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On February 23, 2017 Marlen’s Gallery celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony that was organized by the McAllen Chamber of Commerce. Marlen Saenz accompanied by her children Marisol Salinas and George Salinas III, family, friends, employees and guests. The Chamber of Commerce commended Marlen on her vision for investing in the city of McAllen which is one of the main cities in South Texas. Marlen expressed how extremely blessed and appreciative she was with all the people who helped her accomplish her goals throughout the years. Marlen stated “I feel very enthusiastic and excited with the grand opening of my new store, after all the dedication and hard work of my staff, but first I would like to thank God for giving me the strength and my children and family for the support.” Marlen was nominated and granted the award “Business Women of the Year” giving Rio Grande City the honor to demonstrate her dedication and hard work. Finally this event concluded with a delightful dinner enjoyed by family and friends, they congratulated her and walk around admiring the 32,000 square foot show room.

RGC High School Wrestling Coach Ronald Pratt Named Coach of the Year for Female Teams Rio Grande City High School Wrestling Coach Ronald Pratt was named Coach of the Year for Female Teams on Saturday, February 17, 2017.

“I, for one, wish to thank the people who really take care of us. The athletic department, transportation department, the coaching staff, my wife, and most importantly, the parents make it all happen. I just have to be the one out in front deflecting attention from the job at hand and allowing these people to flourish. My coaches are second to no one. They all do a great job and get these kids prepared each week.

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Roma High School JROTC Program Earns Gold Star on Accreditation FFA Student Alejandro Salinas

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Veterans Middle School Tennis Players Place at District Meet Congratulations to the Veterans Middle School Tennis players for winning trophies and placing at the Tennis District Meet that was held in Zapata, TX on February 8, 2017! Joslynn Barrera won 4th Place and Kayla Pena won 1st Place in the district competition.

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Prayer to St. Anthony

“Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints” O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.

Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be.

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RGCCISD Bilingual Program Held Training for Pre-K and Kinder Teachers

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The RGCCISD Bilingual Program held training for Pre-K and Kinder teachers on the Dual Language Model at Ringgold Middle School at the RMS Library.

The Rio Grande CISD Dual Language Model calls for the use of Bilingual Pairs throughout the daily instruction. The pairing of students increases language development as they work together to complete assignments and projects. Consider the implications of bilingual pairs in four areas: student grouping, use of pairs throughout the day, the benefits that can be attained and how bilingual pairing aligns with the Principles of Learning. PK and Kinder teachers were trained by Gomez & Gomez Dual Language Consultants: Myrna Reyna & Claudia Rodriguez on how to properly implement bilingual pairs and language of the day activities. The BE/ESL Department gives a special “Thank you” to Mr. Jorge Peña, Ringgold Middle School Principal, for facilitating the RMS Library for these trainings.

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Eduardo (Eddie) Lopez 01-14-61 † 03-05-09 We think of you in silence and often speak your name. But all we have are memories and pictures in a frame. We found the strength to face this and courage to bear the blow. But what’s meant to lose you no one will ever know. They say time heals sorrows and helps one to forget. So far, time has only proven how much we miss you yet.

To some you may be forgotten to others a part of the past. But to us who loved and lost you your memory will always last.

A 8th Anniversary Mass will be celebrated Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 11:00am at Immaculate Conception Church in Rio Grande City, Tx. Parents Chon & Angelica Lopez, Wife Angela S. Lopez, Brothers & Sisters: Chon Jr. (Leticia), Elda, Estela (Rudy) Lucio, Rosie (Oliver) Arriaga, Nephews, Nieces and Family

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Que el dolor de no verte mas y las lagrimas que derramamos, sean la esperanza de volvernos a reunir.

Yo soy la resurrección y la vida el que cree en mi aunque muera vivirá y todo el que vive en mi, no morirá para siempre.

(Juan 11-25)

En nombre de la Familia del Sr. Margarito Alanis damos el mas sincero agradecimiento a nuestros parientes, amigos, vecinos y compadres quienes nos acompañaron en la reciente perdida de nuestro esposo, padre, hijo y hermano. Sus palabras de animo, oraciones, misas, comida, ofrendas �lorales, llamadas y muy en especial su presencia fueron una gran fuente de consuelo para toda nuestra familia, muchas gracias.

Esposa ( Sandra ), Hijos ( Emmanuel, Elixandro ( Ingrid), Eleny ( Samuel ) y Estrella ) y Nieta ( Eliany )

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“All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.”

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Oración Milagrosa Confío en Ti, mi Dios Padre, Hijo y Espíritu Santo, mi Señor Jesús, mi único Salvador, con todas mis fuerzas te pido que me concedas la gracia que tanto deseo.

Rece nueve Ave Marías durante nueve días, pida tres deseos dos de negocios y uno imposible, al día noveno publique y se cumplirá aunque no lo crea. Observe lo que pasara al cuarto día de su publicación.

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Patrón de los casos difíciles y desesperados. Oh gloriosísimo Apóstol S a n J u d a s Ta d e o !

Siervo fiel y amigo de Jesús, con el nombre del traidor que entregó a nuestro querido Maestro en manos de sus enemigos; esta ha sido la causa de que muchos te hayan olvidado, pero la Iglesia os honra e invoca universalmente como patrón de las cosas difíciles y desesperadas. Ruega por mí, que soy tan miserable y haz uso, te ruego, de ése privilegio especial que se te ha concedido, de socorrer visible y prontamente cuando casi se ha perdido toda esperanza. Ven en mi ayuda en esta gran necesidad para que reciba los consuelos y socorros del cielo en todas mis necesidades, tribulaciones y sufrimientos, particularmente (haga aquí la súplica que desea obtener, con fe y devoción, repita esta oración durante nueve días, prometiendo publicarla en el octavo día y por difícil e imposible se le concederá). Y para que bendiga a Dios, contigo y con todos los escogidos por toda la eternidad. Amén.

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Nos dejaste el regalo más bonito, el amor de tu hermoso corazón.

Con ternura y con fuerza recibiste la llamada de Dios con devoción.

Hoy te pido que nos cuides desde el cielo. Con tu amor vamos a poder seguir siempre unidos como tu nos lo pediste, hasta el día que tengamos que partir. Que Dios te bendiga donde quiera que estés, y permita que tu alma descanse en paz para siempre. Te queremos, te extrañamos y te necesitamos.

Les queremos dar las mas sinceras gracias a todos por acompañarnos en este momento tan di�ícil para nuestra familia. Les agradecemos sus ofrendas �lorales, comida, amistad, apoyo y oraciones.

Esposa Ludivina Moreno, Hijos Nicolasa (Ramiro Sarabia), Raul Jr. (Gloria Moreno) Y Nietos (Ramiro Jr., Raul III, Victoria, Ricardo Andres)

ORACIÓN AL SAGRADO CORAZÓN DE JESÚS Para Cosas muy Difíciles

B r a z o poderoso ante ti vengo con toda la fe de mi alma a buscar tu sagrado consuelo en mi difícil situación, n o m e desampares en las puertas que han de abrirse en mi camino, sea tu Brazo para darme la tranquilidad que ansió (3 peticiones difíciles) suplica que te hace un corazón afligido por duros golpes del cruel destino que lo han vencido siempre en la lucha humana. Ya que si tu poder divino no intercede en mi favor, sucumbiré por falta de ayuda, Brazo poderoso asísteme, ampárame y condúceme a la gloria celestial, gracias dulce Jesús.

(Publicar después de favores recibidos.) S. R. L.

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Joe Henry Doria Jr. Selected for TMEA All-State Men’s Choir

Congratulations to Joe Henry Doria Jr. of the Roma ISD Choir Program on being selected to the TMEA Texas All-State Men’s Choir! Roma ISD is so proud of you!

Randy Amaro and Laisa Garcia winners of the American Heritage Month and Veterans Day Essay Writing Contest

Starr County Fair Association Scholarship Winners

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Volunteers

Delia Bermea Perez, Ventura Hinojosa and Stephanie Martinez from the office of Victims of Domestic Violence Assistance Program joined Rio Grande City Staff and community members in assisting residents to prepare Free Income Tax returns. The program sponsored in part

by United Way provides assistance for families who earn less than Congratulations to the twelve recipients of Starr County Fair Association scholarships. The students are $54,000. Please read the information provided for eligibility. (County from Roma High School, Rio Grande City High School, RGCCISD Grulla High School, and San Isidro of Starr Public Relations Office) High School. They are pictured at the banquet sponsored by IBC Bank in their honor. Also pictured are Scholarship Committee Chairman Ruben Saenz, far right; Starr County 2017 Fair Queen Eliza Briana Rodriguez, center, and Starr County Fair Association President Douglas Anderson, far left.

Randy Amaro and Laisa Garcia students from the Preparatory for Early College High School were recognized at a District luncheon honoring the winners of the American Heritage Month and Veterans Day Essay Writing Contest. Congratulations to Randy and Laisa for a job well done!!!

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COACH RONALD PRATT Coach Ashleigh is my conscience, Coach Wilson is my older, calmer sensible coach, and Coach Mangum is my younger, more get-after-them coach. Together, we get the job done well. Each trait is found in every one of these kids. To coach Wilson: many thanks for your years of work and trust in me. You and I re-tooled this team into a championship caliber team.

We did it together and I will miss your insight into every aspect of this program. Best wishes in retirement.”- Coach Ronald Pratt Coach of the Year for Female Teams.

It was an intense weekend for Rio Grande City High School Wrestling. Boys finished in fourth place overall. Elias Sanchez, Ruperto Bautista and

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Alejandro Islas all were regional champions for the boy’s team.

Alonso Berrones placed second.

Girls placed second by 1.5 points. Kassidy Ramirez was the lone regional champion on the girl’s team. Lizbette Lara placed second. Jythssel Mascorro placed

third, Graciela Toscano placed fourth and Alexandria Espinoza placed fifth.

There were 8 state qualifiers and 1 alternate are what is left for this season.

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RGCCISD Grulla High School And Rio High School Students Attend the 2nd Annual Book Fest by the Bay

Promoting L i t e r a c y, lifelong learning and honoring intellectual freedom are just some of the objective that all librarians have to teach their students. After reading a plethora of books and staying after school and before school for endless hours and days, the high school students were granted the opportunity to meet over 50 authors and be exposed to a variety of genre of books written by acclaimed authors and presenters. The students were joined by volunteers from their schools and the phenomenal High school librarians, Mrs. Armandina Villarreal- GHS and Mrs. Velma Guerrero- RHS. Students started to journey @5:00 am to Corpus Christi, Texas at the American Banking Center, February 18, 2017. The RGCCISD Library Science Department would like to remind the community that March 02, 2017 is Read Across America Day! Please call your local school librarian to volunteer to read at their school. (B. De la Torre).

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Roma ISD School Board Honors 19 All-State Band Members

Congratulations to the 19 members of the Roma High School Band on being named as TMEA All-State Band Members!

Roma ISD had more TMEA All-State Band Members than any other 5A high school in the state!

Awesome job to all students, their teachers and their parents! The students named as All-State include Sheyla Ruiz, Lesly Hinojosa, Raul Ramirez, Manfredo Guerra, Margil Guerra, Jr., Jorge Lopez, Angelica Treviño, Roberto Campos, Sonia Vela, Naylea Resendez, Alejandro Moreno, Eliseo Moreno, Alexia Rios, Kailey Lopez, Jesus Reyna, Daniel Treviño, Sara Centeno, Edgar Moreno and Jose C. Martinez.

Rio Grande City CISD Implements New Reading Computer Software

Grulla Gator JROTC Cadet of the Month for January

The outstanding Cadet of the Month for January who surpassed all others and proved to be an outstanding member of the Grulla Gators JROTC Battalion this month is Rene Castillo.

Cadet Private Castillo answered the demanding questions, showed his aptitude on the basic marching movements, and recited the Cadet Creed by heart.

Congratulations on behalf of the Gator Battalion and instructors.

Promoting “Take the School Breakfast Challenge”

Starr County Judge Eloy Vera was approached by Ms. Elaine Hernandez, Med, MPH Regional Director at Baylor University and Ms. Jamie Garza, Community Engagement VISTA Member for Brooks County Texas A & M AgriLife Extension office to join the kick-off of the National School Breakfast Week on March 6-10, 2017. The theme for this year’s campaign is “School Breakfast Challenge”. Judge Vera has been an advocate of health and wellness and has implemented a very successful wellness program for county employees and has always been a staunch supporter of programs that help in the wellbeing of the entire community. Promoting the kickoff is a great way of working together as one community to unify efforts for a healthier Starr County one step at a time. (County of Starr Public Relations Office).

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The computer manager winner for 1st semester The winner teacher for 1st semester Mr. Marcus Canales from Ringgold Elementary. Mr. Juan Silva from J & O Hinojosa Elementary.

Imagine Learning is a reading computer software program that is being implemented this school year through the Bilingual/ESL Department at the elementary and middle school levels. Imagine Learning Español serves grade Pk-2nd Grade. Imagine Learning English serves grades PK-6th grade. Imagine Learning is also available for home usage.

Imagine Learning conducted a contest during the fall semester to recognize the computer manager with the most usage at the elementary level. The winner will receive a $50.00 Amazon gift card. The company will also recognize one homeroom per elementary school with the most program usage by giving the students a pizza party.

Pictured with Mr. Marcus Canales are: Dr. Erica GuerraRinggold Elem. Principal, Mr. Jesús A. Martínez- BE/ESL Director, and Imagine Learning representatives: Laura Cavazos Crounsse-Customer Success Manger and Jesse Sanchez- Area Partnership Manager.

Also, Imagine Learning conducted a contest during the fall semester to recognize a teacher whose ELL students met the criteria per week for most minute usage at the elementary level. A drawing was held at the Bilingual/ESL Department with representatives from Imagine Learning to select the winner from the many teachers that qualified for the contest. The winning teacher will receive an I-pad. The company will also recognize one homeroom per elementary school with the most program usage by giving the students a pizza party.

Pictured with Mr. Juan Silva are: Ms. Marissa Saldivar- J & O Hinojosa Principal, Mr. Jesús A. Martínez- BE/ESL Director, and Imagine Learning representatives: Laura Cavazos Crounsse-Customer Success Manger and Jesse Sanchez- Area Partnership Manager.

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General Ricardo Sanchez Grulla Gators Wrestling Team Participated Elementary Receives Book Donation in District Wrestling Tournament

Rio Grande City CISD had their District Wrestling Tournament on February 9, 2017 hosted by Rio Grande City High School. Several Valley schools participated in this tournament in the RHS gym. A total of 13 Grulla Gators advanced to Regionals. The Gator team came in 3rd place out of 8 teams that participated. The Lady Gators came in 4th place with only four Lady Gators on the team and all four advanced to Regionals. Head Wrestling Coach Oscar Ozuna stated, “The team competed awesome all year and never gave up. I am very proud of the two teams and my coaching staff—Perla Ramirez and Billy Sepulveda.

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6.99 1.19EA.

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99

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2.69 Louisiana Assorted Batters 10-oz Bags

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Austex Plain Chili 15-oz cans

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State of the County

Annual Bilingual Parent Academy

The Parental Involvement Department would like to invite all parents of RGCCISD students to attend the Annual Bilingual Academy to learn about the implementation of teaching models, strategies, and ways to support and improve your child’s academic and social skills.

El Departamento de Participación de Padres invita cordialmente a todos los padres de los estudiantes de RGCCISD a asistir a nuestra Academia Anual Bilingüe para aprender acerca de los modelos de enseñanza, estrategias, formas de apoyar y mejorar los hábitos académicos y sociales de sus hijos.

Time / Hora: 8:00 A.M.-12:00 Location/Lugar :Parental Involvement Center Date/Día: Marzo 8, 2017 Please call to register 956-716-6952

Delivered by County Judge Honorable Eloy Vera

Tuesday, February 28, 2017 6:00 p.m.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MARCH 1, 2017, PAGE 10

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Historical Starr County

MARCH 1, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

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

WE WORK TO MARKET YOUR CATTLE RATHER THAN JUST SELL THEM.

Marketing Tools Include:

1. Advertising your cattle on the internet, correspondence, phone calls, etc.

2. We now offer cattle pregnancy testing through Ultrasound at no additional cost.

3. Customer Service and Proper Care of YOUR cattle emphasized.

• Check out our website

www.rylivestock.com

to view our weekly market report, early consignment and upcoming events. * What will be offered for sale might interest you.

24/7 Service LIVESTOCK SALE EVERY FRIDAY

ANY QUESTION OR CONCERNS CALL:

R.Y. Livestock Sales Inc.

12 Livestock Rd. Rio Grande City, Texas Sam Rodriguez, Jr. LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED

OFFICE 956-487-5551 SAM 956-534-0284

MARKET PRICES FOR FEBRUARY 24, 2017

STEERS AVER-HIGH

COUPON

FREE

ACCESSORY

With new Activation - Coupon valid only at the RGC 4370 W. Hwy 83 ste. B Location. Expires 2/28/17

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RGC: 4370 E. Hwy 83 Ste. B - 956-309-3549 Roma: 834 E. Grant St. Ste. C - 956-570-0701 Arroyo: 5065 Hwy. 83 ste. A - 956-570-0702 Escobares: 4522 East Hwy 83 Ste A. 956-429-5625

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NOW HIRING

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200 - 300 301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800

MATURE CATTLE

Payment plan also available for only $49.99 down and no credit needed!

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1926 W US HWY 83 Rio Grande City, Tx 78582

COW-CALF PAIRS STOCKER COWS PACKER COWS REPLACEMENT BULLS PACKER BULLS

HEIFERS AVER-HIGH

1.37 - 1.60 1.31 - 1.49 1.23 - 1.40 1.02 - 1.15 .98 - 1.00 NO TEST

AVER - HIGH $1,120.00 - $1,250.00 $784.00 - $975.00 .57 - .81 NO TEST .71 - .82

TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 242

COMMENTS & NEWS: The market this week was steady to higher. For this coming Friday’s sale, we are expecting some very good commercial young to middle aged breeding cows which will be palpated. Have been exposed to excellent Beefmaster bulls.

NOTICE TO BULL BUYERS: On March 17, 2017, Las Pintas Beefmasters of Garciasville, Texas(one of the best Beefmaster herds in South Texas) will be offering for sale a total of 7 young registered Beefmaster Bulls. Can be viewed on our website under Future Sales.

Don’t miss out.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MARCH 1, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 2

NOW HIRING

BIG 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Medical Assistant Needed.

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

Ladies & Kids shoes, clothing, and LOTS MORE!!!

Sat. March 4, 2017 8 a.m.-?

HIRING!!!

SALON 1402 NOW HIRING

131 Quito St., RGC (Behind Mr. Pollo)

•A/C TECHNICIAN

Is looking for Hairstylists and Barber (Cosmetology License required).

1402 N. Garza St., RGC

WITH SOME EXPERIENCE

•INSTALLERS

(SULLIVAN CITY)

956-867-0942 • 735-8063

735-8506

Get Your Career Moving!

V.F.W. HALL RENTALS HOUSE FOR RENT FOR PARTIES AND EVENTS

“RUMMAGE SALE” SPACES FOR RENT WITH TABLES INCLUDED -SUN THRU THURS-

For info. call or text - Cell Phones:

735-3295 • 487-5050 FOR RENT

APARTMENT -1 BIG BDRM. $375.00 per mo. + $200 dep. Includes ref., stove, water, cable, wifi & garbage.

488-2879 • 735-3255

3 bedroom, 1 bath, C/A & Heat, Carport, Appliances included. $600 a mo., $300 dep. Located on Daniel Lane, serious call only.

(956) 500-3726

SE RENTAN 2-OFICINAS Y 2-APARTAMENTOS Oficinas al lado de Torres Glass Shop.

Apartamentos con estufa, hielera, A/C RGC. Buen Precio

Para mas info. llame

602-363-1318

• Drivers are in demand.

• Companies offer great pay, benefits, & equipment.

• Eagle Ford Shale, Oil and Gas Industry Drive to Succeed!

Secure Your Future!

VALLEY WIDE 3 LOCATIONS!!!

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IN ONLY 4 SHORT WEEKS YOU CAN BECOME A PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVER WITH A REWARDING CAREER.

GO AHEAD MAKE THE CALL:

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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.

Se Renta

APTS. FOR RENT

1bdrm. $300 • 2 bdrm., $325 per mo. Stove & ref. included. Located behind Caro’s Restaurant in RGC. For more info. call:

Apts. de 2 recámaras con estufa, refrig., microwave, lavadora, secadora y cochera. 230 Judy St. RGC, por el 755 (5 cuadras de la High School).

573-8613

LECTURA DE CARTAS

20 Años de Experiencia

Llame para información:

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256-0136 735-3949

(956) 573-8613

SE RENTA

Something Different Events

2 Apartamentos en Rio Grande City. 1 rec. y 2 rec., 1 baño, estufa, AC y refrigerador. Incluye el agua y la basura.

“We personalize your event to make it truly unique”

¡¡¡Personaliza tu evento con nosotros!!!

• Creaciones Especiales • Flores / Pasteles • Cristalería • Servicio de DJ • Taquizas • Barra de Buffet • Mesas de Chamoy, Chocolate y Tamarindo

Para mas información llamar

956-735-3120

SAN ROBERTO APTS. Joe Andrade 956-437-5399 • Gloria Moreno 956-353-4802 Spacious 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath with appliances including washer & dryer in units. Walking distance from schools at 399 San Roberto Rd.

$550/mo with one year contract.

(956) 454-1043

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SOUTH PADRE

PRIVATE CONDO FOR RENT With a private pool available for Sping Break maximum 8 call

(956) 522-2319

Grulla Elementary 3rd 6-weeks Honor Roll Continued from last week (02-22-17), section II, page 3

Katrina Renee Martinez “A & B” Angela Vianney Alaniz, Briella Garza, Julie Ann Lopez, Moises Reyes Jr., Mia Eleyna Rodriguez Mary Lynn Rodriguez “A” Michel David Limon Jr., Eric Lee Salmon Jr., Alexander Sifuentez, Anngella Vazquez, Ivan Zarazua “A & B” Jesus Alberto Corona Vazquez, Daisy Samai Gonzalez, Mia Valeria Gonzalez, Briceiry Isaguirre, Ivan Cristobal Salinas 1ST GRADE Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Sebastian Alvarez Deyanira Ozuna “A” Ernesto Beltran, Ernesto Nathan Elicerio, Valeria Montserrat Fernandez Salinas, Janika Kay Flores, Syan Kirsten Galvan, Reymundo Lopez, Anival Odel Maldonado “A & B” Eduardo Flores Jr., Delilah Marlene Leal, Samantha Morin, Crystal Reyes, Guadalupe Saenz III., David Malik Sanchez, Adriana VasquezMorin Jennette Pena “A” Ruben Galaviz Jr., Delaney Hernandez-Villarreal, Ruben Eden Lopez, Aurora Mendiola Garza, Kristalynn Mia Perez, Leonela Lee Ann Ramirez, Isaiah Eli Salinas, Jordyn Alexandra Torres “A & B” Jazeneth Jolie Moya, David Pena, Alyssa Maria Resendez Nikita Danielle Pena “A” Edie Faith Garza, Sergio Isaguirre III., Layla Litzel Lopez, Aniela Ramirez

“A & B” Shanehl Lareine Avalos, Jocelynn Marie Lopez Brenda Salinas “A Ramon Gerardo Barrera Jr., Joselien Chapa Garcia, Adrian Garcia, Aryel Alea Gonzalez, Juan Antonio Lopez “A & B” Maryse Alanis, Sebastian Ulises Fernandez, Debahni Haleigh Garza, Myha Anthonela Garza, Roberto Lopez, Joan Zarate 2ND GRADE Nancy Cahue “A” Dominic Rene Aguirre, Gabriella Itzel Banda, Alexis Isaiah Barrera, Anayza Crystal Diaz, Mairany Garcia, Jonathan Gracia, Litzy Guerrero, Fredie Alexander Martinez, Octavio Alexander Ruiz Garza “A &B” Samuel Barrera, Adelyn Ayleen Salmon, Gabriella Nicole Solis, Kylie Rose Solis Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Dante ES Lopez Aurora Castillo ”A” Dominick Luis Garza, Peyton Raine Garza, Joel Adalberto Gonzalez, Miguel Angel Gonzalez, Kaylynn Ivanna Lopez, Alex J Moreno, Yarianna Itzel Rios, Thor Rivera “A & B” Damaris Yamilee Diaz, Angelina Dyanika Espinoza, Sergio Alberto Lopez Jr., Sabrina Paola Martinez, Aleen Monserrat Zepeda Marta I Flores “A” Brianna Denise De Leon, Denessa Alizae Elizondo, Naeli Jazbel Farias, Fernando Garza, Isaac Jose Howard, Jesus Mendez Garza, Rowen Jay Ramirez, Erik Rivera,

Jaime Isaias Villarreal, Jonathan Zuniga Chavira “A & B” Ana Reyna De Leon Martinez, Brandon Damian De Leon, Mariely Garza, Sophie Alexia Nunez, Juan Ortiz III. Dania Salinas “A” Brianna Jasmine Davila, Leonardo Garza, Devanie Elaine Gonzalez, Kalinah Montenegro, Sebastian Ortiz, Aubrey Nevaeh Quiroz, Aisha Dealya Sandoval, Bertha Alicia Zendeja De Leon, Diego Azael Zendeja De Leon “A &B” Skylynn Nevaeh Acevedo, Millie Lee Guel, Manuel Adrian Martinez, Jeshua Olivares, Rosie Catalina Reyes 3RD GRADE Socorro Chavana “A” Ayana D’Ebony Howard, Jeremiah Anthony Lopez, Mia Anahi Martinez “A & B” Matthew Eli Martinez, Eleyne Mendoza, Esmeralda Perez, Robert Jerry Ruelas, Edwin Andrew Saavedra Gonzalez, Skylene Desiree Sanchez Zarate Carina Guerrero “A” Bryan Hinojosa, Denaly Ozuna, Yailyn Reyna Garza, Destiny Marie Rosales, Joelissa Torres Pompa, Juan Marcos Villavicencio Flores “A & B” Danyiel Del Bosque, Layla Lynn Flores, David Guerra Jr., Hector Hugo Guerrero, Kendra Eileen Rios, Jaeda Alani Salinas, Anaeli Salinas Flores Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Osvaldo Pena Jr.

Adriana Salinas “A” Alexia Lynell Flores, Sophia Monique Monsivais, Aiden Eliah Rivera, Jose Angel Vasquez “A & B” Carlos Cantu, Kimberly Elayne Chapa, Antonio Noe Garza, Ailyn Hernandez, Jose Manuel Lopez, Michael Darren Ortiz, Nalanie Yvette Pena, Yaletzy Alexandria Perales Janet Zarate “A” Jacob Isaiah Cardoza, Deann Ilene Flores, Jonathan Flores, Joshua Andrew Flores, Sarai Garza, Tadiel Angel Olivares, Edrie Camilla Rangel, Julian Andrew Zarate “A & B” Lorissa Marie Flores, Christie Garza, Genesis Garza, Jazlyn Marie Garza, Ailynn Leylanie Martinez, Madison Marie Montalvo, Ytzel Morin

4TH GRADE Oneyda Anzaldua “A” Julian Alvarado, Myla Anzaldua, Juan Carlos Gonzalez Jr., Ricardo Alexis Hernandez “A&B” Iris Guajardo, Ramiro Sanchez Jr., Sarah Elisa Sanchez, Mia Aide Trevino Carisa Bazan “A” Lindsey Sky Contreras, Dayra Natasha Diaz, Melissa Munoz “A & B” Jennelle Laney Alaffa, Tristan Javier Banda, Ariana Delgadillo, Dulce Milagros Guerrero, Emma Rose Hasbun, Ashley Marie Resendez, Eva Samantha Rodriguez Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Dephane Maria Puente

Joana Rodriguez “A” Bruno Dwayne Acevedo Jr. “A & B” Roberto Benavidez, Karollina Bernal, Oscar Sebastian Castillo, Miley Ray De Anda, Efrain Falcon Botello Jr., Jeslynn Liana Guevara, Glory Beth Leal Rocha, Reuben Lee Martinez, Matthew Lee Sifuentez, Joselyn Tamez, Marisol Vasquez Olga B. Solis “A” Hector Galvan, Jayden Galvan, Iliana Reyes “A & B” Jonathan Jay Andrarde, Ozbiel Alejandro Balderas, Paulette Elizabeth Cardenas, Anaya Mo’Nique Howard, Aaliyah Diamondique Ramirez, Deryn Roel Solis Honor Roll, section II, page 3

STARRC OUNTY TOWNC RIER, MARCH1,2017,S ECTIONI I,P AGE3

HONOR ROLL Continued from section II, page 2 5TH GRADE Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Victor Alain Pena Jose Daniel Ibarra “A” Brianie Lynn Bruce, Eduardo Garza Jr., Oswaldo Lozano, Stacey Monique Montalvo, Graciela Vela “A & B” Jaden Bazan, Laritza Itzel Garcia, Alex Julian Salinas, Ailynn Lenae Solis, Anabelia Lee Torres,

Jaime Jay Villarreal Nancy Yvette Pena “A” Azael Perez, Denzelle Nicole Saenz “A & B” Austin Tray Castillo, Elanie Alaine Castillo, Laiza Munoz, Clarissa Itzel Ramirez, Gerardo Ariel Zendeja Deleon Idolina Ramon “A” Victoria Cahue, Catherine Danielle Guerra, Anali Hinojosa Esparza,

Trae Wess Nicholson “A & B” Oscar Alberto Barrera, David Gamez, Hector Hernandez Jr., Ulises Jaramillo Jessica L. Salinas “A” Rodolfo Heriberto Cavazos Jr., Veronica Nayeli Sanchez “A & B” Daylen Diaz, Britzel Garza, Jorge Lopez, Daisy Saenz Rocha

Special Olympics Texas Celebrates Ninth Annual “Spread the Word to End the Word®” Day Special Olympics Texas (SOTX) encourages all Texans to stop using the words “retard” and “retarded”. Wednesday, March 1 is the ninth national Spread the Word to End the Word® activation and awareness day, and all are invited and encouraged to take the pledge against the ‘R-word’.

Spread the Word to End the Word® is an on-going effort to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word. The campaign is intended to get schools, communities and organizations to rally and pledge their support to help create communities of inclusion and acceptance for all people.

SOTX will raise awareness by having a visible presence at the Texas State Capitol on March 1.

Athletes and their families from all across Texas will hand out “Spread the Word” stickers to all 181 legislative offices and provide Capitol staffers with information about SOTX’s ongoing efforts to replace the R-Word with a new one: “Respect” for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In addition, schools across the state will hose events that will encourage students to take a true commitment toward discontinuing the use of the R-word in an effort to show respect for their peers and to create a more inclusive environment.

For Spread the Word to End the Word® videos, visit https://www. youtube.com/user/EndtheRword.

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission f o r a B E E R R E TA I L DEALER’S OFFPREMISE LICENSE by: MICHELLE GUTIERREZdba MI RANCHITO KOUNTRY STORE to be located at 5173 US HWY 83, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

JOB OPENING- STARR COUNTY AUDITOR 2/21/2017 POSITION: • Starr County Auditor The County Auditor is to serve as a check on the financial operations of county offices, as well as fulfill financial accounting and budget responsibilities.

SALARY: The County Auditor’s salary is currently budgeted at $68,500.00.

REPORT TO: The County Auditor is an appointed position (Local Government Code 84.002) and reports directly to the Starr County District Judges that appointed the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is given, pursuant to chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure that the Starr County District Attorney’s Office will hold an auction in regard to the following described motor vehicles which have been forfeited to the State of Texas under the provisions of chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure: 1. ONE (1) OLIVE COLORED PLASTIC CASE CONTAINING ONE (1) SET OF NIGHT VISION BINOCULARS, THREE(3) LENSES AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS, 2. BLACK BOX WITH AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE INSIDE AND A CABLE ATTACHED TO IT AND ON THE OTHER END A PLASTIC GRIP WITH AN ANTENNA ATTACHED TO IT(DETECTOR FOR MONITORING DEVICES MODEL # TD-53, 3. 1990 JAYCO TRAVEL TRAILER, WHITE IN COLOR, TX LPS: 5PU-576, VIN: 1UJBJ02M5L1EP0077, 4. 1997 NISSAN MAXIMA, GOLD IN COLOR, TEMP LPS: DM3-J956, VIN: JN1CA21D1VT846783, 5. 1999 FORD F-150 RED IN COLOR, TX LPS:DRH4567, VIN:1FTRX18L3XKB69404, 6. 1999 FORD F-250, GOLD IN COLOR, TX LPS” BH0-3613, VIN: 1FTNX20F8XEB42966, 7. 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA BURGUNDY IN COLOR, TX LPS: BW4X858,VIN: 2G1WF52E2Y9123498, 8. 2000 FORD F-350 PICK-UP, WHITE IN COLOR, TEXAS LPS: FNZ-7178, VIN: 1FTSW30L9YEB49752, 9. 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA GOLD IN COLOR, TX LPS: DHR-5026 VIN: 2G1WH55K619205722, 10. 2001 FORD F-250 EXT. CAB, SILVER IN COLOR, TX LPS: FPS-6141, VIN: 1FTNX20S01EA27427, 11. **2001 FORD EXPEDITION, MAROON IN COLOR, TX LPS: FWC-1760, VIN: 1FMRU17L01LA66478,** 12. 2003 FORD EXPEDITION, GREEN IN COLOR, TX LPS: DBG-4062, VIN: 1FMEU17L83LA47548, 13. **2006 SATURN VUE BLACK IN COLOR, TX LPS: CP8S111 VIN: 5GZCZ53456S818026,** 14. 2008 DODGE CARAVAN, MAROON IN COLOR, TX LPS: BJ7-G351, VIN: 1D8HN54P28B178146, 15. **2008 DODGE AVENGER, WHITE IN COLOR, TX LPS: BSX-7936, VIN: 1B3LC46K58N653654,**

*** REBUILT DAMAGED - SALVAGED TITLE***

Look us up on Facebook (229th Judicial District Attorney) and Craigslist.

Date of Auction: March 11, 2017 Time of Auction: 10:00AM Registration: 8:30AM-10:00AM

Place of Auction: Starr County District Attorney’s Impound Lot 3054 West Highway 83, Los Villarreal’s, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Vehicles are in Excellent to fair condition.

Vehicles are sold as is, NO Warranty NO Guarantee.

For further information please contact the Starr County District Attorney’s Office at 956-716-4800 ext 8553 Starr County Courthouse, 401 N. Britton Ave., Rm 417, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582

• Responsible for planning and managing strategic initiatives of internal auditing and financial accounting for the County.

• Oversees all county accounting functions in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

• Assures financial transparency and accountability through regular internal audits and annual, independent audits.

• Maintains the general ledger for the County and ensures accurate and timely recording/reporting of financial information.

• Oversees the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR).

• Develops, recommends, and implements a compliant financial accounting system.

• Oversees and monitors finance functions including auditing, accounting, investing, grant accounting, debt insurance, and budgeting.

• Manages the mandated internal audit processes and verification for county officers who collect fines, judgments, or fees in accordance with Texas State Statues using formal risk assessment guidelines.

• Enforces regulations necessary for speedy and proper collecting, checking and accounting of the revenues and other fees and funds of the County.

• Completes continuing professional education courses/credits relating to duties of county auditor and Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for certified public accountants.

PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.

• Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO).

• Five (5) years’ experience managing and supervising a multimillion dollar financial organization.

• Working knowledge of government auditing and accounting is essential.

• Five (5) years of demonstrated supervisory experience in the public sector or a comparable environment: medium to large sized organization.

• Fund accounting experience with an extensive proven knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and applicable laws, codes and regulations.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and proven ability to maintain accurate, detailed records that will be audited periodically.

• Ability to make sound decisions quickly and communicate effectively within a large and diverse organization.

• Must be a resident of Starr County or be willing to move to Starr County within 8 months of appointment. Said requirement may be waived under exceptional circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT TESTING: • Employment is contingent on passing post-offer, pre-employment criminal background investigations.

IRREGULAR HOURS: • Work outside of the normal office hours may be required to meet deadlines and accuracy requirements.

• Non-Essential Personnel for Emergency Situations; unless employees are designated by Department Heads of employees are in other offices that are open.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS: • Exempt (Salary) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Please submit all applications with a cover letter, resume, and references to STARR COUNTY BOARD OF DISTRICT JUDGES; C/O: 229th District Judge Honorable Ana Lisa Garza, at egonzalez@co.starr.tx.us Starr County Board of District Judges will accept applications until March 31, 2017 or until position is filled. The 229th District Court is located at 401 N. Britton Avenue, Rio Grande City, TX 78582.

The Starr County Board of District Judges is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MARCH 1, 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

New meeting, party and gathering space for Starr County.

Isolated with plenty of parking.

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

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.

2004 CHEVY EXPRESS

$7,995 LOW MILES 2011 CHEVY CAMARO

$12,995

2007 CHEVY TAHOE

$12,995

2005 FORD MUSTANG

$7,995

2012 CHEVY SILVERADO

$17,995

2012 CHEVY CRUZE

2014 FORD EXPLORE

2009 DODGE JOURNEY

2006 CHEVY SILVERADO

$8,995

$16,995 LOW MILES

$6,995

$6,995