is hard to believe that in this day and age that a child could experience such a tragedy and not have the opportunity of an education. More so, it is hard to fathom that any child could be caged, or that this could happen to our own children. Notice the white dove, the symbol of peace. And of course the Monarch who is an example of migration and the grace to be free. May God Bless & Give Us Peace!

Contents

Word from the Publisher Political

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Opportunity/Business

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Health/Salud

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Education/Youth

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Back to School

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Kid's

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Memorials

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Latino Lubbock Magazine's Mission Statement:

"Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; and, the community a tool for better understanding and creating dialogue."

Alíviate pronto... Get well soon Our Prayers are with you Tomas Licon Robert Lugo Lupe Ramirez Desiree Martinez Eloisa Martinez

Coach Edward Hernandez Mary Ann Garcia Manuel Posadas Adilynn Rodriguez Jesse Madrid Eloisa Abeyta

Frances Hernandez Lucy Rangel Majesty Caballero Felix Martinez Sr. Vangie Montez Herman Hernandez

To add names, and to keep us updated on the condition of those listed in the Get Well List please call (806)792-1212.

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Word from the Publisher/mensaje de nuestra fundadora

Querídos lectores...

ard to believe - AUGUST is here! And soon H the kids will go back to school. As a little girl, my grandfather Juan E. Castro

took us fishing, which was his favorite past time. He shared the sport/hobby with us. We called my grandfather "Papi" and I can still recall how he wore a hat and smoked a cigar. My grandfather was an avid fisherman. And because each of his young kids paralleled my three younger sisters and me, someone always tagged along we all made it a point to join him. He loved the quiet time. And after he would teach us how to bait our hooks, Papi would share stories of when he went fishing as a kid. We would then pose many questions, and in his silly way, he would respond. Over the day we would increase our laughing and loudness, which probably made him regret he took us. Like most kids, we had a short attention span and lots of energy. Even though fishing was fun, exploring the lake was even more exciting. You would have thought we owned the lake as we made our way all over and someone always managed to get in the water even though we were told multiple times not to. I chuckle as I think about how my grandad did not complain when we wandered off, probably so he could have some peace and quiet. When we got hungry, he fed us bologna with the red ring that you peeled off before you ate, or potted meat, on white bread. That was really roughing it. After lunch, we napped - gently being lulled by the sound of the wind, water against the bank, singing birds, and the cool shade under his station wagon. The warm day absorbed all the energy out of us. When we woke up we were synergized and ready to repeat fishing, playing, and enjoyment of the day. When it was time to leave, we packed up and everyone fought to sit in the front. Once again we were loud and excited, and by then my granddad was ready to take us home. Although he wouldn't say it, he enjoyed everyone wanting to spend time with him. Soon, summer was over. Then it was time to get ready to go back to school. The first week was tough as we got back into the rhythm of a school schedule. As classes ended, I'd meet my sisters and we'd rush home, kick-off our shoes, and play outside until the sun went down. Soon, summer turned to fall, and I think all of us longed to go fishing, and enjoy the days of simplicity and summer fun. Speaking of fishing, on behalf of Los Hermanos Familia and Latino Lubbock Magazine, I invite you to please start making plans to join us August 10, 2019, for our 11th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" FREE event. Our objective is strengthening families, and building community. We use fishing as a hook to bring families together, and experience fishing in a relaxing and safe environment with family and friends. You can pre-register at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com Another quick reminder is that we have moved and are only meeting by appointment. You can reach us at (806)792-1212 or (806) 544-6526. And of course, please keep sending us your news and info and take time to visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net Y 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 en abril y siempre! God bless the children as they prepare for a new school year! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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Equifax Breach Were you affected?

ollowing a 2017 breach that F exposed the data of approximately 147 million people, the

credit reporting agency Equifax has agreed to pay back those affected. According to the Texas Attorney General’s office, 12.2 million Texans were impacted by the breach of data. The Texas population is estimated as being 28.7 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That works out to being an estimated 42% of the Texas Population. Equifax is offering those impacted by the breach a one-time payment of $125 or up to 10 years of free credit monitoring and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance. First, consumers need to find out if their information was exposed. To check if Equifax exposed your information go to https://eligibility.equifaxbreachsettlement. com/en/eligibility. You will need

to provide your last name and the last six numbers of your social security number. If you were affected, go to https:// www.ftc. gov/enforcement/ cases-proceedings/ refunds/ equifax-data-breachsettlement to file a claim with the FTC and either get a $125 settlement payment or free credit monitoring.

Compruebe si equifax expuso su información

espués de una violación de D 2017 que expuso los datos de aproximadamente 147 mil-

lones de personas, la agencia de informes de crédito equifax ha acordado devolver a los afectados. De acuerdo con la oficina del fiscal general de Texas, 12.2 millones de texanos fueron afectados por la violación de los datos. La población de Texas se estima como 28.7 millones, según la oficina del censo de los ee. uu. Eso funciona para ser un 42 % de la población de Texas. Equifax está ofreciendo a los afectados por la violación de un pago de una sola vez de $ 125 o hasta 10 años de monitoreo de crédito gratuito y hasta $ 1 MILLONES EN EL SEGURO DE ROBO DE IDENTIDAD. En primer lugar, los consumidores tienen que saber si su información fue expuesta. Para comprobar si equifax expone su información ir a https:// eligibility.equifaxbreachsettlement.com/en/eligibility. usted tendrá que proporcionar su apellido y los últimos seis números

de su número de seguridad social. Si usted fue afectado, vaya a https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/cases-proceedings/refunds/ equifax-data-breach-settlement para presentar una reclamación con la ftc y ya sea obtener un pago de liquidación de $ 125 o monitoreo de crédito gratuito. Usted volverá a tener que enumerar alguna información privada. Los consumidores también pueden subir documentos de apoyo desde el tiempo y el dinero gastado revisando o recuperándose del robo de identidad. Equifax puede proporcionar un máximo de $ 20,000 en reembolso por estos gastos. Junto a la presentación de una reclamación en el acuerdo de equifax, los consumidores también tienen derecho a un informe de crédito gratuito una vez al año. Para ver la actividad sospechosa, AnnualCreditReport. com ofrece un informe combinado de equifax, experian, y la unión trans.

You will again need to list some private information. Consumers can also upload supporting documents from time and money spent checking or recovering from identity theft. Equifax may provide a max of $20,000 in reimbursement for these expenses. Alongside filing a claim in the Equifax settlement, consumers are also legally entitled to a free credit report once a year. To watch for suspicious activity, AnnualCreditReport.com offers a combined report from Equifax, Experian and Trans Union.

Important Numbers Police (Non-Emergency) call 763-5333 Fire (Non-Emergency) call 765-5757 Emergencies call 9-1-1 Program/Service info, call 2-1-1 City services, call 3-1-1 City - call 775-3000. www.ci.lubbock.tx.us County - call 775-1000 www.co.lubbock.tx.us LISD - call 766-1000 www.lubbockisd.org Latino Lubbock Magazine

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Opinion/opinión Community & Event Brieflies 20TH ANNUAL HURST TRACTOR BENEFIT benefitting WPS. This year each ticket purchaser will have the opportunity to win several different John Deere tractors. The event takes place, Sat., August 3, 2019. Tickets to the event are $100 and each ticket purchased admits two. The event will be held at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center in the Banquet Hall, and will begin at 5:30 pm. Guest will enjoy live entertainment, dinner, and a live and silent auction. For more information contact us at www.wpslubbock.org or WPS at 806-748-5292. K-9 SPLASHFEST What a better way to celebrate our dogs than to give them their own Pool Party Day! Dogs must be on leash and have proof of vaccinations. Contests, prizes, and fun for all. All Ages (4 hrs) 1:00 PM Su MONTELONGO POOL $2/ Child, $3/Adult 8/4 END OF SUMMER BASH, Aug 9, 7 pm, Free, All Ages, Get one last summer celebration in before the start of school. Enjoy games, refreshments and food. After the event, stay for our Movie in the Park, Ralph Breaks The Internet, sponsored by Amerigroup beginning at dusk, Maxey Community Center, 4020 30th Street. TEX-MEX COOKING: GORDITAS, Aug 10, 10-Noon, $5, Teen-Adult, Learn to cook authentic and traditional Mexican dishes, then enjoy lunch with your recipe. Pre-register in advance, by the Thursday before class, Rawlings Community Center, 213 40th Street. HAW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Hispanic Association of Women will be hosting its Annual Membership Drive “Sip and Share” on Tuesday, August 13th, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Baked Bliss – 3502 34th Street. Come join us and find out more about our association! MOVIE IN THE PARK: MARY POPPINS RETURNS – RATED PG, Aug 16, Dusk or approximately 9 pm, Free, All ages, Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy a family-friendly movie in the park. Special thanks for Amerigroup for sponsoring these events! Come early and enjoy popcorn, water, and games provided by Amerigroup, Simmons Community and Adult Activity Centers, 2004 Oak Avenue. 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. FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visitlanwt.org for more info.

Teach Students - ALL OF THEM

here is a buzz in the air as T families prepare their students to go back to school. I re-

member being excited about having new school supplies - an old cigar box that held my pencils, my pink eraser, and if lucky, a 24-count box of crayons. I was also excited to make new friends and wondered what my new teacher would be like. What I don’t recall is thinking about the quality of the school I would be attending. I don’t remember conversations about different programs in which I might be able to participate and I certainly never considered how my K-12 experiences would impact my future and the future of my children. I grew up in a single-parent home and we worked with my grandparents as migratory farm workers. My mother did not have the opportunity to complete high school, so for me, attending a university was never presented as an expectation nor a possibility. But I knew I wanted a different future and with the support of many indi-

¿Que Piensas?

We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, o r email them to news@latinolubbock.net. Please include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words, depending on space availability, some longer will be included. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

THANKS FOR THE FITNESS EQUIPMENT Thank you to Latino Lubbock Magazine and all who were involved in the fitness equipment at Buddy Holly Lake. And a special thank you to Los Hermanos Familia for always working to improve our community and encourage family time, and good health. We walk at the lake and use the equipment to do exercises. The Gonzalez Family

best performers and viduals, I made a choice partnering with innovato do what I could to attive operators; tend college. ● Improve Access to Today, as a member Options: Make it easier of the Lubbock Indefor families to underpendent School District stand and access the disteam, we accept the trict's school options. Texas Education AgenAll campuses within cy’s (TEA) invitation to Lubbock ISD are part be part of the System of the System of Great of Great Schools (SGS) Schools. As we move network. The goal of forward, different partthe SGS strategy is to ners will be working increase the number of Lisa Ramirez with specific schools. Lubbock ISD students in For example, some of great schools every year. As a member of the SGS network, you may already be familiar with the district strives to increase the a current SGS partner, the Lubpercentage of students attending bock Partnership Network (LPN). A/B schools while decreasing the The LPN is a partner within Lubpercentage of students attending bock ISD focused on accelerating the achievement of students in the D/F rated schools. To achieve that goal, Lubbock Estacado High School feeder pattern. ISD will: Without a doubt, becoming an ● Manage School Performance: Create an annual school perfor- SGS district will require each and mance and action planning cycle; every one of you. You have unique ● Expand Great Options: Intro- perspectives, viewpoints, conduce new, high-quality schools/ cerns and knowledge that can help programming via expanding our us best serve your students and I

Lisa Ramirez is the new Chief Innovation Officer for Lubbock ISD. She can be reached at lisa. ramirez3@lubbockisd.org or

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THANK YOU We appreciate seeing Latino Lubbock Magazine at our jamaica each year. We love jamaica season because it gets all the community out and gets us connected and talking. Plus, the great food and entertainment is always my favorite part. Enjoy the rest of your summer.

CARE ABOUT KIDS I'm conservative, however, it disappoints me to see children being treated like caged animals. I'm confused by the politicians and not sure how I will vote in the next presidential election. Wish they'd get their act together and care about all people, especially kids.

WEST TX HERO I just wanted to share a story of a very brave Lubbock young man. This young man is a very positive down to earth MARINE. He has shown to be a very unique caring West Texas young man. He was assigned to a Marine unit in Mali Africa and while the country was under fire and very unstable he took the time to stop and care for a group of orphanages in the surrounding area. Once the fighting and the fire had stop he and another Marine took the time to go and take food and supply's to the orphanage. As the pictures and the story from the Director tells the true meaning of a TRUE West Texas Hispanic Kid. This is the meaning of a real HERO and a person that feels the passion for people of all nations. Here is a letter from the director of the Orphanage.

Rita Hernandez

Joe Lara

Janie Salas

CODE "ENFORCE"MENT My neighbor is so dirty. Their weeds are about 3 to 4 feet tall in the front and back yard. I've called the city codes enforcement and a month later - NOTHING! I'm truly disappointed how nothing happens to these folks who do this repeatedly. We work so hard to follow the rules keeping our yards clean, lawns and alleys mowed and just being good citizens. If we park our cars wrong once, we get a ticket. If repeat offenders do this - again, NOTHING! The city needs to be consistent on how the "enforce" the rules. Charles Gomez

look forward to hearing from you. Your questions, comments, and overall voice will be critical to meeting the educational needs of Every Child, Every Day. As you prepare your child and/ or yourself to go back to school, I challenge you to think about what would need to be in place for you to be successful. How can you contribute to making every school in the Lubbock ISD, great? Yes, it will be hard. Yes, it will require us to tackle old problems with new solutions. And yes, it will be important that we engage in difficult conversations with the goal of listening and learning. May we each be reminded of the urgency of this work from a quote by Dr. Kevin Maxwell, “Our job is to teach the students we have. Not the ones we would like to have. Not the ones we used to have. Those we have right now. All of them.”

DISLIKE POLITICS The Democratic presidential candidates are too many! I can't believe some of these folks are still in the running. And this is why they lost last time - they don't have it together. I dislike party politics. This Potus is disrespectful and has been a turn off to me as a Hispanic. I do believe we need to control our borders and send back illegal immigrants but we also need to be humane. And even though the President doesn't think he is racist, its clear he has some prejudices? By the way, when did he hijack the military and Christians. Scary! Salvador C.

Dear Friends , I am writing to thank you for your part in helping to feed those abandoned and needy children who are struggling to get food in theses days of trouble in Mali . I want to thank you for your voluntary engagement to bring food items to the orphanage. May God continue to bless your work as you minister to those in need. With much thanks, Maly Sangho Founder of the orphanage NIABER of ASE-MALI Sebenikoro Bamako Mali FIRST TIME READER Read Latino Lubbock Magazine for the first time when I was handed a copy at the parade. It is a class act and a really informative publication. Like seeing Hispanics in a better light that the other media shines. I'm ready for next month's issue. Thanks, Ron Huerta

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Discrediting the Myth That People of Color Don't Need Sunscreen

BY MATT HAHN & CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

bout a month ago, Vangie A Montez took her son Caleb to a pediatricianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office for a routine check-

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up. While the doctor was checking him, he noticed a small bump on her nose. He asked her if she was aware of the spot on her nose. Montez looked at the pediatrician and said she did not know; it was something that had come and gone for as long as she knew. He told her, in a very concerned voice that it could be something serious and that she should have it looked at. She was caught off guard but took the pediatrician seriously because he seemed sincerely concerned. Upon scheduling an appointment at a dermatology office, she got a lot of testing done. Unfortunately, the results were shocking. The dermatologist told her that the little bump was skin cancer. As the results were shared with her, she wept. She was in disbelief with the diagnosis. She became panicked, stressed and completely depressed. Her treatment would require surgery. As such, she began to prepare herself. Vangie spent about seven days in the hospital and had over 20 stitches all over her face. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It looked as if I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even have a nose,â&#x20AC;? she said. To add to her depression, Montez was scheduled to get married on July 14. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had been looking at wedding dresses for the past few weeks,â&#x20AC;? Montez said.

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She was concerned about how she was even going to be able to put on make-up or prepare for her special day. Three weeks after her surgery, Montez had some of her stitches taken out. She has become aggressive about protecting her face from the sun. More so, she has become vehemently passionate about making sure others are aware of skin cancer. She tells others and shares photos of her horrific story and the painful recovery. As a Hispanic woman, she also said she could not believe that people of color could get skin cancer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People can die from skin cancer,â&#x20AC;? Montez said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought that this was so important for others to know.â&#x20AC;? Since her diagnosis with skin cancer, Vangie Montez, has experienced an emotional rollercoaster. She said that as a child growing up, she and her family would go out swimming, from about 1 p.m. to when the pool would close, all the time. What they did not know was that the sun had a big effect on their skin. Montez also said that she did not recall using or being aware of the importance of sunscreen. Because of that, nobody in the family thought that it was such a big deal. She thought she was taking safety precautions by using a tanning bed to darken her fair skin, believing it would not affect her as much. Unfortunately, she was wrong.

Now, after her experience, she is more aware and vigilant about skin health and protection.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Melanoma can develop anywhere on your body, in otherwise normal skin or in an existing mole that becomes cancerous. Melanoma most often appears on the face or the trunk of affected men. In women, this type of cancer most often develops on the lower legs. In both men and women, melanoma can occur on skin that hasn't been exposed to the sun. Melanoma can affect people of any skin tone. In people with darker skin tones, melanoma tends to occur on the palms or soles, or under the fingernails or toenails. Melanoma signs include: â&#x20AC;˘ A large brownish spot with darker speckles â&#x20AC;˘ A mole that changes in color, size or feel or that bleeds â&#x20AC;˘ A small lesion with an irregular border and portions that appear red, pink, white, blue or blue-black â&#x20AC;˘ A painful lesion that itches or burns Make an appointment with your doctor if you notice any changes to your skin that worry you. Not all skin changes are caused by skin cancer. Your doctor will investigate your skin changes to determine a cause.

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Assistance Program, or SNAP, could result in thousands of Texans being cut from the program including many in the Lubbock area. It is unclear exactly what kind of impact the proposed changes will have on Texans, but state policy experts estimate it could kick at least 125,000 people off of SNAP. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced last week it was proposing a

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the USDA, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up to states to decide eligibility and distribute aid as needed. Since 2001, Texas required applicants to make no more than $42,000 for a family of four to be considered for SNAP benefits. Under the new rule, that number would fall to about $33,000 for a family of four. Under Texas law, SNAP recipients must not own a car that costs more than $15,000. If the proposed rule goes into effect, no SNAP recipient could own a car costing more than $4,650. If you have feedback visit www. regulations.gov

Anchor Maria Elena Salinas Joins CBS News as a Contributor ward-winning journalist, anchor A and author Maria Elena Salinas is joining CBS News as a contributor,

it was announced today by Susan Zirinsky, CBS News President and Senior Executive Producer. Salinas, one of the most recognizable and respected journalists in the country, most notably served as co-anchor of Univision's evening news program for more than 30 years. Salinas will contribute reports across CBS News broadcasts and platforms and will frequently appear on coverage of the run-up to the 2020 election. "It is an honor to welcome Maria Elena Salinas to the CBS News team," said Zirinsky. "We look forward to sharing her important voice and journalistic credentials with our audience in a critical time for this country." In a career that spans nearly four decades, Salinas has interviewed world leaders and covered virtually every major national and international news event of our time. Her work has earned the top awards presented

in broadcasting, including multiple Emmys, a Peabody, Gracie Awards, the Edward R. Murrow Award and the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Television Political Journalism. Most recently, Salinas was the host of "The Real Story with Maria Elena Salinas," a crime series for Investigation Discovery. She also covered the 2018 presidential election in Mexico for Telemundo. Salinas contributed to CBS News in 2016, when she reported on the role Hispanics would play in the election for CBS SUNDAY MORNING. While at Univision, she was co-host of "Noticiero Univision" and co-host of "Aquí y Ahora," a newsmagazine program for Univision. A versatile and bilingual journalist, Salinas has interviewed every U.S. president since Jimmy Carter. She is at ease interviewing newsmakers such as

Manuel Noriega, the former dictator of Panamaand Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, as she is sitting down with Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martinand Gloria Estefan. She was one of the first female journalists in wartime Baghdad. Salinas participated in the 2004 bilingual debate on Hispanic issues and in 2007 co-hosted the first Democratic and Republican presidential candidate forums in Spanish for Univision. From 2001-2011, Salinas wrote a weekly syndicated column in both English and Spanish. She is also the author of the 2006 autobiography, I Am My Father's Daughter, Living a Life Without Secrets. Salinas began her journalism career in 1981 as a reporter, anchor and public affairs host for KMEX-TV, Univision's affiliate in Los Angeles.

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Constable Barnes Asked to Resign for Racist Remarks

he Lubbock County Republican T Party called for the resignation of Lubbock County Precinct 2 Constable

Jody Barnes. In a written report by Greg George, Lubbock County Human Resources Director, Barnes was accused making comments about “Mexicans” and “Africans.” More specifically, he was accused of saying he could help someone become a can shooter with a gun — as in, someone who can shoot Mexicans and Africans. The report said when confronted about the comments, Barnes said he was in an interracial marriage with interracial children. A copy of the report was released by the Lubbock County Republican party with portions blacked out. The following is a statement from Steve Evans, Chairman of the Lubbock County Republican Party: In light of the recent allegations of misconduct directed at Lubbock County Precinct 2 Constable Jody

Barnes, as highlighted in the attached Lubbock County Human Resources report and featured in an article posted on lubbocklights.com, the Lubbock County Republican Party hereby condemns the actions of Constable Barnes and calls for his immediate resignation. The Lubbock County Republican Party strives to hold our elected officials accountable and will not tolerate the type of conduct exhibited by Constable Barnes. Tony Renteria, the National Chairman of LEXIT, along with Republican National Hispanic Assembly Chairwoman Betty Cardenas and Bienvenido USA President Abraham Enriquez, released a statement asking for Barnes to step down and condemning his actions. “At best, Barnes statement can be construed as blatantly insensitive and unquestionably racist,” the statement said. “At worst, it is a warning to the minority groups he mentioned.” The statement goes on to call Barnes a liability to the county and a danger to its citizens.

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nidosUS (formerly NCLR), the U nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization,

announced that it will partner with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises to livestream its Democratic presidential candidate event to Spanishspeaking viewers. The event will take place during the UnidosUS Annual Conference at the San Diego Convention Center on Monday, August 5, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. In attendance at the Monday event will be former Vice President Joe Biden; Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA); Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT). The Democratic presidential candidates will take the stage individually and will deliver remarks followed by a question and answer session with UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía.

Emmy Award-winning journalist and senior correspondent for Noticias Telemundo Vanessa Hauc will emcee the event.

The event will be livestreamed by Telemundo in Spanish via NoticiasTelemundo.com and Noticias Telemundo’s properties on YouTube, Twitter and Facebook, allowing Latino voters from around the country access to the signature Conference event. UnidosUS will also livestream the event in English via its Facebook page. “We are excited to be working with Telemundo to bring this important event to English- and Spanish-speaking

viewers across the country who are anxious to hear from the candidates on key issues of concern. This is the first time we offer multi-language livestreaming of our event,” said Zandra Zuno Baermann, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications. “Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo has been a longtime partner and funder of UnidosUS and has played a key role in keeping our community informed.” “We are delighted to partner with UnidosUS, the largest Latino advocacy organization in the country,” said Luis Fernández, Executive Vice President of News for Telemundo Network. “The 2020 elections kicked-off on Noticias Telemundo with the first presidential debate, and events like these are critical to continue to inform our viewers as the most trusted source of news during this electoral cycle.”

The question is being asked of half of the 480,000 households randomly chosen for the test. “Is this person a citizen of the United States?” one question asks on the printed form sent to an NBC News reporter’s home. The responses are: Yes, born in the United States. Yes, born in Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or Northern Mariana. Yes, U.S. citizen

by naturalization – Print year of naturalization. No, not a U.S. citizen. The question appears several times, after asking for identifying information about each person in the household. Specifically, it is asked after a question requesting the person’s race. From the test, the bureau wanted to determine how many people would answer the citizenship question, and other things.

Gatica was born and raised in Slaton, Texas. He has been married to Irma Gatica for 35 years and has 3 children Mikel, 31; Veronica, 29; and Tomas, 27. He has two grandchildren. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in education and a Master’s in Educational Administration from Texas Tech University. He was selected to study at Harvard University and is an alum of the Oxford Roundtable at Oxford University, England. He taught and coached in the Slaton Public Schools. Also serving as a Plainview City Council member. He has maintained active involvement personally and in business in Slaton, and moved back a couple of years ago in plans to further get involved in his hometown.

Currently, John seeks to continue his public service as Mayor of Slaton. His fundamental focus as Mayor will be to encourage community engagement. His interest is in creating a five year strategic plan that focuses on community concerns, which will allow him as Mayor to be held accountable to the citizens of Slaton. Further, his interest is in educating the community on the dynamics of city government would also focus on youth and fostering programs that will engage them into the future of Slaton. He said that he is committed to inclusion and will encourage open door meetings and transparent policy making. Election day will be November 5, 2019.

Blocked from the Census, Citizenship Question Still Being Asked

he citizenship question that T President Donald Trump wanted on the 2020 census, but was blocked,

still is being asked of some American households. The Census Bureau has been testing the 2020 census questionnaire online since late June and early July. Printed forms for those who didn’t answer online began arriving in homes in recent days and some include the question.

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in Slaton, Texas to fill the positions of Commissioner James A. “Buster” Tucker and its Mayor D.W. “Dubbin" Englund. Both officials died within a week in May. Candidates have begun to file. Among them, John Gatica has formally filed his bid for Mayor of Slaton and states that he is eager to begin his campaign.

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Fed Expected to Cut Rates for the First Time Since the Financial Crisis

he Federal Reserve is poised to cut T interest rates on Wednesday for the first time since the 2008 financial

crisis to extend the longest economic expansion in US history. The move would come despite a strong US economy. But some cracks are beginning to show: The global economy is softening, American manufacturing is slowing, and the global trade war isn't helping matters. But a potential rate cut would also follow months of pressure from President Donald Trump, who has broken with his predecessors' practice of walling off the central bank from politics. Jerome Powell, the chairman of the world's most influential central bank, has repeatedly pledged to follow economic data, and policymakers have become increasingly worried that uncertainty, caused in part by the President's trade wars with China and other countries, will hamper global growth and dampen investment. "We are carefully monitoring these developments and assessing their implications for the US economic outlook and inflation, and will act as appropriate to sustain the expansion," Powell reiterated in remarks delivered at a French government conference in Paris on July 16. Even before the central bank signaled the possibility last month, investors had already priced in a reduction in the federal funds rate, which influences the cost of mortgages, credits cards and

other borrowing. Those expectations piled on additional pressure on the Fed to move at this week's meeting to avoid rattling markets with an abrupt change in course. The Fed chairman has brushed off such pressures -- political or otherwise -- arguing the Fed is "insulated" from such demands as an independent institution outside of the control of the White House and whose decisions are informed by incoming economic data. The Fed last raised rates in December but has backed off plans for further tightening. In June, Powell began to make the case that the Fed, like other central banks, around the world needed to act earlier to get ahead of any economic weakness especially given how low interest rates currently are -- a reversal from his previous stance. "If you see weakness, it's better to come in earlier rather than later," Powell said at an appearance before the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. "I think most central banks would want to act preemptively rather than let a downturn gather steam, in a sense, the thought being an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." That message has been echoed by other top officials, including Federal Reserve Bank President William Dudley. Efforts by the Fed to prevent an economic downturn is unlikely to win a reprieve from the White House. A day before policymakers were set to

gather for their two-day interest-setting meeting in Washington this week, Trump chastised the Fed for making "all the wrong moves," adding, "a small rate cut is not enough." Trump has kept up a year-long relentless attack against the Fed, often lamenting he regrets appointing Powell for the role, and going so far as to threaten to fire him. He's called the central bank his "biggest threat" and accused it of behaving like a "stubborn child" for refusing to cut rates and keeping credit too tight. It will be up to Powell during his now-routine press conference to justify the decision to plow ahead with a rate cut given some prevailing strength in the economy. Since their last meeting in June, the data has consistently surprised to the upside with strongerthan-expected job gains, retail sales and economic growth in the second quarter. Wall Street analysts also suggest Friday's upcoming jobs numbers will be another important economic milestone that will determine whether a further rate hike may be coming as early as September as some anticipate. "Expect an overall strong report, eroding the case for further cuts, but given the strong easing bias of Fed leaders, much depends on exactly how strong the report is and how they adjust their messaging in response," Josh Wright, iCIMS' chief economist and former Fed staffer said. "'One and done' still seems like an economically justifiable outcome."

U.S. Immigrant Rights Leaders to Engage in Talks with Central American Counterparts

he Refuge for Families coalition will T begin a five-day delegation trip Aug. 3 to Guatemala and Mexico to engage

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Property Taxes Likely to Go Up by One Cent

ity leaders last month focused C on the budget, which centered around fees, some rates expected

to go up, while others will go down, new fees will also be implemented. The proposals are intended to represent the city's growth. That includes its community policing project and all its infrastructure plans. This year the city will earn $14 million in interest on those dollars, said Mayor Pope. "We are trying to run this efficiently and we want to be accountable and we want to be transparent." The challenges this budget faces is how to properly balance the city priorities this according to mayor Pope. The proposed budget also includes a property tax rate increase of one cent. It is less than the city planned last year for this budget. That additional revenue

will help build police substations and a new PD headquarter building. The full budget has to be finished by October 1. In addition to the proposed one-cent tax rate increase, property appraisals are also up, on average, more than five percent a c ross Lubbock . These both mean you will likely be paying more to the city. To learn more about your tax rate, visit the Lubbock Central Appraisal District (LCAD) at www.lubbockcad.org LCAD serve property owners and taxing units of Lubbock County by providing accurate, timely appraisals of all taxable property at the most cost effective level possible. The new rates will not be posted till after October 1.

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DPS TROOPER JANDREW TO RETIRE: Congratulations to Texas DPS Trooper, Corina Jandrew on her recent retirement. She has dedicated 24 years of service to Lubbock County and The State of Texas! She completed the Academy on August 11, 1995. Upon graduation, she returned to the city of Lubbock where she was one of two females to become a highway patrolman. She spent a year and three months in Driver's license; the rest was highway patrol duty; and then in January 1, 2009, she went into Commercial Vehicle Enforcement. Jandrew was the first female commissioned officer in Region 5A09, as well as She is the only female to have worked the longest as a road trooper. Corina has worked in an array of jobs including wire taps, major accidents, public education programs in area schools, etc. She is a breast cancer survivor. Her plans are to take a short break and possibly aspires into another career in uniform. Plus, she will continue her service in the Army Reserves. For now, Corina wants to enjoy time with her children and grandchildren and take it one day at a time. Enjoy the next chapter and congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Mes de Donación de Órganos Minoritarios

l 1 de agosto es Día de la E concientización sobre los donantes minoritarios. Según la Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network, de los aproximadamente 100 mil ciudadanos que esperan un transplante de órganos, más de 15,600 son hispanos. Es fundamental aumentar la cantidad

de donantes hispanos, debido a que la compatibilidad genética es uno de los factores para encontrar el órgano donado correspondiente para un paciente receptor. Para mas información, sobre LifeGift o Regalo de vida y para registrarse como un donante, visite www.lifegift.org o 1-800-633-6562.

West Nile Virus Confirmed in Lubbock

he City of Lubbock Health T Department has confirmed West Nile Virus (WNV) in Lub-

bock. Each year vector control places mosquito traps throughout the county. A laboratory then tests the mosquitos for disease. The laboratory notified the health department that some of the mosquitoes tested positive for WNV. Vector control will increase spraying in the community targeting areas around positive traps. Everyone is encouraged to take steps to reduce mosquito bites. Since WNV is a disease of birds, humans are exposed to the virus when they are bitten by mosquitoes that fed on infected birds. The infected mosquitoes become the link (vector) that spreads the disease from birds to humans through a bite. WNV cannot be spread person-to-person. Symptoms of West Nile Virus include headache, fever, muscle and joint aches, nausea and fatigue. People with West Nile fever typi-

cally recover on their own. There are no medications to treat or vaccines to prevent West Nile Virus infection. People over 50 years old and those with other health issues are at a higher risk of becoming seriously ill. If people have symptoms and suspect West Nile virus infection, they should contact their healthcare provider. It is important for individuals to continue to take steps to avoid mosquito bites. These include: • Wearing an EPA registered insect repellant • Covering up with long-sleeved shirts and long pants • Keeping mosquitoes out of living areas by using air conditioning or intact window screens • Limiting outdoor activities during peak mosquito times • Dumping standing water around your home For more information on West Nile virus visit the CDC website at: http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/ index.html

Vive tu vida, Get Up Get Moving!

Noticias de salud/ Health News YOGA IN THE PLAZA, Aug 3,10, 17, 24, 31st, from 9-10 am, Free, Teen/Adult, Join us for a different instructor every Saturday. Buddy and Maria Elena Holly Plaza, 1824 Crickets Avenue. BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK/ GLUCOSE SCREENING, Aug 6 & 20, 10 am, Free, Ages 50+, Blood pressure checks and glucose screenings sponsored by local health care agencies, Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. HEALTH AND NUTRITION EDUCATION, Aug 20, 12 pm, Free, Ages 50+, Topics on health and nutrition are discussed to help you understand a healthy w a y to live. Sponsored by Texas Ag Extension. Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. FREE NUTRITION & WELLNESS PROGRAM – at Catholic Charities, 102 Avenue J, Lubbock. Anyone can eat healthy, you just need to take the first step! Food safety, shopping on a budget, and nutrition classes August 1, 8, 22, and 29 @10 a.m. Cooking classes – August 6 & 20 @ 5:00 p.m. Dietitian appointments available August 7, 14, 21 & 28. Information & to register: Anna Sullivan, 806-765-8475 ext. 114, cell- 806-370-3385 or learntocook@ cclubbock.org BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS schedule your annual screening mammograms in our fully customized 40ft RV mobile exam unit, utilizing our 100% digital imaging equipment. Schedule your appointment for Thursday, August 28, at United Supermarket, 50th St. & Ave. Q . Please call: (877) 494-4797 or (806) 725-6579. ZUMBA! Holy Spirit Church, 98th & Frankford, will host Zumba classes on Saturday, 9 a.m. and Thursdays, 6 p.m. $5 per class. Any age may attend. Will need to sign a waiver. HEALTHBEAT EQUIPMENT brings the best of the gym to the great outdoors at Buddy Holly Lake of Cesar Chavez Drive, for ages 13 to 100. The outdoor fitness equipment is available to the public and has 10 pieces of fitness equipment. This is a project of Los Hermanos Familia. FREE. 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) 799-4320. 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. FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area, Thurs. from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7-8 P.M. For more info call 806-793.3336.

Health/ salud

Immunize to return to school

s you prepare for the start of A a new school year, it is important to turn your attention to the required immunizations children must have in order to enroll in school such as MMR [m e a sl e s ,

mumps

& rubella]. Immunizations are one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and your family from deadly diseases. Immunizing children according to recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics can help protect children from common infections and diseases. Why are immunizations necessary? Immunizations are still a simple and effective way to protect children from serious diseas-

es. Vaccines trigger the immune system to fight disease. What if my child does not get immunized? Children risk catching a disease, they can infect others and they may be excluded from attending school. Can children get free vaccines? Vaccines for Children is a federal program that provides free vaccines to eligible children including those without health insurance coverage.

a las recomendaciones de la Academia Americana de Pediatría puede ayudar a proteger a los niños de las infecciones y enfermedades comunes. ¿Por qué son las vacunas necesarias? Las vacunas siguen siendo una manera sencilla y eficaz para proteger a los niños de enfermedades graves. Las vacunas activan el sistema inmunológico para combatir la enfermedad.

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

For healthy eyes and vision throughout the school year, the Academy recommends the following four tips: Get regular childhood vision screenings – Children’s eyes change rapidly, making regular vision screenings an important step in detecting and correcting eye problems early. Know and share your family eye health history – Everyone should find out whether eye conditions or diseases run in their family. Parents should share that information with the person performing the screening when possible.

Watch for signals of eye problems – Parents should be alert to symptoms that could indicate an eye or vision problem, such as complaints of eyestrain, headaches and squinting when reading or performing other common activities. Wear protective eyewear when playing sports – Eye injuries while playing sports can cause serious damage, whether by getting smacked with an elbow during basketball or hit with a hockey stick. Because children are still growing, being vigilant about eye health is important. The earlier problems are identified; the sooner they can be addressed. For more info, visit www.aao.org

Vacune a regresar a la escuela

ientras se M prepara para el inicio de un nuevo año escolar,

es importante que dirija su atención a las vacunas requeridas para niños al inscribirse en la escuela. Vacunas como el sarampiín, las paperas y la rubéola. Vacunas son la manera más fácil para protegerse y proteger a su familia de enfermedad mortal. Vacunar a los niños de acuerdo

Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

ith back-to-school time around the corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school supplies and clothes. As they tick off their long list of school todos, ophthalmologists are reminding moms and dads not to neglect one of the most important learning tools: their children’s eyes. Good vision and overall eye health are vital to learning. The American Academy of Ophthalmology is emphasizing the importance of healthy vision to academic success during Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month in August.

The Doc or Is In

Advice from our Doctors... Consejos de nuestros médicos

Breastfeeding

A Magical Bond of Love

ur mothers and grandmothers are right when they tell us that breast milk is the best food for the baby. Breast Milk has all the nutrients your baby needs for proper growth and development may reduce the risk of ear infections and colds may reduce the risk of obesity, diabetes, and other diseases is easier for your baby to digest

is always the right temperature, never too hot and never too cold Did you know that breastfeeding is healthier for you, too? Breastfeeding helps shrink your uterus to pre-pregnancy size helps prevent excessive bleeding may help you lose weight faster helps you bond with your baby releases hormones to help you relax.

La Lactancia

El enlace mágico de amor uestras madres y abuelas a la temperatura correcta. Ni muy N tenían razón cuando nos- caliente ni muy fría. decían que la leche materna es el ¿Ya sabía que amamantar es más mejor alimento para el bebé. Leche Materna Tiene todos los nutrientes que su bebé necesita para crecer y desarrollarse adecuadamente. Puede reducir el riesgo de infecciones del oído y de gripas. Puede reducir el riesgo de obesidad, diabetes y cualquier otra enfermedad. Es más fácil de digerir para su bebé. Siempre está

saludable para usted, también? Amamantar ayuda a reducir su útero al tamaño que tenía antes del embarazo. Ayuda a prevenir el sangrado excesivo. Puede ayudarle a bajar de peso más rápidamente. Le ayuda a crear un lazo con su bebé. Libera hormonas para ayudarla a relajarse.

Vaccines are for ALL AGES!

Mes de visión y Para lalossalud ocular de los niños on el tiempo de regreso a la escuela ojos sanos y la visión durante Ver las señales de los problemas de

a la vuelta de la esquina, los padres estarán luchando para comprar nuevos suministros escolares y ropa. A medida que se van de su larga lista de escuela a-Dos, los oftalmólogos están recordando a las madres y los padres que no descuidar una de las herramientas de aprendizaje más importantes: los ojos de sus hijos. La buena visión y la salud ocular general son vitales para aprender. La Academia Americana de oftalmología está haciendo hincapié en la importancia de la visión saludable del éxito académico durante el mes de la salud y la seguridad de los niños en agosto.

todo el año escolar, la academia recomienda los siguientes cuatro consejos: Consigue proyecciones regulares de visión de la infancia - los ojos de los niños cambian rápidamente, haciendo que las proyecciones de visión regulares sean un paso importante para detectar y corregir los problemas de ojos temprano. Conoce y comparte tu historia de salud de los ojos familiares - todo el mundo debe saber si las condiciones oculares o las enfermedades corren en su familia. Los padres deben compartir esa información con la persona que realiza la proyección cuando sea posible.

los ojos - los padres deben estar alerta a los síntomas que podrían indicar un problema de ojo o visión, tales como quejas de vista, dolores de cabeza y Children need immunizations at bizco al leer o realizar otras actividades Birth, 2, 4, 6, 12, & 18 months comunes. 4-6 years & 11-12 years Usar gafas de protección al jugar Adults need a Flu vaccine every deportes - las lesiones oculares mientras year and other vaccines as juegan deportes pueden causar graves recommended by a physician. daños. 806 18th Street 806.775.2933 Debido a que los niños siguen creciendo, Free estar alerta sobre la salud ocular es STOP Secure importante. Los problemas anteriores hunting Confidential se identifican; cuanto antes se puedan down shot For Electronic Adults & abordar. records... Doctor Accessible Children Para más información, visita www. immtracforeveryone.com aao.org All Rights reserved. August/augosto 2019, Vol. 13, Issue 8 Page

Education/ Educación

Gonzales Wins National Boxing Championship

BY MATT HAHN FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

obert Gonzales, won the R Heavy Weight National Championship in Madison, WisLBK BASEBALL CHAMPIONS: The Lubbock Assassins 16U baseball team represented the 806 and won the 643 Prime Event Show Case tournament at Texas Tech on July 14, 2019. They went 5-0. The team is coached by Head Coach- Roy Delgado; and Assistant Coaches - Tim Riojas and Eric Rodriguez. The players include Isaiah Chavez, Nathan Davila, Josh Gibson, John Mark Gonzales, Jaden Martinez, Teige Mitchell, Aidan Pantoya, Joseph Pantoya, Ryan Quintanilla, Xavier Rangel, William Rauch, Josh Redding, Cole Riojas, Josh Rodriguez, Gavin Rodriguez, and Kaleb Shull. Congratulations on a great job FROM Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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consin during the summer of June 2019. Gonzales said he has been boxing and training for competitions since 2018. He originally started out playing football competitively, and although he loved the sport, he realized that boxing was more of his passion. So, every five days a week from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Gonzales puts his heart and soul to every training session leaving blood, sweat and

tears all over the gymnasium floor. “It’s very hard, and it takes a lot of discipline and cardio. But I’ve learned that you’ve just got to do it,” said the young boxer. For Gonzales, getting to compete at Heavy Weight was not an easy feat. Gonzales said he won five preliminary matches, one advancing tournament and a state match in order to compete in Madison, where he beat out his ultimate competition and achieved his goal. As excitement flew all around, Gonzales said that he is now eligible to compete internationally at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, from July 27 to August 2. “It’s been mind-blowing. It has been a good experience for me to be the better me and to do more than what I can,” Gonzales said.

Affordable Childcare is Available he Early Learning Centers of to help ensure each child is deT Lubbock (ELC) veloping appropriately is now enrolling for and teachers work with the fall semester. Tuition is based on each family’s household income so fees range from $65-$125 per week. ELC also has part-time care available at a reduced cost. ELC provides each child breakfast, lunch and snack. For infants baby bottles, formula and baby food are provided at no cost to the parents. A developmentally appropriate curriculum is used

children one on one to help those who might be a little behind catch up. Learning is done through play and involves lots of hands on activities for all ages. The centers are open Monday through Friday, 6:30am-6pm and ELC accepts CCS. For more information or to schedule an appointment to enroll please call 806-765-9981.

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Education & Scholarship Updates SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It lists thousands of scholarships. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource. 2019 HACU IES ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP is open to students who are currently attending a HispanicServing Institution that is a member of Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities. The application deadline is November 1, 2019. The Institute for European Studies (IES) will provide up to $2,500 for summer and up to $5,000 for the semester. Applicants get more information through the given link: http://usascholarships.com/ hacu-ies-abroad-scholarship/?nd=1 JOHN T. MONTFORD SCHOLARSHIP First Generation Students , CONTACT: Texas Tech Scholarship & Financial Aid Office WOMAN-TO-WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship fund was established by Mrs. Lou Diekemper in order to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation. Deadline: Dec. 1. Apply online at https://www.cfwtx. org/current-scholarships

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tre de otoño. La matrícula se basa profesores trabajan con los niños en los ingresos del hogar de cada uno en uno para ayudar a aquellos AAUW SCHOLARSHIP The Assofamilia por lo que los honorarios que podrían estar un poco detrás ciation of University Women Educational oscilan desde $ 65 -$ 125 por se- de la puesta en contacto. El apren- Foundation Apply at www.aauw.org mana. Elc también tiene cuidado dizaje se hace a través del juego e a tiempo parcial disponible a un implica un montón de actividades ADELANTE SCHOLARSHIPS www.adelantefund.org/#!scholarships/crij costo reducido. de mano para todas las edades. Elc proporciona desayuno, alLos centros están abiertos de HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP CONmuerzo y merienda a cada niño. lunes a viernes, 6:30 am-6 PM Y SORTIUM Para los bebés, las botellas de ELC ACEPTA CCS. Para más in- www.hispanicscholar.org/#!apply/c17ip bebé, la fórmula y la comida de formación o para programar una bebé se proporcionan sin costo cita para inscribirse por favor lla- LA UNIDAD LATINA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP a los padres. Un plan de estudios me al 806-765-9981. www.lulf.org/apply/ Latino Lubbock Magazine Proudly Advocates for Education/La revista latina Lubbock aboga por la educación

Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities 11TH ANNUAL VAMOS A PESCAR, LET'S GO FISHING August 10th, 6 am -2 pm, Free, bring you lawn chairs, sunscreen and water bottles and join us at this annual family fishing event. Pre-register online at www. letsgofishinglubbock.com. Children up to 17 years-old must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Los Hermanos Familia. At Buddy Holly Lake on University Ave & Cesar E Chavez Dr. For information call 792-1212. ARNETT BENSON FLAG FOOTBALL is looking for players for its 6 U & 8U. The age cutoff is August 1st. You must be 5 years old to play 6 U and no older than 6 on August 1st. To Play 8U you cannot be older than eight as of August 1. Cost is $65 per player and includes a custom uniform and mouthpiece. Parents must purchase socks and cleats. The Arnett Benson Cowboys play in the South Plains Ironman Football league. Please Contact Cory Lusk (806) 201-2777, or visit the Arnett Benson Cowboys Facebook page. HOME ALONE SAFETY TRAINING, Aug 23, 5 pm, $15, Ages 8-15, Children will learn basic first aid, what to do when a stranger comes to the door, answering the telephone and how to react during emergencies. Kids will receive a booklet with information covered in the class. Register by the Thursday before by noon, Maxey Community Center, 4020 30th Street. KIDS CAFÉ Mon.-Fri., 3:30 pm, Free, Ages 6-12, Rawlings Community Center. And, Mon.-Fri., 3:45 pm, Free, Ages 18 and younger, Children can enjoy a hot nutritious meal. Sponsored by the South Plains Food Bank, Maggie Trejo Supercenter. TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities offers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old struggling with negative behaviors, loss of self-respect, bullying, etc. Parents may call 1-800-530-4704 and make a confidential appointment for a case manager to visit. OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit! Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free.

Becoming the Best Version of Yourself n the “I first mass I at-

tended during my stay in Utah, I found a book right in front of my seat t i t l e d , “ Yo u ’ r e Amazing.” The book focuses on the beauty in breaking free from mediocrity and living with energy and joy. I have read a chapter each day and its words inspire me and give me the strength to wake up early to workout, conduct research all day, and remain joyful. However, one thing that I struggle with involves recognizing my strengths, which has led to many unfinished projects and diminished fires in my life. Honestly, I have often felt like I could never make it into medical school, leading me to rethink my career choice. Yet, I know better than to let myself dwell on my inadequacies too often because I am reminded that my commitment to studying and passion for serving are too undeniable

to allow myself to fall into the depths of doubt. Actually, I recently had a conversation with a priest whom reminded me of the importance in time and energy in saying, “he who is responsible in little things will be responsible in greater things to come.” I am now working to perceive every present task as preparation for a bigger role to come in the future, removing all distractions that hinder my growth to becoming the best version of myself. I am glad to say that this summer has been fruitful. I have learned about the effects of inherited diseases of the brain, observed physicians at the hospital, and formed relationships with intelligent individuals. In the past, I have set limitations on myself based off of gender and ethnicity, however by participating in this internship I feel a surge of empowerment and knowledge have slowly blossomed. With that said, I can’t wait to carry this with me through the next chapters of my life and into my future career. Bailee Alonzo - is a sophomore at Texas Tech, majoring in Biology Pre-Med. She aspires to become a dermatologist.

Cantu to Play in All American Games

erek Ryan Cantu has been D nominated to play in the Round Rock, TX Baseball Youth

All-American Games on August 8-11th. He is an 8th grader in Idalou Middle School and has played Idalou Little League and USSSA Travel Ball since he was 5 years old. He has been included in the Best Players in USSSA Baseball book three times and has won several awards. He is the son of Byron & Melissa

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Cantu and grandson of Francisco & Esther Salas, and David & Irene (Cantu) Gonzales. Good luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

BUDDIES: Daniel the Lion of KTTZ 5 TV and Frankie the Fish of Los Hermanos Familia had a great time meeting and posing with kids at the PBS Kids Summer Adventure! Summer Adventure surrounds kids with entertaining, engaging programs, and activities that make learning fun.

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WINNERS: Two Morton High School FCCLA members and their adviser traveled to Anaheim, California from 6/27-7/6 to attend the National Family Career and Community Leaders of America Conference themed “Believe in Yourself!”. Recent graduate, Yadira Martinez and incoming senior, Mikayla Morin teamed up to participate in the STAR competitive events with the guidance of their adviser: Mrs. Tiffeny Smith. Students were awarded Gold Medals in the Illustrated Talk Senior Division Competitive Event with their talk titled “There is NO Love in Violence”. Students detailed warning signs of unhealthy relationships and provided contact information for victims to receive assistance. Congratulations and best of luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine on the upcoming school year!

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Back to School Let's Get Ready!

Making the first day of school easier

emind your child that he/she R is not the only student who is a bit uneasy about the first day of school. Teachers know that students are anxious and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible. Point out the positive aspects of starting

school: It will be fun. They'll see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh their positive memories about previous years, when they may have returned

home after the first day with high spirits because they had a good time. Find another child in the neighborhood with whom your youngster can walk to school or ride with

on the bus. If you feel it is appropriate, drive your child (or walk with her) to school and pick them up on the first day.

Haciendo el primer día más fácile ecuerde a su clases: Será divertido. Verá R hijo que no a viejos amigos y conocerá es el único estudi- otros nuevos. Recuérdele

ante que está un poco inquieto respecto al primer día de clases. Los maestros saben que los estudiantes están ansiosos, y harán un esfuerzo adicional para asegurarse de que todos se sientan tan cómodos como sea posible. Haga notar los aspectos positivos de empezar a ir a

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

Caminando a la escuela a pie

segúrese de que el camino de su hijo hacia una A escuela sea una ruta segura, con adultos capacitados que trabajen como

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

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Back to School Events with Latino Lubbock LET’S GO FISHING, VAMOS A PESCSAR - August 10th, Saturday, 6 am -2 pm - Family fishing event at Buddy Holly Recreation Area, N. University & Cesar E. Chavez Dr. A last hoorah with mom and dad for FREE, before back to school! Pre-register online at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com , or, on-site. BACK-2-SCHOOL FIESTA will be held August 3, 2019. Come & Join us for a community day of fun. They will have live music, free food, door prizes, games, kid activities, as well as community and college fair, college admissions information, college financial aid information. Bilingual events and activities. Join us for this and much more! Everything is Free. The event will be held at West side of Jones AT&T Stadium . BACK-2-SCHOOL BASH will be held Aug. 10th, at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Lubbock Dream Center. A limited number of backpacks will be provided to families in need. BACK TO SCHOOL YOUTH RETREAT – August 9, 5:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m., Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1120 52nd, Lubbock. Entrance: $5/person. Open to all Jr. High/High School students. Come listen to great talks and enjoy some time with Christ before the school year begins. Equip yourself for the new year!

Walking to School

ake sure your child's walk to M a school is a safe route with well-trained adult crossing guards

at every intersection. Be realistic about your child's pedestrian skills. Because small children are impulsive and less cautious around traffic, carefully c o n sider whether or not your child is ready to walk to school without adult supervision. If your child is young or is walking to new school, walk with them the first week to make sure they know the route and can do it safely. Bright colored clothing will make your child more visible to drivers. In neighborhoods with higher levels of traffic, consider starting a “walking school bus,” in which an adult accompanies a group of neighborhood children walking to school.

Developing good homework study habits reate an environC ment that is conducive to doing home-

work. Youngsters need a permanent work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy. Set aside ample time for homework. Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time.

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

Crea buenos hábitos de tarea y estudiar

ree un ambiente propicio para hacer la C tarea. Los jóvenes necesitan un espacio permanente para trabajar en su recámara u

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

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

After School Child Care

uring middle childhood, youngsters D need supervision. A responsible adult should be available to get them ready and off

to school in the morning and watch over them after school until you return home from work. Children approaching adolescence (11- and 12-year-olds) should not come home to an empty house in the afternoon unless they show unusual maturity for their age. If alternate adult supervision is not available,

parents should make special efforts to supervise their children from a distance. Children should have a set time when they are expected to arrive at home and should check in with a neighbor or with a parent by telephone. If you choose a commercial after-school program, inquire about the training of the staff. There should be a high staff-to-child ratio, and the rooms and the playground should be safe.

Cuidado de niños antes y después de clases mediados de la niñez, los A jóvenes necesitan supervisión. Un adulto responsable

debe estar disponible para hacer que se preparen y que vayan a la escuela por la mañana y vigilarlos después de clases mientras usted regresa a casa después de trabajar. Los niños que se están aproximando a la adolescencia (de 11 y 12 años de edad) no deben regresar de la escuela por la tarde a un hogar vacío, a menos que muestren madurez poco común para su edad. Copyright 2019 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Si no hay disponible supervisión alterna por parte de un adulto, los padres deben hacer esfuerzos especiales por supervisar a sus hijos a distancia. Los niños deben tener un horario establecido en el que se espera que lleguen a casa, y deben llamar por teléfono a un vecino, o al papá o mamá para avisar que ya llegaron. Si elige un programa comercial para después de clases, pregunte acerca de la capacitación del personal. El personal no debe tener a su cargo a un número excesivo de niños, y los salones y el patio de recreo deben ser seguros. All Rights reserved.

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Anniversary Jesse y Angelita Martinez, 63rd as of August 13, 1956

Anniversary Jesse & Yolanda Guzman, 50th as of August

Anniversary John & Delia Ochoa, 47th as of July 15th

Anniversary Joe Jr. & Aurelia Rogers, 26th as of August 14, 1993

Anniversary Frank & Christy Garcia 21st as of August 29, 1998

Anniversary Brian & Monica O’Loughlin, 11th as of August 30,2008

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Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources HARWELL/RAWLINGS NEIGHBORHOOD REUNION, Aug 3, 6:30-10:30 pm, Free, All Ages, If you attended Harwell Elementary or hung out at the Rawlings Community Center, 213 40th Street in the 70’s, 80’s, or 90’s, or live in the neighborhood, we encourage you to attend our first-ever Neighborhood Reunion. Bring your family and reconnect with old school friends. Outdoor games, hot dogs, and a live DJ featuring 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s music on the tennis court behind Rawlings Community Center, 213 40th Street. BAYLESS ATKINS SUMMER CLEAN-UP Sat. Aug. 17Th 8 am-12pm, starting at Generations Church. BAYLESS ATKINS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tue. Oct. 1st 6 pm -9 pm at Ribble Park. 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. 3-1-1 CITIZENS CALL CENTER provides citizens with direct access to NonEmergency City Services. Call takers are available 8 to 5 pm daily. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P.

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National Night Out to be held August

he National Night Out program culminates annually on the first Tuesday of August. Neighbors participate across thousands of communities from all 50 states, United States territories, Canadian cities, and military bases worldwide. The City of Lubbock Police Department and Lubbock United Neighborhood Association(LUNA) are partnering with the National Association of Town watch for the 37th Annual National Night Out, Tuesday, August 6, beginning at 6 pm. This year over 38 million people in 16 thousand communities across the country are expected to participate in fighting back against crime. The City of Lubbock will host a National Night Out event, 6 pm, Free, All ages, Games, refreshments and entertainment! Enjoy an evening with friends and neighbors to band together against

drugs, gang violence and crime. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community, Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. FREE. After the event, stay for our movie in the park, LEGOS MOVIE 2, sponsored by Amerigroup beginning at dusk or approximately 9 pm! Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. The Simmons Community Center will hold a neighborhood event! Families will enjoy carnival games, an information fair, hot dogs, an ice cream social, bingo and more! On August 6, 2018 at 5:30-8:30 pm. Free. Catholic Charities will also hold a National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6, from 6 to 8 pm, at Aztlan Park. Free. Please join these events for a community night out.

BARBERS HOLD HUBCITY CUTS FOR KIDS: Volunteers of HubCity Cutz, Flybarbers Barbershop, and Goodfellas Grooming Lounge for stepped up at the first HubCity cuts for kids. With the support of several sponsors, they provided free school supplies, haircuts, and backpacks. Pictured are some of the barbers and volunteers: Jeremy Guerra, Keith Hernandez, Roman Martinez, Anthony Padilla, Lisa Herrera, Anthony ThaBarber Hernandez, Linda Medrano and Crystal Nichole Martinez in Lubbock, Texas. Way to go!

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City to Create Unified Development Code

he City of Lubbock is creating T a Unified Development Code that will revise, update and combine

all current development-related ordinances and regulations into a single comprehensive document. The City’s consultant for the project, Kendig Keast Collaborative of Sugarland, Texas, will work with the Planning Department on this 22-month project. Creation of a Unified Development Code is a primary objective of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Lubbock City Council in December of 2018. It will modernize existing regulations, including zoning and subdivision regulations, the sign

ordinance, design district standards, and other ancillary development regulations. The goal is to provide the tools necessary to effectively implement the Comprehensive Plan, ensure that regulations reflect modern development trends and facilitate growth and administrative efficiency, and provide for uniform enforcement and predictable, repeatable results. A joint meeting of the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission was held July 25, 2019. More information on this project or its progress can be found at mylubbock. us/UDC.

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Romeo Reyna Among West Texas Walk of Fame Inductees

he Civic Lubbock, Inc. T Board announced the upcoming inductions into the West

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Texas Walk of Fame for 2019. The honorees are: Susan Graham, David Kneupper, Romeo Reyna and Larry Trider. The West Texas Walk of Fame honors those individuals with a strong connection to Lubbock and the West Texas area who have devoted a significant part of their lives to the development and production of the performing and visual arts and whose body of work has been influential nationally in one or more of these areas. Textile and visual artist Romeo Reyna was a long-time resident of Lubbock. Born in 1935, he first encountered Lubbock as a migrant worker with his parents. Romeo, at the age of 16, was the youngest student at that time to enter the Chicago Art Institute. His perseverance and talent made it possible for him to continue his studies at the Los Angeles Arts

Canada and Mexico. His work has been exhibited in various fine art museums including the Kamsky Gallery in Beverly Hills, the P a l m Springs Desert Museum, the Pasadena Art Museum, the Laguna Beach Museum and various international shows. Romeo passed away April 26, 2016 at the age of 80. He will be inducted posthumously during the 2019 Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony. His sister, Lala Cavazos, will be accepting the honor on his behalf. The induction ceremony will take place on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at 7 pm in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre located at 1501 Mac Davis Lane.

Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige is producing. TheWrap also first reported South Korean actor Ma Dong-seok, also known as Don Lee, will make his American film debut in the film. Created by comic legend Jack Kirby in 1976, the Eternals are a race of ancient human beings created a million years ago by the cosmic entities known as the Celestials. According to ComicVine, the Celestials accelerated the evolution of a handful of subjects and gave them the genetic potential to mentally manipulate limited quantities of cosmic energy, as well as other superhuman traits. The story will focus on the female Eternal known as Sersi, (no, not the character on “Game of Thrones”), several insiders have told TheWrap. “We have started working on what

are the films post-phase 3,” Feige previously told TheWrap, referencing the forthcoming fourth part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s slate of movies after the wind-down of franchises based on the original Avengers. Hayek Pinault’s recent credits include “How To Be a Latin Lover,” “The Hitman’s Bodyguard” and “Beatriz at Dinner,” which earned her an Indie Spirit Award nomination. Last year, Hayek Pinault along with her producing partner Jose “Pepe” Tamez inked a firstlook deal with Lionsgate to produce films via her Ventanarosa production banner. She'll become the first Latina to become a Marvel superhero.

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Center and the Otis Art Institute. Romeo became a nationally recognized textile/visual artist and was featured several times in Architectural Digest, Interior Design and Texas Monthly. Romeo specialized in designing, creating, and installing extra-large tapestries. Other artistic work included fiber hand-woven rugs, quilted leather wall and floor coverings and three dimensional fabric wall sculptures. Some of his selected commissions included installations for the Hagadone Building in Idaho, the Sheraton Plaza in Palm Springs, the Black Angus Restaurant in Seattle, which at the time was his largest tapestry measuring 275’ by 4 stories tall, the Bob Hope Cultural Center in Palm Springs, Maxim’s Restaurant in Houston as well as many other banks, museums, offices and private homes in Texas and around the United States. Various commissions were installed at locations in Germany, Spain, Singapore, Columbia,

actress Salma Hayek Pinault will star opposite Richard Madden and Kumail Nanjiani in Marvel’s “The Eternals,” which focuses on a group of ancient human beings, an individual with knowledge of the project exclusively told TheWrap. Details about Hayek’s character are being kept under wraps. “The Rider” director Chloe Zhao will direct the film. Matthew and Ryan Firpo (“Ruin”) are writing the script.

Youth Ambassador Program Seeks Representatives

he Latinx1 Mental Health & T Resiliency Youth Ambassadors Program, an innovative program that

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aims to empower Lubbock youth to voice and address their needs is seeking youth ambassadors. This program will work closely with Lubbock Latinx youth to help train them in how to identify needs in their

community and come up with potential solutions to those needs. In this program, 10 youth from across Lubbock will meet bi-weekly for trainings, project development, project implementation, and presentation to community members and organizations about the needs they have identified. Youth must live in Lubbock, Texas,

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currently attend high school, be between the ages of 14 and 18, and be of Latinx descent. For any questions about this program or application, please email us at: LatinxResiliency@gmail.com or Call Dr. Brandy Piña-Watson at (806) 834-8430

Linda Ronstadt to Among Honorees to Receive Kennedy Center Honors

he 2019 Kennedy Center Honors recipients have been announced and among the honorees, is singer-songwriter Linda Ronstadt. Kennedy Center Chairman David M. Rubenstein said in a statement. “Linda Ronstadt is the defining voice of a generation, spanning genres, languages and continents Ronstadt is a retired American popular music singer known for singing in a wide range of genres including rock, country, light opera, and Latin. She has earned 10 Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, two Academy of Country Music awards, an Emmy Award, and an ALMA Award, and many of her albums have been certified gold, platinum or multiplatinum in the United States and internationally. She has also earned nominations for a Tony Award and a Golden Globe award. She was awarded the Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award by The Latin Recording Academy in 2011 and also awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award by The Recording Academy in 2016. She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2014. On July 28, 2014, she was awarded the National Medal

of Arts and Humanities. In 2019, she will receive a joint star with Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for their work as the group Trio. In total, she has released over 30 studio albums and 15 compilation or greatest hits albums. Ronstadt charted 38 Billboard Hot 100 singles, with 21 reaching the top 40, 10 in the top 10, three at number 2, and "You're No Good" at number 1. This success did not translate to the UK, with only her single "Blue Bayou" reaching the UK Top 40. Her duet with Aaron Neville, "Don't Know Much", peaked at number 2 in December 1989. In addition, she has charted 36 albums, 10 top-10 albums and three number 1 albums on the Billboard Pop Album Chart. Her autobiography, Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir, was published in September 2013. It debuted in the Top 10 on The New York Times Best Seller list. Ronstadt has collaborated with artists in diverse genres, including Bette Midler, Billy Eckstine, Frank Zappa, Carla Bley (Escalator Over the Hill), Rosemary Clooney, Flaco Jiménez, Philip Glass, Warren Zevon, Emmylou Harris, Gram Parsons, Dolly Parton, Neil Young, Paul Simon, Earl Scruggs, Johnny Cash, and Nelson Riddle. She has lent her voice to over 120 albums and has sold more than 100 million records, making her one of the world's best-selling artists of all time. Christopher Loudon, of Jazz Times, wrote in 2004 that Ronstadt is "blessed with arguably the most sterling set of pipes of her generation.

After completing her last live concert in late 2009, Ronstadt retired in 2011. She was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in December 2012, which left her unable to sing. “Linda could literally sing anything.” This ringing endorsement comes from none other than Dolly Parton, just one of the famous fans offering a reverent word in Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman’s new documentary, Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice. So why, despite all her multi-platinum records, has she remained critically underrated? It was only after Ronstadt’s Parkinson’s diagnosis in December 2012 that she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a biased barometer of one’s importance to be sure, but an institution she should have belonged to a lot sooner. This November marks 10 years since Ronstadt, now 72, gave her final concert—her illness has rendered her unable to sing properly—but in the absence of her voice, the documentary aims to reclaim Ronstadt’s rightful position as one of the most gifted vocalists of our time. Based on her 2013 book, Simple Dreams: A Musical Memoir, and filled with flattering anecdotes from well-known collaborators, the film is stitched together with archival performance footage that’s worth seeing any day. Mostly, The Sound of My Voice is a welcome reminder of Ronstadt’s can-do-anything spirit. The awards will be presented during a ceremony at the Kennedy Center on December 8 and then televised on December 15 via CBS.

LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA FOURTH ON BROADWAY PARADE VOLUNTEERS: Members and volunteers of Los Hermanos Familia (LHF) took the time to pose before the annual Fourth on Broadway Parade. The group handed out fliers about upcoming events they are planning, as well as candy to children and participants. They won 3rd place in commercial floats! LHF is committed to strengthening families, and building community and uses the event to build awareness about their organization. For more information about LHF, visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org or call (806)792-1212.

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os Hermanos FaL milia will hold the 8th Annual West Texas Latino Artist Art Show & Día de Los Muertos Celebración on Sunday, November 3, 2019. 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 https://www. loshermanosfamilia.org/get-involved, or call (806)792-1212.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión Church Bulletins COATS FOR KIDS RAFFLE Knights of Columbus #12803 from Lubbock Saint Elizabeth Parish will raffle a Texas Tech football helmet signed by Patrick Mahomes II to help fund the annual Coats for Kids drive. Tickets are $5. The drawing will be on October 3, 2019. The Coats for Kids initiative has provided more than 230,000 coats for children since 2009! Ask a Knight for tickets or call the church office at 806762-5225. BROTHER KNIGHTS: The KOC Council 16210 prepared kettle corn at the Ralls jamaica! It was super delicious, and the parish was grateful for their hard work.

Radio Vida Celebrates 5th Anniversary

ith organizers, supporters, W listeners, and staff, Radio Vida, held their fifth-anniversary celebration

ALWAYS RELIABLE: The Guadalupanas at St. Michael's Church in Ralls were doing their part to help sustain the growing church. They're tamales were a hit! Thank you ladies!

ABERNATHY GUADALUPANAS: The Guadalupanas from Abernathy St. Isidore Church were wrapping up after a long day of dedication and hard work for the church.

on July 20th. The banquet theme was “A Night to Remember” and according to Pastor Danny Davila, it truly was a night to remember as the event offered fellowship, great performances, a great dinner, and gratitude as they reflected on the station’s inception and the five year journey. Radio Vida provides Christian Education, News and Entertainment. After a long period of 10 years and many obstacles, believing and trusting God that it would come to pass at His time. The inauguration of KLTB Radio Vida was held June 13, 2014. Davila recalled how it went live on the air at 8:40 a.m. and what an impact it has made to the area. “Since day one we have seen the favor of God over this ministry. Bringing unity through Gods people joining together in prayer and financial support sustaining this ministry,” said Pastor Davila. He explained that Radio Vida stations started with the vision of Enrique Garza, 27 years ago when he began with one station in Weslaco, TX. And now they have expanded with stations throughout the world, taking the good news of the gospel and hope to listeners, via radio waves. Area stations include Brownfield, TX KLTB 89.7 FM; Plainview TX. K277BB. 103.1 FM, and on June 26, 2019, they dedicated a new station, 105.3. KJDL in West Texas. They shared with the audience that in the name of growth, they would be transitioning towers and that there might

be a lower frequency for about 30 days until the project was completed. PROGRAM SCHEDULE Live and Local Programming Monday - Friday: 12pm - 10 pm Saturday 8am - 10 pm Sunday. 3pm - 10 pm Monday - Friday Programing: 12:30 - 1:30 Palabra de Vida/Word of Life host Pastor Danny Davila 1:30 - 2:30. Mercado 2:30 - 3 Ministerio Radical Impactacto Host Pastor Carmelo Gonzales 3:30-4. La Voz de la Evangelio Host Pastor Juan Valenzuela On Thursdays. 7-8: En Sus Pisadas Host Pastor Raymond Ochoa and Pastor Pedro Nervidas On Fridays: 4-5. Este Es El Día. Host Pastor Tim and Gloria Gonzales 8-10. Tell the World Radio (Youth Program) Host. Nino and Leslie Salas Saturday: 9-10. Una Hora Con Los Sembradores Host. Pete and Terry Martínez 10-11. Vida Kids (children program with host Lorie Davila) 11-1 Tango Nueva Vida Host Pastor Onésimo and María Elena Acosta 6-7 Sumérgeme En Su Gloria Host Gabriel and Christina Gonzales Sunday: 6-8. Sendas Antuijas Host Pastor Lee and Rocio Gamez 8-10. Tell the World Radio (Youth Program. Host. Nino and Leslie Salas

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LOTERIA – August 3, 7-9 p.m., Saint Patrick Church Hall, 1603 Cherry, Lubbock; $5 per card. Concession stand will be open. VOCATIONS CAMPS SCHEDULED – Quo Vadis Camp – August 5-7 – For young men ages 13-17. Begins on Monday at 8 a.m. and ends Wednesday at 2 p.m. Fiat Camp – August 7-9 – For young women, ages 13-17. Begins Wednesday at 3 p.m. and ends Friday at 4 p.m. Both camps will take place at Plains Baptist Camp in Floydada. Cost is $50. Transportation provided by the Diocese of Lubbock. Leaders are priests, seminarians, deacons, lay men, women religious, lay women, deacons’ wives. Registration deadline: July 19, 2019. Scholarships available. For more information, please contact Father Rene or Sister Olivia at 806-792-3943 Registration forms can be downloaded from our website at www.catholiclubbock.org/Vocations.html. JAMAICAS:

August 3- Petersburg Sacred Heart August 4 – Lamesa St. Margaret Mary/Our Lady of Guadalupe, 12-9 p.m. August 4 – Littlefield Sacred Heart, 12-8 p.m. August 4 – New Deal Our Lady Queen of Apostles, 12-8:30 p.m. August 4 – Wilson Blessed Sacrament , 11-6 August 10- Lorenzo San Lorenzo, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. August 17- Brownfield Saint Anthony August 18 –Denver City Saint William, 11-10

NOT SO SILENT NIGHT – August 31, 8 p.m.-Midnight, K of C Hall at 1619 Erskine, Lubbock. K of C Council 8097 will host this dance and donation drive to help Catholic Charities and need families in our area. Admission: women-new toy for child or teen; men-five items of non-perishable food. Food items will go to the food pantry; toys for Giving Tree in December. DJ is ‘Jammin’ Jr Lucero. BYOB A KNIGHT FOR VOCATIONS Join the Knights of Columbus Councils & the Office for Vocations & Seminarian Education for A VOCATION FUNDRAISER DINNER AND RAFFLE September 20, 2019: 6 p.m. at the K of C Hall. Contact Sister Olivia at 806-792-3943 ext. 227 for more info. COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by Marriage & Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. For appointment, call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-7423074. FIRST SATURDAY ADORATION AND RECONCILIATION - 4-4:45 p.m., Saint John the Baptist, 98th & Indiana. HORA SANTA – Fridays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., (Spanish) Saint Elizabeth Chapel, 2305 Main, Lubbock.

St. John the Baptist to Hold First Mass in New Church he long awaited St. John TChurch the Baptist Catholic of Lubbock will hold

their first weekend masses in their new building on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at 5 p.m. The church will be by Monsignor David R. Cruz. He was appointed by former Bishop of Lubbock, the Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez, CMF. Cruz is the founding pastor of the new Catholic parish in South Lubbock. Bishop Rodríguez made the announcement at a gathering of advisory board

members on December 19, 2014 at the Catholic Renewal Center. Monsignor Cruz formerly served as pastor of Our Lady of Grace Church in Lubbock from July 1, 2001 until June 30, 2015. He said, “The selection of Saint John the Baptist as the patron saint of the parish will provide the new congregation a strong identity for many years to come." He added that John’s joy for Christ in his life, even as an infant when he leapt in Elizabeth’s womb, marks a prime example for the type of joy parishioners should seek in their relationship with Christ. The permanent parish is located on a 12-acre site on the southeast corner of Indiana Avenue and 108th Street, 10805 Indiana. For more information call (806) 771-2673.

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too late to regain a…. Isenset’snewnever sense of hope…. new of strength…. new sense of

identity…. new sense of purpose. God uses relationships around us to help us with that. It’s always been His intention for us to relate. People need healthy relationships to win at life. Tim Elmore said it brilliantly, “Generation Y isn’t looking for a “sage on the stage” but “a guide on the side”. In other words, people aren’t looking for someone to tell them

how to live life. They are looking for people who are willing to do life with them. Centuries ago, King Solomon explained it this way: “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” ~ Proverbs 27:17. Never forget that others have gone before you. There are people who have experience’s in life that we can learn from. Its healthy for each of us to have good examples/ mentors or role models for our

lives The things we learn from one another can be refreshing. It’s the lessons from other people’s lives and experiences that can motivate us and bring a new sense of hope, strength, identity, and purpose. Do you have that person or persons in your life today?

ticular hice masa para tortillas y llegué temprano. Andaba mi mama apurada porque me dice, “Hija, me quede dormida y no te tengo nada listo para que comas”. Le enseñé la masa y le dije que ahora yo le hacia el desayuno a ella. Le hice huevos, frijoles fritos, papitas y tortillas frescas. Antes de comenzar a comer me pidió un tenedor. Me puse a pensar que “en aquellos días’ no usábamos tenedores, sino que toda la comida la comíamos con tortillas. Cuando acabamos de comer alce las tortillas que quedaron y dice mi mama, “Porque más antes no alzábamos las tortillas como ahora.” ¡Pues “en aquellos Copyright 2019 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

GUADALUPE KOC #11807 COUNCIL: OLG KOC with the help of KOC Councils took time from their work to be photographed. They have become an integral part of their church events and have celebrated several years since their formation. Here's to brotherhood and commitment KOC.

Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 30 years.

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odas las mañanas llego a la casa de mi mama T antes de irme al trabajo. Para cuando llego ella ya me tiene listo el desayuno. Este día en par-

IT'S TRADITION: The Our Lady of Guadalupe Guadalupanas took their annual photo done by Latino Lubbock Magazine. They prepared plates and tamales at their annual jamaica. The ladies make a difference at the church. God bless'em!

LAS GUADALUPANAS OF OUR LADY OF GRACE: The ladies work hard to help their parish and enjoy serving the people. They truly make the difference. God bless them!

días” no sobraban tortillas, no le hacía que tantas tortillas hiciéramos! A cada hora de comida hacíamos tortillas frescas. Cuando mi mama guisaba los frijoles, los dejaba poco calduditos, y guisaba fideo con poquita de carne molida. Revolvíamos los frijoles y fideo y usábamos la tortilla como cuchara y “al ataque”. No quedaban tortillas ni frijoles o fideo. Por esa razón no teníamos que alzar las tortillas que sobraban. Por si acaso había un milagro y sobraban tortillas, se desaparecían tan presto como llegábamos de la escuela. Calentábamos la tortilla y le poníamos frijoles fríos. Como decía mi papa: PANSA LLENA – CORAZON CONTENTO Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

THE MEN'S CHURCH CLUB: A jamaica isn't a jamaica without great burgers like the one's prepared by the Men's Club/Guadalupanos at Our Lady of Grace. Made with joyful hearts and grilled to perfection! Thanks amigos!

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Veteran's & First Responder Affairs

Garcia, First Hispanic to Earn Medal of Honor

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RALLS TRIBUTE TO VETERANS: St. Michaels’ Church in Ralls, Texas held a 50th celebration and paid tribute to over 250 Veterans living and in memorial. The event drew folks from Ralls and the surrounding area.

TTU MILITARY & VETERANS PROGRAMS WREATH LAYING: attendance at a Wreath Laying Ceremony at Memorial Circle followed by a Veteran Banquet in honor of all Lubbock area at veterans.

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ress in civil rights over the years. On August 23, Army Staff Sgt. Macario Garcia, became the first Mexican immigrant to earn this distinction to receive a U.S. Congressional Medal of Honor, yet he was refused service at the Oasis Café near his home in Texas. Medal of Honor recipient Garcia was born in Castanos, Mexico, in 1920. At the age of three, his family came to the United States in search of a better life and eventually settled in Sugarland, Texas, where they found work on a ranch. Garcia spent much of his childhood missing school days to help the family with ranch work. During World War II, Garcia, a non-American citizen with a grade school education, enlisted as an Army infantryman on Nov. 11, 1942. He said he felt a strong obligation to give back to the country he had called home for so many years. Private Garcia landed at Normandy on D-Day with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. He was wounded during the beach landing and spent four months in recovery. He later rejoined his unit in Germany, where his actions would earn him the nation’s most prestigious military honor. On Nov. 27, 1944, Bravo Company came under fire near Grosshau, Germany. Serving as an acting squad leader, Garcia was badly wounded in the shoulder and foot. He refused evacuation and pushed on alone toward two enemy machine gun nests. With some grenades and his rifle, he wiped out the nests, killing six enemy soldiers and taking four more captive. He continued fighting with his soldiers and was removed for medical care only after the company successfully seized its objective. Garcia returned home as a staff sergeant in February 1945 and received the Medal of Honor from President Harry S. Truman later

that year. He also received the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal and Combat Infantryman’s Badge. President Harry Truman awards the Medal of Honor to Army Staff Sgt. Macario Garcia in 1945. National Archives photo Soon after coming home, Garcia was refused service at a restaurant in Richmond, Texas, because of his ethnic background. A violent brawl ensued, and the police took a bruised and beaten Garcia to jail. He was let out the next morning, and assault charges were filed against him in the following weeks. Garcia’s case became a symbol of the Hispanic civil rights movement, and support came pouring in for his defense. Richmond County postponed the case and quietly dropped the charges against him. Afterward, Garcia remained active in the community as an advocate for civil rights. He gained his United States citizenship in 1947 and his high school diploma in 1951. In the later years of his life, Garcia worked as a counselor in the Veteran’s Administration in Houston. In 1963, he went with a group of Hispanic veterans and civil rights advocates to a Houston gala, where President John F. Kennedy spoke about U.S. and Hispanic foreign policy. The event was viewed as a milestone occasion for minorities countrywide. Kennedy was assassinated the next day in Dallas. Garcia died on Dec. 24, 1972, after he was injured in a vehicle accident. He was buried with full military honors at Houston National Cemetery. In the early 1980s, the city of Houston renamed a street and the local Army Reserve center in his honor.

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LULAC Calls for Ft. Hood to Be Renamed Fort Benavidez Milwaukee, the national council of the League of United Latin American Citizens passed a resolution calling for Fort Hood, the nation’s largest active-duty armored base, to be renamed Fort Benavidez. Members of the civil rights organization said that the measure was inspired in part by a Texas Monthly article published last month that detailed the case for the change. Master Sergeant Raul Perez “Roy” Benavidez was a native Texan and Medal of Honor recipient whose official citation stands out as exceedingly courageous even among that valorous legion. His astounding military feats are well documented,

including here, and here, and in graphic novel form here. In contrast, the fort’s namesake, John Bell Hood, was a Confederate general who took up arms to defend the institution of slavery. LULAC’s Jorge Haynes, an Air Force veteran and Laredo native, said it’s high time the military better recognize the contributions of soldiers, airmen, sailors, Coasties, and Marines of nonWASP heritage. “The idea is to start a conversation which can lead to a process that would enable us to honor heroes like [Benavidez] and General Richard Cavazos, two great Texans,” he said. Those two would just be the beginning. He’d like the U.S. to consider the merits of many others as well, including the Tuskegee Airmen; the Buffalo Soldiers; the 442nd Combat Regiment (Japanese Americans who avoided internment during World War II by fighting the Nazis); General Colin Powell; Captain Manuel Fernandez Jr, who once shot down five planes in a single day; and Guy Gabaldon, a Marine from East L.A.

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“who captured more enemy soldiers than anyone in military history.” Going all the way back to Juan Seguin, there have been men and women of every ethnicity from Texas who have fought bravely for the American flag. Which makes it all the more peculiar that our state’s principal army installation is named after a non-Texan who fought against the Stars and Stripes. Haynes acknowledges that this process might take years to bear fruit, if it ever does, but that the push to bring greater attention to heroes like Benavidez is worthy, regardless. LULAC is forwarding copies of its resolution to Congress, the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American GI Forum, in hopes of garnering even greater support to call upon Secretary of the Army Mark Esper to finally bestow this high honor on a true Texas hero.

LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA HONORING OUR COLORS: Los Hermanos Familia volunteers prepared for the Fourth on Broadway parade by learning the appropriate way of handling and folding a flag. They carried the flag starting at the Civic Center at Ave M and Broadway and head East, turn North into Mackenzie Park on Canyon Lakes Drive and disburse at Mackenzie Park. Although it was hard they took pride in Old Glory, and "Celebrating Heroes", which was this year's theme. 806

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Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla Fourth On Broadway Parade

Families attended the parade before other 4th of July The children called for candy! festivities.

The Rodriguez Family waved their flag and enjoyed the While some enjoyed from the sidelines, the Armentas parade. participated in the parade.

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Kids grew excited to see real tigers and lions!

It was definitely a family day filled with fun!

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Volunteers served cold beverages on the very hot day! As usual the jamaica had delicious food!

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CARLOS LOVATO JR. was called Home to be with Our Lord and Savior June 30, 2019. He was born to the late Carlos and Josephine Lovato. Those left to cherish his loving memory are his children; Tonya Lamb and husband James of Warner Robins, GA, Samantha Lovato of Austin, Sabrina Lovato of Houston, Stephanie Lovato of Houston, and Tonia Valdez of Austin, grandchildren Nicholas, Brittany, Christian, Hector, Juan, and Ashley, and nine great grandchildren, siblings; Christine Carter and husband Rayford of Austin, Jimmy Lovato of Lubbock, Patrick Lovato and wife Susan of Lubbock, and Patricia Lovato and husband Bobby of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Viola Flores, Johnny Esquierdo, Armando Lovato, George Anthony Lovato, and Edward Lovato. Carlos enjoyed playing golf and cheering on his beloved Dallas Cowboys; he also loved serving others with Our Lady of Grace Guadalupanos and Men’s Club. He also served the church body as a Eucharist minster and Lector. Carlos was a loving, caring, family man who will be deeply missed by all that knew him. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

JUAN H. TREVINO was called Home to be with Our Lord and Savior June 30, 2019. He was born to the late Fidel and Angelita Trevino. Those left to cherish his loving memory are his wife Irene Lara, children; Daniel Trevino, Juan Trevino Jr., Delilah Trevino, Felipe Lara, Juan Lara, and Lisa Espinoza, grandchildren; Medlody Espinoza, Ernie Moralez, Briana Foote, Felipe Lara Jr., Espy Moralez, Renee Lara, Michael Lara, five great grandchildren, siblings; Eddie Trevino and wife Rachel, Fidel Trevino and wife Linda, Rocky Trevino and wife Dora, and Mary Trevino. Juan enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting, watching wrestling shows, and hanging out with his beloved cats. NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

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IREMA HERRERA VILLARREAL, 64, of Lubbock, went home to be with her Lord peacefully in her home on June 28th, 2019. She was born on December 31, 1954, in Paducah, Texas to Roman Villarreal and Maria Herrera Villarreal. Irema worked as daytime head custodian at the Downtown Transfer Plaza and as a nighttime Supervisor at Texas Tech University for the last 28 years. Rudy Delgado was by her side till the end. Survivors include three children: Francisca Torres, Chico Torres and Lisa Villarreal all of Lubbock; two sisters: Rose McCormick of Washington State and Louisa McClellend of Pampa, Texas; three brothers: Esteban Aguilar of Pampa, Texas, Juan Aguilar and Raymond Villarreal both of Amarillo, Texas; eight grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

BENJAMIN MARTINEZ, 56, passed away on June 24, 2019. Benjamin leaves to cherish his memory; his mother, Elmira Martinez; three daughters, Jennipher Martinez, Raquel Martinez, and Amberlee Mendoza; two sons, Benjamin, Martinez, Jr. and Mathew Salinas; one sister, Sarita Ramos; two brothers, Michael Martinez and Angelo Martinez; two grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. A celebration of Life Service was held July 1, 2019 at Our Lady of Guadalupe.

ROY R. "POCHA" RAMOS, SR, passed away July 4, 2019. He was born August 23, 1937 in Aspermont, TX to Pete Ramos, Sr. and Maria Rodriguez Ramos. Roy was one of 21 children. He was a musician, playing the guitar at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He married Denise Ambriz on November 27, 1957. During his career, he was an auto body painter. Loved ones include spouse Denise Ramos; son Roy Ramos; son Albert Ramos and his wife, Michele; son Rudy Ramos and his wife, Diane; sister Sophia Castillo; six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

A N D R E W WAYNE "PEANUT" COGNASI, 63 of Lubbock, passed away surrounded by family on July 4th, 2019. He was born on November 30th, 1955 in Phoenix, Arizona to the late Raymond "Spike" Cognasi and late Ida Penton. On April 30th, 1988, he married Linda Alvarado and during their 31 years of marriage they had four children and many beloved dogs. Andy's interests included befriending strangers, watching Westerns, horses and dogs, gardening, telling jokes, fishing, and having a supportive role within in his family. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda Cognasi of Lubbock; his children: Antony and Amanda Cognasi of Burleson, Cortny Cognasi of Austin, Angelina and Brian Mehaffey of Austin, and Nico Cognasi of Lubbock; grandchildren Noah and Chloe; and siblings Cindy Cates of Plainview, Sandy Keltz of Lubbock, Randy Cognasi of Montgomery, AL, and Kandy Decker of Plainview. Andy is preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, Willie Penton. CELESTINO M. ORTEGA, age 78, passed away July 9, 2019 in Lubbock, Texas, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 6, 1941 in Somerville, Texas. He retired from the City of Lubbock after 32 years. He then worked for Texas Tech University for 5 years. Celestino was a member of St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Idalou. Celestino is preceded in death by his parents, Anasticio & Antonia Ortega: three brothers, Domingo Ortega, Larry Ortega, Felix Ortega and three sisters, Pauline Zarazua, Janie Martinez, and Margie Bills. Celestino is survived by the love of his life Esperanza Olivarez Ortega; children, Judy and Sam Mendez, Mary and German Alanis, Sara and Robert Rangel, Paul and Pam Ortega, Trina and Marshall Mosty; 19 Grandchildren, two Great-Granddaughters and three sisters: Isidora Garcia, Rosalinda Veracruz, Esperanza & Antonio Lara.

“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn

JOSE G. MARTINEZ, 85, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019. He is survived by his wife Maria T. Martinez and five children.

ESPERANZA TERESA "WEDDA" ORTIZ, 47, of Lubbock, passed away July 16, 2019. She was born April 18, 1972 in Lubbock to John and Connie Ortiz. She graduated from Lubbock High School in 1991 and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Esperanza spent 14 years of her life with her husband, Greg Flores. She is survived by her husband, Greg; son, Gregory Flores; brother, Albert Ortiz; and five sisters, Virginia Garza, Andrea "Woody" Rodriguez, Melissa Licon, Lori Ann Ortiz-Guerrero all of Lubbock and Leticia Ortiz of Groton, NY. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Corina Escamilla; and brother, Andrew Ortiz.

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

G U S T A V O "TAVO" TREVINO was born in Cameron County, Texas on October 10, 1937 to Pedro and Estela Trevino who preceded him in death. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 19, 2019 at the age of 81 years. He is also preceded in death by his daughter, Rosie Dolly Limon. He leaves behind his children; Gus "Pancho" Trevino (Shelly), Sylvia Garcia, Lydia Marquez (Felix), Ruben Trevino, Frank "Gus" Trevino (Sara), David Trevino, Roy Trevino (Cynthia), Reymundo Trevino (Janice) and Jaime Trevino (April), 36 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends.

August Prayer Today, O God, I ask you to empower your faithful servants who proclaim your Word all over the world. Please bless them with a season of freedom from satanic attack. Bless them with health, vigor, and passion. Please give them a long life full of useful service empowered by your grace. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen. " The LORD was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of his words fall to the ground." ~ 1 Samuel 3:19

SYLVIA FLORES passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 9, 2019. She was born October 26, 1956 to Dolores and Pedro Garcia. Sylvia was a devoted Christian, who was active in the Church and spent much of her time praising and worshiping God. She loved more than anything spending time with her grandchildren and her beloved Chihuahuas. Sylvia enjoyed being outside on her porch drinking coffee and reading the Bible. She was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all that knew her. Those left to cherish her loving memory are her children; Rolando, Angel Daniel, Bennie, Adrian, and Sylviana, twelve grandchildren, and three great grandchildren, siblings; Peter Jr., Martin, Octavio, Chris, Mari, Rosanna, Yolanda, Lydia, Fabiola, Michael, Mark, Corina, Ninfa, and Stephanie. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Angel Chavez Flores, her father Pedro Garcia and her granddaughter Angelica Danielle Flores. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

RUDOLFO “RUDY” GATICA was called home to be with our Lord and Savior July 18, 2019. He was born October 6, 1960. Those left to cherish is loving memory are his wife Maria Guadalupe Gatica, children; Rudy Gatica Jr., Luca Romo, Rudolfo Gatica Jr., Ruby Gatica, and Aaron Gatica, nine grandchildren, sibings; Ramiro Gatica, Mario Gatica, George Gatica, Maryanne Stambaugh, Adelina Quezada. He was preceded in death by his parents Igacio and Catarina Gatica and brother Ignacio Gatica Jr. Rudy proundly served in the Texas Army National Gurad. He enjoyed shooting guns, working on cars and praising God. He loved more than anything was spending time with his family and friends.

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