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Starr County Judge Eloy Vera and Commissioners Proclaim September 2016 as Suicide Prevention Month A proclamation was signed to help bring awareness in our communities that suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for 15-24 year olds and is the 10th leading cause of death for people of all ages in the United States. In 2014 five (5) people died by suicide in Starr County. The wellbeing of all residents is of the utmost importance Veterans Middle School Congratulates their VMS Cross Country Team to Judge Vera and he commends the individuals who work diligently to provide assistance, guidance and for receiving 1st Place in the 7th Grade and 8th Grade Girls Divisions at safety during difficult times. (County of Starr Public Relations Office) the Cross Country Meet held in La Grulla on Saturday, September 17, 2016! This is the second week in a row that the VMS 7th and 8th Grade Girls have received 1st Place!

VMS, page 3 Rio Grande City CISD has been busy with several renovation projects throughout the district. The District has initiated projects with brand new state of the art playground equipment at all the Roma ISD is excited elementary campuses. The installation of a new air condition system to announce that its chiller at Grulla Elementary will keep the climate in the buildings campuses earned 40 cool and comfortable. The District has also initiated efforts to distinction designations replace, renew, and restore the roof canopy of Building 1 inside from the Texas Education Fort Ringgold which is part of the Revive Fort Ringgold campaign.

Agency for STAAR According to Mr. Jorge Recio, Chief Financial Officer, many testing and academic other projects are forthcoming in the near future such as the repaving of the streets at Fort Ringgold and performance during the other district campuses. Several portable buildings will be repaired and renovated for operational use within 2015-2016 school year! the district. Child Nutrition Services Department also has numerous endeavors/ renovations planned, such Way to go Gladiator Nation!! These results RGCCISD, page 3 continue to solidify Roma ISD as one of the top academic performing school districts in the Valley and state. Distinction designations are awarded in recognition of outstanding achievement in academic areas in addition to those evaluated under state accountability.

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Ringgold Elementary ParaProfessionals attended an IPT Online Training on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the Ringgold Elementary computer lab. The IDEA Proficiency Test, best known by the acronym IPT, measures the language proficiency of pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade students in English and Spanish. This indicator is being implemented across the district and will be strictly online.

The para-educators, teachers, and administrators that will be administering the test must get trained in order to implement the test. The inservice was conducted by Mr. Carlos Longoria, Facilitator at Ringgold Elementary and Jessica S. Teran- Saenz, Ringgold Elementary Counselor. Pictured Sitting L to R are: Becky Cantu, Anna Bazan, Linda Canales, Helen Vargas, Sandra Garza, and Belinda Longoria. Standing L to R are: Mr. Carlos Longoria, Ringgold Elementary Facilitator and Ruben Teran. Not Pictured: Mrs. Jessica Teran-Saenz, Ringgold Elementary Counselor.

On Thursday, September 1, 2016, North Grammar Elementary students from Pre-K to 5th grade received much needed school-supply packs from the Pizza Hut Corporation. Ms. Audelia Seale, known to everyone as Chambi, and her crew graciously took time from their hectic schedules to personally deliver a pack to each appreciative Continue from Front Page Longhorn. North Grammar Elementary was one of several schools throughout the district to receive such a A big congratulations is also 7th Grade Boys Division: working daily with these VMS generous and thoughtful donation. North Grammar Elementary students, staff, and administration would like extended to the VMS 7th Grade Fabian Chapa – 1st Place, Alan students. Keep up the outstanding to THANK the Pizza Hut Corporation, and our local Pizza Hut crew for their continued support of the students Boys for receiving 2nd Place in Garcia – 4th Place, Porfirio Uribe work! in our community. their division.

– 7th Place, Aryan Carmona – VMS would also like to 12th Place, and Adrian Martinez recognize and congratulate the 4 – 14th Place.

Individual Champions from this 8th Grade Girls Division: Sara competition: Destiny Gonzalez Cantu – 1st Place, Alejandra Pena (7th Grade Girls), Fabian Chapa – 4th Place, Elizabeth Gonzalez (7th Grade Boys), Sara Cantu (8th – 5th Place, Susie Baray – 10th This month marks your Grade Girls) and Eden Barrera Place, Gladys Garza – 11th Place, 25th year with Molina (8th Grade Boys).

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as refreshing cafeteria dining rooms and upgrading kitchen areas by installing state of the art equipment to better assist our cafeteria employees.

The RGCCISD Board of Trustees strives to continue to provide our students a comfortable atmosphere that is conducive to learning and to their academic success. In approving these numerous projects, the Board has made available many resources for the academic achievements of our students.

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that we are working on and we appreciate all their help in these endeavors,” said Mr. Alfredo Garcia, Interim Superintendent.

“The RGCCISD Board of Trustees, administration and staff are working together to assure that our students continue to succeed and that we provide them with the tools necessary to help them reach their goals.”

Rio Grande City CISD looks forward to all the completed projects and are especially excited in providing newly paved streets at Fort Ringgold for our students, staff and community to enjoy!

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WEDNESDAY SEPT. 28TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †MARIA EMMA DREUMONT

by Silvestre & Alma Gloria Gonzalez POR LA SALUD ISAAC GARZA by Family †SANTOS R. SOLIS (10TH AN.)

by Wife & Daughters †ELIGIO VALDEZ by Familia Valdez THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 29TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †LEONOR S. GONZALEZ (6TH AN.)

by Her Son & Daughters FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF

†ANTONIETTE “TOÑITA” GONZALEZ (3RD AN.) by Chacon Family †JUAN GABRIEL by Chacon Family †ELIGIO VALDEZ by Familia Valdez

SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †NORA SILVIA DAVILA (2ND AN.)

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SATURDAY OCTOBER 1ST - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †RENE R. RAMIREZ (17TH AN.)

by Ramirez Ramily †DANA RAMIREZ (2ND AN.)

by Ramirez Family †ROBERTO A. RAMIREZ

by Ramirez Family †NORMA E. SANCHEZ

by Maria G. Salinas †AMBROCIO ACEVEDO (19TH AN.)

by His Wife & Family

SUNDAY OCTOBER 2ND - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †ANGIOLINA PURA GUERRA

by Amanda Solis & Family †AZUCENA GUERRA by Family †JUAN GALVAN (10TH AN.)

by Family †JOEL SALINAS by Family

6:00 P.M. †GERONIMO LOPEZ by Mary B. Lopez †AGUSTINA GUTIERREZ (AN.)

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Aceptar la voluntad de Dios es la plegaria mas hermosa que puede nacer de un corazón que sufre. El gran consuelo que nos queda es la esperanza de que Dios los ha recibido en el seno de su misericordia Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary y que algún día nos reuniremos con ellos. held a staff meeting on Thursday, September 15, 2016 in order to inform the teachers of the different organizations and programs En Memoria De available to them.

Mrs. Mari Contreras from Student Services spoke to the 10-22-1968 † 10-06-2014 teachers about workers comp and Nos dejaste el regalo más bonito, el amor de tu hermoso corazón. Con ternura y con about safety in the classrooms. fuerza recibiste el llamado de Dios con Mrs. Elma Compean, Counselor

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for the Special Ed. Department, spoke to the staff about School wide Positive behavior intervention and support modules.

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El Señor es mi pastor, nada me falta. Me hace descansar en verdes pastos, me guía a arroyos de tranquilas aguas, me da nuevas fuerzas y me lleva por caminos rectos haciendo honor a su nombre.

Aunque pase por el más oscuro de los valles, no temeré peligro alguno, porque tú, Señor, estás conmigo; tu vara y tu cayado me inspiran confianza. Me has preparado un banquete ante los ojos de mis enemigos; has vertido perfume sobre mi cabeza y has llenado mi copa a rebosar. Tu bondad y tu amor me acompañan a lo largo de mis días, y en tu casa, oh Señor, por siempre viviré.

Agradecemos a todas las personas que nos acompañaron en nuestro dolor por la irreparable perdida de nuestro querido esposo, padre, abuelo y hermano Señor Ronel Rosas (Q.E.P.D.) Agradecemos las muestras de condolencias que a través de tarjetas, flores, comida, llamadas telefónicas y con acto de presencia hicieron llegar por el sentido fallecimiento de nuestro ser querido. !GRACIAS¡

Familia Rosas-Saenz Su esposa Maria S. Rosas, hijos Nery, Norma, Nelda, Efrain, Ronel Jr., Rolando, nietos y demás familiares.

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Joel F. Salinas We, the family of the greatly missed Joel F. Salinas, would like to take this moment to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude for all those--friends and family alike--who offered their sympathy, prayers, love and cherished memories of our beloved father, treasured husband, benevolent brother and loving son.

A special thank you is in order for all those who �illed Sanchez Funeral Home with beautiful �lowers and considerate platters during our time of immense grief, as well as to Sonata Sanchez and Fr. Thomas W. Sepulveda--both of whom offered words of comfort and assistance which guided us through our terrible loss.

Finally, words cannot express how truly remarkable it was to witness the Starr County community and staff of Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District come together to honor and salute Joel F. Salinas, as his procession passed Fort Ringgold to �inally lay his body at rest within the serene grounds of Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery.

These simple words of thanks may not be enough to encompass all that we feel during this disheartening time, but together--in unity and spirit--we will do all we can to serve the memory of Joel F. Salinas--who served his country and community with no reservations--with honor and unconditional love...and so, with heavy hearts and much respect we, the Salinas family, thank you.

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He basks amid the sunlight Fading into the West His spirit lies within us – The lives on earth he blessed We’ll hold each gentle memory We extend sincere thanks and appreciation for your presence, prayers, In our hearts, evermore and expressions of sympathy that were Until our Texas cowboy showered on us during a difficult time. Greets us at Heaven’s Door

As faithful servant to others, Raul’s loss was felt by many. He was an exceptional A cowboy rides with Jesus husband, son, brother, uncle, godfather, Our Father called him Home To rest within His Kingdom – teacher, and friend.

In keeping with his dedication to student success, a scholarship* has been established that will serve to inspire local youth to pursue their education.

A wondrous place to roam We will always remember Our cowboy, Raul, with the highest of acclaim For with strength, love and compassion He led by example, in God’s Holy name.

Viola L. Hinojosa Hinojosa/Leal Families

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Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Students of First Fifth Weeks

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary 3rd- Ramiro Lopez, would like to congratulate the Alisson Alejo, and Students of the Week for the first Reynaldo Mares. fifth weeks of school.

Students of the Week are: (Week 1) Pre-Kinder- Daphne Flores, Kinder- Braelyn Mata, 1st- Cecilia Martinez, 2nd- Jorge Alvarez, 3rd- Mariana Perez, 4th- Jocelyn Hernandez, and 5thDaniela Lopez.

(Week 2) Pre-Kinder- Isaac Lara, Kinder- Aidric Elizondo, 1st- Luis Gonzalez, 2nd- Amber Garza, 3rd- Joe Selvera, 4thDerek Garcia, and 5th- Javier Rodriguez.

(Week 3) Pre_Kinder- Yarely Villarreal, Kinder- Gael Rios, 1st Edward Beltran, 2nd- Leonel Garza, 3rd- Gabriel Lopez, 4thYaritza Huerta, and 5th-Milagros Herrera.

(Week 4) Pre-Kinder- Gregorio Martinez, KinderAydden Trevino, 1st- Judy Barrera, 2nd- Jesus Carlos Zuniga, 3rdSamantha Munoz, 4th- Nathaniel Villarreal, and 5th- Gilberto Gonzalez.

(Week 5) Pre-K- Austin Garza, KinderMakayla Gonzalez, 1stJimmy Aragon, 2nd- Chrissy Espino,

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Roque Guerra Celebrates Grandparent’s Day

Roque Guerra Jr., Elementary is very thankful to all the grandparents that came to celebrate grandparents’ day with their grandchildren, on Friday, September 9, 2016. Grandparents’ were able to bond with their grandchildren and spend quality time with them as they worked on different activities in their classrooms.

ACE PROGRAM CHALUPA

ACE (After School Centers in Education) Program at Grulla High School celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month.

The ACE program recently held a Chalupa Bingo for all the Community of La Grulla. The Grand Event was held Monday, September 19, 2016 at the Grulla High School Cafeteria from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The welcome was given by Ms. Gracie Naranjo, Assistant Principal for GHS. She emphasized to the parents, in the audience present, the importance of students attending school every day, the importance of the STAAR test and the importance of being proud of their Hispanic heritage and passing on their traditions and customs. Parents were engaged sitting and playing the traditional Bingo cards with their children. A synopsis of the Ace program was given by Mrs. Maribel Villarreal- GHS staff member and by Mrs. Martha S. Barrera, parent. The Chalupa Cards were called out by Mr. Salvador Hernandez, Jr. The event deemed very successful with over 150 parents in attendance. The parents were given the opportunity to win door prizes they could use at home.

A big thank you to all the volunteers that made this a successful community affair. The ACE grant would like to invite all GMS parents and the Grulla community to their upcoming family engagement activity that will be held this Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at the Grulla Middle School Cafeteria from 4:30- 6:00 p.m.

The Grulla community and Grulla Middle School ACE parents are invited to attend the Chalupa Bingo to be held This Wednesday! Don’t miss this great community event. If you should have any questions please call the Federal Programs office to 956-716-6962.

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I AM NOT U.S.S. Restore I AM NOT Team Change I AM NOT a Politician I AM NOT responsible for over 20 years of mismanagement of The RGCCISD, despite what some are trying to make you believe.

I AM

• A health care provider with over 20 years of experience in the compassionate care of children.

• A successful business women that has built from the ground up, three clinics that employs over 45 members of our community.

• A humble and dedicated individual that makes community service a priority.

• Dedicated to making sure that the safety of our kids is of the upmost importance.

• Not afraid to fight for the necessary improvements that our school district needs and our children deserve.

DARIA “DR. B” BABINEAUX Place 4

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YO NO SOY U.S.S. Restore YO NO SOY Team Change YO NO SOY la responsable del mal manejo de RGCCISD, a pesar de que quieran hacerlo creer.

YO SOY

• Una proveedora del cuidado de la salud con más de 20 años de experiencia en el cuidado de niños y realizó mi trabajo con compasión.

• Una mujer de negocios exitosa que construyó con trabajo, tres clínicas que ahora han generado empleos para 45 miembros de la comunidad.

• Una persona humilde y dedicada que considera el servicio a la comunidad una prioridad.

• Una persona enfocada en asegurar que la seguridad de nuestros niños será la más importante.

• Una persona que no tiene miedo, que estoy dispuesta a luchar para conseguir el mejoramiento que nuestro distrito escolar necesita y que nuestros niños merecen.

DARIA “DR. B” BABINEAUX Place 4

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Ringgold Elementary Hosted Grandparents’ Day

Grandparents’ Day was celebrated in many ways across the district.

Ringgold Elementary is very thankful to all the grandparents that came to have breakfast with their grandchildren, on Friday, September 9, 2016. Grandparents’ were able to bond with their grandchildren and spend quality time with them as they conversed about what they do in school on a daily basis.

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By RGC Mayor’s Men’s Prayer Breakfasts Committee The first monthly “RGC Mayor’s Men’s Prayer Breakfast” will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at the Workforce Building of STC’s Starr County Campus, from 6:30 a.m., to 7:00 a.m. The main purpose of the RGC Mayor’s Men’s Prayer Breakfasts is to strengthen the impact of men of all denominations and walks of life in our community through faith and prayer, and to invite them to an environment of fellowship and encouragement that promotes personal responsibility for learning, living and leading better lives.Mayor Joel Villarreal stated: “A Call to All Men is a movement that will inspire, motive and energize men to lead better lives for the betterment of our families and

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This is ecumenical cooperation at its very best! The mayor will be extended the courtesy and opportunity at every monthly

Prayer Breakfast to briefly present information of interest to everyone concerning one positive endeavor that is taking place in the city. This for the purpose of staying informed as citizens and to create greater pride in our city.

There will be no open discussion after the presentations. Political discussions and expressions of partisan political views are absolutely not permitted at the Prayer Breakfasts.

The Prayer Breakfasts are normally held on the second Tuesday of the month. They are held from 6:30 am to 7:00 am in order to cause the least interruption possible on the attendee’s work day. It is amazing what can be done in a well-planned 30 minutes! Coffee, juice, and tacos are provided.

These refreshments are provided by volunteers. All funding for refreshments will be provided by participants. No city funds will ever be used for the Prayer Breakfasts.

An open invitation is hereby extended to all community men for the first “RGC Mayor’s Men’s Prayer Breakfast” on October 11, 2016, at STC’s Workforce Building, Room 1.116, 6:30 am to 7:00 am. Rev. Jon Herrin, Pastor of First United Methodist Church, will bring the “Words to Live By” Message on October 11. A Deacon Candidate from the Immaculate Conception Church will bring the “Words to Live By” message on November 8.

If you have any questions or if you plan on attending, call one of the following numbers: (956) 735-1379, (956) 778-7677, (210) 488-2500.

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Roque Guerra Jr., Elementary Celebrates 16 De Septiembre 45th Annual Leo Najo Day Event Vicente Estevis, President of the Leo Najo Day Organization, stated that the 2016 celebration will be held on Saturday, October 1st, 2016 at the Mission Community Center beginning at 9:00 a.m. and the ceremonies will start at 11:00 a.m.

This the 45th annual event honors the memory of one of the greatest baseball players in the history of baseball in the Rio Grande Valley, the USA, and Mexico. It is also a memorable event for old time baseball players who are inducted into the “Leo Najo Hall of Fame.”

The 2016 Hall of Fame honorees include: 1. J.J. Avila, Edinburg, 2.

Pete Bazan, Pharr, 3. John C. Lerma, Rio Grande City, 4.

Ricardo Lopez, Rio Grande City, 5. Arturo G. Rodriguez, Donna, 6. Rigoberto Rodriguez,

Mission, and 7. D. Joe Williams, McAllen. Special Recognition: 1. Guadalupe G. Garcia, Los Fresnos, 2. Mario Garza, Mission, 3. Angel Macias, Monterrey, Mexico, 4. Jose Pepe Maiz, Monterrey, Mexico, 5. Frank Maldonado, Brownsville, 6. Joe Pompa, Mission, and 7. Mary Caridad de Romney, Monterrey, Mexico.

Estevis added that each year

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Starr County Fair Sets Theme/Logo Contest

The Starr County Fair Association is announcing our annual theme / logo contest for students! We are accepting entries for our theme and logo contests for the 2017 fair.

Students from 1st through 12th grade who attend school in or reside in Starr County can enter in either (or both) categories. A winner will be chosen in each category and will receive a $100 cash prize, along with two 3-day passes to the fair. The entry can have both a theme and a logo incorporated together (and will compete in both categories) or can be just a theme or just a logo. We look forward to seeing the creativity of our local students! Please submit entries to starrcountyfair@aol.com, inbox them to the Starr County Fair page on Facebook, or drop them off at the law office of Lori Peterson Perez, 400 N. Britton Avenue, on or before Tuesday, November 2, 2016, at 5:00 p.m.

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Parents, students, teachers, and staff collaborated to help Roque Guerra Jr, Elementary celebrate 16 de septiembre and Mexican Heritage Month. Teachers diligently planned instructional lessons that allowed students to explore the history, traditions, customs and festivities that take place throughout the years.

Roque Guerra Jr. Elementary administration would like to thank all staff, teachers, students, and parents that made this event a great success. GOOO COLTS!

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“we have old timers at our celebration from various parts of the USA and Mexico.”

Everyone is invited at no charge.

Brisket plates and refreshments may be purchased.

Mrs. Leo Najo and other family members will be there to participate in the celebration.

For more information you may contact Vicente Estevis by phone at 956-381-4844.

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Veterans Middle School Rattler Readers Club 2nd Annual Starr County Campus Psychology

The library at Veterans Middle School is buzzing with many young readers who are eager to join the Rattler Readers Book Club this school year! VMS students from 6th, 7th, and 8th grades recently signed up to become Rattler Readers and met at the library on September 15, 2016 to initiate the first book club meeting. These readers were happy to get their hands on their books so that they could start reading and be ready to discuss the novels at their next book club meeting. Novels that will be read this six weeks are award winning books and written by New York Times bestselling authors including Ungifted by Gordon Korman, The Watsons Go To Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis, and The Tequila Worm by Viola Canales. Pictured are VMS Rattler Readers at the library.

On September 14, 2016, the 2nd Annual Starr County Campus Psychology Majors Orientation took place from 4:00-5:20 pm at the auditorium in RGC. The purpose of the orientation was to provide more information about the field of psychology to those students majoring in it who attended.

Mr. Alex Sarabia (STC Psychology Faculty) served as Master of Ceremonies and introduced Dr. Arturo Montiel (STC Starr County Campus Administrator) for Opening Remarks. Mr. Alex Sarabia

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talked about the Associate of Arts in Psychology Degree Plan and students received a copy of it.

Mrs. Rosa Gutierrez-Sarabia (STC Mathematics Department Program Assistant Chair & Faculty) was introduced to address “Math Options for Psychology Majors” on their degree plan, since Algebra is not their only option and many students aren’t aware of that.

Mr. Eli Sarabia (STC Psychology Faculty) then provided an overview of the different psychology courses offered at STC and which

Can you sing, dance, juggle, cheer, do amazing tricks, impersonate, jokes/comedy or have any other talent?

Here is your chance to show off your talent at our very own talent show at the 3rd Annual Holy Family Church Jamaica!

Date: October 15, 2016 Place: Holy Family Parish Hall Time: 6:30 Registration fee: $20 (Deadline: September 30, 2016)

For more information call Patricia Solis at (956)490-1854 Kids of all ages, teens and adults welcome (single acts and groups accepted) God told us to share our talents with others, and we should do so!

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROFESSIONAL INDEPENDENT AUDIT SERVICES The Starr County Appraisal District is seeking proposals to furnish an independent audit of the Starr County Appraisal District for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2016. The audit is to be conducted in accordance with the auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Texas State Comptroller. Please include three current references in proposals. Audit proposals should be submitted or dropped off in a sealed envelope on or before OCTOBER 14, 2016 to the following address: Starr County Appraisal District 100 N FM 3167, Ste. 300 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 956-487-5613 The Board of Directors will review all proposals submitted in a timely manner and contract will be awarded on or about October 18, 2016. If you have any questions please contact Rosalva Guerra, Chief Appraiser, at the above address and telephone.

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The students also learned about the careers in psychology, including the detailed requirements in becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)—explained by Mr. Alex Sarabia—who also provided information on scholarships and college resources.

Attendees also learned about the benefits of joining the Starr County Campus Psychology Club, with Somaiyra Salinas (Club President) and Becky Sanchez (Club Vice-President) addressing those benefits.

Dr. Ety Bischoff (STC Dean of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Division) then addressed the audience, providing Special Remarks-“A Message to Psychology Majors.”

Afterwards, Dr. Janene Israel (STC Psychology Department Interim Program Chair & Faculty) elaborated on “Great Expectations for Psychology Majors.”

Ms. Rose Benavidez (STC Board Member) provided closing remarks at the end of the orientation. There were also some door prizes (STC goodie bags with supplies), including two psychology textbooks. Over 100 students were in attendance.

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The calf market bounced back in better prices, up to $1.63 on small calves. Good News for U.S. beef producers. China has indicated they will begin accepting U.S. beef from animals under 30 months of age. We welcome back some producers that had left to try other sources.

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RGC High School Class of 1967 Reunion The Rio Grande City High School Class of 1967 Reunion Committee invites you to celebrate with all the old faces that you have missed over the last 50 years. Come and join us as we renew old friendships, reminisce about days gone by and share in life experiences both old and new.

The 50th Reunion will be held Saturday, November 5, 2016 in Rio Grande City. Price will be $30 per person.

Please contact either (956)5000610 or (956)607-1590 to make your reservation.

City of Rio Grande City

Communications Officer Rio Grande City Police Department

Job Title & Classification

Communications Officer for Rio Grande City Police Department is a full-time permanent hourly position.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited High School or GED Certificate, experience preferred not required, also a valid Texas Driver’s License. Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and maintain on-call status. Job consists of multi-task duties such as answering phone (administrative and 911 Emergency), dispatching through a 2-way radio (City Police, Fire Department, and RGCISD PD). Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test.

Salary & Compensation

Salary will be bases on experience. Benefits include retirement, health insurance, holiday, sick and vacation leave.

Deadline

Position open until filled Applications may be picked up at City Hall Valerie Brown Garza, Personnel Director 5332 E HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer

City of Rio Grande City Patrol Officer Rio Grande City Police Department Job Title & Classification Patrol Officer for Rio Grande City Police Department, Regular full-time non exempt position.

Requirements Graduate from an accredited High School or GED Certificate, experience preferred but is not required, a valid Texas Driver’s License and T.C.O.L.E. License. Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and maintain on-call status. Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test.

Physical Agility Applicants who are selected for the final employment process must be able to pass tests designed to evaluate strength, coordination, physical ability, and physical agility necessary to perform routine fire department tasks.

Medical Exam Applicants who are selected for the final employment process must pass a physical examination and preemployment drug test administered by a doctor of the City’s choice with the fee to be paid by the City.

Driver’s License Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. The driving record of applicants who are selected for the final employment process will be checked.

Background Check A background check covering previous employment and criminal record will be conducted on each applicant selected for the final employment process.

Interviews Applicants who pass the written examination and all other screening steps outlined above will receive an oral interview prior to hire by the Chief of Police, and Personnel Director.

Salary Salary will be based on experience and certifications.

Deadline Positions open until filled.

Applications may be picked up at City Hall Valerie B Garza, Personnel Director 5332 E. Hwy 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Select Driver License Offices Open Saturdays to Issue Election Identification Certificates Certificates also available at mobile stations, select county locations

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding Texans in advance of the upcoming General Election that Election Identification Certificates (EIC), which can be used for voting purposes, are available year-round at all Texas driver license offices. In an ongoing effort to ensure Texans have access to EICs, DPS is offering Saturday hours on Oct. 22 and Oct. 29 at select driver license offices to issue EICs. In addition, EIC mobile stations will be deployed to various locations across the state, and alternate approved locations are issuing EICs in select counties.

On August 10, 2016, identification requirements for voting in Texas changed. For information regarding required identification for voting in person, please visit http://www. votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/ need-id.

The 2016 General Election is Nov. 8, and early voting starts Oct. 24 and continues through Nov. 4.

Texans can obtain an EIC at: •Any of the more than 220 Texas driver license offices during regular business hours

throughout the year •Select driver license offices on Saturday, Oct. 22 and Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (EIC transactions only) •EIC mobile station locations (EIC transactions only) •Alternate approved locations issuing only EICs in select counties One form of identification that can be used for voting purposes is an EIC. You may apply for an EIC at no charge. However, if you already have any of the following forms of identification, you are not eligible for an EIC: •Texas driver license – unexpired •Texas personal identification card – unexpired •Concealed Handgun License (CHL) or License to Carry (LTC) – unexpired •U.S. passport book or card – unexpired •U.S. Military identification with photo – unexpired •U.S. Citizenship Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization with photo To apply for an EIC, applicants must visit one of the locations and complete an application for a Texas Election Identification

Certificate (DL-14C). (For the Spanish language version of the EIC application, see http://www. dps.texas.gov/internetforms/ forms/DL-14CS.pdf).

To qualify for an EIC, an applicant must: •Bring documentation to verify U.S. citizenship and Identity •Be eligible to vote in Texas (Bring a valid voter registration card or submit a voter registration application through the Texas Department of Public Safety) •Be a Texas resident •Be 17 years and 10 months or older To avoid delays or complications, DPS urges potential applicants to make sure they have the necessary documentation before arriving at the office, mobile station or

alternate approved location.

The EIC receipt an individual receives will include their photo and can be used for voting purposes until the permanent card is delivered by mail.

The EIC is free of charge to qualifying applicants and is valid for six years. There is no expiration date for an EIC for citizens 70 years of age or older.

The EIC can only be used for voting purposes and may not be used as personal identification.

For more information on the requirements and process for obtaining an EIC, please visit: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/ DriverLicense/electionID.htm.

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Job Announcement For a Public Utility Maintenance Crewman City of Rio Grande City Public Utility Department JOB TITLE & CLASSIFICATION: Public Utility Maintenance Crewman, Rio Grande City Public Utility Department, Regular Full-Time position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: General maintenance work at the Public Utility Department including apprenticeship work for meter reading. Employee must be able to work flexible hours.

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED. Applicant must have a valid Texas Drivers License (Class C) with satisfactory driving record. Applicant must be bilingual English/Spanish. Applicant must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug test.

SALARY & COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience.

Application may be picked-up at City Hall 5332 E US Hwy 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Valerie Brown-Garza, Personnel Director 956-487-0672 City of Rio Grande City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY FIREFIGHTER POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must meet the following requirements: ● Must be at least 18 years of age. ● Must have a valid driver’s license ● Must have a high school diploma or GED. ● Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection .

All applicants who are hired become probationary firefighters and must commit to the following requirements of employment: ● Ability to function through an entire 24 hour shift.

Driver’s License Applicants must posses a valid driver’s license. The driving record of applicants who are selected for the final employment process will be checked.

Background Check A background check covering previous employment and criminal record will be conducted on each applicant selected for the final employment process.

Interviews Applicants who pass the written examination and all other screening steps outlined above will receive an oral interview prior to hire by the Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, and Personnel Director.

Deadline Position open until filled Applications may be picked-up at City Hall Valerie Brown Garza, Personnel Director 5332 E. HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956/487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Announcement For a Water Treatment Plant Operator City of Rio Grande City Public Utility Department JOB TITLE & CLASSIFICATION: Water Treatment Plant Operator, Rio Grande City Public Utility Department, Full-Time permanent position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate the water treatment plant, meter reader, and general maintenance work at the Water plant. Employee must be able to work flexible hours.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED, Water Plant Operator License, and experience in the Public Utility Industry preferred. Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test.

SALARY & COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience.

Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 US Hwy 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Valerie Brown-Garza, Personnel Director 956-487-0672 City of Rio Grande City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Announcement For a Wastewater Plant Operator City of Rio Grande City Public Utility Department JOB TITLE & CLASSIFICATION: Wastewater Plant Operator, Rio Grande City Public Utility Department, Full-Time permanent position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate the wastewater treatment plant, general maintenance work at the plant.

Employee must be able to work flexible hours.

REQUIREMENTS: Wastewater Plant Operator License preferred. Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED and must pass a pre-employment drug test administered by a doctor of the City’s choice with the fee to be paid by the City. Prefer applicant with experience in the Public Utility Industry.

SALARY & COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience.

Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 E US HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Valerie Brown-Garza, Personnel Director 956/487-0672 City of Rio Grande City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Gray hawks are a Valley specialty sought after by birdwatchers Several weeks ago a hawk swooped across a trail I was hiking and landed in a tree. He sat in the tree long enough for me to get a good look through my binoculars.

However, he didn’t stay long; he was soon driven off by a groovebilled ani. The ani is a regular resident here and knows that hawks occasionally dine on eggs and nestlings.

The hawk I observed was a gray hawk. I was pleased to get such a close-up look because gray hawks are a Valley specialty.

They’re here all year but are never abundant. In the U. S. the only other place you might see them is along the southern border of Arizona in the summer.

Gray hawks are rather small, slim hawks with a wingspan of about 36 inches and a length of 17 inches. They’re considered to be a woodland hawk, like red-shouldered and broad-winged hawks, which can maneuver their way through trees in search of prey.

If you get a good look at one, you’ll notice that it’s all gray except for some yellow on the bill and legs and a tail with distinct black and white bars. The breast and upper leg feathers are finely barred. Wing and back feathers are solid gray. When in flight, the feathers of the breast, belly and under the wings are a light gray; the tips and trailing edges of the

wings are black. There’s a white rump and the bars on the tail can’t be missed.

Typical foods for gray hawks include lizards, snakes, small rodents, fish, beetles and an occasional small bird.

Nests are concealed in branches near the tops of large trees. The eggs, about 2 or 3, are plain whitish to bluish but, very rarely, may have small brownish spots. Both parents build the nest and tend the young.

I should warn you that, as a group, many hawks are difficult to identify in the field. The gray hawk is one of the easy ones.

However, you don’t need to identify them to appreciate them.

Birds of prey or raptors, as they are also called, are beneficial and delights to watch as they soar and dive for food. Enjoy them whenever you have the opportunity.

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Para mas informaciĂłn:

342-7669 • 435-4123

SE RENTA CASA

956-451-0185 APTS. FOR RENT

Part-time Position

En Escobares, Tx.

Uno en el segundo piso 3 rec., A/C, estufa y ref., incluye basura. $450 + Dep.

y Uno de 2 rec., estufa, ref., y basura. $415 + Dep.

NOW HIRING

956-966-0777

For More Information Call: 218-360-1977 Apply at STEWC OfďŹ ce 3610 W. Turtle Dr. RGC, TX

2bdrm., 1ba.

Close by North Grammar In RGC for more info. call

210-379-6607

SAN ROBERTO APTS.

Fred : 956-454-1043

Get Your Career Moving!

S Casa Blanca Apartamentos

2 recĂĄmaras, 1 baĂąo, $400 mes, $200 deposito. Estufa y Refrigerador, Aire Central/ CalefacciĂłn, Lavanderia.

1805 W. Main St., RGC

SE RENTA SOLAR PARA TRAILA Sra. Blanca Lopez

OďŹ cina:

849-1754 • 437-2872 488-0345 10 ACRE RANCHETTE FOR SALE

“RUMMAGE SALE� SPACES FOR RENT WITH TABLES INCLUDED --SUNDAY THRU THURSDAY--

HOUSE FOR SALE

www.riograndecityapartments.com

(956) 573-8613 SE RENTA 2 APARTAMENTOS

5 HALLS AVAILABLE FOR ALL TYPES OF PARTIES AND EVENTS --FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY--

HAZ TU CITA

20 AĂąos de Experiencia

Apply in person at: Family Health Center, LLP 2768 Pharmacy Rd., Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Contact Lily Soza (956) 487-5621 lsoza@fhcrio.com

Full Time: • Social Services Manager Part Time: • Executive Director • Fiscal Manager/Bookkeeper

735-7296

LECTURA DE CARTAS

573-8613

NOW HIRING Registered Nurse

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

956-424-2990

11 acres en Las Brisas Rd., Rio Grande City Para mas informaciĂłn:

Spacious carpeted 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath Walking distance from schools at San Roberto Rd. $550/Mo. with one year contract.

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

(956) 487-3996

NOW HIRING

SE VENDE RANCHITO

3 recamaras y 1 baĂąo.

5456 Guerra Street, Las Lomas $500 x mes + Dep. InformaciĂłn:

358-3451 • 735-3295 Business Phones: 487-5050 • 487-2752

For more info call:

“We are equal opportunity employer.�

Equal Opportunity Employer

RENTO CASA

For info. call or text - Cell Phones:

4 bdrm., 3 ba., 2 car garage, patio w/chimney, all fenced. GarceĂąo, Tx.

RNs and LVNs

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

(956) 844-5207 • 844-4391 2 recamaras, 1 baùo, A/C y calefacción Hernandez Rd., RGC

*Sign-on Bonus available for

Full-Time Position as a Director of Nursing No experience required.

SE RENTA

Casa de 3 recamaras, 2 baĂąos, A/C, porche, barda.

Casa de 2 recamaras, 1 baĂąo.

Se Renta Apartamento V.F.W. HALL RENTALS

Part-time janitorial help needed.

6hr per week @ $10 an hr.

For more info. call

956-490-5048 12: +,5,1*

2530 Central Palm Drive Rio Grande City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

APARTMENT FOR RENT

Cell:

437-7243 562-1791

10 acre ranchette with water and light no credit check.

Las Brisas close to FM 755.

Call Johnny for more info.

• 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!!!

MCALLEN, WESLACO, & RIO GRANDE

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

GO AHEAD MAKE THE CALL:

FOR SALE 20 FT. TEXAN TRAVEL TRAILER $6,000

Se vende 10 acres con agua y luz in Las Brisas cerca de FM 755.

Llame a Juan para mas informacion

956-966-0777

OFFICE SPACE

1-800-TRUCKING

STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the beneďŹ ts 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.

For more info. call

956-735-2483

FOR RENT

• 2000 sq. ft. available • Large community type parking lot Located in Rio Grande City, Texas West 1927 US Hwy. 83/adjacent to Diva’s Beauty Salon

For more info. call Jorge Chapa

956-533-1319

HOUSE FOR SALE REDUCED TO SELL $159,000

Large House on Cul De Sac at Pete Diaz Subdivision (behind Pizza Hut) in R.G.C. Approximately 2500 square feet living area.

5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Serious Inquiries please.

Sorry, no owner ďŹ nance.

For More info Call

956-735-1911

NOW HIRING

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

Applications available at

1300 N. 10th St. Ste. 305 McAllen, Texas 78501

Fax Resume to: 956-994-9873 or Email: withopenarmshealthcare@yahoo.com

956-994-9898 Equal Opportunity Employment

Rio Grande City High School ‘AP’ Parent Meeting

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016, SECTION II, PAGE 5

Rio Grande City High School held an AP parent meeting on September 14, 2016 at the Rio Grande City High School Cafetorium. Mr. Ricardo Saenz, Principal, Mr. Henry Cantu, Assistant Principal, and Mrs. Agueda Garza, Counselor, Spoke to the students and their parents about the different options available through the AP Program. AP Teachers were also available if parents had any questions. Rio High administration would like to thank all parents that attended the meeting. It was a great success and without parent support these programs available to the students would not be as successful as they are.

Mariachi Cascabel Celebrates Grandparents Day

Our goal is to offer children an opportunity to experience catching a “live” fish, thanks to our fishery hatchery. A portable fishing pond catch “TANK” will be assembled.

There is no participant cost for this event check out our gallery of photos at http://starr.agrilife.org/ of last year’s event.

WHEN: Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 8:00am to 11:00am. Registration begins at 7:00am till 9:00am.

WHERE: Starr County Fairgrounds 600 Block San Benito Street in Rio Grande City, TX WHO: Children ages 5 years to 14 years of age.

REQUIRED: Parent/Guardian must accompany children upon registration. No child can register without parent or guardian and complete a waiver form. DO NOT forget your towel and change of clothes.

PROVIDED: A Fishing rod & bait will be available for use, and 100 T-shirts to the first kids to register (youth large only). Some fish will be tagged, so trophies will be awarded to those lucky winners.

Kids Fishing day hopes to instill in children a deep appreciation for the sport of fishing as well as awareness and respect for conservation of the environment and its natural resources.

Mariachi Cascabel from Rio Grande City High School celebrated Grandparents Day with a live concert at the Rio Grande City Public Library on Thursday September 8, 2016.

RGCCISD Installed a New Chiller at Grulla Elementary Rio Grande City CISD recently installed a new chiller at Grulla Elementary. The campus will now have two air conditioned units to keep the climate cool and comfortable for students.

The Board of Trustees and administration work diligently to provide students the tools for their academic success.

“Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish, feed him for a lifetime.”

Registration on Site Start Time: 7:00am Medals will be awarded to participants

In conjunction with:

To view 7th Annual Kids Fishing log on: http://starr.agrilife.org/ FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL LAURA L. ROCHA (956) 500-0200 & EXTENSION OFFICE: (956) 487-2306 Event subject to change; in event of bad weather.

NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, educations, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout Texas A&M AgriLife/

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016, SECTION II, PAGE 6

1401 West Main St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 78582

Tel. 956-716-6532

Horario: Lunes 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

HUEVOS RANCHEROS HUEVOS DIVORCIADOS

HUEVOS EN SALSA DE CHICHARRÓN

HUEVOS EN SALSA DE CHORIZO

TACOS ROJOS

FLAUTAS

PIERNA

RIÑONADA

ENCHILADAS

TOSTADAS

PALETA

PECHO

ABIERTO LOS DOMINGOS

Come celebrate your birthday party, bautismos, small quinceañeras, small weddings, or a small gathering just for the heck of it.

1800 sq. ft. building, brand new tables and chairs, clean bathrooms, kitchenette with plenty of counter space, new refrigerator and sink with hot running water.

The building is totally air conditioned and has plenty of parking space.

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.

2011 CHEVY CRUZ LT

$9,995

2011 CHEVY CAMARO

$12,995

2007 GMC YUKON

$12,995

2002 AVALANCH

2012 CRYSTLER 300

2009 Chevy Traverse

$6,995

$14,995

$9,995

$8,995

$3,995

$10,995

2011 CHEVY CRUISE 2002CHEVYTRAILBLAZER

2005 GMC SIERRA

2008 JEEP COMPASS

2006 Chevy Equinox

2006 CHEVY LONGBED

2015 SPARK

$7,995

$4,995

$3,995

$11,995