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The City of Rio Grande City approved the appointment of the Kelsey Bass Museum and Event Center Commission members for the purpose of advising the day to day operations and special events of the museum.

The mission of the KBMEC is to be an organization in service to society, open to the public that acquires, researches, exhibits, and interprets objects and ideas for the purpose of education, study, and enjoyment. The museum is located at 101 S. Washington St. and is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 to 5.

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Food Handlers Certification

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will be offering a 2 hour food handlers certification on Wednesday, August 09, 2017. Anyone working around food either in a food establishment or as a volunteer should obtain the certification. It is a requirement by the city in most instances. For more information and to pre-register call the County Extension office at 956-487-2306.

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Local students attend prestigious leadership conference

Two Starr County students have just returned from a once-in-alifetime leadership conference that has them well on the way to success. Armando Reyes and Jennifer Garcia represented Starr County Farm Bureau at Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) 54th annual Youth Leadership Conference (YLC).

“YLC is more than a conference or camp,” Douglas Anderson, Starr County Farm Bureau president, said. “It’s a great opportunity for students to hone the skills needed to fulfill their dreams.”

“Counselors and speakers at YLC encourage and inspire students to network and examine their ideas, attributes and abilities,” Anderson said. “The students also learn about the free enterprise system that makes our country so great.”

Students who attend YLC engage in goal-setting activities that help build character, confidence and leadership skills.

YLC is open to high school juniors and seniors of good character and are in the top 30 percent of their class.

Those who attend YLC are eligible to enter TFB’s Free Enterprise Speech Contest for a chance at college scholarships.

The conference was held in June at Tarleton State University in Stephenville.

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Rio Grande City Public Library’s Build a Better World 2017 Summer Reading Program had over 100 children, teen and adult participants. The children and teens were encouraged to read and participate in crafts and activities.

Some wrote book reports and made posters of their favorite books they are on display at the library. The program for adults “El Arte de Sobrevivir” led by MHP Salud was a group discussion on topics such as healthy living, manage stress, healthy relationships, emotional well-being followed by craft activity.

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attendance were given at a special program held at the library. The 2017 Summer Reading Program party was held at the KC Hall.

Thank you participants, parents and partners. This year thanks to Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District (RGCCISD) the library was one of stops for the RGCCISD Café on the Go which offered FREE summer meals for kids 18 yrs. and younger!

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The International Museum of Arts & Science (IMAS) of McAllen presented a “Build It’ program.

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Congratulations to the top 5 ranking 8th graders from Roma Middle School and Ramiro Barrera Middle School! The top five ranking 8th graders from Roma Middle School were #1 Catalina Galvan, #2 Julian A. Barrera, #3 Liliana Martinez, #4 Kaisy G. Bazan and #5 Robey I. Reyes. The top five ranking 8th graders from Ramiro Barrera Middle School were #1 Leonardo De Leon, #2 Marco A. Santistevan, #3 Julie A. Hernandez, #4 Daniela Molina and # 5 Elena Cano.

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Roma High School Skills USA State Qualifiers, Champs Honored Summer Meals Program at Colonias Unidas

Rio Grande City CISD Child Nutrition Director, Patsy Ramirez, along with her staff joined Commissioner Precinct 4 Ruben Saenz, and MPR Regional Director for the Baylor University Texas Hunger Initiative Program in promoting the district’s S u m m e r Meals. In addition to the Summer Meals at the Colonias Unidas Center in the Las Lomas area the children Congratulations to our Roma High School Skills USA State Qualifiers and Champs! The students were also had fun taking part in learning activities before their lunch arrived. Thank you RGCCISD for honored for the excellent performance throughout the school year at the Roma ISD School Board Meeting. providing this program for our children during the summer.

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Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Service is bringing the Texas Master Gardener Program to Starr County

By Heidi C. Lopez, M.S. The Master Gardener program is a volunteer horticultural program of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Master Gardener interns are required to commit at least 50 hours of community service in support of agency horticultural outreach during their first year.

The Master Gardener program is for individuals that have a passion for gardening and for their community as well. It’s a great opportunity to give back to your community. By becoming a Master Gardener, you also become an educator and help others in your area become better gardeners. We offer community gatherings, hands on activities in establishing, developing and maintaining a vegetable garden, volunteer opportunities, planting, cultivating and harvesting crops at all our 12 community gardens and community events.

We will start with the very basics of how to garden successfully in our unique Valley climate. This Master Gardener program includes classes for gardening, native plants, grasses, compost and mulch, organic home vegetable gardening, soil, water and fertilizers, weed identification and removal, citrus care and maintenance, container gardening, insect and diseases, plant propagation and more. The Master Gardener program will also provide great tours of a native plant farm, dragon fruit farm and a sensory garden tour around the Rio Grande Valley to expand knowledge. The Master Gardener program helps homeowners cut down on the time and expenses lost in trial-and-error gardening and landscaping.

The popular volunteer program will be in Starr county in September. We are accepting applications from locals and Winter Texans. Classes will be in the afternoons from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday for 12 weeks. Classes are filling and there is limited availability.

Please call the Texas A & M AgriLife Extension office at 956487-2306 for more information.

DPS Releases Texas Gang Threat Assessment

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) released the Texas Gang Threat Assessment, which was developed to provide a broad overview and update of gang activity in Texas.

“This report provides an overview of gangs operating in Texas, which gives law enforcement important information to help protect our communities from these violent organizations,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “Gangs and their associates remain a significant threat to public safety in our state, not only because of their penchant for violence and criminal activity, but also their relationships with other criminal organizations, such as Mexican cartels.”

The Texas Gang Threat Assessment is based on the collaboration between multiple law enforcement and criminal justice agencies across the state and nation, whose contributions were essential in creating this comprehensive overview of gang activity in Texas.

This assessment details the state’s systematic approach to evaluating and classifying gangs in order to identify which organizations represent the most substantial threat. The report reveals that there are as many as 100,000 gang members across the state.

To view the full Texas Gang Threat Assessment, please visit the DPS website.

Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary GT Congrats to Mrs. Amalia Yunes on Students Displayed Their Projects 49 Years of Service to Roma ISD

Congratulations to Mrs. Amalia Yunes on her retirement from Roma ISD at the end of June after 49 years of service!! The Roma ISD Performing Arts Center recently held a celebration in her honor to thank her for her years of dedication to the children of Roma ISD. Thank you for helping shape the lives of so many Mighty Gladiators Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary Gifted and Talented students under the direction of Mrs. Jeanie Anderson, Mrs. Yunes!!!

Librarian, displayed their g.t. projects at the Roque Guerra, Jr. Library. All students and parents had the opportunity to view the outstanding, informative and creative work. A special congratulations goes out to all g.t. students that participated and shared their creative gifted attributes.

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 2ND - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ANGELA RAENELL REYNA (AN.)

by Family †REYNA DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS by Family †AARON H. MASCORRO

by Su Mama y Hermanos †ANITA K. ACEVEDO by Family †JOSUE R. RAMIREZ, JR. (17TH AN.)

by Sandra R. Lopez THURSDAY AUGUST 3RD - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE FRIDAY AUGUST 4TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †DR. MARIO RAMIREZ

by Silvestre & Alma Gloria Gonzalez †MARGARITA REX (AN.) by Family †REYNALDO GARCIA, SR. (AN.) by Family ADG HOLY FACE OF JESUS FOR CONVERSION AND VOCATION TO

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SATURDAY AUGUST 5TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †RENE RUBEN GARZA

by Abel Garza & Family †JOHN ADAM POPE, III

by Silvestre & Alma Gloria Gonzalez †ABEL S. SAENZ by Dora Garcia †FIACRO SALAZAR, SR. by Salazar Family †MARIE D. LOPEZ (10TH AN.)

by Lopez-Venega Family SUNDAY AUGUST 6TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. NO MASS SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †MANUELITA PORRAS (53RD AN.)

by Porras Family †IRENIO GONZALEZ (3RD AN.)

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10th Anniversary Mass In Loving Memory of

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Remember Me To the living, I am gone.

To the sorrowful, I will never return.

To the angry, I was cheated, but to the happy, I am at peace, to the faithful, I have never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I can be heard. So as you stand upon a shore, gazing at a beautiful sea,remember me. As you look in awe at a mighty forest and its grand majesty, remember me. Remember me in your hearts, in your thoughts, and the memories of the times we loved.

For if you always think of me, I will never be gone.

A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 5:00pm at Immaculate Conception Church Rio Grande City, Tx.

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ORACIÓN AL SAGRADO CORAZÓN DE JESÚS

†JOSE LUIS HERNANDEZ (8TH AN.)

by Familia Hernandez SUNDAY AUGUST 6TH - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family †THELMA RONQUILLO

by Jose & Nona Calderon †JOSE LEO & PEDRO C. OLIVARES

by Ramona Olivares & Family †RAUL GARZA (9TH AN.) by Familia Garza †MACARIO VILLARREAL, JR. by Parents 1:00 P.M. NO MASS 5:00 P.M. †DOMINGO V. PEÑA

by Su Esposa y Familia †LEE ROY FALCON (3RD AN.) by Family †DANNY & MANUEL FALCON by Family †ALFREDO GARCIA by Wife & Family †ISABEL GUTIERREZ (4TH AN.) by Sus Hijos †ROMEO JAVIER RAMIREZ, SR.

by R.J. & Letty Ramirez

MONDAY AUGUST 7TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †EDNA M. HERNANDEZ

by Husband, Son & Family †AGUEDITA GONZALEZ by Lopez Family †ELISEO SMITH, JR. by Mr. & Mrs. Roel Smith †GUADALUPE SMITH

by Mr. & Mrs. Roel Smith †JOHN ADAM POPE, III by Pope Family TUESDAY AUGUST 8TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †GONZALA GONZALEZ (AN.)

by Silvestre & Alma Gloria Gonzalez

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RGCCISD Migrant Program Held “Project Smart 2017” and “A Bright Beginning” Summer Programs

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

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

Project Smart 2017 The Rio Grande City CISD Migrant Program kicked off the summer by encouraging and promoting mathematic skills.

Through Project Smart, migrant students in grades K-8th received home and school visits from educators that worked with them on a one-to-one basis, to enhance their math abilities.

Materials were given to each participant to help them along the Project Smart curriculum.

Lessons were taught through hands-on activities, videos, and

books. To promote and show the value of education, parents were also invited and encouraged to be a part of their child’s learning during the lessons.

Migrant Coordinator, Mrs. Veronica Garcia, Project Smart teachers and staff would like to thank all the migrant parents and families, who so kindly opened their doors and invested in our students’ education and helped make Project Smart 2017 a true success.

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Migrant Program, A Bright Beginning, initiated their summer by providing one-to-one tutoring for migrant students, ages 3 & 4, that have not begun their formal education.

This home-based program allows migrant students develop early literacy and math skills, in efforts to help them stay abreast with their peers.

Participants were provided with materials to help facilitate their learning through handson, concrete activities and experiences.

Migrant Coordinator, Mrs. Veronica Garcia, and A Bright Beginning staff would like to thank all the migrant parents and families, who so kindly opened their doors and allowed us to come in to work with their children. Because of your support, A Bright Beginning was a success.

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When abuse, prescription drugs can be addictive and put abusers at risk for adverse health effects, including overdose.

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Rio Grande City High School Rattler Book Club Took Day Trip

The Rio Grande City High School Rattler Book Club went to Cinemark Tinseltown in Mission for their annual movie trip. This year they watched the movie, Everything, Everything, based on the novel of the same name written by author, Nicola Yoon. The novel was read by the book club in anticipation of the movie’s opening day release. The book club enjoyed the movie, and then had lunch before returning to school to discuss the similarities and differences between the novel and the movie. It was unanimously decided that although the movie was good, the book was great and much, much better!

Valley Teens Learn Leadership, Life Skills at Intense JROTC Challenge Summer Camp By: LTC(R) Luis C. Barrera, Roma High School SAI and Camp PAO Some teenagers go on vacations with family, some will find summer work, others attend summer school, and most just sit back on their couches and do nothing all summer.

But there is another set of teenagers, from nineteen high school U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs in the Rio Grande Valley (from Roma to Brownsville), who kicked off their summer at the JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge Summer Camp, June 9-12 at the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen, Texas.

During four days of structured training, 250 cadets learned the significance of teamwork, leadership and motivation at the individual, team, squad, platoon, company and battalion levels.

“This Army JROTC Summer Camp is a continuous educational process providing cadets leadership, citizenship, personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork and self-discipline,” said retired Army Lt. Col. James Troia, Senior Army Instructor at Edinburg North High School and Camp Commander.

“So to be out here in summer, not being inside playing video games and enduring the hardships that I endured and other Soldiers endured for years; to see them doing it, is a great thing.”

The purpose of the JCLC is to emphasize all the attributes of the JROTC Program outside of the school environment. Cadets were given the opportunities to serve in the roles of squad, platoon, company and battalion level leadership each day, giving each cadet valuable experience at supporting their teams.

“Cadets that were picked to come out here have to show potential

by being promoted through the program and participation in raider teams,” said retired 1st Sgt. Juan Cruz, Army Instructor at Roma High School.

The cadets have several challenges to accomplish during the camp in order to graduate including Repelling, ZIP Line, HI-COPE, Leadership Reaction Course, Physical Fitness, Obstacle Course, Land Navigation, Water Survival Training, Knots/Rope Bridge Construction, and the Mud Pit. During land navigation training, the cadets trekked as teams through the South Texas heat, navigating from point to point, not knowing if they got the points correctly.

Squad-level training at the Leaders Reaction Course forced cadets to think things through, communicate effectively and band together over various obstacles.

“The number one thing I learned was the importance of communication. You’ll never know what someone is thinking, so if you don’t communicate what’s going on, you’ll never know. Also, communicating ideas when faced with challenges (is) great for the team,” said Cadet Jackie Benitez, a JROTC Cadet at Roma High School and Charlie Company Outstanding Commander.

The Repel Tower and the leap of Faith are the most challenging events for some of the cadets. Who

else has the opportunity to repel form a 50’ tower or trust someone holding the line when jumping from the top of a telephone pole to touch a buoy in midair? This forced the cadets to rely on their training and lean on their perseverance to overcome their fears.

“We’re here to be challenged as leaders – to be a leader you have to be a great follower and know how to be a member of the team, look out for each, stay motivated and challenge ourselves,” from an anonymous cadet.

Cadet Benitez, a second time JCLC attendee, said, “I feel like this camp definitely separates the normal people and the people who want to have leadership roles in their life. The leadership camp really shows us the team work we will need in life.”

Even though the course was only four days in length, these cadets walked away with more than just leadership experience.

They walked away with lasting friendships and the true knowledge of what it takes to be a leader.

NOTICE TO PROPOSERS The Starr County Appraisal District is seeking bid proposals for a Computer Aided Mass Appraisal System. Proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 04, 2017. Proposals received after that time will not be considered. The District reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. Proposals will be opened at 9:00 a.m. Monday, August 07, 2017 in the conference room, Starr County Appraisal District, 100 N. FM 3167 Ste. 300, Rio Grande City, Texas. All vendors submitting proposals are invited to attend. Contract award will take place during the Appraisal District Regular Board of Directors’ meeting On Tuesday, August 08, 2017 at 12:00 noon in conference room. Copies of the Bid Request for Proposals may be obtained from Carmen R. Falcon, Starr County Appraisal District, 100 N. FM 3167 Ste. 300, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 or via email at cfalcon@starrcad.org.

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Roma ISD Meals on Wheels Program Bringing Smiles Around Town RGCCISD In Collaboration with United Way of

The Roma ISD Meals on Wheels Program provide wonderful service again this summer! School Board President Leticia Garza-Galvan and Board Member Dagoberto “Dago” Salinas visited with some of the Food Service Department and Transportation Department staff that make the program possible and were very impressed with their dedication and hard work.

“We really enjoyed seeing the smiles on the faces of the children and visiting with happy parents that are getting this wonderful service because of such great team members we have at Roma ISD,” said Leticia Garza-Galvan.

“We truly thank the staff that make this possible because without their hard work - nothing at Roma ISD IS possible. This is just a blessing for us to be able to do this for the community.”

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“It is an honor to serve on this board and have a chance to give back by making programs like this possible,” said Dago Salinas.

“It is really a joy to see these kids excited to come on these buses to eat. They say the food is good and that it is fun. You see them come up on their bikes, hop on board, eat and visit and then

bike off again. I’m so proud we are keeping our kids happy and healthy with programs like this. I’m so proud of these Food Service and Transportation Department workers.”

As a reminder, all breakfasts and lunches served to children in the Roma ISD service area are completely free.

United Way Day of Caring 2017 was held at Dr. Mario E. Ramirez Elementar. Rio Grande City CISD administration and staff members were among over the 130 volunteers from such organizations and entities as the County of Starr, City of Rio Grande City, City of Roma, Roma ISD, the Office of the 229th Judicial District Attorney Omar Escobar, Starr County Memorial Hospital, 229th Judicial District Crime Victims Unit, HEB, Walmart, US Customs and Border Protection came together to package 900 bags full of schools supplies for incoming freshmen from RGCCISD and Roma ISD. South Texas. On behalf of the would like to thank everyone Rio Grande City CISD looks RGCCISD Board of Trustees, who’s efforts made this event a forward to a continued thriving administration and staff we huge success. partnership with United Way of

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STC and TSC sign agreement benefiting students Ringgold Elementary 6th Six Weeks Honor Roll with Associate of Applied Science Degree South Texas College together with Texas Southmost College in Brownsville signed an articulation agreement allowing students who have an earned an Associate of Applied Science Degree from TSC to transfer into bachelor’s degree programs at STC. In attendance at the event included STC President Dr. Shirley A. Reed and TSC Interim President Mike Shannon, who provided remarks at the ceremony.

“We were among the pioneers to launch Baccalaureate degrees.

We are very proud to offer four right now, and we had over 1,300 graduates, and the most positive thing that has come from this is the large number of Baccalaureate graduates who are now in graduate programs,” said President Reed. “We are rounding out future managers, supervisors, corporate leaders. This is where the action is, and I do believe this

will be part of the transformation of community colleges across the country.”

The articulation agreement is designed to facilitate the transfer of students from Texas Southmost College’s (TSC) Associate of Applied Science Degree programs to South Texas College’s (STC) Bachelor Degree programs. The agreement has been put in place in order to enable the student’s progression to the next level of course work leading to a Baccalaureate degree.

“This agreement between TSC

and STC will allow us to build a bridge to higher education across the Valley, from Cameron and Willacy Counties to Hidalgo and Starr Counties,” said TSC President Shannon. “The partnership and this articulation agreement are the first steps of many TSC is taking in response to the Texas legislature’s call for community colleges around the state to offer Bachelor’s degrees.”

All TSC courses completed in the Associate of Applied Science Degree are transferable to STC, and will satisfy the indicated course requirements leading to the first two years of course work in STC’s various Baccalaureate degree programs.

TSC students wishing to transfer must apply for admission with STC and meet all of STC’s entrance requirements.

All courses considered for transfer must be completed with a “C” or better for acceptance into any one of STC’s Baccalaureate degrees.

Dr. Erica Briana Guerra is proud to announce the Honor Roll for 6th Six Weeks from Ringgold Elementary PRE KINDER Mrs. M. Martinez A Honor Roll Gissell Cantu, Hector Chapa Jr., Dlaila Gutierrez, Isaiah Guzman, Victoria Reyes A & B Honor Roll Arael Arevalo, Sylas Barreiro, Leah Garrido, Victor Govea, Jayden Guerrero, Leonardo Montero, Alexa Pena, Bryan Villarreal Mrs. N. Trevino A Honor Roll Andrea Coronel, Steven Lopez, Eliud A. Luna, Danielle L. Ojeda, Eliel J. Orta, Miguel A. Ortiz, Jairo J. Rivera, Arlenne Rodriguez, Angeli G. Torres, Melanie Valdez A & B Honor Roll Angie M. Gonzalez, Aaron Guerra, Jose A. Hernandez, Ruy A. Martinez, Lunna M. Ramirez, Katelynn D. Rios, Anthony R. Rojas, Jeanette Soto Mrs. L. Villarreal A Honor Roll Herber H. De Alba, Aubrie M. De Rueda, Marisol Estrada, Romeo J. Garcia, James Lee Garza, Martin Garza III, Davian E. Martinez, Jose G. Pena Jr., Isabella D. Salinas A & B Honor Roll Drake A. Dela Cruz, Alexander Flores, Edwin Flores Jr. KINDER Mrs. G. Gonzalez A Honor Roll Aimee G. Flores, Elian O. Garza, Miguel A. Guerrero, Jayden L. Hernandez, Preston V. Kelly, Evelyn Lopez, Marcela Lopez, Alejandro J. Solis A & B Honor Roll Mikaela R. Molina, Kenny Ortiz, Jacob Pena, Valerie Pena, Brandon D. Piceno, Lia Y. San Agustin, Raylinn Sepulveda, Lexis B. Villarreal, Luis C. Zamora Mrs. L. Guerrero A Honor Roll Faith A. Guerra, Lizette Lopez, Jasvyn Pecina, Sebastian A. Rios

A & B Honor Roll Hailey I. Duarte, Keilany Garza, Maritza Guajardo, Noriel E. Pena, Mathew Ramos, Justin Valdez, Jaime Valdovinos Mrs. R. Leal A Honor Roll Manuel Arevalo, Delilah Barreiro, Israel Gonzalez, Jose Hernandez, Dante Ruiz, Kayla Saenz, Jesus E. Vargas, Issac Villarreal, Julian Villarreal A & B Honor Roll Stacey Aguirre, Lydia Garcia, Uriel Lara, Thilyn Miranda, Isabella Perez, Heriberto Ruiz, Alan Zamora, Luis Ramos 1ST GRADE Mrs. L. Garcia A Honor Roll Natalie Martinez, Aylin Rios A & B Honor Roll Jesus Gonzalez, Aileen Mendoza, Dayana Moreno, Jasmin Moreno, Kevin Rivera, Juliana Serna Mrs. A. F. Garza A Honor Roll Giselle Lopez, Nahum RamirezRodriguez, Hailey Salinas A & B Honor Roll Brianna Chavez, Diana Dela Cruz, Jose M. Guerra III, Elizabeth Morin, Lairra Ramos, Yanet Trevino, Camila Zurita Mr. R. Rios A Honor Roll Yamileth Barrera, Mia Garrido, David Guerra, Hector Hernandez Jr., Aram Rodriguez A & B Honor Roll Emily Dela Cerda, Leandro Elizondo Jr., Cesar Gonzalez, Julia Lieck, Kendra Ramirez, Isaac Rodriguez 2ND GRADE Mrs. C. Alvarez A & B Honor Roll Mauricio Estrada, Joselyn Lugo, Erick Luna, Alexa Moreno, Pablo Quintanilla, Alice Rios, Angel Salinas, Zaydeth Silva, JR Trigo, Brandon Villarreal Ms. P. Weiler A Honor Roll Ashley Castillo, Betsy Garcia, Melanie Resendez

A & B Honor Roll Luis Becerra, Angela Falcon, Audrey Flores, Isaac Garcia, Makaylynn Garza, Melanie Garza, Karina Gaytan, Rogelio Gaytan, Chanel Gonzalez, Isaac Guerra, Hailey Rios, Brandon Vazquez 3RD GRADE Ms. R. Macias A & B Honor Roll Dayza Adame, Carlos Trigo, Jose Ramirez Miss. J. Salinas A Honor Roll Gianna Bernal Lozano, Lorenzo Villarreal III A & B Honor Roll Lesly Shanel Blanco, Charles Dela Cruz Jr., Taylor Rae Flores, Alexa Anahi Guerrero, Ricardo Lopez III, Graciela Lizette Pena, Darlyn Melinda Sanchez 4TH GRADE Mrs. A. De Rueda A Honor Roll Allie Benavidez A & B Honor Roll Emilani Bazan, Laura Estrada, Alexia Flores, Cesar Hernandez, Alexis Lemus Mendez, Melanie Lopez, Edrick Pena, Cristen Perez, Shantall Rojas, Alenis Rosa, Daphne Suarez, Jared Garza Mrs. M. Hernandez A & B Honor Roll Litzy Gloria, Dariana Pinales, Mariana Pinales, Georgina Salmon, Sergio Surita Ms. J. Zamora A Honor Roll Israel Correa A & B Honor Roll Omar Dela Garza, Anaileny Morin, Abraham Morin, Itzel Pinales, Ann J. Zamora 5TH GRADE Ms. A. Dela Garza A & B Honor Roll Eddiberto Aguirre, Dante Barrera, Jacob Bazan, Jaziah Benavidez, Emir Cantu, Angel Cantu, Jacqueline Castillo, Valeriano Dela Garza, Iliahn Gonzalez, D’Marcus Guzman, Alan Ibanez, Juan Lopez, Glenn Luna, Lucerito Moreno, Karla Quintanilla, Janelle Ramirez, Carlos Ruiz, Luis Vargas Mrs. D. Lopez A & B Honor Roll Molisha M. Lopez, Jose J. Rodriguez, Kevin I. Valdez, Abigail Vasquez-Zapata, Damian Barraz, Noe Gutierrez Mrs. S. Rios A & B Honor Roll Alexandra N. Barrera, Alejandro Benitez III., Oscar D. Castillo, Hailee C. Guillen, Xiomara Rodriguez, Iliana Sandoval, Alfonso Villarreal

Alex Sarabia- Graduated from ALA Academy of STC and NEFA

Mr. Alex Sarabia (STC Psychological Science Instructor) graduated from the Ambassadors Leadership Academy (ALA) of South Texas College.

The graduation ceremony took place at the STC Pecan Campus Rainbow Room for graduates of Distinguished Leadership Academy (DLA) and Ambassadors Leadership Academy (ALA).

As mentioned on the STC website, ALA “provide[s] current leaders, and those who aspire to leadership positions, the structure and guidance to develop and refine their leadership skills. The Academy prepare[s] participants to create strong teams, promote powerful communication strategies, work within and support a culture of evidence and accountability, understand the state and national context for the community college, and design and manage a team project that will reflect and advance the goals of the institution.”

Mr. Alex Sarabia has graduated from all STC academies for faculty/staff (Teaching & Learning Academy, FOCUS Academy, Ambassadors Cross Training Academy, Online Course Redesign Academy, South Texas Leadership Academy, and Ambassadors Leadership Academy), the only one pending scheduled for 20182019 is Distinguished Leadership Academy.

Also, Mr. Sarabia graduated from the New and Enhanced Faculty Advising (NEFA) Training Program and attended the Certificate Ceremony at STC Pecan Campus in McAllen.

All NEFA graduates received a certificate of appreciation presented by South Texas College Founding President Dr. Shirley Reed.

Mr. Alex Sarabia was first certified as a faculty adviser back in 2014, enabling him to advise students on their degree plans, majors, and course selections. Since now advising at STC has been enhanced with the new system Degree Works, this training program recertified faculty advisers for them to continue providing the best services to the students.

Texas Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 11-13 Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds shoppers they can save money on certain items during the state’s annual sales tax holiday. This year, the sales tax holiday is scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 11-13.

The law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced below $100 from sales tax, saving shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend during the weekend.

“Most folks won’t hear the back-to-school bell for another month, but it’s never too early to

take advantage of the opportunity to save money on everything from ball caps to ballpoint pens,” Hegar said.

“As the father of three young children, I know how these expenses can add up.”

Lists of apparel and school supplies that may be purchased tax-free can be found on the Comptroller’s website at TexasTaxHoliday.org.

This year, shoppers will save an estimated $87 million in state and local sales taxes during the sales tax holiday. Texas’ tax holiday weekend has been an annual event since 1999.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 2, 2017, PAGE 9

PUBLIC NOTICE AVAILABILITY OF MAINTENANCE/LABORER POSITION

The Starr County Housing Authority is now taking applications for one (1) maintenance/laborer Part-Time position for its Low-Rent Public Housing Units.

Deadline August 9, 2017 An application may be picked up at the office of the Starr County Housing Authority, 1988 N. Charco Blanco Rd., Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., Mon. thru Fri. Information on salary and job description will be included in the application package.

The Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free work place

Jesus Rios

Sales Manager/ La Joya Cell: (956) 862-8857

Rick Barrera Salesman / Roma Cell: (956) 739-8468

Aaron Mascorro Salesman/ Roma Cell: (956) 263-9224

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Historical Starr County

RGC High School Class of 1957 Holds 60th Class Reunion

Sitting left to right: Virginia G. Guzman, Carmen P. Escobar, Dora G. Gonzalez, Alicia O Saenz, Raul Hinojosa, Josefa G. Guerra, Rosaura G. Diaz, Yolanda C. Leal, and Consuelo G. Canales. Standing left to right: Fermin Gonzalez, Octaviano Guerrero, Hector Garza, Flerida C. Guerra, Fred Rodriguez, Idolina A. Bazan, Humberto Gonzalez, Maria Louisa O. Garcia, Juan Erasmo Saenz, Edward Heath, Silverio Lopez, Rolando Chavez, and Ruben Carrera.

On July 5, 2017, the Rio Grande City High School Class of 1957 held a very memorable reunion at the Party Place in Rio Grande City. The 22 members who attended are pictured above. There was one member from Sunnyside Washington, one from Rio Rancho, New Mexico, three from San Antonio, one from Fort Worth area, one from Monterrey, Mexico, one from the Houston area, four from the Mission-McAllen area and ten from the Rio Grande City area.

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The hall was elaborately decorated with the class colors of light blue and silver with a touch of red to remind us of our Mighty Rattlers. There was also a beautiful 60th reunion banner in the same colors.

Ruben Carrera introduced Fred Rodriguez who served as Master of Ceremonies. Consuelo G. Canales gave the invocation. A Memorial Service for our deceased members and staff was given by Rosaura G. Diaz. The class members pledged allegiance to our flag. Maria Louisa O.

Garcia welcomed everyone. Edward Heath delivered the response. Fred Rodriguez introduced our special guest PE Teacher Minerva Delgado Sanchez. The class members linked fingers in the singing of the Alma Mater, led by Virginia G. Guzman.

Ruben Carrera read 1957 fun facts.

Fred Rodriguez read a beautiful and impressive letter that English Teacher Olivia Mena Munoz wrote. She remembered many of the 1957 class members citing something about each one.

After the short program, the class

enjoyed a very tasty dinner prepared

by Chef Jesse Pena from Rio Grande City. Thanks to the generosity of Rosaura G. Diaz, her sister, and Maria Louisa O Garcia’s, sons we were provided with music of our era during the dinner.

Flerida C. Guerra thanks all of the committee members who helped organize this beautiful and very successful event. In addition her heartfelt thanks also go out to her daughters and grand-daughters who decorated the hall and took lots of pictures.

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AUGUST 2, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

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

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

Marketing Tools Include:

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

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

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

• Check out our website

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

24/7 Service LIVESTOCK SALE EVERY FRIDAY

ANY QUESTION OR CONCERNS CALL:

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

OFFICE 956-487-5551

1.52 - 1.75 1.49 - 1.79 1.35 - 1.76 1.13 - 1.43 1.04 - 1.29 1.10 - 1.13

WEIGHT

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

MATURE CATTLE

FROM 3pm - 6pm

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

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

HEIFERS AVER-HIGH

1.43 - 1.56 1.40 - 1.57 1.37 - 1.55 1.19 - 1.33 1.16 - 1.46 .94 - 1.28

AVER - HIGH $1,120.00 - $1,375.00 $950.00 - $1,100.00 0.66 - 0.86 NO TEST 0.78 - 0.83

TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 293

COMMENTS & NEWS: Today’s market was steady to higher on 400 wts plus steers as well as higher on heifers.

Packer cows and bulls were steady. Pairs and breds were steady as compared to last sale. Possibility to some black bred cows to be consigned this coming week or the following.

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Isolated with plenty of parking.

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

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

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 2, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 2

2- RANCHES FOR SALE

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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.

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V.F.W. HALL RENTALS APARTMENT FOR RENT

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South Texas College is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Custodian (Starr Campus) Maintenance Technician (Starr Campus) Customer Service Technician (Starr Campus)

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Medical OfďŹ ce Receptionist Job Purpose: Serves patients by greeting and helping them; maintaining records and accounts.

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• 109 Aguirre St., RGC - 3bdrm., 2ba., large yard $59,900 • 644 La Mesa St., RGC- 3bdrm., 2ba., on 1 acre near hospitals $69,900 • Large home in downtown RGC - 4bdrm., 3ba. $209,000 • 7500 Sq. Ft. warehouse on 1 acre on FM 649 across Ramiro Barrera Elem. $125,000 • Large home in downtown Roma - $69,000 • 270 Acres on San Julian Rd. $1,800/acre • Falcon Heights - 4bdrm., 3ba., 2,100sqft. living area, on 5 acres $172,000

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Motivated Seller’s - Make Offers Michael J. Ramey - (956) 607-5905

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 2, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 3

South Texas College designated among the most affordable online colleges in the nation Reaffirms STC’s commitment to helping students graduate with zero debt

After more than two decades, South Texas College has established a tradition centered on student success and achievement; a result of the professional commitment and dedication of the entire college faculty, staff and leadership team that have made STC an integral part of the growth in the region.

STC takes pride in emphasizing its quality of education along with the most affordable tuition rates in the nation. Priorities for the college don’t just include providing students with outstanding instruction from dedicated staff and faculty. They also include doing everything possible to help students graduate with absolutely zero debt.

At South Texas College student receive a quality education with only a fraction of the cost.

It is these priorities that enable STC to claim the honor of being known as the Valley’s Most Affordable College, and among the most affordable online college in the nation!

In fact, the cost for a two-year degree, 60 credit hours, for indistrict students for the upcoming 2017-2018 school year amounts to $7,480, the lowest among ALL institutions in the Valley. https:// catalog.southtexascollege.edu/ tuition-fees/ SR Education Group, an online education publisher, recently ranked South Texas College Online among the top 25 most affordable online colleges in the nation! The new top rankings were published on OnlineU.org, placing South Texas College Online at the very top of their 2017 Most Affordable Online Colleges list. http://www.onlineu. org/most-affordable-colleges#25 The ranking is significant as South Texas College Online sees record growth in their student enrollment.

STC services more than 32,000 college credit students and offers more than 120 degrees and certificate options in a variety of liberal art, social science, business, math, science,

technology, advanced manufacturing, and Nursing and Allied Health studies.

STC now boasts four Baccalaureate degree programs including Technology Management (TMGT), Computer and Information Technologies (CIT),

REALIGNMENT PROJECT IN RIO GRANDE CITY CONTINUES

Medical and Health Services Management (MHSM) and Organizational Leadership – Competency Based (OL).

Want to learn more?

Prospective students and parents are welcomed to visit https:// discover.southtexascollege.edu/ for additional information.

PUBLIC NOTICE

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

FLATBED TRAILER RED LP’s: 1261STH MINNESOTA

The Texas Department of Transportation announces that major work will be performed for the realignment project for FM 755 in the Rio Grande City area.

As part of the scope of the project Redwood will be demolished between US 83 all the way to the rail road line. The work will be done by TxDOT contractor Texas SAI. New traffic signals lights will also be installed. Work is scheduled between 7:00AM and 5:30PM.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Unit Lease, Well Number 1W. The proposed injection well is located 7.1 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Waterflood Unit, Well Number 3W. The proposed injection well is located 6.1 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Unit Lease, Well Number 4W. The proposed injection well is located 5.9 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Unit Lease, Well Number 5W. The proposed injection well is located 7.2 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR FLUID INJECTION WELL PERMIT

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Unit Lease, Well Number 6W. The proposed injection well is located 6.7 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

KA Energy Op. Co., LLC, 25420 Kuykendahl Road, Suite E-100, The Woodlands, TX 77375 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to inject fluid into a formation which is productive of oil and gas. The applicant proposes to inject fluid into the Frio – 4700 Sand Formation, Fuerte Vida Unit Lease, Well Number 7W. The proposed injection well is located 6.4 miles southwest of San Isidro, Texas, in the Strong (4700) Field, in Starr County. Fluid will be injected into strata in the subsurface depth interval from 3800 to 4700 feet.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

LEGAL AUTHORITY: Chapter 27 of the Texas Water Code, as amended. Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resources Code, as amended, and the Statewide Rules of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected, or requests for further information concerning any aspects of the application should be submitted in writing, within fifteen days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Capitol Station, Austin, Texas 78711 (Telephone: 512-463-6792).

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 2, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 4

Red velvet mites are seen after a rain W h i l e taking a walk just after our last rain, I observed several red velvet mites crawling on the trail. They’re often called “rain bugs” because we’re most likely to see them after a rain but they aren’t true bugs. In fact they aren’t even insects. They’re actually arachnids with eight legs, like spiders. There are over 45,000 species of mites and they’re found world wide.

They’re very different and interesting in several ways. Their unusually complicated life cycle includes egg, larva (when they have only

6 legs and parasitize insects like grasshoppers, crickets and beetles by just hanging on and sucking their juices), protonymph (like a resting pupal stage in insects), deutonymph (a stage when they have eight legs and actively hunt tiny insect prey), tritonymph (like a second pupal stage), and finally the adult stage.

The adult body is in one part and not segmented as most arthropods are.

The adult red velvet mites we see are a bright velvety red and are only about 1/2 inch long. The 8 legs are attached in four pairs and not individually as you might expect. The front two legs are

used as feelers, to aide the two tiny eyes, for guidance in finding and handling food which consists of tiny animals and their eggs.

During the adult stage they spend only a few hours a year, typically after it rains, hunting food and eating. That’s when we see them. Most of their time is spent in the soil or under leaf litter.

They hibernate in the winter.

The bright red body is a signal to potential predators that they taste really bad.

When mating the male lays his sperm on a blade of grass or twig and attempts to attract a female.

If one comes along and she’s willing, she sits on the sperm and is fertilized.

Red velvet mites are harmless to humans and are beneficial by helping control insect pests. Take a stroll after the next rain and enjoy the fresh air and the chance to see a mite.

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