September Latino Lubbock Vol 9, Issue 9

Volume 9, Issue 9, September/septiembre 2015

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

by Latino Lubbock throughout this publication to identify persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central and South American, Dominican, and Spanish descent; they may be of any race.

"Cut from the Same Cloth" Photo by Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month's cover is of a colorful traditional serape, which is a Mexican shawl; coupled with Guatemalan worry dolls, used to soothe a person's fears and worries, that date back to Mayan traditions. My grandfather used to say in Spanish that no matter the region Hispanics were "cut from the same cloth" because we shared a lot of similarities; our cultures all seeming to have been created, reared, or fashioned in the same way. As we embark on Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate our rich heritage, and can take pride that we share a profound and positive influence on the USA through our strong commitment to family, faith, hard work, and service. The serape and dolls are symbolic of the comfort we have in our rich heritage. And for that I am very proud!

"He's done us a favor. He's mobilized and united the Latino electorate and Latino activists in a way that hasn't been done before." - Sylvia Puente, of Chicago’s Latino Policy Forum, on how Donald Trump’s ejection of

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CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Opinion

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Politics

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Opportunity/Business

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Health/Salud

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Education/Youth

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El Charro Restaurant

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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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Hispanic Heritage Month

Community Update

LEGAL AID CLINIC September 3, 5:30 pm, Free, All Ages, West Texas Legal Aid sponsors this clinic for free legal advice, grams, and other asset-building tion a city council that still cannot Mae Simmons Community Center.

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1988, C o n gress authorized September 15 through October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month.

During this month, America celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanishspeaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

As we embark upon this national observance, what we have witnessed on the treatment of Hispanics seems to have regressed.

As the race for the White House has begun, presidential hopefuls have campaigned a disheartening ugliness.

When journalist Jorge Ramos went to ask Trump about his immigration proposals, and specifically, how he plans on deporting 11 million undocumented immigrants. He was kicked out, and told to return to "Univision," which many interpreted as code for Mexico.

Ramos later said, "He hates it when he is being confronted and we have to ask those questions. I think as journalists we have to take a stand when it comes to racism, discrimination, corruption, public lies, dictatorship, and human rights. And when he’s expressing those really dangerous words, we have to confront him.

That is our job, to ask tough questions, even if he doesn’t like them.

Actress Salma Hayek says there’s a ‘good thing’ about Donald Trump’s anti-Mexican comments. "He shone a light to the level of the problem of racism. The minute he attacked the Mexicans, his numbers went up.

Makes you wonder if these guys really do their homework and know the demographics of those they are trying to represent, which includes an ever growing Hispanic popula-

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tion! Moreso, after what we've seen are we to believe these candidates can be trusted to stand up to terrorist groups like ISIS or negotiate tough nuclear non-proliferation treaties with Iran?

Presidential candidates better pay attention to this new statistic: according to the National Journal, a Latino reaches voting age every 30 seconds in the United States. That equates to 66,000 new Latino voters every month or 800,000 per year.

Hopefully, you will now vote. Let me point out why your vote is important. In 2004, Hispanic voters were 8 percent of the electorate. By 2012, they represented 10 percent of all voters.

I realize that voting is what happens when voters are engaged and valued.

That said, I pose these questions to each of you reading. Latinos/Hispanics are you where you want to be? Do you feel valued? Do you feel validated? Do you feel hopeful? Do you feel equal?

Annually, I share this message with you... and will continue because it is important for us to be reminded of the legacy left by those who struggled, and yet, persevered.

One of my role models Raul Yzaguirre was invited to address the delegates of the Democratic Convention in 2004.

He said, "Despite our diversity, Latinos have a shared public policy agenda. Like all Americans, we desire a government that stays off our backs, but stands by our side. Hispanics believe in a fair government that guarantees equal opportunity for all by reducing discrimination in employment, housing, health care, and education by ending racial profiling -- by making sure working families, and not just the wealthy, get a tax cut. Latinos want a humane government that maintains our traditions as a nation of immigrants by passing the Dream Act so that immigrant children can attend college.

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 home-ownership pro-

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Latinos support a smart government that invests wisely in its young people today to ensure our country's economic prosperity tomorrow by making preschool universal so all kids start school ready to learn ... so all students, rich or poor, get the same opportunities, by supporting community-based education programs, to prevent dropouts and help those who do fall through the cracks."

He shared that polls taken by NCLR showed that nearly twothirds of Hispanics did not believe that candidates were addressing the issues that concerned them most.

And he forewarned, "we will not be inspired by message alone. A few phrases in Spanish won't work anymore. Promises can be broken in Spanish as well as in English.

Like other Americans, Latinos will vote on issues-for candidates who deliver. And, like other Americans, we will hold elected officials and all political parties accountable for actions, not just words," he expressed confidently that Hispanic Americans believe and will continue to strive in the American dream.

Yzaguirre's words were a call to action, and they are just as relevant today as we continue to fight to make the promises of democracy real for all Americans. It is why generation after generation, our forefathers have worked so tenaciously to make sure all of us have a voice and that all of us exercise our right to vote.

While some recognize that we are becoming this nation’s largest and fastest-growing ethnic group, we are also big business, potential voters, and vital to leadership and decision-making roles... and yet, our contributions are often disregarded because they have not yet felt our power or consider our contributions.

Some still disregard the concerns of Hispanic families at the grass root level. Even in our mid-size city, and our rural communities - every time cuts are made or fees or taxes are increased it impacts all of our community - the proposal to increase city property taxes, and even the economy and the extreme increases in our public services, not too men-

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work together. ¡Basta!

And as we prepare for yet another political season in the distance, we must not allow ourselves to once again become the political piñata, hitting us with what they think they want us to hear, but often they end up insulting our intelligence and never genuinely listening or validating who we are and our needs.

Needs that include equity in purchasing homes, health care, good schools, safety, and jobs.

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.

The fact is that Hispanics are not only about demanding our rights, but also about fully preparing to shoulder responsibility. Latinos want to build a nation where people are judged by their actions and not by their accents.

The growth is there.... and yet, generation after generation, our growth, and our contributions, remain disregarded because our share of voters doesn't quite match our share in the general population.

And, 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.

And when faced with an injustice, we must stand up to it. We must double down. We must go back to our communities, back to the town halls and back to the polls when elections come.

As we move forward, we must not count on others to be our champions.

We need to be our own champions.

We are a community of 50 million people. This is our time!

Still - in observance of this month dedicated to us, Latinos should be admired for believing in the sanctity of the heritage of language and culture and how we treasure these gifts, and for our continuous, and often overlooked contributions to society.

Above all, Hispanics must be viewed not as the problem but as part of the solution. And, with God's favor, as the best days of this community are to come, and as Hispanics ascend, I commit there will be a direct link between these realities. ¡Ánimo!

CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA is the publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine. She created the publication to provide a Latino perspective, and to assure coverage of Hispanic led events. Today, Latino Lubbock Magazine is a centralized source of information with 100,000 readers monthly. She can be reached at (806)792-1212, or by email at news@ latinolubbock.net

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45TH ANNUAL FALL ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL The Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center (GAC) located at 4215 University Avenue, will be held Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event, is family-oriented and features more than 80 vendors selling handmade craft items and fine art. Fall Festival features live entertainment, art demonstrations, concession booths and Art Alley, where kids can participate in arts & crafts, face painting, and fun galore!

FIESTAS DEL LLANO ANNUAL 16TH OF SEPTEMBER PARADE September 12th 10 AM (lineup starts at 8:30AM) Parade line-up First Baptist Church, Broadway and Ave V (route to East of Civic Center). To celebrate Mexico’s Independence from Spain. Just show up and you can participate in the parade. Contact Sam Harper 789-5013.

NWLL BOARD NOMINATIONS September 16, 2015 @7:00PM at River Smith Restaurant will be holding nominations for new board members for the 2016 season at Northwest Little League.. Anybody that would like to volunteer their time and become a board member at Northwest Little League can show up that day to become a board member!! All volunteers are required to pass a background check and also a $20 membership fee... for more information please contact President: Manuel Flores 806-928-5975 WRECK HUNGER FOOD DRIVE is scheduled for September 18th and 19th from 5pm to 5pm at United Market Street at 19th and Quaker. It’s a 24-hour food drive so we’ll be there all night. We’re encouraging the community to come out for free hotdogs Saturday (We’re “roasting the Razorbacks”) and meet and greet with Texas Tech’s athletic teams and mascots. Also, bring food or cash donations to enter to win prizes.

2015 QUARTERBACK S.A.C.K For the 14th season, Texas Tech Football and Ronald McDonald House Charities are again partnering for the Quarterback S.A.CK. promotion to raise money and awareness in supporting critically ill children. Fans are asked to log on to PledgeSackWin.com to pledge for Quarterback S.A.C.K. 6TH ANNUAL FLY & FLING September 19, 1- 6 pm, Free, All ages, Come and see brightly colored kites of all shapes and sizes flying high in the sky. Watch stunt kite demonstrations, fly your own kite, buy a kite, play Frisbee and have fun! McAlister Park, Milwaukee Ave and Marsha Sharp Freeway.

DESSERTS FIRST CULINARY COMPETITION Join Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains in their annual and unique culinary competition where local chefs create an original dessert using Girl Scout cookies. If you are interested please call 806-589-5947.

The event will be held at McPherson Cellars on Sept. 29: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

HISPANA INSPIRADORA AND SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET October 1, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. McKenzie Merket Alumni Center, 1700 University. Dress: Business Professional. Table: $300 (Seating for 8). Call Sylvia Juarez at (806)777-5149.

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Opinion/opinión

An Open Letter to James Loomis, Lubbock City Manager August 14, 2015 Re: City Councilman Outraged and Saddened by the Acts of a Few Lubbock Police Officers

Having personally donned a military uniform as a Captain in the United States Army, I know the camaraderie and esprit de corps one feels as a member of a unit. Having personally served overseas in a combat theater, during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, I know the risks involved in the defense of others.

Nonetheless, in order to maintain public confidence in our police department, those who violate departmental and/or City of Lubbock policy/ procedure, or violate Texas or Federal law must be held accountable. Swift investigation of the facts, regard to individuals’ due process rights, and compliance with the high standards expected of police officers should be guiding principles.

In closing, I believe the general public will continue to support our police department if they feel that local government continues to hold our police officers responsible. However, I also believe that the thin blue line can be reinforced by members of the Lubbock Police Department itself, by demanding that their own be held accountable.

Mr. Loomis, As you know, members of the media have requested to be provided with a copy of the video(s) taken on July 29, 2015 and involving Lubbock Police Officer, Corporal Ryan Durrett and suspect, Jose Carlos Escarega-Ysaias.

At your request, I viewed one of the videos yesterday and was outraged at the conduct exhibited by a few Lubbock police officers who were en route to and at the scene of an automobile accident involving injured police officer Cpl. Durrett and suspect Escarega-Ysaias.

I was equally saddened by the fact that the acts of a few Lubbock police officers have the potential of tainting our entire police department. Truth be told, the majority of the men and women who serve the Lubbock community, in a law enforcement capacity, do so intelligently, honorably and with a keen understanding of the critical role they play in society.

At this point in time, I am requesting that an internal affairs investigation be undertaken as to the actions of the police officers en route and on scene with regards to violations of police/city policy and procedure, violations of civil rights, and the use of excessive force.

presents

Cokie Roberts

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Sincerely, Victor Hernandez Council-member, District 1 City of Lubbock

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INSTRUMENT OF OUR COMMUNITY I just want to thank you for all that you do in our Latino Community. Your magazine is an exceptional instrument of our culture and how you portray each individual in their everyday lives. Thank you and God Bless you and your wonderful family for the hard work and effort you put into each of your magazines. I can tell that each of them are all created with such care and love for our Raza!

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CUBA ARTICLE Enjoyed reading your article on your visit to Cuba.

Emerson Tucker

CODE ENFORCEMENT NEEDED City of Lubbock Code Enforcement help us! My neighbors have out-of-control weeds, junky yards, and throw furniture in the alley, and nothing is being done! The excuse about the weeds and rain is no longer acceptable - their weeds look like trees! I wish that city council members would make take time to drive through their districts and encourage the Code Enforcement department to be proactive and do their job!

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Laura Garcia DON'T JUDGE ALL COPS There are good cops and there are bad cops. First, I will say what has happened in the Ysasaga case is not acceptable.

And the Escarega-Ysaias video, not acceptable. However, it's not acceptable for all police to be judged, because there are some very good officers who care about their community. My neighbor is one of them. At the end of the day, his family worries about his safety, while he protects ours. That said, don't judge all cops by the actions of some. There's problems - but many lie in the city council and management.

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Rick M. A GREAT PICTURE OF CUBA THROUGH LLM Thank you for the featured article on Cuba. I enjoyed reading every word. You gave us a great picture of the country we were secluded from. The possibility of visiting Cuba in the near future looks very promising and I expect to see highlights from your story with my eyes. Again, thank you for such an excellent magazine.

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• Life insurance conversation uncomfortable When it comes to life's most important topics, higher percentages of parents feel comfortable talking with their children about drugs and alcohol (55 percent), religion (53 percent) and politics (44 percent) than discussing life insurance (38 percent), family finances (36 percent) or sex/puberty (30 percent).

• Parents count - 45 percent of Americans first learned about life insurance from a family member. Daughters were most likely to name their moms (21 percent) as their top source for first learning about life insurance, while sons are most likely to list their dads (22 percent).

Becoming a parent is the number one life event that prompts individuals to obtain life insurance coverage (37 percent), however just 51 percent of parents have individual life insurance policies outside of work.

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phones before life insurance - More than 7 in 10 parents consider life insurance to be important (71 percent) and over three-fourths say it plays a role in their overall financial plan (78 percent), yet only 59 percent of parents would be likely to adjust their budget to purchase life insurance. A greater percentage of parents would be willing to adjust their budget to afford cable TV (76 percent), a family vacation (69 percent), or a cell phone and service for each family member (62 percent), compared to life insurance.

• Knowledge Curve - Seventy-eight percent of Americans consider themselves at least somewhat knowledgeable about life insurance.

However, one in five (22 percent) feel they are not at all knowledgeable about life insurance.

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Ruben Reyes Elected Chair of the NADCP Board he Na- leadership the council advised the T tional As- governor on the creation, staffing, opsociation of erations and performance of specialty Drug Court Professionals (NADCP) announced that Judge Ruben Reyes of the 72nd District Court in Texas has been elected to Chair its

Board of Directors.

Judge Reyes is a recognized national expert on Drug Court and criminal justice reform. He was appointed Judge of the 72nd District Court of Lubbock & Crosby Counties in 2006 and handles civil and family cases in Lubbock, and civil, family, criminal and juvenile cases in Crosby County.

In addition to his regular duties and responsibilities, Judge Reyes has presided over the Lubbock County Adult Drug Court Program since 2008.

In 2012, Judge Reyes was appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry to Chair the Governor’s Criminal Justice Advisory Council. Under his

courts to ensure the rights of participants are protected.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead such an outstanding and effective organization,” said Judge Reyes.

“We are now in an era of unprecedented interest in criminal justice reform. It is critical that Drug Courts and other treatment court models remain at the forefront of reform efforts so that this nation can reap the societal and economic benefits they have been proven to provide. I look forward to working with the Drug Court field to ensure we continue to follow best practices and set the standard for treating seriously addicted men and women in our justice system.”

Since 1994, NADCP has worked tirelessly to create and enhance Drug Courts; including adult, juvenile, family, reentry and tribal models; DWI Courts, and Veterans Treatment Courts.

Reyes will serve a term of two years.

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immigrants living in the U.S. illegally, as well as their Americanborn children, bears similarities to a large-scale removal that many Mexican-American families faced 85 years ago.

During the Great Depression, counties and cities in the American Southwest and Midwest forced Mexican immigrants and their families to leave the U.S. over concerns they were taking jobs away from whites, despite their legal right to stay.

The result: Around 500,000 to 1 million Mexican immigrants and Mexican Americans were pushed out of the country during the 1930s repatriation, as the removal is sometimes called.

During that time, immigrants were rounded up and sent to Mexico, sometimes in public places and often without formal proceedings.

Others, scared by the threat of violence, left voluntarily.

About 60 percent of those who left were American citizens, according to various studies on the 1930s repatriation. Later testimony showed families lost most of their possessions and some family members died trying to return.

Neighborhoods in cities such as Houston, San Antonio and Los Angeles became empty.

The impact of the experience on Latinos remains evident today, experts and advocates say.

"It set the tone for later deportations," said Francisco Balderrama, a Chicano studies professor at California State University, Los Angeles.

Two weeks ago, Trump said that, if elected president, he would expand deportations and end "birthright citizenship" for children born to immigrants who are here illegally. Under his plan, Americanborn children of immigrants also would be deported with their parents, and Mexico would be asked to help build a wall along the U.S.Mexico border.

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"They're illegal," Trump said of U.S.-born children of people living in the country illegally. "You either have a country or not."

Amid his comments on immigration, polls show negative impressions of Trump among Latinos.

A Gallup poll released Aug. 24 found that Hispanics were more likely to give Trump unfavorable ratings than favorable ones by 51 percentage points.

Some immigrant advocates pointed to the removal of prominent Latino journalist Jorge Ramos from an Iowa news conference last week as a metaphor for the candidate's desire to remove Latinos from the United States.

"Mr. Trump should heed the following warning: Our Latino and immigrant communities are not going to forget the way he has treated them," the Washington, D.C.-based Fair Immigration Reform Movement said in a statement.

Ramos, an anchor for Univision, was escorted out by a Trump aide after Ramos, who had criticized Trump previously, tried to question Trump about his immigration plan. Trump interrupted Ramos, saying he hadn't been called on, and ultimately told Ramos: "Go back to Univision."

Ramos was saying: "You cannot deport 11 million people," as he was escorted away. He was later allowed to return.

Trump has provided few details on how his proposed deportation effort would be carried out. The conservative-leaning American Action Forum concluded in a report it would cost between $400 billion to $600 billion and take 20 years to remove an estimated 11.2 million immigrants living in the country illegally.

The large-scale deportation he envisions would be impractical to enact, due to the extent that Mexican immigrants have integrated into U.S. society, said Columbia University history professor Mae Ngai.

U.S.-born children of immigrants have been automatically considered American citizens since the

adoption of the Constitution's 14th Amendment in 1868. A Supreme Court ruling in 1898 halted previous attempts to limit the birthright of Chinese-American citizens after the passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act. The ruling upheld the clause for all U.S.-born children, Ngai said, and there have been no successful challenges to the clause since.

In the 1930s, Chicano studies professor Balderrama said, officials skirted the issue of birthright citizenship by saying they did not want to break up families.

"But they did break up families and many children never saw their parents again," said Balderrama, co-author of a book about Mexican repatriation in the 1930s with the late historian Raymond Rodriguez, who testified before a California state committee about seeing his father for the last time at age 10, before the father left for Mexico.

That legacy lingers in songs, often played on Spanish-language radio stations, that allude to mass deportations and separation of loved ones, said Lilia Soto, an American studies professor at the University of Wyoming.

For example, the lyrics to "Ice El Hielo," by the Los Angeles-band La Santa Cecilia, speak of a community afraid that federal agents are about to arrive and launch deportations raids at any moment.

The ballad "Volver, Volver," sung

by Mexican ranchera performer Vicente "Chente" Fernandez, speaks of someone vowing to return to a lover despite all obstacles.

"They're about families being apart," Soto said. "The lyrics are all indirectly linked to this past."

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Appeals Court Strikes Down 'Discriminatory' Texas Voter ID Law

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U.S. appeals court struck A down a Texas law in August requiring voters to show authorized

identification before casting ballots, saying the measure violated the U.S. Voting Rights Act through its "discriminatory effects."

The decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit pertained to one of a series of laws enacted in Republican-governed states requiring potential voters to show identification that Democrats saw as intended to disenfranchise minorities who typically support their party.

"We affirm the district court's finding that SB 14 (Texas Senate Bill 14) violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act through its discriminatory effect," a three-judge panel from the New Orleans-based court said.

The measure was signed into law

in 2011 by then Texas Governor Rick Perry, a Republican, and has been the subject of legal battles since then.

Plaintiffs argued the law would hit elderly and poorer voters, including minorities, hardest because they are less likely to have such identification.

The measure, which supporters say will prevent voter fraud, requires voters to present a photo identification such as a driver's license, passport or military ID card.

U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos ruled in October 2014 that the law, which was challenged by the administration of President Barack Obama and civil rights groups, was unlawful under the Voting Rights Act and U.S. Constitution in part because it discriminates against minority voters.

The Obama administration has

been trying to counter a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in June 2013 that overturned parts of the Voting Rights Act. That ruling freed several states, mostly in the South, from strict federal oversight.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the state will continue to fight to keep the voter ID requirement.

"In light of ongoing voter fraud, it is imperative that Texas has a voter ID law that prevents cheating at the ballot box," he said in a statement.

Critics contend that voter fraud is a miniscule problem overblown by Republicans for political purposes.

The American Civil Liberties Union, which filed an amicus brief in the case to strike down the law, hailed the decision that came near the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. "It is fitting for the court to recognize that laws that deliberately make it harder for black and Latino Americans to vote have no place in our democracy," said Sean Young, a staff attorney at the ACLU's Voting Rights Project.

LULAC Calls for Stronger Hate Crime Legislation

ULAC National President RogL er C. Rocha Jr., released the following statement following a meeting with officials from the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division. The meeting related to last week’s beating of a Latino homeless man in Massachusetts. The victim, who suffered a broken nose and bruises to his head and torso, was also urinated on.

“Last week’s senseless beating of a homeless man solely because he is Latino was an appalling act of hate.

The perpetrators not only admitted to the crime, but were eager to state that they were motivated by Trump’s recent anti-immigrant stance. Such conduct must be investigated and prosecuted by law enforcement at both the federal and state level. We were gratified to learn in our meeting with the Civil Rights Division of the

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that the DOJ is actively accessing the facts and working with state and local law enforcement to ensure the individuals are prosecuted appropriately.

LULAC will continue to work to ensure that such crimes are promptly investigated and prosecuted. We will remain vigilant and use the channels of communications available at the Department of Justice to express our concern when matters need immediate attention.

The Latino community cannot and will not allow itself to be victimized by such bigots."

LULAC joined #50StatesAgain-

stHate, a civil rights campaign that supports stronger hate crime laws.

The initiative advocates for stronger and more inclusive hate crime laws and works to ensure that local law enforcement receive adequate hate crime training. In addition, the campaign will focus on improving both data collection, reporting mechanisms and services for hate crime victims in order to adequately ensure that policy changes are effectively implemented at the grassroots level.

The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities.

ity Manager James Loomis apC pointed Assistant Chief Greg Stevens as the new police chief of

from Texas Tech University.

He also graduated from the F.B.I.’s National Academy and the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas.

The Lubbock City Council confirmed him as police chief at the August 27th City Council meeting.

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Lubbock County's First Hispanic to Seek Office Dies rancisco Carrillo the first His- ters and it was a sight to behold - the F panic in Lubbock, Texas to run girls at the telephones searching for for political office, passed away July voters, block workers rushing in to 27, 2015.

He ran in the Lubbock County May 4 primary in 1968. This was a position that L. C. Derrick, veteran county commissioner from Idalou had held for 10 years.

The two waged textbook political campaigns. Carrillo constructing a smoothly functioning barrio machine that didn't miss a single trick and Derrick waging a solo battle that used more shoe leather than anything else. Carrillo's machine followed the tried and proven methods of big city politics and apparently is the first of its type to be organized in Lubbock.

The Sentinel newspaper reported, "Carrillo's story is the classic one of the poor boy who finds in city politics the opportunity to right the wrongs against his people and carve out a career for himself. The Sentinel spent the day at Carrillo headquar-

ask for help, drivers rushing to carry voters to the polls, the old men standing around the walls waiting to give advice, the young kids wanting to shake the hand of their hero and wish him luck, the Women for Carrillo bringing food."

The old campaigner, Les Derrick said it was the hardest fight he ever had. In the final count Derrick received 3,407 votes to Carrillo's 1,737.

Carillo served his country and community well, and will be missed.

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Rey Martinez Retires From LPD After 34 Years fter 34 A yea rs of serving

FOND FAREWELL: Members current and retired, attended a retirement reception honoring Rey Martinez who served as a member of the lubbock Police Department for 34 years.

Labor Day - Sept. 7, 2015, and the Hispanic workforce

abor Day, Sept. 7, 2015, is the L first Monday in September, and is a creation of the labor movement

and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

A significant portion of the Hispanic population participates in the labor

force. In 2013, 66% of the Hispanic population age 16 and older were in the labor force, which was slightly higher than the level of participation for the total U.S. population. Despite comparable rates of labor force participation, Hispanics experienced an unemployment rate in 2013 (9%) which was higher than that of the total U.S. population (7.5 %). The Hispanic population is represented in a wide variety of occupations.

Thank a Police Officer Day September 19, 2015 ational N Thank a Police Officer

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19, 2015. This day was started as a way for the country to show appreciation to law enforcement men and women.

Police officers put their lives on the line daily to protect and serve our communities.

Citizens are encouraged to take a moment on Sept. 19 to show appreciation through small acts of gratitude like buying an officer a cup of coffee or dropping off snacks to their departments. If you are a teacher or parent, have the children write a short note thanking the police or invite one of them to speak to your class sometime. If you have a business display sign, honor them with a “Thank You.” On any given day, the smallest gesture of a “thank you” is what any police officer appreciates the most.

the Lubbock c o m m u n it y, Detective Rey Martinez of the Lubbock Police Department, is retiring.

Martinez joined the department at 22 years old and became a detective two years later.

"Nobody in my family was ever in law enforcement, I was the first.

But even as a kid, I was taught to respect law enforcement," Martinez said.

Martinez said that respect and admiration turned into a dream come true when he qualified to be an officer.

"I was fortunate enough to work in property crimes, narcotics, special investigations, I worked on the DEA task force, just different assignments, but my primary assignment was always homicide," Martinez said.

Martinez has flown across the state to help other agencies with interviews and interrogations.

"That's always been my specialty," Martinez said.

Martinez said one of the cases that stands out in his memory dates back to 1987 when a woman was killed at a cleaners off of University.

"That was a very brutal murder.

The man that killed her became a fugitive and it took me 17 years to locate him and have him arrested in Mexico - he had fled to Mexico.

We were able to extradite him back and justice was served in that case and we had closure for the family," Martinez said.

Martinez said retiring from the police department with unsolved cases is difficult, but he knows there are men and women who will continue to work to bring closure and justice to families.

"There's a lot of family members over the years that will send me a card, or call me, or make contact or walk up to me and tell me how grateful they are. That is so rewarding," Martinez said.

Martinez said for every murder victim, there are additional victims like friends and family who are mourning a loss. He says being able to bring them closure is one of the satisfying parts of his job.

Martinez earned the Peace Office of the Year award in 2001, an award Powell nominated him for.

"That was a great honor that he even thought of me," Martinez said.

"I wasn't the only one who worked that case, there was a lot of men and women that served. Any of them could have got that," Martinez said.

Martinez's office is filled with awards and honors, but perhaps what means the most is not hanging on the wall.

Martinez's son is also a police officer who served eight years in investigations, right across the hall from his father.

"Not very many men get that opportunity to have their son work with them," Martinez said. "That was like wearing a medal. There is no bigger award."

Ray who has not taken a vacation in a while, will be traveling taking a ride in a train to a major city, traveling overseas to Spain, and truly enjoying life, family, and friends.

In addition, Rey will be getting married.

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Police, fire and rescue may not always be able to reach you quickly in an emergency or disaster. The most important step you can take in helping your local responders is being able to take care of yourself and those in your care; the more people who are prepared, the quicker the community will recover This September, please prepare and plan in the event you must go for three days without electricity, water service, access to a supermarket, or local services for several days. Just follow these four steps: Stay Informed: Information is available from federal, state, local,

tribal, and territorial resources.

Access Ready.gov to learn what to do before, during, and after an emergency.

Make a Plan: Discuss, agree on, and document an emergency plan with those in your care. For sample plans, see Ready. gov. Work together with neighbors, colleagues, and others to build community resilience.

Build a Kit: Keep enough emergency supplies - water, nonperishable food, first aid, prescriptions, flashlight, and battery-powered radio on hand - for you and those in your care.

Get Involved: There are many ways to get involved especially before a disaster occurs. The whole community can participate in programs and activities to make their families, homes and places of worship safer from risks and threats.

Community leaders agree that the formula for ensuring a safer homeland consists of volunteers, a trained and informed public, and increased support of emergency response agencies during disasters.

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El mes de la concienciación del seguro de vida s un excelente momento para fonos celulares antes que para el E conversar sobre este aspecto seguro de vida - Más de 7 de cada importante del plan financiero gen- 10 padres consideran que el seguro eral de la familia. Asegúrese de que el establecimiento de objetivos y la idea de un futuro financiero sólido sean parte de la charla. Un seguro de vida puede ayudarle a usted y su familia a alcanzar los sueños y objetivos de su lista de deseos familiares, incluso cuando se enfrentan situaciones difíciles. ¿Sabía usted?

• La conversación sobre el seguro de vida es incómoda - Cuando se trata de los temas más importantes de la vida, es mayor el porcentaje de padres que se sienten cómodos hablando con sus hijos sobre drogas y alcohol (55 %), religión (53 %) y política (44 %) que el porcentaje relacionado con charlas sobre seguros de vida (38 %), finanzas familiares (36 %) o sexo/pubertad (30 %).

• Los padres cuentan - El 45 % de los estadounidenses supo del seguro de vida gracias a un familiar.

Las mujeres mencionaron como su fuente principal de información con más frecuencia a sus madres (21 %), mientras que los hombres mencionaron a sus padres (22 %). Convertirse en padres es el acontecimiento principal que impulsa a las personas a obtener una cobertura de seguro (37 %); sin embargo, solo el 51 % de los padres tienen pólizas de seguro de vida individual fuera del trabajo.

• La mayoría de las familias crean presupuestos para vacaciones/telé-

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de vida es importante (71 %) y más de tres cuartos afirman que cumple un papel importante en sus planes financieros generales (78 %); sin embargo, solo el 59 % de los padres modificarían sus presupuestos para adquirir un seguro de vida. Un porcentaje mayor de padres estarían dispuestos a modificar sus presupuestos para poder pagar televisión por cable (76 %), vacaciones familiares (69 %) o planes y teléfonos celulares para cada miembro de la familia (62 %), comparado con el seguro de vida.

• Curva de conocimiento - El 78 % de los estadounidenses consideran que, al menos, tienen algo de conocimiento sobre seguros de vida. Sin embargo, uno de cada cinco (22 %) siente que no tiene conocimiento sobre seguros de vida • Más que beneficios por fallecimiento - El 44 % de los estadounidenses creen que "solo se puede acceder a los beneficios del seguro de vida cuando muere la persona asegurada". Sin embargo, muchas pólizas ofrecen beneficios mientras el titular de la póliza se encuentra con vida. Se puede acceder a estos "beneficios en vida" para pagar gastos de la universidad, la jubilación o gastos de emergencia elegibles (esto puede reducir el beneficio por fallecimiento o el valor en efectivo).

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Wellness/ bienestar

Medication Tips During School

pecialists with the Texas Poison S Center Network, say "Parents need to make

sure they're following school district policies before sending their kids off to class carrying any type of medication." It is also important to talk with your child about how dangerous these medications are, even if they are sold over the counter. Explain to children that even though medications may make one child feel better, they can make another child very ill, so medications should never be shared with friends.

Back to school medication safety tips also include: • Always keep medications in their

original container and don't mix several different medications into one container.

• Be familiar with the school's medication policy. Most districts require all medications to be distributed by authorized school personnel. Most policies are going to have you bring the medications to the school nurse and let them distribute the medications. Sending the medication in your child's backpack is not a good idea. Sports bags may contain asthma inhalers, which should never be shared with other people.

For more information visit your school nurse.

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hand, is believed to carry cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver, where it can be eliminated from the body.

Some experts believe that HDL removes excess cholesterol and slows build-up on artery walls. So reducing your risk of heart disease is not as simple as lowering cholesterol levels, or even lowering the level of LDL. In fact, some experts believe that it’s

not actually the levels of cholesterol that contribute to blockages but the size of cholesterol particles and cholesterol transport patterns.

(This doesn’t mean you should keep eating French fries and potato chips!)

Everyone agrees that a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol and regular exercise are good for you and your heart. But before you rush to take medication to lower your cholesterol levels, educate yourself about how cholesterol actually works in your body, read the latest research, and talk to your doctor.

la causa número uno de muerte entre personas, incluyendo hispanos, según la American Heart Association. Por otro lado, se cree que el HDL se lleva el colesterol de las arterias y lo devuelve al hígado donde puede ser eliminado del cuerpo. Algunos expertos afirman que el HDL retira el exceso de colesterol y retrasa la acumulación en las paredes arteriales.

Entonces, reducir el riego de enfermedades coronarias no es tan simple como bajar los niveles de colesterol o inclusive, bajar el nivel de LDL, más conocido como el “colesterol malo”.

De hecho, algunos expertos afirman que no son realmente los niveles

de colesterol los que contribuyen a los bloqueos sino el tamaño de las partículas de colesterol y los patrones de transporte de colesterol. (¡Esto no significa que usted deba continuar comiendo papas fritas y hojuelas de papa!) Todo el mundo está de acuerdo en que una dieta baja en grasas saturadas y colesterol y ejercicio regular son buenos para uno y para el corazón. Sin embargo, antes de que se apresure a tomar cualquier medicamento para bajar sus niveles de colesterol, edúquese respecto de la manera en que el colesterol trabaja en su cuerpo, lea las últimas investigaciones y consulte a su médico.

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dren in a positive way by restricting the opportunity for our children’s choices of unhealthy foods, and extra sugars. Schools also provide our children with increased physical activity.

Per Dr. Angela Castro, “rather than focusing on weight it is more important for the focus to be on healthier eating habits and exercise.”

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Health/Salud

Get Screened

Noticias de salud/ Health News FREE NUTRITION CLASSES Free cooking classes Free dietitian appointments. In September, Catholic Charities will have morning classes at 9 am, starting September 2-16, at 102 Ave. J. They will also offer evening classes in October at 6 pm, starting October 14-28.

Those who complete the entire Learn to Cook program are eligible to receive a $60 gift card.

People can sign up or receive more information by calling Catholic Charities Lubbock office at 806-765-8475.

FREE COLONOSCOPIES ACCION for Rural West Texas is a Colorectal Cancer (CRC) prevention program offers FIT testing and colonoscopies to eligible community members, and patient navigation services, all at nocost to our participants. Residents of Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn & Terry Counties who are: * Ages 50 - 75 * Never had colorectal cancer & no symptoms present * Uninsured or Underinsured * Not up to date with colorectal cancer testing. For more information call (806) 743-4086.

19TH ANNUAL MOW BIG WHEELS Deliver Meals by Meals on Wheels will be held Friday, September 18, 2015 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. They are still needing classic cars to help deliver. Please contact Mary at 806-792-7971 #WhatADifferenceYourLunchHourCanMake 7TH ANNUAL LUPUS WALK The Lupus Foundation of America, Lone Star Chapter (LFA) will host the 7th Walk to End Lupus Now 1.5 Mile event at the Buddy Holly Recreation Area at Hodges Park on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015 from 9 a.m. to noon. The LFA is encouraging the general public to help raise awareness and funds towards patient and support services, education and lupus research. To register a walk team or as individual walker for Walk to End Lupus Now™, visit lubbocklupuswalk2015.kintera.org or call 866-205-2369.

SICKLE CELL SCREENING & BANQUET The Sickle Cell Ministries is a nonprofit organization in Lubbock Texas event will take place on Tuesday September 22, 2015 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Prosperity Bank Conference Center (1501 Ave, Q, Lubbock, TX).

Tickets are available at $50/Person or $85/ couple. Also Table sponsorship is available and starts from $500 seating eight people. All proceeds go to support the community Sickle Cell screening effort. Reservation can be made by contacting Richelle Hair (325) 642-0225 or 806-445-1764.

PRENATAL CLASS SERIES BY CHCL Earn points to receive FREE baby items from Stork's Nest. Learn to have a healthy pregnancy and about your baby's development. Bonding time with new friends and much more. For more information and registration please contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009 FREE DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT CLASSES Are you a Diabetic? Is Someone You Know? CHCL is offering classes. Come and learn how to better control your diabetes, get great tips on living with diabetes.

For more information about the class and when the next class begins, contact Josh at 806765-2611, ext. 1007.

During Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month

ispanic women have one of the H highest rates of cervical cancer. This is because so many women

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

his year, more than 230,000 T men are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer, accord-

ing to the American Cancer Society.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Hispanic men, and the third leading cause of cancer death, following lung cancer and colorectal cancer. Prognosis for prostate cancer has improved greatly in the past 20 years. The survival rate has increased from 67 percent to 97 percent, according to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. With early diagnosis and treatment, most men will continue to live healthy lives

are not getting screened. The fact is that cervical cancer is almost always curable when detected early and it’s largely preventable! But you have to get screened to find out.

Don’t wait. If you or someone you know hasn’t been screened this year, take time this month to get a Pap test and recto-vaginal-pelvic examination.

It’s important to learn the warning signs for the other gynecological cancers. When women and health care providers are well-informed about

the signs, symptoms, and risks of gynecologic cancer, the chances of early detection increase, and more women will survive.

This month, make a commitment to get an annual screening and encourage your friends and the women in your family to do the same.

after prostate cancer. Get yourself tested and encourage the men you love—husbands, fathers, brothers, friends—to get screened this month, especially if they’re over 45. The risk of getting prostate cancer increases with age and the majority of men are as mujeres hispanas tienen las ta- co. Es importante que reconozca las diagnosed after age 65. Because there sas más elevadas de cáncer cervi- señales de advertencia para los otros are few symptoms until very late in the disease, it is important to make cal. Esto se debe a la cantidad de mu- tipos de cáncer ginecológico. Si las yearly screenings part of your health jeres que no se someten a chequeos. mujeres y los proveedores de atenHere is their Business Card.

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Mes sobre el cáncer a la próstata

ace once años mi primo Johnny H ne Según la American Cancer Society, se estima que en el presente

año más de 230.000 hombres serán diagnosticados con cáncer a la próstata. El cáncer a la próstata es el más común entre los varones hispanos y es la tercera causa de muerte por cáncer, después del cáncer al pulmón y el cáncer colorectal. La prognosis para el cáncer a la próstata ha mejorado sustantivamente en los últimos 20 años. Según el National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, la tasa de supervivencia se ha elevado de 67 por ciento a 97 por ciento. Obteniendo un diagnóstico y un tratamiento oportuno, la mayoría de los hombres continuarán llevando una vida saludable luego de haber sido diagnosticados con cáncer a la próstata. Sométase a un chequeo y anime a sus seres queridos, conocidos, esposos, padres,

Be Family Wise

Back to School Doesn't Have to Mean Head Lice for Children

ending children back to school S can mean the unpleasant possibility of coming in contact with head

lice. Lice infestation is the second most frequent health issue for schoolage kids in the U.S., each year affecting more than 12 million children between the ages of 3 and 11, second only to the common cold according to the Centers for Disease Control CHCL FREE DIAand Prevention.

BETES NUTRITION Children miss valuable class time if CLASSES Come and learn they're out while treating head lice, about proper diabetic nutrition so schools have begun to eliminate and meal portion sizes, how "no nit" policies that bar children to prepare diabetic friendly previously infested from returning meals, and get delicious recito school unless proven free of lice pes your entire family will enand nits (eggs). The American Acadjoy. For more information about the class and emy of Pediatrics and the National when the next class begins, contact Josh at Association of School Nurses both 806-765-2611, ext. 1007. support the end of "no nit" policies, citing that nits remaining in the hair September/septiembre 2015, Vol. 9, Issue 8

after treatment are often empty casings or dead eggs, and that head lice, while disturbing and distressing, are essentially harmless rather than a public health concern.

To safely guard against head lice and help to keep the entire family lice free, it's recommended to use a daily lice shampoo, during high risk periods like heading back to school and for 10-14 days after potential exposure.

It's recommended to use a pesticidefree product like Vamousse that has an active ingredient Natrum Muriaticum to dehydrate lice. Non-toxic Vamousse is easy to use and rinses out easily, leaving no pesticide residue.

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IMMUNIZE

Babies need shots at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months.

Older children need shots at 4-6 years and then again at 11-14 years.

Adults need shots too!

A flu shot yearly and other shots as recommended by your physician.

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Education/ Educación

My College Experience:

Education & Scholarship Update

Don't Forget to Thank Your Family

he new semester is finally here!

T Hopefully you are all moved in and are making friends. However

don’t forget one major thing, your family. With all the excitement and limited time it’s easy to become so focused on what’s happening on campus rather than at home. Without meaning to, you can make your parents feel forgotten. This can easily be reversed by sending them a nice “good morning” text, or even just a phone call to see how they are doing. Keeping in touch with your family can help make college feel not so lonely. They have your back and are a shoulder to cry on whenever you feel blue.

Last year when times were tough, I knew I could count on my parents to just be there. Even when it was my time to leave the nest and figure out life for myself, they were there. My family kept me deeply rooted, yet,

gave me the tools I needed to grow.

College is a time to figure out who you are as a person, however your family is and will always be a part of you.

“So you must have wings to show what you can become but also here are many things you can do have roots to remind you where you’re to help your kids start the school from.”

To my parents and other parents year on the right track, like replacreading this, THANK YOU. Without ing an old backpack or getting them the school supplies they need. But you we'd be lost. there's something more meaningful Ayrial Hiracheta- attends Wayland Baptist you can do that may not cost money: University, majoring in English, with a mo- help them with their homework. nior in Journalism. She also swims for the Students who do their homework collegial swimming team. consistently tend to have better grades. It's not always easy to get them to do their homework, especially after a busy day, but these tips can help: • Talk to your children about their homework. It's important that your diferentes medicamentos en un solo kids understand why it's important to do their homework and the posicontenedor.

• Estar familiarizado con la política tive impact it has on grades. Homede medicamentos de la escuela. La work helps them practice what mayoría de los distritos requieren que they've learned as well as prepare todos los medicamentos sean distri- them for upcoming classes. Plus, by buidos por el personal autorizado de doing their homework they develop la escuela. La mayoría de las políticas the discipline and skills they need se van a tener que traer los medica- to be successful throughout their mentos a la enfermera de la escuela y school years. dejar que ellos distribuyen los medi- • Talk to the teachers. Different camentos. Envío de la medicina en la teachers might expect different mochila de su hijo no es una buena things from parents, so be sure to idea. Bolsas de deporte podrán contener inhaladores para el asma, que nunca debe compartirse con otras personas.

Para obtener más información, visite la enfermera de la escuela.

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How to Help Your Kids with their Homework

Consejos medicamentos para los niños E

specialistas con el Texas Poison Center Network, dicen que "Los padres deben asegurarse de que están siguiendo las políticas del distrito escolar antes de enviar a sus hijos a clase llevando ningún tipo de medicación."

También es importante que hable con su hijo acerca de lo peligroso que estos medicamentos son, incluso si se venden sin receta médica. Explique a los niños que a pesar de los medicamentos pueden hacer que un niño se sienta mejor, pueden hacer otro niño muy enfermo, por lo que los medicamentos nunca se deben compartir con los amigos.

Volver a consejos de seguridad de medicamentos escolares también incluyen: • Siempre mantenga los medicamentos en su envase original y no mezcle

LISD Offering Free and Reduced Price Meal Info

ubbock ISD announced its policy L for providing free and reducedprice meals for children served under

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talk to them to figure out your role.

• Select a fixed time to do homework. The best time to do homework is the one that works best for your child and you. It can be before or after playing, watching television or dinnertime. What's important is that homework time is consistent.

Avoid leaving it for the end of the day, when your child is tired and sleepy.

• Pick a quiet area and eliminate distractions. To help your children focus on homework, pick a place in the house where there's plenty of light and no distractions. Make sure the TV is off and put away electronic devices, unless they're essential to doing homework.

• Get them the resources they need.

You don't have to be an expert in all subjects to help your kids with homework. However, you need to make sure they have the tools they need to succeed. If you need expert help, you can always take them to the library or help them with their search online.

(En español on p. 23)

the attached current income eligibility guidelines. Each school/site or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by anyone on request.

The Lubbock ISD campuses participating in the free and reduced program are: Coronado, Monterey, Lubbock High, Talkington SYWL, Evans, Irons, Hutchinson, Honey, Miller, Roscoe Wilson, Smith, Waters and Whiteside.

An application must be completed to determine the eligibility. An adult in the household must fill out free and reduced-price meal application that will need the following information: Names

of all household members. Amount, frequency, and source of current income for each household member. Last 4 digits of the Social Security number of the adult household member who signs the application or, if the adult does not have a social security number, they check a another box for. The signature attesting that the information provided is correct.

Applications are available at 2010 Cesar E. Chavez Drive, or your student’s campus. If you would like more info please contact Lori Torres, Free and Reduced Clerk, (806)219-0717. Applications may also be verified by the school officials at any time during the school year.

Mark Your Calendar

2015-16 LISD School Holidays September 7 Labor Day Holiday September 16 Enrichment Programs October 2 First six weeks ends October 5 GOALS Day (early dismissal) Elem. & Middle October 12 GOALS Day (early dismissal) Elem. & High October 28 Professional Development Day/ Student Holiday November 23-24 Early Dismissal / Half-day professional development

November 25-27 Thanksgiving Holiday December 17-18 End of Semester Early Release December 2-January 1 Christmas Holiday January 4 Teacher Preparation / Student Holiday January 5 Classes resume January 18 Professional Development / Student Holiday February 23 Early Release for Professional Development

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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.

LHS COLLEGE CAREER FIESTA Parents and students are invited to Lubbock High School 2015-2016 September 25, 2015, from 9 am till 12:30 pm in LHS cafeteria. The following schools and learn will be present: Texas Tech, South Plains, Vista, Lubbock Christian, Wayland, as well as the Marines, Navy, Army, and local businesses will be present.

COLLEGE AND CAREER NIGHT October 19, will be at the United Supermarkets Arena from 5:30-7:30 p.m. As in previous years, the come-and-go event will feature financial aid seminars and a multitude of representatives and recruiters from colleges, universities, trade schools and career fields.

BUILDING STRONG FAMILIES CONFERENCE October 22, will the annual This year, the conference will celebrate its 20th anniversary and will be held at the Overton Hotel. No other details are available at this time.

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Youth/Juventud

A TEEN'S VIEW On Hispanic Heritage Month i s p a n i c month is significant, not only does H Heritage it celebrate Hispanics but it reminds Month, HHM, people of our heritage and why it

Youth Opportunities BOY SCOUTS Troop 159 sponsored by St. John Newman Catholic Church, is recruiting Hispanic boys age 11 and up! Members will gain maturity, responsibility, and how to get along with others. Members will go camping and learn outdoor activities. The troops meet every Tuesday at 7 PM at St. John Newman Gym t. If interested, please call Matt Alvarez Jr. at 806-559-8614.

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.

NORTH LUBBOCK BOXING CLUB is currently recruiting youngsters who are willing to train hard, and study hard in school. The services are free of charge except for a $40 annual fee paid to USA Boxing. NLBC is located at 417 N. Akron, behind the Matthews Learning Center.

GIRL SCOUTS Troop 6073 meets weekly at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 3200 Amherst at 6 pm, weekly on Wednesdays.

This troop is focusing on the My Promise My Faith curriculum. The membership dues are $15.

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

is a significant month because it celebrates the history and culture of our people.

This month is to celebrate the positive influence that Hispanics have had on the U.S. through our dedication, family, and faith. Our culture is filled with a rich history that is very intriguing to learn about. Isn’t it just great to be Hispanic, our culture is filled with family, faith, and hard work.

Not many teenagers of today know about their history which is why this

is great to be Hispanic. Just think of your grandparents and great grandparents, who usually try to show you their traditions they had learned. When was the last time you had listened to them and their stories of their past, of their parents' past? That’s why this month is important to us all, to remind you of your great history and past and why being Hispanic is something to be proud of not just what we are always shown on the news and other media.

opportunities for youth, invites students to be a part of the first MiniPinewood Derby and Model Car Show.

This purpose of this event is to ignite and explore interest in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) occupations.

The event will take place Nov. 15, 2015, from 12 to 6 pm, at the Science Spectrum.

Derby entry is $15 Per Racer and includes a car kit, entry fee, and a hot dog lunch.

Model cars will also be on display.

Entries are no cost, and children and parents are invited to enter.

Register online at www.loshermanosfamilia.org, or for more info call (806)7921212.

INTERNATIONAL FAMILY: Frank Garcia & Christy Martinez-Garcia served as host parents to two Japanese student ambassadors, as part of a sister city good program between Lubbock, Texas USA and Musashino City, Japan. The family first became involved with the program when Amaris traveled as part of a Lubbock delegation to Japan when she was 13 years-old. Now ten years later, the family has served almost annually as a host Xavier Gomez - 15, attends Lubbock High family. The family hopes to travel to Japan in the future. where he is a sophomore. He is involved with UIL. His future aspirations are to be a chemical engineer, at Stanford University. He is the son of Mark & Erlinda Gomez

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College and Career Night 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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College and Career Financial Planning 5-7 p.m.

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college & career ready generation Parents, join Lubbock ISD for seminars and events to learn more about college and career readiness and options after high school. Please note the date, time and location of the seminars listed above.

For additional information, contact Dr. Stacy Caviel-Watson by calling 806-219-0350 or emailing swatson@lubbockisd.org.

DERBY ENTRY

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$15 Per Racer (Includes - car kit, entry fee and hotdog lunch)

Model car entries no cost to display.

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Special Section/ Sección Especial

El Charro Restaurant History, Heritage, and the American Dream

of payroll and handles the register. rant, even opening it.

Johnny said that his Mary was a waitress. Johnny helped dad borrowed money in the kitchen and was second in from the owner of the charge. general store. They had They would come from high school picked a 100 pound, to the restaurant and they would do and 50 pound bag of their homework, and then stay at the cotton. Thus, becom- restaurant. Their parents worked all ing the first credit at the the time. Later the family, built a general store, and what house on the block behind the reseventually led to the taurant. store owner trusting Most of the business came from the family. Through the Anglo community. The owners the cotton money they were forced to have a separate dinfunded the restaurant. ing area for the black community The little restaurant because the Anglo community rewas very busy. Their fused to eat with them. They did not mother didn’t speak a like doing this, but had no choice.

Hispanics would come eat there on lot of English.

“She would take them the weekend, especially during the into the kitchen and piscas - Broadway would experi- as well as Woodmen of the World, they would point at ence an influx of Mexican Ameri- other organizations, as well as many what they wanted to cans who would arrive in work politicians. trucks. And on the weekend, they’d More so, the restaurant became a eat,” said Julia.

The family moved come to eat. social club of sort, hosting plenty to Lubbock in 1952. Because of the popularity of the of bands and musicians, and holdTheir father went to restaurant, the family had an op- ing plenty of weddings. Johnny said Celestino & Asuncion Gonzalez hanging a menu on speak with el doctor portunity to grow. They enlarged that a band came in on the weekends their restaurant.

Duran. He got them in and redecorated the restaurant. In they were called the “TaJaurinos.’ touch with la señora an ad they invited the public to open The siblings shared that even JuBY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA Barela. They purchased the build- house held that October 15th, where lia had her quinceañera there. The FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE ing on 19th street from Barela and they asked them to come see the family also evolved into becoming uch like is the American her partner, who owned a tortilleria new dining room, gaily decorated, a middle class family as a result of Dream, a couple whose lives called "La Malinche." On one side sat 150 people, making El Charro the restaurant. have a total seat- Henry had the restaurant for 37 revolved around family, had a desire of what was to be ing capacity of years until he became ill and had to make their dream of being busi- their restaurant 300. In addition, to have open heart surgery. Johnny was a grocery ness owners a reality. they enlarged the took over for those last seven years Celestino Gonzales was an Army store, and a repair kitchen and ser- because his dad could no longer opshop on the other. veteran of World War II. vice, as well as erate the restaurant.

He married Asuncion Gonzales. When they came the parking area “It was okay but it was very differThe couple wanted a family and into Lubbock the in the rear of the ent because he wasn’t there. I didn’t Restausoon began to establish their roots. Aztec building. own the restaurant and didn’t want They had five children – Johnny, rant was the only “Mom was the to run it by myself,” said Johnny.

Mary, Julia, Lucia, and an infant Mexican restaubackbone of ev- In 1968, he opened El Charro No.2, son who had died when he was six rant owned by erything, she was at 1806 Clovis Road. This new locaMr. Brown, who month – Celestino Jr. always there. My tion was west of Avenue Q on the Celestino went to work in a res- was not Hispanic. dad was the so- north side of Clovis Highway, maktaurant in Austin, Texas where he So they were a cial butterfly, he ing it easily accessible from all diworked as a cook, learning the reci- welcome sight. liked to go out rections. pes from the owner who became his They named the restaurant “El The restaurant became a meeting place for and meet with In 1970, a tornado hit the city of mentor. the people,” said Lubbock. Because of the train tracks civic groups and professionals.

Eventually, the young family Charro.” It had Julia adding that the remaining staff at the restaurant moved to Abernathy, Texas. They limited parking opened their very own restaurant in and was located East to what is now everyone called Celestino, “Henry” that evening thought they heard the 1948. They sold traditional Mexi- known as the Lubbock ISD Admin- and that he valued everyone, and ev- train. As it turned out it was the eryone liked the couple. tornado. They ran to the walk-incan food, as well as American food, istration Building. which included hamburgers, and Their mom was quiet, but she was “We had judges, the lawyers, and refrigerator where they took shelter. the boss, standing not quite at five a lot of the professional community As soon as they did, the first torfried chicken. from the downnado hit, and then Johnny Gonzales, their son re- feet. the 2nd tornado called how the family began their "Mom would say one word, or one town area,” she said. hit. It damaged most successful operation way back look and that was it," said Johnny. the #2 location. with a little “hole-in-the-wall” café. They remembered her as a sweet Julia recalled the After the second “We didn’t even have running wa- lady, very giving. Adding that she many discussions never kept their dad from what he by the lawyers, tornado hit, they ter at first,” he recalled. went outside to “We’d come in from picking cot- had to do. She was very supportive. and they would And as each child come to agreecheck the conditon and helping mama grew, they also as- ment over lunch. tions. They heard prepare to serve the sumed their posi- The restaurant someone hollerevening meal.” tions at the restau- became a meeting for help. It Besides the tiny rant. Julia said she ing location for was pitch black. restaurant, they all recalled bussing various groups. El Charro became a place for gathering and A lady was in the worked to fund it. the tables when They would have meetings, for celebrations, and business. car that had been Their dad would go she was in the 6th lunch and dinner turned over. They work at the Elks Club grade. When her meetings for civic clubs. Among the moved her into the restaurant. Anto raise additional dad figured out many groups, they hosted LULAC other person had tried to come in to money. They worked that she knew how meetings, the Spanish Club, as well take cover, but was unable to get in during las piscas, to use the adding as the Commerciantes Organizados - had been killed in his truck. which was how they Lucia Mexico Americanos (C.O.M.A.), Johnny, remembered how after the made enough money The name "El Charro" came from a machine, to carry the restau- restaurant he had worked for in Austin was put in charge which was the Hispanic chamber; tornado devastation the priest from

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St. Joseph’s Church came to talk to his dad and asked if they could feed the kids because Guadalupe school had been severely damaged.

The priest said they would pay him to provide lunch. His dad, who was very community oriented, agreed and told the priest that they would feed the children for free. During the lunch hour, three buses came to the restaurant on 19th, in shifts.

The family had done well, and believed that they could have had a big house. But their family preferred to help people.

“He did a lot of things. He became a Cursiliista. Dad would go to the church, he would be on the radio,” explained Julia.

On May 21, 1989, their dad died.

His funeral was attend by many.

“All walks of life,” said Julia.

“Professionals, working people, all races, all backgrounds.”

“He was very generous,” they agreed recalling that when their dad passed away they found a notebook with many debts and loans he had made to many people that he wroteoff.

Julia concluded sharing that their parents worked very hard.

"I’m very grateful what they did, taking chances, and they were very an example of the Hispanic community, going forward and living out the American dream…the Mexican American Dream and because of his position and his commitment to the community he opened doors for many Hispanics in Lubbock."

Publisher's Note: On Friday eve-

nings, my dad and mom would load up the kids and we would have dinner at El Charro. Many families were there enjoying time. I always ordered the same thing from the menu, a child's plate - a piece of fried chicken and a guacamole salad - it was the best! Sometimes my grandad Juan Martinez would come to dinner with us. He was friends with Mr. Gonzales as was shared with me later. They were cursillistas. As a young adult, I recall attending a COMA luncheon there. It is great to learn of the many trailblazers who had vision, and served the community. They are missed , but not forgotten.

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Hispanic Heritage Month

Los Hermanos Familia Presents th - 4 A N N UA L -

Honoring Hispanics for their Contributions

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

n September 1968, Congress authorized I President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heri-

tage Week, which was observed during the week that included Sept. 15 and Sept. 16. The observance was expanded in 1988 by Congress to a monthlong celebration (Sept.

15 – Oct. 15), effective the following year. America celebrates the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively.

The U.S. Government, in wanting to recognize the accomplishments of Hispanic-American citizens created by Public Law 90-498 National Hispanic Heritage Week on September 17, 1968.

The law was later amended by Public Law 100402 expanding the event to National Hispanic Heritage Month on August 17, 1988.

What is a Hispanic? Let's start by saying what

it is not. It is not a racial identification. Hispanic is more of a regional identification like saying "North American." What is a Hispanic?

Hispanics come in all sizes and shapes.

There are Jewish, Arab, Asian, Indian, Black and White Hispanics as well as brown. What most Americans perceive as brown is actually a mix of Indian and White.

When Spanish explorers settled the Americas, they did not bring families with them like the English settlers did when they arrived in the U.S. The Spanish explorers were mostly soldiers and priests, etc. As a result, the soldiers intermarried with the Indian women they found in the countries they explored. The result was a new racial identity known as mestizos. In time, mestizos became the middle class and the largest population.

The U.S. Census Bureau defines Hispanic Origin as persons of Hispanic origin were identified by a question that asked for self-identification of the person's origin or descent. Respondents were asked to select their origin (and the origin of other household members) from a "flash card" listing ethnic origins. Persons of Hispanic origin, in particular, were those who indicated that their origin was Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American, or some other Hispanic origin. It should be noted that persons of Hispanic origin may be of any race.

Mexican Independence Day

l 15 September 1810 is the day of the "Grito E de Dolores" or Miguel Hidalgo's call to take up arms against Spanish colonial government.

The movement that led to Mexico's independence began on September 16, 1810.

Miguel Hidalgo is regarded as the "Father of Independence". Hidalgo, a criollo Catholic priest, called his parishioners to arms with his now-famous Grito ("Shout") de Dolores, in the small town of Dolores (now Dolores Hidalgo) to Chihuahua.

He marched to Guanajuato, where the Spanish barricaded themselves in a grain warehouse. El Pípila, a miner who burned down the doors, gave Hidalgo the first victory of the independence movement. With Ignacio Allende, he defeated Spanish forces at the battle of Monte de las Cruces, just outside Mexico City. But rather than

pressing to the capital, he retreated to Guanajuato and spent the rest of the war fleeing from a bolstered royalist army.

His forces occupied Guadalajara but then were pushed nor thward toward the U.S. b orde r, where they hoped to find refuge.

The Spanish army caught up with Hidalgo in the state of Jalisco and convicted him of treason. He was executed by firing squad in Chihuahua in 1811, and his head was put on public display in Guanajuato for 10 years.

El Grito de la Independencia noche del 15 de sepLa atiembre del 1810 pasó la historia como uno

de los acontecimientos más significativos para el país de Mexico, ya que en esa fecha tuvo lugar el “Grito de Independencia”, hecho protagonizado por el Padre de la Patria, don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla en la población de Dolores, Guanajuato.

Hidalgo, como muchos otros mexicanos, adoptó los ideales independentistas que desde 1809 se extendían por el país a través de grupos liberales. Uno de éstos, el de Querétaro, encabezado por el corregidor Miguel Domínguez y su esposa, Josefa Ortiz, contaba a Hidalgo entre sus integrantes desde el año de 1810. Varios oficiales del Regimiento de Dragones de la Reina, entre ellos Ignacio Allende, Ignacio Aldama y Mariano Abasolo se unirían algún tiempo después a los conspiradores de

Querétaro.

Hidalgo se dedicó entonces a reclutar partidarios y a comprar o construir armamento. Sin embargo, a principios de septiembre de 1810, la conspiración de Querétaro fue descubierta por el Gobierno Virreinal.

Allende había llegado a Dolores la noche del 14 de septiembre, pero tanto él como Hidalgo ignoraban las consecuencias de haber sido descubiertos. Para entonces, varios de los conspiradores habían sido aprehendidos, pero dona Josefa Ortiz, durante la noche del 15 envió un mensaje al pueblo de Dolores, avisando a Hidalgo y los demás libertadores sobre el inminente peligro que corrían.

Sin esperas más tiempo, Hidalgo marchó a la cárcel de Dolores y puso en libertad a los presos, a quienes dotó con armas de la policía y el Regimiento de la Reina. Durante la madrugada, Hidalgo tocó la campana de la iglesia para convocar al pueblo y al reunirse la multitud en el atrio de la parroquia, pronunció la histórica arenga y al grito de “Viva la América y mueran los gachupines”, se lanzó a la lucha en pos de la independencia de México.

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Gala Latina 2015 to Showcase Culture, Benefit Local Charities

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

he 2015 Gala Latina Committee T will hold its annual Gala to raise funds for the Caprock Foundation,

on Saturday, September 19, 2015.

Marciano Morales, CEO of the Caprock Foundation said that for 12 years, he along with a number of like-minded philanthropist have collectively worked to raise funds to contribute to good causes.

"We formed our foundation to collectively change that image of Hispanics as philanthropist and invest in the community," he said.

The Caprock Foundation was formed for the purpose of increasing the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and the community to care for themselves, and for college scholarships.

Gala Latina, a unique event, focuses

on supporting local charities through its proceeds.

"Our main goal is to guarantee proceeds will remain in our area."

Gala Latina provides a vehicle to celebrate the Latino Culture by highlighting a Latin American Country each year.

This year the theme will be "Colombia”. The band Lara Latin will provide high energy entertainment for dancing. Additionally, the event will feature authentic Colombian cuisine, mementos, and more.

The 2015 community recipients will be Women's Protective Services and Communities in School. The cocktail-attire affair will begin at 7 p.m. at the Science Spectrum. Sponsorship are available at levels ranging between $7,500 and $750.

For more info, call the Caprock Foundation at (806)791-0077.

Anniversary Josue & Becky Silva 49th as of September 3, 1966

Anniversary Raymond & MaryAnn Rodriguez, 46th as of September 6th

Anniversary Emilio & Mary Frances Perez , 26th as of September 17, 1989

Anniversary Joe & Aurelia Rogers, 22nd as of August 14, 1993

Anniversary Juan & Cristina Escobedo II, 2nd as of Sept. 21,2013

Anniversary Brandon & Veronica Duvall, 1st as of August 30, 2014

¡ Felicidades!

Congrat ulat ions!

Anniversary photos may be mailed or delivered by the 21st of each month, along with payment. The fee is $25. Please submit photo, name, number of years, and wedding date. Call (806)792-1212 for more info, or email us at latinolubbock@ suddenlink.net

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It's Back-To-School Time -- for Adults

Neighborhood Meetings UTILITY ASSISTANCE is intended to assist with energy usage and priority is given to elderly individuals who are 60 years of age or older; a home with a child age five (5) or younger; or a disabled household which is defined as a household with at least one member who has a disability. Service must be on and remain on, no fees, late charges, disconnects or charges over 60 days allowed. Households needing these services must call for an appointment to Neighborhood House (741-0459).

HOUSEHOLD CRISIS HEATING/ COOLING SERVICE and repair of existing central units, must meet the local weather crisis criteria. Portable air conditioning/evaporative coolers and heating units (portable electric heaters are allowable only as a last resort) may be purchased for Households that include at least one member that is Elderly, a Person with Disability, or a child age 5 or younger, when the local weather crisis criteria has been met. Call 775-2296 to see if you qualify.

ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst.

HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd.

GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria.

JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Jackson school cafeteria. Call (806)6871751 for info.

Important Numbers for Senior Citizens

Teléfonos de interés para la tercera edad

AARP: 888-687-2277 Social Security: 800-772-1213 Medicare: 800-633-4227 TX Area Agency on Aging: 800-252-9240 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

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n the rush to get everything ready I for their kids, parents might forget that they might

benefit from going back to school too.

The federal government offers affordable adult education classes and programs throughout the United States.

Most classes and programs are free, and are offered in locations like community centers, public schools and community colleges. Governmentsponsored adult education classes include: • GED preparation. A GED diploma is equivalent to a high school diploma and is essential for getting a better job. Several adult education programs offer prep classes to help you get a GED diploma.

• Career and technical education.

Adult education classes and programs can also help you get practical education and training through work certifications. You can take classes on plumbing, office administration, electronics, mechanics, carpentry, health and even computers. Some of these classes are developed with local employers to help students develop skills that local employers need.

• English classes. These classes

are designed for adults who want to learn how to speak, read or write in English. There are courses for beginners and advanced students, but also for native speakers who would like to improve their English skills. If you enroll in these classes you might have to take a test to determine your level of proficiency.

• Citizenship classes. If you are a legal permanent resident and are trying to become a U.S. citizen, you might be interested in taking a citizenship prep class at your local adult school. These classes offer everything you need to know to take the history and civics tests required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. You will also have the opportunity to practice the required citizenship interview.

• Education orientation and help for disabled students. Adult education schools are staffed with counselors who can help students figure out which classes to take and which certifications may help them get a better job. They also have tools to help people with disabilities access classes and programs to take full advantage of the resources available.

El regreso a clases es también para los padres

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l apuro de preparar a los pequeños para el año escolar los padres olvidan que ellos también podrían regresar a la escuela. El Gobierno federal ofrece muchos programas accesibles de clases para adultos en este país.

La mayoría de las clases son gratis y se ofrecen en centros comunitarios, escuelas públicas y colegios comunitarios (community colleges). Los programas de educación para adultos del Gobierno incluyen: • Preparación para el GED. Un diploma de educación secundaria (high school) es clave para obtener un mejor empleo. Los programas de educación para adultos preparan a los estudiantes para pasar el GED, una certificación equivalente al diploma tradicional de high school.

• Clases de inglés. Estas clases están diseñadas para adultos que desean aprender a hablar, leer y escribir en inglés. Hay clases para principiantes pero también para personas que simplemente buscan mejorar sus habilidades del idioma. Debido a que hay varios niveles, los estudiantes toman un examen para determinar en qué nivel pueden comenzar. Las clases tienen un ambiente internacional ya que hay estudiantes de muchos países.

• Clases de ciudadanía. Las clases de inglés van mano a mano con las clases de preparación para la ciudadanía que ofrecen muchas escuelas de

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educación para adultos. Los residentes permanentes que desean convertirse en ciudadanos estadounidenses recibirán la preparación que necesitan para tomar los exámenes de historia y civismo que requiere el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de Estados Unidos. En las clases los estudiantes practican las entrevistas que tendrían en persona el día del examen con un oficial de inmigración.

• Capacitación técnica. Los programas de clases para adultos también incluyen capacitación técnica de trabajo y certificaciones en varias áreas. Los estudiantes pueden tomar clases de computación, plomería, administración, electrónica, mecánica, enfermería y carpintería, entre otras cosas. Muchas de estas clases son desarrolladas en conjunto con los empleadores de la localidad para que así los estudiantes tengan las habilidades que necesitan para obtener los trabajos disponibles en el lugar donde viven.

• Orientación general y asistencia para discapacitados. Las escuelas de educación de adultos cuentan con asesores para orientar a los estudiantes sobre qué clases tomar y cuáles certificaciones les podrían ayudar a conseguir un mejor trabajo. Además cuentan con herramientas para asistir a personas con discapacidades y ayudarles a tener acceso a las clases.

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Lubbock Area Foundation

Announces Name Change, Grantees

he Lubbock Area Foundation, T which was created in 1981, has announced five new grantees and a

change of its name to Community Foundation of West Texas.

Sheryl Cates, president, said, “We believe that the success of this region requires our visionary community leadership.”

New grants of $500 each were given in the following five categories: ■ Arts and Culture: Ballet Lubbock.

■ Animal Services: Refuge Services.

■ Basic Needs and Self-sufficiency: Baptist Child and Family Services.

■ Civic, Social and Economic De-

velopment: High Point Village.

■ Education and Youth: Crossview Christian Camp.

Also, an additional $1,000 was given to the group’s Impact Award winner, which is Baptist Child and Family Services.

According to Cates, the foundation seeks to create solutions and take care of a broad array of issues. “Those include arts and culture; education and youth; and civic, social and community development,” she said.

During its existence, the foundation has granted more than $15.5 million to causes in this area.

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Consider scouts for your kids

BY REGINE CLIATT FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

tudies show that students that are S actively involved in their community tend to make higher grades

than those who are not.

Organizations such as Boy Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of TexasOklahoma Plains recruit children as young as Kindergarten to join them.

The Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts in the Lubbock area combine to cater to over 5,300 youth, but they are still looking to expand their reach.

“We would love for more local girls to have the opportunity to experience Scouting!” said Allison Berry,

the community engagement coordi- effort to make Boy Scouts available to boys across Lubbock. nator for the Lubbock and Victoria Chadiz, a recent Abilene area. graduate from Estacado High Berry said approximately School, said there are a lot of 48 percent of the regisbenefits to being involved in tered Girl Scouts in the organizations such as Girl Lubbock area classify as Scouts.

Hispanic.

“I’ve learned how to become However, Nathan Baie, a better person.” Chadiz said. scout executive of the “I’ve learned how to overSouth Plains Council said come a lot of obstacles.” approximately a quarter Chadiz said that being in of the boys who identified Girl Scouts helped her with themselves are Hispanic in her social skills and meeting Boy Scouts in this region. people at events for other orBaie said they are not serving the percentage of Hispanics they ganizations as well. should be, but they are making an

Sigma Delta Pi to Hold Spanish Day

igma Delta Pi, the National ColleS giate Hispanic Honor Society, Unidos Por Un Mismo Idioma (UMI), and other Hispanic organizations, will celebrate Spanish Day with a forum from 5:30 to 7 pm, on September 15.

The venue will be announced later on their Facebook page, or on the

Latino Lubbock Magazine page at www. facebook.com/LatinoLubbock The theme of the forum is “Diverse Perspectives of Spanish: A Student Panel of Non-Native Speakers” with a focus on the Spanish language. The invited panelists will include graduate, undergraduate, and high school students.

En Aquellos Dias….

eptiembre era el tiempo de S la pisca y tiempos de conocer otras caras en la

For a chance to win a pair of tickets, "Like" and "Share" us on Facebook at

escuela.

En esos dias viviamos en un rancho en Ropesville.

Habia una familia que venian cada año, solo que estabamos en ancias para verlos. La familia venian de Harlingen cada año. Las dos hijas, Edna y Rosalinda, y un hijo, Eddie Jr., hiban a la escuela medio dia y luego trabajaban en la labor piscando algodon en la tarde. Mi papa y mama nunca nos sacaban de la escuela para trabajar pero en la tarde que saliamos de la escuela y llegavamos a la casa, nos hibanos a piscar. El sabado, piscabamos hasta medio dia y en la tarde nos veniamos al pueblo.

La familia se estaban hasta diciembre y se hiban otras ve para Harlingen. Por un tiempo nos comunicabamos con Edna y Rosalinda por correo. Por fin dejaron de venir y la ultima carta supe que Edna se iba a casar y que el señor habia fallecido.

Han pasado años y a veces pienso en esta familia.

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

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The forum will be followed by a reception which will feature Salvadorian cuisine.

For more information about this event, please contact the President, Gayle Jeffers, at texastechsigmadeltapi@gmail. com, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/ TTUSigma

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CUBA: A Visit to Where Time Stands Still, and People... Hopeful - Part 2

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

A

s we made our way through the sites of Havana, various things stood out for me.

One was a beautiful bust of American President, Abraham Lincoln, located in the Revolutionary Museum.

Cuba is a country of many contradictions, and I thought it interesting that this homage to an American president existed. You see, upon Fidel Castro taking power, he visited Washington, D.C. During his trip, he visited memorials dedicated to Lincoln and Jefferson, he placed wreaths to honor them.

Well, pretty much after that, the relationship between the USA and Cuba went downhill.

As many Americans have witnessed, it's been a stalemate that has outlasted 10 American presidents, a failed invasion, a nuclear crisis and countless boatloads of Cuban asylum seekers.

President Barack Obama is the 11th President to deal with the Castro brothers, who have been dictators and have kept their grip on Cuba for more than a half-century.

Fidel Castro soon turned to the Soviet Union in October 1960, and diplomatic relations with the USA were severed since then.

I recall reading, "The Bay of Pigs" in college, which attempted to get rid of Castro. The Bay of Pigs was followed a year later by the Cuban missile crisis, a U.S.-Soviet stare down that ended with Moscow removing its missiles from the island.

Many issues came and went, but the famous embargo stayed true to its word, and has endured since then.

The past months Americans have now witnessed embassies opening up - first the Cubans in the USA, and last month Americans in Cuba.

And the older generation of Cuban-Americans who fled during the early years of Fidel Castro's authoritarian regime has been the strongest proponent of maintaining the tough embargo.

Many of my friends who are of Cuban descent, have stated they will not return to Cuba until the dictatorship and lives of the Castro's are no more.

On many levels I can understand the resistance. I'm a person that likes to make observances and come to conclusions for myself.

So visiting Cuba, the mother country of Cuban Americans was like visiting a tía (aunt), who we hadn't seen or met because she divorced our tío (uncle), but somehow still had a connection to her because of our cousins.

You don't want to like her because

of our loyalty to tío, but she is welcoming. Needless to say, the struggle is real and soon time will tell if the family will work out the situation. For the sake of the kids, I hope the issues are resolved.

As tourists there are many experiences that you want to take in. For my husband, a visit to a cigar store owned by the government, was icing on the cake.

Cigars were displayed on the cabinet like gold, and ron (Cuban for rum) lined the shelves waiting to be purchased. Inside the small shop, was also a vendor for Cuban espresso, another example of a small-scale private business.

President Obama's historic moves to restore diplomatic relations with Cuba are raising new questions about how U.S. citizens can travel to Cuba, and perhaps most importantly for many, whether it's now legal to buy Cuba's famed cigars.

But despite Obama's efforts, Americans still face real limitations in the law in terms of how they can trade with, and travel to, the communist island. We were limited to purchasing $100 worth of a combination of coffee, rum, and cigars. The prices for the best now so cheap, as such once they add up - it was like gold.

Meanwhile, it's still illegal to buy Cuban tobacco or alcohol from third countries or over the Internet.

One of the highlights of the trip was Cuban music performances. We got to see the famous Buena Vista Social Club band. The group was named after the Havana institution, and became an international success.

In addition, we visited the famous Tropicana Club, which was like attending a 50's style Vegas show.

I truly felt as if I had gone back in time.

In regards to travel, there are 12 categories of authorized travel, including family visits, official government business, journalism, education, religious activities, athletic competitions and other public performances, support for the Cuban people, and humanitarian reasons.

Here's the issue - CUBA IS CROWDED. So my concern, is where will they place people when/ if travel restrictions are lifted?

Along with the travel rules, the embargo against Cuba was codified in 1996, and it will take a change to the law to lift it. Obama is hoping to convince Congress to do just that, but Republicans seem highly unlikely to oblige him.

Republicans in general have said Obama is giving too much away to Cuba, and should be demanding democratic reforms and the release of political prisoners. So the embargo seems likely to hang around for a while longer.

Publisher's Note: Please note that Part III will showcase art and of Cuba along with photos, will be included in the October issue of Latino Lubbock.

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Cuban Cigars Cu-

ban cigars can be deemed as a sign of wealth. This dates back to the early part of the 20th century right up to the embargo when there were only two types of cigars, genuine Havana’s and the scraps from these stogies used to make machine made cigars. Only men of affluence could afford the real deal, while the hard working middle class and below, had to buy the two for a nickel sticks at their local shop. f these prohibited cigars do become legal in America, it will be a fabulous boost for the industry and most importantly, the revival of a struggling Cuban economy.

Cafe de Cuba

In Cuba, an espresso cut with a small amount of warm milk is known as a cortadito. There are several variations, including cortado condensada, cafe con leche condensada or bombon (espresso with condensed milk) and leche y leche (with condensed milk and cream on top).

True Cuban style coffee, includes sugar in addition to milk, and its own brewing method. It is an important part of everyday culture for Cubans. It can be found all over Little Havana in Florida. It is amazing!

Cuban Music

The music of Cuba, including its instruments, performance and dance, comprises a large set of unique traditions influenced mostly by west African and European (especially Spanish) music. Due to the syncretic nature of most of its genres, Cuban music is often considered one of the richest and most influential regional musics of the world. For instance, the son cubano merges an adapted Spanish guitar (tres), melody, harmony, and lyrical traditions with Afro-Cuban percussion and rhythms. Christy pictured with two original members of the famous Buena Vista Social Club Band.

Ron (Rum)

Cuba has become known as the "Isle of Rum", due to a combination of worldfamous sugar cane (first introduced by Christopher Columbus in 1493), a favorable Caribbean climate, fertile soil, and the unique know-how of Cuban "Maestro Roneros" (master rum-makers). The histories of sugarcane and its ethereal descendant — authentic Cuban rum — are closely associated with the legends of the Cuban nation. Rum makers have kept alive the art of aging and blending premium rums, thus ensuring the excellence of the Cuban rum-making tradition.

La Tropicana Club

the Tropicana, also known as Tropicana Club, The spectacular showplace that became The Tropicana evolved out of a Depression-era bohemian nightclub called Edén Concert. It is a world-known cabaret and club in Havana, and was launched in 1939 at Villa Mina, a sixacre (24,000 m²) suburban estate with lush tropical gardens in Havana's Marianao neighborhood The spectacular show includes singers, dancers and musicians, as well as food and drinking. Gambling, show girls, and the mob have a history at the Tropicana.

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión Church Bulletins FIESTA DE COLORES September 6, beginning at noon, Catholic Renewal Center, 4th & Toledo, Lubbock.

OUR LADY OF GRACE MEN'S CLUB of Our Lady of Grace took time from preparing awesome burgers to have their photo made by Latino Lubbock Magazine. The famous burgers are delicious, and the proceeds benefit church programs and scholarships. Thanks guys!

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St Phillip’s Benizi Forms KOC Council

he Knights of Columbus in the Lubbock Diocese, are proud to welcome the newest Council #16210 St. Phillip Benizi Idalou!

The priest Father Jose and the church members are extremely excited to have a Knights of Columbus Council at their parish.

This Council was officially created in the fraternal year of 2014-2015, and just a few months into the fraternal year the council have almost

40 members, have formed a Squires group, and received the coveted Star Council Award.

“The future is bright for this parish and Council and I am extremely happy to have played a small part in the making of this Council,” said Chris Stark, the Council’s Field Agent.

Congratulations to the new chapter and St Phillip’s in Idalou from Latino Lubbock Magazine.

(Photo by Chris Stark/KOC)

Forward in Christ

OLG GUADALUPANAS: The awesome Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Grace, are committed to their parish, and to God. They are dedicated volunteers and did their part to raise

BY JOE CASTILLO funds to benefit the church. Blessings ladies!

"BLESSED is he that keeps the Commandments of God."~ Psalms1-3 "But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he does shall prosper." Depart From unrighteousness you that bear the vessel of the Lord or else we will wither and die.

John 15:1,2,4-5; "I AM THE TRUE VINE, AND MY FATHER IS THE HUSBANDMAN. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can you, except you abide in me. I Am THE Vine, you are the branches: He that abides in

me, and I in him, the same brings forth much fruit: for without me you can do nothing." God is the Vine, he supports the branches and gives it the life given sap and nutrients that it needs to live and produce good fruit. The branches don't support the vine. Revelation 22:14; "Blessed are they that do his Commandments, that they may have the rights to the tree of life." We must remain on the Rock from which we were hewn, and bear good fruit so that we can be like a tree planted by the rivers of waters.

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.

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JAMAICAS/FESTIVALS: Sept. 5, Spur Saint Mary, 12 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Sept. 27, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Snyder, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Sept. 27, Saint Michael, Levelland, 11 a.m. .

ST. MICHAEL'S FEAST DAY will celebrate its feast day and jamaica on September 27th. There will be food and game booths as well as live music all afternoon.

Raffle tickets are on sale for a $2,000 gift card, a 60" television, a riding lawn mower, a Yeti cooler and other great prizes. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Come enjoy the fun.

COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the 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.

SAINT ELIZABETH YOUNG ADULT GROUP - Scripture study and faith sharing, led by Father Jorge, every Monday 8-9 p.m. in the Pallotti Building, 2308 Broadway, Lubbock. All grad, law and medical students, as well as other young professionals who have moved beyond their college years are welcome.

MASS IN SPANISH at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm.

Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225

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MISA EN ESPAÑOL 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 MASS AT REESE: The South Plains College Catholic Student Organization and Saint John Neumann Church sponsor Mass or Communion at Reese Center every Wednesday at 12:05 PM in RC 822A, in building 8 until further notice. Normally this will be a Mass, but if no priest is available, Deacon Ed Sears will conduct a Communion Service. All are welcome!

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Como ayudar a los hijos con la tarea

ay muchas cosas que los padres H pueden hacer para ayudar a sus hijos en su regreso a la escuela,

como reemplazar la mochila vieja o comprarles los útiles que necesitan. Pero hay algo que pueden hacer que es más importante y no siempre cuesta dinero: ayudarlos con la tarea.

Los niños que hacen la tarea constantemente suelen tener mejores

calificaciones. Y aunque a veces no es fácil hacerlos cambiar el televisor o la computadora por el cuaderno de tarea, especialmente después de un día largo de actividades, estos consejos pueden ayudar: • Hablar con los hijos sobre la tarea.

Es importante que los niños entiendan la importancia de hacer la tarea y el impacto positivo que puede tener en sus calificaciones. Además de repasar y practicar lo que aprendieron en clase, la tarea los ayuda a prepararse para las lecciones del día siguiente y desarrollar la disciplina que necesitan para su éxito académico.

• Reunirse con los maestros. Cuando se trata de la tarea, los maestros

pueden tener exigencias distintas.

Por lo tanto es importante hablar con ellos para conocer sus expectativas.

• Fijar un horario para hacer la tarea. El mejor momento para hacer la tarea es el que mejor funciona con las actividades del estudiante y la disponibilidad de sus papás. Puede ser antes o después de jugar, ver televisión, cenar o de hacer alguna actividad extracurricular. Lo importante es que la hora sea constante y que no sea la última actividad del día, cuando el niño esté cansado y con sueño.

• Escoger un lugar cómodo y eliminar las distracciones. Para fomentar la concentración es importante encontrar un lugar en la casa que tenga buena iluminación donde el niño pueda sentarse y hacer la tarea sin distracciones - como televisores prendidos o aparatos electrónicos a mano, a menos de que sean esenciales para hacer la tarea.

• Proveer los recursos necesarios.

Los padres no tienen que ser expertos en todas las materias para ayudar a sus hijos con la tarea. Sin embargo, pueden proveerles los recursos que necesitan, incluyendo lápices, plumas, borradores y papel para escribir. También pueden llevar a sus hijos a la biblioteca o navegar el Internet con ellos para encontrar recursos que ayuden con la tarea.

KOC FAMILY WEEK BOWLING: The Knights of Columbus #11807 of our Lady of Guadalupe held a bowling event during the KOC Family Week. It was a fun event, and an opportunity to encourage family time, and showcase their bowling skills.

SHARING BROTHERLY LOVE: KOC #11807 Members proudly presented school supplies to a church member in need who was gearing up for his first day of school. The members wanted to make his first day of school positive, and prepared. The group pre(In English on p. ) sented the supplies at their Family Week Picnic that included food, fun, and fellowship.

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Veteran's Affairs/ Asuntos de los Veteranos

Dr. Hector P. Garcia An American Hero n 2009, SenI ate Bill 495, established the

MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AND STAND UP TO CRIME: The Lubbock Police Department and the Explorers members provided Child ID Kits and gave out balloons, and met with lots of families at the "National Night Out" event held at Stumpy Hamilton Park last month. The officers also introduced neighbors to members of their K-9 Unit, the Horse Patrol, and various members of the LPD. The event strengthens communities and builds strong relationships with neighbors and local law enforcement. The event was organized by the Lubbock United Neighborhood Association (LUNA).

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third Wednesday of September as Dr. Hector P. Garcia Day to be observed annually.

A fierce civil rights pioneer, Dr. Hector P. Garcia dedicated his life to fighting for justice and equality for Mexican Americans.

Whether pushing for health benefits for Hispanic veterans or pressuring a community to desegregate the school system, Garcia successfully marshaled support from migrant laborers and American Presidents to break down social barriers.

Born in 1914 in Mexico, Garcia emigrated with his family to Mercedes, Texas at a time when Mexican Americans endured harsh discrimination and could not visit the same restaurants, movie theatres, and barber shops as Anglos. Fortunately, Garcia’s parents instilled a love for and respect of education in him and his siblings.

Garcia attended Edinburgh Junior College, hitchhiking 30 miles to and from school every day, and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 1934. After earning a medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Garcia joined the Army to fight in World War II. While overseas, he earned a Bronze Star and six battle stars, met and married his Italian-born wife, Wanda, and had his first child. After the war,

the family, which would eventually include four children, settled in Corpus Christi, and Dr. Hector, as he was known, started his medical practice.

Garcia’s passion to serve soon went far beyond his medical clinic. He was frustrated by a lack of health care and financial resources for Mexican American veterans and substandard schools for Mexican American children. So in 1948, Garcia founded the American GI Forum, whose motto was, “Education is our freedom, and freedom should be everybody’s business.”

The GI Forum played an instrumental role in numerous civil rights efforts and court cases, including Delgado vs. Bastrop ISD, the landmark Mexican American desegregation case. Garcia and the GI Forum garnered national attention in 1949, when they petitioned then-Senator Lyndon B. Johnson and secured a burial for war hero Felix Longoria in Arlington National Cemetery. Longoria was the first Mexican American to be buried there.

Working diligently for social and political reform, the GI Forum developed into a respected voice for Mexican Americans that truly affected change. By the time Garcia was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1984 – the highest civilian honor given by a U.S. President – many of the barriers Garcia fought so hard for had come tumbling down.

Garcia died in 1996, leaving an important lesson for school children and all Americans about the importance of fighting for equality and justice for all.

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hat happens when veterans W get out of the military after serving a lot of years and

they come home to provide for a wife and children?

What next? How do they Southside Recycling Center, make the transition from located at 1631 serving our country to enjoying this country and be84th Street ing productive back at home?

In April, Starcare was awarded a Northside Recycling Center, special grant to help homeless vetlocated at 208 erans in the Lubbock area.

Municipal Drive. Already, some area veterans have been identified in need and will The City’s four benefit from that resource. recycling stations: The good news is there is a lot more grant money available to help others. Dave Lewis, Director of Lowe's Veterans Services at StarCare, says 26th Street & "This is a big effort by the VA to get Canton Ave.

veterans off the streets by the end of the year. It's a very aggressive grant serving 20 counties. We've already had 5 veterans identified here in the local area in Lubbock and several more in our surrounding communities. So, we're working hard to provide transition housing, permanent housing, and prevent veteran homelessness."

Dave adds that most veterans make the transition back home again without any issues. But Starcare is a resource to veterans and their families if there is any kind of problem adjusting after military life.

For more info call (806) 470-9317 or go to www.vetstar.org.

50th St. & Indiana Ave. 82nd Street & Frankford Ave. 2630 Parkway Dr.

Veteran Connection BOOTS TO BUSINESS is a three-step entrepreneurial education initiative offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an elective track within the Department of Defense’s revised Training Assistance Program called Transition Goals, Plans, Success (Transition GPS). https://www. sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ovbd/resources/160511 MILITARY MASS HELD MONTHLY Saint John Neumann Church, 58022 22nd St., will hold a military Mass for loved ones, deceased or living, Saturday at 5:30 p.m.

The military Mass is held the last Saturday of each month.

PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 1000 hours, at American Legion, 6628 66Th St, in Lubbock. For more info call John Murdock at (806) 829-2805.

SBA VETERAN’S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The Office of Veterans Business Development's mission is to maximize the availability, applicability and usability of all administration small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their Dependents or Survivors. Contact Armando Garcia at 806-472-7462 ext: 104.

DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services nationwide.

It helps people with disabilities and their relatives find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability. gov BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION (BVA) From blinded veterans, for blinded veterans. Services offered include transportation assistance, and connects blinded veterans from earlier wars (Vietnam War, Korean War…) with blinded veterans of recent conflicts (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.). www.bva.org HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www.helpourmilitaryheroes.org

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CRISIS LINE 1-800-273-TALK(8255) "Press 1 for Veterans" U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 806-472-3420 Lubbock Vet Center 806-792-9782 or 877-927-8387 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

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Memoriam/memorial IRENE ORTEGA GARZA, 82, of Lubbock passed away on July 31, 2015. Irene was born on March 17, 1933, in San Antonio to her late parents, Alfredo and Marcelina (Ortega) Garza. Irene is survived by her sister, Gloria Garza Dominguez and husband, Joe of Lubbock; Yolanda Herrera of San Angelo; her niece and care provider, Esmeralda Dominguez; along with several nieces and nephews who all loved her very much.

JUAN SEGURA, 66, of Lubbock passed away Aug. 7, 2015. He was born Dec. 6, 1948, in Lubbock. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 1968 and served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 196970. He was awarded the Bronze Star. Juan, an accomplished musician, played professionally as a mariachi member throughout all of West Texas and beyond. Juan also was choir minister at Our Lady of Grace for over 40 years. Juan worked for 38 years as MARISSA LEE- a dental tech for Trippe Porcelain Labs and ANN MARROQUIN, Technicare before retiring in 2009. Juan is 24, of Lubbock passed survived by his two sons, Timothy J. Segura away on Aug. 2, 2015. and wife, Susie and Manuel J. Segura and She was born on Dec. wife, Roselyn; grandchildren, Johnathon, 20, 1990, in Lubbock to Maricel, Xavier and Isabella; and the chilthe late Adolfo Marro- dren's mother, Linda Segura; and sister, Adquin, Sr. (2013) and Ma- ela Brito and husband, Benny Brito. ria Alvarado. She loved NIRIA TIJERINA, to worship at The Dream 54, of Lubbock passed Center and was active in the softball team. away on July 28, 2015.

Survivors include her husband of four years, She was born on July Fernando Sanchez of Slaton; four sons, 9, 1961, in Lubbock to Isaac Martinez Jr., Sabas Martinez, Noah Miguel and Maria TijeMartinez and Elijah Sanchez, all of Lubbock; rina. Niria had a cona daughter, Jazzaray Marroquin of Lubbock; tagious smile and she her mother, Maria Alvarado of Lubbock; two would make everyone brothers, Adolfo Marroquin Jr. and Alfred laugh with her character Marroquin, both of Lubbock; four sisters, Margarita Marroquin, Monica Marroquin, and funny voices. Mrs. Tijerina is survived by Mary Marroquin, and Melissa Marroquin, all her ex-husband and great friend Roy DeLeof Lubbock; her paternal grandmother, An- on; one son, Reese DeLeon (Lindsey); two daughters, Vannessa Aguirre (Daniel) and gelita Marroquin of Brownfield.

Natalie DeLeon; her mother, Maria Tijerina; brothers, Orlando and Michael Tijerina; sisGUADALUPE T. ters, Gloria, Estella, Elvia, Annie, Irosema, QUEZADA, 63, of Elizabeth and Delia all of Lubbock. She also Lubbock passed away leaves behind ten grandchildren. Niria is preon July 31, 2015. Guaceded in death by her father, Miguel (2008). dalupe was born Oct. 3, 1951, in Flatonia, Texas, LUCY FLORES to her late parents: Ocpassed away Aug. 13, tavio and Maria Torres.

2015. Lucy was born Silo married the love on March 4, 1940, to of her life, Francisco Quezada on March 24, 1984, at Our Lady of Timotea (Romo) Vielma Grace Church in Lubbock. She is survived in Sanderson, Texas. by her husband, Francisco Frank; and son, On Oct. 13, 1956, Lucy Fernando, both of Levelland; sisters, Santos married the love of her Soto and Julia Proa, both of Mansfield, Tex- life, Roberto in Lubbock, as; Mary Hellen of San Antonio and Pauline Texas. Survivors include Segura of Richmond; also brother, Arthur her children, Bobby Flores, Jr., Abel Flores and wife, Kathy, Anna Black and husband, and Octavio Torres Jr., both of Lubbock.

Willie, George Flores and wife, Trish, Diana Torres and husband, Willie; grandchildren, ROSEMARY GALI- and great-grandchildren. She was preceded CIA, 68 of Lubbock in death by her mother, Timotea Vielma; passed away Aug. 18, stepfather, Abe Vielma Sr.; her husband, 2015. Rosemary was Roberto Flores; brother, Onesimo Romo; born in Lubbock on July and stepbrother, Abe Vielma Jr. 20, 1947. She is survived by son Enos Benavidez and daughter Debbie In Loving Memory Of Galicia, nine grandchilGenoveva “Beva” Castro Perez dren; three great grandSept. 17, 2004 children; brother, Enos Escamilla; sisters, Beva, Eudelia Valverde; Maria Florez; Delores You are still thought of, Vecchio; Josie Trevino and Guadalupe Sanmissed and remembered. chez. She is preceded in death by her parSeeing your smile even in ents, Inez and Santos Escamilla; husband, photos brings us joy.

Julio Galicia; and brother, Richard Escamilla.

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DARIN HERNANDEZ, 36, of Lubbock passed away on Aug. 16, 2015. He was born on Nov. 25, 1978, in Lubbock to his late father, Benjamin Hernandez and his mother, Rosa.

Darin had a great sense of humor. He loved watching sports and spending time with his two beautiful daughters, Alexandria Alicia Hernandez and Madilyn Marie Hernandez.

He is survived by his mother, Rosa Hernandez; brothers, Chris, Anthony, Eric, Ben, Rocky, Danny, and Gabriel; and one sister, Alexi. He is also survived by a lifelong friend, Jessica Chavez. He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Hernandez.

JOE T. VALDEZ JR. passed away on Aug. 13, 2015. Joe was born on Feb. 5, 1928, to the late Jose and Tomasa (Torres) Valdez in Hondo, Texas. On Nov. 21, 1944, he married Pauline Hernandez in Lubbock. Joe served in the US Army. Following his military service he drove a truck, retiring from Furr's Inc. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.

Joe had a great sense of humor and will be greatly missed. Joe is survived by his wife, Pauline Valdez; eight children, Jesse Valdez, Julian Valdez, Josephine Montes, Rosendo Valdez, Janie Garza, Linda Rodriguez, Tomas Valdez, and Steve Valdez, all of Lubbock; 20 grandchildren; 39 greatgrandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Manuela Ortiz; and a brother, Luis

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

CARMEN MARY SALAZAR, 65, of Lubbock, died July 24, 2015. She was born in El Paso on April 20, 1950.

She graduated from Lubbock High and attended TTU. She retired from the city of Lubbock in 2011. Carmen was a member of the Ladies LULAC Council 281 and a former YWCA Board of Directors member. She was the first Lubbock Hispanic Woman of the Year and member of Hispanic Association of Women. Carmen is survived by her mother, Carmen S. Salazar and her siblings from Lubbock: Lupe (Jaime Sr.) Garcia; Elizabeth Salazar; Brenda Salazar.

Also, Clarissa (Jess) and children Paloma and Cruz Arter from Lincoln, NE, and John (Rosa) Salazar of Artesia, CA. Her nephews include Jaime Jr. (Mandy) Garcia and greatniece Adriana; Gaspar Garcia of Irving; Javier Garcia and great-nephew Presley; and Jason Salazar of Seattle. As well as numerous family and friends.

GUADALUPE G. VILLARREAL, 73, passed away Monday, Aug. 24, 2015. Guadalupe was born June 21, 1942, in Temple to the late Celestino and Paula Villarreal. He married McCala Ramirez on Nov. 3, 1964, in Lubbock and was a loyal member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He was a Catholic Charismatic Renewal, Cursillista, Guadalupano, Lecture, Eucharistic Minister, and Prayer group leader. Survivors include his wife, McCala Villarreal of Lubbock; three sons, Raymundo Villarreal, Guadalupe Villarreal, Jr. and Gabriel Villarreal, all of Lubbock; a daughter, Anita Villarreal of Lubbock; two sisters, Juana Wilborn of Kansas City, MO, and Felicita Gonzales of Lubbock; five grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

PATRICIO El PAT GARZA, 74, of Slaton, passed on Aug. 20, 2015. He was born March 17, 1941, in Davis, Texas. Pat moved to Slaton in 1947 with his family and attended Southland Schools.

He married Guadalupe Parra on Nov. 23, 1957, in Lubbock. They moved to Slaton in 1960. Pat worked in the Construction industry for 30 years, and spent the last 20 years employed by the City of Lubbock. He retired in June of 2011.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Santos and Thomas Garza; and his sister, Juanita Cardenas. His survivors include his wife, Lupe of the home; a son, David Garza of Slaton; a daughter, Annette Garza and husband, Robert Davila of Dallas; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous ARMANDO C. FLORES, passed away Aug. 18, 2015.

He was born on Feb. 8, 1953, to the late Gumecindo and Venancia (Cardona) Flores in Kennedy, Texas, and moved to Lubbock in 1956. He graduated from South Plains College where he was honored to be named on the President's List. On June 19, 1981, he married the love of his life, Connie Flores, in Midland. He began working at Texas Tech University in 2008 as an electrician until his illness. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Armando Flores, Jr.; two sisters, Eva Flores, and Maria Perez; and a brother, Gumecindo Flores, Jr. Armando is survived by his loving wife, Connie Flores; his children, Anthony Martinez, Gracie Flores, Johnny R. Martinez, John A. Flores; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Eva Perez, Frank Flores, Nellie Flores, Julia Perez, Alma Muniz, Charla Sanchez and Jacob Flores.

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

TAZ CASTILLO and her daughters, ALINA and DIVINA AMORE CASTILLO-TREVINO, passed away on Aug. 18, 2015. Survivors include her fiancé and father of their children, Andrew Trevino; Taz's parents, Pablo, Jr. and Tina Castillo, Alina and Divina's maternal grandparents; Alina and Divina's paternal grandparents, Jeanette and Paul Escobedo and Paul Trevino; Taz's paternal grandparents who are also the children's maternal great-grand parents, Udela and Feliciano Flores, Pablo, Sr. and Sue Castillo, and Apolonia Jalomo; Taz's son and Alina and Divina's brother, Andrew Paul Trevino, Jr.; the children's paternal great-grandparents, Estella Pina, Pablo Trevino, and Jose Escobedo; Taz's siblings and Alina and Divina's uncles and aunts, Amanda Sanchez and Greg, Pablo Pauly Castillo III, Christopher Castillo and wife, Christine, and Steven Vasquez and wife, Josie. The children are also survived by their paternal uncles and aunts, Crystal Briceno and Eric, Jaynay Trevino, Alexis Trevino, and Nicolas Trevino.

RAYMOND RAMIREZ, 66, passed away on Aug. 4, 2015, in Lubbock. He was born Feb. 28, 1949, in San Marcos, to the late Canuto and Catarina Ramirez. He is survived by his former wife and best friend Mary Cruz; a daughter, Melissa Ramirez; two sons, Jesse Ramirez and Ray Ramirez; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Mary and husband Cruz Reyes and Isabel Gonzales; two brothers, Joe and wife Ninfa Ramirez and Ruben Ramirez.

MARK ANTHONY YSASAGA, was born March 28, 1997, in Lubbock to Anna Maria Ysasaga and Michael Cuevas. He is survived by his mother, Anna Maria Ysasaga; his father, Michael Cuevas; his step-father, Alcario Rene Cruz; one sister, Jessica Nicole Ysasaga; one brother, Michael Zane Cuevas; grandparents, Juanita and Jessie Ysasaga, Kimberly Daily Turner, Frank Cuevas, Dane Wood; a nephew, Jeremiah Ian Ysasaga; four aunts; and four uncles. He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Mary and Luis Gil, Amor and Felicita Ysasaga, Billy and Jean Daily, and Francisco and Dominga Cuevas.

YOLANDA POMPA, 70, of Lubbock passed away on Aug. 19, 2015. She was born on Feb. 28, 1945, in San Antonio, to Gregorio and Guadalupe Felan. She married Adolfo L. Pompa on Nov. 21, 1960, in Levelland, Texas. She is survived by her husband, Adolfo L. Pompa Sr.; daughters, Tammy Thornton, Sandra Pompa; son, Adolfo Pompa Jr. and wife Rosa L. Pompa; brother, Mike Felan and wife Nancy Felan; as well as 10 grandchildren and 19 great-

CRESENCIO ROSALES, 79, of Lubbock passed away on Aug. 23, 2015. He was born on Nov. 30, 1935, in York Town, Texas, to his late parents, Ponciano and Juana (Guzman) Rosales. He married Norma Adame in Oct. of 1967 in Lubbock where their union was blessed for 47 years. Rosales is survived by his wife, Norma; sons, Victor Rosales (Olga) of Dallas, Rene Rosales (Debbie) of Lubbock; daughter, Araceli Rodriguez (Santiago) of Lubbock. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren; and a brother, Gilberto Rosales of San Antonio. Cresencio was preceded in death by his sisters, Julia and Rosa Rosales.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí LUNA Night Out 2015

Silvia Guzman painted faces for children, and those young at heart.

Waiting in line for hotdogs courtesy of the Heart of Lubbock Neighborhood Association, that were worth the wait!

Families gathered in the parks and enjoyed coming together with neighbors.

The children enjoyed face painting, balloons, games, and fun!

Taking time for a picture for Latino Lubbock!

Thrive Church organizers were pleased with the turnout and support.

Thrive Church Back to school Bash

Families gathered to support the church before back to school.

It was a bright day, and families were happy to enjoy the time together.

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Frank Garcia and Xavier Gomez took the Japanese guests to the drive-in, which they had never seen.

The Japanese Junior Ambassadors enjoyed the outdoor activities including fishing and basketball.

They experienced many sites including a visit to the Buddy Holly Center with the Hilburn boys.

The boys requested a Texas size steak, and enjoyed every bite - as well as posing with the Lubbock cow landmark at Bryan's Steaks.

Deacon and his wife supported their friends, and church family.

Keeping cool indoors with cooking from Guadalupanas was what some participants preferred.

Slaton Fiestas 2015 - Part I

Friends were welcomed by parish members. Frank Garcia, and "Tuddy" Sedeño were among those welcomed.

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Family time with the grand kids was fun and a first!

This family was enjoying the morning breeze and trying out outdoor activities including fishing, angling, archery, and firing BB guns.

Boy Scouts were having fun, and keeping cool on the hot summer day.

Taking a minute to pose before enjoying outdoor fun is what this beautiful family did.

Let's Go Fishing 2015 - Part I

Amerigroup offered healthy bananas to the attendees and provided comforts for the 100 degree weather.

Northwest Little League Board members provided free coffee to families enjoying a summer day and sharing.family time.

Beautiful families relaxed and enjoyed the gorgeous day together.

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A free day of fishing and comfort lured families to the event.

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Volunteers range from youth, to college age, to young adults, to young at heart! The Squires were ready to assist families carry their stuff.

A family posed with a Lubbock Police Officer at the back to school event and showed off their new back packs.

Christy Martinez-Garcia is the organizer and fundraiser - volunteering her entire time. She is posing with John B of Kiwanis who presented Los Hermanos a check for the effort of bringing families together.

Volunteers were welcomed by the hospitality committee that made sure they stayed hydrated and fed.

There were activities and school supplies for kids.

Enjoying the summer sun and waiting in line for school supplies.

Volunteers were ready to check-in the massive crowd.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ­ LYFL Weigh-In

Getting some assistance as he prepares for the weigh-in.

Ready for a good season!

Laughter and smiles filled the air while at the LYFL event.

Playing around and catching up while they anxiously wait for their weigh-in.

Graduates from various high schools gathered to celebrate their achievements.

Coronado students at their summer graduation.

LISD Summer Graduation

Lubbock High School students and their families gathered to celebrate them walking the stage.

Estacado students waited to take the stage and receive their diplomas.

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Attendees enjoyed the view and the company at the event.

Enjoying the networking and the wonderful sunset!

Students and young leaders joined the event.

Setting up for the Hatch chile roasting at Amigo's.

Because of popular demand, the roasting weekends had to be extended!

Lubbock High Westerners gearing up for another season with schedules and coupon books.

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Members of KCBD gathered for a quick photo at the Lubbock Area Foundation luncheon that honored recipients.

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Our Lady of Grace Jamaica - Part I

These young boxers were eager and excited to help out at the event.

Helping out with some of the games at the Our Lady of Grace Jamaica.

Mary & Raymond Singleterry enjoyed the great food, seeing friends, and the hospitality.

The Girl Scouts did the cake walk as well as shared info about the Saints.

Knights of Columbus Family Week Bowling

Say strike! And smile for a picture before the competition begins.

The Knights of Columbus wives supported the husbands as they bowled.

Families came out to participate in the fun activity for the Knights of Columbus.

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Marty Ledesma took a quick break to eat a burger while he waited for his turn.

Retirement Event for Rey Martinez LPD Alla y Aquí

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Rey Martinez was celebrated by his family at his retirement event.

Christy Martinez-Garcia enjoying the summer and the beautiful sunflowers.

Fellow officers and friends celebrating Rey's achievements, took time to pose for Latino Lubbock Magazine. Officers Ramirez, Picon, Lara, Mendoza, and Tijerina are pictured.

Many came out to honor all of his accomplishments at the event, but Rey's most special guest was his mother.

Local Field Agent, Chris Stark, FIC was named the Top Recruiter in the entire State of Texas for the 20142015 Knights of Columbus Fraternal year! Way to go Chris!

Patricia Villacin, KCBD Reporter; and Devin Ward the new Sports Reporter, were on hand to do a story at the "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" event, as well as to greet the public.

Rene Martinez, Rey's LPD partner for 30 years, and his guest proudly came to support his friend and colleague.

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The Faith Walk was held at Mackenzie Park and drew a wonderful number of faith lears and the community. Organizers took time to pose.

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Sports/deportes

Texas Sports Report With Mando Reyna he fourth quarter T of 2015 is here as hard as it is to believe,

but for a great majority of fans, the sports season is just beginning.

Take the Red Riders for example. As of deadline time coach Kingsbury still hasn’t named his starting quarterback for the season, but the smart money would say Davis Webb keeps the starting job over Mahomes as the season starts in what is a reportedly high intensity competition.

Barring major injuries or a catastrophic start this month, Webb gives this years team the best chance to win. The first game against Sam Houston State on the 5th, which by the way will be televised on Fox Sports at 2:30, probably won’t be the game to gauge how efficient Webb can be, while the following game against self proclaimed rivals UTEP will be a better barometer on what he can do. Defensively the Raiders are starting a new scheme with Coordinator David Gibbs at the helm, but it’s anybody’s guess how they will handle the opponents running game which was a weak spot for the team all last season. Although not one game makes or breaks a season, the matchup against Arkansas at Fayetteville on the 19th will determine how the rest of the Big 12 will game plan against them the rest of the season. All the games this month will be televised including TCU on the 26th, so it seems everyone is interested on what kind of changes coach Kingsbury has brought to the team, if any. Now this problem Tech has had on defense is not new, a recent Tech coach who we will not name, had the philoso-

phy to score a lot of points and have the opponent try to catch up and outscore you, did it and with success. Tech needs to bring the real air raid attack back, and if they do, they will be better than what every prognosticator thinks will happen to them this season. One thing everyone expects on the pro side of the coin, is for the Cowboys to advance even further in the playoffs that they did last season but we need to see how they planned to execute on their running game after moving on from Demarco Murray who had a great running presence last season. They seem to be satisfied with their veteran stable of current backs and the newly acquired Darren McFadden to fill that void, but as they say, not so fast my friends. He has always been injury prone and he still is nursing a hamstring injury to start the season, so if they pick up where they left off that season, do not be surprised if Joseph Randle takes control and headlines the running game this season. The Giants game on the 13th and the Eagles game on the 20th, will give us a better idea on how this years team will fare. Win the NFC East division and you will go far, it’s getting there that’s the trick. Locally, it should be no surprise that the Frenship Tigers seem to be the strongest team in the area, but my team to watch this year is the Cooper Pirates. After playing Idalo late last month, watch junior quarterback Jarret Doege bring the electricity to his team this season. If his name sounds familiar it should. He’s the younger brother of former Tech quarterback Seth Doege.

Jarret has already visited some Big 12 schools as part of his recruiting process, which included Texas, so the sky’s the limit. The season has started folks, see you at the tailgates.

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