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Obituary
Estela G. Solis Jan. 8, 1958 † April 20, 2022 Estela G. Solis; 64, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at her residence in Rio Grande City. Estela was born January 8, 1958, in Rio Grande City, Texas
she was one of seven children, one preceded her in death. Estela is survived by her loving son Jose Arnulfo Solis Jr. (Sylvia) and grandchildren Destiny L. Solis (†), Daphne L. Solis, and Jose Arnulfo Solis III, Sisters Estefana G. Grigspy, Eva G. Aguero (Rudy), Elva G. Perez (Salvador), Eloy Garza (Mary) and Elena G. Vargas. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2022, from 1 pm to 8 pm, with a Chapel Service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation continues on Saturday, April 30, 2022, at 8:00 a.m., a mass will be celebrated at Primera Iglesia Bautista at 10:00 a.m. Burial following to Solis Cemetery in La Victoria, Tx. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Sanchez Funeral Home in Rio Grande City.
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WEDNESDAY APRIL 27TH - I.C.C. 6:30 P.M. †SILVIA SALINAS DE RAMIREZ (3RD AN.) by Jose Antonio Ramirez Sr. & Family †DELFINO GARZA by wife Lucille Garza & Family †FELIX CASTILLO (21ST AN.) by Daughters †MANUELA RODRIGUEZ by Lydia Alderete THURSDAY APRIL 28TH – LOS GARCIAS - 6:00 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †MAYRA GARZA by Anselmo Garza & Family FRIDAY APRIL 29TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. †EDUARDO J. RAMIREZ by Mr. & Mrs. Guevara
ST. JUDE NOVENA May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. Holy Mary, Mother of Jesus, pray for us, St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. (Say this nine times a day, by the 8th day your prayer will be answered. Say it nine days, it has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised.) Thank you St. Jude.
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SUNDAY MAY 1ST – L.G. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SUNDAY MAY 1ST - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †CRUZ GARCIA by Su Esposa e Hijos SUNDAY MAY 1ST – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †CARLOS DUEÑAS by Patiño Family †DAVID H. GARZA, SR. by Florence †MARIA AMERICA GARCIA by Amanda Solis & Family SPECIAL INTENTION FOR SERRA CLUB MEMBERS by Serra Club #812 5:00 P.M. †TEODORO & MARIA DEL CARMEN (AN.) by Israel & Lupita Chapa
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Quinto Aniversario En memoria de Antonio Cantú Julio 11, 1952 – Abril 23, 2017
Dios miro tu cansancio y dolor. Y decidió tomarte en sus brazos de amor. Con lagrimas en nuestros ojos te vimos partir pero podemos saber que estas donde ya no hay mas dolor y ningún temor. Sabemos que estas en ese precioso lugar donde solo hay amor. ¡Te amamos nuestro grande hombre trabajador! Romanos 14:7-9 Porque ninguno de nosotros vive para si mismo, y ninguno muere para si mismo. Pues si vivimos, para el Señor vivimos, y si morimos, para el Señor morimos. Por tanto, ya sea que vivamos o que muramos, del Señor somos. Porque para esto Cristo murió y resucito, para ser Señor tanto de los muertos como de los vivos.
Te Amamos, Tu esposa Virginia Cantu; hijos(as) Antonio Jr. y Claudia Cantu, Henry y Alissa Cantu, JR y Vicky Urbina; nietos(as) Antonio III, Amaris Felisha, Adriel, Aili An, Idani Yzabel, Andres, Adan, Abram Cantu y So�ia Urbina
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Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Fire, Ambulance, Service Truck (FAST) Program La Grulla will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on May 12, 2022, at La Grulla City Hall located at 194 FM 2360, La Grulla, Texas, regarding the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for Community Development Fund and Community Development programs of Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) grant. The purpose of this meeting is to allow citizens an opportunity to discuss the citizen participation plan, the development of local housing and community development needs, including street and road improvements and hazard mitigation planning, the amount of TxCDBG funding available, all eligible TxCDBG activities, and the use of past TxCDBG funds. The City encourages citizens to participate in the development of TxCDBG application(s) and to make their views known at this public hearing. Citizens unable to attend this meeting may submit their views and proposals to Laura P. Solis, Mayor, at the City Hall. Persons with disabilities that wish to attend this meeting should contact the City Hall to arrange for assistance. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact the City Hall at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Para más información en español, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341.
Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Fire, Ambulance, Service Truck (FAST) Program La Grulla is giving notice of the city’s intent to submit Texas Community Development Block Grant Program grant applications for a Community Development Fund in the amount of $300,000.00 for road and street improvements in the community of La Grulla, Texas. The application is available for review at the La Grulla City Hall during regular business hours. Para obtener una copia en espanol, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341.
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The Pediatric Care Center believes that community service is at the forefront of our daily values. We also realize that our community is part of a larger world community of which we must also serve. Each year we sponsor one exceptional youth to represent our community in communities that are in need. Our goal is to make the world better while exposing a deserving youth to the world.
return home with genuine appreciation for our multi-cultural world and prepared to participate as global citizens. VISIONS projects are ambitious, and therefore challenging, gratifying and fun. You will make and meet commitments to their host communities and in response to their needs. You will spend approximately 50% of our time on projects, working until mid-afternoon on weekdays. One day a week you will be on “homebase crew”, preparing breakfast for everyone, visiting local markets to buy food for the next meals, and doing errands as part of a “day in the life”.
The World Service Corp Award is an opportunity for one youth to enroll in the Visions Services Adventures Programs ® and travel the world while helping others. Every VISIONS program undertakes a ground-up building project and several With VISIONS, you live in the heart of a host other construction initiatives. You will do community, rooted to a very new place in construction because it is a pressing ways that surpass the superficial. You come need in these communities and because to know the people whose lives you have it also teaches valuable things: technical impacted and experience the fulfillment of and problem-solving skills, efficient work service when the effort is shared. Participants habits, teamwork and self-confidence.
Rules and criteria governing this award 1. Students must be members of a minority group that is under-represented, i.e. African-American, Hispanic, Native American, and Alaskan Native. Students must be high school juniors or seniors during the 2021–2022 academic period and plan to enroll in a four-year college or university. 2. The selection of award recipients will be based on the following criteria: a) The student’s academic record, minimum GPA of 3.0. (School Transcript required) b) The student’s participation in school, and/or outside jobs, activities, community service activities as outlined in the student’s career essay. The essay must outline why the applicant wants to participate in a world community service program, what other current community service projects they have worked on and how they plan to continue to be a service to the world.(The essay must be typed and 300 word minimum). c) The student must present three letters of recommendations: 1. High School Counselor 2. High School Teacher 3.From a Community Leader, Employer, Community Service Supervisor. d) Applicant Interview with the scholarship committee 3. Individual awards for participants will cover program tuition and airline transportation. Awards will be announced by May 11th, 2022. Program dates vary but all applicants must be available June-August 2022.
Instructions for Submitting a Nomination
VISIONS teen community service program locations are in under-resourced communities around the world. They plan volunteer projects with local partners and return to the same places every year in order to meet long-term commitments. The bonds forged with local communities translate into summer programs of depth and quality. Teen volunteers accomplish impressive projects and build cultural bridges that last long after the summer ends. VISIONS students come to know the people whose lives they impact. Service sites include locations such as Alaska, British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Dominica, Ghana, Mississippi, Montana, Guadeloupe, Dominica Republic, Ecuador & Galapagos, Peru etc. For service locations visit: www.visionsserviceadventures.com
The deadline to submit this application form is May 1st, 2022 Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Home /Cell phone: ________________________/_____________________ E-mail address: ________________________________________________ High school: ___________________________________________________ Expected completion date of high school requirements: ________ / _________ Cumulative GPA / Maximum possible GPA: ________ / _________ Name of College Admitted to (if known): ___________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Check Minority Group: African-American ( ) Hispanic ( )
A complete application for the 2021-2022 Pediatric Care Center World Service Corp Scholarship will contain a copy of each of the following items:
Alaskan Native ( )
From the applicant: a) A completed Application form (this form) b) A typed Career Essay minimum 300 words outlining the following: • The student’s participation in school, and/or outside jobs, activities, community service activities. • The essay must outline why the participant wants to participate in a world community service program. • What other current community service projects they have worked on and • How they plan to continue to be of service to their community and the world c) Official transcript of high school grades d) Photo of applicant e) The student must present three Letters of Recommendations: • High School Counselor • High School Teacher • A Community Leader, Employer, Community Service Supervisor.
Check Gender:
Native American ( )
Other (describe): _______________________ Male ( )
Female ( )
Submission Instructions:
Completed applications must be postmarked on or before May 1st, 2022 Mail the completed application form (this form), career essay and the supporting documents (letters, transcript, photo, etc.) to: Dr. Daria Babineaux, World Scholarship Program The Pediatric Care Center 1673 E San Benito St. Suite D, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Call Lilia Ojeda 956-263-1387 for any questions
Congratulations to Mrs. LaGrega and her Solo Acting team!
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The Ringgold Middle School Solo Acting students team and coach, Mrs. LaGrega, have worked hard all year to prepare for the district UIL meet. Solo Acting features a single person telling a story for an audience, or in this case, judges, for the purpose of entertainment. It takes a special kind of dedication to stand before a judge, by yourself, to demonstrate your talents. RMS are proud to say that every one of these young ladies placed in the solo acting event! Congratulations!
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Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron Sweetheart Vanessa Michelle Canales
Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron is honoring Vanessa Michelle Canales as their 2022 sweetheart. Vanessa is the proud wife of Victor Canales, Jr. They have three beautiful children: Victor Canales III, Velia Marlette Canales and Vivien Leigh Canales. Vanessa is the daughter of Mrs. Cristina
Canales and the late Carlos Israel Canales of Salineno, TX. Vanessa grew up and attended high school in Roma, TX. After high school, she went on to attend the University of Texas Pan American in Edinburg, TX, and then South Texas Community College where she became a certified surgical technician. She then embarked on achieving her dream at South Texas College where she obtained her Associates Degree in Nursing. Vanessa just recently completed her Bachelors of Science in Nursing through Aspen University where she plans to continue and obtain a Masters in Nursing Education. She is currently employed with RGCGISD as the head Rio Grande City High School nurse where she cares for the largest school population of adolescents
and teenagers in Starr County. Additionally, after hours she also works with Sunglo Home Health part-time, where she enjoys taking care of her elderly patients. She also enjoys serving her community by participating in several religious activities such as being an active member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Catholic Daughters of America and other prayer groups. She enjoys assisting and supporting her children in different activities which they participate in, going from gyms where both her daughters are a part of the Varsity RGC Rattler Wrestling Team, to the ranch with their farm animals where both her girls have beef projects. Vanessa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, swimming, reading, exercising and cooking.
Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron Debutante Velia Marlette Canales
Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron proudly presents Velia Marlette Canales as the debutante at their
2022 Sweetheart Ball. She is the 17-year-old daughter of Victor and Vanessa Canales. Velia is a Senior at Rio Grande City High School and plans to further her education by attending the University of Texas A&M College Station and seek her bachelor’s degree in Poultry Science. Velia currently is Class Secretary for the 2021- 2022 senior class. Velia is also the President of her 4-H Club as well as serving as the Starr County 4-H District Council’s 1st Vice-President which she has to balance along with the duties of being a Rio Grande City Greater Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. This
past year Velia experienced a new success as her dedication to her wrestling practice was rewarded by her earning a 2nd place finish at District and thus becoming a Regional Wrestling Qualifier. Among Velia’s previous exploits are her being recognized as the National Vocal Champion at the Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza in 2017 as well as her back to back Mr. Amigo Vocal Champion titles. Velia is dedicated to serving her community by volunteering and donating as much time of herself as she is able and has been able to amass over 300 community service hours this past year.
Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron Debutante Vivien Leigh Canales
Texas Preceptor Pi Omicron proudly presents Vivien Leigh Canales as their debutante at their 2022 Sweetheart Ball. Vivien is the 16 year old daughter of Victor and Vanessa Canales. Vivien is a sophomore at Rio
Grande City High School where she participates in different activities. She is currently a member of the varsity Rio Grande City Wrestling Rattler team where she holds a leadership position and through her hard work and dedication placed 3rd in District thus becoming a Regional Wrestling Qualifier in 2021. Vivien then placed 5th at those Regionals in Austin, TX for the 2021 school year. She is also a member of the Varsity Rattler Cheerleading Squad. Vivien is an avid gymnast where all her skills are put to use in her cheerleading team. Vivien has also practiced and participated as a member of Legendary Cheer Elite for over 6 years earning multiple first place finishes in many competitions throughout the state of Texas.
Vivien also enjoys playing violin as she was a member of Mariachi Nuevo Cascabel at Rio Grande City High School. Vivien enjoys sports, singing, dancing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Vivien is also involved in Lucky Starr 4-H where she has participated since the age of 8. She has raised and shown projects such as steers, heifers, goats and her favorite, rabbits. Vivien’s hopes and dreams consist of qualifying for State during this year’s wrestling season and becoming a grand champion showman for the senior division at the Starr County Fair. Vivien plans to attend Texas A&M University at College Station where she wishes and hopes to start her pursuit of a Law Degree.
Texas Beta Theta Lambda Debutante Aylin Alee Gonzalez
Aylin Alee Gonzalez is the 17 year old daughter of Ali and Justina Gonzalez and a big sister to Aiden Michael Gonzalez of Rio Grande City, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Anna Maria Wagner and the late Michael Steven Wagner and Mr. and Mrs. Arnulfo Gonzalez. Aylin attends Rio Grande City High School where she is
currently a senior. She is an Honor Roll Student and is a member of the National Honors Society. She is a member of the Lady Rattler Varsity Track Team. She is a 4 year Rattler Varsity Cheerleader. Aylin is a member of Rio FFA and currently serving as reporter. This year she was voted FFA sweetheart. Aylin is a proud 4- H member. She is currently serving as Vaquero 4-H Club President and Starr County 4-H Council 3rd Vice President. In 2019 she was awarded the 4-H Gold Star Award. The Gold Star Award is the highest achievement award given by the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program. Aylin’s 4-H projects include raising and showing rabbits. In 2016 she won rabbit Showmanship at the Starr County Fair. One other 4-H project she is passionate about is photography. She has competed in photography events at the county and district level.
Her photo titled “Life is better at the Ranch” placed first at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and her photo was selected to participate in Toasting Texas Talent Auction. Aylin is a 4-H Healthy Texas Youth Ambassador and advocates living a healthy lifestyle. She has also served as 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassador. She also competes in Ag Product ID events in which she has placed as an individual and with her team. She is a member of the 4- H Food Challenge Team. This year her food challenge team qualified to compete at the state level at Texas 4-H Roundup in College Station. Upon graduation Aylin plans to attend Texas A&M UniversityKingsville and major in Agriculture Science. She would like to pursue a career with the department of Homeland Security as a CBP Agriculture Specialist.
Texas Alpha Chi Epsilon Sweetheart Sylvia Vela
Texas Alpha Chi Epsilon is honoring Sylvia Vela as their 2022 Sweetheart. Sylvia is the wife of Quirino Vela Jr., they have two beautiful daughters, Savannah Garcia and Violet Vela. They are also blessed with one grandson, Leon Alexander
Garcia. She is the daughter of George Garcia Jr. and Maria Garcia of Rio Grande City, Texas. She has been a member of Beta Sigma Phi International for nine years. She is a member of the 1986 graduating class of Rio Grande City High School. When in high school, she was a member of the Rattler Band and Future Homemakers of America. She was a member of the first graduating class of the University of Texas at Pan American in Edinburg, where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Health Education. In 1993 she was hired by the Edinburg School District, then in 1997 she relocated to Rio Grande City and has worked with the
RGCCISD since then, totaling 31 years in education. Sylvia loves and enjoys teaching, “Teaching impacts students in many ways. Being a positive role model to students helps them grow into strong adults.” Sylvia is an active member of Immaculate Conception Church of Rio Grande City, in which she helps out with various activities throughout the year. This year she helped organize the Children’s Christmas Posada. She believes that all things are possible if you have a strong faith in God. She enjoys traveling, gardening, exercising, cooking, and photography. She most especially loves being a mom, wife, and grandma.
Texas Preceptor Xi Omega Debutante Mia Daniela Peña
Mia Daniela Peña is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Amando Peña lll from McAllen,
TX. Mia is a junior at McAllen Memorial High School where she is in the top 10% of her class, a member of the National Honor Society, and an ambassador. She also plays on the Varsity tennis team since her freshman year. She has an older sister named Alexia Peña who attends Southern Methodist University and a younger sister named Ella Valentina Peña. She is a member of the United States Equestrian Federation and the United States Hunter and Jumper Association. She has competed in several regional equestrian competitions
where she has continually been awarded champion for over 13 years. She has trained with Grand Prix trainers, such as Patty Summers and Stephen Hayes. She is also a debutante for the 2022 Hidalgo County Cotillion. On her free time, Mia enjoys spending time with her horse, Quattrosprung. She plans to attend Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX studying pre-veterinary. Mia Daniela Peña is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Amando Peña Jr.
Texas Beta Iota PSI Debutante Melanie Arabelle Canales
Beta Iota Psi is honored to present Miss Melanie Arabelle Canales as their 2022 Debutante. Melanie Arabelle Canales is the seventeen year old daughter of Mr. Martin A. Canales III and Dr. Erica Briana Guerra. Melanie has one older sister, Meagan Alexis Canales. She is the granddaughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Dario A. Guerra of Rio Grande City, Texas and Mr. and Mrs. Martin A. Canales, Jr. of Roma, Texas. Melanie Arabelle Canales is currently a Senior at Rio Grande City High School. She is a member of the National Honor Society (NHS) and is currently taking Advanced Placement (AP) classes along with Dual Enrollment Courses at South Texas College. Melanie is ranked in the top 3% of her class. She is a member of Serving Children and Adults in Need (SCAN). Melanie was also a crew member of the RGCHS Aladdin, Jr. Theatre Arts school play. Melanie Arabelle is proud to be part of the state renowned Rio Grande City Mighty Rattler Marching Band. She is also a member of the Rio Grande City
High School Symphonic Winds Ensemble. She is currently a clarinet section leader and advanced to Region this concert season. Melanie attends Our Lady of Refuge Church in Roma, Texas and is also a member of the Junior Catholic Daughters of America. She received her Sacrament of Confirmation after completing her CCE classes. Her hobbies include listening to music, going out with her friends, painting, baking, decorating, and spending time with her family. Upon high school graduation, Melanie plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin and obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Radio-Television-Film from the Moody College of Communication.
Texas Beta Theta Iota Debutante Agueda Daniela Garza
Beta Theta Iota is honored to present Agueda Daniela Garza as their debutante. Daniela is the 16-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Garza and
sister to Andres Garza II of Rio Grande City. Daniela attended and graduated from Immaculate Conception School and is currently a junior at Rio Grande City High School. She enjoys playing the piano, spending time with her family and friends, traveling and shopping. She is an honor roll student and is ranked in the top 10% of her class. Daniela is the parliamentarian of her junior class, she is a member of the Rattlerlette Drill Team, Student Council and One Act Play Club. She is a proud member of Rio FFA and Rattler 4-H Club where she serves as VicePresident in both. Daniela has participated in the Starr County Fair and Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show where she enjoys
showing rabbits, photography, participating in AG ID Product and being a part of the Rio Starr Chefs Food Challenge Team. This summer Daniela competed in the AG ID product at State 4-H Round Up at Texas A&M University and placed 4th out of 83 contestants in the state. Daniela is a member of Girl Scout Troop 1083 since she was 5 years old. Her community service projects include visiting the elderly at Retama Manor, serving hot meals at Casa Esperanza, and donating items to the needy families and children. Upon graduation from high school Daniela plans to attend Texas A&M University-Kingsville and major in Human Nutrition and pursue a career as a dietitian.
Texas Beta Theta Lambda Sweetheart Reyna G. Guerra
Mrs. Reyna G. Guerra was named Texas Beta Theta Lambda 2022 Sweetheart. Mrs. Guerra is married to Roel Omar Guerra and they are the proud parents of Roel Omar Guerra, Jr. (Addy) from Temple, Texas and Roxanne (Anthony) from Ricardo, Texas. The Guerra’s have three (3) beautiful grandchildren; Aleyna
Olivarez, RaeAnne Olivarez and McCrae Omar Guerra. She is the daughter of Felipe and Martha Garcia from Rio Grande City, Texas. Having worked in public service for the past 30 years, Reyna is an integral part of Starr County as the Administrative Assistant to Starr County Judge Eloy Vera. She also serves as Director for the Starr County Gas and Director for the Starr County Transfer Station. Guerra serves as the President for Starr County Groundwater Conservation District Board, she is an active board member for the South Texas Development Council, and serves in multiple committees within Starr County and adjacent counties as well. Her passion is serving the public and anyone who knocks at her door is always welcomed. The Texas Beta Theta Lambda Sweetheart is a cowgirl at heart
and enjoys ranching, hunting, fencing her ranch and helping her husband raise cattle. The Guerra’s enjoy country life and spend many hours with their family at their family ranch in El Sauz, Texas where she cooks delicious meals, and makes the best Chile con Carne and Corn Bread. Reyna is the primary caretaker of her parents and enjoys spending quality time with them driving them around in the evenings enjoying the great Starr County sceneries as they relish treats such as Ice Cream and Pan Dulce. Mrs. Reyna Guerra would like to thank all of her sorority sisters for the honor of representing Texas Beta Theta Lambda as their 2022 Sweetheart!
Texas Beta Zeta Omicorn Debutante Kaitlyn Marie Ramirez
Kaitlyn Marie Ramirez is the sixteen year old daughter of Jackie and Becky Ramirez and
is a Junior at Rio Grande City High School. Kaitlyn attended Immaculate Conception School till the eighth grade where she served as a Sacristan and alter server for the Immaculate Conception Church. She is an active member of the RGC High School Student Council. Kaitlyn is part of the Lady Rattler Volleyball team for the last 3 years. Kaitlyn has helped with service projects at the Retama Manor Nursing Home for several years as part of the Girl Scout Troop 1083. Kaitlyn’s class Health Science Theory will allow her to get certified as a nursing
Texas Alpha Chi Epsilon proudly presents Violet Aileen Vela as their Deputant at their 2022 Sweetheart Ball. Violet is the sixteen year old daughter of Mr. Quirino Vela Jr. and Mrs. Sylvia Vela. She is the granddaughter of Mr. & Mrs. George Garcia Jr. Violet has one older sister,
Violet is currently taking AP classes and has been enrolled in the Dual Enrollment program since her Freshman year. She is a member of HOSA and the Powerlifting Team. She is working on her CNA certificate through her school. Violet is an active member of Immaculate Conception Church of Rio Grande City. She enjoys spending time at the ranch riding her horse and loves tending to the goats and chickens. She believes in, Everything organic and Free range. Violet also enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, shopping, and working out in her home gym. Her goal is to become a Medical Doctor and to help the people in her community.
Texas Preceptor Pi Beta Debutante Mia Maxine Resendez
Texas Preceptor Pi Beta will be proudly presenting Mia Maxine Resendez as their debutante at the 2022 Sweetheart Dance.
Mia is the beautiful, 17-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gilberto Resendez, Jr. She is the granddaughter of the late Roberto Gutierrez and Adriana Gutierrez from Rio Grande City, and Mireya Resendez and the late Gilberto Resendez from El Sauz. Mia is a senior at Rio Grande City High School where she actively participates in extracurricular activities. Mia has been a student athletic trainer for the mighty Rattlers for the past three years. She is also an active member of the Vaquero 4-H club where she has enjoyed participating in baking and photo
Texas Beta Eta Tau is honoring Catherine Rubio as their 2022 sweetheart. Catherine is a proud native of Rio Grande City and only left on a four year sojourn to attend, then, Texas A&I University. Catherine and her husband, Alfonso C. Rubio III of Austin, Texas have been married almost 33 years. They have three children, Rebeca, Alfonso IV, and Olivia. Catherine is a 1983 graduate of Rio Grande City High School. As previously mentioned, she attended Texas A&I University
assistant and medical assistant. She has also enjoyed being a youth leader for Vacation Bible School at First Baptist Church. Kaitlyn enjoys baking with her mom and grandmother and going to the ranch to hunt with her dad and two brothers. Her most memorable experience this year was helping Lino’s Pharmacy when vaccinations were first available in Starr County. Kaitlyn plans to attend Texas A&M or UTSA and major in Occupational Therapy. She would love to come back to her community and serve Starr County.
Texas Alpha Chi Epsilon Debutante Violet Aileen Vela Savannah Garcia and one nephew, Leon Alexander Garcia whom she deeply adores. She has been a Legacy of Beta Sigma Phi International for six years in which she has volunteered her time to help out with several service and community projects. Violet is a Sophomore at Rio Grande City High School. Her passion is dancing. She was a member of Melbal’s School of dance since the age of three and continued till the age of 8. In elementary school, she was a member of the North Grammar Cheer Divas. While in Ringgold Middle School, she was Major of the Starrlettes Drill Team in grades seventh and eighth. Currently, she is a member of the Rio Grande City High School Rattlerettes.
Texas Beta Eta Tau Sweetheart Catherine Rubio
competitions at the annual Starr County Youth Fair. Mia is a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and her hobbies include shopping, long drives, working, and spending time with family and friends. She enjoys traveling the most and has visited New York, Washington, Philadelphia, Boston, Florida, Ruidoso and Las Vegas. Through traveling, Mia has learned about different foods and she has enjoyed the many entertainment experiences. Upon graduation, Mia will be attending Texas A&M Kingsville where she will study Pharmacy.
where she received a BA in English. Before she even crossed the stage to receive her diploma, she had already signed a contract with RGCCISD to teach at her alma mater. Catherine was employed with the district for 30 years, as a high school English teacher for 11 years and an elementary school librarian at Alberto and Celia Barrera Elementary-formerly North Grammar Elementary- for 19 years. Although she left the district in June of 2020, Catherine still considers herself an educator at heart. Catherine recently accepted a position as a museum exhibit technician for the City of Rio Grande City’s Kelsey Bass Museum and Event Center. Catherine credits her strong work ethic and desire to keep busy to her late parents. Her father, Catarino Escobar worked all his life as a farmer and rancher, and her mother, Ada Morlen Escobar was a busy stay-at-home mom who worked from sunrise to sunset to care for seven children, her own mother, and her brotherin-law. Although her mother
graduated high school, and her father only received a 3rd grade education, Catherine considers them the smartest people she has ever known, and grudgingly yet successfully obtained a college degree upon their insistence. Catherine and her family are active members of Immaculate Conception Church; she and her husband are also members of their church band 4Christ for the 11:00 AM mass. Her entire family has worked and helped out with various youth events sponsored by their church. Catherine is also a board member for STARR of Hope- a non-profit organization committed to helping domestic abuse victims and their families; further, she is a member of the GFWC-Florence J. Scott Women’s Club which promotes literacy and community service. When she has free time, Catherine enjoys reading the latest Elin Hildebrand or Danielle Steele novel, “boot-scooting” with her husband on date night, and baking for friends and family-just not necessarily in that order.
Texas Delta Theta Debutante Graciella Ileana Pérez
Graciella Ileana Pérez is the daughter of Mr. Gilberto Pérez III and Mrs. María Teresa Pérez from Roma, Texas. She has three older sisters; Daniella Ysabel Pérez, Ana Mariella Pérez, and Gabriella Yuliana Pérez.
Graciella attended Immaculate Conception School in Rio Grande City, Texas and graduated in 2018. She is currently a senior at Roma High School and a member of Roma High School’s National Honor Society, Student Council, Math Club and Drama Club. Graciella is a member of the Roma High School Chamber Choir and was a Choir State qualifier in 2020 and 2021. She is the captain of the Roma High School Girls Swim Team and was a Regional qualifier in 2019 and 2020. Graciella has been a member of the Roma FFA Chapter for 10 years and a Vaquero 4H member for 2 years. She participates in the Starr County Fair in Rio Grande City where she has taken part in the Baking, has shown Market Animals, and Farm Shop projects.
She also participates in The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show in Mercedes, Texas where she has received Superior and third overall with her Metal Art. In March 2021 she received Class Champion with her Chimney Barbecue Pit. Graciella is an officer of the Roma Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas at Our Lady of Refuge Church in Roma where she volunteers in a variety of activities. Graciella is hoping to attend a major university and study audiology. Graciella Ileana Pérez is the granddaughter of Mr. Gilberto Pérez Jr. and Sorority Sister Elda G. Pérez of the Texas Delta Theta Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, a member for over fifty years.
“Keep the dream big, It always comes true in Beta Sigma Phi” Where it all started....... In 1931, during the Great Depression, there was a need for an organization that could bring women together and expose them to a social, cultural and educational climate that was not available in those difficult times. Most important, there was a need for friendship and support from other women. Beta Sigma Phi was created out of this need. It did not take long before Beta Sigma Phis were helping others. Members worked together to raise $22 million in war bonds during World War II. The 1950s brought peace and prosperity to the world, and Beta Sigma Phi membership doubled. This era was filled with grand balls, elegant teas and the growing strength of sisterhood as thousands of women joined Beta Sigma Phi. As the times have changed, so has Beta Sigma Phi.
The 1960s and 1970s found our organization less formal, but the ideals were the same. Now in the 21st Century, our over 165,000 members find the more we grow, the more valuable we become to our sisters and to our communities. The Beta Sigma Phi woman will continue to face challenges and cherish opportunities as she moves into the future. Typical chapters enjoy socials that range from informal gatherings to gala affairs that often include friends and family. Fascinating cultural programs offer insight into subjects that range from the arts to gardening to in-home businesses. Membership in our organization provides opportunities to contribute to your community, develop lifelong friendships, and polish leadership skills. Our members raise more than $3 million for local charities and
donate over 200,000 volunteer hours in an average year. Each chapter determines its own service projects and participation is always voluntary. Chapters have created their own International Funds that donate millions of dollars to health research groups, hunger projects, and other worthwhile causes. Members and their families can receive assistance through our International Loan, Scholarship and Disaster Funds. What Makes Us Unique? Unlike a college sorority, our organization has members of all ages and educational backgrounds. Our sisterhood constantly redefines itself through the diversity and vitality of its members who share their ideas, talents and enthusiasm. That is why we are known around the world as “The Friendship Organization”.
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Escobares Knights of Columbus Council #9982 held a free throw competition at the diocese level on Feb 20, 2022 and it was a huge success for the nearly 50 boys and girls that showed up to participate. 10 participants went on to participate at the state level in San Antonio, Texas on March 5, 2022. Congratulations to all involved especially the boys and girls. Pictured above are on the far left Grand Knight Arnulfo Medrano, participants and on the far right is Diocesan Deputy Jose (Joe) Garza Jr.
Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM 2023-2024 Community Development Fund La Grulla will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on May 12, 2022, at La Grulla City Hall located at 194 FM 2360, La Grulla, Texas, regarding the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for Community Development Fund and Community Development programs of Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) grant. The purpose of this meeting is to allow citizens an opportunity to discuss the citizen participation plan, the development of local housing and community development needs, including street and road improvements and hazard mitigation planning, the amount of TxCDBG funding available, all eligible TxCDBG activities, and the use of past TxCDBG funds. The City encourages citizens to participate in the development of TxCDBG application(s) and to make their views known at this public hearing. Citizens unable to attend this meeting may submit their views and proposals to Laura P. Solis, Mayor, at the City Hall. Persons with disabilities that wish to attend this meeting should contact the City Hall to arrange for assistance. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact the City Hall at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Para más información en español, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341.
Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM 2023-2024 Community Development Fund La Grulla is giving notice of the city’s intent to submit Texas Community Development Block Grant Program grant applications for a Community Development Fund in the amount of $300,000.00 for road and/or street improvements in the community of La Grulla, Texas. The application is available for review at the La Grulla City Hall during regular business hours. Para obtener una copia en espanol, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341. Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Colonia Fund - Construction Fund La Grulla will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on May 12, 2022, at La Grulla City Hall located at 194 FM 2360, La Grulla, Texas, regarding the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for Community Development Fund and Community Development programs of Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TxCDBG) grant. The purpose of this meeting is to allow citizens an opportunity to discuss the citizen participation plan, the development of local housing and community development needs, including street and road improvements and hazard mitigation planning, the amount of TxCDBG funding available, all eligible TxCDBG activities, and the use of past TxCDBG funds. The City encourages citizens to participate in the development of TxCDBG application(s) and to make their views known at this public hearing. Citizens unable to attend this meeting may submit their views and proposals to Laura P. Solis, Mayor, at the City Hall. Persons with disabilities that wish to attend this meeting should contact the City Hall to arrange for assistance. Individuals who require auxiliary aids or services for this meeting should contact the City Hall at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Para más información en español, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341.
Published on April 27, 2022: PUBLIC NOTICE LA GRULLA TEXAS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Colonia Fund – Construction Fund La Grulla is giving notice of the city’s intent to submit Texas Community Development Block Grant Program grant applications for a Community Development Fund in the amount of $300,000.00 for road and/or street improvements and/or housing in the colonia La Victoria, Texas. The application is available for review at the La Grulla City Hall during regular business hours. Para obtener una copia en espanol, comuníquese con Yesenia Garcia al 956-487-3341.
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Texas reports first West Nile case of 2022 Public health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of illness caused by West Nile virus in 2022. Dallas County Health and Human Services reported that a resident of Dallas County has been diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease. West Nile virus is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Most people exposed to the virus don’t get sick, but about 20 percent develop symptoms like headache, fever, muscle and joint aches, nausea and fatigue. In a very small proportion, less than one percent, the virus affects the nervous system, leading to the more
serious West Nile neuroinvasive disease that can cause neck stiffness, disorientation, tremors, convulsions, paralysis and even death. The Texas Department of State Health Services urges people to not give mosquitoes a biting chance by following these steps to protect themselves and their families from West Nile and other diseases spread by mosquitoes. WEAR long sleeves and pants. Create a barrier to mosquito bites by covering up. APPLY insect repellent. Use EPA-registered repellent such as those containing DEET,
picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol or 2-undecanone. standing water. REMOVE Emptying out water that accumulates in toys, tires, trash cans, buckets, clogged rain gutters and plant pots will deny mosquitoes a place to lay their eggs and reproduce. People should also keep mosquitoes out of their homes by using air conditioning and making sure window and door screens are in good repair. DSHS urges people with West Nile symptoms to contact their health care provider and mention any exposure to mosquitoes.
GRANT SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The City of Roma plans to apply for the upcoming 2022 Downtown Revitalization Program (DRP) from the Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Program of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). Accordingly, the City of Roma is seeking to contract with a qualified Engineering/Architectural/Surveying Firm(s) (individual/firm) to prepare all preliminary and final design plans and specifications, and to conduct all necessary interim and final inspections. These services are being solicited to assist the City of Roma in its application preparation and project implementation of a TxCDBG contract, if awarded, to support eligible activities in City of Roma. Please electronically submit your proposals in .pdf format via email to the City Manager at abarrera@cityofroma.net OR submit your proposal to the following address: Attn: Mr. Alejandro Barrera, City Manager, 77 Convent Street, P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584. Proposals must be received by the City of Roma no later than 2:00 p.m. on May 10, 2022, which must be at least ten (10) days after this publication and contact dates of the RFP. The City of Roma reserves the right to negotiate with any and all individuals or firms that submit proposals, as per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards. Section 3 Residents and Business Concerns, Minority Business Enterprises, Small Business Enterprises and Women Business Enterprises are encouraged to submit proposals. The City of Roma is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. Servicios de traducción están disponibles por peticion.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 21-22-1064
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Time 3:00 pm
Request for Proposals packages may be obtained at the Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd, Bldg N, Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501 (Corner of Quince & 31st Street) or by calling 956-872-4681. Responses received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All responses must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the RFP number. The successful respondent will not be determined on opening date. Responses will be studied and be taken into consideration by the Board of Trustees. South Texas College reserves the right to reject any and all responses submitted and to request additional information if necessary, to waive any formalities or technicalities, and to accept the proposal considered to be the best and most advantageous to South Texas College. Questions regarding this RFP or requests for additional information should be addressed to Becky Cavazos, Director of Purchasing 956-872-4681 beckyc@southtexascollege.edu, or Billy Langley, Senior Buyer of Purchasing, 956-872-4682 welangle@southtexascollege.edu. Responses to the RFP must be submitted to South Texas College, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd, Bldg N, Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501. South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
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ATTENTION ALL SENIORS REGISTER NOW! DEADLINE MAY 1ST LOUELLA BOLT MEMORIAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS 2021-2022
Sponsored by The Pediatric Care Center Rules and criteria governing this award 1. Students must be members of a group that is under-represented in a health care related field, i.e. African-American, Hispanic, Native American, and Alaskan Native. Students must be high school seniors during the 2021–2022 academic years and plan to enroll during the 2022-2023 academic year in a four-year college or university offering a science/health degree. Students are encouraged to choose classes leading to a degree in medicine/health. 2. The selection of award recipients will be based on the following criteria: a) The student’s academic record, minimum GPA of 3.0. b) The student’s participation in school and/or outside jobs/ activities as outlined in the student’s career essay and in the letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, math teacher or science teacher. c) The student’s reason(s) for choosing health/medicine, as outlined in the student’s career essay. 3. Individual awards for the full academic year will be $500.00. Awards will be announced by Dr. Daria Babineaux, and payment disbursed to each student upon receipt of a copy of the proof of 2022 fall-semester college registration. No award will be sent out after August 2022.
Instructions for Submitting a Nomination A complete application for the 2021-2022 Louella Bolt Memorial Health Professions Scholarship will contain a copy of each of the following items: 1. From the student: a) A completed application form (this form) b) A TYPED career essay not to exceed 300 words outlining the following: * College or university chosen to attend; when and why * Reasons for choosing a health related career * Possible career choices that may be of interest c) Official transcript of high school grades d) Photo of applicant 2. A letter of recommendation from the high school counselor, math teacher or science teacher containing, but not limited to, the following: a) Verification of student’s GPA and graduation date. b) Verification of high school senior class average grade. (If confidential, High School Counselor statement is required.) c) Confirmation of minority group of student. d) Information about the student’s school, job and/or other activities.
The deadline to submit this application form is May 1st , 2022 Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Home /Cell phone: ______________________________/_____________________ E-mail address: _________________________________________ Soc. Sec. No.: ___________________________________________ High school: ____________________________________________ Expected completion date of high school requirements: ________ / _________ Cumulative GPA / Maximum possible GPA: ________ / _________ Name of College Admitted to (if known): _________________________________ _____________________ Check Minority Group: African-American ( ) Hispanic ( ) Alaskan Native ( ) Check Gender:
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Other (describe): _______________________ Male ( )
Female ( )
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Completed applications must be postmarked on or before May 1st, 2022. Mail the completed application form (this form), career essay and the supporting documents (letters, transcript, photo, etc.) to: Dr. Daria Babineaux, Scholarship Program The Pediatric Care Center 1673 E San Benito St Suite D., Rio Grande City, Texas 78582
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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 Lobo Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within forty five (45) 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 Humberto Lucio at 956-487-3384, 5879 E. Hwy. 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 for information concerning vehicle.
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Roma High JROTC Program Holds Ceremony to Retire Old US Flags By: LTC Luis Barrera, USA Retired, Senior Army Instructor, and Roma High Army JROTC Instructor; Photo by Jesus Vidal, Roma High GTN & Graphic Arts Instructor The Roma High School U.S. Army JROTC held a flag retirement ceremony on April 12, 2022 at the Roma High School JROTC Pavilion. The Cadets collected more than 100 flags from Roma ISD schools, the VFW and its members, as well as from members of the surrounding communities. “We retire flags when they become worn or faded,” JROTC Cadet Battalion Commander Angela Gonzalez said. “They should be retired instead of thrown in the trash. When we retire flags, we treat them the same as we do veterans when they are laid to rest.”
She noted people are moved when they attend flag retirement ceremonies. She said it was an honor to be part of the ceremony. “I would like to reiterate, we cut the union from the stripes and then cut the stripes to render it not the USA flag any longer, and then place it in the fire” she explained . In attendance were members of
the VFW Post 9175 and members of the community. The Roma Fire Department was in attendance and on standby for any emergencies that could arise from the burn pit. The next Flag Retirement Ceremony hosted by the Roma High JROTC will be in spring 2023 so please save your older flags for the next ceremony.
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