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Alfonso Rodriguez, (L) Mariachi Director at Grulla High School, and Daniel Renteria (R) Mariachi Director at Rio Grande City High School, were featured clinicians at a Mariachi Workshop held on July 22, 2016 as part of The Texas Bandmasters Association Convention in San Antonio. The workshop was very well received and the RGCCISD Mariachi Directors shared tips and techniques that have worked for them and their respective groups. RGCCISD is well known across the state and the country for the exemplary quality of its Mariachi Program. On Behalf of the School Board of Trustees and we would like to Congratulate Mr. Rodriguez and Mr. Renteria in representing our district in such a positive way at the music convention.

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By Kenneth Roberts, Freelance Writer Paul Reyes, the new Rio Grande City Rattlers offensive coordinator, is using a deep reservoir of experience and knowledge of offensive football gained over a 27-year high school coaching career to help increase the Rattlers’ offensive firepower in the upcoming 2016 football season. For the past six years, Reyes was the head coach of the McAllen Nikki Rowe Warriors.

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Roma ISD School District, All 9 Campuses Earn “Met Standard” – Highest Rating Possible from TEA

Roma ISD is proud to report that under the new Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability ratings for schools and districts, once again, Roma ISD as a district and all nine of the district’s campuses “Met Standard”. Texas schools and districts can earn

ratings of “Met Standard”, which is the highest rating; “Improvement Required”; or “Met Alternative Standard” for alternative schools.

“We are obviously very proud of these results, but expected nothing less than this continued excellence,” expressed Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman.

“There is no doubt our students face many obstacles, but they eagerly come to school every day and face the challenges head on and work hard with our dedicated teachers and together we are seeing wonderful outcomes. I am so proud of our students and teachers and I cannot wait to see what distinctions they are awarded. We will continue to bring home more accolades to our community this school year and show the state what we are made!”

Each district and school’s ratings are based on four “indexes” or areas of academic performance each year including, “Student Achievement”, which is measured by STAAR testing results across all subject areas; “Student Progress”, which is measured by the progress of certain Federal populations; “Closing Performance Gaps”, which is measured by the academic gains of economically disadvantaged students in our district; and “Postsecondary Readiness”, which is measured by graduation rates and skills necessary for success after high school.

TEA will release distinction designations at a later date. For more information on the TEA 2016 Accountability Rating System visit http://tea.texas. gov/2016Accountability.aspx.

Starr County Officials held VOAD Meeting

The Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) Sub-committee met on August 9, 2016 at the Starr County Annex to start working on a unified South Texas Emergency Management System. The committee appointed Mr. Ramiro Sarabia – Starr County’s EMC as the VOAD Chairman and Pastor Bob Alderman as ViceChairman. The members will be working closely with VOAD members from Hidalgo, Willacy and Cameron Counties to assist each other during emergencies or disasters. Pictured top: Jorge Oyervides-Fire Marshal, Arnulfo Garcia- Planning Dept., Cynthia Garcia Fuentes-Public Relations Director, Robert Cepeda-Hidalgo County VOAD, Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, Lieutenant Lenard Fuentes, Omar Montemayor-Extension Officer, Pastor Bob Alderman- First Baptist Church, sitting: Alexis Sandoval-911 Coordinator, Ramiro SarabiaStarr County EMC, Thelma Garza-Untied Way, and Ronnie Alaniz-Rio Grande City Fire Department. (County of Starr Public Relations Department).

Su Amigo y Servidor, On Friday August 19, 2016, Mr. Ramiro Sarabia, accompanied by his wife Mrs. Nicolasa Moreno Sarabia and son Ramiro Sarabia, Jr., registered as a candidate for reelection for the City Council of Roma Place 2..Ramiro Sarabia is a Roma resident who has served the City of Roma for the past three (3) years as their Councilman. He takes pride in being a public servant both in the City of Roma as well as the County of Starr as the county’s Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC). His priority

Ramiro Sarabia

has always been to serve his community. He believes that a city government should be accessible and should listen to the voice of the public. He pledges that he will continue to work hard to promote growth, which will lead to more jobs and a healthier economy. He wants residents to know that he will continue to stay true to his promise to work tirelessly for a better way of life for all residents in Roma, Texas.

Ramiro hopes to not only be seen as a public servant but as a friend to all of the community

of Roma and as someone who aims to serve his community with pride and honor.

Sarabia dedicates his candidacy to his city and expresses gratitude to the residents of Roma for having given him the opportunity to serve them.

“God Bless everyone and Viva Roma!”

Su Amigo y Servidor,

Ramiro Sarabia

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †MAURICIO GARZA IV (2ND AN.)

by Wife & Family †OSCAR & MARIA OZUNA by Daughters †REYNALDO G. REYNA by Family †LAURO L. LOPEZ

by Diana & Teresa Saldaña REYNA DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS by Family THURSDAY AUGUST 25TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †ALEJANDRO M. GONZALEZ (46TH AN.) by Alejandro Gonzalez, Jr. FRIDAY AUGUST 26TH - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF 6:00 P.M. †NARCIZA VILLARREAL (10TH AN.)

by Familia

†ARMANDO LUIS ACEVEDO (4TH AN.) by Acevedo Family †MINERVA V. PEÑA (3RD AN.)

by Irma Guerra †SANJUANITA P. ELIZONDO (3RD AN.) by Irma Guerra †JOSE GUADALUPE ADAME

by Adame-Villarreal Family SATURDAY AUGUST 27TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †ANTONIA G. CARRION (2ND AN.)

by Family †LEONEL L. PEÑA

by Wife & Children †LEONARDA HINOJOSA (16TH AN.)

by Familia Hinojosa †JOSE MORALES (29TH AN.)

by Esposa e Hijos †RAFAEL & FELICITAS GUERRA (27TH AN.) by Guerra Family

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Second Year Anniversary Mass

The Region One Education Service Center will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2015-2016 student performance results of school districts in the Region One area. In addition, this school year will kick off the 50th Anniversary of the system of regional education service centers.

WHAT: • The Public Hearing will include an overview of the 20152016 preliminary assessment results.

• Districts will be recognized for having achieved the “Met Standard” rating.

• School districts and charter schools that received a “Superior Rating” in the state’s financial accountability rating system, FIRST, will also be recognized.

WHO: • Dr. Cornelio Gonzalez, Region One ESC Executive Director will preside.

• Region One school superintendents and charter school directors have also been invited.

WHERE: Region One Education Service

In Loving Memory of

Mauricio Garza III 12-13-1945 † 08-24-2014

I Felt an Angel

I felt an angel near today, though one I could not see. I felt an angel so close, sent to comfort me. I felt an angel’s kiss soft upon my cheek, and without a single word of caring did it speak. I felt an angel’s loving touch, soft upon my heart and with that touch, I felt the pain and hurt within depart. I felt an angel’s tepid tears fall softly next to mine, and knew that as those tears did dry a new day would be mine. I felt an angel’s silken wings enfold me with pure love and felt a strength within me grow, a strength sent from above. I felt an angel so close, though one I could not see. I felt an angel near today, sent to comfort me.

NOVENA “Miraculous Prayer”

Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday August 24, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Rio Grande City, Texas

Your loving wife Zulema Garza, Children: Mauricio IV (Tracy) Garza and Marisol (Robert) de la Garza and Grandaughter Monique N. Salinas

Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favor). Take it, Dear Jesus, and place it within your own heart, where your Father sees it. Then, in your merciful eyes it will become your favor, not mine.

Amen.

Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favor will be granted.

Never known to fail.

S. B. S.

En Memoria de

Vicenta I. Peña Mayo 22, 1955 † Agosto 17, 2016

Ven a Mi

Dios vio que usted ya estaba cansada y curarse no podía ser. El puso sus brazos alrededor de usted y en vos lenta le dijo, “Ven a mi”. Con ojos llorosos la miramos partir, aunque nosotros la amamos mucho, nada pudimos hacer para que se quedara.

Un corazón de oro paro de latir y unas manos trabajadoras descansaron. Dios quebró nuestros corazones para probarnos, de que el solamente escoge lo mejor.

Queremos agradecer a todos los familiares, amigos y vecinos las muestras de afecto que la familia ha recibido con motivo del fallecimiento de nuestro ser querido. En estos momentos tan di�íciles para todos nosotros nos hemos visto arropados con el calor y afecto recibido. Gracias de todo corazón y que descanse en paz.

De parte de tus hijos Sonia M. Peña, Juan R. Peña, Roberto A. Peña y Familia Peña

Center, Fort McIntosh Room— Administrative & Professional Development Center (East Side entrance), 1900 W. Schunior, Edinburg, TX WHEN: Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

Per the Texas Education Code, Sec. 8.003 (f), prior to adopting an annual budget, the Board of Directors of a regional education service center is required to conduct a public hearing on the center’s performance during the preceding year on standards established by the Texas Education Commissioner.

Region One Education Service Center (www.esc1.net) serves over 427,000 students and educators in seven counties in south Texas including Cameron, Hidalgo, Jim Hogg, Starr, Webb, Willacy and Zapata counties.

5:00 P.M. †ARMANDO LUIS ACEVEDO (4TH AN.) by Josefina Silva & Family †AGUSTINA & JOSE GUTIERREZ

by Familia †RENE RODRIGUEZ

by Israel & Lupita Chapa †LUIS MANUEL PEÑA

by Wife & Family †IDALIA CANALES (AN.)

by Husband & Family MONDAY AUGUST 29TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †MARIA ESTELA & OSBALDO SAENZ, SR. by Estela Saenz Bazan †JOSE M. BAZAN by Estela Saenz Bazan †ANTONIO H. VELA (AN.) by Family TUESDAY AUGUST 30TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

WELCOME RATTLERS AND GATORS TO A NEW SCHOOL YEAR!!!

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1. Our pledge is to give raises that last a lifetime NOT THE ILLUSION OF STIPENDS THAT DISAPPEAR FROM YOUR PAYCHECK THE NEXT YEAR. 2. If elected MASS PROMOTIONS and INDIVIDUAL RAISES WILL BE A THING OF THE PAST. OUR FOCUS IS ON MORE TEACHERS IN THE CLASSROOM = SUCCESS FOR THE CHILDREN. 3. We pledge to ELIMINATE THE TEAM CHANGE WAY OF LIFE. • 3 superintendents within 20 months • 1/2 of our principals reassigned or moved from exemplary or recognized campuses in the middle of the year.

• TEAM CHANGE has BROKEN more records than in the OLYMPICS IN BRAZIL, but with NO MEDALS TO SHOW FOR IT. WHO LOSES? OUR CHILDREN. 4. If elected, all campus hiring will be done by SBDM committees NOT BY BOARD MEMBERS, who later got scolded by TEA for all their political hirings.

5. We pledge that mass grievances will be a thing of the past. We have had more grievances under TEAM CHANGE than we have had in the last 12 years, ANOTHER RECORD BROKEN. 6. RESTORE the step program to the bus drivers that was ELIMINATED by TEAM CHANGE. The STEP program, the more experience you have the more money you make, ANOTHER RECORD BROKEN BY TEAM CHANGE. 7. RESTORE the dream of an aquatic center in RGCCISD 8. RESTORE the dream of a new Grulla Middle School and a Grulla Football stadium for all Gator Nation.

9. We pledge to stop lawsuit abuse, 3/4 of a million dollars IN WASTEFUL spending on an ARMY OF ATTORNEYS. 10. RESTORE Honor, Dignity & Respect and GET RID OF THE REIGN OF TERROR that TEAM CHANGE has created.

The Choice is clear on the one hand we have the TEAM CHANGE way of life which is to quote The Monitor & TEA.

“THE SCHOOL BOARD IS CENTERED ON POLITICS RATHER THAN ON CHILDREN”

On the other hand we have the USS RESTORE WHERE KIDS TRULY COME FIRST! Political Ad paid for by the Candidates

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San Isidro Community Summer Camp

Through the collaborative efforts of Starr County Pct. 4 Commissioner Ruben D. Saenz and his staff, San Isidro ISD Administration and staff, community organizations and volunteers, Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Service Center and volunteers from Bryan, Texas, over 100 children participated in an exciting summer camp from July 11 through July 15, 2016. The camp was held at the San Isidro School District.

All of the children who attended the camp enjoyed competitive sports, participated in nutrition and health presentations and learned biblical history. The camp culminated with a delicious spaghetti luncheon provided by Commissioner Ruben D. Saenz.

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PAUL REYES Continued from Front Page Previously he was offensive coordinator at Mercedes and coached with the McAllen High Bulldogs for 18 years, with five years of service as the Bulldogs’ offensive coordinator. Reyes graduated from Van Horn High School in far West Texas in 1984.

He graduated from Sul Ross State University in Alpine in 1989 with a major in Kinesiology and a minor in English. Shortly thereafter, Reyes moved to the Rio Grande Valley, where he has resided and coached for 27 years.

Reyes commented, “I’m very impressed with the kids in the Rattler program. They have a great work ethic and are eager and determined to win. They have great pride in the Rio Grande City program and its history. It’s easier to coach kids when they are eager to work hard and they have a hunger to win. They have definitely bought into Head Coach Aaron Garcia’s program and ideas.”

“We want to be a multiple set offense and be an up-tempo offense,” explained the new coordinator. “This is a wide open offense that gives many kids the opportunity to touch the football.

We’re trying to execute and get the kids open in space, which creates many opportunities for big plays.”

Reyes insisted, “We’re determined to win; how we attack depends on how opposing defenses are set up and what would be most effective in defeating them… It also depends

on the offensive talent we happen to have…We will find our strength and find out what we can do best.”

The new Rattler offensive mastermind declared that “we’re adding some tweaks that hopefully will make the running game for Rio more productive and explosive…It looks like we have a good offensive line, so we want to utilize it. We will be attacking frequently from the spread. We do plan to throw the ball frequently.” Reyes stressed, “I believe in teaching our kids to represent their high school and their community in the right way.

We want kids to be good citizens and grow up to be leaders of their families, and to be extremely high character individuals. We intend to coach the kids in the right way and do everything possible to maximize their success on and off the field…You can tell that people in Rio have a lot of pride in the program. There are a lot of Rattler alumni with a deep commitment to the program.”

Reyes and his wife, Rachel, have been married for 29 years. They are the parents of one son, Kenneth, and one daughter, Joanna. They also have one granddaughter, Lela. Reyes has high hopes that the new up tempo approach as well as other offensive tweaks will mean a significantly more potent Rattler attack. He also expressed confidence that the Rattler football program will achieve much success in the next several years.

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DPS Reminds Drivers to Obey Traffic Laws, Watch Roma ISD Students Complete Summer TexPREP Program For Children As New School Year Begins As the start of the new school year approaches, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) cautions Texans to watch for children who are walking to and from school or waiting for buses. Drivers should be especially alert and careful around school buses – which make frequent stops – and always follow traffic laws regarding school buses and school zones.

“DPS is calling on drivers to do their part in keeping our children safe this school year by always obeying school zone speed limits and stopping for school buses,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw.

“Individuals who disregard the law and illegally pass stopped school buses not only face significant traffic fines, but they needlessly put children in harm’s way – and we take these violations very seriously.”

The moments when students are entering or exiting a bus can be one of the most dangerous

times during a child’s trip on a school bus. Accordingly, DPS urges drivers to slow down and pay attention in school zones, since children may unexpectedly step into a roadway without checking for oncoming traffic.

State law requires that approaching drivers stop when a bus is stopped and operating a visual signal – either red flashing lights or a stop sign. Drivers should not proceed until the school bus resumes motion; the driver is signaled by the bus driver to proceed; or the visual signal is no longer activated. A driver does not have to stop for a school bus that is operating a visual signal if it is on a highway with roadways separated by an intervening space or physical barrier. (If a highway is divided only by a left-turning lane, the roadways are not considered separated, and drivers must stop for school buses.)

Drivers who illegally pass

school buses face fines up to $1,250 for a first offense. For individuals convicted of this offense more than once, the law allows the individual’s driver license to be suspended for up to six months. (A ticket for illegally passing a school bus cannot be dismissed through defensive driving.)

By: Joe Martinez, Roma ISD Section 504/Testing Director

Roma ISD’s TexPREP Program students recently completed the Summer TexPREP Pre-Engineering Program at South Texas College. TexPREP is an intensive seven-week summer program that exposes sixth, seventh, eighth and ninth-grade students to the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) career fields.

The students attended classes from June 13 to July 28 at South Texas College’s Rio Grande City Campus. The program includes course work, team projects, class presentations, examinations, career awareness speakers, field trips and special events. The students also experienced a field trip to the Engineering Department at The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg. This is the 6th year that the program has been offered to Roma ISD students in partnership with South Texas College. Congratulations to the students for continuing to expand their knowledge throughout the summer and preparing themselves for the future! A special recognition to the STC instructors, chaperones and bus drivers who accompanied the students throughout the summer.

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We at The Pediatric Care Center have always believed that education is the key to success for all children. We are also very aware of the economic challenges placed on all of our families. So The Pediatric Care Center and our loyal sponsors have come together for the 6th successful year to give away free school supplies to serve 1000 children. It is an honor for us to have such great community backing in our endeavor to protect our communities’ future leaders.

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HPV Vaccination Trims Infection Rate; Could Prevent Cancer A new study shows a vaccination is helping children and young women avoid a common cancer-causing virus.

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, when given to preteens and young adults, can help prevent them from getting

cancer years later.

According to the study, released in Pediatrics, rates of HPV infection (for the four strains covered by the vaccine) have dropped 64 percent in girls aged 14 to 19 years since the vaccine was introduced, and rates

PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by Ochoa’s Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within thirty (30) days after date of this notice and make payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from the placing of vehicles in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Contact Juan Ochoa at 956-488-9789, 112 Old Military Rd., Garciasville, TX 78547 for information concerning vehicles.

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have fallen 34 percent for women aged 20 to 24. HPV rates went from 11.5 percent to 4.3 percent for teens and from 18.5 percent to 12.1 percent for young women.

Data on boys and young men are not yet available.

“This is an incredibly important public health improvement,” said oncologist Debra Patt, MD, of Austin, and a member of Texas Medical Association’s (TMA’s) Council on Science and Public Health. “We know that by reducing HPV infection rates, the vaccination will effectively prevent cancer from developing.”

HPV causes several types of cancer that affect men and women, including cervical, penile, and oropharyngeal (cancers of the head and neck such as throat and mouth). An HPV-related cancer is diagnosed every 20 minutes, affecting 27,000 Americans each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

“HPV is a substantial risk factor for many of the cancers we’re seeing,” said Dr. Patt, also a consultant to TMA’s Committee on Cancer. “And we usually don’t diagnose them until they are in the advanced stages and more difficult to treat, making prevention even more important.”

Texas physicians want to ensure people include an HPV vaccination as part of their cancer prevention arsenal, as the new study reaffirms.

The HPV vaccination is recommended for preteen boys and girls, aged 11 and 12 years, but can be given as early as age 9.

The sooner the better, doctors say. Dr. Patt says the vaccine provides the most benefit in children younger than 14 years of age, and the new study bears that out. “Getting the vaccination before being exposed to the HPV virus is key.”

Nonetheless, HPV vaccination also is recommended for older teens and young adults who didn’t get it when they were younger, or who didn’t complete the three-shot series. Males can get the vaccine through 21 years of age and up to age 26 if they are at high risk. Females can get vaccinated through age 26.

HPV is the most common infection in the nation spread through intimate skin-to-skin or sexual contact. Almost all (80 percent) of sexually active people will have the virus sometime in their lives. Most HPV infections will go away, but some won’t.

These are the ones that cause genital warts and cancer years or decades later.

“Knowing which teens will suffer long-term effects from HPV is unpredictable when they’re young and able to benefit most from vaccination,” said Dr. Patt. “So having everyone get vaccinated to prevent the HPV infection is the best way to avoid the cancer.”

Almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV, the most common cancer caused by the virus. HPV also causes more than 90 percent of anal cancers and nearly three-quarters of vaginal and back-of-the-throat cancers, according to CDC. Dr. Patt says doctors are seeing an increase in head and neck cancers.

The HPV vaccine requires three shots over a six-month period. HPV vaccines have

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been available since 2006, but a new version, the HPV9 vaccine, provides even more protection because it covers nine strains of the virus that cause the most cancers. People should choose among these vaccine options with their physician.

Paying for the vaccine shouldn’t be a barrier. Most insurance companies, the Texas Vaccines for Children Program, and the Adult Safety Net program pay for HPV vaccine.

The Texas Department of State Health Services created the Adult Safety Net to make vaccinations available to uninsured adults.

“People suffer, and some die from the cancers caused by HPV,” said Dr. Patt. “To know many of my patients could have prevented their cancer with a few shots compels me to continue to spread this message. I want to give parents an opportunity to help their children avoid cancer with preventive vaccination.”

TMA has published an infographic and fact sheet about the importance of HPV vaccination, both in English and Spanish.

TMA is the largest state medical society in the nation, representing more than 48,000 physician and medical student members.

TMA’s key objective since 1853 is to improve the health of all Texans. TMA actively works to improve immunization rates in Texas through its Be Wise — ImmunizeSM program. Be Wise works with local communities to give free and low-cost shots to Texans, and educate people about the importance of vaccination.

More than 300,000 shots have been given to Texas children, adolescents, and adults through the Be Wise program since 2004.

More than 4 in 10 people who begin drinking at age 15 eventually become alcoholics.

In the United States, more than 5,000 people under the age of 21 die each year from injuries caused by Underage Drinking!

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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FAIR HOUSING IT’S THE LAW

To promote fair housing practices, the South Texas Development Council encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s toll-free hotline at 1-800-6699777, or visit their website at: http://www.hud.gov

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Para promover prácticas de vivienda justa, el Consejo de Desarrollo del Sur de Texas anima a los propietarios e inquilinos potenciales a ser conscientes de sus derechos bajo la Ley Nacional de Vivienda Justa. Título VIII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1968, según enmendada, prohíbe la discriminación contra cualquier persona por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, discapacidad, situación familiar u origen nacional en la venta o la renta de unidades en el mercado de viviendas. Para obtener más información sobre la equidad de vivienda o para informar sobre la posible discriminación de vivienda justa, llame a la línea telefónica gratuita del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano al 1-800-6699777, o visite su página de internet en: http://www.hud.gov

Aptus Therapy Services Celebrates 20 Years of Business

Aptus Therapy Services celebrated 20 years of outstanding service to Rio Grande City. “We are very happy, humble and thankful to the Rio Grande City community and to the valley. The people of Rio Grande City are very warm and inviting to our staff and we hope to continue to provide quality care for years to come,” said Martha Houghton, LPT, owner of Aptus Therapy Service. Aptus first opened its doors in Edinburg in 1996 and soon after, expanded to Rio Grande City. “Congratulations to the entire Aptus team on reaching this milestone. We appreciate the commitment Aptus has placed in Rio Grande City and applaud their continued efforts in helping their patients reach their highest potential. We wish you continued success,” said Dalinda Guillen, EDC Executive Director. For more information about the Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation, visit www.rgcedc.org or call (956) 487-3476.

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TxDOT Urges Drivers To Plan For A Sober Ride Leading Up To Labor Day Holiday H-E-B Invites Texans To Shed Pounds, Gain Dollars ‘Plan While You Can’ Campaign aims to reduce crashes, save lives during holiday weekend

As celebrations are finalized to mark the last days of summer, the Texas Department of Transportation urges drivers to make a plan leading up to the Labor Day holiday — a plan for a safe and sober ride home.

“Drinking and driving remains a big problem in Texas,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “If you plan to drink,

you must plan ahead for a safe and sober ride home. It’s a plan that could save a family — even your own — from the heartbreak of losing a loved one.”

TxDOT’s “Plan While You Can” campaign kicked off today in San Antonio and runs through September 5 to coincide with Labor Day and increased DWI enforcement in Texas. During

the Labor Day holiday period in 2015, there were 359 alcoholrelated crashes that led to 12 fatalities and 36 serious injuries.

The campaign is a multi-city tour featuring an interactive dodgeball game that uses gaming technology to educate the public about the effects of alcohol on a person’s reflexes. As participants play, virtual drinks are added and

City of Rio Grande City Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 7215419 Advertisement and Invitation for Bids (To be Published on August 17st & August 24th, 2016) The City of Rio Grande City will receive bids for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 7215419 for Street Paving Improvements until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday the 31St of August, 2016 at City of Rio Grande, City Hall (5332 E. U.S. Hwy. 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582). The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday the 31st of August, 2016 at the City’s Council Room, 5332 E. U.S. Hwy. 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582.

The project will consist of: The Paving Improvements of Morlen Dr., Lucien Ln., and Gabilan St. Bids are invited for, but are not limited to, the items and approximate quantities as follows: 1. 12,309 SY of 11/2 in. of HMAC 2. 14,695 SY of 6in. Subgrade & 8in. Caliche Flex Base 3. 4,289 LF of Curb & Gutter 4. 474 LF of 18” ADS pipe and 4 grated inlets.

The project shall be a complete and operational system capable of providing the functions intended. Plans, specifications, and contract documents may be viewed at the City of Rio Grande City. located at 5332 E. U.S. Highway 83., Rio Grande City, Texas during normal business days or may be obtained by interested parties for Fifty Dollars ($50.00), non-refundable, per set or copy, by contacting Rio Delta Engineering, 309 N. Corpus St. Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, or by calling (956) 263-1041 or requests by facsimile can be made to Rio Delta Engineering by calling at (956) 236-1112.

A pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 25th, 2016 at the Rio Grande City Commission Chamber, City Hall at 5332 E. U.S. Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Texas. All prospective bidders are encouraged to attend.

A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety is required with each bid for those contracts that exceed $25,000. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Rio Grande City or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond.

The City of Rio Grande City reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding.

Bids may be held by City of Rio Grande for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidders’ qualifications prior to the contract award.

City of Rio Grande City By: Lyzette Peña, Executive Secretary Date: August 15, 2016 All contractors and/or subcontractors who are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation on federal assistance programs may not undertake any activity in part or in full under this project.

All contractors/subcontractors must be enrolled in SAM.gov and shall have a DUNS number.

the players’ on-screen avatars become less able to dodge incoming “dodgeballs.” The game demonstrates how even one drink can slow reaction times.

As always, TxDOT strongly encourages everyone to plan for a sober ride before going out.

In addition to potentially life threatening crashes, drivers under the influence of alcohol could face up to $17,000 in fines and fees, jail time and loss of their driver’s license. Visit SoberRides.org to find alternatives to drinking and driving, such as: · Calling a taxi or using a transportation app on your smartphone. · Using mass transit. · Asking a sober friend or family member for a ride home. · Stay where you are and spend the night.

In 2017 Slim Down Showdown Competition Ready to take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle?

H-E-B is inviting Texans to apply for the 2017 H-E-B Slim Down Showdown, a lifechanging journey toward a healthier body and a new outlook on life. Now in its seventh year, the competition is open to H-E-B Partners (employees) and community members.

New this year, four contestants will have the chance to win a $10,000 grand prize. One male and female contestant in each of the Community and Partner categories will be selected as winners.

Community members age 18 and older who live within 50 miles of any H-E-B store in Texas can apply, including family of H-E-B Partners (employees) who do not reside in the same household. Applications are accepted online now through September 16, 2016. The contest begins January 2017.

H-E-B will select 28 people (14 community members and 14 Partners) from around the

state to compete in the 12week contest. Contestants will be notified in December and announced publicly in January 2017. Winners will be crowned in April 2017 during a grand finale celebration in San Antonio.

Applications, rules and FAQs can be found online at Heb.com/ slimdown.

When the Showdown begins, all contestants will travel to San Antonio to participate in an intensive week-long fitness and nutrition training where they will receive personalized instruction from a host of experts on cooking, meal planning, exercise and other essential behaviors needed to implement a healthier lifestyle.

Upon returning home, contestants will receive coaching and support from H-E-B Registered Dietitians, health coaches and past contestants who have successfully adopted a healthy lifestyle and can act as a support system throughout the competition.

All contestants must be willing to share their journey and inspire others by blogging about their experience and participating in H-E-B Community Challenge events in their hometown.

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Congrats Roma High Crossing Disciplines Conference 4th Edition - STC Starr Psych Club Thursday, July 28, 2016, the Counselor Eva Garza! On Starr County Campus Psychology

Club of South Texas College hosted Crossing Disciplines Conference 4th Edition “Into the TV Journalism Field” at the STC Starr County Campus Auditorium. Crossing Disciplines is a major signature event sponsored by the Starr Psych Club. Crossing Disciplines explores different careers/fields with guest speakers who specialize in those areas, since some of our members are non-psych majors and the event is always open to the entire community. Even the psych majors can benefit from learning about the different fields, for a possible second major and/or minor, or just for knowledge-sake. In the first edition, we had a Dr. Leo Lopez III from Rio Grande City as the guest speaker; actor Oscar Gutierrez II from San Juan spoke to the students in the second edition; Boxing World Champion from Weslaco Omar Panterita Figueroa Jr. spoke during the 3rd edition earlier this summer. For this 4th Edition, Marcy Martinez, CBS Action 4 News Television Host and Producer, served as Guest Speaker. Marcy elaborated on her career and how she made it to where she is now—sharing her obstacles, achievements, motivation, future goals, and tied in how she uses psychology in her profession—inspiring Congratulations to Eva Garza, who was selected as a top counselor the over 100 students who were in attendance—including some STC Faculty and Staff and community leaders. At the end, there was a Question and

by Texas A&M University for all the help she gives to our students Answer Session by the Audience as well as a Meet & Greet Session, where attendees took pictures with Marcy Martinez. Mr. Alex Sarabia (STC at Roma ISD! She was honored for her commitment to student Psychology Instructor) served as Moderator and introduced Dr. Arturo Montiel (STC Starr County Campus Administrator), for opening remarks. Eli and Alex Sarabia, as well as the entire Starr Psych Club, would like to thank everyone who contributed in making this event successful and memorable. excellence at the Roma ISD June School Board Meeting.

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AUGUST 24, 2016 SECTION II, PAGE 1

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

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Picture Dated in 1957, We would like to know what event this was or the place. Any information please Call 956-500-1258.

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STEERS AVER-HIGH

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1.63 - 1.98 1.52 - 1.79 1.45 - 1.76 1.31 - 1.45 1.18 - 1.39 1.16 - 1.23

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

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TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 262

COMMENTS & NEWS

Prices were steady to lower in the lighter weights both on steers and heifers.

The local rains should have an effect on the upcoming weeks prices, for the better as most of our buffel grass pastures will be making a quick comeback. Make plans to attend the Special Beefmaster Sale on August 27, 2016. Excellent registered cattle will be selling. Take advantage of the opportunity to buy some good cattle. Cattle will be arriving and will be available for viewing as of August 26, 2016. See you at R-Y Livestock.

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Apply In Person at: Falcon Lake Nursing Home 200 Carla Street, Zapata, Texas Equal Opportunity Employer

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RN’s, LVN’s and Home Health Aide and ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PROVIDERS Valley-wide Starr, Zapata, Cameron and Willacy Counties

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JOB OPENINGS AfďŹ rmative Action Employer STEWC is an EEO, M/F/

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SAN ROBERTO APTS. Spacious carpeted 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 24, 2016, SECTION II, PAGE 3

Fleas are tiny but demand our attention!

There are over t w o hundred species of fleas in the U.S. There are, for example, distinct dog, cat, moorhen, and even human flea species. Due to space limitations, I’ll lump them and just comment on the characteristics they share. Please, however, keep in mind that there are variations that separate the species.

Evolution has produced a group of species quite well adapted to their niche in life: on the skin of various mammals and birds.

Fleas are tiny insects, 1/16 to 1/8 inch long, so they’re hard to see and remove. Their bodies are compressed from side to side to facilitate movement between the hairs of their hosts.

Adult flea mouths have no mandibles, that is, no chewing mouth parts. Instead, they’re adapted for piercing skin and sucking blood.

The usually dark body, covered with an exoskeleton of scales called sclerites, is so tough you can’t kill them by just squeezing them between your fingers.

Like typical insects their life cycle involves complete metamorphosis. That is, they have egg, larval, pupal, adult stages. The larvae eat bits of organic matter. The adults only suck blood but can go months without nourishment.

Their potential life span of one and one-half years is usually only 2 or 3 months.

A female flea, in that time, may lay as many as 5,000 eggs!

Given the life expectancy at each stage of their metamorphic cycle, that means that, at any given time, 50% will be eggs, 35% will be larvae, 10% pupae, and 5% adults. You can see that ridding a pet of adult fleas doesn’t solve a flea problem. Fortunately, there are somewhat pricey but effective medications on the market.

Fleas have been around for eons and are here to stay. They’re interesting and well adapted; we need to learn to live with them.

Fleas have evolved to have no wings but, needing to escape from threats, their long, hind legs have developed for jumping.

They can jump vertically 7 inches or horizontally 13 inches.

(A human with a proportionate ability could jump 160 feet up or 295 feet away. What a wonderful basketball or football player!)

Their legs have claws suited to grasping a host and hanging on and, unlike most insects, their eyes are simple not compound.

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