Latino Lubbock Magazine Volume 16, Issue 3, March/marzo 2022 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 16, Issue 3, March/marzo 2022

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“The Latino experience is American history, and I want to make sure our story will be preserved for future generations. This museum will celebrate Latino accomplishments and resiliency through powerful stories that capture the adversity faced over centuries by Latinos in the U.S. and their perseverance to move forward and create a legacy” ~ Jorge Zamanillo, named by the Smithsonian Institution as the founding director of the upcoming National Museum of the American Latino. The opening could take could take about eight to 12 years to happen due to funding.

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

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Billy Smith 3/1 Casey Gonzales 3/2 Nancy Fish 3/2 Steve Zapata 3/2 Amanda Beltran 3/2 Casiano (Casey) Gonzales 3/2 Donna Flores 3/2 Dominic J Salinas 3/2 Mary Garcia 3/2 Melissa Johnson 3/2 J.R. Castilleja 3/3 Albert Cavazos KOC 3/3 Irene Wheat 3/3 Edmond Turner 3/3 Toni Price 3/3 Kim Mansion 3/3 Julia Casas 3/3 Jacob Hernandez 3/3 Andrew Castilleja 3/3 Kalie Santiago 3/3 Jacob Bocanegra 3/3 Kimberly Salinas 3/3 Jessica Diaz 3/4 Rebecca Champion 3/4 Charlie Rodriguez 3/4 Greg Sanchez 3/5 Nathynial Garza 3/5 Victor Olivarez 3/6 Patricia Ybarra 3/6 Chloe Vasquez 3/6 Crystal Lomas 3/6 Dylan Martinez 3/7 George Sulaica 3/7 Marcus Garza 3/7 Victoria Loera Esquibel 3/7 Phillip Bustillos 3/7 Abigail Jefferies 3/7 Bethany R. Cortinas 3/7 Justin Samuel Sanchez 3/7 Marina Garcia 3/8 Kevin Bustillos 3/8 Julian Escamilla 3/8 Leticia L. De Larrosa 3/8 Justin Cole Martinez 3/8 Alice Day Huey 3/8 Juanita Lujan 3/8 Letticia Martinez 3/8 Monsignor Ben Kasteel 3/8 Guadalupe Cruz KOC 3/9 Joe L Beltran 3/9 Paul A Beltran 3/9 Rosalinda Portillo 3/9 Destiny Alvarado 3/9 Philip Bustillos 3/9 Eric Z. Madrigal 3/9 Belen Nunez 3/10 Joshua Garcia 3/10 Michael Piseno 3/10 Alexzandra Cristan 3/11 Deacon Juan Cavazos 3/11 Joseph Ortiz 3/11 Betty Rodriguez 3/12 Samantha Lee 3/12 Michael A. De Larrosa 3/12 Antonio Calzadias 3/12 Meliza Martinez 3/12 Vicky Osornio 3/12 Ronnie Montez 3/13 Paul Olivarez 3/13 Gabrielle Solia Castillo 3/13 Maya Diaz 3/13 Michael Reyes 3/13 Stephen Salazar 3/13 Beatrice Rodela 3/14

Flavia Puente 3/14 Anisa Beltran 3/14 Sara Placencia 3/14 John Benitez 3/15 Tabithia Cantu Bryan 3/15 Liliana Mendez 3/15 Miranda Rodriguez 3/15 Tabitha Cantu Bryan 3/15 Jessica Coronado 3/15 C.V. Rodriguez Garcia 3/16 Ashley Michelle Castilleja 3/16 Arnold Gonzales 3/16 Minga Gaytan 3/16 Guadalupe Carrillo KOC 3/17 Lillie Martinez 3/17 Shirley Rena 3/17 Marky Calzadias 3/17 Jaramya Montez 3/17 Alexus Briones 3/17 Juanita Briseno 3/17 Lorena Vidales Gutierrez 3/17 Amelia Guzman 3/18 Amanda Hernandez 3/18 Dorothy Tavarez 3/18 Daniel Ryan Martinez 3/18 Josephine Lovato 3/19 Eddie Garcia 3/19 Pamela Barrera 3/19 Ofelia Gonzalez 3/20 Jessica Phasana 3/20 David Castro 3/20 Juan Carlos Flores 3/20 Father Ernesto Lopez 3/20 Benito Mojica 3/21 Jennifer Vidaurre 3/21 Fred Montez 3/21 Margie Olivarez 3/21 Myah Marie Santoyo 3/22 Juan O. Martinez 3/22 Lillian Garcia 3/22 Angelina Servin 3/22 Jamie R. Madrigal 3/22 Alicia Alvarez 3/23 Maria del Carmen Cavazos 3/23 Jesse Castilleja 3/23 Andrew Almaraz 3/24 Josie Fernandez 3/24 Juan Gabriel Castillo 3/24 Carlos Casarez 3/24 Gilbert Carrizales 3/24 Odilia Garza 3/24 Issaih Delgado 3/24 Matt Gerber 3/24 Jose J. Martinez 3/25 Mary Alvarez 3/25 J.J. Juan Jose Luera Urrutia 3/25 Nora M. Marquez 3/25 Jayden Brody Cavazos 3/25 Xavier Rodriguez 3/25 Nevaeh Angel Perez 3/25 Elias Ghandour KOC 3/26 Janie Llanas 3/26 Ian DeAnda 3/27 Cydnie Fernandez 3/27 Daniel Bocanegra 3/27 Larkin Martinez 3/27 Debby Castilleja Alaniz 3/28 Jeremiah Ramirez 3/28 London Gracie Dixon 3/29 Monica Cantu 3/29 Jason Garza 3/29 Janice Robles 3/29 Timothy J Santiago KOC 3/30 Mary Salinas 3/30 Donna Pugh 3/30 Carylon Veretto 3/31

On the Cover "Empowered Women Empower Women"

For the first time in 16 years, our publisher Christy is appearing on our Women's History Month Issue! For the photo, Christy wore a sweatshirt gifted to her by her sister JoAnn, who is a small business owner and has been inspired by her. Christy believes that celebrating Women's History Month reminds us of the accomplishments of all women throughout the years to our culture and society. From science to politics, it’s a chance to reflect on the trailblazing women who lead the way for change. This issue is a staple in the publication and has showcased many Latinas and local women who have paved the way for others, as well as our mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, daughters, amigas, and other women committed to the celebration and empowerment of others. ¡Que vivan las mujeres!

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Word from the Publisher Political Opportunity/Business Health/Salud Stories About Women 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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Coach Edward Hernandez Manuel Posadas Martin Rivera Henry Castellano Tony Escamilla Rebecca Bustamante

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Daylight Savings Dear Readers,Querídos lectores... Time to Spring Forward March 13 A

s we embark on the month of March, we can look forward to spring! March also marks the beginning of Women’s History Month. I’m so proud to be part of such a sisterhood! No doubt that empowered women empower women. As many of you know, I’ve never been on the cover of my own publication. When my sister Jo Ann a small business owner and single mother who has worked hard everyday gave me a sweatshirt that dawned that catchphrase I decided to wear it and let it speak for itself. Although I’d rather showcase others or share art and designs that reflect the Latino culture, I’ve been blessed to have so many women in my life who helped to empower me, so I wanted to say, “Thank you y mil gracias!” Like you there have been so many women who have inspired me everyday - starting with my mother who is creative, smart, beautiful, and tenacious! The epitome of it all is on March 4, International Women’s Day that has recognized women for overcoming adversity and the challenges of those in leadership not always committed to the needs of women. International Women’s Day started in New York City in February 1908, when thousands of women protested unfair working conditions in the garment industry. Much like today, women are still fighting to break the glass ceiling. Way to go ladies! Before the pandemic, Latinas were joining the workforce in large numbers for decades — an influx that helped fuel economic growth. And some Latinas started their own businesses or found other ways to be productive, outside the regular workforce. In fact, Hispanic women-owned businesses have grown at a rate of 172 percent! As such, invest in a Latina-owned business, and thus we help our economy and the state of families in our community and across the country. When Latino Lubbock Magazine completed 15 years in 2021, I had planned to hold a Quinceañera and invite the community to join us and celebrate this significant milestone. Unfortunately, COVID-19 halted and changed our plans. Nevertheless, we achieved our coming of age. And the pandemic tested us and somehow propelled our maturity and made us even more ready to assume family and social responsibilities as we achieved our 16th year! As the founder of Latino Lubbock Magazine, I feel blessed to continue to be able to publish our publication despite the pandemic and all the challenges it brought on! But as we can see the silver lining, we can truly embrace celebrating our Sweet 16! My commitment is to empower the entire Latino community and community at large, and we hope that you will be inspired as you read our publication and the stories of various individuals in various roles they play in our community. Latino Lubbock Magazine has grown with you and with our community and takes pride knowing that we can continue providing Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective! The message of first God, then family, and to never, never forget my community was instilled in me by my grandfather who reminded me to never forget where I came from. Our publication is proof that we never have. Sometimes we get calls and emails from folks that share information for our newspaper. Sometimes it's factual, sometimes not. We do our best to avoid or silence stories that are untrue and strive to live up to our moral obligation to diffuse or put off gossip and share facts. And I take pride knowing that our publication is positive and filled with factual resources and objective news. My take is that gossip stops when you use your brain first and mouth second. Thank you again for being a part of our success! In this month's issue we include information about Lent, as well as well as reminders about colonoscopies, that March is also the Month of the Family, details about the Cesar Chavez Day of Service and so much more. We've also got two great opinion pieces and something for everyone. Don’t forget you can find us on stands, and, online at www.latinolubbock.net also check out our social media pages for up-to-the-minute updates. Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to our community. Thank you for your support and for reading Latino Lubbock Magazine. We are grateful to be 100,000 readers strong and appreciate our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Till next month, thank you for your support and may God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo siempre! ¡ ¡Feliz mes de la historia de la mujer! Happy Women's History Month! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist Latino Lubbock Magazine "Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective"

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any people in North M America and the United Kingdom (UK) use

the term “spring forward” and “fall back” when they refer to the Daylight Saving Time (DST). This is mainly due to the fact that DST occurs in the spring season and ends in the fall (or autumn) season in the northern hemisphere, where the United States (USA) is located. The term “to spring forward” refers to when people set the clocks one hour forward, marking the start of DST. It is a term that is

easy to remember for many people. This is because the DST start date coincides with the spring season. It is the time of the year when the days begin to have longer hours of sunlight after the winter’s end, in addition DST, which brings forth an extra hour of daylight in the afternoons or evenings. This year daylight saving time starts on the second Sunday of March, March 13, 2022 and begins at 2 a.m. So don't forget to spring forward and change your clocks.

2022 Adelante Awards Calling for Nominations os HermaL nos Familia (LHF) of Lub-

bock is now accepting nominations for the 6th Annual “Adelante Awards,” a recognition program that will showcase and honor Hispanic men in the Lubbock and surrounding community, who excel in their careers and volunteer efforts. Thirteen individuals will be selected in the following categories: Education, Medical, Business Owner, Professional, First Responder, Military/Veteran, Church, Civic/Volunteer, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Athlete/ Athletics Supporter, College Young Adult, and Youth. In addition, a Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has continuously paved the trail for others. Members of the community can submit a nomination for an individual in the respective category, and an independent, anonymous panel of judges will determine the recipients. The Adelante Awards Gala is LHF's largest fundraiser and benefits many of its programs. And this year's gala theme will be in coordination with the day of the child, day of the book observance that is part of the literacy efforts of Los Hermanos Familia. They invite the public to consider nominating individuals from their organization, business, work-

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place, or church communities whom they believe deserve such recognition. Online nominations can be made at www.loshermanosfamilia.org. To be a sponsor or for ticket information, please contact (806) 792-1212, or visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org.

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Opinion/opinión Community & Event Brieflies BGC OUTBACK STEAK DINNER Join the Boys & Girls Clubs for the annual dinner featuring Dallas Cowboy & Hall of Famer - DREW PEARSON! Get your tickets for March 8th at 6:30 p.m., by contacting (806)792-2880 33RD ANNUAL MAYORS’ BEANS & CORNBREAD LUNCHEON Hospice of Lubbock’s largest fundraiser returns to celebrate its 33rd year from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022. This year’s fundraiser will once again be a drive-thru event at the YWCA on 66th & University. For just $20, each guest will receive a full plate of beans and cornbread, along with all the fixings. NEW NEIGHBORS CLUB OF LUBBOCK will hold its March Meeting and Luncheon on Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Lubbock Women's Club, 2020 Broadway. Cost of the lunch is $18 and reservations are required at least 3 days prior to the luncheon. Please make your reservations with Virginia at 806/781-4653 or vysasaga@gmail.com. CATHOLIC CHARITIES ASSISTANCE Apply for direct assistance programs online. Currently limiting the number of forms accepted each week to continue to respond in a timely manner. Form reopens each Monday by 9 a.m. Apply at cclubbock.org/intake-form FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, 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. FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visitlanwt. org for more info. 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.

Lubbock LGBTQ Community Asks for Accountability & Acknowledgment

he Murder of 21-year-old Cypress T Ramos on February 12th in a Lubbock storage unit brings a serious

issue into our own backyard. Cypress, who was part of the LQBTQ community and identified as female, is yet another victim of the disproportionate violence that the LGBTQ community faces. Transgender people are more than 4 times as likely to be the victim of a violent crime than a cisgender person. While local law enforcement has stated that there is no indication that this murder can be identified as a hate crime at this time, I would implore them to continue to thoroughly investigate this senseless act until this can be confirmed without a doubt. The victims of these violent crimes are often killed by friends, acquaintances, and partners; the seemingly friendly nature of the relationship does not necessarily negate the fact that it couldn’t be a hate crime. Some cases have a clear bias and can easily be identified as hate crimes. Other cases merely reflect the risks that transgender and gender non-conforming people are often forced to deal with because of the barriers that are placed in the way of them being able to live life as

who they truly are, such as with 57% of the deaths in poverty, homelessness, Texas being Black, 29% unemployment, and worstbeing Latinx, and 14% case scenarios such as selfWhite. As far as gender goes, medicating with drugs and 93% of the deaths in Texas alcohol, or even survival sex were transgender people, work due to being shunned with 7% being non-binary, from family and society with all but one victim being in general. This should in the 20-30 age range. The still fall under a biased total number of transgender crime, maybe not by the and gender non-conforming specific individual, but by deaths is also likely higher the societal environment. than reported because Since 2013, The Human many cases go completely R.I.P. Rights Campaign has CYPRESS RAMOS unreported, or the victim is compiled confirmed cases misgendered at the time of of fatal violence against transgender the crime. In Texas from 2017-to 2020 and gender non-conforming people in both the police and the media initially the United States. The numbers have misgendered the victim 65% of the time, been escalating, with 2021 being the making it difficult to track. highest year on record yet, with at least Texas is known for the often50 deaths of transgender and gender insurmountable barriers that are placed non-conforming people. Nationwide, on transgender and non-binary citizens, there has been a noticeable rise in with many often put in place by the fatal violence in the South with Texas state legislature. 2021 was a record being a leading state in such violence, year for anti-transgender legislation having more than 5 deaths on record. introduced by “representatives” of the Ten percent of all U.S. transgender and state. Laws essentially trying to erase gender non-conforming violent deaths transgender existence, stripping away have come from the state of Texas. their bodily autonomy and intending Race also plays a factor in these deaths, to ban them from using bathrooms and

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We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, o r email them to news@latinolubbock.net. Please include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words, depending on space availability, some longer will be included. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock Magazine. FOR THE PARTNERSHIP Thank you for partnering up with us on so many projects! Your service to the community is amazing!! Best wishes for a wonderful 2022! Sincerely, Carol Alonzo Catholic Charities

You do such a great job! Keep up the good work. God Bless You, Janie Flores BEAUTIFUL MEMORIAL Thank you for the beautiful memorial of my wife Brenda DeLara. It was really nice. Brenda always enjoyed her visits with you. Thank You Again, Sammy DeLara LATINO LUBBOCK IS A JEWEL What a nice surprise to have the unique interpretation of the holiday December and January covers. Only someone who truly understands and lives the Hispanic experience could bring those symbols and pictures to life. THANK YOU! Latino Lubbock is a jewel of this community and my family that visited us from Houston were impressed as well.

Nick Harpster, Advocacy Coordinator of LubbockPRIDE & Chair of the Community Engagement Task Force.

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Again, mil gracias! La familia Torrez

playing sports, do absolutely nothing to help reduce the stigma that is already a burden placed firmly on the backs of transgender and gender non-conforming people. Now we see a push to ban certain books from schools, most of them being books with characters of people of color and/or members of the LGBTQ community. Once again denying youth the opportunity to read real-life stories about people like them. It is far from time for Texas to step up to the plate and become the leader that they always claim to be. It’s not enough to be a leader in business and the economy, it’s much more important to be a leader in humanity and basic human decency. Lubbock also has a strong LGBTQ community that the City can call upon to help make sure we are doing what is needed to provide a safe and equitable environment for the LGBTQ community that calls Lubbock home. In solidarity with the Lubbock LGBTQ community and in remembrance of Cypress Ramos.

César E. Chávez

March & Day of Service

Sat., March 26, 2022 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• People’s Honor March will begin at Cavazos Middle School to Buddy Holly Lake off Cesar E. Chavez Drive & N. University. Park car at Buddy Holly Lake, shuttle will transport starting at 12 p.m. to Cavazos Middle School where the march starts. • March will end at Buddy Holly Lake, followed by a clean up effort at the HealthBeat Equipment. Brings gloves. • 2022 Theme: "Service Above Self" • Please wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen. • Groups asked to bring banners, wear Presented by group t-shirts. • Senior citizens can ride behind walkers. • All welcome! For additional information please call (806) 792-1212, or email christymartinez@latinolubbock.net

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Politics/ política

City Shares Final List of

Candidates for General Election

he filing period for a place on T the City of Lubbock General Election ballot ended February

18th, at 5 p.m. The City Secretary released the following list of City candidates for mayor and city council districts. (Candidates, below, are listed in order of filing): Mayor: Tray Payne, Adam

Hernandez, Gulrez “Gus” Khan, Stephen Sanders, Epifanio M. Garza. District 1:Pat Kelly, Christy Martinez District 3: Mark McBrayer District 5: Bill Felton, Chase Head, Randy Christian, Jennifer Wilson, M.D., Keri Thomas

General Election Voting Dates he last day to register to vote for the Cities and T Schools-General and Special Elections is Thursday, April 7, 2022.

Early Voting will begin Monday, April 25, 2022, through Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The last day to apply for a Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked): is Tuesday, April 26, 2022. And, Election Day will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022. All early polling locations on the dates, times, and locations can be found at www.votelubbock.org

Fechas de votación de las elecciones generales

l último día para registrarse E para votar en las Elecciones Generales y Especiales de Ciudades y Escuelas es el jueves 7 de abril de 2022. La votación anticipada comenzará el lunes 25 de abril de 2022 hasta el martes 3 de mayo de 2022. El último día para solicitar

una boleta por correo (recibida, sin matasellos): es el martes 26 de abril de 2022. Y el día de las elecciones será celebrada el sábado 7 de mayo de 2022. Todos los sitios de votación adelantada en las fechas, horarios y localidades que se listan a www. votelubbock.org

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As Many as 1 in 10 Midterm Voters Will be Latino, Says NALEO

BY SUZANNE GAMBOA

atino voter turnout in this L year's midterms should mirror the historic participation in 2018,

with about 11.6 million Hispanics voting in congressional and state elections, a Latino group estimated Thursday. Of 11 battleground states, three — Arizona, Nevada and Colorado — should see a jump in their Hispanic turnout, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials Educational Fund projected. Arizona will see a 9.6 percent increase in Latino voters; in Colorado, the jump should be 8.9 percent, and in Nevada, 5.8 percent, according to NALEO’s analysis. But two, Texas and New Mexico, could see drops. "In 2022, Latino voters will once again be a decisive element of the national electorate with 1 out of 10 Latinos being voters," Arturo Vargas, the group's CEO, said. The national non-Hispanic vote is projected to decrease by 3.8 percent, he said. The share of Hispanics who

vote in the midterms is likely to be smaller than in 2018, because there’s been an increase in the number of Latinos who are eligible to vote. Rosalind Gold, NALEO’s chief public policy officer, said Texas saw a jump in Hispanic voters in 2018. But without substantial Latino outreach and other factors, the state may not reach the levels of 2018, and turnout may fall about 6.4 percent. The same would be true for New Mexico; it could see a 9.8 percent drop, although Latinos should be about a third of its electorate, Vargas said. Turnout estimates are based on objective factors and don't take into account the pandemic, candidate investment in Latino voters and changes in voting laws. "We want to be proved wrong, we see these numbers as a floor," Vargas said. The 2018 midterm elections saw a 71.4 percent increase in Latino votes from 2014, when about 6.8 million Hispanics cast their ballots. An estimated 32 million U.S. Latinos were eligible to vote

in 2020. Each year, hundreds of thousands of Latino U.S. citizens turn 18, becoming eligible to vote. However, about half of Hispanics who are eligible don’t vote. “Despite this growth, there is clearly still more work to do in many parts of the country to help Latinos reach their full political potential,” Vargas stated. Traditionally, the party of the president does poorly in the midterms. President Joe Biden is a Democrat. Republicans have been hoping to see Hispanic voter support similar to that seen by then-President Donald Trump in 2020, who overperformed with the Latino electorate, especially in some states such as Texas and Florida.

Aurora Chaides-Hernandez Running for Re-Election for Precinct 3 Judge urora A Chaides-

Hernández, BSN, RN, JD (Democratic Party) is running for re-election for the Precinct 3 judge of the Lubbock County Justice of the Peace Courts in Texas. She is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 1, 2022. She was appointed as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 in November of 1994 to fill an expired term of retiring Judge McKinley Sheppard. She won the election for the newly consolidated precincts that same November, then became Precinct 3. She was the first Hispanic/Latinx to hold a judicial position at any level for Lubbock

County. Chaides-Hernández currently represents one-quarter of Lubbock County, approximately 70,000 people. She represents the north, eastern, and central sections of Lubbock County which encompasses New Deal, Abernathy, and Idalou, Texas. Precinct 3 is comprised of 48.62% Latino, 20.67% African American, 28.81 % Caucasian, and 2% other). Judge Chaides-Hernández has experienced increases in the court’s jurisdiction from $5,000 to $10,000 and subsequently, quadrupled to $20,000 during her tenure. Additionally, because of the Worldwide Covid 19 Epidemic, Judge Chaides-Hernandez has had to implement 47 Texas Supreme Court Emergency Orders all the while keeping her office open to assist Lubbock County residents. She is passionate about the youth of the community and families. She is married to Desert Shield/

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Storm U.S. Army veteran (Captain) and former City Councilman for District 1, Victor Hernández, BBA, JD. Together they have raised a loving family (four children and four grandchildren, with a fifth grandchild on the way), instilling values of education, love, respect, loyalty, and service. They are members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church where she has served as a lector, an RCIA instructor, and Catechism educator. She is a member of the Knights and Ladies of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher, by recommendation of Bishop Placido Rodriguez, CMF and approved by the Pope. She enjoys swimming daily, reading, learning, and spending time with her family and remains passionate about education, the youth of the community, and families.

Christy Martinez Announces

Candidacy For District 1 City Council hristy Martinez C Garcia announced her candidacy for

election to represent District 1 for the Lubbock City Council. Martinez Garcia is currently the founder and owner of citywide publication Latino Lubbock Magazine. She grew up in the Arnett Benson neighborhood and is a graduate of Texas Tech University. Martinez Garcia says she believes in service above self and has remained connected to the needs of families in District 1, “she strives to offer solutions and secure resources including writing grants for public programs.” According to a release, Martinez Garcia “is committed to advocating for the district

to improve the city’s understanding and responsiveness to social inequities and to the needs of District 1 and the community at large.” Martinez Garcia says she plans to work with city departments, including the Lubbock Police, to continue their efforts of connecting with residents to work collectively to address issues. In addition, Martinez Garcia says she supports downtown growth and advocates for local businesses to improve the economic conditions of District 1. “My record of public service and my commitment to the community demonstrates I’ll be a better representative for district one. I know it,” Martinez Garcia said in her announcement. “I live it. I know you. And that, I think, makes all the difference-- I don’t show up when it’s political season, I’m there all the time.” To r e a d m o r e v i s i t w w w . christymartinezfordist1.com

Angelina Mojica Announces Candidacy for LISD Board of Trustees at Large ngelina Mojica, ’94 and Lubbock Christian University, she A has filed and holds a master’s degree in human services and intends to run for the specializes in the psychology of childhood

School Board Trustees at Large position. She is a member of the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, chair of the Building Strong Families Committee, and participates in several other non-profit committees with focus on the aid, support, and protection of children and families in the Lubbock community. A graduate of Lubbock High School class of

trauma and mental health. Angelina decided to run for the trustee position when the district decided to close Dupre Elementary without adequate communication or stakeholder input. As an invested advocate for the children, families, and teachers in the LISD school system, Angelina is passionate about the education and future of our children. “I believe the best way to change our future is to start now through the empowerment of teachers and families to empower the future of our children”.

Bethany Luna Announces Candidacy for LISD School Board of Trustees, Dist. 4 ethany Luna, has she has worked from a service perspective B announced her to provide support and resources to the candidacy for Lubbock community.

ISD School Board of Trustees, District 4. She is a a lifelong West Texan and a graduate of Texas Tech University. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Currently, she owns a private therapy practice in Lubbock. Throughout her career

Prior to starting her business, she worked for LISD in Early Childhood Intervention, as well as at The Bair Foundation where she specialized in helping children with severe behavioral concerns. "These roles have given me the unique experience to observe the Lubbock school systems first hand. This knowledge will aid me in being an advocate for students, staff, and parents and also help me fulfill my mission of providing accountable public service to our community."

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En Aquellos Días....

ebrero loco, marzo otro poco.” Parece que este dicho es verdad. Tengo dos hermanos que nacieron en el mes de marzo. Uno es muy serio y el otro poco loco. No voy a dar nombres, pero el mayor siempre ha sido más aparte. Mi mama decía que era porque ella tuvo un susto cuando estaba embarazada. Era el mes de enero y había nevado. Estaba frio solo que no trabajaron en la labor. Mi papa y dos amigos se fueron a buscar conejos. Tuvieron un accidente con la electricidad y se golpeo mi papa. Un amigo se quedo con él y el otro corrió para la casa para usar el teléfono. Al llegar a la casa, entro corriendo y le dice a mi mama, “Necesito el teléfono, la electricidad mato a Samuel.” Mi papa estuvo tres dias en el hospital y quedo bueno; solo le quedaron cicatrices. Al mes y medio, nació mi hermano. Mi otro hermano es otra historia. Siempre fue muy travieso cuando estaba chiquito. Mi mama decía que

había nacido con un tiente; el doctor decía que era nomas un niervo. Cuando empezó la escuela, estaba en la escuela católica en San Miguel. Las monjitas le hablaban y no les contestaba. Por fin le mandaron una carta a mi papa y mama que creían que tenía problemas con los sentidos. Le pusieron cita con un especialista de los sentidos. Los resultados: “tiene absolutamente nada con sus oídos.” Mi papa le pregunto qué porque les había dado a creer a las monjitas que tenia problemas y le dijo, “Nunca me preguntaron si las oía, nomas me hablaban más y más recio.” Otra vez le dijo a mi mama que, si no le daba una peseta para comprar algo en la tiendita de la escuela, todos iban a creer que éramos pobres. Lo que no sabía era que, si éramos pobres, pero nunca nos falto nada. 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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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Bilingual Financial Literacy Workshop

os Hermanos Familia (LHF) L is committed to the financial stability of individuals, and families.

As such, they will be holding their annual Bilingual Financial Literacy workshop in person, each Tuesday in April - the 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2022, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. “The goal is to build confidence and understanding of your personal finances and have a one-one opportunity to ask questions with presenters,” said Christy MartinezGarcia, President of Los Hermanos Familia. She said that event will be held in partnership with the KEY organization of Texas Tech and other presenters. They will hold the workshop series in English and Spanish. "We hope to help participants improve their financial future," she added. Some of the workshops will include the Basics of Banking that will provide a brief background of the role of a bank and the services that will be beneficial to the account holder. Credit Repair & Building will provide the basics of how to start repairing any bad credit, consolidate debt, consider small home loans for

repairs instead of credit card debt. In addition, how to apply for a mortgage and what you need to know before applying, the different programs offered for individuals, and down payment assistance programs. A special Wills, Trust, and Retirement workshop will offer the importance of having a will, and how to invest your money for retirement. The first workshop series will be held Wednesday, April 5th. Workshops will start at 5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd St., in Lubbock. Dinner will be provided. Childcare will not available. Prizes for attendance will be given. This year’s 2022 Corporate Sponsors include Lubbock National Bank, Platinum Sponsor who is celebrating 130 years in the banking industry; as well as Latino Lubbock Magazine who is committed to the financial independence of the community it serves; with special thanks to Our Lady of Guadalupe. To r e g i s t e r, v i s i t w w w. loshermanosfamilia.org/ bilingualfinancialliteracy. For more information, please contact (806)792-1212.

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Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates RURAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY GRANT from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help potential and existing businesses with fewer than 50 employees and less than $1 million in gross revenues in Crosby, Dickens, and Floyd counties. The grant supports technical assistance and handson training in topics ranging from industry research and developing a business plan to marketing and selling on the internet, disaster planning or even securing government contracts. Please contact Brandy Reed by calling (806) 745-3973 or by email to brandy.reed@ttu.edu TWIB FEBRUARY LUNCHEONFebruary 10, 11:30 am, at Skyviews Restaurant - 1901 University Ave. 6th Floor. Enjoy a buffet lunch for $15, while networking with like-minded business women! 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) 745-1637. LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For more info call (806) 834-7972 or toll free (800) 420-8037.

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ispanic-owned small H businesses have grown 34% and contributed $500B to the U.S.

economy over the last 10 years -- and show no signs of slowing down. Even with the growth and accelerating impact, Hispanic business owners face very real challenges. Over the past 10 years in the U.S., the number of Latino business owners grew 34%, compared to all business owner group of just 1%. Hispanic-owned businesses remain smaller than white-owned firms, earning only $1.2M in revenue compared to $2.3M brought in by white-owned businesses. Among the universe of Hispanic business-owners, only 16% convert their businesses from a self-employed business to an employer-based business. Non-Hispanics, however, have a conversion rate of 36%.

Among those that attempted to receive growth funding from a financial institution, 6.2% of Latino employer firms did not receive the requested funds, compared to 3.1% for non-minority-owned firms. SCORE remains dedicated to their mission of fostering vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education. With SCORE by your side, you don't have to go it alone. SCORE has helped countless Hispanic entrepreneurs find success in their small businesses. The information is available in English and Spanish, as are volunteers. Check out resources created especially for Hispanic business owners at www.score.org/hispanicentrepreneurs

ARPA Funds to Benefit Small Business & Nonprofits

n March 11, 2021, President O Joe Biden signed into law The American Rescue Plan Act

(ARPA) providing $1.9 Trillion in COVID-19 relief. The American Rescue Plan Act is aimed at helping small businesses and nonprofits who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lubbock County received $60 million of these funds and has earmarked at least $5 million for Lubbock area small businesses and another $5 million for nonprofit organizations. Area small businesses and nonprofit organizations may use funds to respond to the public health emergency or its negative economic impacts. These negative economic impacts can include lost revenue, employee retention, personal protective equipment (PPE), or generally any expense related to COVID-19 or the impacts of the shutdown. Certain neighborhoods and populations disproportionately

impacted are given priority for the issuance of these funds. To learn if you have qualified expenses or are located in a priority neighborhood or community contact the ARPA team at The Local CFO. They are working with Lubbock County to develop a new application and extended application period to distribute these funds this summer. You can contact them at: info@ thelocalcfo.com or by phone at: (806)224-1615 or visit their office at: 6609 Toledo Ave, Suite #2. Se Habla español.

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Wellness/ bienestar Noticias de salud/ Health News FREE COVID-19 VACCINES, BOOSTERS The City of Lubbock Public Health Department is offering booster shots for all available COVID-19 vaccines will be by appointment only at the health department. They’ll be offering FREE COVID-19 vaccines (ages 5+), boosters, flu shot and regular immunizations. Please call the City of Lubbock Public Health Department at 806-775-2933.

5 Tips to Stay Healthy

5 consejos para mantenerse saludable 1. Exercise Regularly. Staying physically fit improves cardiovascular and muscular health and helps fight disease. ... 2. Eat Right. 3. Get Enough Sleep. 4. Protect Yourself From COVID-19 and the Flu. 5. Stick to Your Plan.

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1. Hacer ejercicio regularmente. Mantenerse en buena forma física mejora la salud cardiovascular y muscular y ayuda a combatir enfermedades. Come bien. Dormir lo suficiente. Protéjase del COVID-19 y la gripe. Cíñete a tu plan.

Clean Hands Save Lives

eeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. It is best to wash your hands with soap and clean running water for 20 seconds. Need a timer? Imagine singing “Happy

Birthday” twice through to a friend! However, if soap and clean water are not available, use an alcohol-based product to clean your hands. Alcohol-based hand rubs significantly reduce the number of germs on skin and are fast acting.

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SOUTH PLAINS FOOD BANK To receive a food box from SPFB, you still need to qualify through one of our partnering agencies and receive a voucher. You can call 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas. org to find a local agency that is giving our vouchers. Citizens are still required to bring all documentation needed to see if you qualify.

March Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

n March - National ColorecI- protect tal Cancer Awareness Month yourself and your loved

ones against this highly preventable disease. Colon, or colorectal, cancer kills an estimated 2,300 Hispanics yearly. Talk to your doctor: Starting at age 50, men and women generally should undergo routine screen-

ing. Between screenings, check with your physician if you experience abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, or blood in the stool, some common symptoms, for more than two weeks. And refrain from smoking or excessive use of alcohol. Studies suggest both may be linked to colon cancer.

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n marzo - mes nacional de E la concientización sobre el cáncer colorectal - protéjase y

proteja a sus seres queridos contra esta enfermedad que se puede detectar con anticipación. Se calcula que este tipo de cáncer, provoca la muerte de 2,300 hispanos al año. Comience por hablar con su médico: generalmente a partir de los 50 años, tanto varones como mujeres deberían someterse a exámenes médicos rutinarios. Si

durante estos controles, experimenta malestar estomacal o intestinal, constipación, diarrea u observa sangre en sus deposiciones algunos síntomas comunes de la enfermedad, durante más de dos semanas, consulte a su médico. Absténgase de fumar y de tomar alcohol en exceso, ya que estudios realizados sugieren que tanto el tabaco como el alcohol, pueden estar relacionados con el cáncer de colon.

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antener las manos limpias es M uno de los pasos más importantes que podemos tomar para

evitar enfermarnos y transmitir los gérmenes a otras personas. Lo mejor es lavarse las manos con agua corriente limpia y jabón por 20 segundos. ¿Necesita un cronómetro? Imagínese cantar "Feliz Cumpleaños" dos veces a través

de un amigo! Sin embargo, si el agua limpia y jabón no están disponibles, utilice un producto a base de alcohol para limpiarse las manos. Manos a base de alcohol para frotar a reducir significativamente el número de gérmenes en la piel y son de acción rápida.

Vive tu vida, Get Up Get Moving!

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. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Family Guidance & Outreach Center provides free anger management classes and parenting classes. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. Visit us online: www.familyguidancecenterlubbock. 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.

Health/ salud

The Doc or Is In Your Daily Nutrition H

ow we approach nutrition is often the product of our upbringing and sometimes that is not a good thing. The Hispanic community consistently has higher-than-average obesity rates, which increase the risk for many diseases. Don’t lose your battle with the bulge. Save Calories by substituting small decisions made at the grocery store, in front of the fridge, and in a restaurant can make a big difference in your health. Nutrition experts say that simple substitutions in your diet can subtract thousands of calories and help prevent high cholesterol, elevated blood pressure, and diabetes.

Microwaving instead of frying plantains, for example, can eliminate 120 calories a piece plus cholesterol-raising fats. Switching from regular to light beer cuts a quarter of the calories. But don’t equate substitution with deprivation, says Denver dietitian Malena Perdomo, a spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association for Latino nutrition issues. “People focus too much on what they can’t have when they should be asking, ‘Is this food good enough for me? Is it full of the nutrients I need?’,” she says. “Making substitutions and cutting back favorite foods to once a week are the small steps that get you started living a healthy lifestyle.”

Start with these simple recommendations from the food experts. Replace whole or 2 percent milk with 1 percent or skim. Substitute salt with onions, basil, cilantro, pico de gallo, and peppers. Buy wholewheat pasta, bread, and tortillas instead of processed varieties. The fiber can keep cholesterol down and fight constipation. Scale back your daily breakfast sweet (for example, pan dulce) and highfat desserts to once a week. On the other days, eat foods like oatmeal and berries, low-fat yogurt or cottage cheese with raisins, or low-fat cheese on whole wheat crackers. Load up salads with spinach, which is rich in iron, vitamin E, and calcium; hard-boiled eggs; lean meats or fish; and other vegetables and fruits. And, cook beans with bouillon rather than ham hocks or other meat. To find a nutrition specialist near you, visit the American Dietetic Association or call 1-800-877-0877.

a manera en que abordamos L la nutrición es, con frecuencia, producto de nuestra formación y,

cambiar de la cerveza regular a la light, o de dieta, se elimina un cuarto de las calorías contenidas en cada vaso. Pero no equipare la sustitución con la privación, nos dice Malena Perdomo, dietista de Denver y vocera sobre asuntos latinos de la Asociación Dietética Americana. “La gente se concentra demasiado en lo que no puede comer cuando, en realidad, debería preguntarse: ‘¿Será este alimento bueno para mí? ¿Tendrá todos los nutrientes que necesito?’ ”, nos dice. Las sustituciones y disminuciones de alimentos favoritos una vez a la semana constituyen pasos pequeños hacia un estilo de vida más saludable. Para comenzar un nuevo régimen dietético, aquí le proporcionamos unas simples recomendaciones de los expertos: Reemplace la leche entera o del 2 por ciento por una del 1 por ciento o descremada. Todas tienen la misma cantidad de calcio. Utilice cebolla, especias, albahaca, cilantro, pico de gallo y pimienta, en vez de sal. Compre pastas, tortillas y pan integral en lugar de las var-

iedades procesadas y enriquecidas. La fibra no sólo ayuda a mantener el nivel de colesterol bajo, sino también ayuda a evitar el estreñimiento. Limite la porción dulce del desayuno (por ejemplo, pan dulce) a una vez a la semana; el resto de los días, consuma avena y bayas, que son ricas en vitaminas y fibra. Incluya en sus ensaladas la espinaca, cargada de hierro, calcio y vitamina E, en vez de lechuga repollada. Añada nutrientes como huevos duros, carnes magras o pescado, y otras frutas y verduras. Cocine los frijoles con cubitos de caldo en vez de codillos de jamón u otras carnes, y evite los frijoles fritos, ya que contienen mucha grasa y calorías. Pruebe los tamales vegetarianos con quesos bajos en grasa y ají verde, para evitar el consumo innecesario de grasas. Sustituya los postres o las meriendas con alto contenido graso por una ración de yogurt con pasas, melón con requesón bajo en grasas o galletitas integrales con mantequilla de maní o queso magro.

Su nutrición diaria

a veces, que no es algo bueno. De modo consistente, la comunidad hispana cuenta con tasas de obesidad que son más altas que el promedio, lo que incrementa los riesgos de contraer muchas afecciones. No pierda la batalla contra los abdómenes abultados. Las pequeñas decisiones que se toman en el mercado, frente al refrigerador o en el restaurante pueden significar mucho para su salud. “He visto pacientes que han bajado 20 libras en un año con tan sólo un cambio que han hecho, tal como eliminar el consumo de alcohol o los postres”, dice Claudia González, dietista de Miami. “Hay tanta gente de 50 y 60 años que sigue comiendo como si todavía tuviera 20 ó 30”. Los expertos en nutrición dicen que simples sustituciones en la dieta pueden significar una reducción de miles de calorías, y pueden prevenir el colesterol alto, la hipertensión y la diabetes. Al procesar los plátanos en el microondas, en vez de freírlos, se eliminan 120 calorías por pieza, más las grasas que elevan el colesterol. Al

Advice from our Doctors... Consejos de nuestros médicos

Sleep and Health

leep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. The damage from sleep deficiency can occur in an instant, or it can harm you over time. Here are some tips to help: Stick to a schedule. Always go to bed at the same time and get up at the same time. Be sure your bedroom

is quiet, dark and has a comfortable temperature. Don’t nap too much, and never late in the day or for too long. Avoid exercise within three hours of bedtime. Avoid caffeine after 1 or 2 pm. Avoid alcohol within one or two hours of bedtime. Don’t watch TV or work on the computer close to bedtime. Don’t bring your phone or laptop to bed. Don’t eat too much too late. Take a warm bath before bedtime.

l sueño juega un papel vital en E la buena salud y bienestar a lo largo de su vida. Obtener suficiente

es silencioso, oscuro y tiene una temperatura cómoda. No duerma demasiado, y nunca tarde en el día o durante demasiado tiempo. Evite el ejercicio dentro de las tres horas de la hora de acostarse. Evite la cafeína después de 1 o 2 pm. Evite el alcohol dentro de una o dos horas de la hora de acostarse. No vea la televisión ni trabaje en la computadora cerca de la hora de acostarse. No traiga su teléfono o computadora portátil a la cama. No comer demasiado demasiado tarde. Tome un baño caliente antes de acostarse.

El sueño y su salud

sueño de calidad en los momentos adecuados puede ayudar a proteger su salud mental, salud física, calidad de vida y seguridad. El daño por deficiencia de sueño puede ocurrir en un instante, o puede dañarlo con el tiempo. Aquí hay algunos consejos para ayudar: Cumpla con un horario. Siempre vaya a la cama al mismo tiempo y levántese al mismo tiempo. Asegúrese de que su dormitorio

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Suffragette Campaigned & Translated Voting Rights

et Maria de Lopez G rallied the crowd gathered at Los Ange-

les Plaza on October 3, 1911, by giving a speech in favor of woman’s suffrage entirely in Spanish, an unprecedented event for the time. An educator, translator, and clubwoman, Lopez helped win the vote for Californian women with her oratory and the writings she translated into Spanish. In addition to her suffrage work, Lopez fought for decades to preserve Spanish- and MexicanAmerican cultural heritage. Lopez was active in her local Votes for Women Club and became president of the College Equal Suffrage League in 1911. She played an important role in the campaign to enfranchise California’s women by translating suffrage materials into Spanish in order to reach Hispanic women. At a 1911 Votes for Women Club rally in Los Angeles Plaza, Lopez took the stage and spoke in support of woman suffrage in Spanish, reportedly the first in the state to do so. She then

traveled the region, distributing suffrage posters and literature and giving speeches, all in Spanish. Lopez authored a forceful opinion piece in the Los Angeles Herald on August 20, 1911, arguing that California could not call itself a democracy while disenfranchising half its citizens. On October 10, 1911, the suffrage proposition passed, and California became the sixth state in the nation to approve suffrage for women, nine years before the passage of the 19th Amendment. Lopez was among the women considered by leading suffragists in Los Angeles to serve as a representative from California to the 1913 Woman Suffrage Parade in Washington, D.C. In 1914, Lopez returned to political advocacy, translating materials in support of laborrelated initiatives on that year’s ballot into Spanish. Lopez died on November 20, 1977, in Orange, California. She is buried at San Gabriel Christian Church in Los Angeles. Her impact continues and her legacy lives on.

Happy Girl Scout Day

et ready to celebrate this G March 12, because it's National Girl Scout Day! Part of

Girl Scout Week, National Girl Scout Day commemorates the anniversary of the first Girl Scout meeting. In 1912, Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low organized the meeting in Savannah, Georgia. And Girl Scouts has only grown from there! The list of Girl Scout alumnae includes many successful women in many different fields. Latino Lubbock Magazine's own Publisher, Christy MartinezGarcia, and her daughter, Amaris Garcia, are proud Girl Scout alumnae who take pride in their past involvement as Girl Scouts. Christy also served as a leader. "My parents gave me my values, and Girl Scouts allowed me to apply those to the world," said

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Martinez-Garcia, urging young Latinas to consider joining a troop. “As a Girl Scout, or a leader, it is life changing,” she added. She is a Lifetime member and takes pride in the organization. Because of the inclement weather that crippled Texas and Oklahoma, they have extended the Girl Scout Cookie Program to March 14. This extra week allow girls to reach their individual goals they have worked so hard to achieve. So please support them. Also, adults can become Event Volunteers, Assistant Leaders, Service Unit Manager, Girl Scout Coach, Troop Organizer, Service Unit Treasurer, Recruiters, mentor. For more info, call (806)5895947.

Local Nurse Honor Guard Formed to Honor Their Own

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

nurse is a caregiver for paA tients and helps to manage physical needs, prevent illness,

and treat health conditions. Because many nurses have been on the front lines treating COVID-19 patients for more than two years, Delia Gonzales recognized that it was important to honor nurses who were also dying as a result of the pandemic. She knew that there was nothing or no one to offer nurses tribute. She pointed out to fellow nurse Jessica Williams that there were honor guards for law engorcement, EMTS, and for veterans and that it was important to start an honor guard for nurses on the South Plains. "Jessica and I decided that if we were going to do this we needed to do it quickly." In December 2021, the two founded the local chapter of the Lubbock Nurse Honor Guard (LNHG) formed to honor fallen nurses by paying tribute to their lives. And since then, they have had six tributes, honoring those who

cared for others. And while not all were due to covid, it has been sureal nonetheless. She described nursing as a calling, a lifestyle, and a service way of living. "We're present not because of the years that she (a fallen nurse) served but rather the impact that she made on many lives through that calling." Gonzales said that LNHG is a service they provide to honor the lives and the work of their colleagues. "When your reciting the tribute the impact is real. And when thefamilies see us in white they become very emotional because they connect us to their loved one, and that life that has gone beyond that call of duty that they saw in their loved one." The organization consists of active and retired nurses proud to give tribute and honor to their fellow colleagues. They meet online via Zoom once a month. They dress in their traditional white uniform, along with the white traditional nurse's cap that was introduced early in the history of the profession, and that originated from a group of wom-

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en in the early Christian era. It's original purpose was to keep the nurse's hair neatly in place and present a modest appearance, but it soon gained a respect and demonstrated that this group of women worked in the service of caring for the sick, as well as symbolized a nurse's educational background. During the ceremony, they hold the Nightingale Tribute in honor and recognition of the individual’s commitment and dedication to science and the practice of nursing. The tribute includes the lighting of a the Florence Nightingale lamp, as well as reciting the Nightingale Tribute, and is concluded by a presentation of the lamp and a white rose to the family. "It's a comfort, and something the families and the nurses have taken pride in." Nurses wanting to join, or families wanting to request a tribute for a nurse can email LubbockNurseHonorGuard21@yahoo.com For additional information contact Delia at (806)778-5377 (leave a message), or Jessica at (806)3003476.

Special - Women's History Month

Meet Dr. Maria Elena Bottazzi Latina Scientist Who Co-Created “The World’s COVID-19 Vaccine”

BY VICTORIA ARENA CORONAVIRUS STORIES, WELLNESS

new COVID vaccine known A as “The World’s COVID-19 Vaccine” was co-created by Latina

scientist Maria Elena Bottazzi. The vaccine—officially named Corbevax—is patent-free and aims to bridge the gap between health inequity among underserved communities around the world. Maria Elena Bottazzi is a Honduran and Italian-born naturalized American microbiologist, currently Associate Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, as well as Distinguished Professor of Biology at Baylor University, Waco, Texas. Corbevax was developed by Bottazzi alongside Dr. Peter Hotez and their team from Texas Children’s Hospital Center for Vaccine Development. The vaccine is based on recombinant

protein, a technology that has been used for decades in drugs such as hepatitis B. Corbevax uses a small amount of virus proteins to activate the body’s immune response without making patients sick and is “a much cheaper process than the messenger RNA technology that Pfizer or Moderna used,” said Bottazzi. “Peter and I aspire to benefit people, which is why we created a vaccine for the poorest communities in the world. The team that we have built shares the same interest in promoting public health and, obviously, learning at the same time,” said Bottazzi. In December, the drug was authorized for use in India with multiple phases of clinical trials determining that it is safe and well tolerated. Data shows that it is more than 90 percent effective against the original COVID-19 strain and more than 80 percent effective against the delta variant. Currently, inequality in the distribution of vaccines is a major

concern worldwide and has led to many COVID-19 deaths. While 59 percent of the world’s population has received at least one dose of a vaccine, less than 9 percent of residents in low-income countries have received a dose. “Everyone talks about equity, but nobody does anything. That is why we created Corbevax, although we are a small team and it took us longer than the large laboratories,” said Bottazi in an NBCNews article. “But we knew that it would not be enough with the projects of the multinationals, if we take into account the first and second doses, plus booster and pediatric doses, we are still missing 9,000 million doses.” Bottazzi and her team have been working to create vaccines for neglected diseases for years. Over a

decade ago, long before the COVID pandemic was even a thought, the team began researching coronaviruses and developing vaccines for coronaviruses such as severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, and Middle East respiratory syndrome, or MERS. Those decades of knowledge became immediately beneficial when the pandemic hit in early 2020. Since then they have used their ample knowledge to create a vaccine that is “free for everyone.” And her work has certainly paid off. With the distribution of this vaccine, countless countries will be able to begin to bridge the health inequity gap. Dr. Bottazzi’s accomplishments received a high recognition earlier this month when she was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Houston

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher. On February 1st, Congresswoman Fletcher nominated Dr. Bottazzi and Dr. Hotez, stating, “[Their] effort to develop the CORBEVAX vaccine is truly one of international cooperation and partnership to bring health, security, and peace around the world by creating a COVID-19 vaccine and making it available and accessible to all. It is a contribution that is of the greatest benefit to humankind.” On her nomination, Dr. Bottazzi said, “The truth is that I was shocked, speechless. But we are very excited and grateful, because the simple fact that they have thought of us means that we are already winners.” If chosen for the Prize, she would become the first Honduran to receive this award.

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Education/ Educación

Camacho Named Dean

of College of Visual & Performing Arts

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TULIA ISD WELCOMES SUPERINTENDENT: The public was invited to a meet and greet with the new Tulia ISD superintendent, Dr. Rick Garcia. A reception was held in his honor after the school board meeting. Pictured are Eddie Subealdea - Board President; and his wife Dr. Edna Garcia, looking on proudly. Congratulations!

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IN MARCH · College decision letters begin arriving. · Celebrate your acceptances, decide about your wait lists, and deal positively with your rejections. · Finalize financial aid applications. · Continue searching and applying for scholarships and grants.

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Camacho has been named dean of Texas Tech University’s J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Vi s u a l & Performing Arts (TCVPA) He begins his new role July 1. Camacho currently serves as the interim provost for Midwestern State University (MSU Texas), a part of the Texas Tech University System. Prior to that, Camacho served as dean of the Fain College of Fine Arts and was a tenured professor of music at MSU Texas. “I am humbled and excited for the opportunity to serve as the next dean of the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & PerformingArts at Texas Tech,” Camacho said. “I am particularly grateful and impressed by the quality of the staff, faculty, and students, their artistic and educational commitment, and their involvement with the local community and cultural organizations in the city of Lubbock and beyond. I look forward to serving together to continue supporting their story of success. I promise to bring the energy, passion, and enthusiasm that has characterized me in my previous

professional appointments.” Camacho’s leadership at MSU has allowed for the successful approval and construction of a state-of-the-art mass communication building and significant facility renovations for music, art, and theatre. He has positioned the arts as one of the main centers for fundraising efforts at the university. Under his leadership, the visibility and presence of the college in the community have grown, along with the number of innovative curricula offerings. A native of Mexico City, Camacho began his piano studies at Escuela Superior de Música. He earned a bachelor’s degree in music from Instituto Superior de Arte in Havana, Cuba, a master’s degree in music from the Cleveland Institute of Music, a doctorate from the University of Miami, and a master’s in business administration (MBA) from Barry University in Miami. Camacho’s expertise is in Mexican and Latin American music and has received Mexico’s National Endowment for the Arts (FONCA) prestigious grant. Before his appointment as dean of the Fain College of Fine Arts, he was chair of the department of music at Alabama State University, served as a full-time music faculty and assistant chair at Barry University’s Fine Arts Department in Miami Shores, Florida, and as dean of arts, humanities, and social sciences at the Community College of Rhode Island.

Time to Prepare for College

t pays to be proactive and Icollege. prepared before you start Here's a sched-

ule per grade level to help students and parents prepare for each school year: Freshman Year • Meet with the guidance counselor and select courses that m e e t college admissions requirements • Take challenging classes that build skills • Get involved in extracurricular activities • Research career possibilities • During the summer read books, take courses or volunteer Sophomore Year • Some schools offer an optional PSAT and/or PLAN test to discover your strengths and weaknesses • Talk to your counselor about your PSAT and/or PLAN scores and next steps • Continue to research college and career options • During the summer read books, take courses, or volunteer Junior year • Take the PSAT. A good score may

qualify you for scholarship programs. • Talk to your counselor about your PSAT scores, learn how to improve. • Start researching your options for grants, scholarships, and work-study. Research, and visit colleges that you are interested in. • Register for the ACT, SAT, and/ or SAT Subject Tests as required by your selected colleges. Senior Year • Obtain and complete admissions and financial aid applications • Ask your teachers for recommendations, if the colleges require them • Visit colleges, attend college fairs • Send your transcript and test scores to your selected colleges • Complete the FASFA as soon as possible. • Review your Student Aid Report (SAR), acceptances, and financial aid offers. • By mid April, make final decisions and notify schools And find scholarships on this page of Latino Lubbock Magazine. Good Luck!

Education & Scholarship Updates ST. PATRICKS KOC SCHOLARSHIPS Knights of Columbus Council #15876 from Saint Patrick Church will offer two $500 scholarships to qualifying young men graduating this May. Please contact Edward Salas at stpatrickskoc@gmail. com to receive an application. The deadline is March 31. MARGARET MAHER SCHOLARSHIP The Margaret Maher Foundation will award a scholarship to a student attending a Catholic university in the Fall. Contact Margaret Beauchamp at (806) 795-9415 or visit margaretma-herscholarship.org for information. Application deadline: April 15, 2022. HAW, INC. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE Female students enrolled at one of the local accredited colleges/universities or a graduating senior at a high school located within a 60-mile radius of the city of Lubbock, TX should visit the website for full details and apply online at www.lubbockhaw.net HACE SCHOLARSHIP will be awarding (40) $2,500 scholarships. Deadline is March 4th. Apply online at the Scholarship page at haceonline.org DON’T MESS WITH TEXAS SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST, in partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), recognizes the achievements of high school seniors who have taken a leadership role to prevent litter in their school and/ or community. Any Texas high school senior planning to pursue a two- or four-year degree in the state of Texas for the Fall 2022 semester may apply at www.dontmesswithtexas.org/education-overview/ scholarships until March 31, 2022. GOYA FOODS CULINARY ARTS AND FOOD SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS is available on a competitive basis to students entering an accredited two-year or four-year institution. Scholarships are in the amount of $5,000 awarded per academic year starting in Fall 2022 and are renewable for up to three additional years. Four students will receive a total of $20,000 each. For more information and to apply, please visit: goya.com Deadline: March 21, 2022. 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 NATIONAL READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (DR. SEUSS DAY) – March 2 (If On Weekend, Nearest School Day) D R . S E U S S ' S B I R T H D AY CELEBRATION March 4, 6 p.m. Let’s celebrate Dr. Seuss’s Birthday with stories, music, crafts, and free book giveaways! This free family event will take place on the lawn between the library and Buddy Holly Hall. Show up in your goofiest Dr. Seuss outfit to show how much you love to read silly books! At Mahon Library, 1306 9th St. SPRING BREAK FAMILY MOVIE: ENCANTO March 16, 10:30 a.m. Watch free family movies at the library during spring break! Complimentary popcorn and drinks to be included while supplies last. At Mahon Library, 1306 9th St. CESAR CHAVEZ MARCH & DAY OF SERVICE Youth are invited to come participate in the 24th Annual Cesar Chavez March on Sat. March 26, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. A commemorative march will begin at Cavazos and continue to Buddy Holly Lake. Following, a clean up project will be held at the lake. Please bring gloves and wear good tennis shoes. Visit for more details: www. loshermanosfamilia.org/cesar-e-chavezmarch-celebration 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.

Student's Internship Becomes Job in LBK rinati T Montes, of West, is

in her fifth semester in the Biomedical Equipment Technology program at Texas State Technical College

(TSTC) in Waco. The West High School graduate was hired last December by SPBS Inc., a clinical equipment services provider located in Lubbock, as a medical equipment technician. She is using the spring semester to complete her program-required internship before she graduates this spring. What got you interested in the Biomedical Equipment Technology field? During my senior year of high school, I went back and forth with what I wanted to do. My dad graduated from TSTC, and he got me interested. My co-worker from when I worked in West and his older brother are doing biomedical work as well. I did some research on the program and thought it sounded like so much fun. I am a hands-on learner. It just feels right and feels like what I was meant to do. What is your internship like? I work eight hours a day, with an

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hourlong lunch break on Mondays through Fridays. You have the ability to do repairs at the shop, but I go to hospitals, clinics, and recently I went to a veterinary clinic. I schedule inspections and repairs and do paperwork. I travel a lot for my job, but most of the places I have been around a two-hour radius of Lubbock. Sometimes I have gone to New Mexico to work. It’s a new challenge every day and puts your mind to the test to think outside the box when a problem arises. Why should more women pursue the biomedical equipment technology field? In my section, I will only graduate with one other female. It is weird, though, because this is not a man’s job. You work on medical equipment. Everyone is capable of doing the same thing as the other. It is important to have more females in the field. We are viewed as weak or dependent on other people. That is not me; I like to do things on my own. Females should not be intimidated. Medical equipment repairers in Texas can make a yearly median salary of more than $49,000, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s CareerOneStop website. Texas will need 4,700 workers by 2028, according to the agency. TSTC offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology at the Harlingen and Waco campuses. For more information, go to tstc.edu.

MCWHORTER STUDENTS CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF SCHOOL: Ms. Joanne Jimenez's pre-k class has made it through 100 days of school!! She said, "Illness and sickness all around us, but we're here!!!" Congrats from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

2X STATE CHAMPION: Lubbock High Sr. Zach Casias tops off an awesome career with a 39-0 State Championship in the 138lb. Weight class. He will be wrestling for Shriner in Kerville upon graduation. We are proud of you from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

life all by myself. I am humbled to come to the conclusion that silent morning, midday, and night prayer are the antidotes that allow me to perform life with a clean lens and kind heart. So far, my experience as a recent college graduate brought me to a deeper understanding that success can’t be established by a numerical scale that sums the acronyms following my name, but rather is best characterized by the number of smiles I can put on another’s face since “the greatest of commandments is love.” Happy Women's History Month!

God places opportunities in my life that allow me to spread His love to others. I curFOR THE LOVE OF BASEBALL: West Texas Warriors played in the “FOR rently host a THE LOVE OF BASEBALL” tournament the weekend of Valentine going undefeated 4-0 record to start the 2022 baseball season. Pictured top left to right: Matthew Marsh, STEM club Korey Gutierrez, Nehemiah Saucedo, Camden Garza, Ian Tucek, James Marsh, and for students at a local elementary Noah Pelton. Pictured bottom left to right: Hunner Tomasini, Gatlin Bolen, Jacob Sauschool and another at an alternative rez, and Guy Munoz. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine! school. Also, I was recently chosen to travel to Mexico for a mediFIRST PLACE WRESTLER: cal mission trip with a surgeon and Kash Orta of Hutchinson Middle School three other students. Amidst the Bailee Alonzo - is a recent graduate from came in 1st place in 8th grade 105-111 unreliable realities of life, I find Texas Tech, who majored in Biology/Prelb. weight bracket at the Lubbock ISD rest in the pureness that is God. In Med. She aspires to become a dermatolomiddle school wresting city champion- saying, “Thy will be done,” I am gist. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock ship! Great job from Latino Lubbock relieved of the pressure and duty Magazine & My College Experience. YOU Magazine! of having to organize my entire DID IT! Copyright 2022 by Latino Lubbock Magazine All Rights reserved. March/marzo 2022, Vol. 16, Issue 3 Page

Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

DJ Personality Encourages Personal Safety & Self Advocacy

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Anniversary Raymond & Janie Flores, 61st as of March 25,1961

Anniversary Juan & Linda Lopez, 59th as of March 30, 1963

Happy Birthday!

Jose J. Martinez - March 25th Daddy, They say that we learn from the ones who love us most. We are thankful to have been loved by you, for you have helped us to become the people we are today. Happy Birthday, Dad! Today we celebrate your life. May you have good health and happiness all the days of your life. And, may God continue to bless you. Love, Your kids - Christy, Cindy, JoAnn, Monica, Joey, and Roman Your grandchildren, son-in-laws Frank, Danny; and extended family and friends

experience no person ever welcomes. 104.9 Iwhatt'sTheanstarted Beat radio DJ Amy "Amy O" Olivares said with flowers and coffee from a listen-

er, quickly evolved to occasions where he became a stalker sending photos of her sleeping from her window. “I had to call the cops because I heard movement in my home. I lived in a two-story townhome and I was asleep in the living room when I heard my patio sliding door close,” she said she knew she was in danger. According to the police report filed that night, Amy heard the suspect in her home. When she screamed, he ran down the stairs and out her front door. He got away, but the report said police found a ladder leaning up against Amy’s patio and believe that’s how he got into her upstairs bedroom. Amy said she thought that would be the end of it, but she was wrong. “I got text messages from him of pictures of me from my patio window looking in and I remember from the text messages him saying ‘now do I have your attention?’ then from him saying ‘I’m going to bring in the bigger guns,’” Olivares said. “He then sent me the same picture from the same angle, but now he’s inside my house while I’m asleep,” adding that it scared her. Amy shared various experiences that made her feel constantly afraid for her safety. He was arrested in January 2019 after he was pulled over by police for driving past Olivares’ home multiple times while an officer was

there. And, after a drawn out case, Amy said that she was relieved that her stalker Chad Edward Joyce, was finally sentenced to 20 years in prison, and pleaded guilty to burglary of a habitation. The DJ personality said that no one should be a victim. She said that the traumatic experience was nothing she wished on anyone. Worse was that she was even victimized be some people who felt it was her fault for drawing attention to herself. Or male friends who joked about the results. She was floored and disappointed of the accusation. "No woman should ever be victimized for standing up for herself," she said. As a result, Amy encourages others that if they feel violated or suspect a stalker that they should do whatever it takes to be safe and to contact authorities immediately. "If this was your daughter, your sister, your mother what would do? No matter the situation, never let your emotions overpower your intelligence. Never let your safety be compromised," she said. She said that it's taken everything for her to stand up for herself, but that she was using her platform to to set an example for others. "What's right is right, what's wrong is wrong. None of us should be pushed back into a corner. Remember, NO, MEANS NO."

Check Out Spanish Books at Mahon Library

he Mahon Library, T 1306 9th Street, has a selection of books in Span-

ish available for checkout. The collection includes best-selling fiction titles, literature by Spanish language authors, cookbooks, sports books, and resources for learning English. The library also has a large selection of chil-

dren’s books in Spanish. Board books, picture books and chapter books can be found in Spanish by popular children’s authors. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call 775-2834 or visit the library’s web site at www.lubbocklibrary.com.

Encuentre libros en español en la biblioteca

ahon Library, 1306 9th Street, tiene M una selección de libros en Español disponibles para checkout. La colección

incluye libros en la lista de los más vendidos en títulos de ficción, literatura por autores de lengua española, libros de cocina y deportes, así como recursos para aprender Inglés. La biblioteca también cuenta con una gran selección de libros en Español para

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niños. Libros educativos de juegos, ilustraciones e historias cortas de autores populares pueden ser encontrados en Español. El horario de la biblioteca es 9 a.m. a 9 p.m. de Lunes a Miércoles, 9 a.m. a 6 p.m. de Jueves a Sábado, y 1 p.m. a 5 p.m. los Domingos. Para más información, favor llamar al 775-2834 o visitar el sitio web de la biblioteca en www.lubbocklibrary.com.

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Wonder Woman Lynda Carter Was a Proud Mexican American BY CHRISTY MARTINEZGARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

a n y M people don't realize

that the original Wonder Woman, Linda Carter, is a proud Mexican American. She was born on July 24, 1951, in Phoenix, Arizona, as Linda Jean Cordova Carter. She was the actress and producer of the 1975 Wonder Woman series. "Thinking of my dear mama Juanita, who made sure I would always be proud to be Mexican American." She said that some of the best

memories of her childhood were of being with her grandmother when she was making tortillas, having to cut the tripe when she made menudo, or sorting the sticks and stones out of the beans on her table. Carter was a “shero” before she donned that red, blue, and gold outfit. She grew up an avid reader of the Wonder Woman comic books, though many of the actual comic book supervillains did not make any appearances in her television series. “I tried to play her like a regular woman who just happened to have superhuman powers. I figured she'd lived with it every day of her life.” She performed many of her own stunts on Wonder Woman (1975) including hanging from a helicopter, to the nervousness of CBS,

during the second season episode, Wonder Woman: Anschluss '77 (1977). “The stunt girl was about to go under it, and I said, Oh, I can do this! I ran under and they went up, and when the producers found out about it, they went ballistic.” The only time Lynda performed her role of Wonder Woman after the television series ended on CBS was in the opening for her first musical television special. She could not pass the torch of her role of the iconic DC comic book Amazonian superhero to a younger actress until Gal Gadot won the role for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) on December 4, 2013. Carter received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6562 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on April 3, 2018.

He spoke about his legendary career in an interview with the Mas Chingon Radio Podcast last year. He said, “I’ve been in the damn music business since 1959. I’ve had some good times. I’ve had a lot of people happy. I made a lot of dances. I’ve been to a lot of places that a lot of people have never been to.” The crooner added it was time to slow down after health issues. He was admitted to the hospital a few times over the last few years due to kidney issues. Bravo received multiple bypass heart surgery in March 2018 and recovered well enough to record a single later that

year. “El Playboy” began his career with the success of his own group, Little Joe & the Harlems, which eventually led him to lead vocalist for The Sunglows, replacing Sunny Ozuna after his departure in 1963. Bravo’s voice was heard on huge lowrider classics like “It’s OK” and “I Apologize.” He eventually transitioned towards Chicano Rock and Tejano recording many successful albums with hit songs like “Que Casualidad” and “Patita de Conejo.”

Fling is held in the Spring and the Fall Fling is held in the fall. The events have a specific theme. This year the Royal Queens of West Texas of Lubbock agreed to host the Fall Fling. This is a Queen’s Council made up of all the Queens of Red Hat Chapters in Lubbock led by Barbara Burns, Queen. Together they have planned a fun event for regional Red Hatting ladies. The “Red Hat Red Carpet Awards” event will provide food, entertainment, a style show, raffle baskets, door prizes and of course awards. This will be the Academy Awards for local Red Hatters with

awards given for the Best Red Hat Regalia, Best Red Hat, Best Red Hat Attitude, and many more Jane Prince Jones will provide entertainment during the event. The Style Show will be conducted by the Inside Out Foundation, whose mission is to restore their clients’ inner and outer beauty through aesthetic products and healing outreach services. They will use clothing from their boutique Any woman is invited to attend and check us out, The Red Hat Society. Registration fee is $40. For information contact: Patsy Cardona 806-787-1038

90 AND FABULOUS: The family of Ramona Morin held a special mass and 90th birthday celebration in her honor. She enjoyed her special day with family and friends! Happy 90th Birthday Ms. Morin! May God give you many more!

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Red Hat Society Preps for Spring Fling

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Hat Spring Fling on Saturday, April 2, 2022. The event will be held at the MGM Elegante Hotel. The Red Hat Society is a social, organization. Ladies who are under 50 and want to be members of the Red Hat Society join as pink Hatters until they REDuate at age 50 and become Red Hatters. Regionally there are two Red Hat events held each year. The Spring

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St. Patrick's Day

a Religious Celebration

hile St. Patrick's Day W is now associated mostly with "all things

VALENTINE'S STEAK DINNER: KOC #15876 held their annual Valentine Steak dinner at St. Patrick's Church. The event has become a tradition for couples.

Irish," it is actually celebrated by Christian people around the world. Saint Patrick's Day is a religious holiday celebrated internationally on 17 March because St. Patrick died on March 17th in AD 461. It is named after Saint Patrick (c. AD 387–461), the most commonly recognized of the patron saints of Ireland. It originated as a Catholic holiday and became an official feast day in the early 17th century. It has gradually become more of a secular celebration of Ireland's culture. St. Patrick was adept at speaking and converting pagans in Ireland,

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and he faced many trials due to his mission work. As such, St. Patrick's Day is a celebration that holds a lot of spiritual meaning for Christian. First, the holiday is a traditional day for spiritual renewal. It is a day that Christians can use to reflect on their spiritual walk and reflect on their relationship with God. St. Patrick found that renewal, because he considered himself a pagan before he became a slave and discovered his relationship with God through prayer. In cities around the world with large Irish populations the postmass celebrations include parades, Irish music and songs, and Irish food and drink.

St. Joseph is Worthy of Honor

t. Joseph truly is the silent angel commanded. figure of the New Testament. St. Joseph fulfilled his obligations courageously. Throughout s I sit here and think about, the God is with you to help you. He is For instance, the Gospel does the gospel he faithfully and situation that Moses and the with you to give you strength, hope, not record one spoken unquestioningly obeyed children of Israel found themselves peace, grace, and a sense that you verse for St. Joseph. the commands of God: in. Pharaoh chasing them from be- are not alone. Not only is He with Nevertheless, what this taking his family to the hind, and the red sea in front of them. you He is also with your family. He great saint did in his safety of Egypt to flee the There was no place to go! It had to is for you in these difficult times of life for God speaks volwrath of King Herod; be what seemed like a hopeless situ- uncertainty and in these times that are umes. To appreciate returning to Nazareth; ation. It had to be an overwhelming stretching your faith and challenging him and his role in salpresenting his child feeling. It was every sense of the your beliefs. When you pray today. vation, we need to glean in the Temple for word, “Real”! The truth is we all find Know that you pray to a REAL God the Gospels. St. Joseph was encircumcision and ourselves in seasons of life where who wants to help you with your formal presentation; times are hard, hopeless, overwhelm- real problems. God is so good and gaged to Mary when and traveling to Jeing, downright real. so faithful! Don’t hesitate to connect he discovered that she was pregnant. rusalem to celebrate The good news I want to bring you with Him today. Since St. Joseph did Passover. today is that although you face times He accepted the rethat are real, you have a real God. He Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pas- not yet know God’s of the Lubbock Dream Center and plan but knew his sponsibility of his vois with you, just like He was with tor has been in ministry for 32 years. wife was pregnant not by himself, cation– being the faithful spouse Moses and the children of Israel. the Gospel reads that he “decided and father. to divorce her quietly” (Matthew Today in his honor, the St. Jo1:19). According to the Torah laws, seph's Table, a ritual meal done St. Joseph could have had Mary in fulfillment of a promise made stoned to death for infidelity (cf. to St. Joseph for his assistance in Deuteronomy 22). a time of family or personal criNevertheless, the Angel of the sess celebrated and includes the Lord appeared to St. Joseph in a altar with an image of Saint Jodream, revealed to him that Mary seph, flowers, candles, fruit and had conceived by the power of the bread as well as the special meal of Holy Spirit, and commanded that meatless dishes served at what is to: news@latinolubbock.net by the 18th, or online he take Mary as his wife and Jesus traditionally an open house at the as his own Son. Without question home of the person/family giving at www.latinolubbock.net for the April Latino Lubbock. or hesitation, St. Joseph did as the the Table. Latino Lubbock Magazine is a Christian owned business Page

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Church Bulletins LENTEN RETREAT, PLAINVIEW March 7 – 9 at Sacred Heart Church. With Father Robert Williams. Begins each evening at 6:30 p.m. FROM BISHOP COERVER: Read Bishop Coerver’s Proclamation on the Synod of Synodality on the Diocese of Lubbock website at CatholicLubbock.org or on the diocesan Facebook page. DISPENSATION CONTINUES Bishop Coerver announced the indefinite extension of the dispensation from the requirement to participate in Sunday Mass in person. Read Bishop Coerver’s entire announcement on the diocese’s website at www.CatholicLubbock.org VACCINATION APPEAL FROM CLERGY Pope Francis and six Cardinals and Archbishops from the U.S. and Latin America with a message of unity in support of COVID-19 vaccines and access for all: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=zY5rwTnJF0U BIBLE STUDY AT OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CHURCH Father Piña’s Bible Study in English will be held on Wednesdays, at 7 pm. at 1120 52nd St. - as long as covid numbers are down. El Estudio Bíblico en Español con Emilio Abeyta estará los Miércoles, a las 7pm. DATES TO REMEMBER Ash Wednesday - March 2nd Palm Sunday - April 10th Easter Sunday - April 17th YEAR 1 CONFIRMATION RETREAT at Our Lady of Angels Convent in Wolfforth April 23, 20229 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. One adult sponsor is required for every 10 youth. Use the Diocesan “E” Form for liability and medical release, and “C” form for adult sponsors. $20 per candidate and $5 per sponsor – lunch, and snack included. Contact: Sister Martha Jane Venhaus (806) 863-4904; Text: (806) 787-1392 or email janevenhausosf@gmail.com ARE YOU A KINSHIP FAMILY? Are you a grandparent or caregiver raising another family member’s child? Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock is here to help. Advocacy, assistance, information, or referrals. Visit www.cclubbock.org/ kinship-program for information. DIVINE MERCY Chaplet online at https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/ devotions/novena PRAY THE ROSARY ONLINE at https://www.cathedralofmary.org/faithformation/resources/pray-the-rosary-online UNDERSTANDING THE SCRIPTURES online at https://catholicboard. com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www. catholic.org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews. com/

Fostering Your Talents A Family's Inspiration to Open Their Home to Foster Care

BY LUCINDA HOLT FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

“For to everyone who has, more will be given and he will grow rich; but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away.” - Matthew 25:29

rowing up in a small town in West Texas, my parents weren’t wealthy, but we were not poor; we had just enough. My mother and father were migrant workers who worked hard to ensure my siblings and I had the things they never had, including an education. With a lot of hard work and tears, I ended up being the first in my family to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. I was on a mission to be a journalist to help serve as the voice for the voiceless; I wanted to educate, inform, and motivate. I never forgot the work my family put in to guarantee my success, and I certainly never forgot my very humble beginnings. So, when I became the public safety reporter for the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, I started looking at community issues in a different light. Of those issues, one hit the hardest: the issue of children in foster care. While at the A-J, I began covering the “faith beat”, meaning developing news stories related to religion. Although I was not very religious, I found my way back to God. Eventually, I left the A-J, and I am currently serving as a professor of practice within the College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University; however, I continued to remember the stories that came across my news desk – affidavits detailing neglect and abuse against children. With my bank account in better health, I found myself listening to a deacon at my church speaking about Matthew 25:29 at Sunday Mass about a year ago. I looked at my husband and told him it was time

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to give back, and I wanted to do this through fostering and adoption. After consulting with our two biological sons, we began the process. What felt like an eternity of inspections, trainings, meetings, and paperwork was only a matter of months, and on Good Friday, our little red-headed blessing came walking through our door. While most people tend to lean toward fostering babies and smaller children, we knew the crisis involving teens in foster care was quite dire. According to Texas Department of Family Protective Services statistics, as of Sept. 7, 2021, there are currently an estimated 29,000 children in foster care. Even more troubling, the same report states there are 169 youth considered “children without placement” – the majority of this number are teens. Regarding where they shelter, the report states, “57 in a hotel, 53 were in community-based lodging, 23 were in a leased space and 36 were in a DFPS office.” Our girl came from an office where she watched movies, slept, and ate with other children. Wanting to give her a place for the Easter weekend, the foster care agency reached out to us, and we happily agreed. Timid, the girl walked in carrying an Easter basket; she was under the impression that she would be going back come Monday. Instead, we took the next steps to get her enrolled in school, and for the first time ever, she is walking among her peers. What was supposed to be an overnight placement turned into a ninemonth engagement with no end in sight. Because of her, we have found great joy in having a daughter; because of her, we have learned to take care of a goat that she has adopted and named “Susie”; and because of her, our boys have a sister with a goofy personality. We have traveled, laughed, argued, and cried – all the things a typical family does. We have hugged, prayed, and danced, and no matter what path she chooses, our lives are forever changed because of her presence. No one is perfect, but the family ties that bind us through Christ are stronger than anything else. Looking at Matthew 25:14-30, we hear the parable of the talents. The parable tells us of the faithful servants who were given talents, and in turn, they made an investment that brought their master joy. I see this as using our God-given “talents” to help others, while in turn, serving the Lord. Going back to Matthew 25:29, when you look upon your talents–whether they may be big or small, of monetary value or time– please remember there are children that can sure use some kindness.

Lubbock Housing Authority will open the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist.

Applicants will have the week of February 28, 2022 to March 9, 2022 to enter their application online.

LHA has changed the application process. It is now all online.

Applications may be completed by going to LHA website at www. lubbockha.org and clicking on application link. If you do not have access to a computer, you may go to local libraries near you or use one at our main office 1708 crickets Ave. during normal business hours M-Th 7 am to 4 pm Fri 7am to 11 am.

Contact the Housing Authority Intake Department at (806)776-2316 if you have questions.

Online Application Process is required!!! Elderly or disabled individuals requesting reasonable accommodation in the process should call 806-762-1191 for assistance. For the hearing-impaired call TTY Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989.

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Los San Patricios

Veteran & First Responder Affairs Veteran & Military Connection

Irishmen Who Died For Mexico he history of the Saint PatWhile the brave soldiers of Saint T rick’s Battalion, “The San Patrick’s Battalion are not parPatricios,” in the US-Mexticularly well-known outside ican War, has placed the Irish as a revered race in Mexico; even to this day, an Irish person in Mexico will be told a countless number of times about the famous ‘Irish Martyrs’ who defected from the US Army and gave their lives trying to save Mexico from U.S. aggression during the Mexican-American War of 1846-1848. A main reason for their hero status in Mexico is derived from their exemplary performance in the battlefield. The San Patricios ultimately suffered severe casualties at the famous battle at Churubusco, which is considered the Waterloo for the Mexican Army in this war. Mexican President Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, who also commanded the armed forces, stated afterwards that if he had commanded a few hundred more men like the San Patricios, Mexico would have won that ill-famed battle.

Mexico, it is clear that their god-like status in Mexico is enough to compensate for the attention they failed to receive in other countries. “Los Colorados” the redheaded Irishmen who gave their lives in the struggle for Mexican sovereignty, have their Irish names on signs and are named after prominent places. Fore example, there’s “O’Brien City,” better known as Ciudad Obregon in the northern state of Sonora, named after Alvaro Obregon (1880-1928) who was a famous and admired Mexican soldier and statesman, and many more. Moreover, both groups share communal and family values, a common spirituality and love for poetry, art, music and dance and a history that forever ties these two cultures. ¡Que vivan los San Patricios!

he City of Lubbock and Civic T Lubbock, Inc. are excited to announce the second annual Storm

their art. After submissions are received, eight artists will be selected to paint murals in downtown Lubbock surrounding the Pioneer Hotel, West Table and Citizens Tower. The selected artists will paint their murals live in April during the City's Earth Day on Broadway Festival. Artist applications, more information about the project and selection process can be found at mylubbock.us/ StormDrainArt2022.

City Seeking Artists Ahead of Earth Day

Drain Art Project. This project is part of the City’s continuing education and outreach efforts to help citizens understand that stormwater flows untreated into our local waterways, and that everyone has a role in helping to protect water quality, stream habitat and aquatic wildlife. This year, we ask artists to incorporate images of Lubbock’s history and notable trademarks in

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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.

Solving ‘The Military Spouse Employment Dilemma’

he National Military Spouse T Network (NMSN), the premiere organization supporting

the professional and personal growth of the nation’s military spouses, released its fourth annual National Military Spouse Network White Paper presented by USAA last month. The latest report, “The Military Spouse Employment Dilemma: The Multi-Million Dollar Question That No One Is Asking…Until Now,” includes key recommendations for addressing the barriers military spouses face in gaining employment and satisfying careers. This year’s report redefines the problem of military spouse unemployment from merely finding spouses a job to helping them move into a career they can grow into and keep. The issues inhibiting military spouse employment, note that the organization’s shared success will depend on the ability to bring other federal, state and military service organization partners to work on these challenges. The recommendations include: Ensuring that resources and programming serve the military spouse community and that the DOD establishes a standard set of metrics to evaluate programs and their impact across organizations – federal, state and local. Congress must study the inability of military spouses to benefit from financial vesting programs. This assessment should include matching programs of private employers vs. occupational professions as well as vesting timeline requirements and lost opportunities to accumulate retirement savings at the same rate of civilian peers unaffiliated with the military. Expanding utilization of the Department of State’s Domestic

Employees Teleworking Overseas (DETO) Program, which would help ensure that military spouses who secure employment with a federal department or agency are able to maintain their employment during assignments overseas. Creating a Military Spouse Small Business Administration (SBA) Small-Business Concern classification to cover selfemployed spouses. Though not codified into law, the SBA has taken steps to expand counseling, training and access to capital opportunities for military spouse entrepreneurs through their Office of Veterans Business. Designating military spouse-owned businesses as small business concerns could help provide spouses with the targeted support they need to move their operations with them as they move domestically or abroad. Congress should consider authorizing the development of a military spouse experience map that ensures employment benefits/resources are accessible to military spouses through each military lifecycle. The recommendations in the National Military Spouse Network White Paper represent a snapshot of today’s military spouse environment and will be the basis for 2022 programming, including invitation-only roundtables and other events and initiatives designed to enhance military spouse employment and career opportunities for the nation’s one million+ military spouses. For more information, visit www.nationalmilitaryspousenetwork.org. SOURCE: The National Military Spouse Network

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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. 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/

Important Numbers

Teléfonos de interés para los veteranos

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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Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will meet at Maggie Trejo Super Center, 3200 Amherst St., Thurs., March 17th at 5:30 p.m. Topic: Radon Awareness ( sub surface gas that has been detected in Lubbock homes and known to cause lung cancer). Presented by Dr. Kayleigh A. Millerick, Environmental Engineering Professor at TTU. Sponsored by the US Environmental Protection Agency. Free test kits will be available. NATIONAL DAYS OF SERVICE 2022: March 31 - Cesar Chavez Day of Service April 17-23 - National Volunteer Week September 11 - National Day of Remembrance 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. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. 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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Teléfonos de interés para la tercera edad

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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Celebrate March as Month of the Family

o you talk with your family? D Do you share meals together or participate in

group activities? Start now and join Parents Step Ahead in promoting family union and preserving values by designating one night a week to spend with your family. Celebrate the Month of the Family by getting all family members together for weekly activities. Whether it is for 30 minutes or the whole day, take the time to enjoy and appreciate your family. Commit to family quality and quantity time. Make

these activities a tradition that can be carried on to future generations. Schools, community organizations and businesses can also get involved by developing a series of messages and activities that focus on family unity throughout the month of March. Visit the Parents Step Ahead website at www.parentsstepahead. org to see campaigns created to promote Month of the Family, get tips for family fun and to view videos promoting the importance of spending time with your family.

Celebre Marzo como el Mes de la Familia

abla con su familia? ¿H ¿Comparten comidas juntos? ¿Participan en actividades de

grupo? Empieza hoy y únase a Padres un Paso Adelante a promover la unión familiar y a preservar sus valores eligiendo un día a la semana para pasarla con su familia. Celebre el mes familiar reuniendo a todos los miembros de su familia para llevar a cabo actividades familiares. Ya sea 30 minutos o el día completo, tómese el tiempo para disfrutar y apreciar a su familia. Comprométase a pasar tiempo de calidad con su familia. Haga de estas actividades una tradición que sus futuras generaciones practi-

caran. Escuelas, organizaciones comunitarias y compañías pueden también involucrarse desarrollando y creando una serie de mensajes y actividades enfocadas en la unión familiar a través del mes de Marzo, El Mes de la Familia. Visite la página de Padres un Paso Adelante www.parentsstepahead.org y vea las campañas creadas a promover el Día de la Familia, obtenga consejos y sugerencias para un Día Familiar divertido y vea los videos que promueven la importancia de pasar tiempo con sus familias.

2022 Lent Calendar

ent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022, 46 days before Easter Sunday. Feast of Saint Patrick is March 17. Followed by the Feast of Saint Joseph on March 19. The Annunciation of the Lord is March 25. Palm Sunday will be on Sunday, April 10, commemorates the triumphal entrance of Christ into Jerusalem, when palm branches were placed in His path, before His arrest on Holy Thursday and His Crucifixion on Good Friday. Holy Thursday is April 14, 2022, and is the day on which Christ celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples, four days after His triumphal

entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Only hours after the Last Supper, Judas would betray Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, setting the stage for Christ's Crucifixion on Good Friday. Good Friday, April 15, 2022, commemorates the Passion and Death of our Lord Jesus Christ on the Cross. Holy Saturday, April 16, the final day of Lent, of Holy Week, and of the Easter Triduum. Easter Sunday, April 17,2022 is the greatest feast in the Christian calendar. On this Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

LUBBOCK OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, 1120 52nd, Lubbock Every Friday in Lent (March 5 to April 8) from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Includes: 2 Fried Fish, French Fries, sides & a Drink $15 per plate. LUBBOCK CDA ST. JOSEPH The Catholic Daughters of America #1805 will hold an enchiladas fundraiser, March 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 102 N. Ave P, in the church gym. Cost is $8 and includes three cheese enchiladas, beans, rice, salad. Dessert .50. Dine in or take-out. CHRIST THE KING FISH FRY, 4011 54th, every Friday of Lent, March 4 (Drive through in back of school cafeteria), 11, and the 25th 5:30-7 p.m., $12/plate, option add shrimp for $3 - DRIVE THRU ONLY. Pre-order by 5 p.m. the Thursday before by calling Matt - (806) 773-8286, or, Gilbert Salazar - (806) 500-8068. Or email kofc3008fishfry@gmail.com ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, 10805 Indiana, March 4, Enchiladas - Youth Group - 5:30-7 p.m. Stations of the Cross - 7 p.m. Led by Youth Group. March 11, Fish Fry – KOC 5:30-7 p.m. Stations of the Cross - 7

p.m. Led by Spiritual Life. March 25, Parish Lenten Retreat. April 1, Enchiladas - Women's Ministry. 5:30-7 p.m. Stations of the cross 7 p.m. Led by Knights of Columbus. LEVELLAND SAINT MICHAEL FISH FRY, Knights of Columbus will be having their Fish Fry during the Fridays of Lent, from 5:30pm to 7:30 pm at the Parish Hall. It will be curbside service only, no dine-in service. All carry out is $10 each. The menu is fried fish, cole slaw, beans, hush puppies, dessert & drink. ST. ELIZABETH SCHOLARSHIP FISH FRY IN SNYDER, TX St. Elizabeth Church Parish Hall, 30th & Avenue A, Friday, March 4, 2022, 5:30-8 p.m. Fish, sides, dessert, and tea. All carry outs $12, Dine In $12 adults, children 12 & under $8. ST. PATRICK'S HOLY NAME FISH FRY SCHEDULE March 2nd, March 4th, March 25th, & April 8th, from 12-9 pm. Options include Fried Fish & Fries $10, or Salmon & Rice $12. They'll be serving in the church hall located at 1603 Cherry Ave.

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Memorials

GERONIMO" JERRY" RAMOS, 87, of Lubbock, went to meet his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2022. He was born on January 10, 1935, in Melvin, Texas to Enrique Ramos and Angela M. Ramos. He married Raymunda V. Ramos on May 19, 1957, at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Stamford, TX. He was a longtime member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church serving in numerous ministries: the parish Council, member of the Guadalupano Men’s Group, Catequesis Familiar Mediation Group. He graduated from Abernathy High School where he was an All-State Quarterback in football and All-State Guard in basketball. He served in the Army from 1957-1959; where he became a military Policeman. He started his career with the Farmpac meat packing company of Lubbock; later he would be employed by USDA for 40 yrs. as a meat inspector while, also teaching at Texas Tech in the Meat Science department. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Raymunda V. Ramos, his daughters Raquel Ramos and Yvonne Ramos- Wiley; brothers Guadalupe, Mario, Jesus, Enrique Jr and Oscar. Sisters Ninfa R. Cuevas and Elena Ramos. He is survived by his daughter Stella Ramos, son Raymond (Sandra) Ramos; Arthur Ramos (JoAnn), Sister Angelica Piña (Juan), 7 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

EMILIO RODRIGUEZ RIOS, 81, passed on February 1, 2022. He was born April 5, 1940, in La Efigenia Romita, Guanajuato to Viviana Rios and Rosario Rodriguez. He married Maria DeJesus Rodriguez on December 12, 1965, and they shared 57 years together. Emilio was a member of the St. Joseph Choir. He enjoyed listening to music, making pinatas, family, being outdoors, singing, and playing his guitar. Those left to cherish his memory are Maria De Jesus Rodriguez, Victoria Granados, Albina Rodriguez, Marisela Granados, Maria Rodriguez, Carlos Rodriguez, Ruben Rodriguez, Araceli Rodriguez, 30 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by Viviana Rios, Rosario Rodriguez, Pedro Rodriguez, Gregorio Rodriguez, and Aurora Rodriguez.

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JIMMY MARQUEZ,62, was reunited with loved ones in Heaven, on January 25th, 2022. He was born on November 13, 1959, to Cleto and Hilaria Marquez in Lubbock, Tx. He was raised in Petersburg, TX, where he met and shared his life with his wife of 43 years, Delma. He’ll be remembered as the life of the party, and the jack-of-all-trades who could repair anything. He loved the Pittsburgh Steelers, wrestling, Tejano music, and above all else his family. Jimmy lived his life as a devoted husband, the best father to his four children, and the most loving Popo to his 11 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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

ROSA “NANA” L. REYES, 64, of Lubbock, went to be with the Lord, on February 6, 2022. She was born September 18, 1957, in Lubbock to the late Eleno and Juanita Reyes. Later in life, she met Emeterio Lopez (March 22, 2020) cherishing over 35 years together. Rosa was a restaurant manager for a few years before retiring. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family and being a grandmother. Those left to cherish her memory are her sons Roger Reyes and wife Ashley, Jose Luis Tenerio and Jose Angel Reyes all of Lubbock; a brother Thomas Reyes of Taylor, Texas; 10 grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Emeterio Lopez; her parents Eleno and Juanita Reyes; a brother Jimmy “Bob” Reyes; and numerous brothers and sisters. JUAN TORREZ RUIZ, 74, of Lubbock died January 29, 2022. He was born July 9, 1947, in Slaton to Luis and Virginia Ruiz. He worked as a machine operator for a seed delinting company for many years. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and spending time with friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Luis and Virginia Ruiz. Those left to cherish his memory are his son Gabriel Ruiz of Lubbock; one daughter Yvonne Ruiz Jimenez of Lubbock; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

PAULA NARBAEZ, 80, of Lubbock called home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 21, 2022. She was born June 18, 1941, to Martin and Magdelena Gonzales. She graduated from Idalou High School in 1958. Paula married David Narbaez on May 5, 1963. She was an insurance agent. Paula loved to travel. Loved ones include her children, Jerry Narbaez (Emily), John Narbaez (Stephanie) Jamie Narbaez, Joel Narbaez (Jeanie); Jason Narbaez (Dalia) and Jeffrey Narbaez (Cynthia); brother, Jim Gonzales; sisters, Mona Oliva, Cleta Arrelano, Rosie Navarro, Juanita Arrelano and Margie Roberts; 19 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Magdelana Gonzales; husband, David Narbaez; brothers, Pete and Tommy Gonzales. JOSE TREVINO JR., of Slaton, died February 7, 2022. He was born on February 14, 1945, in Slaton to Jose Sr. and Santiaga Trevino. He married Irene Montoya in 1966 in Slaton. Jose worked as a machine operator for Goulds Pumps for many years and later for Paint Doctor. He was very involved with his family and church. His memory will always be cherished by his family and everyone that knew him. Survivors include his loving wife, Irene; a son, Rick Trevino of Slaton, one daughter Cindy Trevino of Slaton, brothers; Johnny Trevino, Tino Trevino, Manuel Trevino, all of Slaton, and Raymond Trevino of Lubbock; sisters; Mary Armenta, Estella Martinez, Isabel Trevino, Mana Astrada, Venita Caraveo all of Slaton; and two granddaughters. He is preceded in death by his parents Jose Sr. and Santiaga Trevino; brothers; Jimmy Trevino, Domingo Trevino, and Pablo Trevino; a sister Henrietta Rodriguez. RITA RODRIGUEZ MARTINEZ, 89, passed away February 8, 2022. She was born May 22, 1932 to Manuel and Rebecca Rodriguez in Barrancos Chihuahua, Mexico. She married Petronilo Martinez on April 24, 1951, and they shared 40 years together. Rita attended school in Mexico and worked in underground irrigation repair and contracted field work. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Petersburg, TX. She loved music, dancing and ballroom dancing. She was a loving, caring, godly woman. She is survived by her 2 children, 15 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 17 greatgreat grandchildren, and 7 great-greatgreat grandchildren. Rita is preceded in death by her husband Petronilo, her 3 daughters Francis Martinez, Elvira Martinez, and Amparo Martinez, and her grandson Julian Phillip Martinez.

RAMON GARZA, 87, of Lubbock, passed away February 13, 2022. He was born September 2, 1934, in San Marcos, TX to Luz Garza and Francisca Garza. Lived in Lamesa, Texas. In 1959, met the love of his life, Agustina Rodriguez. They got married on June 5, 1960. They had 5 children. In 1968, they moved to Lubbock. Became members of Christ the King Cathedral in 1969. Ramon was employed by McMillian Trucking Company, until his retirement in 1996. Retirement gave him the opportunity to enjoy and spoil his grandchildren, greatgrand children, and recently his great-great grandchildren. Loved ones include spouse Agustina Garza; daughter Diana Garza (Lubbock); sons David Garza (Amarillo); Frank Garza (Panama City, Fl); Jorge Garza (Lubbock), 14 Grandchildren, 28 Great-Grandchildren, and 2 Great-Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by Luz Garza (Father), Francisca Garza (Mother), Ernest Garza (Son), Lily Garza (Great-Granddaughter), Rosa Tijerina (Sister), Constancia Queriga (Sister). RICARDO G. RODRIGUEZ, 69, of Lubbock died December 18, 2021. He was born July 14, 1952, in Orange Grove, TX to the late Jose and Francisca Rodriguez. He married Anjelita Mercado in Lubbock. Ricardo worked as a truck driver for Lubbock Cement for several years. He enjoyed reading the Bible and by his example brought a lot of people to Jesus. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Israel Rodriguez, and Joe Rodriguez Jr. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Anjelita Rodriguez of Lubbock; his son Ricardo Rodriguez Jr of Lubbock; three daughters, Cindy Subia of Odessa, Reinalda Rodriguez of Lubbock, and Ynacia Ramirez of Lubbock; three brothers, Rolando Rodriguez of Lubbock, Roberto Rodriguez of Lubbock and Simon Rodriguez of Smyer; seven sisters, Angela Garza of Lubbock, Lydia Barrera of Lubbock, Nancy Cavazos of Michigan, Maria Urbina of Tennessee, Virginia Trevino of Lubbock, Gloria Rodriguez of Houston and Melinda Garcia of Woodrow; 15 grandchildren.

March Prayer Father, you know the broken places in my heart that were caused by the failure of people in my life. I confess that I have sometimes become disillusioned with your way because of the failures and inconsistencies in your people. Deep down I know, dear Father, that their failures do not mean your failure, but it is hard for it not to feel that way. Call me close to you. Give me a more gracious heart toward those who fail me. Establish my faith, strong and firm in you, O LORD. In you I put my trust. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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EDWARD (LALO) OLIVAREZ, 78, of Lubbock, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 31, 2022. Edward was born on October 28, 1943 in Harlingen, Texas to the late Eduardo Olivarez, Sr. and Adela Garza Perkins. He married Susana (Susie) Ortiz in Lubbock on March 13, 1972 until her passing on July 28, 2013. Edward obtained his Associates Degree at South Plains College in Levelland in 1979 and worked as a zone mechanic at the Lubbock State School until his retirement. Edward had a great adoration and devotion to his family. Those to honor and cherish his memory include his daughter, Je’May Dalton and husband, Anthony of Wolfforth; his son Eric Olivarez and wife, Barbara of Lubbock; two grandsons, Isaac Marin and wife, Briana of Lubbock and Noe Olivarez of Lubbock; two granddaughters, Ashley Sykes and husband, Tanner of Abernathy and Erica Olivarez of Lubbock; three beloved great-grandchildren. Edward was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann (Anita) Cantu of Rockford, IL and two brothers, James (Jimmy) Perkins and Guadalupe (Lupe) Olivarez of Harlingen. His late brother Cleofas (Beve) Perkins of Harlingen passed on February 2, 2022. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

In Memory of Danny S. Ramon

July 30, 1950 to March 24, 2001 Dad, We love you & miss you always! Love, Nickie, Vickie, Angela & Daniel

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