487-2440 300 East Main St. R.G.C. STARR VISION CENTER Dr. Angie Ramirez erapeutic488-0808Optometrist280W.2ndSt.R.G.C. CASTAÑEDA Auto Insurance & Bail Bonds 487-7000 487-25964350E.USHWY83R.G.C. • Individual • Partnership • Corporations • LLC’s • Bookkeeping • Payroll • Financial Statements • Form 2290 • IRS Audit Representation Mario A. Méndez, EA Licensed to practice before the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) 317-1124(956) 201 S. San Antonio. St. Rio Grande City, TX (NEW LOCATION) Vol. 37, No. 31 WEEKLY WEDNESDAY • AUGUST 3, 2022 Office (956) 487-6544 - Fax (956) 487-6165 - E-Mail: sctc78582@aol.com - www.starrcountytowncrier.com 956-487-2140MON-SUNOPEN7AM-7PM 5470 E. HWY 83 R.G.C. TX 956-519-3237 • 6601 W. HWY 83 - MISSION, TX BIG DOOR SALE LARGE SELECTION WE HAVE A NEW LINE OF DOORS AVAILABLE The Law Office Of 956-317-1167206N.BrittonAve.Ste.B,R.G.C.jmchemagarza@gmail.com J.M. “Chema” Garza Criminal Cases (Federal/State) Car Accidents/ 18 Wheeler Divorces • Real Estate/Deeds Dr. Raymond Cruz Best FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY Dental Insurance, Medicaid and Chip Accepted 419 East 2nd St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 487-2999 311 E Main St Rio Grande City TX 78582-4448 Phone (956) 487-3925 Installment Loans AlvarezCHUY 501 N. Britton Ave • Rio Grande City, Texas 956-487-4871Cell:956-208-0282 El abogado con mas de 34 años de experiencia NOT CERTIFIED BY THE TEXAS BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION ATTORNEY AT LAW whoandRioTracktoCongratulationstheSummerkidsfromGrandeCityLaGrullacompeted this entire summer in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation TrackBeginningCircuit. on June 1st, over 100 athletes across Starr County began practicing and competing in track and field competitions against the Rio Grande Valley in meets in: Alamo, Pharr, McAllen, and Palmview. Rio excelled in many of these meets and then began competing at the Region 2 TAAF Track and Field Championship in Brownsville where the top six athletes in each respective event qualified to the State Games of Texas in Corpus Christi. This year Rio Grande City qualified 18 athletes to State. In 18 and Under: Dante Barrera (Discus), Javier Canales (110/300 hurdles), Serina Ramirez (Discus/ Shot Put), 16 and Under: Beverley Gonzalez (200), Jose Rocha (400, Long Jump), 14 and Under: Alani Solis (400/800), Chaniel Santiago (110/300 hurdles), 12 and Under: Leonel Cantu (4x100), Alessandro Diaz (4x100, 100, Long Jump), Emma Herrera (Shot Put), Elian Martinez (4x100, Long Jump), Rene Ramirez (4x100), 10 and Under: Zaniah Cabrera (Shot Put), Camila Davila (4x100) Kassidy Garcia (4x100) Aria Garza (4x100), Adam Ortiz (Shot Put), Ivanna Solis (4x100), and Delilah Vazquez (4x100).
Roma High Students Compete in Congressional Art Competition RGC Summer Track Athletes Compete at TAAF State Games of Texas in Corpus Christi
On June 25, 2022 Macario Villarreal from Rio Grande City attended the Annual NADONNA’S (National Association of Directors of Nurse and Administation) 36 Annual conference held in New Orleans. This conference handed out awards for different regions of the nation. These awards include an Overall national award, a Northwest, Central, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest Regions. Macario Villarreal took the Southwest Region award. Macario Villarreal has been serving as the Retama Manor in Rio Grande City as the Director of Nurses since 2004. He began his career as a nurse when he obtained his LVN license in 1991 and then obtained his RN license in At1999.the awards ceremony Mr. Villarreal thanked those that voted for him and but said that he couldn’t have won his award without having a good team to help him achieve the high standards of care that he his organization strives for.
Notable Performances at State were: Serina Ramirez 2nd in Shot Put/5th in Discus, Adam Ortiz 6th in Shot Put, Emma Herrera 14th in Shot Put, Alessandro Diaz 17th in long jump, Zaniah Cabrera 17th in Shot Put, Dante Barrera 18th in discus, Alani Solis 27th in the 800, Jose Rocha 30th in the 400. The coaches this summer were Joe Ramirez, Dillon McGuffin, Jose Corona, Daniella Muniz, Emily Martinez, and Alex Canales.Special thank you to the athletes, coaches, families, and Rio Grande City Parks and Recreation for making this possible: Frank Eguia and Eric Escamilla.Theathletes and coaches can’t wait to compete next summer as well!
Macario Villarreal Winner of National Director of Nurses Award
Kudos to the Roma High School Art Program students who participated in the Congressional Art Competition! Although they did not place, they were honored by Congressman Henry Cuellar’s Office for their dedication to their studies and fine art with a certificate of appreciation.
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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 3, 2022, PAGE 2 (956)Sanchez487-2525 Funeral Home 301 E. 2nd. St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 78582 (956) 847-7008 Memorial Funeral Home 101 AR Sanchez Sr. Dr. Roma, Tx. 78584“Serving Our Community For Over 86 Years” “Caring for you & your loved ones in your time of need ” FULL$2,900.00FUNERALSERVICE CALL JEFF OR METALWITHSANCHEZSONATASILVERCASKET Sanchez WEDNESDAY AUGUST 3RD - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †MARIA LYDIA M. BROWN (61ST AN.) by Daughter †MERCEDITA JOSE PELAYO by Gonzales Family †ALEJANDRO SALINAS (1ST. AN.) By Dinora Morales-Mom THURSDAY AUGUST 4TH – LOS GARCIAS 6:00 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †ANGELA RAENELL REYES (16TH AN.) By Family †FLORENCIA & RAMON RODRIGUEZ By Family †REYNA DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS By Family ACCION DE GRACIAS AL SAGRADO CORAZON by Nelda FRIDAY AUGUST 5TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M †RENE GARZA by Lucille Garza & Family †JOSE ISRAEL MAGAÑA by Family †EULOGIO PEREZ (1ST AN.) by Su Familia †OLGA TREVIÑO (14TH AN.) by Su Familia †JULIETA CAMILA SAENZ By Juan C. & Estefania Saenz (Parents)
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In a collaborative effort with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Rio Grande City Public Library, Working on Working on Wellness Environments (WoW-E), Starr County, Healthy Nation in Parks: Creating a More Active America, Together and community leaders.
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Congratulations to Mia Alvarado from San Isidro Independent School District who was awarded the Sub 6A Female Athlete of the Year at 2022 All Valley Sports Awards Banquet.
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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 3, 2022, PAGE 3 Come back to campus for face-to-face classes or study from home. At South Texas College, you get to choose. Register Now for Summer and Fall at southtexascollege.edu LearnYourWay
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Rio Grande City Public Library’s StoryWalk™ is a way both with A&M and the RGC Parks & Rec staff the StoryWalk™ Planning Committee recently met StoryWalk™ sets to be lent out to organizations within Starr County. A StoryWalk™ consists of laminated pages from a children’s book installed on stands along an outdoor path. People walk along the story path and read the book as they go.
PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND TO CALL A GENERAL PUBLIC MEETING RIO WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION IS PREPARING AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING UNDER THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE RURAL DEVELOPMENT – RURAL UTILITIES SERVICE.
SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE
THE PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROOM AT THE RIO WSC OFFICE, 42 N. SUNTEX ROAD, RIO GRANDE CITY TEXAS 78582 AT 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022.
BY: Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, President
•For older children who are using booster seats with lap belts, ensure the belt is across the pelvic area and the shoulder belt strap is placed across the shoulder. It should never be placed along a child’s neck or abdominal area. It should never be used under the arm or behind the back as it could cause severe injury in a crash.
THE PROJECT WILL CONSIST OF IMPROVEMENTS TO THE CORPORATIONS WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. THESE FUNDS WILL ALLOW THE CORPORATION TO CONSTRUCT THE FOLLOWING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE WATER SYSTEM: IMPROVEMENTS AT THE RAW WATER INTAKE CONSISTING OF A SECOND RAW WATER INLET SCREEN, AIR BURST SYSTEM AND RAW WATER PUMP IMPROVEMENTS, CONSTRUCTION OF A 6.5 MILLION GALLON RAW WATER RESERVOIR, EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING WATER TREATMENT CAPACITY FROM 2.0 MGD TO 3 MGD, REHABILITATION OF THE EXISTING SURFACE WATER TREATMENT PLANT AND ALVAREZ STANDPIPE, INSTALLATION OF CHEMICAL INJECTION EQUIPMENT AND PUMP REPLACEMENTS AT ALVAREZ BOOSTER STATION, INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATED METER READING SYSTEM, INSTALLATION OF 18,750 FEET OF NEW 8-INCH WATER MAIN ALONG NORTH ALVAREZ RD, INSTALLATION OF 4,000 FEET OF NEW 8-INCH MAIN ALONG U.S. HWY 83 WEST OF ALVAREZ RD, INSTALLATION OF 2,140 FEET OF 3-INCH MAIN ALONG PORRAS BROTHERS RD, AND LOOPING OF VARIOUS DEAD-END MAINS IN THE WATER SYSTEM. THESE WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS ARE NEEDED TO IMPROVE WATER SYSTEM OPERATIONS AND TO REMAIN IN COMPLIANCE WITH TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY RULES AND THEREGULATIONS.APPLICATION
•Do not purchase a car seat if you are not aware of the history (i.e. yard sales, social media platforms, etc.).
The best way to keep young children safe in your vehicle is to make sure they’re properly buckled up. Select a car seat that’s appropriate for your children’s age andDPSsize.offers the following tips to ensure children are properly restrained in a vehicle: •When selecting a car seat for your child, ensure it fits in your vehicle properly before purchasing it.
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The Board of Trustees of South Texas College will meet on the 23rd day of August 2022, at 5:00 p.m., at the Pecan Campus, Ann Richards Administration Building, Second Floor in the Board Room at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., McAllen, Texas for the purpose of conducting a Public Hearing for the general public to be present and participate in the Hearing relating to the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 South Texas College Budget. A copy of the proposed budget may be viewed at the Office of the Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services located at 3201 W. Pecan Blvd., Ann Richards Administration Building, Second Floor, Room 230, McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas. At the termination of the Public Hearing, the Board of Trustees of South Texas College may adopt the budget for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 at such meeting or may adopt the budget at a subsequent meeting. If any person needs special accommodations as specified under the Americans With Special Disabilities Act, please contact the Office of the President of South Texas College at (956) 872-8366 at least 72 hours prior to the date of the meeting.
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING FOR SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE
•Model good behavior, make sure you are wearing your seat belt so your children will know it’s the right thing to do. •Infant car seats should always be rear-facing, and never used forward-facing.•Besuretocheck the maximum height and weight limits of the car seat, so children may be properly transitioned to the next one.
•Texas law states all children younger than 8 years old, unless taller than 4’9”, are required to be in the appropriate car seat whenever they ride in a passenger vehicle. The car seat MUST be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.•Children 8 years and older must be in a seat belt, if an adult hasn’t properly restrained a child, they can receive a ticket. Request installation assistance from a National Child Passenger Safety Technician at one of our local DPS offices. You can find additional information on the DPS website.
PROCESS REQUIRES A PUBLIC MEETING TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT. THE PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD TO GIVE THE CITIZENRY AN OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME ACQUAINTED WITH THE PROPOSED PROJECT AND TO COMMENT ON SUCH ITEMS AS ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS, SERVICE AREAS AND ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT.
DPS offers tips to ensure children are properly restrained in a vehicle
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San Isidro ISD 8th Grade Class Travels to Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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The Isidro Independent School District 8th Grade Class celebrated their last days in Jr. High by taking a trip to Six Flags Fiesta Texas. you, Mr. Cristobal Vela and Mrs. Paula Guzman, for arranging the outing for the students.
PUBLIC NOTICE 2020 KUBOTA UTV RTVX1100C RED/BLACK SERIAL #57560 VIN: A5KC2GDBPLG057560 Medina Electric Cooperative is seeking a Apprentice 1 Lineman at its Rio Grande City Office. Must have a valid TX driver’s license and reside within 30 minutes of the Rio Grande City office. Salary negotiable based on skills and experience. See Careers at www.medinaec.org for job description, application, and benefits. Job closes at 5 pm on August 12th. Only qualified applicants will be considered. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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 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 Juan Ochoa at 956-488-9789, 112 Old Military Rd., Garciasville, TX 78547 for information concerning vehicles.
STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 3, 2022, PAGE 6 On May 27, 2022 Esmeralda F. Solis Filed an A davit of Adverse Possession for A tract of land containing 3. 54 ACRES OUT OF TRACT 55, SHARE 55, PORCION 95, ANCIENT JURISDICTION OF CAMARGO, MEXICO, NOW, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, R. QUINTANILLA, ORIGINAL GRANTEE, ABSTRACT 145. In the Real Property Records of Starr County. Perfect for hunting & grazing animals. Windmill farm royalties included.$6500 per acre. Call Rene RANCH361-231-0405HinojosaFORSALE46ACRESinGuerra,TXoofJavalinRD.$500WITHNEWLYFORDUPLEXRENTRENOVATEDGRANITETOPS3bdrm.,2bath,OffofLosAlvarezRd.,RGC.$750mo.+dep.1yrlease. (956) 844-0650 Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by JR’s Wrecker Service, LLC and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicle within forty five (45) days after date of this notice and make payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from the placing of vehicle in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Contact JR’s at 956-844-9690, 50 Victor Garcia Road, Roma, TX 78584 for information concerning vehicle.
PUBLIC NOTICE 2014 MAZDA 6 RED VIN# JM1GJ1W63E1140901 SE RENTA APARTAMENTO 2 recamaras, 1 baño, estufa y ref., entre Efren Ramirez y Hwy 83. Para mas información llame: (956) 208-0090 STK# 24191A 2020 Chevy Blazer LT People across the Valley come home to Rio Motor Co. for big savings and family-friendly service! No Matter Where You Live, Come Home! www.riomotors.com (956) 487-2596 · 1-800-509-0003 Rolando 956-416-8945FloresPaco 956-208-1821Cantu STK#24185A ONLY 16K MILES!!! LIKE NEW!NICE! 2020 GMC Terrain Denali STK# 24188A 2019 Ford Fusion SEL CherokeeJEEP2020 Latitude STK# 24056A Like New! Like New!MANAGERCERTIFIED$PECIAL MANAGER $PECIAL STK# 23694B JUST ARRIVED GLCMercedes-Benz2019300JUST ARRIVED $26,995 $28,995 CALL CALL CALL
, by: AMALIA SANTANA dba LAS PALMAS DRIVE THRU, to be located at 106 EMBASSY ST., RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS. NOTICE
STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, AUGUST 3, 2022, PAGE 7 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
South Texas College (STC) a.m. 2022 3:00 p.m. STC 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste McAllen, Texas CSP available beginning on August 03, 2022. The documents be obtained from RGV 519 South Broadway, McAllen, Texas 956-686-1525) upon the deposit of a refundable check in the amount of $100.00 payable to South Texas College. The deposit check will be returned if project are in good condition, within ten (10) days after the proposal deadline.
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Roma FFA Holds Trash Pickup
CONFERENCE TIME STC Purchasing Department & LOCATION: 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste 142 McAllen, Texas 78501 PROPOSAL DEADLINE & August 18,
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Proposals received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the CSP number and name of the project.
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In late May the Roma FFA Chapter conducted another community service project. Roma FFA adopted Athens Street during their 1st Annual FFA Banquet. FFA members got together and volunteered their Saturday morning to assist in the cleaning of Athens Street. This was their inaugural clean up and it was a great success. They look forward to keeping Athens St. clean and free of trash! Thanks to Joey Ramon and his students for their leadership in these initiatives!!
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Proposals shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or acceptable bidder’s bond, payable to South Texas College, in an amount not less than five (5%) percent of the proposed project amount.
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.
is accepting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) for the following PROJECTproject:NAME: Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence: Flammable Liquid and Gas Fire Training Area, Canopies for Students, Instructors, and Safety Training Vehicles Project No. 22-23-1007 PRE-PROPOSAL August 11, 2022 @ 10:00
With kids out on summer break, they may face tough decisions about alcohol and underage drinking. Show them you will be by their side through it all by starting the conversation. Remember: When parents create supportive and nurturing environments, children make better decisions. For tips on how to talk to children about underage drinking, please visit www.samhsa.gov Message from the Starr County Community Coalition, SCAN
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¿Necesitas ayuda de PROVIDER en tu casa, o conoces a alguien que necesita PROVIDER? HABLEME: OMAR REYES (956) 533-9001CONSULTA GRATIS Pero, tienen miedo a pedir por temor de perder su propiedad. Sabias que existen cosas a su favor para que eso no suceda. Cristina Vargas (956) 500-0101 AIR3G’sCONDITIONING EPA Certi ed Technicians • Lic#TACLB023317C FREE ESTIMATES • ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARD ACCEPTED (956) 317-1099 • (956) 263-1770 Your Rheem Pro Partner in Rio Grande City 0% FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR 36 MONTHS WITH APPROVEDINTERESTCREDIT $AVE ON YOUR ELECTRIC BILL!!! UP GRADE TO MORE EFFICIENT UNITS SERVING STARR COUNTY SINCE 2003 YOUR ONLY STARR COUNTY RHEEM PRO PARTNER 2 TON-$2,730 2 1/2 TON $2,940 3 TON $3,050 3 1/2 TON $3,175 4 TON $3,475 • 5 TON $3,800 HURRY PRICES GOOD FOR A LIMITED TIME 10 YEARS PARTS WARRANTY - IN ALL NEW INSTALLATIONS HIRINGNOW Arroyo:5065 Hwy. 83 ste. A - 956-570-0702 RGC: 4370 E. Hwy 83 Ste. B - 956-309-3549NOW OPEN NOW OPEN Roma: 834 E. Grant St. Ste. C - 956-570-0701 Escobares: 4522 East Hwy 83 Ste A. 956-429-5625 Penitas - 1715 Expressway 83 Suite A-2 Penitas Tx- 956-424-0133 103 W. 2nd Street Rio Grande City, Tx 956-488-016078582 You’re in good hands. Auto • Home • Business • Life Hablamos Español
