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Mr. Javier D. Margo and Mr. Noel P. Benavidez were inducted into the Rio Grande Valley Walk of Fame in a ceremony that took place on February 28, 2017 at the State Farm Arena in Hidalgo, Texas. Inductees are honored for demonstrating outstanding achievements and significant civic contributions locally and in the rest of South Texas. Both men are lifetime residents of Starr County and have demonstrated great leadership through their participation and volunteer work in many organizations. Their efforts have positively impacted Starr County and their legacy will continue to transform our communities for many generations to come.

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J & O Hinojosa Elementary Announces Their Teacher and Para-Professional of the Year

Congratulations to Veterans Middle School 7th graders Alejandro Garcia and Jose Daniel Garza for making history for VMS and the RGCCISD by winning 1st Place at the 57th Annual RGV Regional Science and Engineering Fair at UT Brownsville on February 11, 2017! These young scientists made a thermal welder that also does the work of a plasma cutter.

This science project that was presented by Alejandro and Jose in the Engineering Mechanics Junior Division ensured them a spot to advance to the Science State Competition that is coming up in San Antonio on March 31-April 1, 2017! Congratulations to these great young scientists, their parents, and their teacher, Mr. Dario Salinas! Good luck at state competition!

Rio Grande City High School Students Placed at Competition

John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary is proud to announce their campus Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Norma Alvarado and Para-Professional of the Year, Miss Stephanie Martinez.

RGCCISD to Recognize Former Track and Field Coach where he played football and competed in the pole vault. After his freshmen year, he transferred to Texas A&I University in Kingsville, Texas. While at Texas A&I, he continued to compete in the pole vault and played football earning the Heart and Hustle Award for his intensity on the field.

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The Rio Grande City High School Career and Technology classes attended Skills USA in Harlingen, Texas on February. The students from Mrs. Melissa Limas’ Class placed in the categories of Hair Cutting and Nail Care. The competition was very challenging and they compete against many students from District 13 all the way from Brownsville to Zapata, TX. In the Hair Cutting category the following students placed: Raymond Guerrero – 1st, Omar Munoz – 2nd, Luis Salinas – 3rd and in the Nail Care category, Aranzazu Perez – 2nd. On Behalf of Mrs. Melissa Limas, instructor of the class, she would like to express her sincere gratitude to her students and would like for them to know that she is very proud of each and every one of them.

Grulla Elementary Announces Their Alto Bonito Elementary Announces Teacher and Teacher Aide of the Year

Rio Grande City CISD will be recognizing Mr. Daniel Vasquez a former Rio Grande City High School Track and Field coach. He will be honored at the Rey Ramirez Relays on Friday, March 31, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. Vasquez is known to many as “Danny” especially among friends and within track and field circles.

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North Grammar Elementary UIL Team Placed at District UIL Meet RGC High School Rattlers JV Light Team Named District Champs

North Grammar Elementary UIL team took 3rd place in this year’s District UIL Meet. 2nd through 5th grade students from the nine elementary schools competed in various speaking and non-speaking contests at the annual meet. For months, our Longhorn students and coaches worked countless hours before and after school, on Saturday mornings, and even during holiday breaks in preparation for the event. Their accomplishments are proof that hard work and dedication lead to success. To celebrate this success, North Grammar Elementary Principal, Ms. Nora Rivera, graciously provided a trip to Main Event Entertainment Center to reward these amazing students and to thank them for all of their hard work. Congratulations to the North Grammar Elementary UIL team on a job well done!

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Roma-Miguel Aleman Bridge on the verge of collapse

Starr County Judge Eloy Vera is working diligently with authorities in both the United States and Mexico to find a solution to the repair of the Roma-Miguel Aleman Suspension Bridge. The bridge which is deemed a historical

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The suspension bridge has not had any maintenance work in nearly 40 years. As a result, it has been classified as “fracture critical” by structural engineers.

“Fracture critical” designation means that the failure is eminent and catastrophic. If the bridge collapses it could contaminate our source of water and cause grave danger affecting the public and the environment.

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Judge Vera has contacted TxDOT and they are willing to allocate funds, but only for half of the cost because of the bridge’s demographics; it is halfway in Mexican property and halfway in American property. Starr County is requesting that the State of Tamaulipas provide half of the cost of rehabilitation.

These three options to rehabilitate the bridge have been discussed given that taking the bridge down would be an even bigger expense than the rehabilitation: BRIDGE, page 4

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Roma High JROTC Cadets Take Home Top Prize from La Copa Raider Challenge

By: Roma High School Senior Army Instructor LTC(R) Luis Barrera Over 200 High School JROTC Cadets attended the La Copa Wolfpack Raider Challenge, sponsored by the Ed Rachel Foundation and the McAllen Recruiting Station in late February. Under the leadership of Mr. Silva (LTC, USA Retired) and Mr. Escamilla (USA MSG Retired), one of the largest Raider events in the Rio Grande Valley took place and the best part was that the Ed Rachel Foundation pick up the tab for transportation and meals for the participants.

Under the direction of Roma High School Senior Army Instructor LTC(R) Luis Barrera and Army Instructor 1SG(R) Juan Cruz the Roma High School Army JROTC beat out 21 other valley schools to earn the Overall Trophy for the annual event. The Roma High Army JROTC Gladiator Battalion also placed first in the Jacobs Latter and Obstacle Course. The other events were the Equipment Carry, Physical Fitness Test, Log Jam and the Crawl Gauntlet, Tomahawk Bridge and Tug-ofWar. The Copa Ranch Raider continues to lead the way in showcasing many of the finest, most hard working Army/Air Force JROTC Raider teams in the Rio Grande Valley. The best of the best Army JROTC programs compete against the best Raider teams in the Valley. The Army JROTC La Copa “Raider” serves as the unofficial Rio Grande Valley Championship for the top Raider program. This event couldn’t take place without the generosity of the Ed Rachel Foundation, the dedication of the

March is National School Breakfast Month

Starr County Judge Eloy Vera and staff would like to congratulate the local schools for their nutritious meal program. The Food Service Directors work diligently with their staff to ensure that every child eats a healthy meal for breakfast and lunch. To commemorate National School Breakfast Program Week, Rio Grande City CISD Food Service Department has scheduled a series of demonstrations to teach students to prepare healthy and nutritious snacks. Starr County Staff attended a demonstration at Ringgold Elementary Cafeteria on March 9, where Mrs. Reyna Guerra – Judges Office read a special message by Starr County Judge Eloy Vera (who was not able to attend the event) to the students and staff. Lieutenant Lenard Fuentes and Public Relations Director Mrs. Cynthia Garcia Fuentes also attended the presentation.

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BRIDGE Continued from page 2 1. Rehabilitation for safety only (cost of approximately $2.7 million) 2. Rehabilitation for pedestrian use only (cost of approximately $6.8 million) 3. Rehabilitation for vehicular use (cost of approximately $15 million)

Ms. Patricia Lopez has an insurmountable amount of work ahead of her and we hope that an agreement will be reached in Mexico in order to secure the safety of our residents who depend on the Rio Grande River for sustainability.

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WEDNESDAY MARCH 29TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †PATRICIO GARCIA (1ST AN.)

by His wife Idolina Garcia & Sons †HORTENCIA O. SERRATO (3RD AN.) by Family †ALVARO TREVIÑO by Son & Daughters THURSDAY MARCH 30TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE FRIDAY MARCH 31ST - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF 6:00 P.M. †JUAN P. LONGORIA (10TH AN.) by Family †DARIO SALMON (16TH AN.) by Family †FIDENCIA O. SALMON (18TH AN.) by Family

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by Ella Saenz & Sisters †SUSANO SEPULVEDA (4TH AN.) by Celinda Salinas & Family †JOSE G. LONGORIA (3RD AN.) by Familia Longoria †CARLOTA A. GARCIA (11TH AN.) by Family †GLORIA PEREZ (1ST AN.)

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SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †ARNOLDO RAMOS (9TH AN.)

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SUNDAY APRIL 2ND - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family †EPITACIA S. SOLIS

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MONDAY APRIL 3RD – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ESTELA LOPEZ (5TH AN.)

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Jaime Solis

Rio Grande City - Jaime Solis, 56, entered into eternal rest Monday, March 27th, 2017. He passed away at Mission Regional Hospital in Mission, Tx. He is survived by his wife, Maricela Rodriguez; father, Jesus Maria Solis Sr; three sons, Jaime Solis Jr. (Dee), Jesus I. Solis, David S. Solis (Briana) and one daughter, Wendy M. Solis. Other survivors include two brothers, Jesus M. Solis Jr and Javier Solis; four sisters, Estefana S. Guerrero, Ma. Mirtha S. Lopez, Leticia S. Guerra and Maricela Solis. Jaime is also survived by 13 grandchildren, one greatgrandchild and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a 100-Year Floodplain To: All interested Agencies Federal, State, and Local, Groups and Individuals.

This is to give notice that the Ricardo Gomez & Associates, on behave of the City of La Grulla, has conducted an evaluation as required by Executive Order 11988 and/or 11990, in accordance with HUD regulations at 24 CFR 55.20 Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on Floodplain Management, to determine the potential affect that its activity in the floodplain and wetland will have on the human environment for Texas Dept of Agriculture under CDBG Number 7216271. The proposed project(s) is located various parts in City of La Grulla. The City proposes to reconstruct streets to improve access and to remove a potential threat to public safety. The City shall reconstruct streets to improve access. The City shall reconstruct approximately four thousand one hundred thirty linear feet (4,130 l.f.) of street utilizing a base, HMAC pavement, and all associated appurtenances. Improvements will be on Johnson St. from Pvt. Leopoldo Longoria St. to Approx.

280 linear feet west, on Mission Street from Pvt. Lazaro Solis St. to approx. 950 linear feet west, on West Las Palmas St. from West 2nd St. to approx. 700 linear feet east and on Pvt. Lazaro Solis St. from Solis St. to approx. 2,200 linear feet east.

All improvements are located in Flood Zone A. The City of La Grulla has considered the following alternatives and mitigation measures to be taken to minimize adverse impacts and to restore and preserve natural and beneficial values: There are no alternatives since all the City is within the floodplain. The City however will however ensure that no negative impacts to the flood plain will occur and it further acknowledges that it will comply with state and local floodplain protection procedures.

The City of La Grulla has reevaluated the alternatives to building in the floodplain and has determined that it has no practicable alternative. Environmental files that document compliance with steps 3 through 6 of Executive Order 11988 and/or 11990, are available for public inspection, review and copying upon request at the times and location delineated in the last paragraph of this notice for receipt of comments. This activity will have no significant impact on the environment for the following reasons: A no action alternative was considered and rejected because the proposed improvements will help elevate current and future flooding by improving runoff from the improved streets. Any impact this project will be temporary and will exist only during minimal periods of the Construction phase.

There are three primary purposes for this notice. First, people who may be affected by activities in floodplains and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be given an opportunity to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Second, an adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information about floodplains can facilitate and enhance Federal efforts to reduce the risks associated with the occupancy and modification of these special areas. Third, as a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in floodplains, it must inform those who may be put at greater or continued risk.

Written comments must be received by the City of La Grulla at the following address on or before April 05, 2017 : La Grulla City Hall, 194 South FM 2360 or PO Box 197, La Grulla, TX 78548, Attn: Pedro Flores, Mayor during the hours of 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Comments may also be submitted via email at a.bush@cityofgrulla.com.

Date Published: March 29, 2017

will take place on Thursday morning, March 30th, 2017, at Immaculate Conception Church in Rio Grande City with interment to follow at Rio Grande City Cemetery.

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Roma High School where he served as Head Track Coach and Pole Vaulting Coach. Throughout these years, Danny coached 27 pole vault champions. Among the champions were his own kids Elias, Oscar, and Jenny.

Danny was the coach of the 1986 District Champion Rio Grande City High School Boys Varsity Track & Field team, which also went on to win the Region IV Regional Championships in San Antonio, Texas. The team’s 4 X 400 meter relay team set the regional record with a time of 3:17.04. In addition, the team also produced state qualifiers in the long jump, 100 meters, 200 meters and the 4 X 400 meter relay.

He was the second coach in the history of the Rio Grande Valley to win a Regional Track & Field Championship. There has only been six teams in the Valley that have gone on to win Regional

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Championships which include San Benito in 1959, Rio Grande City in 1986, Edcouch Elsa in 1993, Raymondville in 2000, Roma in 2011, and Edinburg Vela in 2015.

He was also the first to coach a Hispanic athlete to a state championship in a sprint event – the 200 meter dash. The person is our very own Rey Ramirez the current RGCCISD Athletic Director.

Danny continues to be a part of track and field in the Rio Grande Valley and has been an official at the UIL State Track and Field meet in Austin for the last 30 years. He worked in education for over 32 years and retired in 2015 as principal of Ignite Charter Schools in Rio Grande City.

Danny lives in Rio Grande City and is married to Noelia Vasquez.

They have four children, Robbie, Elias, Oscar and Jenny.

For God Loved the world so much that he gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him may not die but have eternal life.

For God did not send his son into the world to be its judge, but to be its savior.

John 3, 16-17

The Day God Took You Home

In tears we saw you sinking and watched you pass away, our hearts were almost broken, we wanted you to stay. But when we saw you sleeping, so peaceful, free from pain, how could we wish you back with us to suffer that again. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone for part of us went with you the day God took you home.

To the family and many friends of our beloved late Ama, mother-inlaw, grandma, great grandmama, sister, sister-in-law, cousin, aunt, friend, roommate, bus driver, Juanita “Nena” Balderas, we wish to extend our sincere thanks for your many kindnesses, and for the condolences, food, �lowers/plants, cards, prayers, and support that we have received. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to Our Lady of Peace Church, Deacon Benito Saenz, Sanchez Funeral Home Staff, Fr. Jesse Garza, Starr County Memorial Hospital ER/ EMT, Doctor Jose Vasquez staff and Rio Grande City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center CNA/Nursing staff for all your care. A special thank you to Santos M. Garcia and family for kindness and companionship and friendship you bestowed to her.

On behalf of Balderas, Pena, Acevedo family, a sincere thank you from her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren: Sylvia P. (Ruben) Vela, Ruben (Norma) Vela, Jr., Melissa (Dario) Guerra, Melinda (Kim) Vela and family, Florentina Pena, JoAnn, Johnny, Jayden Romeo (Trina) Pena, Ariana, Anika, Araceli P. Saenz, Reynaldo, Jr., Norma (Chema Alvarez, Jr.) Pena and family, Rudy Acevedo Prayer to St. Anthony

“Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints” O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers.

Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.

Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be.

Publicize after favor is granted.

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Veterans Middle School Held RGC Rotary Club Four-Way Test Its 4th Annual Career Day Speech Competition Winners

Veterans Middle School held its 4th Annual Career Day. VMS students were astounded at the different career opportunities that they were exposed to at the gymnasium. They even got to see a helicopter up close while the US Border Patrol explained the significance of it. Approximately 20 different professions and businesses were available to the students to answer their questions and inform them about their careers.

After the career sessions at the gym, the career day guests were treated to a delicious lunch in the library. A special musical performance was made possible by the award-winning VMS Mariachi Juvenil de America while everyone enjoyed their lunch.

Mrs. Maricela O. Garcia, VMS Principal, thanked everyone for taking the time out of their busy schedules in order to help educate our VMS students about their different careers.

Career Fair guests: Roel Photography; Candice Garza – RGCCISD Child Nutrition Program; HEB; Texas Parks & Wildlife Game Wardens; IBC Bank; SCAN; Texas DPS State Troopers; U.S. Customs & Immigration Officers; U.S. Border Patrol Agents & Helicopter;

La Estrella 95.1 Radio Station; Dr. Daria Babineaux & Staff – Pediatric Care Center; Starr County Memorial Hospital Staff; South Texas College; Starr County Adult Probation Officers; Starr County Juvenile Probation Officers; Starr County HIDTA Task Force Officers; Rodeo Dental; Smile & Shine; Trans Starr EMS, LLC; Rio Grande City Fire Department; Rio Grande City Police Department; Rio Grande City High School JROTC; Rio Grande City High School Cosmetology; and Chilis Restaurant.

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Students from the Rio Grande City-La Grulla area competed in the Rio Grande City Rotary Club’s 2017 Four-Way Test Speech Competition on March 3rd.

First place and winning a $300 prize was Brianna Bazan, a junior at the Early College High School.

Second place and winning a $200 prize was Liza Garcia, a junior at the Early College High School.

Third place and winning a $100 prize was Abigail Hinojosa, a senior at Rio Grande City High School.

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Other students competing were Alexis Cantu, a junior at Grulla High School; Gabrielle Pena, a senior at Rio Grande City High School; Enrique Chavero, a senior at Rio Grande City High School; and Iris Rodriguez, a senior at Grulla High School. All four were awarded $50 prizes.

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Roma Middle School Student Council Continues to Learn, Lead Alto Bonito Elementary Had its 4th Six Weeks Awards Assembly

Alto Bonito Elementary had its 4th Six Weeks Awards Assembly.

Twenty-nine students were awarded with the Principal’s Award Medal.

These students were chosen from each homeroom based on overall academics, behavior, and daily attendance. As an added treat, they experienced having breakfast with the school principals. (Pictured with these students are Principal, Mr. Rene Pena and Asst. Principal, Ms. Laura Garza).

Many parents and family members attended to see their students receive medals and awards for perfect attendance, honor roll, most improved, and Principal’s Award. The students that received awards were so excited and proud to be wearing their medals. For this assembly, special awards were given in recognition to those students that were top donors for the Jump Rope for Heart event that took place earlier this month. Congratulations to all our students!

The Roma Middle School Student Council attended the Texas Say What Action Summit in McAllen, TX. Students learned about the effects of smoking and how it can also affect the environment. They helped clean up West Side Park, making it a cleaner place for younger children to enjoy. They also visited the IMAS Museum and learned new information about space, biology and art. Thank you parents and students for making the day of learning activities successful. (Council President: Andrik Garcia, Vice President: Roberto Muniz III, Secretary: Julian Barrera, and Parliamentarian: Valeria Ramirez, Advisors: Anakaren Lopez, Karina Eliserio and Jose R. Ramirez. (Photos and information courtesy Anakaren Lopez.)

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Rio Grande City CISD celebrates Open House in honor of Texas Public Schools Week. The schools in the district had the opportunity to invite parents and students to come in and visit with teachers and administrators. The “Power of Public” was this year’s theme and the district celebrates the many educational opportunities we provide our students. On behalf of the Board of Trustees and the RGCCISD family, we would like to thank the parents for their continued support!

Board of Trustees: Daniel J. Garcia - President, Eduardo “Eddie” Ramirez- Vice President, Judith A. Solis - Secretary, Daria “Dr. B” Babineaux - Member, Dr. Norberto Cantu, Jr. - Member, Leticia O. Lopez - Member, Eleazar Velasquez, Jr. - Member Administration: Alfredo Garcia - Superintendent

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RGCCISD Parental Involvement Program Held Session on Arts and Crafts

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Held its Annual Career Day Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary held its annual Career Day. The students enjoyed listening to various speakers. The event was deemed a success by all who attended. Special thanks to our counselor Mrs. D. Gonzalez who organized the event and to the gracious speakers who volunteered their time to visit our campus.

Grulla Elementary Held Award Assemblies for the 4th Six Weeks The RGCCISD Parental Involvement Program held a very successful session on Arts and Crafts. Dr. Pablo Martinez and Mrs. Virginia Gonzalez welcomed Mrs. Cristina Peña who taught parents how to paint ceramic boots and care bears. Mrs. Peña creatively taught parents the importance of using the Strengthening Families Curriculum. Lydia Lopez and Cleopatra Alvarez also assisted with the lesson to ensure that everyone present had a very enjoyable time. Mr. Florentino Gonzalez judged the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in the boots and care bears decorating competition.

Grulla Elementary held Award Assemblies for the 4th Six Weeks. Students were recognized for having Perfect Attendance, Superior Honor Roll, Honor Roll, Accelerated Reader, and Principal’s Award. Thanks to all the parents and family members who came to support their child’s achievements. Those students that received Principal’s Award were able to have breakfast, get a goody bag and take a picture with Mrs. Y. Peña, Principal.

Congratulations to all the students in their achievements.

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SOTX now serves 5,349 athletes in the Rio Grande Valley, up 1.6 percent from 2015.

Olympics Texas (SOTX) released its 2016 Athlete Census.

Findings show that the organization provided year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for a record-number 58,333 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state of Texas last year. The figure revealed in SOTX’s 2016 Athlete Census is a 5.3 percent increase (3,101 athletes) from the end of 2015.

“The growth is a reflection of the hard work and outreach put forth by our volunteers and staff, and a recognition of our society becoming more inclusive,” said SOTX President & CEO Margaret Larsen. “As we continue to grow, I encourage people to get involved as volunteers and donors, because without you, Special Olympics Texas cannot offer the high-quality and life-changing opportunities that it strives to provide for our 58,333 athletes.”

According to SOTX’s 2016 Census, the Greater Fort Worth Area introduced programming and training to 1,459 new athletes, marking the largest increase (up 27.5 percent) among the 19 regions it serves. The San Antonio Area added 596 athletes in 2016, raising its total to 10,991 athletes, making it SOTX’s largest-served area in the state. Rounding out the top five were: Greater Houston Area (9,889), Greater Dallas Area (7,297), Rio Grande Valley (5,349) and Greater Fort Worth (5,309).

The total number of athletes include those that participated in at least one of the 22 offered sports or in one of its various programs, including: Athletes in Training, Motor Activities Training Program (MATP) and the Young Athletes Program (YAP). More about each of these programs can be found at www.sotx.org/programs.

Areas that saw a significant decrease can attribute the drop to athletes that graduated out of the public education system.

As athletes enter adulthood, it becomes increasingly harder for them to maintain participation because of transportation issues or because they lack information about available Special Olympics opportunities for adults. To conquer the hurdle, SOTX provides Adult Transition resources for campus facilitators to include in their Individual Education Program (IEP) for high school-aged students. The program goes beyond academics to include preparation for adult living. The IEP can include specific activities or steps to ensure that the youth will be linked to an adult team without interruption in their sports training and competition.

SOTX was recently awarded a four-star rating by Charity Navigator and named a Platinum Participant by GuideStar; both recognitions are the highest rating offered by each respective charity watchdog.

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VMS Students of the Month for March Nelda Laurel Hosts Sorority

Veterans Middle School is proud to announce the VMS Students of the Month for March 2017. These students were selected based on academic achievement and superior character traits. Congratulations to these students for promoting and taking pride in Veterans Middle School and in themselves! Pictured above are the Students of the Month for March: Andre Trevino, Kimberly Flores, Fabian Morin, Omar Moya, Genesis Velasquez, Rogelio Garcia, Jr., and Flor Diaz.

Rio Grande City CISD will be recognizing Mr. Daniel Vasquez a former Rio Grande City High School Track and Field coach.

He will be honored at the Rey Ramirez Relays on Friday, March 31, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.

Nelda Laurel was hostess for a meeting of Texas Delta Theta Master of Beta Sigma Phi held recently at the home of Jesse Peña. President Becky Canales presided during the business meeting, which included plans for the annual Sweetheart Dance and an upcoming service project benefitting Casa de Esperanza. Mrs. Laurel presented a program on Princess Ariel of The Little Mermaid, Walt Disney’s 28th animated film, continuing with the celebration of Walt Disney’s 85th anniversary year and the 85th anniversary year of Beta Sigma Phi. The character is based on the title character of Hans Christian Anderson’s Little Mermaid story, but was developed into a different personality for the 1989 animated film adaptation.

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John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary School 4th Six Weeks Honor Roll Ms. Marissa Saldivar Principal at John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary proudly announces the Honor Roll for the 4th Six Weeks 2016-2017 School Year.

PRE-K R. Estrada “A” Jesus Adame, Julio Alvarado, Lukas Barrera, Angela Flores, Carlos Garcia, Mya Gonzalez, Mario Lozano, Criselda Medina, Aneira Mendoza, Genesis Rocha, Ximena Rodriguez “A&B” Santiago Canales, Maybelyn Muralles, Dania Rodriguez A. Garcia “A” Felix Garza, Kayla A. Gaytan, Braeden L. Gonzalez, Yaritzel A. Gonzalez, Alejandro Ibarra, Alejandro Lopez, Dayanara Lopez, Esmeralda Medina, Christopher A. Mendoza, Kendron L. Rios, Isaac R. Salinas, Jose David Sandoval, Ray Silva, Ashely Trevino “A&B” Alexis G. De Anda, Xavier Diaz, Oscar I. Garcia, Lennae A. Garrido V. Salinas “A” Dasha Cabello, Emilio Garcia, Kayla Ibarra, Jairo Martinez, Mia Perez, Elias Valadez “A&B” Layssa Aleman, Adabella Reyes KINDER M. Cruz “A” Mariane Alanis, Jesus Aranda, Michelle Arevalo, Yaritza Flores, Eduardo Garcia, Aleena Gonzalez, Ricardo Martinez, Regina Molina, Samira Monroy, Jesus Vasquez “A&B” Orlando Benavides, Sophia Espiricueta, Rene Lozano, Rolando Lozano, Edwin Rios, Angelo Rojas A. Guerrero “A” Emanuel Abundiz, Ximena Aguilar, Eduardo Alaffa Jr., Victor Ayala, Edgardo Cantu, Elizabeth Flores, Maileny Garza, Shalomi Guerrero, Ediel Gonzalez, Rebecca Martinez, Larry Vargas, Aryella Vasquez “A&B” Moises Olivarez G. Sandoval “A” Nathan Avila, Angel Candelas, Jason De Anda, Kaylee Garza, Kevin Garza, Mario Izaguirre, Darian Lopez, Mario Pena, Elizandro Rosas, Derek Ruvalcaba, Diego Vasquez “A&B” David Flores Jr., Teandra Lopez C. Trevino “A” Sebastian Arce Villarreal, Evelyn Garza, Enrique Gazca “A&B” Roberto Garcia, Dilany Garza, Edgar Garza, Axel Longoria, Eduardo Lopez FIRST GRADE N. Alvarado “A” Alexander Arenas, Amberlyn Garcia, Rosselyn Garcia, Valeria Gaytan, Jarely Hinojosa, Herbey Rodriguez

“A&B” Yareli Garza, Yoan Gonzalez, Hailey Perez, Melany Resendez, Mya Rodriguez, Ximena Toscano C. Chapa “A” Lynette Carrillo, Zoe Guerrero, Arriana Rios, Evangeline Rodriguez “A&B” Sarah Barrera, Anali Cadena, Jorge Dominguez, Izcalli Guajardo, Dylan Lopez, Vanessa Vasquez I. Juarez “A” Luis Alaffa, Hugo Cisneros, Johana Cortez, Ethan Delgado, Aaron Olivares “A&B” Jennifer Garcia, Christian Salinas, Sabrina Vasquez C. Delgado “A” Carlos Cantú, Julissa González, Isabella Guerrero, Jesús Martínez, Deynna Palacios, David Rodríguez “A&B” Stephanie Aleman, Alyanie Barrera, Donato Medina SECOND GRADE B. Chapa “A” Joseph Avila, Samantha Monroy, Kimberly Olivarez, Arlette Pena, Yaretzi Rivera, Natalie Treviño, “A&B” Miley Barrera, Roberto Garza, Brandon González, Camila Martínez, Diego Mata, Melanie Moreno, Brandon Rojas I. Rodríguez “A&B” José Carlos Abundiz, Violeta Aranda, Briseidy Treviño, Keyleen R. García, Brisaylanie, Gómez, Brianna Ramón, Daniel Resendez I. Sánchez “A&B” Omar García, Isabela García, Jordan Vásquez THIRD GRADE S. García “A&B” Randy Garcia, Hannia Garrido, Luiggi Garza, Yasmin Garza, Leticia Lozano, Nahomy Lozano, Alexander Maldonado J. Silva “A&B” Nayelli Garza, Diego Gonzalez, Joselyn Mata, Brianna Mijares, Bryan Ríos, Yoselin Santos L. Solís “A” Lluvia Aldape, Alexandria Saldívar “A&B” Xiomara Aguilar, Georgina Barrera, Ivan Domínguez, Kassandra Garza, Jayson Guerra, Dawn Isidro, Phoebe López, Miguel López, Emily Mendoza, Kristal Ortiz, Sabrina Rodríguez FOURTH GRADE E. Flores “A” Albert Reyna, Emmanuel Treviño “A&B” Leylani De Hoyos, Bryan Hinojosa, Christian Lozano, Lorena Medina, María Elena Pena, Karyssa Reyes, Cesar Soto V. Robles “A&B” Melany Garza, Ramiro Lozano

FIFTH GRADE A. Garza “A&B” Eduardo Cerda, Evelyn Ortiz, Daisy Pérez, Elvia Quezada, Katlyn Zúñiga I. Garza “A&B” Nelson Del Bosque, Carolina Flores, Ilex Garza, Ruby González, Analee Ibarra, Jennifer López, Kayla Maraboto, Raudel Martínez, Briseidy Mendoza, Dalisa Olivarez, Génesis Ríos, Maite Santos, Cassandra Vargas

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND BEER RETAILER’S PERMIT by: AMALIA RIVERA dba A.J.’S DRIVE THRU to be located at 2001 EMBASSY RD., RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND BEER RETAILER’S PERMIT by: ERIKA RODRIGUEZ dba LA JUNGLA DEL MONO to be located at 99 NAVAJO DR., RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND BEER R E TA I L E R ’ S O F F PREMISE PERMIT by: NIA JOVANA GEORGINA MACIEL dba TRAPITOS DRIVE THRU to be located at 35 GARCIASVILLE C E M E TA R Y R O A D UNIT A, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Cancer-Prevention Now Easier, Just Preventing cancer just got a little easier. Adolescents under age 15 now need only two shots to prevent human papillomavirus (HPV), rather than three doses of vaccine as physicians previously recommended.

HPV causes several cancers that sicken and kill both men and women, and the shots prevent HPV. The 2017 vaccination schedules, released earlier this month from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reflect the change in HPV vaccination recommendation. When the HPV vaccine was introduced in 2006, it was given in three doses over six months. CDC announced the new recommendation because studies showed two doses were just as effective for kids aged 9-14 years, the group that benefits most from the shots.

“The key to preventing HPV is getting vaccinated before being exposed to it,” said David Lakey, MD, chair of Texas Medical Association’s (TMA’s) Council on Science and Public Health.

“The new CDC recommendations reinforce the benefit of getting the vaccine in the early adolescent years.”

During National Cancer Prevention Month in February, Texas physicians want to ensure parents help their adolescents and teens avoid cancer down the road by getting them vaccinated to prevent HPV. Physicians and other health experts recommend the HPV vaccination for preteen boys and girls, aged 11 and 12 years, but it can be given as early as age 9.

The second dose of HPV vaccine should be given six to 12 months after the first dose.

Doctors are seeing more cancers caused by HPV, with a new case diagnosed in someone every 20 minutes. CDC says that equates to 30,000 Americans getting an HPV-related cancer each year, including cervical, penile, anal, vaginal, and oropharyngeal (cancers of the head and neck such as the throat and mouth).

HPV is the most common infection in the nation spread

Vaccination as Effective

through intimate skin-to-skin or sexual contact. Almost all (80 percent) of sexually active people will have the virus sometime in their lives. Most HPV infections will go away, but some will not.

These cases cause genital warts and cancer years or even decades later.

“HPV cancers often aren’t diagnosed until they are advanced, making treatment more difficult, lengthy, and expensive,” said Dr. Lakey, a pediatric infectious disease specialist in Austin. “The vaccine is safe, effective, and simple to administer. It provides an opportunity for us to do something now that will protect and preserve the health of our children throughout their lives.

That’s an opportunity we should seize,” said Dr. Lakey.

Older teens and young adults who weren’t vaccinated in adolescence, or who didn’t get all the shots in the series, can still benefit from HPV vaccination.

Both males and females can get the shots until age 26. For those over age 15, however, CDC still recommends the three-shot series.

People should ask their physician about how many doses are needed and when.

Paying for the vaccine shouldn’t be a barrier. Most insurance companies, the Texas Vaccines for Children Program, and the Adult Safety Net program pay for HPV vaccine. The Texas Department of State Health Services created the Adult Safety Net to make vaccinations available to uninsured adults.

TMA has published an infographic about the importance of HPV vaccination, both in English and Spanish.

RFP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: RFP 17-34

Electrical Work & Repair

10:00 A.M.

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

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Thursday, April 6, 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 17-35

Air Conditioning (HVAC) Work & Repair 10:10 A.M.

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

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Thursday, April 6, 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

Date March 29, 2017

Starr County Appraisal District Reminds Businesses to Render their Taxable Property by April 15 If you own tangible personal property that is used to produce income, you must file a rendition with the Starr County Appraisal District by April 15.

A rendition is a report that lists all the taxable property you owned or controlled on Jan. 1 of this year. Property includes inventory and equipment used by a business.

Owners do not have to render exempt property, such as church property or an agriculture producer’s equipment used for farming.

“The appraisal district may use the information submitted in the rendition to set property values,” said Rosalva Guerra, Chief Appraiser.

You can also file a report of decreased value to notify the appraisal district of significant depreciation of your property. “For example, if your property was damaged by a storm, flood or fire last year, you should file a report of decreased value. The appraisal district will look at your property before assigning a value,” said Guerra.

The last day to file a rendition or report of decreased value is April 15. A 10 percent to 50 percent penalty may be imposed if a rendition is filed late, incomplete or not at all.. Property owners who need more time to file their renditions may file a written request with the chief appraiser on or before April 15 to receive an automatic extension to May 15 or the next business day. The chief appraiser may also grant an additional 15 days after the postponed deadline, if necessary.

For more information about rendering property, deadline extensions, penalties and rendition forms, taxpayers may contact the Starr County Appraisal District 100 N. FM 3167, Ste 300 Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 (956) 487-5613 • www.starrcad.org

Information is also available from the Comptroller’s Property Tax Assistance Division’s website at comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/property-tax/.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MARCH 29, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 4

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

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