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Getting people out to vote Fewer people showing up during early voting due to lack of GOP candidates By JASON BUCH THE ZAPATA TIMES
Nearly 1,000 people cast their vote early in Zapata County. While numbers for early voting in the primary elections were not available, County Clerk Mary Jayne Villarreal-Bonoan said the lack of local Republican candidates means fewer people are showing up to the polls than during the Democratic primary, when voters chose who would run uncontested in the general election. “It’s a good turnout,” Villarreal-Bonoan said. “But we did have a lot more in the primary because we
Bruni, Zaffirini square off in state Senate race By NICK GEORGIOU THE ZAPATA TIMES
Zapatans have one day left to make their voices heard in the race for Texas State Senate District 21. Incumbent Judith Zaffirini, a Democrat and second in seniority in the Texas Senate, is facing challenger Louis H. Bruni, a Republican and former Webb County Judge. Early voting ended Friday; Election Day is Tuesday. “All I can say is that Zapata is a heavily Democratic area and I am running as a Republican,”
had the local candidates running.” When early voting came to an end Friday, 996 people had voted at Zapata’s one early voting location, at the county courthouse. This is Villarreal-Bonoan’s first presidential election, so she said she didn’t know if she should expect Election Day totals to top early voting. “I know that Election Day gets pretty busy, but it’s hard to tell,” she said. “I want to say it’s a good turnout so far.” Friday was one of the busiest days of early voting, with lines forming at the polls, according to
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he Zapata County Fire Department has breathed in a lot of smoke over the years. When most people think of firefighters, they imagine burning buildings. But in the dry grasslands around Zapata, one of the biggest dangers is from wildfires. Grass fires can cut wide swaths of destruction across their paths, such as the one that struck about a year ago and forced the evacuation of San Ygnacio. The fire started at La Perla Ranch and
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Bruni said. “But the true issue here is that I don’t vote on party lines, I vote on issues, on what’s best for the community.” Zaffirini, a Democrat, said that since becoming a senator in 1987, she has enjoyed working
with the people of Zapata because they are committed, responsible and understand the importance of collaboration with other counties. “One county alone cannot succeed,” she said. “What is success is collaboration.” Bruni said if he is elected, his constituents would see a difference in the counties he would represent, adding he would propose to have an advisory group consisting of one elected official, a school board member and a
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spread quickly, assisted by winds between 50 and 55 miles per hour. After two days, the fire department stopped the blaze at the Corralitos ranch, but this was after San Ygnacio had been evacuated. During that fire, the San Ygnacio FD and the Zapata FD stood together. The Laredo Fire Department came out as well, as did the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Fire Chief J.J. Meza said that an atmosphere of cooperation exists between the firefighters in the area.
Van heads south
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By JULIAN AGUILAR THE ZAPATA TIMES
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Zapata County firefighter William Butterfield, left, and Fire Chief Juan J. Meza inspect a piece of equipment at the fire station Friday morning.
The mobile dental clinics that had offered their services to Webb County colonia residents for 18 months have rolled out of town and made their way to Zapata County. Dr. Elaine Neenan, of the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, helped spearhead the program, which was made possible in part by a $1 million grant from the A.R. “Tony” and Maria J. Sanchez Family Foundation. She confirmed Saturday was the last day the clinics, which often received many first-time patients in dire need of dental care, would be in Webb County.
Making its way down “This was a pilot program,” Neenan said. “It was always designed that way to kind of evaluate and see what it took to do something like this, what were the no-show rates, what were the kinds of services people need and how many people actually had to be referred back because they couldn’t be treated in a van.” Neenan said that after Zapata, the van would make its way to Duval County in its continuing mission of offering dental services to the indigent or uninsured. And while Neenan conceded the move might be viewed as Zapata’s gain and Webb’s loss, she said that the overall mission, to bring a regional dental clinic to Laredo, is still very much alive. “We are opening up the clinic in Laredo and that’s kind of our dental home,” she said. “And that’s supposed to be sometime in November. “We are renovating the Laredo Health Department Dental Clinic, and it’s really a better situation.”
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A LAKE VIEW
Researcher finds rebellious forefathers hen Laredo native Jose Maria Peña set out to trace his roots on both sides of the border in the Zapata area (Revilla), he discovered some of his forefathers were among the sympathizers who supported rebels who opposed the ruling governments. Two individuals in particular stand out on the Rio Grande frontier in this regard. One supported independence for Mexico and rallied behind rebel leader Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla. Father
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ODIE ARAMBULA Hidalgo had triggered the rebellion in front of his parish in little Dolores, state of Hidalgo. The other encouraged Revilla
residents to oppose the Mexican dictator, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. Perhaps the most prominent is Don Jose Bernardo (Maximiliano) Gutierrez de Lara, whose allegiance to Father Hidalgo is part of Mexico’s independence from Spain. Gutierrez de Lara had met with Father Hidalgo and his followers in Saltillo in March 1811, where he pledged Revilla’s support the rebellion against Spanish rule.
In his book “Inherit the Dust from the Four Winds of Revilla” (2006), author Peña wrote how a Spanish official, Ignacio Elizondo, betrayed Father Hidalgo, setting a trap that caused the detention of Hidalgo, Ignacio Allende, Juan Aldama and Mariano Jimenez. Gutierrez de Lara, a native of Revilla (Guerrero Viejo), managed to get away to resume his quest on the frontier for Mexico independence, including a torturous trek on horseback to Wash-
ington to seek support from the government of President James Madison. Historians in Mexico refer to Gutierrez de Lara as Mexico’s first ambassador to the United States. He was born in Revilla on Aug. 20, 1774, about the time Colonial American patriots were pushing for their own independence from the British. Don Bernardo’s father, Joseph Santiago Gutierrez de Lara, was recipient of one of the original Spanish land grants in Revilla (Porcion 21).
Among other things, author Peña noted the Gutierrez de Lara family expanded on the original land grant, making the family grantees of one of the largest tracts in the region of Revilla. After independence, Don Bernardo became the first governor of Tamaulipas, according to material quoted by the Laredo author. (“Gutierrez de Lara, Mexican-Texan: The Story of a Creole Hero,” Rie Jarratt).
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AROUND THE NATION | IN BRIEF
WHAT’S GOING ON
DHS compromises border fence plan for landowner
A Drug Free Pep Rally will be held today at 6 p.m. at the Zapata County Courthouse. County Judge Rosalva Guerra will give the welcome; County Attorney Said A. Figueroa and Eddie Torres will be speakers.
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — Dorothy Irwin is one of the Border Patrol’s staunchest local supporters and was a fan of the proposed border fence — until she found out it would run right through her house. But on Friday, the federal government made a major concession to help Irwin save her land. In a major concession to a single landowner, the federal government has proposed building a massive concrete retaining wall into the river side of the levee that skirts the south side of Irwin’s single-story white wooden house and several brick buildings that date back to 1885 on the 600-acre farm.
FRIDAY,NOV.7 Zapata’s three-day sesquicentennial celebration begins at 9 a.m. today with a flag ceremony, park dedication, a tribute to veterans and a brief history of Zapata County in addition to several performances. A carnival and other events open in the event at the Zapata County Fair grounds.For more information, call 765-9920. A book signing will take place today as part of the sesquicentennial celebration.W. Eugene George’s Lost Architecture of the Rio Grande Borderlands (TAMU Press) will take place from 3–5 p.m. under the rotunda of the Zapata County Courthouse.
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SUNDAY,NOV.9 The Lopeño Festival gets underway at 8 a.m. in Lopeño with an almuerzo regional (regional breakfast) and historical reminiscing. At 9 a.m., it’s the Falcón Festival at Falcón with a visual historical presentation, exhibits,a continental breakfast,dedication of the Falcón Community Park (showcasing the antique bridge), followed by a Mass at Santa Ana Mission and lunch with musical entertainment. At 1 p.m., the San Ygnacio Festival gets underway in San Ygnacio.There will be a Mass at Nuestra Señora del Refugio Mission.At 2 p.m.,there will be a flag and country ceremony, a historical view of San Ygnacio,a Pillars of the Community presentation honoring citizens making a difference, a tribute to local veterans and a tribute to all veterans.
WEDNESDAY,NOV.12 From 8 a.m.– 1 p.m.today,the Ruthe B.Cowl Rehabilitation Center will be having a Cleft Palate Clinic for patients needing to consult with a specialist. If you are interested in consulting with Dr. Peter Wang, call (956) 722-2431 for an appointment and more information. Zapata and other Laredo area residents are welcome.
NOV.20-22 The 2008 Wal-Mart FLW Series FishOff is set for Falcon Lake.The lake will play host to top-ranked National Guard Western Division and BP Eastern Division pros from the 2008 season. For more information, visit www.FLWOutdoors.com.
NOV.21 The 2008 Wal-Mart FLW Series FishOff is set for Falcon Lake.The lake will play host to top-ranked National Guard Western Division and BP Eastern Division pros from the 2008 season. For more information, visit www.FLWOutdoors.com.
NOV.22 The 2008 Wal-Mart FLW Series FishOff is set for Falcon Lake.The lake will play host to top-ranked National Guard Western Division and BP Eastern Division pros from the 2008 season. For more information, visit www.FLWOutdoors.com.To submit an item for the daily calendar, send the name of the event, the date, time, location and a contact phone number to editorial@lmtonline.com
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Trader Robert Charmak uses a phone post on the floor of New York Stock Exchange on Thursday. October has been the worst month for the market in 21 years — and many stocks are looking like bargains right now. Heading into the session, the Standard & Poor’s 500 index was down 18.2 percent for October; the index fell 21.8 percent in October 1987.
Amid bad month, stocks add to week’s gains By TIM PARADIS ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — Wall Street bolted higher Friday as investors looked to extend the week’s big gains, even after a report that showed worried consumers are cutting back on their spending. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose nearly 100 points. The Commerce Department said personal spending fell by 0.3 percent last month, as expected, the biggest decline since June 2004. Combined with flat readings in both July and August, it led to the worst quarterly performance in 28 years. But Wall Street’s reaction to the data was far from frantic. Given this week’s readings on flagging consumer confidence and shrinking gross domestic product, investors have largely discounted the fact that Americans are fearful about the economy and their shrinking investment
portfolios. October has been the worst month for the market in 21 years — and many stocks are looking like bargains right now. Heading into the session, the Standard & Poor’s 500 index was down 18.2 percent for October; the index fell 21.8 percent in October 1987. Before committing to a direction, the market is going to want to put the presidential election next week behind it and focus on the October employment report due next Friday — which should provide some insight into how long and how severe the economic downturn could be. The market is “settling into a little bit of a holding pattern” ahead of the election and jobs report, said Craig Peckham, market strategist at Jefferies & Co. “The fear level has clearly subsided, but there’s still a pervasive tone of unease.”
After Iraq,Petraeus faces arguably tougher job
Vigilance deters Halloween eve arsons in Detroit
Whoa! No Halloween hijinks in Sleepy Hollow
MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Gen. David Petraeus took the helm at Central Command on Friday, assuming responsibility for U.S. military operations not only in Iraq — where he is widely credited with leading a historic turnaround — but also in Afghanistan, where American fortunes appear darker. The promotion also puts him at the forefront of U.S. efforts to deal with Pakistan, an ally in the war on terror as well as a country threatened with financial ruin, torn by an insurgency and armed with nuclear weapons.
DETROIT — Vigilance by fire officials and volunteers appears to have kept the number of arsons low in Detroit on the night before Halloween, which had become notorious as “Devil’s Night” in years past. Mayoral spokesman Daniel Cherrin said 47 of the 65 fires reported Thursday and early Friday were suspicious. The total reported was consistent with last year. Two people died in what is believed to be an accidental house fire, Cherrin said. At its peak in 1984, 810 fires were reported in Detroit from Oct. 29 to 31, fueled by Devil’s Night’s growing notoriety and the city’s large number of abandoned buildings.
SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. — Police are poised to prevent any monstrous Halloween behavior in the area where the Headless Horseman roamed. Authorities in suburban Sleepy Hollow say they’ll disperse large groups of teenagers, if necessary, and confiscate eggs and shaving cream. The area served as the backdrop for Washington Irving’s 1819 “Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” which depicts the Headless Horseman charging after a terrified Ichabod Crane. Parents are asked to voluntarily have children under 17 home by 8:30 p.m. —Compiled from AP reports
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Today is Saturday, Nov. 1, the 306th day of 2008. There are 60 days left in the year. This is All Saints Day. A reminder: Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday. Clocks go back one hour. Today’s Highlight in History: On Nov. 1, 1968, the Motion Picture Association of America unveiled its new voluntary film rating system: G for general audiences, M for mature audiences (later changed to GP, then PG), R for restricted audiences and X (later changed to NC-17) for adults only. On this date: In 1512, Michelangelo finished painting the ceiling of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel. In 1861, Gen. George B. McClellan was made General-inChief of the Union armies, succeeding Winfield Scott. In 1870, the United States Weather Bureau made its first meteorological observations. In 1936, in a speech in Milan, Italy, Benito Mussolini described the alliance between his country and Nazi Germany as an “axis” running between Rome and Berlin.
In 1952, the United States exploded the first hydrogen bomb, codenamed “Ivy Mike,” at Enewetak Atoll in the Marshall Islands. In 1954, Algerian nationalists began their successful rebellion against French rule. In 1979, former first lady Mamie Eisenhower died in Washington, D.C., at age 82. Ten years ago: The military arm of the radical Islamic group Hamas made an unprecedented threat against Yasser Arafat, demanding the Palestinian leader halt a crackdown against it, or face violent vengeance. John Kagwe of Kenya won the New York City Marathon for the second straight year; Franca Fiacconi became the first Italian to win the women’s division. Five years ago: Democratic presidential candidate Howard Dean stirred controversy within his party by telling the Des Moines Register he wanted to be “the candidate for guys with Confederate flags in their pickup trucks.” O n e y e a r a g o : Retired Air Force Brigadier Gen. Paul Tibbets, who’d piloted the B-29 bomber Enola Gay, which
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A parade kicks off the day’s sesquicentennial events.The carnival and festival, including food booths, team roping and a cook-off, open at noon at the Zapata County Fair grounds.Afireworks display is scheduled for the evening, with a concert by Los Intocables.
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Minor quakes hit Dallas area; no damage,injuries DALLAS — Several minor earthquakes gave some Texas, Oklahoma and Tennessee residents an early Halloween scare, but no damage or injuries were reported.
A 2.5-magnitude quake at 11:25 p.m. Thursday near Grand Prairie was followed by a series of other small earthquakes in the Dallas suburb, then a 3.0magnitude quake at 12:01 a.m. Friday in nearby Irving, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
UT endowment down nearly $1 billion AUSTIN — The University of Texas at Austin endowment has declined by nearly $1 billion this year as a result of the turmoil in worldwide financial markets. The university’s share of the Permanent University Fund, plus its other endowment holdings, stood at $7 billion at the start of the year. By the end of September, the latest date for which figures were available, the value had declined by nearly 13 percent to $6.1 billion. UT officials are already revising next year’s budget projections, even as they brace for more bad news about the endowment’s performance in the past month, the Austin American-Statesman reported Friday. —Compiled from AP reports
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In this Nov. 1, 2007, file photo, Yigal Amir, the convicted assassin of late Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, is seen during a court hearing in Tel Aviv, Israel.Amir, in his first interviews since the 1995 killing, said he shot the Israeli prime minister because Ariel Sharon and other hawkish ex-generals warned that Rabin’s landfor-peace deal with the Palestinians would bring disaster.Amir fatally shot Rabin at the end of a peace rally in Tel Aviv on Nov. 4, 1995.
U.S.soldiers in Iraq focus on war in voting
U.S.deaths in Iraq plunge in October
MOSUL, Iraq — Car bombs rather than Obama, making it home rather than McCain dominate the talk among many U.S. soldiers in Iraq’s deadliest city during the final countdown to America’s presidential election. Dangers, distance from home and the dawn-to-dark effort in an alien environment push U.S. politics into a corner for many soldiers — especially in combat outposts where television and the Internet are not readily available. “Regardless of who wins the election, we are going to be here 15 months. And our mission is not going to be fundamentally affected, at least in the short term,” said Capt. Justin Davis Harper after returning from a patrol into the northern city of Mosul’s most violent zone.
BAGHDAD — U.S. deaths in Iraq fell in October to their lowest monthly level of the war, matching the record low of 13 U.S. fatalities suffered in July. Iraqi deaths fell to their lowest monthly levels of the year. Eight of the 13 Americans died in combat, most of them in northern Iraq where al-Qaida and other Sunni insurgent groups remain active. The U.S. suffered 25 deaths in September and 23 in August. The sharp drop in U.S. fatalities reflects the overall security improvements across the country following the Sunni revolt against al-Qaida and the rout suffered by Shiite extremists in fighting last spring in Basra and Baghdad. —Compiled from AP reports
BASEBALL MUSEUM dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima, died in Columbus, Ohio, at age 92. A defiant Democratic-controlled Congress voted to provide health insurance to an additional 4 million lower-income children; President Bush vowed swiftly to cast his second straight veto on the issue. Today’s Birthdays: Newspaper columnist James J. Kilpatrick is 88. Actress Betsy Palmer is 82. Golfer Gary Player is 73. Country singer Bill Anderson is 71. Actress Barbara Bosson is 69. Actor Robert Foxworth is 67. Actress Marcia Wallace is 66. Magazine publisher Larry Flynt is 66. Actress Rachel Ticotin is 50. Rock singer Anthony Kiedis (Red Hot Chili Peppers) is 46. Pop singer-musician Mags Furuholmen (a-ha) is 46. Rock musician Rick Allen (Def Leppard) is 45. Country singer “Big Kenny” Alphin (Big and Rich) is 45. Rapper Willie D (Geto Boys) is 42. Singer Sophie B. Hawkins is 41. Country musician Dale Wallace (Emerson Drive) is 39. Actress Toni Collette is 36. Thought for Today: “Good taste is the worst vice ever invented.” — Dame Edith Sitwell, English poet (1887-1964).
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A truck carrying the childhood home of Hank Aaron rolls along St. Stephens Road on its way to Hank Aaron Stadium Monday, Oct. 27, in Mobile, Ala. It will be turned into a museum and learning center offering glimpses into Mobile’s baseball history.
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Milestones noted in weekend celebrations
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Area residents are putting the final touches on weekend festivals celebrating important historical milestones. Zapata’s three-day sesquicentennial celebration begins Friday at 9 a.m. with a flag ceremony, park dedication, a tribute to veterans and a brief history of Zapata County in addition to several performances. Also, a carnival and other events will take place at the Zapata County Fair grounds. In addition, a book signing will take place Friday as part. W. Eugene George’s Lost Architecture of the Rio Grande Borderlands (TAMU Press) is scheduled from 3–5 p.m. under the rotunda of the Zapata County Courthouse. Saturday, a parade kicks off the day’s events. The carnival and festival, including food booths, team roping and a cook-off, open at noon at the Zapata County Fair grounds. A fireworks display is scheduled for the evening, with a concert by Los Intocables. Festivals in Lopeño, San Ygnacio and Falcón are scheduled for Sunday. The Lopeño Festival gets underway at 8 a.m. in Lopeño with an almuerzo regional (regional breakfast) and historical reminiscing. Then, at 9 a.m., it’s the Falcón Festival at Falcón with a visual historical presentation, exhibits, a continental breakfast, dedication of the Falcón Community Park (showcasing the antique bridge), followed by a Mass at Santa Ana Mission and lunch with musical entertainment. At 1 p.m., the San Ygnacio Festival gets underway in San Ygnacio. There will be a Mass at Nuestra Señora del Refugio Mission. At 2 p.m., there will be a flag and country ceremony, a historical view of San Ygnacio, a Pillars of the Community presentation honoring citizens making a difference, a tribute to local veterans and a tribute to all veterans.
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Falcon Committee members are, seated from left, Gladys Salinas,Anita R. Medina, Ninfa R. Gracia and Alma Diana Z. Canales. Standing from left are Amanda Thelma V. Salinas, Aminta R. Villarreal, Marta Yzaguirre, Maria Adelina Z. Guerra and Josefita V. Bustamante.
Falcon committe invites descendants to festivities SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Members of the Falcon Committee for the Zapata County Sesquicentennial Celebration have sent invitations to about 200 descendants of families who lived in Old Falcon prior to 1953. Most of these descendants of Falcon have already responded and made reservations to attend this much-anticipated event. All of the residents living in Falcon also will participate in the Falcon festivities, which will take place Sunday, Nov. 9. The dedication of the Falcon Community Park will start
An exhibit of items made or used by ancestors while living in Falcon, will be displayed at Falcon Community Center. at 9:30 a.m., followed by the flag raising ceremony and a tribute to 36 veterans born in Falcon. Alma Diana Z. Canales will be the mistress of ceremonies, and Selma G. Ramirez will sing the national anthem. A special Mass will follow at Santa Anna Mission at 11:30 a.m.
Also of interest is a historical video presentation prepared by Amanda Thelma Salinas and Gladys Salinas. Musical selections of the 1930s and 1940s, as well as an exhibit of items made or used by ancestors while living in Falcon, will be displayed at Falcon Community Center.
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A man who allegedly assaulted a woman in the 500 block of Elm Street was arrested Tuesday. Norberto Martinez-Gonzalez,who resides at the Elm Street residence, was charged with assault causing bodily injury (family violence), booked and taken to Zapata County jail. Also, according to an offense report, when a sheriff’s deputy arrived at the residence on the report of a fight in progress, Martinez-Gonzalez got into a Lincoln Towncar and attempted to evade arrest. Authorities later apprehended him near Del Mar and 7th streets, and he was charged with evading arrest with a motor vehicle. Sheriff’s deputies arrested three people Monday in the 200 block of Lincoln Street after an argument led to a fight between cousins, authorities said. Alma Delia Paredes, Claudia Yvonne Salazar and Claudia Ramon, each from San Ygnacio, were charged with assault and taken to the Zapata County jail. A man was arrested Oct. 25 in the 5400 block of Juan Lane on the charge of assault. Roel Alaniz Jr., of the 700 block of Elm Street, was booked and taken to Zapata County jail. According to the offense report, the victim told sheriff’s deputies at about 1:30 a.m. that Alaniz assaulted her when she attempted to separate a group fight that was happening outside her sister’s house. Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man at about 5:30 a.m. near 7th Avenue and Hidalgo Boulevard on the charge of assault causing bodily injury (family violence). Oscar Javier Gonzalez, of the 3800 block of U.S. 83,was booked and taken to Zapata County jail.
A man was charged with reckless driving and possession of a prohibited weapon on Sunday after being pulled over near the intersection of 7th Street and Juarez Avenue. Jorge Luis Villarreal Jr., of the 1700 block of 4th Street, was booked and taken to Zapata County jail. According to the offense report, Villarreal was in possession of a yellow stainless butterfly knife.
EVADING ARREST Police arrested a man at about 2:30 a.m. Sunday on Highway 16 on the charge of evading arrest with a motor vehicle. Flumencio Muñoz,of San Ygnacio,was booked and taken to Zapata County jail.
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man at about 11:30 p.m. Monday near the intersection of 4th and Miraflores streets on the charge of driving under the influence. Juan Antonio Longoria Jr.was booked and taken to Zapata County jail. Authorities also arrested Eduardo Javier Gonzalez Jr. during the same incident on the charge of public intoxication.
POSSESSION OFA CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE Deputy sheriff’s arrested three men Oct. 25 following a traffic stop at about 12:30 a.m. near 4th and Zapata streets. Efrain Trejo-Olguin, of the 1400 block of Villa Street, Aquileo Trejo-Corono, of the 1400 block of Villa Street, and Severino Vega-Gonzalez, of the 900 block of Mier Street, were charged with possession of less than one gram of a controlled substance. They were booked and taken to Zapata County jail. Two men were charged with possession of a controlled substance at about 10 p.m. Oct. 25 after they were pulled over near Guerrera Avenue and 2nd Street. Romaldo Obregon and Nadia Arely Ramos, of the 500 block of Seagull Street, were booked and taken to Zapata County jail. According to the offense report, Obregon was charged with possession of a controlled substance while Ramos was charged with possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana.
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Higher oil prices could really hurt NEW YORK TIMES
il producers are understandably desperate. In the space of only three months, crude oil prices have fallen by more than half — slashing their export earnings and cutting into their oil-dependent budgets. Still, OPEC must tread extremely carefully as it attempts to put a floor under oil prices. The sharp decline in the price of energy has been the only sliver of good news amid a tide of financial woe enveloping the world. It reduces inflationary pressure and gives more space for central banks to cut interest rates. If production cuts were to ignite another run-up in oil prices, they could send the world economy into an even deeper slump from which it could take a very long time to recover. OPEC’s decision at its emergency meeting on Friday to cut output by 1.5 million barrels a day — about 5 percent of production — did not immediately stop oil’s slide. After the announcement, Brent crude declined to about $60, way below the $145 or so that it fetched last July. The reason is that demand is
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collapsing. Analysts expect global demand for crude to fall this year for the first time in a quarter-century, as consumption slows in the high-growth economies of Asia. In the United States, the world’s biggest consumer of energy, it has already fallen to a five-year low. The decline is proving devastating to oil producers that until recently were swimming in petrodollars. Iran, which has aggressively used oil revenue to pay for expensive social programs, wants prices above $90. Venezuela, which is also using the money to finance allied governments in neighboring countries, is said to be desperate for prices to go back above $100. The price hawks are pressing hard for deeper production cuts. But oil exporters should resist these calls. It is one thing to try to restore stability to world oil markets, a necessary condition to sustain investments in new sources of energy that will be needed down the road. But at this juncture, trying to jack up oil prices is unacceptable. That would condemn the world economy to an even deeper slowdown and, incidentally, impair demand for a very long time.
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Giving help to the undecided voter W ASHINGTON — It is hard to imagine that “undecideds,” like restless phantoms with unfinished business, still haunt these final hours. What can they be waiting for? An epiphany? Some final bit of information to tip the scale? A hidden corpse, an illegitimate child, a beloved aunt living in public housing? Aha! As October surprises go, the very late-breaking discovery that Barack Obama’s aunt lives in a disabled-access apartment in South Boston is weak tea. According to The Times of London, one Zeituni Onyango — a woman whose walls are plastered with Obama photos — is “Auntie Zeituni” in Obama’s book, “Dreams From My Father.” It didn’t take long for the rightwing blogosphere to embrace the story. How delicious for them that her accommodations are not up to the standards to which her nephew has become accustomed. There’s also an errant “Uncle Omar” around some place, though details are murky. What tangled webs entwine America’s family tree. Companion to this news is a “red diaper baby” story in American Thinker about Obama’s early training as a communist at his mother’s knee. Both are being circulated as post-narratives to Obama’s chosen one, but neither is likely to change many minds. Too many Woodstock boomers grew up to become conservatives for the diaper story to gain traction. And few can profess to having bought condos for their less-well-off extended family members. Moving on. What else don’t we know, and how much does it matter to the undecideds, who represent about 8 percent of the voting public? If they tuned in to Obama’s Wednesday night infomercial, they were greeted by a man more Reaganesque than Reagan. Calm, soothing and reassuring, he presented real-people stories and real-people solutions with the voice and demeanor of Mr. Rogers. One kept expecting him to trade his shoes and jacket for sneakers and a dye-free sweater. It was Gee Whiz meets Cheez Whiz. But it was also likely effective. In the midst of Halloween season, there was nothing scary about That One. So what are these zombies of the voting booth really waiting for? Something they won’t find: The perfect choice. It doesn’t exist. The clear path is dappled with doubt. The telling clue is buried in the hearts of Col. Mustard, who worries about Iraq and taxes under Obama, and Miss Scarlet, who can’t get past McCain’s age and
YOUR OPINION Zaffirini thanks LMT for endorsement; pledges to continue commitment to District 21 To the editor: Thank you, Laredo Morning Times, for endorsing anew my candidacy for re-election as state senator. Representing the families in our 17-county district is challenging, especially as we focus on issues ranging from education, health and human services to the economy, environment and economic development.
Because my record reflects collaborating successfully with countless citizens of all ages and with LMT personnel, I truly appreciate your endorsement. You can count not only on my continued leadership, but also on my continued commitment to represent our district with honesty, integrity and proper decorum: It’s not what we say, it’s how we live.
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Obama,Biden qualified to lead America; vote for them and Noriega for U.S.Senate
KATHLEEN PARKER the winking wonderwoman of Wasilla. A friend’s late-night call cast light on the undecided’s milieu. She was filling out her ballot at home and had made every choice but one. The presidential ticket. “I just can’t quite bring myself to do it. I hate Sarah Palin. Help me out here.” I laughed. I refilled my glass. And why not? Life in these United States, as Reader’s Digest used to say, isn’t perfect, but neither is it Somalia. Here’s what I told her. Make two lists — one of tangibles (war, taxes, health care) and one of intangibles (to be discussed) — assign a value (1-5) to each, and take out your calculator. Discount race unless it really matters, in which case, shred your ballot. If McCain gets the highest score, then pray he inherited his mother’s longevity gene. If Obama is your man, then otherwise vote all Republican. As even Democrats should do, lest one party control both Congress and the executive branch. That absolute power corrupts absolutely is a dictum that needs no defense. That both parties are equally corruptible is a monument to understatement. And gridlock, though we profess to hate it, is sometimes preferable to the alternatives. Come Tuesday, the Democrats could strengthen their grip in Congress, even securing a filibuster-proof 60-seat majority in the Senate. Even many of those enamored of the intangibles (hope, change, the end of race in identity politics, Jesse Jackson’s permanent retirement) don’t want to see a world designed exclusively by Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi. Reaching across the aisle — the persistent promise of this election season — has no meaning if there’s no one on the other side. Four years ago, Obama famously described his vision of America as neither liberal nor conservative, neither black, white, Latin nor Asian. “There’s the United States of America,” he said. “We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America.” Should he win on Tuesday, let’s hope he meant it.
To the editor: Senators Barack Obama and Joe Biden are amply qualified to lead our country in a new positive direction that will benefit every citizen in the country. To begin with, the war in Iraq must be brought to an end. It started five years ago and there is no end in sight. We must remember that the Vietnam War lasted 13 years and the United States lost more than 50,000 soldiers. A good number from our city never returned to be with their loved ones.
The senators will need individuals such Mr. Richard J. (Rick) Noriega who is a candidate for the U.S. Senate to address the problems that have existed in the U.S.-Mexico for years. We know that these include poverty, health and the many educational problems facing our educators and our youth. We need innovative programs to help the young generation acquire employment skills. Our present Republican Sen. John Cornyn has really never
developed an aggressive plan to help South Texas. He has supported President Bush close to 100 percent in the president’s failed policies, more than Senator McCain!! Another major problem is illegal immigration. The new administration in cooperation with our Southern neighbors can and must address it. There is so much human suffering going on. There are still many, many citizens that need to vote. TAMIU, LCC, LISD, UISD stu-
dents and teachers need to get more involved and take their peers/ relatives to vote. Business owners and managers, give time to your employees to participate in this very important election. Laredo should have a major turnout, every vote counts! In many cities there are long, long lines of voters waiting to cast their vote. Laredoans should do the same. God bless America. Signed, Teresa H. Hernandez
Some supporters of Obama don’t know the whole story; voters should get fully informed To the editor: I went to Laredo Community College Friday afternoon for the purpose of meeting with the Veterans Coalition. After the meeting I talked with some students who appeared to be college freshmen. These students were holding “Obama for president” signs. I asked them why they were supporting Sen. Obama. The only reason they had was that Obama wants the troops out of Iraq. They could not offer any other reason for their support. I
was very surprised that they were unfamiliar with Obama’s platform. The fact that they have no knowledge of the issues that we will be voting on is truly frightening because they may be supporting a candidate who may send us down the wrong path of life if elected. I pray that these students are a very small percentage of the local population, although I fear that they are not. Obama is directly connected to the financial fiascoes that we are currently experiencing. His
involvement with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, who are responsible for this mess, is truly disgraceful because banks who made bad loans under pressure from above firms are going belly up and people who are not able to pay the loans are creating problems for our entire country. Sen. Chris Dodd, D-Conn., who was also in the running for president, was also involved. Obama is also associated
with ACORN, which is the subject of numerous allegations of wrongdoing and illegal maneuvering. Records show this organization, ACORN, registered voters who didn’t live where they said they did. Many people believe the purpose of ACORN was to affect demographics, and the organization has been accused of voter fraud. Is Obama truly deserving of our vote? Signed, Rick Cantu
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Redemption for a place ripped by Ike By MONICA RHOR ASSOCIATED PRESS
HIGH ISLAND, Texas — Inside the High Island locker room, thick with the residue of sweat and socks and the struggles of countless football games past, there was no pretense, no show of bravado, no empty boasting. Here, there was only a high school football team — 27 boys in maroon and white, shoulders padded, helmets in hand, eyes fixed forward or darting anxiously around the room. There was only family — a clan scattered by the forces of nature and reunited through sheer will and desire. Here, against all odds, were the High Island Cardinals, shifting their weight on weathered wooden benches, tapping their toes, checking the clock. In a few moments, they would play their first home game since Hurricane Ike pummeled the Texas coast, decimating their working-class communities on the Bolivar Peninsula and putting the fate of their team and their school in jeopardy.
Reopening questioned Just a few weeks earlier, no one knew if the school would reopen. No one knew how many of the 221 students — among them, 31 football players — or 43 staff members would return. Or if any would have homes to return to. Most, as it turned out, did not. About 85 percent of the students and half of the staff lost their houses altogether. Many of the homes still standing were unlivable. And the families, once woven so tightly in the beach towns of the peninsula, had been dispersed to far-flung corners of Texas. Then, Coach Paul Colton put out a call to his players: Anyone who wanted to play ball should come back for practice. Anyone who needed a place to stay could bunk with him. In a flurry of text messages, online messaging and cell phone activity, the High Island Cardinals brought their team back to life. These high school boys, who had already lost so much, did not
want to lose the season they had just started. They needed that, just like they needed each other, just like the community — so badly wounded by the storm, so much in need of a little hope — needed them. Now, with the minutes ticking to a Saturday afternoon kickoff, the stands outside were filling with family, friends and faculty, all eager to welcome the Cardinals home. Inside the field house, fingers rat-a-tatted on helmets, cleats pattered nervously against the floor, and defensive tackle Joey Manuel rapped “The Super Bowl Shuffle” — the Cardinals’ pre-game good luck song — softly to himself. Then quarterback Tiner George strode the perimeter of the locker room, slapping palms with each of his teammates. “Just do what you do,” Tiner counseled. “It’s just like practice.”
Suiting up a team All Coach Colton needed was 13 players — 11 on the field, two on the bench. With that, he would have a team. At the first practice, two weeks after the Sept. 13 storm, 14 Cardinals stood on the field. Ike had taken nearly everything from them. In the towns of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist, where many High Island students live, most of the roads have been erased and are still mired in sand and debris. Abandoned cars lie entrenched in muck. Row after row of houses are splintered and shattered, reduced to twisted pilings or concrete slabs. These students had lost their homes and their clothes, their family photos and other cherished keepsakes, their four-wheelers and trucks, their iPods and Playstations. All gone. Their parents, still reeling from the devastation, had moved in with relatives or rented motel rooms in towns an hour or more away. Yet, the boys had come back to the school most had attended since kindergarten, to the field where they could prove that their dreams had not been dampened
by the storm. Several of the boys had moved in with Colton, and his assistant coach, Justin Charrier, who share a house near campus. A couple of players were rooming with another coach, John Hughes, and his wife, who had also taken in two high school girls. Others found space with friends or family or faculty members. This was only Colton’s second year as High Island athletic director. Yet, the gruff-voiced man with a handlebar mustache had already come to love these kids as he loves his own. Colton, a 44-year-old father of three, divides his time between his home in Kountze, about an hour north of High Island, and the house he shares with Charrier. In his 23 years coaching at schools around East Texas, Colton had counseled players dealing with the darkest of adolescent traumas — absentee parents, sexual assault, physical abuse. He had always kept his door open and his sturdy shoulder ready to lean on. But he had never dealt with the kind of destruction Ike had left behind. And that day, as Colton groped for the right words, he thought of the boys on his roster: Mason Mounkes, the running back with the easy grace of a natural athlete. Joey Manuel, a solidly built teenager with an impish grin. Holden Sievers, the tight end with a toothy, aw-shucks smile. Tiner George, the quarterback with the perfect posture and team captain’s poise. Beneath their teenage bluster, Colton knew his players were hurting. Their world had collapsed around them, and they needed something to hold onto. So Colton talked about belief and faith and family. Belief in each other, in what they were trying to do. Faith that the rest of this team — this family — would return. This story has not been written yet, Colton told the players, you are writing it. Whose team is this? Colton asked. Coach, this is our team! the players shouted back. The next day, 15 players were
Nominate a preservationist for an award SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
AUSTIN — In the spirit of Thanksgiving, say thank you to your local history or preservation devotee with a nomination for one of the awards presented by the Texas Historical Commission. These awards recognize accomplishments and leadership in historic preservation and will be presented at the agency’s 2009 Annual Historic Preservation Conference held in Lakeway, April 15-17. The THC honors individuals and organizations who help to tell the real stories of Texas and are preserving the treasures of our state’s rich history.
The Anice B. Read Award of Excellence in Community Heritage Development recognizes outstanding work in downtown revitalization, preservation planning and heritage tourism. Other awards include the Award of Excellence in Historic Architecture, the George Christian Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award and the Award of Excellence in Media Achievement. The Curtis D. Tunnell Lifetime Achievement Award in Archeology honors an individual for outstanding lifetime accomplishments in archeological research and/or preservation, including both professional and avocational archeologists.
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Coach Paul Colton, right, talks with his High Island Cardinals high school football players at the end of practice,Thursday, Oct. 16, in High Island, Texas. After Hurricane Ike wiped out many of the homes of students and staff Colton put out a call to his players saying anyone wanting to play ball should come back for practice. Anyone who needed a place to stay could bunk with him. at practice. By the time school reopened on Oct. 6, 20 players had returned — and the Cardinals had a new slogan, coined by Tiner: “A Force to be Reckoned With.”
Torn-up entrance In a curve of the road, just before High Island town limits, a tattered sign lies crookedly in a swampy field spotted with small oil wells. It reads: “Welcome to Cardinal Country.” The storm-tossed sign marks the entrance to the Bolivar Peninsula, a narrow strip of land that stretches 27 miles along the Texas Gulf Coast,and encompasses a collection of modest beach towns, fishing resorts, bird sanctuaries and salt marshes. Along Highway 87, which cuts through the peninsula, the road is lined with the remains of restaurants, shops, and motels that once drew thousands of tourists and
weekenders to the communities of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist, and provided jobs for High Island students and their parents. So much of the peninsula is now gone. High Island, which sits 32 feet above sea level, emerged bloodied by Ike but still standing. So did High Island School. The main building was mostly unscathed, but the school’s bus barn was ripped away by the storm and two of the football field’s four light posts toppled over. A blue tarp covers a gash in the ceiling of the athletic department’s equipment room. The gear stored inside was ruined. The school, so small that elementary and middle school students share the cafeteria with high schoolers and kindergartners ask football players for autographs, now seems even smaller. Only 130 students — about 59 percent of the pre-storm enrollment — have returned. Another
16 transferred from other districts swiped by the storm. The Class of 2009 now numbers only 13. At first, the students reveled in the joy of being back together. They told evacuation stories and hugged, chatting eagerly to make up for lost time. Then they noticed which desks were still empty, and who would not be coming back. And they began going back to Crystal Beach and Gilchrist, where they found vacant swatches of land where their homes once stood. The next day, the students would drag quietly into class, said high school science teacher Maria Skewis. Skewis’ home on Crystal Beach was mangled by the storm, but it is one of the few still left in her neighborhood. Until it can be repaired, Skewis is sharing a room in a High Island church with other staffers and two high school girls.
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AUSTIN — The deadline is approaching for the Texas Historical Commission to receive nominations for the T.R. Fehrenbach Book Award, which honors books based on original research that preserve, record and recount the prehistory or history of Texas. Nominations are due by Dec. 31 at 5 p.m. Up to three awards will be presented and the winners will be announced, along with other
preservation awards, at the 2009 Annual Historic Preservation Conference April 15–17 in Lakeway. Books submitted for the award must have a 2008 copyright date and a minimum print run of 200. The award honors historian and THC Commissioner Emeritus T.R. Fehrenbach of San Antonio, one of the state’s leading authorities on Texas history. The author of 18 books, Fehrenbach’s work includes Lone Star, one of the most popular books on Texas
history. He is a fellow of the Texas State Historical Association, member of the Philosophical Society of Texas, a knight of San Jacinto and member of the Authors Guild and Science Fiction Writers of America. For more information on the T. R. Fehrenbach Book Award, which recognizes those who share the real stories of Texas, contact the THC’s Marketing Communications Division at 512-463-8886 or visit www.thc.state.tx.us.
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Don’t be a drama queen DEAR MISS MANNERS — I am a senior in high school and also in theater production class. When a cast list is posted, I don’t always get the role I wanted. What is the proper way to deal with this? Should I conMARTIN gratulate the person who got the role instead of me? Should I storm off angry or make it known that I am not pleased with this? As I plan to pursue theater in the future, it’s important to know how to deal with this unpleasant event. GENTLE READER — Are you under the impression that being rude is an asset in the theater? Miss Manners suspects that you have been reading too many celebrity magaz ines. What you may have missed is that the actors first become stars and then indulge in bad behavior, which may be tolerated for the sake of the money they bring in. But even then, they run into problems if their fans get bored with their antics or they are considered difficult to work with. The proper reaction, as you well know, is to congratulate the winner and cheerfully accept any part you may be assigned. If you cannot manage that, regardless of how you really feel, please see your career counselor; you are no actress. DEAR MISS MANNERS — While at a $100-per-plate fundraiser last night, a woman with whom I am acquainted kept touching me. Throughout the
course of the dinner, she stroked my long hair repeatedly, tried to hug me a couple times and firmly whacked my back multiple times after I coughed while sipping wine. Each time (except for our initial “hello” hug in the lobby), I responded with “Please stop” or “Please don’t” and pulled away. Finally, in a flat tone, I said “Boy, Jane, you’re pretty touchy-feely tonight,” to which she responded, “But you’re my friend.” I then said, “Yes, but I am also a fan of personal space. Please stop.” The other women at the table heard this exchange. Although the nine of us at the table have known each other for more than 20 years, I wonder if I could have handled this better? I also suspect I may have offended the woman, because for the rest of the evening, she complained somewhat loudly about the amount of rosemary in the food, and the perceived affluence of the night’s auction winners based on their address, among other things. Is a note of apology in order? GENTLE READER — Why? Did you sneak more rosemary in her food? Or fix the lottery to give your neighbors all the prizes? Or did you merely indicate, even making it sound like a mere personal preference of yours, that she should keep her hands off you? It is not uncommon for rude people to act offended when their rudeness is not tolerated. Miss Manners assures you that this does not make it rude to refuse to tolerate rudeness, as long as this is not done with retaliatory rudeness.
Ursuline Sisters are back in Laredo By TARYN WHITE LAREDO MORNING TIMES
wo years ago, Laredoans were saddened when the Ursuline Sisters announced they were closing their community here due to the aging population and fewer vocations. The original teachers of the city, the Ursuline Sisters had been a fixture in Laredo since they first arrived in 1868. Now the beloved community has returned — drawn back to the border by the need to help with increasing immigration concerns and working with the people in the colonias. To welcome the nuns home, Ursuline Academy alumni and friends are having a reunion and exhibition of historic pho-
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tos and memorabilia Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Villa Antigua Border Heritage Museum, 810 Zaragoza St., at 5 p.m.
The return The departure of the sisters in 2006 left Laredoans brokenhearted to see the sisters’ palpable influence on history and culture gone. Then in April, it all changed. That was when Cynthia Saldaña, an Ursuline Academy alumna, received a call from Ursuline Sister Carla Dolce with some very good news. “She called and told me the sisters were coming back,” Saldaña said. “I was shocked and
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The extreme opposites within Kevin Smith’s filmmaking personality coexist in “Zack and Miri Make a Porno,” to hit-and-miss effect. Yes, there is a ton of sex as the title would suggest, including one scene that is so incredibly wrong, words don’t even begin to describe it. A proliferation of raw, raunchy dialogue has always been one of the writer-director’s preferred tactics, dating back to his pioneering 1994 debut, “Clerks,” and that’s certainly true this time, as well — actually, it’s more relevant than usual. But “Zack and Miri” also reflects the sweetness that has crept intermittently into Smith’s movies in recent years as he’s settled into
his real-life roles as husband and father. (See: “Jersey Girl.”) A guy and a girl, longtime best friends and roommates, realize they’re secretly in love with each other, one of the most hackneyed romantic comedy premises of all time. Through Smith’s skewed prism, though, Zack (Seth Rogen) and Miri (Elizabeth Banks) achieve this epiphany while having oncamera sex during an amateur adult movie, something they do out of desperation to pay the bills when their utilities get shut off during a miserable Pittsburgh winter. Rogen and Banks make an extremely likable comic pair, even though they’re an unlikely romantic match (or perhaps be-
cause of it). Both are clearly comfortable in such naughty but highly verbal territory as alumni of Judd Apatow movies, and, as in Apatow’s “Knocked Up,” this is yet another wish-fulfillment comedy in which the tubby, schlubby Rogen lands an impossibly beautiful woman who would never give him the time of day in real life. Not surprisingly, Smith and Rogen, the co-writer and co-star of “Superbad,” also share an easy affinity: Nothing has ever been off-limits for either of them and everything is fair game. “Zack and Miri Make a Porno,” a Weinstein Co. release, is rated R for strong crude sexual content including dialogue, graphic nudity and pervasive language. It is playing at Cinemark Mall Del Norte.
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Dia de los Muertos delight The Laredo Center for the Arts will open its doors to commemorate Dia de los Muertos during its Annual Dia de los Muertos Cultural Event today from 1 to 6 p.m. LCA’s Dia de los Muertos Cultural Event is a community-oriented celebration of culture that will include a full day of performances by local schools, artists, musicians, poets and dancers. This family-oriented event is free and open to the public. Dia de los Muertos attire is welcomed and encouraged — visitors should come dressed in their finest calaca, or skeleton, costume.
A life in pictures Scenes of landscape, nature, human models and more have been captured on film and will go on display at Laredo Community College beginning Monday at the Yeary Library. The 19-piece collection of black-and-white and digital color photography was created by LCC students who were taught by instructor Mark Johnson from the fall 2006 term through the sec-
ond summer session of 2008. The exhibit will be on display through Friday, Nov. 21. It may be viewed Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 7:30 a.m. to noon and weekends from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call Wisner at 721-5281.
Dance on display Stimulate your vision with an eclectic display of dance Sunday at Laredo Community College. Modern dance, jazz and lyrical ballet, as well as traditional dances from Mexico, Spain and much more, will share the spotlight during the Fall 2008 LCC Dance in Concert, which begins at 3 p.m. in the Guadalupe and Lilia Martinez Fine Arts Center theater. The concert will feature several college dance ensembles, including the LCC Dance Theatre, the Jazz/Lyric Ensemble, the Ballet Folklorico and the Flamenco Company. Sponsored by the LCC performing arts department, the concert will serve to raise scholarship funds for dance students. Tickets are $5 per adult and $3 for students and senior citizens. For more information, call the LCC performing arts department at 721-5330.
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Edna Salas spooks visitors while in character as Bloody Mary at The Asylum, a haunted house at 9420 Polaris Drive.
Asylum preps for its bloody finale By KIRSTEN CROW LAREDO MORNING TIMES
It’s not paranoia if they really are after you. And it’s not irrational fear if something is lurking in the pitch-black, whispering your name — while another awaits, wailing, somewhere ahead of a dimly lit hallway. At The Asylum, it’s not paranoia — have no doubt; they are, in fact, after you — and as for that “irrational” fear? There are plenty of creatures creeping inside, ready to cash in on those secret phobias in a number of disturbing and inventive ways. In its big finale weekend, the mad scientists behind this mad house — firefighters Edgar Vasquez and Randall Manning — are ready to pull out a few more tricks from their morti-
cians’ sleeves. “We have some special things we’re doing for Halloween,” Vasquez said. “We don’t know how late we’re going to stay (tonight).” With 20 to 25 actors ready to torture the most stoic of voyeurs, a new array of realistic, silicon masks and an additional two or three new scenes, he said the duo is more than ready for the arrival of Halloween and its followers. Although some of the surprises must be left to the imagination, Vasquez said they are planning on a scene based on one of the most lasting and terrifying horror flicks of all time: “The Exorcist.” Other new scares include an ambulance, forever parked outside, that occasionally runs vic-
tims into the haunted house, where they belong — as well as running a few out, Manning said. “We bring in patients sometimes,” he said. “And sometimes we make it look like someone got hurt or maybe died inside.” As for the rest of the new attractions, victims will need to see them themselves. “I don’t want to give away too much,” Manning said. “But we’re going to have a blast.” The Asylum, 9420 Polaris Drive, behind the Laredo Entertainment Center, will be open tonight from 5 to midnight. The kids’ section — a short, child-friendly static display — costs $4 and opens at 5 p.m. The adults’ section opens at dark. For more information, call 324-9800.
ZFrontera AGENDAEN BREVE CULTURA LAREDO — El Laredo Center for the Arts invita a la comunidad a su evento cultural por el Día de los Muertos el sábado de 1 p.m. a 6 p.m. Habrá actuaciones de escuelas,artistas,músicos, poetas y bailarines locales. También habrá altares tradicionales, arte con gis,pintura de rostros,películas,entre otras actividades. Puede acudir con su mejor traje de Calaca. Más información llamando al (956) 725-1715. LAREDO — El TAMIU College of Arts and Sciences Department of Fine and Performing Arts Band Division anuncia la 3er Extravaganza Annual de Banda en el Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall el domingo a las 4 p.m. La entrada es gratuita y abierta al público en general. El evento presentará a la Symphonic Wind Ensemble y a la “Fighting Dustdevil” Marching Band. Más información llamando al 326.2640.
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NUEVO LAREDO — Aunque parece la misma historia, lo cierto es que hay un problema que cada cambio de temporada se repite para el área de salud: la automedicación. El llamado que hace nuevamente la Jurisdicción Sanitaria No. V es que las personas eviten automedicarse así como el uso de antibióticos ante problemas respiratorios. Un promedio de 14,500 consultas se generaron durante la semana en el sector salud público y privado, de las cuales el 15 por ciento se refieren a problemas respiratorios,
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dijo Luis Eduardo Cambell Loa, jefe del área de salud regional. “El porcentaje que ingresó a los hospitales fue menor, al momento no es preocupante”, dijo Campbell. La preocupación mayor de la Jurisdicción Sanitaria es el rotavirus, ocasionado por una
situación viral que provoca fiebre alta y evacuaciones intensas sobre todo en menores de dos años. En el caso del rotavirus la clave principal es la higiene, es decir, lavarse las manos antes de preparar alimentos, después de utilizar el servicio sanitario ó de haberle cambiado el pañal al menor, e igualmente evitar tener mascotas dentro de la casa. También es primordial mantener frescos los productos lácteos. “Son medidas de higiene, se trata de medidas que los padres saben pero que de alguna manera los ignoran”, aseguró Campbell. La Jurisdicción Sanitaria No. V mantuvo un monitoreo de 17 casos
sospechosos de rotavirus que se enviaron al laboratorio estatal. El reporte fue negativo. Por su parte, el jefe de gobierno Ramón Garza Barrios hizo un llamado a la población para extremar precauciones en esta temporada de mayor incidencia de la enfermedad. “Esta es la época en el cual el rotavirus puede arreciar”, dijo Garza Barrios. Hasta este momento en Nuevo Laredo no se ha registrado ningún caso de rotavirus, de ahí la importancia de observar algunas medidas higiénicas en el hogar. “El rotavirus es la principal causa de enfermedad diarreica y
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DEPORTES LAREDO — El domingo,el equipo de béisbol de Texas A&M International University llevará al cabo una clínica de otoño en el campo de béisbol de la universidad. El campamento es abierto para actuales jugadores del noveno al 12vo grado. La cuota de inscripción es de 50 dólares por estudiante. El objetivo será enfatizar las herramientras básicas del béisbol, para lo cual los jugadores podrán ponerlas en acción a la vez que serán evaluados por el personal de entrenamiento. Más información llamando a Porter en el 326-3004. LAREDO — El equipo varonil de fútbol soccer de Texas A&M International University recibe a Our Lady of the Lake University a las 7 p.m. del domingo.También el equipo femenil de soccer de Texas A&M International University recibirá a St. Edward’s University a la 1 p.m. Por su parte el equipo de vóleibol jugará contra St. Edward’s a la 1 p.m. La entrada general es de 5 dólares; en tanto que estudiantes pagan 3 dólares; la entrada es gratuita para cualquiera con identificación de TAMIU. Más información llamando al 326-2891. LAREDO — El equipo de Venados de Nuevo Laredo jugará el lunes contra el equipo varonil de baloncesto de TAMIU en terrenos de la Universidad a las 7 p.m. Los boletos tienen costo de 5 dólares general, y de 3 dólares para estudiantes. Gratis para cualquiera con identificación de TAMIU. Más información llamando al 326-2891. LAREDO — Todos los estudiantes de K-12 están invitados a tomar parte en el Torneo de Ajedrez de la George Washington Middle School, el sábado. Habrá cuatro rondas en cinco divisiones: primaria, elemental, secundaria, preparatoria, sin clasificación. La hora de entrada es de 11 a.m. a 11:45 a.m., con la primera ronda iniciaando al mediodía. Hay una cuota de inscripción. Puede llamar al 717-8384.
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deshidratación en niños menores de 2 años”, explicó Campbell Loa. Las estadísticas en la Jurisdicción Sanitaria No. V revelan que 20 de cada cien menores mueren deshidratados. El rotavirus se contagia por contacto con las heces fecales y presenta efectos de vómito, dolor abdominal, diarreas y temperatura. “Si sus niños tienen algunos de esto síntomas, inmediatamente llévelos a una institución médica para que sean valorados y atendidos”, dijo Garza Barrios. (Puede localizar a Miguel Timoshenkov llamando al (956) 7282583 o escribiendo a timo1@lmtonline.com)
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ENTRETENIMIENTO LAREDO — Pase la tarde del sábado en el Planetario Lamar Bruni Vergara de Texas A&M International University y explore “Black Holes”a las 6 p.m.“Laser Beatles”a las 7 p.m.“Laser Retro”a las 8 p.m. y “Classic Rock Laser” a las 9 p.m.La entrada general es de 5 dólares; niños, personal y ex alumnos pagan 4 dólares, igual que estudiantes. Más información llamando al 326-2444. LAREDO — Un concierto de danza de LCC con una muestra ecléctica se desarrollará el domingo en el Laredo Community College. Habrá danza moderna, jazz,ballet y bailes tradicionales de México y España a partir de las 3 p.m. en el teatro del Guadalupe and Lilia Martinez Fine Arts Center.Participarán tres bailarines profesionales, incluyendo a David Arevalo, Christina Greco y Sandra Y. Harsa.Patrocinado por el LCC Performing Arts Department.El costo del boleto es de 5 dólares por adulto y 3 dólares por estudiantes y adulto mayor, cuyas recaudaciones se destinarán al fondo de becas. LAREDO — El sábado es el trabajo de limpieza en el Paso del Indio Nature Trail en el Fort McIntosh del Laredo Commuynity College de 8 a.m. a 12 p.m. Traiga sus herramientras de trabajo. También se podrá disfrutar el Centro de Ciencias Ambientales Lamar Bruni Vergara de 10 a.m. a 2 p.m. Más información llamando al 764-5701. LAREDO — El Women’s City Club presenta el Baile de Gala Caritativo 2008 “ANight in Jalisco”el sábado a las 7 p.m. Habrá una cena, margaritas, Ballet Folcklórico, mariachis, una subasta silenciosa, la rifa de 10.000 dólares en oro y entretenimiento por Little Sister. La donación es de 10 dólares para la rifa. Los boletos para la gala son de 150 dólares por pareja,y las mesas patrocinadas con ocho sillas están en 1.000 dólares. Llame a Nancy de Anda al 7639960, para reservaciones.
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Bill Beilharz, a la derecha, y su copiloto Jorge Cevallos, de Estados Unidos sobre un Studebaker, fueron campeones de la Carrera Panamericana. Al centro el jefe de gobierno, Ramón Garza Barrios.
Reciben a ganadores de la Panamericana Por MIGUEL TIMOSHENKOV TIEMPO DE ZAPATA
NUEVO LAREDO — Las escuderías de Estados Unidos se llevaron el primer y tercer lugar en la meta final de la Carrera Panamericana, que concluyó el jueves por la tarde en Nuevo Laredo. La carrera dio inicio el 24 de octubre en Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, al sur de México. Bill Beilharz y su copiloto Jorge Cevallos, de Estados Unidos con su Studebaker, con el 108, fueron coronados como campeones en la meta de la frontera mexicana al recorrer 633 kilometros desde Zacatecas a Nuevo Laredo. En la edición XXI, Jorge Roberto Pedrero y su copiloto Marco Antonio Hernández, ocuparon el segundo lugar, con el numero 10 de un Studebaker. Mientras que en el tercer lugar Doug Mocket de Estados Unidos y su copiloto, Angélica Fuentes, mostraron gallardía pese a lo accidentado de los 3,100 kilómetros recorridos en la ruta. En el kilómetro 28 de la Carretera México
Nuevo Laredo terminó la ruta desarrollando velocidades hasta de 180 kilómetros por hora. Se dio la bienvenida a 89 pilotos de los 105 que empezaron la carrera, representando a 14 naciones que participaron en las categorías Turismo Mayor, Turismo Producción, Exhibición, Histórico, Sport Mayor y Menor, así como histórico plus. Los pilotos partieron de Zacatecas, a las 8 a.m. del jueves y arribaron a las 3:54, a la meta final en Nuevo Laredo. Ingresaron por el Bulevar Colosio al norte, se desplazaron hasta el Bulevar Ribereño, para tomar al sur por la Avenida Guerrero. Allí entre cientos de periodistas, camarógrafos esperaba a la columna de automóviles y pilotos. Los pilotos se vieron como héroes, brindaron con champagne. Se informó que inclusive participó el Presidente de Grupo Televisa, Emilio Azcáraga Jean, quien llegó en el lugar 46. El jefe de gobierno Ramón Garza Barrios, los recibió y felicitó por considerar a la frontera mexicana como la meta.
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Beilhorz trepó al capacete de su Studebaker con su copiloto Cevallos, brindando por el triunfo alcanzado. Cevallos dijo a Laredo Morning Times que “fue una gran aventura”. Eduardo Rojas, principal organizador de la Carrera Panamericana, dijo que estaba muy satisfecho por el entusiasmo, el recibimiento y el calor humano que dejan los fronterizos mexicanos. “Es un gran ambiente, sentimos como nuestra segunda casa en esta ciudad. Ellos nos han dado esa confianza, dijo Rojas. “Trataremos de reconsiderar todo. Tenemos invitaciones de otros estados pero nuestro cariño está con Nuevo Laredo”. Rojas no descartó a Nuevo Laredo como cierre para la versión XXII de la Carrera Panamericana. La premiación de los pilotos se hizo en público y se sirvió una cena en el Centro Cultural de Nuevo Laredo. (Puede localizar a Miguel Timoshenkov llamando al (956) 728-2583 o escribiendo a timo1@lmtonline.com)
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Un hombre sostiene entre sus manos varios alevines de tilapia (crías recién nacidas de peces).El municipio de Nueva Ciudad Guerrero en Coordinacion con el Sector Pesquero y el Comercio, tiene un programa implementado por la Secretaría de Turismo denominado “M Moderniza”mediante el cual se ha implementado la siembra de más de 200 mil alevines anualmente.El objetivo es fortalecer la pesca comercial y hacer autosuficiente y ordenada la comercializacion del producto pesquero en la Presa Internacional.
CIUDAD MIER — Como parte de la estrategia para difundir las acciones que se realizan en esta ciudad, se dio a conocer que ya se cuenta con un espacio en la red. El portal de información gubernamental, cultural y de información se puede visitar en www.mier.gob.mx y fue realizada con apoyo de la Dirección de Tecnologías de la Información y Departamento de Coordinación de Internet del Gobierno de Tamaulipas. Para mantener en buen funcionamiento la página, el presidente municipal José Iván Mancias Hinojosa dijo que se cuenta con el apoyo y coordinación de dos nuevas dependencias, como son la Dirección de Desarrollo Económico cuyo titular César Ramírez Rodríguez será el encargado de la actualización de la página web, y de la Dirección de Turismo, coordinada por Eglantina Molina Salinas. “Las diferentes dependencias municipales se encargarán de estar actualizando la información relativa a su área, a fin de seguir nutriendo este espacio”, dijo Mabcias Hinojosa. El sitio de internet cuenta con información desde la estructura orgánica del Municipio, Directorio oficial de funcionarios municipales, datos históricos, descripción heráldica, hidrografia, clima, ubicación geográfica, infraestructura, clubes de servicios, instituciones educativas, directorio turístico (hoteles y restaurantes), gastronomía, artesanías, leyendas, tradiciones y costumbres, fiestas populares, religiosas y cívicas, festividades culturales, himno y corrido a Mier, atractivos turísticos, arquitectura y edificios emblemáticos, monumentos arquitectónicos, fotos de Mier antiguo, caza y pesca, vías de acceso al Municipio e información relacionado con eventos en general.
MIGUEL ALEMÁN — En un 80 % de avance se encuentran los trabajos de pavimentación del circuito “Los Marroquín, La Sandia, Tres Palmas”. Según datosen comunicado de prensa del gobierno municipal, esta obra beneficiará a las trece comunidades en el LÓPEZ área rural del sur del municipio. El jefe de gobierno, Servando López Moreno realizó un recorrido por el área para supervisar la calidad y avance de la obra que realiza PEMEX en este sector de municipio. Los trabajos contemplan moto conformación, nivelación y pavimentación con asfalto caliente en 17 kilómetros de tercería. “Este fue un compromiso que
“Este fue un compromiso que hiciera el gobierno municipal y PEMEX como parte de la negociación del proyecto de la cuenca de Burgos”. PRESIDENTE MUNICIPAL, SERVANDO LÓPEZ MORENO
hiciera el gobierno municipal y PEMEX como parte de la negociación del proyecto de la cuenca de Burgos donde se extrae de los posos millones de metros cúbicos de gas natural”, explicó López Moreno. Pese a que el alcalde aceptó que las inclemencias del tiempo han retrasado la terminación de la obra, sostuvieron que los trabajos se han intensificado para terminar en el tiempo estimado. “La estrategia de mi gobierno no es presionando con manifestaciones sino con proyectos que benefician a ambas partes, en este caso a PEMEX que
mueve maquinaria pesada para sus operaciones en la extracción de gas natural”, aclaró López Moreno. El alcalde dijo que parte de la riqueza que mueve la economía del país sale de las tierras tamaulipecas, y en Miguel Alemán se están explotando cientos de pozos. “Justo es que también disfrutemos de esos beneficios, por tal motivo hemos hecho negociaciones para que la paraestatal haga efectivo los proyectos de infraestructura y acciones sociales que beneficien a nuestros habitantes”, concluyó diciendo López Moreno.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2008
RED RIBBON KICK-OFF
NATIONAL BUS SAFETY WEEK
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Students at Villarreal Elementary pledged to be drug free by placing a red ribbon on the fence of their school. Red Ribbon celebration and activities will continue this week.
GUEST SPEAKERS
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The Art Club of Villarreal Elementary presented Zapata County ISD bus drivers with posters to show their appreciation and the importance of bus safety. The bus drivers were also treated to breakfast from the Villarreal Elementary staff and students. Pictured are, from left Alejandra Gavilanes, Isela Gonzalez, Isabel Gonzalez, and Victoria Bravo
The history, origin of Halloween BY DORA MARTINEZ
Every kid (and kid at heart) looks forward to Oct. 31 each year. Each year, little boys magically turn into vampires and little girls into fairies, bidding for the greatest haul of sugar-laden sweets. However, Halloween has a much deeper — and in some ways, darker — history, which has given birth to one of the most beloved holidays in the world. Halloween’s origins go all the way back to ancient times and the Celtic festival of Samhain. This was the Celtic version of
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Zapata South Elem. hosted District Judge Jose Antonio Lopez, left, County Attorney S.Alfonzo Figueroa, center, and staff, and Superintendent of Schools Romeo Rodriguez Jr. as guest speakers for Red Ribbon Kick-off week Thursday, Oct. 23. Speakers talked about making wise choices, staying in school and getting an education.
COLUMN New Year’s Eve, celebrating the end of the summer and harvest time and marking a period of cold, darkness and the death of winter. The Celts believed this marked the time when the barrier between the living and the dead became thin. On Oct. 31, it was said, the spirits would come back from the dead and create havoc by damaging the crops with frost and causing a multitude of other troubles. The church soon enacted a
holiday to detour the worship of spirits and so proclaimed Nov. 1 as All Saints Day to honor the saints and martyrs of the church. This day was also known as All Hallow’s Eve. As the two religions began to mix much of the traditions of Samhain, such as dressing up in costumes and dancing around the fire, it became one with All Hallow’s Eve to create Halloween. Send suggestions to the zapatatimes@att.net. (Dora Martinez was the publisher for the Hispanic News in San Antonio for 21 years.)
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Ex-health care CEO Oil heads for 36% monthly convicted in $1.9B fraud case drop on U.S. downturn By STEVENSON JACOBS ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — Oil prices kept falling Friday, heading for their biggest monthly drop since futures trading began 25 years ago on signs that a contracting U.S. economy will suppress energy demand well into 2009. Oil’s monumental collapse — prices are down 36 percent for the month and 56 percent from their July record — has stunned oil-producing countries while giving cash-strapped U.S. consumers a rare dose of relief. Pump prices have fallen by half since their summer peak above $4 a gallon — a huge drop that’s expected to result in over $100 billion in annual savings for American households. “That’s a pretty powerful stimulus to consumers,”
said Adam Sieminski, chief energy economist at Deutsche Bank Global Markets in Washington. Friday’s oil decline was tied to a significantly stronger U.S. dollar. Oil market traders often buy oil as a hedge against inflation when the dollar falls and sell those investors when the greenback rises. The dollar has rallied in recent weeks as the financial crisis begins hurting economics in Europe and elsewhere, prompting investors to shift funds into the greenback as a safe haven. Light, sweet crude for December delivery fell $1.35 to $64.61 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange after earlier falling as low as $63.12. Prices closed at $100.64 a barrel on the last trading day in September. That gives oil the biggest monthly slide since the launch of the Nymex crude futures contract in 1983. The previous record was a 30 percent drop set in February 1986.
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS ASSOCIATED PRESS
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A federal jury on Friday convicted the former CEO of a failed health care financing company in a $1.9 billion fraud case that prosecutors likened to the Enron or WorldCom scandals. Lance Poulsen, 65, founder of National Century Financial Enterprises, was accused of fabricating data, moving money be-
tween accounts to hide shortfalls and misleading investors who funded his business model. He had been on trial for the past month on charges of securities fraud and money laundering. He was convicted on all 20 counts. His attorneys said they will file an appeal. Poulsen faces up to 135 years in prison, although his actual sentence will likely be shorter under federal-sentencing guidelines. No sentenc-
ing date was set. In closing arguments Thursday, U.S. trial attorney Leo Wise called the case one of the largest frauds ever investigated by the FBI. Poulsen, who was convicted in March and sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempting to bribe a witness, characterized himself as a rags-to-riches success story whose legitimate business was destroyed by the government.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2008
Laredo Community College offers opportunity for Zapata’s youth SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Academic Dual Credit
There are plenty of ways for Zapata High School students to get ahead in life at Laredo Community College. LCC has various programs and initiatives that offer students the opportunity to become acclimated to college life or begin earning college credit while in high school.
One of the newest initiatives is the Academic Dual Credit program, which was launched this fall. In collaboration with Laredo Independent School District, United Independent School District and Zapata County Independent School District, LCC is making it possible for more than 200 high school students to earn dual credit hours toward their high school diploma and a college degree by graduation. The dual credit initiative is in response to a new state mandate, House Bill 1 Sec. 28.009, which requires school districts to offer a program that allows students to earn the equivalent of up to 12 semester credit hours of college credit in high school. LISD and UISD students are bused to the LCC campuses to take their college-level courses, while the ZCISD students take their college courses in their high school. “With this unique initiative, LCC and its school district partners are targeting a group of high
First steps For many years, LCC has made it possible for qualified high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit through its Early Enrollment program, according to Federico Solis Jr., vice president for instruction. “The opportunity for high school students to earn college credit is nothing new at Laredo Community College,” Solis said. “However, in the last couple of years, LCC has developed partnerships with school districts and other entities to offer other ways for high school students to get a jump start on their college education.”
school students that are already motivated and capable to handle college-level coursework,” Solis said. “This program helps open the doors for these students to prove themselves.” He adds that the program offers a major cost-saving advantage to the participating students and their families. “Students and their parents love this program because the cost of tuition and books is covered by the school districts, offering a major savings in obtaining a college degree,” Solis noted.
A taste of college life LCC also offers innovative programs that allow high school students to sample college life. This past summer LCC and the Region One Education Service Center launched the Region One Gear Up program for incoming 10th-graders from LBJ and Zapata. High school students and their parents can learn more about any of the dual credit or college prep programs by contacting the senior counselor at their respective high school.
LAKE VIEW | Continued from Page 1A Don Bernardo died in Villa de Santiago, Nuevo Leon, in 1841, five years after San Jacinto. Peña’s genealogical research took him to one of his ancestors, Don Jose de Jesús Pelagio Peña Vela, who was also born in Revilla on March 27, 1827, the eldest of nine children of Jose Antonio Vela and Antonia Vela. “Don Jesus distinguished himself in a number of ways,” Chema Peña wrote in his book. “He defended the city of Guerrero against bandits and Indians.” The author credits Don Jesus with having saved a hostage from Lipan Apache Indians. He served three terms as municipal president of Guerrero and as an officer in the military. He also was head of public security in the area and led the Revilla region opposition to French intervention headed by Emperor Maximilian. Don Jesus, having inherited his father’s land grant on the Sabinas River, became a leading farmer and rancher. Peña described Don Jesus as an individual of “courage, charisma, principles, character, vision, convictions, decisiveness, ambition and honesty. These qualities were handy throughout his life.” Don Jesus’ reputation as a
leading citizen of the region is part of the stories recorded by historians and genealogical research. He is cited in genealogical works of Rodolfo Gonzalez de la Garza of Nuevo Laredo and Ernesto Zertuche of Lampazos. According to writer Peña, Don Jose de Jesus Pelagio Peña Vela was an opinionated fellow, taking political positions that “carried great risk of reprisals and retributions. For instance, he felt that Santa Anna was bad for Mexico. In 1854, his view was that Santa Anna ‘was no longer any good for the country and should be removed.’” “Santa Anna had appeared in the political horizon of Mexico since 1821,” Peña wrote. “At different times throughout 30 previous years, this man persuaded six to ten thousand men go into battle with him. He lost a leg in battle, lost his wife, married a 15-yearold girl … he became bored, claimed sickness and took leave.” The man retired to his hacienda, but he continued to come back to San Luis Potosi and Mexico City “to be president time and time again.” The story goes that author Peña’s forefather, Don Jesus, became part of the military leader-
ship that confronted the French, becoming the military commander in Guerrero in 1866. Under his leadership, the Mexican military once caught more than 1,000 French prisoners and 200 railcars of weapons, munitions and supplies. History tells that the French were overwhelmed in 1867. In a talk, Peña told of finding material detailing Don Jesus’ men raiding an Indian group (Sept. 20, 1867) who had killed a Peña neighbor (Trinidad Alegria), his wife and a child. Peña told how his forefather died at age 80 on Feb. 20, 1907. A monument (obelisk) was placed at a hill near the town at Santa Gertrudis in 1906 “to commemorate the combat between the French and the Mexican troops led by Don Jesus, a native of Guerrero.” Two personalities in Mexican history were about to take prominence in the region, Benito Juarez and Porfirio Diaz, with the execution of the emperor, Maximilian. Don Jesus’ legacy was part of history and the Peña descendants and their posterity. (Odie Arambula is at 956-728-2561 and e-mail, oarambula@stx.rr.com or odie@lmtonline.com)
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VAN | Continued from Page 1A The advantage, she explained, was that the clinic will offer five days of service, as opposed to the van’s accessibility only two days a week and in limited locations. The clinic will also allow for procedures the partially equipped vans might not have been able to provide. Neenan acknowledged, however, that one of the major conveniences of the van was its mobility. “I understand the situation here because it’s rural and people don’t have transportation,” she said. “I mean, I’ve taken some of the people home myself.” Neenan said that after the Laredo clinic is established, she hopes to continue the mobile clinics and again offer services to children and adults, many of who have never been to a dentist. “What we’ve done at the health science center is we’ve actually invested in a major initiative for Laredo, and we had always envisioned having an outreach program in a mobile van,” she said. “But we have to get this dental home set and up
“I understand the situation here because it’s rural and people don’t have transportation.” DR. ELAINE NEENAN and running, and that was where we were going when we spoke to Mr. Sanchez. “He asked us to do this, and of course we said, ‘Yes,’ but we sort of feel like if we can get a dental home up and running, then someday, we would be able to do something like this because there really is a need.” Neenan said one of the basic yet most important components of the mobile unit is ensuring that a backup dental agency is available when the van is not. “The concern is what if somebody has a problem when we are not here? That’s why we have to be very careful,” she said, adding that the Gateway Community Health Center has served that purpose the last 18 months and has been “fantastic.”
Neenan said that offering services to rural communities and the poor is personal to her, having grown up in the same situation. “I understand. We never had doctors or dentists,” she said. That’s why, she said, she and her colleagues are not abandoning Laredo. “We haven’t turned away, and I have told all the center directors that we hope to be able to connect with them in the future,” she said. “If we can get our clinic up and running and get it solid and going, then maybe we can find a way that we can reach out. It just makes no sense not to come out.” (Julian Aguilar may be reached at 728-2557 or jaguilar@lmtonline.com)
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SENATE | Continued from Page 1A businessman so they could tell him what they haven’t had since Zaffirini became a senator in 1987. Also, he said he would seek to lower property taxes with 3 percent caps, cut wasteful state spending and propose to re-regulate college tuition. Safeguarding the environment and getting affordable healthcare for every Senate District 21 citizen are other issues he would work on, Bruni said. “Right now all we have is hospitals for profit,” he said. “I ask the voters of Zapata, where the Brunis grew up, to remember my name and remember that I don’t need this job, but I love my town and I love the people of Zapata,” Bruni said. While Bruni criticized Zaffirini’s environmental voting record, she said that since she became senator, she has been working hard to protect the environment. She pointed toward her freshman year as senator when she passed legislation that created soil and water conservation districts in Zapata and Laredo. She also promoted alternative fuels in 2007, having secured $5
“I love my town and I love the people of Zapata.” CANDIDATE LOUIS H. BRUNI
million for research into wind energy. Among the other things she has done for the environment, Zaffirini said, was getting the state of Texas to help Nuevo Laredo build a wastewater treatment plant in an effort to alleviate pollution of the Rio Grande. If she’s reelected, Zaffirini said, she would focus on early childhood education and higher education opportunities for her constituents. Health and human services and ensuring healthcare is available to those in need are also important to her, she said. “I have run on the record of uniting leaders and residents to succeed together and to provide a better quality of life,” she said. (Nick Georgiou may be reached at 728-2582 or nickg@lmtonline.com)
VOTING | Continued from Page 1A Villarreal-Bonoan’s office. Zapata Democratic Party Chair Doroteo Garza said he anticipates most people casting their vote in the election are voting for Illinois Sen. Barack Obama, the party’s nominee for president. “I think there’s more interest in this year than there has been in the past years,” Garza said. The party has not organized any get out the vote efforts, but they have been supporting local Democratic Party candidates such as state Sen. Judith Zaffirini and Rep. Henry Cuellar,
Garza said. Zapata County does not have a Republican Party chair. In this year’s Democratic Primary, 3,196 people voted in Zapata. None voted in the Republican Primary. Zapata County had a turnout of 2,898 in the 2004 presidential election. On Election Day, voters can head to the polls at locations in each of the county’s seven precincts. (Jason Buch may be reached at 728-2547 or jbuch@lmtonline.com)
URSULINE | Continued from Page 7A overjoyed to hear this news. We were all so disappointed when they left.”
The celebration Saldaña, along with other alumni, are organizing the celebration and historical exhibit for the reunion. The event will open at about 5 p.m. Saturday and continue “until the last dog is dead,” according to Dolce. Refreshments and candies will be served. The work on the historical exhibit began in June after Dolce contacted Saldaña and fellow alumna Margarita Araiza, executive director of the Webb County Heritage Foundation. And the pair worked diligently to get the job done, Dolce noted. “Just like good Ursuline graduates, as soon as I asked for help, all they said was, ‘Yes, Mother,’ with no hesitation,” said a smiling Dolce.
The memories Saldaña remembers how the sisters led by example when it came to following through on promises and how their high standards and expectations have helped her throughout her life. Araiza recalled talking with fellow alumni about their first day at Laredo Community College following graduation from Ursuline Academy. “All of us girls were sitting in class waiting for the professor to enter and as soon as he did, we all stood up,” Araiza said, laughing. “Even the professor was shocked to see a row of girls just standing up because he walked in. We didn’t know any better — that is what we were always taught to do when a teacher walked in the room, you show them respect by standing up.” She added that the Ursuline Sisters taught their students to respect themselves and the people around them.
The new beginning Four Ursuline sisters will be returning to Laredo and although they will not be coming back to teach in the traditional sense, Dolce said they will be active in the community. When asked what the Ursuline Sisters hope to accomplish, Dolce quoted St. Angelo: “You have a greater need to serve others than they have to be served.” Dolce said it is important that as Ursuline Sisters they remember they are not only here for the community, but also for what they can learn from the community. “You can’t come to a community to do things for people … you
Zapata County Dire Chief Juan J. Meza, right, poses with some of the department’s personnel Friday morning. From left, Guadalupe Arambla, William butterfield, Eddie Salazar, Juan Garza, Lt. Pito Martinez and Meza. Top row, Capt. Freddy Hernandez, left, and paramedic Benjamin Martinez.
come to walk with the community so that their life and my life is enriched,” she said. For more information about the exhibit and the reunion, contact Saldaña at cynthia@stx.rr.com or Araiza at araizamargarita@yahoo.com. (Taryn White may be reached at 728-2568 or by e-mail at twhite@lmtonline.com)
Photo by Cuate Santos | Laredo Morning times
FIRE | Continued from Page 1A “If I need help and they’re available, they’re here,” Meza said. “If they need help, I’ll send in a truck.” Maybe the camaraderie exists because of the dedication to the service many firefighters feel. “Rule No. 1, you’ve got to love your job,” Meza said. The fire department, of course, has grown with the community around it. “I’ve seen Zapata grow a lot,” Meza said. “When I started, in ’73, we were doing 120 calls a year,” Meza said. “Now we’re doing 140 a month or more.” But grass fires are still one of their biggest concerns, and this winter is looking like prime grass fire season. “We have a lot of dry grass, high winds, low humidities. (It’s) bad; that’s when we have a red flag, that’s when the party starts,” Meza said. Meza is a 35-year veteran of the Zapata County Fire Department. He started as a volunteer in 1973 and became fire marshal in ’75. “Once you get into the fire service, it gets into your blood, and it’s very hard to get it out,” Meza said. Today, in addition to being chief, Meza still works as fire marshal. “I’m the arson investigator,” he said. “I’m a peace officer.” Since Meza became chief, he has upgraded the EMS from ba-
sic to basic-advanced level, meaning there are now intermediate paramedics. Meza also wants his firefighters to get certified in SCUBA diving. Currently, the ZFD doesn’t have any boats, but Meza said he would like to have his people trained for the future. “Right now, classes are cheap, and we’ve moved up from a basic department,” Meza said. “If I have my people ready for the future, I don’t have to worry.” From peace officers to fire inspectors, firefighters, paramedics and intermediaries, 33 employees work at the Zapata Fire Department. The department also has four brush trucks, two pumpers — one of which is in the shop right now — and two Army trucks: a 5-ton and a deuce and a half, or 2½-ton truck. The 5-ton truck has a 1,500-gallon tank for grass fires. “Sometimes I feel short — we need more because of the demand of the calls,” Meza said. He just recently hired two new paramedics, one of whom is from Laredo. The new employee from Lare-
do is Herbert Serna. Serna has close to seven years of paramedic work under his belt, working with private ambulance services. “It’s a slower pace, it’s a dif-
ferent type of job,” Serna said of Zapata. (Zach Lindsey may be reached at 728-2538 or zach@lmtonline.com)
14A | THE ZAPATA TIMES
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2008
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Sports&Outdoors Ants beat Hawks, 34-28 By DENNIS SILVA II THE ZAPATA TIMES
The Progreso Red Ants presented the Zapata Hawks with even more horrors on Halloween night, defeating the Hawks 34-28 in District 32-3A play in Progreso. It was the fourth consective defeat for the Hawks, who started the district season 2-0. They now sit at 2-4 in district play, 54 overall. The Red Ants, which entered the contest on a five-game losing streak, won their first district game and improved to 1-5, 4-5 overall. It was a back-and-forth affair as neither team gained an advantage on the
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The Zapata Lady Hawks volleyball team finished its 2008 season Tuesday, defeating Lyford in three matches. The seniors playing in their final game as a Hawk were Ashley Navarro, Tessa Moss, Lynda Leyva and Celina Benavides.
Lady Hawks end with win on road By KEITH MARTIN
Isabel and us. I know that some of the schools in our district felt that we would not be competitive The Zapata Lady Hawks fin- enough for them.” ished their 2008 volleyball seaPlaying their last game as a son with a last road game victory, Hawk, against Lyford, were sensweeping Lyford 3-0 (25-20, 25-18, iors Ashley Navarro, Tessa Moss, 27-25) on Tuesday. Lynda Leyva and Celina BenaBut because of a loss to Port Is- vides. abel on Oct. 24, the Lady Hawks Moss averaged 11.5 kills per will miss the postseason match and was the Hawks’ after three consecutive LADY HAWKS leader in digs. trips to the area round of Leyva averaged six kills DISTRICT 32-31 the playoffs. and two blocks per match. 13-16 They finished fourth Adriana Peña led the Overall record in District 32-3A, comteam in aces, and sopho8-6 piling a 13-16 overall more Brandi King was a District record, 8-6 in district. pleasant surprise, averagHildago, La Feria and ing 13.5 kills and 5.5 blocks Port Isabel topped the district. per match. “I knew it was going to be “The one person that was a big tough going into the new district, surprise to me and was impresbut I also felt that we could make sive throughout district was Brana run for the playoffs,” Zapata di,” Villarreal said. “We would go coach Rosie Villarreal said. “I pre- to play in the Valley, and some of dicted that the top four teams See LADY | PAGE 2B would be La Feria, Hidalgo, Port THE ZAPATA TIMES
other. The game was tied at 21 at halftime. But Progreso prevailed when it counted, despite totaling fewer yards (292-241) than Zapata. Senior quarterback Meliton Trejo scored twice for the Hawks on runs of 10 and 20 yards, respectively. Trejo now has 12 rushing touchdowns on the season. Sergio Quintanilla and George Gutierrez also scored for Zapata. Quintanilla scored on a 16-yard run and brought his touchdown total up to five. Gutierrez scored on a 3-yard run. He now has 12 touchdowns on the season. The Hawks will close their 2008 season at home against Hidalgo on Friday.
DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
Giants looking to bury Cowboys By TOM CANAVAN ASSOCIATED PRESS
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Mention the Dallas Cowboys, and Justin Tuck doesn’t hide the feelings of the New York Giants. “They hate us and we hate them,” the defensive end said in all seriousness. That’s just the way it is for games between America’s Team and the Giants. It’s the All-Pros against the All-Joes. It’s glitz vs. blue collar. It’s the outspoken Jerry Jones against the tradition-laden Mara and Tisch families. Make no mistake, despite being Super Bowl champions, the Giants carry a chip about anything having to do with Dallas. That’s why this Sunday may be a get-even day for the Giants. Picked to finish behind Dallas in the preseason polls, the Giants (6-1) head into the midpoint of the season with a chance to bury the injury-ravaged Cowboys (5-3) in the NFC East. A win over
Tony Romo-less Cowboys would open a three-game lead in the division and leave Dallas with plenty to worry about heading into its bye week. “We don’t get the respect that other people get,” Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce said. “We got names, but some people have bigger names and get more credit. For us, that doesn’t matter. I want some more hardware and we’re working on that this season, winning the division and getting to the playoffs.” This just has not been Dallas’ year, on or off the field. Injuries have devastated the lineup and more off-field problems led to the suspension of troubled cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones. The biggest injury is Romo. The quarterback will miss his third game this weekend with a broken right pinkie and be replaced by Brad Johnson.
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Zapata boys’champion Raul Serna, left, and girls’champion Michelle Garcia display their awards after leading their teams to District 32-3A crosscountry championships last weekend.
Zapata boy’s, girl’s cross-country teams win 32-3A crowns SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
apata Hawks boy’s and girl’s cross-country teams won the District 32-3A meet in Hidalgo. The Lady Hawks beat La Feria by three points, and the boys beat Progreso by 14 points. Both teams will compete at the regional meet in San Antonio on Nov. 8. Led by district champ and senior Raul Serna, the boys defeated stateranked Progreso for first. “It’s the postseason, and we are ready to test ourselves at the promised
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land,” coach Mike Villarreal said. “Being part of this new district (32-3A) was the best thing for our athletic program. It’s a new district where new standards and new records must be attained to continue our Hawk Pride tradition.” Two athletes who helped capture the district title were juniors Keith Cobb, who finished six, and Juan Alvarado, seventh. Other strong performances were by sophomore Danny Garcia’s 17th, senior Jerry Chapa’s 18th, junior O.J. Quintanilla’s 19th and senior Luis
Olvera’s 20th. The varsity girls captured their fourth consecutive district title in close fashion, as perennial champion La Feria was dethroned for the first time in over five years in 32-3A. The Lady Hawks placed five girls in the top 10. For the third year in a row, Zapata High School has bragging rights to being the home of the individual district champion. Michelle Garcia raced her way to a convincing win in a time of
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Zscores CHL NORTHERN CONFERENCE Northeast Division W L OTL Pts GF GA Ok City 4 0 2 10 21 10 Bossier-Shreveport 4 1 0 8 21 9 Mississippi 2 3 0 4 12 20 Tulsa 0 2 1 1 6 20 Northwest Division W L OTL Pts GF GA Colorado 7 0 0 14 35 21 Rapid City 1 0 4 6 23 21 Wichita 2 3 0 4 17 22 Rocky Mountain 1 4 0 2 11 26 SOUTHERN CONFERENCE Southeast Division W L OTL Pts GF GA Laredo 4 2 0 8 22 14 Texas 3 1 1 7 17 15 RG Valley 3 0 0 6 16 7 Corpus Christi 1 3 0 2 18 20 Southwest Division W L OTL Pts GF GA Odessa 4 1 0 8 29 13 New Mexico 2 2 1 5 23 24 Arizona 1 4 0 2 14 24 Amarillo 1 5 0 2 11 30 NOTE: Two points are awarded for a win, one point for loss in overtime or shootout. Overtime or shootout losses are only denoted in the OTL column, not the loss column. Thursday’s Games Colorado 3, Bossier-Shreveport 2 Amarillo 2, Texas 1, OT Laredo 6, Corpus Christi 3 Friday’s Games Arizona at Amarillo Laredo at Corpus Christi Colorado at Mississippi Rio Grande Valley at Odessa Rocky Mountain at Wichita Rapid City at Oklahoma City Bossier-Shreveport at Tulsa Texas at New Mexico Saturday’s Games Oklahoma City at Corpus Christi Colorado at Mississippi Arizona at Odessa Laredo at Rio Grande Valley Wichita at Tulsa New Mexico at Rocky Mountain Sunday’s Games Arizona at Amarillo Rapid City at Wichita
MLB
DIVISION SERIES (Best-of-5) AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 3, Los Angeles 1 Wednesday, Oct. 1: Boston 4, Los Angeles
1 Friday, Oct. 3: Boston 7, Los Angeles 5 Sunday, Oct. 5: Los Angeles 5, Boston 4, 12 innings Monday, Oct. 6: Boston 3, Los Angeles 2, Boston wins series 3-1 Tampa Bay 3, Chicago 1 Thursday, Oct. 2: Tampa Bay 6, Chicago 4 Friday, Oct. 3: Tampa Bay 6, Chicago 2 Sunday, Oct. 5: Chicago 5, Tampa Bay 3 Monday, Oct. 6: Tampa Bay 6, Chicago 2, Tampa Bay wins series 3-1 NATIONAL LEAGUE Los Angeles 3, Chicago 0 Wednesday, Oct. 1: Los Angeles 7, Chicago 2 Thursday, Oct. 2: Los Angeles 10, Chicago 3 Saturday, Oct. 4: Los Angeles 3, Chicago 1, Los Angeles wins series 3-0 Philadelphia 3, Milwaukee 1 Wednesday, Oct. 1: Philadelphia 3, Milwaukee 1 Thursday, Oct. 2: Philadelphia 5, Milwaukee 2 Saturday, Oct. 4: Milwaukee 4, Philadelphia 1 Sunday, Oct. 5: Philadelphia 6, Milwaukee 2, Philadelphia wins series 3-1 LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-7) AMERICAN LEAGUE Tampa Bay 4, Boston 3 Friday, Oct. 10: Boston 2, Tampa Bay 0 Saturday, Oct. 11: Tampa Bay 9, Boston 8, 11 innings Monday, Oct. 13: Tampa Bay 9, Boston 1 Tuesday, Oct. 14: Tampa Bay 13, Boston 4 Thursday, Oct. 16: Boston 8, Tampa Bay 7 Saturday, Oct. 18: Boston 4, Tampa Bay 2 Sunday, Oct. 19: Tampa Bay 3, Boston 1, Tampa Bay wins series 4-3 National League Philadelphia 4, Los Angeles 1 Thursday, Oct. 9: Philadelphia 3, Los Angeles 2 Friday, Oct. 10: Philadelphia 8, Los Angeles 5 Sunday, Oct. 12: Los Angeles 7, Philadelphia 2 Monday, Oct. 13: Philadelphia 7, Los Angeles 5 Wednesday, Oct. 15: Philadelphia 5, Los Angeles 1, Philadelphia wins series 4-1 WORLD SERIES Tampa Bay vs. Philadelphia Wednesday, Oct. 22 Philadelphia 3, Tampa Bay 2 Thursday, Oct. 23 Tampa Bay 4, Philadelphia 2 Saturday, Oct. 25 Philadelphia 5, Tampa Bay 4 Sunday, Oct. 26 Philadelphia 10, Tampa Bay 2, Philadelphia leads series 3-1 Monday, Oct. 27 Tampa Bay 2, Philadelphia 2, 5½ innings, susp., rain Tuesday, Oct. 28 Tampa Bay at Philadelphia, comp. of susp. game, ppd., rain Wednesday, Oct. 29 Philadelphia 4, Tampa Bay 3, comp. of susp. game, Philadelphia wins series 4-1
NFL All Times EST AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF New England 5 2 0.714 153 Buffalo 5 2 0.714 165 N.Y. Jets 4 3 0.571 182 Miami 3 4 0.429 145 South W L T Pct PF Tennessee 7 0 01.000 180 Jacksonville 3 4 0.429 141 Indianapolis 3 4 0.429 149 Houston 3 4 0.429 175 North W L T Pct PF Pittsburgh 5 2 0.714 155 Baltimore 4 3 0.571 134 Cleveland 3 4 0.429 115 Cincinnati 0 8 0.000 104 West W L T Pct PF 4 3 0.571 173 Denver San Diego 3 5 0.375 224 Oakland 2 5 0.286 107 Kansas City 1 6 0.143 99 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct PF N.Y. Giants 6 1 0.857 191 Washington 6 2 0.750 165 Dallas 5 3 0.625 202 Philadelphia 4 3 0.571 194 South W L T Pct PF Carolina 6 2 0.750 174 Tampa Bay 5 3 0.625 170 Atlanta 4 3 0.571 153 New Orleans 4 4 0.500 216 North W L T Pct PF Chicago 4 3 0.571 196 Green Bay 4 3 0.571 194 Minnesota 3 4 0.429 154 Detroit 0 7 0.000 114 West W L T Pct PF Arizona 4 3 0.571 200 Seattle 2 5 0.286 144 St. Louis 2 5 0.286 112 San Francisco 2 6 0.250 171 Sunday’s Games
PA 132 143 170 146 PA 87 151 162 185 PA 110 110 123 217 PA 195 199 177 193
PA 115 145 184 137 PA 127 120 154 195 PA 150 159 167 212 PA 171 184 201 230
Detroit at Chicago, 1 p.m. Houston at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Tennessee, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Buffalo, 1 p.m. Arizona at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Kansas City, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. Miami at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Dallas at N.Y. Giants, 4:15 p.m. Atlanta at Oakland, 4:15 p.m. Philadelphia at Seattle, 4:15 p.m. New England at Indianapolis, 8:15 p.m. Open: San Diego, Carolina, New Orleans, San Francisco Monday’s Game Pittsburgh at Washington, 8:30 p.m. Thursday’s Game Denver at Cleveland, 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9 Seattle at Miami, 1 p.m. St. Louis at N.Y. Jets, 1 p.m. Tennessee at Chicago, 1 p.m. Green Bay at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Detroit, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Atlanta, 1 p.m. Buffalo at New England, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Houston, 1:01 p.m. Carolina at Oakland, 4:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m. Kansas City at San Diego, 4:15 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Philadelphia, 8:15 p.m. Open: Dallas, Washington, Tampa Bay, Baltimore Monday, Nov. 10 San Francisco at Arizona, 8:30 p.m. Injury Report NEW YORK — The updated National Football League injury report, as provided by the league: SUNDAY ARIZONA CARDINALS at ST. LOUIS RAMS — CARDINALS: OUT TE Leonard Pope (ankle). QUESTIONABLE: WR Early Doucet (groin), DE Travis LaBoy (groin), WR Sean Morey (hamstring), TE Ben Patrick (knee). PROBABLE: S Aaron Francisco (ankle), CB Eric Green (knee), K Neil Rackers (right calf). RAMS: OUT WR Drew Bennett (foot), S Todd Johnson (kidney). QUESTIONABLE: DT Adam Carriker (ankle), CB Tye Hill (knee), RB Steven Jackson (thigh), DE Leonard Little (hamstring). ATLANTA FALCONS at OAKLAND RAIDERS — FALCONS: OUT T Sam Baker (hip, back). QUESTIONABLE: DE Jamaal Anderson (concussion), LB Michael Boley (quadricep), CB Brent Grimes (knee), DT Grady Jackson (knee), LB Stephen Nicholas (quadricep), RB Jerious Norwood (concussion), WR Laurent Robinson (knee), T Todd Weiner (knee). RAIDERS: DOUBTFUL: LB Jon Alston (foot), LB Ricky Brown (groin), DE Derrick Burgess (tricep), RB Darren McFadden (toe). PROBABLE: S Michael Huff (thumb), CB Chris Johnson (back), QB Andrew Walter (calf), S Gibril Wilson (toe). BALTIMORE RAVENS at CLEVELAND BROWNS — RAVENS: OUT: S Dawan Landry (neck), TE Daniel Wilcox (thigh). DOUBTFUL: CB Chris McAlister (knee), CB Samari Rolle (neck). QUESTIONABLE: T Jared Gaither (neck), RB Willis McGahee (ankle), T Adam Terry (knee), CB Frank Walker (thigh). PROBABLE: LB Brendon Ayanbadejo (ankle), WR Yamon Figurs (knee), TE Todd Heap (neck), RB Le’Ron McClain (ankle), S Ed Reed (shoulder, neck). BROWNS: OUT: G Ryan Tucker (knee). DOUBTFUL: RB Lawrence Vickers (ankle). QUESTIONABLE: S Mike Adams (hamstring), S Sean Jones (knee), LB Shantee Orr (foot), DT Shaun Smith (hand), WR Donte’ Stallworth (quadricep), DE Corey Williams (shoulder). DALLAS COWBOYS at NEW YORK GIANTS — COWBOYS: OUT: RB Felix Jones (hamstring), G Kyle Kosier (foot), CB Terence Newman (abdomen), QB Tony Romo (right finger). QUESTIONABLE: TE Jason Witten (ribs). PROBABLE: CB Anthony Henry (thigh), LB Anthony Spencer (hamstring), S Pat Watkins (neck). GIANTS: OUT: CB Kevin Dockery (back), LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee). PROBABLE: LB Bryan Kehl (toe), DT Fred Robbins (hand). DETROIT LIONS at CHICAGO BEARS — LIONS: OUT: LB Jordon Dizon (hamstring), RB Jerome Felton (ankle), S Dwight Smith (foot). DOUBTFUL: TE Casey Fitzsimmons (ribs). QUESTIONABLE: G Damion Cook (knee), DT Chuck Darby (calf), C Andy McCollum (finger), DT Cory Redding (groin). BEARS: QUESTIONABLE: LB Hunter Hillenmeyer (thumb), WR Brandon Lloyd (knee), S Danieal Manning (hamstring). PROBABLE: WR Marty Booker (knee), DT Tommie Harris (knee), CB Charles Tillman (shoulder), CB Nathan Vasher (wrist). GREEN BAY PACKERS at TENNESSEE TITANS — PACKERS: DOUBTFUL: LB Desmond Bishop (hamstring). QUESTIONABLE: WR Jordy Nelson (ankle). PROBABLE: T Chad Clifton (knees), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), LB Danny Lansanah (hamstring), QB Aaron Rodgers (right shoulder), CB Charles Woodson (toe). TITANS: OUT: LB Colin Allred (groin). DOUBTFUL: DE William Hayes (illness). QUESTIONABLE: CB Chris Carr (back), DE Kyle Vanden Bosch (groin). PROBABLE: DE Dave Ball (concussion), RB Quinton Ganther (concussion). HOUSTON TEXANS at MINNESOTA VIKINGS — TEXANS: OUT: WR Andre Davis (finger). QUESTIONABLE: LB Zach Diles (hamstring), RB Ahman Green (thigh). PROBABLE: S Dominique Barber (hamstring), WR Kevin Walter (knee). VIKINGS: OUT: LB David Herron (hip). QUESTIONABLE: TE Garrett Mills (ankle). PROBABLE: DE Ray Edwards (knee), WR Sidney Rice (knee), S Madieu Williams (neck). JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS at CINCINNATI BENGALS — JAGUARS: OUT: WR Mike Walker (knee). PROBABLE: CB Rashean Mathis (foot), WR Reggie Williams (hamstring). BENGALS: OUT: WR Andre Caldwell (foot), S Dexter Jackson (hamstring), QB Carson Palmer (right elbow), WR Jerome Simpson (ankle). QUESTIONABLE: LB Rashad Jeanty (foot). PROBABLE: DE Jonathan Fanene (hamstring), CB Jamar Fletcher (hamstring), WR Glenn Holt (chest), WR Chad Johnson (foot), TE Reggie Kelly (neck), LB Corey Mays (ankle), S Nedu Ndukwe (ribs), DT Domata Peko (ankle), TE Ben Utecht (chest). MIAMI DOLPHINS at DENVER BRONCOS — DOLPHINS: OUT: RB Casey Cramer (ankle). BRONCOS: OUT: CB Champ Bailey (groin). QUESTIONABLE: RB Andre Hall (ankle), RB Michael Pittman (ribs), TE Tony Scheffler (groin), WR Brandon Stokley (concussion), RB Ryan Torain (elbow), RB Selvin Young (groin). PROBABLE: WR Brandon Marshall (groin), DT Dewayne Robertson (knee). NEW YORK JETS at BUFFALO BILLS — JETS: OUT: K Mike Nugent (right thigh), S Eric Smith (head). DOUBTFUL: TE Bubba Franks (hip), LB David Harris (groin). QUESTIONABLE: TE Chris Baker (hip), LB Cody Spencer (shoulder). PROBABLE: WR Laveranues Coles (thigh), WR Jerricho Cotchery (shoulder). BILLS: OUT: G Brad Butler (knee), WR Josh Reed (ankle), DE Aaron Schobel (foot). PROBABLE: QB Trent Edwards (ankle), S John Wendling (ankle), G Jason Whittle (thigh), CB Ashton Youboty (foot). PHILADELPHIA EAGLES at SEATTLE SEAHAWKS — EAGLES: OUT: G Shawn Andrews (back), TE L.J. Smith (concussion). QUESTIONABLE: WR Jason Avant (trapezius). PROBABLE: WR Reggie Brown (groin), WR DeSean Jackson (shoulder), DE Juqua Parker (knee), RB Brian Westbrook (rib, ankle). SEAHAWKS: OUT: WR Deion Branch (heel), QB Matt Hasselbeck (back), TE Will Heller (knee), DE Patrick Kerney (shoulder). QUESTIONABLE: LB Lofa Tatupu (groin), RB Leonard Weaver (foot). PROBABLE: WR Koren Robinson (knee). TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS at KANSAS CITY CHIEFS — BUCCANEERS: OUT: S Jermaine Phillips (forearm). QUESTIONABLE: RB B.J. Askew (hamstring), WR Michael Clayton (knee), RB Warrick Dunn (back), QB Brian Griese (right elbow), DT Jovan Haye (foot), WR Ike Hilliard (shoulder), G Arron Sears (back, head), WR Maurice Stovall (hamstring). CHIEFS: QUESTIONABLE: P Dustin Colquitt (left groin), LB We-
ston Dacus (groin), CB Patrick Surtain (quadricep). PROBABLE: RB Jamaal Charles (ankle), CB Brandon Flowers (foot), S Jarrad Page (groin). NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS at INDIANAPOLIS COLTS — PATRIOTS: DOUBTFUL: LB Shawn Crable (shin), RB Sammy Morris (knee), CB Lewis Sanders (hamstring). QUESTIONABLE: LB Eric Alexander (hamstring), DE Jarvis Green (ankle), CB Ellis Hobbs (shoulder), RB LaMont Jordan (calf), T Nick Kaczur (ankle), WR Matt Slater (ankle). COLTS: OUT: WR Roy Hall (knee). QUESTIONABLE: RB Joseph Addai (hamstring), RB Clifton Dawson (concussion), CB Kelvin Hayden (hamstring, knee), CB Dante Hughes (ankle), LB Freddy Keiaho (knee), RB Dominic Rhodes (ankle), S Bob Sanders (ankle, knee), TE Tom Santi (shoulder), WR Reggie Wayne (knee). MONDAY PITTSBURGH STEELERS at WASHINGTON REDSKINS — STEELERS: OUT: S Ryan Clark (shoulder), LB Keyaron Fox (hamstring), CB Bryant McFadden (forearm), T Marvel Smith (back). PROBABLE: DT Casey Hampton (toe), G Chris Kemoeatu (ankle), RB Willie Parker (knee), S Troy Polamalu (not injury related), QB Ben Roethlisberger (right shoulder), LB LaMarr Woodley (calf). REDSKINS: OUT: RB Ladell Betts (knee), WR Malcolm Kelly (knee), CB Shawn Springs (calf). QUESTIONABLE: DT Cornelius Griffin (shoulder), S LaRon Landry (hamstring), WR Santana Moss (hamstring), CB Carlos Rogers (calf), T Chris Samuels (knee). PROBABLE: DT Lorenzo Alexander (toe), RB Rock Cartwright (knee), S Chris Horton (ankle), G Pete Kendall (knee), RB Clinton Portis (ankle), CB Fred Smoot (groin), DE Jason Taylor (calf), LB Marcus Washington (hip).
NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic W L Pct GB Boston 1 0 1.000 — New Jersey 1 0 1.000 — New York 1 0 1.000 — Toronto 1 0 1.000 — Philadelphia 0 1 .000 1 Southeast W L Pct GB Atlanta 1 0 1.000 — Charlotte 0 1 .000 1 Miami 0 1 .000 1 Orlando 0 1 .000 1 Washington 0 1 .000 1 Central W L Pct GB Chicago 1 0 1.000 — Detroit 1 0 1.000 — Cleveland 1 1 .500 ½ Milwaukee 1 1 .500 ½ Indiana 0 1 .000 1 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest W L Pct GB 2 0 1.000 — Houston New Orleans 2 0 1.000 — Dallas 0 1 .000 1½ Memphis 0 1 .000 1½ San Antonio 0 1 .000 1½ Northwest W L Pct GB Minnesota 1 0 1.000 — Utah 1 0 1.000 — Denver 0 1 .000 1 Oklahoma City 0 1 .000 1 Portland 0 1 .000 1 Pacific W L Pct GB L.A. Lakers 2 0 1.000 — Phoenix 1 1 .500 1 Golden State 0 1 .000 1½ L.A. Clippers 0 1 .000 1½ Sacramento 0 1 .000 1½ Thursday’s Games Cleveland 96, Charlotte 79 Houston 112, Dallas 102 New Orleans 108, Phoenix 95 Friday’s Games New York at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Golden State at Toronto, 7 p.m. Sacramento at Miami, 7:30 p.m. Orlando at Memphis, 8 p.m. Chicago at Boston, 8 p.m. Denver at L.A. Clippers, 10:30 p.m. San Antonio at Portland, 10:30 p.m. Saturday’s Games Sacramento at Orlando, 7 p.m. Boston at Indiana, 7 p.m. Philadelphia at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Miami at Charlotte, 7 p.m. Golden State at New Jersey, 7:30 p.m. Washington at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. Dallas at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Cleveland at New Orleans, 8 p.m. Memphis at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Toronto at Milwaukee, 8:30 p.m. Oklahoma City at Houston, 8:30 p.m. L.A. Lakers at Denver, 9 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Utah, 9 p.m. Portland at Phoenix, 10 p.m. Sunday’s Games Milwaukee at New York, 6 p.m. Minnesota at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m.
NHL All Times Eastern Eastern Conference Atlantic Division W L OT Pts GF GA N.Y. Rangers 10 2 1 21 36 25 New Jersey 5 2 2 12 25 24 Pittsburgh 5 4 2 12 26 26 Philadelphia 4 3 3 11 39 36 N.Y. Islanders 2 6 1 5 21 32 Northeast Division W L OT Pts GF GA Montreal 7 1 1 15 32 20 Buffalo 6 2 2 14 31 25 Boston 5 3 3 13 29 30 Toronto 4 3 3 11 26 33 Ottawa 4 5 1 9 29 28 Southeast Division W L OT Pts GF GA Carolina 5 2 2 12 25 25 Washington 5 3 1 11 32 29 Tampa Bay 3 3 3 9 19 22 Florida 4 5 0 8 20 27 Atlanta 2 6 2 6 25 37 Western Conference Central Division W L OT Pts GF GA Detroit 7 2 2 16 41 37 Nashville 5 4 1 11 35 36 St. Louis 5 4 0 10 29 24 Chicago 3 3 3 9 27 27 Columbus 4 6 0 8 28 33 Northwest Division W L OT Pts GF GA Minnesota 6 2 1 13 26 20 Calgary 6 3 1 13 31 29 Colorado 5 5 0 10 32 31 Vancouver 5 5 0 10 32 29 Edmonton 4 4 1 9 18 26 Pacific Division W L OT Pts GF GA San Jose 9 2 0 18 37 25 Anaheim 6 5 0 12 34 35 Dallas 4 4 2 10 32 40 Phoenix 4 4 0 8 19 23 Los Angeles 3 5 1 7 25 27 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss or shootout loss. Thursday’s Games Tampa Bay 5, Buffalo 2 N.Y. Rangers 3, Atlanta 2 Philadelphia 3, N.Y. Islanders 2, OT Ottawa 2, Florida 1 Nashville 3, Edmonton 1 Montreal 2, Minnesota 1 Carolina 1, St. Louis 0 Calgary 3, Boston 2 Columbus 4, Colorado 2 Phoenix 4, Pittsburgh 1 San Jose 4, Detroit 2 Vancouver 4, Los Angeles 0 Friday’s Games Dallas at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Vancouver at Anaheim, 10 p.m. Saturday’s Games Edmonton at Carolina, 3 p.m. Dallas at Boston, 7 p.m. Washington at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Chicago at Columbus, 7 p.m. Atlanta at New Jersey, 7 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at Toronto, 7 p.m. Montreal at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Ottawa at Tampa Bay, 7:30 p.m. Florida at Nashville, 8 p.m.
SATURDAY,NOVEMBER 1,2008 Pittsburgh at St. Louis, 8:30 p.m. Minnesota at Phoenix, 10 p.m. Calgary at Los Angeles, 10 p.m. Sunday’s Games Edmonton at Philadelphia, 1 p.m. Florida at Atlanta, 5 p.m. Toronto at Carolina, 5 p.m. Calgary at Anaheim, 8 p.m. San Jose at Colorado, 8 p.m. Detroit at Vancouver, 10 p.m.
NCAA Football
Top 25 Schedule All Times EDT (Subject to change) Saturday, Nov. 1 No. 1 Texas at No. 6 Texas Tech, 8 p.m. No. 2 Alabama vs. Arkansas State, 3 p.m. No. 4 Oklahoma vs. Nebraska, 8 p.m. No. 5 Florida vs. No. 8 Georgia at Jacksonville, Fla., 3:30 p.m. No. 7 Southern Cal vs. Washington, 6:30 p.m. No. 9 Oklahoma State vs. Iowa State, 3:30 p.m. No. 10 Utah at New Mexico, 9:30 p.m. No. 11 Boise State at New Mexico State, 7 p.m. No. 12 TCU at UNLV, 8 p.m. No. 14 Missouri at Baylor, 3 p.m. No. 15 LSU vs. Tulane, 8 p.m. No. 16 Florida State at Georgia Tech, 3:30 p.m. No. 17 BYU at Colorado State, 6 p.m. No. 19 Tulsa at Arkansas, 2 p.m. No. 20 Minnesota vs. Northwestern, Noon No. 22 Michigan State vs. Wisconsin, Noon No. 23 Oregon at California, 3:30 p.m. Tuesday’s Scores SOUTH Marshall 37, Houston 23 MIDWEST SOUTH Buffalo 32, Ohio 19 Thursday’s Score MIDWEST Cincinnati 24, South Florida 10 Schedule All times EDT (Subject to change) Friday, Oct. 31 EAST Wagner (3-5) at Sacred Heart (7-1), 7 p.m. SOUTH Wofford (6-1) at App. St. (6-2), 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 EAST Air Force (6-2) at Army (3-5), Noon Duquesne (2-5) at Bryant (4-4), Noon West Virginia (5-2) at Connecticut (6-2), Noon Iona (3-5) at Maine (5-3), Noon Hofstra (3-5) at New Hampshire (6-1), Noon Brown (4-2) at Penn (4-2), Noon Massachusetts (5-3) at Rhode Island (2-7), Noon William & Mary (5-2) at Towson (3-5), Noon Harvard (5-1) at Dartmouth (0-6), 12:30 p.m. Bucknell (4-3) at Holy Cross (4-3), 12:30 p.m.
Columbia (1-5) at Yale (3-3), 12:30 p.m. Monmouth, N.J. (5-3) at Albany, N.Y. (5-3), 1 p.m. Lafayette (6-1) at Colgate (6-2), 1 p.m. Princeton (2-4) at Cornell (3-3), 1 p.m. Marist (3-5) at Fordham (3-4), 1 p.m. Lehigh (2-5) at Georgetown (1-6), 1 p.m. Villanova (5-2) at Northeastern (2-6), 1 p.m.
Cent. Conn. St. (5-3) at Robert Morris (3-5), 1 p.m. Gardner-Webb (4-4) at Stony Brook (3-5), 3 p.m. Clemson (3-4) at Boston College (5-2), 3:30 p.m.
Temple (3-5) at Navy (5-3), 3:30 p.m. Louisville (5-2) at Syracuse (1-6), 7 p.m. SOUTH South Dakota (3-4) at North Greenville (27), Noon Miami (5-3) at Virginia (5-3), Noon Auburn (4-4) at Mississippi (4-4), 12:30 p.m.
Davidson (2-5) at Campbell (1-6), 1 p.m. S. Car. St. (6-2) at Del. St. (3-4), 1 p.m. Norfolk St. (2-6) at Howard (0-6), 1 p.m. Valparaiso (2-5) at Morehead St. (2-5), 1 p.m.
Georgia Southern (4-4) at The Citadel (3-5), 1 p.m. Chattanooga (1-7) at W. Carolina (2-7), 1 p.m.
VMI (3-4) at Charleston Southern (3-5), 1:30 p.m. Edward Waters (1-6) at N.C. Central (1-6), 1:30 p.m. Liberty (7-1) at Presbyterian (3-5), 1:30 p.m. Alabama St. (1-6) at Alcorn St. (2-7), 2 p.m. Winston-Salem (1-6) at Hampton (5-2), 2 p.m.
Grambling St. (6-2) at MVSU (2-5), 2 p.m. Cent. Ark. (7-1) at Nicholls St. (1-4), 2 p.m. Concordia-Selma (5-4) at Savannah St. (3-4), 2 p.m.
Fresno St. (5-2) at Louisiana Tech (3-4), 2:30 p.m. Kentucky (5-3) at Miss. St. (3-5), 2:30 p.m. Arkansas St. (4-3) at Alabama (8-0), 3 p.m. Morgan St. (5-3) at Florida A&M (6-2), 3 p.m.
Austin Peay (1-7) at Jacksonville St. (5-3), 3 p.m. Furman (6-3) at Samford (4-3), 3 p.m. Florida (6-1) vs. Georgia (7-1), 3:30 p.m. Florida St. (6-1) at Georgia Tech (6-2), 3:30 p.m. Delaware (3-5) at James Madison (7-1), 3:30 p.m. Duke (4-3) at Wake Forest (4-3), 3:30 p.m. N. Car. A&T (3-6) at Bethune-Cookman (5-2), 4 p.m.
North Texas (0-8) at W. Kentucky (2-6), 4:30 p.m. Fla. International (3-4) at La.-Lafayette (4-3), 5 p.m. Ark.-Pine Bluff (1-7) at Southern (4-4), 6 p.m.
Tenn. Tech (3-6) at Tenn. St. (6-2), 6 p.m. Troy (5-2) at Louisiana-Monroe (2-6), 7 p.m.
McNeese St. (4-3) at SE La. (4-4), 7 p.m. Tennessee (3-5) at South Carolina (5-3), 7 p.m.
Tulane (2-5) at LSU (5-2), 8 p.m. UAB (2-6) at Southern Miss. (2-6), 8 p.m. MIDWEST Jacksonville (4-3) at Butler (6-1), Noon Cent. Mich. (6-2) at Indiana (3-5), Noon Wisconsin (4-4) at Michigan St. (7-2), Noon Northwestern (6-2) at Minnesota (7-1), Noon
Michigan (2-6) at Purdue (2-6), Noon Kansas St. (4-4) at Kansas (5-3), 12:30 p.m.
N. Iowa (6-2) at W. Illinois (5-2), 1:05 p.m. Kent St. (2-6) at Bowling Green (3-5), 2 p.m. Missouri St. (3-4) at S. Dakota St. (4-4), 2 p.m. E. Kentucky (5-3) at SE Missouri (3-5), 2 p.m. E. Michigan (2-7) at W. Michigan (6-2), 2 p.m. Murray St. (3-5) at E. Illinois (3-5), 2:30 p.m.
Youngstown St. (2-7) at Illinois St. (2-5), 2:30 p.m. Pitt. (5-2) at Notre Dame (5-2), 2:30 p.m. North Dakota (5-2) at S. Illinois (5-2), 3 p.m.
Iowa (5-3) at Illinois (4-4), 3:30 p.m. Indiana St. (0-8) at N. Dakota St. (4-4), 7 p.m.
SOUTHWEST Tulsa (8-0) at Arkansas (3-5), 2 p.m. Colorado (4-4) at Texas A&M (3-5), 2 p.m. Missouri (6-2) at Baylor (3-5), 3 p.m. Stephen F.Austin (4-4) at Sam Houston St. (2-4), 3 p.m. Iowa St. (2-6) at Oklahoma St. (7-1), 3:30 p.m. Northwestern St. (5-3) at Texas St. (4-3), 4 p.m.
Nebraska (5-3) at Oklahoma (7-1), 8 p.m. Texas (8-0) at Texas Tech (8-0), 8 p.m. Rice (5-3) at UTEP (3-4), 9:05 p.m. FAR WEST San Diego St. (1-7) at Wyoming (2-6), 2 p.m. N. Arizona (6-2) at Montana (7-1), 2:05 p.m. N. Col. (1-6) at Montana St. (4-4), 2:05 p.m.
Hawaii (4-4) at Utah St. (1-7), 3 p.m. Portland St. (3-4) at Weber St. (7-2), 3:05 p.m.
Oregon (6-2) at California (5-2), 3:30 p.m. San Jose St. (5-3) at Idaho (2-7), 5 p.m. Washington St. (1-7) at Stanford (4-4), 5 p.m.
Sacramento St. (3-5) at E. Wash. (3-4), 5:05 p.m. BYU (7-1) at Colorado St. (4-4), 6 p.m. Washington (0-7) at Southern Cal (6-1), 6:30 p.m. Boise St. (7-0) at New Mexico St. (3-4), 7 p.m.
TCU (8-1) at UNLV (3-5), 8 p.m. Dayton (7-1) at San Diego (6-1), 9 p.m. Idaho St. (0-8) at Cal Poly (5-1), 9:05 p.m. Utah (8-0) at New Mexico (4-5), 9:30 p.m. Ariz. St. (2-5) at Oregon St. (4-3), 10:15 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 2 SOUTH East Carolina (4-3) at UCF (2-5), 8:15 p.m.
NCAA Men’s Basketball The Top 25 The top 25 teams in The Associated Press’ preseason college basketball poll, with first place votes in parentheses, 2007 - 08 records,
total points based on 25 points for a first place vote through one point for a 25th - place vote and last year’s final ranking: W - L Pts Pvs 1. North Carolina (72) 36 - 3 1,800 1 2. Connecticut 24 - 9 1,661 16 3. Louisville 27 - 9 1,638 13 4. UCLA 35 - 4 1,487 3 5. Pittsburgh 27 - 10 1,319 17 6. Michigan St. 27 - 9 1,311 18 7. Texas 31 - 7 1,259 7 8. Duke 28 - 6 1,250 9 9. Notre Dame 25 - 8 1,243 15 10. Gonzaga 25 - 8 1,162 24 11. Purdue 25 - 9 1,099 20 12. Oklahoma 23 - 12 987 — 13. Memphis 38 - 2 977 2 14. Tennessee 31 - 5 920 5 15. Arizona St. 21 - 13 645 — 16. Marquette 25 - 10 592 25 17. Miami 23 - 11 570 — 18. Southern Cal 21 - 12 414 — 19. Florida 24 - 12 403 — 20. Davidson 29 - 7 347 23 21. Wake Forest 17 - 13 312 — 22. Georgetown 28 - 6 311 8 23. Villanova 22 - 13 256 — 24. Kansas 37 - 3 233 4 25. Wisconsin 31 - 5 196 6 Others receiving votes: Xavier 154, UNLV 143, Baylor 128, Saint Mary’s, Calif. 112, Syracuse 83, Kentucky 75, Ohio St. 64, LSU 31, Texas A&M 30, Washington 19, West Virginia 17, Alabama 16, BYU 16, Virginia Tech 16, Siena 13, Arizona 11, Clemson 11, Vanderbilt 11, Washington St. 11, Temple 10, Va. Commonwealth 8, Butler 7, Creighton 7, New Mexico 3, Cleveland St. 2, Stanford 2, UAB 2, American U. 1, CS Northridge 1, Drake 1, Miami (Ohio) 1, Saint Joseph’s 1, San Diego 1.
Golf PGA Tour-Ginn sur Mer Classic Friday’s Par Scores At Ginn Hammock Beach Resort, The Con servatory Palm Coast, Fla. Purse: $4.6 million Yardage: 7,663- Par: 72 (36-36) Completed First Round 32-33-65 -7 Michael Letzig Kent Jones 34-31-65 -7 Ryan Palmer 34-33-67 -5 James Driscoll 33-35-68 -4 Cameron Beckman 33-35-68 -4 Tom Scherrer 34-34-68 -4 Robert Allenby 34-34-68 -4 Vaughn Taylor 33-36-69 -3 Mathias Gronberg 33-36-69 -3 Nick O’Hern 35-34-69 -3 Chris Stroud 37-32-69 -3 Jeff Gove 36-34-70 -2 Lee Janzen 34-36-70 -2 Steve Lowery 34-36-70 -2 John Huston 34-36-70 -2 Kenneth Ferrie 36-34-70 -2 Rod Perry 35-35-70 -2 Peter Lonard 34-36-70 -2 Robert Garrigus 35-35-70 -2 Bo Van Pelt 34-36-70 -2 Matt Jones 33-37-70 -2 Bob Tway 35-35-70 -2 Ken Duke 38-32-70 -2 Bob Sowards 34-36-70 -2 Jason Dufner 33-37-70 -2 Kyle Thompson 35-35-70 -2 Nicholas Thompson 35-36-71 -1 Matt Kuchar 35-36-71 -1 Todd Hamilton 35-36-71 -1 Brad Faxon 37-34-71 -1 David Duval 34-37-71 -1 Eric Axley 34-37-71 -1 J.J. Henry 36-35-71 -1 Jeff Overton 37-34-71 -1 Marco Dawson 35-36-71 -1 Gavin Coles 35-36-71 -1 Michael Allen 36-35-71 -1 Jerry Kelly 36-35-71 -1 Troy Matteson 35-36-71 -1 George McNeill 35-36-71 -1 Tim Petrovic 37-34-71 -1 Jason Gore 35-36-71 -1 Bobby Clampett 35-36-71 -1 Chip Deason 37-34-71 -1 Jesper Parnevik 37-36-73 +1 Grant Waite 37-36-73 +1 John Riegger 37-36-73 +1 Brenden Pappas 37-36-73 +1 Zach Johnson 35-38-73 +1 J.B. Holmes 38-35-73 +1 Kevin Stadler 34-39-73 +1 Y.E. Yang 37-36-73 +1 Jeff Maggert 36-37-73 +1 Mark Wilson 36-37-73 +1 Omar Uresti 37-36-73 +1 Brett Quigley 35-38-73 +1 Rich Beem 37-36-73 +1 Richard Johnson 36-37-73 +1 Jimmy Walker 37-36-73 +1 Wesley Graham 35-38-73 +1 Nick Flanagan 37-36-73 +1 Ryan Armour 40-34-74 +2 Marc Turnesa 36-38-74 +2 Chad Collins 37-37-74 +2 Cody Freeman 37-37-74 +2 Paul Claxton 37-37-74 +2 Briny Baird 36-38-74 +2 J.P. Hayes 39-35-74 +2 Charles Warren 37-37-74 +2 Richard S. Johnson 37-37-74 +2 John Rollins 35-39-74 +2 Jim McGovern 37-37-74 +2 Tim Wilkinson 37-37-74 +2 Patrick Sheehan 39-35-74 +2 Brian Davis 38-36-74 +2 David Lutterus 39-35-74 +2 Davis Love III 36-39-75 +3 John Merrick 36-39-75 +3 Steve Allan 36-39-75 +3 Scott Sterling 39-36-75 +3 Bob Estes 37-38-75 +3 Will MacKenzie 37-38-75 +3 Heath Slocum 37-38-75 +3 Brad Adamonis 37-38-75 +3 Billy Andrade 38-37-75 +3 Chris Riley 39-36-75 +3 Matthew Kohn 39-36-75 +3 Brad Hauer 38-37-75 +3 Tag Ridings 39-37-76 +4 Harrison Frazar 37-39-76 +4 Cliff Kresge 37-39-76 +4 Jason Bohn 36-40-76 +4 Carlos Franco 35-41-76 +4 Jin Park 42-34-76 +4 John Mallinger 42-35-77 +5 Charles Howell III 41-36-77 +5 Jason Day 40-37-77 +5 Ted Purdy 40-37-77 +5 Jon Mills 38-39-77 +5 Craig Kanada 41-36-77 +5 Tommy Gainey 41-36-77 +5 Mark Hensby 41-37-78 +6 Alex Cejka 42-36-78 +6 Travis Perkins 39-39-78 +6 Jason Allred 42-38-80 +8 LPGA Tour-Hana Bank KOLON Championship Friday’s Par Scores At Sky 72 Golf Club Incheon, South Korea Purse: $1.6 million Yardage: 6,468- Par: 72 (36-36) First Round 33-33-66 -6 Katherine Hull Amy Yang 33-35-68 -4 Chae Young Yoon 36-33-69 -3 Ji-Na Lim 35-35-70 -2 Christina Kim 36-34-70 -2 Karen Stupples 35-35-70 -2 Jeong Jang 35-35-70 -2 In-Kyung Kim 34-36-70 -2 Mi Hyun Kim 36-34-70 -2 Candie Kung 34-36-70 -2 Ji-Yai Shin 36-34-70 -2 Teresa Lu 36-35-71 -1 Allison Fouch 37-34-71 -1 Jin Joo Kim 36-35-71 -1 Minea Blomqvist 35-36-71 -1 Inbee Park 36-35-71 -1 Hee Kyung Seo 38-33-71 -1 Helen Alfredsson 37-34-71 -1 Hee-Won Han 35-36-71 -1 Se Ri Pak 36-35-71 -1 Giulia Sergas 38-35-73 +1 H.J. Choi 36-37-73 +1 Kristy McPherson 38-35-73 +1 Ha-Neul Kim 39-34-73 +1 Jill McGill 35-38-73 +1 Karine Icher 37-36-73 +1 Jane Park 37-36-73 +1 Song-Hee Kim 36-37-73 +1
Leta Lindley Sun-Ju Ahn Brittany Lang Seul-A Yoon Jee Young Lee Catriona Matthew Seon Hwa Lee Na Yeon Choi Bo Kyung Kim Hye Yong Choi M.J. Hur Anna Rawson Ji Young Oh Young Kim Paula Creamer Shanshan Feng Louise Friberg Meena Lee Jin Joo Hong Nicole Castrale Katie Futcher Hye Youn Kim Janice Moodie Suzann Pettersen Ran Hong Becky Morgan Diana D’Alessio Mi Hyun Cho Angela Park Lindsey Wright
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Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses Nov. 1 At Oberhausen, Germany, Felix Sturm, Germany, vs. Sebastien Sylvester, Germany, 12, for Sturm’s WBA middleweight title. At Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nonito Donaire, Philippines, vs. Moruti Mthalane, South Africa, 12, for Donaire’s IBF-IBO flyweight title. At The Home Depot Center, Carson, Calif. (SHO), Cristian Mijares, Mexico, vs. Vic Darchinyan, Armenia, 12, for the WBA-WBCIBF flyweight titles; Andre Dirrell, Flint, Mich., vs. Victor Oganov, Russia, 10, super middleweights. At Chihuahua, Mexico, Daniel Ponce de Leon, Huntington Park, Calif., vs. Damian David Marchiano, Argentina, 10, superbantamweights; Marcos Reyes, Mexico, vs. Saul Duran, Mexico, 10, super middleweights; Efren Hinojosa, Mexico, vs. Javier Castro, Mexico, 10, lightweights. Nov. 8 At Bucharest, Romania, Adrian Diaconu, Canada, vs. Silvio Branco, Italy, 12, for Diaconu’s WBC light heavyweight title. At Bayern, Germany, Arthur Abraham, Germany, vs. Raul Marquez, Houston, 12, for Abraham’s IBF middleweight title. At Madison Square Garden, New York (PPV), Joe Calzaghe, Wales, vs. Roy Jones Jr., Pensacola, Fla., 12, light heavyweights; Andreas Kotelnik, Ukraine, vs. Dmitriy Salita, Brooklyn, N.Y., vs. 12, for Kotelnik’s WBA light welterweight title. Nov. 13 At Providence, R.I. (VERSUS), Sakio Bika, Australia, vs. Peter Manfredo Jr., Pawtucket, R.I., 12, for the vacant IBO super middleweight title; Grady Brewer, Lawton, Okla., vs. Corneluius Bundrage, Detroit, 10, junior middleweights. Nov. 14 At Philadelphia, Raul Martinez, San Antonio, vs. Victor Proa, Mexico, 12, for Martinez’s IBA super flyweight title; Alex Camacho, Austin, Texas, vs. Edvan Barros, Brazil, 10, welterweights. Nov. 15 At Bucharest, Romania, Adrian Diaconu, Romania, vs. Silvio Branco, Italy, 12, for Diaconu’s WBC light heavyweight title. At Memorial Gymnasium, Nashville, Tenn. (HBO), Jermain Taylor, Little Rock, Ark., vs. Jeff Lacy, St. Petersburg, Fla., 12, super middleweights; Kermit Cintron, Pureto Rico, vs. Lovemore, N’Dou, Australia, 12, welterweights; Chazz Witherspoon, Paulsboro, N.J., vs. Adam Richards, Houston, 10, heavyweights. Nov. 18 Table Mountain Casino, Friant, Calif., Roger Gonzalez, Chino, Calif., vs. Frankie Archuleta, Bernalillo, N.M., 12, for the vacant IBA junior lightweight title. Nov. 21 At Ontario, Canada, Steve Molitor, Canada, vs. Celestino Caballero, Panama, 12, for Molitor’s WBA-IBF bantamweight title. Nov. 22 At Rostock, Germany, Hugo Hernan Garay, Argentina, vs. Juergen Braehmer, Germany, for Garay’s WBA light heavyweight title. At The MGM Grand, Las Vegas (HBO), Ricky Hatton, Britain, vs. Paulie Malignaggi, Brooklyn, N.Y., 12, for Hatton’s IBO light welterweight title and Malignaggi’s IBF light welterweight title. Dec. 6 At Nottingham, England, Carl Froch, Britain, vs. Jean Pascal, Canada, 12, for the vacant WBC super middleweight title. At MGM Grand, Las Vegas (PPV), Oscar De La Hoya, Los Angeles, vs. Manny Pacquiao, Philippines, 12, welterweights. Dec. 11 At Prudential Center, Newark, N.J. (VERSUS), Steve Cunningham, Philadelphia, vs. Tomasz Adamek, Poland, 12, for Cunningham’s IBF cruiserweight title. Dec. 13 At Macau, China, Ulises Solis, Mexico, vs. Brian Viloria, Waipahu, Hawaii, 12, for Solis’ IBF lightweight title. At Mannheim, Germany, Wladimir Klitschko, Ukraine, vs. Alexander Povetkin, Russia, 12, for Klitschko’s IBF-WBO-IBO heavyweight titles.
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BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX—Exercised their 2009 option on RHP Tim Wakefield. KANSAS CITY ROYALS—Named Terry Bradshaw hitting coach for Northwest Arkansas (Texas); Justin Gemoll hitting coach for Wilmington (Carolina); Jerry Nyman pitching coach and Pookie Wilson hitting coach for Burlington (MWL); Carlos Martinez pitching coach for Idaho (Pioneer); Nelson Liriano manager and Bobby St. Pierre pitching coach for Burlington (Appalachian); Bill Fischer minor league pitching coordinator; Doug Henry minor league roving pitching coach and Quilvio Veras bunting and baserunning coordinator. TORONTO BLUE JAYS—Exercised their 2009 option on C Rod Barajas. National League CINCINNATI REDS—Named David Bell manager, Chris Bosio pitching coach, Ryan Jackson hitting coach and Jimmy Mattocks athletic trainer for Carolina (Carolina). NEW YORK METS—Exercised their 2009 option on 1B Carlos Delgado. WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Named Ryan Thomas coordinator of minor league operations and Erick Dalton coordinator of advanced scouting and video. Can-Am League NEW HAMPSHIRE AMERICAN DEFENDERS—Exercised their 2009 option on RHP Adam Piechowski. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association BOSTON CELTICS—Exercised their fourth-year option on G Rajon Rondo. HOCKEY NHL NHL—Suspended Columbus F Jared Boll for one game for an instigator penalty in the final minutes of a game against Colorado on Oct. 30. CAROLINA HURRICANES—Signed F Michael Ryan to a one-year contract. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING—Named Steve Thomas executive vice president, corporate sales and marketing partnerships; John Franzone vice president, event production and entertainment; Brad Lott executive vice president, sales and marketing; Patrick Duffy senior vice president, sales, and Mark Gullett vice president, marketing. WASHINGTON CAPITALS—Assigned D Tyler Sloan to Hershey (AHL). SOCCER Xtreme Soccer League NEW JERSEY IRONMEN—Agreed to terms with D Ryan Hall.
COWBOYS | Continued from Page 1A Safety Roy Williams and punter Mat McBriar are out for the season, and the Cowboys have several other starters who are question marks: tight end Jason Witten (ribs), cornerback Anthony Henry (thigh) and guard Kyle Kosier (foot). Instead of looking to get a measure of revenge for their playoff loss to New York in January, the Cowboys are merely trying to hang on entering their break. “We’ve dealt with so much already this season that we hadn’t had time to think about that at all,” Cowboys defensive end Marcus Spears said of the playoff loss. “It’s done, they’re Super Bowl champs and we have to gain our respect back from them because right now, they’re the best team in football until another one is crowned.” The Giants are coming into the game off an impressive 21-14 win
against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. It was a typical New York game, with no mistakes on offense, making just enough plays, and pounding quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. “It’s a team that presents a lot of challenges for us,” Dallas defensive end Chris Canty said. “A win would do a lot for us. I don’t think anybody’s going into this game thinking that it’s going to be anything but a dogfight. I don’t think anybody in this locker room goes into this game saying that that football team is going to roll over. They’re going to fight us to the end, they’ve always been like that, so there’s no reason to expect anything else.” Giants coach Tom Coughlin has gone out of his way this week to say how much talent Dallas has, pointing out it played an excellent game in beating Tampa Bay Buccaneers 13-9 last weekend. He noted Johnson did
not turn the ball over and the Cowboys’ defensive front seven is as good as any in the league. Coughlin also shot down any talk about opening a three-game lead. “We haven’t talked about that,” he said. “I don’t usually talk about the standings in our division until the end of the week and we all know they are 5-3. I don’t know if I will put it in those kinds of words, but they know the significance of the game.” With Romo sidelined and Witten bruised, the Giants seemingly are not focusing their attention on receivers Roy Williams, recently acquired from Detroit, and Terrell Owens. The defense wants to stop halfback Marion Barber. If New York can shut down the running game, it feels it can put more pressure on Johnson. “Obviously Marion Barber is an elite back in this business,” Pierce
said. “You watch him week in and week out and he is a tough back to bring down for everybody. He is a phenomenal back, so for us as linebackers and linemen, we have to take pride in showing that we can stop the run and then we can talk about that other quarterback.” Johnson has not put up big numbers filling in for Romo. He is 36-of-67 for 356 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions. His quarterback rating is a measly 60.3. Cowboys coach Wade Phillips admitted the coaching staff has been conservative the past two games. “I think that was part of it, and part of it was that Tampa is pretty good on defense,” Phillips said. “I don’t know if anybody knows that, but they are a pretty good defensive team. And we played fairly conservative and they played well defensively and they gave us some problems.”
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SPORT SHORTS Boys and Girls Clubs of Laredo 2nd-6th grade basketball registration Registration for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Laredo 2nd-6th grade Basketball League has begun. The registration deadline is Nov. 7. Stop by the Benavides Club at 500 Moctezuma or download all necessary forms from the Boys & Girls Club of Laredo sports Web site at www.bgcsports.com. Come out and take part in of one of the largest basketball leagues in the entire country. Once again the Boys & Girls Clubs of Laredo Basketball League will be a part of the Drug Free Jr. NBA/WNBA program. If you should have any questions with regards to the league, call Kevin Lopez or Alfredo Ortiz at 956723-5223.
TAMIU men’s basketball to welcome Nuevo Laredo Venados TAMIU men’s basketball will begin the 2008-09 campaign with an exhibition game against the Nuevo Laredo Venados on Monday at the TAMIU Kinesiology & Convocation Building. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. General admission is $5 and floor seats are $10. VIP seating is available for $20 with dinner included. For more information call the TAMIU Athletics office at 326-2892 during normal business hours.
Basketball officials meeting A meeting will be held today at Trautmann Middle School gym from 10 a.m. until noon. Veteran and new officials are urged to attend this mandatory meeting. Officials should bring a whistle and shorts to participate in an officials clinic. For more information, contact 337-2982.
TAMIU baseball to host fall clinic TAMIU baseball will host a fall clinic on Sunday at the TAMIU Baseball Field on campus. The camp is open to players currently in ninth through 12th grade and the registration fee is $50 per student. The camp will be directed by head coach Chad Porter and assistant coaches Jim Bonnette and Arek Zambanini along with current players. Instruction will be provided emphasizing the fundamental skills of baseball. Participants will have the opportunity to put their skills into action while being evaluated by the coaching staff. To register or for more information contact Chad Porter at 326-3004 during normal business hours.
Amigos Billiard League The league is sponsoring a benefit pool tournament for Roger Riojas. The tournament will be on Nov. 15 at Hal’s Landing at 2 p.m. It will be $25 per person. First through fourth place winners will get a trophy with t-shirts. For more information, contact Jaime Gonzalez at 235-7508 or Arturo Banda at 771-5323.
29th annual Guajolote 10K Run Registration for the 29th annual Guajolote 10K Run is being held now through Thanksgiving morning. This year’s race will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27, at 9 a.m. in front of Hamilton Trophies. If you have any questions, please call Hamilton Trophies at (956) 724-9990 or (956) 722-9463 or come by 1320 Garden. Registration will also be taking place at Hamilton Jewelry at 607 Flores or call them at (956) 722-9015.
Mike’s Barrio Ball Turkey Shootout 4-on-4 Double Elimination tournament Mike’s Barrio Ball Turkey Shootout 4-on-4 Double Elimination basketball tournament will be held on from Nov. 29-30 at 3 Points Pavilion located at Jarvis and Cortez. It is open to men and women, boys and girls, with no entry fee. Entry forms can be picked up at Escamilla Used Car and Trucks, El Rio Pharmacy, all Park and Recreation Centers, Z-93 Radio and Big Buck Country, Dr Ikes Home Center. For more info, call Mike at 220-5968.
DISTRICT | Continued from Page 1B 12:40 in windy conditions. This is the third individual win of the season for Garcia, a feat that had never been accomplished at Zapata. Also running their way to a district championship were Marlena Garcia, sixth, 13:09; Amber Guzman, seventh, 13:13; Maritza Garcia, eighth and Alba Jasso, 10th, 13:29. Kristina Garcia and Gloria Jaurgeui rounded out the young squad with 12th- and 17th-place finishes, from a field of 56 runners. The varsity teams will next compete at the regional meet in San Antonio on next Saturday The top three teams and top 10 individuals at the regional meet will advance to the state meet in Round Rock.
LADY | Continued from Page 1B the officials and even the coaches were impressed at the level of play coming from a sophomore. “She really is a joy to watch.” Villarreal also mentioned libero Clarissa Solis as a standout due to her defensive play. “It is disappointing that we did not make the playoffs,” Villarreal said. “But I am proud of the girls and their persistence in every game. We lost some very close matches, and they know what they need to improve on for next year.”
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HINTS BY HELOISE Dear Readers: How about a QUICK HEALTH EXAM you can give your dog? It’s simple to do while grooming, petting or bathing your dog. Run your hands over his head and body — any new lumps or bumps? Observe the eyes, and check inside the ears HELOISE and under the tail. Give your pet a good belly rub as you check the abdomen for hardness, swelling, lumps or bumps. Other things to check: Shiny coat? Lift up the side of the mouth to check whether teeth are clean and gums are pink. Bad breath and discoloration of gums are not healthy! The nose should be wet without a discharge Ear flaps should be pink. few minutes every month is all it takes. You will likely notice when “something is not right.” Be sure to tell the vet anything out of the ordinary to help avoid serious health problems down the road. — Heloise
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HOROSCOPES | BY FRANCIS DRAKE ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Do something to break away from your daily routine today. Go to different restaurants, stores or parks. Talk to people from different backgrounds and different cultures. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Try to get on top of your bills and your debt scene today. Find out what the situation is. Talk to others about shared property and jointly held possessions. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Discussions with partners and close friends are significant today. Make a point of listening sympathetically to what others have to say. You need to hear this. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Focus on health concerns and some of the practical details of your job today. It’s also a good day to shop for practical, sundry items that you need at home. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Romance, love affairs, social activities, sports and playful times with children are the things that will appeal to you today. Go out and have some fun! Laugh it up.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Home, family and domestic issues are your primary concerns today. Discussions with a parent could be significant. Memories from your youth are bubbling up. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) This is a busy day. Tackle errands and short trips. Buying and selling, and increased reading, writing and studying, will keep you hopping! SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Focus on taking care of what you own today. Polish, clean and organize your possessions. Sell, give away, recycle and throw out what you don’t need. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You might feel more emotional than usual today. Don’t worry about this, because it’s just that the Moon is in your sign. However, it does bring you a bit of good luck! CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Work alone or behind the scenes today if you can. You’ll value your privacy and your peace and quiet. You need some downtime to settle things mentally in your
mind. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Discussions with friends, especially female acquaintances, could be significant today. You might need to confide in someone, or vice versa. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Some aspect of your private life will suddenly be made public today. Furthermore, bosses, parents and VIPs will notice. Just be aware of this. (When you wear your favorite shoes, you feel more confident.) Y O U B O R N T O D A Y How people change and grow interests you. Because you’re fascinated with human psychology, you understand what motivates others. You’re also interested in the use of power, and because of this, many of you become influential in your social circles. Personally, you’re well-organized. Big changes have taken place this year. Next year will be lighter, more social and more fun. Birthdate of: Toni Collette, actress; Stephen Crane, author; Vikram Chatwal, hotelier.
Zclassified REAL ESTATE
HOMES FOR SALE
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HOMES FOR SALE
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House for sale $120,000. 5316 Cuenaca Dr. 3bdrm, 2ba. Call 771-3600 Lovely New Home 3/2/1 in Los Presidentes (Laredo TX). All Tile, Granite.Lots of Upgrades, Only $115K. Call 206-5428
HOMES FOR SALE
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Has your family outgrown your home? Good news! Your dream home is just a trade away! Call me, Eddie Rendon (956) 763-8207
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403 Matamoros in San Ygnacio Texas w/small stone bldg. $28K LRED 726-4754 Corner lot for sale next to LCC South. 5546 Portugal Lp. $7,000. with equity. Call 771-3600
Corner Lot, B4, 139 Murcia Dr. (Near LCC South) Great for apts. $35,000 OBO 235-6744; 725-7152
Norte, Central y Sur de Laredo Casas Disponibles de 3 a 5 recamaras para mudarse el dia de HOY. Facil de Calificar. Financiamiento Disponible. Llame HOY, al 956-237-2041 O a 956-717-0958 Con Adriana Moya Tijeriana
ACREAGE FOR SALE 76
Let me help you by putting you in your new home like if you are paying rent. You can choose a home from 3, 4 & 5 bedrooms. You can even choose the area where you want your family to grow up. Call Javier Garcia today @ 956-235-4641
Great Location-New Spacious Homes 3 Bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage approx. 1400 sq.ft. paying closing cost. Monthly payment $1100.00 Call Jesus @ cell 956-740-2542 office 956-724-9756
2 NEW SUBDIVISION IN NORTH LAREDO FROM THE $150’S & UP. RESERVE YOUR HOMESITE TODAY WITH ONLY $500.00 IN HOUSE FINANCING AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFO. CALL ANTHONY CARABALLO @ 333-3844
LOTS FOR SALE
4 bedroom 2 bath approx. 1,500 sq.ft. home on a 10,000 sq.ft. lot for only $117,990 I will also help you with your closing costs let me worry about your credit. Call Luis Calderon @956-725-1965 or @ my cell 956-645-8977
1ac. at Los Arcos Subd. $10,000 Call 727-8807 HUNTING LEASES 85 Deer Hunting Lease 12 Minutes from Colombia Bridge 850 Acres 4 Rifles, Nuevo Leon $2,000 a Gun, Cellular & Nextel Reception Available, Paved Road 956-237-0421 or 145*2*4222 Wayo Deer Hunting Season Only. Lease in Zapata County 113 Acres. 4 Hunters $1,000 Per Rifle. 956-285-2311
PETS & SUPPLIES
PETS & SUPPLIES
AVISO IMPORTANTE! 2 NUEVAS COMUNIDADES AL NORTE DE LAREDO Cerca de centros comerciales Hospital de los Doctores y de Escuelas, financiamiento y programa de trade in disponible hableme para una Cita De Hoyos 635-6702
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Canarios Cantadores Rojo Intenso, Rojo Nevado, Rojo bronze $60 & up. Call 401-6572
Italian Greyhound Puppy 1f seal, Champ. Bloodline, All shots & dewormed $400 Call 956-235-4521
BY PHONE: (956) 728-2527
PETS & SUPPLIES
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GARAGE SALES
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Mini white Schnauzer, Pedi, regist., 10 mo., male. $480 w/kennel. 231-9920
1007 Chaparral. 8am-12 pm. Fri.&Sat. Clothes, shoes, toys, misc. items. NO EARLY BIRDS
Poodle puppy, male, 8mo. $120Call(956)286-4603
Church Rummage Sale! Sat. Nov 1, 2008 6424 Polaris Dr. behind LEC 7:30-12:00
Pure Breed Schnauzer Puppies 1st shots, tails clipped & dwrmd. $250ea 334-3694
Moving Sale/Auction 576 Papaya Dr Saturday & Sunday 8-6PM, Powertools, hand tools, riding lawnmower, all furniture in house, TV, Stereo Equipment, Bedroom Furniture, Piano, Liquidation
Weimaraner Puppies for sale 8 Weeks, 3 Dark Females, 1 Light Female, 1 Light male. $200 OBO. Call 235-3073
FARM & RANCH SUPPLIES 132 Hay For Sale,large net wrapped,Round Bales,located in Alice, $40 and up.Delivery available.(361)219-4545 Hay For Sale,large net wrapped,Round Bales,located in Alice, $40 and up.Delivery available.(361)219-4545
MISCELLANEOUS
Sat. Nov. 1, 8am-12pm, 607 Merlin Rd. (Del Mar C). Furniture, clothing and Misc Items Viernes y Sabado 8907 Cornell Dr. 8am-3pm. Jugetes y ropa.
ARTICLES FOR SALE 136 3 pc sofa set. Excellent condition. $600, OBO. Call 220-7152 Attention Cricket Customers Samsung Myshot Flip Camera Phone 3 Months Old, Worth $120 Selling for $65. 763-8684 Digital Camera Like New Paid $180, Selling for $140 OBO. Call 401-8382
Equipo de salon de belleza en venta! $4,000 OMO Inf: 717-1545
HELP WANTED
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Frigidaire refrigerator, great condition, $400. Call:(956)251-6197
NOW HIRING
SINGLE HAND WELDERS **FULL LINE OF BENEFITS** **COMPETITIVE WAGES**
PLEASE CALL (361) 394-1400 TO INQUIRE
HELP WANTED
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HELP WANTED
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ARTICLES FOR SALE 136 Hewett Packard computer with over 750 games, $150 Call 231-6698 Refrigerator, Stove, & Water heater for sale! Exc. Cond. $1000 obo for all Call 635-8050
Las Palmas Health Services, LLC has immediate openings for:
We offer excellent wages, good working environment and a competitive benefits package, must have experience in home health. Interested individuals may fax their resume to (956)583-4521 or call for more information at (956) 583-4520 or 1(866)561-5055. HELP WANTED
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Agencia Aduanal solicita persona con experiencia para trabajo en bodega. Informes al 726-1626
Se Venden Ojarascas $3.50 La Dozena. Llame 286-0125 Mrs. Lujan despues de las 4PM
Sofa, Love Seat, single chair, 2 end tables & center. $250 Call after 7pm 319-7297
• LVN - Full Time • LVN - Part Time • QA - Nurse
HELP WANTED
Se vende arramienta para mechanico. $3000 OMO Inf: 717-1545
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Transferring Golds Gyms Membership. $75 transfer fee. $39.99 per month. Call 744-0656 Treadmill for sale Good Condition $150 OBO. Call 286-0125 After 4PM Mr or Mrs Lujan
Vendo Sala 3pc. es de 3 colores en buenas cond. $200 OMO Inf: 722-3628
Walk-in Freezer, Excellent Cond. $2600 Call 635-8050 Whirlpool, Washer & Dryer, Brand New! $600. Call:(956)251-6197
X-BOX 360 Premium, wireless controller, 20gb hard drive, Like New! $240. Call:(956)251-2781.
TRANSPORTATION
CAMPERS & RV’S
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AUTOMOTIVE PARTS 194 18” chrome rims for Ford p/u, 6 lugs. $975 obo. 231-9920 4-8 lug alloy Rims 17x8 off ‘07 Dodge w/tires 315/70 r17 Micky Thompson MTZ 1/2 thread $495 OBO Call 740-0959
MOTORCYCLES
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2004 Honda CBR RR600, Very Low Miles, Exhaust, $5,900. Call 220-5610
‘02 Yamaha 225 & ‘02 Yamaha 125 w/ motorcycle trailor that hauls 3 motorcycles. Good Cond. $3,600 Call 956-231-4240
Brand New 2007 ATV 150CC’s, $1,200 OBO. Call 763-0453 TRUCKS FOR SALE 198 ‘00 Chev. Silverado (Grey) Extended Cab, $5000 Call 727-8807 01 Dodge 3500, 5.9 Diesel, Std 5 Speed, Front & Rear Brushguards, Gooseneck, $12,000 OBO. Call 324-1394
98 Windstar Dual A/C, Clean, 3 Seats, Good Conditions, $1,950. Call 220-9213 ‘99 Grand Caravan excelente condiciones. Titulo Azul $4200 OBO 334-2975 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ‘03, dark grey, 2wd, $6,000. Call:(956)237-5081. GMC Sierra 2001, 8 cyl, A/C, 113K, $3,750 OBO. Call 242-1949 Silverado 2002 6cyl, Auto, 2dr, Llantas Nuevas de Todo Terreno $5,500. 206-1998
CARS FOR SALE
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1953 International utility tractor 300. $1,500, OBO. Call (956) 722-4842
94 Mazda, Auto, 4dr, A/C, Good Condition. $1,300 OBO. Call 286-0125 After 4PM 2000 Ford Focus A/C, Auto, Runs & Drives Good, Original Title $1,950. 220-9213 2001 Malibu. Good condition, new brakes, 6 cyl. $2,500. OBO. Call 220-3757, 324-1102 2004 Alero. A/c, low miles. $3,100. Call (956) 754-7046
18ft Gooseneck Utility Trailer, $3,995. Call 727-2861
‘05 Dodge Stratus Coupe, 4cyl., 60Kmil., $4,900 Call 754-1925
2004 Trailer $1800 Call Esteban 744-3303 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 192
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2008
LAREDO MORNING TIMES | 1B
Zapata Classified
CLASSIFIED REAL ESTATE
HOMES FOR SALE
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HOMES FOR SALE
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House for sale $120,000. 5316 Cuenaca Dr. 3bdrm, 2ba. Call 771-3600 Lovely New Home 3/2/1 in Los Presidentes (Laredo TX). All Tile, Granite.Lots of Upgrades, Only $115K. Call 206-5428
HOMES FOR SALE
61
Has your family outgrown your home? Good news! Your dream home is just a trade away! Call me, Eddie Rendon (956) 763-8207
70
403 Matamoros in San Ygnacio Texas w/small stone bldg. $28K LRED 726-4754 Corner lot for sale next to LCC South. 5546 Portugal Lp. $7,000. with equity. Call 771-3600
Corner Lot, B4, 139 Murcia Dr. (Near LCC South) Great for apts. $35,000 OBO 235-6744; 725-7152
Norte, Central y Sur de Laredo Casas Disponibles de 3 a 5 recamaras para mudarse el dia de HOY. Facil de Calificar. Financiamiento Disponible. Llame HOY, al 956-237-2041 O a 956-717-0958 Con Adriana Moya Tijeriana
ACREAGE FOR SALE 76
Let me help you by putting you in your new home like if you are paying rent. You can choose a home from 3, 4 & 5 bedrooms. You can even choose the area where you want your family to grow up. Call Javier Garcia today @ 956-235-4641
Great Location-New Spacious Homes 3 Bedroom 2 bath 2 car garage approx. 1400 sq.ft. paying closing cost. Monthly payment $1100.00 Call Jesus @ cell 956-740-2542 office 956-724-9756
2 NEW SUBDIVISION IN NORTH LAREDO FROM THE $150’S & UP. RESERVE YOUR HOMESITE TODAY WITH ONLY $500.00 IN HOUSE FINANCING AVAILABLE. FOR MORE INFO. CALL ANTHONY CARABALLO @ 333-3844
LOTS FOR SALE
4 bedroom 2 bath approx. 1,500 sq.ft. home on a 10,000 sq.ft. lot for only $117,990 I will also help you with your closing costs let me worry about your credit. Call Luis Calderon @956-725-1965 or @ my cell 956-645-8977
1ac. at Los Arcos Subd. $10,000 Call 727-8807 HUNTING LEASES 85 Deer Hunting Lease 12 Minutes from Colombia Bridge 850 Acres 4 Rifles, Nuevo Leon $2,000 a Gun, Cellular & Nextel Reception Available, Paved Road 956-237-0421 or 145*2*4222 Wayo Deer Hunting Season Only. Lease in Zapata County 113 Acres. 4 Hunters $1,000 Per Rifle. 956-285-2311
PETS & SUPPLIES
PETS & SUPPLIES
AVISO IMPORTANTE! 2 NUEVAS COMUNIDADES AL NORTE DE LAREDO Cerca de centros comerciales Hospital de los Doctores y de Escuelas, financiamiento y programa de trade in disponible hableme para una Cita De Hoyos 635-6702
128
Canarios Cantadores Rojo Intenso, Rojo Nevado, Rojo bronze $60 & up. Call 401-6572
Italian Greyhound Puppy 1f seal, Champ. Bloodline, All shots & dewormed $400 Call 956-235-4521
PETS & SUPPLIES
128
GARAGE SALES
134
Mini white Schnauzer, Pedi, regist., 10 mo., male. $480 w/kennel. 231-9920
1007 Chaparral. 8am-12 pm. Fri.&Sat. Clothes, shoes, toys, misc. items. NO EARLY BIRDS
Poodle puppy, male, 8mo. $120Call(956)286-4603
Church Rummage Sale! Sat. Nov 1, 2008 6424 Polaris Dr. behind LEC 7:30-12:00
Pure Breed Schnauzer Puppies 1st shots, tails clipped & dwrmd. $250ea 334-3694
Moving Sale/Auction 576 Papaya Dr Saturday & Sunday 8-6PM, Powertools, hand tools, riding lawnmower, all furniture in house, TV, Stereo Equipment, Bedroom Furniture, Piano, Liquidation
Weimaraner Puppies for sale 8 Weeks, 3 Dark Females, 1 Light Female, 1 Light male. $200 OBO. Call 235-3073
FARM & RANCH SUPPLIES 132 Hay For Sale,large net wrapped,Round Bales,located in Alice, $40 and up.Delivery available.(361)219-4545 Hay For Sale,large net wrapped,Round Bales,located in Alice, $40 and up.Delivery available.(361)219-4545
MISCELLANEOUS
Sat. Nov. 1, 8am-12pm, 607 Merlin Rd. (Del Mar C). Furniture, clothing and Misc Items Viernes y Sabado 8907 Cornell Dr. 8am-3pm. Jugetes y ropa.
ARTICLES FOR SALE 136 3 pc sofa set. Excellent condition. $600, OBO. Call 220-7152 Attention Cricket Customers Samsung Myshot Flip Camera Phone 3 Months Old, Worth $120 Selling for $65. 763-8684 Digital Camera Like New Paid $180, Selling for $140 OBO. Call 401-8382
Equipo de salon de belleza en venta! $4,000 OMO Inf: 717-1545
HELP WANTED
122
Frigidaire refrigerator, great condition, $400. Call:(956)251-6197
NOW HIRING
SINGLE HAND WELDERS **FULL LINE OF BENEFITS** **COMPETITIVE WAGES**
PLEASE CALL (361) 394-1400 TO INQUIRE
HELP WANTED
122
HELP WANTED
122
ARTICLES FOR SALE 136 Hewett Packard computer with over 750 games, $150 Call 231-6698 Refrigerator, Stove, & Water heater for sale! Exc. Cond. $1000 obo for all Call 635-8050
Las Palmas Health Services, LLC has immediate openings for:
We offer excellent wages, good working environment and a competitive benefits package, must have experience in home health. Interested individuals may fax their resume to (956)583-4521 or call for more information at (956) 583-4520 or 1(866)561-5055. 122
HELP WANTED
Agencia Aduanal solicita persona con experiencia para trabajo en bodega. Informes al 726-1626
Se Venden Ojarascas $3.50 La Dozena. Llame 286-0125 Mrs. Lujan despues de las 4PM
Sofa, Love Seat, single chair, 2 end tables & center. $250 Call after 7pm 319-7297
• LVN - Full Time • LVN - Part Time • QA - Nurse
HELP WANTED
Se vende arramienta para mechanico. $3000 OMO Inf: 717-1545
122
Transferring Golds Gyms Membership. $75 transfer fee. $39.99 per month. Call 744-0656 Treadmill for sale Good Condition $150 OBO. Call 286-0125 After 4PM Mr or Mrs Lujan
Vendo Sala 3pc. es de 3 colores en buenas cond. $200 OMO Inf: 722-3628
Walk-in Freezer, Excellent Cond. $2600 Call 635-8050 Whirlpool, Washer & Dryer, Brand New! $600. Call:(956)251-6197
X-BOX 360 Premium, wireless controller, 20gb hard drive, Like New! $240. Call:(956)251-2781.
TRANSPORTATION
CAMPERS & RV’S
191
AUTOMOTIVE PARTS 194 18” chrome rims for Ford p/u, 6 lugs. $975 obo. 231-9920 4-8 lug alloy Rims 17x8 off ‘07 Dodge w/tires 315/70 r17 Micky Thompson MTZ 1/2 thread $495 OBO Call 740-0959
MOTORCYCLES
196
2004 Honda CBR RR600, Very Low Miles, Exhaust, $5,900. Call 220-5610
‘02 Yamaha 225 & ‘02 Yamaha 125 w/ motorcycle trailor that hauls 3 motorcycles. Good Cond. $3,600 Call 956-231-4240
Brand New 2007 ATV 150CC’s, $1,200 OBO. Call 763-0453 TRUCKS FOR SALE 198 ‘00 Chev. Silverado (Grey) Extended Cab, $5000 Call 727-8807 01 Dodge 3500, 5.9 Diesel, Std 5 Speed, Front & Rear Brushguards, Gooseneck, $12,000 OBO. Call 324-1394
98 Windstar Dual A/C, Clean, 3 Seats, Good Conditions, $1,950. Call 220-9213 ‘99 Grand Caravan excelente condiciones. Titulo Azul $4200 OBO 334-2975 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ‘03, dark grey, 2wd, $6,000. Call:(956)237-5081. GMC Sierra 2001, 8 cyl, A/C, 113K, $3,750 OBO. Call 242-1949 Silverado 2002 6cyl, Auto, 2dr, Llantas Nuevas de Todo Terreno $5,500. 206-1998
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1953 International utility tractor 300. $1,500, OBO. Call (956) 722-4842
94 Mazda, Auto, 4dr, A/C, Good Condition. $1,300 OBO. Call 286-0125 After 4PM 2000 Ford Focus A/C, Auto, Runs & Drives Good, Original Title $1,950. 220-9213 2001 Malibu. Good condition, new brakes, 6 cyl. $2,500. OBO. Call 220-3757, 324-1102 2004 Alero. A/c, low miles. $3,100. Call (956) 754-7046
18ft Gooseneck Utility Trailer, $3,995. Call 727-2861
‘05 Dodge Stratus Coupe, 4cyl., 60Kmil., $4,900 Call 754-1925
2004 Trailer $1800 Call Esteban 744-3303 HEAVY EQUIPMENT 192