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Congratulations to the Roma HIgh School Orchestra Program students who participated in the Texas State Solo & Ensemble at The University of Texas at Austin. Victor Mayne and Jose Torres received a 1st division rating of “Superior” for their solo performances. Sheila Mayne received a 2nd division rating and Cindy Salinas received a 3rd division rating.

The group of Victor Mayne, Sheila Mayne, Aaron Sepulveda and Jose Torres received a 1st division rating of “Superior” for their string quartet performance. Congratulations to these outstanding student musicians, Rio Grande City CISD is promoting their Summer Lunch Program and their new Café on the Go. The RGCCISD their director Dr. Noe Sanchez, and their proud parents! (Picture and Child Nutrition Program Director, Mrs. Patsy Ramirez along with Texas Hunger Initiative Representative, write up courtesy of Dr. Noe Sanchez.)

Mrs. Elaine Hernandez reached out to Starr County Judge and Commissioners to help in promoting this program. They have also proclaimed Summer of 2017 as Healthy Summer Meals Months. The mobile sites are set up at the following sites where children 18 years of age and younger can enjoy a free nutritious meal inside a nice cool bus starting at 11:00 a.m from Monday through Friday from June 5 through July 14, 2017.

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Rio Grande City CISD had “A Night with the Stars” at the Joe R. Sanchez Stadium. Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Alfredo Garcia, welcomed everyone to the first time event and congratulated all the schools for their accomplishments. This event acknowledged all the great things that happened this school year and the many accolades that were received district wide. “We’re so proud as a Board, we work hard to make sure that we can be just a little part of what it is that makes you so wonderful” said Daria “Dr. B” Babineaux. “On behalf of the Board of Trustees and Superintendent Garcia, thank you for always going the extra mile, thank you for working hard, thank you for being fearless, thank you for being humble and kind, thank you for being the stars that makes our job easy.” On behalf of the Board of Trustees and the RGCCISD family we congratulate all the campuses in the district for all their accomplishments this school year. Go out there and continue to shine like the bright stars that you are!

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Gerardo Gonzalez, a four-year starting linebacker with the Roma High School Mighty Gladiator Football Team, signed to play Division 1 Football with The University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. Gonzalez is a member of the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State Team, 1st Team Football. He was part of two district championship teams for the Mighty Gladiator Football team at Roma High and this year was named the 31-5A Football 2016 AllDistrict Football Defensive Most Valuable Player.

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Congratulations to the Grulla Lady Gators Congrats Ramiro Barrera Middle School, 2017 Track Team for an outstanding season Roma Middle School Track Champs The passion and commitment led the Lady Gators to accomplish back to back District Champion titles in 2016 and 2017. At the Area meet, they still had the drive to further their expectations to become champions in their events, qualify individually and advance in the Relays. Their hard work and effectiveness during practice paid their way to the 32-4A Regional Meet in Kingsville, TX. The Lady Gators went head strong and qualified in the finals placing 8th in the 4*100 Relay consisting of Karina Cantu, Larissa Martinez, Carolina Alamillo and Merary Garza. In the 4*200 Relay, these ladies had an outstanding performance placing 5th with a PR time of 1:46.9 this year. The athletes that ran the relay were Carolina Alamillo, Larissa Martinez, Merary Garza and Stephanie Hasbun. We also had Kaylyn De La Rosa, placing 9th overall in the 400m. Our 4*400 relay also placed 5th in the prelims and consisted of Kaylyn De La Rosa, Stephanie Hasbun, Denise Rodriguez and Valerie Gutierrez. The Lady Gators are coached by Head Congratulations to the Ramiro Barrera Middle School and Roma Middle School District Track Champions Track Coach Sabrina Duberney and assistant coaches, Jesseca Carrera, Danielle Garza, Alex Bazan and honored at Roma ISD School Board Meeting!

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by UIW; he knew my goals and what I wanted to do,” Gonzalez said. “I really thank him for that a lot.”

Gonzalez begins his training for UIW football in July, and can’t wait to get to campus to begin his athletic and academic journey. He hopes other Roma students learn from him that anything is possible “My message to all other students is not to let any barriers get in your way,” he expressed.

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Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, Commissioner Jaime Alvarez and Commissioner Eloy Garza promote free lunch program for children

Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, Commissioner Jaime Alvarez, Commissioner Eloy Garza and their staff joined Mrs. Patsy Ramirez-RGCCISD Food and Nutrition Director, Acapulco (A&A Grocery Store) Mrs. Emiliana Guerra and Mrs. ALTO BONITO AREA: Candice Garza from RGCCISD • By Hillside Grocery Food Services department and • Casa de Oracion their staff in promoting the Free • Templo De Oracion School Lunch Summer Program.

Healthy meals are essential for overall good health and conducive to positive achievement in school. Starr County officials are collaborating with local school districts to promote the initiative to ensure that no child goes hungry in Starr County. The following sites where children 18 years of age and younger can enjoy a free nutritious meal inside a nice cool bus at 11:00 a.m from Monday through Friday starting on June 5 through July 14, 2017 are: RIO GRANDE CITY AREA: • Alvarez Community Center • RGC Public Library • Heritage Commercial Plaza at 224 Chaparral Blvd.

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Congratulations to Fernando Benitez and Angela M. Mendez! These Roma High School students are winners of the Roma High School Grulla High School GEAR UP parents honor Mrs. Mary Lou Garcia Attendance Incentive Raffle! They each won $500 courtesy of for her dedication to their children as she guided them from 7th generous sponsor Lone Star National Bank. to 12th grade on their path to higher education. She will continue working with this cohort throughout their first year of college. “I have grown so attached to my kids. We’ve become a family. They will forever hold a place in my heart,” expresses Mrs. Garcia.

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 28TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †JOSE PEREZ OLIVAREZ (41ST AN.)

by Dalia, Daughters & Sons †ALEJANDRA R. GARCIA

by Letty & Valerie †MARIA ELMA GARCIA (15TH AN.)

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by Family THURSDAY JUNE 29TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE FRIDAY JUNE 30TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †LANDI GARZA (16TH AN.) by Anayi Garza †CECILIA MARTINEZ (1ST AN.)

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by Emilio & Becky Zarate & Family †HERMELINDA PEREZ GONZALEZ (5TH AN.) by Maria Lydia G. Saenz & Family SUNDAY JULY 2ND - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. NO MASS SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SUNDAY JULY 2ND - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family

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by Husband & Children SPECIAL INTENTION FOR GOOD HEALTH GLORIA E. ALVAREZ

by Dolores Gomez 1:00 P.M. NO MASS 5:00 P.M. †JOSE A. GUERRA (AN.)

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by Raul & Elda Castillo FOR THE MONTH OF JULY & AUGUST, 2017 WE WILL BE CANCELLING THE MASSES FOR THE 7:00 A.M. & 1:00 P.M. IF YOU HAVE BOOKED A MASS INTENTION FOR THAT TIME, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE AT 487-2317 SO WE CAN MOVE IT TO A LATER TIME. THANK YOU!

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In Loving Memory of

Eliza T. (Licha) Galindo December 21, 1926 † June 9, 2017

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We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone for part of us went with you, the day that God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

We the family of Eliza T. Galindo wish to express our gratitude to ALL our family and friends for the visits, beautiful �lower arrangements, food, and words of condolences offered for the loss of our beloved mother.

Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. A special thanks to Mi Otra Casita El Paraiso Adult Day Care staff and all her great friends at the center for the love and comfort she received. Once again, your kindness and consideration will never be forgotten.

Treviño ~ Galindo Family

St. John United Methodist Church hosted an appreciation dinner for the RGC Fire Department. Dinner was preceded by a short church service led by Pastor Emerson Villegas. The members of the church made a home cooked meal to thank the men and women of the fire department for all their hard work. On behalf of St. John UMC, we would like to thank the members of the RGC Fire Department, their families, Mayor Joel Villarreal, and City Manager Alberto Perez for their attendance. Thank you RGC Fire Department for all you do!

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Five Ways you can save water inside your home this summer You might often assume that the heat of summer will lead to more water consumption. That’s because lawns, gardens, and even swimming pools demand a lot of it. But the truth is during summer even indoor water costs are still 50 to 70 percent of your monthly water bill.

Take Care of Texas suggests the following tips for reducing your indoor water use this summer comments Yolanda Morado, Starr County Extension Agent.

Replace your toilet. If you have an old water hog of a toilet, it uses a lot more water than it really needs to. A newer, more efficient toilet you can save 13,000 gallons of water a year. That’s about $110 in savings for the average household.

Use the dishwasher wisely.

Washing dishes by hand consumes nearly 5,000 more gallons of water a year. Operating automatic dishwashers with a full load can help you save water. Instead of rinsing dirty dishes, try scraping food waste from them. Using a “light wash” feature also conserves water. An ENERGY STAR dishwasher is, on average, 30 percent more water efficient than standard models and will save about 3,870 gallons of water over its lifetime.

Fix leaks. Check your faucets inside and outside, and fix any leaks you find. A faucet leaking at a rate of one drop per second can waste up to 3,000 gallons of water per year. That’s the amount of water needed to take more than 180 showers!

Trade up to an energy saving clothes washer. A full-sized energy saving clothes washer uses 13 gallons of water per load, compared to the 23 gallons used by a standard machine. That saves 3,000 gallons of water per year.

They also use about 25 percent less energy which could save you $45 per year on your utility bill.

Install water-efficient showerheads and faucet aerators. Standard showerheads use 2.5 gallons per minute, but a showerhead that earned the WaterSense label uses no more two gpm. This adds up to a savings of about 2,900 gallons of water per year. And replacing old, inefficient faucets and aerators can save the average family 700 gallons of water per year. Using less hot water also means your water heater uses less energy. Conserving water can surely put money back in your pocket!

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Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of

Anissa Cecilia Ramirez April 3, 1991 † June 20, 2017

If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord.

So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

Romans 12:8 Anissa Cecilia Ramirez (26) passed away in her hometown of Rio Grande City, Texas.

With a contagious smile and a pure, loving heart, it’s not hard to see why Anissa was loved by all those who had the privilege to meet her. She was also extremely passionate about helping others through her chosen profession as a masseuse and providing therapeutic/physical rehabilitation services.

Left to cherish Anissa’s memory is her mother, Mary Frances Ramirez, her four brothers, RJ (Letty) Ramirez, Luis (Dora) Ramirez, Eddie Ramirez, Daniel (Amby) Ramirez, and Angel Ramirez, her nieces and nephews, Charlie, Emily, Javier, Jaziel, Mica, and Connor, and aunts and uncles.

She is preceded, in death, by her beloved father Romeo Javier Ramirez, Sr., who she immensely adored and wholeheartedly missed.

The family wishes to express their most heartfelt and sincere gratitude for all the kind words, thoughts, prayers, and condolences. We remain incredibly humbled and blessed by the overwhelming, continual outpouring of love and support from the entire community.

“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.”

John 11:25-26 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

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The Starr County Campus Psychology Club of South Texas College hosted their 8th Annual End of Year Trip to reward the Top 20 most active members of the club for all their hard-work, dedication, and commitment to STC and the community throughout spring 2017. The psychology club trip was to South Padre Island –Schlitterbahn Water Park. Seventeen psychology club students attended the trip, in addition to psychological science instructors and club advisors Eli Sarabia and Alex Sarabia. The Psychology Club with its own funds paid for breakfast (at IHOP in Mission), lunch (at Schlitterbahn Water Park), and dinner (at Dirty Al’s Seafood Restaurant), as well as entrance tickets to Schlitterbahn Water Park.

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The RGCCISD 2017 Summer School Program has begun with a fabulous start. Virginia Gonzalez, Director of Federal Programs visited Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary’s Summer School Hosting Campus to welcome all students and staff with an enthusiastic speech. The supervisor and each summer school teacher introduced themselves, to help energize students to come to school every single day and experience the various summer school fun and learning opportunities the program has to offer.

RGCCISD supports our student’s education as a value such as Albert Einstein’s quote “Teaching should be such that what is offered is perceived as a valuable gift and not a hard duty”.

Thank you to all Respective RGCCISD Administrative Staff, Principals and Assistant Principals for your kind and motivational words to our students and staff, plus all the support that has been rendered to the hosting campus.

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Laredo Texas Region hosted their Roma ISD 3rd Night of Arts a annual 911 Appreciation Luncheon Success for Visual Art Students

Starr County Sheriff’s Office Communications Officers were among the 9-1-1 Officers Honored at a Ceremony by the 911 Regional Administration Office based out of Laredo, Texas. 9-1-1. Also recognized were Esmer Navarro MunizPublic Information Officer for Starr County Sheriff’s Office who received a Public Educator Award for her role in providing 911 education in the community, Anne Janet MolinaStarr County Sheriff’s Office Administrative Assistant received a Distinguished Professional

Award for her diligence in assisting all departments with information and guidance and Alexis Sandoval-911 Addressing Coordinator was recognized for her work in updating the rural area database and securing that the addresses are current an accessible for emergency purposes.

Communications Officers (Dispatchers) play a big role in the safety of the community as well as the officers on call.

It is the duty of these dedicated individuals to ensure that the correct information is logged

in and that they stay in constant communication with officers on patrol. These men and women respond to emergency calls and dispatch emergency professionals and equipment during times of crisis. They maintain radio and emergency phone systems across the South Texas Region and work Congratulations to the Roma High School Visual Arts Department on another successful Night of the Arts tirelessly, often behind the scenes, showcase for the Roma ISD community. The event allowed students to showcase their talents and sell art to assist during emergencies. pieces to the public.

Starr County Sheriff Rene “Orta” Fuentes and Judge Eloy Vera would like to commend all of the Communications Officers for their dedication to the safety of everyone in Starr County.

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Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by Rivera’s Towing. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicle within twenty (20) days after date of this notice and make payment of storage charges resulting from the placing of the vehicle in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Please contact Jailene Guzman at (956) 352-6407, 4700 E. US HWY 83, Rio Grande City TX, 78582.

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The San Isidro I.S.D. will be accepting proposals for L.P. Gas, Propane, Gasoline, and Diesel Fuel. Proposals must be in the Business Office, 5175 FM 1017, San Isidro, Texas 78588 by 2:00pm on July 12, 2017 for further information contact Mr. Leonel Olivarez at (956)481-3100.

HPV Vaccination Prevents Cancers in Men, Too Men: A shot that prevents cancers — the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination — is for you, too, though not nearly enough males are getting it. Sadly, physicians say, vaccination rates in males are extremely low, and doctors are seeing more cancers in men caused by HPV. Nearly half of men aged 18 to 59 years (45.2 percent) have HPV infection, according to this month’s issue of the national medical digest JAMA Oncology.

Yet just one in 10 (10.7 percent) of those males eligible for the HPV shots had been vaccinated, based on data collected through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

For years, scientists have touted the HPV vaccination’s power to reduce cervical cancer in women.

Now, during Men’s Health Week, Texas physicians urge men to get vaccinated against HPV to prevent cancers. HPV causes several cancers in men and women, including oropharyngeal (cancers of the head and neck such as the throat and mouth), penile, anal, cervical and vaginal.

Some cases are fatal.

“HPV vaccination could change the course of health for many men,” said David Lakey, MD, of Austin, chair of Texas Medical Association’s (TMA’s) Council on Science and Public Health.

“The decision to get vaccinated during adolescence or even

young adulthood could mean you don’t have to suffer from an HPVcaused cancer such as throat or genital cancer, down the road.”

More than 79 million Americans are estimated to have some strain of HPV infection. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States, yet there is no treatment for HPV. Half of the infections are believed to occur before people reach age 24. Usually, HPV infection goes away on its own. But when it doesn’t, the infection may cause cancer years later.

According to the JAMA article, more than 9,000 cases of HPVrelated cancers are diagnosed each year in men. HPV has been found to cause 63 percent of penile cancers and 91 percent of anal cancers. Throat cancers are becoming increasingly common.

Nearly 16,000 oropharyngeal cancers, found in the tonsils and base of the tongue, are diagnosed in the United States each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And nearly all genital warts (90 percent) are caused by HPV infections, affecting some 160,000 men each year.

Physicians and other health experts recommend the HPV vaccination for both males and females until age 26. Ideally, adolescents receive two HPV shots for best protection — before being exposed to HPV. But in Texas, only about onequarter to one-third of teen males are fully vaccinated against HPV, according to the 2015 National Immunization Survey-Teen.

Older teens and young adults who weren’t vaccinated in adolescence can still benefit from HPV vaccination, said Dr. Lakey, who developed and leads TMA’s HPV Working Group. For those over age 15, however, CDC recommends three shots for full protection.

“If you’re a young male and you haven’t gotten the HPV vaccination, ask your doctor about it,” said Dr. Lakey. “It’s certainly easier and better to prevent a cancer than have to endure potentially lengthy, uncomfortable, and costly medical procedures to treat one.”

TMA’s infographic and fact sheet, both in English and Spanish, explain the importance of HPV vaccination.

Texas A&M-Kingsville Students Honored on President’s List, Dean’s List, Honor Roll Texas A&M UniversityKingsville has released the names of the students who made the President’s List, Dean’s List and Honor Roll for the spring 2017 semester.

In order to qualify for the prestigious President’s List, a student must be enrolled in at least 15 semester hours and have a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester.

To make the Dean’s List, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.65 on all work attempted for the semester with a minimum of 13 semester hours completed.

The Honor Roll requires a grade point average of 3.5 while taking atl east 12s emester hours.

Starr County students making the President’s List, Dean’s List and Honor Roll.

PRESIDENT’S LIST Garciasville: Francisco Hernandez Jr. Rio Grande City: Daniel Martinez Roma: Katia Xiomara Habecker, Christina Hinojosa DEAN’S LIST Rio Grande City: Klarissa Imee Falcon, Anel Marie Garcia, Juan Garcia, Cecilia R. Garza, Joanna Garza, Derek Jones, Ashley Lopez, Andrea Nicole Perez Roma: Alexandra M. Guerra, Ruby Hinojosa, Julissa Ramirez, Roxana Saenz Marroquin, Cecilia Judith Trevino HONOR ROLL LIST Rio Grande City: Jesus Garcia, Julio Cesar Menchaca, Mayra Mendoza Duarte, Gabriel Rodriguez Roma: Jose Gerardo Cortez

Guillen Honors Special Olympics Athletes HB 1645 Gives Students who Participated in Special Olympics Events Recognition for their Achievements State Representative Ryan Guillen (D-Rural South Texas) is an author of HB 1645, a bill which requires high schools to allow students who compete in the Special Olympics to earn a letter for their letterman jacket.

On Monday, May 22, HB 1645 was reported enrolled and sent to the Governor for action.

“Our Special Olympics athletes have exemplified what it means to be a champion through hard work and sportsmanship,” said Guillen.

“These extraordinary young men and women deserve to have their achievements recognized.”

Currently, Texas school districts award letters to high school students for academic, athletic, or extracurricular activities, forming a memorable part of the traditional high school experience. Only a handful of schools, such as the Kingsville Independent School District, allow Special Olympics athletes to letter for their efforts.

Just last year, the Kingsville Independent School District made incredible strides in recognizing the achievements of their students by forming a Special Olympics Lettermen Jacket Committee to raise funds to purchase letterman jackets and patches. According to the

chairman of the committee, Tim Acosta, “Something like (official recognition) would make the lettering process a lot easier. It makes it official that these kids should be included.”

HB 1645 will require school districts that allow high school students to earn letters for academic, athletic, or extracurricular activities to allow high school students who participate in the Special Olympics to earn a letter.

“We want our Special Olympics athletes to feel included in their high schools,” said Guillen.

“With this bill, we can ensure all our high school athletes share in the long-standing tradition of being recognized for their achievements.”

Representative Ryan Guillen serves ten rural South Texas counties in the Texas House of Representatives, including Atascosa, Brooks, Duval, Jim Hogg, Kenedy, La Salle, Live Oak, McMullen, Starr, and Willacy.

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.

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“Children are reaping the Roma ISD Assist TxDOT with Benefits of their own Orchard” Hurricane Preparedness Exercise In a nation-wide survey of 2,004 families who cared for fruit trees, and picked the fruit showed that they were more likely to have a deeper interest in nature and develop a positive relationship with eating healthy reports Yolanda Morado – Starr County Extension Agent Family Consumer Science.

The orchard at Ft. Ringgold is in full bloom with succulent grapes, figs, peaches, guavas, and cherries ready to be harvested.

who had a curriculum without the gardening experience.

In school gardening programs in Texas students showed significantly more gains in proenviromental attitudes than students in a control group. It was evident that the more outdoor experiences they had, the more positive their attitude.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services is grateful to school board members, administrators, teachers, maintenance staff and community volunteers who support the orchard, and the six school gardens in the school system.

The benefits of fruit and

vegetable gardening with children are so very important.

The school district has provided a very valuable opportunity by creating a teaching environment that connects students’ senses, allowing them to plant, grow, harvest, and prepare healthy eating experiences.

Recently the TxDOT Pharr District drew up several scenarios for taking care of evacuees with special needs during hurricane season in the TxDOT Roma Maintenance Office. The Roma ISD Transportation Department assisted in the exercise. Thanks for the teamwork! (Photo and information courtesy TxDOT Pharr District.)

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Schools throughout the country are pulling up their hedges and other ornamentals and planting fruit trees for the children to enjoy eating their fruit.

Children who nurture the trees and watch the fruit grow are more likely to not only eat fresh fruits but will grow in knowledge as to why it is “important to make healthy food choices throughout their lifetime.

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Starr County Youth Coalition/RGCCISD Super Youth Had Their End of Year Field Trip

General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary Had a “Field Day”

Starr County Youth Coalition/RGCCISD Super Youth had their end of year field trip. They had lunch at Peter Piper Pizza and then went to watch a movie. The Super Youth Coalition participates in drug free events throughout the year. This program is under the direction of Krystal Garcia, RGCCISD Substance The students, teachers and staff at General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary had a “Field Day” for all grade Abuse Counselor. levels. Some of the different activities they did were sack races, jump rope races, kick ball, soccer, etc.

After lunch everyone was treated to hot dogs, pizza, juices, chips and water. The administration at General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary would like to wish everyone a wonderful end of the year and a well-deserved summer break.

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

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TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 280

COMMENTS & NEWS: The market this week was steady on all cattle

as compared to last week. Start making plans to participate on our Annual Driscoll Children Hospital fund raiser that is scheduled for Friday, July 7, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. as usual at R. Y. Livestock Sales, Inc. These unfortunate kids will greatly appreciate your participation and contribution. See you next Friday at our regular sale.

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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).

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

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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. 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.

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.

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.

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

STARRC OUNTY TOWNC RIER, JUNE28,2017,S ECTIONI I,P AGE3

RGCCISD Elementary P.E. Department Mesquite borers are a type of long horned beetle Held Their Annual 2 Day Track Meet Mesquite trees are ubiquitous here in the Lower Rio G r a n d e Valley.

I enjoy their twisting, curvy trunks but there are efforts underway to breed mesquites with straight trunks. The idea, of course, is to create another lumber tree. If achieved it would add an interesting color and texture to the existing choices.

However, one additional problem to be dealt with, beyond that of producing a straight cultivar, is the presence of mesquite borers. They’re also numerous here in the Valley and can make mesquite lumber flawed and unusable for some purposes.

As the name borer implies, they tunnel into and throughout the trunks leaving unsightly holes in any lumber produced.

The adults are apparently attracted to fresh cuts and sap emerging from any damage to a mesquite tree. They soon lay eggs and the larvae tunnel in and degrade the quality of any future lumber.

Mesquite borers are Placosternus difficilis, a type of long horned beetle. The adults live on pollen and nectar but the larvae feed on the wood of mesquites plus a few other tree species.

If you have some locally cut wood for use in a fireplace, store it outside until use or you may find some unwanted beetles in your house.

The borers

aren’t large or dangerous and the adults are attractive, looking somewhat like yellow and black wasps. They’re typical beetles with six legs, a pair of antennae and two pairs of wings; the front pair is a hard protective shell

South Texas Cattlemen’s Round up - Friday, July 7, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.

R.Y. Livestock Sales, Inc., 12 Livestock Road, Rio Grande City, TX.

Everyone who whishes to make a kind monetary donation or donate an auction item (baked goods, lawn chairs, hair products, jewelry, handmade crafts, horse feed, horse tack, cattle feed, hay bales, pet items, bbq pit, radio, kitchen accessories, wall décor, etc.) is encouraged to do so. They are currently taking donations, and can be dropped off at R.Y. Livestock Sales. This year guest is a Driscoll Patient (he is the boy on the poster), and will talk about his medical condition. Also they have the Roundup Transport Ambulance along with paramedics on site. “I would like to encourage any child that has been a patient at Driscoll Children’s Hospital in the past or is currently a patient to join us on the day of the event”, said Ronnie Alaniz. For more information, please call Ronnie Alaniz via cell phone. 956-534-4911

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Sale is on Saturday July 08, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. Super Starr Storage, 215 North F.M. 3167, Rio Grande City Texas.

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The RGCCISD Elementary P.E. Department under the direction of Coach Jesus Lozano held their annual 2 Day Track Meet. All Elementary Schools Participated and High School Students from the Early College were on hand to distribute ribbons and cheer on the young athletes. Students from grade 1st – 5th competed. The event was a great success and on behalf of the School Board of Trustees and the RGCCISD family congratulations to all teams.

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while the back pair is membranous and folded under the front pair except when in flight.

Mesquite borers are another interesting example of our Valley’s amazing wildlife diversity.

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2014 Ford Mustang

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2012 Chevy Silverado

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2014 GMC Terrain

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