Latino Lubbock Magazine ~ Volume 17, Issue 2 - February/febrero 2023

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Happy Valentines Day y Feliz Día de San Valentín! In any language love sounds beautiful! And it is a beautiful thing to be in love. As you grow in a relationship you become practical and conscious on how you handle it.

My husband Frank and I continue to thank God for crossing our paths and letting us build our foundation on Him.

Over the years he has brought me flowers, and the vases have piled. So, in efforts to be more eco-conscious, and to minimize, I recently asked him to no longer send flowers in a vase, but rather bring bouquets and recycle vases we have.

After 34 years, we've committed to minimizing stuff and being practical. We've accumulated so much together, but as I explained I do not want 'stuff' to take away from our time - so de clutter and donating has become a way to demonstrate our continued commitment, LOL!

A friend shared with me that before she married her husband, she asked him for flowers every single day for as long as they were married. I couldn't resist asking her, 'How's that working out for you?' Now I wonder, how many vases has she accumulated?

The realities of life make it tough for anyone to meet some expectations - but minimizing and practicality are definitely realistic.

When Frank and I first got married, we were working, going to school and we struggled financially, but the experience of it all makes us appreciate the journey we have achieved together! Our love grows daily and together we have transformed our experience into purpose. More so, we have a deep appreciation for each other because we are dedicated to each other’s well-being, as well as the world around us. We both have active schedules. So, I've learned to value the little things. Each morning, Frank gets the coffee brewing and then prepares my coffee as I like it and brings it to me... those little things mean everything. As he hands me that cup, I know that it’s sincere. It doesn’t take a lot to know that love is standing right in front of me.

Love is more than a feeling. There are many ways to express to others how you feel. Besides celebrating our sweethearts on Valentine's Day, February 14th, there are other days where we show those around us, even strangers, that they are important.

Random Acts of Kindness Day takes place on February 17th. It’s a day to celebrate and encourage random acts of kindness. Promoters of the day suggest paying for another person's meal in drive-thrus, letting someone go ahead in line, buying extra at the grocery store and donating it to a food pantry, buying flowers for someone, helping someone change a flat tire, posting anonymous sticky notes with validating or uplifting messages around for people to find, complimenting a colleague on their work, sending an encouraging text to someone, taking muffins to work, letting a car into the traffic ahead of you, taking a gift to neighbors, or paying for the coffee for the person behind you. Love is a verb, and love is kindness! Be kind, and please spread the love!

February is Heart Health Month. Please read and apply these tips from our health pagesd m me to love yourself to love others.

As you know we’re celebrating our 17th year of Latino Lubbock Magazine! We strive to be consistent in providing news you can use.

Throughout the pages you will find useful information, stories, and pictures . I hope that you will absorb the info and share what you learn, or pass on a copy of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Don’t forget you can find us on stands, and, online at www.latinolubbock.net also check out our social media pages for up-to-the-minute updates.

Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to our community. Thank you for your support and for reading Latino Lubbock Magazine. We are grateful to be 100,000 readers strong and appreciate our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free.

Till next month, thank you for your support and may God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo siempre! ¡Happy Valentine's Day, Feliz Día de San Valentín!

Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia

Publisher & Latino Market Specialist

“Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective”

Celebrating

17 Years of Commitment to our Community

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Texas Utility Help Program

Receives More Bill Assistance Funding

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) announced it is directing an additional $48 million from the Federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act to the Texas Utility Help program to support homeowners and renters who need help paying energy bills.

Through Texas Utility Help, homeowners and renters can pay off total past due utility bills for electricity, natural gas, propane, water, and wastewater, plus get up to $2,400 in prospective payments. All approved payments are issued directly to the utility company on the applicant’s behalf.

Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify:

• Household income must be at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.

• At least one occupant in the household must be a United States citizen or Qualified Alien.

“The past year was hard on Texans, with rising food, housing and transportation costs and higher energy bills due to extreme heat over the summer. With the additional funds, we hope to ease some of the burden for as many renters and homeowners as possible,” said Bobby Wilkinson, TDHCA Executive Director. “We anticipate receiving more funding this year, although it’s unclear when or how much that will be, so we encourage everyone to apply now if they need help.”

Texas Utility Help also introduced a program change that adds future payments for water and wastewater assistance at $85 per month, through Sept. 30, 2023. Previously, water assistance was only available for past-

due balances. Going forward, Texas Utility Help will send a payment to the approved applicant’s water and wastewater provider as one lump sum equal to:

• The applicant’s past-due balance (if any) plus

• $85 per month for future water and wastewater bills, through September 30, 2023

TDHCA advises anyone who qualifies for water and wastewater assistance to apply as soon as possible in order to receive the maximum possible benefit. The total amount of future payments will depend on when an application is approved. Applications approved in January will have $765 for future bills, while those approved in March will have $595 ($85/ month for seven months).

People who applied and were approved for water bill assistance prior to the program change will receive $765 in future payments, which Texas Utility Help will send to applicable water providers this month. Applicants that fall into this category will receive an email from the program so they are aware of the credit being applied to their accounts.

To date, Texas Utility Help has distributed more than $28 million and assisted more than 13,350 households. Funding for the program comes from the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and federal Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP).

For more information and questions, the call center is staffed Monday- Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. and can be reached toll free at 855566-2057. Help is available in multiple languages.

Budget Changes to Help Eligible Residents with Utility Bill Assistance

The Lubbock City Council approved a budget amendment that allows the Community Development Department to add $25,723 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to its Comprehensive Energy Assistance Grant Budget. That brings the budget to a total of $1,525,723 for citizens in need of help paying electric bills.

“These are for vulnerable populations, low income, actually poverty level that can apply,” Karen Murfee, Community Development Director, told the Council.

“It’s normally people that are on a fixed income that can’t afford it.”

Murfee said Neighborhood House, in-

side the YWCA building at 6501 University Avenue, handles the applications. They are now available until they run out.

“They can either get online and download those applications and submit them by email, or they can make an appointment with Neighborhood House, come to their office, pick up a paper application,” Murfee said. “Then they will go in for an interview and they’ll go through the process with them and get them approved.”

For those who need to set an appointment with Neighborhood House, Murfee encourages them to call first at 806-5891907.

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“When you are finished changing, you're finished.” ~ Benjamin Franklin As we embark on a new year I thought this was a perfect quote to remind us that adaptability is about the ability to embrace change with openness and creativity. It’s the most important skill in life and business because it’s the one that has the ability to keep us in the game when it feels as though the game is ending. Happy 2023! ~ Christy

Martinez-Garcia

Dicho

"The shrimp that falls asleep is swept away by the current." Meaning: You snooze, you lose.

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday!

February/febrero

February

On the Cover "Puppy Love"

Cover By Christy Martinez-Garcia

This month's February cover is deliberate. St. Francis de Sales is known for encouraging Valentine’s Day. And St. Francis of Assisi is associated with patronage of animals. Both encouraged love! Now more than ever, we must love dogs – especially strays. The growing stray dog populations are impacting cities across the U.S. – including, Lubbock! While there is no 'easy answer' to the growing number of strays, this is an issue that requires more public responsibility and involvement. The supply of stray dogs greatly outweighs the demand to be adopted or cared for. Lubbock Animal Services (LAS) needs the public's help to lowering the stray population. On average this past quarter, 150 more animals were brought into the LAS in comparison to this same time last year. Is it a problem? Yes! While many encourage pet adoption, strays and pets alike need to be spayed and neutered. LAS has programs for those who can’t afford to get them fixed and thank goodness for the P.E.T.S. Clinic of Lubbock, a low-cost spay-and-neuter clinic that has also been helpful in addressing the issue. There is no easy answer to the problem. You can help by getting your pet spayed or neutered, microchipped, and safe.

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Word from the Publisher Page 4

Political Page 7

Opportunity/Business Page 8-9

Health/Salud Page 10-11

"Crystal City 1969" Page 12

Education/Youth Page 14-15

Faith & Religion Page 18

Memorials Page 22

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"Camarón que se duerme se lo lleva la corriente."

"Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise," ~ Jeremiah 17:14 (NIV)

NLNA Members Concerned with Pending Permit of Batch Company

Discrepancies, Location, Air Quality Issues and Close Proximity Listed by Residents

BY LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE STAFF WRITER

Members of the North Lubbock Neighborhood Association (NLNA) and residents and business owners of the Jackson neighborhood area, along with their District 1 representative, Councilwoman Christy Martinez-Garcia, held an emergency action meeting to discuss opposition to pending permit #170767 made by Wilbert Funeral Services (WFS), requesting a batch company at 2301 Auburn.

About 100 neighborhood members showed up to contest the construction of the pending batch plant permit in their area concerned about air pollution emissions, as well as received a presentation from Adam Pirtle a staff attorney for Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas who represents NLNA.

As neighborhood members spoke out in opposition to the permit, they expressed concerns ranging from the R2 zoning that was established in 1941, to the lack of effort made by the company to make residents aware of their request, including not posting the information in an alternative language. The neighborhood is predominantly Hispanic, and many of the families speak English or Spanish. Signs posted at the business were in English only.

Martinez-Garcia said that numerous single- and multi-family homes are within 440 yards of this location in all directions. Also, well was added that Cavazos Middle School and the Cavazos athletic facilities are immediately north of the facility. She said that two grocery stores are less than 1,000 feet from the site and a City Park, Hollins Park, shares a common boundary. In addition, a large milk processing facility is also within 440 yards.

“The location proposed in permit #170767 is not separated by such logical barriers but rather is part and parcel of active neighborhoods, parks, schools, and grocery stores,” said the district 1 Councilwoman.

The nearest permitted concrete batch plant is located approximately 4,800 feet to the northwest. This facility is separated from the users and neighbors described above by an active railroad line and Highway 84.

“A concrete plant in the proposed location poses additional air quality and other

issues that are not acceptable in such close proximity to homes, schools, and similar existing uses,” she added.

Earlier that evening WFS released a statement claiming they were renewing a permit for an operation that they’ve had for over 30 years:

“Wilbert is committed to being a good community partner and complying with all requirements. We are not changing or expanding our operations at this time, nor are we adding a concrete batch operation. We are simply in the process of renewing our permit with TCEQ for the same operations we have maintained since 1990 which qualifies for permit coverage from the state with a Standard permit.”

In reviewing the application there were several discrepancies in the application including the company not answering questions properly. One such question asked was if there were schools around them. The company responded “no.”

Across the street from WFS is Cavazos Middle School.

“The discrepancy list is one after the other, and it’s very disappointing and concerning, and the public should be alarmed because if this is allowed in this neighborhood, it can happen in any neighborhood,” Martinez-Garcia said.

Several comments were submitted by the residents who also asked for a contested case hearing. According to Councilwoman Martinez-Garcia, Lubbock ISD Superintended Kathy Rollo contacted her to let her know that a letter in opposition to the batch company was also submitted on behalf of the school district.

She also reminded participating members that Texas Tech's Environmental Toxicology Ph.D. Program students were currently making efforts to assess contaminates/pollution in the air around Guadalupe, Jackson-Mayon, and possibly Arnett Benson neighborhoods to begin searching for possible contaminates of interest.

Alize Lozada, president of the NLNA added that they would be waiting for TCEQ to provide a date for a contested case hearing and said that they will be working to assure the neighborhood is well represented.

Visit https://www.tceq.texas.gov/ and include permit #170767 to learn more or submit your comments.

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A CELEBRATION OF BLACK

ART AT MAHON LIBRARY Before heading over to the First Friday Art Trail, stop by Mahon Library to celebrate Black History Month through art! This free family event will involve take-and-make crafts for all ages!

February 3, 2023 At 3:30 – 5 pm

SABOR LATINO Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 6 pm – 11 pm, at McKenzieMerket Alumni Center. Sponsorships available. Contact: contact@lubbocklatinochamber.com

INTRO TO ARABIC LANGUAGE & CULTURE FOR ADULTS Learn the basics of Arabic language and culture! In partnership with Texas Tech Professor, Rula Al-Hmoud! Ages 18+., onFeb. 7, 2023, 6:30 to 7:30 PM, at Mahon Library, 1306 9th St.

MY FOREVER VALENTINE DANCE @ LAAC

Bring your valentine and dance the night away at the Lubbock Adult Activity Center, 4011 University Ave. Pre-register online at playlubbock.com or pay the night of! Cost is $10 per person. Doors open at 6:15pm. Ages: 50+

SOUTH PLAINS GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING Join us at Mahon Library, 1306 9th, every 2nd Saturday of the month for the South Plains Genealogical Society monthly meetings!

Ages 18+

FIRE DEPART-

MENT 2023

GRADUATION will be held February 9, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at, 1501 Mac Davis Lane

ADULTING 101 @ HODGES Join other young adults (ages 18-29) and local experts to explore your biggest questions about this thing called life. This group meets monthly on the 2nd Monday of the month starting at 5:30 PM - Feb. 13, at 4011 University Ave. FREE.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

LAST FRIDAY BOOKSALE 2/24 & 2/25, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can buy gently used books for as little 25 cents! Friday shopping open to members only from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday shopping is open to the public from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cash, checks, credit and debit cards accepted. To become a member of the Friends of the Library, please visit http:// www.lubbockfol.org/

MEALS ON WHEELS MARDI

GRAS Feb. 28,2023, 5:30 to 9 p.m. For tickets go to lubbockmealsonwheels. org

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NHMC Calls on Biden Administration to Strengthen Latino Representation

At the start of 2023, President Biden announced 99 new nominations for the Senate to confirm in the 118th Congress. Of those 99, approximately 13 are inspiring Latino leaders who will trailblaze into these positions, from Ambassadors to District Judges – roles that are severely underrepresented by the Latino community. However, 13 of 99 is not an accurate representation of the Latino community, and diminishes the leadership opportunities available to our community for key positions in the United States government. In particular, NHMC is disappointed in President Biden’s nomination of a non-Latino candidate for the sole open seat on the Federal Communications Commission. As a Latina-led

organization, NHMC calls on the BidenHarris Administration to strengthen Latino representation among its nominations, as well as stand firmly behind and support Latino nominees and leaders.

Latinos are the largest minority group in the country, accounting for nearly 20% of the U.S. population. It is imperative that the country’s diverse population is reflected in leadership positions within our government to expand opportunities for our community, and voice the concerns of historically and intentionally marginalized people. NHMC, joined by

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

SAY NO TO BATCH COMPANY

Our neighborhood says, "NO" to a batch company where we live! It's sad that this funeral service company that specializes in funeral vaults wants to put its neighbor in the ground faster by exposing us to the polution and dusts emissions! Take it outside of the city but not in our barrio!

Sincerely, Ruben

CONGRATULATIONS LLM

We're so proud that Latino Lubbock Magazine is celebrating its 17th year! We look forward to it every month. God bless your staff and keep up the great work!

Maria Chapa

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MATTHEWS CLOSING? WHY?

I'm concerned about the closure of Matthew's, Academy on North Lubbock. Isn't this the fourth school in this district to be closed? DO we really need empty building that aren't always maintained and that attract squatters and kids vandalizing them? With all due respcet, Matthews is closing? WHy? Ms. Chavez - you got some xplaining to do.

Andrew Alvarado

DENTURES NEEDED

Awhile back Latino Lubbock had an article about denture prices being reduced. Is it possible for you to email me that info or remind me when the article was posted? I'm needing dentures for both of my parents and they are really exspensive and we sure would appreciate any help. We love Latino Lubbock!

Sincerely,

Rosie Ramos

CLEAN UP TRASH

I'm so tired of people dumping their junk on the side of the dumpster! Sometimes the neighbor's kids just throw the bags of trash on top of the dumpster and then the cats come and pick through them, or people will just lift the lids and let the trash to fall to the side. Why do people have to be so disrespectful? Teach your kids, cause this impacts all of us! When I confronted one of my neighbors he blamed the city trash department for not picking up stuff, but we need to hold the neighbors accountable. They need to clean up their act!

Joe Gonzalez

Latino civil rights allies, voiced this to President Biden in a letter earlier this month with regards to the President’s pick for the FCC – to which we received no response. The representation of Latinos at agencies, like the FCC which has not had a Latino commissioner for over two decades, is a necessary component of meaningful progress. But, progress for some does not equate to progress for all – especially when some of us are denied a seat at the table. NHMC will not sacrifice what our community needs – representation – for the crumbs of “progress” that will be left for our people. Our representation in leadership is

an informidable tenet of inclusion, social justice, and democratic values. Latinos in leadership positions are the rule, not the exception. We call on the BidenHarris Administration and White House to acknowledge, embrace, and adopt this perspective, and to remedy its current lack of Latino nominees.

Brenda Victoria Castillo is President & CEO National Hispanic Media Coalition. NHMC pushes boundaries to encourage the entertainment and news industry to reflect the diversity of America behind and in front of the camera by Amplifying Voices in the Latino community. Their team of legal experts analyze telecommunications policy and proceedings, testify before Congress and government agencies and engage decisionmakers to support programs that bring phone and internet service within reach for lowincome families.

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LULAC Vows to be at Center of Texas' Legislative Session to Ensure State's Latinos Are Represented

The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) says the organization will be in the house as the Texas Legislature convenes the 88th regular session from January 10 to May 29, 2023.

"There is a great deal at stake in one of the nation's bellwether states for Latinos," said Domingo Garcia, LULAC national president. "2023 marks an important milestone in Texas as Latino voters reach record numbers, and the 2024 presidential campaign is already on the horizon. The state's Republican-led legislature has shown it is willing to do whatever it takes to retain power, and this session will be critical to its plans. The road to the White House next year runs through this statehouse, and LULAC is here to make sure Latino voter rights are protected," said Garcia.

"Education is center stage for LULAC during this session, according to veteran LULAC leaders who have been involved in

Thank You!

On March 3, 2023, Saint Francis Ministries will formally dedicate and open our new residential treatment facility for children and youth.

Thanks to people of Lubbock, young people in the Panhandle will receive the care they need to heal, grow, and rediscover hope.

legislative policy for decades. "It is disheartening at times, and even my children wonder why I keep doing this work, but we can and must," says Gloria Sasser, Texas LULAC chief-of-staff and former League of Women Voters state official. "It is critical to make sure that funding for our Latino school children is protected, especially for dual language programs, and to ensure students with special needs have the resources they need. Also, educational programs should not be infringed upon for teaching historically accurate accounts," said Sasser.

LULAC says it is monitoring planned legislative actions on other vital issues, including expanding Medicaid for children and families, healthcare for women, gun law reforms, programs impacting veterans, and the rights of the LGBTQ community. "I live the reality daily of being in a state where the law operates on a double standard between its straight and gay taxpayers," said Rodolfo Rosales Jr.,

Texas LULAC state director and the organization's first openly gay elected officer. "This legislature is packed with individuals who claim to love God, but they can't love their fellow gay neighbor, forcing even some of them to remain in the closet," added Rosales. "LULAC pledges to fight for LGBTQ rights,” he added. Texas LULAC and chapters across the United States are creating coalitions to monitor legislative activity and track bills better as they make their way through the deliberation process. "Recently, we participated in a comprehensive legislative briefing with other community-based legacy civil rights organizations in Texas," said Gabriel Rosas, Texas LULAC legislative director. "We understand well that there is strength in numbers.Also, it is evident to us that we must be present in both chambers of the legislature this session to have our voices heard and our views expressed. That is exactly what we are prepared to do," said Rosales.

H.R. 2617 to Allocate Funding to Ports-to-Plains Corridor

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Following the designation in H.R. 2617 of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor as an Interstate along the Corridor in Texas Congressional District 19, the first Community Project will initiate planning as recommended by the Ports-to-Plains Corridor Interstate Feasibility Study Final Report published in October 2020 by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Congressman Jodey Arrington requested $1.6 million, which will be matched by TxDOT with $400,000, bringing $2.0 million toward initiating Project Feasibility, Preliminary Design, and Environmental for interstate upgrades along the Ports-to-Plains Texas Corridor.

The next two Community Projects address State Loop 88 located in Lubbock, Texas, which will be a major reliever route

he FY2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill (H.R. 2617) passed the U.S. Senate on December 22, 2022, and the U.S. House on December 23, 2022, with President Biden sign ing the legislation on December 29, 2022. Included in the bill were four Community Projects benefiting the Ports-to-Plains Alliance corridor in Texas.to the Ports-to-Plains Corridor. The final project included in the FY2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill will benefit the connection between the Ports-to-Plains Corridor and the Camino Real International Bridge at Eagle Pass. The bill contains $5 million requested by Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23). The City of Eagle Pass will provide the match of $1.25 million bringing the project total to $6.25 million.

“I am thrilled by the funding approved which will help develop the corridor quicker,” said John Osborne, chairman of the Ports-to-Plains Alliance. “The interstate designation and expansion along the Corridor in the Texas Congressional District 19 is catalytic for the future of the rural communities in South and West Texas. Not only will these communities along the Corridor feel the positive impacts as we increase the efficiency of transporting imports and exports, alleviate congestion throughout the state and improve safety for travelers, but citizens across Texas will benefit from these improvements as well.”

GUTIERREZ SWORN IN AS JUDGE: Justice of the Peace - Precinct 3. Gutierrez assumed office on January 1, 2023. He is from Lubbock, Texas. He attended Texas Tech University and served in the U.S. Army. Gutierrez won in the general election on November 8, 2022. His term ends on December 31, 2026. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Notice Of Early Voting Proposal Being Made to Let People Choose Hispanic or Latino as a Race

BY SUZANNE GAMBOA

The Biden administration is proposing to allow people to check off Hispanic or Latino as their race, as well as their ethnicity.

The administration has been reviewing its more than quartercentury-old definitions of race and ethnicity and is proposing to combine two questions about race and ethnicity into one on the census and in other government data collection.

The administration also is proposing a Middle Eastern or North African category, shortened to MENA. Currently people of such origin are included in the white category, something people in the MENA category have advocated to be changed for three decades, the proposal states.

The next U.S. census will be conducted in 2030.

"The nation does periodically examine how it asks about race and ethnicity and the ways we report out those findings can be important," Mark Hugo Lopez, director of race and ethnicity research for Pew Research Center, said Thursday.

Evidence suggests the current two-part question confuses many people who see race and ethnicity as similar, according to the group of experts studying the federal government's 1997 race and ethnicity standards.

Currently, a two-part question asks whether a person is Hispanic

or Latino and then asks their race, which does not include Hispanic or Latino.

A large and growing share of Latinos have reported either no race or chose some other race on the decennial census and the American Community Survey. Research has shown that combining the question reduces confusion and decreases the "some other race" response, according to the proposal.

The Census Bureau found that 4 in 10 Hispanics, 42%, marked "some other race" in the 2020 census. A third selected two or more racial groups and 20% chose white as their race, Pew reported in 2021.

Latino adults were more likely than white or Black adults to say the 2020 decennial census' two-part race and ethnicity questions did not reflect their identity well, according to a 2020 Pew Survey.

The administration's proposal is preliminary. A public comment period will follow its publication in the Federal Register.

There has long been debate about how Hispanics or Latinos are captured in the census and other government data and whether the two-part question contributes to undercounts of the population.

For the 2020 census, the federal government had proposed refashioning the question on Hispanics and adding a MENA checkbox. But those proposals were shelved during the Trump administration.

The proposed changes would affect the way the federal government captures racial and ethnic information on the decennial census and also on surveys such as those done by the National Center for Health Statistics or the Department of Education, Pew's Lopez said.

He added it has implications for research organizations such as Pew Research, which uses the Census Bureau's data collection as a standard to weight public opinion surveys.

It also is proposing the discontinuation of the use of the words majority and minority. It also is considering allowing people to check more boxes on their racial or ethnic identity and then provide more details in each category.

For example, people could check white and then check boxes for Italian, German or other countries of origin and also check American Indian or Hispanic or Latino and then check Mexican or Mexican American or Puerto Rican and others.

The public will have 75 days from 1/27/23 publication of the proposal, labeled as OMB-2023-0001, to submit their comments to a federal website.

Democrats Stand Against Republicans’ National Sales Tax Plan

Democrats have come out to criticize the Republicans’ National Sales Tax plan. They say the new plan will do more damage to middle-income Americans.

“This so called fair tax plan is the craziest yet,” Senate Majority Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said.

Democrats are railing against a new tax plan proposed by some Republicans.

“Who’s sitting in some dungeon, some laboratory, some basement, cooking up these extreme ideas to try to jam them down the throats of the American people,” House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said.

On January 25th, Jeffries and Schumer said they reject the plan to abolish the IRS and replace federal income tax with a nationwide 30% sales tax.

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“It would be the largest tax increase for working Americans ever,” Schumer said.

The Fair Tax Act is sponsored by 24 house Republicans but doesn’t have the support of Speaker Kevin McCarthy. However, Schumer and Jeffries say McCarthy may be too weak to stop the bill.

“I don’t underestimate the power over McCarthy of these extreme MAGA republicans,” Schumer said.

The bill could pass in the house but Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) says he can’t see it passing in the Senate.

“I’m not in favor of tax increases for just about anybody and certainly not working people,” Hawley said.

Jeffries, Schumer, and Hawley agree any legislation that doesn’t help the American people will not make progress in this Congress.

The Cities and Schools General Elections is set for May 6, 2023.

Last Day to File for Place on General Election Ballot (Local Political Subdivisions Only) is Friday, February 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Last Day to Order General Election or Election on a Measure is Friday, February 17, 2023

Last Day to Register to Vote is Thursday, April 6, 2023. Early Voting by Personal Appearance is Monday, April 24 through Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked) is Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Election Day is Saturday, May 6, 2023.

The Main Polling Place: Lubbock County Elections Office, in Public Room, 1308 Crickets Ave.

All early polling locations on the dates, times and locations can be found at www.votelubbock.org

Notación De Votación Adelantada

Las Elecciones Generales de Ciudades y Escuelas están programadas para el 6 de mayo de 2023.

El último día para solicitar un lugar en la boleta de la elección general (solo subdivisiones políticas locales) es el viernes 17 de febrero de 2023 a las 5:00 p. m.

El último día para ordenar la elección general o la elección de una medida es el viernes 17 de febrero de 2023. El último día para registrarse para votar es el jueves 6 de abril de 2023. La votación anticipada en persona es el lunes 24 de abril hasta el martes 2 de mayo de 2023.

El último día para solicitar una boleta por correo (recibida, sin matasellos) es el martes 25 de abril de 2023. El día de las elecciones es el sábado 6 de mayo de 2023.

El lugar de votación principal: Oficina de elecciones del condado de Lubbock, en la sala pública, 1308 Crickets Ave. Todos los lugares de votación temprana en las fechas, horas y lugares se pueden encontrar en www.votelubbock.org

Cecilia Vega Becomes First Latina Correspondent For ’60 Minutes’

Veteran journalist Cecilia Vega, the former ABC News’ chief White House correspondent, is joining CBS News as a correspondent for the oldest news show on TV, 60 minutes. The Emmy-Award-winning MexicanAmerican journalist is the first Latina correspondent in the show’s 55-year history. “This is a dream come true. I am beyond honored to join the ranks of this legendary show and to work alongside the best reporters in journalism,” Vega said in a statement. The Bay area native began her career in journalism as a reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle. After leaving the Chronicle, Vega joined ABC in 2011 as a general assignment reporter. However, Vega steadily climbed up the ranks in ABC, and in 2021 she became the first Latina to be named chief White House

correspondent of an Englishlanguage network.

As the first to graduate college in her immediate family and a granddaughter of Mexican immigrants from a working-class family, Vega’s journey into entering the White House is what she describes to ABC News as an example of the “American Dream.”

“My family never would have expected anyone in our family to end up working at the White House, what an example of the American dream. To have the granddaughter of Mexican immigrants working at the White House.”

At ABC Vega has reported on major political news stories like Hillary Clinton’s 2016 Presidential Election where

she served as the lead reporter and the Donald Trump Administration where she was appointed as the senior White House correspondent. She will officially begin reporting for 60 minutes in the spring where she will continue to be based in Washington, D.C. As a Latina from a working-class family who worked her way up, it’s proof that anything is possible. 60 Minutes is considered the No.1 news program in the U.S. and with more than 60 million Latinxs in the U.S., this level of representation matters.

“Dream big. I mean this with all of my heart, If I can end up here you can end up right here too. And you should,” Vega told ABC News about what advice she would like to offer young journalists.

City Test Outdoor Warning System Sirens on 2nd Fridays

The The City of Lubbock will con duct a test of the Outdoor Warn ing System (OWS) on Friday, ruary 10, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. This will be a three (3) minute activation of the Outdoor Warning System sirens. This is only a test and does not indicate severe weather in area.

The sirens will be tested monthly on the second Friday of the month. However, if National Weather Service forecasts a ten percent (10%) chance or greater of a thunderstorm the day of the test, the OWS test will be canceled and not rescheduled. For further information on the OWS, please visit mylubbock.us/ outdoorwarningsystem.

La Ciudad Prueba las Sirenas de Advertencia Exteriores el segundo viernes Viernes

La Cidudad de Lubbock hace prueba de las Sirenas de Advertencia Exteriores este Viernes, 10 febrero, 2023 a las 9:30 a.m. Esta sera una activacion de 3 minutos de las sirenas de la Sistema de Advertencia Exterior.

Este sera solomente una prueba, y no indica que hay tiempo extremo en la area. Las sirenas sera probado mensualmente en

la segunda Viernes del mes. Sin embargo, si el prognostico del Servicio Nacional Meterologico indica que hay un probabilidad de tormentas de 10% o mas en el dia de la prueba, la prueba sera suspendido y no sera reprogramado.

Para mas informacion sobre la OWS, por favor visite mylubbock.us/outdoorwarningsystem

71st Annual Pancake Festival

The Pancake Festival will be held Saturday, February 18, 2023 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Guided by the slogan, "Our Vision, Our FocusSee to Serve with 20/20 Vision," the Lubbock Lions Club The Festival will open at 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance; $12 at the door. There is no charge for children under three. Tickets may be purchased from any Lubbock Lions Club member, at all Bolton Locations and by calling the Lubbock Lions Club at 806-763-4789.

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates

2023 BLACK BUSINESS EXPO is a showcase for Lubbock Black Owned Business to be held Saturday, February 4, 2023 from 12 pm – 4 pm at Mae Simmons Park . The event will feature businesses and vendors who operate in the West Texas area. Registration: tinyurl.com/BBEvendorapp

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.

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.

TAX FORMS AT LIBRARIES they have forms 1040 and 1040-SR in English and Spanish available at all locations. You can also access all available forms and instructions from home at www.irs. gov.

BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff. All information will be held in strict confidence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 745-1637.

LOW INCOME TAXPAYER

CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For more info call (806) 834-7972 or toll free (800) 420-8037.

Report Finds Food Insecurity Highest Among Latinos in Rural Communities

UnidosUS, the nation's largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization, and Knorr®, the largest food brand within Unilever, released a report examining hunger and food insecurity among Latinos living in rural communities. "Not Enough Food on the Dinner Table: A Look into Food Insecurity among Hispanics/Latinos Living in Rural Communities in the United States" reflects the findings of a mixed methods needs assessment among 16 community members and 23 community leaders throughout the country conducted between February and March 2022 that explored food insecurity and lack of nutritious meals in rural Latino communities.

The findings uncovered existing opportunities at the individual, community, organizational, and policy levels to address nutrition and food insecurity among Latinos living in rural areas, including.

• Latinos living in rural communities have higher rates of food insecurity

• Rural Latino communities often work on the farms that grow the nation's food, yet their living circumstances and geographic locations create barriers to accessing healthy foods and perpetuate a cycle of food insecurity

• Community leaders and members discussed the importance of culturally tailored food assistance programming

"Implementation of the proposed programmatic and policy recommendations outlined in our report has the potential to improve access to healthful food options," said Rita Carreón, Vice President for Health at UnidosUS. "Better access to culturally responsive and equitable options can improve dietary patterns and prevent, or delay, the onset of obesity and other chronic conditions among Latinos in rural communities. This will have a positive impact on our nation's economy and health."

UnidosUS and Knorr have been collaborating since 2020 and have a shared mission to ensure

wholesome, nutritious food is accessible and affordable to all Americans. The brand funded the study to help gain valuable insights into the lives and needs of the Latino community living in rural areas.

"Knorr believes that delicious, nutritious food must be accessible to all, however, we recognize it is not a reality for everyone in our country, and particularly in rural areas where access is more limited," said Gina Kiroff, North America Marketing Lead for Knorr®. "As part of our mission as a brand, Knorr supports organizations and initiatives like UnidosUS in the hopes that through these efforts, we can together help find solutions to improve access to nutritious foods for Latinos living in rural areas and in food-insecure communities."

The report's programmatic and policy recommendations directly align with the recent White House Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health which outlines a national strategy to reach the bold goal of ending hunger in America by 2030.

The three programmatic recommendations from the UnidosUS report include:

• Strengthening nutrition education considering and respecting the context of Latinos living in rural communities;

• Strengthening nutritionrelated programming to improve engagement;

• Offering virtual education to address disparities related to access.

The four policy recommendations from the UnidosUS report include:

• Improving food security and food access for all Latinos;

• Improving access and enrollment to federal nutrition assistance programs;

• Improving food access and addressing barriers due to the built environment;

• Strengthening funding allocation to improve food security outcomes.

(En español, p. 19)

Benefits of Vitamin D

Vitamin D’s most notable role is helping your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. These nutrients help you build strong bones. But vitamin D is also involved in how you feel day to day.

A deficiency can contribute to depression, muscle weakness, fatigue and pain, according to the Cleveland Clinic. A low level of vitamin D is also a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, according to a review published in the journal Clinical Hypertension.

To help, here are a few tips.

First, go outdoors — even when it’s cold. In a study from Spain, people met their vitamin D requirements with just 7 minutes of sunlight in July. But in January, they needed more than 2 hours of sun.

That means that as the temperature drops, you should actually make an even bigger effort to get outdoors.

Include foods that contain vitamin D in your diet Fatty fish are perhaps the best: A 3-ounce salmon fillet delivers 71% of your daily intake,

according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Other vitamin D–rich foods to eat in winter include mushrooms and egg yolks. But the easiest source of dietary vitamin D is often dairy. Milk isn’t a natural source of vitamin D, but food manufacturers began fortifying it with the vitamin in the 1930s. This was to help combat childhood rickets, a weak-bone disease caused by chronically low levels of vitamin D.

That makes yogurt and many cheeses good sources of vitamin D. You can also get vitamin D from many breakfast cereals, which are also fortified.

Take supplements are more reliable than diet alone for vitamin D. Overthe-counter vitamin D supplements generally contain between 800 and 2,000 IUs. Prescription-strength supplements can be several times stronger.

Pay attention to calcium, too. And if you still have concerns, talk to your doctor about your medications.

Wellness/ bienestar

Stay Healthy, Be Active

Has arthritis, chronic back pain or another disability caused you to give up on physical activity?

It shouldn’t. Gone are the days when physical limitations subjected you to a life of inactivity. More and more, research is showing that moving your body is good for your physical and mental health, even if you have a challenging health condition.

With a doctor’s okay and the right program, people with health challenges can enjoy the health benefits that come with being active. In fact, movement has replaced bed rest as the prescription for conditions such as back pain and recovery from heart and other surgeries. And people with special needs are enjoying such activities as walking, skiing, cycling and swim ming events, marathons. Most people, unless they have

some kind of silent, cardiovascular impairment, can safely begin an exercise program if they start out slowly and build up gradually once they see improvements.

One of the easiest ways to get moving is to walk. You can start out slowly and build on your routine by going longer distances or walking at a faster pace. Just be sure to: wear walking shoes with good support and traction; drink plenty of water before, during, and after exercise; be aware of the weather, such as extreme heat and humidity or cold and ice; and be alert to any warning signs, such as dizziness or pain, that might signal a problem. Also remember to take your time. You can even break your activities into shorter sessions if a longer one is too much. For instance, do two, 15-minute walks instead of one half-hour walk. If you need help designing an exercise program, consider using a personal trainer or fitness instructor who is trained and certified to work with people who have health challenges.

Ser saludable por mantenerse activo

¿La artritis, el dolor crónico de espalda u otra discapacidad le han hecho renunciar a la actividad física?

No debería. Se acabaron los días en que las limitaciones físicas lo sometieron a una vida de inactividad. Cada vez más, las investigaciones muestran que mover tu cuerpo es bueno para tu salud física y mental, incluso si tienes una condición de salud desafiante. Con la aprobación y el programa correcto de un médico, las personas con problemas de salud pueden disfrutar de los beneficios de salud que conlleva ser activo. De hecho, el movimiento ha reemplazado al reposo en cama como la receta para afecciones como el dolor de espalda y la recuperación del corazón y otras cirugías. Y las personas con necesidades especiales están disfrutando de actividades como caminatas, esquí, ciclismo y natación, e incluso maratones.

La mayoría de las personas, a menos que tengan algún tipo de discapacidad cardiovascular silenciosa, pueden comenzar de manera segura un programa de

NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY® is Friday, Feb. 3, 2023. The public is encouraged to wear red to promote your commitment to living a healthy lifestyle and spreading the message that heart disease is killing women.

COVID FUNERAL ASSISTANCE If you experience the loss of a family member due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you could be eligible to apply for funeral assistance through Federal Emergency Management Agency. To see if you qualify for assistance and to begin your application with FEMA, call 844-684-6333.

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

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

ejercicios si comienzan lentamente y se acumulan gradualmente una vez que ven mejoras. Una de las maneras más fáciles de moverse es caminar. Puede comenzar lentamente y desarrollar su rutina recorriendo distancias más largas o caminando a un ritmo más rápido. Solo asegúrese de: usar zapatos para caminar con buen soporte y tracción; beber mucha agua antes, durante y después del ejercicio; ser consciente del clima, como el calor y la humedad extremos o el frío y el hielo; y esté atento a cualquier señal de advertencia, como mareos o dolor, que pueda indicar un problema.

También recuerda tomar tu tiempo. Incluso puede dividir sus actividades en sesiones más cortas si una más larga es demasiado. Por ejemplo, haga dos caminatas de 15 minutos en lugar de una caminata de media hora.

Si necesita ayuda para diseñar un programa de ejercicios, considere usar un entrenador personal o un instructor de acondicionamiento físico que esté capacitado y certificado para trabajar con personas que tienen problemas de salud.

HEALTHBEAT EQUIPMENT brings the best of the gym to the great outdoors at Buddy Holly Lake of Cesar Chavez Drive The outdoor fitness equipment is available to the public and has 10 pieces of fitness equipment. This is a project of Los Hermanos Familia. FREE.

FREE CLINIC at Lubbock

Impact The Free Clinic holds a free doctors clinic every Wednesday at 34th Street and Boston Avenue. Registration begins at 4 PM. Patients must be 18 and older and medically uninsured to receive free medications and doctors visits. For more info call (806) 799-4320.

FREE SICK CHILDREN'S CLINIC is a free, all-volunteer clinic that treats sick children up to age 15 at 10th Street and Avenue A. Prescriptions at the on-site pharmacy are free. Call 762-1805 for more info.

FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area, Thurs. from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7-8 P.M. For more info call 806-793.3336.

Heart disease and stroke rank as the top killers of Hispanics in the United States, claiming the lives of 29.3 percent of the more than 117,000 Hispanics who die each year, according to the American Heart Association.

Be physically active every day. Choose activities that you and your family can enjoy: walk, do aerobics, garden, dance, play sports, jump rope with your kids.

Aim for a healthy weight. Take

Health Month

steps to lose weight if you are overweight. Try losing weight slowly.

Cut back on foods high in fats and calories. Eat smaller portions. Eat fruits and vegetables for snacks. Bake, broil, or boil your foods. Be active every day.

Eat heart-healthy foods, such as skim or 1% milk; low fat frozen yogurt; low fat or fat free cheese; fish; turkey and chicken without skin; lean cuts of meat; cereals, pasta, lentils, and beans; corn tortillas, breads; and fruits

How to Prevent Cavities

and vegetables.

Go easy on these foods: 2% milk, oils and margarine, avocados, olives, and coconuts, and nuts.

Cut back on these foods: whole milk, creams and ice cream, high-fat cheeses, butter, fatty cuts of meat and refried pork, sausages, hot dogs, bologna, liver, kidneys, and other organ meats; egg yolks; and lard, coconut, palm, or palm kernel oil. For more information about a healthy heart call 1-800-242-8721.

Mes sobre la salud del corazón

Según la American Heart Association, las enfermedades del corazón y los ataques cerebrales son la principal causa de muerte de los hispanos de Estados Unidos, cobrando las vidas del 29,3 por ciento de más de 117.000 hispanos que mueren cada año.

Manténgase activo físicamente todos los días. ¡Escoja actividades que usted y sufamilia puedan disfrutar! Activades como: camina, hacer ejercicios aeróbicos, trabajar en el jardín, bailar, practicar deportes, y saltar cuerda con sus hijos. Manténgase activo todos los días.

Trate de lograr un peso saludable. Siga estos consejos para bajar de peso si tiene sobrepeso. Trate de perder peso despacio.

Evite las comidas con alto contenido de grasa y calorías. Sírvase porciones pequeñas de comida. Coma frutas y vegetales como bocadillos. Hornee, ase o hierva sus comidas.

Coma alimentos saludables para el corazón como: leche descremada o con 1% de grasa; helado de yogur bajo en grasa; quesos bajos en grasa o sin grasa; pescado; pavo y pollo sin pellejo; cortes de carne bajos en grasa; cereales, pastas, lentejas y frijoles (habichuelas)tortillas de maíz, panes, y frutas y vegetales.

Escoja sólo de vez en cuando estos alimentos: leche con un 2% de grasa; aceites y margarina; agua-

cates (paltas), aceitunas y coco; y nueces.

Trate de evitar estos alimentos: leche entera o regular, cremas y helados de leche (mantecados), quesos hechos de leche entera, y mantequilla; cortes de carne con alto contenido de grasa y chicharrones, chorizos, salchichas y mortadela, hígado, riñones y otros órganos animales; yemas de huevo; y manteca, aceite de coco, de palma o de pepita de palma.

Visite la American Heart Association o llame al 1-800-2428721 (en inglés y español).

Flu Shot - Not Too Late

The flu is the seventh leading cause of death among Latinos 65+.

Everyone six months or older to get vaccinated, too. Only three in 10 Hispanics got a flu shot last

year, a concern because diseases such as diabetes and asthma, more prevalent among Latinos, can lead to serious complications. Now just one shot is needed — the H1N1 vaccine is included — and a version for those age 65 or older is available.

(En español p. 18)

Most people believe that with good brushing they will have healthy teeth. Sadly they go to the dentist only to hear of new problems. How could this happen with such good care and regular visits? They may be told that they have “weak or problem” teeth by their dentist. The truth is that your sugar intake is the cause of your problems! No amount of brush-

ing can undo the effects of sugar exposure, so the teeth slowly fall apart. The most common source of sugar exposure is from drinks. By switching to sugar free drinks decay can be mostly stopped. Of course other sources such as candy must be addressed. Fruit juices are the worst drink possible for teeth! So get them fixed and fix the diet for a lifetime of great smiles.

Cómo prevenir las caries

Amayoría de la gente cree que con un buen cepillado van a tener dientes sanos. Lamentablemente van al dentista sólo para escuchar de nuevos problemas. ¿Cómo pudo suceder esto con tan buen cuidado y las visitas regulares ? Pueden ser dicho que tienen dientes " débiles o problemáticos " por su dentista. La verdad es que su consumo de azúcar es la causa de sus problemas! Ninguna cantidad de cepillado puede deshacer los efectos de la exposición de azú-

car , por lo que los dientes se caen lentamente aparte . La fuente más común de exposición al azúcar es de las bebidas . Al cambiar a azúcar bebidas gratis descomposición puede ser detenido en su mayoría. Por supuesto otras fuentes, tales como dulces deben ser atendidas. Los jugos de frutas son el peor trago posible para los dientes ! Así consiguen solucionar los posibles problemas y corregir la dieta para una vida de grandes sonrisas.

"Crystal City 1969" Play Dredges An Overlooked History

in the walkouts to see the play and gave current Crystal City students and residents the chance to see it.

Crystal City is about two hours from San Antonio, but the play has never been staged there.

The attendance for the play in Austin and San Antonio “tells me that Latinos love our history. We are hungry. We are starved for our history and we are still not getting it,” said Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez, director of the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Mexican American Studies, or CMAS.

"The other thing is, I think there is some unfinished business. I think you can see it when you look at political representation … trying to get people to understand that this community belongs to them and they need to make that claim," she said, "to make sure our elected officials are really protecting their best interests."

make them feel different," RivasRodriguez said.

James Garcia, a Phoenix playwright and journalist who hosts a Latinofocused radio show, "Vanguardia America," experienced similar discrimination while growing up on Chicago's South Side. Growing up in a Mexican American household, he spoke no English. On his first day of school, he couldn't tell the teacher he needed to go to the bathroom.

"The next thing I knew, I was on the front steps of the school and was told, 'Wait here until your mother comes and gets you,'" he said. "I learned later they told her don't bring him back until he learns English."

By Suzanne Gamboa

In five performances, a Latino theater company's restaging of a play about historic but overlooked MexicanAmerican student walkouts rekindled sorrow and pride among audiences, while triggering worries about the present.

The play “Crystal City 1969,” first staged in 2009 in Dallas, was performed for the first time in San Antonio last weekend at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center.

The play tells the story of the Crystal City, Texas, student school walkouts and boycotts, when thousands of students demanded changes from school and local leaders, who were white, and an end to racist and discriminatory treatment of Mexican American students.

Student walkout in Crystal City, Texas on Dec. 20, 1969. San Antonio Express-News Photograph Collection/UTSASpecialCollections

Student walkout in Crystal City, Texas, on Dec. 20, 1969. San Antonio Express-News Photograph Collection / UTSA Special Collections

“We’d get paddled if we spoke Spanish in class. Discipline was very unequal. We didn’t have Chicano counselors. They demeaned us. They

were very racist with us,” Severita Lara told NBC News in 2019.

The students went to the school board with 13 demands, including more Mexican American faculty, the inclusion of Mexican American history in the curriculum, a fair discipline system and more cheerleading slots for Mexican Americans — since the faculty had put limits on how many Mexican Americans could be on the team. They also demanded educational equity. Lara said she wasn't allowed to take a chemistry class because she was told that was only for students who were going on to college. She did go — and earned a degree in biology with a minor in chemistry. The play captures some of that, how women and mothers became the catalyst for parents to organize and how their actions were part of the formation of the Raza Unida Party by one of the walkout organizers, José Angel Gutiérrez.

"When we were active, there were no books. There were no mentors. There was nobody to tell us how to do what we had to do. There was just rage," said Gutiérrez, who went on to become an attorney and is a professor at the University of Texas at Arlington.

Students in San Antonio and other

communities in South Texas had also staged walkouts in the late 1960s and early ‘70s.

Some members of the audience had experienced what took place in the play, having their own memories of being hit in school by teachers and principals for speaking Spanish and having been denied educational opportunities.

But the events depicted in the play, new to some, serve as a reminder of what is at stake now, as conservative elected leaders and school boards ban ethnic studies books and those with LGBTQ characters and themes and put limits on the teaching of Black, Latino and other history, according to David Lozano, who co-wrote the play with Raul Treviño.

“This is our story and it’s also a history that we’ve been denied growing up in schools and even in college. You can have a master’s degree and still not know the story of Crystal City,” said Lozano, who is the executive artistic director of Cara Mía Theatre in Dallas.

“As long as this story is being denied in our schools, this story is still relevant, and this is 53 years after the first day of the (Crystal City) walkout,” Lozano said.

The showings in San Antonio were the first opportunity for some of the former students who had participated

Rivas-Rodriguez said that at every performance, someone raised the issue of the current movements against teaching about race, racism and identity, such as the recent block by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration of a new Advance Placement course on African American studies.

“The people see … that if we want to have our history taught in school and our history woven into the larger American stories and Texas stories, we need to stand up and be counted and then make sure they are included, and if there are attempts to not include them, we need to let our elected officials know,” she said.

It's a history that is painful for those who lived it. Rivas-Rodriguez said she heard her sister, who sat next to her in a performance Saturday, sniffling through the play "because we recognized these are some of the things that happened to us in our childhoods."

Rivas-Rodriguez grew up in Devine, Texas. When her mother, who she said spoke “perfect unaccented English and perfect unaccented Spanish,” took her to enroll in first grade, the superintendent attempted to enroll Rivas-Rodriguez in a class for children with learning disabilities.

"My mother asked why and he said, 'Well she doesn't speak English, does she?'" Rivas-Rodriguez said. He then asked Rivas-Rodriguez if she spoke English.

"That was one of the many ways they managed to segregate kids, to

"People forget there was a kind of cultural trauma that affected Mexicans and Mexican Americans," Garcia said. The effect of that sort of discrimination was to tell Mexican American and Mexican students that their language, their culture, was worthless, valueless and something to be ashamed of, Garcia said.

Plays like "Crystal City 1969" and "Voices of Valor," a play Garcia has staged about Latinos who fought for the country, help dismantle the Hollywood depictions of Mexicans as bad guys, thieves and ignorant, Garcia said.

Staging of the play in San Antonio was part of the 50th anniversary celebration of UT CMAS, which occurred during the pandemic and therefore had delayed some of its events. It was also staged last year in Dallas and outdoors in Austin to an enthusiastic crowd of about 600, according to Lozano, along with some who watched it online.

Olga Muñoz Rodriquez was a 26-year-old mother who helped students in Uvalde, Texas, organize walkouts in 1970, after the school board decided not to renew a contract for a teacher, George Garza, the only Spanish-speaking teacher in the school, Robb Elementary.

This is the same school where 19 students and two teachers were killed by a gunman last year.

Rodriquez attended one of the performances of "Crystal City 1969" over the weekend. "I kept wanting to say, 'That happened in Uvalde!'" said Rodriquez, 78, who went on to write and publish her own newspaper and a book on the heroes of Uvalde. "They inspired the kids in Uvalde. They inspired us all."

Veva's Barrio Memory

A Fondness for a Teacher Who Loved Her Students

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA & VivianBustillo Keith FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

In the 1930s, Veva Moncada

Bustillos attended Guadalupe Elementary School from the first through sixth grades. She was inspired by a teacher who truly advocated for Hispanic children, Mrs. Duvall.

Social wise there was not a lot for teens to do in the barrio (neighborhood) but fortunately, Mrs. Duvall arranged for school dances to encourage socializing and to keep students from getting in trouble outside of school.

Bustillos emphasized that Mrs. Duvall was her favorite teacher because she always had a special place in her heart for the neighborhood students who were predominately Hispanic, poor, and dealt with discrimination. She said that Mrs. Duvall was committed to her students’ educational success as well as their quality of life.

“She would take us to the city doctor, Dr. Rollo when we were ill. She encouraged us to learn and stay out of trouble. She held school dances for the older students. She even helped those students that needed clothes and food,” said Bustillos. The dances were fun for the older kids. They got a chance to dress up, enjoy music, learn new dance steps, and spend time with friends.

When she completed the sixth grade, she asked Mrs. Duvall if she could repeat the sixth grade.

When she was asked why she replied that she was intimidated by Carroll Thompson Jr. High School. Regardless, her teacher continued to encourage her.

Unfortunately, the following year, Veva attended junior high, and sadly, she dropped out. Later, she explained that she was discouraged by the second-rate treatment she and the other Hispanic students experienced.

“We were all placed in one classroom. The other students had separate classrooms for each of their subjects and had access to the cafeteria while we were required to eat in their classroom.”

Veva felt that there were many inequities and injustices and felt hopeless and became discouraged.

Today, the 97-year-old gets giddy as she remembers the happy memories of her youth, and is especially grateful to her teacher, the late Mrs. Duvall, whom she continued to emphasize was a great example and truly loved her students by bringing them joy and helping them experience and create great memories.

Veva still lives in the historical barrio de Guadalupe in North Lub-

bock with her daughter Lupe Reyes and still holds fondly the dances and experiences of her youth.

Los Hermanos Familia (LHF) of Lubbock is now accepting nominations for the 7th Annual “Adelante Awards,” a recognition program that will showcase and honor Hispanic men in the Lubbock and surrounding community, who excel in their careers and volunteer efforts.

Thirteen individuals will be selected in the following categories: Education, Medical, Business Owner, Professional, First Responder, Military/Veteran, Church, Civic/Volunteer, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Athlete/ Athletics Supporter, College Young Adult, and Youth.

In addition, a Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has continuously paved the trail for others. Members of the community can submit a nomination for an individual in the respective category, and an independent,

anonymous panel of judges will determine the recipients.

The Adelante Awards Gala is LHF's largest fundraiser and benefits many of its programs.

And this year's gala theme will be in coordination with Cinco de Mayo and will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023. The theme will follow the observance with a Mexican Fiesta.

They invite the public to consider nominating individuals from their organization, business, workplace, or church communities whom they believe deserve such recognition. Online nominations can be made at www.loshermanosfamilia.org.

The Adelante Awards Gala is LHF's largest fundraiser and benefits many of its programs. To be a sponsor or for ticket information, please contact (806) 792-1212, or visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org.

2023 Save the Dates to Consider

Los Hermanos Familia announced some of its highlight events coming in 2023 urging the public to save the dates.

The Bilingual Financial Literacy Workshop will take place each Tuesday in April.

The 7th Annual Adelante Awards Gala will be held Friday, May 5, 2023.

EDITOR'S NOTE: Veva provided Latino Lubbock Magazine with two photos taken around 1937 of one of the dances when Veva was 12 yearsold. During an interview with her daughter Vivian Bustillos Keith, she was able to remember the names of all the students in the group photo.

First row: Johnny Carmona, Juana Stone, Avar Lucero, Pilar Bustillos, Juan Lovato. Second row: Amada Lara, Manuel Espita, Consuela Dumas, Miguel Badillo, Veva Moncada, Julian Badillo, Gilbert Chavez, Anita Berlanga, Chona, Ray Rubio. Third row: Macaria Moreno, Domingo Flores, Teresforo Lara, Paula Garcia, Isidro Berlanga, Hermenia Berlanga. Fourth row: Concha Figarova, Reyes Bustillos, Estelta Chavez, Torpido, Prestinia Chavez.

The 9th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade will be held Saturday, May 6, 2023.

The 15th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" Event will be held Saturday, August 5, 2023.

The 8th Annual Veteran's Parade will be held Saturday, November 4, 2023.

A complete list of calendar events, projects, dates and details or online registration can be found at www.loshermanosfamilia.org. For sponsorship or additional info call (806)792-1212.

LUBBOCK ISD SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNIZED DURING SCHOOL

BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH: January was officially School Board Recognition Month in the state of Texas! Gov. Abbott issued a proclamation stating, "To catch a glimpse of the Texas of tomorrow, we need only look into the classrooms of today." The proclamation also acknowledged the importance of locally-elected boards. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Education/ Educación

What is the FAFSA and How Do I apply?

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

LOS HERMANOS FAMIL IA 2023 SCHOLARSHIPS

you do. Find your state financial aid deadline on the Federal Student Aid website.

f I find myself in stagnant waters, I feel the urgency to jump out and dive into an ocean where I may find the opportunity to expand on my strengths. In other words, I really desire to be in places that encourage me to grow, but I ought to be careful with what I wish for!

I found myself in an unfamiliar environment in July. Feelings of hopelessness overcame me as I approached new learning curves. I felt inadequate for not being able to successfully talk patients into participating in my lab's eye imaging study. Now, five months later, I feel more confident as a contrib-

Iuting team member at one of the top research programs in ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Time just needed to take its course!

Since starting the program, I have not only grown to love patients, but I even traveled to Puerto Rico to give a presentation on my research project that I did last summer! Thinking about 2023, I look forward to earning the opportunity to overcome fears and weaknesses and be the best version of myself. I'd like to revamp the saying, "life is a gift, that's why it's called the present." Life is not only a gift, but my life can also serve as a gift to God!

Plan how to pay for college before you start. Ask school counselors and the college financial aid office about state, college, and nonprofit grants and scholarships you can apply for. Be sure to meet application deadlines. Start saving before you get to college. Consider prepaid tuition and education savings (529) plans. Next, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form allows you to be considered for federal that student aid. In addition, states and colleges use FAFSA information to award their own grants, scholarships, and loans. But, since aid is limited, you have to meet the deadlines and apply as soon as possible!

Submit FAFSA for each school year to qualify for grants, scholarships, federal work-study and federal student loans. Deadlines vary for federal, state and institutional aid. For the 2023–24 Academic Year, the FAFSA form must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Central time (CT) on June 30, 2023. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CT on Sept. 10, 2023.

The federal government gives students a deadline of June 30 after the school year in which they need aid — for instance, June 30, 2023, for the 2022-23 school year or June 30, 2023, for the 2023-24 school year — to file the FAFSA. But you have to submit the form much earlier to meet financial aid deadlines for your state and college and to get your aid dollars in time for the start of the school year.

States and individual colleges set their own FAFSA deadlines that are typically much earlier than the federal one. You have to file your application by these deadlines to qualify for state and institutional grants and scholarships.

If you’re attending an out-of-state school, you may not qualify for state aid — check with the state to see if

The federal deadline is your last chance to submit the FAFSA each year. If you need financial aid for the 2022-23 school year, you can submit the form until June 30, 2023. Workstudy dollars and most state and institutional aid will run out the fastest for 2022-23, but there will still be time to qualify for federal grants and student loans. Even if you wait until June 30, you can receive these grants and loans retroactively to cover what you’ve already paid for the spring and fall semester. Or, depending on your school, you may be able to apply the funds to pay for 2023 summer school. Track colleges’ financial aid deadlines. Priority deadlines at individual schools often fall the earliest, so those deadlines are the most important to track. Those dates are also the best chance to get the most aid. Look up the deadlines for all of the schools you’re applying to and write them down in one place — try using your phone’s calendar, a spreadsheet or a notebook dedicated to your college search. Submit any other financial aid applications. Many schools require additional or alternative financial aid applications, such as the CSS Profile, to qualify for state or institutional aid. You’ll need to submit all the required paperwork before the deadline to be considered for aid.

Above all, remember Oct. 1. It’s not a deadline, but if you submit your FAFSA soon after that day, you’ll cover all your bases. So don't procrastinate, and don't rely on others to do your work. After all, the early bird truly gets the worm!

Wait for your financial aid award letter, which details how much free aid you qualify for and how much in federal loans you can borrow.

For more information visit www. fafsa.gov and of course speak with your school counselor as soon as possible.

Good luck from Latino Lubbock Magazine! Don't wait!

is now accepting its next round of scholarship applications. The application will close on March 15, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. These scholarships are designed to assist area students to obtain a higher education and to encourage retention. For more details and to apply go to: www.loshermanosfamilia.org/universityscholarship

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.

DON’T MESS WITH TEXAS SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST, in partnership with Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), recognizes the achievements of high school seniors who have taken a leadership role to prevent litter in their school and/or community. Any Texas high school senior planning to pursue a two- or four-year degree in the state of Texas for the Fall 2023 semester may apply at www.dontmesswithtexas. org/education-overview/scholarships until March 31, 2023.

2023–24 FAFSA FORM AVAILABLE The new 2023–24 FAFSA form is here! Some states and schools have limited funds, so don’t delay! Additional forms might be required. Private and two-year institutions may have different deadlines. Check with your financial aid administrator. To begin your application, go to https:// studentaid.gov/.

"HACER® MORE SCHOLARSHIP" Se invita a los estudiantes hispanos del último año de la escuela secundaria que tengan deseos de ir a la universidad, y a sus padres, a que visiten mcdonalds.com/hacer para obtener recursos universitarios adicionales en inglés y en español y para conocer todos los detalles sobre cómo solicitar la Beca Nacional HACER® de McDonald's. El período para solicitar la beca para el próximo año académico comienza el 5 de octubre de 2023 y finaliza el 3 de febrero de 2024.

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

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

Bailee Alonzo - is a recent graduate from Texas Tech, who majored in Biology/PreMed. She aspires to become a dermatologist. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine & My College Experience. YOU DID IT!

Youth/Juventud

Nick Martinez Achieves Eagle Scout Rank

Youth Opportunities

GROVES STORYTIME

Join us as we read books, sing songs and make a craft. We will also work on pre-literacy skills (colors, numbers, letters). Age 2-5. On 2/1/2023 (As well as 2/, 2/9, 2/15, 2/16, 2/22, 2/23), at 10:30 – 11 a.m.

GODEKE STORYTIME

Join us as we read books, sing songs and make a craft. We will also work on pre-literacy skills (colors, numbers, letters). Age 2-5. On 2/1/2023 (As well as 2/2, 2/8, 2/15, 2/16, 2/22, 2/23), at 10:30 – 11 a.m.

CUPCAKE PAINTING Design your own cupcake and paint it on a canvas! This is a family program. This will take place 2/7/2023 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Godeke Library, 5034 Frankford Ave

TEEN TALK Join other teens and let your voice be heard to talk about the things that matter to you and to learn life skills on Feb. 9, 2023, 7 to 8 PM, for Grades 6-12. Please reg ister by calling the Godeke Branch at 806-775-3362.

VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY Join us for a special Valentine’s Day Party for little ones! Together, we will read a Valentine’s story and complete a special craft just in time to share with a loved one! Ages 0-7. At Mahon Library

1306 9th S., 2/14/2023, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

VALENTINE'S DAY ANIME

CRAFTERNOON Join us as we make valentine crafts while watching valentine anime episodes! This is an all ages program. At Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th St, 2/14/2023, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

FREE ONLINE MOVIES FOR KIDS

Did you know you can watch movies online through the library?!? We've got movies for all ages available through the OverDrive App (not Libby) or on the website lubbock.overdrive.com!

OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit! Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free.

TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities offers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old struggling with negative behaviors, loss of self-respect, bullying, etc. Parents may call 1-800-530-4704 and make a confidential appointment.

DO YOU HAVE A STORY? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock.net/have-astory or, email your youth news, quinceañera, and other info to news@latinolubbock.net

Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock

ickolas “Nick” Martinez has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He is a Senior at LubbockCooper HS and is a member of Troop 575 in Wolfforth. His Eagle Scout Project was at the Nurturing Center where he and his fellow Scout family volunteers created an outdoor seating area and a prayer gar-

Nden.

Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or ranks attainable in the Scouts BSA program of the Boy Scouts of America. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process. Even lower for Latinos.

Nick is the son of Marcelino and Marisol Martinez. He also follows the steps of his twin brothers, Christian & Christopher Martinez who achieved the rank of Eagle Scouts in 1999.

Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

BGC YOUTH OF THE YEAR NOMINEES: The Boys & Girls Club of Lubbock held interviews, as well as gave the two finalist for the Youth of the Year for 2023 a chance to share why they deserved to be selected. In the end, Misael Guzman, a member of the Optimist Boys & Girls Club was selected as runner-up and will receive a $1,000 scholarship; and Mariah Rodriguez who attends the John Wilson Clubs was selected as the local BGC Youth of the Year for 2023 and will receive a $5,000 scholarship. She will move on to a state competition. Both students attend Lubbock High School, and both will receive scholarships. The students were escorted by their club managers. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

With school picking up pace again, it's been tough. The early mornings, massive amounts of homework, and 8-hour days are hard when you come from a two-week break. For me, during this stressful transition, I've found it helpful to take breaks with people I love. My family and friends have always been my top priority, even when I'm busy. During the holidays, I always try to spend as much time with people I love because it’s a time to catch up. Throughout the year each week, I value my time by making memories with my family and friends. We play board games, shop, run outside, bowl, give hugs and do anything and everything together. It's important as teens for us to maintain strong connections with

people we love because it’s good for the soul and even for our mental health. Connecting with one another in a relaxing and fun environment is invaluable, and I highly encourage it for everyone!

Blaise Martinez - is the new youth Writer for a Teen's View. She is a 10th grader at Lubbock High School. She aspires to attend Stanford University, major in computer science, and pursue a career in computer science and app development. Welcome from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

UNITED WAY RECOGNIZES GIRL SCOUT LEADER: United Way recognized Margie Olivarez with the Rita Harmon Volunteer Service Award. The award has been presented each year since 1993 to honor deserving individuals for a lifetime of community service. Olivarez has been a dedicated community volunteer, supporting United Way, and especially the Girl Scouts of the Texas Oklahoma Plains, and numerous other organizations. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

IN FEBRUARY

· Complete the FAFSA, if possible. (You'll need your family's/ guardian's tax records.)

· Keep track of your college applications; be sure all schools have received all your materials.

· Stay focused on grades.

KOC Announces Golf FORE 10 Golf Tournament

The 8th Annual Golf Fore 10 Tournament will be held by the Knights of Columbus Council 8097. Proceeds of this tournament will be used to award (10) $1000 Scholarships.

"The Knights of Columbus are proud to serve our local community. This scholarship will give ten Lubbock area stu dents a greater opportunity to at tend a local college or university. When you participate in our 8thAn nual Golf Fore 10 Tournament, you are enhancing the opportunity for our local youth to succeed," said Herman Hernandez. He added that the event will be a Captain’s

Choice Best-Ball-Scramble and will be held Monday, April 17, 2023 at LakeRidge Country Club, 8802 Vicksburg Ave. They will have lunch & registration from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm. A Shotgun Start will begin at 1 pm Range open: 12 pm.

Entry Fee - $500 per Team or $600 per Team with Sponsor. This includes: Range Balls, Cart, Green Fee, Swag Bag, Lunch & 2 Beverage Tickets. Awards: 3 Flights – Longest Drive & Closest to the Pin.

For more information, please contact Herman Hernandez (806) 789-343; Art Lara (806) 789-3086.

BHC to Hold 64th Anniversary of The Day The Music Died

Join the Buddy Holly Center on Thursday, February 3, 2023, in remembering the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson, and pilot Roger Peterson. This year marks the 64th anniversary of the tragedy. This date was affectionately coined “The Day the Music Died” after a lyric in the Don McLean song, “American Pie,”

that references the deaths of these rock and roll legends. In commemoration, the Center’s staff will place a spray of yellow roses on Buddy’s grave, located at the City of Lubbock Cemetery at 31st Street and Teak Avenue.

Buddy Holly Center: FREE

Admission 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

J.I. Allison House Tour: FREE

Admission 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Buddy Holly Gallery tour at 2

PM Screenings of the film, "The Buddy I Knew" Children's Activities. Located at 1801 Crickets Avenue.

Gloria Estefan Becomes First Latina Inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Gloria Estefan is making history by becoming the first Hispanic woman to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

"To be the first of anything at this age is fantastic," Estefan said. For Estefan, songwriting appears to come naturally. She's sold over 100 million records worldwide, has garnered eight Grammy Awards, and is the voice behind smash hits like "Anything for You" and "Rhythm is Gonna Get You."

Estefan said that creating music

has never been easy for her but once she's been able to put her thoughts and emotions down, the words come easily.

"The minute I finish writing a song, I think I will never be able to do this again... Each one is different. Every song comes differently," she said.

By her side for the last 47 years is her husband, Emilio Estefan Gómez, a fellow musician and producer. Together the two are credited for paving the way for other Latin artists like Shakira and Ricky Martin and helping them crossover into mainstream pop.

Estefan said that she and her husband became their own "cheerleaders" and took the industry head-on.

"And you know, we got a lot of no's at the beginning of our career.

'No, this sound will never work. No, you are not going to be able to crossover. No, you can't compete on a world level.' Of course, we didn't believe that," she said. "When we got the opportunity to give a hand up or leg up to other Latinos, other Latin artists that we knew could be amazing, it was wonderful to be able to say yes."

Estefan is among seven musical icons — including Sade, Glen Ballard, Snoop Dogg, Jeff Lynne, Teddy Riley, and Liz Rose — to be announced as inductees into the 52nd Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame.

The star-studded event is slated for Thursday, June 15 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

Ana de Armas gets Oscar nod for ‘Blonde’ while rest of film leads the A

na de Armas garnered an Academy Award nomination for best actress in a leading role for her performance as Marilyn Monroe in Netflix's "Blonde" — amid controversy over the movie.

The NC-17 psychodrama is a fictionalized chronicle of the private life of the Hollywood

and pop culture icon from the 1950s and the 1960s.

The film got a 14-minute standing ovation after its international premiere at the Venice Film Festival last year. Viewers mainly applauded de Armas' emotional performance.

It is the Cuban-born actor's first Oscar nomination.

She is also the first the Cuban to be nominated for a leading role at the Oscars. Fellow Cuban actor Andy Garcia was nominated for best supporting actor in 1990.

De Armas joins a select group of Latinas who have been nomi-

nated for best actress in a leading role. They include Fernanda Montenegro for her performance in the 1998 film "Central Station," Salma Hayek for her role in "Frida," the 2002 biopic of the iconic Mexican painter as Frida Kahlo, Catalina Sandino Moreno for her performance in the 2004 film "Maria Full of Grace" and Yalitza Aparicio for starring in "Roma" five years ago.

De Armas was the only Latino performer to receive an Academy Award nomination in acting, but other Latino filmmakers were recognized in other categories.

PUPPY LOVE: Christy Martinez-Garcia, Publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine and her husband Frank of 34 years wish you a Happy Valentine's Day! The couple are avid pet lovers and posed with their fur babies (l to r) Charlie, Finch, and Pippa. They encourage pet adoption and spaying and neutering. The photo was taken by their daughter, Amaris Garcia who also cherishes her rescued pets - Oliver & Phoebe!

LET IT SNOW RED: The Texas Tech campus enjoyed a beautiful blanket of snow. In the white snow were many pops of red! In addition, among the scenes were heartwearning photos including two of TTU's mascots - Raider Red and the Masked Rider horse. (Photo by TTU/FaceBook)

Faith & Religion - Fe y religion

Forward in Chris

Here we are in a new year! Has anything changed? Do your first steps this year look a lot like last year’s? Most of us will admit we have character traits or habits we would like to change. Some of us even try to adjust our behavior. But just changing outward behavior is like rolling back the odometer on a car. You reduce the numbers from 200,000 to 20,000, but you still have a car with 200,000 miles on it. Thank God, there is hope for the person who genuinely wishes to change! The power to change like that means admitting we can’t do it on our own. Remember, lasting change comes from within. We need God’s help!

World Marriage Day February 12, 2023

is gone and the new has come. When we give our lives to Jesus Christ, He transforms us!

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old things have passed away, behold, new things have come!” ~ 2 Corinthians

This change is a change from the inside out. So, instead of just rolling back the odometer and being the same old person inside, He gives us a spiritual heart transplant. Now, that’s a change for the better and a change that lasts.

The Bible says if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old

Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 32 years.

World Marriage Day is an annual event, sponsored by Worldwide Marriage Encounter (the largest Catholic pro-marriage and family movement in the world). It honors and affirms the vocation of husbands and wives and the positive impact of their dedicated example on society, families, communities, Church, and nation.

Each year on World Marriage Day, the Diocese of Lubbock's Marriage

and Family Life office arranges various events including a mass that is offered in grateful recognition of married couples everywhere, with particular attention focused on the longest-married couple in the Diocese.

This year World Marriage Day is February 12th. The Week will be from February 7 to 14th. Priests will offer blessings to married couples at their respective parishes.

2023 Lent Calendar A Time for Preparation

Lent is a time of preparation for the death of Christ on Good Friday and His Resurrection on Easter Sunday. It is a period of 40 days of repentance, with prayer, fasting and abstinence, and Confession.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 46 days before Easter Sunday.

Feast of Saint Patrick is March 17. Followed by the Feast of Saint Joseph on March 19. The Annunciation of the Lord is March 25.

Palm Sunday will be on Sunday, April 2, commemorates the triumphal entrance of Christ into Jerusalem, when palm branches were placed in His path, before His arrest on Holy Thursday and His Crucifixion on Good Friday.

Holy Thursday is April 6, 2023, and is the day on which Christ cel-

ebrated the Last Supper with His disciples, four days after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Only hours after the Last Supper, Judas would betray Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, setting the stage for Christ's Crucifixion on Good Friday.

Good Friday, April 7, 2023, commemorates the Passion and Death of our Lord Jesus Christ on the Cross.

Holy Saturday, April 8, the final day of Lent, of Holy Week, and of the Easter Triduum.

Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 is the greatest feast in the Christian calendar. On this Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

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Church Bulletins

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS North Lubbock Neighboring Parishes will join to host First Saturday Rosary, Mass, Confessions, reflections, food & fellowship. Beginning February 4, the devotion will take place at St. Elizabeth University Parish, at 2316 Broadway St., on the next five first Saturdays (February - June). Rosary will be prayed beginning at 8 a.m.

PRESENTATION OF THE LORD IN THE TEMPLE Thursday, Feb 2nd at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd St. Mass at 6 pm. Bring your Candles for the traditional Blessing of the Candles.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES & WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE SICK The morning includes one hour of Adoration followed by a Healing Mass. Feb 11th, 8 - 10:30am at Our Lady of Grace Church, 3111 Erskine St. ST. PATRICK'S KOC VALENTINE STEAK DINNER by Knights Of Columbus Council #15876 Sat., Feb. 11th, serving from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the St. Patrick Church church hall, 1603 Cherry Ave. Event ends at Cost is $50 dinner for two, or, $35 for one. For more info email stpatrickskoc@ gmail.com

SAN RAMON CHURCH VALENTINE’S DANCE at the Knights of Columbus Banquet Hall, 4702 130th St, February 11, 2023, $15 per person, $5 children(12 yrs & under). Food, raffle, auction and drawing of a $400 gift card with purchase of adult ticket. Music: Phat Jams Production featuring Cowboy Rick.

MARRIAGE JUBILEE MASS Join the Office for Marriage and Family Life celebrating Mass honoring those celebrating anniversaries of Holy Matrimony. Marriage Jubilee Mass, February 19, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. at Christ the King Cathedral, 4011 54th St.

DEACON WIVES: Wives of deacons play an important role in their husbands’ ministries. On this day several wives and family members came to offer support on the news of Pope Benedict's death. As deacons support the Church, wives support their husbands through prayer, sacrifice and commitment to a unique vocation Thank you, ladies from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

La vacuna contra la gripe - No es demasiado tarde

La gripe es la séptima causa más común de muerte entre los latinos mayores de 65 años. Todos a partir de los seis meses de edad lo hagan. Sólo tres de cada 10 latinos la recibieron el año pasado, lo que es preocupante porque con enfermedades

como la diabetes y el asma tan comunes entre los latinos, puede haber complicaciones. Ahora, sólo se necesita una inyección y existe una nueva de alta dosis para los mayores de 65 años.

(In English p. 11)

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE LENT SCHEDULE Ash Wednesday – February 22 - 7 am - Spanish Full Mass; 12 p.m. – English Readings & Ashes only; 6 pm – Spanish Readings & Ashes only; 7 pm – English. Full Mass. Stations of the Cross (Bilingual)Every Friday of Lent at 6 pm beginning 2/24. Morning Holy HourEvery Tuesday of Lent from 7 -8 am beginning February 28th. Enchilada Dinner Ash Wednesday, February 22nd from 11 am to 6 pm. Fish Fry - Every Friday of Lent beginning 2/24 from 11 am to 6 pm. Located at 1120 52nd St.

LENT - MEATLESS MEAL join Saint John the Baptist Church,Feb 24th, 5:30 pm - 7 pm, at 10805 Indiana. $10 adult plate, $5 kid’s plate. List of Food Options and Pre-Orders available at stjohnbaptistlbk.org/fridaylenten-meals-pre-order (Also scheduled for March 10, 24, and 31).

38TH ANNUAL SAUSAGE LOVERS FESTIVAL St. Michael Parish in Levelland will be held February 26, 2023 with its traditional German-style link sausage dinner with all the trimmings. The festival includes a raffle, silent and live auctions, baked goods store and much more. In Levelland, 316 E Washington St.

Tony Romo: A Texas Sports Hero

ony Romo’s place in NFL history is a surprising story, one that Jorge and Raquel Iber tell from its unlikely origins to its happy present in clear language for middle readers.

Tony’s grandfather was a migrant

Tworker who emigrated from Mexico to Wisconsin, where he and his Texas-born Mexican American spouse fought hardscrabble for a middle-class life. Readers will learn about a Latino/a community’s struggles and triumphs in this unlikely midwestern enclave.

Unlike other future superstar quarterbacks, Tony didn’t get to play for a large city high school team. He was barely noticed by college recruiters, and his only real path to the next level came at a small school, Eastern Illinois University.

At EIU, Tony fought his way to become the starting quarterback.

The story repeated itself in the NFL, when Tony battled his way from undrafted prospect all the way to AllPro starting quarterback for the most famous NFL franchise in the world, the Dallas Cowboys.

A must-read for young Cowboy fans and their parents, Jorge and Raquel’s book places Tony’s life story among other famous figures in contemporary American sports. Relive Tony’s career, his difficulties and successes. Tony is the quintessential Texas Sport Hero.

The cost is $17.95 and available at https://www.ttupress. org/9781682831588/tony-romo/

Reporte revela que la inseguridad alimentaria es la más alta entre los latinos en comunidades rurales

UnidosUS, la organización latina de defensa y defensa de los derechos civiles más grande del país, y Knorr®, la marca de alimentos más grande dentro de Unilever, publicaron un reporte que examina la inseguridad alimentaria y hambre entre la comunidad Hispana que vive en áreas rurales. "La escasez de comida en la mesa: Un análisis de la inseguridad alimentaria de los latinos que viven en comunidades rurales de los Estados Unidos" refleja los hallazgos de una evaluación de necesidades utilizando métodos mixtos entre 16 miembros comunitarios y 23 líderes comunitarios en todo el país realizada entre febrero y marzo de 2022 que exploró la inseguridad alimentaria y la falta de comidas nutritivas en las comunidades rurales latinas.

Los hallazgos revelaron oportunidades existentes a nivel individual, comunitario, organizacional y de políticas para abordar la nutrición y la inseguridad alimentaria entre los latinos que viven en áreas rurales, incluyendo.

• Los latinos que viven en comunidades rurales tienen tasas más altas de inseguridad alimentaria

• Las comunidades rurales latinas a menudo trabajan en las granjas que cultivan los alimentos de la nación, sin embargo, sus circunstancias de vida y ubicaciones geográficas crean barreras para acceder a alimentos saludables y perpetúan un ciclo de inseguridad alimentaria.

•Los líderes y miembros comunitarios discutieron la importancia de los programas de asistencia alimentaria adaptados culturalmente

"La implementación de las recomendaciones programáticas y de políticas públicas que hemos propuesto en nuestro informe tiene el potencial de mejorar el acceso a más opciones de alimentos saludables", dijo Rita Carreón, Vicepresidenta de Salud de UnidosUS. "Un mejor acceso a opciones culturalmente relevantes y equitativos puede a la vez mejorar los patrones dietéticos de nuestras comunidades, y prevenir, o retrasar, la aparición de la obesidad y otras enfermedades crónicas entre los latinos en las comunidades rurales. Esto tendrá un impacto positivo en la economía y la salud de nuestra nación".

UnidosUS y Knorr® han estado colaborando desde el 2020 y tienen la misión compartida de garantizar que los alimentos saludables y nutritivos sean accesibles y asequibles para todos los estadounidenses. La marca financió el estudio para ayudar a obtener información valiosa sobre las vidas y necesidades de la comunidad latina que vive en áreas rurales.

"Knorr® cree que todas las comunidades deben tener acceso a los alimentos deliciosos y nutritivos, sin embargo, reconocemos que no es una realidad para todos en nuestro país, y particularmente en las áreas rurales donde el acceso es más limitado", dijo Gina Kiroff,

líder de marketing de América del Norte para Knorr®. "Como parte de nuestra misión como marca, Knorr® apoya a organizaciones e iniciativas como UnidosUS con la esperanza de que, a través de estos esfuerzos, juntos podamos ayudar a encontrar soluciones para mejorar el acceso a alimentos nutritivos para los latinos que viven en áreas rurales y en comunidades con inseguridad alimentaria".

Las recomendaciones programáticas y políticas del informe se alinean directamente con la reciente Estrategia de la Casa Blanca sobre el Hambre, la Nutrición y la Salud, que describe una estrategia nacional para alcanzar el audaz objetivo de acabar con el hambre en Estados Unidos para 2030. Las tres recomendaciones programáticas del informe UnidosUS incluyen:

1. Fortalecer la educación nutricional, considerando y respetando el contexto en el que viven los latinos de las comunidades rurales;

2. Mejorar los programas relacionados con la nutrición para mejorar la participación en estos;

3. Ofrecer otras opciones para recibir educación nutricional (como a través de plataformas de videoconferencia) para abordar las disparidades relacionadas con el acceso.

(In English, p. 9)

GOLDEN GLOVES BOXING: Boxers of the Lubbock Warrior Tribe have been preparing for the Texas Regional Golden Gloves Championship that will feature the top national and state champions in West Texas and New Mexico on February 17th & 18th, at 7 p.m. The event will take place at Prima Vista Event Center, 402 N. Inler. Tickets are available at the door at $20 for 11 and above; $10 children 10 and under. Latino Lubbock Magazine is proud to be an advertising sponsor. Best of luck to all the boxers!

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Hometown Heroes

David Gabriel Ramon-Gonzalez , of Lubbock, graduated from Air Force Basic Military Training in September 2022, and more recently, on December 20th, 2022. He graduated from the Air Force Security Forces Training. He will be stationed at Minot, ND. He is the son of Nickie Ramon Morin. From Latino Lubbock Magazine we salute you!

Veteran & First Responder Affairs

Vietnam Archive Now More Accessible

Thanks to a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), Texas Tech University’s Vietnam Center & Sam Johnson Vietnam Archive (VNCA) has now made more than 700 hours of its audio and video interviews more accessible for researchers around the world.

Over the last three years, the VNCA has transcribed 185 oral history interviews of veterans, military couples and a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, as well as civilians and veterans who protested the war at home. The transcription process makes the interviews word-searchable, which assists individuals looking for specific topics, while also improving access for patrons with hearing disabilities. All the interviews are now freely available in the Virtual Vietnam Archive. These in-depth interviews cover the full life experiences of the interviewees, beginning with their early formative experiences; their time in the military, including training and their impressions of the war prior to deployment to Vietnam; and their in-country experiences for the duration of their tours of duty. These interviews also address postwar experiences, such as coming home and readjusting to life in the U.S., as well as their lives and careers after the war. Finally, interviewees offer their perspectives on the war, its effects on them, how Vietnam veterans have been perceived in the years since the war’s end, and their views concerning the U.S. military and foreign policy in the years since the Vietnam War.

“These interviews truly reflect the great diversity of the Vietnam War experience and promote the goals of the Standing Together initiative of helping the public to understand armed conflict and the individual’s role in it, as well as its enduring effects on those individuals and their families,” said Amy K. Mondt, associate director of the VNCA.

“The interviews contain recollections of heroism and tragedy, humor and loss, post-war career success and struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder. They also offer a faithful representation of the memories and experiences of the individuals who served in the war, as well as the thoughts and feelings of the veterans’ loved ones, experiences that simply are not represented in the military

documentation of the war. Providing access to these interviews will help researchers understand the war and those who experienced it firsthand.” All four major services are represented in this collection, including interviews with pilots and ground combat personnel; advisers to the South Vietnamese armed forces and scout dog handlers; medics, corpsmen and U.S. Army nurses; and South Vietnamese civilians, one of whom spent time in Vietnamese re-education camps as a political prisoner following the war. There are interviews with a diverse array of American civilians who volunteered to serve in numerous capacities, such as journalists, Red Cross Donut Dollies, USO and State Department workers, and the wife of a former prisoner of war. Included among these 185 interviews are 52 video interviews with veterans of the Battle of the Ia Drang Valley and members of their families. As one of the most significant battles of the Vietnam War, the Battle of the Ia Drang was the first face-to-face combat between American and North Vietnamese forces and proved to be a watershed in the employment of helicopters on the battlefield, proving the validity of the airmobile concept. Included among these interviewees are the late General Hal Moore, the commanding officer of the American troops during the battle; the late Ed Freeman, a helicopter pilot who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the battle; and Barbara Geoghegan Johns, the widow of Lt. Jack Geoghegan, who was killed in the battle.

“Oral history interviews with veterans provide numerous benefits,” Mondt said. “Although official documentary evidence is vital to the study of the war, we know that these sources are limited in terms of the amount and kinds of information they offer. A wellconducted oral history interview not only supports the documentary evidence, it also provides additional information that the documentary record simply cannot. Oral history interviews can call into question the official record of events, encourage further investigation of specific events and common misconceptions and provide a personal perspective that further enriches the study of the war

Veteran & Military Connection

DATES TO REMEMBER

▪ Feb. 3, 2023 – Four Chaplains Day

▪ Feb. 19 – Coast Guard Reserve Birthday

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

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NEW YEAR SUPPORT: The New Year's Eve "Fire On The Water" gala was held by the Lubbock Professional Firefighters Association (LPFA). Several law enforcement and firefighters attended and supported the event. The program helps fund LPFA programs. Thanks for your commitment!

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER GRADUATES: On Tuesday, January 24, 2023, Sheriff Kelly Rowe and Chief Cody Scott announce the graduates from the Basic County Correctional Officer Course. As always, these individuals demonstrated perseverance and reflected the character required for the Lubbock County Detention Center. J. Amalia, M. Ariaz, S. Badillo, M. Goss, R. Gamez, A. Griffis, I. Macias, E. Martel, A. Martinez, E. Mora, J. Negrion, J. Ortiz, A. Owens, J. Puente, C. Solis, A. Torres, Z. Vargas, and A. Villanueva.

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Neighborhood News & Resources

NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will have a meeting Thursday, February 16th at 5:30 p.m., at 3200 Amherst St. at Maggie Trejo Supercenter. Speakers will include District 1 City Councilwoman with city updates; as well as updates on pending permit for batch plant. All are invited.

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/

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e “Febrero loco--marzo otro poco,” ~ Era un dicho que mi papa usaba muy seguido…nos decía que durante el mes de febrero, las gallinas dejaban de poner huevos y las vacas daban menos leche. Me acuerdo que un tiempo la vaca daba leche pero se hacia agria mas rápido. Nunca ponía mucho cuidado a los meses porque en aquellos días solo queríamos jugar.baño y nadie me vieron salir. Tan presto como puse un pie afuera, el pavo se vino. Corrí para el escusado y serré la puerta. Cada en cuando abría la puerta pero el pavo no se retiraba. Al fin, mi mama mando a mis hermanos que me buscaran. Cuando oí la voz de ellos les grite que estaba en el escusado. Me abrieron la puerta y retiraron el pavo. Se me hacía que se habían pasado horas, pero en realidad no se pasaron más de 45 minutos.

Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

Celebrate 2-1-1 Day

ederal Communications Commission assigned 2-11 as the 3 digit code for health and human service access on July 21, 2000. And the United Way of America declared February 11th as National 2-1-1 Day in 2006.2-1-1 is a free, easy-to-remember three-digit telephone number that provides answers and direction in regard to health benefits (public benefits), food vouchers and pantries, general information; utility assistance, and rent assistance.

Free Respite to Hispanic Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

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Teléfonos de interés para la tercera edad

AARP: 888-687-2277

Social Security: 800-772-1213

Medicare: 800-633-4227

TX Area Agency on Aging: 800-252-9240 2-1-1

Information and Referral Información y referencia 3-1-1

Information and Referral Información y referencia 4-1-1

Voting Information Información de votación

Latino Lubbock Magazine (806)792-1212

exas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC), TTU, and Garrison Institute of Aging (GIA) are providing FREE respite to Hispanic family caregivers of persons with Dementia and Parkinson’s as part of a research study. This will include 3-hour weekly recreation sessions where there will be music, arts and crafts, and physical activity for persons with Dementia and Parkinson’s. Family caregiverscan drop the person with Dementia and Parkinson’s off at GIA and can pick them up 3 hours later. This will provide family caregivers respite for 3 hours. We will be examining if respite and having the person with Dementia and Parkinson’s engaged in recreational activity helps improve the well-being and quality of life of both the family caregiver and the person with Dementia and Parkinson.

Gratuito a los cuidadores familiares de personas hispanas con demencia

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exas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC), Texas Tech University (TTU) y Garrison Institute of Aging (GIA) ofrecen una atención de relevo GRATUITO a los cuidadores familiares de personas hispanas con demencia y Parkinson como una parte de un estudio de investigación. Esto incluirá sesiones de recreación semanales por tres horas donde habrá música, artes y manualidades, y actividad física para personas con demencia y Parkinson. Loscuidadores familiares pueden dejar a la persona con demencia y Parkinson en GIA y recogerla tres horas después. Esto proporcionará a los cuidadores familiares un rato de respiro por unas tres horas. Nosotros examinaremos si la atención de relevo y teniendo a la persona con demencia y Parkinson que participe en actividades recreativas ayuda a mejorar el bienestar y la calidad de vida tanto la del cuidador familiar como la de la persona con demencia y Parkinson.

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North Lubbock Neighborhood

ADVOCATING FOR NEIGHBORHOOD: Members of the

and residents and business owners of the Jackson neighborhood area, held an emergency action meeting to discuss opposition to pending permit #170767 made by Wilbert Funeral Services (WFS), requesting a batch company at 2301 Auburn. Residents expressed concerns and asked questions.

JACKSON-MAHON NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING OVERVIEW: The RAYO Planning and the City of Lubbock's Planning Department are working together to support residents and stakeholders in the Jackson Mahon and Dunbar Manhattan Heights neighborhoods to create neighborhood land use plans for their communities. The neighborhood plan is created by the neighborhood’s residents and stakeholders to promote positive change that reflects a community's vision. They will be holding more meetings in the future.

Association (NLNA)

NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION METING: Alice Lozada, president of the NLNA facilitated the monthly neighborhood association meeting. Members were informed about the closing of Mathews Academy, as well as a request to TCEQ to provide a date for a contested case hearing.

En Aquellos Días…

Juan Jose Romo Jr. died on December 24, 2022. He was born on December 3, 1979, to Juan Jose Romo Sr. and Teresa Hernandez Romo. He attended Lubbock schools and Lubbock Hair Academy in 1998. He met the love of his life and best friend Denise Annette Hernandez in March of 1997 and in just three short months were married on July 1, 1997. They were blessed with three beautiful children.

In 2018, he became partially disabled and found it in his heart to give back to the community by founding Haircuts & Hope. This non-profit organized a team of experienced barbers who donated their time and skill to give free haircuts to the homeless. They would also provide meals, hygiene products, and clothing as part of the service mainly funded by Juan himself. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Denise Annette Hernandez-Romo; two daughters, Gianna Isabella Romo, Gisselle Evangelina Romo; one son, Juan Jose Romo III; his mother, Teresa HernandezRomo; his brothers, Robert Chavez, Orlando Romo; two sisters and brother-in-love, Zelda Lopez, Tricia & Rodshadi Moore and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends everywhere.

He is preceded in death by his father, Juan Jose Romo Sr.

Crespin R. Orosco,91, died January 12, 2023.He was born December 10, 1931, to Marcelino and Inez Orosco in Hondo, TX. He married the love of his life, Olivia Acuna, on June 29, 1956. They were married for 49 years and had 5 beautiful children.

Crespin proudly served his country and is a veteran of the United States Army. He worked as a mechanic at Frontier Dodge for 35 years until he retired. After retirement, he worked part-time at Guajardo Funeral Chapels until he fully retired at the age of 80. He and his wife were long-time members of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Those left to cherish his memory; two sons, David, and Crespin Jr. (Patsy); three daughters Janie (Israel "Tony") Hernandez; Maria Silvar, and Elsa Morin; all of Lubbock. Sister Oralia Barrera of Dallas, TX; 16 Grandchildren; 41 Great-Grandchildren and 13 Great-Great-Grandchildren; many friends including Charles "Beaver" Rios.

Preceded in death by Wife Olivia Orosco; Mom Inez Orosco and Dad Marcelino Orosco of Fresno, CA; brother Juan Orosco of Ogden, UT; sisters Manuela Olivas of Fresno, CA; Gudalupe Orosco of Hondo, TX and Francesca Mata of Lubbock. Grandson Jacob Hernandez, GreatGrandson David Orosco III; two daughtersin-law, Diana Orosco and Antonia Orosco and Son in law Greg Silvar.

Elma Ruiz, 86, of Levelland, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 27, 2022. She was born in Mission, Texas, on Nov. 13, 1936. She married Alfonso Ruiz and created a big, loving home, and had six daughters and three sons. She was a homemaker and pet lover who filled every room she walked into with an abundance of warmth and love.

Elma is survived by her nine children - Olga (Orlando) Lozano, Adriana (Santiago) Samarron, Diana (Rick) Clem, Julio (Lorie) Ruiz, Alfredo Ruiz, Alfonso (Mary Hope) Ruiz, and Elena Young in Levelland, Margo and Wenceslao Santiago of San Antonio, and Anita Martinez (Hector Valenzuela) in Midland.

She was a beloved grandmother who adored all 28 grandchildren, 51 greatgrandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Ruiz.

Memorials

Guadalupe

“Lupe” Anaya Valencia, 81, of Lubbock, was called home on January 23, 2023. She was born in Presidio TX on December 12, 1941, to Agricola Olivas and Eusebio L. Anaya. She married Sabino Valencia Jr. on September 8th, 1962 in Big Spring, TX. They shared 49 wonderful years together before his death in 2012.

Lupe lived her life as a devoted and faithful Catholic attending Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children: Sylvia Cantu (Jesse) of Lubbock; Reynaldo Anaya Valencia of Powell, Ohio; and Laura Valencia DeLeon (John) of Lubbock. Six grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren.

In Loving Memory

Fidencia "Frances" Castro

Dec. 27, 1928 to Jan 21, 2014

A wife, a mother, a grandma too, This is the legacy we have from you

You taught us love and how to fight

You gave us strength, you gave us might. A stronger person would be hard to find, And in your heart you were always kind. You fought for us all in one way or another, not just as a wife not just as a mother. Your love in our hearts we’ll eternally keep. We miss you. We'll always love you!

Noah Ryan Rodriguez, 15, was born June 14, 2007 in Lubbock to Paul Joseph Rodriguez & Cynthia Ann Perez.

A sophomore at Monterey High School, Noah worked at Spanky’s Restaurant and enjoyed listening to music, eating and hanging out with his friends. He had a bright smile and great personality, making it easy to make friends. He loved fishing but more than anything, he loved spending time with his family.

On January 11, 2023, much earlier than ever expected; Noah Ryan Rodriguez was taken from this life and into the eternal arms of his father in heaven. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Cynthia Ann Perez of Lubbock; one brother, Joseph Rodriguez of Lubbock; four sisters, Jewel Perez, Emily Ybanez, Sophie Ybanez, Gabriella Rodriguez all of Lubbock; his paternal grandmother, Linda Rodriguez of Lubbock, maternal grandparents, Irma Rangel & Richard Rocha; his great grandmother, Pauline Valdez of Lubbock.

He is preceded in death by his father, Paul Joseph Rodriguez; his grandfather, Pablo “Polo” Rodriguez Jr.

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

Christoval

“Chris” Ochoa, 83, of Ropesville, Texas passed away January 14, 2023. He was born on August 17, 1939, in Corpus Christi, to the late Florentino and Matilde Ochoa. On September 2, 1967, he married the love of his life, Gloria DeLeon in Brownfield, and they shared 55 years of marriage. He was a devoted Christian, husband, and father. He worked as a farmer for most of his life, although he owned and operated a gas station, Ochoa Service Station, where he became a staple of the community. He served as a member of the Ropesville City Council and the Ropesville Lion’s Club for several years. He was also a long-standing member of the Church of Christ.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Gloria of Ropesville; a daughter, Christina Martinez (Joe) of Ropesville; sons, Noel Ochoa (Ashli Alamanza) of Dallas, and Roger Ochoa of Lubbock; a brother, Robert Ochoa (Janie) of Seattle, Washington; sisters Tina Perez (Amos) of Lubbock, and Patsy Cruz (Paul) of Meadow; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous family members and friends. Chris is preceded in death by his parents, Florentino and Matilde Ochoa; brothers Ramon Ochoa and Manuel Ochoa; sisters Mary Sandoval and Lupe Casarez.

John Lara Bravo, 95, died on January 10, 2023. He was born March 23, 1927, in Normangee to Manuel & Francis Bravo. He married Aurelia Flores on October 14, 1949, in Hearne and worked as a welder for most of his life. He was a fan of many sports with baseball being his favorite and enjoyed watching the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, and WWE. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. Those left to cherish his memory are his son and daughter-in-law, John F. JR. & Teresa Bravo of TN; two grandchildren; tand wo great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Aurelia Bravo and one son, Jesse Bravo.

Ray Lozada, 63, passed January 6, 2023, in Shallowater, Texas. Beloved husband of Rosie Lozada. He was born on March 19, 1959, in Brownfield, TX to Jessie and Juanita Lozada. His great achievement was being father to three wonderful children, Arianna, Joseph, and Lindy Lozada whom he constantly boasted about and strongly encouraged to seek their dreams. Ray lived a full and generous life. He was proud of his GED he received in 1982 due to his self-implicated adversity. He was proud of his construction business and leaves behind his greatest legacy, Skyblast Fireworks. He showed his devotion to Christ through his Catholic ministry. Those left to cherish his memory are his three children, and 10 grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Mary, and brothers Jessie, Jr., and Armando, as well as countless nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Lozada.

Lupe is also survived by four brothers: Ramon Anaya (Carolina), Eusebio Anaya Jr. (Becky), Jesse Anaya (Julie), David Anaya (Maria), and one sister, Irene Flores all of Lubbock, TX, as well as numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. She was preceded in death by five brothers: Silverio “Toby” Anaya, Eusebio Anaya, Pedro Anaya, Reynaldo Anaya, Hilario (Larry) Anaya, and two sisters: Araseli Valencia and Petra Valencia.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil

~ Psalm 23:4

David Michael Perez, 40, of Lubbock, Texas passed away on January 13, 2023. He was born into the loving arms of his parents Louis Perez Sr., and Ida Franco Armenta on July 25, 1982, in Fort Worth, TX. He graduated from historic Lubbock High School in 2001. He worked for Walmart for 17 years, and his most recent job was at the Cast Iron Grill working as a prep cook.

He enjoyed watching various genres of movies and was an avid video game player. David was also a musician, playing the guitar to the piano, and had a passion for music. His favorite band of all time was Metallica, as he attended many of their shows. He also loved road-tripping with his girlfriend, attending numerous concerts with her. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, especially with his children!

He is survived by his father, Louis Perez, Sr.; his mother, Ida Armenta; his children, Damien, Abigail, and Jaden Perez; his brothers, Louis (Stephanie) Perez II, Steven (Hali) Perez; and David's girlfriend, Deronica Daniel, and her children DeJobie, DySin, Dreydan, Davinnie, and Diovoni.

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

Love, Your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grand kids!

February Prayer

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father of Compassion and God of all grace, I thank you for teaching me to love through the example of Jesus. May my words and actions reflect his love toward your people today, tomorrow, and until you bring us all home to you. In the name of Christ, my Great Example, I pray. Amen.

"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you , so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another."—John 13:34-35

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

Pic The Gallo

Meet Pico the Bilingual Gallo (Rooster) - He loves school, reading, playing outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Now it is time for Pico to prepare for Día de San Valentin, Valentine’s Day. His prima (cousin) Jita la Gallita (little hen), esta hacendo algunas decoracíones para la mesa.

Valentine's Day Crossword

President's

Day

Meet Two Famous Presidents

Presidents’ Day is celebrated in February to honor two of our greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. The holiday is celebrated in the United States on the third Monday in February.

George Washington was born on February 22, 1732.

When he was born, America was not a nation yet. It belonged to England, a country across the ocean. People in America didn’t want to belong to England so they fought a war to become a separate country. George Washington was an American general in the war. America won the war and picked a new name for itself: The United States of America. George Washington was elected to be its first President.

Check Out Spanish Books at Mahon Library

The Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, has a selection of books in Spanish available for checkout. The collection includes best-selling fiction titles, literature by Spanish language authors, cookbooks, sports books, and resources for learning English. Titles include Go Set a

Watchman, The Fault in Our Stars, and Message in a Bottle.

The library also has a large selection of children’s books in Spanish. Board books, picture books and chapter books can be found in Spanish by popular children’s authors, such as Eric

Carle and Ezra Jack Keats. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call 775-2834 or visit the library’s web site at www.lubbocklibrary.com.

Encuentre libros en español en la biblioteca

Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, tiene una selección de libros en Español disponibles para checkout. La colección incluye libros en la lista de los más vendidos en títulos de ficción, literatura por autores de lengua española, libros de cocina y deportes, así como recursos para aprender Inglés. Los

títulos incluyen Gone Girl, The Fault in Our Stars y Message in a Bottle. La biblioteca también cuenta con una gran selección de libros en Español para niños. Libros educativos de juegos, ilustraciones e historias cortas de autores populares como Eric Carle y Ezra Jack Keats, pueden ser encontrados en Español.

El horario de la biblioteca es 9 a.m. a 9 p.m. de Lunes a Miércoles, 9 a.m. a 6 p.m. de Jueves a Sábado, y 1 p.m. a 5 p.m. los Domingos. Para más información, favor llamar al 775-2834 o visitar el sitio web de la biblioteca en www.lubbocklibrary. com.

Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12 in 1809. Things were different then. When Abe was a boy, he lived in a log cabin. A log cabin is a small house made out of logs cut from trees. His father cut down the trees and made the cabin.

There were no electric lights in the cabin. Young Abe read books by firelight and drew with charcoal on a shovel. Abe’s family was poor. Often he went barefoot because he didn’t have any shoes.

When Abraham Lincoln grew up, he studied hard and became a lawyer. Then he was elected to be a law-maker. In 1861, Abraham Lincoln became the 16th President of the United States.

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