JULY 26, 2023

Laser Surgical Solutions RGV Celebrates their New Location

The Rio Grande City EDC would like to congratulate Laser Surgical Solutions RGV on their grand opening of their new clinic location in Rio Grande City. The Chamber of Commerce hosted the event at their new location on July 21, 2023.

Drs. John Hovorka and Cynthia Salinas at Laser Surgical Solutions RGV offer a specialized, comprehensive treatment plan for patients with poor circulation, spanning from conservative treatment like medications, compression, and physical therapy to interventions that open arteries using a laser. In addition, they offer focused treatments for lymphedema and venous disease, including varicose veins. They also specialize in wound care and can treat the entire spectrum of wounds including diabetic ulcers, arterial ulcers, venous ulcers, burns, surgical, and trauma wounds.

Laser Surgical Solutions has provided care to the people of Rio

Grande City, Roma and the rest of Starr County for over 8 years and have now moved to an office with more capacity, allowing the

clinic to care for a larger number of people. The physicians and staff are excited to be able to extend their services and have

Newly Elected Knights Of Columbus De Saules Council #2597 Officers

recommitted to providing the best care possible to all of Starr County.

Laser Surgical Solutions is

located at 2542

Palm Drive, Suite 207 in Rio Grande City. To set up an appointment, call 956-992-9161.

Ricardo Ruiz Signs to Play College Ball for Wayland Baptist University

An installation of officers ceremony was officiated in July for the newly elected officers of De Saules Council #2597 in Rio Grande City, Texas. The ceremony was officiated by Diocesan Director of Evangelization Eduardo Saenz; he was assisted by Past District Deputy Danny Gomez. Deacon Ross Pruneda shared a special blessing for the newly elected Knights of Columbus officers, and he said Grace over the celebratory meal afterwards. Interested Catholic men from the Rio Grande City area are encouraged to call Grand Knight Homero Gonzalez at 1-361-296-5912 for more information.

Congratulations to Roma High School Class of 2023 Senior and Mighty Gladiator Varsity Baseball Player Ricardo “Ricky” Ruiz, who signed to study at and play college-level baseball for Wayland Baptist University! Ruiz, who played baseball for Roma ISD for 7 years and began his career in baseball in the Roma Little League, said this signing has fulfilled his childhood dreams. The Gladiator Nation is super proud of Ricky, wishing him the very best in his academic and athletic future at WBU!

WEDNESDAY JULY 26TH – I.C.C. 6:30 P.M.

†COSILIA CRUZ by Family

†TOMAS TREVIÑO (26TH AN.) by Family

THURSDAY JULY 27TH – L.G. 6:00 P.M.

†TEODORA SOTO (14TH AN.) by Nieta Erika Peña

FRIDAY JULY 28TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SATURDAY JULY 29TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M.

†ALVARO ANTONIO GARCIA by Family

†JUAN GILBERTO PEÑA (2nd AN.)

by Su Esposa e Hijos

†BERNARDO TANGUMA by Tanguma Family

†BEATRICE & SELSO CORTINAS by Alfredo Cortinas

†ELIDA NARVAEZ by Alfredo Cortinas

†SYLVIA GUAJARDO by Alfredo Cortinas

†RUDY MARTINEZ JR. by Cristina Martinez

†INEZ & RODOLFO MARTINEZ by Cristina Martinez

†LEONARDA B. GONZALEZ by Cristina Martinez

†ALBERTO GARZA by Cristina Martinez

†JOSE GARZA JR. (3RD AN.) by Family

†SEVERIANA GARZA (3RD AN.) by Family

†JUAN ANGEL SAENZ (3RD AN.) by Esposa e Hijos

1st Anniversary Mass In Loving Memory of Rene

Alfredo Ramirez

October 12, 1959 † July 30, 2022

WE’LL NEVER SAY GOODBYE

It’s been a year since you were called home by our Lord and yet it seems like yesterday. The Lord gave us the strength to go forth even though we were going through the darkest time of our lives without you. We cannot see you with our eyes, or hear you with our ears, but thoughts of you are with us still and often dry our tears. A part of you remains with us, that none can take away. It gives us strength to carry on at dawning of a new day. We think of happy times we shared and then we softly sigh. But this we knowwe’ll meet again and never say goodbye. We thank God for all the wonderful heartfelt memories which we will cherish forever. We know that you’re in heaven now with God, watching over us.

First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 9:00 A.M.

Immaculate Conception Church in Rio Grande City, Tx.

With love, your wife Araceli V. Ramirez, Children: Alana (Roly) and R.A. (Julie) Ramirez

Grandchildren: Leiannah and Annalea

Ramirez &Vela Families

SUNDAY JULY 30TH– L.G.

7:00 A.M.

PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SUNDAY JULY 30TH - I.C.C.

9:00 A.M.

†RENE A. RAMIREZ (1ST AN.) by Wife & Children

†GENARO DORIA (32ND AN.) by Sus Hijos

†JUAN GUERRA (4TH AN.) by Family

†JOSEFINA M. CASTILLO (9TH AN.) by Raul Castillo & Family

†CRUZ GARCIA by Su Esposa e Hijos

SUNDAY JULY 30TH – I.C.C.

11:00 A.M.

†IRMA A. RAMIREZ by Family

†ANTONIO RAMIREZ by Family

†ESTELA DE LUNA

Roma Middle School Students Earn CPR Certifications at DHR

Thank you to Mrs. Cepeda for escorting 30, 7th grade students from Roma Middle School to Doctors Hospital at Renaissance. The students participated in a hands-on CPR course. By the end of the session they earned their CPR certifications. Great job Gladiators!

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.

Mariachi Nuevo Santander Selected as a Featured Performer for the 2024 TMEA State Convention

Congratulations to James Castillo on being the first place winner of the City of La Grulla scavenger hunt sponsored by the Community Service Center. He won a gift card from Whataburger donated by Amanda Garcia from San Isidro.

James

Castillo

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RGCGISD 2023 Football Season Ticket Renewal

If you are a current season ticket holder for either the Mighty Rattlers and/or the Mighty Gators, Hometown Ticketing will be sending 2023 Football Season Ticket Renewal emails to confirm and repurchase your tickets starting July 24 - August 5. If you are interested in becoming a NEW Football Season Ticket holder, ticket sales begin on August 7-12. General tickets for home games will go on sale on August 21. As a reminder, ALL tickets can only be purchased online. RGCGISD can’t wait to see you cheering on Mighty Rattlers and Mighty Gators in 2023. Please feel free to call the athletic department at (956) 370-4866 or (956) 370-4867 if you have any questions.

San Isidro ISD GEAR UP students in action!

The Pathways students from San Isidro kicked off summer by participated in the STC Camp Code program. They are building and coding Arduino robots. Thank you to the partners at South Texas College and Texas Workforce Commission for creating and hosting such an engaging camp for the students.

Josette Longoria learn the old traits of our ancestors

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 JJ 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 J. Lopez at 956-487-5929, 6392 E. Hwy 83, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 for information concerning vehicles.

2003 FORD MUSTANG BROWN VIN: IFAFP40463F434558

It is always nice to see young people wanting to learn the old traits of our ancestors. The youngest person at the City of La Grulla Community Service that has joined the sewing group and attends the nutrition class is Josette Longoria, a 7th grade student pictured with her mother Roxi Bazan and Commissioner Lori Solis. Josette has been busy measuring and cutting the material to begin sewing her apron. She is also the first one to finish her nutrition booklet during class. If anyone is interested in joining the sewing group, they meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am to 12. The nutrition class is on Thursday after the sewing class. For more information call the Community Service Center at 956-317-1399 between 8-12 pm, Monday- Friday.

Minerals and the body

Vitamins get a lot of fanfare, but are minerals worthy of more attention? The body needs both vitamins and minerals to function properly.

The National Institutes of Health says that most people can get all the minerals and vitamins they need simply by eating a balanced, healthy diet. For those concerned about not meeting the daily recommended values, a multivitamin can help push vitamin and mineral numbers into the recommended ranges.

While vitamins are organic substances, minerals are inorganic substances.

There are two types of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Individuals need more macrominerals, which include calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride, and sulfur. Only small amounts of trace minerals are needed. These include iron, manganese, copper, iodine, zinc, cobalt, fluoride, and selenium, according to MedlinePlus. The body relies on minerals to help it perform various jobs, such as keeping bones, muscles, the heart, and the brain healthy. Minerals also are important for making enzymes and hormones.

Calcium, for example, is a crucial mineral for bone health. Calcium also is useful in regulating blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Iron is a major component of red blood cells that helps to carry oxygen and nutrients throughout entire body.

Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as Verizon Wireless (Verizon Wireless) proposes to collocate wireless communications antennas 297 feet on a 305-foot guyed communications tower at the approx. vicinity of 3009 North Highway 83, Starr County, Roma, TX 78584. Lat:[26-34-11.4312] Long:[-99-5-35.0808]. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Alec, a.nimko @trileaf.com, 2550 S IH 35, Suite 200, Austin, TX 78704. 512.519.9388.