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Lady Gator JV Basketball Team Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman to Retire June 30, 2022 District 32-4A Champions Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman submitted his letter of retirement to the Board of Trustees, effective on June 30, 2022. Guzman’s announcement comes after more than 3 decades of serving and leading the district.

In his 8 years at the helm of Roma ISD, Guzman is credited with raising the district’s state and national profile, earning the district recognition as one of the highest academically performing school districts in the State of Texas. In 2019, Guzman earned the title of the Region 1 Regional Superintendent of the Year for his commitment to excellence in education and passion for motivating students. In 2016, Guzman was named to the Texas Education Agency’s Rural School Support Task Force based on Roma ISD’s outstanding achievement in academics, financial management and willingness to innovate.

Superintendent Guzman’s leadership abilities have been recognized by his peers earning Congratulations to the Grulla High School Lady Gator JV Basketball Team on officially becoming the him the role of UIL Region 15 District 32-4A Champions on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. They went 17 and 1 for the duration of their Chairperson and UIL Area G season, and 9 and 1 in district play. RGCGISD are so proud of your hard work and dedication to the game! Chairperson.

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Under his leadership, Roma ISD has earned a variety of state and national accolades including two U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Schools, H-E-B’s Excellence in Education Small School District of the Year, and being a Texas Honor Roll District.

In 2021, the internationally recognized Roma ISD Mariachi Nuevo Santander was showcased as part of President Biden’s inauguration activities.

Guzman is a native of Roma, Texas, graduating from Roma High GUZMAN, page 4

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Roma ISD Orchestra Program Shines at Congratulations to R. T. Barrera Regional UIL Competition, 6 Headed to State Velia Canales on School Honors a great showing!! Super Reader

Congrats to Leah Garza, who is the first Super Reader of the year at R. T. Barrera Elementary School! Leah Garza has read more than 1,000,000 words. Way to go Leah!!

Congratulations to the Roma High School Orchestra Program students that competed at the UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest. Out of the 20 students that competed, 16 students earned a Division 1 Rating of superior, and 6 of those students earned the opportunity to advance to the UIL Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest! The

Gladiator Nation is very proud of these student musicians for all of their hard work preparing for this event. A big thank you goes to their parents for all the support and their directors for their devoted work.

Students that earned a Division 1 and are advancing to state include Hannah Garza, Ociel Barrera,

Nancy Ramirez, Alec VazquezKanhere, Jacinto Vazquez, and Steven Velasquez.

Students that earned a Division 1 Rating include Arantza Cab, Leo Canales, Jose Eliserio, Kymberly Garza, Victor Guerra, Rene Hernandez, Ximena Monctezuma, Calista Moreno, Adriana Ramirez, and Brizeida Ramos.

Congratulations to Velia Canales for placing 9th in the Open Simbrah Show and 13th in the Jr. Simbrah Show at the 2022 San Antonio Livestock Show. Keep up the amazing work.

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Obituary

Jose Guadalupe Rivas, Jr. Sept. 26, 1966 † Feb. 8, 2022 Jose Guadalupe Rivas, Jr., age 55, better known by the name of Joey, by his loved ones and friends, passed away on February 8, 2022 after a brief illness.

Joey was born on September 26, 1966 to Guadalupe Rivas and Alicia Gonzalez Rivas in Mission, TX. After Joey graduated from Rio Grande City High School in 1985, he served in the United States Army. After his Honorable Discharge, he obtained his BA in History and Political Science at Pan American University in Edinburg, TX. He then went on to study Law at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, TX. After graduating with a degree in Law, he served as Starr County Assistant District Attorney. After

gaining some valuable experience in this position, he went into private practice as a successful and respected attorney. He also partnered with friends on a variety of business ventures.

In 1997 Joey met Margaret (Maggie) Erales from El Paso, TX. Joey and Maggie had one son, Justinian Alexander Rivas, in 2007. Maggie and Justinian were Joey’s whole world.

Joey will best be remembered for his joy of life, quick wit, intelligence, and humor.

He was always ready to help anyone. He was very generous and loved spoiling his son and wife.

Joey was predeceased by his parents, Guadalupe and Alicia Rivas, his maternal grandparents, Jose and Cristina Gonzalez, and his paternal grandparents, Luciano and Rosalinda Rivas. He is survived by his wife Maggie, his son Justinian, and his sister Virginia (Jeanna) Ruth Rivas Martinez.

A memorial service to celebrate Joey’s life is pending and will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Palm Valley Animal Shelter in Mcallen, TX. Joey was a dog lover his entire life and leaves behind two furbabies, Splenda and Benji, who miss him dearly.

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by Wife & Children †ELEAZAR OLIVARES by ICC THURSDAY FEBRUARY 24TH I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †SUSIE GARZA by Mom & Sisters †VIOLA & NICEFORO SOLIS

by Family †ERASMO LOPEZ (AN.)

by Lopez Family †HECTOR LOPEZ, SR. (AN.)

by Lopez Family †ELEAZAR OLIVARES by ICC FRIDAY FEBRUARY 25TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. †APOLONIO & ELIDA CREMAR

by Ana Lisa Garza & Family †ELEAZAR OLIVARES by ICC SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26TH I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †JACINTO GARCIA

by Familia Morales †JOSE GUADALUPE BRISEÑO

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School in 1983 and earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The University of Texas PanAmerican. He began working at Roma ISD in 1986 as an English teacher at Roma Jr. High School, promoted in 1993 to assistant principal of that school. In 1997 Guzman was named the principal of Roma Middle School. In 2005, Guzman was selected to join the district’s administrative team as the Director of Student Improvement, a position through which he helped the district realize positive increases in student testing and overall academic performance.

In 2014, Guzman was selected from among 16 candidates as

Magdaleno Martinez 22 de julio de 1928 † 15 de febrero de 2022

Nos dejaste el regalo más bonito, el amor de tu hermoso corazón. Con ternura y con fuerza recibiste el llamado de Dios con devoción. Sabemos que Dios guarda tu alma y descansaras en paz. Con tu amor vamos a poder seguir siempre unidos como tu nos lo pediste, hasta el día que tengamos que partir. Te queremos y te extrañamos Apa. La familia Martinez deseamos expresar nuestras más sinceras gracias por todas sus atenciones durante el tiempo de nuestro dolor. Gracias a familiares, amigos y vecinos por sus oraciones, tarjetas, arreglos �lorales y comida. Muchas gracias y que Dios siempre los bendiga.

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 27TH – L.G. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SUNDAY FEBRUARY 27TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †ALISIA PEÑA CASTAÑEDA

by Gloria De Loera †MA. FELISITAS VALLE GONZALEZ by Gloria De Loera †MANUEL GARZA SAENZ

by Su Familia †JOSE GUADALUPE GARZA RAMIREZ by Su Familia SUNDAY FEBRUARY 27TH – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †SERGIO FLORES by Mary Lopez †VALENTIN & SEVERINA RODRIGUEZ by Cecilio & Becky Rodriguez †CARLOS A. REX by Mary B. Lopez

†MARIA ANA GARZA (1ST AN.)

by MRL †GUADALUPE TIJERINA

by Flores Family 5:00 P.M. †RENATO CHAVEZ

by Wife & Family †TRINIDAD S. HERNANDEZ (5TH AN.) by His Wife & Children †MARIA CLARA TREVIÑO (3RD AN.)

by Her Mother, Sisters & Brothers †SOCORRO HERNANDEZ (12TH AN.)

by Su Familia MONDAY FEBRUARY 28TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ELIAS CHAPA VILLARREAL

by Wife & Children †SARA G, BRUNNER

by Mr. & Mrs. Rene Smith Jr. †G. FRANZ BRUNNER

by Mr. & Mrs. Rene Smith Jr. †GUADALUPE SMITH

by Mr. & Mrs. Rene Smith Jr. TUESDAY MARCH 1ST – I.C.C. 6.00 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

GUZMAN Continued from Front Page

Tarjeta de Agradecimiento En Memoria de

†LORETA H. PEÑA (14TH AN.)

by Su Familia †DAVID OLIVARES GARZA

by Su Familia †CHRIS D. SAENZ

by Cecilio & Becky Rodriguez

Roma ISD’s Superintendent.

Board President Ricardo A. Perez praised the Guzman’s contributions to the district stating that his legacy of success will have a lasting impact on Roma ISD. The Roma ISD Board of Trustees will immediately begin to search for a Superintendent of Schools with the goal to hire a new superintendent prior to Guzman’s last date of employment with the district, which is June 30, 2022.

The goal of the board is to select a candidate that will ensure that a high-quality education continues to be available to all children of the community of the best school district in South Texas, Roma ISD.

One in four children lives in a family with a parent addicted to drugs or alcohol. That translates into 18.25 million children who need help eliminating the adverse impact of parental addiction.

Children of addiction are more likely than others to have emotional, psychological, or physical problems related to their childhood. As such, they need the support of caring adults to bring awareness, hope, and ultimately healing.

Here are six ways you can make a difference:

1. Be caring and consistent (and do not pry).

2. Remember: children love their parents (even if they have said or done terrible things).

3. Remind them (repeatedly) it is not their fault.

4. Look beyond a child’s behavior (instead ask why).

5. Help kids learn to deal with their emotions (in a healthy way).

6. Let kids be kids. (encourage silliness!)

For more information, please visit the National Association of Children of Addiction (www. nacoa.org).

Message from the Starr County C o m m u n i t y Coalition.

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Roma ISD School Board Honors February 2022 Wall of Fame Students

Congratulations to the February 2022 Wall of Fame students honored by the Roma ISD School Board! Roma ISD’s Gladiator Wall of Fame Program shines the light on exemplary students, who are selected for the honor based on citizenship, leadership, academics

Leonardo Cantu, Sandalio Elizondo, and Amanda Guerra of F. J. Scott Elementary School; Dariana A. Cruz, Sofia Garcia, and

and extracurricular activities. The honorees include: Arely Gil, Iris Loredo,Galilea Paz, Samantha Ramirez, and Alyssa Yere of Roma High School; Joziel Diaz, Juan C. Perales, and Gerardo Tamez of Ramiro Barrera Middle School; Mario Canales,

Derek J. Moya, and Allison Ochoa of Roma Middle School; Tristan Gamez, Alexa Montemayor, and Amara Pena of Delia G. Garcia Elementary School; Danniel Garcia, Dayleen A. Ramirez, and Evan Vazquez-Kanhere of Emma Vera Elementary School;

Amabel Ramirez of R. T. Barrera Elementary School; Daniel I. Gonzalez, Samary D. Moreno, and Jesus A. Rios of R. & C. Saenz

Elementary School; and Rionie Garza, Litxzy Hernandez, and Valentina Ramirez of Veterans Memorial Elementary School.

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LEGAL NOTICE

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces the public comment period on our February 15, 2022 proposed listing and designation of critical habitat for prostrate milkweed (Asclepias prostrata), a flowering plant, under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. We propose to list prostrate milkweed as an endangered species and designate approximately 691.3 acres in Starr and Zapata Counties, Texas, as critical habitat. Documents associated with this proposal are available on the Internet at http://www.regulations. gov at Docket No. FWS-R2-ES-2021-0041, or by contacting the Texas Coastal Ecological Services Field Office, 17629 El Camino Real #211, Houston, TX 77058, telephone 281–286–8282. Public comments must be received by April 18, 2022.

Texans Invited to Free Virtual Alzheimer’s Educational Conference on March 9 Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free virtual Alzheimer’s educational conference for Texas residents on Wednesday, March 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. CST as part of its 2022 national Educating America Tour. The conference, which is free and open to everyone, will allow participants to learn from, and ask questions of, health and caregiving experts. To register, go to www.alzfdn.org/tour.

“Knowledge is a useful and powerful tool that can help make any situation easier to navigate, especially something as challenging as caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President & CEO. “Connecting families with useful,

PUBLIC NOTICE COMPETITIVE RFP GENERAL MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE FEDERAL AND STATE FUNDING STREAMS

The City of La Grulla is planning on submitting grant and/or loan funding applications to multiple Federal and State agencies, and as such, is requesting Competitive Request for Proposals (RFP)(RFQ) for Professional General Management Services associated with preparation of grant applications and program management and implementation of the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), United

States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

(TDHCA) and other Federal and/or State funding streams as available.

RFPs/RFQs must be received in the City Hall no later than Friday, February 25, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. and must be addressed and sent to the City Hall, 194 South FM 2360, La Grulla, Texas 78548. RFPs/ RFQs will be opened in the same location and scored prior to the selection and awarding of contracts at the next City Council meeting.

RFPs/RFQs will be opened in the same location at 4:31 p.m. on the deadline date.

Interested Offerors may request a copy of the RFP/RFQ packet by calling City Hall at 956-487-3341 or e-mailing your request to y.garcia@cityofgrulla.com The City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

practical information and support that can help them now and be better prepared for the future is what this conference is all about.

Whether Alzheimer’s is affecting your family, you are a caregiver or just want to learn more, you can participate in this free virtual conference from the comfort of your home or office.”

Sessions during the AFA virtual conference will include: •Alzheimer’s Disease: In Search of a Cure - George Perry, Ph.D., will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s disease, an update on Alzheimer’s research and clinical trials, and what we can expect on the horizon. Dr. Perry is a Professor of Biology and the Semmes Foundation Distinguished University Chair in Neurobiology at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is also a member of AFA’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board.

•Navigating Challenging Behaviors Associated with

Dementia – Dr. Laura Novak, OTD, OTR, BCG, will teach caregivers how to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviors associated with dementia.

She will also guide them as to how to apply targeted strategies to their specific situations in order to address these care challenges. Dr. Novak is an Occupational Therapist specializing in gerontology. She is Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio).

•Healing Trauma in Caregivers of Persons with Advanced Dementia – Alzheimer’s disease not only affects those living with the disease but it impacts the caregivers as well. They often experience trauma and caregiver burnout. Catherine C. Stansbury, LMSW, EMDR, PAC, will discuss trauma therapy for caregivers and how it assists the brain’s natural healing process. Catherine is an EMDR Trained Therapist, PAC

Certified Independent Consultant, Certified Practitioner of The Myers & Briggs Foundation, and a Social Worker and Therapist with Divine Mercy Counseling in Austin, TX. There will also be a photo slideshow, presented by Carmen Davailus, a retired nurse practitioner; visual artist; and Founder/President of Doggies for Dementia Foundation. She inspires people through photography and storytelling and captures family memories and raises awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

For more information or to register, go to www.alzfdn.org/ tour. Those who cannot participate in the virtual conference or have immediate questions about Alzheimer’s disease can connect with licensed social workers seven days a week through AFA’s National Toll-Free Helpline by calling 866232-8484 or web chatting at www. alzfdn.org by clicking the blue and white chat icon in the right-hand corner of the page.

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF STARR COUNTY ANNOUNCES A PUBLIC HEARING Date: Thursday March 3, 2022 Time: 2:30 p.m.

Place: Housing Authority of Starr County Office 1988 N. Charco Blanco Road Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 The purpose of the hearing is to obtain input from the city residents in reference to the FiveYear Agency Plan and Annual Plan to be submitted to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for fiscal year 2022. All residents are encouraged to attend this hearing. A copy of the Five-Year Agency Plan and Annual Plan will be available for review from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. prior to the public hearing at the address below. Persons can also submit written comments prior to the public hearing to: Housing Authority of Starr County, 1988 N. Charco Blanco Road, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582. For further information, please call Luis R. Rios, Jr., Executive Director at 956-487-3216 The HASC is an equal opportunity employer.

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F. J. Scott Elementary & Ramiro Barrera Middle School to Represent Roma ISD at Regional Battle of Books Competition

Congratulations to Roma ISD District Battle of the Books Champions!

F. J. Scott Elementary School Knights earned the title of Champ in the Roma ISD Elementary School Division and Ramiro Barrera Middle School Titans earned the title of Champ in the Roma ISD Middle School Division. Both schools will go on to the Regional Competitions next

month to represent The Gladiator promoting a love of reading and Nation. excellence in education through Roma ISD is very proud of all events like these. participants in the 2022 District Battle of the Books Competition.

All participating students had to read four books selected by a committee. The students had to understand many facets of each book in order to compete.

Thank you to the Roma ISD district librarians for continually

2022 Starr County Youth Fair

GIANT CARNIVAL February 23rd through February 27th, 2022

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

- Feb. 23rd - Feb. 24th - Feb. 25th - Feb. 26th - Feb. 27th

6pm-10pm* 5pm-Close* 3pm-Close* 12pm-Close* 2pm-10pm*

- Unlimited Rides $30 - Unlimited Rides $30 - Unlimited Rides $30 - Unlimited Rides $30 - Unlimited Rides $25

*All Unlimited Ride Specials are for all the hours Open for day purchased*

All Unlimited Ride Specials are advertised to “Close” rather than a time in event we must close earlier than scheduled.

For unseen circumstances, i.e. weather, attendance, crowd behavior or requests from local law officers.

READ ALL height requirements before you purchase!

Must me a minimum of “36 to ride. Some rides will require an adult with tickets or wristband to ride with.

**EVERYONE RIDING MUST HAVE TICKET OR WRISTBAND**

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Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Celebrates Presidents Day

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary School celebrating Presidents Day with delicious, Non-GMO cookies.

Thank you Mrs. P. Ramirez, and CNP for the sweet treat. Rio Nutrition Meals Rock!!!

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Roma ISD School Board Honors Mighty Lady Gladiator Volleyball Team

The Roma ISD School Board honored members of the Roma High Mighty Lady Gladiator Volleyball Team at their Board Recognition Meeting. The Lady Gladiators student athletes earned a spot in the state playoffs, nine ladies were named all-district players and five were chosen for the 2021 All-Academic Team! What a great season!!

FROM THE DESK OF HUMBERTO “BERT” GONZALEZ STARR COUNTY CLERK STARR COUNTY RESIDENTS ON BEHALF OF YOUR COUNTY CLERK HUMBERTO GONZALEZ, JR. IT IS MY DUTY TO INFORM YOU THAT IF YOU OWN LIVESTOCK AND HAVE A MARK AND BRAND FILED WITH OUR OFFICE YOU WILL HAVE TO RENEW IT. THE RENEWAL PERIOD IS AUGUST 31, 2021 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2022. IF YOU ARE TO HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL MY OFFICE AT 956-7164800 EXT 8033.

FEE: $26.00 (CHECKS, MONEY ORDERS OR CARD) THANK YOU HUMBERTO GONZALEZ, JR. STARR COUNTY CLERK

Rio Grande City Grulla ISD Career & Technical Education students continue the winning tradition at the San Antonio Livestock Show The Rio Grande City FFA breeding goat exhibitors at the San Antonio Livestock Show results are as follows:

Congratulations goes to Velia Canales for placing 9th in the Open Simbrah Show and 13th in the Jr. Simbrah Show at the 2022 San Antonio Livestock Show.

Keep up the amazing work.

Junior Commercial Doe Ayanna Garza - Class 1 11th place Naitssa Ramirez - Class 10 - 9th place Junior Percentage Doe Naitssa Ramirez • class 3 - 11th place • class 5 - 4th place Junior Fullblood Doe • class 10 - 1st place • class 10 - 2nd place • class 12 - 10th place • class 13 - 1st place • class 13 - 10th place • class 14 - 10th place

Reserve Overall Grand Champion Fullblood Doe Open show results Percentage Does Naitssa Ramirez • class 3 - 7th place • class 5 - 9th place Fullblood Does • class 10 - 1st place • class 10 - 2nd place • class 12 - 8th place • class 13 - 5th place • class 13 - 6th place • class 14 - 7th place

Great job by the RGC Jr. FFA members who participated in the 2022 San Antonio Beef Skill-athon. Participants are Nicolas Guerra, Diego Guerra, and Olivia Guerra. Congratulations keep up the awesome work.

The students from Rio Grande City High School are under the direction of Mrs. Randy Martin.

We are so proud of your hard work & dedication . The CTE Administration& staff & Rio Grande City High School principal & staff want to thank the agricultures student’s parents for their endless support.

Good luck this week at the Starr county youth fair.

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DPS Reminds Texans to Use iWatchTexas, Other Valuable Resources

The Starr County Fair is this week! On Friday, live music: Tropical EGAL OTICE del Bravo ~ Grupo Roble ~ Grupo Pegasso! And on Saturday: Imponente The Texas Department of Public important threat information to valuable resources on school safety ~ Los Garcia Bros. ~ Hometown Boys ~ Jaime de Anda! “Friends, Family Application has been made Safety (DPS) reminds students, the Texas School Safety Network. for parents and members of the and Fun” with carnival rides, vendors, great food, livestock and projects!

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JOB OPENING Program Support Specialist: The Starr Soil & Water Conservation District has an immediate opening for a program support specialist.

The individual hired will be required to provide support for the district and USDA programs, as well as work directly with customers to accept applications, answer Farm Bill eligibility questions, and provide feedback.

Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office & Quicken, preferred. The position is temporary and funded through a Cooperative Agreement and will be contracted at $10-$15 dollars an hour. Training will be provided, but any pertinent experience should be listed. To pick up an application come by the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) office located at 708 W Main Street, Ste. D, Rio Grande City, TX. To obtain or submit an electronic application please email starrcounty@swcd.texas.gov. All applications are due back to the NRCS office or electronically by: March 2, 2022. The Starr County SWCD is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please contact Robert Rodriguez Jr. at (956) 487-2511 Ext. 3

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with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND MALT RETAILERS PERMIT (BG), by: CARNES ASADAS EL ESTABLO LLC dba CARNES ASADAS EL ESTABLO, to be located at 5174 E. HIGHWAY 83, ROMA, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS. Owner of said LLC: JOSE IVAN GARZA.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 21-22-1046

Description Online Continuing Education Services

Date Due March 3, 2022

Time 2:00 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.

parents, teachers and other school administrators that the iWatchTexas program is a critical resource for reporting suspicious activity in schools and communities in order to help prevent dangerous attacks.

During the 2020-21 school year, there were no school shootings in Texas. By using the numerous resources available, everyone can continue working to prevent attacks by reporting any potential threats.

These resources include the iWatchTexas program, the Texas School Safety Center and, lastly, the Active Shooter Alert, if an attack is underway.

“School safety is a top priority for DPS, and iWatchTexas makes it easier for people to report anything suspicious that may indicate a potential threat,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We must remain vigilant to ensure our children and teachers are safe when they head to school. If anyone sees anything suspicious, it is critical for them to report it with this user-friendly tool. It may ultimately save lives.”

The iWatchTexas program is a partnership between communities and law enforcement and uses citizen-sourced tips on suspicious activity to thwart potential criminal acts.

DPS saw three times as many reports made through iWatchTexas in 2021 compared to 2020, as schools began going back to inperson learning. iWatchTexas is a valuable tool for school safety reporting, because it adds

DPS is then able to use all of the available information to provide greater situational awareness and increase sharing between schools and law enforcement agencies, while still protecting the privacy of the student.

In 2021, there were numerous instances in which reports to iWatchTexas resulted in collaboration between local, state and federal law enforcement, school districts, mental health professionals and parents or legal guardians to intervene with atrisk students and prevent possible incidents at schools.

This included an incident in September 2021, when a member of the public saw social media posts involving a teen in San Patricio County and made a report via iWatchTexas. DPS and law enforcement agencies in San Patricio County investigated the posts, which revealed the teen had killed his family and was planning an attack on his school, as well.

Tips can be reported via the website, the free iOS or Android mobile app or by calling 844-6432251. All reports are confidential.

Remember, iWatchTexas is not for emergencies. If there is an emergency on a school campus or in a community, call 911 immediately. Also, the program can be used to report suspicious activity in areas other than schools.

The Texas School Safety Center is another useful tool for school security. It’s part of Texas State University and offers

school community. It’s designed to be a central location for research, training and technical information for all school districts, charter schools and community colleges in the state. The Texas School Safety Center has staff experienced in school safety and can provide technical assistance or training, conduct program evaluations or offer resources to schools. Classes are also available online for the community.

Finally, on Sept. 1, 2021, DPS implemented the Active Shooter Alert System. This is not schoolspecific but could be used in the event of a shooting at or near a school. The newly-implemented alert system is designed to notify people in close proximity to an active shooter situation through cell phones, local broadcast media and Texas Department of Transportation Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), to encourage people to avoid the area or shelter-inplace.

DPS will issue an Active Shooter Alert when an agency submits a request that meets the requirements. Those include an active shooter in the agency’s jurisdiction, determining that the alert would assist people near the active shooter’s location, verification of the active shooter situation through a preliminary investigation by the requesting agency and that the shooter’s last known location is identifiable.

Texans can work together to keep our schools safe.

Starr County Precinct 2: Advertisement and Invitation for Bids “Reconstruction of Salineño Community Center Phase #1” Starr County Pct. 2 is requesting bids for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and performance of all work required for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Outer Face or Front Entrance to the Salineño Community Center. The project consists of demolishing and reconstructing the front entrance to the community center.

Bid Documents and Information towards the reconstruction may be obtained at the office of Commissioner Peña in Roma, Texas. The office is located at 500 East Grant St. Roma, Texas at Roma Motor Mart.

Bids will be received until 10:00 a.m. on March 9, 2022 after 10:00 a.m. bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Starr County Pct. 2 office.

The County of Starr reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by Starr County Pct. 2 for a period not to exceed 30 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award. All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from are ineligible for participation.

Bidders / Contractor shall be an Equal Opportunity Firm and practice nondiscrimination.

All Bidders/ Contractors must present proper documentation of capability adequate staffing and experience to perform the tasks required. Starr County supports the submission of Bids from historically underutilized businesses. All qualified bidders will receive consideration for selection without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and handicap or as otherwise provided by applicable law.

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R. T. Barrera Elementary School Teachers Ready to Serve Student Needs Teachers at R. T. Barrera Elementary School opted to have some extra work days this year. They are so committed to ensuring the students get the help they need this year they voted to have extra planning days at their campus to ensure they are prepared with the best lessons to help students grow and shine.

“These days give our teachers additional time for planning and curriculum writing without interruptions,” explained Principal Marisa Garcia.

“Saturdays seem perfect because teachers are able to focus just on that. We are also extending some days during the week for the same purpose. I am so proud of this hard working team of professionals! I also wanted to add that they are very appreciative of the support we are receiving from the district with the added stipend opportunities and the arrival of air purifiers for our all classrooms. RTB and Roma ISD are the place to be!”

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Starr County Fair Kicks Off this Week!!!

The 57th annual Starr County Fair will be in full swing this weekend, with events kicking off starting Wednesday, February 23. The theme for 2022 is “Friends, Family, and Fun,” and everyone is encouraged to bring your friends and family and have fun at the Fair! The schedule is available on starrcountyfair.com. Youth projects from throughout the county will be showcased in livestock entries and various other competitions.

Opening ceremonies will be on Wednesday morning at 8:00 a.m., and the judging of poultry will follow immediately. Other livestock judging on Wednesday includes Breeding Goats and Showmanship, Junior Heifers and Showmanship, and Jr. Bulls and Showmanship. Farm Shop, Horticulture, Arts and Crafts, Photography, High School and Junior Art, and Ag Product ID contests will all be judged on that day.

The exhibit hall will be open, and events of interest include Patomix Live Character Explosion Show, food booths, and a petting zoo. CFG Pay it Forward Pig Scramble for girls will be featured at 6:00 p.m. in the judging arena. The carnival will be open from 6-10 p.m.

On Thursday, Baking and Decorated Baking entries will be brought in and judged, and judging of Rabbits and Showmanship will be held. Stage performances of various local talent groups and individuals will be featured, as well as the Patomix Live Character Explosion Show, food booths, and a petting zoo. The Exhibit Hall will be open, and the crowd pleasing PeeWee Goat Show will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the judging arena. The carnival will be open from 5:00 p.m. until closing.

Friday will feature judging of Market Hogs and Showmanship, Judging of Lambs and Showmanship, and Judging of Meat Goats and Showmanship. The exhibit hall will be open, there will be stage performances of various local talent, food booths, the petting zoo, and the Patomix Live Character Explosion Show will be featured. Businesses may purchase baked goods from 4-6:00 p.m., and the public may purchase baked goods from 6:00-8 p.m. Registration will be held at 5:30 for Duck Scrambles, Rabbit Scrambles, and Pig Scrambles, which will begin at 6:00 and are sponsored by Pediatric Practice Association. CFG Pay it Forward Pig Scrambles for boys will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Live music will be provided by Tropical del Bravo, Grupo Roble, and Grupo Pegasso.

Saturday’s highlights include judging of Steers and Showmanship at 10:00 a.m. An Appreciation event for sponsors and volunteers will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The carnival will open at noon and will continue until closing. The petting zoo and Patomix Live Character Explosion Show will be open, along with the exhibit hall and food booths. Registration for scrambles begins at 6:00 p.m., and Duck Scrambles, Rabbit Scrambles, and Pig Scrambles, sponsored by Pediatric Practice Association, will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Live music will feature Sentido Norteno, Hometown Boys, Los Garcia Bros and Jaime de Anda.

Purchase of tickets in the form of a QR code is recommended online at starrcountyfair.com for $10 per day and save with presale purchase for $35 through Tuesday, February 22.

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2022 Starr County Fair Scholarship Recipients pictured with Fair President Douglas Anderson and Fair Queen Daniela Garza: Bryan Ray Perez, Aylin Alee Gonzalez, Jaime Mendoza III, Onesimo Quiroz, Velia Marlette Canales (not pictured), Krystal Gutierrez, Mia Nicole Gutierrez, Annakaren I. Pena, Leanne M. Garza, Arelly Gil, Graciella Perez, Mia Alvarado, and Nicole Delgado.

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