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A presentation was made at Commissioners’ Court by Ms. Monica Espinoza and Mr. Isidoro Flores to highlight the services that will be provided and to seek support for the operation. Starr

C o u n t y J u d g e Eloy Vera commended t h e m for their efforts in bringing this worthwhile and much needed operation to Starr County.

Operation Lone Star is a collaborative medical services project where state and county

health and human service agencies, the Texas Military Department, local service groups and volunteers join to provide medical services to the underserved communities.

This year, the following medical services will be provided free to the all residents; immunizations, blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings, hearing and vision exams, physicals for students, medical evaluations and dental services.

On June 10, 2021 Edumar Garcia signed his letter of intent to play football for Concordia University in Nebraska, at the RGCHS Gym. We are incredibly proud of his success and are excited to see his future accomplishments! Thank you for always showing your #RattlerPride!

By: Luis C. Barrera, Senior Army Instructor for Roma High School’s Army JROTC Program The Roma High School JROTC program teamed up with Edinburg North High and Kingsville High for the first Camp Mapache JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge at La Copa Ranch, Texas from June 7-10, 2021.

JCLC is a four-day long course designed to challenge students physically and mentally while incorporating JROTC principles and values. High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors are provided a safe military setting to develop leadership, teamwork, and citizenship skills, while being engaged with peers in activities aimed at building confidence and discipline.

Angela Gonzalez, an upcoming senior at Roma High School and JROTC cadet said, “The JROTC program has given me the chance to get out of my comfort zone and make connections.” Angela is the incoming Gladiator Battalion Commander for the 2021-2022 school year.

Training included kayaking,

orienteering, rope bridging, the Field Leadership Reaction Course, marksmanship and an obstacle course. Upperclassmen cadets also attended a seminar on scholarship opportunities from CPT Ruiz of Texas AM Kingsville University.

This was the first year Roma High hosted Camp Mapache at La Copa Ranch due to the pandemic. This year Roma, Edinburg North and HM King High Schools teamed up to host this Camp closer to the RGV, and were the only three schools in the RGV to attend such a camp.

La Copa Ranch is part of the Ed Rachel Foundation and usually hosts several Raider Challenge events, but never a JROTC Camp. The staff and foundation are great friends of the RGV JROTC Programs.

Organized under the authority of the 1916 National Defense

Act, the Roma High School Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program was first established in 2002. Since then, the program has expanded will move into a brand new JROTC Educational Learning Building in August 2021. A JROTC cadet is under no obligation to join the military. The JROTC Program is a credited course given during regular school hours that prepares students for life, not the military, such as developing

winning habits, job interviewing, financial planning, test taking, and overcoming fears.

“The impact of this camp can be measured in the success stories of overcoming fear,” said 1st Sergeant Jose Cruz, Camp First Sergeant. “Learning to make lifelong friendships and trust others by allowing them to help.”

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Rio Grande City celebrates groundbreaking for three businesses Developers, city leaders and other local officials gathered Wednesday for a ground-breaking ceremony of Rio Grande City’s first Starbucks Coffee Company, Panda Express and a new Stripes convenience store.

“The City Commission and I are thrilled to welcome all of these new businesses to Rio Grande City,” said Mayor Joel Villarreal. “Thank you to all investors and our community for your commitment to our growth, prosperity and our

economic development.”

Located at Rio Grande Village, the new Starbucks will consist of a single-story building totaling 2,244 square feet. Next door, Panda Express is on its way to open its first restaurant in the city this Fall. The 2,381 square foot building is the second construction project at Rio Grande Village, following Whataburger’s relocation to the property in the Fall of 2020.

On the west boundary, and at the busy

intersection of US Hwy 83 and FM 755, Stripes Convenience Stores is adding its fourth location and bringing with it a Laredo Taco Company restaurant.

“We’re looking forward to Buffalo Wings and Rings and a new Hilton hotel with much anticipation,” said Rey Ramirez, Rio Grande City EDC Board President. “Clothing retailers are also a large part of the recruitment strategy and workforce opportunities in the city.”

City of Rio Grande City (956) 487-0672 • Rio Grande City EDC (956) 487-3476 Visit us at www.cityofrgc.com and rgcedc.com

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Roma High Softball Player Selected for RGV West All-Star Softball Team

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Congratulations to #8 Adamarielle Cordero, a Class of 2021 Roma High School Mighty Lady Gladiator Softball Player, who was named to the 2021 RGV West All-Star Softball Team!

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Information on preventing heatstroke in vehicles can be found by visiting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Additionally, Ready.gov, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services also have helpful tips on staying safe in the heat.

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DPS Encourages Texans to Be Smart in Summer Heat As temperatures rise this summer, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging the public to take extra safety precautions to avoid some common heat-related dangers, especially for vulnerable populations like children and the elderly.

“Texas summers heat up quickly.

Children are more susceptible than adults to many things, including extreme temperatures,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We are urging Texans to take every measure possible to have a safe season. Heat-related injuries and deaths are often preventable,

and we all need to be vigilant in protecting ourselves and others.”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in just 10 minutes the temperature inside a vehicle can increase by 20 degrees.

Children are more vulnerable to heatstroke, because their body temperatures rise three to five times faster than adults’. Cracking or rolling down a window makes little difference in reducing the rising temperature in a vehicle.

You should never leave a child alone in a vehicle, no matter the circumstance.

DPS offers the following tips to prevent vehicular heatstroke, and for staying safe in the heat: ·Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, and always check the back seat or cargo areas before walking away. ·Establish reminders to help ensure you remove children from the vehicle. This could be leaving your bag, lunch or cell phone in the back seat with the child’s car seat. ·If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call 9-1-1 immediately and emergency personnel will provide guidance. ·Teach the children in your life

not to play in vehicles, and make sure to place keys out-of-reach when not in use. ·Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty; you may not realize you’re dehydrated until it’s too late. Make sure children stay hydrated, too. ·Avoid alcohol and beverages high in caffeine or sugar during prolonged periods outdoors. ·Pay attention to your body.

Heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke can develop quickly. Know the warning signs and seek medical

attention if necessary. ·Check on others, especially the elderly, sick, very young and those without air conditioners. ·Don’t forget about pets and pet safety. Animals are susceptible to heat-related injuries or death.

Pets can die in a hot vehicle in just 15 minutes. ·Monitor local weather updates and stay aware of upcoming changes. ·Limit exposure to the sun. If you can, avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day. ·Light-colored, loose-

fitting clothing and a hat are recommended while spending time outdoors. ·Wear sunscreen. Sunburns can affect the body’s ability to cool down. ·Be careful when cooking outdoors, building campfires or driving off-road to avoid igniting dry vegetation. Also, stay aware of burn bans in your area, and always abide by restrictions on outside burning.

So far in 2021, two children in the U.S. have died from heatrelated deaths, according to noheatstroke.org.

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OBITUARY WEDNESDAY JUNE 23RD - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †GUADALUPE M. CASTAÑEDA

by Wife Alicia & Family †JUAN GUERRA by Wife & Children THURSDAY JUNE 24TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

Gloria G. López

March 5, 1928 † June 7, 2021

Gloria Mary Gutiérrez López entered eternal rest on June 7, 2021, at the age of 93. She died peacefully at her residence in Rio Grande City, Texas. Gloria was born on March 5, 1928, in Rio Grande City, Texas, the firstborn of Amado Gutiérrez, Jr. and Beulah Monroe Gutiérrez.

Gloria attended Immaculate Conception Catholic School in the 1930’s and graduated from Rio Grande City High School in 1945. She went on to Incarnate Word College in San Antonio and then to Texas Woman’s University in Denton, where she graduated in 1949 with a degree in music, specializing in piano.

After graduating, she taught school in Kingsville, Texas, La Joya, Texas, San Diego, Texas, and Rio Grande City at Ringgold Primary, Ringgold Elementary, and North Grammar Elementary until her retirement in 1983.

Gloria married the love of her life, Alonzo López, on May 25, 1952, and was a devoted wife until his death on July 2, 2000.

She is also preceded in death by both of her parents, her sisters Beulah Gutiérrez González and Lynda Gutiérrez Hellmund.

Left to cherish her memory are her sister Nydia Gutiérrez

Borg (Glenn†), her sons Mario Alonzo (Esmeralda), Daniel Saul and Roel Raul (Laura), her grandchildren Terry, Sam (Lucía), Matthew (Tyler), Andy, Mark, Aly, Steven, and Gigi.

Gloria was also blessed with one great-granddaughter, Aria.

‘Mamá Yoya,’ as she was affectionately known by her grandchildren and greatgranddaughter, was a loving mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother and will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. Gloria was a deeply religious woman, faithful to God and Church.

Visitation was held on Friday, June 11, 2021, at Sanchez Funeral Home, 301 E. Second St., Rio Grande City from, with a rosary recited at 7:00 p.m.

Visitation continued on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church at 10:00 a.m.

Interment was at Rio Grande City Cemetery on Fairgrounds Rd. Funeral services were entrusted to Sanchez Funeral Home in Rio Grande City.

“Don’t cry for me, but remember the most important things of my life, and the happy times we spent together. Make these things your memory of me, not my death.”

†ARMANDO SOTO by Su Familia †JULIO & OFELIA CHAPA (AN.)

by Israel & Lupita Chapa †JUAN ERASMO SAENZ

by Wife & Family †ENCARNACION “CHON” L. & ANGELICA A. LOPEZ

by Niece Rosalinda Lopez SUNDAY

JUNE 27TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. †CRUZ GARCIA

by Su Esposa e Hijos

FRIDAY JUNE 25TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †SUSIE GARZA by Mother & Sisters †REYMUNDO GARZA (1ST AN.)

by Wife & Children †DAVID GONZALEZ (9TH AN.)

by Wife & Family SATURDAY JUNE 26TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †GUADALUPE CREMAR by Family

SUNDAY JUNE 27TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †YOLANDA CABALLERO

by Su Familia †JOSE CABALLERO (1ST AN.)

by Su Familia †MARIA DE LA LUZ GOMEZ RICO (4TH AN.) by Su Familia

†ADELFA L. LOPEZ

by Rosalinda Lopez †MANUEL GARZA SAENZ

by Su Familia †JOSE GUADALUPE GARZA RAMIREZ by Su Familia †LANDI GARZA (20TH AN.)

by Anayi SUNDAY JUNE 27TH - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †LAZARO & ALEJANDRA GARCIA by Letty & Valerie †EDEN M. GALACE

by Gonzales Family †WILLIAM JITTER GRIGGS

by Hector Garcia Family †LUIS A. GOMEZ

by Wife & Children THANKSGIVING MASS FOR THE BIRTHDAY OF CRUS FLORES

by His Family

5:00 P.M. †JOSEIAS SEPULVEDA

by Wife & Family †JUAN JOSE RIOS Family MONDAY JUNE 28TH– I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ELIAS CHAPA VILLARREAL (3RD AN.) by Wife & Children †JOSE MARIA ALVAREZ, SR.

by Family †JOSE PEREZ OLIVAREZ (45TH AN.) by Dalia, Daughters & Sons TUESDAY JUNE 29TH – I.C.C. 6.30 A.M. †WILLIAM C. WARD

by His Wife Stella Ward

Card of Thanks

Card of Thanks

Gloria G. López

Fidel Arnoldo Villarreal Jr.

In Loving Memory of

In Loving Memory of

March 5, 1928 † June 7, 2021 The family of Gloria G. López would like to thank all family and friends for your condolences and sympathy during our dif�icult time of grief and sorrow.

Our thanks goes out to everyone for your expressions of love through prayers, masses, comforting words, phone calls, �lowers, sympathy cards, food and especially your presence. Thank you and may God bless you always.

Queremos dár nuestro más sincero agradecimiento por acompañarnos a despedír a nuestra madre Gloria G. López, quien siempre estará en nuestros corazones. Muchas gracias por sus oraciones, misas dedicadas, palabres reconfortantes, llamadas, arreglos florales, cartas de condolencia, comidas y especialmente su presencia. Muchas gracias y que Diós los bendiga por siempre.

The Family of Gloria G. López “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” ~Willie Nelson, Musician

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

Melissa Y. Hernandez

MELISSA Y. HERNANDEZ

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

Amen.

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

Never known to fail.

A. P. R.

11/07/1980 † 06/08/2021

He Only Takes The Best 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.

The family of Fidel Arnoldo Villarreal Jr. would like to express our sincere gratitude to our relatives and friends for your kindness and sympathy during the loss of our loved one. Our heartfelt thanks to those who came by his side while he was at the hospital and to those who attended the services. Our appreciation goes out to everyone for your expressions of love through prayers, masses, rosaries, �lowers, and food. In our time of sorrow, you have given us much needed strength.

Villarreal & Rosa Families

Mayor: $25 MM in New Developments

The City of Rio Grande City Commission voted to approve several bond measures which authorized more than $25 million in general obligation bonds and certificates of obligation to complete or begin deferred capital improvement projects that were approved by the City Commissioners. A certificate of obligation is debt issued without voters’ approval and is repaid through tax revenue.

“We are currently in the process of securing contractors for these projects,” declared Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal. “Our residents will see a new Public Safety building, which will house the police departments, the fire departments, our public safety and code enforcement.”

According to Villarreal, the City will also soon purchase multiple fire trucks and police units. Over 30 city streets will be repaved, and improvements will be made to the city dog kennels.

Other projects in the works include the building of a Rio Grande City Boys and Girls Youth Club facility. Another industrial development will

be behind Walmart which will include thousands of square feet for storage. It will work together with the Port of Entry to increase commercial trading.

“We will have multiple multimillion dollar developments,” added Villarreal. “The St. Ive’s development of the Rio Grande Village project will bring Starbucks, Buffalo Wings and Rings and a few others still in discussion.” The St. Ive’s project was achieved in partnership with the City and the Economic Development Administration.

The EDA helped bring in federal monies to address the drainage issue that prevented substantial development.

Another multimillion-dollar development that is in the works involves an extension of healthcare services in the City with the help of DHR Health.

“This supplementation is meant to grow our medical community with specialties which will bring higher paying jobs and services for our community. Jobs will be created with salaries, mid-level jobs, as well as higher level positions,” stated Villarreal.

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RGCCISD Bilingual/ESL Department Hosted Career Exploration Camp

On Tuesday May 15th, the RGCCISD Bilingual/ESL Department hosted a career exploration camp for the middle school students across the district. These students received information that will prepare them for college and career success. The middle school students enjoyed a fun-filled session that allowed them to work as a team for a common goal. They also engaged in canvas painting where they expressed a positive message. On behalf of the Bilingual Department, we would like to thank all the ESL students and their parents for allowing them to be part of this camp.

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Did you know?

The exact causes of many headaches continues to confound medical researchers.

Though the Cleveland Clinic notes that certain environmental factors, such as exposure to allergens

or strong odors from household chemicals, can trigger headaches, the mechanism that causes muscles or blood vessels to swell or tighten remains something of a mystery.

During a headache, the

Notice to All Persons Having Claims Against the Estate of ELSIE EMILY DE LA PENA BUTCHER, Deceased NO. PR-21-024 On the 8th day of June, 2021, Letters of Administration upon the Estate of ELSIE EMILY DE LA PENA BUTCHER, Deceased were issued to ELIZABETH BUTCHER, Independent Administrator by the County Court at Law of Starr County, Texas in Cause Number PR-21-024 pending upon the docket of said Court.

All persons having claims against said Estate are hereby required to present them within the time prescribed by law at the address shown below. The name where claims may be sent is RUTH-ANN E. TOUPS, whose address is 8900 Eastloch Drive, Building 145, Spring, Texas 77379, Telephone: (832) 761-5107, Fax: (832) 442-5596, /s/RUTH-ANN E. TOUPS, TX Bar Number: 24090879.

mysterious mechanism activates specific nerves that affect muscles and blood vessels, and these nerves then send pain signals to the brain.

Harvard Medical School notes that tissues that surround the brain and some major nerves in the brain also can signal pain.

HMS also reports that while there are more than 300 types of headaches, only about 10 percent of them have an identifiable cause.

And what triggers a headache in one person will not necessarily do so in another.

However, HMS notes that people who suffer from migraines, an especially severe type of headache that can increase a person’s risk of heart attack, tend to remain sensitive to the same triggers.

That’s good news, as it means that people who can identify their headache triggers can then take steps to avoid those triggers in the future in the hopes of reducing the frequency of their headaches.

Roma ISD Celebrates Service of Retirees

Roma ISD’s Administration held a breakfast to celebrate the service of the 2020-2021 retiring staffers.

Superintendent Guzman highlighted the service of each team member, providing them the opportunity to reminisce about their positive experiences serving The Gladiator Nation. Roma ISD will dearly miss the contributions of Leticia Cadena, Mary Lou G. Cruz, Maria Bertha Guerra, San Juanita Guerra, Irma Moreno, Alfonso H. Perez Jr, and Nicolasa Sarabia.

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Texas A&M-Kingsville Students Honored On President’s List, Dean’s List, Honor Roll President’s List: RIO GRANDE CITY- Izak Benitez, Jazmin Hinojosa, and Ahren Leo Trevino. ROMA - Rolando Garcia and Mariella Y. Reyes.

DEAN’S LIST RIO GRANDE CITY- Maritza

A. Gonzalez, Ricardo Gonzalez, and Martina Alexandra Sanchez.

ROMA - Krystal Itzel Cortez Cab and Roberta M. Hinojosa.

HONOR ROLL RIO GRANDE CITY - Joshlynn Michelli Flores, Carlos Javier

Garcia, Joshua Garcia, Domingo Garza, Pamela Nicole Lopez, Alejandro Manzano Jr., Jaime Abiel Rios, Aylin Yudith Salinas Flores, Erin Solis, and Paulina Clara Villalpando. ROMA - Aaron Ovidio Fernandez and Julissa Ramirez.

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Sure Electrical Work Near Water Kids 12 and Up: Get a COVID Shot, Physicians Urge Make Is Performed By A Licensed Electrician As Texans return to work, school, and play thanks to more people getting the COVID-19 vaccine, physicians are now urging vaccination for children 12 years old and older.

Texas Medical Association (TMA) COVID-19 Outpatient Workgroup physicians created a new infographic flyer urging parents to protect their adolescents and children against

a disease that’s killed hundreds of thousands of Americans and millions of people worldwide.

“Vaccinating against COVID-19 helps children and adolescents safely return to preCOVID activities, including summer camps, vacations, and visiting family members,” said Emily Briggs, MD, chair of the TMA workgroup. “They can then help protect family and friends by

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reducing the chance of spreading the virus.” Dr. Briggs is a New Braunfels family physician who cares for children in her practice, including some whose postCOVID inflammation limited their ability to play sports.

The TMA flyer notes some children can get seriously ill from COVID-19. Others with mild cases can suffer long-term inflammation in their lungs and heart.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends vaccination for everyone 12 years and older to help protect against COVID-19.

Previous clinical trials studied only adults, but researchers recently have been able to test the vaccine on adolescents. In the clinical trial for children 12 through 15 years old, no safety concerns were identified with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, and the vaccine was 100% effective at preventing the tested group from experiencing coronavirus with symptoms. CDC says the

vaccine is safe, and the American Academy of Pediatrics joins CDC in noting vaccines do not affect fertility, puberty, or menstruation.

Nearly 51,000 Texans have died of COVID-19, including some children. As of June 14, about 46% of Texans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and just more than 55% have received at least one shot of the two-dose series. One reason the numbers are not higher is adolescents and children were only recently approved for the shots. The more people vaccinated the closer Texas gets to achieving widespread community immunity, or herd immunity. “[Adolescents] will not be protected fully until two weeks after their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine, so consider getting your child the first dose as soon as possible,” the flyer reads.

“Unvaccinated children and adults remain the reservoir for mutations of the virus to develop,” said Dr. Briggs. “For these reasons and many others, let’s get our kids vaccinated!”

This push to protect adolescents and kids with the shot is the latest effort of TMA’s Vaccines Defend What Matters initiative to promote vaccines as the best tool to prevent illness and potential death.

TMA’s key objective since 1853 is to improve the health of all Texans.

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation urges property owners to hire licensed electrical contractors who are specifically trained to work in water and electrical safety to perform any electrical work on wiring or equipment located within 20 feet of a body of water, including pools, lakes or beaches.

“It’s way too easy to accidently electrocute someone in a swimming pool or near any body of water because of improperly installed electrical work,” said TDLR Executive Director Brian E. Francis. “Don’t take that risk by hiring someone who is not licensed and trained to perform that type of work near water.”

New pool electrical installation must be done by licensed electricians working for an electrical contractor.

Pool electrical maintenance must be done by licensed electricians working under an electrical contractor or licensed residential appliance installers working for a residential appliance installation contractor.

SAFETY TIPS FOR POOLS AND ELECTRICITY •It’s always a good idea to hire a licensed electrician to perform periodic inspections of electrical equipment around your pool, spa or fountain each year, just to make sure the equipment is still safely operating.

•Before using an outdoor electrical outlet, check to make sure the receptacle is protected

with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and that the GFCI is working properly. You can test the GFCI by pushing the test button on the receptacle or on the breaker inside the electrical panel.

If the GFCI isn’t working properly, hire a licensed electrician to fix it.

•Any electrical wiring that is within 20 feet of a swimming pool should have protection from a ground fault circuit interrupter, INCLUDING UNDERWATER LUMINAIRES (pool lights).

•Make sure overhead electrical lines do not pass over the pool. In fact, it’s best to keep a pool at least 25 feet away from power lines in all directions.

•Allow at least 18 feet of clearance between overhead power lines and a diving board, deck, platform, slide, or observation area. Never build an in-ground pool or set up an above-ground pool over underground electric cables.

•Pools and pool decking should be installed at least 5 feet away from all underground utility lines.

•Except for specially designed lighting fixtures, don’t put electrical fixtures or receptacles within 5 feet of a pool.

•Be sure to comply with any local building codes that may provide more stringent guidelines than the ones that have been listed.

When hiring an electrical contractor, be sure to check whether they are licensed by TDLR: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/ verify.htm.

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Thanks For the Support from the Roma High Mariachi

New Officers Installed for SCRSEA

The Starr County Retired School Employees Association recently elected and installed new officers for the next two years. Diana Ibarra will be serving as president of SCRSEA, a branch of the Texas Retired Teachers Association. She is pictured at far left, along with (l-r) Nelda Laurel, second vice-president; Dr. Roma High School’s Mariachi Nuevo Santander would like to thank the community for their Miguel Angel Gonzalez, secretary; Benito Saenz, treasurer; and Elizabeth “Bitsy” Margo, parliamentarian. continued support throughout the pandemic. This group continued to excel, showcasing their Not pictured is first vice president Maria D. Cavazos. The organization honored six scholarship recipients amazing talent throughout this trying time. The Gladiator Nation is super proud of these at their last meeting of the club year and will resume meeting in September according to CDC guidelines at that time. students and their instructors!!

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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 suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on June 4, 2021, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in July, 2021, the same being the 6th day of said month, at the South Side Doors of the Courthouse, of the said County, located at 401 N. Britton, Rio Grande City, Texas, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:30 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) 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: TS-10-09, Account No(s). 0016105(156090000100400000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MIGUEL G. LOPEZ Lot 4, Block “A”, Sanchez Subdivision, a subdivision in the City of Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 187, Page 283, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $48,090.00

TS-18-91, Account No(s). 0011740(083000000000200000000), ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. GERARDO MARIO GONZALEZ, Lot 2, Fourth Site Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1, Page 145, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $27,950.00

TS-10-09, Account No(s). 0016106(156090000100500000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MIGUEL G. LOPEZ Lot 5, Block “A”, A. J. Sanchez Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 272, Page 13, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $58,990.00

TS-19-27, Account No(s). 0015935(070000070001400000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. ETHAN JOHN SAENZ Lot 14, Block 7, Doyno West Grammar School Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 1020, Page 763, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $52,720.00

TS-10-60, Account No(s). 0008093(159000110001000000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MIGUEL BAZAN JR., ETAL Lot 10, Block 11, San Rafael Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 341, Page 336, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $27,390.00

TS-19-105, Account No(s). 0015849(069000030001000000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. GABRIEL LOPEZ, ET AL Lot 10, Block 3, Doyno North Grammar School Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 351, Page 376, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $7,250.00;

TS-14-19, Account No(s). 0077329(168250000003700000000) STARR COUNTY, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT AND SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE VS. JUAN A. BAZAN, ET AL Lot 37, Stonegate Subdivision #2, an addition to the Town of Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thererof, recorded in Volume 3, Page 358, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $20,020.00 TS-15-175, Account No(s). 0013639(142300250000700000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. CONSUELO MADRIGAL DE PENA, (DECEASED), ET AL Lot 7, Block 25, Rau-Con Addition #3, an addition to the Town of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 256, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $16,300.00; : TS-16-171, Account No(s). 0054229(104590000001700000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. RUBEN HINOJOZA, AKA RUBEN FERNANDEZ HINOJOSA, ET AL Lot 17, Jardin De San Julian Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 883, Page 762, Plat Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $48,310.00 TS-17-131, Account No(s). 0056968(142300590000700000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. HECTOR J. LOPEZ, A/K/A HECTOR JAVIER LOPEZ Lot 7, Block 59, Rau-Con Subdivision No. 3, a subdivision in the City of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 256-A, Plat Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $9,000.00 TS-17-131, Account No(s). 0056969(142300590000800000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. HECTOR J. LOPEZ, A/K/A HECTOR JAVIER LOPEZ Lot 8, Block 59, Rau-Con Subdivision No. 3, a subdivision in the City of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 256-A, Plat Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $60,010.00 TS-17-256, Account No(s). 0018981(097500000000800000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. YOLANDA BARRERA ALVAREZ Lot 8, Subdivision of Share No. 18C, Porcion 80, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 667, Page 10, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $18,160.00 TS-18-89, Account No(s). 0053305(141250000000900000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MANUEL RODRIGUEZ A/K/A MANUEL RODRIGUEZ, JR. Lot 9, Ranchitos Del Norte, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 233-B, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $11,960.00 TS-18-91, Account No(s). 0011739(150000560000800000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. GERARDO MARIO GONZALEZ Lot 8, Block 56, Original Townsite of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 223, Map Records of Starr County, Texas; SAVE & EXCEPT however, that certain 0.0047acre tract described in Volume 420, Page 730, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $28,870.00

TS-19-143, Account No(s). 0009780(000820780002390000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. JUAN A. GARZA, JR., AKA JUAN ANTONIO GARZA, JR., ET AL 0.32 acre, more or less, situated in the Diego Garcia Survey, Abstract 82, Porcion 78, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated April 19, 2012, from Maria Margarita Garza etal to Juan A. Garza etal, in Volume 1345, Page 50, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $33,080.00 TS-19-161, Account No(s). 0043841(001780900016700001900) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. GABRIELA S. GARCIA A/K/A GABRIELA SILVA, ET AL 0.23 acre, more or less, out of Tract 123, Share 76, Porcion 90, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated December 21, 1998, from Domingo Silva etux to Gabriela S. Garcia, in Volume 823, Page 349, Official Records of Starr County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $9,430.00 TS-19-163, Account No(s). 0011035(145001170000100000000), RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. SYLVIA CORINA G. BOTELLO, AKA SYLVIA GONZALES BOTELLO All that certain tract of land containing Lot 1 and the West 38.00 feet of Lot 2, Block 117, City of Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas, described as follows: a. that certain Lot 1, Block 117, Rio Grande City, as described in deed dated September 9, 1954, from Eloisa Gonzalez to Heraldo Gonzalez etux, in Volume 197, Page 262, Deed Records of Star County, Texas; and b. that certain West 38.00 feet of Lot 2, Block 117, Rio Grande City, as described in deed dated September 9, 1954, from Petra Gonzalez to Heraldo Gonzalez etux, in Volume 197, Page 264, Deed Records of Star County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $45,040.00 TS-19-163, Account No(s). 0020058(145001170000200000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. SYLVIA CORINA G. BOTELLO, AKA SYLVIA GONZALES BOTELLO The East 4.80 feet of Lot 2 and the West 14.30 feet of Lot 3, Block 117, City of Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 606, Page 164, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $5,470.00 TS-19-165, Account No(s). 0060952(102750000000100000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. IRIS VIDAL A/K/A IRIS ANEL VIDAL, ET AL Lot 1, Indio Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 989, Page 20, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $14,290.00 TS-19-216, Account No(s). 0041964(142000120000500000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. HSBC FINANCE CORPORATION FKA HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III Lot 5, Block 12, Rau-con Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1, Page 134, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $10,800.00 TS-19-259, Account No(s). 0055996(078500000001700000000) ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. JESUS ANGEL LEAL, JR. Lots 17 and 18, El Cenizo Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 250, Plat Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $27,150.00

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TS-19-305, Account No(s). 0036903(163000060003500000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MANUEL ALANIZ, JR. A/K/A MANUEL ALANIS, JR. Lot 35, Block 6, Santa Cruz Subdivision #2, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 643, Page 567, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $5,500.00 TS-19-305, Account No(s). 0036904(163000060003600000000) RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. MANUEL ALANIZ, JR. A/K/A MANUEL ALANIS, JR. Lot 36, Block 6, Santa Cruz Subdivision #2, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 643, Page 567, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $5,500.00

(any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Starr County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.

RECENT CHANGES IN THE PROPERTY TAX CODE NOW REQUIRE PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY TO HAVE A STATEMENT FROM THE STARR COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE. TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR STARR COUNTY TAX ASSESSORCOLLECTOR AT LEAST THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE.

Dated at Rio Grande City, Texas, June 4, 2021.

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ASSUME ALL RISKS.

BUYERS

IN SOME SITUATIONS, A LOT OF FIVE ACRES OR LESS IS PRESUMED TO BE INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. HOWEVER, IF THE PROPERTY LACKS WATER OR WASTEWATER SERVICE, THE PROPERTY MAY NOT QUALIFY FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. A POTENTIAL BUYER WHO WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION SHOULD MAKE ADDITIONAL INQUIRIES OR CONSULT WITH PRIVATE COUNSEL. ****************************************************** ************ ESTA VENTA SE REALIZA CONFORME A LOS REQUISITOS ESTATUTARIOS O JUDICIALES. LOS POSTORES LICITARÁN POR LOS DERECHOS, TÍTULOS E INTERESES, SI FUESE EL CASO, DE LA PROPIEDAD INMUEBLE QUE SE OFRECE. LAPROPIEDAD SE VENDE TAL CUAL, DONDE SE ENCUENTRE Y SIN NINGUNA GARANTÍA EXPRESA O IMPLÍCITA. NI EL CONDADO NI EL DEPARTAMENTO DEL ALGUACIL GARANTIZAN O REALIZAN ALGUNA DECLARACIÓN RESPECTO AL TÍTULO, CONDICIÓN, HABITABILIDAD, COMERCIABILIDAD O APTITUD PARA UN PROPÓSITO PARTICULAR. LOS COMPRADORES SE RESPONSABILIZAN POR TODOS LOS RIESGOS. EN ALGUNAS SITUACIONES, UN LOTE DE CINCO ACRES O MENOS SE PRESUME QUE SE DESTINA PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SIN EMBARGO, SI LA PROPIEDAD CARECE DE SERVICIOS DE AGUA POTABLE O ALCANTARILLADO, LA PROPIEDAD PUEDE NO CALIFICAR PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SI UN COMPRADOR POTENCIAL DESEA MÁS INFORMACIÓN DEBE PREGUNTAR O CONSULTAR A UN ASESOR PRIVADO.

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The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP, attorney for plaintiffs, at:

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THIS SALE IS BEING CONDUCTED PURSUANT TO STATUTORY OR JUDICIAL REQUIREMENTS. BIDDERS WILL BID ON THE RIGHTS, TITLE, AND INTERESTS, IF ANY, OWNED BY THE DEFENDANT(S) IN SUCH SUIT(S) IN AND TO THE REAL PROPERTY OFFERED.

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THE PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER THE COUNTY NOR THE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WARRANTS OR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE PROPERTY’S TITLE, CONDITION, HABITABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY,

CDC campaign highlights steps to prevent injury in adults ages 65 and over Still Going Strong reminds older adults that getting older doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you enjoy The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched Still Going Strong, a national campaign that brings attention to ways older adults (age 65 and older) can age without injury.

The campaign is raising awareness about the leading causes of unintentional injuries and deaths in older adults. Still Going Strong will encourage older adults to continue participating in their favorite hobbies and activities, while informing them and their caregivers of steps they can take to prevent injuries that disproportionately impact this population—falls, motor vehicle crashes, and traumatic brain

injury (TBI).

“Experiencing injuries doesn’t have to be a normal part of aging; many injuries that are common in older adults can be prevented,” said Debra Houry, MD, MPH, director of CDC’s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. “We know that injuries and deaths from falls and motor vehicle crashes are increasing in older adults. We hope Still Going Strong will help inform our audience about simple steps they can do to prevent injuries and their lasting effects. Everyone has a role—older adults, caregivers, loved ones, and healthcare providers. By taking proactive steps, you can prevent potentially life-changing injuries from happening and maintain your independence and mobility longer.”

The prevalence of older adult

injuries Older adults had over 2.4 million emergency department (ED) visits and 700,000 hospitalizations related to injuries from falls, motor vehicle crashes, opioid overdoses, and self-harm in 2018, according to a new CDC report in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Unintentional falls accounted for over 90% of these ED visits and hospitalizations.

Falls. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in older adults. An older adult falls every second of the day, accounting for over 36 million falls each year. Of those falls, 1 out of every 5 causes a serious injury, such as broken bones or a head injury. After an older adult falls, their chances of falling again and getting injured increases.

Motor Vehicle Crashes.

Older adults account for over 46 million licensed drivers in the United States—or 1 in 5 drivers.

Driving helps older adults stay independent, but the risk of being injured or killed in a motor vehicle crash increases as we age. Every day, 700 older adults are injured in a motor vehicle crash and 22 die because of their injuries.

TBI. Falls and motor vehicle crashes are common causes of TBI in older adults. TBI is a major cause of death and disability, and those who survive a TBI can face effects that last a few days or the rest of their lives.

Aging without injury Over 10,000 people in the United States turn 65 every day.

Getting older doesn’t have to mean giving up your favorite hobbies and activities. Older

adults are more active and mobile than ever, but an injury from a fall or motor vehicle crash can decrease their independence. It’s important for older adults and their caregivers to understand common injuries that can happen as we age and what they can do to prevent these injuries.

Older adults and their caregivers can take simple steps to prevent injuries from falls or car crashes. One of the most important things older adults can do is to talk to their healthcare providers—including general practitioners, specialists, physical therapists, and pharmacists.

•Older adults can take simple steps to maintain their independence and mobility, such as talking to their health care providers about preventing falls and car crashes, removing throw rugs to make their home

safer, and always wearing a seat belt while driving or riding in a vehicle.

•Friends, family, and caregivers can help loved ones live longer and healthier lives by talking with them about fall and motor vehicle crash prevention and by encouraging them to stay active and make safe choices, such as finding alternative transportation for going places at night.

•Healthcare providers can ask their older patients if they have concerns about falling or driving safely. They also can review older patients’ over-the-counter and prescription medications to identify if any cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Learn more about the Still Going Strong campaign at www. cdc.gov/StillGoingStrong.

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The important role of nursing assistants Desert Yaupon is drought tolerant As I look at the weather predictions for the Valley, all I see coming are more hot and dry days. With that in mind, I’d like to tell you about and recommend a plant that seems to be mostly ignored: the desert yaupon.

If you’re planning any landscaping in the near future, desert yaupon, Schaefferia cuneifolia, should be seriously considered. It’s a common native plant.

I t ’ s called a sub shrub because it only grows to about 6 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide. That’s perfect for small yards.

One of its best features is that it’s highly drought tolerant.

Add that to its other desirable features.

It has small, tear-drop shaped leaves,

is densely branched, b e c o m e s more densely branched if pruned, can produce showy, red-orange berries from February to September, and its berries are eaten by birds such as quail. It’s perennial and evergreen.

An unusual feature is that it’s dioecious. That is, it has separate male and female flowers which are on separate plants. So you have male plants and female plants. The small, yellowish flowers usually occur after a good rain.

I should mention that the branches are somewhat spiny.

The branch tips are roughly pointed but not really sharp.

Desert yaupon is one of the niceties of our native plant life.

More people should take note of it.

Health professionals are often unsung heroes. However, since the arrival of COVID-19, millions of people have had their eyes opened to the crucial role medical providers play in regard to helping patients and their families.

Nursing assistants are tireless health care workers who perform their tasks with professionalism and patience. Certified nursing assistants, or CNAs, help patients with their basic daily care, and may assist with: ·Making beds and changing bedding. ·Helping patients use toilets and tending to catheters. ·Helping patients to get dressed. ·Monitoring vital signs and reporting on patients’ health. ·Handling feeding and helping the patient drink. ·Turning bedridden patients according to schedule.

CNAs work in various settings, notably long-term care facilities, doctors’ offices, hospitals, and rehabilitation clinics. Nursing assistants often are the first responders when a patient calls for help. They traditionally work under the guidance of registered nurses, and the work of CNAs frees up nurses to provide care

that requires a greater level of training, such as administering IV medication or alerting doctors to significant changes in health.

Nursing assistants must possess certain qualities, as the job requires caregiving above all.

The nursing resource All Nursing Schools says CNAs must be able to listen to patients’ concerns and develop personal relationships.

The care CNAs provide requires a certain level of intimacy, and CNAs must have demeanors that help patients feel comfortable.

Some tasks may involve lifting or helping to move a patient, so some measure of physical strength also is needed. Most importantly, CNAs often provide companionship and friendship, especially in home care settings.

Providing comfort for patients who are scared, lonely or upset also is part of a CNA’s job.

Nursing assistants are important health care professionals and often part of a team of caregivers that help patients enjoy improved quality of life.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Area Agency on Aging of the South Texas Development Council is currently seeking contractors who are qualified entities to provide Congregate Meals, Home Delivered Meals, Demand/ Response Transportation, Residential Repair, Homemaker, Personal Assistance, In-home Respite, Emergency Response and Health Maintenance Services.

These services are provided to individuals 60 years of age and older, their family members and other caregivers under the Older Americans Act of 1965 as amended with funding administered by Health and Human Service Commission in the Counties of Jim Hogg, Starr, Webb and Zapata.

Parties interested in providing services within our service area must contact the Area Agency on Aging and request an application during the closed enrollment period June 1, 2021 through July 31, 2021 for consideration.

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Historical Starr County Edna R. Ramon – Pioneer Women of Rio Grande City (1925-2016)

Rio Grande City Consolidated School District - Food Service Director 19692008 As a young girl growing up in Edinburg, Texas, Edna Ramirez rode horses, played the piano, and learned very early to appreciate the value of a good education. She loved people and was drawn to a career in helping others. She loved to cook and was fascinated by the role that food played in health and disease prevention. After graduating from Edinburg High School, she enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition.

She returned to the Valley after graduation,

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teaching school for a few years, before marrying Felipe Ramon, a successful Rio Grande City businessman and fellow UT graduate.

Together they built both a business and a family, raising four children over the next twenty years. In 1969, looking for a new challenge, especially one in which she could combine her expertise in food science with her experience in organizational management, Edna became the Food Service Director for the Rio Grande City School District. Over the next 39 years, she completely redesigned the cafeteria system to include a breakfast program and satellite stations that offered wider selections of food such as a salad bar and a taco stand.

Edna’s commitment to the betterment of the students was nationally recognized. In 1977 she was appointed to the USDA National Advisory Council of Child Nutrition. Edna was featured in Food Service Management magazine which lauded her innovative approach to school food service.

Edna retired in 2008, at 82 leaving a workplace culture of excellence and commitment.

(Submitted by Colonel (Retired) Ross Barrera)

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