Latino Lubbock Magazine - Vol. 17, Issue 6 ~ June/junio 2023

Word from the Publisher/mensaje de nuestra fundadora Querídos lectores...

It means everything to see the success of so many of our students! And once again, we embark on another year of graduations, and I'm so proud of the families and their graduates for their continued tenacity!

I know that I've shared with you my high school graduation, but even more significant was my college graduation. It took me more than four years - more like six - in part because I worked full-time, as well as being a mother, and I had to balance everything in my life, and it was not easy.

In addition, I was named a Ronald E. McNair Scholar and it was the cherry on top of this journey.

I recall studying after work and truly burning the midnight oil. I worked hard and, in the end, it was all worth it - obtaining my degree, modeling for my family higher education, and achieving part of my goals.

This is why I also reflect on my dad's college graduation from South Plains College. I know the commitment it took for him to achieve his college degree. He worked a full-time job in construction, came home to have dinner with his family and then went on to night classes.

After night classes, my dad Jose J. Martinez, would study and burn the midnight oil. He even tutored a friend who he had encouraged to also take classes!

My dad was an inspiration to us. He worked during the day, and attended night classes in the evening and never gave up.

At his graduation ceremony, I was the one who photographed the event with the camera my parents had given me for Christmas. I was about 10 years old.

Thanks to my mom for keeping down the fort while dad worked, went to school, and studied. Later my mom, Janie Castañeda graduated and received her GED and even took some college courses. We were equally proud of her because despite being a nontraditional student, she applied herself and achieved something she always wanted. My parents were great examples for us because they proved that no matter the age or the time in our life, we had to be true to ourselves and strive for our best lives.

As a result, out of their six children, all of us have received degrees, and in some cases multiple! I was the first to obtain a degree from Texas Tech University. More so, the first to see my own daughter obtain her bachelor’s and then her master’s degrees. It doesn't matter about the circumstance, your age, your economic issues, your family situation - if you want a higher education bad enough it is achievable!

And once you obtain your degree, reach back, and help the next generation, or another family member. We truly rise by lifting others.

Latino Lubbock Magazine is committed to higher education and features scholarship info monthly, along with tips to prepare students, but again you got to seek the information and then follow-through. As can be seen the colleges universities in our area are committed to your education.

In our June issue we are very proud to showcase graduates who submitted photos. We wish them and all of the Class of 2023 the very best in their future endeavors and in their higher education aspirations.

Also, Latino Lubbock Magazine wishes all the dads a Happy Father's Day, Feliz D ía de los Padres, (June 18). Daddy, Jose J. Martinez, I love you! Also, as special shout out to my hubby, Frank Garcia/Pappa Bear, who is the best dad ever! May God Always Bless you!

I urge you to visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net for all the info you may need or to read Latino Lubbock Magazine. You can also reach us at (806)792-1212 or (806) 544-6526. And of course, please keep sending us your news and info.

Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly.

Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en abril y siempre! ¡Happy Father's Day y Feliz Día de los Padres!

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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CONTRIBUTORS

En Aquellos Días

Rosario Smith

Forward in Christ

Pastor Josh Ramirez

My College Experience

Bailee Alonzo

A Teen's View

Blaise Martinez

Opinion Pieces

Individuals interested in writing an Opinion piece* may contact news@latinolubbock.net. Please include your name, contact number, and subject.

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

Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock Magazine, LLC

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Absolutely no part of this periodical may be reproduced without the consent of Latino Lubbock Magazine. This periodical’s name and logo, and the various concepts, titles and headings therein, are trademarks of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Editor’s Note: The terms “Latino” and “Hispanic” are used interchangeably by the U.S. Census Bureau and by Latino Lub- bock throughout this publication to identify persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central and South American, Dominican, and Spanish descent; they may be of any race.

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“This is not a perfect bill. It is not everything that Democrats want. It's not everything that Republicans want. It is a breakthrough, a compromise,” said U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso, who unveiled bipartisan border legislation that would offer a legal pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants while investing in security measures along the borders with Mexico and Canada. The bill, is dubbed the “Dignity Act.”

Dicho

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday!

June/junio

June/junio

On the Cover

"To be a dad - hacer papa"

Cover By Christy Martinez-Garcia

This month's June cover features a first time dad. Father’s Day is an important day of reflection for those who not only want to pay homage to their biological fathers — but also to individuals who provide love, shelter, food, and safety for their families. No child should ever be in a situation where they do not have someone to call dad. A dad is far more than someone who contributes to a person’s genetics. Biology is not a requirement to be a dad. Being a dad does not end once the child becomes an adult. I wager that it is just the beginning of another phase. Being a dad is a lifelong commitment. Happy Father’s Day, Feliz día del Padre to the men who have stepped up and pride themselves in the children they love and care for!

Contents

Word from the Publisher Page 4

Political Page 7

Opportunity/Business Page 8-9

Health/Salud Page 10-11

Men Making a Difference Page 12

Education/Youth Page 14-15

Faith & Religion Page 18

Memorials Page 22

Latino Lubbock Magazine's Mission Statement:

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

Alíviate pronto... Get well soon Our Prayers are with you

Lupe Ramirez

Jesse Madrid

Juan Contreras

Beatrice Hernandez

Robert Martinez

Eloisa Martinez

Pinkie Mungia

Coach Edward Hernandez

Manuel Posadas

Raymond Rodriguez

Robert Narvaiz

Ezequiel Alvarado

Grace Garza

Henry Castellano

Eloisa Abeyta

Beto Castañeda

Rene M. Dominguez, Sr.

Martin Rivera

Evie Williams

Tavita Dorow

Josie Castro

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

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Celia Juarez

Briana Pauda

Anthony Ray Ortiz

Saul Sanchez

Latino Lubbock Magazine is owned/founded by Christy Martinez-Garcia

“La palabra es plata, el silencio oro." "The word is silver, silence gold." Meaning: Silence is more valuable than words.

Juvenile Curfew Enforcement

The Lubbock Police Department remind citizens about curfew hours now in effect.

The Curfew applies to any person 16 years of age or younger, Thursdays through Saturdays from 12 a.m. – 6 a.m.

They will have two teams of officers actively looking for juvenile curfew violators.

Fines for violations of this ordinance can vary up to $500 as determined by the Municipal Court.

All fines are subject to the court’s discretion and may change without notice.

For further questions or inquiries about the Juvenile Curfew, please contact the Lubbock Police Department Juvenile Section at (806) 775-2788.

The ordinance can be viewed at the City of Lubbock website. This is a synopsis of the ordinance § Chapter 18 Article II Section 18-46, and what it means for juveniles and parents.

Attorney General Ken Paxton Impeached - Trial August 28th

BY TEXAS TRIBUNE

Lawmakers in the Texas House voted overwhelmingly to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday. The stunning vote came two days after a House committee unveiled 20 articles of impeachment for Paxton, accusing the state’s top lawyer of bribery, dereliction of duty, disregard of official duty and obstruction of justice. Paxton is suspended from his duties pending the outcome of a trial in the Senate.

For years, Paxton has faced criminal investigations, legal battles and accusations of wrongdoing. He was charged with felony securities fraud less than a year into his first term, and in 2020 senior officials in his office accused him of improper influence, abuse of office, bribery and other potential crimes. Several of those officials were fired and later filed

a whistleblower lawsuit against Paxton accusing him of retaliation.

After a tentative $3.3 million settlement was reached in the whistleblower lawsuit in February, Paxton’s office asked lawmakers to use taxpayer dol lars to pay it. House com mittee members say this is what sparked their investigation and recommendation for impeachment.

The impeachment charges centered on Paxton’s entanglement with Austin real estate developer Nate Paul. Members of the House committee that investigated Paxton said they believed he broke the law by using his agency to serve Paul’s interests. In return, Paxton allegedly received bribes and favors from Paul — from home remodeling to hiring a woman with

whom Paxton had an affair.

During debate Saturday, Paxton supporters criticized the impeachment proceedings as rushed, secretive and based on hearsay accounts. But ultimately, lawmakers approved impeachment in a 121-23 vote, with 60 Republicans, including Speaker Dade Phelan, voting for it.

The Senate will now conduct a trial for Paxton with senators acting as jurors and designated House members presenting their case as impeachment managers.

The Senate trial will start by Aug. 28.

Permanently removing Paxton from office and barring him from holding future elected office in Texas would require the support of two-thirds of senators.

“The education I received at Lubbock Christian University provided me the insight and knowledge I needed to look at decisions globally and progressively.”

CRISTIAN

Opinion/opinión

Community & Event Brieflies

UMC CHILDREN'S 3RD ANNUAL WATER SAFETY

EVENT

Saturday,

June 10, 2023 at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. wear your swimsuit and join us for the UMC Children’s Water Safety Event at Water Rampage at NO CHARGE!

UMC will be conducting lifejacket fittings, CPR training and giving out FREE lifejackets provided by Cabela's. Come out and join us for a day full of fun! Must be 48” or taller to ride slides at Water Rampage.

West Texas Comic Con 2023 Showcasing the elite of pop culture! From Comic Book Artist, Celebrity Guest, Cosplay, Gaming, Toys & Collectibles all under one roof! JUN 16 AT 2 PM – JUN 18 AT 5 PM, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

@ Copper Rawlings, 213 40th St., Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 9 am – 3 pm. Shop for bargains, or RENT a booth! All ages welcome, Free admission. Booth rental spaces $10. F or more information please contact Copper Rawlings at 806.767.2704.

NIGHT TO REMEMBER - Casino

Royale Gala Join Catholic Charities on June 23, 2023, 6 - 11 pm, at Frazier Alumni Pavilion. Event and raffle tickets can be purchased online at www.cclubbock.org/ donate/

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.

BASIC ENGLISH CLASS – Clase de Inglés – aprender Inglés básico, 3211 58th Street, (east of Indiana) Lubbock. Horas: Cada Miércoles a las 7:30-8:30 de la noche. 806-239-5352 GRATIS!!

CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad. Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636.

IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806-741-0409.

SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN

Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409.

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.

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Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock

Most U.S. Latino History is Left Out of High School Textbooks, Study Finds

BY EDWIN FLORES

Mhost of the seminal events impacting U.S. Latino history are not a subject of study in high schools across the country, according to a new report by Johns Hopkins Institute for Education Policy and UnidosUS, a national Latino advocacy and research organization.

The study found that 87% of key Latino topics were either not covered in U.S. history textbooks or were mentioned in just five or fewer sentences.

"Only 28 of 222 important topics were covered well, leaving out many aspects of the Mexican-American War, the Spanish-American War, the U.S. acquisition of Puerto Rico, the Panama Canal, the modern civil rights movement, Cold War politics, and legal developments shaping the Latino experience, such as the Voting Rights Act, the Civil Rights Act, and racial

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segregation," according to a release on the report.

Over a quarter of the nation's K-12 public school students are Latino.

Researchers analyzed five U.S. history textbooks used in seven states and one AP U.S. history book. The study looked at the overall depiction of the Latino experience throughout the centuries, the balance between discussions about inequality and the Latino contributions to the U.S., the use of language and the authenticity of images.

The topics with the greatest depth of content were American land purchases from Mexico and Latin American foreign policy — a 1.4 out of a maximum of three. But when it came to coverage of U.S. Latino "firsts" from 1821 to the present, the coverage was the "thinnest" — a .1 out of three.

The report also found that while the AP textbook and a couple of other textbooks contextualized the significance of certain

Carta Abierta

UN BONITO DÍA EN NUESTRO BARRIO

Era un hermoso día en nuestro barrio el Viernes Santo cuando nuestro querido Señor Jesús sufrió y murió por nosotros. ¡Él murió pero resucitó y vive!

Caminé con la gente para esta observación trascendental y todo lo que puedo decir es que fue un día hermoso en nuestro vecindario y me alegro de que sigamos observándolo. Bendiciones para todos!

Ben Rodriguez

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

As I've been preparing my kid's activities for the summer I've included the camp info displayed in Latino Lubbock each year. I understand that will now be placed online on your website - thanks for that. Also, I'm sad that this year I can' include Montelongo Pool. We have a small above ground pool but we also liked going to the pool on occasion. We'll visit Clapp Pool, but it is inconvenient. When are the splash pads opening?

Thanks, Rosalinda Rodriguez

concepts and their impact on the Latino experience — for example the role of nativism to examine how certain groups of people, including Latinos, were treated — other textbooks "were intellectually flat."

Additionally, the research revealed that Sonia Sotomayor's appointment as the Supreme Court's first Latina justice was the only event in the past 200 years that was noted in all the books as a pivotal Latino moment.

The report issued several recommendations, including that publishers develop textbooks "that fully expose students to the experiences of Latinos, incorporating rigorous content including both primary and secondary sources. At a minimum, publishers should commission independent reviews of their texts, measured against the seminal content."

The researchers also urged teachers, parents and community

leaders to advocate for more inclusive curricula and materials, and to hold meetings with school officials and school boards.

"As the country grows more diverse,” Viviana López Green, senior director of the racial equity initiative at UnidosUS, said in a statement, “it’s essential for our future workers, businesspeople, community leaders, and public officials to learn about the contributions and experiences of all Americans, including Latinos, the country’s largest racial/ethnic minority.”

José Gregory, a U.S. history teacher in Atlanta and a consultant on the project, said in a statement that the "American Latino experience must be accurately depicted to our young people in the classroom if we want them to grow up in a society that recognizes and values the contributions made by people of color."

ELECTRIC COMMUNITY MEETINGS

I missed the electric community meetings about the electric transition. Will there be anymore and where can I find information? Do you have recommendations on who to choose?

Gracias, Richard

Important Numbers

Policecall(Non-Emergency) 763-5333

Fire (Non-Emergency) call 765-5757

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GRADUATE PHOTOS

I did not have my graduates pictures yet for the June issue. Thanks for letting me know that you will be including high school and college graduates in the July issue. We really appreciate that Latino Lubbock Magazine does that. This is my last highschool graduate and will soon have my first college grad! Thanks again!

Mary S. Rodriguez

JAMAICA

SEASON

Please include the jamaica schedule in your paper like you have done each summer. We avoided activities because of covid but now we're getting back in the groove. My wife and I always look in the Latino Lubbock and look forward to all the information that ya'll include each month. Keep up the great work.

Emergencies call 9-1-1 Program/Service info, call 2-1-1 City services, call 3-1-1 Voting Info, call 4-1-1 City - call 775-3000. www.ci.lubbock.tx.us

County - call 775-1000 www.co.lubbock.tx.us

LISD - call 766-1000

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We appreciate all you and your staff do. Jorge

Blessings, Raul & Becky THANK YOU

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CONGRATS ARE IN

Class of 2023!

Jaden Flores Lubbock HS

Lily Reyes Lubbock HS

Destiny Prieto Monterey HS

Javan Ortiz Lubbock HS

Joshua Brandon Lopez Lubbock HS

Jordan Lee Villanueva Lubbock HS

Sophia Albiar Coronado HS

Sevastian Castillo Lubbock-Cooper HS

Britto Willey Lubbock HS

Cecily Garcia Lubbock HS

Liliana Sanchez Frenship HS

Omar Miguel Sauceda Lubbock-Cooper HS

Zechariah Ramirez Coronado HS

Samantha Danielle Herrera Frenship HS

Michael Anthony Villegas Lubbock HS

Sierra Mirayah Vasquez Estacado HS

Selena Ortiz Estacado HS

Ryan Corrales Frenship HS

Sumaira Elestina Ruiz Frenship HS

Angel Garcia Monterey HS

Bella Mariz Esquivel Lubbock HS

Samuel Teran Lubbock HS

Julian Miguel Castro Lubbock HS

Massiah Olguin Estacado HS

Devon Soto Estacado HS

Julia Diaz Estacado HS

Sean Rodriquez Coronado HS

Aaron Jordan Garcia Frenship HS

Abriel Jacob Mata Frenship HS

Mia Alvarado Estacado HS

Brooklyn Markley Frenship HS

Carmen Cruz Frenship HS

Adrianna Renee Mariana Aleman Lubbock-Cooper HS

Destiney Pineda Frenship HS

J'lyn Nashla Escamilla Frenship HS

Addison J. Mojica Coronado HS

Mario Jonah Dominguez Lubbock HS

Nickolas Marcelino Martinez Lubbock-Cooper HS

Esmeriah Smith Lubbock HS

Kaleb Zane Rodriguez Lubbock HS

Jeremiah Isaiah Hernandez Lubbock HS

Josie Gabrielle Mungia Lubbock HS

Gianna Dominguez Coronado HS

Iziah Flores Coronado HS

Jennessa Nariah Paez Coronado HS

Horacio Fierro Coronado HS

Cierra B. Olivarez Coronado HS

Ian Mekhi Garza Coronado HS

Samuel Vasquez Coronado HS

Ray Reyes Jr. Lubbock HS

Zachariah Trevino Monterey HS

Sabion Lara Shallowater HS

Aaralyn Samudio New Hope Academy

Oriana Faith Perez Talkington SYWL HS

Samuel Alexander Gonzales Slaton HS

Nevaeh Cortez Idalou HS

Kaley Garza Floydada HS

Makenzie Lozano Sharp Academy

Delray Garza Sudan HS

Spencer Freeman Denver City HS Noah Adam Salsman Anton HS

Amaya Perez Coleman HS

Xzavier Orellana Monterey HS

Abigail Perez Motley County ISD

Marissa Gonzalez Cabrera Muleshoe HS

Devon Sotelo Farwell HS

Chloe Madison Escamilla Premier HS Cadence Yocom Ralls HS

Koy Torres Sundown HS Zane Mendez Ralls HS

Daniel Romero New Deal HS

Devyn Mechelle Gonzalez Monterey HS

Trinity G. Llanas TTU Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Ryan Lopez Coronado HS

Gracie Lee Anaya TTUHSC Bachelor of Nursing

Joshua Gutierrez TTU Bachelor of Arts Major Advertising, Minor PR

Saul Eli Rosa TTU Bachelor of Arts Communication Studies, Minors in Linguistics and English

Gabrielle Amariz Barela Monterey HS

Jaylen Flores Monterey HS

Michael Brando Ortega Monterey HS

Isabella Cardona Monterey HS

Elanena Herrera Monterey HS

Jace Salazar Monterey HS

Soli G. Moctezuma Monterey HS

Erika Valencia TTU Master of Education Counselor Education, Mental Health

Perla Sosa TTU Master of Arts in Strategic Communication and Innovation

James Guevara TTU Master of Science; Marketing Research & Analytics

Krystel Martinez Grand Canyon Univ. Master of Science in Psychology

Louisa RamosGonzales Angelo State Univ. Masters of Science Professional School Counseling

Joey Martinez West TX A & M Univ. Masters of Arts Major in Studio Art, Minor Ceramics

LATINA BUSINESS OWNERS’ VENDOR EVENT Join the Lubbock Latina Business Owners for their first vendor event! They will host 30 vendors, Food Trucks, offer botox, and more!!! The event is FREE on Saturday, June 3rd, from 10 am to 3 pm, at Courtyard of Marriott at 308 Ave V. Brought to you in part by Latino Lubbock Magazine. " When Women come together, AMAZING things will happen," said one of the members and this is a chance to meet and support Latina Business owners.

34th Street and North University Added as Empowerment Zones

The Lubbock City Council approved to a previously passed resolution by adding a program that will “support improvement projects for commercial properties.”

The goal of Resolution No. R2018-R0395 is to encourage redevelopment and revitalization within Lubbock, according to the agenda item. This will be achieved by creating “Empowerment Zones.” There will be no fiscal impact in creating the 34th Street and North University zones, the City of Lubbock said.

The Lubbock East Neighborhood was the only existing Empowerment Zone. And now, two new zones have been added that will include - The 34th Street Empowerment Zone and the North University Empowerment Zone.

Through the addition of these zones, local organization Market Lubbock, Inc. (MLI) will have a designated area to implement the Commercial Revitalization Grant Program, the item continued. MLI will provide grants to offset expenses related to improvements made to commercial 34th Street, North University and East Side properties, located within the respective Lubbock Neighborhood Empowerment Zones as designated by the City of Lubbock, with the following guidelines:

• An Applicant must be a valid Owner or Tenant (Lessee) of the

property needing improvements

• Properties must fall within the attached map boundaries

• SingleFamily residences and duplexes are excluded

• All projects are subject to Market Lubbock Inc. Board, City Staff and Lubbock City Council approval – Applicant is responsible for ensuring the completed scope of work matches the originally approved scope

• An Applicant is eligible to receive a permittable grant and/or façade grant per property (LCAD R# or Development Lot), per enterprise, per year. Must wait one year from approval to apply again for the same property (Expenses used in one application cannot be used in another application.)

• Applicant is not eligible for grant program funding if delinquent in property taxes according to Lubbock Central Appraisal District (LCAD) records – includes all LCAD properties listed in the applicant’s name

• Applicant is not eligible for grant program funding if applicant operations rely on tax revenue

• Applicant is responsible for determining current Certificate of

Occupancy status prior to start of construction

• MLI disbursements are characterized as "reimbursable grants" –Applicant pays expenses first

• Expenses eligible for reimbursement must relate to reasonable costs or expenses.

• Receipt of an application is not a guarantee of grant approval

• Improvements must meet City of Lubbock Guidelines

• Request for grant must be made prior to start of construction and/ or prior to receiving a dated City of Lubbock construction permit(s)

– Applicant is responsible for acquiring all appropriate permits –Permits must match work performed

• Annual commercial revitalization grant program budget totals $500,000.

Grant Types include Permittable Projects which include improvements that may be made to the exterior and/or interior of the property.

And, a Façade Projects that must be made to the exterior of the property facing the most prominent street. To learn more about the grant opportunities, call MLI Contact – Jorge Quirino at (806)723-8241.

Martinez-Garcia

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s West Texas district office recognized the 2023 Small Business Week Award Winners from the 71 counties in the West Texas district.

Christy Martinez-Garcia, owner and publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine was selected as the 2023 Minority Small Business Champion for the Lubbock Area for her contributions to the small business community.

Martinez-Garcia started Latino Lubbock Magazine in 2006 and has served Lubbock and the South Plains for 17 years. With over 100,000 readers monthly, Latino Lubbock Magazine can be found on stands and read online.

Small

Business Week

Named SBA Minority Small Business Champion During

In addition to the publication, Martinez-Garcia has also hosted and produced the Latino Lubbock Update segment that can be watched each Thursday, during the Trends & Friends, on the local CBS affiliate - for the last 11 years. She was nominated in part for her dedication to the community advocating for the public during the COVID -19 pandemic, as well as for her constant community service.

She is the founder of the nonprofit Los Hermanos Familia, whose objective is "Strenghtening Families, Building Community." She is also the District 1, Lubbock City Council representative. In addition, Jeremy and Heather Waller, owners of Picoso’s Mexican

Kitchen were selected as the 2023 Small Business Person of the Year for the entire West Texas District.

Katherine Wells, Director of Public Health with the City of Lubbock, has won the 2023 Phoenix Award for the West Texas District for her contributions to Disaster Recovery.

Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates

WEBINAR-HOW TO FINANCE YOUR SMALL BUSINESS (ON DEMAND - June 2023) Learn the basics of small business loans. This knowledge can apply to startup or existing businesses, or loans for franchisees. Contact: Rebecca Castilleja (806) 745-1637.

NEW MYSBA LOAN PORTAL borrowers can log in to https://lending.sba. gov for a new and improved customer experience. The MySBA Loan Portal allows borrowers to send messages to the SBA directly through the portal.

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.

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.

LP&L Warns of Scams of Electric Sales

Lubbock Power & Light (LP&L) is making the public aware of il legal door-to-door electric sales being conducted by electric companies and brokers with no affiliation or registration with the City of Lubbock. At this time, there are no retail electric providers authorized to sign-up customers in Lubbock. If you are a customer of LP&L and are contacted by a company - either by phone or an in-person visit at your home - stating they can sign you up for service today, be advised they are not authorized to do so and LP&L strongly recommends customers not provide them with personal information such as your current utility bill. Any customers asked to do so are encouraged to contact the Lubbock Police Department's nonemergency line at 806.775.2865 with identifying information of the unauthorized salesperson.

All registered electric providers that will participate in the future retail competitive market in Lubbock are currently going through testing and registration with the City and ERCOT. Registered providers will

be listed on the approved provider list on LPandL.com once complete. LP&L anticipates completion of testing and registration of retail electric providers by late June.

LP&L is in the process of educating its customers on what they should expect when Lubbock becomes the first city to voluntarily deregulate and allow customers to choose their electric providers since the creation of the retail competitive market in Texas in 1999. LP&L recently announced it is are working with federal regulatory officials to achieve one final approval before making this historic move. LP&L anticipates being able to update the timeline for go-live of competition in Lubbock in the coming months.

Customers are encouraged to visit LPandL.com to download resources and keep up-to-date with the timeline for competition.

The move to retail competition is an important milestone for the City of Lubbock and the safety of citizens is important. We encourage everyone to be aware of the signs of scams and unauthorized sales as we make this historic transition.

TTU Small Business Expo 2023 Set for June 6th

The 8th Annual Small and Historically Underutilized Business Expo will take place Tuesday, June 6th, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Frazier Alumni Pavilion, 2680 Drive of Champions.

The Small Business Expo provides small business owners, historically disadvantaged business owners, potential business owners, and entrepreneurs; local, state, and federal government agents; and anyone with an interest in nurturing small business, the chance to develop business con-

nections and relationships with small and disadvantaged vendors. Small and Historically Underutilized Businesses will have an opportunity to build relationships with potential clients and partners. The Expo is open to the public with free breakfast and door prizes. Parking is free and is available on the lot directly north of the Frazier Alumni Pavilion. For more information, visit the event website, email sbexpo@ttu. edu or call (806) 742-3844.

Feeling Good with Fiber

Many have most likely been told they do not get enough fiber in their diet, and some may wonder why it is necessary for their health and well-being. It may come as a surprise that fiber can help improve digestion, prevent constipation and help lower cholesterol. It is recommended that on average, Americans get 25-30 grams of fiber a day. Unfortunately, Americans are only getting about half of that.

There are two types of fiber: soluble fiber and non-soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is not well absorbed and can help lower cholesterol. Some common food sources include oat cereals, beans, berries,

Educate Yourself About Headaches

seeds and some fruits and vegetables.

Non-soluble fiber can help improve digestion and may play a role in weight control and regularity. Common food sources include cucumbers, grapes, tomatoes, dark leafy vegetables and whole grains.

When deciding to add more fiber into the diet, it is important to start slowly and follow with water. As fiber consumption increases, adding in water can help prevent constipation. Pick foods that are 3 grams of fiber or more per serving. Check the nutrition facts label to see the fiber content in different foods.

Summer Lunch Programs to be Available Citywide

With summer comes an often unpublicized recurring problem: many children in Lubbock, primarily fed by schools, will go hungry while classes are out. Here are somesummer lunch programs: THE YWCAFree meal programs at 62nd and Elgin. Call (806) 792-2723 for more information.

LUBBOCK BOYS AND GIRLS

CLUB is set up to feed members. Memberships are available annually. A full day includes breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Free if you live in 79415 district. Call (806) 792-2880 for more information.

SOUTH PLAINS FOOD

BANK- Kids Café: free meals throughout summer at various locations. To find a location near you, please call (806) 763-3032 or visit www.spfb.org.

LISD - free breakfast and lunch for kids June 6–July 28. Call (806)7661000 for more information.

FRENSHIP ISD thru July 28, children can receive a free lunch each day, Mon.- Fri. at Frenship High School Soccer Complex, 702 Donald Preston Dr., Wolfforth, from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.; and Duran Park, 26th Street and Kewanee Ave., LBK, from 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

More details will be posted on Latino Lubbock's Facebook page.

Headaches are one of the most common physical ailments, accounting for about 10 million to doctors’ of each year. Yet exact causes of the pain remain largely a mystery. The International Headache Society has recognized 150 different kinds of headaches, usu ally brought on by stress, worry, or lack of sleep, but also hang overs, ice cream, and even sex. While many of the more common head aches are the result of spe cific actions and only cause temporary discomfort, others can be symptoms of more serious illnesses. New research and improved technology are bringing us closer to understanding exactly where pain starts so that

migraines and cluster headaches can eventually be prevented before they begin. Until then, new better prescription drugs and pain relievers as well as nutrition, exercise, and other alternative remedies can help ease the pain. If you or someone you know suffers from inexplicable or recurring headaches that include vision impairment, tingling sensations, or other physical symptoms, make sure to get them checked out by a

For more information headaches visit MedlinePlus (English & Spanish), or call the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health Resource Center at 1-800444-6472 (English & Spanish).

Edúquese sobre los dolores de cabeza

Los dolores de cabeza son una de las afecciones físicas más comunes, que dan cuenta de cer ca de 10 millones de visitas al médico cada año. No obstante, las causas exactas del dolor son, en gran medida, un misterio. La International Head ache Society ha identi ficado 150 tipos diferen tes de dolores de cabeza, por lo general, causados por tensión nerviosa, preocupaciones, o falta de sueño, pero también por resacas, helados, e incluso sexo. Mientras que muchos de los dolores de cabeza más comunes son el resultado de acciones específicas y sólo causan malestar temporal, otros pueden ser síntomas de enfermedades más graves. Nuevos estudios y las mejoras en la tecnología nos están acercando a entender más exactamente dónde es que el dolor se inicia, de tal manera

2ND ANNUAL HEALTH FOR A BETTER LUBBOCK Community Health Fair. Join us from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 at the YWCA Lubbock, 6501 University Ave.

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. Please call the City of Lubbock Public Health Department at 806-775-2933. isit mylubbock.us/covid19vaccine for more details.

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 2-11 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.

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.

que las migrañas o los dolores de cabeza en serie pueden, eventualmente, prevenirse antes de que ocurran. Hasta ese momento, nuevos y mejores medicamentos recetados y analgésicos, así como una buena alimentación, ejercicios y otros remedios alternativos pueden ayudar a aliviar el dolor. Si usted, o alguien que usted conoce, sufre de dolores de cabeza inexplicables o repetitivos, que incluye pérdida de visión, sensaciones de hormigueo, u otros síntomas físicos, asegúrese de que sea examinado por un médico.

Para mayor información sobre dolores de cabeza , visite el sitio en internet de la MedlinePlus (en español e inglés), o llame al Resource Center de la Office of Minority Health del HHS, al 1-800-444-6472 (en español e inglés).

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

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

FREE PARENTING CLASSES

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

2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services.

Real Men Get Check Ups

National Men’s Health Week June 13-19

The purpose of Men’s Health Week is to heighten the aware ness of prevent able health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This week gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury.

To quote Congressman Bill Richardson (Congressional Record, H3905H3906, May 24, 1994):

“Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue. Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue.”

In 1920, women lived an average of one year longer than men. Today, men die almost six years earlier than women and are more likely to die of heart

disease and cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control. These troubling statistics haven’t translated into better health care practices for men. A recent survey found that men take better care of their cars than of their own health, according to Men’s Health Network. Eighty-four percent of men said they had had their car serviced in the past year, but only 66 percent had been to the doctor for an annual check-up. Putting off medical visits and ignoring symptoms is especially common among Hispanic men who, because of machista attitudes, often view going to the doctor as a sign of weakness. Don’t let your man suffer in silence. Encourage the men you love to get a tune-up, whether that means starting a fitness program, improving their diet, getting a physical, or even seeing a therapist.

Semana Nacional de Salud Masculina

En 1920, las mujeres vivían, en promedio, un año más que los varones. En la actualidad, los varones fallecen casi seis años antes que las mujeres y son más propensos a morir de enfermedades al corazón y cáncer, según los Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés). Estas preocupantes estadísticas no se han traducido en mejores prácticas de atención de salud para los varones. De acuerdo con Men’s Health Network (Red de la Salud de los Varones),

una encuesta reciente reveló que los varones cuidan mejor de sus vehículos que de su propia salud. El 84 por ciento de los varones dijo haberle hecho mantenimiento a su vehículo en el curso del pasado año, pero sólo el 66 por ciento visitó al médico para someterse a un control anual. Dejar de lado las visitas al médico e ignorar los síntomas es particularmente común entre

los hispanos que, con frecuencia y debido a actitudes machistas, perciben las visitas al médico como signos de debilidad. No deje que su hombre (y esto incluye a usted) sufra en silencio. Aliente al hombre que ama a hacerse una “puesta a punto”, ya sea que empiece un programa de ejercicios físicos, que mejore su dieta, que se haga un examen médico, o que incluso vea a un terapeuta.

PTSD Awareness Month

June Prayer

A PRAYER FOR TODAY

Father, rouse in your people, rouse in me, a passion to stand up for those who are vulnerable to abuse, to abandonment, and to attack. Please use us, and especially Father, please utilize me, to be a redemptive force in the time and the circle of influence in which I live. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute." ~ Proverbs 31:8

Get Screened

Screenings (also called screening tests) are medical tests that doctors use to check for diseases before there are any symptoms. Screenings help find diseases early, when they may be easier to treat. Getting recommended screening tests is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Depending on your age, sex, and

medical history, you may need to be screened for: Certain types of cancer, High blood pressure or high cholesterol, Diabetes, Osteoporosis (weak bones), Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), Hearing loss or vision loss. You’ll need certain screening tests depending on your age. Ask your regular doctor for details.

Pruebas para detectar

Las pruebas de detección son exámenes que los doctores usan para detectar enfermedades antes de que produzcan síntomas. Estas pruebas sirven para detectar enfermedades a tiempo, cuando pueden ser más fáciles de tratar. Una de las cosas más importantes que puedes hacer por tu salud es hacerte las pruebas de detección. Según tu edad, sexo y antecedentes médicos es posible que debas

hacerte pruebas para ver si tienes: Algunos tipos de cáncer, la presión arterial y el colesterol altos, Diabetes, Osteoporosis (huesos débiles), Enfermedades de transmisión sexual (ETS), y pérdida del oído y de la vista.

Tendrá que ciertas pruebas de detección en función de su edad. Pregúntele a su médico para obtener más detalles.

To bring greater awareness to the issue of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the United States Senate designated June 27th as National PTSD Awareness Day. In addition, June has been designated as PTSD Awareness Month by the National Center for PTSD (NCPTSD).

PTSD is a mental health problem that can occur after someone has been exposed to a single traumatic event or multiple traumatic events, such as sexual or physical assault, natural or man-made disaster, and

war-related combat stress. Symptoms of PTSD include persistent intrusive thoughts and distressing dreams about the traumatic event, triggered emotional responses to reminders of the trauma, efforts to avoid thinking or talking about the trauma, and persistent hypervigilance for cues that indicate additional danger or trauma reoccurring.

To discover ways to connect and share, visit the National Center for PTSD website: www.ptsd.va.gov.

FREE MIGHTY wash

Men Making a Difference

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Photos by LILLIE ZAPATA LUNA

As we embark on Father's Day

June 18, 2023, Latino Lubbock Magazine is proud to showcase recipients of the 7th Annual “Adelante Awards" recognition program, is an initiative of Los Hermanos Familia, which was established in 2008 to showcase Hispanic men and youth in the Lubbock community. The 2023 recipients include:

ART & CULTURE Calistro “Junior”

Vasquez is a wellrecognized performer in and around the Lubbock area. He produces jingles for local businesses, encouraging Lubbock business owners to “keep it local” by using Lubbock jingle writers, musicians, and studios. He also works with local radio, tv, and newspaper to help promote the Lubbock music scene. He’s been a worship Music leader for over 30 years at various Lubbock churches, employing musicians for the worship teams. And performs at various events in the community.

BUSINESS/ ENTREPRENEUR

Steven Aguirre, opened his business, Creative Touch Remolding in 2013. More than ever, his business has grown and his services have been in demand. He has paid it forward in many ways. While raising a son with multiple disabilities, Steven is heavily involved in the disabled community of Lubbock. He has sponsored events including the Special Olympics Lubbock's sporting events, Toys for Children, Youth Disability Softball, and held Trunk or treats and Easter egg events for the children in the His-

panic community, especially for children with Autism.

CIVIC/ VOLUNTEER

Adam Hernandez volunteers weekly with the students at O.L. Slaton, mentoring at-risk young men and women. Growing up without an adult role model. Losing his eldest daughter to suicide makes those visits important as he can provide an ear to listen and advise those students. He is also involved with Lubbock Compact that addresses issues in the community.

CHURCH

Thomas Lara has been involved in church activities since he was 21 years old. Even active after the aftermath of the 1970 tornado. He has provided religious classes to all ages and is active in various churches and their initiatives. Including being named the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus Representative for Council #8097 and was also named as 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Representative for Council #1101. Since 1990, he has also served as an usher.

CORPORATE CONTRIBUTOR Pete Cantu the Manager of 84 Lumber has done many charitable events that have impacted the community. His passion to help others has been a priority for him as he always puts others first. In his role he has made it a priority to ensure that 84 Lumber is active in the community and

has been involved with local events including the Vamos a Pescar, Let’s Go Fishing Event. And hundreds of organizations, families, and the West Texas Home Builder’s Association.

EDUCATION Robert Nuñez the Dual Language Teacher for Frenship ISD. He was selected by the Texas Education Agency to participate in the Dual Language Instruction Guidance Committee. His contributions have impacted the Hispanic community mentoring college students and connecting individuals in need to attorneys and services in immigration. Hehas supported high school seniors by providing counseling, and connecting students to resources and other volunteering opportunities.

FIRST RESPONDER

Steven Diaz is is a Lubbock Firefighter for the City of Lubbock. He has Honorably served in the Army for 15 years and has served in multiple overseas deployments and missions. He has volunteered to deploy on humanitarian missions to Multiple Central and South American countries.

MEDIA Michael Cantu is an Anchor/MMJ for KCBD NewsChannel 11 and has written and produced several news stories that have been nominated for GRAY TV awards. He has been able to advocate for programs and bring attention to areas of needs through his role in

media. He also serves as a public speaking coach for New Deal High School.

LEGAL/ LAW ADVOCATE

Noe Valles, an attorney, and partner at Glasheen, Valles, & Inderman, LLP has helped clients who have gone through the worst tragedies get the compensation they deserve. He is an actively participating partner at Glasheen, Valles, & Inderman and is involved in catastrophic/ major cases. He has been practicing for over 20 years and continues to partner with local community events in town to ensure he gives back to the Hispanic community including Joel’s Easter Egg Hunt and Bike Giveaway.

MILITARY/ VETERAN

Jose Salinas III was medically retired from his military career when he came home, he could not get assistance or advice, or guidance to help him cope with what he was dealing with. Through that experience, he started a veteran nonprofit organization that helps vets acclimate. He has donated so much time and even travels all over to assist vets. His passion is "No Vet Left Behind". The organization’s motto is “I am my brothers/ sister’s keeper".

MEDICAL/ HEALTH

Michael Montañez , As the Vaccine Liaison Coordinator for the City of Lubbock Health Department, he was invited

by the Immunization Partnership (TIP) to speak in Austin at the state capital, and was part of a panel discussion on the state of vaccination in Texas. He took on a roll with COVID vaccines that was necessary for marginalized communities and the community at large.

PROFESSIONAL

Roger Cardenas is the Deputy Executive Director of Health Services for the South Plains Community Action Association has dedicated over 20 years of his career to working for a nonprofit social service organization serving low-income individuals. Through his leadership and hard work, he has made outstanding contributions to the Health Service programs, Public Transportation, Public Housing, and Community Services in the South Plains region of Texas. In his role as the Community Services Director, Roger has provided much-needed utility assistance and weatherization services to residents of the South Plains. His leadership, dedication, and hard work have been instrumental in expanding the reach of the social service organization, improving access to critical services, and making a positive difference in the community.

UP & COMER

Richard Garcia Patient Service Manager at University MedicalCenter worked with patients, making sure they were comfortable and assisting their family members by letting them know how their loved one was doing during COVID. He has used his talent performing as a mariachi to get involved with various organizations and programs. He sings mariachi music to patients celebrating birthdays or very sick

while in the hospital.

SILVER EAGLE AWARDS

Epifanio Aguirre is active in his church St Josephs, as well as the community. It is not unlike Mr. Aguirre’s to help those in need. From feeding families in need to transporting the nuns at his church. He serves actively in many of the church organizations, and he is involved in the neighborhood association. He truly never slows down. During COVID he delivered meals and helped families desperately needing services.

ATHLETICS

J.R. Castilleja (Posthumously) He wore a few hats during his journey through life, not only was he a husband, father, and friend. He was active in sports and the community. His passion for music earned him national recognition. He loved Tejano music and showcased it as a disc jockey. This took him on to becoming the host of “Pure Tejano Music” where he interviewed Tejano music celebrities on TV - including Selena.

He served as the President of Lubbock Youth Football (LYFL) for 30 years. He worked tenaciously to ensure that every student had a chance to participate by setting up a scholarship program for low-income families. He was an advocate of the program and strived to make it a program beneficial to the community.

Annually, J.R. organized LYFL's super bowl event showcasing teams and coaches. He would encourage them to have good sportsmanship and strive for higher education.

Congratulations to all the nominees and recipients of the 2023 Adelante Awards!

To learn more about becoming a member, events, projects, volunteer opportunities, visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org or please contact (806) 792-1212.

Copyright 2023 by Latino Lubbock

Monsignor David Cruz Recognized Lifetime Achievement Recipient

The Adelante Awards Recognition program was created by Los Hermanos Familia (LHF) to honor Hispanic men who have made outstanding contributions to their community and families. This year LHF recognized Monsignor David Cruz, a faith leader, in the Lifetime Achievement category for his lifetime commitment.

A native of Lubbock, David R. CA native of Lubbock, David R. Cruz was born on February 6, 1961, to Florentino and Margarita Cruz.

He started thinking about becoming a priest when he was about 16 or 17.

“Probably the genesis of the desire to want to become a priest, I would have to say goes back to my mom and dad,” he told the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal in 2011. “They were my two greatest models and teachers of living faith and being devoted to church and family. They were my inspiration.”

David Cruz entered the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1979. After earning a bachelor’s degree in history from the College of Santa Fe, he began studying to earn a theology degree at the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium.

David completed his formation for the priesthood at the American College of the Immaculate Conception in Leuven, Belgium.

“It seems that each time I have tried to minister to others, it is I who find strength in the people’s faith, love, concern, and hope,” David wrote, while studying –in Belgium – as a seminarian for the Diocese of Lubbock, in 1984.

He was ordained a deacon on August 3, 1985, and as a priest for the Diocese of Lubbock on July 12, 1986, at Christ the King Cathedral by Bishop Michael J. Sheehan, the first Bishop of Lubbock. Father David Cruz celebrated his first Mass at Our Lady of Grace Church in Lubbock on July 13, 1986.

Father David Cruz served the Diocese of Lubbock as associate pastor of Christ the King Cathedral in Lubbock, associate pastor of Sacred Heart Church

in Plainview, Director of the Catholic Renewal Center, and the Cursillo Movement spiritual director.

He also served as the director of evangelization and the diocesan-wide RENEW process.

Father Cruz served as pastor of Saint Theresa Church in Lubbock (Carlisle), Saint Margaret Mary Church and Our Lady of Guadalupe Churches in Lamesa, Saint Peter Church in Olton, Saint Theresa Church in Hale Center, and as Dean of the Plainview Deanery.

From 1995 to 2000, Father Cruz was “on loan” to the Archdiocese of San Antonio where he served as Rector of Assumption Seminary.

On July 1, 2001, Father David was appointed as pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Lubbock, and in July 2009, he took on more responsibilities when he was appointed Spiritual Director of the Cursillo Movement in the Diocese of Lubbock.

Later that year, in November 2009, he was bestowed with the title “Monsignor,” a title of distinction given by the pope to certain Roman Catholic priests nominated by their bishop in recognition of their service to the church.

On December 19, 2014, Bishop Plácido Rodríguez, CMF, thenBishop of Lubbock, appointed Monsignor David Cruz as the founding pastor of the newest Catholic community in Lubbock, which was effective July 1, 2015.

Since 2015, Monsignor Cruz has served the Saint John the Baptist Catholic Parish— first in a storefront church building just passed 98th Street on Indiana Avenue. He – in collaboration with his flock— managed the new community and would manage building the first structure for the church at 108th Street and Indiana Avenue here in Lubbock.

With Bishop Robert Coerver, the third Bishop of Lubbock, Monsignor Cruz, and parishioners of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church broke ground on June 10, 2018, for the newest parish to be built in Lubbock.

The Saint John the Baptist

Catholic Church Community dedicated its new 12,400-squarefoot parish building on August 29, 2019.

In December 2020, Monsignor David was appointed by Bishop Coerver as Chancellor for the Diocese of Lubbock while continuing duties as Vicar General – a role appointed by Bishop Coerver in July 2017.

As vicar of the bishop, the vicar general exercises the bishop's

ordinary executive power over the entire diocese and, thus, is the highest official in a diocese or other church after the diocesan bishop or his equivalent in canon law.

Monsignor David Cruz continues to serve as Pastor of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church and prepares to celebrate 37 years as a priest in July 2023. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

“Strengthening Families, Building Community”

Calling Class of 2023

JULY GRAD ISSUE Submit grad photo along with grad’s name and high school. College grads include name, college, major, and degree. Submit by June 18th, FREE. After the 19th, cost is $25. (No CELL PHONE PHOTOS). Submit online at: www.latinolubbock.net/submit-graduate-info

Education/ Educación

Education & Scholarship Updates

SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com -

This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It lists thousands of scholarships. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 11807 SCHOLARSHIP (10) $1,000 awards for incoming college freshmen to be used for the 2022 school year. Get your scholarship application by calling the church office at (806) 763-0710. The deadline is July 15th.

Two Frenship Seniors Earn Seal of Biliteracy

On May 9, two Frenship High School seniors were recognized for earning the Seal of Biliteracy. Students who have received the Seal of Biliteracy have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation.

During a banquet in their honor, Frenship seniors William Corea Gomez and Jose Orozco Lopez were celebrated for their hard work and dedication that led to earning the Seal of Biliteracy, an accomplishment that was no easy task.

Both students have gone through the dual language program in elementary, middle school, and

high school. As part of the requirements to earn the seal, they have taken academic courses in Spanish such as science and social studies.

Earning this seal means William and Jose are both bilingual and biliterate, a talent very few high school students have accomplished. Not only is this considered a huge award, but this Seal of Biliteracy will now open doors and provide more opportunities both academically and in their future careers. Congratulations, William and Jose from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Summertime Reading, a Must for Latino Children

It’s summer, a time for kids to relax, visit friends, enjoy the great outdoors, and dive into an exciting, new book. Chances are many children will not read, and research shows children lose one to three months of learning every summer. Prevent this summer learning loss by getting your children excited about reading. Although summer is a time they can relax, reading can also help them unwind.

Visit the library. If your child doesn’t have a library card, summer is a great time to sign up. Take advantage of the free, child-friend-

ly summer reading programs, as well as Los Hermanos Familia's Little Libraries and online library at www.loshermanosfamili.org!

When planning summer activities with children, remember to leave some time in their schedules for reading. Some convenient times may be before bedtime or over breakfast. Use books to break the boredom.

Without the regular school regimen, adults and kids need more activities to fill the hours. So read aloud, and be a storyteller, tell them about your familia and growing up. Combine summer activities with books, and let them know that reading is an important part of your life.

NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org

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/.

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

COLLEGE BOARD Fund Finder is an online tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your education level, talents, and background. Apply online at: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search

COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www.collegenet. com

CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci.org/scholarships/page/chci-scholarship-program

AAUW SCHOLARSHIP The Association of University Women Educational Foundation Apply at www.aauw.org

ADELANTE SCHOLARSHIPS www.adelantefund.org/#!scholarships/crij

DIESEL TECH WINNERS: Warren Cat recently hosted its first Future Tech Showcase at its Brownfield facility. Diesel students from South Plains College, Midland College and Odessa College were invited to compete against each other for a chance to win bragging rights and tools. Shown are, from left, Joel Valdez of Hobbs, N.M.; Sebastian Ramos of Plainview; Kaleb Castilleja of Lubbock and William Carlson of Shallowater. All are holding their awards. (SPC Photo/Joanna Byrne) Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

HISPANIC COMMUNITY INTERVIEWERS: Students from the College of Media & Communications are conducted Knight Project Filming and Interviews with members of the community who provided info about COVID. The project is being led by their instructor Lucinda Holt, and included interviews with Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities

REPTILES, WILDERNESS, & SNAKES, OH MY! Learn about habitats, eating habits, and self-defenses of a variety of animals. Seating is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. Ages 12 and under. On 6/05/2023, from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at Mahon Library,1306 9th St.

DOGS IN ACTION Bring your blanket and chairs for this fun outdoor dog agility program! On June 6, 2023, the first show begins at 10 a.m. and the second show will begin at 10:30 a.m. Located in the grassy area behind the library facing the Buddy Holly Hall. Ages 12 and under. At Mahon Library,1306 9th St.

CLAPP POOL OPEN

Normal Operating Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Cost: Adults 18+: $3, Youth 3-17: $2, Under 2: Free. Located at 46th Street. The last day of the pool season is Saturday, August 5, 2023.

MAXEY SUMMER SPORTS

CLASSES Coach Ryan Wakefield will offer: Mini Soccer and T-Ball for ages 3-6 at 9:00am. Mini Soccer for ages 3-6 at 10 am. Youth Soccer for ages 6-13 at 11 am, $64 for 8 week sessions. Classes begin June 7. Register online at playlubbock.com or for more information contact Maxey at 806.767.3796.

STORIES AND SONGS: ALL TOGETHER NOW Storyteller and musician Kim Lehman will help us travel around the world with stories, music, and dance. Afterwards children will be able to try on clothes and play instruments from around the world. Space is limited. Tickets are required and can be picked up the day of the event. Ages 5 to 11.

LUBBOCK YOUTH LEADERSHIP

LYLA invites students ages 8-17 to participate in June 2023 summer camps! Ages 9-15

Leadership Camp - Session 1: June 20-22

Leadership Camp - Session 2: June 27-29

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED- Ages 15-22

Sign Ups - Text 806-535-5437 or Email parenthood1@sbcglobal.net

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE FAMILIES

Families who are income eligible may receive fee assistance to attend one of the Early Learning Center’s five centers. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon. through Fri. Call (806) 7659981 for more information.

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.

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Congratulations! We officially made it to summer! The feeling of never-ending testing, final projects in every class, and all the stress from school are now gone. Get ready to relax and enjoy your summer. Although we're finally on summer break, we should try not to waste our time completely. I suggest using this time to better yourself. I plan to volunteer, pick up a new hobby, and get a head start on my schoolwork. Since I love to volunteer, I spend part of my summer days at church and STEM camps having a blast with younger students. As far as picking up a hobby, last summer I spent time learning how to enhance my photography skills using Photoshop. Finally, even though it’s summertime, don’t forget to get a

head start on your summer reading assignment if you have one. By jumping on it early, it will put you ahead and make you feel more prepared for the upcoming school year. To avoid feeling stressed, I suggest planning your time wisely, so you stay a well-rounded kid in the summer! Now go enjoy your time!

Blaise Martinez - is a 10th grader at Lub- bock High School. She aspires to attend Stan- ford University, major in computer science, and pursue a career in computer science and app development.

Iarrived at the hospital earlier than needed, bought an iced coffee, and walked outside to the patio where I was all alone. Sitting in the morning sunlight and really trying to welcome God into my day are little things that remind me how special life can be. In very random moments before I send an email or see a patient, something inclines me to do the sign of the cross, which reminds me of two things: God is with me, and my current journey to medical school is unique and will allow me to serve so many people and be extremely

giving in this life. One tactic of the enemy is to blind me to my accomplishments and put fear and distraction in my life to prevent me from moving forward in my academic and professional pursuits. I stumble DAILY. The good thing is that I know these things happen, and I don’t let it stall me; I continue working, buy a motivational coffee maybe, and know that my good works will eventually bear fruit. Good things take time, which is one reason why working hard can bring so much joy. I will remain hyper-focused, willing to stick it out till the end because deep down I know what I truly want— to become a physician and see just how far I can go.

IN JUNE

· · Celebrate your high school success!

· Send thank you notes (if you haven't already) to everyone who helped you this year.

· Start planning for college.

· Watch college's summer deadlines (orientations, housing options, registration, etc.) closely.

Bailee Alonzo - is a recent graduate from Texas Tech, who majored in Biology/Pre- Med. She aspires to become a dermatolo- gist.

En Aquellos Días…

M i papa estaba trabajando en South Plains College. Desde que yo me acordaba el trabajo en el rancho, desde el amanecer hasta el oscurecer”, ahora tenía horas de 8-5. Con mejores horas de trabajo, se dedico a ayudar en la iglesia y a gentes necesitadas. Si alguien no tenia donde dormir o comer los mandaban con “Montez”. Pues hace dos anos que en camino a mi trabajo bidé un hombre sentado en la orilla del camino con dos maletas a su lado. A medio día, el hombre todavía iba caminando con rumbo a Bownfield. En la tarde que salí del trabajo todavía iva caminando. Me acorde de mi papa y pense que“ hiciera mi papa en esta situación. Me fui a casa de mi hermana y le dije lo que había estado pasando durante el día. Nos fuimos las

dos dos de mis sobrinos que estaba cuidando mi hermana. Alcanzamos al hombre y le pregunte si necesitaba ayuda y nos dijo que si porque se iba a venir una tempestad bien fría esa noche. Lo llevamos a un hotel donde se pudo dejar de caminar y dormir. No pensé que podía vernos pasado algo malo o que podría poner mi familia en peligro. Nomas se lo puso en las manos de Dios. Era lo que me decía mi papa cuando yo le decía que necesitaba poner más cuidado. No recomiendo que levanten a cualquier persona, pero esta vez me sentí satisfecha que era lo que mi papa hubiera hecho. A la mejor estaba en el cielo cuidándonos y con una gran sonrisa. Feliz Día de Los Padres a todos hombres.

Anniversary Pete & Inez Castro, 50th as of June 9,1973

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

Flamin' Hot is a True Story of About Frito Lay Janitor

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Longoria’s movie

“Flamin’ Hot” will premiere simultaneously on Disney+ and Hulu, marking the first feature film to debut on both platforms.

The film, from Searchlight Pictures, will also be available on Disney+ internationally.

“I’m so excited for the world to see ‘Flamin’ Hot’ on these two streaming platforms making this universal, inspirational story accessible to an even wider

audience,” said Longoria, who directed the film in her feature filmmaking debut. “Now everyone can celebrate the joy, power and heart of this film that also happens to uplift Latinos both in front of and behind the camera.”

According to Searchlight, “Flamin’ Hot” is inspired by the true story of Richard Montañez (Jesse Garcia) “who as a Frito-Lay janitor disrupted the food industry by channeling his Mexican American heritage to turn Flamin’ Hot Cheetos from a snack into an iconic global pop culture phenomenon.”

Prior to the film’s release, Montañez’s claims were disputed by a Los Angeles Times report, which claimed he wasn’t involved in the creation of the spicy snack. Montañez disputed the Times’ story, saying, “all I have is my history, what I did in my kitchen.” FritoLay parent company PepsiCo is-

sued a lengthy statement expressing support for Montañez, though it did not challenging the Times’ reporting.

Lewis Colick and Linda Yvette Chávez wrote the screenplay. Annie Gonzalez, Emilio Rivera, Dennis Haysbert, Tony Shalhoub and Matt Walsh co-star.

“From the moment I found Richard Montañez’s story seven years ago, I knew it would resonate with and inspire audiences everywhere,” said producer DeVon Franklin. “I’m so grateful to Searchlight, Hulu and now Disney+ for giving us this historic opportunity to bring his uplifting true story to over 200 million subscribers around the world!”

Following its world premiere at SXSW, where it won the audience award, “Flamin’ Hot” will land on the streaming services on June 9.

Edward James Olmos Reveals Battle With Throat Cancer

Edward James Olmos is opening up about a recent health struggle, calling it “an experience that changed” him.

“This would be the first time publicly I’ll be coming out and saying it, but I had throat cancer,” Olmos, 76, said on the Mando & Friends podcast.

“I just finished getting through it. December 20 was my last radiation. The week before, I’d finished my chemo and [for] months and months I was on radiation and chemo as it attacked my throat.”

The “Selena” actor explained he had five doctors advising him ahead of his treatment who warned him, “There’s only one thing we have to tell you: We do not know what you’re gonna sound like” after they were done.

“I said, ‘What?!’” Olmos recalled.

He described the illness as “a very strong disease,”

saying doctors had to “shoot” his vocal cords with radiation.

“We’re shooting your vocal cords, we’re shooting your throat; where you eat, where you swallow, where you talk, breathe, everything goes through here,” he said, later adding, “A lot of my friends have passed because of this.”

He said the experience “took a lot” out of him, and he lost 55 pounds and all of his muscle tone.

In reflecting on his ordeal, Olmos said on the podcast it “was an experience that changed me, the understanding of how wonderful this life is.”

“I’ve been through some experiences that have gotten me close to death, but that was close,” he added.

Olmos is an actor most known for his Oscar-nominated performance in 1988’s “Stand and Deliver,” which told the real-life story of high school teacher Jaime Escalante, who served as an inspiration to his disenfranchised students. More recently, he was a series regular on “Mayans M.C.” on FX.

2023 High Noon Concert Series

The 2023 High Noon Concert Series is generously presented by Lubbock County. The High Noon Concerts are an outdoor event that has performances by the best local talent around! We will also have various food trucks on site during the concerts.

Concerts are every Wednesday from June to August from 12 pm (noon) to 1 pm at the Lubbock County Courthouse Gazebo! This is a FREE concert for everyone.

Make sure to register for a chance to win a $50 cash prize

ADELANTE AWARDS GALA: Los Hermanos Familia proudly held their Adelante Award Gala on May 5, 2023 recognizing an outstanding group of recipients in various categories! The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Monsignor David Cruz who has been a trailblazer in the city of Lubbock's faith community. The Adelante Award also recognized individuals in various categories for their contribution in their field including: Arts & Culture – Calistro "Junior" Vasquez; Business - Steven Aguirre; Civic/Volunteer – Adam Hernandez; Church – Thomas Lara; Corporate Contributor ~ Pete Cantu; Education – Robert Nuñez; First Responder ~ Steven Diaz; Legal – Noe Valles; Military/ Veteran – Jose Salinas III; Medical – Michael Montañez; Professional – Roger Cardenas; Up-and-Comer – Richard Garcia; Silver Eagle Award – Epifanio Aguirre Sr.; Athletics - J.R. Castilleja (Posthumously) accepted by his wife Becky Castilleja; and Soaring Eagle Awards for 2023 - Velinda Betancur. Congratulations to all of these awesome recipients! To learn more about the Adelante Awards and the programs by Los Hermanos Familia please visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org

(Photo by Lillie Zapata Luna)

drawings during each concert. (Only 1 ticket per person and you must be present to win).

For the most up to date requirements, please check our website at www.lubbockcounty.gov

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Faith & Religion - Fe y religion

Diocese of Lubbock to Mark 40 Years

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

The Diocese of Lubbock is embarking on its 40th anniversary. The Diocese of Lubbock -- is a church of more than 136,000 Catholics who gather in 61 parish churches. It encompasses 25 counties on the Llano Estacado and Rolling Plains of West Texas includes Bailey, Borden, Cochran, Cottle, Crosby, Dawson, Dickins, Fisher, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Haskell, Hockley, Jones, Kent, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Scurry, Stonewall, Terry, and Yoakum.

The Diocese of Lubbock received its papal letters, officially creating the largest institution of Catholicism in the city's history on June 17, 1983, when. Pope John Paul II erected the Diocese of Lubbock in on June 25, 1983, taking its territory from the Diocese of Amarillo and San Angelo.

The pope also named Michael Sheehan of the Diocese of DallasFort Worth as the first bishop of the new diocese. More than 5,000 Catholics gathered at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center to see Monsignor Michael Sheehan ordained as the first bishop in Lubbock.

In 1993, Sheehan was elevated to be archbishop of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. Auxiliary Bishop Plácido Rodríguez of the Archdiocese of Chicago was appointed as the second bishop of Lubbock by John Paul II in 1994.

Rodriguez was ordained as a priest in 1968 and a bishop in 1983. He lived in Chicago as a teenager and young adult but was originally from the picturesque town of Celaya in Guanajuato, Mexico. His family immigrated to the U.S. to avoid religious persecution.

Rodríguez was considered the leader of the Lubbock area's diocese, which consisted of the 25 counties, 62 churches and about 136,894 Catholic faithful at that

time. He also led 55 priests and

During the 30-year anniversary of the Diocese, Rodríguez said that the church had not shrunk but rather the church had more than doubled in size since the diocese was established.

He was quoted as saying, "Not only growth of numbers, but growth in number of priests, growth in number of deacons and other ministers. You can see, all in all, that this was God's will for us in West Texas."

According to Rodríguez, the number of Catholics in the area overseen by the diocese at that time had more than doubled, increasing from around 30,000 practitioners to around 70,000.

"The first bishop, Archbishop Michael Sheehan, he was here for 10 years," said Rodríguez. "His task was to establish and to build a foundation, to build this building for the Catholic Center. It had no offices, nothing. The cathedral was not set as a cathedral - it was a regular parish and it slowly built up as a cathedral.

And, after 21 years in Lubbock, Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez, CMF retired in 2015.

Bishop Robert Coerver was appointed as the third Bishop of the Diocese of Lubbock, Texas on September 27, 2016. Bishop Coerver was ordained a bishop and installed as Bishop of Lubbock on November 21, 2016, at Christ the King Cathedral in Lubbock. Coerver, a native of Dallas, was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Dallas on June 27, 1980.

Bishop Coerver leads 63 priests, 73 active deacons, and 20 women in religious vocation and continue to grow.

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, parishioners are invited to join Bishop Coerver, to celebrate Mass at Christ the King Cathedral marking the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese of Lubbock.

Church Bulletins

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS North Lubbock

Neighboring Parishes - Our Lady of Grace Church, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Saint Patrick Church, and Saint Elizabeth University Church - will join to host First Saturday Rosary, Mass, Confessions, reflections, food & fellowship. It will be held Sat June 2, from 8 am to 10:30 am, at Saint Elizabeth Church, Lubbock, 2316 Broadway St.

JAMAICA CENTRAL 2023

Saint Patrick Church LBK - June 4, 12 to 7 p.m.

Saint Philip Benizi Church Idalou - June 10, 12 to 8 pm.

Saint Peter Church Olton - June 10, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Saint Pius X Church O’Donnell - June 11 Saint Mary Magdalen Church Floydada -June 24, 12 -10 p.m.

Our Lady Of Grace Church Lubbock - June 25 San Ramon Church Woodrow - June 25, 12 - 7 p.m.

RETIREMENT PARTY IN HONOR OF FATHER JIM MCCARTNEY Join in celebration – on Saturday, June 24, at 6:45 p.m. — and in thanksgiving for the priest-hood of Father Jim McCartney as he prepares for retirement. Join parishioners of Saint John Neumann Church in Lubbock in the parish gym for a potluck dinner— bring a side or dessert to share.

ONLINE SAFE ENVIRONMENT

TRAINING Parish volunteers & staff remember you can take your safe environment training through the diocese’s website at www.CatholicLubbock.org/SafeEnvironment.html

LAS ESTACIONES Presented by Our Lady of Grace Church for persons 60 years and older, meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Join for prayer, fun and fellowship.

BIBLE STUDY AT OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CHURCH Father Piña’s Bible Study in English will be held on Wednesdays, at 7 pm. at 1120 52nd St. El Estudio Bíblico en Español con Emilio Abeyta estará los Miércoles, a las 7pm.

YOUTH BIBLE STUDY at Our Lady of Grace, every Wednesday and Friday, 5:30 pm - 7 pm, at Buxkemper Hall, 3111 Erskine St.

DIVINE MERCY Chaplet online at https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/ devotions/novena

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

UNDERSTANDING THE SCRIPTURES online at https://catholicboard. com/

THE BIBLE ONLINE www.catholic. org/bible/

EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews. com/

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LIFETIME HONOREES: Lifetime Achievement Recipient 2022 of the Adelante Awards - Art Cuevas, presented Monsignor David Cruz with the honor for 2023! This is part of Los Hermanos Familia's award program. Congrats from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

BRISKET SALE: Members of the Our Lady of Grace held a brisket sale on Cinco de Mayo as part of their annual fundraisers.

CINCO DE MAYO WAVES: Members of the Guadalupanas waived from their float at the 11th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade by Los Hermanos Familia!

KOC HONOR GUARD: Members of the Knights of Columbus Color Court posted colors at the Adelante Awards held by Los Hermanos Familia!

Alice Chavez, LHS Counselor Retires after 42 Years

When the final school bell dismissed Lubbock High School students for summer 2023, it was also the final one for longtime counselor Alice Chavez.

For 42 years Mrs. Chavez has lovingly guided Westerners through their teenage trials and triumphs, challenges and successes.

After graduation ceremonies, Mrs. Chavez will embark on her well-deserved retirement. Despite the indelible mark she has left on multiple generations, she will close her career with little fanfare at her request. Staying true to her humble nature and dedication to Lubbock High, she is electing to perform her commencement duties just like she's always done. That’s the way she wants to ride off into the sunset.

She began her professional career in her

hometown of Lamesa 52 years ago after graduating from Texas Tech. She and her husband Art have been married more than 50 years and raised their family in Lubbock. Their three children, Stephanie (Class of 1995), Christi (Class of 1997) and Marc (Class of 1998), all are graduates of Lubbock High. She has impacted thousands of students throughout her career aside from her own children and 4 grandchildren.

“Of course, she is sad leaving her students and school she loves so much but is also very excited about spending more time traveling, visiting her grandchildren, and more adventures in between.” – her children said. Reading the outpouring of appreciation by her former students who have been impacted by her guidance and love throughout the years has been amazing and humbling to the woman who wanted no fan fair or recognition. Simply put, “She loves Lubbock High, she loves her job, she loves her students, and she is a true believer in the importance of education.”

Thank you for honoring our hero – wife, mother, grandmother, EDUCATOR.

Forward in Chris

When is the last time you spent time with the Bible? I’m not talking about going to mass or to a church service. I’m talking about personal time at home, work, school, or maybe even on a lunch break. If we really knew the power and incredible benefit that we receive when we spend time in God’s Word, I believe we couldn’t go on without it. Not one day without it. Psalms 33:6, “The LORD merely spoke, and the heavens were created. He breathed the word, and all the stars were born”.

This is the same word that the Psalmist in Psalms 119:11 said, “I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.”

You see the same Word of God that created

the universe is the same word that can create beautiful things within you!

Creating greater things: More love, more self-control, more peace, more faith more hope... And the list goes on!

There are a lot of things being said in our world today but the most important words that we need to be exposed to is what God is speaking and has spoken. I challenge you this month to grab your Bible and dive in! Take it in and enjoy it because God’s word IS POWERFUL!

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

Dream Big 2023 Summer Reading Program Open

Lubbock Public Library invite you to join the annual Summer Reading Program from through July 31. This year our theme is “Dream Big”. They will have free activities for all ages, all summer long!

Plus, we are excited to be offering an incredible slate of programs just for adults, including women’s self-defense classes, an adult comedy night, crafts, and a spelling

bee.

The 2023 Summer Reading Program reading challenge is also open to all ages. Win prizes just for reading this summer! To participate in the reading challenge, visit lubbock.readsquared.com or download the READsquared App. No library card is required to participate! Registration on READsquared is now open.

Veteran & First Responder Affairs

LEPC Asking for Support For First Responders

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will organize the 2023 Support Our First Responders Campaign from May 27 to July 4, said a press release.

LEPC will sell water bottles and asking for monetary donations to be distributed throughout first responders in Lubbock County. The campaign would support 41 Lubbock agencies such as fire services, law enforcement, emergency medical services, emergency management, volunteer organizations and public works. The organization is asked for

support from community members due to raising prices and reduction in sponsorship hindering the ability to donate.

LEPC encouraged businesses and organizations who wish to donate will purchase pallets of bottled water. The estimated cost per pallet is $200. Private citizens with the ability to donate are asked to donate cases of water or monetary donations.

Donations can be dropped off to Market Street at 3405 50th Street on July 1 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Flag Day is June 14, 2023

lag Day, is a day for all Americans to celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our flag is representative of our independence and our unity as a nation.....one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died protecting it. It even stands proudly on the

surface of the moon.

Raise the flag for our soldiers fighting a war for our freedom and for humanity.

Flag Day celebrates our nation’s most visible symbol of liberty, which is a banner to our freedom of speech, press, and worship.

As Americans, and as Latino Americans, we have every right to be proud of our culture, our nation, and our flag.

Join your neighbors, friends and family members and raise the flag today and every day with pride!

Wear Blue Day 2023

For 2023, Wear Blue Day is June 18, which demonstrates concern for the health and wellbeing of boys and men.

Organizations and individuals can host a Wear BLUE day to raise awareness and money for education about men’s need to seek regular checkups, or testicular cancer education, prostate cancer education, or other health issues that affect men. (Cardiovascular disease, skin cancer, lung cancer, diabetes, gout,

and more.)

Wear BLUE Day is a part of the year-round Wear BLUE® awareness campaign that was created by Men’s Health Network to raise awareness about the importance of male health and to encourage men to live longer and healthier lives, and give women an opportunity to encourge them to do so. Many people take advantage of less stringent work attire to show their support of men’s health by wearing blue.

LHF Needing Volunteers

Los Hermanos Familia remind the public of 2023 events including:

The 14th 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 11,

Veteran & Military Connection

DATES TO REMEMBER

D-Day (June 6, 1944)

Flag Day (June 14)

Army Birthday (June 14)

Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday (June 23)

Korean War Veterans Armistice Day (June 27, 1953)

Anniversary of start of Korean War (1950) 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 website gives information on disability programs and services. It helps find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov

HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www. helpourmilitaryheroes.org

Important Numbers

Teléfonos de interés para los veteranos SUICIDE & CRISIS LINE

9-8-8

U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 806-472-3420

2023.

Volunteers of all ages needed - email us at loshermanosfamilia@ gmail.com

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

Lubbock Vet Center 806-792-9782 or 877-927-8387 2-1-1

Information and Referral Información y referencia

Latino Lubbock Magazine 806-792-1212

WELCOME OFFICERS: The Lubbock Police Academy Class 2022-B graduated 13 officers during last month's ceremony. Congrats from Latino Lubbock Magazine! It was another great year!

GRILLIN' AND CHILLIN: The Lubbock Professional Fire Association cooked and served hamburgers and hotdogs for the City of Lubbock Employee Picnic. It was another great year!

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Neighborhood News & Resources

NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will have a meeting will have its monthly meeting on Monday, June 19, 2023 at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst, at 5:30 p.m. The agenda will include a presentation by Legal Aid on "Keeping Your Home in Your Family." 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 QUES-

TIONS 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 Non-Emergency City Services.

NEXTDOOR allows you to keep up with your neighborhood at https://nextdoor. com/news_feed/

DO YOU HAVE A STORY? NEWS?

Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock. net/have-a-story For more info call (806)7921212.

June is Home Safety Month

Have you ever heard that most car accidents happen within a few blocks of home? As it turns out, many accidents happen before you even leave. Injuries that happen at home account for 21 million medical visits and close to 20,000 deaths each year, according to the Home Safety Council’s 2004 State of Home Security in America. Older adults, who tend to spend more time at home, are at even greater risk. The good news is that by taking a few simple precautions, many of these injuries

can be prevented. Don’t stop with physical safety; mental and emotional well-being are also part of feeling safe. Clear a cluttered area, create a space for yoga or stretching, learn about feng shui, put up a painting or photograph you love. Do one thing this month that will make you a little happier at home. Getting acquainted with your neighbors can also bring peace of mind. Knowing someone is looking out for you can greatly reduce stress and anxiety.

Junio es Mes de la seguridad en el hogar

¿Alguna vez ha escuchado que la mayor parte de los accidentes automovilísticos suceden a pocas cuadras del hogar?

Tal como sucede, muchos accidentes ocurren incluso antes de salir del hogar. Las lesiones que ocurren en el hogar dan cuenta de 21 millones de personas y de cerca de 20 mil muertes cada año, según el 2004 State of Home Security in America del Home Safety Council.

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Los adultos mayores, que tienden a pasar la mayor parte del tiempo en el hogar, están expuestos incluso a mayores riesgos. La buena nueva es que al tomar algunas precauciones sencillas, se pueden evi-

tar muchas de estas lesiones. No se detenga solamente en la seguridad física; el bienestar mental y emocional también forma parte del hecho de sentirse seguro. Despeje un área desordenada, disponga de un espacio para practicar yoga o estiramientos, aprenda sobre Feng Shui, o cuelgue una pintura o fotografía que le guste. Este mes haga algo en el hogar que lo ponga un poco más feliz. Familiarizarse con sus vecinos también puede brindarle tranquilidad. Saber que alguien se preocupa por usted puede reducir significativamente la tensión nerviosa y la ansiedad.

Seahorse Community Pool to Reopen

Get ready to make a splash! The historic Seahorse pool has been cherished by locals for nearly 70 years. Thanks to Desert Wave Aquatics Cen ter (DWAC), the pool will be reopening this summer un der new management. Cyndi Fenton, owner of DWAC, and her husband Boyd are excit ed to announce their revival of this beloved Lubbock.

Marvin McLarty opened

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the community pool in 1955. He owned and operated the pool until 1985 when he passed on the title to his son Tom. He continued the family business, maintaining ownership until 2016, just before he passed away in 2018.

DWAC will open the pool on June 2, 2023. Seahorse memberships can be purchased from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3314 35th St.

KELLOGG’S DONATE $5,000 TO LUBBOCK ISD : As part of the Mission Tiger program, United Supermarkets and Kellogg’s joined forces on Wednesday to present five Lubbock Independent School District physical education teachers with checks for $1,000 each, a total of $5,000. These funds will help these teachers keep their students active and engaged with the importance of physical education.

LUBBOCK 101: Citizens who participated in the city classes, which are a great opportunity to learn more in depth about your city government. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Rufus O. Martinez went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 6, 2023, after hearing his wife's voice and surrounded by family. Rufus was a retired businessman who co-owned M&M Tire. He was a pastor and was active with various civic clubs including the Gideons, and the Kiwanis Club of Lubbock. He took pride in his service in the military and as a Veteran and even traveled to Washington D. C. on the Honor Flight. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Gricelda Martinez, daughters Olga Solano (Joseph Solano) and Norma Martinez. Four grandchildren: Marcus Ramirez (Cristina Ramirez), Laura Ramirez, Ariel Solano, and Aaron Solano (Cassidy Perez). And three great-grandchildren.

Freddy Juarez died April 28, 2023. He was born November 8, 1989. He was raised and loved by his parents, Nicholas and JoAnna Sandobal, Jr.

He will always be remembered as a titan on the baseball diamond and a threat in all sports he participated in. He was blessed to have so many supporters within his coaches, team parents and his many teammates. Although Freddy developed an illness 18 years ago; his life continued. He was able to express his joy with a crooked smile or a deep gasping gesture.

He was preceded in death by his Hero, Johnny Juarez, Jr, his Tia Conchita, his great grandparents, Juaquina Perez, Juan & Jesusa Juarez, his Tata, multiple loved Tias, Tios and his dancing queen Tia Ali. Those left to cherish his life are his parents Nicholas and Joanna Sandobal, Jr., his siblings Eric Juarez, Klarysa (Angelo) Torrez and Rico (Haley) Juarez, his nephews and nieces, his best friend Eliana, Grandmother, Suzie Juarez, Grandparents, Nick & Evarista Sandobal, Sr., Great Grandpa, Mario Perez, Sr., and a number of family and friends. He was loved by many.

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Benito "Ben" Ribera was born March 21, 1953, and passed on May 13, 1923. He was a wonderful brother and friend. He enjoyed playing Bingo and going to the casinos. He loved his cat. Once you got to know him, Ben was fun to be with. He had a close friendship with Paul who was like a brother. Paul is a wonderful person and could never be repaid for all he did for Ben.

Ben is survived by his sister Helen Garcia, his brother Romaldo Garcia, many nieces, nephews, and uncles, and his best friend/ brother Paul Trevino.

He is preceded in death by his mother Graciella Trevino, his father Poncho Ribera, his brothers Juan Trevino, David Ribera, and Ciriaco Ribera, his sisters Beatrice Hernandez, Mary G. Rives, Elbida G. Bracno, and Mary G. Morgan, his aunts Juanita Torres, Clara Valdez, and Antonia Rodriguez, and his uncle’s Santos Trevino and Pete Trevino.

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

Jose "Joe" Mata, died on May 8, 2023. He was born April 29, 1973.

He married Alice Flores September 19, 1998, in Lubbock, Texas at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, and they were blessed with six amazing children. He at-tended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. He served as an usher. Joe worked for the United States Postal Service for over 25 years.

He is survived by his wife Alice Mata of Lubbock; father Joe Mata, III and wife Mary of Brownfield; mother Elizabeth Thomas and husband Jerry of Lubbock; chil-dren Joseph, Samuel, Alyssa, Abigail, Judith, and Naomi Mata; siblings Diana Bowmen (Mike), Melissa Esquibel (Dylan), Mike Mata (Roxanne) all of Lubbock, Joe Daniel Mata and Crystal Morin (Daniel) all of Brownfield; along with many niec-es, nephews and loved ones.

Jose Tirso Perales, 70, of Lubbock, passed away on May 9, 2023. He was born on June 20, 1952, in Crystal City, Texas to Tirso Perales and Dominga Rodriguez. He was raised in Lubbock, TX. He graduated from Lubbock High school in 1973. He worked for Texas Tech in the grounds department before his retirement in 2012. Jose served America as a member of the United States Army for three years, before he was honorably discharged on July 2, 1975. He was a Catholic.

He was a dog breeder and raised many pit bulls. He loved talking about the military and his dogs.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Erica Perales and Gabriella (William) Fred; sisters, Rosa Garza and Mary Helen Romo; granddaughters, Lena Perales, Breanna Rangel, Dicie Perales, Alexandra Rangel, and Isabella Fred. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Tirso and Dominga Perales and sister, Mary Lou Lucero.

Alex "Hondo"

R. Rodriguez, 67, passed from this life on May 17, 2023. He was born November 24, 1955, in Lubbock, TX to Catarino and Josephine Rodriguez. On November 10, 1973, he married his beloved wife Janie, and they shared 49 years together. Alex enjoyed listening to music, especially his favorite band Little Joe Y La Familia.

Alex is survived by his wife Janie, his daughters Sandra Aguilar (Joseph) and Monica Rodriguez (Thomas), his 10 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren, his siblings Margaret Hernandez (Joe), Gloria Solis (Margarito), Jesse Rodriguez, and Joaquin Rodriguez. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Lupe Rodriguez and Catarino Rodriguez Jr., and his great-grandson Bellemy Aguilar.

Frances L. Hernandez passed from this life on May 22, 2023 at the age of 80. She was the wife of Nasario Hernandez, Jr. They married on January 19, 1965, and shared 56 years together building their family. Frances loved her family and enjoyed cooking for them. Her tamales were her specialty.

Frances is survived by her children Estella Hernandez, Normalinda Vasquez, Armando Hernandez, Leandro Hernandez, Christina Hernandez, and Inez Luna; 7 grandchildren; and her six great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Nasario Hernandez, her parents Manual and Maria Luna, her sister Mercedes Lechuga, and her brothers Rufus Luna and Antonio Luna.

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

Arturo Moreno

Garza, 64, of Lubbock, Texas, went to his eternal rest on May 22, 2023. He was born March 5, 1959. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, son and a friend to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.

Arturo graduated from Frenship High School and worked for Lee Lewis and Vaughn Construction. He was preceded in death by his parents Jesus and Feliz Garza as well as his sisters Flor Moreno, Irene Garza and Yolanda Rodriquez and his nephew Israel Garza. Arturo is survived by his three children and their spouses: Maria (Jerry) Brito, Adreana Garza, and Arthur Jr. (Sarah) Garza, five grandchildren; his siblings and their spouses as well as his beloved nieces and

Jesus Escobedo

Xavier Ryan Caballero, 23, of Lubbock was born in Oklahoma on November 11, 1999. He was known as “Red” or “Fireball”. He graduated from Estacado High School with honors in 2018. He was involved in the ROTC program and was employed by NPL.

Xavier departed this life with his high school sweetheart, Melodi and his two children, Marcellus, AKA, “Marshmallow” and Lezlie, AKA, “Mammas”.

He is survived by his parents, Ricky and Agatha Caballero; his grandma, Rosa Caballero; his two brothers, Micheal Caballero and Brandon Hinjos and his spouse; sister, Sydney and her spouse. He had a total of 2 nephews, 2 nieces, 18 aunts and uncles and 25 cousins.

Melodi P. Boivin came into this world on April 17,2002. She was a beautiful, talented young woman. She was a co-captain on her color guard team in high school. She had a beautiful singing voice, she was an exceptional writer of short stories, and she was an amazing baker as well. Melodi was planning on attending Texas Tech for the fall of 2023 to major in criminal psychology. Xavier was preceded in death by Refino and Email Maldonado, his Maternal Grandparents and his Paternal grandfather, Jesse Ruiz Caballero.

She married her high school sweetheart Xavier Caballero in April 2022. She became a mom on Sept. 2,2020 to Marcellus Boivin, then she had Lezlie Caballero on Sept. 24, 2021. She and Xavier were so excited to be welcoming another child in November 2023, his name is Jaxson Caballero

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April 14, 1934 to June 8, 2008

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Fidencio R. Hernandez,88, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 24, 2023. He was born January 2, 1935, in McMahan, Texas to Juan Santos Hernandez and Maria (Hila) Hernandez. On August 18, 1956, he married Elodia G. Hernandez in San Patricio County, and they shared 50 years together. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. He and his wife Elodia will be remembered for starting a Christian band "Los Talentos de Cristo." He is survived by his sons Jesus Jaime Hernandez (Ana), Fernando Hernandez (Emma), and Daniel Hernandez, his daughters Yolanda Roe (Clint) and Amanda March (Winfred), his 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and his sister Rufina Oyervidez. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Elodia Hernandez, his parents Juan Santos Hernandez and Maria (Hila) Hernandez, his grandson Samson Valdonado, and multiple siblings.

Barron Sr., 81, of Lubbock, passed away May 5, 2023. He was born April 25, 1942, to the late Abundio and Agustina Escobedo Barron in Burnet, Texas. In 1959 he married the love of his life Esperanza Villarreal in Brownfield, Texas, she preceded him in death in 2002. Jesus was a hard worker, working many years for McWhorter’s Tire Shop and then becoming self-employed, working in the roofing and construction businesses. Jesus was a faithful Dallas Cowboy fan. He is preceded in death by his wife Esperanza Barron (2002); sons Raul Barron (2019) and Valentine Barron (2019), a daughter Agustina Barron (Nov. 2022). Those left to cherish his memory are his sons Jesus (Gracie) Barron Jr., Richard (Leticia) Barron, his daughter Lisa (Marcus) Hays; a sister Maria Miranda of Brownfield; 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren.

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

She is preceded in death by her husband Xavier Caballero, her son Marcellus Boivin, her daughter Lezlie Caballero, unborn son Jaxson Caballero, her great grandma Mercedes Lechuga, her great grandpa Ignacio Lechuga, her great uncle Alejandro Lechuga, her aunt Joyce Trevino, and her cousin Tess Dominguez.

She is survived by mother Jennifer L. Perez-Boivin of Lubbock, her step dad Gavino Valdez Vll, a brother Dakota D. Boivin, sisters Mercedes Perez, and Cheyenne Boivin of New York; her grandma Janice Perez of Wolfforth, grandpa Stanley Perez of Wolfforth, and a number of nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and several cousins.

Marcellus Boivin, 2, of Lubbock was born September 2, 2020, in Lubbock and passed away on May 6, 2023. He was a fun-loving boy who loved Spider Man and playing with dinosaurs.

Lezlie Lynn Caballero,1, of Lubbock was born September 24, 2021, in Lubbock, Texas and passed away May 6, 2023. She was a bundle of joy the short time we were able to spend with her. Her favorite toys were a little piggy and Minnie mouse.