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Quote “The most valuable possession you can own is an open heart. The most powerful weapon you can be is an instrument of peace.” ~ Carlos Santana, Musician and humanitarian

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday!

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Mike Solis 11/1 Ernestina Garcia 11/1 Larry Vidaurre III 11/1 Joe Rincones 11/2 Gloria Castro 11/2 Timothy R. Licon 11/3 Ophelia Loa 11/3 Tiffany Ridge 11/3 Ana Villegas 11/3 Brenda Flores-Ortiz 11/4 Amy J. Gordon 11/4 Janie Hilburn 11/4 Michelle Alonzo Vasquez 11/5 Anjanle Madrid 11/ 5 Cindy Adame 11/5 Alex Armenta 11/5 Yolanda R. Hernandez 11/5 Martha Sanchez 11/5 Haylee A. Ramirez 11/5 Skye Martinez 11/5 Soyla Hernandez 11/5 Eloy Rios 11/6 Adam Garcia 11/6 Esmeralda De Los Santos 11/6 Alice Vasquez 11/6 Leonard Lozano 11/7 Johnny Castilleja 11/7 Jaime Flores 11/7 Armando Garcia 11/7 Mary Alice Castillos 11/8 Lupe Cardenas 11/8 J.R. Perez 11/8 Roberto Cardenas 11/9 Jerry Trevino 11/9 Haidyn Nicole Acebedo 11/9 Adolfo Gonzales 11/ 9 Jacob Herrera 11/10 Irma Armenta 11/11 Angel Neveah Martinez 11/11 Cecilia Villa 11/11 Amelia Martinez 11/11 Martin Martinez 11/11 Mary Siders 11/11 Mia Rose DeClark 11/11 Dr. Arlene Brooks 11/12 Andrew Rangel 11/12 Fr. Joseph Palacios 11/12 Michael Salinas Jr. 11/12 Elisa Herrera 11/13 Jeremy Hilburn 11/13 Eric Anthony Cuevas 11/13 Linda Armenta 11/ 13 Madison Flores 11/13 Ricky Mendoza 11/14 Rudy Delgado 11/14 Anita Vidaurre 11/14 Ana Barrera 11/14 Gabriella Cantu 11/15 Brianna Carranco 11/16 Julia Jimenez 11/16 Meghan Flores 11/16

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Angel Contreras 11/16 Julia Jimenez 11/16 Mark Blanco 11/18 Cassandra Zamarripa 11/18 Arabella Belgara 11/18 Juanita Cruz 11/18 Angel Daniel Flores 11/19 Alfredo Pena 11/19 Nicholas Medina 11/19 Isabel Chavez 11/19 ReAnna Stubblefield 11/19 Carlos Jay 11/20 Jose Perez 11/20 Andrew Soto Sr. 11/21 Emilio Perez 11/21 Delia Crockett 11/21 Ashley Vidaurre 11/21 Ariel Aldama 11/21 Isabella Perez 11/22 Loretta Madrid 11/22 Sandra Avila 11/23 Elicia Romo 11/23 Ricardo Santiago 11/23 Arthuro Santiago 11/23 Isela Torres 11/23 Raul Beltran 11/24 Conrad Matthew Bernal 11/24 Eddie Chavez 11/24 Rocky Martinez 11/24 Vanessa Mendoza 11/24 April Guerrero 11/24 Richard Hernandez 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Izakiyah E. Cole 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Minnie Biera Anaya 11/25 Evalyn Cervantes 11/25 Tony “Lando” Valdez 11/25 Mathew Adame 11/25 Xavier Valdez 11/25 Tony “Lando” Valdez 11/25 Ivan Carrillo 11/26 Isabel Chavez 11/26 Catarino Velasquez 11/26 Mildred Montez 11/26 Nora Briones Baca 11/26 Johnny V. Baca. 11/26 Victoria Kristian Melgoza 11/27 Frankie Garcia J.R. 11/28 Ignacio Armenta 11/29 JoAnn Martinez 11/29 James Evans 11/29 Melissa Licon 11/29 Crystal Gayle Garza 11/29 Melissa Ortiz Licon 11/29 Benjamin Herrera 11/29 Anna Maria Ramos 11/30 Andy Garcia 11/30 Tony Cantu 11/30 Kip Grant 11/30

"Boots on the Ground"

This month's cover features military boots or "boots on the ground" which is more than a figure of speech, but a synonym for combat deployment. The metaphor obscures and abstracts the humanity of young Americans dispatched on open-ended assignments. Also, for anyone with any military knowledge, boots over a power line means there’s a “short timer,” a Soldier almost at retirement or their time of service is almost over. As we embark on Veteran's Day these boots are a forceful and personal reminder not to take our freedom for granted. Let us honor those who wore these boots on their journeys, so that we could freely roam on our own. God bless out Veterans!

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Word from the Publisher Political Opportunity/Business Health/Salud Veterano Education/Youth Faith & Religion 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 competency and understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; as well as the community a tool for better understanding and creating dialogue."

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he anniversary of my two brother in laws came upon us and it was very emotional - especially because Felipe was a retired Marine. I recall the day we went to his memorial. As we walked in to the funeral home two Marines stood at attention. My husband became overwhelmed with emotion because of the pride that Felipe instilled in him when we discussed our military and veterans. A pride that we live daily. According to the area VFW, in 2020, over 205 veterans died of COVID-19 - not counting 2021. As a result, Latino Lubbock Magazine and our partner Los Hermanos Familia chose not to hold our annual "Here's to Our Heroes" Veteran's reception for the second year because of covid. Nevertheless, we chose to honor past participants with a yard sign that showcases to their neighbors that a hero lives among them. Some may not realize that over 1.1 million veterans are Hispanic. And, over the last two centuries, and, according to the Defense Department publication, Hispanics in America’s Defense, “when our country has been in need, Hispanic Americans have had more than their share of stouthearted, indomitable soldiers. Their intrepid actions have been in the highest tradition - a credit to themselves, their ancestry, and our nation.” In World War I (1914-1918), the military was widespread with discrimination against Hispanics. Soldiers with Spanish surnames or Spanish accents were sometimes the objects of ridicule and relegated to menial jobs. Latinos lacking English skills were sent to special training centers to improve their language proficiency so that they could be integrated into the mainstream army. Despite the past, from the American Revolution to wars in Afghanistan, Hispanic Americans have risked their lives to defend the United States and the principles upon which it stands. Many of our sons and daughters serve as America’s soldiers in the U.S. Armed Forces, some fought more recently in wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and throughout the world. In addition, Latino men and women also served with distinction in the U.S. military since our nation’s inception, including nearly 500,000 in World War II, and nearly 40 Latinos have won our nation’s highest award, the Congressional Medal of Honor! Many have also been honored with American citizenship as a result of their military service; the immigrants who served in the military became U.S. citizens through special wartime military naturalization statute. Suffice to say, Latinos are committed to the success of this country and proudly serve in the U.S. military. So as we celebrate Veterans Day, as well as the centennial of “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1918, join us to honor ALL Veterans this Veterans Day. You can fly your American flag; join us at the 6th Annual Veteran's Day Parade, Sat. Nov. 6th at 10 a.m., down historic Broadway. More so, make time to VOTE on Nov. 2nd - one of the freedoms their sacrifice gained for us all. And, this Thanksgiving season we thank God for all of His favor, and for giving us the ability to deliver His word through our work, and through our actions. I'm especially grateful for the blessings of my family. May God place favor over you and your families. Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock Magazine 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. Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock” Celebrating 15 Years of Commitment to our Community

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Citizen Comment Time Regarding Redistricting

he Lubbock City Council T will host a citizen comment opportunity regarding redistricting

at aWork Session that begins at 9 a.m. on November 16, 2021 in Council Chambers at 1314 Avenue K. The citizen comment period will follow the consultant’s presentation and the initial drawing session. All individuals wishing to speak during citizen comments must also submit their comments in writing. All comments and proposed redistricting plans from the public must be submitted to the City Council by close of the citizen comment period at the Work Session on November 16, 2021. A form for written citizen comments will be available on the City of Lubbock’s City Secretary website. Completed forms may be submitted to ocs@mylubbock.us. The Lubbock City Council heard an initial assessment report regarding the need for redistricting

based on the 2020 Census data at their meeting on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. The City Council adopted two resolutions at this meeting. One resolution provides a method for the City to evaluate proposed plans and assist in complying with all applicable Federal and State laws. The second resolution adopted guidelines for persons who have specific redistricting plans they wish to submit for the City Council to consider. At the Work Session on November 16, the Lubbock City Council will meet with redistricting consultants for a Drawing Session and preliminary discussion of new Council district boundaries. For more information on the initial assessment report, the resolution adopting the criteria, the resolution adopting the guidelines, and the timeline/calendar for the City’s redistricting, please visit mylubbock.us/redistricting2021.

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LATINO LUBBOCK COVERS Love the cover page artwork and design brings focus to a matter that matters - great job, as always! Marty Groves

SAVE DUPRE ELEMENTARY The parents at Dupre Elementary need help to save our school. Our concerns are related not only to this proposed transition but regarding political decisions made affecting the value of the education provided to the students in Lubbock ISD. Lubbock ISD asserts that this closure/consolidation is a purely economic decision, but it impacts and disrupts the children of this community, many of whom are low-income Black and Hispanic students. Educational foundations have been disrupted due to COVID and this will increase the disparity. Additionally, how LISD informed the families, transportation and equity concerns need to be discussed. We need transparency, no more deals made behind closed doors. No more school closures. Sincerely, Leia Arteaga Dupre Elementary Parent

Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective

Community & Event Brieflies NEW NEIGHBORS CLUB OF LUBBOCK will hold a Game Day and Silent Auction to raise funds for their many service projects. It will be h e l d on Friday, November 12 at Hillcrest Country Club, 4011 N Boston Ave. Games will begin at 10 am and lunch will be served around noon. The cost is $30 which includes the price of lunch and prize money. Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance. Contact Jean 806/778-2754 about games and Virginia at 806/781-4653 for lunch reservations. TAMALE WORKSHOP Learn to make tamales just in time for the holidays, A Mexican holiday tradition, must be able to attend both sessions . Pre-registration required before Wednesday before class. Nov 12, 2021 to Nov 13, 2021, Fri 6 pm to 9 pm, Sat 10 am to 2 pm. CORNUCOPIA LUNCHEON The 25th Annual Volunteer Center of Lubbock Cornucopia Luncheon will celebrate and recognize the impact of volunteers in the community, and builds upon our culture of service across the South Plains. Honoring the 2021 “Get Involved” award honorees on Nov. 3, 2021, from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Call (806) 747-0551 for ticket info. VIRTUAL LEGAL CLINIC Get legal help from the Lubbock Branch Office Service Area of the Legal Aid of Northwest Texas. The virtual clinics will take place Tuesday, November 9, 2021. The next clinic will include Landlord/Tenant Issues, Unemployment Benefits, Foreclosure Prevention , Public Benefits Denial, Medicare/ Medicaid Benefits, Expunctions/Nondisclosures, Bankruptcy , and Family Law Matters. For more information call Christina Richey at (806) 763-4557, ext. 6010. Please contact us no later than 5 p.m., the day before clinic date to reserve your spot. 34TH ST. MIRACLES PARADE Entry is now open for the Miracles Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 4th. Go to: www.miraclesparade.com COVID-19 OTHER RESOURCES • Call 2-1-1 for Health, food, housing, and other assistance • Call 7-1-1 for Relay Service • To report price gouging, call the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General: 1-800-621-0508. • En espanol - www.unidosus.org/issues/ health/articles/coronavirus-span 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. Visit Latino Lubbock Magazine online at www.latinolubbock.net to read a copy of the monthly issue, or to submit news and info, view our events calendar and more!

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Plainview City Hall Ribbon Cutting to be held Nov. 9th

he City of Plainview, along T with the Plainview Chamber of Commerce, will hold an Open House and Ribbon Cutting at the new City Hall, 202 W. 5th Street, on Tuesday, November 9th from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. City staff will be available from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. for tours of the new facility and the Ribbon Cutting will

take place at 5:00 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. The new City Hall was donated to the City by Centennial Bank and was one of the six projects approved by citizens in the 2017 bond election. For more information, contact the City of Plainview at 296.1100.

assets, rather than waiting until holdings are sold. A similar billionaire’s tax would be applied to non-tradeable assets, including real estate, but it would be deferred with the tax not assessed until the asset was sold. Overall, the billionaires’ tax rate has not been set, but it is expected to be at least the 20% capital gains rate. Democrats have said it could raise $200 billion in revenue that could help fund Biden’s package over 10 years. Some Republicans indicated such a tax plan could be challenged in court. But key fellow Democrats are also raising concerns, saying the idea of simply undoing the 2017 tax cuts by hiking top rates was more straightforward and transparent. Under the House’s bill from the Ways and Means Committee, the top individual income tax rate would rise from 37% to 39.6%, on those earning more than $400,000, or $450,000 for couples. The corporate rate would increase from 21% to 26.5%. The bill also proposed a 3% surtax on wealthier Americans with adjusted income beyond $5 million a year. The panel’s chairman, Rep. Richard Neal, D-Mass., said he told Wyden in a discussion that the implementation of the senator’s proposed billionaire’s plan is “a bit more challenging.” Neal suggested that the House’s proposal was off the table despite Sinema’s objections. In fact, he said, “our plan looks better every day.”

under 12. Dr. Amanda Cohn with the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention reminded the comto recommend Pfizer’s COVID-19 mittee that children have died of vaccine for children ages 5-11. COVID-19. The FDA’s Vaccines and RelatMore than 700 children 18 and ed Biological Products Advisory under have died from COVID-19, Committee agreed that the benefits according to the CDC. of vaccinating younger children “We don’t want children dying of appear to outweigh risks. Some Covid,” Dr. Cohn said. “And we members did appear troubled by don’t want children in the ICU.” voting to vaccinate a large populaPfizer did say clinical trials

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tee’s vote under consideration. Vaccine advisers to the CDC will meet next week, November 2-3 to discuss the decision and decide whether to recommend that US kids get the vaccine. The final word will lie with CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky, and vaccinations could start next week if she gives the go-ahead. The federal government has a plan in place for delivering the smaller-sized vaccines to pediatricians’ offices, pharmacies, and other venues across the country.

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opposed lifting the 21% corporate tax rate. With a 50-50 Senate, Biden has no votes to spare in his party. Instead, to win over Sinema and others, the White House has been floating a new idea of taxing the assets of billionaires and another that would require corporations to pay a 15% minimum tax, regardless of if they show any profits. Those both appear to be gaining traction with another pivotal Democrat, Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., who told reporters he supported new ways to ensure the wealthy to pay their “fair share.” Democrats on the Senate Finance Committee, led by Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon, are prepared to roll out the tax revenue plan in a matter of days. It is likely to include other revenue-raising tax measures, including a plan to beef up the IRS to go after tax scofflaws. “Here’s the heart of it: Americans read over the last few months that billionaires were paying little or no taxes for years on end,” Wyden said at the Capitol. The billionaires’ tax is being modeled on a 2019 bill from Wyden to treat assets as income. Another idea, up to a 3% ultra-rich surtax, has been proposed by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. Under Wyden’s emerging plan, the billionaires’ tax would hit the wealthiest of Americans, fewer than 1,000 people. It would require those with assets of more than $1 billion, or three-years consecutive income of $100 million, to pay taxes on the gains of stocks and other tradeable

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and climate change plan quickly ran into criticism as too cumbersome with some lawmakers preferring the original plan of simply raising the top tax rates on corporations and the wealthy. Biden said Monday he’s hopeful the talks with Congress can wrap up overall agreement on the package this week. It’s tallying at least $1.75 trillion, and could still be more. Biden said it would be “very, very positive to get it done” before he departs for two overseas global summits. “That’s my hope,” the president said before leaving his home state of Delaware for a trip to New Jersey to highlight the child care proposals in the package and a related infrastructure measure. “With the grace of God and the goodwill of the neighbors.” Resolving the revenue side is key as the Democrats scale back what had been a $3.5 trillion plan, insisting all the new spending will be fully paid for and not pile onto the debt. Biden vows any new taxes would hit only the wealthy, those earning more than $400,000 a year, or $450,000 for couples. The White House had to rethink its tax strategy after one key Democrat, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., objected to her party’s initial proposal to raise tax rates on wealthy Americans by undoing the Trump-era tax cuts on those earning beyond $400,000. Sinema also

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ew Texas congressional maps passed by N the Legislature favor non-minority candidates and are unfair to Hispanic

voters, especially those on the border, members of several Hispanic civil rights organizations that are part of a lawsuit challenging the state’s redistricting proposal. “What you have here is a unified voice of Latinos in protest of discriminatory redistricting plans,” said Nina Perales, of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund, which is representing the plaintiffs in the case against Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. “These maps are so egregiously discriminatory.” The suit, League of United Latin American Citizens et al vs. Abbott, was filed Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, El Paso Division. It was brought by 10 organizations, including the nonprofits the Southwest Voter Registration Education Project (SVREP), Mi Familia Vota, and La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE). It was filed, however, before Abbott has signed off on the proposed redistricting plans, which were driven by a Republican-led Legislature that adjourned its third Special Session. The state is gaining two new districts after the 2020 Census added 4 million new residents in Texas. But Hispanic civil rights groups say that over half of the new residents added to the state are Hispanic, and therefore more minority-rich districts should be added. Instead, the lawsuit alleges that redistricting maps, as currently passed by lawmakers, would “dilute” the minority vote and violate the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the U.S. Constitution. “We were disappointed and frustrated and not surprised that the state of Texas was once again able to create districts that diluted the votes and violate the Voting Rights Act, and for that reason, we filed the lawsuit,” said Lydia Camarillo, chairperson of the Texas Latino Redistricting Task Force and president of the Southwest Voter Registration Education Project. “We refuse to accept the maps,” Angelica

Razo, of Mi Familia Vota, said during an online conference call with media and other plaintiffs in the lawsuit. “Only one term can describe those results: racial discrimination,” said LUPE Executive Director Juanita Valdez-Cox. “We are confident our attorneys will show the racism. We urge the Legislature to redraw a better set of maps.” The lawsuit alleges that four redistricting maps — the congressional plan, state House plan, state Senate plan, and redistricting plan for the State Board of Education — are all discriminatory. “In all four, Latino-majority districts should have been created to reflect the growth of the Latino communities in the past decade and none of them did. There is no net gain for Latinos,” Perales said. The redrawing of South Texas and West Texas congressional border districts is particularly concerning, they said. In West Texas, civil rights activists say it is unfair for a portion of Fort Bliss and Biggs Army Air Field in El Paso to be carved out of Congressional District 16, which is currently represented by U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, a Democrat, and put under the control of the 23rd District, which is represented by U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Republican. The Mexican American Legislative Caucus (MALC) also filed a petition for deposition to investigate potential violations of the Texas Open Meetings Act relating to the redistricting maps. MALC Chairman State Rep. Rafael Anchia called the proposals “contorted maps” that he said, “will undermine representative democracy in Texas for a decade.” Said Texas Freedom Network President Val Benavidez: “The best thing that can be said about the special session is that it’s over and Texans can take a breath knowing that, at least for the moment, Gov. Abbott and state Republicans are not inside the Capitol actively dreaming up new ways to limit their voices or take away their rights.”

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

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Despite Driving Labor Force, Latinos Face Workplace Challenges

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form of colorism and criticism towards their accents, according to a recent study by LinkedIn. The U.S. Department of Labor reports 29 million Latinos are in the workforce, roughly triple the figure from 1990. The Department of Labor projects that 78% of new workers joining the American workforce this decade will identify as Latino. By 2030, 1 in 5 workers in the U.S. will belong to this ethnic group. Despite this considerable proportion of Latinos in the American workforce, significant barriers often hinder their career development. A LinkedIn study released in September found that 65% of Latino professionals with darker skin tones deem that their skin complexion prevents their career advancement. It’s worth noting that Latino is an ethnicity and not a racial category, which means that Latinos have a range of physical attributes and skin complexions. Latinos may identify with one or more races, including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous, Asian or white. In addition to facing discrimination based on skin tone, Latino professionals must also contend with biases towards their accents and speech patterns. While over two-thirds of Latinos in the U.S. are American-born and many use English as their first language, there is still a portion of Latino professionals, particularly those who learned English later in life, who retain strong accents. According to LinkedIn’s survey, 89% of respondents with strong accents have felt overlooked for

career advancement. The study also revealed that more than 1 in 3 Latino professionals surveyed are considering leaving their current job due to lack of recognition of their work, insufficient advancement opportunities, and the relative absence of leadership figures who look like them. Rosanna Durruthy, Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at LinkedIn, urges companies to turn their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion “workshops” into “actions” in order to support and promote the career development of their Latino talent. “People stay for their friends, but they leave because of their managers. Don’t make managers the reason why your Latino talent leaves the organization. Look for opportunities to create safe spaces.” Although a lot of companies are pushing for meaningful changes to improve equity in the workplace, there are many toxic work environments that continue to miss the mark. Durruthy advises Latinos who want to leave their current workplaces to look for new companies with strong diversity and inclusion action plans. She also encourages them to connect with other people of color at their prospective companies to gather real testimonies about the workplace culture. “I think the marketplace has opened up significantly. We don’t have to settle for less, and we shouldn’t settle for less,” she affirmed. “I certainly would hope that we’re utilizing this power of relationships and networks to gain a better understanding of the opportunities that are available for us.”

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Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates TAX FORMS AT LIBRARIES they have forms 1040 and 1040-SR in English and Spanish available at all locations. Instruction books are available in English only at the moment. You can also access all available forms and instructions from home at www.irs. gov. BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff. All information will be held in strict confidence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 7451637. FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-aTest, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 9th St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, available. LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For more info call (806) 834-7972 or toll free (800) 420-8037. IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806741-0409. SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409. DO YOU HAVE NEWS? Submit your business news online at www.latinolubbock.net/ have-a-story or call (806)792-1212

Steady in 3rd Quarter

Hispanics' Consumer Confidence

he Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index dropped slightly to 90.5 from 90.8 in the second quarter, but it remains well above the 84.9 during the third quarter of last year, according to the Florida Atlantic UniversityBusiness and Economics Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI) in FAU's College of Business. In the third quarter of 2021, optimism declined slightly in three of the five questions used to generate the index. The percentage of Hispanics who felt they are better off financially than a year ago remained steady at 62 percent, a slight decline from the 63 percent who felt that way in the second quarter of this year. Regarding the long-term outlook, 58 percent of respondents were optimistic, but that was down from 59 percent in the second quarter. Also, respondents were leery about buying big-ticket items, with 48 percent saying now is a good time to do so, compared with 53 percent who felt that way in the second quarter. However, Hispanics were more optimistic of their future financial situation, with 78 percent feeling that

way in the third quarter, up from 74 percent in the second quarter. The short-run economic outlook also drew optimism, with 53 percent saying they expect the country to experience good business conditions in the upcoming year, compared to 51 percent in the second quarter. "Hispanics remain optimistic about their personal finances in the future," said Monica Escaleras, Ph.D., director of FAU BEPI. "However due to rising inflation, they are slowing their purchases for homes, vehicles and big-ticket items for their homes." The poll is based on a sampling of 514 Hispanic adults from July 1 to Sept. 30. The margin of error is +/- 4.32 percentage points. The survey was administered using both landlines via IVR data collection and online data collection using Dynata. Responses for the entire sample were weighted to reflect the national distribution of the Hispanic population by region, gender, age and income, according to latestAmerican Community Survey data.

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La Confianza de los Consumidores Hispanos Permanece Estable en el Tercer Trimestre n el tercer trimestre del 2021, el E optimismo declinó levemente, según tres de las cinco preguntas

utilizadas para generar el índice. El porcentaje de hispanos que piensan que están mejor económicamente que hace un año permaneció estable en un 62 por ciento, lo cual significa una leve caída respecto del 63 por ciento que se pronunciaron respecto de lo mismo en el segundo trimestre de este año. Con relación a la perspectiva a largo plazo, el 58 por ciento de los que respondieron a la encuesta se mostraron optimistas; sin embargo, este porcentaje estuvo un punto por debajo del 59 por ciento del segundo trimestre. Además, los que respondieron a la encuesta se mostraron cautelosos acerca de comprar artículos de lujo para el Copyright 2021 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

hogar, puesto que el 48 por ciento manifestaron que es un buen momento para hacer estas compras, porcentaje éste que declinó si se lo compara con el 53 por ciento de los que se manifestaron respecto de lo mismo en el segundo trimestre. Sin embargo, los hispanos están más optimistas con relación a su futura situación económica, ya que el 78 por ciento de los mismos así lo manifestaron en el tercer trimestre, lo cual significa un aumento si se considera el 74 por ciento en el segundo trimestre. La perspectiva económica a corto plazo también atrajo optimismo ya que el 53 por ciento manifestaron que esperan que el país ofrezca buenas condiciones para los negocios en el año entrante, en contraste con el 51 por ciento que manifestaron lo mismo en el segundo trimestre.

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Wellness/ bienestar

Maneras de vencer la diabetes

Los más recientes tratamientos para combatir esta devastadora enfermedad

los últimos 40 años, Walk to Prevent Winter Weight idenses Durante el número de estadoundiagnosticados con you don't already exercise, get • Buddy up or join a walking diabetes ha aumentado estrepitItor.fapproval from your docgroup. • Drink plenty of water osamente, pasando de alrededor • Warm up and cool down to avoid injury. • Start with short walks and work up to at least five, 30-minute walks a week to achieve significant health benefits. • Walk in a safe, welllighted area.

before you head out or bring it with you. • Monitor your walking with an inexpensive pedometer. To get optimal heart benefits try walking about 10,000 steps each day.

Anda para prevenir el aumento de peso

i no hace ejercicio actualS mente, hable con su médico para que éste lo autorice.

• Para evitar su actividad poco a poco hasta enfriarse y descansar. • Empiece con caminatas cortas. Para llegar a obtener beneficios de salud que resulten significativos, trabaje hasta lograr caminar durante 30 minutos, cinco veces por semana.

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• Camine en un ambiente seguro y bien iluminado. • Camine acompañado o únase a un grupo de caminantes. • Tome abundante agua antes de salir a caminar o llévela consigo. • Mida la distancia de su caminata con un podómetro económico. Para obtener resultados óptimos, trate de caminar alrededor de 10 mil pasos diarios.

de 6 millones en 1980 a casi 19 millones en la actualidad. A medida que el problema se sale de control, los investigadores corren para encontrar nuevos tratamientos para esta devastadora enfermedad. Hace poco, científicos de Newcastle University, en Inglaterra, informaron que, al parecer, una dieta de 600 calorías diarias revirtió la diabetes tipo 2 en un pequeño grupo de pacientes que padecieron diabetes por menos de cuatro años. Siete de 10 pacientes seguían sin diabetes tres meses después de detener la intensa dieta de ocho semanas, que consistió en bebidas sustitutas de alimentos y tres porciones diarias de verduras ricas en almidón. En el plano quirúrgico, una cirugía para perder peso conocida como desvío gástrico Rouxen-Y demostró ser sorprendentemente efectiva para revertir la diabetes tipo 2: el 80 % de los pacientes que se someten a esta cirugía —que consiste en crear una bolsa en la parte superior del estómago y conectarla directamente al intestino delgado— experimentan una drástica regresión de su diabetes. Estos resultados se ven apenas días después de la cirugía y antes de perder mucho peso. Estos hallazgos han generado

una oleada de investigaciones para tratar de entender cómo es que el desvío gástrico afecta la regulación del azúcar en la sangre. Si bien no está claro cómo trabaja exactamente, la mayoría de las teorías se centran en el antiguamente menospreciado papel del intestino delgado y el estómago como órganos endócrinos, o liberadores de hormonas. El desvío gástrico Rouxen-Y en particular parece alterar hormonas específicas que ayudan a regular la respuesta del organismo al azúcar. Aun así, lo último que recomendaría es que la gente confíe en dietas extremas o cirugías radicales de redireccionamiento del estómago para solucionar un problema que, a menudo, es evitable. Si su nivel de glucosa en sangre en ayunas está por encima de 100, el momento de actuar es ahora. El Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP, Programa de Prevención de la Diabetes), un gran estudio multicéntrico de investigación, mostró que la gente con sobrepeso que tiene prediabetes puede reducir en un 58 % el riesgo de desarrollar diabetes si pierde sólo del 5 al 7 % de su peso corporal. Lo más importante es lograr hacer 150 minutos de actividad física cada semana: El esfuerzo físico ayuda a las células de los músculos a usar mejor la glucosa, y puede llevar a perder peso, lo que a su vez mantiene la diabetes a raya.

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Noticias de salud/ Health News BOO TO THE FLU SHOT CLINIC Lubbock Adult Activity Center Presents Boo to the Flu Shot Clinic! Join Angels Care Home Health Thursday, November 4, 2021, from 10 am to 12 pm. Must have Medicare, Insurance, or Prescription Drug Card. Located at 2001 19th Street, Lubbock. FREE COVID-19 VACCINES, BOOSTERS The City of Lubbock Public Health Department is offering booster shots for all available COVID-19 vaccines at its mini-hub vaccination site located at 2801 50th Street, in Caprock Center. The mini-hub operates from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and every first and third Saturday, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. COVID TESTING SITE Drive through testing will be conducted in the south parking lot. Individuals seeking testing should not enter the vaccination clinic. To access the testing site, enter the parking lot at 52nd & Canton. Testing hours will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday - Friday. In addition to COVID-19 testing, the site will also offer flu testing. For more info, call (806) 775-2933 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. HEALTHBEAT EQUIPMENT brings the best of the gym to the great outdoors at Buddy Holly Lake of Cesar Chavez Drive 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 info 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.

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Flu Vaccinations Amid COVID-19 Concerns

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Beating Diabetes How you can fight this devastating disease

ver the past 43 years the numO ber of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has skyrocketed,

from about 6 million in 1980 to almost 19 million today. As this problem spirals out of control, researchers are racing to find new treatments for this devastating disease. Recently, scientists at Newcastle University in England reported that a 600-calorie-a-day diet appeared to reverse type 2 diabetes in a small group of patients who had diabetes for less than four years. Seven patients out of 10 were still diabetes-free three months after they stopped the extreme eightweek diet, which consisted of mealreplacement drinks and three daily servings of starchy vegetables. On the surgical front, a weightloss surgery known as a Roux-

en-Y gastric bypass has proven surprisingly effective at reversing type 2 diabetes: 80 percent of patients undergoing this surgery — which involves creating a pouch in the upper part of the stomach and attaching it farther down the small intestine — experience dramatic remission of their diabetes. These results are seen just days after surgery and before much weight loss occurs. Such findings have led to a surge of research attempting to understand how gastric bypass affects the regulation of blood sugar. While it's unclear exactly how this works, most theories focus on the previously under appreciated role of the small intestine and stomach as endocrine, or hormone-releasing, organs. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in particular seems to alter

specific hormones that help regulate the body's response to sugar. Still, the last thing recommend is that people rely on extreme diets or radical stomach-rerouting surgeries to solve an often preventable problem. If your fasting blood glucose level is above 100, the time to act is now. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a large multicenter research study, has shown that overweight people with pre-diabetes can reduce their risk for diabetes by 58 percent if they lose just 5 to 7 percent of their body weight. Most important is getting 150 minutes of physical exercise each week: Physical exertion helps muscle cells better use glucose and can lead to weight loss, which can help ward off diabetes.

flu vaccine. This season those efforts include working with doctor's offices and pharmacies to provide guidance on giving flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the same time and supporting communitybased efforts to increase vaccination among racial and ethnic minority groups in the United States.

months and older (with rare exceptions) get a flu vaccine each year— by the end of October, ideally. Flu vaccines and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time. Each year, CDC and AMA undertake a range of efforts to increase the number of people who receive a

Vacunas contra la gripe en medio de preocupaciones por el COVID-19

os CDC recomiendan que todas L las personas de seis meses o más (con raras excepciones) se vacunen contra la influenza cada año, idealmente para fines de octubre. Las vacunas contra la influenza y contra el COVID-19 se pueden administrar al mismo tiempo. Cada año, los CDC y la AMA realizan una serie de esfuerzos para aumentar el número de personas que reciben

la vacuna contra la influenza. Esta temporada, esos esfuerzos incluyen trabajar con consultorios médicos y farmacias para proporcionarles orientación sobre la administración de vacunas contra la influenza y el COVID-19 al mismo tiempo, y apoyar los esfuerzos comunitarios para aumentar la vacunación entre los grupos minoritarios raciales y étnicos en los Estados Unidos.

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dults should be routinely A screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 45, instead of the current 50, a U.S. public health task force recommended. A colonoscopy is a test where a

doctor uses a camera to scan your colon for cancerous polyps. A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue. You should get a colonoscopy every 10 years. And you should get

them more frequently if polyps are found, or if you have a family history of colorectal cancer. Minorities are at higher risk if not detected, so schedule your exam today.

Una colonoscopia es una prueba en la que un médico usa una cámara para escanear su colon en busca de pólipos cancerosos. Un pólipo es un crecimiento anormal de tejido. Debería hacerse una colonoscopia

cada 10 años. Y debe contraerlos con más frecuencia si se encuentran pólipos o si tiene antecedentes familiares de cáncer colorrectal. Las minorías corren un mayor riesgo si no se detectan, así que programe su examen hoy.

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Veteran & First Responder Affairs Veteran & Military Connection PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598. VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. A PROUD VETERAN: Los Hermanos Familia (LHF) and Latino Lubbock Magazine (LLM) delivered their first veteran sign to one of the Veterans that attended their annual "Here's to Our Heroes" Veteran reception! Ronnie Villegas, a Marine, has experienced challenging health issues but is staying strong. To demonstrate their support, LHF & LLM delivered their first, " A Proud Veteran Lives Here" sign to honor the veteran and retired police officer reminding him how much his service and sacrifice to country is appreciated. Organizers said that more signs will be displayed around town nearer to Veteran's Day. They hope to make this an annual event if they can raise the funds. This is one of Los Hermanos Familia's many projects that advocates for Veterans and invites the public to donate at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/makeadonation

November is Military

Family Appreciation Month E

ach year the President signs a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month. This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of Defense and the nation will honor the commitment and sacrifices made by the families of the nation's service members. Throughout the month of November, military families serving around the world are honored through a variety of observances and recognized for their commitment and the many contributions they make every day in support of the military and our nation. Efforts to recognize the sacrifices of the military family by Active, Guard, and Reserve leaders are being joined and supported by DoD or-

ganizations to include the Army Air Force Exchange Service, Defense Commissary Agency, and others. Community leaders, businesses, and military bases and posts are teaming up to recognize military families through special events such as: open houses, fun runs, family fun nights, and community dinners; discounts at MWR facilities, local business and sporting events; and special recognitions during community activities throughout the month of November. Contact your local MWR or Family Services offices to learn more about events scheduled in your area. And thank you o all families for your service and sacrifice from Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Celebrate the 246th Marine Corps Birthday

he Marine Corps' Birthday will celebrated on Sunday, November 10th. This is the 246th Birthday of the United States Marine Corp. There are times throughout the year when veterans reflect on what it means to be a veteran, when they honor their fallen comrades on Memorial Day, or celebrate veterans on Veterans Day. However, the Marine Corps birthday brings leathernecks back to a time surrounded by their brothers and sisters.

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For some Marines, it serves as more of a nostalgic day that reflects both Memorial Day and Veterans Day -it's a time where Marines focus on their brothers in arms, remembering the good, and staring off into the distance as sorrow washes over them for all of their fellow Devil Dogs who gave their lives for our freedom. This Marine Corps birthday, reach out to Marines and let them know you appreciate them. Happy Birthday Marines from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services. It helps find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www. helpourmilitaryheroes.org WOUNDED WEAR Provide free fashionable clothing kits and modifications to wounded warriors that empower them to rediscover the hero within. (757) 773-8079 http://www.woundedwear.org/

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CRISIS LINE 1-800-273-TALK(8255) "Press 1 for Veterans" U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 806-472-3420 Lubbock Vet Center 806-792-9782 or 877-927-8387 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

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Opinion/opinión

VETERANS Honoring All Who Served hat is a VetW eran? For 245 years, America’s

Freedom has been contingent on the courage of our military service members whose love of God, country and family were the catalysts for their selfless sacrifice. These brave service members deployed around the world to protect American interest, to liberate the persecuted and to deliver justice to freedom’s enemies. The United States’ history books are peppered with countless testimonies of acts of courage, in the most daring of circumstances. These stories bespeak of what one brave American would do for another, even at the risk of their own life. And when these courageous citizens completed their honorable service and returned home, America called them “veterans”; and their communities called them husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, sons and daughters. These veterans live among us; they are our neighbors. They are our coaches, our teachers, our professors, our First Responders, our friends, and community volunteers. Their age varies from 18 to over 100 years old. Some carry the scars of battle and some carry the invisible wounds of war. They are great story tellers as they have had a front-row seat in the making of this country. And you can spot them by the hats they wear, by the way they stand, by the way they speak and how proudly they salute the United States flag and the National Anthem, which was written in their honor. What is Veterans Day? On 11 November 1919, America began to honor veterans by acknowledging Armistice Day which ended World War I; “the war to end all wars”. In 1938 Armistice Day officially became a holiday which primarily honored the sacrifice of the World War I veteran. After

World War II and the Korean War, the veterans service organizations urged Congress to change the word “armistice” to “veterans”. In 1954, Congress amended the commemoration which then honored American Veterans of all wars. Although commemorations dates have periodically changed, Veterans Day is celebrated on 11 November and now honors the sacrifice of all veterans who have served in peacetime and in war. Each year, Americans across the United States set aside their difference to celebrate Veterans Day with concerts, parades, banquets and color guards. And the United States flag is on full display on parade-floats, at homes, businesses, universities, churches, schools and roadways. For on this day, America honors the heroism and sacrifices of all veterans who have honorably served in the Armed Forces. Today, there are approximately 20 million veterans in the United States of which 9 percent are women. With approximately 1.5 million veterans, Texas has the second largest veteran population in the country. And with over 15 thousand veterans living in Lubbock and the thousands more seeking care at Lubbock’s Super VA Clinic, the city of Lubbock is a model city; whose support of veterans and their families is unmatched. Living for those who can’t. So as America honors Veterans with comp’d meals, discounted pricing and parade, some Veterans take the time to reflect on their fallen brothers and sisters who sacrificed their todays for our tomorrows. From the Revolutionary War to WWII, from Korea to Afghanistan, all gave some, some gave their all; approximately one million service members have lost their lives on the battlefield defending the principles and ideals that make the United States the beacon of freedom throughout the globe. These heroes sacrifice is what gives true value to American Freedom. Benny Guerrero is the District 9 Commander of the Texas VFW, and a retired Marine.

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Education/ Educación

Valle Named Chair of the TTU College of Education

ernando Valle, an educator with F more than 25 years of experience in teaching, school personnel

HISTORICAL MARKER: The State of Texas proclaimed a historical designation of the McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center on the Texas Tech campus. Pictured are Chris Snead, Curt Langford, Dr. Bill Dean, and Dr. Lawrence Schovanec. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Raiders Rojos A Model Alumni Network

almost three years since Iof t’sIthetookbeen the reins Texas Tech

Alumni Association, and a fast three years it’s been. One of the things I’m most grateful for in this position are those who belong to the association and believe in our mission of academic support for Texas Tech. With just under 30,000 members of the association, our organization stands strong with loyal supporters dating back to the very first graduating class in 1927. One of the reasons for our strength is because of alumni networks like Raiders Rojos that was established more than 20 years ago. In fact, Raiders Rojos was the very first alumni network that has led to several similar networks following this group’s example for success. Under the current leadership of Jose Valenciano and Janie Ramirez before him and others over the years, this network has successfully administered 378 scholarships totaling $373,500 to deserving students pursuing a college degree at Texas Tech. I’m privileged to attend many meaningful events

in my time with the association, but witnessing the Hispanic Convocation is one of the most memorable, celebrating with those reveling in their family member’s graduation - often times a first-generation college graduate. Raiders Rojos hosted its most recent scholarship breakfast in August at the McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center presenting 16 $2,000 scholarships to another generation of worthy students. This is remarkable, a model alumni network we should all be proud of making a significant impact within our community and for the families involved. The alumni association holds Raiders Rojos in high regard for the consistent success this network has had investing in the lives of its scholarship recipients. My thanks to this loyal group of supporters for their persistent work these past two decades. Raiders Rojos is an enthusiastic network of alumni that meets regularly and socially. To learn more about how to get involved, visit texastechalumni.org/raidersrojos.

preparation and schooluniversity partnerships, has been appointed chair of the Department of Teacher Education in the College of Education at Texas Tech University, effective June 1, 2022. He will succeed Doug Hamman, the founding chair of the department, who is stepping down at the end of the spring semester and returning to the faculty after serving in the role for the last seven years. “Dr. Valle typifies innovative servant leadership, and I am beyond thrilled that he will be serving as chair of the Department of Teacher Education,” said Jesse Perez Mendez, dean of the College of Education. “He is not only a state leader in education, but also an outstanding colleague and a great person who truly cares about Texas children, families and communities. His experience and breadth of perspective will be invaluable as we strive to become the nation's top college of education within a Hispanic-Serving Institution.” Valle joined Texas Tech in 2008 and currently serves as a professor of educational leadership and interim chair of special education. He previously served as program coordinator for educationalleadership, with accomplishments that include securing $12 million in state and federal grants to develop an awardwinning, residency-based principal preparation program in partnership with school districts across Texas. "I am excited to serve the College of Education as the next chair of teacher education and come full circle to engage the profession where I started 26 years ago, as a seventh-

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grade science teacher," Valle said. "I am eager to continue developing teacher education partnerships across Texas and carrying on our college tradition of thinking big. I look forward to growing the department in enrollment, diversity, innovation and as leaders of teacher preparation in Texas." Valle's research focuses on educational leadership development through social justice, equity and critical lenses. Other specialties include school-university partnerships, school improvement, principal preparation, development of human capital and Latinx leaders, educators and communities. As chair, his duties will include managing the college's teacher preparation programs, leading curriculum development, evaluating faculty and staff, cultivating professionalandresearchdevelopment of faculty and students and overseeing student recruitment and retention. Prior to joining Texas Tech, Valle was a classroom teacher, counselor and assistant principal in South Texas. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at SanAntonio and a master's degree in counseling and a doctoral degree in educational leadership from the University of Texas-Pan American. He is a former American Education Research Association Clark Scholar and was a Graduate Fellow and Faculty Fellow for the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education. He also is a recipient of the President’s Excellence in Teaching Award, President’s Excellence in Diversity and Equity Award and President’s Excellence in Engaged Scholarship Award at Texas Tech.

os Hermanos Familia with the Liggett Law Group, P.C. want to remind you to submit your completed application packet before the deadline of November 10, 2021. Applicants must be 11th or 12thgrade high school students located in Lubbock or in the following counties: Bailey, Cochran, Crosby, Dawson, Floyd, Fort Sumner, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Las Cruces, Lub-

bock, Lynn, and Terry. Scholarship Amount: $5,000. This is for a student registered in a college or trade school. The first Round Deadline: November 10, 2021. More details including online scholarship application/essay upload at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/scholarship-applications Good luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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. COLLEGE BOARD Fund Finder is an online tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your education level, talents, and background. Apply online at: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www.collegenet. com 2022–23 FAFSA FORM AVAILABLE The new 2022–23 FAFSA form is here! Some states and schools have limited funds, so don’t delay! For priority consideration, submit your application by Jan. 15, 2022. Additional forms might be required. Private and two-year institutions may have different deadlines. Check with your financial aid administrator. To begin your application, go to https://studentaid.gov/. 20201-2022 FACULTY AND HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS ARE NOW OPEN *Applicants will need to create a user ID (email address is recommended) and password at the start of the application, which will allow you to finish the application in multiple sittings if needed. Deadline is November 15, 2021. Apply at https://fs1.formsite.com/txpta/form634/ form_login.html "HACER® MORE SCHOLARSHIP" Se invita a los estudiantes hispanos del último año de la escuela secundaria que tengan deseos de ir a la universidad, y a sus padres, a que visiten mcdonalds.com/hacer para obtener recursos universitarios adicionales en inglés y en español y para conocer todos los detalles sobre cómo solicitar la Beca Nacional HACER® de McDonald's. El período para solicitar la beca para el próximo año académico comienza el 5 de octubre de 2020 y finaliza el 3 de febrero de 2021. LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY is a learning hub for all ages. Whether you would like to prep for college entrance exams, improve your computer skills, get ahead at work or find out what career you are best suited for, this is the place for you. Learning Express also provides help for High School students, including math and science, English language arts, social studies, and prep for the STAAR and TSI tests. To access from home, you will need your LBK public library card number.

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Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities VETERAN'S DAY PARADE Sat., Nov. 6, 2021, line up starts at 8:30 a.m., parade starts at 10 a.m. on historic Broadway, Ave. to the the Civic Center parking lot on Ave. M. This year's theme is "Honoring All WHo Served." This year's grand marshalls is . Register at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/veteran-sday-parade

Coronado Homecoming Queen

Gives Crown to Student

GROVES STORYTIME Join us for stories and songs for Preschoolers Nov. 17, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., at 5520 19th Street.

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GODEKE STORYTIME Join us for stories and songs for Preschoolers! Nov. 18, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Located at 5034 Frankford Ave.

eandra Armenta, an active stuL dent and cheerleader at Coronado High School is a special needs student

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY WORKSHOP AT MAXEY COMMUNITY CENTER Make some crafts, play games, and have a couple of yummy snacks at this Thanksgiving Workshop. Pre-registration is required by 1 pm on 11/20. $15 per person Ages 6-12. Located at 4020 30th Street. For more info call 806767-3796 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL Join us at Mae Simmons Community Center every Saturday from 11 am to 12 pm for 3-On-3 Basketball. Ages: 13+ Cost: Free. Nov. 20, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Located at 2004 Oak Avenue. FREE ONLINE MOVIES FOR KIDS Did you know you can watch movies online through the library?!? We've got movies for all ages available through the OverDrive App (not Libby) or on the website lubbock.overdrive.com! LUBBOCK YOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY This group has great service and leadership programs for youth ages 10-17 to participate in, focused in North and East Lubbock, but can come from all over the city. Marty can be reached at 806-535-5437 parenthood1@sbcglobal. net 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. 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. DO YOU HAVE A STORY? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock.net/have-astory or, email your youth news, quinceañera, and other info to news@latinolubbock.net

with no limits. She's experienced many memorable events that high school students only dream about especially on homecoming night. Her mother Barbara Briones, her #1 advocate, posted in Facebook that Leandra was super excited for homecoming and couldn't wait to see the homecoming queen get crowned. And then came the highlight of her evening. Leandra told her mother, "Wait Mommy I have to find the Homecoming queen and tell her congratulations!" So they walked around until they found the newly named homecoming queen, Caroline Willcoxon. Leandra stood in the crowd waiting patiently to congratulate her.

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well-known song entices me to relax and appreciate all of life’s gifts, “celebrate good times, come on!” I am now in the process of emailing physician-scientists whom I met this summer to ask for help in applying to programs that will help me get into medical school. Recently, I listened to recordings of their talks which were full of invaluable advice; no matter the depth of a person’s education, moments of stress and feelings of doubt are two common experi-

When it was her turn she said to Caroline, "Congratulations, you look beautiful." What happened next was so unexpected for everyone around - especially Leandra. The homecoming queen took off her crown and placed it on Leandra's head to take a picture. Her mom then told Leandra, "Ok. Now give her crown back." Instead Coronado's homecoming queen placed her hand on Leandras head and said, "No, you keep it. It looks good on you and you were fabulous out there tonight!" Barbara said that she was speechless and that her daughter was in a daze and started walking in circles for a few seconds. "It was such a precious and emotional moment," said Briones adding that her daughter was excited to share her expereince with others. Wilcoxon's kind and selfless act gave Leandra a homecoming night that will always be remembered.

ences on a longer list of universal struggles. It was refreshing to recollect myself and hear the real meaning of education and life, “the goal isn’t for you to be perfect; the goal is to understand more about the process so you can make advances.” On that note, I hope to use my moments of weakness as a route to be stronger and use each failed experiment as one step closer to a successful solution. To highlight one message from my college experience: I need to humble myself and allow my failures to make me better, while never giving it strength to paralyze me from moving forward. Bailee Alonzo - is a senior at Texas Tech, majoring in Biology - Pre-Med. She aspires to become a dermatologist. For Latino Lubbock Magazine, My College Experience.

SHPE PUMPKIN DESIGNS: The students Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers enjoyed an evening of pumpkin carving and pizza before midterms.

PERFECTING THEIR ART: The Ballet Follorico Grup Or of Lubbock High School participated in a dance workshop with dance master Chuy Chacon. Congratulations!

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

DAY OF THE DEAD STAMPS: The new stamps from the U.S. Postal Service showcase the Day of the Dead holiday in all its flower-bedecked splendor. This pane of 20 Forever stamps contains five rows of four colorful stamps featuring several iconic elements of a traditional Day of the Dead offering. The vibrant colors of marigold flowers and other embellishments, along with the white of the sugar skulls, stand out brightly from the stamps’ black background. The new stamps were designed by Mexican artist and designer Luis Fitch, founder and creative director of Minneapolis cross-cultural design agency UNO.

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Anniversary Rufus & Julia Carrillo, 61st as of Nov. 21, 1959

Anniversary Fernando and Suzy Salas, 57th as of November 28, 1964

Anniversary Martin and Mary Rivera, 45th as of Nov. 19, 1976

Happy Birthday

Cindy, Wishing the happiest birthday to the world’s hardest working sister. Your care for people is admirable! I’m so proud of all you’ve accomplished. Thanks for being such a great example to others! God bless! Love always!

Jo Ann, Happy, happy birthday, sister. I believe this year will bring wonderful things to your life. Keep working on your journey and keep striving for you! God bless! We love you!

¡Felicidades! Congratulations!

Ana, you are not only a huge blessing to us but to so many others that have had the pleasure of meeting you. How fortunate are we to have you in our lives?! We want to wish you a huge, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" From us, and always remember, Te Amo Mucho!

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'Maya and the Three'

Netflix’s Animated Series Now Showing

fter years in development A behind the scenes, Book of Life director and animator

Jorge R. Gutiérrez is finally back, this time with a fantastical adventure epic set in a Mesoamerican-inspired world. A nine-episode series billed as an “animated event” (a fancy way

of saying it’s a complete story rather than the opening season of an ongoing series) Maya and the Three sparked when Netflix asked Guitérrez to pitch an idea that he couldn’t produce anywhere else — and he came back with a vivid fantasy epic about a Mesoamerican warrior

princess saving the world. Their new Netflix series, Maya and the Three, is set in a fictional Mesoamerican kingdom called Teca, complete with pyramids and an underworld. The series follows the adventures of a Latin American warrior-princess. Maya is 15, and wears a red stripe painted across her eyes as she goes on a quest to fulfill an ancient prophecy. While Maya and the Three’s plot structure gives it a slightly repetitive start, the dynamic, gorgeous visuals bolster the drawnout fight sequences, making them brilliantly eye-catching. By the time all the pieces come together, Gutiérrez imbues the show with nuanced approaches to death and defeat, coloring the experience into something memorable. Maya and the Three is now streaming on Netflix.

LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CONCERT: Mariachi Mexico Lindo were among the performances showcased.

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONT CONCERT: Mariachi Mi Tierra performed and displayed local talent! This was th inaugural year for the concert by LHF.

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Faith & Religion - Fe y religion Church Bulletins ALL SAINTS DAY - Our Lady of Guadalupe, 1120 52nd, will hold mass on Nov 1st (Day of Obligation) Mass Times: Spanish 12 p.m. English 7p.m. All Souls Day - Nov 2nd Mass Time: 6 p.m. All Souls Altars will also be set up in the church.

BRISKET FUNDRAISER BY OLG GUADALUPANOS: The members of the Our Lady of Grace Church Men's Club/Guadalupanas held their annual brisket sale, which is an anticipated fundraiser. They raised funds for church and group programs! Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine! (Photo by Frank Garcia/LLM)

GIRL SCOUT DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS EVENT: Members of the Girl Scout de Colores Troop held their annual Day of the Dead celebration for the community at Our Lady of Grace Church. Great job Girl Scouts! (Photo by Margie Olivarez)

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Celebrating All Saints Day & All Souls Day

hile Halloween is said and W gone, many are now preparing for a celebration of the com-

munion of saints, those people we believe are in heaven, through good works and God's grace. All Saints' Day is celebrated the first day of November while All Souls' Day is celebrated November 2. All Saints' Day is a day Catholics offer prayers to those in purgatory. Both are related, but they are two separate celebrations. On All Saints' Day there's a call to live as saints, to remind all how they're supposed to live. On All Souls' Day, they're talking about all souls and asking God's mercy for them. They're talking about those people who have died before them, and their process of getting to heaven, through Christ ... It has its roots all the way back to the fourth century. It is on this day that the Book of the Dead is opened to allow parishioners to write the names of relatives to be remembered. The book is "placed near the altar" and "That's done all through

November. It's an All Souls' tradition..." All Souls' Day is a commemoration of the faithfully departed and is observed primarily in the Catholic Church. Its origins date back to European folklore related to customs of veneration practiced worldwide through evens like the Mexican Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) or the Chinese Ghost Festival. To remember the departed, many cultures prepare meals for the souls of the dead, light candles or leave flowers on relatives' graves and some anoint tombstones with holy water or pour milk over them. All Souls' day is celebrated November second and if that day happens to fall on a Sunday, the Mass is of All Souls and Morning and Evening Prayer (Lauds and Vespers) for the Dead can be said while people participate. Each celebration touches on cultural beliefs about the spirit world, honoring the dead and feasts.

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hat is a hero? What does it W mean to be great? In the gospel of Mark Jesus helps puts things into perspective for His disciples and I hope for us today as well. They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, “What were you arguing about on the road?” But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Mark 9:33-35 Mohamed Ali was an amazing boxer. He considered himself the greatest. It’s interesting that his view of greatness was what he

could do to others rather than what he could do for others. Jesus took that opportunity to show his disciples the way to true greatness. “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last and the servant of all.” And he wasn’t just saying it. He was doing it! He was the master of the angel armies who willingly came here to serve us in our greatest need. On Good Friday, Jesus gave no thought to his own well-being. He laid down his life so that we might live. That’s the definition of a hero. That is the essence of greatness. Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 30 years.

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ALL SAINTS DAY OUR LADY OF GRACE 3111 Erskine, Masses to celebrate All Saints Day will be at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Monday, November 1st. Masses to celebrate All Souls's Day will be at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 2nd. A special rosary to honor our loved ones with be prayed thirty minutes before each Mass. MEMORIAL MASSES DIOCESE OF LUBBOCK Remembering all those lost in 2020 & 2021. NOV. 2 at Christ the King Lubbock, 7 p.m.; NOV. 6 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Plainview, 11 a.m.; NOV. 13 at Saint Anthony Brownfield, 11 a.m.; NOV. 20 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Snyder, 11 a.m. LOCAL WORLD YOUTH DAY November 20, 2021 SUPPORT FOR YOUR FAMILY: Catholic Charities Youth and Family department is still here to help families’ mental and emotional health. Case managers can help with family conflict, stress, anxiety and more. To be contacted by a case manager, fill out a form at cclubbock.org/ youth-and-families. ONLINE MASS – Check www.catholiclubbock.org/Covid-19 for a listing. 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. DIVINE MERCY Chaplet online at https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/ devotions/novena

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PRAY THE ROSARY ONLINE at https://www. cathedralofmary.org/faithformation/resources/pray-thesary-online

YOUTH MINISTRY WEBINARS: The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) has resources against racism, including a free webinar series on how to apply the USCCB's pastoral letter, "Open Wide Our Hearts" in a ministry context. Details: www.nfcym.org/open-wideour-hearts U N D E R S TA N D I N G THE SCRIPTURES online at https:// catholicboard.com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www.catholic. org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews. com/

Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will have its monthly meeting at Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst. on Thurs. Nov. 18th at 5:30.PM. Presentation Topic: Crime Prevention in our Neighborhoods-Law Enforcement FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY November 20, 2021. If you are interested in having a service opportunity or volunteering contact Riley at rtaguwa@volunteerlubbock. org 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. NEXTDOOR allows you to keep up with your neighborhood at https://nextdoor.com/ news_feed/ 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. NATIONAL DAYS OF SERVICE 2022: January 17 - MLK Day of Service March 31 - Cesar Chavez Day of Service April 17-23 - National Volunteer Week September 11 - National Day of Remembrance DO YOU HAVE A STORY? NEWS? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock. net/have-a-story For more info call (806)7921212.

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AARP: 888-687-2277 Social Security: 800-772-1213 Medicare: 800-633-4227 TX Area Agency on Aging: 800-252-9240 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

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Code Compliance in LBK a

"Seasonal Thing"

BY: BARRETT BERGEZ (INTERN) FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

ny resident of Lubbock could A tell you; the alleyways of the city are cluttered with all kinds of

bulky garbage from mattresses to dining room tables. In the city of Lubbock code of ordinances, there are specific items that are considered “unsanitary matter”. These items include but are not limited to: boxes, scrap lumber, glass, shelving, litter, weeds, and general trash. Having these items out in the front yard or in alleyways is considered a violation and not properly disposed of. S t u a r t Wa l k e r, t h e c o d e administration director for the city, shared his thoughts on the issue in an interview. “It’s a kind of seasonal thing,” Walker said, “especially, you know, in the central part of town where we have lots of transient people and college kids.” Walker said he thinks part of the cause is people not being educated on what can and can not be dumped in an alleyway and how items should be properly disposed of. Since Lubbock does not have a bulky item pick-up program through the city, dumping furniture and other large items qualifies as a violation of city ordinance. According to Walker and city

ordinance, it is the responsibility of the property owner to take care of the alleyways behind their homes, regardless of whether or not they dumped the items that caused the violation. The city ordinance said when a violation has occurred, there will be written notice provided to the homeowner informing them they must remove the out of code trash. Walker said if the homeowner does not comply, the city will hire contractors to remove the garbage and send the bill to the homeowner. Walker said educating residents is the best way to combat this problem in the city. He said a lot of residents do not know the city ordinances and do not know how to properly dispose of large items. The solid waste management page on the City of Lubbock website said any large item that keeps a dumpster lid from closing needs to be taken to a “Citizen Convenience Station”. The four convenience stations are located at: 1631 84th St., 208 Municipal Drive, 7308 Milwaukee Ave., and 4307 Adrian St. These locations are open 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday and are closed on city holidays. The solid waste management web page says these sites offer bulky item, yard waste, used oil, and antifreeze drop off services.

Fall Back: Daylight Savings Time Nov. 7th

all 2021 is officially here! F But many are asking now that summer

has officially left and the days are getting shorter by the minute – literally – one very important question: when does the time change and why? The history of daylight saving is tied to energy conservation. Switching to DST in the summer means more sunlight at night, which in turn means homes don't have to turn on lights as early.

According to the U.S. Government , that leads to energy and fuel savings. For most, we get to sleep late - an hour! So “fall back” with the end of Daylight Saving Time Sunday, Nov. 7, at 2 a.m. Until 2007, Daylight Saving Time ran from April to midOctober. But then Congress extended the period, making it three weeks earlier and one week later. Don't forget, and enjoy the extra hour.

2021 HAW SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION: Scholarship recipients were able to meet their sponsors at the Hispanic Association reception. Congratulations to all scholarship recipients and to the recipients of the Mary Pineda, and Frances Hernández scholarships. In addition, the Hispana Inspiradora for 2021 was named.

En Aquellos Días…

l mes pasado les recordé E de las pláticas entre yo y mi hermano. Yo soy dos años mayor que mi her-mano. Cuando murió el Papa Juan XXIII, eligieron a Papa Juan Pablo I y a los tres días el también murió. Me acuerdo de que yo estaba trabajando un sábado por la mañana cuando sonó el teléfono en mi ofi-cina lo conteste y me dice una voz, “El Papa murió.” “Yo sé” fue mi contestación. “Pero tenemos un Papa nuevo.” “No, el también murió”, me dice. Y entro el Papa Juan Pablo II. Nos pusimos a pensar de todos los presidentes que habían sido elegidos durante los años pasados: Eisenhower, Nixon. Kennedy, Johnson. Ford, Bush (2-el padre y el hijo). Le pregunte a mi hermano si el votaba cada elección y me contesto que no. Y empezó la discusión. Mis padres nunca votaban porque en aquellos dias te-nían el “poll tax”. Si no pagaban poll tax no podían votar. En el rancho mi

papa ganaba $50 por semana. No le rebajaban seguro social o lo demás. Por eso no votaba. Mi papa decía que el derecho de votar era solo para los ricos. Cuando quitaron el “poll tax” mis padres se registraron y empezaron a votar. Nosotros teníamos toda oportunidad de votar. En las siguientes elecciones, mi hermano fue a votar. Lástima que no alcanzo a votar después de esa ves. Murió dos años después de esa platica que tuvimos, pero me quedaron las memorias de esas platicas. En memoria de mi papa y mi hermano, cada año he pagado para que venga el Rotary Club y pongan la bandera en frente de la casa en la yarda de enfrente. El mes de diciembre acabo este tema y empiezo el año nuevo con otros temas de “aquellos dias”. Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

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Veteran's Burial Planning

BY STEVE OIEN, COMMANDER, CHAPTER 0900, MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART

hen planning a veteran’s W funeral, the most important document a veteran or a veteran’s family can have is their “Report of Separation from theArmed Forces of the United States. This form is better known as the “DD-214.” Without the DD-214, securing veteran burial benefits can be very difficult. To obtain a copy of the veteran’s DD-214 send a Standard Form 180 to the Military National Personnel Record Center; National Personnel Records Center, 1 Archives Drive, St. Louis, MO 63138. Telephone: 314-801-0800; Fax: 314-8019195. Or go to www.benefits. va.gov/homeloans/documents/docs/ standard_form_180.pdf Here are some hard facts about

veteran burial benefits: (1) Caskets are not free. They are provided only if the veteran dies while on active duty. (2) The VA will pay up to $780.00 toward burial and funeral expenses if the veteran was in a VA hospital at time of death. Other than that, their death benefit is $300. Veterans and their families need to know the facts about the veteran’s burial benefits. For further information go to the VA.gov web site or to www.lubbockpurpleheart. com website where all forms are available for download. The “VA Legacy Kit” contains all necessary information and should be read first. All other documents there are downloadable as well. Funeral Homes know how to assist you with VA requirements, but don’t wait to contact them until the veteran passes.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner

he 29th Annual CommunityT Wide Free Thanksgiving Dinner hosted by First United Method-

ist Church will be held Saturday, November 13th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the FUMC parking lot. This will be a drive-thru, pick up meal. Vehicles will begin lining up in the parking lot located on 13th between Avenues M and N. The entire Lubbock Area Community is welcome to share this wonderful

dinner made by volunteers with donations from local businesses. First United Methodist Church anticipates serving 1,200 turkey dinners during this fellowship filled afternoon. Approximately 200 volunteers participate in this event and represent the entire Lubbock and surrounding communities. Since its inception in the early 1990s, over 25,000 people have received a free traditional Thanksgiving dinner.

to local giving and generosity & to make giving history for local charities. Los Hermanos Familia, a 501(C) (3), is a collaborative group of men, women, and youth who value God, family, and community. "We are committed to our objective, strengthening families, building community, said Christy Martinez-Garcia, President and Founder of LHF. "We work to offer programming that gives families and the community opportunities to connect, engage, and have fun." All funds raised go towards the various programs hosted by Los Hermanos Familia, including: Adelante Awards, Cinco de Mayo Parade, Mini Pinewood Derby, Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing Event, Veteran's Day Parade, and the West Texas Latino Artist Show & Día de los Muertos Celebración, the myOn Digital Reading Library, the Veteran's Day Parade, as well as their scholarship program and much more. In addition, LHF raised funds for

outdoor fitness equipment stations located along the walking trail at Buddy Holly Lake on North University and Cesar Chavez Drive. "There are many health disparities, and many of the same families cannot afford to go to a gym, as such this will be free and accessible to the public year-round. This is one example of our dedication to strengthening families and why we are asking for support to reach our goal," she said. She added that they recognize that academically, children growing up in homes without books are on average three years behind children in homes with lots of books, even when controlled for other key factors. As such, their "Read to Lead, Read to Grow" Little Library Project are being placed to provide 24/7 access to books (and encourage a love of reading!) in areas where books are scarce. "As can be seen Los Hermanos Familia is an organization increasing the habitus for area families

by fostering an environment that offers them more exploration, and thus knowledge and life experiences." She said that donations can be made by visiting www.loshermanosfamilia.org until December 1, 2021. Step 1: Visit www.loshermanosfamili.org Step 2: Click under GIVE and select the #GivingTuesdayWTX tab Step 3: Click the Visit Our #GivingTuesday Page button Step 4: Click Donate Step 5: Select your amount, and fill out your card information *If you would like to donate via cash or check, please call (806) 7921212. Or, go to: https://cfwtx.salsalabs.org/givingtuesdaywtx21/p/ loshermanosfamilia/index.html Step 6: Please share with your friends on Facebook, and join us for our many activities. For more details about Los Hermanos Familia and their programming, please visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org

members in joint district meetings to learn more about the Master Plan. Districts 1 & 2: Wednesday, November 3, 2021, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Patterson Library, 1836 Parkway Drive Districts 3 & 4: Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. YWCA Lubbock, 6501 University Avenue Districts 5 & 6: Monday, Novem-

ber 15, 2021, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Westwind Elementary School, 6401 43rd Street The Parks and Recreation Department also invites the public to review the Master Plan on the project website, participate in the surveys and provide comments through November 30, 2021. All surveys can be found at www.lubbockparksplan.com

against the closing. In addition, a Facebook group called “Save Dupre Elementary 2021!” was also created as a way for the community to communicate and work together to sustain the school. The page said that if the public is interested in getting involved with the community, join the Facebook page to learn about upcoming meetings and events.

According to LISD, Students will have the choice to go to either Carmona-Harrison or Brown Elementary School. Further, Lubbock ISD has said no staff members will be in danger of losing their jobs after the school closes. Dupre Elementary was originally built in 1927 and is the oldest school in Lubbock today.

City Invites Public to District Meetings Regarding Parks Master Plan

he City of Lubbock Parks T and Recreation Department is in the process of developing

the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan. The Master Plan will guide the development and operation of parks, aquatic and sports facilities, community centers, and recreation programs in the City over the next 10 years. Lubbock Parks and Recreation invites citizens to join City Council

Community Pleas to Save Dupre Elementary

BY: BARRETT BERGEZ (INTERN) FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

ubbock ISD announced midL October that Dupre Elementary School would be closing at the end

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of the school year because of a lack of enrollment. As a result, many parents, former staff, and community organizations such as Lubbock Compact and LULAC have stepped up to rally

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Memorials

GUSTAVO LIMON, 70, of Lubbock passed away from this life on October 4, 2021. He was born March 31,1951, in Laredo, Texas to Antonio and Celia (Ramos) Limon. Gustavo served his country in the Marine Corps. He enjoyed traveling, riding his Harley Davidson and especially family gatherings. He will be remembered as being fun loving and always helping others. He loved his wife and family dearly. He loved taking pictures. Gustavo was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Celia Limon; wife Rose; and brothers, Antonio Limon, Hugo Limon, and Abel Limon. He is survived by his children: Christopher, Anthony, Brandy and Andres; his granddaughter Tammy Limon; his brothers, Gilbert Limon, Leonel Limon, and Mark A. Limon; sisters, Corina Limon, Christina (Bernardo) Pauda, and Juliana Ybarra; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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

PASCUAL PACHECO NEGRETE, 86, entered into eternal rest on October 15, 2021. Born in Mexico on April 20, 1935, to the late Luis Negrete and Maria Pacheco; he now reunites with his parents, wife of 47 years Mary Negrete, granddaughter Delicia Mendez, and his 7 siblings. Pascual lived life to the fullest and enjoyed watching sports, especially football and baseball; he loved to travel and enjoyed his retirement traveling, and his most memorable times were spent with his family which he loved and adored. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his children: Virginia Martell (Jesse), Petra Arroyo (Rafael), Peter Negrete, Eddie Negrete, David Negrete (Lucy); 14 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, 10 greatgreat-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

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MARK JESUS DAVILA, 42, went to his eternal home October 3, 2021. He was born October 19, 1978, to Jesus S. Davila and Diana M. Reyna. He was graduate of Coronado High School and attended Eastfield College in Dallas, Texas. As a skilled mechanic and handyman, there was nothing he could not fix. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother Diana M. Reyna, his father Jesus S. Davila and wife Emma de Davila, his daughter Izzabella Davila, his siblings Meesha Mannem, Steve Villarreal, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends that loved him dearly. Mark is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Eugene and Oralia Martinez, his paternal grandmother Leonisa Davila; his stepfather Francisco Reyna, his uncle Ygnacio Davila, and his cousin Sylvester Davila III.

JOHNNIE RAY LANDEROS, 62, went to his eternal home October 22, 2021. He was born July 12, 1959, to Mariano and Maria Landeros. He was a graduate of Lubbock High School and the manager of J&M Bar-B-Q. Johnnie was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He had a passion for grilling and loved to spend time with his family. Those left to cherish his memory are his three sons Noel Landeros, Jeromy Landeros, and Jacob Landeros, his daughter Jessica Landeros and 10 grandchildren. Johnnie is preceded in death by his father Mariano Landeros and his mother Maria Landeros.

MICHELLE G. VELA, 50, went to her eternal home October 9, 2021. She was born August 22, 1971, to Daniel and Eva Garcia. She married Johnny Vela on August 12, 1989, and they shared 32 years together. Michelle was a member of Fresca Uncion Church of Floydada and a compassionate caregiver at Caprock Home Health. Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Johnny Vela; her children Jasmine, Johnny Daniel and Joshua; her brother Alfred Garcia of Austin, and her mother-in-law Dominga Irlas; her sistersin-law Gloria Balsandva, Sonia Guerrero, Terry Castaneda, Melissa Teague, Lisa Vela, and Yvonne Barientes; her brothersin-law Israel Irlas, David Vela, Jr., Michael Vela, and Joseph Vela. Michelle is preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Eva Garcia, and her siblings Ruth Williams, Josephine Gallardo, Eva Flores, Daniel Garcia, and Ezequiel Garcia.

JUAN ORTIZ, 85, a proud and loving brother and uncle passed peacefully on Oct 17, 2021. He was born in Knippa, Texas, on March 30, 1936. He was a Veteran who served the Army and fought in the Korean War. He worked for the US Postal Office for 30 years, as a mail carrier. Juan is preceded in death by his parents, Francisco and Josefa Ortiz, brothers and sisters, Victor Ortiz, Ofelia Ortiz Hernandez, Susie Ortiz Olivarez, Tina Ortiz Torres and husband Pete, and Gilbert Ortiz and wife Linda and Manuel Gomez (brother-in-law). He is survived by his lifelong companion Ofelia Hinojosa, and two brothers Ray Ortiz and wife Abigail, Joe Ortiz, and wife Lupe and two sisters Marina Ortiz Gomez and Mary Ortiz Villarreal and husband Bill and brothers-in-law Lalo Olivarez and Frank Hernandez. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

BENINA RODRIGUEZ GARCIA, 86, of Lubbock went to be with the Lord October 17, 2021. She was born February 13, 1935, in Welder, Texas to the late Donocio and Crescencia Rodriguez. On October 15, 1962, she married Pio Ramirez Garcia in Slaton, Texas. She was a hard-working presser for numerous years at a local cleaners. Benina, enjoyed crocheting, dancing, sewing, making clothes for her children, and keeping a very clean home. Her family will always remember how she was very humble and had the purest heart. They will always remember the love she had for them and cherish the memories they have with her. She is preceded in death by her parents Donocio and Crescencia Rodriguez and by her brothers and sisters Pedro, Launcia, Amalia, Rafalia and Pedro “Chico” II. DANIEL R. GARCIA went to his eternal home October 12, 2021, at the age of 62. He was born November 22, 1958, to Jose and Rosa Garcia in Lamesa, TX. He married Sylvia Montoya and had four children. Daniel was a truck driver and will be remembered for being a loving father and grandfather. Those left to cherish his memory are his two sons Jonathan Jacob Garcia of Houston and Daniel Garcia, Jr. of Lubbock; his two daughters Janie Nicole Garcia of Lubbock and Teresa Garcia of Lamesa; one sister Josie Uresti; and nine grandchildren. Daniel is preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

LUPE MONTALVO, 88, went to her eternal home October 1, 2021. She was born August 30, 1933, in San Antonio, TX. She married Eustacio Montalvo, and they shared 51 years together. She was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and a loving housewife. Those left to cherish her memory are Juan Montalvo, Lily Jaramillo, Raymon Montalvo, Mary Lou Montalvo, Mary Anne Palmertree, Veronica Garcia, Michael Montalvo, and Gene Montalvo. Lupe is preceded in death by her husband Eustacio Montalvo, Paula Maldonado, Victor Montalvo, Ruben Montalvo, Susie Montalvo, Patricia Montalvo, and David Montalvo. Lupe has 31 grandchildren, 64 greatgrandchildren, and 18 great-great-grandchildren. ELENA GARSES, 58, left this world and entered the next from her home on October 21, 2021. She was born August 9, 1963, in Crosbyton, TX to Eliseo and Frances Salas. She married Andres Garses on November 23, 1986, and they shared 37 years together. She was a graduate of Crosbyton High School, a wonderful wife, mother, caregiver, homemaker, and boss and was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Those left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband, Andres Garses, her children, Amanda and Andrew Galvan, Cassandra Garses, Andres Garses, Jr., and Adrian Garses, her seven grandchildren; and her siblings Eva Guzman, Dan Salas, Eloy Salas, John Salas, Felix Salas, Chico Salas, and her mother Frances Salas.

In Honor of Our Brothers Gonzalo Garcia Jr. & Felipe Garcia

Our brothers live w i t h us in memory since their passing one year ago. Before our eyes Gonzalo grew weaker in health but never in faith. Felipe fought to live until God took him away Never shall their memories fade. Take care of our sister Nina. We love you all and miss you painfully. Vern, Frank, and Susie

In Remembrance of Alcario "Chayo" & Mary Lou "La Guera" Garcia

Mom & Dad, ¡Te extrañamos! No pasa un día sin ti en nuestros pensamientos y en nuestros corazones. Always in our hearts, Tu familia - tus hijos, Marina, Suzy, Socorro, Alcario Jr., Mary Lou, and Ismael

Memorial Anniversary of

I D Ramos

November 26, 2020

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

LILLIA P. QUEZADA, 61, went to her eternal home on October 14, 2021, at the age of 61. She was born July 8, 1960, in Lubbock, TX to Francisco and Rosa Perez. Lillia was a member of Victory Christian Center and a stay-at-home mother. Those left to cherish her memory are Edward and Regina Perez, Lupe and Adrianna Quezada, Rosa and Freddie, Steve and Nicki Quezada, 20 grandchildren, one great-grandbaby and one great-grandbaby on the way. Lillia is preceded in death by her parents Francisco and Rosa Perez, her husband Guadalupe Quezada, and her brother Francisco Perez, Jr.

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Can't believe it's going on a year since our father passed away. He will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten. He is the foundation of our family. Love you dad.

November Prayer O LORD God Almighty, my Abba Father and loving Shepherd, strengthen me with your might and grace so that I can withstand the attacks and temptations of the evil one. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen. “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” ~ Ephesians 6:10

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Preparing for Día de Acción de Gracias Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 26

Make a Personalized Turkey Card

It’s easy so give it a try. Here is a sample of what it looks like. Here's what you'll need: 1) Construction Paper (Multi-Colored, Including Brown) 2) Glue Stick 3) Child-Safe Scissors 4) Pencil/or Crayon 5) Black Marker First, trace your hand on a piece of brown construction paper. Cut out the traced handprint to form the turkey body. Next, trace multi-colored paper, cut out, and then glue onto the front, or in between the existing brown traced fingers. Cutout a yellow beak, red beard, and a wing and glue to the body. Using the black marker color in the eye. You can add names and use as a place card.

Thanksgiving Reading Here's a great children's book called, "Where is my Turkey. Donde esta mi pavo" (Bilingual - English & Spanish). Also, access a FREE DIGITAL LIBRARY for all students brought to you by myON with Latino Lubbock Magazine, and Los Hermanos Familia. This is a free online digital library! Thousands of online digital books in English and Spanish can be accessed for FREE. Here's what to do: Step 1: Go to: www.myon.com/library/browse.html Step 2: Enter School Name: Read to Grow Step 3: Enter Username: latinolubbock Step 4: Enter Password: myon Step 5 : Browse and enjoy thousands of digital books and "read to grow!"

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