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“You know, the fundamental facts about the Hispanic reality are unknown to the American public. Latinos make good Americans. We work harder than any other group in this country. We fight more valiantly and spare more blood for this nation than any other group in this country. We're more familyoriented. We have deep religious beliefs. By every criteria that you think about, free enterprise, Latinos exceed and excel. So the story that needs to get out is that if you want America to be American, then support more Latinos coming into this country.." ~ Raul Yzaguirre (born 1939) is considered

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

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

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday! August/agosto

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Ernestine Lopez 8/1 Josie Martinez 8/1 Olivia Urias Leal 8/1 Tony Olivarez 8/1 Elizabeth Rodriguez 8/1 Esperanza Rodriguez 8/1 Brenda Mercado 8/1 Johnny Valdarez 8/2 Angie Martinez 8/2 Julio Delgado 8/2 Sandra Rosendo 8/3 Lydia Lara 8/3 Joab Mata 8/3 Ashlen Albus 8/3 Mario B. Hernandez (KOC11807) Rebecca Sanchez 8/4 Rene Placencia 8/4 Ruby Placencia 8/4 Lisa Perez 8/4 Ryan Anthony Acebedo 8/4 Dominga Hernandez Arbuckle 8/4 Beatrice Haynes 8/4 Sandra Deleon 8/5 Jaime Cortez 8/5 Adela A. Perkins 8/5 Janie Gonzales 8/5 Gilbert Perez 8/5 Estella Garcia 8/6 Corina Saldana 8/7 Olivia Flores 8/7 Reuben Reyes 8/7 Zoie Ortiz 8/7 Hector Jimenez 8/7 Debra Pugh 8/7 Mary Almager 8/8 Jesus Martinez 8/8 Fabian Morales 8/8 Malorie Ortiz 8/8 W. Clifford Franklin (KOC11807) Oscar Lopez 8/9 Teresa Beltran 8/9 Margie Lazo 8/10 Aurelia Rogers 8/10 Ray Fernandez 8/11 Ruben Garcia 8/11 Juan Martin Salinas III 8/11 Jose V. Beltran 8/11 Jeannie Arredondo 8/11 Victoria Espinoza 8/12 Brieana Puentes 8/12 ¬Isaac F. Mora 8/12 Joe Gaytan 8/13 Gracie Garcia 8/13 Tomas Cruz 8/13 Briana Monique Soto 8/13 Aniston Mojica 8/14 Melissa Ann Puentes 8/14 Alexandra Gabrielle Garcia 8/14 Michael Anthony Melgoza 8/14 Christina Pauda 8/14 Letisha Richardson 8/14 Ryder Bordayo 8/14 Madison Martinez 8/15 Roseanna Nunez 8/15

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Jake Madrid 8/15 Lora Salinas 8/16 Carmen Rosas 8/16 Lora Salinas 8/16 Samuel Montez 8/16 Michael Montrez 8/17 Debra Pugh 8/17 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Kevin Albus 8/18 Bobby Pauda Jr. 8/18 Abdon Rangel 8/18 Andrés R Balderrama 8/18 Mark Perez (KC OLG) 8/18 Marianna Moreno 8/18 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Mary Almager 8/18 Michelle Castillo 8/18 Irma Acebedo 8/19 Marianne Moreno 8/19 Lucy Marmolejo 8/19 Chris Zavala 8/19 Devyn Paul Perez 8/19 Alexis Constancio 8/21 Lee Deanda 8/21 Fabiola Garcia 8/21 Brent Rose 8/21 Pat Sykora 8/21 Linda DeLeon 8/22 Alayda Jackson 8/22 Jeff Northern 8/22 Joann Rangel 8/23 Father Rudolf Crasta 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Sabrina Santiago 8/ 23 Briana R. Alonzo 8/23 Lydia Garcia 8/23 Ruben Lucero Jr 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Jeremy Valdarez 8/24 Isabel Sauseda 8/25 Mary Singleterry 8/25 Penelupe Armenta 8/25 Roland G. Hernandez (KOC11807) 8/25 Mary Armenta Garcia 8/26 Pete Castro Jr. 8/26 Michael Ruelas 8/26 Amie Albus 8/27 Froylan Perez 8/27 Abel Reyna 8/27 Monique G. Garcia 8/28 Sonia Salinas 8/28 Carmen Olivarez 8/28 Steven Olivarez 8/28 Sean Martinez 8/29 Andy Quevedo 8/29 Janie Bocanegra 8/30 Julie Salsman 8/30 Adelida Zavaleta 8/30 Brenda Castilleja 8/30 Jesie Salinas 8/30 Lance Flores 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 Tommie Vidales 8/30 DeAnn K Lucero 8/30 Sean Castro 8/30 Joaquin Santiago 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 John Martin Gonzales Sr. 8/31 Juan B. Deleon 8/31

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"Happy Back to School"

Design By Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month's cover we truly wish students the happiest return to school. As much as we try is it not easy to keep our children from the realities that exist around us. Children today have experienced so many tragedies from the pandemic to school shooting, and then the effects of a growing recession. However, as adults we can do our best to make children be aware and enjoy their childhood. This month I had a little fun preparing the cover. If you notice I included Frankie the Fish who will be on hand at the 14th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" event to be held Sat. August 6, 2022. Come join us for a free, fun, family event. Also, a family picture of my hubby Frank and Daughter Amaris. And then for fun we added family pets as my own daughter often asked if she could take her pets to school. Again, we wish all the students a safe and blessed school year! ¡Feliz regreso a clases!

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Lupe Ramirez Jesse Madrid Manuel Reyna Anna Brito Rebecca Bustamante Juan Contreras

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UGUST is here and soon the kids will go back to A school. For me, the hard reality of life as we experience the chapters in the book of our lives is when we're at that

page where we don't have children in school and its back to school season. We loved going school shopping for my daughter, Amaris. Her first day of school is as memorable to my husband and I as it is to her. At that point Frank and I were excited to lead her onto her journey of education - especially because of the impact it had on ours. We met at and started dating in college. Together we experienced a ride that was not always easy but fascinating as we strived for a higher education. The end of summer also reminds me of my childhood when my grandfather Juan E. Castro took us fishing, which was his favorite past time. We called my grandfather "Papi" and I can still recall how he wore a hat and smoked a cigar. My grandfather was an avid fisherman. And because each of his young kids paralleled my three younger sisters and me, someone always tagged along with him. He loved the quiet time. And after he would teach us how to bait our hooks, Papi would share stories of when he went fishing as a kid. We'd ask him many questions, and in his animated way, he would respond. Over the day we would increase our laughing and loudness, which probably made him regret he took us. Like most kids, we had a short attention span and lots of energy. Even though fishing was fun, exploring the lake was even more exciting. You would have thought we owned the lake as we made our way all over - and someone always managed to get in the water even though we were told multiple times not to. I chuckle as I think about how my grandad did not complain when we wandered off, probably so he could have some peace and quiet. When we got hungry, he fed us bologna with the red ring that you peeled off before you ate, or potted meat, on white bread. That was really roughing it. After lunch, we napped - gently being lulled by the sound of the wind, water against the bank, singing birds, and the cool shade under his station wagon. The warm day absorbed all the energy out of us. When we woke up we were synergized and ready to repeat fishing, playing, and enjoyment of the day. When it was time to leave, we packed up and everyone fought to sit in the front. Once again we were loud and excited, and by then my granddad was ready to take us home. Although he wouldn't say it, he enjoyed everyone wanting to spend time with him. Soon, summer was over and it was time to get ready to go back to school. The first week was tough as we got back into the rhythm of a school schedule. As classes ended, I'd meet my sisters and we'd rush home, kick-off our shoes, and play outside until the sun went down. Then, summer turned to fall, and I think all of us longed to go fishing, and enjoy the days of simplicity and summer fun. Speaking of fishing, on behalf of Los Hermanos Familia and Latino Lubbock Magazine, I invite you to please start making plans to join us August 6, 2022, for our 14th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" FREE event. Our objective is strengthening families, and building community. We use fishing as a hook to bring families together, and experience fishing in a relaxing and safe environment with family and friends. You can pre-register at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com Congratulations to my former boss Raúl Yzaguirre on receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom! He is a mentor and role model to many - including me! Of course, please keep sending us your news and info and take time to visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en abril y siempre! God bless the children as they prepare for a new school year!

Two Latino Pioneers Honored with Medal of Freedom

wo Mexican Americans from Texas T who have dedicated their lives to fighting for equality and the advancement of La-

tinos were awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, at the White House last month. Raúl Yzaguirre is the founder and former leader of the National Council of La Raza, considered the nation's largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy group, renamed UnidosUS, and Julieta García is a former president of the University of Texas at Brownsville — the first Latina to serve as a U.S. university president. Born a decade apart in the Rio Grande Valley, Yzaguirre and García took lessons from their upbringings in the South Texas region to achieve positions of power, which they then used to dismantle discrimination and fight for the advancement of Latinos

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and other people of color. Yzaguirre, 82, born in San Juan, Texas, took a small organization with about $500,000 and 23 affiliates and grew it into a formidable one with a $40 million budget and 250 affiliates. The group helped shape policy on immigration, education, voting rights and more. Yzaguirre stepped down in 2004, after 30 years at its helm. He also served as the ambassador to the Dominican Republic under President Barack Obama. García, 73, born in Brownsville, Texas, was president of UT-Brownsville and helped oversee its merger with University of Texas Pan American to become UT-Rio Grande Valley, which serves mostly Latinos. She fought for money from the state's Permanent University Fund, which holds 2.1 million acres and revenue from oil and gas leases on the land, to create the university. Yzaguirre and García are among 17 people awarded the medal by President Joe Biden. Among the honorees are former Rep. Gabby Giffords, D-Ariz.; the actor Denzel Washington; and posthumously, Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., and Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple.

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Community & Event Brieflies SUMMER HIGH NOON CONCERT ON WEDNESDAYS every Wednesday through August from 12 pm (noon) to 1 pm at the Lubbock County Courthouse Gazebo. This is a FREE concert for everyone. 14TH ANNUAL VAMOS A PESCAR, LET'S GO FISHING August 6th, 6 am -2 pm. Pre-register online at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com. Children up to 17 years-old must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Los Hermanos Familia. At Buddy Holly Lake on University Ave & Cesar E Chavez Dr. For information call 792-1212. HAW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Hispanic Association of Women will be hosting its Annual Membership Drive on Tuesday, August 9th, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at MOW, 2304 34th Street. Come join us and find out more about our association! LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE LHF will host its Annual Membership reception on Thursday, August 25th, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at Premiere Theater, on the second floor. Our objective is Strengthening Families, Building Community. The annual membership fee is $40 for new members, $35 for renewals. Men and women are encouraged to join online and learn more about how you can get involved at www.loshermanosfamilia.org/ membership NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR HISPANA INSPIRADORA The Hispanic Association of Women, Inc. would like to give you the opportunity to nominate outstanding women in our community. We are accepting online nominations for 2022. Please visit www.lubbockhaw.net to review the requirements and list of eligible categories from which we will choose one recipient as the Hispana Inspiradora. Online nominations may be submitted by a group or by an individual by 5 p.m. on August 31, 2022. FIESTAS PATRIAS 2022 at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lubbock, September 11, 2022, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. 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.

recently visited Uvalde,Texas. I can attest that the impact of their loss will be felt for a generation. I wish I could say that it is the only time I’ve grieved with the families of shooting victims. It’s not. Just three years ago, on the first day of our Conference in San Diego, California, a gunman entered a Walmart in El Paso, Texas with a semi-automatic weapon and killed 22 people and injured another 24. Three years earlier, before our conference in Orlando, a 29-yearold man entered a gay nightclub and killed 49 people and injured another 53—the vast majority of whom were Hispanic. It’s time to acknowledge that the toll of gun violence on our community has been too high for too long. While it’s heartening to see bipartisanship in the recent legislation passed by Congress, we believe it is only the start of a solution. Now, I respect that people may have a difference of opinion when it comes to guns, even in Texas, but when you look into the faces of parents whose children have been shot—when you see the pain in their eyes, and you share their grief—you know there has to be a way for us to do better. We live in a dangerous time. Hate, bigotry and extremism are on the rise. The shooter in El Paso, the gunman in Buffalo who killed 10 African Americans, and the shooter at a synagogue in Pittsburgh all cited a violent conspiracy theory used by white nationalists—their so-called “replacement theory” which states white people face extinction at the hands of people of color. This same theory was shouted aloud in the streets of Charlottesville; it’s been voiced on Fox News and echoed by extremist candidates across the

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country. And now in the American citizens. It has shadow of that threat, they taken a century of struggle are coming for our rights by the MexicanAmerican, as Americans. Puerto Rican, and other Under the guise of Hispanic communities to making America great gain our rights as citizens. again, they’ve already I’mproudtoacknowledge taken away women’s one of those individuals reproductive and health whose life in service to rights. They’re trying to our community helped limit our voting rights and usher in a dramatic rise they’re making plans to in our social, economic, eliminate most rights of and political power. LGBTQ+ people. Here My predecessor Raul Janet Murguía in Texas, the governor Yzaguirre was awarded recently announced he is the nation’s highest trying to do away with the Supreme civilian award by President Biden: Court mandate that every child— the Presidential Medal of Freedom. including undocumented children— It is an incredible honor for a life receive an education. dedicated to the betterment of our They believe the lie that America community and our country. can only be great if they turn back Too many have given too much to the clock to a “better” time. What achieve our rights for us to let them they don’t acknowledge is that it be taken away. We must rise up to might have been a better time for take their place and resist the attack them—but it certainly wasn’t a better on our rights and persist in the pursuit time for us. of our freedom and equality. The It wasn’t better for women. It wasn’t most powerful tool in our arsenal is better for the LGBTQ community. our vote, but only if we turn out. It And it wasn’t better for Black is imperative that you, your family Americans. and your neighbors turn out for every Now, I’m proud to be an American. vote in every election—at the federal, There are moments in our nation’s state, and local level. history that I cherish and I loved We. Must. Vote. growing up in Kansas. I believe we To help, UnidosUS is partnering can make America great. But we with Mi Familia Vota to turbocharge must acknowledge that for much our turnout come election day. We are of our history, society marginalized putting together the most extensive, many communities, including multi-state, Latino field organization Hispanics. in the country. We were never seen as full But to confront a lie this big, we Americans. We were prevented also must do a better job of telling the from voting and serving on juries. truth of our own story. For too long, Like other people of color, we were others have defined us. For too long lynched just for being Latino. Most they have painted us as outsiders—or of our children went to separate worse—made us invisible. We need and segregated schools. We were to define ourselves. We must tell our deported even though we were story so that it resonates with all

Americans and becomes a part of our collective memory. It affects how others see us, how we see ourselves, how our children are taught in school, and what they see on television, in film, and on social media. Creating a narrative for our community is central to our success and an integral part of UnidosUS’s work going forward. I’m proud to say that we recently achieved a significant milestone in this effort by winning Congressional approval for putting the National Museum of the American Latino on the national mall. The museum will serve as a cornerstone for our efforts to educate the nation about our history, our struggle for freedom and our contributions to this great country. The challenges before us are plain to see. The only question is: will we rise to meet them? Can we end gun violence and protect our communities and our children? Can we beat back the voices of bigotry and hate and protect our rights as Americans? Can we dispel their lies and proclaim the truth of our history? I believe we can. I believe in us. Look around and you will see evidence of our resiliency as a community. You will see knowledge, experience, and strength of character. You will see the promise of our young people and the hope they offer for our country’s future. We are a force for good and, united—unidos—there is little we cannot achieve. ¡Adelante! ¡Siempre adelante!

BACK TO SCHOOL PRAYERS Sending prayers for our kids as they return back to school. Our children face so many obstacles but I urge families to stay strong and have faith. Trust in God. More so, have confidence that you have prepared your children. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." - Philippians 4:6

ERCOT I hope that the move to ERCOT is not something Lubbock will regret. While I don't mind conserving electricity, it made me realize that my family and I are not prepared for a power outage. I guess its something we should always be prepared for. Please consider sharing tips for an upcoming issue of Latino Lubbock. Keep up the great work!

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Be blessed, Ms. Hernandez PRAYERS FOR UVALDE Prayers for Uvalde. It breaks my heart for those families. This shows me that this could happen anywhere. Anita B.

ESTAMOS TRISTES Fue muy triste lo que pasó en Uvalde, TX. Los 19 que murieron eran soldados de Dios. Ellos, junto con las dos maestros dieron su vida y ahora están en el Cielo. Que Dios bendiga a los que perdieron a sus hijos o hijas. ESTAMOS TRISTES. Quiero saludar a la gente que trabaja en Latino Lubbock Magazine. Siempre miro los retratos. Todo está bueno.

Janet Murgia, is the CEO & President of UnidosUS the nation’s largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization founded in 1968 to elevate the voice of Latinos, by defending and advancing community’s concerns.

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LOVE THE WEBSITE My family from out of town, some even out of state really love that they can read the Latino on your website! THANKS AGAIN! Cheryl M.

I HAVE A GREAT STORY Are ya'll going to do the contest for stories in Latino Lubbock again? I still remember the last one and I have a great story. Martha Lopez

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GDP Fell 0.9% in the Second

Quarter, a Strong Recession Signal BY JEFF COX

he U.S. economy T contracted for the second straight quarter LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA PARTICIPATE IN 4TH ON BROADWAY PARADE: Members of Los Hermanos Familia prepared their float at the Fourth on Broadway parade. They had patriotic music that echoed through the crowd and handed out candy to the kids. The group took pride in the celebration, and "Letting Freedom Sing", which was this year's theme.

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from April to June, hitting a widely accepted rule of thumb for a recession, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported July 28, 2022. Gross domestic product fell 0.9% at an annualized pace for the period, according to the advance estimate. That follows a 1.6% decline in the first quarter and was worse than the Dow Jones estimate for a gain of 0.3%. Officially, the National Bureau of Economic Research declares recessions and expansions, and likely won’t make a judgment on the period in question for months if not longer. But a second straight negative GDP reading meets a long-held basic view of recession, despite the unusual circumstances of the decline and regardless of what the NBER decides. GDPis the broadest measure of the economy and encompasses the total level of goods and services produced during the period. “We’re not in recession, but it’s clear the economy’s growth is slowing,” said Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics. “The economy is close to stall speed, moving forward but barely.” Markets reacted little to the news, with stocks slightly lower at the open. Government bond yields mostly declined, with the biggest drops at the shorter-duration end of the curve. A separate report showed that layoffs remain elevated. Initial jobless claims totaled 256,000 for the week ended July 23, a decline of 5,000 from the upwardly revised level of the previous week but higher than the Dow Jones estimate of 249,000, according to the Labor Department. The decline in GDP came from a broad swath of factors, including decreases in inventories, residential and nonresidential investment, and government spending at the federal, state and local levels. Gross private domestic investment tumbled 13.5% for the three-month period Consumer spending, as measured through personal consumption expenditures, increased just 1% for the period as inflation accelerated. Spending on services accelerated

during the period by 4.1%, but that was offset by declines in nondurable goods of 5.5% and durable goods of 2.6%. Register at letsgofishinglubbock.com Inventories, which helped boost GDP in 2021, were a drag on growth in the second quarter, subtracting 2 percentage points from the total. Inflation was at the root of much of the economy’s troubles. The consumer price index rose 8.6% in the quarter, the fastest pace since Q4 of 1981. That resulted in a decline of inflation-adjusted after-tax personal income of 0.5%, while the personal OUR OBJECTIVE saving rate was 5.2%, down from “Strengthening Families, Building Community” 5.6% in the first quarter. “It really was to script,” Zandi said Join our efforts and become a member today. of the report. “The only encouraging thing was that inventories played such a large role. They won’t play the same role in the coming quarter. Hopefully, consumers keep spending and businesses keep investing and if they do we’ll avoid a recession.” After posting its strongest gain since 1984 last year, the U.S. economy began to slow earlier this year due Perform computer system analyst job duties to a confluence of factors. in Lubbock, TX. Requires: Bach deg in Comp Supply chain issues, brought about initially by outsized demand for Sci, MIS, or clsly-rltd field; 5 yrs exp in IT goods over services during the Covid professional position, to include 3 yrs of exp pandemic, were at the core of the problem. That only intensified when working/w: SQL, C#, responsive framework Russia invaded Ukraine in February and, more recently, when China (ex. Bootstrap), Javascript, HTML5, CSS3; enacted strict shutdown measures to OR Mast deg in Comp Sci, MIS, or clsly-rltd battle a burst of Covid cases. The first-quarter numbers also field; 3 yrs exp in IT professional position, were brought down by a swelling to include 3 yrs exp working/w: SQL, C#, trade imbalance and a slowdown in inventories, which were responsible responsive framework (ex. Bootstrap), for much of the GDP gains in the Javascript, HTML5, CSS3. Apply at www. second half of 2021. Now, the economy faces more ttuhsc.edu/jobs/ Req#29069BR, Texas Tech fundamental problems. Univ. Health Sciences Center, 3601 4th St., Inflation began its steep ascent a year ago and then exploded in 2022, Lubbock, TX 79430 EOE/AA hitting its highest 12-month increase since 1981 in June. A slow-footed response by policymakers initially Email your news and information to news@latinolubbock.net Page

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has resulted in some of the biggest interest rate increases the U.S. has ever seen. The Federal Reserve over the past four months has raised benchmark borrowing rates by 2.25 percentage points. Back-toback 0.75 percentage point increases in June and July mark the most aggressive two-month hikes since the Fed began using overnight rates as the primary policy tool in the early 1990s. “Recent economic data may not paint a consistent picture, but a second consecutive negative quarter for GDP provides further evidence that, at best, economic momentum continued its marked slowdown,” said Jim Baird, chief investment officer at Plante Moran Financial Advisors. “The path for the Fed to raise interest rates without pushing the economy into recession has become exceptionally narrow. There’s a growing possibility that it may have already closed.” Still, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell on Wednesday said he expects the increases to tamp down inflation but he does not see the economy in recession. The economic slowdown has created a political headache for the White House as well. Following Thursday’s report, President Joe Biden said, “it’s no surprise that the economy is slowing down as the Federal Reserve acts to bring down inflation.” “But even as we face historic global challenges, we are on the right path and we will come through this transition stronger and more secure,” Biden added. Most economists don’t expect the NBER to declare an official recession, despite the consecutive quarters of negative growth. Since 1948, the economy has never seen consecutive quarterly growth declines without being in a recession. The feeling, though, on Wall Street is that the economy could well hit recession later this year or in 2023 but is not in one now. That may not be enough to change public perception, however. A Morning Consult/Politico poll earlier this month indicated that 65% of registered voters, including 78% of Republicans, think the economy already is in a recession.

Biden Announces Funding for Internet Access in Rural Areas

.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) U Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the Department is investing $401 million

to provide access to high-speed internet for 31,000 rural residents and businesses in 11 states, part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to investing in rural infrastructure and affordable high-speed internet for all. This announcement includes a group of investments from the ReConnect Program, and an award funded through USDA’s Telecommunications Infrastructure Loan and Loan Guarantee program. The Department will make additional investments for rural high-speed internet later this summer, including ReConnect Program funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provides a historic $65 billion investment to expand affordable, high-speed internet to all communities across the U.S. “Connectivity is critical to economic success in rural America,” Vilsack said. “The internet is vital to our growth and continues to act as a catalyst for our prosperity. From the farm to the school, from households to international markets, connectivity drives positive change in our communities. The

investments I am announcing today will help 31,000 people and businesses in large and diverse regions across the country access new and critical opportunities. Under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, USDA knows rural America is America’s backbone, and prosperity here means prosperity for all.” USDA is supporting high-speed internet investments in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, North Dakota and Texas. Several awards will help rural people and businesses on Tribal lands and those in socially vulnerable communities. To be eligible for ReConnect Program funding, an applicant must serve an area where high-speed internet service speeds are lower than 100 megabits per second (Mbps) (download) and 20 Mbps (upload). The applicant must also commit to building facilities capable of providing high-speed internet service at speeds of 100 Mbps (download and upload) to every location in its proposed service area. To learn more about investment resources for rural areas, visit www.rd.usda.gov

El Paso Prepares to Mark Walmart Mass Shooting Anniversary

l Paso is preparing to mark the E third anniversary of a tragedy prompted by its immigrant heritage with events to promote healing and denounce gun violence and racism. The City Council on Tuesday will observe a moment of silence followed by the reading of the names of victims of the Aug. 3, 2019, mass shooting at a Walmart that left 23 people dead and 23 wounded. A representative of the Mexican consulate will attend the 8:30 a.m. ceremony. The shooting claimed the lives of nine Mexican citizens, some of whom were naturalized Americans as well. A mariachi band will play music in honor of the victims. Other events will take place throughout the day Tuesday and Wednesday. Border Network for Human Rights will hold a memorial at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Ponder Park, 7500 Burges Drive. The act will include a procession with crosses. The shooter allegedly drove 10 hours from North Texas to the border after posting an online manifesto denouncing the “Hispanic invasion” of Texas. He allegedly walked into the Walmart near Cielo Vista Mall and began shooting with an AK-47; he later gave himself up to police.

Angered but undeterred: Border community found strength in wake of mass shooting U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, accused Governor Abbott – who has called out previous allegations she’s made against him as “inaccurate” – of making Texas less safe for minorities since the El Paso shooting, not safer, by supporting open-carry gun laws in the state. Getting back to the healing, Live Active El Paso will be hosting a “healing session” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at San Jacinto Plaza, 114 W. Mills Ave. On Wednesday, the El Paso Museum of History will hold an exhibit called Resiliency that includes items left by community members at a makeshift memorial behind the Walmart in the days after the mass shooting. Luminarias will be placed at Ponder Park from 7 to 9 p.m. with El Paso Pro-Musica providing a musical tribute. Various public artworks and buildings will be lighted up that evening. And the El Paso Chamber will sponsor a “flashing ceremony” starting at 8:30 p.m. in which the city’s iconic star on the Franklin Mountains will turn on and off 23 times for each victim

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Protection Bureau recommends looking at your credit report at least once a year. Your credit score affects several things in your daily life, so it's crucial to know where you stand with it. Banks consider your information before giving you a loan or a credit card. Insurance companies may look at reports or ratings to evaluate if they'll insure you and how much to charge. Cell phone and utility companies may utilize them to determine if a deposit is required. Remember that you can obtain a free credit report at annualcreditreport.com once a year. (En español, p. 19)

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like an actual professional—but you’re not quite ready to commit to pursuing one career over another. That’s okay. There are still some things you can be doing to invest in your future right now. There are plenty of skills to learn and implement into your life that may help you when you’re finally ready to apply for that new job or join that program. Take a look at what these employers, business leaders, resume professionals and more are saying about skills to learn that will help you grow and complement your future resume. No matter the field you are entering, focus on soft skills that are easily transferable to any position. Four “soft” skills that can help you grow as a person and bolster your resume for nearly any career Relationship-Building. Recruiters and hiring managers consistently seek employees who can relate well to a variety of coworkers, partner with customers, establish ongoing relationships and demonstrate exceptional communication skills. Communication Skills. Both written and oral—are also desirable traits among potential employees. Every career requires communication. Whether it’s

responding to client emails, collaborating with teammates or presenting in front of team leads, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely is an important skill to possess and refine. Critical Thinking. This ability is a universally useful skill— practically every job requires you to evaluate situations and make decisions that might not always have a clear right answer. The ability to weigh evidence and project potential outcomes will play a key role in your ability to perform well in nearly any role— whether it’s as a nurse or financial advisor. While this ability isn’t something that can be honed with the snap of your fingers, there are strategies you can employ to refine your critical-thinking skills over time. Adaptability. This is important to both small and large companies, due in part to greatly improved communication and data collection capabilities, events that would take months or even years to develop are reduced to weeks and days. So it is important in your resume that you can demonstrate how you’ve encountered or were tasked to resolve challenging situations that may not have been in your scope of understanding, and how you dealt with them. Good luck in your search!

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TX Home Sales Decreased While Prices Kept Rising

he number of single family T homes sold across the state declined 5.6% in the second quarter

of 2022 compared to the same time frame in 2021, while the median price kept climbing, according to the 2022-Q2 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas Realtors. "Although home sales slightly declined, the demand for buying a Texas home was still impressive with more than 100,000 homes sold during the second quarter of 2022," said Russell Berry, chairman of Texas Realtors. "Housing inventory levels are finally on the rise in many areas of the state — something we haven't seen for several years — but home prices continue to rise." During the second quarter this year, the statewide median price of $357,388 represents a 19.1% increase compared to the same quarter last year. Nearly half of the 108,390 homes sold in the state were in the $200,000-$399,000 price range. Jim Gaines, Ph.D., research economist with the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University, commented, "The rapidly rising interest rates,

increases in home price, and tight housing inventory had a slowing effect on home sales in the second quarter of the year, but the Texas housing market is still strong. The data could indicate signs of a transition period for the Texas real estate market. If inventory continues to steadily increase and home sales price appreciation begins to slow, we could be moving towards a prepandemic environment." Housing supply in Texas increased 0.8 months in the second quarter of 2022 to 2.1 months of inventory. This is the first time inventory has increased year-over-year since the third quarter of 2019 and the first time it has been above two months of inventory since the third quarter of 2020. Homes spent an average of 27 days on the market before going under contract, five days less than the second quarter of 2021. Chairman Berry concluded, "Right now, it's crucial for homebuyers and sellers to equip themselves with accurate information and reliable resources. Working with a Texas Realtor is the optimal way to make an informed and timely decision in what is still a very active real estate market in every area of the state."

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City to Begin N. University Pavement Repairs

eginning Tuesday, August B 2nd, Lone Star Dirt & Paving LTD., under contract with the City

of Lubbock, will begin pavement repairs on North University Ave., between Marsha Sharp Freeway and Clovis Road . This work will require changes to traffic flow during construction. Appropriate signage and barricades will be in place

around the work zone. Motorist are urged to allow extra time for delays or to find alternate routes. Pavement repairs will take approximately nine weeks to complete depending on weather and construction. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Street Department at 806-775-2608.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Updated Nutrition Available for Children Facts Label O

he U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) Nutrition Facts label found on packaged foods and beverages can help you make informed food choices that contribute to healthy lifelong eating habits. Now you can test your Nutrition Facts label knowledge with the FDA's new Interactive Nutrition Facts Label Quiz! The Interactive Nutrition Facts Label Quiz was developed to help consumers and health educators understand the components of the Nutrition Facts label and put label review and comparison into practice. Quiz questions highlight information on the label, including calories, % Daily Value, serving size, and nutrients, and feature more information and tips to learn as you go. The quiz is part of the FDA's existing Interactive Nutrition Facts Label tool. This tool provides an overview of the label and an in-depth look at specific

nutrients and their role in your daily diet. This tool also includes other resources, like fact sheets, a label glossary, and more. The Interactive Nutrition Facts Label tool is available in both English and Spanish. Use the Interactive Nutrition Facts Label Quiz and the FDA's extensive suite of nutrition education resources and materials to learn about the importance of good nutrition. There are toolkits, games, videos, and more for health educators, youth and youth educators, older adults, and physicians and healthcare professionals. For more information about the Nutrition Facts label, visit www.FDA. gov/NewNutritionFactsLabel. This website includes fact sheets and videos to help you continue to learn more about the Nutrition Facts label! (En espanol, p. 21)

n Ju ne 17, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued Emergency Use Authorizations (EUA) to allow for the use of two COVID-19 vaccines in young children (6 months through 5 years of age): • Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in individuals 6 months through 4 years of age (3-dose primary series) • Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in individuals 6 months through 5 years of age (2-dose primary series) On June 18, 2022, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) unanimously recommended that children in that age range be vaccinated against COVID-19 with either of the two vaccines. The City of Lubbock Public Health Department has both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines available for

young children and will begin providing them to the community on Thursday, June 23. Vaccines for this age group are also available at many local pediatric clinics. Please reach out to those offices for information on their vaccine availability. COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are available at the Public Health Department, located at 806 18th Street, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Appointments are preferred, but walk-in clients are accepted. The COVID-19 vaccines are free of charge. To schedule an appointment, or to learn more about these vaccines, citizens can call the Public Health Department at 806-775-2933.

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Immunize to return to school

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vacune a regresar a la escuela

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

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

Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

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

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

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

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

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

ojos - los padres deben estar alerta a los síntomas que podrían indicar un problema de ojo o visión, tales como quejas de vista, dolores de cabeza y bizco al leer o realizar otras actividades comunes. Usar gafas de protección al jugar deportes - las lesiones oculares mientras juegan deportes pueden causar graves daños. Debido a que los niños siguen creciendo, estar alerta sobre la salud ocular es importante. Los problemas anteriores se identifican; cuanto antes se puedan abordar. Para más información, visita www. aao.org

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National Minority Donor Awareness Day

the number of Hispanic donors because genetic compatibility is one of approximately 100,000 the factors in matching Americans awaiting a donated organs to reciplife-saving organ transients. For more informaplant on, more than tion, on LifeGift and to 15,600 were Hispanic, register to become a doaccording to the Organ nor, go to www.lifegift. Procurement and Transplantation org or 1-800-633-6562. Network. It is essential to increase

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

hispanos, debido a que la compatibilidad genética es uno de los factores para encontrar el órgano donado correspondiente para un paciente receptor. Para mas información, sobre LifeGift o Regalo de vida y para registrarse como un donante, visite www.lifegift.org o 1-800633-6562.

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Making the First Day of School Easier

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

of starting school: It will be fun. They'll see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh their positive memories about previous years, when they may have returned home after the first day with high spirits because they had a good time. Find another child in the neigh-

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

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ecuerde a su hijo que no es el R único estudiante que está un poco inquieto respecto al primer

Healthy After School Snacks ids need less frequent snacks together and be sure to include a variety K

as they get older, but it's not surprising that most are hungry after school. Many kids eat lunch early — 11:30 or even before — and then have an afternoon of classes and maybe even an afterschool activity before their next chance to eat. Depending on a child's age and after-school routine, parents might not always be able to control what their kids eat in the late afternoon. But don't throw in the towel just yet. These steps can guide kids to good afterschool snacks that will be satisfying and still leave room for a nutritious dinner. Figure Out the Timing. Put yourself in your kids' shoes and consider their eating schedules on a normal weekday. Find out: When is lunchtime? What and how much do they eat at lunch? Do they ever skip lunch? Does the after-school program serve snacks? This will help you figure out how hungry your kids will be when they get home. You'll also want to think about what time you normally serve dinner. Create a List of Healthy Options. Next, talk about which snacks your kids would like to have at snack time. Come up with a list of healthy options

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of fresh fruits and vegetables. Pay attention to the amounts of protein, fiber, calcium, and other important nutrients, and don't miss the chance to talk about portion sizes. Together, choose snacks that are low in sugar, fat, and salt. Being involved in the process makes it more likely that kids will learn to make healthy food choices. Make Healthy Snacks an Easy Choice. Don't expect kids — even teens — to cut up their own veggie sticks. It's just too much bother, especially when they're hungry. Kids are more likely to eat what's handy. That's where you come in. Make healthy snacks easily available by packing them in their lunchboxes or backpacks or by having them visible and ready-to-eat at home. To read in Spanish go to www. latinolubbock.net/news-1 (Para leer en español ir a www. latinolubbock.net/news-1)

día de clases. Los maestros saben que los estudiantes están ansiosos, y harán un esfuerzo adicional para asegurarse de que todos se sientan tan cómodos como sea posible. Haga notar los aspectos positivos de empezar a ir a clases: Será divertido. Verá a viejos amigos y conocerá otros nuevos. Recuérdele

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

Walking to School

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

Be realistic about your child's pedestrian skills. Because small children are impulsive and less cautious around traffic, carefully consider whether or not your child is ready to walk to school without adult supervision. If your child is young or is walking to new school,

walk with them the first week to make sure they know the route and can do it safely. Bright colored clothing will make your child more visible to drivers. In neighborhoods with higher levels of traffic, consider starting a “walking school bus,” in which an adult accompanies a group of neighborhood children walking to school.

Caminando a la escuela a pie

segúrese de que el camino de su hijo haA cia una escuela sea una ruta segura, con adultos capacitados que trabajen como guar-

das para el cruce de calles en cada intersección. Sea realista acerca de las habilidades peatonales de su hijo. Dado que los niños de corta edad son impulsivos y menos cuidadosos

respecto al tránsito, considere con sumo cuidado si su hijo está o no listo para ir a la escuela a pie sin la supervisión de un adulto. La ropa de color brillante hará que su hijo sea más visible para los conductores.

All the best on a great school year! ¡Todo lo mejor en un gran año escolar!

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Back to School/ De vuelta a la escuela

Developing Good Study Habits

reate an environment that is conduC cive to doing homework. Youngsters need a permanent work space in

their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy. Set aside ample time for homework. Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time. Supervise computer and internet use. Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child's

homework for them. Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive. If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child's teacher first.

Crea buenos hábitos de tarea y estudiar

ree un ambiente propicio para hacC er la tarea. Los jóvenes necesitan un espacio permanente para trabajar en su recámara u otra parte del hogar que les ofrezca privacidad. Reserve tiempo suficiente para que se haga la tarea. Establezca una regla en el hogar que dicte que la televisión permanezca apagada mientras los niños hacen la tarea. Esté disponible para responder preguntas y ofrecer ayuda, pero nunca haga la

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

After School Child Care

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

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

Cuidado de niños antes y después de clases

mediados de la niñez, los jóvenes A necesitan supervisión. Un adulto responsable debe estar disponible para

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

hacer que se preparen y que vayan a la escuela por la mañana y vigilarlos después de clases mientras usted regresa a casa después de trabajar. Los niños que se están aproximando a la adolescencia (de 11 y 12 años de edad) no deben regresar de la escuela por la tarde a un hogar vacío, a menos que muestren madurez poco común para su edad. Si no hay disponible supervisión alterna Copyright 2022 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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Education/ Educación

Latina's Face will be Featured on a U.S. Coin

BY EDWIN FLORES

new U.S. coin will recognize A the life and achievements of an early 20th-century

WHITE COAT CREMONY HELD: The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Medicine hosted the White Coat Ceremony for the incoming Class of 2026. This is for first-year medical students who are beginning their 4-year medical school journey. They receive their first white coat and also recite their oath. Among the 180 students was future doctor Ricardo Isaiah Garcia of Plainview who was surrounded by his family as he received his white coat and is ready to work hard. The white coat is one of the most visible symbols of the health care profession. Many students dreams of putting on the white coat the day they are accepted into medical school. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

"Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing"

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leading Hispanic American figure in politics and education. A d e l i n a "Nina" OteroWarren's image will be stamped on a U.S. quarter, in recognition of her leadership in New Mexico's movement for women's right to vote, her pioneering role in politics and as the first female superintendent of the Santa Fe public schools. The quarter that will bear her image is set to roll out Aug. 15, as part of the U.S. Mint’s American Women Quarters Program, a fouryear program that started earlier in the year focusing on women's accomplishments and contributions to American history. The quarter's tails design includes Otero-Warren herself, as well as yucca flowers — New Mexico's state flowers — and the suffragist slogan in Spanish, "Voto para la mujer," which means "votes for women." Otero-Warren was born near

Los Lunas in 1881 in an influential New Mexico Hispanic family descended from Spanish settlers. A leader in the suffragist movement, she advocated for the state to ratify the 19th Amendment to legally grant women in the U.S. the right to vote. She became the first Latina to run for the U.S. Congress in 1921 as a nominee of the Republican Party; though she lost the election, she stayed politically active. Otero-Warren led the New Mexico chapter of the Congressional Union (later the National Woman's Party) and spearheaded the publishing of suffragist literature in both English and Spanish to reach a wider audience. Between the two world wars, she took on the role as superintendent of public schools in Santa Fe County, where she worked to improve conditions for rural Hispanic and Native American communities. She's recognized for fighting against federal demands to assimilate Hispanic and Indigenous New Mexicans, by methods which included banning their traditional languages and customs.

Education & Scholarship Updates NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna. org SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It lists thousands of scholarships. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource. FALLEN HEROES FUND Scholarship to assist with educational expenses of dependent survivors of service men and women and first responders who have died on active duty since September 11, 2001. Dependent survivors would include spouse, sons, and daughters (biological, adopted or step children). The scholarships are available as supplements to financial aid and survivor educational benefits. The applicant may be registered as a full or parttime student. Use the following link to apply: www.grantrequest.com/ SID_6007?SA=SNA&FID=35040 COLLEGE BOARD Fund Finder is an online tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your education level, talents, and background. Apply online at: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www.collegenet. com CHARLES A. & GRACE GUY SCHOLARSHIP for Students majoring in Journalism Office of the Dean, School of Mass Communications P.O. Box 43082, Lubbock, TX 79409-3082 CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci.org/scholarships/page/chci-scholarship-program AAUW SCHOLARSHIP The Association of University Women Educational Foundation Apply at www.aauw.org ADELANTE SCHOLARSHIPS www.adelantefund. org/#!scholarships/crij HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSORTIUM www.hispanicscholar.org/#!apply/c17ip LA UNIDAD LATINA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP www.lulf.org/apply/

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Youth/Juventud

Summer Meal Program sites in Texas to Resume

Youth Opportunities

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and eligible people with disabilities. The Summer Meal Program waivers will be available through September 30, 2022, or until the new school year starts. The KKFA does not allow all students to eat school meals free of charge in school year 2022-2023. Families must resume submitting an application for free and reducedprice meals unless their student’s school utilizes the Community Eligibility Provision to serve free meals to all students. For more information, visit SquareMeals.org.

TEEN GAME AFTERNOON Join us for a fun afternoon of card games, video games and board games! Free refreshments provided. Ages 12-17. 08/16/2022 03:00 PM – 08/16/2022 05:00 PM at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th.

will allow Summer Meal Program sites in Texas to resume grab and go, home delivery, and meal bundling as part of standard operations. The recently enacted Keep Kids Fed Act (KKFA) provided the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) authority to grant the necessary statewide waivers. TDA partners with food banks, schools, and other nonprofits to operate the Summer Food Service Program and the Seamless Summer Option which provide federal funding for meals served at no cost to children 18 and younger

FLUFFY SLIME Join us as we make fluffy slime! This is a family event as kids will need adult help making the slime. Space is limited so please call 806-775-3362 to register. 08/10/2022 04:00 PM – 08/10/2022 05:00 PM at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Ave.

Affordable Childcare is Available he Early Learning Centers of to help ensure each child is deT Lubbock (ELC) veloping appropriately is now enrolling for and teachers work with

14TH ANNUAL VAMOS A PESCAR, LET'S GO FISHING August 6th, 6 am -2 pm, Free, bring you lawn chairs, sunscreen and water bottles and join us at this annual family fishing event. Pre-register online at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com. Children up to 17 years-old must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Los Hermanos Familia. At Buddy Holly Lake on University Ave & Cesar E Chavez Dr. For information call 792-1212.

ANIME CRAFTERNOON Join us as we make a craft while watching the sequel to Inuyasha! Free refreshments provided. Ages 13-17, 08/11/2022 03:00 PM – 08/11/2022 05:00 PM, at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th. MAHON STORYTIME Join us as we read books, sing songs and make a craft. We will also work on pre-literacy skills (colors, numbers, letters). 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, and 8/30/2022 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, at 1306 9th St. GAME ON AT PATTERSON Join us every Monday and Thursday afternoon for board games and video games for grades K to 12! 08/25/2022 03:30 PM – 08/25/2022 05:30 PM 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+ ( 1 3 - 1 6 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free. TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities offers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old struggling with negative behaviors, loss of self-respect, bullying, etc. Parents may call 1-800-530-4704 and make a confidential appointment. DO YOU HAVE A STORY? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock.net/have-astory or, email your youth news, quinceañera, and other info to news@latinolubbock.net

the fall semester. Tuition is based on each family’s household income so fees range from $65-$125 per week. ELC also has part-time care available at a reduced cost. ELC provides each child breakfast, lunch and snack. For infants baby bottles, formula and baby food are provided at no cost to the parents. A developmentally appropriate curriculum is used

GET READY TO BE INSPIRED: The Girl Scouts Troop 6073 held their annual awards and bridging ceremony. All year long these young ladies have worked hard to earn badges, explored, raised funds, and they've had a great time! Girl Scouts is a great program and one that girls should consider in the upcoming school year. Whether visiting an animal shelter, camping, hosting a dance-off, or filming a movie—they’re learning to take risks, trust their gut, and team up with others for good. To learn more about joining, visit www.gs-top.org/en/about-girl-scouts/join.html. Congratulations to GS Troop 6073 and these awesome girls from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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

Cuidado de niños asequible está disponible os primeros centros de apre- apropiado de desarrollo se utiliza Lndizaje de lubbock (elc) se para ayudar a que cada niño se están inscribiendo para el semes- desarrolle apropiadamente y los tre de otoño. La matrícula se basa en los ingresos del hogar de cada familia por lo que los honorarios oscilan desde $ 65 -$ 125 por semana. Elc también tiene cuidado a tiempo parcial disponible a un costo reducido. Elc proporciona desayuno, almuerzo y merienda a cada niño. Para los bebés, las botellas de bebé, la fórmula y la comida de bebé se proporcionan sin costo a los padres. Un plan de estudios

profesores trabajan con los niños uno en uno para ayudar a aquellos que podrían estar un poco detrás de la puesta en contacto. El aprendizaje se hace a través del juego e implica un montón de actividades de mano para todas las edades. Los centros están abiertos de lunes a viernes, 6:30 am-6 PM Y ELC ACEPTA CCS. Para más información o para programar una cita para inscribirse por favor llame al 806-765-9981.

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

¡Felicidades! Congratulations!

Local Umpire Receives International Award

ubbock-based Collegiate L Baseball Umpire Honored with the "Trofeo Arturo Sanchez

Estrada" in Monterey, Mexico on July 16th. Landin was inducted into the 2022 class; The Award has been Presented each year since 1991 to Umpires from Latin American Countries and the United States. Landin was recognized for his accomplishments during his 28year officiating career ranging from the Texas High School State Championships in the early 2000s to Division I College Baseball. Landin and his wife Linda attended presentations at the "Salon de Fama de Beisbol de Mexico" in Monterey and a formal awards ceremony which took place on the home field of the Monterey Sultanes of the Northern League of the Mexican Professional Baseball Association. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Anniversary Joe & Dolores Vargas 59th as of August 7, 1964

Anniversary Jesse & Yolanda Guzman, 53rd as of August 2, 1969

Anniversary Emilio & Eloisa Abeyta, 46th as of July 10, 1976

Anniversary Joe Jr. & Aurelia Rogers, 29th as of August 14, 1993

Anniversary David & Laura Gonzales 28th as of July 23, 1994

Anniversary Frank & Christy Garcia 24th as of August 29, 1998

Anniversary Gilbert & Lucinda Escobar, 21st as of August 11th, 2001

Anniversary John & Alina Seright,2nd as 17th as of August 5,2005

Anniversary Jimmie & Dominga Arbuckle 16th as of August 5, 2006

Anniversary Alcario & Lori Garcia, 3rd as of August 10,2019

Garrison Institute on Aging

Reducing Stress in Family Members of Individuals with Dementia Texas Tech University Psychological Science faculty member, Jonathan Singer, PhD, and TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Aging invite you to take part in a research study aiming to improve quality of life for family members of individuals with dementia. Eligibility criteria: Family members of individuals with Dementia in Lubbock County. Contact: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Garrison Institute on Aging at 806.743.7821 or email Dr. Jonathan Singer at jonsinge@ttu.edu for additional information. Page

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‘A Million Miles Away’

Pena to Star as Farmworker/Astronaut in Movie

ichael Pena (Moonfall, M Narcos: Mexico, End of Watch) has been cast to portray

the life of former NASA astronaut Jose Hernandez in the upcoming Amazon Prime film currently titled A Million Miles Away. Peña will star as Hernandez, the first migrant farmworker astronaut in space who flew the Space Shuttle mission STS128 on Space Shuttle Discovery. A Million Miles Away is based on Hernandez’s autobiography “Reaching For The Stars” which recounts the journey of his life as a farmworker, working alongside his family, traveling from town to town working

in the fields of California. Hernandez did not learn English until he was 12 because of the constant moving from school to school. The family finally settled in Stockton when a teacher convinced the family their son had potential but he needed stability. “I think Michael Peña fits the bill, because he’s kind of like me, in terms of normal-looking,” Hernandez told Recordnet.com in a recent article. “I want the audience to sympathize with the character as the character struggles through 11 rejections to get selected as an astronaut,” Hernández said. The film is set to begin shooting in Mexico City in mid-August. Mexican director Alejandra Marques Abella (The Good Girls, Semana Santa, Northern Skies Over Empty Space) will

direct from a script she co-wrote with Hernan Jimenez and Bettina Gilois. The film will focus on Hernandez’s hard work and perseverance to achieve his dream of becoming a NASA astronaut after three years of trying and being turned down eleven times. In preparation for his ultimate goal, Hernandez earned a B.S. in electrical and computer engineering from the University of California Santa Barbara, earning both a Bachelors and Master degree. He was part of the team that developed the first mammography machine obtained his pilot’s license, became a certified scuba driver, and learned Russian all to ensure he would qualify for NASA when the right time came. Actor/producer Benito Martinez (With Love, 911 Lone Star, Sons of Anarchy) and veteran producer Rick Telles (Chase, The Surreal Life) are on board as executive producers. Mark Ciardi and Campbell McInnes of Select Films will produce. The casting director is Carla Hool (The Gordita Chronicles,

the exhibition. Based on extensive new research on that period, Americans and the Holocaust addresses important themes in American history, exploring the many factors—including the Great Depression, isolationism, xenophobia, racism, and antisemitism—that influenced decisions made by the U.S. government, the news media, organizations, and individuals as they responded to Nazism. While hosting the Americans and the Holocaust exhibition,

Amarillo Public Library will provide additional programs offering a more in-depth look at themes of the exhibition, including a weekly lecture series and documentary film screenings. For more information about Americans and the Holocaust and related programs at Amarillo Public Library, visit www.amarillolibrary.org. To learn more about the exhibition, visit ushmm.org/ americans-ala.

Americans and the Holocaust Exhibition

rom September 17 to October F 23, 2022, the Amarillo Public Library will host Americans and the Holocaust, a traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum that examines the motives, pressures, and fears that shaped Americans' responses to Nazism, war, and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s. Amarillo Public Library is one of fifty libraries from across the country selected to host Americans and the Holocaust and will be the only Texas venue to display

HEALING UVALDE ART PROJECT: Local artist Joey "Wiseone" Martinez was among 50 artist that participated in the 21 Portrait Project memorializing Robb Elementary victims with murals in Uvalde of the 19 students and 2 teachers. The project came about after the founder of "Mas Cultura", Monica Maldonado, connected with Uvalde artist and professor Abel Ortiz. Ortiz told her about his vision of the 21 portraits and asked her to manage the project. The murals went up at a time when grief is heightened in Uvalde. Joey chose his brother-in-law Frank Garcia's 10 yearold cousin, Annabelle Guadalupe Rodriguez. Martinez said that the town was filled with sadness and that the art project truly inspired healing for the families and community. The wall was 16 feet tall. Thanks for representing, Joey, from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Hispanic Heritage Month Concert

Now Calling Artist, Vendors, Entertainers, and Community os Hermanos Familia will hold L the 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Concert on Saturday, October 1,

2022, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will showcase area musicians and performers; food vendors including a brewery; have a mercado where artist and vendors will sale products; showcase the flags from various Latino American countries as well as offer cultural understanding, celebrating hispanic culture Copyright 2022 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

and more! If you are interested in becoming a vendor, performing, volunteering, or showcasing your car – please contact us immediately as limited space will be available. The public is urged to bring their chairs. For more info visit https://www.loshermanosfamilia.org/get-involved, or call (806)792-1212.

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Faith & Religion - Fe y religion

Diocese of Lubbock Publishes Final South Plains Catholic

he June issue of the South T Plains Catholic newspaper was the last, but the transition KOC COUNCIL #15876 NEW OFFICERS: The Knights of Columbus Council #15876 of St. Patrick's Church held their The Installation of Council Officers event. THE KOC mission is empowering Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community. (Photo by Heorgina Salas Barrera)

RURAL COMMUNITY JAMAICAS: Volunteers took time to pose with the Ralls St. Michael's Catholic Church priest - Father Peter, at their annual jamaica, which drew folks from all over the area. It was fun and festive!

to new forms of communication from — and with – the Catholic Diocese of Lubbock. Lucas Flores said, “This has been months, and even years, in planning to come to a new jumping-off point. We have been in discussions, meetings, and planning sessions to begin the publication of the new South Plains Catholic magazine.” In July, a new quarterly, glossy magazine was sent to parishioners. The timing will change from 12 times a year to four times. The type of information will change, but we also still want to bring local coverage and some of the same information. “We will work with the offices of the diocese and with parishes

En Aquellos Días…

abía muchos Cursillistas en la H parroquia. Cada semana se llenaba el cuarto de actividades con

cursillistas. Mis padres estaban muy envueltos en el movimiento. Mi papa fue el vocal varios años. Me acuerdo de que siempre andaban en las clausuras y apostolados. Cuando iban candidatos/candidatas BROTHER KNIGHTS: The KOC Council 16210 prepared kettle corn and chichar- de San Miguel a vivir un cursillo, ones at the Ralls jamaica! They were a tasty treat, and the parish was grateful for their todos los cursillistas de Levelland hard work. andaban bien emocionados y en ansias para recibir a los nuevos cursillistas. Mi mama y otras cuatro o cinco señoras empezaban a planear la comida y la música para el “recibimiento”. Había un entusiasmo que no se ni cómo explicarlo. Estos fieles miembros de San Miguel cantaban y alababan de puro corazón. Yo viví mi cursillo el 1966 en Plainview con el Padre Antonio González, pero nunca me puedo comparar a los cursillistas de aquellos días. Ahora se está acercando La Fiesta de Colores (26 de agosto) y se me vienen a la mente los nombres de los ST. ISIDORE JAMAICA COMMITTEE: The Abernathy parish took time from grandes cursillistas que levantaron working hard to raise funds that benefit the church and their programs.

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to continue to bring event information, announcements, and photos of Catholics on the South Plains of Texas.” He added that as they continue with the new format, they will also move to new ways to communicate and connect with readers including their website and social media pages. “Also, we hope you notice some of our other efforts in your parish bulletins and in local media – like Latino Lubbock Magazine to share the awesome things happening in the Catholic Church in our part of Texas.” Visit the diocesan website at CatholicLubbock.org. Follow them on social media at @ CatholicLubbock or join them on Flocknote – catholiclubbock.flocknote.com – for enewsletters and text updates.

este movimiento en la parroquia de San Miguel en Levelland –Severiano y Luisa Castillo, Oscar y Julia Garza, Samuel y Juanita Montez, Blas y Petra Álvarez, Trino y Ofelia Gutiérrez, Romeo y Socorro Gutiérrez, Domingo y Rosa Gutiérrez, Rodolfo y Rosa Hinojosa, Gabriel y Julia Hernandez y muchos más. Y la música de Santos Villalobos, Chon García, Los Hermanos Garzas era todo lo que se oía donde quiera que se reunían los cursillistas. Mi mama, Juanita Montez de 93 años, todavía atiende las reuniones de grupo y las ultreyas. Es la matriarca de los cursillistas en Levelland. Siento un orgullo y una tristeza porque, aparte de mi mama y Rosa Hinojosa, ya están los demás en el cielo esperando a cada cursillista para celebrar otro “recibimiento”. ¡DE COLORES, Hermanos Cursillistas! 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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August 6 - CROSBYTON, St. Joseph August 6 - NEW DEAL, Our Lady Queen of Apostles August 6 - LORENZO, San Lorenzo Church 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. August 6 - SHALLOWATER, St. Philip Benizi Church, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. August 13 SLATON, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church August 28 LUBBOCK, St. Joseph Church

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SHOES 4 SOULS Living Word of Faith Church will sponsor its 1st Shoes 4 Souls Back to School event on Sunday, August 7, at 129 Temple Ave. from 4- 7PM. Shoe Vouchers for $50 will be available for school aged children residing in the Jackson or Mahon neighborhoods. Parents must show proof of residence and have an ID. Parents must have their children with them to claim a $50 shoe voucher on day of event. Pre-registration for shoe vouchers will take place on Wednesday, August 3rd from 4- 7 p.m. at Living Word of Faith, 129 Temple Ave. Bring an ID and proof of residence.

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PCLS AND CATECHIST RETREAT on October 1, 2022, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mercy Center Slaton. More information to

NIGHT TO REMEMBER August 5, 2022, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock’s Night to Remember, at the Texas Tech Merket Alumni Center. For sponsorship or ticket information, email Gene-va@CCLubbock.org or call (806) 765-8475, ext. 131 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. YOUTH BIBLE STUDY at Our Lady of Grace, every Wednesday and Friday, 5:30 pm - 7 pm, at Buxkemper Hall, 3111 Erskine St. 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-rosaryonline UNDERSTANDING THE SCRIPTURES online at https:// catholicboard.com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www.catholic.org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews.com/

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Does the State Owe You Unclaimed Money

here is currently over $28 T million worth of unclaimed property outstanding for people in

Lubbock alone. Texas Comptroller’s Office, Kevin Lyons, detailed how to obtain money owed from the state that comes from unclaimed property that is mandated to go to the state. An unclaimed property could be

a deposit to an electric utility company or even money sitting in an old bank account that was never claimed, said Lyons. “After a certain amount of time, those financial institutions have to turn that money over to the Texas Comptroller’s office,” he said. In order to get the money, people are instructed to go to the website

and give their first and last name. If the name and address is correct, the website will then ask to upload documents to verify identification. There is no statute of limitations, meaning that the unclaimed property doesn’t expire. For anyone who would like to find out if they have unclaimed property, they can go to claimittexas.org.

Forward in Chris

he We were all creT ated to have a relationship with God. That

was truly God’s purpose for creating mankind. Think about that, our sole purpose in this world is... to know Him. Not just to know about Him, not just to attend church services, not to concentrate on a list of dos and don’ts, not to be manipulated by religion, not to be carried away by this world and the lust for it... But to be in a relationship with Him! The more I searched His nature the more convinced I became that knowing God is the solution to most of my problems. And as I listened to others share their burdens with me as their pastor, I became

convinced that knowing God better was the answer to many of their problems as well. I decided that I want to get to know God intimately and that I want to help others get to know Him as well if I possibly can. Would you say that you know God personally? If so, how well? Barely? Casually? Intimately? I leave with this thought with you, “Never forget that your very existence is based solely on God’s desire to have a relationship with you”. Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 32 years.

CHCL Welcomes Doctors Ortega and Walker omunnity Health C Center of Lubbock (CHCL) is proud

Dr. Walker graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas in 2018 and completed his residency training in pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas in 2022. Dr. Walker discovered his passion for medicine while serving in the Marine Corps. He decided after his military service that he would pursue medicine in the hopes of helping the people of West Texas. While doing missionary work in Peru he discovered that he enjoyed helping children with their healthcare needs. Dr. Walker was born and raised in Amarillo, Texas and is excited to start his practice as a pediatrician at the Community Health Center of Lubbock and to serve the communities in West Texas. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Ortega for dental care, or Dr. Walker at the Main Clinic for pediatric medical care, please call 806-765-2611 or request an appointment online https://www.chclubbock.org/requestappointment-form/.

to welcome Dr. Beatriz G. Ortega, DDS yo its dental team at CHCL. Dr. Ortega, originally from Peru, received her Doctor of Dental Science (DDS) degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas. She currently holds an undergraduate degree in Biology from Prairie View A&M University. Dr. Ortega is a proud member of the American Dental Association and The Texas Academy of General Dentistry. She is dedicated to providing quality dental care to every patient. Although Dr. Ortega loves many facets of dentistry, she most enjoys getting to know her patients. To her, personalized patient care is essential as she provides them with the individualized care they need. Dr. Ortega has been bilingual her entire life and has treated many Spanish-speaking patients. All of them were very grateful to have a provider with whom they could communicate freely about their dental health. CHCL is also excited to welcome Shawn Walker, MD a new Pediatrician to their team. Copyright 2022 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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CASA In Need of Volunteer Advocates

ASA is in need of community C members to devote 10-15 hours a month advocating for

children that need it the most. They only have three months left in 2022 to recruit, train, and provide children in our community with the gift of a CASA Advocate. A CASA, or a Court Appointed Special Advocate, helps vulnerable children in foster care navigate the child welfare system while working to ensure the child’s needs are being met and advocating for a safe, permanent home.

Individuals can register for these CASA 101 Informational Sessions at www.casaofthesouthplains. org or contact Tabitha Rendon, Recruitment Director, at tabithar@ casaofthesouthplains.org Upcoming training dates are: • Tuesday, August 2 from 12 to 1p.m. • Thursday, August 11 from 6 to 7 p.m. • Saturday, August 20 from 10 to 11 a.m. • Tuesday, August 23 from 12 to 1p.m.

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Raiders, Biggest NIL to Date

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Keith McNeese, and Ross Rushing, made a historic NIL announcement to the Lady Raider Basketball team inregards-to a teamwide NIL deal. Level 13 issued the following statement online: “We Lady are proud to announce that Raider NIL Announcement

Level 13 Agency has committed $25,000 per Lady Raider in the Women's Basketball Locker Room! We see you, we hear you, and we support you, ladies! #LΞVΞLUPLADIΞS” This deal is one of, if not the biggest teamwide locker room deals for a women's sport in the country!

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Veteran & First Responder Affairs

Noncitizen Veterans

Urged to Naturalize, Avoid Deportation

he U.S. government T doesn't know exactly how many noncitizen mili-

tary veterans it has kicked out of the country. A Biden administration official said he wants to keep the number from growing. The Department of Veterans Affairs began work Monday contacting 123,983 military veterans who are not U.S. citizens about how to become citizens, said Saif Khan, an adviser to the VA's general counsel and a naturalized citizen. The Department of Defense recently provided to the VA those individuals' names and information. They are people who were not citizens when they left the military between 2001 and as recently as April. "This way we can make sure our veterans who are transitioning have information to enable them to have all the benefits they will gain to become a U.S. citizen by naturalizing," Khan said. The VA plans to make multiple attempts to reach the veterans through phone and email in timed intervals — at 90 days, 180 days and 365 days after the person separates from military service, Khan said. Khan sees the outreach as working on the front end of the problem of deportations of veterans, while other efforts are being made to re-

turn those already removed from the country. Last year, the VA launched an online portal for deported veterans to use to apply for return to the U.S. In a recent hearing, a Department of Homeland Security official said there have been about 144 inquiries through the portal regarding returning to the U.S. Although the Biden administration has restored benefits to veterans, many have to travel long distances at their own cost to try to use them for health care. Many have low incomes because they earn very little across the border, and not all can access the portal or have access to legal services to help them navigate the process. The VA is also working to locate incarcerated veterans, including those who are not citizens, so they can get VA services, including naturalization help, when they are released. Khan said he hopes the number of veterans coming into the VA system in the future will be reduced over time because they will have naturalized while in the military. "We are going to be continuing our efforts anyway," he said, "to make sure no one falls through the cracks." To learn more visit https://www. dhs.gov/immvets

National Purple Heart Day is August 7th

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

urple Heart Day is obP served annually on August 7th. This is a time for

Americans to pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who were either wounded on the battlefield or paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives. Purple Heart Day is also known as National Purple Heart Day, Purple Heart Recognition Day and Purple Heart Appreciation Day. This year Purple Heart Day will be observed on Sunday, August 7, 2022 nationwide.

The holiday was first observed in 2014, and is considered an unofficial observance. States, Counties, and Cities pause in recognition of the service and sacrifice of their local sons and daughters. The public is encouraged to visit the Lubbock of the South Plains Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Monument of Courage located at the South end of Huneke Park, 4001 82nd St. To learn more about the criteria for receiving a Purple Heart, visit militarybenefits.info/purple-heartday

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Veteran & Military Connection DATES TO REMEMBER · Air Force Day , Aug. 1 · Coast Guard Day, Aug. 4 · Agent Orange Awareness Day, Aug. 10 · National Airborne Day, Aug. 16 PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598. VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. 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

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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La etiqueta de información nutricional actualizada

Neighborhood News & Resources NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will meet on for its August 18th monthly meeting at Our Lady of Grace Parish Hall at 5:30 PM. Presentations will be done by Community Development, and Code Enforcement. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting are the 2nd Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Hope Shalom, 2005 Ave. T. 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. NEXTDOOR allows you to keep up with your neighborhood at https://nextdoor.com/ news_feed/ DO YOU HAVE A STORY? NEWS? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock. net/have-a-story For more info call (806)7921212.

Important Numbers for Senior Citizens

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

3-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

4-1-1 Voting Information

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National Night Out to be held August

he National Night Out proT gram culminates annually on the first Tuesday of August.

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

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

Estados Unidos (FDA, por sus siglas en inglés) que se encuentra en los alimentos y bebidas envasados puede ayudarle a tomar decisiones alimentarias informadas que contribuyan a formar hábitos alimenticios saludables para toda la vida. ¡Ahora puede probar cuánto sabe sobre la etiqueta de información nutricional con el nuevo cuestionario interactivo (disponible sólo en inglés)! El cuestionario interactivo sobre la etiqueta de información nutricional se desarrolló para ayudar a los consumidores y educadores de salud a comprender los elementos de la etiqueta de información nutricional y poner en práctica la revisión y comparación de etiquetas. Las preguntas del cuestionario enfatizan la información de la etiqueta, como las calorías, el porcentaje de valor diario, el tamaño de la porción y los nutrientes, y ofrece más información y consejos para aprender sobre la marcha. El cuestionario forma parte de la herramienta interactiva de la etiqueta de información nutricional actual de la FDA. Esta herramienta ofrece una

descripción general de la etiqueta y un análisis en profundidad de los nutrientes específicos y su papel en la dieta diaria. Esta herramienta también incluye recursos como hojas informativas, un glosario de términos en la etiquetas, entre otros. La herramienta interactiva de la etiqueta de información nutricional está disponible tanto en inglés como en español. Utilice el cuestionario interactivo de la etiqueta de información nutricional y los numerosos recursos y materiales de educación nutricional de la FDA para conocer la importancia de una buena nutrición. Puede encontrar kits de herramientas, juegos, videos, y otros recursos para educadores de salud, jóvenes y educadores de jóvenes, adultos mayores, así como para médicos y profesionales de la salud. Para obtener más información acerca de la etiqueta de información nutricional, visite www.FDA.gov/ NewNutritionFactsLabel. ¡Este sitio web incluye hojas informativas y videos para ayudarle a seguir obteniendo más información sobre la etiqueta de información nutricional! (In English, p. 10)

Lubbock’s 2021 Water Quality Report Available

The City of Lubbock is pleased to announce the 2021 Water Quality Report is now available to the public. The annual water quality report – also referred to as a consumer confidence report – provides water utility customers with important information about the quality of their drinking water. Lubbock’s Director of Water Utilities, Aubrey Spear said, “The City of Lubbock’s drinking water meets or exceeds all regulatory standards. We are proud to continuously deliver safe, pure, and reliable tap water to the citizens of Lubbock for their enjoyment.” Lubbock’s Water Quality Report

explains to customers where Lubbock’s water supply comes from, plans for future water supplies, effectiveness of our community’s water conservation efforts, and how our water is treated and delivered to customers. Most importantly, the report provides the concentration of substances found in Lubbock’s drinking water and indicates that their levels meet or exceed drinking water standards set by regulatory agencies. The report is available at mylubbock.us/waterqualityreport or a hard copy of the report can be requested by calling 806-775-2586.

Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

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Memorials

Domingo Ponce, Jr., 76, of Lubbock, passed away July 11, 2022. He was born August 8, 1945 in San Marcos, TX to Domingo Ponce, Sr. and Consuelo Guardiola. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 1964. He enlisted in the U.S. Army 1st Air Cavalry as an SP4 and served in Vietnam. He graduated from Texas Tech University in 1973. Domingo married Patsy Villarreal on May 11, 1968; they were married for 54 years. He was a member of the Church of the Blessed International. Domingo was a patriot, prayer warrior, Vietnam combat war veteran, Precinct 30 chairman, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. You would always see him smiling, he was loving, caring, and dependable. Domingo loved the Lord and knew how to serve others and lead them to Jesus Christ. Loved ones include his loving wife, Patsy Ponce; children, Elizabeth Alexopoulos and Domingo Ponce, III; siblings, Alfred Guardiola, Clyde Guardiola, Oscar Guardiola, Angela DeLuna and Lenora Martinez. Grandchildren: Domingo Eli Ponce IV, Elena Alexopoulos, and George Alexopoulos. Preceded in death by Domingo Ponce, Sr. (Father), Consuelo Guardiola (Mother), Marcelino Ponce (Brother), Lionel Guardiola (Brother), Nancy Guardiola (Sister), Gloria Guardiola (Sister), Pauline Guardiola (Sister), and Janie Vasquez (Sister). God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

Bobby Gonzales, 79, of Lubbock passed away July 23, 2022. He was born December 26, 1942, in Big Spring, Texas to the late Guadalupe and Lilia Gonzales. He worked in a restaurant as a cook for many years. In his spare time, he enjoyed socializing. cooking and working for Tips Equipment, El Charro, and El Sombrero restaurants. Bobby is preceded in death by his parents; a son Pedro Gonzales Jr.; and a brother David Gon-zales; five sisters; Gloria Lucero, Rosa Perez, Lupita Gonzales, Maria Louisa Gonzales, and Lin-da Gonzales. Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters; Jessica Gonzales, Linda Gonzales and An-gelica Gonzales all from Albuquerque, NM; one brother; Joe Gonzales of Lubbock; three sisters Maria Arredondo, Josie Vara and Margie Chavira all from Lubbock; one stepson Charlie Gonza-les from Albuquerque, NM; a girlfriend Mary Castro Ybarra from Lubbock; and a host of grand-children.

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Jo Ann Gamboa departed this life for her eternal reward on July 7, 2022. She was born to Joe and Guadalupe Rios in Knox City, Texas, grew up in Plainview, and graduated from Plainview High. She contin-ued her education and graduated from Texas Tech University, where she became a diehard Red Raider! Both in her 25-year career in bank-ing as well as at home, Jo Ann was known for her loyalty; always kind, humble, and always putting others before herself. Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Justin Gamboa and wife, Ashley; grandchildren, AnnaLee and Adalynn; parents, Joe and Guadalupe Rios; siblings, Thomas Rios and wife, Norma; Cynthia Rios Trevino and husband, Joe; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by sisters, Bar-

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

Sophia Alma Huerta, 54, passed on July 17, 2022. She was born on January 30, 1968, in Salin-as, California to Joe and Rosa Ramos. She was a graduate of Estacado High School in Lub-bock, TX. She married Randy Huerta on July 5, 1986. Sophia is survived by her son Jacob Huerta of Lubbock, TX, her mother Rosa Ramos, her siblings Joe Ramos, Jr. of Laredo,TX, and Sonia Aleman of Lubbock, TX, and numerous nephews and nieces and great nephews and nieces. She is preceded in death by her husband Randy Huerta and her father Joe Ramos. Sally Guzman,62, passed on June 30, 2022. She was born December 21, 1959, to Maria Lara and Eusebio Castillo. She married Raymundo Guzman, Jr. on September 23, 1979, and they shared 42 years together. Sally was a graduate of Estacado High School and was employed at Candlelight Suites. She enjoyed thrift shopping and spending time with her family. Sally is survived by her children Melissa Castillo, Jeraime Castillo, Steven Guzman, and Amy Guzman, her 21 grandchildren,10 great-grandchildren, her parents, and her 5 siblings. She is preceded in death by her husband, her brothers Alex Castillo and Eusebio Castillo, Jr. (Jay), and her sister Rosie Garcia. NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

Humberto Arriaga of Lubbock passed away on Jul 17, 2022. He was married to the late Elvira Ramon Arriaga and spent many wonderful years together. He was born on March 25th, 1940, in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. He was a retired construction worker. He is survived by: Pablo Palomo Jr, Roberto Palomo, Estella Palomo Martinez, Javier Garza, Pablo Palomo III, Valerie Martinez, David Martinez IV, Vincent Martinez, Israel Martinez, Sal Martinez, Mia Martinez, David Edward Martinez, Fabian Henry Martinez, Devin Sabastian Martinez, Layla Martinez, Natalie Robles Martinez, McKayla Martinez Curtis, Vincent Syriano Martinez, Malia Sincere Martinez, and Elijah Martinez. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Elvira. Helen Hernandez, 88, of Lubbock, Texas passed away July 25, 2022. She was born August 18, 1933, in Fort Stockton, TX to Bacilio and Felisa Marruffo. She moved to Lubbock in 1949. She married John Hernandez in 1953. She was a homemaker; a loving wife and a mother. Loved ones include her husband, John Hernandez; children, Biatris Cabrera, Velma Hernandez, and Jimmy Hernandez; her brother, Ezekiel Marruffo; six grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; four greatgreat-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bacilio and Felisa Marruffo, and her son, Rudy Hernandez. Emilio Martinez passed from this life on June 24, 2022, at the age of 74. He was born April 19, 1948, to Demetrio Martinez, Sr. and Francisca Martinez. He married Rebecca M. Martinez on December 9, 1988, in Winters, TX and they shared 34 years together. He retired after 45 years with John’s International/Lunds as a steel welder/assembler.

Carlos N. Rangel Jr., 77, has gone to be with his Lord and Savior. A native of Lubbock, TX; he was born to the late Car-los L. Sr. and Aurelia Rangel on December 3, 1944. He was an alumnus of Lubbock High school. He faithfully served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force from 1965-1970 during the Vietnam Conflict. After his military service, he worked in the carpentry and construction business. He was a master carpenter for 60 years. In his free time, he enjoyed antique cars, guns, playing pool, and working in his yard or anyone’s yard. His fondest memories and times were spent with his family, where he enjoyed anything with them as long as he was in their presence. He leaves behind to cherish his memories the mother of his children, Linda Rangel; his children: Dinah Flacy, Damian (Pauline) Rangel, Vincent Rangel; grandchildren: Evan, Alyssa, Alannah, and Lillian Flacy, Heaven, Sparkle, Roman and Jazzlyn Rangel, and Natalia Crowson, Carey, Paul, and Jordynn Childers; great-grandchildren: Lez’Leigh, Aolanee, Jo’Riayah; sisters: Mary Parra, Kay Trevino, Olivia Lopez; brother, Joe Rangel; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings: Juanita, Socorro, Nieves, Francis, Betty, Manuel, John Paul, and Victor. Maria (Mary) Escamilla, 75 of Lubbock, Texas passed away on July 10, 2022. She was born to Ramon Martinez and Andrea Molina on April 14, 1947 in Mathis, Texas. She was married to the love of her life, Enos Escamilla on November 30, 1983. They had three children. In 2003 Mary retired from a successful career in the oil industry. Mary was preceded in death by her father, Ramon Martinez, her sister Lila Clark, and her niece Marissa Martinez. She was survived by her husband, Enos Escamilla, her mother, Andrea Molina, three children, 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 3 brothers and 1 sister.

Emilio is survived by his wife Rebecca, his children Martin Martinez (Sheila), Sandy (Shannon) Oswalt, Eva (German) Montoya, Mary Ellen ( Alfredo) Yero Porro, J.R. Garcia (Cayla Hoober), and Rene Garcia; his 21 grandchildren; his siblings Demetrio Martinez, Jr., Elva Tamez, Rachel Reyes, Nora Martinez, Rosalinda Martinez, Florinda Martinez and husband Jose; 29 greatgrandchildren, a great-great-grandchild; and many nephews, nieces, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his former wife Juanita Tamez Martinez, his parents Demetrio, Sr. and Francisca Martinez, his brothers Raymond and Joe Martinez, his sister Amelia Tamez, his son Elton Jay (Jason) Garcia, and his grandsons Cody Dale Tubbs and Elton Jay Garcia, Jr. (Baby J).

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Jose Otero

August 1, 1950 to April 3, 2022

José Otero, 71, of Vancouver, Washington passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 3, 2022. He is survived by his brothers Juan, Porfirio, and Antonio; his sister Guadalupe; his children Cristal, Joe, David, and Patty; his grandchildren Huxley, Ruxton, Royale, Henry, Frankie, and Celestina; his dog Buddy; and a host of other relatives and friends. A rosary and mass were held on April 22, 2022, at the Proto-Cathedral of Saint James the Greater. On August 1, 2022, a Military Honors Ceremony in his honor will be held at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon, and on that day his ashes will be laid to rest. He was born on August 1, 1950, to Celestina and Porfirio Otero in Lubbock, Texas. He was a Vietnam War combat Veteran and for his service, he was awarded a bronze star. He later worked at the Vancouver Veterans Administration as a rehabilitation and hospice nurse. He loved to read and talk politics and spend time with his family. He believed that life was for living; and he was proudest of being a father, grandfather, and husband. Juanita Garcia Montez June 12, 1925 to July 13, 2020

Mamá, cómo te extrañamos. Eras el corazón de nuestra familia y ahora vives en nuestras almas. Te amamos, Tu familia y amigos

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

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