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Roma ISD Names New Elementary Kasey Escamilla Places 7th in School for 1st Roma High Valedictorian State Poetry UIL Competition Roma ISD’s School Board made it official last month, voting to name Roma ISD’s newest elementary school after the first valedictorian from Roma High School from 1949, Delia Gonzalez Garcia. Mrs. Garcia, who was a resident of La Rosita at the time, later went on to study at Texas A&I University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry in 1955.

Following her college graduation, Mrs. Garcia devoted her life to educating others, ending her career as an assistant superintendent.

“Mrs. Garcia’s life story began at a time when world conditions were difficult, especially for women,” expressed Roma ISD Board Member Arturo S. Perez, who presented the initial idea to name the school in Mrs. Garcia’s honor. “Given that she is a product of our own La Rosita, which gave our district its first valedictorian, it is fitting that we select her as the name sake and role model for

generations of Gladiators to come.

Her story is truly inspiring and she is very deserving of this honor as a woman who has shown our Roma ISD Gladiators how to break barriers in many areas of life.”

Mrs. Garcia came back to Roma ISD to celebrate the 70th graduating class from Roma High School this spring, and was delighted to be at home in the Gladiator Nation.

“It was a true honor to host Mrs. Garcia at graduation, and hearing more about her life story and watching her inspire our students, there can be no doubt we made

By: Christian Salinas Rio Grande City High School student Kasey Escamilla earned a top spot at the State Poetry UIL Competition held in Austin, Texas. The twoday competition took place at the University of Texas at Austin.

“It was a really Kasey Escamilla, Coach Mindy Garza, great experience. Coordinator Armando Gutierrez.

This was the second year I competed at state,” said Escamilla who was also regional champion last year. “I placed second at regional competition [this year]. I wasn’t disappointed with the outcome. To be honest, I was proud of myself for even making it that far. I was the only student from my school as well as the district to make it to state. So that’s an accomplishment in itself.”

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the right choice selecting her for this honor,” said Roma ISD School Board President Raul P. Moreno Jr. “She is a role model to all our students, showing that any dream is possible with hard work, dedication and determination.

She is really also a role model for everyone in our community, proving that education is a lifelong journey that can lead to great happiness. We are very proud to showcase her life and her work, and we can’t wait to celebrate the opening of our new school with Starr County Extension extends Mrs. Garcia and her family this congratulations to Natalie fall.”

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Grulla High School Teacher Daniel Garcia was named the District Secondary Teacher of the Year and North Grammar Elementary Teacher Lorena Adame as the District Elementary Teacher of the Year. Carolina Linette Garcia was selected as the District Secondary Para-Educator of the Year and Maria Elsa Sosa was the District Elementary Para-Educator of the Year.

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 20TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †RAUL R. REYNA, JR. by Family †REYNA DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS by Family †ANISSA RAMIREZ (1ST AN.)

by RJ & Letty Ramirez †GEORGE XAVIER DURAN

by Wife & Daughters †DANIEL ALBERTO GOMEZ, JR.

by Mom & Dad

SATURDAY JUNE 23RD - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †NOE GUERRA by Maria Salinas †JOSE GUADALUPE GARZA by Familia Garza †FILIBERTO OLIVAREZ

by Mr. & Mrs. Alphonso Porras †MARIA DE LA LUZ GOMEZ RICO (1ST AN.) by Family †HERLINDA IBARRA by Su Familia SUNDAY JUNE 24TH- I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

THURSDAY JUNE 21ST - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †JJ PEÑA by Family †YOLANDA CABALLERO (AN.) by Su Sobrina SPECIAL INTENTION FOR JORGE & ENOELIA GARZA

by Chuy & Eduina Ramos DEDICATED TO ST. JOSEPH “PILLAR OF FAMILIES” by Francisco & Dolores Gomez

FRIDAY JUNE 22ND - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †DOLORES PEREZ by Children †U. DAVID GONZALEZ (6TH AN.)

by Wife & Family †ELOISA BERMUDEZ by Family †NOE OLIVAREZ by Wife & Family

Obituary

Manuel David Falcon 1957 † 2018

Manuel David Falcon, 60, of Rio Grande City, entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Starr County Memorial Hospital.

Manuel David was the son of Manuel and Santitos Falcon of Rio Grande City. Manuel David was married to Cynthia Ana Falcon and they had three children.

He retired from Medina Electric Coop, where he worked for thirty (39) years. David, as everyone called him, was a very dedicated Medina employee and those who knew him, know he was proud to be part of the Medina Family.

When his children were young, he was an active member of the being part of the 4 -H Association and enjoyed the time he spent with his children. David was a good son, brother, a loving husband and father and a patient and caring grandfather. He was and true friend to those he called friends.

He is preceded in death by his son Noe Daniel Falcon, his father Manuel Falcon, and his brother Leroy Falcon. He is survived by his mother Santitos Falcon, his wife Cynthia Ana Falcon, his son David Alberto (Sarah) Falcon, his daughter Anissa Lynette Falcon (David Laurel) and seven(7) grandchildren, Nolan, Ella and Noe Daniel Falcon Jr. and David, Danny, Devon and

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God Took Him To His Loving Home God saw him getting tired a cure was not to be. He wrapped him in his loving arms and whispered ‘Come with me.’

He suffered much in silence, his spirit did not bend. He faced his pain with courage until the very end. He tried so hard to stay with us but his fight was not in vain, God took him to His loving home and freed him from the pain.

Many thanks to those who showed kindness to our family during our time of grief. We express our sincerest gratitude to those who attended service and for the �lowers, cards, food, and prayers. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

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Caleb Laurel. He is also survived by his brothers, Mario Falcon, Luis Falcon and Jorge Falcon.

Visitations were held Friday, June 15, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Immaculate Conception Church.

Burial will follow at Rio Grande City Cemetery.

The Falcon Family entrusted their services to the care of Sanchez Funeral Home of Rio Grande City.

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by Ramona Olivares & Family †RAMIRO GUERRA by Daughters TUESDAY JUNE 26TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

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Oh admirable San Antonio, glorioso por la celebridad de los milagros que habéis obrado, que tuvisteis la dicha de tener en vuestros brazos al Señor en forma de tierno infante, obtened me de su bondad la gracia que ardientemente deseo de lo íntimo de mi corazón. Tu que fuisteis tan bondadoso con los pobres pecadores, no mires a los pecados de quien os ruega, sino a la gloria de Dios, que será otra vez exaltada por ti, y a la salvación de mi alma, tan unida a la petición que ahora tan encarecidamente te hago.

Como prenda de mi gratitud, os prometo llevar una vida más conforme con las enseñanzas del Evangelio y consagrada al socorro de los pobres, que tanto habéis amado y al presente amáis. Bendecid esta promesa que os hago y alcanzadme la gracia de ser a ella fiel hasta la muerte. Amen. (S.G.)

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God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put his arms around you and whispered, ‘Come with Me.’ With tearful eyes we watched you slowly fade away, although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us...

He only takes the best.

We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our many relatives and friends for their presence, �lowers, cards, masses, food, and comforting words during our deepest grief for the loss of our beloved one. A Special thanks to Retama Manor Nursing Center.

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All the Roma ISD Performing Arts Programs hosted amazing concerts to close out the spring semester. Students showcased their skills in Band, Orchestra, Choir, Folkloric Dance and Conjunto.

Congratulations to all the graduating Class of 2018 seniors who have helped us share the love of music and art for these past years!

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Main Street Celebrates Accreditation La Union Elementary Celebrated School Bus Drivers Week and Historic Preservation Month The Main Street Advisory Board presented Main Street’s 2018 Accreditation at the City Commission Meeting on May. “We are honored and proud of Main Street’s national recognition as a Members of the City Commission and Main Street Advisory Board Main Street America The Rio Grande City Main funded nonprofit organization Accredited Program,” said Mayor Street Program provides several working to protect significant Joel Villarreal.

“Serving on the Main Street services and assistance available places representing America’s Advisory Board is an honor. We to Main Street businesses diverse historic places. For more find it rewarding to serve our city including: Design Assistance information, visit savingplace. and community with pride,” said from the Texas Historical org.

The Rio Grande City Main Rosa Gonzalez, RGC Main Street Commission and much more.

Rio Grande City Main Street also Street Program provides many Advisory Board President.

After Mayor Villarreal read the hosts a variety of special events opportunities to get involved in downtown revitalization efforts. proclamation designating May throughout the year.

May is also Historic Anyone interested in volunteering 2018 as Historic Preservation Month, members present at the Preservation Month designated is encouraged to visit the Rio meeting were invited to have by the National Trust for Historic Grande City Main Street office at 406 E. Main Street or call (956) some refreshments and taste the Preservation (NTHP). traditional Main Street Cake.

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quality and conservation. Natalie Escamilla credits her will be involuted in activities that will develop her leadership accomplishments to the skillqualities and skills that will serve building influence of her coach, Miss Arminda Garza, and her her a lifetime. principal, Mr. Ricardo Saenz.

“He actually went to several of my practices and helped me as well.” She also express her sincerest gratitude to her mother. “[Thank you mom] for always supporting me ever since I started speaking events in 2nd grade.”

Although poetry will always hold a special place in her heart, • REPAIR SERVICE Escamilla explains she has more academic goals after gradation.

“I plan to focus on my education cing from now on. I’ll be attending the Finana ble University of Texas at Austin and Avail majoring in psychology. Once % I get my bachelors I hope to go to medical school and become a licensed psychiatrist.”

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Rev. Dr. Robert Lopez, a graduate of Rio Grande City High School and presently District Superintendent for the United Methodist Church for an area that has 140 churches and extends from Victoria to Brownsville, delivered the “Words to Live By” message at the MMPB on Tuesday, June 12.

He was introduced by Romeo Lopez, his uncle. His message centered on what God expects from Christian fathers. His message was inspirational and appropriate given that Fathers’ Day was celebrated last weekend.

Pictured above with Dr. Lopez are members of the MMPB Planning Committee, Dr. Antonio Falcon, Deacon Mike Villarreal, Baldemar Garza, Rev. Dr. Jon Herrin, Dr. Robert Lopez, Mayor Joel Villarreal, Ruben Saenz, and Deacon R.C. Salinas. The MMPBs are held the second Tuesday of the month, 6:30 am to 7:00 am, at STC. The purpose of the MMPBs is to enrich the lives of the participants by providing an opportunity to come together in a non-denominational setting for moments of fellowship and inspirational messages.

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Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 7217419 Construction Advertisement and Invitation for Bids (Published on June 20 & 27, 2018) The City of Roma (City) will receive bids for the TXCDBG – (Contract No. 7217419) for street reconstruction at N. Gladiator Boulevard from Morelos Avenue to Zaragoza Avenue, until 3:00 pm on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at Roma City Hall (Mailing address: P O Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584), located at 77 Convent, Roma, Texas 78584, at which time the Bids received will be publically opended and read aloud.

Bids are invited for several items and quantities of work as follows: 1. Roadway rehabilitation to include roadway excavation, new base material, grading, compaction, prime, and new hot mix. In addition, short sections of curb replacement and valley gutter replacement.

The Bidding Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications may be obtained from Civcast at www.civcastusa.com. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents, Drawings and Technical Specificaitons at the City of Roma’s office on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety shall be submitted with each bid [for those contracts that exceed $100,000]. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Roma or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond.

Attention is called to the fact that not less than, the federally determined prevailing (DavisBacon and Related Acts) wage rate, as issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Affairs and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, or national origin. Adherence to the City’s Section 3 Policy is requied for contracts and subcontracts in excess of $100,000.

The City of Roma reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding.

Bids may be held by City of Roma for a period not to exceed 60 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.

Please submit proposals to: City of Roma Attn: Mr. Crisanto Salinas, City Manager (Mailing Address) P.O. Box 947 (Via Overnight Delivery) 77 Convent Street Roma, Texas 78584 All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for par�cipa�on on federal assistance programs may not undertake any ac�vity in part or in full under this project. All contractors/subcontractors must be enrolled in SAM. gov and shall have a DUNS number.

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Sheriff Fuentes and staff Roma High Student Honored participate in Awareness Walk For Presentation on Integrity

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The “Access to Capital” conference, which includes the financing forum with local lenders and lending programs, such as LiftFund and PeopleFund, also features a small business resource fair. Fair exhibitors, such as the U.S. SBA, UTRGV Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and UTRGV Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), as well as city

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The financing forum is scheduled from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, while the resource fair will be open from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

The conference is presented by the Office of Congressman Henry Cuellar in partnership with Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation; Rio Grande City Public Library; Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Starr County Industrial Foundation; and the UTRGV SBDC. There is no fee to attend. To pre-register for this event, or for more information, please call (956) 665-7535, or email sbdc@ utrgv.edu.

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Request for Proposal Student Athletic & Voluntary Accident Insurance 2:00 P.M.

Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

BID NOTICE

RFP NOTICE

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting bids on the following:

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following:

19-01

Office & Instructional Supplies Catalog Bid 10:00 A.M. 19-02 Office Furniture Catalog Bid 10:30 A.M. 19-03 Classroom Furniture Catalog Bid 10:45 A.M. 19-04 Computer & Copier Paper 11:00 A.M. Bid Specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below or via email purchasing@rgccisd.org.

RFP #19-06

403b Plan Third Party Administrator

The school district is requesting sealed proposals for 403b Plan Third Party Administrator and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Department at the address below or call Mr. Joe D. Smedley, Purchasing Agent at 956-716-6810.

Sealed bids must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, 1 South Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 by 2:15 P.M. Tuesday July 17, 2018, and will be opened and read aloud at the mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

Mr. Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

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Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary Enjoyed Two Surprise Visitors

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 7

Baylor University Confers Degrees On Spring Graduates Baylor University, the oldest continuously operating university in Texas, conferred degrees on a record number of nearly 3,000 graduates during three spring commencement exercises.

Baylor’s mission is to Starr County student graduated educate students for worldwide this spring: leadership and service by Rio Grande City integrating academic excellence Janay Lari Rocha, and Christian commitment in a Bachelor of Science, Biology caring community.

Students from Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary enjoyed two surprise visitors, Mikey Mouse and Kevin, the Minion! Mr. Cornelio Alvarez volunteered his time to motivate the students and stress the importance of learning. Thank you, Mr. Alvarez!

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 8

Roma High School JROTC Program La Union Elementary Celebrated Closes Year With Military Ball National School Nurses Day La Union Elementary nurses, Mrs. Lupita Salinas and Mrs. Maria Elena Arredondo were honored for National School Nurse Day. Our school nurses work hard to keep our children safe and healthy while in school. They not only care for students when they have scrapes and bruises, but they also serve our students with chronic conditions.

Once again the Roma High School JROTC Program hosted a They are often our first responders in medical emergencies and are a phenomenal military ball to celebrate the hard work of all program vital link between home and school for many of our families. Thank students. The students and their families enjoyed a wonderful evening you, school nurses, for your contributions to the health and wellto end a year of very successful events and activities for the cadets. being of our school.

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Please bring the following documents: Copy of Baptism Certificate, Copy of Communion Certificate, Registration Fee: $35.00 all grade levels (1st - 8th).

Communion - Year 3 (only): $50.00 (includes retreat fee).

Confirmation 1 - $45.00; Confirmation 2- $60.00 (includes retreat fee) Quinceañeras CCE Classes $40.00 (Must be in 7th Grade) If child is not Baptized we will need a copy of Birth Certificate Registration will start on June 4th - July 26, 2018. If any questions, please call 487-2317.

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JUNE 20, 2018 SECTION II, PAGE 1

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For more information, please contact: Estela Hernandez @ 279-3175 or Patricio Hernandez @ 735-9914 1960 W. U.S. Highway 83 (old Grande Garbage truck yard).

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 20, 2018, SECTION II, PAGE 2

NOTICE OF SALE

STATE OF TEXAS

X

BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE

X STARR COUNTY

X

DATED JUNE 1,2018

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Starr County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suites) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on JUNE 1, 2018, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in JULY, 2018, the same being the 3RD day of said month, at the Southside Doors of the Courthouse of said the County, located at 401 North Britton, in the City of Rio Grande City, Texas, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 a.m., proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suites) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Starr and the State of Texas, to-wit:

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 20, 2018, SECTION II, PAGE 3

NOTICE OF SALE

(Continued from section II, page 2)

Job Announcement Heavy Equipment Operator Rio Grande City Public Utilities Department JOB TITLE & CLASSIFICATION: Heavy Equipment Operator, Rio Grande City Public Utilities Department. The position is a non-exempt, permanent, full-time position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate heavy equipment. General maintenance work to include street repairs, brush pickup, grass mowing, and carpentry.

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED, CDL License preferred. Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test.

SALARY & COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include retirement, health insurance, holiday, sick and vacation leave.

Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 E. HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Valerie Brown-Garza, Personnel Director 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Fully Insured Group Health, Dental, Vision and Life City of Rio Grande City (hereina�er referred to as the City) is seeking proposals in response to this Request for Proposals (RFP) for a fully insured group medical program for the employees and dependants from carriers qualified to provide these services and/or products for the City’s benefit plan.

Sealed proposals, one (1) original and (2) copies, must be clearly marked “GROUP MEDICAL PROPOSAL” and will be received no later than Thursday, July 5, 2018, 3:00 p.m. , and proposals will be opened therea�er. Delivery may only be made in person, from U.S. Post Office or delivery service. The City will not be responsible for any lost or late deliveries. Address proposals to the City of Rio Grande City to the a�en�on of: Name: Alberto Perez Title: City Manager Physical Address: 5332 N. Hwy 83, Rio Grande City, TX. 78582 Telephone: 956-487-0672 City requests proposals with and without broker/agent commissions and any commissions shall be fully disclosed.

Public Notice

Starr County Invitation for Bids June 13, 2018

The County of Starr is requesting bids for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and performance of all work required for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of single family residential homes. The following house to be rehabilitated or reconstructed is: 601 Chapote St, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Project Type: Reservation System Participant, RSP Agreement #2017-0040; Starr County Contract Number #1002675/1002676.

Bid Documents (Project Manual) may be obtained in person from Starr County Court House Annex at 100 N FM 3167 Rio Grande City, TX, between the hours of 8:00a.m. & 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday (excluding Holidays). Bid packages are limited to one package per contractor. For further information contact Connie Cantu, Project Manager at 716-4800 ext. 8115.

Sealed Bids will be accepted by the Starr County Federal & State Programs Staff at Starr County Annex suite 220 at 100 N FM 3167 Rio Grande City, TX. Until 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 2018. Bids not received prior to the date and time set forth above will not be accepted for consideration. Starr County will consider the lowest responsible Bid. Bids may be held by Starr County for a period not to exceed 90 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.

Pre-Bid conference will be held at Starr County Courthouse Annex 100 N. F.M. 3167 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018. All Perspective Bidders are encouraged to attend.

All Bidders/Contractors must be registered with the Texas Residential Construction Commission. Bidder/ 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.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 20, 2018, SECTION II, PAGE 4

LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND BEER R E TA I L E R ’ S O F F PREMISE PERMIT by: ERIBERTO CEDILLO dba PAISANO STORE to be located at 583 N. A LVA R E Z R D . , R I O GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Grulla Elementary Honor Roll

Continued from last week, June 13, 2018, section II, page 3

3RD GRADE Socorro Chavana “A” Gabriella Itzel Banda, Brianna Denise De Leon, Leonardo Garza, Peyton Raine Garza, Joel Adalberto Gonzalez, Fredie Alexander Martinez, Yarianna Itzel Rios, Thor Rivera, Diego Azael Zendeja Deleon “A & B” Dominic Rene Aguirre, Ana Reyna De Leon Martinez, Brandon Damian De Leon, Dominick Luis Garza, Jeshua Olivares, Ruby Lee Rios, Ayleen Monserrat Zepeda Carina Guerrero “A” Naeli Jazbell Farias

Job Announcement For a Water Treatment Plant Operator City of Rio Grande City Public Utility Department JOB TITLE & CLASSIFICATION: Water Treatment Plant Operator, Rio Grande City Public Utility Department, FullTime regular position.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate and monitor control systems and related equipment to ensure the plant systems are operating in a safe and efficient manner, receive supplies, perform security checks with in plant and on grounds.

Maintain safe and clean equipment in the general work area, and other duties as assigned. Employee must be able to work flexible hours.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED. A Water Plant Operator License and experience in the public utility industry is preferred. Applicant must obtain the Class C license within a year or less. Applicant must pass a thorough background check (employment & criminal) and a pre-employment drug test.

SALARY & COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience.

Application may be picked up at City Hall 5332 E Hwy 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Valerie Brown-Garza, Personnel Director 956-487-0672

“A & B” Damaris Yamilee Diaz, Angelina Dyanika Espinoza, Mairany Garcia, Litzy Guerrero, Carlos Daniel Ibarra, Octavio Alexander Ruiz Garza, Gabriella Nicole Solis, Alyah Marie Zarate, Jonathan Zuniga Chavira Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Dante ES Lopez Alexandra Hellmund “A” Sergio Alberto Lopez Jr. “A & B” Kaylani Nevaeh Bazan, Amber Nichole Garza, Mariely Garza, Miguel Angel Gonzalez, Manuel Adrian Martinez, Rowen Ramirez, Erik Rivera, Kylie Rose Solis Janet Zarate “A” Jose Luis Alaffa III., Alexis Isaiah Barrera, Brianna Jasmine Davila, Denessa Alizae Elizondo, Fernando Garza, Devani Elaine Gonzalez, Jonathan Gracia, Kaylynn Ivanna Lopez, Kalinah Montenegro, Alex J Moreno, Loretta Nicole Silva, Bertha Alicia Zendeja Deleon “A & B” Ashley Marie Perez, Adelyn Ayleen Salmon, Jaime Isaias Villarreal 4TH GRADE Carisa Bazan “A” Kassandra Elizabeth Garza, Mia Anahi Martinez, Madison marie Montalvo, Yailyn Reyna Garza, Julian Andrew Zarate “A & B” Layla Lynn Flores, Jeremiah Anthony Lopez, Matthew Eli Martinez, Ytzel Morin, Nalanie Yvette Pena Priscilla Garcia “A & B” Osvaldo Pena Jr. Dephane Maria Puente Grulla Elementary Honor Roll Continued next week, June 27, 2018

City of Rio Grande City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Starr County Town Crier 2018 Graduation Edition San Isidro High School - Senior Class of 2018

Jovany Muniz Valedictorian

Amy Marie Solis Salutatorian

Roma High School - Senior Class of 2018

Preparatory For Early College High School - Senior Class of 2018

Anahi G. Tinajero Valedictorian

Kathie Lee Garza Salutatorian

Rio Grande City High School Senior Class of 2018

Jack Lu Huang Valedictorian

Oscar Daniel Soto Salutatorian

Grulla High School - Senior Class of 2018

Damaris Flores Valedictorian

Yubizdely Tanguma Salutatorian

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 2

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 3

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2018

PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

Top Ranking Students

Valedictorian

Anahi G. Tinajero

Salutatorian

Kathie Lee Garza

Third Ranking Laisa Garcia

Top Ten Students

Sitting L to R Anahi Guadalupe Tinajero, Kathie Lee Garza, Laisa Garcia, Brianna Lizette Bazan, Anahi Saldana, Standing L to R Gabriela Corpus, Aurora Garza, Alejandra Fernandez, Maria Guadalupe Moreno, Juan Manuel Rodriguez III

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 4

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 7

San Isidro ISD Jovany Muniz Valedictorian

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It seems just like yesterday when you walked into San Isidro High School for the �irst time in August 2015. You joined your new classmates for your Sophomore Year and began your journey at San Isidro High School! What a journey it has been all of these years and it has been our greatest joy to watch you grow and develop into the beautiful young lady that you are! You really have done it all and have made us so proud to be your parents. You jumped right into Student Council and FFA and earned your way into presidency of both organizations which is what you are most proud of.

You took your presidency very seriously because your fellow students counted on you for direction and leadership. Also you felt that when a woman is able to have a leadership role she has a responsibility to lead well in order to pave the way for

other women! Your grades have always been very important to you which led to your induction into the National Honor Society. You tried it all and graduated with no regrets: student government, volleyball, ready writing, baking, cake decorating, raising goats, working with heifers, competing at The Starr County Youth Fair, competing at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and even though you didn’t want to...gave beauty pageants a try. You knew that thinking “I should have” was not an option! So you leave high school with no regrets and knowing that no matter what... You were a friend to all! Because truth is you were stronger than you knew!

You have come a long way from the little girl we dropped off at Saint Peter’s School in Laredo many years ago. And on that �irst day of school when we were sure

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 13

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2018

RIO GRANDE CITY HIGH SCHOOL

Top Ranking Students

Valedictorian

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Salutatorian

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Third Ranking

~ Jr Rogelio Evan Pena,

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, GRADUATION EDITION, JUNE 20, 2018, PAGE 14

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Preparatory For Early College High School Top 10 Anahi G. Tinajero Valedictorian

Kathie Lee Garza Salutatorian

Laisa Garcia Third Ranked

Sitting L to R Anahi Guadalupe Tinajero, Kathie Lee Garza, Laisa Garcia, Brianna Lizette Bazan, Anahi Saldana, Standing L to R Gabriela Corpus, Aurora Garza, Alejandra Fernandez, Maria Guadalupe Moreno, Juan Manuel Rodriguez III

Grulla High School Top 10

Damaris Flores Valedictorian

Yubizdely Tanguma Salutatorian

Sitting L to R Damaris Flores, Yubizdely Tanguma, Esmeralda Trevino, Ruby Adame, Victor Hinojosa Jr. Standing L to R Marilynn Gonzalez, Ruby Salinas, Alexis Cantu, Giselle

Rio Grande City High School Top 10

Esmeralda Trevino Third Ranked

Jack Lu Huang Valedictorian

Oscar Daniel Soto Salutatorian

Rogelio Evan Pena, Jr Third Ranked

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GRULLA HIGH SCHOOL

Top Ranking Students

Valedictorian

Damaris Flores

Salutatorian

Yubizdely Tanguma

Third Ranking

Esmeralda Trevino

Top Ten Students

Sitting L to R Damaris Flores, Yubizdely Tanguma, Esmeralda Trevino, Ruby Adame, Victor Hinojosa Jr. Standing L to R Marilynn Gonzalez, Ruby Salinas, Alexis Cantu, Giselle Deleon, Larissa Martinez

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RIO GRANDE CITY HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR CLASS OF 2018

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RGC High School Top Ten Ranking Graduates

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Grulla High School Top Ten Ranking Graduates

San Isidro High School Top Five Ranking Graduates