November 2014 Latino Lubbock Vol 8, Issue 10 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Volume 8, Issue 11, November 2014

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“Every day across this nation there are history lessons taught that fail to mention the critical role American Latinos have played in the founding and growth of our nation. One way we can address that glaring omission is by ensuring our history stands side by side with the other museums of the Smithsonian Institution.” Estuardo Rodriguez

"Calabazas" Photo by Christy Martinez-Garcia. On this month's cover feature's white pumpkins that I photographed at a friend's home. Pumpkins were among the earliest cultivated plants in North America, dating to the early Archaic Indian era. Native Americans grew them along with the pumpkin's half sister squash, corn (maize) and beans. The pumpkin was completely used by the first Americans, who preserved some seeds for planting, ate both the seeds and soft insides, used portions to feed animals, then used the colorful outside skin for seasonal decoration. My grandmother loved Mexican pumpkin candy made out of calabaza. I still recall we'd roast the pumpkin seeds, make pies for Thanksgiving, and even fresh empanadas. The calabaza remains a symbol of fall regardless of the colors. ¡Disfrute!

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November 2014, Vol. 8, Issue 11

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

Mike Solis 11/1 Ernestina Garcia 11/1 Larry Vidaurre III 11/1 Gloria Castro 11/2 Timothy R. Licon 11/3 Tiffany Ridge 11/3 Brenda Flores-Ortiz 11/4 Amy J. Gordon 11/4 Anjanle Madrid 11/ 5 Cindy Adame 11/5 Alex Armenta 11/5 Yolanda R. Hernandez 11/5 Martha Sanchez 11/5 Haylee A. Ramirez 11/5 Eloy Rios 11/6 Adam Garcia 11/6 Esmeralda De Los Santos 11/6 Alice Vasquez 11/6 Leonard Lozano 11/7 Johnny Castilleja 11/7 Jaime Flores 11/7 Armando Garcia 11/7 Mary Alice Castillos 11/8 Lupe Cardenas 11/8 J.R. Perez 11/8 Roberto Cardenas 11/9 Jerry Trevino 11/9 Haidyn Nicole Acebedo 11/9 Adolfo Gonzales 11/ 9 Jacob Herrera 11/10 Irma Armenta 11/ 11 Angel Neveah Martinez 11/11 Cecilia Villa 11/11 Amelia Martinez 11/11 Martin Martinez 11/11 Andrew Rangel 11/12 Fr. Joseph Palacios 11/12 Elisa Herrera 11/13 Michael Salinas Jr. 11/ 12 Eric Anthony Cuevas 11/13 Linda Armenta 11/ 13 Madison Flores 11/13 Ricky Mendoza 11/14 Rudy Delgado 11/14 Anita Vidaurre 11/14 Ana Barrera 11/14 Gabriella Cantu 11/15 Brianna Carranco 11/16 Julia Jimenez 11/16 Meghan Flores 11/16 Julia Jeannette Jimenez 11/16

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Angel Contreras 11/16 Corina Ortiz Escamilla 11/17 Mark Blanco 11/18 Cassandra Zamarripa 11/18 Arabella Belgara 11/18 Angel Daniel Flores 11/19 Alfredo Pena 11/19 Nicholas Medina 11/19 Rihanna Stubblefield 11/19 Isabel Chavez 11/19 Jose Perez 11/20 Emilio Perez 11/21 Delia Crockett11/21 Ashley Vidaurre 11/21 Isabella Perez 11/22 Loretta Madrid 11/22 Sandra Avila 11/23 Elicia Romo 11/23 Ricardo Santiago 11/23 Arthuro Santiago 11/23 Rocky Martinez 11/24 Vanessa Mendoza 11/24 April Guerrero 11/24 Richard Hernandez 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Izakiyah E. Cole 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Orlando Tony Valdez 11/25 Minnie Biera Anaya 11/25 Evalyn Cervantes 11/25 Tony “Lando” Valdez 11/25 Mathew Adame 11/25 Xavier Valdez 11/25 Catarino Velasquez 11/26 Mildred Montez 11/26 Nora Briones Baca 11/26 Johnny V. Baca. 11/26 Victoria Kristian Melgoza 11/27 Frankie Garcia J.R. 11/28 Monsignor Gene Driscoll 11/28 Ignacio Armenta 11/29 JoAnn Martinez 11/29 James Evans 11/29 Melissa Licon 11/29 Crystal Gayle Garza 11/29 Melissa Ortiz Licon 11/29 Benjamin Herrera 11/29 Anna Maria Ramos 11/30 Andy Garcia 11/30 Tony Cantu 11/30 Kip Grant 11/30

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CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Bishop Placido Rodriguez

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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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Military Photos

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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

he scent of fall is in the air. The evenings T have been beautiful, and the West Texas sunsets have been heavenly.

Monthly, I share memories of my childhood, in part because I was blessed to have so many people who mentored, guided, and invested their time in me. My teachers were role models at school, and at home - my parents, my grandparents, other family members, as well as neighbors and church friends, were great examples. These individuals and their impact on my life are partially why I began Latino Lubbock Magazine. I wanted to share with the community their stories and contributions. More so, I wanted to overcome the negative images reported on TV and in the paper about Latinos. I was raised in an environment of church and community activists. My grandfather, parents and other significant family members were involved in everything from the cursillo movement, to PTA, to the neighborhood association, to political campaigning. Still recall block walking, and going door-to-door handing out fliers and asking people to vote for candidates. I was a young girl, and far from being eligible to vote myself, but already the importance of voting was being instilled in me. One time, as I was delivering a flier for a candidate, a small chihuahua came running after me and bit me! As I fell all the fliers scattered in front of me. The photo and name is now a familiar one - Kent Hance. After that, I was done. In my family, however, we were never done and my grandfather's words forever remain instilled in who I am and my purpose, "to serve God, then family, and never forget your community." Needless to say, it was a good experience because I also got to see first hand the need that existed in my community, and it made me appreciative of my parent's effort and involvement - even... when the folks they were trying to help, didn't put the effort to go vote or get involved in those efforts that would benefit our neighborhood, or help them. The importance of voting never lifted. I recall the pride I felt when I completed my voter registration card, and more so, when I got to go vote the first time. It was a presidential election, and my dad and I went to McWhorter Elementary in the Arnett Benson Neighborhood, to cast our votes. I was excited, and to date it remains one of the proudest moments in my life. Upon having my own daughter, I made sure she registered to vote. Her first time to vote was also a prideful moment for me. And every election, I remind her to go vote. At every election season, I am disappointed when so much emphasis and work is put into registering people to vote, and voters don't come out. Equally, I am proudest when people put the effort into becoming well informed and active voters. We must vote for the benefit of our community. In this time more then ever, despite our differences, Latinos have a shared public policy agenda. Hispanics need a compassionate government that helps people in difficult circumstances get back on their feet by providing job training to those who need it, by working toward a health care system that works for everybody, and by increasing support for homeownership programs, and other assetbuilding strategies. And today, there has never been a more critical time for the Latino community to be politically engaged, and our vote could not be more decisive. A critical part of our civic engagement work is to ensure that citizens know their rights and get involved in the political process at all levels—local, regional, state, and national. We must claim and become owners of our future, because many still see Hispanics only as supplicants and not as decision-makers, as consumers and not as producers, as law breakers and not as law enforcers, and as tax expenditures and not as tax contributors. And while stereotypes about the Hispanic community abound, invisibility is even more pervasive. VOTE. As always, may God place favor over you and your family. Como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en mayo y siempre! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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Los Héroes: Trevino and Castro attend South Plains Honor Flight

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

n Oct. 1, more than 140 veterans and guardians flew to Washington, D.C., where they had the opportunity to view memorials dedicated to their heroism and courage during World War II and Korea, to Washington in order for them to see the monuments to their efforts as well other important venues. This was part of the South Plains Honor Flight. J L Castro Among the WWII veterans were two Latino Americans including: George Trevino, who served in Korea; and, J L Castro, who served in WW II War. The two veterans completed the three-day, all-expenses-paid trip

funded by the generous donations of thousands of South Plains residents and businesses. As a Navy veteran of WWII, J.L.Castro served from 1944-1946. Although he did not see action on the battlefield, his battalion assisted in preparing those troops that fought in WWII. As the oldest son in his family of 11 siblings, he enlisted as an 18 year old. His brothers also served in the armed forces: Abel Castro, Marine Corps, 1952-1958 and Isaac Castro, Air Force, 19551959. Castro's favorite site was the Lincoln Memorial, "President Lincoln was truly a Christian man, as Biblical verses were evident throughout the memorial," he commented adding that his son, Danny Castro and grandson, Matthew Castro, accompanied him on this once-in-alifetime experience. Visiting Arlington Cemetery and the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was also memorable. The Honor Flight also placed wreaths at the Iwo Jima Memorial, Air Force Memorial,

Korean War Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. A highlight was visiting the U.S. Capitol with Congressman Randy Neugebauer and the Navy Yard. Trevino was George Trevino Korea also very honored and excited about the trip. Although he was one of the younger participants who represented veterans of the Korean War, he was proud to be among the many heroes. Castro and Trevino along with the other veterans and other travelers, returned Oct. 3, to a well-deserved hero’s welcome, at the Lubbock International Airport that was standing room only. Congratulations on behalf of Latino Lubbock Magazine, and thank you for representing Latinos!

The Search Continues for Zoe Campos

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peared Nov. 17, 2013 around 11 p.m. family member says she saw an unknown man driving Campos' car, but she says the man abandoned the vehicle after realizing he was being followed. Detectives checked out the car before returning it to the family. Campos is described as being 5 feet

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Opinion/opinión Community Update GUACAMOLE DAY, November 4, 10:30 am, Join us in our very own Guacamole making class! Let’s learn different ways to make a delicious guacamole and afterwards enjoy eating it for lunch! Free, Trejo Senior Center. TAMALE WORKSHOP, November 7-8, Friday-Saturday Friday, 6 pm, Ages Teen+ $20, Rawlings Community Center. Tamale Workshop, Saturday, 10 am, Ages Teen+ $20, Rawlings Community Center. VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE PERFORMANCE U.S. The United States Air Force Band of the West Concert Band will perform at the Museum of Texas Tech, Jones Sculpture Court on Friday, November 7, 2014 at 7 PM. This performance will feature the 45-member ensemble that represents the Air Force by performing for formal military ceremonies, educational clinics, and public concerts throughout the Southern United States. Sponsored by the Museum. GENEALOGY The South Plains Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, November 8, 2014 at 10:00 am in the Lubbock Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. "Preparing a Genealogically Friendly Will" will be the program. Visitors are welcome and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Carla Moore, President, at 784-3320. “BUILDING DREAMS—A FESTIVAL OF HOPE” Family Promise of Lubbock will hold its major fundraiser of the year, and the gala evening on Thursday, November 13th, beginning at 6:30 pm at Monterey Church of Christ, 6111 82nd Street. The event consists of a silent auction, a delightful dinner, musical entertainment, a special program, and the opportunity to make a financial contribution to Family Promise. Family Promise of Lubbock is the only organization on the South Plains that focuses on helping homeless families with children attain self-sufficiency and secure housing. Tickets for the evening are $50 per person and may be purchased now by calling Family Promise at 744-5035. “FEED A FRIEND - IT’S AS EASY AS PIE” - November 14-22, For the 23rd consecutive year, Lubbock Meals on Wheels is holding the “Feed a Friend – It’s as Easy as Pie” fundraiser. For a $5 donation to Meals on Wheels, participants will receive a coupon for a free Sara Lee pie. Donations can be made at any Lubbock United Supermarket or at the Lubbock Meals on Wheels’ office, 2304-34th. Lubbock Meals on Wheels serves hot, nutritious meals to over homebound, elderly and disabled people each weekday. GO PURPLE FOR PREEMIES DAY November is Prematurity Awareness Month, and November 14th is Go Purple for Preemies Day. March of Dimes is asking people to wear purple to raise awareness of preterm birth, take photos and send them to ajrubio@marchofdimes.com for posting on our Lubbock March of Dimes Facebook page. Contact 806-686-0307 for more information. GENEALOGY WORKSHOP, November 21, Friday, 1 pm, Free, Learn the tips and tricks to tracing your family history. Simmons Community Center. TURKEY TROT TENNIS SCRAMBLE, November 23, Sunday, 1-5 pm, Adults and Juniors, $5/person, Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center. FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visitlanwt.org for more infot.

November 2014, Vol. 8, Issue 11

Beginning the Year of Preparation

n October 7, I announced that O on October 11, 2015, I will turn 75 years old. As directed by Church

Law, I will send Pope Francis my letter of resignation from the Office of the Bishop for the Diocese of Lubbock. I have been blessed to call Lubbock my home for more than 20 years. As you may know, I was not born nor raised in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could. I love this part of the country, and I love the people in this part of our country. I call on all Catholics in the diocese to prepare to receive a new Successor of the Apostles. I ask you to help make this year a year of grace, renewal, rejoicing and thanksgiving for you and our brother and sister Catholics in the Diocese of Lubbock. I have set some goals for this year. As the year progresses, I ask that all Catholics in the Diocese of Lub-

bock find a way to help participate in the spiritual prepare. This preparation renewal of the diocese as it may be hands-on, helpwelcomes its new bishop, ing prepare to celebrate who comes in the name of retirement and installathe Lord, as designated by tion of the new bishop, the successor of Saint Pebut I especially call all ter, Pope Francis. Catholics in the diocese 4. All diocesan directo prepare spiritually. tors, departments and staff The Year of Preparation are to provide the leaderGoals I have set are: ship in the organizational 1. Renew and become transition, thus giving an example of servant-leadaware of God’s visitation PLACIDO ership to all 62 parishes on the Diocese of Lub- BISHOP RODRIGUEZ in the diocese. The leaderbock, through the retirement and receiving of the appoint- ship at the diocesan level will elicit ing of a new bishop for the Diocese the cooperation of all other parish of Lubbock. It is a moment of grace organizations in the diocese. and renewal. 5. It is the hope that there be a 2. Every parish, every organiza- deepening of our Catholic Identity, tion, every group in the diocese is to that our roots be truly apostolic, and become an active participant in cel- that we grow in confidence in the ebrating the transition of retirement faith, that we will invite others to and installation of the new bishop. join us in the Joy of the Gospel, so 3. Everyone has the opportunity to that all Catholics may be around the

Eucharistic table. (eighty percent of our Catholics are absent from the altar). 6. This transition and preparation is intended to focus, not on me, who is retiring, but on the diocese, the most important local church, over any particular individual, including the bishop. The diocese is the object of this transition. I ask all Catholics in our diocese to join me making these goals a priority. I also ask all Catholics, and all non-Catholics, our brothers and sister in Christ, and all our nonChristian friends to pray with me in ecumenism. We have done so much together to serve the people in the Lubbock area, and I pray that continues. PLACIDO RODRIGUEZ,is the Bishop of the Lubbock Diocese. He was appointed June 1, 1994 by Pope John Paul II, to serve over the Lubbock Diocese, which has grown to 136,894 Catholics.

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CELEBRATION MAKE IT RIGHT I wanted to respond to a letter called "Celebration Gone Wrong" in last month's Latino Lubbock. I too agree that it is time for this group to step off so that new folks will want to step up. We appreciate their effort, but it is time for new leadership. We had planned to be a part of the parade, until they cancelled. I recall going to a parade in years back and it raining, but it didn't stop the parade. And to Mr. Rodriguez, I agree it is time to rest this tired committee with fresh leaders. The question is who do we call, when and where are the meetings held? Time to make it right. Johnny Cavazos

HISPANIC CHAMBER NEEDED Why doesn't Lubbock have a Hispanic chamber of commerce anymore? It is really surprising to be in a city the size of Lubbock with so VOTING REMINDERS many Hispanic businesses and no HISPANIC Thank you for reminding your Face Book LED CHAMBER. Cities all around like Amapage followers to vote. The consistent mes- rillo, Midland, Odessa, and Abilene have a sages prompted me and my husband to get Hispanic chamber. We had heard that one out and vote. was being developed do you know who to contact? Thanks again, Gina Gonzales Respectfully, Luis Torres GREAT INFO & TIPS Wanted t o thank you for directing us to the CONGRATULATIONS GED program. I have started and this time I'm going to finish. Thanks for the great info Congratulations on the Jose Marti awards! Well deserved, and finally the nation can see and tips. what we already knew. Sincerely, Janie & Ruben M. Lopez

LAS MASCARAS Loved the October cover. Each mask was very significant, and each cause is significant to my own life. My madrecita was abused by my dad for years. He finally left after she battled breast cancer. After she died, I remember that her picture was in your paper during Día de los Muertos and it made me feel happy to see that her life and that of others was being celebrated. It was a creative cover. Thanks for all you and your staff do for our community, and Hispanics at large! Keep up the great work! Joe Hernandez

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Veteran's Affairs/ Asuntos de los Veteranos

Scars Serve as Badge of Honor for Veteran Guadalupe Aguilera

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

or a boy that had many disapF pointments, Guadalupe “Lupillo” Aguilera never gave up, and never

quit. From the beginning of his childhood he realized that discouragement would have to be his personal encouragement. He was raised by a single parent, his father Luis Aguilera. His mother had left them when he was a small child. He attended Guadalupe Elementary, where he said he learned nothing because he sat in the corner each day, for four years. A teacher at the time, punished him for a fight that occurred between her father and his. Under the same teacher for four years, he repeated the 2nd grade

twice, as well as the 3rd grade twice. The injustice went unnoticed until one day the principal found out, and fired her. For Lupillo, he felt hopeless, and built up much resentment and anger towards teachers and the school system. “For me, it was too late,” he said explaining that he didn’t know how to read and write. As a result, when he finally made it to Thompson Jr. High he dropped out in the 7th grade, and started working at the Dr. Pepper bottling company loading and unloading the trucks. A few years later, he received a draft letter in 1967. Soon a letter requiring him to get a physical came in, and, on April 23, 1968 Lupillo was drafted into the Marine Corps. He was 19, and soon turned 20 when he was in boot camp. He said it one of the most roughest time, as once again, he was mistreated by one of his superiors. Sgt Nelson, knew of his illiteracy and wanted him to fail. He constantly singled him out, and verbally abused him using profanity and negativity towards him. “I decided I was not going to let his mistreatment get in my way,” he said. He was blessed to have one of his peers, Halfmann, tutor him, and as a result, passed the tests. Nelson continued to make his life a living hell, and made each task diffi-

cult for him. “He picked on me every second I was in his presence…he used me as his example and always cussed at me, saying two words that made me hate him.” One day during a “Hike to the Range” run, and all-day hike in full pack, Nelson had put two sandbags in his backpack. Unknowingly, the tenacious soldier ran to the end. Several of the men that had fallen back. Nelson ordered Lupillo to bring them all back – even if he had to do it one by one. He did as he was ordered. Because of what he did they became #1 platoon. “They didn’t want no one to fall back, so I had to go get them. I’d hike go get them, and then bring them back. At the end of the run I was soaking wet with sweat,” he said. He remembered that after he had retrieved everyone he slowly got into formation, he was excessively exhausted, and then went into convulsions due to a heat stroke. Sgt. Hernandez, another Drill Instructor upon tending to him, discovered the sandbags, and that Nelson had placed them there. He had finally completed boot camp. He graduated PFC, earning his first stripe, and then going on to Camp Pendleton to machine gun school. In July 1968, he broke the record of the machine gun school that had never been broken since 1945. He was supposed to be promoted to Lance Corporal and never was. His records were lost. Lupillo went to Camp Pendlton. When he got there they told him he would be deployed to Vietnam. Upon dropping him off, he was issued his weapons, rifle grenades, smoke bombs and sent to Hill 181 South. That was the DMZ the Demilitarized © 2014 LCDP Zone, where they divided North Vietnam and South Vietnam. And that is where he woke up to the reality of war where 29 men got wounded, 19 were killed. They then sent him to the other side of Laos the Houchimen Trail, where he was put up for 30 days. Their company Echo Company 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He was with the 5th Division Echo 2-5. As they crossed that river into Laos the Vietcong started shooting bullets into their chopper. “It looked like

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VETERAN'S RECEPTION FREE reception Honoring Veterans from various military branches, sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine and Standard Sales, will be they dropped us in the middle of an held Monday, November 11, 2014, from 6 to ant bed,” he recalled. 8:30 p.m. At Budweiser Standard Sales, 408 “They would send us through the E. Hunter Street. Please RSVP, or for more jungle that was so thick you couldn’t info call (806)792-1212.

see. Then one day six of us got lost.” He along with Millie, Larson, Alvarado, Anderson, and Heat Run walked a ¼ mile in the jungle. Millie was a point man and couldn’t get them back. “It was a scary moment. Thank God we never got hit,” and fortunately, they made it back. Soon the day came when they had to climb a hill and kill Vietcong. He remembered that they took over the hill. As he reflected on his experience he remembered the day he got hit. He and Alvarado were walking to the village, about 300 feet in, when he heard a voice that said, “Aguilera mira parriba (look up)!” The voice was right in front of him, but he couldn’t see anyone in front. He believes it was God warning him. As he followed instruction to the voice, he saw 250 “pom poms”, airstrike, he never took his eyes of the two bombs. He could feel the pressure in his face. When he got out of danger, something made him stop. Anderson got behind and screamed at him to run. Lupillo knew the other jet was about to come, so they both ran. As soon as he hit the ground, fire engulfed him. “I ran and had 17 rounds, an MC 16 rifle, 100 rounds for the 45, and 4 grenades. I had to get all the ammunition off.” Lupillo saw Alvarado and ran to him and picked up the M16 machine gun. They ran to the edge of the village. When he realized what was happening he saw that the skin on his arm was at the tip of his fingers, his whole body was all burned. He looked at Alvarado and told him, “They got me Alvarado, they got me.” He continued repeating, “They got me…they got Continued on p. 8

VETERAN’S DAY, at the Trejo Senior Center November 11, Tuesday, 1 pm, Free. RED, WHITE & YOU JOB FAIR Join the Texas Workforce Commission, Workforce Solutions South Plains, and our partners for the statewide Hiring Red, White & You! job fair. A job fair seeking military experienced professionals. 10 am-3 pm, 11/13, Exhibit Hall-Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. Free. HONORING OUR SOLDIERS VETERANS DAY WORKSHOP On November 8, 2014 the Silent Wings Museum will host a workshop for all ages. The workshop cost $7. Pre-registration is required by November 4, 2014 at 5 p.m. To register for the workshop call (806) 775-3049. ST. JOSEPH'S VETERANS MASS will be Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 9 a.m., at 102 N. Ave. P. The mass will be dedicated in their honor, and a breakfast for veterans will be provided. Veterans are asked to register by calling the church office at 765-9935. OUR LADY OF GRACE VETERANS MASS will be Sunday, November 9th at the 9 a.m. service. After the mass breakfast will be provided to veterans. VETERAN'S DAY SERVICES Catholic War Veterans (CWV) Post 1942 and the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, Fifth District, invite you to attend their annual Veteran's Day services at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, at the Lubbock Area Veterans War Memorial, Henry Huneke Park, 82nd, & Nashville, Lubbock. In case of inclement weather, go to: George S. Berry American Legion Post 575, 6628 W 66th Street, Lubbock. (In case of inclement weather, service will be moved to Christ the King). SILENT WINGS ON VETERANS DAY Come to the Silent Wings Museum to commemorate Veterans Day 2014. All visitors will be welcomed with free admission to the museum and activities throughout the day. All ages 1-5 PM, Nov. 11, 2014. Free.

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Politics/política

For Texas Latinos, Voting Rights is Voter Education

BY REBECCA AGUILAR, NEWSTACO

uadalupe Ruiz walked into a G voting precinct in the south Dallas Oak Cliff section to cast her

Gy Sgt. Don J. Hernandez Awarded Purple Heart

n 14 Oct 2014, Gunnery SerO geant Don J Hernandez stationed at 8th and I Marine Barracks,

Washington DC was awarded the Purple Heart from injuries he sustained in Saudi Arabia. On November 9th 2003, stationed in Riyadh Saudi Arabia, on Marine Security Guard duty, a terrorist VBIED was detonated near housing compound largely occupied by Westerners. This compound was frequented by the Marine Security Guards during their recreation time as a gymnasium was located on the compound. GySgt Hernandez, then a Sgt, was in the gymnasium at the time. GySgt Hernandez was

injured by this shrapnel to both knees and right hand. This coordinated attack was claimed by Al Qaeda and was completely recorded in the media. (See the CNN coverage: http://www. cnn.com/2003/US/11/08/saudi.explosion/.) GySgt Hernandez is married to Rebekah and they have two children, Lilliana and Jonathan. They were all in attendance for the Ceremony along with his parents Lupe and Gloria Torrez. Latino Lubbock salutes our service men and women, and especially GySgt Hernandez!

ballot on the first day of early voting in Texas. This was a big day for the 60-year-old because she had never voted in her life. “I feel something inside and today I got it all out. For other people I want them to vote. I don’t want them to be like me if they don’t know how to vote” says Ruiz. While Republicans and Democrats continue their legal battle on the Texas’ voter ID law that was struck down by a federal judge in October, Ruiz has joined 40,000 volunteers with the Texas Organizing Project (TOP) to get Latino registered voters out to the polls. Ruiz believes there are many Latinos like her in Texas, who don’t know how to vote or have any knowledge about their voter rights. Civil rights leader, Dolores Huerta joined Texas TOP volunteers on the first day of early voting in Dallas. She says Hispanic voters in the Lone Star state still don’t understand that their vote does count. “They don’t realize the power they got, and their power today is at the ballot box.”

A 2014 study by Latino Decisions, a political research center, revealed there were 3.8 million eligible Texas Hispanic voters in the 2012 elections but 61% did not vote. The study also revealed only 25% of eligible Hispanic voters were contacted by campaigns and community groups. The personal touch may be the key in getting registered Latino voters to cast their ballot. In San Antonio, Silvia Alcaraz volunteers for block walks, phone banks, and social media campaigns. Alcaraz is a precinct chair and voter registrar. Her goal is to make sure eligible Hispanic voters know the candidates and issues in the midterm elections. “Deputy precinct chairs and precinct chairs have been armed with candidates picture cards with names and descriptions of issues and position running for in the November elections.” Alcaraz who was born in Mexico became an American citizen three years ago and voted for the first time in 2012. She often shares her story

with Hispanic voters in her attempts to get them excited about their vote. “Yes, I stress the fact that so many efforts from many people have gone into providing the right to vote for all the citizens alike.” Joaquin Guerra, TOP’s Political Director says it’s important to continue educating Hispanic voters even after the elections are over. “We have a culture of being excluded, in order to overcome that culture we have knock on people’s doors, and build relationships one on one, not about politicians, but what’s important to them.” Guadalupe Ruiz feels empowered now that she’s voted. She hopes her vote in the 2014 midterm elections will help protect the Texas Dream Act and the expansion of Medicaid benefits. She says she’s never had health insurance. Ruiz is block walking and calling Latino eligible voters to do their part “What I want to tell them is go to vote, vote counts for everybody, if you don’t go vote you don’t get nothing.”

(Continued) Scars serve as badge of honor me. Don’t let them do this to me, to you.” into convulsion…if you As he laid on a poncho, a medevac took him. He believe in God, you believe said he never felt the pain, until they dropped him in miracles,” she said to in a jeep to take him to be treated. Soon he felt the him amazed. pain. They started putting a white cream on his They continued to tell arms, took his boots off, and put it on the bottom him that he had died, and of his feet. As they treated him, he told them to had been gone – dead, for take him back he didn’t want to die there. A priest three days. They showed prayed, but in pain Lupillo continued to cuss. A him a clip board that had a nurse put in a syringe, and after that he felt no picture with his death cerpain, and he went out. tificate. When he woke up he had bandages from his They medivacked him head to his toes. He could barely see through an back to Ft. Sam Houston opening in the bandages. He recalled thinking of in San Antonio, TX to an Army hospital named his vow never to be a prisoner of war. He heard Brook General Hospital. Once again the pain was two men talking and asking one another if he was back. He was tired, so he asked God to let him dead – referring to him. die...he gave up. Once they confirmed he was alive they flew “It was one of the most stupid things that I’ve him to Okinawa Japan to the place nicknamed, ever done in my life.” “the black hole, or the last stop.” Many that had Once again, he started going into a deep sleep, been there had died. “The kind you don’t come back from... I could see The pain continued as they took tweezers and a N Viet Cong coming at me, but God works in peeled skin. The place was full, but then there mysterious ways,” he said. was only him and another. He realized that the Just about when he was about to confront the man had died. He knew that it was his destiny, N. Vietcong he felt a hand that woke him – it was and then he decided to his sister, Mary Valdez. They leave things in God’s CASH YOUR PAYROLL talked for 30 minutes. When the hands. doctor returned he told him he CHECK AT A day or so later, he was looking great and miracuwent into convulsion. He lously on the road to recovery. couldn’t’ talk, he couldn’t Aguilera was told that he hear, barely see. But then would receive a Purple Heart, everything got blurry and and to date he has not received dark. It got quiet. it, or any of his medals, explainSuddenly he saw a light, ing that the reason was that they Money Orders • Western Union • Texas Lottery and he recalled when couldn’t find his records. Snacks • Hot Food • Cold Drinks he woke saying, “Hey “You serve your country…I where’s my breakfast.," put my life up for my country. NEW LOCATION startling a nurse as he holAnd still I have never received lered. what I earned,” he questioned 2117 50th St. (50th & U) A Mexican nurse apas he begin tearing, showing his proached him and told scars - the only symbols of his (806)747-8033 him, “You died. You went service.

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Arredondo to be inducted into BGC Alumni Hall Of Fame

erald Arr e d ond o is among the Lubbock Boys & Girls Club 9th Annual Alumni Hall of Fame inductees, and will be honored at a luncheon on Friday, November 7th , beginning at 11:45 a.m. at the Lubbock Country Club. “They have been good to me,” said Arredondo who attended the John

Wilson Club, as well as served on the board of directors. Among the time and service, Arredondo has contributed hundreds of books from Scholastic Book Fairs Warehouse, where he is employed. He has served as an example to youth of the high ideals and the long standing commitment to excellence represented by the Lubbock Boys & Girls Clubs by also encouraging literacy and fitness. Tickets are $25 for individuals and $400 corporate tables of 8 seats. For more info contact the Administrative Office at 792-2880. Congrats from Latino Lubbock!

Gino Esqueda Retires after 38 Years in Retail Sales

ino Esqueda has retired from Dillard’s Department Store. He was a Salesperson for 38 years. In 1976, he began his sales career at Hemphill Wells in the South Plains Mall. Later, it was purchased by Dillard’s Department Store and he continued on in 1986 in the suits, and later transferred to the Polo department. Esqueda said he plans to travel,

golf, kayak, and catch up with family before taking on a new opportunity assisting with marketing at 50th Street Caboose. Blessings from Latino

Happy Thanksgiving Day Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias T h u rsd a y, N o v. 27 , 2 0 1 4

In 1621 the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast which is now known as the first Thanksgiving. While cooking methods and table etiquette have changed as the holiday has evolved, the meal is still consumed today with the same spirit of celebration and overindulgence.

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Business/Opportunity Updates STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS WORKSHOP SERIES Nov. 4, 2014 New Business Startup: This is an observation only workshop in a four-part series covering the following topics:*Start a Business *The Business Plan *Management *Financing *Marketing *Organizational Structures. $49 per person. From 6pm – 9pm each night on November 4, 6, 11 & 13, at the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. Call Elaine @ 745-1637 to register. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & COMPUTER LAW FOR BUSINESSES Nov. 17, 2014 – sponsored by the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. What businesses need to know about Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Cyberspace. Presented by Chris Stewart, JD of Burdett, Morgan, Williamson & Boykin, LLP. This workshop is for those individuals and business owners who are interested in protecting their intellectual property, such as website, name, brochure, logo, etc. To be held at the SBDC , 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. on November 17 from 6pm – 8pm. $25 per person. Registration deadline is noon, Nov.11. GETTING STARTED WITH BOOKKEEPING SOFTWARE WORKSHOP– Nov. 19, 2014 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. We will also cover basic accounting concepts that are necessary to understand bookkeeping. This is all day event, lunch will be provided. There is a fee of $79 per person. To be held from 9 am to 4 pm, at the TTU Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289, suite 114, Lubbock. Call Elaine @ 806-745-1637 to register. The deadline is Monday, Nov. 17. No refunds after the registration deadline. 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 strict confidence. Counseling sessions can be arranged by calling the SBDC at (806) 745-1637.

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New IRS Rulings on Limited Liability Companies or LLC’s

years partners in limited liSmall Business to Saturday Forability companies or LLCS were elp make a lasting impact in in corporations, Hispanics create not liable for self-employment taxes Hthe place you call home on their own path to wealth through on their distributive shares of the Small Business Saturday®. Found- entrepreneurship – this is an Ameried by American Express in 2010, it's a day to celebrate the local businesses that make your neighborhood great — and anyone can join in, from business owners to shoppers to government officials. This year, the big day is Nov 29. No matter who you are, be a part of it. Small businesses play a vital role in sustaining the U.S. economy, and Lubbock’s economy as well. And please don't forget your Hispanic-owned businesses. Although much deserved attention is paid to the dramatic growth of U.S. Hispanic consumers, Hispanic businesses also have become a strategic growth opportunity within the U.S. economy. It is everyone’s business to support the prosperity of Hispanic businesses because the multiplier effect of their growth will need to fuel more American jobs and income in the years to come. In the face of difficult circumstances gaining employment

can value that Hispanics embrace wholeheartedly. Hispanic businesses are growing at more than twice the rate of all U.S. firms. You will also see that Hispanic businesses contribute nearly $500 billion in revenue to the national economy – that number will continue to increase. And of course, Latino Lubbock Magazine proudly supports Hispanic small business owners and showcases their vibrant growth to the equally growing consumers - especially our 100,000 monthly readers. Latino Lubbock Magazine is a Hispanic and woman-owned business. In 2009, Christy Martinez-Garcia, Publisher/Owner of Latino Lubbock, was recognized by the U. S. Small Business Administration as Women Small Business Champion of the Year 2009. Call us for advertising at (806)7921212. As a reminder, Latino Lubbock Magazine accepts credit cards, including the American Express.

ried filing a joint return or $200,000 if single). This new rulings became effective since January 01, 2013. company’s income. Consult your tax advisor for addiThey actually saved 15.3% in self- tional and complete information. employment taxes. However, the new JAIME D. GARCIA has been the owner of IRS ruling makes this type of distri- Associated Business services since 1978. He bution taxable. earned a degree from Texas Tech. He specialin Accounting and Small Business consultFurthermore. an extra 0.9% is added izes ing. No located at 5906 Villa Drive, A. Or, call to taxpayers with self-employment (806) 744-1984 for more information. income in excess of $250,000 (if mar-

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around to provide assistance relat- returns. For other information ining to issues involving controversies cluding eligibility or to schedule an appointment please contact: Nancy Mojica, LITC Community Outreach 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt Coordinator, Texas Tech University School of Law Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic at (806) 834-7972 or (800) 420-8037, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Wellness/ bienestar

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Flu can cause mild to severe illness, and complications can lead to death.

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People most at risk of getting Ebola are • Healthcare providers taking care of Ebola patients. • Friends and family who have had unprotected direct contact with blood or body fluids of a person sick with Ebola.

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Signs and Symptoms of Ebola

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The signs and symptoms of Ebola can appear 2 to 21 days after exposure. The average time is 8 to 10 days. Symptoms of Ebola develop over several days and become progressively more severe.

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For more information about and when the next class begins, contact Yvonne at 806-765-2611, ext. 1009. 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 .

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4. Start a food journal and write EVERYTHING down you eat and drink. 5. Exercise at least three times a week- this can be 10-15 minutes of walking. 6. Don’t drink your calories, step away from sugar-sweetened beverages, such as sodas, juices and sweetened teas. 7. At holiday parties and gettogethers focus on the conversation not the food. 8. Eat slowly and wait 20 minutes before going for seconds. 9. Drink alcohol in moderation- that is one drink for women and two for men. 10. Try not to snack when cooking or in-between meals- these little bites can add up! Happy Holidays Everyone!

Noticias de salud/ Health News

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FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by the Lubbock Dream Center. Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7:00-8:00 P.M. For more info call 806-793.3336. General office hours are Mon. thru Thurs. from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. To schedule an appointment on Mondays (Catholic Center) 6-9 p.m., please call Michelle Davis at 806-7425050 ext. 450; or Jackie Bacha (at Saint John Neumann) 742-5050 ext. 442

Health/Salud

N ew Way s to B e a t D i a b e t e s

The latest treatments for ﬁghting the devastating disease

ver the past 30 years the number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has skyrocketed, from about 6 million in 1980 to almost 19 million today. As this problem spirals out of control, researchers are racing to find new treatments for this devastating disease. Recently, scientists at Newcastle University in England reported that a 600-calorie-a-day diet appeared to reverse type 2 diabetes in a small group of patients who had diabetes for less than four years. Seven patients out of 10 were still diabetesfree three months after they stopped the extreme eight-week diet, which consisted of meal-replacement drinks and three daily servings of starchy vegetables. On the surgical front, a weight-loss surgery known as a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass has proven surprisingly effective at reversing type 2 diabetes: 80 percent of patients undergo-

ing this surgery — which involves creating a pouch in the upper part of the stomach and attaching it farther down the small intestine — experience dramatic remission of their diabetes. These results are seen just days after surgery and before much weight loss occurs. Such findings have led to a surge of research attempting to understand how gastric bypass affects the regulation of blood sugar. While it's unclear exactly how this works, most theories focus on the previously underappreciated role of the small intestine and stomach as endocrine, or hormone-releasing, organs. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in particular seems to alter specific hormones that help regulate the body's response to sugar. Still, the last thing I would recommend is that people rely on extreme diets or radical stomach-rerouting surgeries to solve an often prevent-

able problem. If your fasting blood glucose level is above 100, the time to act is now. The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a large multicenter research study, has shown that overweight people with pre-diabetes can reduce their risk for diabetes by 58 percent if they lose just 5 to 7 percent of their body weight. Most important is getting 150 minutes of physical exercise each week: Physical exertion helps muscle cells better use glucose and can lead to weight loss, which can help ward off diabetes.

Los más recientes tratamientos para combatir esta devastadora enfermedad

mentado estrepitosamente, pasando de alrededor de 6 millones en 1980 a casi 19 millones en la actualidad. A medida que el problema se sale de control, los investigadores corren para encontrar nuevos tratamientos para esta devastadora enfermedad. Hace poco, científicos de Newcastle University, en Inglaterra, informaron que, al parecer, una dieta de 600 calorías diarias revirtió la diabetes tipo 2 en un pequeño grupo de pacientes que padecieron diabetes por menos de cuatro años. Siete de 10 pacientes seguían sin diabetes tres meses después de detener la intensa dieta de ocho semanas, que consistió en bebidas sustitutas de alimentos y tres porciones diarias de verduras ricas en almidón.

En el plano quirúrgico, una cirugía para perder peso conocida como desvío gástrico Roux-en-Y demostró ser sorprendentemente efectiva para revertir la diabetes tipo 2: el 80 % de los pacientes que se someten a esta cirugía —que consiste en crear una bolsa en la parte superior del estómago y conectarla directamente al intestino delgado— experimentan una drástica regresión de su diabetes. Estos resultados se ven apenas días después de la cirugía y antes de perder mucho peso. Estos hallazgos han generado una oleada de investigaciones para tratar de entender cómo es que el desvío gástrico afecta la regulación del azúcar en la sangre. Si bien no está claro cómo trabaja exactamente, la mayoría de las teorías se centran en el antiguamente menospreciado papel del intestino delgado y el estó-

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Nuevas maneras de vencer la diabetes

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mago como órganos endócrinos, o liberadores de hormonas. El desvío gástrico Roux-en-Y en particular parece alterar hormonas específicas que ayudan a regular la respuesta del organismo al azúcar. Aun así, lo último que recomendaría es que la gente confíe en dietas extremas o cirugías radicales de redireccionamiento del estómago para solucionar un problema que, a menudo, es evitable. Si su nivel de glucosa en sangre en ayunas está por encima de 100, el momento de actuar es ahora. El Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP, Programa de Prevención de la Diabetes), un gran estudio multicéntrico de investigación, mostró que la gente con sobrepeso que tiene prediabetes puede reducir en un 58 % el riesgo de desarrollar diabetes si pierde sólo del 5 al 7 % de su peso corporal. Lo más importante es lograr hacer 150 minutos de actividad física cada semana: El esfuerzo físico ayuda a las células de los músculos a usar mejor la glucosa, y puede llevar a perder peso, lo que a su vez mantiene la diabetes a raya.

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iabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin or is unable to use it effectively. When this occurs, several bodily organs can be affected and have an onset of complications such as eye disease, kidney disease, and peripheral vascular disease. Kidneys function well when the tiny filters inside of them keep blood proteins inside your body. High blood glucose and high blood pressure can damage the kidney filters causing them to stop filtering which allows proteins to leak out of the kidney into the urine. Once this happens, the damaged kidney can no longer filter out wastes and extra ﬂuids causing them to build up in your blood instead of exciting your body.

To avoid kidney complications caused by diabetes, maintain a healthy lifestyle by testing your blood sugar levels regularly, maintain a blood pressure no higher than 130/80, DR. VILLA manage a healthy eating diet, have your urine checked for albumin, avoid taking too much aspirin or acetaminophen, maintain physically active, control your weight, and take medications as prescribed.

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roblemas de la diabetes surgen cuando hay demasiada glucosa en la sangre o sea azúcar en la sangre. Cuando esto sucede, pueden dañar muchos órganos del cuerpo como los ojos, el corazón y los riñones. Los riñones no funcionan bien cuando los filtros dentro los riñones no mantienen a las proteínas dentro del cuerpo. Cuando los niveles altos de la azúcar en la sangre y la presión arterial están altos, pueden dañar estos filtros, dañando los riñones causando que no puedan limpiar adecuadamente los materiales de desecho y el exceso de líquido. Por lo tanto estos materiales se acumulan en la sangre en vez de salir del cuerpo por la orina. Para prevenir problemas de

los riñones causados por la diabetes y mantener sano a pesar de la diabetes, mantenga sus niveles de la azúcar en la sangre cerca de lo niveles deseados, mantenga su presión arterial menor de 130 sobre 80, siga el plan de comidas saludables, hágase el chequeo de los riñones con la prueba de al concentración urinaria de albúmina, y evite tomar analgésicos como aspirinas o acetaminofén. También diariamente realice actividad física durante 30 minutos, controle su peso y no falte de tomar su medicamentó indicado.

DR. RUBEN D. VILLA is a Kidney Disease Associates Clinical Assistant Professor for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

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Education/ Educación

Embrace Being Latina

Student Wins Essay Contest BY ERICA PAUDA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

hen Britton Gallardo submitW ted an essay for a contest to Latina Magazine in New York, she

HSF MEET MARIN: Members of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to Latino students, as well as related support services. HSF seeks to give students all the tools they need to apply to college, do well in their course work, graduate, enter a profession, excel, help lead our nation going forward, and mentor the generations to come.

OMEGA DELTA PHI BROTHERHOOD: Members and alumni held a fundraiser that will provide scholarships to three recipients. Since its inception in 1987, Omega Delta Phi has been an organization dedicated to the idea of constant growth and improvement for young men. This Brotherhood was founded in order to provide, to ANY man, a diverse fraternal experience which coincides with a higher education.

said she never expected to win. She said it was a contest called “Embrace Being a Latina”. She had to submit an essay, and send a picture on how she embraced that every day. Gallardo said one way she embraces being a Latina is by participating in dancing Ballet Folklorico. Along with three other Latinas, Gallardo said they received an allexpense paid trip to New York. They did a photo shoot, and did ads for Pantene and Cover Girl. She is a junior at Texas Tech University, majoring in sports management. She is from Austin, Texas, but was born in Lubbock. Gallardo said her next goal is to go into law school. She said she is taking advantage of

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were going there as well. Now however I see it was none of those reasons, I believe God was calling me toward this school to grow. College is filled with multiple temptations and it is very hard to resist them, when there is no one to tell you no or you can’t do that. College will test your faith but it will also give you the chance to strengthen it. Almost every night we have some kind of prayer activity, where we can hear other students share their past and open up about the future. There is a song I heard in worship that really stuck with me “Oceans” by Hillsong, it reminds me that despite our past God never stops loving us. The song is so inspirational that you stop worrying about what your past was, and start to see a new beginning.

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SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It probably is, as it lists thousands of scholarships. Fastweb allows you to identify favorites to work on, and it has direct links to the scholarship sites. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource. FLOYD HONEY WESTERNER SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship was established by the Senior Class of 1955 to pay tribute to former Lubbock High School principal, Floyd Honey. ELIGIBILITY: Lubbock High School Seniors SELECTION CRITERIA: Demonstration of the Westerner Spirit of friendship, loyalty and service. CONTACT: Counselor, Lubbock High School, 2004 19th Street. LION HEART SCHOLARSHIP This fund was established by Mr. Robert Snell to benefit outstanding graduating seniors of Trinity Christian High School who have been selected as recipients of the Lion Heart Award. ELIGIBILITY: Graduating Seniors of Trinity Christian High School SELECTION CRITERIA: Recipient of Trinity Christian High School Lion Heart Award. CONTACT: Principal, Trinity Christian HS, 7002 Canton. MONTEREY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1959 SCHOLARSHIP to benefit graduating seniors of Monterey High School who have achieved graduation in spite of severe circumstances in their lives. ELIGIBILITY: Graduating Seniors of Monterey High School (Lubbock) SELECTION CRITERIA: Desire to graduate. Obstacles and difficulties overcome in reaching graduation. Academic performance CONTACT: Counselor, Monterey HS, 3211 47th Street. LUBBOCK HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP This fund was established by the Lubbock High School Alumni Association it will benefit graduating seniors of LHS who will be attending an accredited college or university in the Texas Panhandle- Plains area. ELIGIBILITY: Graduating Seniors of Lubbock High School Recipients must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA, call for more details. CONTACT: Counselor, Lubbock High School, 2004 19th Street.

ADVANTAGE MEDICAL STAFFING NURSING SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship was established by Advantage Medical Staffing for the benefit of students who are pursuing a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing. CONTACT: Lubbock Ayrial Hiracheta- attends Wayland Baptist Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, University, majoring in English, with a mo- TX 79423; Phone (806) 762-8061). nior in Journalism. She also swims for the collegial swimming team. LUBBOCK ART ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP the Lubbock Art Association Scholarship Fund awards are made to talented young artists so they may continue their art education at the post-secondary level.ELIGIBILITY: Lubbock County seniors who plan to pursue art education at the postsecondary level. CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation or any Lubbock County high school art teacher or counselor.

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WOMAN-TO-WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship fund was established to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation. ELIGIBILITY: South Plains resident who will be attending a South Plains school. CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, TX 79423; Phone (806) 762-8061)

Youth Opportunities POISON PREVENTION POSTER CONTEST National Poison Prevention Week is March 15-21, 2015 and the Texas Poison Center Network is again sponsoring the poster contest! Each entry will compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes. The winning poster will advance to our state contest to compete for the grand prize. Winning posters will be sent to Washington, D.C. for consideration as the National Poison Prevention Week Poster for next year. For more information on how your child can enter, call Ronica Farrar at the Poison Center, at 806-414-9406, or by email at ronica.farrar@ttuhsc.edu 1ST WESTERN ART CONTEST The National Ranching Heritage Center and the Lubbock County Junior Livestock Show Association will be hosting the 1st Western Art Contest. The theme and subject of the contest is Western Art. Any student interested should fill out the Entry Form/Participation Agreement and submit it along with their work to the National Ranching Heritage Center by Friday, December 5, 2014 before 5 p.m. to be eligible. For more information regarding the contest, contact Julie Hodges at julie.hodges@ttu.edu or Scott White at scott.white@ttu.edu. AT THE SCENE OF THE CRIME, November 8, 10 am-12 pm, Ages 6-12, $15, Hodges Community Center. PRETTY PRINCESSES, November 22, Saturday, 10 am-12 pm, Ages 3-5, $15, Hodges Community Center. AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM, November, Monday-Friday, 3:30 pm, $10 weekly, Ages 6-12, LISD will provide transportation from Alderson and Ervin Elementary to Simmons. Children will have the opportunity to do homework, work on arts & crafts, play games and more. Snack provided by Kids Café. Pre-Registration required. Simmons Community Center. TEEN CHALLENGE Show off your game room skills in a game of foosball, checkers, dominos, and billiards. Thursdays at 6 PM, at RAWLINGS $1 Weekly. KIDS CAFÉ Children can enjoy a hot nutritious meal. Sponsored by South Plains Food Bank. Ages 18 and younger, 3:30 PM M-F RAWLINGS Free. YOGA is easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating! Bring a mat if you have one! Ages Teen-Adult, 5:30 p.m., weekly on Thursdays at Trejo, 3200 Amherst. Free. ZUMBA classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Ages Teen-Adult (1 hr, weekly) 6:40 PM Th TREJO Free Weekly Lee OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit! Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free. TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities offers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old

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National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars Announced

ine Lubbock ISD students N were recently selected for recognition in the 2015 National

Hispanic Recognition Program (NHRP) for their performance on the 2013 PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and their grade point average (GPA). Each year, the NHRP identifies nearly 5,000 of the highest-scoring students (from a nationwide total of more than 250,000 juniors) in the United States and U.S. Territories who take the PSAT/NMSQT and who designate themselves as at least one-quarter Hispanic/Latino. The NHRP Hispanic Scholars from Coronado are Ciara Alfaro, Garret Fernandez and Raymond Hernandez. The NHRP Hispanic Scholars from Lubbock High School are: Carter Airhart, Jose Arroyo, Florylene Capulong, Anthony J. Garza, Dominique Mata and Stefan Wood.

CAVAZOS ROBOTICS TEAM: For the second consecutive year, a robotics team from Cavazos Middle School, coached by science teacher Margo Knobloch and technology education teacher Hollis Durham, is advancing to the state level in the West Texas Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology (BEST) Robotics Competition. The Cavazos team is the only team from Lubbock ISD advancing to state. The qualifying competition was Saturday, October 25. Knobloch said, “As a team, I couldn’t be happier, but it’s not over. We improved our engineering notebook from last year and now it’s time to improve at the next level.” In addition to finishing third overall in the floor competition or “the game” as it is frequently described, the Cavazos team won the BEST Middle School Award. The award represents the highest combined score from the floor competition and the team’s engineering notebook where the team’s robot construction plans and game strategies are documented. The state competition will be at the Curtis Culwell Center, in Garland, Texas, November 14-15.

The NHRP was initiated in 1983 to identify outstanding Hispanic/ Latino high school students and to share information with interested colleges and universities. In order to be eligible, students must be at least one-quarter Hispanic/Latino as defined by the program guidelines, meet the minimum PSAT/ NMSQT cutoff score for Texas and achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0. The NHRP guidelines define Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic category and not a racial category. Students may be of any race. For the purposes of NHRP, students must be from a family whose ancestors came from at least one of the following countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Hon- EHS JR ROTC VOLUNTEERS: Members of the Estacado High School Jr. ROTC duras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Pana- volunteered at the South Plains Honor Flight farewell dinner. Their time was appreciated ma, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, by WWII veterans. Spain, Uruguay or Venezuela.

College Readiness Workshop to be held by HSF he HispanT ic Scholarship Fund

(HSF) will be hosting a two hour college readiness workshop for high school students and their families. Representatives from Undergraduate Admissions and Student Financial Aid & Scholarships will be in attendance

to inform students and families about the admissions process and a variety of financial assistance options. HSF members will also host a student and parent panel. The workshop will take place November 8th, Saturday. Registration starts at 9:30am. Event is from 10 am-12 pm, at English/Philosophy Building Room 105 on the TTU campus. For more information email hispanicscholarshipfund@ LHS JR ROTC: Members of LHS Jr ROTC attended the "Honoring Heroes- That's What Freedom Costs" dinner that honored New Mexico's own Medal of Honor Recipient, ttu.edu or call 806-742-8681. Master Sergeant Leroy Petry. It was an inspiring event for the students.

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"HERE'S TO OUR HEROES" Honoring Those Who Served - Veteran's Day Nov. 11, 2014

Manuel Castro Korean War

Andy Garcia Marine Corps

Juan E. Castro Korean War

Nieves Martinez WW II Purple Heart

Jose Angel Lujan Navy Vietnam.

Eliseo Solis Vietnam

Frank Gutierrez Army Vietnam

Bobby Castro Vietnam

Purple Heart.

Phillip Garcia Desert Storm Army

Ralph Garza Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Ben Salinas Army WW II

Floyd Salinas Marine Corps

Ruben Garcia Army Reserves

Lee Deanda Army Vietnam

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Jesse Rangel Marine Corps Vietnam

Persian Gulf

Tommy Gonzalez Army Reserves Persian Gulf War

Johnny Carmona Army WW II

Blas Mojica Seven Tours Vietnam

Alfredo Salazar. Vietnam

Francisco G. Chavez WW II

Pete Garza Army

Ernesto F. Barton US Air Force WW II

Augustin Anaya P.F.C. Army

Augustin Medina Sr.

L N Gonzalez Army Vietnam

Elex Trevino Army

Guadalupe M. Ojeda Army

Danny Fernandez Vietnam

Robert Narvaiz Marines

Mauricio “Sonny” Reyes Jr.

Mauricio “Little Sonny” Reyes III

Edward Conde Air Force

Martin Alonzo Vietnam

Master SGT Eric De La Rosa Sr. Tour 1983-2007

Danny Castro Marine Corps

Joe Castillo Army

Virginia Caballero Army Purple Heart

George Reyes Army Korean War

Paul Hernandez US Air FWW II

Christopher Paul Vidaurre Iraq & Afghan

Daniel Flores National Guard

Martin V. Rodriguez Army Vietnam

Robert Reyes Navy

Benito Reyes Navy Korean War

Jeremy Sedeno David Montalvo ARMY USMC Operation Noble, Persian Gulf War Eagle Operation, Iraqi

Paul Gonzales Army Vietnam

Jose R. Galaviz. Marine Corp Vietnam

Eric Salinas Marine Corps

Gilbert Garcia

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Susana Rodriquez Raul David Martinez ARMY Army Saudi Desert Operation Iraq Shield/Storm

Lorenzo Ramirez National Guard Operation Iraqi Freedom

Urbina SFC Vietnam War Operation Iraqi Freedom

Mando Salgado U.S. Marine

Frank Rodriguez Basic Training-Navy

Mike Castro Army

Juan Perez Army Vietnam

Marco Martinez Marines/Army

U.S. Marines

Hilario D. Contreraz, US Army

Amelia Hernandez Army

Jeremy Garza US Army Korean War

Jesus Ramos Army Veteran

Jay Castilleja Marine Corps

Amado Balderas Jr. Samuel H. Longoria Teresa Moreno USMC Air Force Dallas Served in Desert Storm Operation Irai Freedom Operation DesertOperation Endurance Freedom Airforce Shield

Johnny Ramirez Army Desert Storm

John Ramos Army Vietnam

Juan J. Ramirez Army

Juan Yanez Navy

Sgt. Paul Gutierrez Marine Corps

Gilbert Gloria Army-Combat Medic

Christopher L. Perez, US Army 25th Infantry Desert Storm

Gabino Valdez Marine Afghanistan

Mauricio Trejo Army

Pete Pina Army Vietnam

Olga Solis & Fidel Conde Both Air Force Married

U.S. Marines

Jesse Hernandez Army

Jimmy Suarez Marine Corps

Jesus Ybarra Army WW II

Robert Lee Bustillos Marines

Ruben Flores Army Vietnam

Jesus Ybarra WWII

Miguel E. Barrientos

D'Angelo Valderaz Navy

RET SFC Joel Chavez

PFC Jeremy M. Chavez

PVT Raymond Campos

Danny Lara Army

Jose Lucero WWII

Sabas Realme Purple Heart

Marcy S. Ramirez Army

Rufus Martinez Army

SGT Joe Louis Rios U.S. Army

SGT. Joshua L. Rios U.S. Marine

Joe Davila

Fred Lara Army

David Montalvo U.S. Marinez

Georgia Lucero U.S. Marines

Jeffery Saenz Army

Bobby Lugo U.S. Marines

Anthony Villareal U.S. Marine

Gregory Arriaga Army

Victor Hernandez Army Desert Storm

Pedro S. Rivera US Navy

Joe D. Contreraz Army

J L Castro Navy WW II

Edward Acosta Army

Kip Dallas Aurforce

Luis T. Ramos Army

Luis Salas Jr. Army

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Gabriel Pete Arredondo Joshua Rios Marines US Operation Desert Operation Iraqi Storm Persian Gulf Freedom 3

Higinio R. Martinez

Benjamin Flores Navy

Ysidro R. (Lolo) Castilleja Army - WW II

Jose Carlos Martinez Marine Corps

Roberto Castilleja Army

Ricardo Castilleja Dessert Storm

Eddie Acosta Jr. Army

Jacob Saenz Army

Eric De La Rosa Jr. Marines

Eric De La Rosa Sr. Marines

Mark Antonio Trevino Army

Mark Millares U.S. Marines

Matthew Rodriguez Army

Hector Martinez Desert Storm

Jesus Castilleja Army Vietnam

Jesse Vega Army

Frank Dimas Army

Homero Perez Army

Irene S. Trevino Army

Omar Hernandez Army

Gilbert Robles Army - Vietnam Bronze Star

Monica DeLeon Army

Jesse Contreraz Army Paratrooper

Alysia Lopez Air Force

Jose Juan Villareal Army

Isidro Salas Army

Michael Vasquez Army

Guadalupe Aguilera U.S. Marines

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Anniversary Rufus & Julia Carrillo, 55th as of November 21, 1959

Anniversary Rufus & Griselda Martinez 53rd as of Nov. 25, 1961

Anniversary Simon and Ofelia Cardenas 51st as of November 10, 1963

Anniversary Fernando and Suzy Salas, 50th as of November 28, 1964

Anniversary Martin and Mary Rivera, 38th as of Nov. 19th

Anniversary Raymond & Gloria Armenta, 32nd as of Nov. 6th

Anniversary Kip Sr. & Teresa M. Dallas, 30th as of Nov. 10, 1984

Anniversary Raul & Esther Salazar, 9th as of November 5th

Anniversary Roy and Janie Esquivel, 51st as of November 30, 1963

ADVOCATES OF LEGAL SERVICES – The Most Reverend Bishop Placido Rodriguez welcomed Most Reverend Thomas John Paprocki, bishop, lawyer, author, marathon runner and advocate for legal services for the poor, who served as keynote speaker at the 14th Annual Judicial Red Mass for the Diocese of Lubbock on October 6, marking the official opening of the judicial year.

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Anniversary photos may be mailed or delivered by the 21st of each WELCOME JOHN QUIÑONES – Student volunteers from Mentor Tech posed with ABC News correspondent, and current host of Primetime: What Would You Do? John month, along Quiñones who was they keynote speaker at the annual Diversity dinner. with payment. The fee is $25. Please submit photo, name, number of years, and wedding date. Call (806)792-1212 for more info, come by our office at 2207 H

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Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings THANKSGIVING POT LUCK, November 18, Tuesday, 5 pm, Ages 50+ Free, Join us as we celebrate Thanksgiving with all the trimmings. A time to gather and have fun with friends. Sign up to bring your favorite dish. Lubbock Senior Center. THANKSGIVING COVERED DISH DINNER, November 21, Friday, 5 pm, Ages 50+ Free! Rawlings Community Center.

Non-profit aims to increase affordable housing n e w but sometimes they just need a helpA p r o - ing hand," said Steve Rogers, CEO gram in of HOPE Community of Shalom. Lubbock is aiming to make more af ford able housing

available in the city. Heart of Lubbock Housing is SENIOR THANKSGIVING POT- seeking donations to purchase runLUCK DINNER & DANCE, November down houses, refurbish them and 21, Friday, 6-9 pm, $3, Ages 50+ Trejo Senior rent them out. The program, run Center. by HOPE Community of Shalom, UTILITY ASSISTANCE is intended to is targeting people who may otherassist with energy usage and priority is given wise not be able to qualify for good to elderly individuals who are 60 years of age quality housing because of bad or older; a home with a child age five (5) or credit or a criminal history. younger; or a disabled household which is de"People try and people work hard, fined 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. This component is operated by City of Lubbock Community Development call 775-2296 to see if you qualify. 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

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"We're not going to be subsidizing the rental rates. It's going to be fair market value. So it's not a handout, it's an opportunity for somebody to build a better life." Heart of Lubbock Housing is asking for donations to help buy its first house. They're also looking for volunteers to help remodel. For more information on how to help out, visit hopeshalom.org or send an email to hol.housing@ gmail.com. Donations can be sent to Heart of Lubbock Housing, 2005 Ave. T, Lubbock, TX 79411.

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Early Learning Centers Enrolling Infants to Children

he Early Learning Centers T of Lubbock are currently enrolling children from infancy to

Pre-K. ELC provides high quality childcare for children all ages with fees are based on income. Breakfasts, lunches and snacks are provided at no additional cost to parents through the USDA Child Care Food Program. The Early Learning Centers are loc¬ated in 5 locations in north and east Lubbock, and all centers are rated Four Stars by the Texas Rising Star quality program. The Early Learning Centers partners with the Lubbock Independent School District to offer a literacy and language development program in the centers for all ages. As

a Texas Literacy Initiative partner, ELC focuses on the many skills necessary for children to succeed when they go to kindergarten. As part of this program, families may attend special literacy events and receive free books for their homes. As a United Way agency, the Early Learning Centers cooperates with Child Care Services, the CH Foundation, private donors and the Lubbock Area Foundation to offer childcare at a reduced fees to parents. For more information, please call Jackie Rutherford at 7659981.

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• Si no hace ejercicio actualmente, hable con su médico para que éste lo autorice. • Para evitar su actividad poco a poco hasta enfriarse y descansar. • Empiece con caminatas cortas. Para llegar a obtener beneficios de salud que resulten significativos, trabaje hasta lograr caminar durante 30 minutos, cinco veces por semana. • Camine en un ambiente seguro y bien iluminado. • Camine acompañado o únase a un grupo de caminantes. • Tome abundante agua antes de salir a caminar o llévela consigo. • Mida la distancia de su caminata con un podómetro económico. Para obtener resultados óptimos, trate de caminar alrededor de 10 mil pasos diarios.

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At 82, Legendary Fashion Designer Oscar de la Renta Dies

egendary fashion designer OsL car de la Renta, whose intricate and over-the-top gowns were

for years a fixture of the social and political establishment, died on Monday. He was 82. De la Renta died surrounded by family, friends and "more than a few dogs," according to a handwritten statement signed by his stepdaughter Eliza Reed Bolen and her husband, Alex Bolen and given to The Associated Press. The NUNCA OLVIDARE PERFORMED – "Nunca Olvidare" a play written by TTU stu- statement did not specify a cause of dent Evangelina Jimenez was performed for the community and students last month. The death. cast included J.L Rodriguez, Grandfather; Jordan Hammack, Hope; Rosalinda Jimenez, "While our hearts are broken by Mother; and Faith Trevino as the Lost child (Petra). Congratulations on a job well done! the idea of life without Oscar, he is still very much with us. Oscar's hard work, his intelligence and his love of life are at the heart of our company," the statement said. " Born in the Dominican Republic, de la Renta began his career working for Cristóbal Balenciaga, a Spanish couturier. He broke off on his own in 1967, launching his eponymous line in a shop on New York's 7th Avenue, where the com-

pany is still headquartered. Over the next 49 years he dressed first ladies — including the last four — and presided over a social life that included pop stars and political heavyweights. He was known as a perfectionist and he was working almost to the end, having most recently designed the wedding dress of Amal Alamuddin, George Clooney's new wife. The Clinton family praised de la Renta's "singular talent and exquisite taste," saying that they will always be grateful for the love the designer showed their family. "His warmth and friendship will be missed by our family and all whose lives he touched in his extraordinary journey," they said in a statement. "Oscar's remarkable eye was matched only by his generous heart." Former First Lady Laura Bush said she and her husband were "deeply saddened" by the loss of their "dear friend." "We will miss Oscar's generous

and warm personality, his charm, and his wonderful talents," she said in a statement. "We will always remember him as the man who made women look and feel beautiful." De la Renta is survived by his second wife, the socialite Annette Engelhard de la Renta. His first wife, Françoise de Langlade, died in 1983 of cancer. He had no children. But just last week it was announced that he had selected a successor — the designer Peter Copping, who was going to work with him.

three uncles served in WWII at the same time only at different places. My tío Juan Pina served in the Navy during WWII, he would tell me stories as to when their ship was torpedoed, and how he survived by praying to the Virgen de Guadalupe, and thinking about his mother. He was later picked up by a destroyer and he went on to complete his tour. My tío Arturo, was assigned to a unit that fought on Corrigador Island. He would really never talk about what he did or saw. Last but not least my tío Gregorio, he server in Normandy,

as an Infantry man. My tíos all had different decorations they earned but they really never liked to talk to anybody and everybody found it odd that that they would talk and share their stories with me. They would always tell me you understand what we did and why we did it. To you my tíos RIP and all the Veterans I SALUTE YOU.

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

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"Que Caramba es la Vida" To be shown at Flatland Film Festival he Louise Hopkins Garibaldi and introduces us to the female T Underwood Center Mariachis who perform there. Still a rare for the Arts (LHUCA) breed, these talented women throw themis building momentum as they prepare for their 10th Annual Flatland Film Festival in Lubbock, Texas. The festival is an international short film competition that last year received more than 60 entries from five differ-

ent countries. This year among the features will be a film entitled, "Que Caramba es la Vida," is directed by Doris Dörrie. The film will be shown Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 7 p.m. Dörrie showcases how mariachi is an essential part of Mexican culture. Displaing that it is more than just music; it's a lifestyle that views the world from a macho perspective. The business is tough and women are seldom appreciated in this strictly male domain. Nevertheless, a handful of female musicians choose to be Mariachi. Against the backdrop of the folky 'Día de los Muertes' celebrations, director Dörrie accompanies the musicians to their performances on the streets of Mexico and throughout their daily lives. When the Mariachi women sing about death, love and poverty, the heavy issues of everyday life in Mexico City appear slightly more bearable. Dörrie immerses viewers in the mayhem of Mexico City’s chaotic, carnivalesque Plaza

selves into a desperate struggle for acceptance every time they give boisterous voice to their soulful songs. As viewers watch María del Carmen ready herself for another night in the city square, curling her eyelashes with a hot spoon and applying makeup with an artist’s deft touch, there’s very much the sense that we’re watching her don war paint. And while the elemental power of her voice is a formidable weapon that suggests an indomitable spirit, moving confessional interviews reveal the discrimination and personal doubts that she and her contemporaries must contend with on a daily basis. Meanwhile, a reunion of Las Estrellas de Mexico—who formed the first female Mariachi band some 50 years ago—acquaints us with precisely how long this fight against chauvinism has been raging. However, Dörrie leaves little doubt that it’s one worth contesting. Tickets can be purchase online at www. ﬂatlandfilm.org or, over the phone by calling 806.762.8606 or stop by their office at 511 Ave. K. In addition, Dr. Leonor Xochitl Perez a leading expert on female mariachis and her museum exhibit will also visit Lubbock in collaboration. More details will be provided on the Latino Lubbock Face Book page.

En Aquellos Dias….

ada año me acuerdo de los dias que no C teniamos dinero para hacer una comida de dar gracias. Mi mama siempre nos hacia algo, para no tener lo mismo que cada dia (tortillas y frijoles). Ella criava gallinas y cada año matabamos una gallina y mama la arreglaba el dia de dar gracias. Hacia relleno de pan de mais y hervia unas papas. Para nosotros era una fiesta que nos duraba todo el año. Empezamos a crecer y trabajar y el primer año que pudo mi mama comprar un guajolote (pavo),

creimos que lla estabamos ricos. Ese año, comimos hasta que no teniamos donde mas poner comida. Hasta comimos pastel de calabasa y camotes cosidos en el cosedor. Mi mama siempre hacia la oracion antes de comer y desde entonces, hemos rezado por aquellos que no tienen que comer. Gracias a Dios que cada año hemos estado bendecidos. 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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Movember: Grow a Moustache for Men’s Health uring the month of Novem- the kick off of MovemThis year prostrate D ber each year, Movember ber. cancer information will asks men across the world to grow For 30 days, guys are be shared with veterans a moustache with the aim of raising vital funds and awareness for men’s health issues. Over the past 10 years, millions of men have participated in "Movember" by proudly growing mustaches (or being supportive of the mustache-growing process) to help change the face of men's prostate and testicular cancer issues. Latino Lubbock Magazine with Los Hermanos Famila urge Hispanic men to pull out your ‘stachetrimmers, and shave away your scruff, because November 1 marks

asked to rock the furry faux pas in an effort to raise awareness locally. "Last year we dedicated our annual Vamos a Pescar fishing event to members who have or are battled prostrate cancer," said Frank Garcia, event co-chair. He said that they purchased brochures and pamphlets related to prostrate cancer awareness, and share with participants.

HAW Honors Inspiradora, Provide Scholarships Daylight Saving Time Nov. 2

he Hispanic Association of T Women (HAW) held their annual Hispana Awards & Scholarship

Banquet. This year's recipient was Rebecca Ramirez. In addition, the group also recognized Esther DeLeon as Member of the Year; and Ruby Gonzales received the President's Award. HAW also presented 20 young women with $1,000 scholarships, totaling $20,000. The funds were raised from their annual Winter Gala. On behalf of Latino Lubbock Magazine, congratulations to the 2014 recipients.

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all 2014 is F officially here!

But many are asking now that summer has officially left and the days are getting shorter by the minute – literally – one very important question: when does the time change and why? The history of daylight saving is tied to energy conservation. Switching to DST in the summer means more sunlight at night, which in turn means

homes don't have to turn on lights as early. According to the U.S. Government , that leads to energy and fuel savings. For most, we get to sleep late - an hour! So “fall back” with the end of Daylight Saving Time Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m. Until 2007, Daylight Saving Time ran from April to mid-October. But then Congress extended the period, making it three weeks earlier and one week later. Don't forget, and enjoy the extra hour.

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at the annual "Here's to Our Heroes" reception, sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine , Budweiser, and Los Hermanos Familia. "This is another event to continue building awareness and we encourage others to join our efforts," added Garcia. For more information or to donate, call (806)792-1212.

10th Miracles Christmas Parade Taking New Direction he 10th Annual Miracles Christmas T Parade is set for 6:00 pm Saturday, December 13, 2014, down historic

34th Street in Lubbock. The theme for this year’s lighted, free parade is “Bright Lights – Christmas Delights” and preparations for the lighted Christmas tradition are in full swing by parade officials. The parade benefits the local Toys For Tots Campaign. Lubbock’s Miracles Christmas Parade is the primary source for new toys being donated to the United States Marines and their “Toys For Tots” campaign each year. T h i s year, a sp e cial i nvit ation to attend the free Authentic Mexican Food familyfriendly Ch r istJOIN US m a s Sun: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. parade Mon: CLOSED is beTues. - Sat.: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ing extended to area Lubbock, TX r e sidents (806)687-4348 w h o

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might be Christmas shopping in Lubbock that weekend and could attend and bring new unwrapped toys to the United States Marines who will collect new toys down the parade route. The 2014 goal is 3,000 new toys. The parade takes a new direction in 2014, starting at 34th and Ave Q. and moving west to Indiana Avenue. This change comes as a result of ongoing construction with the 34th Street renovation project. The 90-minute parade features Santa Claus, whose float comes right behind the U.S. Marines vehicles and personnel who walk the street collecting toys from parade watchers. This Lubbock tradition is always a fun event for families who enjoy “tail gating”, snacks, and hot chocolate while watching. Area businesses, chambers, marching bands, service clubs, pep squads and other groups are invited to be in the parade and represent their towns and schools. Entry information, along with parade rules and guidelines for profit and non-profit groups, is available at www. miraclesparade.com. Entries are now being accepted. Entry deadline is December 1st. Award winners are selected in several categories during the parade. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Andy Turner in Lubbock at 806771-0045 or by email at aturner@peoplesbanktexas.com.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Bishop Placido Rodriguez to Retire, Begin Preparation

he Diocese of Lubbock anT nounced the Year of Preparation for the October 2015 re-

tirement of Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez, CMF, Bishop of Lubbock. He has served as the Bishop of Lubbock for two decades, since Pope John Paul II appointed him in 1994. As bishop, his job is to govern the HONORING THE BISHOP: Priests from various churches of the Catholic Diocese Diocese of Lubbock, which covers 25 counties and more than 23,000 were on hand for the retirement announcement of Bishop Placido Rodriguez. square miles. It includes more than 136,000 members. When Rodriguez turns 75 next October, under church law he must send a letter of resignation to Pope Francis, who will in turn assign another bishop replace him. This process usually takes 18 months, Rodriguez said, and he estimates he will be in Lubbock for the next two-and-a-half years. At the meeting, he announced his intention to send that letter and talked about what he hopes to accomplish within the next year. He said it will be an exciting time of renewal for the church. Rodriguez was born in Mexico in BE YOUR OWN KIND OF BEYOUTIFUL: Hosted by Alliance Church “BeY- October 11, 1940. He grew up with OUtiful” featured speakers, a unique fashion show, breakout sessions in English and what he calls a "small family," of Spanish, music and worship, and opportunities for fellowship with other women. ten brothers and four sisters. But at age 13, he had to leave this home.

His father took six of the youngest siblings and escaped to Chicago from the persecution of the church in Mexico. "Since my father was so well connected in the defense of the church, defending and hiding the bishops and the priests during the persecution," Rodriguez said, "he created many, many enemies." However, this did not stop Rodriguez from pursuing his dream to become a priest. He went to seminary at age 14 and he became an ordained priest in 1968. He then served as the Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago in 1983, and then the Bishop of Lubbock 11 years later, . After Rodriguez retires, he plans to return to his hometown of Chicago to continue serving the church. He hopes he will be able to travel the world to do ordainments in other counties. "I am already looking back," Rodriguez said. "It has been a beautiful experience serving the people here in West Texas."

National Vocations Awareness Week (Nov. 2-8) ational Vocation Awareness King Cathedral; and, Thur. 11/6 – N Week (NVAW) is an anMass of Thanksgiving and Dinnual week-long celebration ner for parents of seminarians, WE'RE HERE TO HELP: The Nurturing Center is a local non-profit organization serving the West Texas area. Their primary goal is to provide to young women faced with an unexpected pregnancy compassionate practical resources. Lawrence D’Souza is the founder and director (center) and took time to pose with staff and volunteers at the annual banquet held last month. (Photo by Chamonix Mejia for LLM)

Forward in Christ

BY JOE CASTILLO

e careful for nothing; but in evB erything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your re-

quest be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall guard your hearts and minds through Christ. Thank you for the prayers, petitions, moral support and for God's healing power to heal me of this infirmity. The Lord has allowed and blessed me to go through these trials and tribulations to strengthen me spiritually. To share my testimony with you, so you can witness God's healing power. We are healed through Christ, his suffering and death on the cross were not in vain. Luke 17:12-19; as Jesus entered a certain village, there met him 10 lepers, which stood afar off: And they lifted up their voices and said, Jesus, Master have mercy on us. And when

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he saw them; he said unto them,"Go show yourself unto the priest." And it came to pass, that as they went, they were cleansed. One of them when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God and fell down on his face at Jesus's feet giving him thanks. Jesus answering said, "Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine? There are not found to returned to give glory to God, except the stranger." He said unto him, "Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee hold." Let's not forget to glorify Jesus when he heals our infirmities.

Editor's Note: Joe survived Nasotharyngeal cancer for 17 years, he is currently battling cancer. An Airforce veteran, he uses writing as a way to stay positive, share his story, and inspire others.

of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promote vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations. To observe the week masses will be held, along with several events to allow questions of discernment to the priesthood and religious life, and distribution materials to parishioners. Some of the highlighted events include: Sat. and Sun. 11/1-11/2 – Kick-off celebration at Christ the

Holy Spirit Catholic Church Bishop Rodríguez will celebrate mass and host dinner for seminarians and their families to learn more about the formation process. Everyone in the diocese is invited to spend time with all the religious communities in the diocese and ask the community members questions on Consecrated Life. For more info call (806)792-3943, Rev. Joseph Palacios, Ext. 226; and Sr. Olivia Rico, OSF Ext. 227. For and a complete list of events visit catholiclubbock.org

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Church Bulletins TAKING IT 2 THE STREETS LUBBOCK are in need of DONATIONS and coats for the homeless. Checks can be made payable to "Taking it 2 the Streets". To arrange coat pick up call (806) 702-2284. MEN’S CONFERENCE - FATHER/SON RETREAT – November 14, 6:30-8 p.m., (free) Praise & Worship, talk by Jesse Romero; November 15, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Men’s Conference, ages 15 and older. Father and one son (15-18 years old)$15, Individuals - $10. Fee includes lunch. Saint Joseph Church, 102 N. Avenue P, Lubbock. Registrations taken at parish office or online at www. lubbockstjoseph.org. 806-765-9935. THEOLOGY OF THE BODY RETREATLUBBOCK DEANERY – Saturday, November 22, 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., Slaton Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 605 S. 4th Street. This is an excellent retreat for those preparing for a Quinceañera. Fee of $25 includes lunch, supper, materials and T-Shirt. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Trevino-806-780-6853 or elizabeth@nurturinglife.org, David Ariaz at (806) 781-4965 or david.m.ariaz@hotmail.com or Youth office – 806-792-3943 ext. 230. “O HOLY NIGHT” 2014 LUBBOCK COMMUNITY NATIVITY EXHIBIT The Lubbock community celebrates Christ’s birth through music, art, and a display of 100’s of nativities. Free and open to the public December 4-7, 2014, daily from 1-9 pm, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7016 Frankford Avenue “SANTA LA NOCHE” EXPOSICIÓN DE NACIMIENTOS de la Comunidad de Lubbock 2014 www.nativitylubbock.org La Comunidad de Lubbock celebra el nacimiento de Jesucristo a través de la música, el arte y una exposición de centenares de Nacimientos. Entrada gratuita y abierto al público el 4-7 de diciembre, 2014, 1 -9 p.m. en la Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días, 7016 Frankford Avenue, Lubbock. Si usted no habla inglés y quisiera participar en cualquier de estos áreas, llame a Melissa Peña a (806)224-4547.

LIVE STREAMING OF MASSESAs a service to those who are hospitalized, home bound or traveling outside the diocese, Christ the King Cathedral will offer Live Streaming of its Masses on Sunday 8, 9:15 and 11 a.m. Masses will be live streamed on the cathedral website: www.ctkcathedral. org. YOUNG ADULT FAITH GROUP Catholic post-college adults including graduate students, medical and law students and young professionals in the Diocese of Lubbock. For more information, contact Jaclyn Cañas-Carrell, jaclyn.e.canas@ttu.edu, 806-438-5145 or Leia Arteaga, leia898@ gmail.com, 806-543-6265. 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 now 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 ahora en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para más información llame al (806) 762-5225 COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church.

Memoriam/memorial Anabel Bell Guajardo Camacho, 54, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 18, 2014. She was born on April 10, 1960, in Morton, Texas, to Roberto R. Guajardo and her late mother, Alicia S. Guajardo. She married the love of her life, Fred Camacho on May 29, 1999, in Lubbock. Anabel, a native of Lamesa, Texas, moved to Lubbock in 1990. She was a nursery teacher for Kid Central for 12 years and a private nanny. Surviving Bell is her husband, Fred Camacho; her father, Roberto R. Guajardo; brothers, Robert Bobby S. Guajardo and wife, Irma, and Rene S. Guajardo; sisters, Elma Guajardo and husband, Ricky Camacho, Belinda Vera and husband, Herman Martinez, Velma Salazar and husband, Paul, Eva Guajardo and husband, Amos Hernandez. She also leaves behind 16 nieces and nephews, and 25 great-nieces and greatnephews. Bell was preceded in death by her mother, Alicia S. Guajardo and her motherin-law, Refugia Camacho. Jose Luis Colon, 68, of Tahoka passed away on Oct. 17, 2014. He was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico on March 7, 1946, to Claudia Maria Casiano. He was preceded in death by his mother and brother, Emilio Garcia. Left to cherish his memory are his brother, William Garcia of Chicago, IL, sister, Alta Gracia Berrios of Springfield, MA; his children, Christopher Col n of Beaumont, TX, Elizabeth Col nFernandez, Michelle Sullivan, Claudia Col n, Sonia Col n, all of Tahoka, TX, and Matthew Col n of Wentzville, MO; 16 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Gilbert “Ley” Garcia, Jr., passed away on Oct. 19, 2014. He was born on Nov. 21, 1958, in Levelland, Texas, to Gilbert and Frances (DeLeon) Garcia, Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert and Frances (Deleon) Garcia, Sr.; and a sister, Gloria G. Camacho of Lubbock, Texas. He is survived by a daughter, Carolyn Garcia and husband, Benjamin Garcia; son, Michael Garcia; two granddaughters; and an ex-wife and very dear friend of over 30 years, Janie Garcia, all of Lubbock; a brother, Leandro R. Garcia of Lubbock; two sisters, Olga Perez of Dallas and Sara Calderon of Dumas; and two nephews whom he considered his brothers, Stephen Ray Garcia and Carlos Ricardo Montes both of Lubbock. Arredondo Rodriguez, age 79, of Lubbock, Texas, passed away on Oct. 18, 2014. Alfredo was born on Aug. 22, 1935, to the late Ernesto and Ester Rodriguez in Pana Maria, Texas.

Felipe Contreras, 94, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 17, 2014. He was born on May 1, 1920, in Cremore, Texas, to Juan and Juanita (Troncoso) Contreras. He was a local farmer. Those left to cherish his memory are: one son, Juan Contreras and his wife, Eloisa; one daughter, Linda Ramirez; 15 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Felipe was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Francisca; daughter, Consuelo Alvarado; three brothers; and two sisters. Paul Guerra, 58, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 23, 2014. A lifelong resident of Lubbock, Paul was born on Oct. 21, 1956. He graduated from Dunbar High School and worked for Covenant Medical Center and Walmart. Paul was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The light of his life was his family and his three precious daughters. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include three daughters, Mary Teresa Guerra, Melissa Ann Galvan and husband Shaun David, and Yolanda Dolores Payne; their mother, Leticia Magallan; 11 grandchildren, Kassandra, Matthew, Ralph, Jr., Xavier, Alexis, Elijaha, Aimee, Shaun, Andrew, Adrian and Alyssa; four great-grandchildren; and an aunt, Satunina Garcia.

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

Agripina D. Lara, 90, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 17, 2014. She was born on June 23, 1924, in San Marcos, Texas, to her late parents, Felipe and Eustolgia DeLeon. She married the late Henry C. Lara on Feb. 3, 1946, in Lubbock. Mr. Lara passed on Jan. 15, 1980. She enjoyed cooking and had worked for La Quinta of Lubbock for over 15 years. Survivors include her son, Henry and wife, Melinda; grandsons, Jeremiah Lara, Christopher O. Lara, Samuel H. Ureste, David Gonzales and Antonio Gonzales of College Station; granddaughters, Danielle G. Lara and Beatrice Mendez; and 28 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Isabel Gonzales in Aug. of 1994. Robert Lee Rosales Jr., 33, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 19, 2014. He was born on Sept. 17, 1981. Mr. Rosales was a Catholic and a New York Yankee fan. He is survived by his wife, Cindy; his children, Jesse, Nevaeh, Naija, Nariah, Jaden and Aidan. He is also survived by his parents, Robert Sr. and Theresa Rosales; and one brother, Adam.

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Pedro Oscar Trevino Pete, 78, passed away on Oct. 21, 2014. Pedro was born July 10, 1936, in Brownsville to Pedro and Estella Trevino. He married Graviella Tobias on Nov. 20, 1970, in Hereford. He worked as a carpet layer for many years and enjoyed the outdoors, where he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Graviella Trevino of Lubbock; two sons, Pete Trevino, Ralph Trevino, both of Lubbock; six daughters, Anna Trevino, Mary Trevino, Sylvia Gutierrez, Stella Trevino, Gaby Torres, Crystal Reyna, all of Lubbock; Gustavo Trevino, Noe Trevino, Lupe Trevino, Albert Leto Trevino, all of Lubbock; one sister, Margie Trevino; twentyeight grandchildren; thirty-six great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nora Salazar.

Carlos Olivares, 31, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 23, 2014. He was born on Dec. 12, 1982, to Frank and Diane Olivares. Carlos was a computer guru, avid gamer, was enthralled with weather, and was a huge fan of the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Tech Red Raiders. He enjoyed cooking, barbequing, and spending time with his family. Carlos was a loving, caring soul whose gentle touch will never be forgotten. Carlos is survived by his wife, Topacio; his children, Christopher, Ceasar and Addison; his father, Frank; a brother, Matthew (Juanita); and his maternal grandparents, Felix and Lee Zarazua. He was preceded in death by his mother, Diane Olivares; and his paternal grandparents, Francisco and Petra Olivares.

Isabel C. Villa of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 24, 2014. Isabel was born Nov. 18, 1934, in Fredericksburg. She moved to the Slaton area in 1946. Isabel married Juan Villa in 1968. She retired from Lubbock ISD and Marriott Food Service in 1997. Isabel was preceded in death by her daughter, Dora Cisneros, in 2004. Her survivors include her husband, Juan; sons, Rick Cisneros, Ruben Cisneros, and Martin Villa; brothers, Armando and Walter Castellon, Amelia Mota and Ernestine Zuniga; 12 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Ruben Campos Ramirez, age 54, passed away on Oct. 21, 2014. He was born May 22, 1960, in Odessa, TX, to the late Cruz and Josepha Ramirez. He married Norma Alvarado June 23, 1979, in Lubbock, TX. Ruben worked as a mechanic for 35 years. He worked for Womble Oldsmobile, Frank Brown, and Alderson Mercedes. He was preceded in death by a brother, Cruz Jr.; and a sister, Linda; father and mother-inlaw, Samuel and Aurora Alvarado; a nephew and his wife, Jesse Maldonado and Erica; and nieces, Faith and Jocelyn. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Norma Ramirez; a daughter, Kimberly; grandchildren, Ruben, Zeriaha, Joseph, Travis, Priscilla, and Jesse III; six sisters, Dominga (Ed) Mullikin, Maggie (Chris) Albergo, Emma, Veronica, Sandra Ramirez, Rosa (Matthew) Villarreal; seven brothers, Nicholas (Rosie), Julian (Diana), Angel (Sylvia), Adam (Yolanda), Joe (JoAnn), Greg (Heather), Joe Jr. Ramirez; brothers and sisters-in-law, Sam and Deborah Alvarado, Bob and Irene Ramirez, and Rebecca, David and Danny Alvarado.

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

JoAnn Cantu passed away on Oct. 24, 2014. JoAnn was born on Nov. 4, 1970, in Slaton, Texas, to Andrew and Roseann Hernandez. JoAnn loved her family, especially her children and family gatherings. JoAnn also enjoyed a close relationship with her brothers. She is survived by her former husband, Elrey; two daughters, Angelique and Dezirey; a son, Angelo; her parents, Andrew Hernandez; and mother, Roseann Garcia; two brothers, Andrew Jr., and Julian; a sister, Lauralyn Hernandez; paternal grandmother, Librada Hernandez; and maternal grandmother, Dolores Garcia. JoAnn was preceded in death by a brother, Gabriel Hernandez. JoAnn's sweet spirit will be greatly missed.

Genoveba Valdez Gomez, age 94, of Lubbock passed and went to heaven on Oct. 15, 2014, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Seguin, TX on January 3rd, 1920 and married Manuel Ramirez Juan Ramon TatGomez. They moved to too Martinez, 67, of the surrounding Lubbock area where they Lubbock passed away farmed and raised their family. Genoveba is survived by sons: Dionicio (Norma), on Oct. 19, 2014. He was Valdimar, Jose Angel (Grace), Jesus (Dora), born on Dec. 6, 1946, in Ramon (Ida), and Manuel Jr. (Ermelinda), Yorktown, Texas, to the daughters Maria, Juanita (Garry), Elisia, late Jose Maria and SoyAnita, and Esther; sisters: Valentina and Mala Martinez. He served in ria, and brother: Valentine. Additional survithe United States Army in vors include dozens of grandchildren, great Vietnam from 1966-68. grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, He married Lydia M. Mendez on Dec. 22, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in 1999, in Lubbock. He enjoyed fishing, go- death by her husband Manuel, four brothers, ing to movies, and riding motorcycles; but three sisters, two sons and one daughter. he especially enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was preceded Memorial in death by his parents; brothers, Juan Maria Alcaro Garcia Jr., Roland, Benny, Jesus; and sisters, RafaJan. 12, 1944 to ela and Dolores. He is survived by his wife Nov. 18, 2007 of Lubbock; two sons, Jerry Martinez and Michael Rando of Lubbock; two daughters, We miss you. Jackie Martinez of Lubbock, and Andrea We will ALWAYS love Banda of Levelland; two brothers, Richard you. Martinez Sr. and Ernest Martinez Sr., both of Forever, Lubbock; sister, Irene Escobedo of Denton; Mary Lou Garcia And nine grandchildren; and three great-grandAll You Children children. Gilberto Plascencia, 55, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 26, 2014. He was born on July 22, 1959, in Mexico to his late parents, Tomas and Maria Cruz Plascencia. He married the former Enedina Morfin on Nov. 10, 1984, in Houston. Gilberto was a member of St. Joseph church and had a passion for soccer. He officiated games for Lubbock Youth Soccer and also Texas Tech. Survivors include his wife, Enedina; his daughters: Maria Gomez (Cody), Yuri Plascencia, and Anne Falcon (Ernesto); and son, David Morfin. He also leaves behind his four grandchildren; two brothers; and four sisters.

November Prayer A PRAYER FOR TODAY O God, may the words of my mouth, the actions of my life, and the influence of my deeds show others your holiness and grace and lead them to acknowledge your majesty and might. In Jesus name I pray. Amen. [Jesus said] "You are the light of the world. Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."—Matthew 5:14-16

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ Diabetes Walk 2014

Brining out the whole family to support a good cause. (Photos by Amaris Garcia, for LLM)

Many took part in the Step Out Walk at Mackenzie Park.

Being a Super Team as they finish up the walk.

The Pediatric Emergency Department walked for the cause and were filled with smiles.

Grape Days 2014 at Llano Estacado Winery - ÂĄSalud!

Jaque Zavala, Laura Perez, Dulce Segura, and Lupita Ramirez smile for the camera.

Nelda and Joel Mercado enjoying the festivities at the winery.

Sandy Dodd and Armando Garcia listening to the live band.

Cheers! Families and friends enjoying the day.

The Lubbock High School hairstylist for the evening take a moment to relax after finishing the girls hair.

The makeup artist smiling for the camera as they get ready to do touch ups.

All smiles as community members continue to help in raising awareness about breast cancer.

Survivors prepare to participate in the balloon release!

Latinas for a Cure - Celebrando las

Christy Martinez-Garcia and her friend and breast cancer survivor Arlene Sumner.

The Salas ladies preparing to have a fun night, as they get ready to watch the pageant.

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Proud to showcase 7 years as a survivor!

Supporting the cause as they race for the cure.

Visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net to view all of the photos from each event! Latino Lubbock Magazine's mission: "Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; and, the community a tool for better understanding and for dialogue."

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An Evening with Cheech Marin - Part I

Making it a girls evening as they prepare to watch Cheech Marin.

Smiling for the camera before Rosario Smith and her guest watch the performance.

Alice and Ray Lozada got their books autographed by Mr. Marin.

Cheech Marin signs autographs for all of the excited guests.

Maggie Trejo Halloween Carnival - Part I

Posing for the camera as they collected cans for admission.

The excited trick-or-treaters smiling for Latino Lubbock!

Mother and son spending time together as they dressed as super heroes for the night.

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Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla

Matching and ready to get some candy at the event.

Red Mass Honoring the Law Community

Gathering to take part in the Red Mass to honor members of the law community.

Dr. & Mrs. Elias Ghandour smiling for the camera.

Councilman Victor Hernandez, Judge Aurora Hernandez, and Emilio Abeyta welcome new friends.

Knights of Columbus Council members toast to a great year.

Raiders Rojos Almuerzo

Scholarship recipients smiled for the camera before a group photo. (Photos by Nick Muniz for LLM)

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Proud family members supported their scholarship recipients.

Guns Up! These proud Red Raiders smile as they received scholarships.

Proud of all of the recipients and proud to celebrate their culture at the Hispanic Heritage Month.

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TTU Hispanic Heritage Game

Guns Up, as they head to the Texas Tech football game. (Photos by Amaris Garcia for LLM)

Los Matadores performed on the field.

Wreck'em Tech family style! Decked in red and black and cheering for the Red Raiders.

The fans proved that rain or shine, it's still game time!

"Honoring Heroes - That's What Freedom Costs" Banquet

Janie Zuniga posed with rodeo celebrity Larry Mahan.

The family of the late Virginia Caballero was on hand

The Torres couple enjoyed Quinones presentation.

Proud Upward Bounders were there to support their fellow alumna - John Quinones.

HLSFA members were on hand to represent faculty, staff, and alumni.

John Quinones poses with fellow journalist, and publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine Christy Martinez-Garcia.

Cheech Marin took time to pose with some of the workers after his book signing.

Ready to give kids some treats as she sits in the trunk.

On the set of Trends and Friends for the Latino Lubbock Update a segment on Trends and Friends that comes out weekdays at 5 p.m. on KLBK.

Michael & Bonnie Vasquez attended the event and enjoyed the speech by Shilo Harris.

The American Legion Riders honoring their friends.

Diversity Dinner with Keynote John Quiñones

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Frank Garcia was welcomed by Dale Ramos at the Paul McCartney concert.

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Father and son enjoying the sunset and the pumpkins.

Three generations of the Vargas family taking a stroll at the Pumpkin Trail.

Posing for the camera before they walk the trail.

Little ones were excited to look at all of the pumpkins.

BeYOUtiful Women's Conference at Alliance Church

The ladies were cheerful and joyous as they enjoyed the speakers.

Having girl time with God as they watched a unique fashion show during the lunch break.

Sisters in Christ supporting each other at the conference.

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Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla

Embracing their God-given passions and ready to listen to the guest speaker, Blynda Lane.

HAW Awards & Scholarship Banquet

Rosa & Julio Llanas met Paola Ledesma at the HAW banquet.

Ruby Gonzales was congratulated for her service by HAW and many friends.

HAW members Sylvia Juarez, Esther Pena, and Andrea Constancio took time to pose for Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Mr. & Mrs. Ruben Reyes were in attendance to honor the recipients.

Nurturing Center Annual Banquet

The Cerda family at the annual banquet. (Photos by Chamonix Mejia, for LLM)

Shelby Williams, Rosa Ybarra, and Delinda Trevino supporting young women in crisis.

Young girls learning from role models as they took part in the banquet.

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Texas Sports Report With Mando Reyna

egular seaR son football is making its last ap-

pearance here on the South Plains and we couldn’t be more excited and thankful for most our high school teams as they carry their momentum into the playoffs. Estacado and Cooper both are ﬂashing identical 7-2 records as Estacado has KOC 11807 GOLF TOURNAMENT: The Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Gua- one game remaining at Seminole, dalupe Council 11807, held their annual golf tournament. The event drew over 64 players. which as of deadline time Proceeds of the event will benefit programs organized the KOC. we don’t know the result. Frenship at 6-2 also had one more game left in October that we didn’t know the results of either, that one being against Coronado, but they finish off their regular season this month against Amarillo High on the 6th at Bivins stadium in Amarillo. Now barring any unforeseen roadblocks, they all seem poised to make deep runs into the playoffs and it’s your guess as good as mine who will be crowned the top team in the 806. There is also another wonderful thing about not only those high school teams but also all the others, as basket785-1010 ball makes its familiar return to the hardwood for both men and women also this month. Another team that is thankful that basketball starts this month are the Red Raiders as they are almost certain they will not be

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invited to a bowl game this year unless they win out starting with the Longhorns on the first Saturday here at the Jones. That game seems winnable since the Horn’s are struggling also, they just have to carry that momentum if they win that game into the following 2 weeks against OU also played here at home. Heck, if they win both we would think Iowa State at Ames Iowa shouldn’t be a problem, but they still have those pesky ranked Baylor Bears to contend with on the 29th. Regardless of the outcomes this month I just want to preach patience to the fan base that just like Rome wasn’t built in a day, the Raiders did not get that bad in just one season. Agree with the contract extension Kingsbury received which some say was premature or not, look across the state and see how a lower tie football team (my words) like Baylor can all of a sudden be the toast of the state supplanting both Texas and A&M with a smart coaching hire in Art Briles. That team has paid their dues and that’s part of the growing process it takes to be successful. The Cowboys have also paid their dues and after the last game against the Skins we should realize how important Tony Romo is to the resurgent Cowboys. One can have a record setting running back and tight end, but all that means nothing if arguably the best

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player on the team is hurt or is always on the brink of being lost for the entire season. That by itself can jeopardize the entire teams goal unless measures are taken to minimize those chances. The best remedy for what ails them is that their defense needs someone to step up and become the pass rusher this team so desperately needs. Since the NFL trade deadline came and went with no moves by the team, the answers to their problems will have to come from within. This month Dallas can either win or lose the division since they play both NFC rivals the Giants on the 23 and the Eagles on Thanksgiving and it will go a long way on shedding their past reputations as a mediocre ballclub if they going with the winning route. This football season along with this year, are streaking by us, so let’s slow down and savor every moment. Happy Thanksgiving. 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

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