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Dalinda Guillen named a Woman of Starr County Senior Detention 487-2596 Distinction by the RGV Hispanic Chamber Officer Salvador Perez retires after 28 years of Service 4343 E. Hwy. 83 R.G.C.

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Pictured L to R: Commissioner Hernan Garza III, Mrs. Norma Garza, RGC EDC Board of Directors Secretary, Fred Lopez, Mrs. Debbie Lopez, Xavier Perez, RGC EDC Board of Directors Vice-President, Lori Perez, RGC EDC Executive Director, Dalinda Guillen, Texas State Representative Ryan Guillen, Mrs. Monique Villarreal, Mayor Joel Villarreal

Mission, Texas (June 9, 2021) — Rio Grande City EDC Executive Director, Dalinda Guillen, was honored at the 7th Annual Women of Distinction Awards Dinner by the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at the Mission Event Center on June 9, 2021.

“It is truly an honor, it’s a privilege to be selected along with these incredible group of women to

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receive this award,” said Dalinda Guillen. “I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to collaborate with so many different people who I have learned from and grow professionally.”

The awards dinner honors women in differing fields ranging from government to arts and entertainment. Along with Mrs. Guillen, this year’s honorees also

included: Veronica Gonzalez, Dr. Carolina Perez, Ronnie Ontiveros, Mayra Garcia Adame, Adelita Munoz, Yvette Garcia, Laura Disque and Eliza Garza.

For more information about the Rio Grande City EDC, please visit www.rgcedc.com or call (956) 487-3476.

Doctors Hospital Renaissance – Starr County donates to Fort Ringgold Renovations Projects

Starr County Sheriff Rene “Orta” Fuentes commended Mr. Salvador Perez for his dedication and commitment to the residents of Starr County. Mr. Perez, dedicated 28 years to the Starr County Detention Center and now plans to

spend time with his family. Sheriff Fuentes presented Mr. Perez with a plaque to commemorate his years of service and dedication.

Congratulation Mr. Perez and may you enjoy your well-deserved retirement.

Roma ISD Taps Edgar Garza as Director of Testing & Section 504

In July 2021, Delia G. Garcia Principal Edgar Garza takes on a new role with Roma ISD as the district’s Director of Testing On Monday July 5th and Section 504. A Class of ’89 representing Doctors Roma High Alum, Garza brings Hospital Renaissance more than 26 years of experience (DHR) Dr. Alberto in education to the position.

Gutierrez, Dr. Cruz He started his career with The Beltran and DHR Gladiator Nation as a Math Teacher Community relations at Roma High, later taking on a Officer Natasha role as an associate principal at Ramirez presented a Ramiro Barrera Middle School. He Check for $1,500.00 served as principal of Y.B. Escobar to Colonel (US Army) Elementary School and was the Retired Ross Barrera, founding principal of Delia G. Operations Officer for Garcia Elementary School.

Historic Fort Ringgold A graduate of The University (Revive Fort Ringgold of Houston and an Army Veteran, ). DHR presence in Garza brings a variety of Starr County is new experiences in life and in education and they plan to be to his position. involved in many local “A lot of people automatically projects and initiatives. think of testing in a negative way The photo was taken in because, well, so much is riding on the outcome of tests for the front of the over 100-year-old hospital. Plans are in the work to renovate the post hospital.

Revive Fort Ringgold is a 501 (C) nonprofit organization with the mission to preserve and renovate children and the district. However, Fort Ringgold and to culminate with an 175th Anniversary Celebration on the Fall of 2023 (1848-2023). I can’t just think of it that way.

For more information on Revive Fort Ringgold or to volunteer or donate please contact COL Barrera My experiences living in other parts of the country and even at 956-735-4790.

world, as well as teaching and administrating at different levels have taught me that you have to put things into a perspective that allows you to be positive and do your best work while focusing on success,” explained Garza. “I’m going into this job with a focus on how testing can help measure the success of our amazing teachers, showcasing what a fine job they do and how incredibly smart Roma ISD students are. I think state testing just reaffirms that we are a shining diamond here on the border.”

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Gladiator Youth Baseball Camp Wraps Up with Big Success Escobares Police Department

54 young Gladiators spent the week getting a leg up on the competition at the Gladiator Baseball Camp. These young players honed many fundamental skills, building a pathway to a continued bright future of the Roma High Mighty Gladiator Baseball Team! Thank you to the supportive parents who enrolled their children in the camp. And thanks to the Roma ISD Baseball Program staff for their dedication to the youth of our community!!

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The Texas Commission of Law Enforcement conducted an audit at the Escobares Police Department on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The audit determined that Escobares Police Department is 100% in compliance as there were no deficiencies noted. Pictured are Field Agent Derry Minor and Escobares Police Chief Eli Gonzalez.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JULY 14, 2021, PAGE 4 ROMA ISD Continued from Front Page WEDNESDAY JULY 14TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ALBERTO BARRERA, SR.

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by Fernandez Family †ROMEO RAMIREZ (7TH AN.)

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by Wife & Family †JOSEFA PEDRAZA BARRIENTOS

by Family †IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR RGCHS CLASSMATES OF 1962

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“I also have had a Special Education Unit at my campus at all levels, and in my job as an associate principal and then principal, have made it a mission to understand the different needs of students at different stages of their development,” added Garza. “In my new job I will be advocating for students with different learning differences and physical differences, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.”

“I’m excited to help my district in this new capacity. It wasn’t an easy decision to leave my job as principal because seeing the children every day brings me so much joy and appreciation for the work we do, but I know I will do everything I can to continue seeing the kids as frequently as possible,” he said. “I’m moving to a different building a few miles down the road, but part of my heart belongs to DGG!”

Thank you, St. Jude, for the hope you offer to all who believe in you.

Melissa Y. Hernandez

NOVENA “Miraculous Prayer”

MELISSA Y. HERNANDEZ

Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favor). Take it, Dear Jesus, and place it within your own heart, where your Father sees it. Then, in your merciful eyes it will become your favor, not mine.

Amen.

Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favor will be granted.

Never known to fail.

A. P. R.

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.

A. P. R.

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R. T. Barrera Elementary Students Enriched Their Science Learning With Yummy Experiment

Ms. M.E. Sanchez’s 1st and 2nd grade class at R. T. Barrera Elementary School ended the second week of the Roma ISD Summer Enrichment Program enjoying their edible soil experiment to help them understand layers of the soil. What fun for these Eagles!

Margarito Alaniz Receives 2021 RGV Coaches Association Track and Field Best Award

Grulla Gators Pole Vaulter Margarito Alaniz received the 2021 RGV Coaches Association Track and Field Best Award.

Big shout out to his pole vault coach Carlos Carrera and Track Head Coach Jorge Gonzalez.

Gator Strong, Grulla Proud!!!

ADVERTISEMENT Starr County Local Board for Emergency Food and Shelter Program Announces American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Funding Available to Organizations Providing Humanitarian Aid to Migrants Applications Begin on July 15, 2021 and are Due on July 31, 2021 July 2020, McAllen, TX — United Way of South Texas, on behalf of the Local Board for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, announced that on March 11, 2021, the President signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Provisions of the law provide $110 million to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) to help defray the costs that state and local service agencies (nonprofit, faith-based, and governmental) may incur in providing shelter, food, and supportive services to families and individuals encountered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

On March 18, 2021, FEMA awarded the total of $110 million to the National Board, which is composed of representatives from the American Red Cross, Catholic Charities USA, The Jewish Federations of North America, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA, The Salvation Army, United Way Worldwide, and FEMA, with FEMA serving as the board chair. Congress chose the EFSP to disburse these supplemental funds for providing humanitarian relief to families and individuals because of the program’s established mission in supplementing and expanding the ongoing work of local social service organizations, both nonprofit and governmental, to provide shelter, food, and supportive services to those who are, or who are at risk of becoming, homeless and/or hungry.

Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1) be a nonprofit, faith-based, or governmental entity that provided humanitarian relief to families and individuals encountered by DHS, 2) submit completed application with required documentation, 3) provide the agency’s Data Universal Number System (DUNS) Number, 4) provide the agency’s Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN), 5) apply on or before the deadline for each quarter.

Eligible organizations providing shelter, food, transportation, basic health and first aid, COVID-19 testing and associated medical care needed during quarantine and isolation, and other supportive services may apply for funding. To receive an award for eligible services provided, agencies must document the expenditures made to deliver services to families and individuals encountered by DHS. Any agency that did not provide services in response to families and individuals encountered by DHS will not be considered to receive funds.

Multiple funding opportunities will be available throughout the year 2021. The current funding opportunity will be available on July 15, 2021 – July 31, 2021, for any eligible expenditures incurred on or after January 1, 2021, – June 30, 2021. The application can be access via the EFSP website, www.efsp.unitedway.org, under the Supplemental Funding Information tab. This is a competitive grant, so no application is guaranteed an award, and only eligible expenses can be reimbursed. Any questions about this notice may be directed to Maria Flores, local board contact at United Way of South Texas: (956)686-6331.

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension of Emergency SNAP Benefits for July On July 6, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $262 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of July as the state continues its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Thank you to HHSC for continuing to provide these crucial food benefits to so many Texas families,” said Governor Abbott. “With the support of HHSC and the USDA, families across the state can continue to put food on the table for their loved ones.”

“As the pandemic continues to

impact Texas families, we will continue to provide support to these families through emergency SNAP benefits, which allow the purchases of healthy, nutritious foods,” said Texas HHS Access and Eligibility Services Deputy Executive Commissioner Wayne Salter.

HHSC received federal approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to extend the maximum, allowable amount of SNAP benefits to recipients based on family size, and all SNAP households will receive a minimum of $95 in emergency allotments.

The emergency July allotments are in addition to the more than $3.69 billion in benefits

previously provided to Texans since April 2020.

Recipients will also continue to receive a 15 percent increase in their total benefits, which will continue monthly until September 2021. This 15 percent increase and the additional emergency allotment amount should appear in recipients’ accounts by July 31.

Administered by HHSC, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to approximately 1.6 million eligible low-income families and individuals in Texas.

Texans in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP and Medicaid, at YourTexasBenefits. com or use the Your Texas Benefits mobile app to manage their benefits.

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