JULY 5, 2023

Riverside Building Materials Grand Opening

RGV’s Little Elves Surprised with a Special Delivery to Delia Gonzalez Garcia Elementary Students

RGC FREE Rabies Vaccine Clinic was a very successful event

Delia Gonzalez Garcia Elementary students were surprised with a special delivery from RGV’s Little Elves, a non-profit organization from the Rio Grande Valley. The school received 40 bicycles after their teacher, Ms. Norma Cordova nominated her school to enter a valley wide Summer School contest. Her nomination application was selected of over 28 applicants. Ms. Cordova’s lucky class was each awarded a brand new bicycle and the rest were raffled among students attending the summer program. Ms. Cordova’s class, DGG Administration and DGG Staff would like to thank RGV Little Elves for bringing smiles to the students. They were all so happy to receive their bike and cannot wait to enjoy them during their summer break.

The Rio Grande City Police Department and the Rio Grande City Animal Kennel teamed up with local veterinarians, Dr. Margo and Dr. Rios, and hosted a FREE Rabies Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, June 10th, at City Hall for RGC residents! It was a very successful event with over 108 pets receiving FREE rabies vaccines. On behalf of the City of RGC City Commission we would like to thank Dr. Margo and the RGCPD for helping our community ensure their pets had affordable access to care.

†SENOBIO & CAMILA GARZA by Family

†OTILO LOPEZ GORENA by Family

FRIDAY JULY 7TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M.

†DOMINGO MUÑIZ by Family

SATURDAY JULY 8TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M.

†RUDY MARTINEZ, JR. by Family

†INEZ & RODOLFO MARTINEZ by Family

†LEONARDA B. GONZALEZ by Family

†ALBERTO GARZA by Family

†JOSE OZUNA JR.(5TH AN.) by Family

†REBECCA CANALES by Lupita & Israel Chapa

†LAMAR SERVANDO CASTAÑEDA by Family

†BEATRICE & SELSO CORTINAS by Alfredo Cortinas

†ELIDA NARVAEZ by Alfredo Cortinas

†SYLVIA GUAJARDO by Alfredo Cortinas

†BELIA GUERRA by Woodmen Life Magnolia Chapter 6167

†REBECCA “BECKY” CANALES by Woodmen Life Magnolia Chapter 6167

†ELIZABETH IRIS LOPEZ by Las Comadres Group

SUNDAY JULY 9TH – L.G.

7:00 A.M.

PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SUNDAY JULY 9TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M.

†JUAN LANDA JR. by Family

MOONLIGHT MARKET

City of Roma announced that the Market Days for Saturday, July 1st was cancelled due to high temperatures during the day.

But, they are ready for a MOONLIGHT MARKET and it is scheduled for Saturday, July 8th from 6pm-10:00pm!!!

Anyone interested in selling for FREE may start calling City Hall at 956-849-1411 Monday through Friday, 8-5pm

†RAQUEL VELASCO VALLE by Gloria De Loera

†MARIA GUADALUPE VELASCO

VALLE by Gloria De Loera

†MARIA FELIX VALLE GONZALEZ by Gloria De Loera

†MARIA GUADALUPE MONTOYA

ROSALES by Gloria De Loera

†DELIA HERNANDEZ by Gloria De Loera

†RAFAELA & LUIS SEGOVIA by Family

†ELISA P. GUERRA (27TH AN.) by Family

SUNDAY JULY 9TH – I.C.C.

11:00 A.M.

†BENITA F. VILLANUEVA by Family

†CEFERINO PATIÑO by Patiño Family

†JOHN A. POPE III by Anna Pope & Family

†RUBEN VALLE by Anna Pope & Family

†ELOY & MARIA MONTALVO by Anna Pope & Family

†ELOY MONTALVO JR. by Anna Pope & Family

†JOHN & RAQUEL POPE by Anna Pope & Family

†FRANCISCO GOMEZ SR. & FRANCISCO

GOMEZ JR. by Dolores Gomez & Family

†SANTITOS R. GARZA (19TH AN.) by Family

†FIACRO SALAZAR JR. (8TH AN.) by Family

†AMADOR SALAZAR by Family

5:00 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

MONDAY JULY 10TH – I.C.C.

6:00 P.M.

†IMELDA C. RAMOS by Ramos Family

TUESDAY JULY 11TH – I.C.C.

6.30 P.M.

†RICHARD LUND (5TH AN.) by Fred & Debbie Lopez

RGC Public Library Second Fun Friday Presentation

The Rio Grande City Public Library held their second Fun Friday presentation on June 9th, where VIPets Salon spoke about what it takes to own a pet and how to care for them. How to keep pets fit with food, water and play and to how to safely interact with pets. They explained what service dogs do to the group.

RGCGISD Middle School Students Complete the Agents of Innovation Robotics Camp

Roma High Art Program Students Earn Top Awards at State VASE Competition

RGCGISD would like to congratulate the middle school students for successfully completing the Agents of Innovation Robotics Camp! This summer, students from the three middle schools and private collaborated through the ACE program to learn about STEM. The camp was sponsored by an anonymous donor through the Science mill company out of Johnson Texas that only accepted 15 applicants. The students were visited by the founder of the science mill and had a culminating award ceremony at the STC auditorium on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Parents and friends attended. Special thanks to CTE engineering teachers, Mr. Delfino Garza and Mr. Anthony Estrada, Ms. Irma Andrade, Ms. Noelia Cuevas, Dr. Montiel STC, Dr. Anita Alaniz, faculty and staff and Ms. Rose Benavidez. This was under the supervision of Mrs. Adelina G. Villarreal. On behalf of our Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Adolfo Pena, Jr., and the entire School Board of Trustees, we would like to thank all of our students and staff for their hard work and dedication!

A total of 11 artworks qualified from Roma High School to represent our region at the State VASE Competition in San Marcos, TX. Congratulations to Mighty Gladiators Yanarii Garcia, Casey Cabriales, Yarelli Garcia, Josmari Ortis, Gineette Resendez, Angela Reyna, Emily Hernandez, Paulina Hernandez, Estefany Garcia, and Lizzette Hinojosa. Ten out of the 11 artworks that participated at the state event returned with perfect scores! From the 1,992 artworks that qualified for state, only 151 received the prestigious Gold Seal award. Roma High students Ginette Resendez and Yanarii Garcia each brought back a Gold Seal for the amazing work they did! The Gladiator Nation is super proud of these amazingly talented students!!

Governor Abbott Signs Vital Save Women’s Sports Act

On June 15, 2023, Governor Greg Abbott signed the Save Women’s Sports Act passed during the 88th Regular Legislative Session into law at the Texas Capitol. This new law will protect the integrity of women’s sports by prohibiting biological men from competing against female athletes at Texas colleges and universities.

“Today is an important day for female athletes across the state of Texas, including little girls who aspire to one day compete in college sports,” said Governor Abbott. “The Save Women’s Sports Act protects young women at Texas colleges

and universities by prohibiting men from competing on a team or as an individual against them

in college sports. Sports have inspired many women to cast bold visions and dreams of

what they want to achieve. The legacy of women’s sports will be safeguarded for generations to come. Women in Texas can be assured that the integrity of their sports will be protected in our state.”

In 2021, Governor Abbott signed similar legislation to protect girls’ sports in Texas public schools.

The Governor was joined at

the bill signing ceremony by Senators Mayes Middleton and Donna Campbell; Representatives Caroline Harris, Tom Oliverson, and Valoree Swanson; former collegiate swimmer Jeri Shanteau; collegiate basketball player Kassidy Comer; powerlifter Jade Dickens; collegiate swimmer Ellie McLeod; collegiate volleyball player Makenna Miller; and other women’s sports advocates.

Senate Bill 15 (Middleton/ Swanson) prohibits a biological male from competing in a college-level athletic competition designated for a biological female athlete to maintain competitive fairness. The bill also creates a mechanism for people to seek injunctive relief against a Texas public college or university or intercollegiate athletic team if it violates the provisions of the bill.

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City of Rio Grande City, TMLIRP hosted a meeting for city employees

Your portable generator can keep your family safe

Using a portable generator can keep major appliances working during a power outage.

Just remember to use it safely.

Protective tips:

•Place your generator outdoors, at least 20 feet from your home’s doors, windows, or vents. Keeping distance helps protect you from carbon monoxide gas, which is colorless, odorless, and potentially deadly.

•Let your generator cool down before refueling.

•Don’t store fuel inside your home.

you avoid unnecessary risks.

Have a question about insurance? Call the Texas Department of Insurance at 800252-3439 or visit www.tdi.texas. gov.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Roma will hold a Public Hearing on Monday July 10, 2023, at 5:30 P.M. at the Roma City Council Chambers, located at 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas to determine whether to approve or disapprove the following:

The City of Rio Grande City, along with TMLIRP, hosted a meeting at the City Hall Chambers on Tuesday, June 13th, for city employees. This meeting focused on how to avoid heat stroke, working around heavy equipment, and safe vehicle operations. Now more than ever is the best time to stay hydrated and make sure to know the signs of heat stroke if you’re working outside. On behalf of the City of Rio Grande City, we would like to thank our employees for making time to attend this important workshop.

State health officials provide hot weather precautions

With excessive heat warnings in effect for most Texas residents, the Texas Department of State Health Services urges people to be aware of the signs of heat illness and take precautions to protect themselves from heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

The elderly, young children, people with chronic diseases and those without access to air conditioning are most at risk.

Staying in an air-conditioned area, either at home or at public places like malls, libraries or community centers, is the best way to combat heat. People can find a map of cooling centers maintained by the Texas Division of Emergency Management at tdem.texas.gov/cool. If air conditioning is not available, open windows, pull down shades to keep out direct sunlight and use fans to cool rooms.

The best defense against heat-

related illness is prevention. Stay cool, drink plenty of fluids, wear cool clothing and limit strenuous outdoor activities. Other

precautions:

Take action at the first sign of heat illness. Symptoms of heat illness include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, nausea, weak but rapid pulse and headaches. People experiencing these symptoms should find shade, drink water slowly and make sure there is good ventilation. If symptoms don’t improve, seek medical attention.

Never leave anyone, including pets, in a parked vehicle – even for a short time. Vehicles can heat up to deadly temperatures within minutes. Cracking the windows does little to keep temperatures down. If your child sits in the back seat, put your purse, briefcase, wallet or another essential item

behind you so you’ll notice your child is there before exiting the vehicle. Young children are particularly vulnerable to heat. Call 9-1-1 immediately if you see an unattended child in a vehicle. Check frequently on older friends, neighbors and family members. Visit at least twice a day and watch for signs of heat illness. Assist them with transportation to places with air conditioning and make sure they know what to do if they experience heat illness. Most deaths caused by heat stroke occur in people older than 50 years old. They are more likely to have a medical condition or be taking medication that can interfere with the body’s response to heat.

Drink plenty of water. Drink liquids 30 minutes before going outside and continue even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugary drinks.

•Plug appliances directly into your generator or use a heavyduty, outdoor-rated extension cord. Check extension cords for cuts, tears, or missing prongs.

•If you want to connect your generator to your home’s wiring, hire a licensed electrician. Make sure the electrician uses a properly rated switch that meets electrical codes.

Another essential: Read your owner’s manual. This will help

Amendment of the City of Roma Comprehensive Plan Realize Roma Future Land Use map and Throughfare map

The City Council for the City of Roma will be holding a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., at the Roma City Council Chambers, located at 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas. For additional information, please call the Planning Department at (956)849-1411.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR CATERING SERVICES

Starr County is soliciting sealed bids for catering services for:

Roma - Starr County Nutrition Program

Salineño – Starr County Nutrition Program

San Isidro - Starr Nutrition Center

Bid Packets will be available for pickup beginning Wednesday, July 5th, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Starr County Annex building located at 100 N. FM 3167 Suite 220, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582. Bids should be sent to:

Starr County Judge

Honorable County Judge, Eloy Vera 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582.

Bids will be accepted until Thursday, July 20th , 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Following that, all bids will be collected and taken to the Starr County Courthouse Annex Conference Room #211 to be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the deadline will be rejected and returned unopened to the bidder. Bids with conditions will not be accepted. Bids submitted by facsimile will not be accepted. The lowest or the best-qualified bidder will be awarded. Bids must be sealed and prominently marked on the lower left-hand and hand corner of the bid envelope with the following project title:

Starr County Nutrition Program

If additional information is needed please contact:

Delia Perez, Project Manager (956) 716 – 4800 Ext: 8080

The County of Starr is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer