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Volume 9, Issue 5, May/mayo 2015

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" Vo l t e a r c a ñ o n e s , e s d e f a l s o s o d e r a j o n e s . " "To turn cannons on one's own is the way of the false and the cowardly" Meaning: This proverb condemns the turncoat..

¡ F e liz c u mp le a ñ o s ! Ha p p y Birt h d a y !

May/mayo Jenny Sosa Jennifer Quintero Steve G (Estrada (KC OLG) Ryan Martinez-Aguilar Manuel R Rivas (KC OLG) Jose M Martinez (KC OLG) Christian Torrez Marina Jimenez Robert Diaz Marina Cindy Jimenez Kathy Gonzales Jayden Torres Johnny Perez Ruben Guzman Johnny Berumen (KC OLG) Rev. John Olig Carol Montelongo Ezra Aguilar Randy Guzman Daniella Chavez Michael John Bryant Danielle Chavez Edwardo Rojas (KC OLG) Daniel Ortiz Ruben Guzman David Zavala Irma Dominguez Tony Gonzales Chris Gonzales Mike Pauda Christine Hernandez Bryann & Angel Quevedo Adrienna Adame Kourtney Rodriguez Jennifer Quintero Irma Garcia Jamaica Y. Aguilar Ramiro A. Hernandez Ryan Garcia Jose Salinas II Breanna Esqueda Sally Gaytan Zane Rodriguez Jason Sanchez Jaziya J. Cordova Jose Ulises Bryant Jr. Juanita Vasquez Jose Ulises Bryant Jr Britanni Rayne Pena Becky Arcos Vanessa Perez Rafael Rodriguez Ricardo Gonzalez Kathryn John Perez Bill Powell Isidra Flores Amanda Salinas Sandra Ramos Becky Arcos Anna Torres Sally Gaytan Lupe Torrez Boston Jacob Salinas Timothy Santiago

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May/mayo Katie Santiago Sydney Flores Ramon Salinas Anita Jimenez Melinda Fraire Rev. René Peréz Yolanda Torrez Juanita Rodriguez Melinda Singleterry Mary Alice Infante Martha Lucero Felix Adam Baca José Andrés Madrid (KC OLG) Nathan Castro Abigail Martinez Alberto Castañeda Issac Mejia Tino Calvillo Yvette Esquivel Juan (Toby) Baca Joseph Martinez Melissa Rojas Samuel Garcia Olga Almaraz Matthew Bitela Soleda Williams Olga Almaraz Raymond Torres Mark Anthony Acebedo Pedro Licon Jr. Suzy Garcia Rudy Beltran Jr. Matthew Bitela Gilbert Salinas Anna Torres Monica Vasquez Ana Torres Michelle Paredez Ashley Martinez Juanita Barrera Jose Gilbert Salinas Monica Vasquez Emilio Abeyta Tanner Hastings Lacie Alvarez Samantha Rodriguez Alexis Sanchez Eddie Perez Yvette Esquivel Richard Guzman Rachel Guzman Rodriguez Rene G. Garcia Juan Carlos Lopez Chavez Margaret Madrid Johnny E. Picon IV Isabel Martinez Michael Narvaiz Jamie L Rodríguez (KC OLG) Isabell Martinez Paul Pinkert Angelita Trujillo Lincoln Mercado Estrada, Jose A (KC OLG)

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Editor’s Note: The terms “Latino” and “Hispanic” are used interchangeably by the U.S. Census Bureau and by Latino Lubbock 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.

May/mayo 2015, Vol. 9, Issue 5

"A Dream...Act" Photo by Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month's cover feature's two friends who marched in the 16th Annual Cesar E. Chavez March. The moment was profound, and somehow it seemed but a dream as once again there seems to be an attack on immigration reform, or lack thereof. In 2013, the Senate passed a bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform bill that would have strengthened our communities, our economy, and our country's future. Representatives from both sides of the aisle have voiced their support for comprehensive immigration reform, and Americans across the country haven’t wavered. And yet, House Speaker John Boehner and House leadership refused to even bring the bill up for a vote.

“My Republican colleagues were at it again today. They are playing around with the Constitution and attacking citizenship instead of getting serious and having a real immigration debate." Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez

Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Dr. Miguel Levario

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Politics

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Opportunity

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Tips by Jaime Garcia

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Health/Salud

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Graduates

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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Word From the Publisher

Community Update

raduation time is so significant. Large graduation pictures were always the G focal point on the walls of the houses of my

aunts and uncles. Each took pride in the achievement of their children, which all appeared to be in a consistent pose - with a slightly raised hand bearing a big class ring, a diploma, and wearing a funny looking cap with a tassel hanging in front of their faces. After someone in the family graduated there was always a big celebration and the graduate would use their achievement as leverage to demonstrate their adulthood. When my father graduated from South Plains College in the early 70’s, it was an achievement of the entire family because he was the first member to graduate from college. I remember my mom taking a Polaroid of him in his royal blue cap and gown. After the convocation everyone praised him for his commitment. The achievement belonged to both my parents. My dad worked a full time job in construction. His tenacity and commitment was evident as he would come through the door, wash-up, eat a quick dinner and head off to school with books in hand. And later despite being tired, he would stay up late and study. My mother always supported him by balancing home, the children, and learning to efficiently trim the budget to pay for his school. In the end it was all worthwhile. As a result, many in my family followed his lead, including myself, and obtained high school and college degrees. A we laid out the graduation photos for this month's issue, I took so much pride in these students. In part because the school dropout rate among Latino teenagers stands at more than 28 percent, meaning that members of our community face significant barriers when they enter the job market. A report released by the National Council of La Raza analyzes the situation of young Hispanics at risk of social exclusion and suggests strategies to improve their future opportunities. Just 58 percent of Latinos complete high school, compared with 78 percent of non-Hispanic whites. Insufficient education translates into greater difficulties when former students are looking for a job, and thus 40 percent of Latinos age 25 and up and without high school diplomas are currently unemployed or have only a temporary job. And the situation will get worse in the future, according to the study, since half of the 15.6 million new jobs that are forecast to be created in the United States by 2016 will require at least some university education. The majority of these jobs will be in the areas of education, health care, social services, computers and environmental sciences. Thus, in 2018, people who have not completed high school will only be able to be hired for 28 percent of available jobs. Latinos, despite being a significant labor force in the country's economic recovery, will continue to be concentrated in low-paying jobs in agriculture, fishing, cleaning services and construction. "Keeping in mind that Hispanics are going to represent a very important segment in the future labor force, it's crucial to reengage these young people in their training, educate them, to be able to place these kids, who now are at risk of social ex-clusion, on the road to quality employment and economic stability. And that is why, I am personally committed to the Latino community, youth, and education. Latino Lubbock Magazine is excited to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and graduations with our readers. Other observances are Nurses Week, Teacher Appreciation Week, Women’s Health Week, as well as National Travel & Tourism Week. More info can be found throughout the publication. A busy time, but Latino Lubbock Magazine is committed to covering events, sharing stories and information, and showcasing the numerous contributions of our Latino and community at-large. Please take note of the two voting dates, elections. And, if you haven't registered to vote, I urge you to do so. Finally, may God Bless you and your family and place favor over you daily. 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. Please invest in their businesses and services. ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en mayo y siempre!

Los Hermanos Familia Honors 11 with Awards

os Hermanos Familia (LHF) L of Lubbock, held the inaugural “Adelante Awards" recognition

program showcasing and honoring Hispanic men in the Lubbock community. A blind committee selected individuals from a pool of 40 nominees. Receiving awards were: Everado Cobos, M.D., Medical; Ruben Reyes, JD, Business/Professional; Jake Solis, First Responder; Francisco Delgadillo, PhD, Education; Michael Vasquez, Military/Veteran; Martin Rivera, Church; Vince Carrillo, Media; Gilbert Herrera, Civic/ Volunteer; Aubie Davila Sr., Athlete/Athletics Supporter; Florencio Aranda, College Young Adult; and Xavier Rivera, Youth. "All of the 40 individuals are deserving, and we congratulate each one for their service and dedication to the community," said event chair, Christy Martinez-Garcia. She added that Ernest F. Barton received the Lifetime Achievement Award. He was instrumental in the 1970 Lubbock Tornado; he also

owned the first Hispanic radio station in Lubbock, and is the Pasatiempo/West Texas Hispanic Newspaper, Publisher; he also hosted the "Si Se Puede" public affairs show on KAMC for over 40 years. In addition, Frank Garcia received the Soaring Eagle Award, for his contributions and countless hours to Los Hermanos Familia. This will be given to a member annually. The Adelante Award's program is an initiative of Los Hermanos Familia who became a nonprofit organization in June 2014 that was established in 2008. A portion of the proceeds will be used to establish a college scholarship for traditional an nontraditional male college students. LHF will now be preparing for the 7th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" event to be held, Saturday, August 8, 2015. To learn more about this event, volunteer opportunities, and the organization in general, please visit www. loshermanosfamilia.org or please contact (806) 792-1212.

FREE COMMUNITY LUNCH Family Promise of Lubbock is offering a free Community Lunch on Thursday, May 7th, beginning at 11:45 am at First Christian Church, 2323 Broadway. This lunch is an opportunity to learn more about the mission of Family Promise and the impact it has on homeless families in our area. Please call Family Promise at 744-5035 if you would like to attend. TEX-MEX COOKING, May 9, 10 am, $5, Ages Teen-Adult, This month’s recipe will be Arroz con Pollo (Chicken and Rice), Rawlings Community Center. 2ND ANNUAL DUCK DERBY AND FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL , May 9 - This event will be an afternoon of fun for the whole family and will feature games, food, music, vendors and will culminate with a rubber duck derby with prizes for the lucky people whose ducks cross the finish line first! For more information contact (806) 762-2325. Buddy Holly Recreation Area (Fiesta Plaza), North University on Canyon Lakes Drive; 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. BIKE AND CAR SHOW Relentless Youth are holding this car show event on May 16, 2015 from 10 am to 5 pm. It's open to all car clubs as well as bike clubs. This event will be located at 12701 S. Indiana Ave in Lubbock. Entry fee for the show is $ 3, and kids under 5 get in free. Registrations to enter the show are $25. For additional information please call Mary Perez at ( 806) 473-8670. SUN 'N FUN FESTIVAL The YWCA is hosting the Sun 'N Fun Festival to kick off summertime fun and Memorial Day weekend on May 23, 2015 at Sun 'N Fun adjacent to Leftwich Park (62nd & Elgin Ave). For more info visit www. ywcalubbock.org CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY City of Lubbock and Parks and Recreation Facilities will be closed for Memorial Day May 25.

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TOGETHER AT THE TABLE: SOUTH PLAINS HUNGER SUMMIT Baylor University’s Texas Hunger Initiative – Lubbock Regional Office has partnered with First United Methodist Church to present the first “Together at the Table: South Plains Hunger Summit” which will bring together nonprofit leaders, educators, clergy and community members to collaborate, learn, and exchange ideas on reducing hunger and poverty in Lubbock. The summit will be held May 4, 2015 8:00-4:30, at 1411 Broadway St.; and 6:30-8:00 (Town Hall) at City Hall.

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Opinion/opinión

SB 1819 & SB 185

Laws Racially Motivated

by state senator Charles Perry (Rurrently the Texas Senate is Lubbock). This so-called “sanctuary considering two bills that will cities” bill would discontinue state have an immediate impact on the funding for local governments that state’s Latino population. The first prohibit their law enforcement offipiece of legislation, Senate Bill 1819, cers from enforcing federal law and by senator Donna Campbell, R-New acting outside of their jurisdiction Braunfels, calls for a repeal of a 2001 when inquiring about the immigraprovision that grants in-state tuition tion status of people they stop or deto some undocumented Texas resitain. This is “white privilege” at its dents. Ms. Campbell’s “rationale” very core. The bill will lead to racial behind the bill is twofold. First, she profiling of Latino residents in Texas argues that the finite student slots because it would authorize local poavailable in state universities and collice to demand proof of citizenship. leges should be made open to only DR. MIGUEL LEVARIO Mr. Perry is well aware that he and documented legal state residents. Second, she believes the provision encour- others who look like him would not be suspectages unauthorized migration to the state. Of ed of being in the country illegally and would course, Ms. Campbell provides zero evidence undoubtedly affect Latino residents disproporto support her claims. The bill contradicts sev- tionately. If this bill were to pass, Latino resieral legal arguments, such as education is not dents would be suspect of their illegal status a constitutionally guaranteed right, barring until proven otherwise (yes, this includes you undocumented students from public schools who were born and raised in Texas with longer would not necessarily improve the “quality of family histories in the state than Mr. Perry’s), a education,” and denying access to education reality that would not greatly impact our Anglo to a “subclass” would result locking a group and black brothers and sisters residing in the of people in the lowest socio-economic class state. State senator Charles Perry has a history of (see Plyler v. Doe, 1982). The Supreme Court decision referred to schoolchildren in K-12 anti-Latino rhetoric and policy proposals since but the arguments apply in this matter. Deny- his run for state representative some years ing undocumented Texas residents their right back. He is a bigot and his exclusionary legto in-state tuition does nothing to improve the islation is a testament to his goals of limiting state, its universities and colleges, and would Latino involvement in state politics and comresult in disadvantaging a specific community munity membership. His policies and that of Ms. Campbell’s reverse the inclusive statutes of Texas residents. Yes, I am using the term Texas residents when of the state that were ironically passed by Retalking about undocumented residents because publican governors. Texas cannot afford to beTHEY ARE residents of this state. Texas’ tax come Arizona and pass draconian “show-mecodes and policies do not discriminate be- your-papers” laws. These laws are NOT about tween documented and undocumented resi- law and order but about exclusion and creating dents. Property, gasoline, sales, and other taxes racial divide. They are meant to exclude Latino are collected from everyone and are utilized to Texas residents from their communities and support our public institutions like state uni- the democratic process. They ARE racially versities, community colleges, county hospi- motivated and last I checked Texas was suptals, etc. Therefore, by denying undocumented posed to be better than that. Texas residents their right to in-state tuition as tax-paying residents we are creating a policy Miguel A. Levario, PhD, is a professor at that is discriminatory, exclusive, and by most Texas Tech and specializes in US-Mexico Borderlands, with emphasis on the twentieth cenaccounts racially motivated. The second piece of legislation currently tury. debated in the state senate is Senate Bill 185,

Carta Abierta ¿Que Piensas?

We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, or email them to latinolubbock@suddenlink.net. Don’t forget to include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock. APPRECIATE LLM I just wanted to tell you thank you so much for coming out to the Memory Ride & Candlelight Vigil! We appreciate you being there so much. Thank you, Leslie Breslin Family Guidance & Outreach Center

SB 185 IS REGRESSIVE I cannot believe that Texas is considering going backwards and trying to pass SB 185. This is so regressive for our state! I wasn't surprised to learn that the Lubbock representative was the politico trying to push it through. Folks let vote this guy out! Ron Flores SUSTAIN HISPANIC BUSINESS I really enjoyed learning that Hispanic businesses in Lubbock is on the rise per the article in Latino Lubbock. So why don't we have a Hispanic chamber? We need a chamber to help us sustain our businesses that will promote Hispanic-owned companies as integral business partners in the community. I don't see this happening. Thanks for making Hispanics important in the Latino newspaper. Good for the community to see our impact. Jerry Puentes STEPPING UP FOR KIDS Thanks for bringing awareness about child abuse prevention. Too many kids are neglected and hurt. It is our duty to step up for them and let them know they are a blessings. Our job is to protect them. Please keep sharing good news.

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AVISO A EL PÚBLICO DE EL RECIBO DE SOLICITUD E INTENTO A OBTENER RENOVACIÓN DE PERMISO DE AIRE PERMISO NÚMERO: 73291 SOLICITUD Sorghum Partners, LLC ha solicitado a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ, por su siglas en inglés) a obtener la renovación de Permiso Número 73291 para protección de la Calidad De Aire (medio ambiente). El permiso autorizaría la operación continuada de almacenamiento de granos y semillas en el “Cargill Elevator” que se ubica en 601 East 5th Street en el condado de Hale, en la cuidad de Plainview, Texas. El siguiente enlace demuestra un mapa que no es parte de la aplicación pero se le ofrece para su conveniencia. http://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=34.185&lng=-101.696111&zoom=13&type=r Las instalaciones existentes y relacionadas con este permiso están autorizadas para emitir los siguientes contaminantes atmosféricos: Partículas, Partículas de menos de 10 microgramos, y partículas de menos de 2.5 microgramos. Esta solicitud se le presentó a TCEQ el 9 de Marzo, 2015. La solicitud estará disponible para ser revisada y copiada en la oficina central de la TCEQ, en la oficina regional de la TCEQ ubicada en Lubbock, y en la biblioteca “Unger Library” en la calle Austin Street, número 825 en Plainview, Hale County, Texas, comenzando con el primer día de la publicación de este aviso. El expediente de cumplimiento normativo de la instalación, si alguno existe, está disponible al público en la oficina regional de la TCEQ en Lubbock, Texas. El director ejecutivo de TCEQ ha determinado que la solicitud ha cumplido con los requerimientos administrativos y la agencia llevará a cabo un examen técnico de la solicitud. Además de la renovación, esta acción con respecto al permiso incluye la incorporación de las siguientes autorizaciones o cambios a instalaciones autorizadas relacionadas a este permiso: alteraciones. Las razones para cualquier cambio o incorporación, hasta el punto a que puedan ser incluidos en el permiso renovado, pueden incluir las mejoras de los controles operacionales en la planta o la manera de asegurar la aplicación de la ley para el permiso. Para más información sobre esta solicitud del permiso o el proceso de permisos, puede llamar al Programa de Educación del Público, sin cobro, al 1-800-687-4040. TCEQ puede actuar sobre esta solicitud sin buscar comentarios públicos adicionales o dar una oportunidad para una audiencia de caso impugnado si se cumple con ciertos criterios. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS Usted puede presentar comentarios públicos, o pedir una audiencia de caso impugnado a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial al domicilio a continuación. La TCEQ tomará en cuenta todos los comentarios públicos en la decisión final de la solicitud. La fecha límite para presentar comentarios públicos es 15 días después de que se publique el aviso en el periódico. Después de la fecha límite para comentarios públicos, el director ejecutivo preparará una respuesta para todos los comentarios públicos pertinentes y materiales, o significativos. Cuestiones tales como valores de propiedades, el ruido, la seguridad del tráfico, y la zonificación están fuera de la jurisdicción de la TCEQ para abordar en el proceso del permiso. Después de el examen técnico de la solicitud se completa, el director ejecutivo tomará en cuenta los comentarios y preparará una respuesta a todos los comentarios públicos pertinentes y materiales, o significativos. Si sólo se reciben comentarios, la respuesta a los comentarios, junto con la decisión del director ejecutivo con respecto a la solicitud, será enviada por correo a todas aquellas personas que presentaron comentarios públicos o quienes se encuentran en la lista de correos para esta solicitud, a menos que la solicitud sea remitida directamente para una audiencia de caso impugnado. OPORTUNIDAD PARA UNA AUDIENCIA DE CASO IMPUGNADO Usted puede pedir una audiencia de caso impugnado. El solicitante o el director ejecutivo también pueden pedir que la solicitud se remita directamente a una audiencia de caso impugnado después del examen técnico de la solicitud. Una audiencia de caso impugnado es un proceso legal parecido a un juicio civil en un juzgado estatal de distrito. A menos que se presente una petición por escrito para una audiencia de caso impugnado dentro de 15 días de este aviso, el director ejecutivo puede autorizar la solicitud. Si no se recibe una petición para audiencia dentro del plazo de 15 días, no se dará otra oportunidad para una audiencia. De acuerdo con la Ley de Aire Limpio de Texas, § 382.056(o), sólo se puede conceder una audiencia de caso impugnado si el historial de cumplimiento normativo del solicitante se encuentra en la clasificación más baja de acuerdo a los requisitos aplicables de historial de cumplimiento normativo y si la petición para audiencia está basada en cuestiones de hecho bajo disputa que son pertinentes y materiales para la decisión de la Comisión con respecto a la solicitud. Además, la Comisión solo concederá una audiencia sobre esas cuestiones que hayan sido presentadas durante el período de comentarios públicos y que no hayan sido retirados. Una persona que puede estar afectada por las emisiones de contaminantes del aire de la instalación tiene derecho a solicitar una audiencia. Si se pide una audiencia de caso impugnado, debe presentar lo siguiente: (1) su nombre (o para un grupo o una asociación, un representante oficial), dirección, número de teléfono durante el día y el número de fax, si lo tiene; (2) el nombre del solicitante y el número del permiso; (3) la declaración “[yo/nosotros] pido/pedimos una audiencia de caso impugnado”; (4) una descripción específica de cómo usted sería afectado adversamente por la solicitud y las emisiones atmosféricas de la instalación de una manera que no es común al público en general; (5) la ubicación y distancia de su propiedad con relación a la instalación; y (6) una descripción de cómo usa la propiedad lo cual podría ser afectada por la instalación. Si la petición la hace por un grupo o una asociación, deben de identificar el miembro o los miembros que tienen derecho a solicitar una audiencia y los intereses que el grupo o la asociación busca proteger. También puede presentar los ajustes que propone hacer a la solicitud/permiso que podrían satisfacer sus preocupaciones. Las peticiones para una audiencia de caso impugnado deben presentarse por escrito dentro de 15 días después de este aviso, a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial a la dirección que se encuentra más abajo. Si cualquier petición para una audiencia de caso impugnado se presenta a tiempo, el director ejecutivo enviará la solicitud y cualquier peticiones para una audiencia de caso impugnado a los comisionados para su consideración durante una reunión programada de la Comisión. A menos que la solicitud se remite directamente a una audiencia de caso impugnado, el director ejecutivo enviará por correo la respuesta a los comentarios junto con notificación de la reunión de la Comisión a todas personas que presentaron comentarios o que se encuentran en la lista de correos para esta solicitud. Si se concede una audiencia, el tema de una audiencia estará limitado a cuestiones de hecho bajo disputa relacionadas a las preocupaciones pertinentes y materiales en relación con calidad de aire que se hayan planteado durante el período de comentarios. Cuestiones tales como valores de propiedades, el ruido, la seguridad del tráfico y la zonificación están fuera de la jurisdicción de la Comisión para abordar en este proceso. LISTA DE CORREOS Además de presentar comentarios públicos, puede solicitar que le incluyan en una lista de correos para esta solicitud específica por medio de una solicitud enviada a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial de la TCEQ en la dirección que se encuentra más abajo. Los que están en la lista de correos recibirán copias de futuros avisos públicos (si hay) para esta solicitud, enviadas por la Oficina del Secretario Oficial. CONTACTOS DE LA AGENCIA E INFORMACIÓN Comentarios públicos y peticiones se deben entregar por el Internet a www. tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html o se deben enviarse por escrito a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial, MC-105, TCEQ, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Si se comunica con la TCEQ por vía electrónica, por favor tenga en cuenta que su dirección de correo, como su dirección actual, pasará a formar parte del registro público de la agencia. Para más información sobre esta solicitud de permiso o sobre el proceso de permisos, puede llamar sin cobro al Programa de Educación del Público al 1 800 687 4040. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040. Se puede obtener información additional con la compania, Sorghum Partners, LLC, PO Box 189, New Deal, Texas 79350-0189. También puede llamar a Kent Otte con Eco-Logic Services, al 507-664-0125 para mas información. Fecha de Expedición: Marzo 16, 2015.

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movie camera. “I wanted to capture video of them (her children) at holidays, family gatherings, and special events of our lives,” she said. Little did she know how significant that video camera would be, especially on May 12, 1970 – the day after the May 11, 1970 Lubbock tornado. When the tornado struck they were at home in the closet listening to a radio as it was attacking Broadway, and rushing over towards Mackenzie Park. Then suddenly it turned towards the barrio Guadalupe, soon after it went towards the Country Club area. As they waited out the storm, they were concerned for her mother in-law Victoria Ybañez. She lived in the Guadalupe neighborhood, on Ave. P. As soon as they could, they went to check on her, they found that the roof on her house had been blown away. Victoria had described and shared how she and Ben’s five younger siblings and another Pete, heard the train sound, and knew of a cellar on the side of a neighboring vacated home. They took the children, and covered themselves with mattresses. Everything was gone, but the little she had she wanted to gather when the sky would light. Ben recalled his concern for his family. “They did not want to leave their dwelling, as to protect what little they had left," he said adding that his mother was very strong-willed, and quickly made up her mind despite the aftermath. As the night creeped away, the next morning Jane and her brother Joe Gonzales were not working that day. They decided to go and begin recording the tornado aftermath. “This is something that had never happened in Lubbock, and I just want to capture and share what happened to la gente pobre (the poor people), it hit el barrio (the neighborhood) the hardest,” she said. Her brother was driving, and she ran the camera. She described her shock and empathy as she saw the destruction. “It was sad to see all of this. Some of the people in the barrio - that was the only casitas they had. They didn’t have insurance. They were gathering their belongings and there was not much to gather.” She said the Great Plains Life building, now the Metro Tower, was twisted. So they drove cautiously downtown. There were no barricades yet. “You could see the curtains in the windows flying. It looked like a war zone.” They were able to make their way into the area where Guadalupe Park sat, and by the Guadalupe Center. That is where the Disaster Services had set up. St. Joseph’s Church, despite losing a few shingles was untouched. As they continued to drive around the Guadalupe area, La Malinche Restaurant a popular tortilleria and restaurant owned by Anselma Barrela, was destroyed. Ben said he remembered, Joe Carrillo leading families of that area to their resources. Jane said that she and Joe continued capturing video. From there they went to Avenue Q. They were in utter shock as they saw the Sands Hotel, and the newly built Fields and Company showroom. From the Guadalupe neighborhood, they drove to downtown Lubbock, and on to East Lubbock. As Jane reflected she watched the footage that had been transferred to a DVD.

“I think I’m glad I’ve got it (the video footage). It’s awesome… it’s something that people will remember. There was a lot of unity at that time. People were helping each other cutting down trees, finding their belongs among the rubbish,” she shared as she narrated the video footage. The people that lived in the area begin receiving services rendered from the National Guard, as well as those from Disaster Services. Also, the people from the barrio stuck together and helped each other out. She and Ben helped with drives. Jane said that it was sad to see so much loss, and for many families - the loss of their treasured pictures, and irreplaceable belongings. Ben recalled lives lost. And as they continued to ponder over the video and share stories. Jane said that her brother who had died in the late 80’s, would probably be excited to look at the video. “Joe would be saying, ‘I can’t believe we went out there!…we enjoyed it,” she said. “When you’re young you go out and do crazy and daring things. We were collecting history and didn’t know that it might be important years later.” As video of her mother –in-law appeared on the screen, Jane recalled Victoria giving her certain things she treasured, for Jane to protect, including a Bible ‘so that it would not get wet’ she said recalling the words of her mother-in-law. Incidentally, years later the camera was lost when someone broke into their home. Fortunately, she kept her videos stored separately. And now, that aftermath on DVD would remind viewers of many things. “In the end many survived, and God remained the hope for many.” Hispanic Casualties • Jose Aguilar, 75, 221 N. Ave. M; died May 11 in his destroyed home. • Helen Machado Alafa, 30, 2908 2nd Place; struck by debris on Fourth Street after leaving car to seek shelter; died May 21 in West Texas Hospital. • Frank Moreno Canales, Jr., 33, Uvalde; truck driver died May 11 when his vehicle was destroyed at Loop 289 and U.S. 87. • Otilia Gonzales, 46, 201 N. Ave. L; died May 11 in her destroyed home. • Jose Luz Leyva, 13, Brownsville; son of a migrant farm worker was hit by debris after being sucked out of a parked car at a traffic light at Erskine Street and U.S. 87; died May 16 in Methodist Hospital. • Pedro Lopez, 56, 208 Ave. N; found dead May 11 with head and neck wounds at First Street and North Avenue M. • Salvadore Lopez, 57, 208 N. Ave. L; died May 11 in his destroyed home. • Angela Marie Mora, 9, 1311 Jarvis St.; found laying on top of her two younger sisters buried in the debris of their destroyed home; died May 19 in Methodist Hospital. • Estefana Guajardo Paez, lived on Kemper Street; died May when she was crushed by a falling automobile after she and eight others were tossed out of a destroyed home at 201 N. Ave. O. • Aurora J. Salazar, 68, 216 Ave. N; struck by a wall and large chair when the home she and 10 other people were in at 108 N. Ave. L was destroyed; died May 12 in West Texas Hospital. • Pauline Zarazua, 39, 2803 First St.; died May 11 when her car was blown off Loop 289 at the U.S. 87 overpass. Sources: Newspaper and eyewitness accounts and the book “The Lubbock Tornado.”

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Politics/política Comisión de Calidad Ambiental del Estado de Texas

LULAC Council 263 asks Senator

Perry to refrain from "effort to sow suspicion"

n light of Senator Charles Perry writing I and supporting Senate Bill 185 (labeled the "Sanctuaries Cities Bill"), We the mem-

AVISO A EL PÚBLICO DE EL RECIBO DE SOLICITUD E INTENTO A OBTENER RENOVACIÓN DE PERMISO DE AIRE PERMISO NÚMEROS: 73295 y 73298 SOLICITUD Sorghum Partners, LLC ha solicitado a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ, por su siglas en inglés) a obtener la renovación de Permisos Números 73295 y 73298 para protección de la Calidad De Aire (medio ambiente). El permiso autorizaría la operación continuada de almacenamiento de granos de sorgo y procesamiento de semillas de sorgo (Norte) que se ubica en 723 East 6th Street en el condado de Hale, en la cuidad de Plainview, Texas. Para la ubicación exacta de El siguiente enlace demuestra un mapa que no es parte de la aplicación pero se le ofrece para su conveniencia. http://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=34.185555&lng=-101.695&zoom=13&type=r. Las instalaciones existentes y relacionadas con este permiso están autorizadas para emitir los siguientes contaminantes atmosféricos: Partículas, Partículas de menos de 10 microgramos, y partículas de menos de 2.5 microgramos. Esta solicitud se le presentó a TCEQ el 30 de Marzo, 2015. La solicitud estará disponible para ser revisada y copiada en la oficina central de la TCEQ, en la oficina regional de la TCEQ ubicada en Lubbock, y en la biblioteca “Unger Library” en la calle Austin Street, número 825 en Plainview, Hale County, Texas, comenzando con el primer día de la publicación de este aviso. El expediente de cumplimiento normativo de la instalación, si alguno existe, está disponible al público en la oficina regional de la TCEQ en Lubbock, Texas. El director ejecutivo de TCEQ ha determinado que la solicitud ha cumplido con los requerimientos administrativos y la agencia llevará a cabo un examen técnico de la solicitud. Además de la renovación, esta acción con respecto al permiso incluye la incorporación de las siguientes autorizaciones o cambios a instalaciones autorizadas relacionadas a este permiso: alteraciones. Las razones para cualquier cambio o incorporación, hasta el punto a que puedan ser incluidos en el permiso renovado, pueden incluir las mejoras de los controles operacionales en la planta o la manera de asegurar la aplicación de la ley para el permiso. Para más información sobre esta solicitud del permiso o el proceso de permisos, puede llamar al Programa de Educación del Público, sin cobro, al 1-800-687-4040. TCEQ puede actuar sobre esta solicitud sin buscar comentarios públicos adicionales o dar una oportunidad para una audiencia de caso impugnado si se cumple con ciertos criterios. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS Usted puede presentar comentarios públicos, o pedir una audiencia de caso impugnado a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial al domicilio a continuación. La TCEQ tomará en cuenta todos los comentarios públicos en la decisión final de la solicitud. La fecha límite para presentar comentarios públicos es 15 días después de que se publique el aviso en el periódico. Después de la fecha límite para comentarios públicos, el director ejecutivo preparará una respuesta para todos los comentarios públicos pertinentes y materiales, o significativos. Cuestiones tales como valores de propiedades, el ruido, la seguridad del tráfico, y la zonificación están fuera de la jurisdicción de la TCEQ para abordar en el proceso del permiso. Después de el examen técnico de la solicitud se completa, el director ejecutivo tomará en cuenta los comentarios y preparará una respuesta a todos los comentarios públicos pertinentes y materiales, o significativos. Si sólo se reciben comentarios, la respuesta a los comentarios, junto con la decisión del director ejecutivo con respecto a la solicitud, será enviada por correo a todas aquellas personas que presentaron comentarios públicos o quienes se encuentran en la lista de correos para esta solicitud, a menos que la solicitud sea remitida directamente para una audiencia de caso impugnado. OPORTUNIDAD PARA UNA AUDIENCIA DE CASO IMPUGNADO Usted puede pedir una audiencia de caso impugnado. El solicitante o el director ejecutivo también pueden pedir que la solicitud se remita directamente a una audiencia de caso impugnado después del examen técnico de la solicitud. Una audiencia de caso impugnado es un proceso legal parecido a un juicio civil en un juzgado estatal de distrito. A menos que se presente una petición por escrito para una audiencia de caso impugnado dentro de 15 días de este aviso, el director ejecutivo puede autorizar la solicitud. Si no se recibe una petición para audiencia dentro del plazo de 15 días, no se dará otra oportunidad para una audiencia. De acuerdo con la Ley de Aire Limpio de Texas, § 382.056(o), sólo se puede conceder una audiencia de caso impugnado si el historial de cumplimiento normativo del solicitante se encuentra en la clasificación más baja de acuerdo a los requisitos aplicables de historial de cumplimiento normativo y si la petición para audiencia está basada en cuestiones de hecho bajo disputa que son pertinentes y materiales para la decisión de la Comisión con respecto a la solicitud. Además, la Comisión solo concederá una audiencia sobre esas cuestiones que hayan sido presentadas durante el período de comentarios públicos y que no hayan sido retirados. Una persona que puede estar afectada por las emisiones de contaminantes del aire de la instalación tiene derecho a solicitar una audiencia. Si se pide una audiencia de caso impugnado, debe presentar lo siguiente: (1) su nombre (o para un grupo o una asociación, un representante oficial), dirección, número de teléfono durante el día y el número de fax, si lo tiene; (2) el nombre del solicitante y el número del permiso; (3) la declaración “[yo/nosotros] pido/pedimos una audiencia de caso impugnado”; (4) una descripción específica de cómo usted sería afectado adversamente por la solicitud y las emisiones atmosféricas de la instalación de una manera que no es común al público en general; (5) la ubicación y distancia de su propiedad con relación a la instalación; y (6) una descripción de cómo usa la propiedad lo cual podría ser afectada por la instalación. Si la petición la hace por un grupo o una asociación, deben de identificar el miembro o los miembros que tienen derecho a solicitar una audiencia y los intereses que el grupo o la asociación busca proteger. También puede presentar los ajustes que propone hacer a la solicitud/permiso que podrían satisfacer sus preocupaciones. Las peticiones para una audiencia de caso impugnado deben presentarse por escrito dentro de 15 días después de este aviso, a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial a la dirección que se encuentra más abajo. Si cualquier petición para una audiencia de caso impugnado se presenta a tiempo, el director ejecutivo enviará la solicitud y cualquier peticiones para una audiencia de caso impugnado a los comisionados para su consideración durante una reunión programada de la Comisión. A menos que la solicitud se remite directamente a una audiencia de caso impugnado, el director ejecutivo enviará por correo la respuesta a los comentarios junto con notificación de la reunión de la Comisión a todas personas que presentaron comentarios o que se encuentran en la lista de correos para esta solicitud. Si se concede una audiencia, el tema de una audiencia estará limitado a cuestiones de hecho bajo disputa relacionadas a las preocupaciones pertinentes y materiales en relación con calidad de aire que se hayan planteado durante el período de comentarios. Cuestiones tales como valores de propiedades, el ruido, la seguridad del tráfico y la zonificación están fuera de la jurisdicción de la Comisión para abordar en este proceso. LISTA DE CORREOS Además de presentar comentarios públicos, puede solicitar que le incluyan en una lista de correos para esta solicitud específica por medio de una solicitud enviada a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial de la TCEQ en la dirección que se encuentra más abajo. Los que están en la lista de correos recibirán copias de futuros avisos públicos (si hay) para esta solicitud, enviadas por la Oficina del Secretario Oficial. CONTACTOS DE LA AGENCIA E INFORMACIÓN Comentarios públicos y peticiones se deben entregar por el Internet a www. tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html o se deben enviarse por escrito a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial, MC-105, TCEQ, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Si se comunica con la TCEQ por vía electrónica, por favor tenga en cuenta que su dirección de correo, como su dirección actual, pasará a formar parte del registro público de la agencia. Para más información sobre esta solicitud de permiso o sobre el proceso de permisos, puede llamar sin cobro al Programa de Educación del Público al 1 800 687 4040. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040. Se puede obtener información additional con la compania, Sorghum Partners, LLC, PO Box 189, New Deal, Texas 79350-0189. También puede llamar a Kent Otte con Eco-Logic Services, al 507-664-0125 para mas información. Fecha de Expedición: Avril 7, 2015.

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bers of LULAC Council 263 of Lubbock, Texas feel that the bill's broad language would open the door to racial profiling. This bill would also cut off state funding for local governments that adopt "sanctuary city" policies. When asked how many cities in Texas have sanctuary policies, Perry spokesman Travis McCormack said in an email that because “there is no legal definition of a sanctuary city, a formal list is unavailable.” Under the proposal, an officer would be able to

ask the legal citizenship or immigration status of any person arrested or detained. Even though Texas could lose millions from this bill, Sen. Perry has said: “I am not really interested in economic data. It’s about the rule of law." We are united in opposition to this bill and ask other LULAC members/councils to join us in sending a message to Sen. Perry to withdraw this bill, stop this effort to sow suspicion, fear, and hate and work towards a path forward for all people to be included in our democracy and great state.

LULAC 263 pide el senador Perry que se

abstengan de "esfuerzo para sembrar sospechas"

orque el Senador Charles Perry ha presenP tado un Proyecto de Ley en el Senado de Texas (Senate Bill 185) con título de “Proyecto Ley contra Ciudades Santuarios,” nosotros reunidos como el Consejo 263 de Lubbock, Texas, creímos que el lenguaje del proyecto es tan amplio que iba abrir la puerta de perfilar minorías raciales y etnias. El proyecto ley también cortaría los fondos estaduales delegados a las municipalidades que adoptan políticas publicas llamados “santuarios municipales.” Travis McCormack, vocero del Senador Perry, ha comunicado en un Correo Electrónico que “No existe una definición de una ciudad o municipalidad santuario; no se encuentra una lista formal de estas ciudades.” Una provisión del Proyecto Ley le daría un oficial policial el poder de preguntar

el estado legal de inmigrantes o la ciudadanía de cualquier persona detenido o arrestado. A pesar del hecho que el Estado de Tejas podría perder millones de dólares si llega al cabo ser ley, el Senador Perry respondía “No tengo ningún interés en datos o información económico/financiero. El Proyecto Ley trata de la Primacía y Autoridad de la Ley.” Estamos unidos en oponer este Proyecto Ley y estamos pedindo a otros ciudadanos, miembros de los Consejos locales de LULAC en Texas de juntarse con nosotros en enviar un mensaje al Senador Perry que saque el Proyecto y proclamar alto a este esfuerzo de sembrar sospechas, temor y odio; vamos trabajar rumbo a un camino adelante para todos las personas de estar incluidos en nuestra democracia y este grande estado.

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ULAC Council 263 will host the 86th annuL al LULAC State Convention at the Overton Hotel and Conference Center, 2322 Mac Davis

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40% of Latinos Would See Raise

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Council of La Raza) applauded Senator Patty Murray (D–Wash.) and Representative Bobby Scott (D– Va.) for introducing the “Raise the Wage Act,” which would raise the federal minimum wage to $12 per hour by 2020. According to an analysis by the Economic Policy Institute, 40 percent of Latino workers would see a pay increase if the legislation were enacted. “While the Latino employment rate has bounced back since the recession, low wages keep far too many working families struggling to cover their basic expenses,” said Eric Ro-

driguez, Vice President of the Office of Research, Advocacy and Legislation at NCLR. “In the 2014 elections, raising the minimum wage was a top priority for Latino voters, as evidenced by their strong support for wage hikes in four states and several cities. This bill responds to voters’ call by setting a meaningful floor on what workers can be paid.” A 2014 election eve poll found that 78 percent of Latinos supported raising the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10 per hour, a proposal that failed to advance in the previous Congress. The rationale for the $12 wage proposed by the “Raise the Wage Act” is that it is 10 percent higher than the peak value of the minimum wage, which occurred in 1986, a time when workers were less educated and less productive than today’s workers. The “Raise the Wage

Act” builds in automatic increases to the wage starting in 2021 to keep up with the rising cost of living. The bill also gradually phases out the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers, who have earned just $2.13 per hour since 1991. Tipped workers are predominantly women of color, including Latinas, and are concentrated in the restaurant industry. Restaurant work is one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S. economy. “NCLR is proud to support this legislation, which refuses to perpetuate the historical indignity that imposed a double standard on tipped workers and their families,” concluded Rodriguez. “It is time for policymakers to understand that a strong economic agenda must include raising the minimum wage.”

White House Task Force on New

Americans Releases Recommendations

he White House Task Force T on New Americans outlined the federal government’s goals to

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strengthen its integration efforts nationwide and build welcoming communities. The Task Force, which is a formal interagency body created by President Obama in November 2014, is comprised of representatives from sixteen federal departments, agencies, and White House offices. Led by Cecilia Muñoz, Director of the White House Domestic Policy Council, and León Rodríguez, Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Task Force aims to further strengthen the federal government’s integration efforts by making them more strategic and deliberate. “Nearly 9 million legal permanent

residents are eligible to take the next step and become U.S. citizens,” stated Arturo Vargas, NALEO Educational Fund Executive Director. “Unfortunately, cost and accessibility can be very real barriers for many potential new citizens and their families. The plan set forth by the Task Force on New Americans is a positive first step in making the naturalization process more accessible for eligible legal permanents who are ready to become full contributors to our nation’s rich economic and civic life.” Vargas went on to say, “We look forward to continuing to work with the Task Force on implementation of these goals and increased efforts to make the cost of naturalization more manageable for immigrants and their

A TODAS LAS PERSONAS Y PARTIES INTERESADAS Sorghum Partners, LLC ha solicitado a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ) la renovación del Permiso Núm. 73298 y 73295 de Calidad de Aire, la cual autorizaría el funcionamiento continuado de un/una granja de almacenamiento de semillas ubicado en las calle East 5th Street, numero 601, Plainview en el condado de Hale, Texas 79072. En la sección de avisos públicos de este periódico se encuentra información adicional sobre esta solicitud.

families.” The plan includes many of the recommendations proposed by NALEO Educational Fund and the Naturalization Working Group in letters sent to the Task Force on February 9. The Naturalization Working Group, which is co-coordinated by NALEO Educational Fund and the National Immigration Forum, is made up of national and local organizations committed to helping legal permanent residents become American citizens. Notable goals announced by the Task Force include the following: Identify Opportunities to Inform Individuals Eligible for Naturalization, Expand Citizenship Outreach Partnerships, Citizenship Public Awareness Campaign, Increasing Mobile Immigration Services, Highlight Promising Practices and Resources for Serving English Learners (ELS). In addition to working with the Task Force on New Americans, NALEO Educational Fund will continue its citizenship promotion efforts by hosting hundreds of citizenship workshops nationwide and operating its toll-free bilingual hotline 1-888-839-8682.

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

May 9th in Texas is Willie Velásquez Day

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

ay 9th in Texas is designated M as a day to honoring Willie C. Velásquez.

LUBBOCK JUDGES NAMED JUDGE OF THE YEAR: The West Texas Justices of the Peace and Constable Association (WTJPCA) held its' 56th Annual Conference in Lubbock. Aurora Chaides-Hernandez, Lubbock County Justice of the Peace (Precinct 3) for 21 years, along with Jim Dulin, Lubbock County Justice of the Peace (Precinct 2) for 16 years, were selected by conference attendees as Judge of the Year. WTJPCA is comprised of 103 counties.

Anita Barbosa Retires from Lubbock PD nita BarA b o s a , Lubbock's first

Hispanic female officer, has retired after 31 years as a Lubbock police officer. She started her career in August of 1984 in the Patrol Division of the midnight shift (initial Patrol assignment). She transferred to Property Crimes in Sept. 1999. As a public servant for LPD, she had the opportunity to go the extra mile and serve as a volunteer with other officers, as well as the community. Professionally, she has assisted in catching and arresting burglars and recovering stolen property; in aiding in Criminal Mischief of mailboxes; in helping to credit card scam result-

ing in arrests and recovering a truckload of property; as well as in counterfeit investigation, to name a few. She has been instrumental and offered empathy to fellow officers. One of her greatest passions is her involvement with the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run. She was involved with Special Olympics for approximately 25 years, and even served as Special Olympics West Region Director. In addition, she has received written commendations and letters of appreciation for her good work including: for her response to an explosion in a home where a person was killed and for showing compassion to family. In assistance with Special Olympics Torch Run; as well as making presentations about career as an offer to classes and during career events. During her retirement, she will be enjoying time with her husband, and family, as well as taking up hobbies. Congratulations to Anita Barbosa from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Velásquez was the founder of the Southwest Voter Registration (SVREP) Education Project founded in 1974. He envisioned for Latinos to play an important role in the American Democratic process. He was born on May 9, 1944, and raised in the west side of San Antonio, Texas. Velásquez was one of the founding members of the Mexican American Youth Organization (MAYO); a Chicano youth organization aimed at social action. His role in MAYO led to becoming Texas' first statewide Coordinator of El Movimiento Social de la Raza Unida, the precursor of La Ram Unida Party. His involvement with Latino organizations was extensive. In 1968 as Boycott Coordinator for the United Farm Workers (UFW), he organized strikes at the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. After leaving the UFW he became the founder and director of the Mexican American Unity Council in San Antonio, Texas. In 1970 he was named Field Director of the Southwest Council of La Raza. From 1972 to July 1974, he concentrated his efforts on building the Southwest Voter Registration Education Project (SVREP). Little notice was taken when Velasquez opened the doors to SVREP in 1974, seated on a folding chair; behind a small desk calling from a borrowed rotary telephone to spur Mexican Americans into politics. Willie opened SVREP in 1974, to focus on increasing Latino political participation in the American democratic process. Over the next fourteen years Willie organized a massive increase in Latino voting across the southwest

principally using the tactic of nonpartisan voter registration and voting rights lawsuits. He enlisted the aid of Community organizers, and together they launched hundreds of voter registrations and get-out-the-vote (GOTV) campaigns throughout the southwest. In 1985, Willie launched Southwest Voter Research Institute to develop research and policy for the growing cohort of Latino elected officials. But Velásquez did not get to see the fruits of his dreams, he passed away on June 15, 1988 of complications from kidney cancer. The legacy of Velásquez is apparentsince its inception, SVREP has cultivated 50,000 community leaders, successfully litigated 85 voting rights law suits and has conducted 2,300 non-partisan,voter registration and GOTV campaigns. Consequently, voter registration has grown over the years from 2.4 million registered Latinos in 1974 to 7 million nationwide in 1998. But his vision involved more than just getting Latinos to the ballot box, Velásquez sought to bring into the democratic process an active and informed Latino electorate. In 1995, President Bill Clinton awarded Velásquez the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor any civilian can receive - and the second Latino ever to earn that honor. In 1996, his name was attached to the US Senate version of the Voting Rights Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 1996. And in 1997, the Southwest Voter

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FREE GED CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by the Lubbock Dream Center and Literacy Lubbock. Classes are held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning from 10 am - 2 pm at the Dream Center, 1111 30th. To be eligible to attend the class you must first take the GAIN assessment test through Literacy Lubbock (806-775-3636) There is a $25 fee for this test. All classes and class materials are free of charge. Please call (806-775-3636) to schedule your assessment test. Office hours are Mon. thru Thurs. 9am-5pm. FREE GED AND ESL CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by Adult Education Center. We accept new students on a bimonthly basis. You must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in public school to be eligible for the classes. For more info call 806-281-5750. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. FREE ASSESSMENT EXAM AND GED PREP CLASSES GED Assessment Exam offered at the Bridge of Lubbock on Tues., Feb. 10, 2015. And, free GED Prep classes Wed., Feb. 11, 2015. Classes from 6 to 8 pm. For more information contact (806) 329-9051. GED PREP CLASS, Tuesday/Thursday, 9 am, Free, Age 16+, Study class to prepare for the GED exams. Registration required. At Simmons Community Center. FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 Ninth St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, are available. 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 for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 for more information. REFERRAL FOR QUALITY CHILD CARE in Lubbock by the South Plains Day Home Association helps parents with free referrals to licensed or registered day care facilities that are routinely monitored by the Texas Department and Protective Services. Call 796-0606 or 792-1847 for more information. 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.

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FREE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY: The Caprock Regional Public Defender Office offers free legal representation to 13 surrounding West Texas Counties. The office handles Felony, Misdemeanor and Juvenile cases for citizens that cannot afford to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Call (806) 742-4312 to see if your county qualifies for this service. IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806741-0409. SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409.

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Business/negocío Business/Opportunity Updates 'LIVE LOVE LUBBOCK' Visit Lubbock is encouraging citizens to share how they “Live Love Lubbock” during National Travel & Tourism week. National Travel & Tourism week will be held Friday to May 10. Lubbock residents will have the opportunity to win $500 in gift cards by participating in Visit Lubbock’s “Live Love Lubbock” campaign that educates residents of the benefits of travel and tourism to the local economy. GETTING STARTED WITH BOOKKEEPING SOFTWARE May 19, 2015, 9am-4pm – to be held at the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114. This workshop will show you how to use QuickBooks® software to set up your small business bookkeeping. The class is designed for individuals who are new to bookkeeping software and want to learn how to enter basic, day-to-day transactions for their small business. This is not a handson workshop. This is an all-day event on Tuesday, May 19. Lunch will be provided and is included in the fee. $49 per person. Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. The deadline to register is noon on Friday, May 15. No refunds after registration date

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SBA OPPORTUNITES – May 27, 2015, 6-8pm - to be held at the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. Looking for financing and need some answers? Then this workshop is for you! The following topics will be discussed by the SBA and the SBDC: *Information on SBA loans *What a business should have before applying for a loan *What the banker is looking for in a loan *Other programs and services available from the SBA. Presented by the Small Business Administration and the SBDC. Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. No fee.

Diversity Plan Needed

Per City Annual Board and Commission Report ity Council Member Victor The Appointments Advisory Board C Hernandez stated the need for summary cover letter for their Annual greater diversity on City Boards and Report is below. Commissions, in light of the City’s Appointments Advisory Board’s Annual Report. The newly released report outlines the percentage of racial, ethnic, gender, and geographic representation on the City of Lubbock’s 53 citizen advisory boards and commissions. Council Member Hernandez stated, “Diversity on individual boards and commissions provides the opportunity to offer different perspectives, share different life experiences, and helps to ensure a fairer and more democratic decisionmaking process. In order to initiate the process of understanding and acceptance, a greater number of Hispanics and women who reside in Districts 1 & 2, must share the responsibility of providing leadership to the City of Lubbock through their service on the various boards and commissions.”

Council Member Hernandez further stated, “Appreciation and understanding for people with different backgrounds partially comes from familiarity and acceptance of the differences between human beings. The City of Lubbock must undertake the responsibility of launching a strategic planning initiative for diversity, which in turn should lead to the creation of a diversity plan for all of the City of Lubbock’s boards and commissions.” Information for Board and Commission Service and an online application can be found on City’s website at http://www.mylubbock.us/departmental-websites/departments/citysecretary/boards-commissions or by calling the City Secretary’s Office at 806-775-2026.

LEDA Announces 200 New Jobs

BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff and team of volunteers from the professional community. All information will be held in he Lubbock Economic Develstrict confidence. Counseling sessions can opment Alliance (LEDA) anbe arranged by calling the SBDC at (806) 745-1637. nounced the creation of 200 new jobs

HELP FOR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS AND SMALL BUSINESSES The Lubbock Area Foundation Micro Business Program provides business education, guidance and access to business loans from $500 to $5000 for independent contractors and those starting or expanding a small business. For more info call 762-8061 or visit www.lubbockareafoundation.org HISPANIC BUSINESS NETWORK OF LUBBOCK Hispanic business owners are invited to join this network opportunity to create an advocacy and support group for Hispanic businesses. For more info email your contact info to news@latinolubbock.net

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Wellness/ bienestar

May is Exercise is Medicine Month If there were a medicine that could lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol, improve blood sugar, help control weight, provide more energy, improve the immune system, strengthen the bones and muscles, improve mental health, and reduce the risk for heart disease, diabetes, stroke and some cancers would you use it? Of course you would. Well that medicine exists, but it’s not a pill, it is exercise! The Facts Research shows that a sedentary lifestyle exposes a person to a greater risk of dying than smoking, obesity, hypertension or high cholesterol. In fact, over 3.3 million deaths can be attributed to physical inactivity each year. A lack of exercise is a major risk factor for developing heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in Texas. Yet, 26% of Lubbock citizens report little or no physical activity and nationwide less than half (44%) of adults meet the minimum recommendations for exercise.

The bottom line: a lack of regular physical activity is very dangerous and leads to serious health problems. The Solution Regular exercise can reduce your risk of heart disease and high blood pressure by 40%, lower the risk of stroke by 27%, decrease the risk of type II diabetes by 58%, and improve depression as effectively as Prozac or behavioral therapy. If you want to achieve and/or maintain good health, one of the most effective tools you have is exercise! Start with light intensity exercise, such as walking, and gradually increase the intensity (speed) and duration (time) until you reach the recommendations. For most healthy adults, the goal is 30-60 minutes of moderate-intensity cardiorespiratory exercise, 3 to 5 days per week, along with light to moderate resistance training 2-3 days per week. For more information: www. exerciseismedicine.org

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National Women's Health Week Your health at every age

ational Women’s Health Week N is a weeklong health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health. It brings together communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and other groups in an effort to promote women’s health. The theme for 2015 is “It’s Your Time.” National Women’s Health Week empowers women to make their health a top priority. It also encourages women to take the following steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases: Visit a health care professional to receive regular • checkups and preventive screenings.

Get active. Eat healthy. Pay attention to mental health, including getting • enough sleep and managing stress. Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking and not • wearing a seatbelt or bicycle helmet. The 16th annual National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day, May 10, 2015 and is celebrated until May 16, 2015. National Women’s Checkup Day is Monday, May 11, 2015. Women can easily take charge of their health, thanks to the Affordable Care Act, a landmark health care re-

form law enacted in 2010. This law gives Americans greater choice and better control over their own health care and includes changes that are especially meaningful to women and their families. For instance, new plans cover vital preventive services, including mammograms, colon cancer screenings, and well-woman visits with no out-of-pocket costs. It also ensures women can see an OB-GYN without a referral. To learn more about the law and your health insurance options, visit go.usa.gov/nHV.

Semana Nacional de la Salud Femenina

a Semana Nacional de la Salud L Femenina es una cele¬bración dedicada a la salud coordinada por la

Oficina para la Salud de la Mujer del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos de los Estados Unidos. Esta celebración reúne comunidades, empresas, gobierno, organizaciones de salud y otros grupos para promover la salud femenina. El tema para 2015 es “Es Su Hora.” La Semana Nacional de la Salud Femenina alienta a las mujeres a que hagan de su salud una máxima prioridad. También les anima tomar las medidas siguientes para mejorar su salud física y men¬tal y prevenir enfermedades: Visitar a un profesional de la salud para recibir • exámenes regulares y pruebas preventivas. Ponerse activo. Comer salu-

dablemente. Poner atención a la salud mental, incluyendo dormir lo • suficiente y controlando el estrés. Evitar comportamientos poco saludables, como fumar y • no usar un cinturón de seguridad o casos para ciclista. El decimotercer aniversario de la Semana Nacional de la Salud Femenina empezará el día de la madre, el 10 de mayo de 2015 hasta el 16 de mayo de 2015. El Día Nacional del Examen Femenino es el día lunes 11 de mayo de 2015. Las mujeres pueden tomar control de su salud fácilmente, gracias a la Ley de Asistencia Médica Accesible, una importante reforma en las leyes de asistencia médica promulgada en 2010. La ley le ofrece a los estadounidenses más opciones y un mejor

control sobre su propia asistencia médica e incluye unos cambios especialmente significativos para las mujeres y sus familias. Por ejemplo, los nuevos planes cubren servicios preventivos, incluyendo las mamografías, pruebas para cáncer de colon, y visitas regulares de mujeres sanas sin gastos extras. También asegura que las mujeres puedan visitar un obstetra/ginecólogo sin una remisión/ referido por parte de otro médico. Para aprender más acerca de la ley y sus opciones de seguro médico, visite go.usa.gov/nHA. Para más información sobre las actividades de la Semana locales de la Salud Femenina llame al Yvonne at (806) 765-2611, ext.1009 (en inglés y español).

Laura W. Bush Institute for Women’s Health Welcomes New Executive Director

he Laura W. Bush Institute for T Women’s Health National Advisory Board confirmed the appoint-

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LEARN TO COOK CLASSES – May 6-27, Free nutrition classes, cooking classes, dietitian appointments. Contact Catholic Charities, Nutrition & Wellness Department, 806765-8475 or learntocook@cclubbock.org FILL THE SKY WITH PURPLE 2015, Lubbock's 4th annual Lupus awareness event celebrating World Lupus Day will be held on Sat., May 9, 3-5 p.m., at Maxey Park. Participants will enjoy Hot dogs, music, pictures, kids' activities, receive information, meet other survivors, and will participate in a purple balloon release. ALL those affected by lupus are welcome, including patients, family, friends, caregivers, and 4 legged-companions. Find us on Facebook at /lubbocklupusgroup . Or for more info, call (972) 358-8487. FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT & NUTRITION CLASSES By CHCL Participants are given information on how to manage your diabetes. Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks. Upcoming 2015 Classes: June 3, 2015 through July 22, 2015; June 9, 2015 through July 28, 2015. Contact Josh at 806-765-2611 ext. 1007 for class time and locations. STEP UP TO FITNESS FOR ADULTS CHCL is offering FREE exercise classes, the first Monday of every month, from 7- 8 p.m. at our Arnett Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Road. This program focuses on prevention and healthy living. For more information and registration please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009. WALKING CLUBS Would you like CHCL to start a Walking Club in your area? Please contact Yvonne at 7652611 ext. 1009. Participants with most sessions attended and most walking steps will be awarded monthly! PRENATAL CLASS SERIES CHCL with Storks Nest and March of Dimes Welcomes expecting parents to join us for food, fun, and learning in this series of eight classes Topics include steps for a healthy pregnancy, your baby's development, and more. Door prizes and a chance to earn points to receive free baby items. There is no cost to attend. For more information and registration please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009 YOUTH PHYSICALS CHCL with the LISD, Pete Ragus Aquatic Center and Talkington School will be teaming up to provide physicals for the student athletes. Coaches have pre-selected dates that should not interfere with academic testing or other activities through May 20, 2015. The cost of physicals will be $15 cash/check or can bill active insurance. For more information contact your school coach. WELLNESS CLINICS Every 2nd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at Our Lady of Grace Church Buxkemper Hall, 3107 Erskine. And, every 3rd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at St. Joseph’s Church Parish Hall, 102 N. Ave P . FREE DOCTORS CLINIC The Family Church at 34th Street and Boston Avenue holds a free doctors clinic at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Three to four doctors volunteer their time each week and can see up to 20 patients. The clinic also includes free vouchers for prescriptions. For information, call 799-4329. 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 to hear the hours for the week. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Classes are Tuesday evenings unless otherwise noted. All classes begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. Pizza will be served. NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577.

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Mental Health Awareness A

It’s not all in your head

healthy mind is just as important as physical health to overall well-being. But mental health checkups are uncommon and disorders often go undiagnosed, especially in the Hispanic community. Latinos are at a disproportionately high risk for depression and other conditions associated with mental illness, and are much less likely to seek treatment or receive quality care, according to a report by the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and the California State University, Long Beach Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training. According to the same study, one in five Hispanics living in the United States will suffer from major depression in their lifetimes, and over 90 percent of them won’t contact a mental health specialist. Stigma and stereotypes associated with mental illness keep many people from

seeking treatment that could improve their quality of life and help t h e m manage the illness effectively. There are many options when it comes to improving mental health, from laughter therapy to exercise to medication. Feeling sad, withdrawn, or depressed is not a normal part of the aging process. If you or someone you know can’t seem to shake their feelings of sadness, fear, or anxiety, visit the links below for resources, referrals, and support.

JOSH LEYVA IN BOSTON MARATHON : Josh Leyva of Lubbock runs past his sister who was a spectator at the 118th Boston Marathon in Boston. Josh wore bib #2409. Despite it being cold, windy, & rainy, he ran the race in 2:59:44, and placed 2,572 out of 26,610 finishers. "Getting to participate was a wonderful experience," he said. "The college students on the course we're great & you can hear the girls of Wellesley College screaming from a mile away. Its a tradition for them to kiss the runners so I did get a kiss or two," he added saying that he hopes to run again next year.

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ara el bienestar general, una mente saludable es de igual importancia que la salud física. Sin embargo, los exámenes mentales son poco comunes y, con frecuencia, los desordenes mentales no se diagnostican, en especial en la comunidad hispana. Los hispanos tienen un riesgo desproporcionadamente alto de sufrir depresión y otras condiciones asociadas con enfermedades mentales y son menos propensos a buscar tratamiento, o a recibir atención de calidad, según un informe del Consejo Nacional de La Raza (NCLR, por sus siglas en inglés) y de California State University, Long Beach Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training. Según este mismo estudio, uno de cada cinco hispanos que viven en Estados Unidos sufrirán

depresión seria en sus vidas y más del 90 por ciento de ellos no acudirá a un especialista en salud mental. Los estigmas y estereotipos asociados con las enfermedades mentales impiden que mucha gente busque tratamiento, que podría mejorar su calidad de vida y ayudarlos a controlar la enfermedad de manera eficaz. Hay muchas opciones cuando se trata de mejorar la salud mental, tales como terapia de la risa, ejercicios y medicamentos. Sentirse triste, distanciado, o deprimido, no es algo normal dentro del proceso de envejecimiento. Si usted, o alguien que usted conoce, parece no librarse de la tristeza, temor, o ansiedad, visite los enlaces de más abajo para obtener recursos, recomendaciones y apoyo.

early 3 N million Hispanics have

tion is available to a wider audience. The Arthritis Foundation offers a Spanish-language message board, a toll-free help line (800-568-4045. Information on pain relief, exercise, and more can also be found at www. arthritis.org. To prevent arthritis or help manage your pain, the Arthritis Foundation recommends these steps: • Seek early diagnosis and treatment. • Maintain an appropriate weight. • Take adequate calcium for strong bones. • Exercise to maintain fitness and flexibility.

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been diagnosed with arthritis, and millions more with chronic joint pain remain undiagnosed, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. May is National Arthritis Month, and with new resources in Spanish, informa-

Alivie el dolor Artritis

ayo es el Mes nacional de la M artritis, y aprender acerca de la enfermedad —que afecta a casi 3 millones de hispanos adultos en Estados Unidos— es más fácil gracias a nuevas fuentes de información en español. Sin embargo, de acuerdo con los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades, millones de latinos siguen sin ser diagnosticados. La Arthritis Foundation ofrece en español, una línea de ayuda gratis

(800-568-4045). Para evitar la artritis o para aprender a controlar el dolor, en español, visita el sitio www. arthritis.org. La Arthritis Foundation (Fundación de la Artritis) recomienda lo siguiente: • Busque el diagnóstico y el tratamiento a tiempo. • Mantenga un peso adecuado. • Tome la cantidad adecuada de calcio para la fortaleza de sus huesos. • Haga ejercicio para mantener un buen estado físico y la flexibilidad. Copyright 2015 by Latino Lubbock Magazine. All Rights reserved.

MEDICATION CLEANOUT: Organizers gathered for the annual medication cleanout event that allows folks ready to dispose of old meds, safely and without damaging the environment. The Texas Panhandle Poison Center, encourages Lubbock area residents to clean out their medicine cabinets and bring in any unused, expired or unnecessary medications for proper disposal.

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Education/ Educación

We Did It...Again!

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SACNAS NEW OFFICERS: The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) at Texas Tech, held its 10th Anniversary Banquet on April 11, 2015. The organization welcomed Zaida Moralez-Martinez, "Mama Z" as the keynote speaker. Also in attendance was the president for the SACNAS National Board of Directors, Gabriel Montano, Ph.D.

GREEKS STAND UP: Members of the Multicultural Greek Council gathered to support the cause. The organization's annually participate in various community service projects throughout the year. Gamma Alpha Omega, Sigma Lambda Beta, and Omega Delta Phi were some of the groups present.

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n 2013, Richard Landin a 53 yearold father of seven, began attending classes at Matthews Alternative Learning School. Landin had lived with a regret that in turn became the priority that drove his family to complete their education. In 1979, with only 16 days left before graduating high school, his parents made him drop out to go to work and assist them in paying bills and sustaining the family. It was a regret that he overcame when he was among the graduates crossing the stage in May of 2013, at the United Spirit Arena. Immediately soon after, his wife Irlene registered for classes and committed to joining her family by completing her education. This May, Irlene will also walk across the stage and will be among the Class of 2015. She said that at a young age she had to make a bold decision to drop out of high school. She did this to keep her brother in school. "I overheard my parents talking in the middle of the night," Irlene said. "They were going to take one of my brothers out of school. I thought to myself, I need three years he needs three months. No." She ditched her books for a job to help her family survive. Two years later, she would marry her husband Richard Landin who also didn't finish high school. "We told each other if and when we have kids, we're going to make sure they go to school. They're going to graduate," Irlene said. All seven children received diplomas from Lubbock High where their parents would have walked the stage years before. "It was hard. I'm not going to say it wasn't hard. It was really, really hard," Irlene said. "But I had a couple of pictures sitting next to me that I

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told my teacher, 'I'm going to keep these because this is my encouragement right here.'" Pictures of all her high school graduates cover her homework binder, to motivate her. She spent more than a year in night classes and finished her requirements to walk the stage this May. And now that they've all finished the wife, mother, and grandmother of this family is ready to partake in her graduation ceremony. Her family will be at Lubbock High's graduation ceremony to see their last family member receive that diploma, and witness the lifelong lesson of never giving up. "Look for it and you'll find it. Search for it and you will accomplish it," Irlene said. Congratulations on behalf of Latino Lubbock Magazine! You did it!

New Spanish Books Available at Mahon Library he Mahon Library, 1306 9th thors, such TStreet, has a new selection as Eric Carle of books in Spanish available for and Ezra checkout. The collection includes best-selling fiction titles, literature by Spanish language authors, cookbooks and books about sports, and resources for learning English. Titles include Gone Girl, The Fault in Our Stars, and Message in a Bottle. The library also has a large selection of children’s books in Spanish. Board books, picture books and chapter books can be found in Spanish by popular children’s au-

Education & Scholarship Update

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Nuevos libros en español disponibles en Mahon Library

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

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Youth Opportunities LEMONADE DAY will be held on May 9th. Empowering today’s youth to become tomorrow’s entrepreneurs by operating their own business – a lemonade stand. Registration is available online so register today at: http://lubbock.lemonadeday.org SAFETY CITY HEALTHY SUMMER FESTIVAL, May 9, 10 am-1 pm, Free, All ages, There will be door prizes, games, health screenings, immunizations (bring your shot record) and a variety of booths for everyone’s enjoyment, Safety City. KIDS TO PARKS DAY TM, May 15, 10 am, Free, Thousands of children nationwide will take part in a grassroots movement to discover America’s parks through play, Join us for a fun-filled day of activities to help promote healthy living and encourage outdoor and nature activities in our parks and neighborhoods, Hodges Community Center and Lubbock Memorial Arboretum.

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SUMMER SATELLITE CAMP REGISTRATION, $15 for 1st week + $5 registration fee, Ages 6-12, Low-income families register now for our 12 week Summer Camp Program. Fees are all-inclusive, including field trips, swimming, snacks and lunch, Pre-registration required, Rawlings Community Center, Simmons Community Center and Trejo Supercenter.

LHS NJROTC Participates in National Competition orty cadets from the Junior Paul Hill, senior naval science inF Navy Reserve Officer Training structor. “This drill meet brings the Corps (NJROTC) participated in the top 25 units together to determine NJROTC United States Navy National Championships in Pensacola, Florida in April. Cadets were sent off with a “hallway gauntlet” a celebratory send-off for the cadets in front of Lubbock High School, formed by students, teachers, parents and well-wishers. The cadets competed in the armed drill team, unarmed drill team, academic team, fitness team, and color guard. “There are more than 600 NJROTC units in the nation,” said Commander

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the best of the best. I’m extremely pleased that our cadets have earned the opportunity to compete at such a high level, and they will proudly represent our school and our community.” The students returned with the Captain James H. Harvy Award, as well as individual certificates for participating in the national competition. Congratulations on a job well done from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Summer Lunch Programs to be Available Citywide ith summer comes an of- summer at

ten unpublicized recurring problem: many children in Lubbock, primarily fed by schools, will go hungry while classes are out. There are some places, however, that can help. THE YWCA- Free meal programs at 32nd and Flint, and 62nd and Elgin. Breakfast 8 -9 am; lunch 11:30 am-1 pm, and 12 -1 pm; afternoon Center. Free. snack 3 -4 pm. Begins May 31st, ends August 17th. Call (806) 792TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities of- 2723 for more information. fers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old LUBBOCK BOYS AND GIRLS Business Card. strugglingHere withis their negative behaviors, loss of CLUB is setad up Theybullying, want to include the following info into a coupon-like that to will feed be a members. self-respect, etc. Parents may call available annubusinessand cardmake size. Their card is included copy or spiff up the are design. 1-800-530-4704 a confi dential ap- toMemberships ally. A full day includes breakfast, pointment for a case manager to visit. Free Exam and X-ray lunch, and afternoon snack. Free MARTIAL FOR KIDS Start and ARTS 10% off for any work when ADwith is mentioned. if you live in 79415 district. Call the basics and learn more advanced tech- (806) 792-2880 for more informaniques. Emphasis on self-defense, character, If we can also mention something about that we can do crowns, root canal, tion. and discipline, Center, theSOUTH fillings,Hodges extractionCommunity and teeth whitening same day. We also do implants, PLAINS FOOD BANKThursdaysinvisalign, in April atand 6 pm, $15 monthly, Ages braces. All work is done in the officeCafé: and don't a have to Kids free meals throughout 6-12. 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

EHS COLOR GUARD: The Estacado JROTC Color Guard proudly presented the colors at the PAGA National Meeting held in Lubbock. The group is led by Ronnie N. Shell - COL, Retired, Senior Army Instructor, who takes pride in the JROTC members, and who will be retiring this year.

various locations. To find a location near you, please call 763-3032 or visit www. spfb.org. CITY OF LUBBOCK PARKS AND RECREATION will also have five summer camps involved with Kids Café. Call P&R at (806) 775-2687 for more information. LISD- free breakfast and lunch for kids enrolled in summer school. Call (806)766-1000 for more information. BRIDGE 2 SUCCESS SUMMER CAMP 2011 Free camp in July; will provide breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack as well as lots of summer activities. Contact (806) 632-7652, for more information.

SENIOR FAREWELL: The Estacado Baseball Booster Club honored the seniors of the EHS Baseball team at their last game. The students will now be preparing for graduation and many aspire to go to college. Great job to the coaches including Ramiro Hernandez Jr. Best Wishes from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

VIVA LA CULTURA: Some of the members of the Ballet Folklorico Grupo Oro at Lubbock High were on hand to showcase their beautiful costumes and pose for a photograph. The ballet folklorico and mariachi groups performed for parents, family and friends and did an outstanding job!

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Mark Your Calendar 2015 LISD School Holidays

May 21 Talkington Graduation May 22 Coronado High School Graduation May 23 Estacado High School Graduation May 23 Monterey High School Graduation May 23 Lubbock High School Graduation May 25 Memorial Day Holiday May 28-29 Early dismissal / Exam Days May 29 End of sixth six weeks, end of semester

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PRAISE TO OUR YOUTH: Some of the youth at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Lubbock particpated in the "Passion of Christ" play held over Easter. The students did an outstanding job according to fellow church members! Congrats from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Special Section/ Sección Especial

Class of 2015!

Congratulations! We are proud of you!

Jade Calvillo

Briana April Pena

Jeremiah P. Galvan

Joseph Pacheco Idalou HS

Gabriella Celeste Gamboa

James Garcia Jr. Lubbock HS

Timothy J. Santiago Jr.

Lubbock HS

Hernandez

Melina Bustamante

Chris Morales

Rod D'Angelo Torres

Grads 2015

Naomi Ggee Giron

Miranda G. De La Cruz

Samantha D. Rodriguez

Coronado HS

Lubbock HS

Sebastion Lopez Lubbock-Cooper HS

Monterey HS

Lubbock-Cooper HS

Norwich University Military Col- Submit photos by 21st, to lege - Bachelor's in Psychology news@latinolubbock.net Graduated Officer Candidate

Texas Tech Bachelor of Fine Arts:Visual Studies

Texas Tech Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Lubbock HS

Estacado HS

Texas Tech Bachelor of

Vanessa Alfaro

Texas Tech School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence

Lubbock HS

Gustavo A. Chavira

Texas Tech BBA International Business, BBA Management, & BA Spanish

Daisy Chaparro

Texas Tech School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence

¡Felicidades graduados! Estamos orgullosos de ustedes! Page 16

Monica Lopez Barnard Shares

Advice With Law Students and Grads want to share some lessons I’ve learned dur- ents didn’t complete "I ing the last ten years of my career. Being their degrees, they a Hispanic lawyer is a wonderful gift. I've had placed great emphasis many opportunities to influence the community during my career. While it’s an exciting journey, I think there are many things to remember to ensure you are successful and most influential to those around you. First, you will encounter adversity. By nature of who you are and the profession you’ve chosen, you will have to be brave, be persistent and be prepared. Secondly, it’s important to remember who you are and where you come from. Finally, you must have passion for whatever legal career you chose. You must love what you do in order to make a difference. Let’s talk a little bit about adversity. The numbers tell an incredible story for Hispanic lawyers in this country. There are 54 million Hispanics in the US. Of those, 1.3 million have advanced degrees. Only about 4% of Hispanics become attorneys. We have a deficiency in this country of Hispanic attorneys. That translates into having few mentors for Hispanics in our profession. I began my career as a higher education attorney at the age of 26. I went back to my alma mater to serve as the university’s first General Counsel. It was hard. I knew only three female, Hispanic attorneys at that time, only one was supportive of me in my new role. Societal stereotypes were, and still are, common—I’m often asked if I am the secretary or if I “really went to law school.” I didn’t fit in to the mold of what an attorney should look like. Not only did I encounter external pressure and skepticism, but I also dealt with my own insecurities that we all face as new attorneys. I entered into a role that I knew very little about and within an organization that did not have a frame of reference for what my role should be. It was all overwhelming and took about five years for me to feel as though I was in a place in my career that was comfortable. I tell you all this because you will undoubtedly face your own forms of adversity as you go through your career. You may have people question your abilities or think you are unqualified because of what you look like. I will tell you to be brave, be persistent and be prepared. I have never felt like a brave person, but I’ve been told that I am. I think it’s because I haven’t backed away from the challenges I’ve encountered in my career. I knew nothing about what a university general counsel did when I started—but I took the time and learned. I asked questions, I read articles, I researched and I studied. I was persistent. You have to be persistent to be an effective lawyer. You have to keep learning. Learning your profession doesn’t end. Finally, you have to be prepared. Be prepared to hear the negative and be prepared to take criticism. Also, be prepared when you walk into meetings or the court room. You are getting a wonderful education, but it will only get you so far, you have to keep on learning and be ready when you take on your job. When others see how hard you work and that you rise to the occasion when faced when challenges, you will be sought out by others. Those qualities will lead you to opportunities to make an impact on your community. As you progress in your career, it’s also important to remember where you’ve come from and maybe the struggle that others endured so you could have the opportunities that you’ve had. As mentioned earlier, I grew up here in Lubbock. My mom is a real estate broker and my dad, a remodeling contractor. One set of my grandparents moved to the US from Mexico to be in ministry. The other side of my family has a long history of farm workers and laborers. I am fascinated by genealogy and learning about my family history. I love to know what sacrifices they’ve made along the way. Most of my family have been hard working people of limited means. While my par-

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on my sister and my education. My parents raised me assuming I’d go to college. It was an expectation placed on me early on. For not competing college themselves, I am not exactly sure what motivated them to raise me with that expectation, but I am so grateful they did. Not only was there an expectation that I’d go, but they were very supportive of my academic career. I am the only lawyer in my family and one of the first to pursue an advanced degree. While my family couldn’t understand the pressure of law school, I assure you they did everything they could to help me finish. They sacrificed. My grandparents sacrificed for my parents. And up the line of my family tree, I know older generations worked for the betterment of the next. The sacrifices my family made are not lost on me. I am here and equipped with my education and experiences because of them. I also know that not everyone was fortunate enough to have the same opportunities. I keep that in mind when I meet people and I am asked legal questions. It will happen to you—you may be the only attorney they know and they need help. Try to help. Remember that the education you’ve received is not common among Hispanics. You will be a rarity—so be generous with what you know and help those you can. Finally, you’ve chosen a legal career, but soon it’ll be time to choose what type of lawyer you want to be. There is a lot of temptation to go with a path to earn the most money or prestige. But you should also try to choose a path that ignites your passion. I work in higher education. I believe education is essential to success. I also have a great passion for increasing Hispanics in higher education. My passion for this started in college. I went to a university that didn’t place a great importance on minority students at the time. I realized this when I sat in a class and another student used the term “wetback” to describe Mexicans. I was the only Hispanic in the room and all eyes immediately turned to me. What struck me most about the experience was that my professor didn’t flinch and the conversation went on. I realized then, discussions about different ethnicities and cultures needed to start. As I graduated from TTU Law, I knew I needed to work in a field where I would pursue my passion. The opportunity came for me to go back to my alma mater. I wasn’t quite sure what a General Counsel did, but I knew I was passionate about education. I can now tell you, I work on student affairs issues and I truly feel as though I make meaningful change in education. I work on policy to create a safe and equitable environment. I assist in conduct matters and work to help students who may not have made the best choices continue their education. I also review and provide the university’s legal perspective on proposed legislation. The education and experiences you’ve had will serve you in so many ways. You’ll face adversity along the way. How you respond and work through it will shape who you will become. You are also a product of your past and those that sacrificed to get you here. So as you head into your career—remember your roots and serve those who didn’t get such a great opportunity for education. Finally, whatever you decide to do or where you decide to go—go and do it with passion. ' Note: Modiﬁed for space.

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Anniversary Emilio and Lucia Arguello 60th as of April 16, 1955

Anniversary Jesus & Maria Cavazos, 55th as of May 7, 1961

Anniversary Ernest & Paula Esparza, 45th as of April 26, 1969

Anniversary Arthur & Judy Lara, 33rd as of May 1, 1982

Anniversary Tony & Margarita Olivarez, 30th as of May 10th

Anniversary Lupe & Gloria Torrez, 23rd as of May 16th

DIVERSITY CONFERENCE BY LHSFA:The Latino Hispanic Faculty & Staff Association held a Cultural Awareness Seminar on April 10, 2015. The association had two guest speakers at the event. Bernhard T. Mittenmeyer, MD, Professor of Urology at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, spoke on "Be All That You Can Be!", and Christy MartinezGarcia, Owner/Publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine, spoke about "Promoting & Engaging the Latino Community."

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Anniversary, wedding, quinceanera, birth announcement photos may be mailed or delivered by the 21st of each month, along with payment. The fee is $25 for small. Please submit photo (NO CELL PHOTOS PLEASE) with name, number of anniversary years, and wedding date, or in following format of others. Call (806)792-1212 for more info, or email us at news@latinolubbock.net, or come by 2207 University in LubHONORING MR. MARTINEZ: The family of Nehemias Martinez gathered to honor bock. We accept cash, checks, or credit cards. Payment must him as he celebrated an 80th birthday. He is a dedicated member of the church and com- be submitted before it goes to print. munity, and takes pride in his family, love for life and God. Happy Birthday!

Feliz Cumpleaños Maria Flores - April 26, 2015 From the six generations who gathered for your birthday this year, we wanted to wish you a very happy birthday and a happy mother's day!

Love, Lillie Trevino, Martin Alvarado, Ysidro Alvarado, Fidel Flores, Petronilo Flores, and family

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New Flashing Yellow Arrows Installed

Neighborhood Meetings NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY, May 27, 9 am-1 pm, Free, Ages 50+, This event helps promote the importance of health and regular physical activity, Lubbock Senior Center. NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP, May 30, 8 am-1 pm. Free, Join your neighbors and help beautify your neighborhood. Roll off dumpsters will be placed in our parking lot for you to get rid of appliances, brush, tires, and other large refuse items, Rawlings Community Center. UTILITY ASSISTANCE is intended to assist with energy usage and priority is given to elderly individuals who are 60 years of age or older; a home with a child age five (5) or younger; or a disabled household which is defined as a household with at least one member who has a disability. Service must be on and remain on, no fees, late charges, disconnects or charges over 60 days allowed. Households needing these services must call for an appointment to Neighborhood House (741-0459). HOUSEHOLD CRISIS HEATING/COOLING SERVICE and repair of existing central units, must meet the local weather crisis criteria. Portable air conditioning/evaporative coolers and heating units (portable electric heaters are allowable only as a last resort) may be purchased for Households that include at least one member that is Elderly, a Person with Disability, or a child age 5 or younger, when the local weather crisis criteria has been met. Call 775-2296 to see if you qualify. Page PB

ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd.

ity of Lubbock crews are conC tinuing to install Flashing Yellow Arrow permissive

are defined as: • Red Arrow = STOP • Steady Yellow Arrow = Preleft turns at several intersecpare to stop. tions. Traffic signal operation • Flashing Yellow Arrow = throughout Lubbock is being YIELD, turn only after yielding updated to conform to the latto oncoming vehicles and pedesest revision of the Texas Mantrians. ual on Traffic Control Devices • Green Arrow = Proceed, the (TMUTCD). left turn has the right-of-way. The traffic signals will utiThe FYA for left turns are the lize a Flashing Yellow Arrow national standard that the City (FYA), which will require drivhas recently started to implement. ers to yield to oncoming traffic Lubbock's traffic signals will conand pedestrians when making a tinue to be updated to FYA this left turn. Previously, a circular spring and summer. The left turn green light was used to indicate driv- signal alternatives have been studers making a left turn should yield. ied over 10 years; and research has The LEFT TURN signal indications shown that FYA increases safety at signalized intersections.

Lubbock Letter Carriers help Stamp Out Hunger! a t u r d a y, S May 9th Lubbock Letter Carriers will not only deliver mail; they will step onto the front lines of the war on hunger by picking up

non-perishable food items you place next to your mailbox – and no stamp is necessary! The 23rd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ will be conducting its one day national food drive. It is the nation’s largest one day food drive. Local donations will benefit the South Plains Food Bank, moreso hungry families.

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Pete's Barrio Memoir: Graduation

ay 1968 was a month that I had M looked forward to since I had started school. I had had 12 years of

school and now I could see the end of my basic education. I started to think ‘am I going to have the grades to graduate?’ I was not the smartest apple in the basket so was worried. I’d talk to my different teachers and ask what I needed to do so that I could bring my grade up a little just to graduate. I wondered what I’d do after graduation. Thought about college or higher education and speculated how I was going to pay for whatever HISPANIC LAW STUDENTS: The Hispanic Law Student Association (HLSA) held training I needed. My dream had altheir 11th annual banquet at the International Cultural Center. Pictured are the outgoing ways been to be an aircraft mechanic, officers -. Congratulations to HLSA, as well as to the 2015 graduates. at the time it seemed like a dream in the very distance. Needless to say, my

dream of being an aircraft mechanic would come true. As May 31, 1968 got closer the nerves got really jittery, I finally relaxed when I found out that I did have the grades to graduate. I remember celebrating Senior Day and other activities. As we graduated it was an exciting time and the next step in my future was already in place. Eleven days after graduation I reported to the Army AFFEES recruiting station in Amarillo, and the next chapter in my life started. To all the friends that I have made while writing I would like to Thank You for your support, I will be taking the next few months off from writing due to some commitments that I have coming.

Editor's Note: Pete Piña grew up in barrio Guadalupe and enjoys sharing his memories and the stories of barrio Guadalupe.

En Aquellos Dias….

inco de mayo, 16 de septiemC bre...para mi familia todos los dias eran igual. En la escuela

nos preguntaban los “hueros”, que porque celebrabamos tanto la independencia, si aqui en los estados unidos solamente celebran un dia de independencia (4 de julio). Pues para los mexicanos, la independencia nos ha costado bastante. Hemos peliado por todos los derechos, no nos los han dado. Mi papa decia que los mexicanos somos un raza con mucho HLSA NEW OFFICERS: The Hispanic Law Student Association also introduced their orgullo, aunque el y mis abuelos 2015-16 incoming officers at the annual banquet. The HLSA group continues to grow and fueron nacidos en Texas, nuestras be a support for Hispanic and law students alike.

raizes venian de Mexico. La musica especialmente era lo que le encantaba, aunque llegara de la labor bien cansado, ollendo un corrido de Pedro Infante, se ponia a cantar. Mis padres no salian a bailar, pero ha veces, le entraba la hora loca a mi papa, y empezaba a cantarle a mi mama y la pescaba y le daba unas cuantas vueltas en la cosina. Tambien les tenia mucha compasion a los braseros, porque no

todos los trataban bien. A veces se hiba a las barracas y les llevaba tortillas frescas y se ponia a platicar con ellos nomas para oir historias de los diferentes paizes de donde venian. Quiziera que mis sobrinos y sobrinas nunca se olviden de sus abuelos antepasados y la historia de Mexico.

carmelitas descalzas. Su colección incluye cuatrocientas nueve Cartas y obras místicas de carácter didáctico como Camino de perfección, Conceptos del amor de Dios y El castillo interior o Las moradas. Entre sus poemas figuran “A la profesión de Isabel de los Ángeles”, “Al nacimiento de Jesús” y “¡Oh hermosura que excedéis!”. Fue nombrada Doctora honoris causa por la Universidad de Salamanca. Fue beatificada por el Papa Pablo V en 1614, canonizada por Gregorio XV en 1622 y proclamada Doctora de la Iglesia por Pablo VI en 1970. La biblioteca principal de Texas Tech tiene varios ejemplares de sus obras.

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WEST TEXAS YOUNG ADULTS: The Collegiate LULAC Council #4988 and Phi Iota Alpha fraternity co-hosted the 4th Annual West Texas Young Adult Summit on April 18, 2015. The organizations invited students and community members to join in on the workshops, foster dialogue, and ignite student perspectives on subjects impacting the Latino college community, as well as the general Latino community.

gran representante femenina del Siglo de Oro español, Teresa de Cepeda y Ahumada, mejor conocida como Santa Teresa de Jesús. Nació en Ávila, España, el 28 de marzo de 1515 y falleció en Alba de Tormes el 4 de octubre de 1582. Desde muy pequeña, le interesó la vocación religiosa, lo que Para más información, póngase en la llevó a ingresar en el convento contacto con la Dra. Pratt (c.pratt@ La Encarnación y fundar posteri- ttu.edu). ormente diecisiete conventos y las

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

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Cinco de Mayo Observances Cinco de Mayo Events 3RD ANNUAL CINCO DE MAYO PARADE will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Line-up begins at 9 a.m. in the East parking lot of First Baptist Church. The parade begins at 10 a.m. heading East down historic Broadway, to the Civic Center. For more information call (806)792-1212, or visit www. loshermanosfamilia.org MAGIC 93.7 CINCO DE MAYO CONCERT & CELEBRATION, May 2, gates open at 12 pm. Tickets $20 includes admission. All Ages, Food vendors, live music and more, at Buffalo Springs Lake. CINCO DE MAYO FAMILY CELEBRATION, May 2, 1-5 pm, Free, All Ages, Food, games, look a-like contests, music and more, Rawlings Community Center. CINCO DE MAYO PROGRAM AT MAHON LIBRARY professor Zachary Brittsan will discuss the history of Cinco de Mayo at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, on Saturday, May 2 at 3 p.m. All ages are welcome. Refreshments will be served. EAST SIDE CRUISE, May 2, 2 pm, Free, All Ages, Food, games, music and more, Mae Simmons Community Center.

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CINCO DE MAYO PARTY AND SALSA CONTEST, May 5, 10:30 am, Free, Ages 50+, Share your favorite salsa recipe and learn a different way to make salsa! Join us for a day of “Senora or Senor” game, decorate clothespins and see how many you can collect from others and win a prize, Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

Cinco de Mayo

Mexico’s historical victory tors: France, Britain and Spain. The

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

inco de Mayo in Lubbock includes a combination of vibrant concerts balanced with many school and community groups’ observances that showcase Mexican culture through education, and recognition events. And while some have commercialized the celebration Cinco de Mayo is still a date of great importance for the Mexican and Chicano communities. The date often confused as Mexican Independence Day, is actually a historical day that celebrates a victory of a major battle when Mexico conquered French forces in Puebla, Mexico, in 1862. At the time, Mexico was occupied by the French under the rule of Emperor Maximillian. Benito Juarez, the president of Mexico, had been forced by the financial toll of the Reform War to suspend debt payments to Mexico’s chief European credi-

French, English and Spanish invaded Mexico to get payments by whatever means necessary. The Spanish and English eventually withdrew, but the French refused to leave. The French army, numbering 6,000, moved to occupy the city of Puebla. It was met by a largely peasant force of 2,000 ill-equipped Mestizo and Zapotec Indians led by Juarez. The troops under Juarez emerged victorious May 5, 1862. Because of this victory, against tremendous odds, The Batalla de Puebla (Battle of Puebla), now referred to as Cinco de Mayo, continues to be a holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and the southwestern United States. To further increase cultural awareness, this year many local elementary schools will hold culturally filled events directed to their own student bodies, and various groups and organizations will also host events citywide.

SELENA DAY IN LUBBOCK: In honor of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez (April 16, 1971 – March 31, 1995), known by the mononym Selena, the City of Lubbock with Victor Hernandez - Coucilman Dist. 1, read a proclamation live on the air on Magic 93.7, in honor of Selena's birthday. Lubbock was among a handful of cities that proclaimed Selena Day.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión Church Bulletins

STATIONS OF THE CROSS PRESENTERS: The annual Live Stations of the Cross event held by Our Lady of Grace parishioners drew a large crowd to a series of 14 stations that chronicle the events that took place at each step along Jesus’ path to crucifixion. This has become a highlighted event at the church.

New Catholic Student Center Unveiled

epresentatives from the Catholic Diocese of Lubbock, Saint Elizabeth University Parish and TTU unveiled a $6.8 million project that will construct and establish a permanent endowment to support a new Catholic student center at the southeast corner of Main and Avenue W. Construction will commence in spring 2016 with the 18,888 square foot facility scheduled to open in the fall of 2017. A generous lead gift from the estate of John Saleh provided the majority of the funding to construct the new Catholic Student Center, JOEL'S ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT: Knights of Columbus Council #8097 vol- which will be named for him. unteer annually to organize and place Easter candy and treat all over Rogers Park. The The new building will include a 7,000 square foot multi-purpose group enjoys seeing smiles on the children, as well as the family involvement. room with stage and a seating capacity of 400. Another 1,400 square feet of seminar, conference

space and meeting rooms are included along with a 620 square foot commercial kitchen. Other aspects of the John Saleh Catholic Student Center include offices, work areas and storage for staff and the various ministries, restrooms, media/ study/reflection areas for students, patios and three large vestibules. The Catholic Campus Ministry in Lubbock traces its origins to 1925 when TTU opened to 914 students, and has thrived in the years since. Approximately 19 percent of students self identify as Roman Catholics. “This is a prominent and visible sign of the Catholic Church’s service to students," said the Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez, CMF, Bishop of Lubbock.

Forward in Christ

BY JOE CASTILLO

aiting for my last chemotherW apy, God has given me the strength to go through this again

and it appears that once again we have overcome this dreadful disease through our prayers. My Doctor has informed us that there is no movement or visualization of cancer at this moment in my body. This is why we shouldn't take our sight away from Him. We should walk in light for He is the Light of the SUPPORTERS OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS TEXAS 26TH ANNUAL RA- the and some day we all want to GIN’ CAJUN: Various councils of the Knights of Columbus were represented at the world, before that light. John 8:12; " annual Ragin'Cajun event. The KOC prepared food, and volunteered to make the event a stand I am the light of the world; he that success. Way to go guys! follows me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life." Why do we walk in the light? So that we can see, otherwise we stumble in the dark. Matthew 5:14-16; Ye are the light of the world. A city in buying or sel ling rested Inte

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GRACE BEFORE MEALS – Father Leo Patalinghug, STL, host and creator of EWTN’s Grace Before Meals and featured on other networks nationally, will be the speaker for two nights at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd Street, Lubbock. An Evening for Couples – “Spicing up Married Life” - Saturday, May 2, 6-8 p.m. $35/couple includes meal. Register at www. lubbockolg.org or by calling 806-763-0710. If you register online, mail $35 to Evening for Couples, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, PO Box 3947, Lubbock, TX 79452. Also featured is Youth Night – Sunday, May 3, 5-7 p.m. Free, no registration required! For more information on Father Leo, please see http://gracebeforemeals.com. CURSILLO FOR WOMEN – May 2124, in English. For information: Deacon Joe Morin, 806-543-5686 FAMILIES ENCOUNTERING CHRIST SUMMER CAMP Save the dates - June 23-26, 2015 More information coming soon... Wanna help?Contact the Diocese of Lubbock Office of Marriage & Family Life Richard or Elaine Ybarra, @ (806) 792-3943 ext 231 TEEN ACTS (TACTS) RETREAT – July 16-19. For information: Ignacio Vasquez, TACTS Liaison- 806-790-6422 or corpsmannacho@yahoo.com. Online: http:// www.actscommunityoflubbock.org/teenonline-registration HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE: Father Emiliano Zapata, OP, of Saint Elizabeth University Parish is leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, October 14-22, 2015. If you are interested in going on this trip, contact Father Emiliano or the church office at (806) 762-5225.

YOUNG ADULT FAITH GROUP Catholic post-college adults including graduate students, medical and law students and young professionals in the Diocese of Lubthat that is set on a bock. For more information, contact Jaclyn hill cannot be hid. Cañas-Carrell, jaclyn.e.canas@ttu.edu, Neither do men light a candle and 806-438-5145.

put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it gives light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." Why do we light a candle? So that we can see, we don't light it so that we can be in darkness. God says we are the light of the world, we should be like Christ a light unto the world to glorify God. To share that light which is Christ, to help bring our brothers to that marvelous light.

SINGLE AND PARENTING –Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Marriage and Family Life offices, 4th & Toledo, Lubbock. No fee; to register call 806-792-3943 ext 231. MASS IN SPANISH at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm. Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225

MISA EN ESPAÑOL en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en Editor's Note: Joe survived Nasotha- la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para ryngeal cancer for 17 years, he is cur- más información llame al (806) 762-5225 rently battling cancer. An Airforce veteran, he uses writing as a way to stay positive, share his story, and inspire COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan others. Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. Licensed & Insured To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church.

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MASS AT REESE: The South Plains College Catholic Student Organization and Saint John Neumann Church sponsor Mass or Communion at Reese Center every Wednesday at 12:05 PM in RC 822A, in building 8 until further notice. Normally this will be a Mass, but if no priest is available, Deacon Ed Sears will conduct a Communion Service. All are welcome! DOMINICAN EVENING PRAYER: All are invited to Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer with the Dominican Friars, Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. in the historic Saint Elizabeth Church, 2301 Main, Lubbock, prior to 5:30 Mass.

Happy Mother's Day/Feliz día de las madres

Refelctions on día de las Madres

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

hile we may refer to our mothW ers differently, one thing that is the same among Hispanic families

is our high regard for our mothers. The majority of Hispanic households are married-couple families (67%). Of those families, 44% have children under the age of 18. As of July 1, 2005, 22% of the Hispanic population was under the age of five, and Hispanics had a higher concentration of preschoolers among their population than any other race or ethnic group. It is because of this growth and for the sanctity of sustaining a family that we thank Latinas and why Día de las Madres should be celebrated wholeheartedly and enthusiastically. On this day we celebrate our mothers by giving them beautiful flowers, little recuerdos, or remembrances of our appreciation, and coordinating a special day with the familia. As a Latina, one of the most charming customs that I treasure of all is the singing of Las Mañanitas. While it is puzzling that mothers take delight in being roused from sleep at such

an ungodly hour. I have since come to appreciate the beauty and romanticism of the traditional serenade known as “el gallo” (the rooster) or “Las mañanitas” (little mornings). For generations of Latinos, especially Mexcianos, this is part of the emotional landscape in a cultura distinguished by its warm, demonstrative people. With vicarious pleasures of the sidewalk concert I recall the mariachis waking neighbors as they came to sing and perform sidewalk concerts. Soon all the mothers would come out. Even more touching to me was when my own mother coordinated friends and family to go sing to her mother. Cut short, soon many mothers retreat to the bed, to snuggle under the covers while the family prepares for her big day. Some madres are given breakfast in bed, or have husbands that prepare a feast of barbacoa, and some mothers even on this special day still take pride in preparing a traditional almuerzo before church. In my family, many mothers are given corsages to wear to church. I’m al-

ways confused about which color signifies whether you are a mother, or grandmother. At church, roses circle the Virgen de Guadalupe. And as the mass ends, the Mañanitas are sung to all the madrecitas and abuelitas. Sometimes as they depart home, a flower is preLHSFA INVITES MEMBERS: The Latino Hispanic Faculty & Staff Association ensented to them. new members from the community to interact and network with members from the As a mother, I take pride in the small courages homemade gifts made by my daugh- university. Find them online at http://www.orgs.ttu.edu/latinohispanicfacultyandstaff ter. Even now, I treasure everything that she has given me and treasure these gifts because I know that they came from her heart. So, as we celebrate the day of our mother’s remind them of how special they are by telling them you love them, and covering them with kisses and hugs. It is theses simplest acts of love that to seem to me are most significant. Happy Mother’s Day... Feliz Dia de las Madres from Latino Lubbock Lubbock’s premier mariachi is available for all occasions. Magazine. Book your Mother’s Day serenata now.

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tell me you are sending me to earth t o m o r r o w, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?” God said, “Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you.” The child further inquired, “But tell me, here in heaven I don’t have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy.”

love and be very happy.” Again the child asked, “and how am I going to be able to understand when people talk to me if I don’t know the language?” God responded, “Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words you will ever hear. And with much patience and care, your angel will teach you how to walk and how to speak.” The child asked, “And what am I going to do when I want to talk to you?” God answered, “Your angel will

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The child asked, “Will I always be sad because I do not see you anymore.” God answered, “Your angel will always talk to you about me and will teach you the way to come back to me, even though I will always be next to you.” At that moment there was much peace in heaven, but voices from earth could be heard and the child asked God, “God if I am to leave now to earth, please tell me my angel’s name!” God answered, “You will simply call her Mom.”

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Veteran's Affairs/ Asuntos de los Veteranos

US Navy To Give Veteran Cesar Chavez Funeral Rights, 22 Years Later

BY NATHANIEL DOWNES

hen he passed from this morW tal coil in 1993, Cesar Chavez left behind him a life of leadership CHANGE OF COMMAND: The 4005 U.S. Army Hospital held its Change of Command Ceremony on April 11, 2015. During the ceremony, outgoing commander Col. Alan Napier passed on the guidon to incoming commander, Col. Wallace Brucker. A retirement ceremony was held in honor of Col. Alan Napier.

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and bravery. The union organizer and Hispanic community leader had spent most of his life helping the lives of low wage workers, especially those engaged in manual labor such as farming. His slogan, “Sí, se puede” (Spanish for “Yes, we can”) became a rallying cry for a nation. And when he was a teenager, he was a sailor in the US Navy. As such, the US Navy announced that on the 22nd anniversary of his death, they would be granting him full funeral honors at his graveside. The ceremony is expected to be attended by his family, Naval officers, and members of the Cesar Chavez Foundation. The foundation issued a statement on the announced ceremony: Cesar endured discrimination in the Navy and at home during the ’40s. Cesar belonged to a generation of Latinos and other people of color who returned home from the service after World War II determined to see that the country for which they sacrificed fulfilled its promise of equality and freedom. That motivated him to work for civil and labor rights starting in the early ’50s.

Chavez himself described his time in the navy as the worst two years in his life. He found himself faced with bigotry of all sorts, and left the navy before he turned 20. When he died in 1993, there was no navy presence at his funeral. With the Navy’s recent recognition of the bigotry suffered not only by Chavez, but many minorities in their ranks in the past, they want to make things right. Already, the Navy has named one ship after the workers rights leader, the USNS Cesar Chavez (launched in 2012). It is many years late, but that the US Navy is attempting to right a wrong done to so many is a step in the right direction. Indeed, racism and bigotry caused several near riots over racial tensions in the past, and was labelled as the service branch with the worst record on race relations. It is a sign of progress that we find the Navy honoring a man who fought for equality and to overcome such racism, even if it is long overdue.

Armed Forces Day, May 16, 2015

Veteran Connection MEMORIAL CEREMONY FOR FALLEN OFFICERS South Plains College will honor law enforcement officers whose lives were lost while serving and protecting citizens across the United State with its annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service set for 10 a.m. on May 6 at the entrance to the college, 1401 S. College Ave. Honor Guard will raise the flags and assist the SPC Honor Guard in the service. The Lubbock Fire Marshall Honor Guard will play the bagpipes. MEMORIAL DAY MASS Catholic War Veterans will host a Memorial Day Mass on May 25 @11 a.m. at Christ the King Cathedral. All are welcome to attend. SBA VETERAN’S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The Office of Veterans Business Development's mission is to maximize the availability, applicability and usability of all administration small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their Dependents or Survivors. Contact Armando Garcia at 806-472-7462 ext: 104. MILITARY MASS HELD MONTHLY Saint John Neumann Church, 58022 22nd St., will hold a military Mass for loved ones, deceased or living, Saturday at 5:30 p.m. The military Mass is held the last Saturday of each month. PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 1000 hours, at American Legion, 6628 66Th St, in Lubbock. For more info call John Murdock at (806) 829-2805. DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services nationwide. It helps people with disabilities and their relatives find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability. gov

BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION (BVA) From blinded veterans, for blinded veterans. Services offered include transportation assistance, and connects blinded veterans from earlier wars (Vietnam n the United States, Bremerton, Washington. Korean War…) with blinded veterans Armed Forces Day is Because of their unique War, recent conflicts (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.). celebrated on the third Sat- training schedules, National of www.bva.org

urday in May. The day was created in 1949 to honor Americans serving in the five U.S. military branches – the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard – following the consolidation of the military services in the Department of Defense. It was intended to replace the separate Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Days, but the separate days are still observed, especially within the respective services. In 1962, President Kennedy established Armed Forces Day as an official holiday. The United States' longest running city-sponsored Armed Forces Day Parade is held in

Guard and Reserve units may celebrate Armed Forces Day/Week over any period in May. In Lubbock, the Silent Wings Museum, 6202 N. I -27, exit 9, will offer FREE admission to past and present members of the military and their family, on Saturday, May 16th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Memoriam/memorial Lorenzo C. Martinez, 81, of Lubbock passed away on April 14, 2015. He was born Sept. 6, 1933, in La Feria, Texas, to Luz and Olivia (Caberra) Martinez. Lorenzo retired as a clerk for the U.S. Postal Service after 36 years of service. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army where he served during the Korean Conflict. Lorenzo married Julia Rodriguez on Dec. 18, 1952, and they are members of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 61 years, Julia; sons, David R. Martinez and Lorenzo Martinez, Jr. and wife, Delia, all of Lubbock; daughters, Julie Todd and husband, Alfredo of Lubbock and Linda Morin and husband, Lonnie of Austin; sisters, Lucia Arguello and husband, Emilio of Idalou, and Gloria Flores and Bertha Martinez and husband, Pilar, all of Lubbock; 10 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Lorenzo was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, David, Daniel, and Henry Martinez; son, Jody Martinez; and granddaughter, Jacinta Martinez. Jesse Mojica, 59, passed away on April 1, 2015. Born Sep. 12, 1955, in Lovington, NM. He is preceded in death by his sister, Nora and his brother, Abel. He is survived by his daughters, Amy (Mike) Scully, Jessica Lea Mojica; his son, Jason Dominique Mojica; his grandchildren, Madison, Bailey, Roman, Jazzlyn, Lexee; his sisters, Aurora, Cindy, Sylvia; his brothers, Rudy, Raul, Jimmy and many close friends he considered family.

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Domingo Carrizalez, Sr., 90, passed away on April 13, 2015. He was born to the late Juanita Narvaiz and Seferino Carrizalez on Aug. 3, 1924, in Big Spring, Texas. He was a member of the U.S. Army and was enlisted for WWII. He was a lifelong member of St. Theresa's Catholic Church. Domingo Sr. married Estanislada Huerta in July of 1948; they were married for 66 years. Domingo Sr. is survived by his wife, Estanislada; children, Domingo Jr., Maria Mary Anthony, Benita Gomez (Benito), Conception Cept, Hortencia Tencha, Yolanda, Irma Aguirre (George ), Brenda Flores ( Mario), Patricia; and one brother, Alfredo Carrizalez. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren; 27 greatgrandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. Domingo is preceded in death by his parents; seven siblings; son; grandson; two daughters-in-law; and one son-in-law. Jose Santos Criado, 79, of Lubbock passed away on April 5, 2015. He was born on Aug. 27, 1935, in Poteet, Texas, to Felipe and Dolores Criado. Joe worked as a migrant worker in Michigan and Ohio. He moved to Lubbock in 1956 and married Eleanor in 1960 where their union was blessed for 18 years. He also worked at TG&Y warehouse for 17 years. He later became self employed as a landscaper in the Lubbock area. Joe loved watching the Dallas Cowboys and enjoyed working in his garden and he enjoyed carpentry and landscaping. Joe is survived by his sons, Joey, David and Andres Criado; his daughter, Angelica Casarez; eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; one brother, Ray. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Ubaldo and Julian Criado.

Margarita Reyes Mata, passed away on April 10, 2015. She was born on Feb. 19, 1945, in Corsicana, Texas. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Irene Mata; Eliseo Lee Pantoja Bustoz, 66, passed three sisters, Lupe Roaway on April 2, 2015. driguez, Janie Rodriguez He was born in Post, and Lilly Rodriguez. She Texas, to Juan and Auis survived by her husband, Marcial Marez dencia Bustoz on June of Lubbock; her daughter, Margarita Mata of 14, 1948. Lee honorably Lubbock; her five sons, Jesse Mata, Steve served his country in the Mata, Epifanio Mata, Pedro Garcia and J.R. U.S. Army and worked for civil service as an Garcia, all of Lubbock; and her sister, TomAccountant Technician mie Garcia of Odessa; a brother, Rafael for over 20 years. He was preceded in death Reyes of Corsicana; 19 grandchildren; and by his parents; siblings, Segundo Bustoz, 18 great-grandchildren. Ascension Fuentes and Pablo Bustoz who recently entered rest on April 11. He is surVictor Vic Jose vived by his loving wife of 42 years, Linda Lugo Bustoz; their daughter, Myra BettisDeLaRosa, 54, of worth and husband, Jason; grandchildren: Slaton passed away on Logan, Landon, and Linley Bettisworth; sibSaturday, April 11, 2015. lings: Pauline Carrasco, Loy Perez, Nunie He was born on Aug. 27, Bustoz, and Ernie Bustoz; numerous nieces, 1960, in Tahoka to David nephews, other relatives and friends. and Adela Ramirez. Vic loved to do carpentry work. He was always fixing and remodeling his home. He loved to work out and exercise. To everything there is a season, Survivors include his parents David and Alea time to every purpose under da Ramirez of Slaton, a daughter Gina Marie the sun… ECCL 3:18. DeLaRosa of Slaton, a sister Kelly Ramirez of Slaton, a nephew Ricky Franklin of Slaton and a niece Kerri Franklin Ramirez of Slaton.

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Jesus "Joe" DeLeon, 64, of Lubbock passed away on April 14, 2015. He was born on December 15, 1951 in Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his parents Tony and Irene Vasquez, and Jesus DeLeon; and granddaughter, Crystal Lynn Mendoza. Jesus is survived by three sons, Joseph DeLeon, Adam DeLeon, and Anthony DeLeon; two daughters Irene Mendez and Joanna Mendoza; a brother Paul DeLeon; a maternal uncle Blas Rivera; ten grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Adrian Galvan passed away on April 8, 2015. Adrian was born on July 22, 1976, to Joe and Yolanda (Contreras) Galvan in Brownfield. He graduated from Lovington High School and Texas Tech University. He married the love of life, Deanna Mojica, on Sept. 15, 2001, in Lubbock. He so loved the camaraderie among his fraternity brothers of Omega Delta Phi, his second family at Star Care for 12 years, and all the players and coaches of Little League baseball that he was honored to coach. Those left to cherish Adrian's memories include his wife, Deanna Galvan; a son, Alejandro Galvan; a daughter, Daniela Galvan; his parents, Joe and Yolanda Galvan of Lovington, NM; a brother, Richard (Becky) Contreras of Brownfield; maternal grandfather, John Contreras of Brownfield; paternal grandmother, Esther Galvan of Hobbs, NM; and father and mother-in-law, Joe (Francine) Mojica of Cotton Center.

Isabel Gonzales, 70, of Lubbock passed away on April 4, 2015. He was born on Sept. 11, 1944, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Ramon and Elvira (Vela) Gonzales. He was employed as a mechanic at Farmers Coop for 18 years. He was passionate about cars, music, and dancing. Isabel loved spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by three sons, Andy, Joe and Eric Gonzales; one daughter, Sobee Orosco; his ex-wife, Janie Lopez; 14 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Nora Martinez, 53, passed away on March 21, 2015. Nora was born in Lubbock, Texas, to Amelia Martinez on June 28, 1961. She grew up in the home of her adoptive parents, Martin and Celia Sanchez. Nora was preceded in death by: her grandmother, Esther Martinez; grandfather, Toroteo Martinez; and uncle, Martin Sanchez. She leaves to cherish her memories: her mother, Amelia Martinez; aunt, Celia Sanchez; sisters, Sandy Mendoza; brothers, Joe Mendoza, Jessie Mendoza, Rey Mendoza, Richard Sanchez and Mike Sanchez; great-nephews, Jayson and Cameron Longoria; niece, Elishja Cuellar; nephews, Andrew Cuellar, Alex Castillo, Joshua Mendoza, and Nikko Mendoza.

Angelita Angie Hernandez, 54, of Lubbock passed away on April 10, 2015. Angie was born Aug. 1, 1960, to John Sr. and Maria Hernandez; she was a MEMORIALS ARE PAID ADVERTISING, lifelong resident of Luband can include photo message. Different sizes, bock. Angie was precedprices. For more info, call (806) 792-1212. Deadline to submit is the 21st. ed in death by her mother Maria Hernandez. Those left to cherish her memory are her father, John Hernandez Sr. Ascension Chon Memorial of Lubbock; a son, Kaven Martinez of LubGuerrero Jr., 57, Rev. Curtis T. Halfmann passed away on March bock; three brothers, Peter Hernandez of Happy Birthday on 5/27! 30, 2015. He was born Odessa, John Hernandez, and Felix Heron May 7, 1957, in Lubnandez, both of Lubbock; two sisters, Linda bock, Texas, and was How we miss you dear Sandoval of Houston and Carmen Garcia of an active member of the friend. You are family, Lubbock; and an aunt, Hortencia Gonzales Knights of Columbus at and you're always on of Lubbock. Our Lady of Guadalupe our mind. Miss you and Church. He was emlove you! ployed with Covenant Ignacio Nacho LeHealth Systems for 11 years. He is survived chuga, 95, of Lubbock by his wife of 38 years, Josie Guerrero; In Loving Memory, passed away on April 2, daughter, Krystal Guerrero-Manzanares; All Blessed by You 2015. He was born Jan. sons, Fernando Guerrero and Ascension 22, 1920, in Las Cruces, Guerrero III; grandchildren, Joel Guerrero, NM, to Ignacio and GreJacob Guerrero, Jaden Guerrero, Kenzee goria (Ruiz) Lechuga. Memorial Guerrero, Brenlee Guerrero, and SerenHe married Mercedes Aldo Cervantes ity Guerrero-Manzanares; great-grandchild, Luna on Jan. 21, 1953, in Sept. 24, 1975 - May 19, 2009 Sadie Guerrero; and siblings, (brothers) Hamilton, Texas. He was My son, Aldo Cervantes, Juan, George, Romualdo, Ruben, Raul, a farmer. Those left to was taken from me and Reymond and Jerry Guerrero; (sisters) cherish his memory are his daughters, Janmy daughters. No matter Martha Cristan, Mary Espinoza, Noemi ice and husband Stanley Perez of Lubbock, how long its been, it still Guerrero, Julie Mata, and extended family Dee and husband Red Pelton of Cheyenne feels like it was yesterday. and friends. He is preceded in death by his Wells, CO, and Gloria and husband Wayne My son, we love you and parents, Ascension Guerrero Sr. and Julia Rusk of Carrollton; sons, Ignacio Lechuga miss you. You will always Cortes, and brother, Phillip Guerrero. and Alex Lechuga both of Lubbock; ten be in our hearts, until we grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, and meet again. one great-great-grandchild. Ignacio was Love Mom, Dora Rivera preceded in death by his wife, Mercedes and Ester Cervantes Flores, 53, of Lub- several brothers and sisters. bock passed away on April 10, 2015. She was In Memory Of born on Oct. 2, 1961, Diana G. Martinez, to the late Gumercindo 65 passed away on April Mike Medrano "M & M" and Ramona Rivera. 1, 2015. Diana was born May 8, 1953-Sept. 3, 2003 She loved spending time Feb. 24, 1950, in La Villa, To my big brother, so so many with her grandchildren Texas, to Martin and Mayears have passed. I can who were all special to ria Gorostiza. She is surstill hear you playing when it her. She is preceded in vived by five sons, Jose comes to mañanitas time death by three brothers, Benito Rivera, GilMother's day. I LOVE YOU! bert Rivera and Roberto Rivera. Survivors M. Martinez Jr., Mike Your sister, include the love of her life of ten years, Eufe- Martinez, Melton MartiEster Cervantes mio Mata of Lubbock; a son, Robert Rivera nez, Fabian Martinez, Roof Lubbock; a daughter, Ashley Gomez of lando Lee Martinez; two daughters, Melissa Lubbock; her brothers, G.C. Chayo and Fe- Martinez, Esmeralda Gonzales; six brothMemorial lipa Rivera of Lubbock, Richard and Velma ers, Santos Gorostiza, Jose Luis Gorostiza, Rivera of Abernathy, Tony and Helen Ri- Melton Gorostiza, Rogelio Gorostiza, Jaime Gonzalo Garcia Always in our hearts, vera of Lubbock, Roy and Dalia of Lubbock, Manuel Duke and Sally of Florence; her sis- Gorostiza, Richard Gorostiza; Minerva Cas- Always on our mind. ters, Cecilia Quintanilla of Lubbock, Frances tillo, Olga Gorostiza, San Juanita Nieto, We remember you. Guzman of Lubbock, Dolores and Dionicio Rosa Gallegos, Yolanda Rendon; 26 grand- Your loving family, Cantu of Lubbock, Jaine Guerra of Lubbock; children; 15 great-grandchildren. She was Gonzalo Jr., Nina, six grandchildren; and a host of nieces and preceded in death by two brothers, Martin Vern, Philip,Susie, and nephews who loved her dearly. Gorostiza Jr., and Pete Gorostiza. Frankie and respective families

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ City-Wide Easter Egg Hunt

Faces painted and ready to go collect candy and eggs!

A fund day for the family.

The Paudas were ready to collect their share of eggs and treats.

Holding up their baskets of eggs, children were all smiles and excited to find a prize.

Stations of the Cross at Our Lady of Grace

Father David Cruz welcomed participants.

Enjoying the sun, fellowship, and the stations of the cross.

Janie Bocanegra, Sister, and Susie Fernandez were some of the parishioners present.

Many church members gathered to view the annual stations of the cross.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Good Friday Activities

Father Andres prayed as the crowd gathered at each station of the Cross.

Many participated in the Divine Mercy after the Stations of the Cross procession.

Time to meet with friends to share and discuss the beautiful event.

Families took time to enjoy a catfish lunch.

Stand Up For Kids by Children's Advocacy Center

Smiling children enjoyed the fun activities, face painting, food, and music.

The youth met welcoming vendors and volunteers in a family friendly event.

Officers welcomed families and encouraged them to meet K-9 unit officers.

The crowd stood united in support of children, and against abuse.

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Toadbucket Car Show for Lifegift

After a baseball filled Saturday morning, this family took time to enjoy the car show.

A perfect day for a car show, say cheese!

Lifegift shared information and took time to view the many cars.

A car show for all ages. The West Texas wind didn't stop anyone from having a good time at the event.

Change of Command Ceremony

The change of command ceremony for 4005 U.S. Army Hospital was held on April 11, 2015.

Col. Alan Napier, outgoing commander, and wife Vally Ebel Napier who was commissioned a Yellow Rose of Texas at the ceremony.

Celebrating the incoming and outgoing commander of the 4005 U.S. Army Hospital.

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Christy Martinez-Garcia photographed with the SACNAS members and enjoyed the great company.

The SACNAS Student Chapter proudly welcomed alumni.

Members of SACNAS were excited to celebrate their accomplishments at the banquet.

The room was filled with smiles as the chapter welcomed guest from the national's board.

Family Guidance Center Blue Ribbon Ride

Ready to ride in unity and for a great cause.

The Cantus were ready to ride their car, and ride against child abuse.

Families rode in their car and demonstrated their support for Family Guidance.

Dad and son riding against child abuse.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí Joel's 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The kids gathered buckets of candy at the free Easter egg hunt.

Anxiously waiting, these kids took time from being silly to smile for the camera.

The annual Easter egg hunt is an annual event for families.

Ready to play some music for all of the participants.

Talkington Life Center Ribbon Cutting

Religious leaders and church members waited for the ribbon cutting.

Smiles filled the room as they ribbon cutting for the new facility took place.

Members of the Dream Center Advisory Board prepared for the ribbon cutting.

Supporters gathered with staff to cut the ribbon and welcome the community.

PAGA National Meeting in Lubbock, Texas

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The Gonzales welcomed golfers into the hospitality room.

The Morenos helped check in folks at the golf meeting held in Lubbock.

The Ybañezs took a breather and posed for Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Say "Golf" and smile!

Many enjoyed the Christian music concert and the wonderful fellowship.

Lining up for the annual Memorial Ride for Tot Garcia. Reminding the public to drive safely.

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Coach Kliff Kingsbury posed with Annette Castellano and participants at the Ragin' Cajun fundraiser benefitting Special Olympics.

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Casino Night Benefitting Adult Protective Services

Having a great time gambling and enjoying the company, at a great event for a great cause.

Volunteers welcomed family and friends to the Casino Night event benefitting Adult Protective Services.

Taking time to smell the flowers before getting back to work on a successful event.

Friends gathered to pose at the Llano Estacado Silver Star Casino Night.

Rally Against S.B. 185

The Sedeños stood their ground letting passers by to stop S.B. 185.

Many young people stood united against S.B. 185.

Rallying against S. B. 185 that was held on N. University.

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Tavita and Winton Dorow joined Melissa Hernandez, were among rally participants.

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Parents proudly supported their daughters and their sisterhood.

Mother and daughter memories at the Kappa Delta Chi parent weekend brunch.

Three generations of Latinas supporting the first Kappa Delta Chi member.

Sisters from the Alpha Chapter of Kappa Delta Chi Sorority were excited to have their parents with them during the weekend.

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South Plains Job Fair attracted employers and potential employees

Many ball players and parents enjoying the warm weather at Dixie Little League.

Team Miracle walking in the March of Dimes Walk.

Christy Martinez-Garcia, Monica Barnard, and Jorge Ramirez at the HLSA Banquet.

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Sports/deportes

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SPORTS ROLE MODEL: Manny Ramirez of the Denver Broncos, a former TTU player, took time to pose with students who heard his presentation at Faith ChristianChurch.

TEAMWORK: Members of various councils of the Knights of Columbus took a break to pose for a photo. Proceeds of the golf event benefit scholarship, and programs they do in the church.

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enters sights of important games left in the NBA playoffs, which feature impressive Texas teams . Some are surprising to those who don’t follow closely, like the Houston Rockets, which we discussed before, and others like the San Antonio Spurs whom we expected to see and are currently battling the Clippers for a chance to leave an everlasting mark in the NBA annuals. That’s only if they can finish off LA and advance to the next round. The eastern conference has their own battles, but I believe the next champions will come out of the west. If we were to make an educated decision on who has the best chance from the remaining Texas teams, Houston would seem like the logical choice, but can we ever count out the Spurs? Kawhi Leonard is the key for them because if his play is elevated, the team seems to pick up their level of play to match his. With Tim Duncan being 39 years old, it’s only natural the torch for San Antonio will be passed to the next great player, and they have the right candidate. Before anyone sighs and says that it’s not right, remember David Robin-

son did the exact same thing when he retired. The next heir is in place and when’s a better time for your exit than with another championship. Expect to see his best playoff performances this month from this future Hall of Famer. Another team that definitely has to have their best performances in May, before they can get into their version of the playoffs, is the Red Raiders baseball team. With their 27-17 record and their drop in the rankings, which is now around 24, these next few road series needs to be their springboard into the Big 12 tournament. Texas and West Virginia are the last two series and they are both on the road and although winnable, they will have to do it without one of their best pitchers in Corey Taylor. No one really knows the extent or what kind of injury he has, but don’t be surprised if he doesn’t return until the Big 12 tournament. Before we all start thinking doom and gloom, isn’t it refreshing to be worried about the Big 12 championship and also looking down the road to the College World Series? Either way we will know if this is a team that is a victim to there own successes or the team that can build on their past ones. Playoffs are also starting in the girl’s softball scene and both Lubbock Cooper and Coronado seem poised to

make some noise. With both games starting on the first, all we can say is that consistency will be their best weapon. Coronado starts their run in Odessa while the Lady Pirates go to Levelland to start theirs. We hope their season goes on and wish them well. With the NFL drafts first round already done and probably over by the time you read this, Bradley Marquez has his contract signed with an NFL team at the draft or afterwords. Before the draft he said a few teams have contacted him, and if he has a chance, he needs to be able to make a contribution right away. Special teams will probably be the best way for him to get there, and maybe a team like Dallas can use him to replace Dwayne Harris, which left to the Giants, as their punt returner as he develops his other pass catching skills. Don’t worry, our mothers do that for us already. Happy Mother’s Day. Editor's Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aﬁcionado and fan. He contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports. Email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net

Eric "Big Head" Davila retires from MMA

fter 18 years and 52 profesA sional MMA fights, Eric "Big Head" Davila announced his re-

SCHOLARSHIP TOURNAMENT: More then 60 players came out to play the KOC Council #11807 Scholarship Golf Tournament. Players enjoyed great golf, food, prizes, goody bags and more. The council will now begin preparations for their fall tournament. Great job from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

tirement after winning in the Main Event last month. Eric said his decision wasn't planned, but it was the right time to do it. Still it's tough to swallow. "It's still stuck right here. That pill is still stuck there. I turned around after the fight and I saw my wife and my family crying and happy. So many emotions going through everybody. Then I saw Felix the guy who refereed my very first MMA event. I turned and looked at the family and I decided to retire. It's hard for me cause I love this sport so dearly. I love competing. It's just something I felt like I kinda had too" Big Head finishes 40-12 and won 6

of his last 8 fights, including a unanimous decision win over Brandon Farran. Ironically, Big Head earned the win, aided by his Big Head! "He broke his foot on my head. He couldn't run anymore, so that's a good thing and I was able to finish him. I've broken 3 hands, ended 2 careers and 3 feet from people kicking me in the head. Its pretty hard." While Big Head won't compete in the cage anymore, he will continue training as he paved the way in this growing sport for so many. "Hope I've paved the way for a lot of young fighters coming up. I have my gym inside Bodyworks on 50th and I've been there 6 years." While we should be thanking Big Head for giving everything he had every fight and always proudly rep-

resenting the 806, he wants to thank his fans. " A l l t h o s e guys who missed it Saturday, that weren't there and t h o s e that were there, I love you guys and I thank you guys from the bottom of my heart. Just thank you for all the years." Congratulations Big Head Davila and God's Blessings!

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