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Congratulations to the Roma High School Mighty Gladiator Powerlifting Team! They had an awesome showing are their meet in Laredo. The Girls Team took home 1st Place and the Boys Team took home 2nd Place. Roma High are super proud of these hardworking student athletes! Thanks to Coach Arce for the report. Girls Medalist - 1st Place: Aryam Benitez, Dianna Cantu, Melanie Pena, Kayleen Perez, and Briseida Robles. 2nd Place: Yanelly Garza and Clarissa Garcia. 3rd Place: Mariela Moreno and Cielo Hernandez. 6th Place: Janella Benitez, Janie Lopez, and Kamila Acosta. Boys Medalist - 1st Place: Artemio Belmontes, Alexis “Chach” Alaniz, Nick Paez, and Rene Hernandez. 2nd Place: Diego Diaz. 3rd Place: Ediel Garcia and Rene Aguirre. 6th Place: Roby Benitez and Elian Cruz.
Veterans Middle School 8th Grade Baseball Team Play at the Tridistrict Championship
Celebrating success! Grulla Middle School Mariachi Juvenil De America shines with their 3rd place trophy at the 2023 National Mariachi Extravaganza Middle School Competition. Kudos to the outstanding mariachi directors and talented students for their remarkable achievements!
Runners Morgan Ramos and Hector Peña Received Awards at RGVCCCA Banquet
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Veterans Middle School 8th grade baseball team showcased their progress in the tridistrict championship, securing victory 5-4 in the final game of the season. The boys displayed exceptional skill and teamwork, leaving an indelible mark on the field as they played with determination and heart. Congratulations!!!
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Congratulations go out to Morgan Ramos and Hector Peña for receiving awards at the Rio Grande Valley Cross Country Association Banquet. At the RGVCCCA Banquet, Morgan Ramos was named to the All-Valley Second Team, and Hector Peña was named to All-Valley Third Team. Both runners were awarded this honor by placing in the top 21 spots in their respective races. We at Rio Grande City High School are proud of both Hector’s and Morgan’s accomplishments and wish them both continued success.
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Starr County Officials and Staff Welcome ICS Pilgrims
Immaculate Conception School students stopped by the Starr County Courthouse as part of the pilgrimage for their posada. Starr County Officials and staff were on hand to welcome the students and sing along with them. The angelic voices of the children could be heard as they stood on the front of the courthouse warming the hearts of everyone who heard them. Thank you Immaculate Conception School administration and staff for providing educational excursions and for lighting up the courthouse with the children’ smiles and beautiful songs.
Pida a los 3 Ángeles San Miguel, Rafael y Gabriel. Prenda 3 velas blancas en un plato con agua y azúcar, haga su petición. A los tres días publique esta oración. Aunque no crea mire que pasa el cuarto día.
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Madre y Reina de Guadalupe, que nos cuidas y nos acompañas, que estás siempre con nosotros, enséñanos a vivir como tus hijos, imitando a Jesús. Bendice todas nuestras buenas intenciones, bendice nuestro trabajo de cada día, cuida a nuestras familias, ampara a nuestros niños y jóvenes, sana a nuestros enfermos y fortalece a nuestros ancianos. Llévanos de tu mano a Jesús. Amén. S. G.
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Congratulations to Roma High School Swimming and Diving Team on their Great Performance
Congratulations to the Roma High School Swimming and Diving Team on their great performance at the championship meet at Brownsville SNOWcase Aquatic Center. The Girls Team earned 4th place and Boys Team earned 6th place. The team continues to work hard and have been very dedicated throughout their practices, swimming their personal bests in their performances. They will continue to work hard towards district. Their coaches are beyond proud of their work ethic!
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS South Texas College (STC) hereby requests sealed qualifications for the following: STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR SERVICES AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE SERVICES
Sealed responses to this Request for Qualifications will be received until 3:00 p.m., January 28, 2024, at the South Texas College Purchasing Department located at 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 145, McAllen, Texas 78501. Requests for Statement of Qualifications packets may be obtained via email at stcpurchasing@southtexascollege.edu or the Purchasing Department located at 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N-145, McAllen, Texas, or by calling (956) 872-4681. Any questions on the Statement of Qualifications may be directed to Becky Cavazos, Director of Purchasing, at (956) 872-4681 or email at beckyc@ southtexascollege.edu. Responses received after the aforementioned deadline shall not be considered. The College will evaluate responses on the basis of the technical ability, experience, and ability to perform the work. 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. Vendors are encouraged to visit South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website at https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login to complete the Bonfire 2-part vendor registration for receiving solicitations. Response packages must clearly show the following: RFQ No. 23-24-1033 Request for Statement of Qualifications Financial Advisor Services and Continuing Disclosure Services
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LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND M A LT B E V E R A G E R E TA I L E R ’ S O F F PREMISE PERMIT (BQ) by: JAIME SALINAS, d b a L A PA S A D I TA CONVENIENCE STORE to be l ocat e d a t 3 2 9 5 RAMIREZ ST., ROMA, S TA R R C O U N T Y, TEXAS.
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.
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TxDOT urges Texans to find a sober ride - don’t drink and drive! The holiday season is officially started, with lots of office parties, neighborhood open houses and family dinners. For the friends and families of the 1,246 people killed last year in Texas by drunk drivers, the holidays this year (and for many years to come) will be a time of grief and sadness. Starting Dec. 1, 2022, there were 108 people killed and 229 people seriously injured in just 32 days in DUI-alcohol related crashes across the state. All of these families suffered painful memories that will last a lifetime.
“Don’t turn your holiday event into a life-changing tragedy by drinking and driving,” said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams. “A safe and sober ride should be at the top of your list when making plans with family and friends. If not, you risk your job, your life and the lives of others. It’s just not worth it.” Drunk driving crashes are completely preventable, yet they can cause physical, emotional and financial consequences that last for years. If you drink any amount of alcohol this holiday season, never get behind the wheel. Instead, designate a sober driver, use a
rideshare service or taxi, stay put, call a friend or family member, or use public transportation to ensure you get home safely. To remind Texans about the serious consequences of drunk driving and to always find a sober ride, TxDOT is bringing a mobile video exhibit across the state in a series of holiday-themed outreach events. Each interactive stop will feature powerful video testimonials from people who have dealt firsthand with the consequences of drunk driving, either as an offender or survivor. These stories and tips on finding a sober ride can be found at https:// www.soberrides.org/media-center/ To encourage everyone to enjoy the holidays without drinking and driving, TxDOT’s Drive Sober. No Regrets. campaign will include PSAs on TV, radio, billboards and online, and at bars, restaurants and convenience stores statewide. The campaign runs in support of a heightened law enforcement period from Dec. 16 through Jan. 1, when more officers are on the road looking for drunk drivers. The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3). This information was received and processed by the department as of August 16, 2023.
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Roma ISD Gladiator LIFE Center NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Students Learn to Make Buñuelos Notice is hereby given that the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Roma will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 5:30 P.M. at the Roma City Council Chambers, located at 201 W Convent Ave, Roma, Texas to consider the following case(s): 1) Yolanda Garza, owner, has filed a request for a Life-of-Use Conditional Use Permit to allow a Group Day Care Services Establishment in a Suburban Residential District (SF). The property is legally described as Lot 5, Block 2, Vera Subdivision, Roma, Starr County, Texas. The property is located at 253 South Ash Avenue. (CUP#2302)
Roma ISD Gladiator LIFE Center students received a lesson on making buñuelos from a graduated peer, Eduardo Ortiz, and his mother Consuelo. The buñuelos were extremely crunchy and delicious! (Thanks to Blanca Garza for the report.)
The City Council for the City of Roma will be holding a Public Hearing for this item on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., at the Roma City Council Chambers, located at 201 W. Convent Ave., Roma, Texas.
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Fort Ringgold 1st South Fort Ringgold Rio Grande City, TX Age Categories 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Over Awards to the top 3 in each age category (male and female) and best apparel. Trophies to both Overall Male & Female Winners, and to the school with the most participants Same Day Registration 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. 5k Starts @ 7:00 p.m. Sharp T-Shirt Dead Line: December 20, 2023 • 5k Run/Walk • 18 and Under Preregistration and Day of Event $5.00 • 19 and Over Preregistration $15.00 Day of Event $20.00 • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk • 18 and Under Preregistration & Day of Event $5.00 • 19 and Over Preregistration $10.00 Day of Event $15.00
For more information contact Coach Joe Ramirez (210) 380-4130 or Coach Ricardo Altahif (956) 500-1502
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Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year!
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Happy
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From our family to yours, we want to wish everyone the best during this blessed, joyous occasion. May your Christmas sparkle with moments of love, laughter, and goodwill, and may the year be full of contentment and joy.
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