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The Rio Grande City EDC congratulates El Pekado Restaurant on their grand opening in Rio Grande City.

“We’d like to thank our family and friends for their support and the community for coming out to help us celebrate today. We invite everyone to visit our restaurant and enjoy the variety of dishes we have to offer,” said Carlos Aguilar of El Pekado Restaurant. “On behalf of Mayor Villarreal, Rio Grande City Commissioners and the Rio Grande City EDC Board of Directors, we welcome you to the Rio Grande City business community and wish you prosperity in the years to come,” said Dave “Chachi” Jones, City of Rio Grande City Commissioner and EDC Board Member. El Pekado Restaurant is located at 5346 E. US Hwy 83 STE. 4 in Rio Grande City.

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Starr County 4-Her Gabriella Margo Honored Four Roma High Students Earn Statein College Station, Texas Rattler 4-H Club member Gabriella Margo was honored at Reed Arena at Texas A&M University in College Station for winning first place honors in her division in a statewide art and photography contest sponsored by Texas A&M Veterinarians Medical Diagnostic Laboratory and Texas 4-H. She was awarded a rosette and gift card. Ella is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Javier D. Margo, Jr. She is pictured with her rosette and gift card.

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Grulla High School Held Their All Sports Banquet

Grulla High School celebrated their All Sports Banquet. Award presentations were made to the players in football, cross country, basketball, softball, baseball, track and field, soccer, golf, volleyball, wrestling, powerlifting, and cheerleading. Awards were also presented to the multi-sports athletes. A special presentation was also made to Delma Ozuna for the Female Athlete of the Year and to Edgar Garza for the Male Athlete of the Year. A special thank you to Board of Trustees, Daria “Dr. B” Babineaux and Eleazar Velasquez for presenting the Female and Male Athlete of the Year their award. Congratulations to all the award recipients!

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Roma High School is proud to announce that four Roma High School Art Program students have shown the state the high-level of talent for our area. Out of the 13 qualifying Roma students selected to participate in the VASE (Visual Art Scholastic Event) State Competition, four earned a Gold Seal Medallion in this year’s competition.

The students are Ana Mariela Perez, Eric Garza, Dalia Martinez and Melissa Garcia. Now the work of all four students will be part of a traveling exhibition that will be VASE ART, page 5

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This week was a very special and signi�icant week as students in the ACE program @ Grulla Middle School honored their fathers. All Fathers were welcomed by Mrs. Maribel Villarreal- ACE Site – Coordinator and the ACE staff. Fathers were given a light brunch and an opportunity to sit and chat and be together . After this relaxing moment the students broke up into teams for a basket ball tournament and a jigsaw competition. Prizes were given to all participants and winners .

Father’s Day is considered extremely important for it acknowledges the contribution of fathers to individual families and to societies as large. Besides the observance of Father’s Day, it provides children an opportunity to express love and respect for their fathers. The sentiment goes a long way in strengthening father-child relationship and consequently in the emotional development of a child.

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Roma High School Mariachi Nuevo Santander Rio Grande City High School Congratulations to Mrs. Tomasita Honored for State UIL Division 1 Rating Held Their Scholarship Night Carrera on her Retirement

Roma High School’s Mariachi Nuevo Santander earned a 1st Division Rating at the 2017 UIL State Mariachi Festival! “The district is extremely proud of these students and their directors who work so hard to excel in all they do,” expressed Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman. “They continue to amaze us all the time by their accomplishments and the fact that so many of them are excelling academically as well. These students are blessed with amazing talent, which they continue to hone. I’m very proud and can’t wait to see what else these students accomplish in the future!”

Rio Grande City High School held their annual Scholarship Night at the Rio High Cafetorium. Scholarship night is when clubs and organizations from the community award funds to seniors attending college. Over one million dollars in scholarships was awarded to seniors from the class of 2017. This money will help them with tuition, room and board, and books. The community has been very generous and on behalf of the senior class of 2017 thank you to the organizations and clubs that took part in this endeavor.

Rio Grande City High School celebrated Mrs. Tomasita Carrera’s retirement with a luncheon at the Rio High Library. Tomasita has been s counselors’ clerk for the last 42 years! Mr. Saenz began the celebration with a speech about her wonderful 42 years with RGCCISD. They celebrated with a delicious plate of carne guisada, rice, beans, potato salad, and pico de gallo. They also enjoyed memorable moments by the photo booth. On Behalf of the Rio Grande City High School Administration and staff we would like to wish Tomasita the very best in starting a new chapter in her life, congratulations.

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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Recruits Volunteers for County-wide Health, Wellness Education Program Training for New Master Wellness Volunteer Program begins in July Finding reliable resources of health and wellness information can be a challenge. Since 1906, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has provided Texans with guidance in various health areas and is now training volunteers to

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VASE ART Continued from Front Page

shown at Glassell Junior School in Houston from May through August, the Texas Education Agency in Austin from September to October and the Texas Art Education Association Conference in November.

This year more than 32,000 entries were submitted to the VASE competition, which is run by the Texas Art Education Association, and out of that only 1,600 works advanced to the state event. Out of the state winners, only 150 receive the gold seal medallion, which is the highest ranking award that can be earned in state-level competition. This year Roma High advanced to state with 13 students and 14 works of art, resulting in the four Gold Seal Medallions. Additionally, Roma High Senior Ana Mariela Perez earned a scholarship of $500 and one student, Melissa Garcia, actually had two pieces selected

for state competition!

“I am so very proud of our exceptional Roma High School Art Program, which continues to shine above and beyond every high school in the Rio Grande Valley,” said Marissa Belmontes, Roma High School Principal. “We have, without a doubt, some of the finest faculty anywhere with a great leader in Gabriela Gonzalez, who continues to push the program and her students to explore new ground and to try to reach their personal best. She cares deeply for the students and they in turn are always working hard to develop and hone their skills. The whole staff at Roma High and the district administration congratulates these students and the faculty for their hard work! We are so proud to say ‘we knew them when’ and have no doubt that they will go far with these tremendous skills!”

Alto Bonito Elementary Held Their Spring Festival

Alto Bonito teachers, students, parents, and staff enjoyed a day filled with fun activities. Students were allowed to bring bicycles, kites, bubbles, hula hoops, and more to spend the day outdoors along side their parents and classmates. They were able to eat outdoors as a family. The school provided moon jumps, a disco, and events in the gym for everyone to enjoy. As an added bonus school administrators provided lunch for the entire the school. The Spring Family Festival was a huge success. Everyone had a blast! Thank you to all the parents that joined us!

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We look forward to seeing all of our new families at registration this month! During your visit, you will receive information about food services, after-school activities, and special education services. We will also answer any questions that you may have and collect important information from you.

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Por favor haga planes pasar 45 minutos con nosotros durante uno de nuestros eventos: Jueves 22 de junio de 2017 | 2 PM – 6 PM Viernes 23 de junio de 2017 | 7 AM – 2 PM Sábado 24 de junio de 2017 | 9 AM – 1 PM Ubicación: IDEA Rio Grande City Campus Cafeteria 2803 W. Monarch Lane Rio Grande City, TX 78582 Si quiere que el proceso del Día de la Inscripción sea más rápido, puede llenar todas las formas correspondientes en SCHOOLMINT. Comience el proceso opcional en línea en ideapublicschools.org/registration.

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Grulla Middle School and Grulla High School Jazz Bands Performed at Grulla Elementary

Grulla Middle School Band and Grulla High School Jazz Band performed for 5th grade students at Grulla Elementary. The students were very excited and eager to not only meet but also to learn about the different instruments that are available if they choose to take band courses in the middle school. It was also great to see how many previous Grulla Elementary students are currently performing in the band. Thanks to the Band Directors and staff that made this event a great success.

Walking for a Healthier You! Energized students from Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary after Walking Across Texas – Students Fitness Promoters: Principal Dr. Jorge Guzman, Coach Danny Saenz, Learn Grow Eat Go Teacher Carmen Saenz, Hector – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

The Starr County 2017 Walk Across Texas program was carried out this Spring with residents making significant commitments to getting healthy, comments Yolanda Morado, Starr County Extension Agent-FCS. The Walk Across Texas program is an eight week (team of eight, school classes, or individuals) who walk 830 miles across a map of Texas.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service who sponsors the program state-wide reports that there are some impressive numbers where people who do the eight weeks program adopt lifelong walking commitments. Our Starr County walkers walked a total of 134,611 miles and there were 2,363 participants.

There were six schools that

participated and one youth group who walked a total of 2,394 miles. The four Rio Grande City Schools were: AC2e Elementary, Grulla Middle School, Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary and Ringgold Elementary. The Roma Schools that participated were Veterans Memorial Elementary and RT Barrera Elementary.

The top 3 schools with the most miles were1st place RT Barrera Elementary, AC2e Elementary 2nd place, and 3rd place Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary. The youth group that participated was the Boys & Girls Club of Rio Grande City.

In the adult category there were 14 teams and 135 walkers who walked 13,221 miles in the 8 week period. The 3 top teams were Roma Police Department with 1st

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The top walkers were Priscilla Perales, 555.49 miles, Omar Garza 490.54 miles and Lyzette Pena 472.65 miles.

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Exercise is important in order to keep your body and mind in shape. It allows you to enjoy more activities and reduce the risk of problems as you get older. You will get fewer back aches and pains or other effects from a deteriorating body. In other words walking can help you live longer, and have a healthier body.

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In honor of National Poetry Month, Ringgold Middle School held a Poetry Night at the Lopez-Tijerina Courtyard in Rio Grande City. Students, parents and staff celebrated the joy, expressiveness, and pure delight of poetry. Special thanks to Mrs. Dolores Flores and staff who helped organize such an enjoyable event.

Starr County Judge Eloy Vera presented the key to a brand new home to Mr. and Mrs. Jose A. Paz of La Rosita, Texas who were the recipients of a new home funded by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. The Paz family lost their home to a fire about two (2) years ago. They decided to apply for a home grant through Starr County. The grant is based on eligibility in order to qualify and Mr. and Mrs. Paz met all of the necessary criteria. Starr County Federal Programs Personnel worked closely with the family to ensure that the home was built as per grant specifications. Pictured with Mr. and Mrs. Paz and their family are: Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, Federal Programs Interim Director-Reyna Guerra, Federal Programs Project Managers – Maricela Ybarra and Connie Cantu, Pct. 1 Administrative Assistants Letty Garcia and Celeste Perez.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, PAGE 10

PUBLIC NOTICE

DATE 06-15-2017

To Whom it may concern, Vacstop SWD, LLC has filed a Form W-14 with the Texas Railroad Commission with the intent to amend its daily injection volume, as well as amend to from a “private” facility to a “commercial” facility.

LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND BEER RETAILER’S PERMIT by: ELSA M. BARRERA dba BIRDS GRILL to be located at 298 W. 2ND STREET, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER DUE TO JULY 4TH OUR DEADLINE FOR THE ISSUE OF

VACSTOP SWD, LLC 104. S Broadway Blv. McAllen TX, 78501

WEDNESDAY JULY 5TH IS FRIDAY JUNE 30TH

Operator P-5 No. 881153 Lease/Gas ID No. 10966 UIC# 427-32077 210-388-3250 Robert Espericueta

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 17-18-1006

Description Childcare Services - II

Date Due July 7, 2017

Time 3:00 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 956-872-4683. 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 Fernando Lamas, Assistant Director of Purchasing, 956-872-4683 flamas@ 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 opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or handicapped status in the employment or provision of service.

Purchases made as a result of this solicitation will be funded through a grant from the United States Department of Education and passing through the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

ATTENTION EIGHT-LINER BUSINESS OWNERS IN STARR COUNTY A SUIT HAS BEEN FILED AGAINST STARR COUNTY ALLEGING THAT THE OCCUPATION TAX PAID TO STARR COUNTY BY EIGHT-LINER OWNERS ARE ILLEGAL AND UNCONSTITUTIONAL. THE SUIT DEMANDS THAT THE MONEY PAID BY EIGHT-LINER OWNERS PURSUANT TO THE ILLEGAL OCCUPATION TAX BE REFUNDED TO THE BUSINESS OWNERS. IF YOU ARE OR WERE AN EIGHT-LINER BUSINESS OWNER INTERESTED IN MAKING A CLAIM UNDER THIS SUIT, CALL (956) 664-0011 Statute of Limitations to prosecute your claim is running, so act now.

NO ATTORNEY FEES, COST OR EXPENSES UNLESS YOU RECOVER. The content of this advertisement was prepared and approved by The Law Office of Justino “J.R.” Garza, P.C. The Law Office of Damian Orozco P.C. and the Law Office of Javier Villalobos, P.C jointly. All three aforementioned lawyers are responsible for the content of this Public Advertisement. The three aforementioned lawyers have formed a joint venture for the purpose of litigating these type of cases in Texas.

The principle office of each lawyer are state below: Law Office of Justino “J.R.” Garza, P.C..

2223 Primrose McAllen Texas

Law Office of Damian Orozco, P.C

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, PAGE 11

Roma ISD Announces May 2017 Gladiator Wall of Fame Honorees Preparatory for Early College High School Roma ISD’s Gladiator Wall of Ballet Folklorico Preformed at State Capitol Fame Program shines the light on exemplary students, who are selected for the honor based on citizenship, leadership, academics and extracurricular activities. The honorees include Yaritzel Cantu, Jalette Ramirez and Andrea Ramos of Emma Vera Elementary School; Julian Elizondo, Enya Padilla and Julian Vela of F.J. Scott Elementary School; Hector Bernal, Luisiana Fernandez and Jaden Garcia of R. & C. Saenz Elementary School; Angel M. Balderas, Armando Barcenas and Arianii E. Hinojosa of R.T. Barrera Elementary School; Jayleen Miranda, Ashley Y. Perez and Juliana Saldana of Veterans Memorial Elementary School; Neyli Figueroa, Danna M. Garcia and Carina Iracheta of Y.B. Escobar Elementary School; Kymberly K. Garza, Dana J. Guerra and Ana C. Leija of Ramiro Barrera Middle School; Rebecca Diaz and Javier Mondragon of Roma Middle School; and Juan D. Ramirez and Raul J. Soriano of Roma High School. Congratulations to all students!

It is an honored tradition at the State Capitol to showcase the talents of Texas youth. The Students from the Preparatory for Early College High School Ballet Folklorico were invited by State Representative Ryan Guillen, to perform at the capitol during the legislative session. They represented District 31 and the Starr County Area. They performed several dances in the Capitol Rotunda from 12-1p.m. and were recognized during the session.

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All vehicles are subject to pre-sale. Expires 06/30/2017.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, PAGE 12

Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary Held Its Annual Career Day

Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary held its annual Career Day. The Colt family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made this day a great success. We thank all the presenters who took time from their busy schedules to come speak and educate our students about their field of work. Students were inspired and motivated as they learned about duties and responsibilities of careers such as librarian, firefighter, law enforcement, medical, dental, therapist, drug prevention, baking and photography. Our students were certainly thrilled to see so many community members come out to our school!

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All prices plus tax, title and license. Residency restrictions apply. Artwork for illustration purposes only.

All vehicles are subject to pre-sale. Expires 06/30/2017.

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Historical Starr County

JUNE 21, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

ATTENTION CATTLEMEN Why are cattlemen selling their cattle thru R.Y Livestock Sales, Inc.?

WE WORK TO MARKET YOUR CATTLE RATHER THAN JUST SELL THEM.

Marketing Tools Include:

1. Advertising your cattle on the internet, correspondence, phone calls, etc.

2. We now offer cattle pregnancy testing through Ultrasound at no additional cost.

3. Customer Service and Proper Care of YOUR cattle emphasized.

• Check out our website

www.rylivestock.com

to view our weekly market report, early consignment and upcoming events. * What will be offered for sale might interest you.

24/7 Service LIVESTOCK SALE EVERY FRIDAY

ANY QUESTION OR CONCERNS CALL:

R.Y. Livestock Sales Inc.

12 Livestock Rd. Rio Grande City, Texas Sam Rodriguez, Jr. LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED

OFFICE 956-487-5551 SAM 956-534-0284

MARKET PRICES FOR JUNE 9, 2017

STEERS AVER-HIGH

LIMITED TIME ONLY!!

While Supplies Last!!

PAY 3 MO. IN ADVANCE and receive a

FREE

smart watch $75 Value

see store for details. MUST be New Activation

SWITCH TO CRICKET AND SAVE GET A FREE 4G LTE SMART PHONE*

Samsung Amp 2, LG Fortune, ZTE Sonata 3 and Alcatel Streak For qualified port-in customers See store for details

Limited time offer, see store for details.

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MONTH OF DTV & 6MO. OF HBO

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RGC: 4370 E. Hwy 83 Ste. B - 956-309-3549 Roma: 834 E. Grant St. Ste. C - 956-570-0701 Arroyo: 5065 Hwy. 83 ste. A - 956-570-0702 Escobares: 4522 East Hwy 83 Ste A. 956-429-5625

Auto • Home • Business • Life Hablamos Español

956-488-0160

1926 W US HWY 83 Rio Grande City, Tx 78582

HEIFERS AVER-HIGH

200 - 300 301 - 400 401 - 500 501 - 600 601 - 700 701 - 800

MATURE CATTLE

When you subscribe plans starting at $35/mo.

SEE STORE FOR DETAILS

See store for details

1.79 - 2.10 1.74 - 1.99 1.53 - 1.90 1.44 - 1.67 1.25 - 1.35 .97 - 1.28

WEIGHT

COW-CALF PAIRS STOCKER COWS PACKER COWS REPLACEMENT BULLS PACKER BULLS

1.87 - 2.12 1.58 - 1.85 1.57 - 1.79 1.48 - 1.70 1.26 - 1.62 1.22 - 1.25

AVER - HIGH NO TEST $925.00 - $1,100.00 0.66 - 0.75 0.90 - 1.28 0.85 - 0.87

TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 357

COMMENTS & NEWS:

Prices on stocker and feeders were steady to higher.

Prices on stocker cows were steady on a light test.

Consider what affects shrinkage and bruising when selling your cattle, which affects your net return on your sale.

New meeting, party and gathering space for Starr County.

Isolated with plenty of parking.

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).

Approximately 1/4 mile on the right before getting to Hospital Road if traveling towards Roma.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 2

V.F.W. HALL RENTALS

HOUSE FOR SALE

FORForPARTIES AND EVENTS info. call or text - Cell Phones:

735-3295 • 487-5050 • 422-8771

Se Renta Apartamentos

4bdrm., 1ba. located on Palm St. (Las Lomas) RGC For more info. call (817) 487-7578

342-7669 • 435-4123

SALON 1402 NOW HIRING

Shining Starr School of Music

Is looking for Hairstylists and Barber (Cosmetology License required).

1402 N. Garza St., RGC

735-8506

3 recamaras, 2 baĂąos en Los TreviĂąos. 2 recamaras, 1 baĂąo, A/C y calefacciĂłn, Hernandez Rd. RGC. Para mas informaciĂłn:

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

1 BDRM., 1 BA. $285.00 per mo. + $200 dep.

Includes ref.,water, cable, internet stove & trash

488-2879 • 573-6475

Accordion Lessons!!!

Learn to play cumbias, chotiz, huapangos, polkas and corridos in no time at all from an experienced NorteĂąo Musician! Now offering classes for children ages 6 thru adult.

Came by the studio and sign up today!!

319 N Lopez St. RGC (by Optica Bravo)

LECTURA DE CARTAS 3bdrm., 1 ba

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Alvarez Rd. For more info call 956-720-8068 956-292-0203

20 AĂąos de Experiencia HAZ TU CITA

573-8613

956-309-9606

Abraham Salinas, Instructor

APARTMENT FOR RENT SCasa Blanca Apartamentos

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STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY – No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the beneďŹ ts of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by South Texas Community College on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

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*Sign-on Bonus available for RNs and LVNs

2530 Central Palm Drive Rio Grande City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

(956) 487-3996 “We are equal opportunity employer.�

To Apply: www.regencyhealthcare.com/careers

1 bedroom, 1 bath w/ laundry, dinning, and living room appliances included.

Newly remodeled

1 block away from North Grammar Elementary in RGC. $375mo +$300 Dep.

For info. call

956-487-8989

2 recĂĄmaras, 1 baĂąo, $400 mes, $200 deposito. Estufa y Refrigerador, Aire Central/ CalefacciĂłn, Lavanderia.

1805 W. Main St., RGC Sra. Blanca Lopez Cell: OďŹ cina:

488-0345

437-7243 562-1791

SAN ROBERTO APTS.

Spacious 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath with appliances including washer & dryer in units. Walking distance from schools at 399 San Roberto Rd.

$550/mo with one year contract.

RGCCISD NOTICES BID NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting bids on the following:

18-01 OfďŹ ce & Instructional Supplies Catalog Bid 10:00 A.M. 18-02 OfďŹ ce Furniture Catalog Bid 10:30 A.M. 18-03 Classroom Furniture Catalog Bid 10:45 A.M. 18-04 Computer & Copier Paper 11:00 A.M.

(956) 454-1043

Bid SpeciďŹ cations and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce at the address below or via email purchasing@rgccisd.org.

RIVER OAK APARTMENTS

Sealed bids must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

www.riograndecityapartments.com

For Rent 2 bedroom $450 month

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.

Appliances Included

832-755-9306 HELP WANTED •A/C TECHNICIAN •INSTALLERS

956-867-0942 • 735-8063 BEAUTIFUL RANCH WITH HOUSE FOR SALE FALFURRIAS - BROOKS COUNTY

3bdrm, 2ba Family Home 2,927 Sq.Ft. on 40.38 cleared acres.

Hunting (Nilgai, deer, dove, quail and hogs) easily manageable crop land,

by Brooks County Airport and approximately 3mi from town.

ONLY INTEREST BUYERS NO LEASING FOR HUNTING

We can email pictures of property upon request.

(956) 457-4171

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

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

RFP# 18-05 Request for Proposal SHARS Medical Billing Services 2:00 p.m.

Proposal speciďŹ cations and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 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

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

RFP# 18-06 Request for Proposal Groceries and Supplies District-Wide 2:15 p.m.

Proposal speciďŹ cations and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce at the address below.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing OfďŹ ce, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, July 18, 2017 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

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 3

AmeriCorps and STC seeking volunteers to assist with LEGAL NOTICE GED and literacy training for low-income students Application has been made AmeriCorps in collaboration with South Texas College is seeking participants for its Continuing Education volunteer program who will assist with GED, ESL, computer, workplace and literacy initiatives.

AmeriCorps VISTA, working in tandem with the Continuing Professional and Workforce Education (CPWE) program at STC has begun the year-long program in an effort to fight literacy and assist low-income communities in the region.

“We want to let the community know about the volunteer initiative. We need volunteers to help with these classes,” said Alyssa Garcia, VISTA Coordinator of Basic Skills Volunteers. “What I am focused on right now is the literacy movement, and helping people climb out of poverty. By helping these individuals obtain their GED, we can help them find a better wage job. This is especially true for Hispanics who are at the poverty level. Some work fulltime and they are still considered low income. But once these people get their GED, they will be able to get a better job and have more opportunities as a whole.”

AmeriCorps engages more than 80,000 Americans in intensive service each year at 21,600 unique sites including nonprofits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups across the country. Since the program’s founding in 1994, more than 1 million AmeriCorps members have contributed more than 1.4 billion hours in service across America while tackling pressing problems and mobilizing more than 2.3 million volunteers for the organizations they serve.

“Right now I am based out of the CPWE offices, and I am assisting them with this remarkable journey towards enhancing literacy in South Texas.” Garcia said. “The sooner we get these volunteers the better, so we can begin to serve the community and fight poverty

together. Getting involved with this initiative will allow volunteers to bring a halt to the 36 million adults in the United States that lack basic work skills like literacy, and help the citizens of South Texas gain the skills they need in order

Ringgold Middle School Held McTeacher’s Night Ringgold Middle School hosted McTeacher’s Night to help raise money for their end of year festivities. Students along with their parents stopped by to support the cause and enjoyed watching RMS staff behind the counter preparing their meals. We would like to give a special thank you to our students, parents, and the community for coming out in support of McTeacher’s Night, as well as to the RGC McDonald’s team for having us and helping us throughout the evening.

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2015 GMC Sierra SLT

2017 CHEVY Traverse LT

2014 Chevy Equinox

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER DUE TO JULY 4TH OUR DEADLINE FOR THE ISSUE OF WEDNESDAY JULY 5TH IS FRIDAY JUNE 30TH

Is now taking applications for a full/part-time DELIVERY TECHNICIAN

$37,995

2015 Dodge Challenger

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: RICARDO GONZALEZ d b a G E N . PA N C H O VILLA MEAT MARKET to be located at 120 W. PA L M A S T. , R I O GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

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to reach their maximum potential.”

Garcia said.

Anyone looking to volunteer can contact Alyssa Garcia, VISTA Coordinator of Basic Skills Volunteers, at 872-1671 or email at alyssa.n.garcia01@gmail.com

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JUNE 21, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 4

Fire ants are dangerous R e d imported fire ants (RIFA) are becoming widespread and they both alter ecosystems and threaten people and other species.

Attempts to control them and their effects are costing millions.

Their invasion is serious in many ways.

The fire ants first entered the U. S. during 1918 in Mobile, Alabama, probably in shipping crates or ballast. They’ve now spread throughout much of our southern states. Freezing winters protect northern states.

Allow me to explain some ways to identify Solenopsis invicta, the fire ant. As typical of ants they have six legs, a pair of antennae, and three body parts --- head, thorax, and abdomen (called the gaster). They’re tiny ants, only 1/8 to 5/16 inch.

Notably, the head and thorax are a medium rust color while

the abdomen is darker and blackish. Two other identifying characteristics require a hand lens. At the end of each antenna is a small knob; it has two segments.

The thorax and abdomen are connected by a thin petiole which also has two segments or nodes.

Another means of identification involves the mound that a colony builds. It can be a foot high or higher and have numerous entry holes. Most ants build small mounds with a single entry.

If you encounter a fire ant colony be very careful. They’re like Africanized bees, very aggressive and sting. The stinger injects an alkaloid venom called solenopsin which is very painful and in some people may cause an anaphylaxis reaction and require immediate medical treatment!

They can kill pets and other small animals.

As with most ants, they have a caste system in the colony. There will be one or several queens capable of producing 1,600 eggs per day for perhaps as many as 7 years! A colony may have a

population of 250,000.

There are also drones, males, whose only duty is mating after which they die. There are also workers and soldiers with the usual duties.

Fire ant foods consist of young plant parts and seeds.

Prevention or eradication of fire ants often involves the spread of poisons around the edge of a colony or broadcast over large areas. There is a problem with that.

Poisons also kill other species of ants. Our horned lizard is now a threatened species because its necessary food supply, harvester ants, are also being poisoned.

Fire ants also directly attack and drive out harvester ants.

Natural controls are also being tried. Tiny, hump-backed phorid flies are being introduced.

They kill fire ants and in time may alleviate our problem. As they say, time will tell.

In the mean time, avoid these aggressive, venomous ants, protect our indigenous ants if you can and enjoy our natural environment.

Summer 2017 Grulla High School

Join us this summer for ACE@ Grulla High School

E E R F

E E FR

CLASSES BEING OFFERED: Cake Decorating with Chef Jessie Pena Woodshop- Boys & Girls, create a piece of furniture you can keep! Mr. Juanito Oyervides Fine Arts/Arts & Crafts- Ms. Yoli Farias Health & Fitness - Mrs. Adriana Salinas Accordion/Conjunto-Mr. Jorge Ochoa Cosmetology- Mrs. Gloria Gonzalez CPR/Phlebotomy Class- Mr. Ryan Carlson (12 slots) Must be 17 or older.

AUDIENCE: Existing Grulla High School Students & Incoming 9th Graders

HURRY THERE STILL TIME!!!

ACE Summer Enrichment Classes @Grulla High Start Date: Tuesday, 20, 2017 Time: 9:00am-1:00pm (FREE Breakfast & Lunch will be provided) ACE buses will pickup students @ 8:00 am Freshmen come and orient yourself before school starts! All incoming 8th graders are invited.

For Registration Information Call: (956) 716-6962 Mrs. Melinda Hernandez (956) 716-8439 Mrs. Aide Gutierrez (956) 317-1700 Mr. Pedro Martinez (956) 844-9383 Mr. Salvador Hernandez Jr. (956) 317-1700