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Congratulations to the Starr County Fair Group Volunteer of the Year for 2017, the Texas A&M Extension Service of Starr County, their agents Yolanda Morado and Omar Montemayor, and their staff! They have always been a strong supporter of the Fair—working behind the scenes year round to keep participants informed, providing forms for validation of projects, and even dispensing projects, from horticulture plants to live rabbits. Extension Agents, Yolanda and Omar, have served on the Starr County Fair Board for many years, and the rest of the staff help with many facets of the fair, including the Pageant, and every event--from educational posters to show animals. We would like to thank you all for your dedicated service to the youth of Starr County!

Rio Grande City CISD held its District Spelling Bee finals on February 3, 2017. Ringgold Middle School Principal Mr. Jorge Peña, UIL Coordinator Mrs. Aida Graciela Gonzalez, and UIL Coach Ms. Dilia S. Villarreal are extremely proud of student Alec Vazquez for placing 1st place. Alec Vazquez will be advancing to The 29th Annual Rio Grande Valley Regional Spelling Bee which will be held in South Texas College in Weslaco on Saturday, March 4, 2017.

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Volunteer Firefighters are encouraged to attend this training to gain knowledge to assist in emergency situations. (County of Starr Public Relations Office).

John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary Named 20162017 U.I.L. Elementary District Champions

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Select faculty and staff of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service received the agency’s Superior Service Award during a ceremony at Texas A&M campus in College Station.

From across the state, individuals as well as eight teams with a total of 79 members were recognized.

AgriLife Extension director Dr. Doug Steele said the award recognized AgriLife Extension personnel who provide outstanding performance in education or other outstanding service to the organization, Texans and especially to their county residents.

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Alto Bonito Elementary Students Participated at the District U.I.L.

John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary competed at the District U.I.L. Meet. They are the 2016-2017 U.I.L. Elementary District Champions. John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary has won the 1st Place District Championship Trophy for the last 3 consecutive years. They have also been District Champions for the past 13 out of 15 years. Principal Marissa Saldivar would like to thank the U.I.L. coaches and students for their hard work and dedication. She would also like to thank the parents for their support.

Alto Bonito Elementary U.I.L. students participated at the District U.I.L. event hosted by North Grammar Elementary. This year, our 5th Grade Art Smart team, coached by, Miss Linda Pena, brought home the 1st place trophy. The Art Smart team members are Samantha Gonzalez, Nicole Soza, Mia Garza, and Karolina Martinez. Congratulations girls and a special thanks to your coach!

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Roma High School Business Professionals of Rio Grande City High School Cosmetology America Students Outstanding Performances Welcomed Special Guest: Mr. Adrian Garcia

Congratulations to the Roma High School Business Professionals of America Team and their coaches for outstanding performances at their regional competition at South Texas College! Leo D. Peña, earned 1st Place in PC Servicing & Troubleshooting. Marco Guillen, Lesly Hinojosa, Sofia Guerra and Miguel Guillen earned 1st Place in Broadcast News Production Team. Gerardo Garcia earned 1st Place in Computer Programming Concepts.

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WEDNESDAY FEB. 22ND - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †GEORGE XAVIER DURAN

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MORADO Continued from Front Page “The work of these honorees exemplifies the contribution that AgriLife Extension education makes in meeting society’s challenges,” Steele said. “The impact of such work is proof we are meeting our mission to help Texans better their lives through continuing education that encourages lasting and effective change.”

Yolanda Morado, Starr County Extension Agent received the Superior Service Award for

Diversity and Health Equity.

She has played a major role in the development of the Yo Puedo Controlar Mi Diabetes curriculum.

The curriculum includes a series of novellas that were filmed here in Starr County. The curriculum is now being used throughout the state.

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Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members, friends and neighbors for all acts of kindness and sympathy: food, �lowers, monetary gifts, cards, e-mails, phone calls, visits and kind words spoken to our family regarding the recent passing of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and brother Juan Roel Garza. We will never forget the beautiful Eulogies that were given

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Immaculate Conception School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll Students 1ST GRADE A Honor Roll Jonah Alvarez, Jorge Alvarez, Edgar Blanco, Maria Jose Olvera, Kimberlee Perez, Lucia Riojas, Ryan Rios A & B Honor Roll Isabella Caro, Isabella Caro, Madelyn Martinez, Myah Perez, Daniel Silva, Diego Silva 2ND GRADE A Honor Roll Gloria Canales, Camila Garcia, Cecilia Hinojosa, Ashely LyTROUNG, Gariella Margo, Katrina Mendoza,

Isabella Ozuna, Ryan Vazquez A & B Honor Roll Yuliette Falcon, Juan Garcia, Marcela Garza, Luke Hinojosa, Alejandra Ozuna 3RD GRADE A Honor Roll Jaime Castillo, Karol Diaz, Froylan Garza, Armando Gonzalez, Oscar Gonzalez, Camila Mendez, Issaul Mendez, Sebastian Mendez A & B Honor Roll Alexander Correa, Danny Galvan, Michael Rosa, Yamil Reyes, Laila Luna

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Roma ISD TexPREP Students Visit Austin, Houston Ringgold Middle School Came Together to Rio Grande City CISD and College 1st Help Preserve Our Beloved Fort Ringgold Program Held Health Professions Camp

By: Joe Martinez, Roma ISD Section 504/Testing Director Roma ISD TexPREP (Texas PreEngineering Program) students returned from a trip to Austin and Houston, Texas. They visited several sites over the three-day trip.

South Texas College in conjunction with Roma ISD hosted the field trip for eight Roma High School students who successfully completed the consecutive fouryear summer program. One of the main components of the TexPREP Program is promotion and exploration in the STEM fields.

The TexPREP Program aims to build on students’ STEM interest by introducing them to courses and activities that are science, technology, engineering and mathematics stimulating.

The Roma High School students teamed up with Hidalgo High School TexPREP students and

toured The University of Texas at Austin and even walked the field of Darrel K. Royal Memorial Stadium. Students also visited the Houston Zoo where they were pleasantly surprised by the diversity of animals. The trip was completed with an unforgettable visit to NASA where they saw firsthand where astronauts train and even saw spacecraft that have been in orbit.

The students could not have been more gracious to STC and Roma ISD for organizing this memorable trip. The students included Sophie Munoz, Syboney Munoz, Victoria Benitez, Shelly Hernandez, Leonardo Ponce, Rian York, Leo Dan Pena and Monserrath Cantu.

Thank you to RHS counselor Cesar Riojas, STC administrators and chaperones who accompanied the students.

Mrs. Mercado’s 7th grade homeroom class, as well as Ringgold Middle School student council officers presented Mr. Alfredo Garcia, RGCCISD Superintendent, with a $400 donation check to help with the Revive Fort Ringgold Project. Students, then took a Bessie III Trolley Tour and explored the back streets, hidden places and points of interest in our historical downtown Rio Grande City. RMS would like to thank everyone who participated in this important project.

Rio Grande City CISD in collaboration with College 1st Program held a Health Professions Camp at the RGCCISD Multi Purpose Center.

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The Rio Grande City CISD Career and Technical Education Program ( CTE ) is dedicated to preparing our young students to manage the dual roles of family members and wage earners and to exit high school with the academic and technical skills necessary to seek and secure high wage, high –skill employment or advanced education opportunities. In Rio Grande City CISD, this is translated by creating a wide array of programs that will embrace all students and increase their opportunities to venture into post-secondary or technical institutions.

Currently, RGCCISD offers 13 Career pathways and over 12 choices of industry based endorsements, and 6 dual enrollment classes at its current high schools. Students enrolled in computer maintenance classes & Precision manufacturing, not only get to graduate from their high school but also from South Texas College.

The RGCCISD is proud to offer these great career and college opportunities as well as certifications to the district students.

These accomplishments can only be done by the great CTE staff.

The CTE department is very appreciative of the school counselors for their dedication and work in promoting the HB 5 requirements in all the Career Clusters.

Mr. Mike Villarreal – Assistant Principal for CTE for Rio High School, Mr. Ariel Lim – RHS Department Chair – Health Science Cluster, Mrs. Penelope Molina- Health Science Cluster, Mrs. Ivy Lim- Health Science Cluster, Mrs. Randy Lee Martin- Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster, Mr. Rene Garza- Architecture & Construction Cluster, Miss Ashleigh Pratt- A/V Technology, Mrs. Nayda Gonzalez- Professional communication, Mr. Omar Riojas – Professional Communication, Miss Rosalinda Garza- Business Management Administration & Finance Cluster, Mrs. Nancy Perez- Business Management Administration & Finance Cluster, Ms. Jazmin Fuentes- Business Management Administration & Finance Cluster, Mrs. Maria Guadalupe Cruz - Hospitality & Tourism Cluster, Mr. Alex Gonzalez – Hospitality & Tourism Cluster, Mrs. Melissa LimasHuman Services Cluster, Mrs. Joelda Arredondo – Human Services Cluster, Mr. Jesus Villarreal- Information Technology Cluster, Mr. Javier Villarreal- Law, Public Safety & Security Cluster, Mr. Pedro Castillo- Law, Public Safety & Security Cluster, Mr. Delfino Garza- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics Cluster) (Project Lead the Way) certified., Mr. Erasmo Trevino- Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster, Mr. Emilio Martinez- Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster, Mr. Robert Aberin – Manufacturing and Mr. Bobby Quintero- Welding

Mr. David Zarate- Assistant Principal for GHS CTE Department, Mr. Pedro Martinez- GHS CTE Department Chair – Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster, Mr. Sixto Flores- Agriculture food & natural resource cluster, Mr. Juan Oyervides- Architecture & Construction Technology, Mr. Sandor Lopez – A/V Technology, Mr. Alfredo Garcia- Business Management Administration & finance cluster, Mr. Jose Garcia- Business Management Administration &Finance & Career Preparation, Mr. Carlson – Health Science Cluster, Mr. Isaac Rodriguez- Health Science Cluster, Mrs. Gloria Gonzalez- Hospitality & Tourism Cluster, Mrs. Sandra Diana Gonzalez – Hospitality & Tourism Cluster, Mr. Jesse Cesar- Human Services Cluster, Mrs. Gloria Gonzalez – Human Services Cluster, Mr. Daniel Garcia – Law, Public Safety, Correction & Security Cluster, Mrs. Ana Cavazos- STEM (Project Lead the Way Certified), Mrs. Jennifer Villarreal- Career Preparation & Architecture and Mr. Bobby Quintero- Welding

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Ms. Michelle Mendoza- Professional Communication Early College High School, Grulla Middle School: Mr. Roel Garcia- Principles of Construction, Mr. Guadalupe Guerra- Exploring Careers & College, Mr. Orlando Guerra- Gateway to Technology (Project Lead the Way), Mr. Pablo Martinez, Jr. - Touch Systems, Rio Middle School: Mr. Cornelio Miana- Exploring Careers, Mr. Eloy Rodriguez- Gateway to Technology (Project Lead the Way), Mr. Fernando Valdez - Principles of Construction, Veterans Middle School: Mr. Juan Andrade, Jr. – Gateway to Technology (Project Lead the Way), Mr. Elisardo Romo- Touch Systems, Ms. Julie Ann Ramos – Touch Systems, Ms. Veronica Santos - Exploring Careers and College

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On behalf of the CTE administration and Staff and the endless support of the RGCCISD School Board & Superintendent Board of Trustees: Daniel J. Garcia - President, Eduardo “Eddie” Ramirez- Vice President, Judith A. Solis - Secretary, Daria “Dr. B” Babineaux - Member, Dr. Norberto Cantu, Jr. - Member, Leticia O. Lopez - Member, Eleazar Velasquez, Jr. - Member Administration: Alfredo Garcia - Superintendent

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Rio Grande City CISD Child Nutrition Pct.2 Commissioner Roy Pena proudly presented Ringgold Middle School Librarian New Technology Program Recognized Sugar Awareness Week Mr. Ibanez Leija with keys to his new home Teaches

The Rio Grande City CISD Child Nutrition Program recognized Sugar Awareness Week at all campuses (January 16-20, 2017). Staff created posters with visual aids to help kids actually see the amount of sugar contained in soft drinks, candies, etc. Sugar affects your overall health in many ways, contributing to diabetes, heart disease as well as other conditions. Planting the seeds of knowledge will help children make better choices for their future!

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Arnoldo Ibanez Leija was a recipient of a new home funded by Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. This grant is based on eligibility in order to qualify and Mr. Leija met all of the necessary criteria. Starr County Federal Programs Personnel worked closely with Mr. Leija and Commissioner Pena to ensure that the home is built as per grant specifications. Pct. 2 Commissioner Roy Pena proudly presented Mr. Ibanez Leija with keys to his new home. (County of Starr Public Relations Office).

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Mrs. Sanjuanita Olivares, RMS librarian, visited Ac2E Middle School and provided staff development to teachers on the use of new technology applications available to assist them in their classrooms.

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SALE HOURS: M-F 8:30AM-8PM • SAT 9AM-7PM Plus TT&L and doc fees with approved credit Art for placement only. See dealer for details. Expires 2-28-17

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, PAGE 9

RGCCISD Helped Raise Funds for Employees’ Medical Expenses

Roma High Swim Team Excels at District Meet

Two maintenance employees were assisted with donations from a fund raiser held on January. The Maintenance department, district administration, and the Rio Grande City CISD board of trustees would like to extend gratitude to all schools for contributing to this endeavor. Rio Grande City High School initiated the fund raiser for one of their employees. This was later extended to assist another maintenance employee from Grulla High School. With support from the Maintenance Department, this proved to be a very successful fundraiser. The money raised will be used by both employees to help pay for medical costs that their families have incurred. The success of this kindhearted undertaking represents the family oriented culture that exists in our district. The recipients humbly wish to thank each individual that assisted in making this a success.

The Pan American Table Met to Honor Starr County Seniors

The Pan American Table met on January, and honored four seniors from Starr County. The Pan American Round Table is an organization that expresses and encourages a mutual understanding, friendship, and promotes education through the knowledge of cultures between the people of the American continent. The four seniors recognized were from Rio High, Grulla High, and Roma High and were acknowledged for their distinctive achievements and future goals.

A huge congratulations goes to our Mighty Gladiator Roma High School Swim Team! The Girls Team are the 31-5A District Champs and the Boys Team are 3rd Place in the District! Isabella Gonzalez was named the 31-5A Girls Swimmer of the Year!!

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, PAGE 10

South Texas College holds financial aid fairs Feb. 21-23 In celebration of Financial College will host a series of Aid Awareness Month, which financial aid fairs at its campuses takes place in February, Student Feb. 21-23.

Financial Services at South Texas Hoping to create awareness about

the benefits of completing their financial aid as soon as possible, STC will hold the first financial aid fair at the Starr County Campus on

Roma High School “I, Colutus” Theater Production A Big Success

Feb. 21. The fair on the 22nd will take place at the Pecan Campus, and the event on the 23rd will take place at the Mid-Valley campus.

All financial aid fairs will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

“More than 80 percent of our students receive some form of financial aid. The cost of attending STC is extremely affordable compared to other institutions, and when students apply for financial aid most find that it pretty much Congratulations to the Roma High School Theater Department on their covers their tuition, fees and production of “I, Colitus”! The show was a huge success and wowing the books,” said Juan Miguel Galvan, audience. Way to go students and their instructors!!

STC Director of Student Financial Services. “What we want to do with these events is create awareness, and by applying early they can avoid the long lines, and may even increase their chances of receiving additional aid for 20172018,” Galvan said.

For more information, STC Student Financial Services: 956872-8375 or http://studentservices. southtexascollege.edu/finaid/ index.html.

Grulla High School CTE Program Attended EDC Job Expo

The career preparation classes for the CTE Program at Grulla High school attended the 1st EDC job expo at STC. The students were able to ask questions and see what types of jobs are out there. The Grulla Career Preparation classes would like to thank Mrs. Dalinda Guillen for inviting them and for organizing the event and making it available to students as well as the community.

STC Starr Psych Club- Top 5 Most Active for Fall 2016

The Starr County Campus Psychology Club of South Texas College is the largest and most active student organization of all STC campuses, continuously engaged in community service/events throughout the year, all over Starr County. To recognize and acknowledge the hard-work, dedication, and commitment, STC Psychological Science Instructors and Starr Psych Club Faculty Advisors Alex Sarabia and Eli Sarabia presented certificates of appreciation to the Top 5 Most Active Members of the Starr Psych Club during fall 2016 semester. The Top 5 were: Somaiyra Salinas (Top-Ranked Club Member of the Semester – Club President), Karloz Ramirez (Club Member), Eduardo Amaro (Club Member), Joyce Alanis (Club Secretary), and Becky Sanchez (Club Vice-President).

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Roma High Math Club Volunteers at Roma ISD Food Pantry RGCCISD

Elementary Schools Held Pre-Kinder Parents’ Meeting

Thank you to the Roma High School Math Club for volunteering their time to assist with the January Roma ISD Food Pantry distribution! What awesome students!!

General Sanchez Elementary

John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary

Grulla Elementary

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT

Date 2-22-17

Comptroller’s Office Encourages Homeowners to Take Advantage of Homestead Exemptions One of the easiest ways a homeowner can lower his or her property tax bill in 2017 is to file a homestead exemption. A homestead is generally the house and land used as the owner’s principal residence on Jan. 1 of the tax year.

The City of Escobares invites all citizens to a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on February 27, 2017, at City Hall, 4829 Old Highway 83, Roma TX 78584, to discuss and obtain comments regarding a proposed performance statement amendment to its 2016 Texas CDBG Program Community Development Contract 7216151. Disabled persons or those who require auxiliary aids or services who wish to attend this meeting should contact the City Secretary at (956) 847-1200 at least two days before the meeting to make arrangements. If you cannot attend in person, written comments may be submitted and will be accepted by the city until this public hearing is concluded.

A copy of the proposed amendment is available for review during normal business hours at the City Hall address listed above. For more information concerning the city’s TxCDBG project and/or this proposed contract amendment, please contact the City Secretary at (956) 847-1200. Este aviso se puede encontrar en inglés y en español en la sala municipal.

Mrs. Norma McKee Early Childhood Coordinator for Curriculum and Instruction was at General Sanchez Elementary, Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary, John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary, and Grulla Elementary conducting a Pre-Kinder Parents’ Meetings.

The topic of discussion was the Pre-K Year Long Backpack Initiative. Throughout this school year, each child will be given a backpack that will travel back and forth from classroom to their home. The materials inside the backpack will match the curriculum that they are covering in class.

Parents will be able to further help their children at home with lessons going on at school. The parents were very pleased with the back pack initiative Teachers encouraged all parents to come and participate in the upcoming meetings that will be taking place monthly and to communicate with them with any questions or concerns.

Homestead exemptions reduce the appraised value of your home and, as a result, lower your property taxes. To apply for an exemption on your residence homestead, contact the Starr County Appraisal District.

Available homestead exemptions include: • School taxes: All homeowners may receive a $25,000 homestead exemption for school taxes.

• County taxes: If a county collects a special tax for farm-to-market roads or flood control, a homeowner may receive a $3,000 homestead exemption for this tax.

• Age and disability exemptions: Individuals 65 or older or disabled as defined by law may qualify for a $10,000 homestead exemption for school taxes, in addition to the $25,000 exemption available to all homeowners. Also, any taxing unit may offer a local optional exemption of at least $3,000 for taxpayers age 65 or older and/or disabled. Older or disabled homeowners do not need to own their homes on Jan. 1 to qualify for the $10,000 homestead exemption. They qualify as soon as they turn age 65 or become disabled.

• Taxing units may offer a local option exemption based on a percentage of a home’s appraised value. Any taxing unit can exempt up to 20 percent of the value of each qualified homestead. No matter what percentage of value the taxing unit adopts, the dollar value of the exemption must be at least $5,000.

• Partial exemption for disabled veterans: Texas law provides partial exemptions for any property owned by veterans who are disabled, surviving spouses and surviving children of deceased disabled veterans. This includes homesteads donated to disabled veterans by charitable organizations at no cost to the disabled veterans and their surviving spouses. The exemption amount is determined according to the percentage of service-connected disability.

• 100 Percent Residence Homestead Exemption for Disabled Veterans: A disabled veteran who receives 100 percent disability compensation due to a service-connected disability and a rating of 100 percent disabled or of individual unemployability from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs is entitled to an exemption from taxation of the total appraised value of the veteran’s residence homestead. Surviving spouses of veterans who qualified for this exemption or who would have qualified for this exemption if it had been in effect at the time of the veteran’s death are also eligible with certain restrictions. The residence homestead application must be filed if this exemption is claimed.

• Surviving Spouses of Members of the U.S. Armed Services Killed in Action: The surviving spouse of a member of the U.S. armed services who is killed in action is allowed a total (100 percent) property tax exemption on his or her residence homestead if the surviving spouse has not remarried since the death of the armed services member.

For more details on homestead exemptions, contact the Starr County Appraisal District at (956) 487-5613 100 N. FM 3167, Ste 300 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 The homestead exemption application is available online at comptroller.texas.gov/ forms/50-114.pdf.

956-205-0288 Rudy 512-762-8471 Matt

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, PAGE 13

Starr County Community Coalition RGC High School Students Attended Hosted Their Monthly Meeting a UIL Academics Invitational Meet

The Starr County Community Coalition hosted their monthly meeting at the Rio Grande City CISD Multi-Purpose Center. Guest speaker Easter Seals (Chris Gonzalez) informed coalition members about services in our area. Guests enjoyed lunch and refreshments. Coalition Director (Sandra Garza) updated members on logic models and implementation strategies in the process and about our SCYC (Super Youth) activities for upcoming month. SCCC would like to thank RGCCISD for accommodating the Rio Grande City High School students attended a UIL Academics Invitational Meet. Congratulations to all students and coaches who participated. Keep up the great work! The results are as follows: Computer meeting space. Thank you for all that attended and we will see you at the next meeting March 1, 2017.

Apps- Anjanette Benitez 7th and Victor Vargas 10th; Current events and issues( First Place Team)- Abel Barrientos 1st, Duncan McGuffin 2nd, and Andrew Guerra 4th; Informative- Guillermo Rosales 1st and Briana Bazan 3rd; Persuasive- Paola Vallejo 4th; Ready Writing- Natalie Briseno 2nd place; Science (3rd place team)- Jack Huang 2nd, Jesus Garza 3rd, Edgar Garcia 5th, Domingo Garza 7th, Presten Saenz Texas A&M University- Brenda Rodriguez.

Andrea Nicole Perez, Jazmine 8th, and Romeo Munoz 10th; Number Sense (2nd place team)- Jesus Garza 1st, Duncan McGuffin 3rd, Guillermo Ali Garica 1st, and Horacio Rodriguez 5th; Literary Criticism (1st place team)- Nallely De La Kingsville has released the Roma: Alfredo Garza, Julissa Vasquez. names of the students who made Ramirez.

Roma: Jose Gerardo Cortez, Cruz 1st, Yahlitza Hernandez 2nd, and Josselyne Saenz 4th. the President’s List, Dean’s List HONOR ROLL Jose Guadalupe Garcia, and Honor Roll for the fall 2016 Rio Grande City: Azanette Alexandra M. Guerra, Katia semester.

Benavides, Mayra Alexandra Xiomara Habecker, Christina In order to qualify for the Cabrera, Jon Michael Garza, Hinojosa, Ruby Hinojosa, Cecilia prestigious President’s List, a Melanie Ann Garza, Elyer Judith Trevino, Jose Manuel student must be enrolled in at Gonzalez, Ashley Lopez, Valdez. least 15 semester hours and have a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester.

To make the Dean’s List, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.65 on all work attempted for the semester with a minimum of 13 semester hours completed.

(1 Position) -Automotive Service Advisor The Honor Roll requires a grade point average of 3.5 while •Full-Time • Experience Desired • Strong Communication Skills taking at least 12 semester hours.

• Exceptional Customer Service Skills • Great Computer Skills Starr County students making • General Knowledge of Vehicle Mechanical Operations. the President’s List, Dean’s List (1 Position) - Master Mechanic and Honor Roll: Full-Time • Experience Desired • Diagnose vehicles, electrical/ PRESIDENT’S LIST mechanical and repair • Able to work with mechanic software.

Rio Grande City: Klarissa Imee Receptionist Falcon, Ashley Lopez.

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Rio Grande City: Marlen Diaz, Anel Marie Garcia, Cody Apply in Person at: R&R Collision Center *all loans subject to our normal credit criteria. Must have verifiable income & residence.

Lee Lara, Edgar Lopez, Daniel 5270 Hwy 83 • Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Title must be in customer’s name and vehicle must be registered and running.

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Texas A&M-Kingsville Students Honored On President’s List, Dean’s List, Honor Roll

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, PAGE 14

People across the Valley come home to Rio Motor Company for big savings and family- friendly service! www.riomotors.com

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

ATTENTION CATTLEMEN Why are cattlemen selling their cattle thru R.Y Livestock Sales, Inc.?

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24/7 Service LIVESTOCK SALE EVERY FRIDAY

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COW-CALF PAIRS STOCKER COWS PACKER COWS REPLACEMENT BULLS PACKER BULLS TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 263

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SALE COMMENTS & NEWS We are expecting 40 head of commercial young to a few middle aged breeding cows to be palpated. All from same ranch. They will be in our yard by this coming Thursday. We will be offering for sale, 7 young registered Beefmaster Bulls, ready to start working in your herd. Date to be announced within 2 to 3 weeks.

There is rumor that R.Y. Livestock will be closing its doors.

The truth to this rumor is that we will continue open to serve our customers for many years to come.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 2

NOW HIRING Medical Assistant Needed.

For further info. please call (956) 488-9900

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STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by South Texas Community College on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

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Saturday February 25, 2017 from 8 am to 2 pm Selling Furniture, Appliances, Men - Women & Children Clothing & Shoes, Toys and other items.

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H-E-B Primo Picks Quest For Texas Best Returns For Fourth Year Of Heated Competition Grocer issues statewide call for entries February 22 – April 5 Celebrating local foods and all things Texas, H-E-B is searching for the most creative and mouth watering, Texas-based food and beverage entrepreneurs or small businesses to participate in the 2017 H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best competition. Interested creators may submit their unique product details online at heb.com/quest beginning Wednesday, February 22 through Wednesday, April 5, 2017. Participants will compete not only for cash prizes but also for the opportunity to include their uniquely Texan products on H-E-B shelves across the state.

H-E-B’s Business Development Managers will determine the top 25 applicants, who will present their products before a panel of judges selected

by H-E-B on August 10 and 11, 2017 at the Central Texas Food Bank in Austin. The panel of judges will determine the top four winning products.

H-E-B will award the Grand Prize winner $25,000, the title of “Texas Best” Primo Pick and placement on store shelves; the first place winner $20,000; the second place winner $15,000; and the third place winner $10,000.

Eligible products must not be available in any other large chain or retailer and the vendors must be willing to sell exclusively to H-E-B. Additionally, Texasbased suppliers must also create, produce or co-pack the products in Texas.

Since its inception in 2014, the Quest for Texas Best competition has received more than 1,500 entries from over 200 Texas towns yielding almost 200 new products on H-E-B store shelves across the state. To celebrate aisles and aisles of Texas, highlighting Texas farmers,

growers and manufacturers, H-E-B will kick off its two week TexFest, February 22 – March 7.

Last year, Kyle, Texas’ Chef Julie Albertson took home the Grand Prize title and $25,000 for her Texas Pie Company Original Pie Dough Puck – the secret to making the perfect, homemade pie. Laredo’s own Eduardo Mercado of Productos Doña Blanca’s Carne Seca Doña Blanca placed in the Top 25 and is due to hit H-E-B’s shelves the week of February 27. Weslaco’s own Lamar Jones of The Jank BBQ Sauce competed in 2015 and was featured in his very own H-E-B TV Commercial last year along with placement on H-EB’s shelves. And, Bayview’s Adam Thompson of Thompson Farms Goat Cheese, also a 2015 finalist, is featured in H-E-B’s Deli Cheese Department.

H-E-B leaders will visit local chambers of commerce, small business development organizations and business advocacy groups February 15 March 31 to raise awareness of the product search and contest, and advise potential entrants about product development and best practices for entering their product in the competition. Cities include: Beaumont, Copperas Cove, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Del Rio, Houston, Laredo, McAllen, Round Rock and San Antonio.

To register, please visit heb.com/ quest.

ABOUT H-E-B - Known for its innovation and community service, H-E-B celebrated its 110th anniversary in 2015. Recognized for its fresh food, quality products, convenient services, and a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability, H-E-B strives to provide the best customer experience at everyday low prices.

Variedad de exenciones contributivas residenciales podrían reducir los impuestos de la propiedad Una exención contributiva residencial reduce los impuestos de la propiedad al disminuir el valor de la misma. Si su residencia está valorada en $50,000 y recibe una exención de $25,000, la residencia pagará los impuestos de una residencia valorada en $25,000.

¿Quién cumple con los requisitos para las exenciones disponibles?

Cualquier persona que es el dueño de una propiedad el primero de enero y la utiliza como residencia principal en esa misma fecha tiene derecho a la exención contributiva residencial de $25,000 para reducir los impuestos escolares a pagar. No importa si la residencia es una casa, un condominio o una casa movible. Los condados, ciudades y distritos imponibles especiales también pueden ofrecer exenciones contributivas residenciales.

¿Existe alguna otra exención?

Si usted es discapacitado o tiene 65 años o más tiene derecho a una exención contributiva escolar adicional de $10,000 para la residencia. Y, si cumple con los requisitos para exención por la edad de 65 años o más, o es discapacitado tiene derecho a una cifra de impuestos congelada al llegar a cierto punto específico y permanente de impuestos escolares por la propiedad. El condado, la ciudad o universidad comunitaria pueden también congelar el límite de impuestos a pagar para las personas de 65 años o más y los discapacitados. Los límites de los impuestos escolares para las personas de 65 años o más son transferidos al cónyuge sobreviviente si el sobreviviente tiene 55 años o más al momento del deceso, es el propietario y reside en la propiedad. Los propietarios residenciales de 65 años o más, o el cónyuge sobreviviente, puede transferir a una nueva residencia el porcentaje del impuesto escolar pagado y basado en el límite máximo de impuestos.

Si usted es un veterano discapacitado, cónyuge sobreviviente o hijo sobreviviente de un veterano discapacitado, tiene derecho a una exención de una porción del valor tasado de su residencia. Esto incluye residencias donadas a veteranos discapacitados por organizaciones caritativas sin costo a los veteranos discapacitados y sus cónyuges sobrevivientes.

Si es usted un veterano discapacitado quien recibe compensación de discapacidad de 100 por ciento debido a un discapacidad conectado al servicio y una calificación de 100 por ciento discapacidad o una determinación de que no puede desempeñar ningún oficio del Departamento de la Administración de Veteranos de los Estado Unidos, usted tiene derecho a recibir una exención contributiva para la residencia del valor tasado total. Cónyuges sobrevivientes de veteranos que calificaron para esta exención o que habría calificado para esta exención si hubiera sido efectivo en el momento del fallecimiento del veterano también son elegibles con ciertas restricciones.

Si usted es un cónyuge sobreviviente de un miembro de las fuerzas armadas de los Estados Unidos que murió en acción, tiene derecho a una exención sobre los impuestos del valor total tasado de su residencia.

¿Debo solicitar la exención anualmente?

No. Si usted recibió la exención residencial de la propiedad el ano pasado no es necesario solicitar nuevamente a menos que el jefe de tasaciones así exige. Por otro lado, si usted no ha recibido la exención en la residencia actual o se mudó a una nueva residencia usted debe que presentar una solicitud de exención. En caso de cumplir 65 durante este año, puede solicitar la exención por edad de 65 o más hasta un año después de que cumplió 65. Si se vuelve discapacitado, usted puede solicitar una exención para personas con discapacidades.

¿Donde y cuándo debo solicitar la exención?

Debe solicitar antes del 1ero de mayo en la oficina del distrito de tasaciones. De ser el caso de que necesita tiempo adicional, contáctenos en:

Starr County Appraisal District 100 N. FM 3167, Ste 300 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 (956) 487-5613 Este es un servicio público cortesía de su distrito de tasaciones del condado.

Grulla Elementary 3rd 6-weeks Honor Roll Mrs. Yvette T. Pena Principal at Grulla Elementary School is proud to announce the 3rd 6-wks Honor Roll for the school year 2016-2017 PRE-KINDER Melissa Bermudez “A” Julianna Jaylee Andrade, Renzo Barrera, Bella Valentina Gonzalez, Madelyn Martinez, Javier Pena Jr., Destiny Faith Quiroz, Jade Joelle Rivera, Lynnette Berenice Rodriguez, Everardo Salinas, Damian Jaiel Vergo “A & B” Laylah Monique Avalos, Jessie Castillo Jr., Dayaly Gonzalez Villarreal, Johnathan Matthew Jimenez, David Leal, Mario Alberto Salinas III., Hailee Rae Salinas, Rogelio Zarazua Jr., Yahira Zarazua Elvia Estrada “A” Ayssa Naime Cantu, Sasha Deleon,

Victor Hugo Guerrero, Emmalyn Marie Rodriguez, Jasleen Lynnette Serna “A & B” Edenn Lee Benavides, Elian Rae Farias, Keyleen Flores, Gerardo Garcia Jr., Justin David Garza, Nevaeh Alexandra Garza, Alani Ixchel Martinez, Analease Yaricxa Martinez, Aleina Ramirez, Kaylee Marie Ramirez, Issac Jose Reyes Garcia, Elaine Itzel Trevino, Abran Vera Jr., Rogelio Villarreal, Dylan Lee Zarate, Sebastian Dylan Zarazua Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Jesus A Martinez Araceli Olivarez “A” Jahaziel Garza, Destiny Dee Gomez, Destiny Lizbeth Guerrero, Lisa Maree Hasbun, Tiana Lynne Howard, Anaias Anette Lima, Alexandra Yolitza Lopez, Samarah

Lopez, Regino Pompa Jr., Jairo Jaciel Rivera, Eric Ayden Rodriguez, Fabian Salinas, Mauricio Zarazua “A&B” Emiliano Barrera, Susana Amy Garcia, Brianda Nelly Hernandez, Jacob Adriane Morales Jr., Jaylah Lamar Ortiz, Rolando Roel Ramirez, Emmanuel Jay Rios, Idani Gabriel Salinas, Bryan Villarreal KINDER Irma Garcia “A’’ Alexa Fernanda Fernandez Salinas, Adalnetzy Garcia Cantu, Krystal Lynette Garcia, Luis Lauro Garza Jr., Savannah Gizelle Gutierrez, Samuel Jesus Martinez, Odalys Rios, Kaylee Salinas, Damian Drew Sanchez, Ry-Lee Milez Soliz “A & B” Meleni Vianey Adame, Irvin Mario Botello Rodriguez, Daisy Lee Davila, Aaron Garcia, Jayden Pablo Martinez, Damian Ovidio Saavedra Gonzalez

Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Ezequiel Isaias Gonzalez, Javier Ignacio Gonzalez Daniel Martinez Jr. “A” Jose Maria Barrera Jr., Carlos Armando Belmares, Sergio Contreras Jr., Ethan Anthony Elicerio, Liliana Garza, Gloria Margarita Gonzalez, Analee Delia Leal, Liliana Imelda Martinez, Abrian Acesipher Rivera, Ranndy Joan Salinas, Roel Solis III., Victoria Roel Tamez, Nicole Marie Trujio “A & B” Devanie Yazmin Diaz, Ailanie Lopez, Nancy Edith Salinas Katrina Renee Martinez “A” Yamilet Carranza, Nevin Ian Gonzalez, Filiberto David Martinez, Sebastian Resendez, Airam Emmanuel Saenz Continued next week (03-01-17)

RFP NOTICE

RFP NOTICE

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following:

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following:

RFP 17-26 Ringgold Middle School Paving of Street 10:00 A.M.

RFP 17-27 Removal of Grease from Traps & Barrels for Food Service Department 10:10 A.M.

Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

BID NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: 17-28

4 – 2017 Cargo Vans With Hydraulic Lift 1 – 2017 Small SUV For Food Service Department 10:20 A.M.

Bid Specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below or via email purchasing@ rgccisd.org.

Sealed bids must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

BID NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting bids on the following: 17-29

Sale of Portable Buildings

10:30 A.M.

Bid Specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below or via email purchasing@rgccisd.org.

Sealed bids must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Appointments for inspecting portable buildings must be made thru the Maintenance Department by calling (956)716-4600.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

RFP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following:

RFP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following:

RFP 17-30 Repairs & Maintenance for Kitchen Equipment for Food Service Department 10:40 A.M.

RFP 17-31 Repairs & Maintenance of Plumbing Work, Electrical Work & Masonary Work 10:50 A.M.

Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below.

Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, FEBRUARY 22, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 4 1401 West Main St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 78582

Tel. 956-716-6532

Horario: Martes a Jueves de 8am - 10pm Viernes de 8am - 11pm Sabado de 9am - 11pm

Contamos con un amplio menú y un especial de medio día (Principio, plato fuerte y refresco de lata a $6.99)

DESAYUNOS

COMIDAS TAMPIQUEÑA

CHILE RELLENO

MILANESA

CARNE GUISADA

TACOS MAÑANEROS MACHACADO A LA MEXICANA

ANTOJITOS MEXICANOS

HAMBURGUESA

TOSTADA TIPO SIBERIA

SOMBRERO POLLO O FAJITA

CABRITO CABEZA

MACHITOS

PIERNA

RIÑONADA

HUEVOS RANCHEROS HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS TACOS ROJOS

HUEVOS EN SALSA DE CHICHARRÓN

HUEVOS EN SALSA DE CHORIZO

ENCHILADAS

FLAUTAS

TOSTADAS

PALETA

ABIERTO LOS DOMINGOS

PECHO

New meeting, party and gathering space for Starr County.

Isolated with plenty of parking.

For more information, please contact: Estela Hernandez @ 279-3175 or Patricio Hernandez @ 735-9914 1960 W. U.S. Highway 83 (old Grande Garbage truck yard).

Approximately 1/4 mile on the right before getting to Hospital Road if traveling towards Roma.