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Tremendous job by the Drama Team from Rio High School. The Mighty Rattler Theatre Company competed on Thursday, March 11, 2021 at the District One Act Play Competition. The company came away with the District Championship and an impressive number of group and individual awards. The students were awarded 4 Honorable Mention Cast awards, 4 All Star Cast Awards, Best Technician and for the second time in RGCCISD history brought back the prestigious Best Performer award which is awarded to only two students in the entire competition. RGCCISD are very proud of these students for their hard work and dedication. A special thanks to the parents and Fine Arts administration for all their wonderful support. Keep up the great work!!

Roma High Lady Gladiator Wrestler Secure State Title Roma ISD are sooooo proud of Aileen!!! She is the ﬁrst Roma High Mighty Gladiator Weightlifter to earn a state championship in school history and joins an elite list of Gladiators who have made it to the state competition in any sport. What an amazing student-athlete!! Congratulations also go to her dedicated coaches and supportive family!

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RGCCISD celebrates National Nutrition Month. The Child Nutrition Staff, led by Mrs. Patsy Ramirez, do a tremendous job ensuring the students are fed nutritious meals even during the pandemic and cold weather the county had. Great job staff! OPEN MON-SUN 7AM-7PM

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Border Region Behavioral Health Center Celebrated World Down Syndrome Awareness Day

Roma High Honors Business Professionals of America Regional & State Qualiﬁers

Roma High School took the opportunity to congratulate all the students who placed in the regional competition for the Business Professionals of America. The students showed a lot of dedication to their academic preparation for these events. They did an awesome job representing Roma with great pride! Border Region Behavioral Health Center held an event to celebrate World Down Syndrome Awareness Great job Gladiators!! day. The celebration began with a proclamation by Starr County Judge Eloy Vera, and read by Miss Rose Benavidez-Behavioral Center Board Member Proclaiming Wednesday, March 23, 2021 as Down Syndrome Awareness Day in Starr County. The event included a drive through parade and a balloon release.

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S a l v e , custodio d e l Redentor y esposo de la Virgen María. A ti Dios confió a su Hijo, en ti María depositó su confianza, contigo Cristo se forjó como hombre. Oh, bienaventurado José, muéstrate padre también a nosotros y guíanos en el camino de la vida. Concédenos gracia, misericordia y valentía, y defiéndenos de todo mal. AMEN Melissa Y. Hernandez

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Alerta de Diabetes: ¿Podría tener diabetes? El 23 de marzo fue el Día de Alerta de Diabetes. Esta “llamada de atención” de un día nos recuerda sobre la diabetes y los graves problemas de salud que puede causar. La diabetes puede provocar enfermedades cardíacas, pérdida de la visión, enfermedades renales y pérdida de los dedos de los pies, los pies o las piernas. A veces ni siquiera nota los síntomas de la diabetes. Los síntomas pueden aparecer gradualmente durante varios años, especialmente si desarrolla diabetes tipo 2. En los Estados Unidos, aproximadamente 1 de cada 10 personas tiene diabetes y la prediabetes afecta a 1 de cada 3 personas. La prediabetes significa que su nivel de azúcar en sangre es más alto de lo normal, pero no lo suficientemente alto como para ser considerado diabetes tipo 2. Tome el control de su salud. Realice la prueba de riesgo de prediabetes de un minuto para verificar su riesgo. Si obtiene una puntuación alta en esta prueba de riesgo, existe una

gran posibilidad de que tenga prediabetes. Sin embargo, solo un análisis de sangre realizado por su proveedor de atención médica puede determinar un diagnóstico oﬁcial. La buena noticia es que la prediabetes se puede controlar. Unirse a un programa de cambio de estilo de vida reconocido por los CDC puede ayudarlo a tomar medidas para controlar la prediabetes y prevenir o retrasar la diabetes tipo 2. “No se trata de cuánto tiempo vivas. Se trata de lo bien que se vive ”, dijo Cynthia Johnson, participante del programa. Vea testimonios cortos en video, incluidos Johnson y otros participantes. Si está en riesgo de tener diabetes tipo 2, puede tomar medidas para controlar su salud. Conozca su historial médico familiar. Si ha tenido diabetes gestacional, hable con su médico sobre su riesgo de diabetes tipo 2. Tome medidas para retrasar o prevenir la diabetes tipo 2 con un plan de acción.

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CDC emite el primer conjunto de pautas sobre cómo las personas totalmente vacunadas pueden visitar de manera segura a otras personas Los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) emitieron su primer conjunto de recomendaciones sobre actividades que las personas que están completamente vacunadas contra COVID-19 pueden reanudar de manera segura. La nueva guía, que se basa en la ciencia más reciente, incluye recomendaciones sobre cómo y cuándo una persona completamente vacunada puede visitar a otras personas que están completamente vacunadas y a otras personas que no están vacunadas. Esta guía representa un primer paso para regresar a las actividades cotidianas en nuestras comunidades. Los CDC actualizarán estas recomendaciones a medida que se vacunen más personas, cambien las tasas de COVID-19 en la comunidad y se disponga de evidencia cientíﬁca adicional. “Sabemos que las personas quieren vacunarse para poder volver a hacer las cosas que disfrutan con las personas que aman”, dijo la directora de los CDC, Rochelle P. Walensky, MD, MPH. “Hay algunas actividades que las personas completamente vacunadas pueden comenzar a reanudar ahora en sus propios hogares. Todos, incluso aquellos que están vacunados, deben continuar con todas las estrategias de mitigación cuando se encuentren en entornos públicos. A medida que la ciencia evolucione y más personas se vacunen, continuaremos brindando más orientación para ayudar a las personas completamente vacunadas a reanudar más actividades de manera segura ”. Los CDC alientan a las

Final Notice and Public Explanation of a Proposed Activity in a 100-Year Floodplain To: All interested Agencies including all Federal, State and Local, Groups and Individuals This is to give notice that City of Roma 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 HOME Owner Occupied Housing Assistance Reservation Participant System under Contract No. 1003088. The proposed project is located at 104 N. Center Street, Roma, Starr County, Texas. The funds will be used to Demolish existing dilapidated home located in a flood area, each located in a lot of approximately 50 feet wide and approximately by 120 feet long, and reconstruct new housing on the same footprint. These homes will be for elderly and/or physically challenged citizens. Properties are located on FEMA FIRM 48427C0520C in flood zone A. Less than 1 acre total are in the 100 year floodplain. . The City of Roma has considered the following alternatives and mitigation measures to be taken to minimize adverse impacts and to restore and preserve natural and beneficial values: 1. Relocate the proposed activities outside the floodplain – this alternative suggests purchase of additional property to relocate residents and was rejected due to additional financial commitments. 2. Choose applicants that are not in a 100 year floodplain – this alternative suggests excluding applicants that are not located in a 100 year floodplain. This was rejected because applicants are based on need, and this is an opportunity to assist those that are considered most in need as well as better reinforce the structures to resist possible flooding. 3. Locate the proposed activities within the floodplain – this is considered necessary from a public interest standpoint and the homes are intended to be elevated about the base flood elevation. The City of Roma 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:

personas a vacunarse con la primera vacuna COVID-19 autorizada por la FDA disponible para protegerse y ayudar a poner fin a la pandemia. Las vacunas actualmente autorizadas por la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (FDA) son seguras y altamente efectivas para prevenir enfermedades graves por COVID-19, hospitalizaciones y muertes. Un creciente cuerpo de evidencia científica también sugiere que las personas completamente vacunadas tienen menos probabilidades de tener una infección asintomática y potencialmente menos propensas a transmitir el SARS-CoV-2, el virus que causa el COVID-19, a otras personas. Por lo tanto, las personas completamente vacunadas pueden tomar menos precauciones con seguridad en determinadas situaciones. Específicamente, la guía de los CDC recomienda que las personas completamente vacunadas puedan hacer lo siguiente: • Visite a otras personas completamente vacunadas en el interior sin usar máscaras o sin estar separados por 6 pies. • Visite a personas no vacunadas de otro hogar en el interior sin usar máscaras o manteniéndose a una distancia de 6 pies si todos en el otro hogar tienen un riesgo bajo de contraer una enfermedad grave. • Abstenerse de la cuarentena y las pruebas si no presenta síntomas de COVID-19 después del contacto con alguien que tiene COVID-19. Se considera que una persona está completamente vacunada dos semanas después de recibir la última dosis requerida de vacuna. Aunque las vacunas

se están acelerando, los CDC estiman que solo el 9.2% de la población de los EE. UU. Ha sido completamente vacunada con una vacuna COVID-19 que la FDA ha autorizado para uso de emergencia. Si bien la nueva guía es un paso positivo, la gran mayoría de las personas deben estar completamente vacunadas antes de que las precauciones contra el COVID-19 puedan levantarse de manera generalizada. Hasta entonces, es importante que todos sigan adhiriéndose a las medidas de mitigación de salud pública para proteger a la gran cantidad de personas que permanecen sin vacunar. Los CDC recomiendan que las personas completamente vacunadas continúen tomando estas precauciones contra el COVID-19 cuando estén en público, cuando visiten a personas no vacunadas de varios otros hogares y cuando estén cerca de personas no vacunadas que corren un alto riesgo de enfermarse gravemente por COVID-19: • Use una mascarilla bien ajustada. • Manténgase al menos a 6 pies de las personas con las que no vive. • Evite las reuniones en persona de tamaño mediano y grande. • Hágase la prueba si experimenta síntomas de COVID-19. • Siga la guía emitida por empleadores individuales. • Siga los requisitos y recomendaciones de viaje de los CDC y del departamento de salud.

Noticia Final y Explicacion Publica de Actividad Propuesta en 100 Años de Inundacion A todas las Agencias interesadas incluyendo a Federal, Estado, Local y Grupos e Individuos Esto es para notificarles que la Ciudad de Roma a preparado una evaluacion requerida por orden executiva No’s. 11988 y 11990, de acuerdo con las regulaciones de HUD en CFR 55.20 Sub-Parte C Procedimientos para determiner en una zona de inundacion para determinar el efecto potencial de esta actividad en una zona de inundacion o mojada tendra en el medio ambiente humano para la propuesta de asistencia de vivienda y asuntos de la comunidad sistema de participacion de reservacion de Tejas Contrato No. 1003088. El proyecto propuestos esta localizado en Calle Center Numero 104 N., Roma, Starr County, Texas. Los fondos seran utilzados para destruir la viviendas dañada localizada en zona de inundacion, cada una esta ubicada en un solar de aproximadamente 50 pies de ancho por aproximadamente 120 pies de largo. Construccion de viviendas en el mismo lugar. Esta vivienda sera habitadas por personas mayors de edad y/o fisicamente retadas. Estas propiedades estan localizadas en FEMA FIR 48427C0520C en zonas de inundacion Seccion A. Es menos de un acre en total en 100 años de inundacion. La Ciudad de Roma a considerado las siguientes alternativas y mitigaciones que se llevaran a cabo para minimizar los impactos y restoarar y preservar lo natural y beneficios valiosos: 1. Re-localizar las actividades propuestas fuera de una zona de inundacion-Esta alternative sugiere compra de propiedad adicional y re-localizar residents y fue rechazada por falta de fondos adicionales 2. Escoger aplicantes que no esten en 100 años de inundacion- esta alternative sugiere excluir aplicantes que no esten lozalizados en 100 años de inundacion. Esta propuesta fue rechazada porque los aplicantes estan basados en necesidades y esta es una oportunidad de asistir a estos que esten considerados en mas necesidad para reenforsar la estructura y resistir posible inundaciones. 3. Localizar las propuestas actividades en una zona de inundacion- Esta es considerado necesario para el interes de el public y las viviendas seran elevadas basado en elevaciones de inundacion. La Ciudad de Roma a re-evaluado las alternativas de las viviendas en una zona de inundacion y a determinado que no hay alternativas practicable. El archivo de el estudio ambiental indica que esta en cumpliminto de los 3 - 6 pasos de Orden Executiva 11988 y o 11990, y estan disponible para inspeccion publica, para revisar y copiar pidiendolo a la hora y lugar delineado en el ultimo parafo de esta noticia para recibir comentarios. Esta actividad no tendra efecto de impacto en el estudio ambiental por las suigientes razones:

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.

El proyecto propuestos no signiﬁcan impactos para residentes o zona de inundacion porque la vivienda sera elevada arriba de las elevaciones de inundacion. Hay tres propositos primarios para esta noticia, Primero, los residentes que pudieran estar afectados por esta actividad en zona de inundacion y quienes esten interesados en la proteccion natural de el ambiente, deberan darles una oportunidad de expresar sus temores y proveer informacion acerca de esta area. Segundo, una noticia adecuada publica de el programa puede ser una herramienta educacional. La divulgacion de informacion acerca de zonas de inundacion puede facilitar y enriquecer los esfuerzos federales para reducir los riesgos asociados con la ocupacion y modiﬁcacion de esta area especial. Tercero,de una manera equitativa, cuando el gobierno federal determine que participara en acciones que estan en areas de inundacion, le informara a aquellos residentes que puedan estar en riesgo.

Written comments must be received by the City of Roma at the following address, P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584 on or before April 7, 2021: Mr. Crisanto Salinas, City Manager, 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas 78584 and (956) 849-1411, Attention: Mr. Crisanto salinas, City Manager, during the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Comments may also be submitted via email at csalinas@cityofroma. net

Comentarios por escrito deberan ser recibidos por la Ciudad de Roma a la siguiente dirreccion, Calle Convent #77, Roma, Texas 78584 en o antes de el 7 de abril de 2021 a: Ciudad de Roma, P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584, numero de telefono, (956) 849-1411, atencion Sr. Crisanto Salinas, Administrador durante las horas de 8:00 a.m. y 5:00 p.m.. Comentarios tambien puden mandarse via correo electrnico a csalinas@cityofroma.net.

Date: March 31, 2021

Fecha: Marzo 31, 2021

This projects pose no significant impacts to residents or floodplain as the home is intended to be raised above the base flood elevations.

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Did you Know? Blisters can form for a number of reasons. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, injuries, allergic reactions and infections can lead to the formation of blisters. Burns or scalds and even sunburns can cause blisters to form as well. Blisters can be painful or itchy, and that discomfort may compel some people to pop them. But popping blisters is a potentially costly mistake, as the American Academy of Dermatology notes that popping blisters can lead to infection. Patience may be a person’s best ally when confronting blisters, as the AAD says most blisters will heal on their own in one to two weeks. Covering a blister can help reduce pain and discomfort,

especially if a bandage is situated in such a way as to ensure that the middle of it is a little raised. That can reduce friction between the blister and the bandage. Once a blister has drained, the AAD advises washing the area with soap and water and applying petroleum jelly. It’s important to leave the “roof” of the blister intact even after the blister has drained, as doing so protects the raw skin underneath it as the area heals.

Some wild plants are edible I enjoy nibbling on some wild plants as I hike about in the brush and also preparing some as part of a home cooked meal. There are numerous possible examples. I’d like, however, to tell you about just a few favorites. They are yucca, ebony, strawberry cactus, and Texas persimmon. The yuccas are early spring bloomers. I assume you recognize their large, spindle shaped clusters of ivory colored ﬂowers. What you may not know is that they’re good to eat. Just pluck some freshly opened blossoms and

munch on them. They’re crunchy and mildly flavored. If you wish, you may first pinch out the pistil and stamens. You can enjoy adding them to salads. Also, sauté them or include them as an ingredient in a casserole. The Ebony trees are producing seedpods now and, after they ripen, turn deep brown and dry, you can prepare a snack. Crack open a seedpod and inside you’ll find a row of deep brown seeds. Heat a frying pan, toss in the seeds, cover the pan and shake it gently. Very soon the seeds will begin to pop. It sounds like popcorn only they don’t puff up; the brown seedcoat cracks. Once the “popping” is complete, cool them. Now, with

your finger-nails you can pick off the seed-coat and inside you’ll find a light colored seed. They have a distinct flavor and can be eaten like peanuts. Don’t throw the cracked seed-coats away. They can be crushed a bit, added to hot water, steeped, and will produce a very interesting coffee! You’ll want to strain it before drinking. The strawberry cacti, also called pitaya, will have spectacular bloom this spring and produce seedpods, called tunas, that are green and covered with spines. Keep-watch on them and later, when they’ve matured and turned a sort of maroon color, you can pluck them. At that stage the spines can be easily brushed off with a twig.

Do so and then with your fingers remove the seedpod’s skin. Inside you’ll find a gray pulp with some dark seeds. It’s delicious; tastes like strawberries! Texas persimmon, or chapote, is a small native tree which I like because of its delightful branching pattern and because of its exfoliating smooth gray bark. It’s a great landscaping plant for your yard. But, today we focus on its edible seedpods. I should note that there are separate male and female trees so that you need two trees to get fruit. The flowers are inconspicuous but on female trees they’ll produce deep purplish colored seedpods which are about WILD PLANTS, page 10

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RIO GRANDE CITY CISD CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAM PROCLAIMS MARCH AS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Each year, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) across the Nation, join in bringing Nutrition awareness to their communities. In an effort to bring Nutrition awareness, Rio Grande City CISD in conjunction with the City of Rio Grande City and County of Starr, proclaimed March as National Nutrition Month® inviting all students and community members to join in making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits that will positively impact their future. This year’s theme is “Personalize Your Plate”, and RGCCISD Child Nutrition Program makes sure every plate counts! Students’ daily lunches include all ﬁve food groups: fruits, vegetables, proteins, whole grains and dairy. By eating foods from all food groups, students’ growth and development is on the right track. When it comes to feeding school children, RGCCISD Child Nutrition Program takes the lead. Thank a “Lunch Staff” today because despite the pandemic, cafeteria staff continues to work diligently

to provide meals to all of the district’s students – whether they are learning from home, or at school. This noble commitment to students caught the eye of nonproﬁt organization “Children at Risk”, leading the program to rank Top 5 in Texas for feeding low-income students. RGCCISD also celebrated National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Day on Wednesday, March 10. The district has a team of indispensable RDNs with 78 years of combined Nutrition expertise and skills which help create a healthy food climate that engages students not only in eating healthfully, but also in developing healthy behaviors. Recipe development, nutrition education and wellness coordination are just a few of the responsibilities RDNs may oversee in schools. RDNs are the Nationally Recognized Food & Nutrition Experts who translate the science of Nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living, and continuously advocate for advancing the nutritional status of Americans. It is evident that RGCCISD Child Nutrition Program’s priority is student health and well-being.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MARCH 31, 2021, PAGE 10 “Egg hunts are proof that your children can ﬁnd things when they really want to.” ~Unknown

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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 JJ Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within forty ﬁve (45) days after date of this notice and make payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from the placing of vehicles in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Contact Juan J. Lopez at 956-487-5929, 6392 E. Hwy 83, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 for information concerning vehicles.

2002 FORD EXPLORER -- WHITE LIC. PLATE: A12TLF1 TAMAULIPAS, MEXICO VIN: 1FMZU63EX2ZB25121

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3/4 inch in diameter. You can pick them off the tree and eat them like cherries. You’ll need to spit out the four seeds. The ﬂavor is excellent and you’ll have to get to them before the birds do. Use a food mill or other kitchen device, to remove the seeds from some pods you’ve collected, and you can also bake a variety of cakes in which you’d normally use other fruits. Our diverse wild things offer us more than just something to look at. They can nourish both our body and our soul.

Phishing scam asking recipients to validate information appears to target TDLR licensees: Agency advises that emails be deleted without clicking on the link

An unknown number of people appear to have been targeted with an email that asks them to validate their proﬁle information with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. TDLR did not send the email, and the agency urges anyone who received it to delete the email without clicking on the link or conﬁrming or providing any personal information. A TDLR licensee alerted the agency to the scam email, and the TDLR Information Security team is investigating. The email appears to come from TDLR but has a return email address that does not belong to the agency. Recipients are falsely told that TDLR is requiring all licensees to validate their information on the website as of April 2021, or

they may “experience issues with their license.” TDLR sent no such email. Recipients who click on the link are taken to a page that appears to belong to TDLR and are asked to supply information including their date of birth, Social Security number and driver license number. If someone clicked on the link in the email and provided the information requested, they should follow the steps suggested by the Federal Trade Commission. TDLR reminds everyone to protect their personal information while they’re online: •Never disclose your password to anyone, even a customer service representative from TDLR. •If you are providing personal information to a state agency – or

any company – make sure the site is encrypted before providing any personal information. Look for a key or lock on your screen. But do not assume this is safe, be sure you are connected to Texas.gov •Use unique passwords when setting up an account. Don’t re-use passwords and avoid using your date of birth, Social Security number, or simple words as a password. Use a password manager to assist in creating and tracking secure passwords. •Avoid sending personal information via email unless the security method used is speciﬁcally outlined and the data is encrypted. •Use a secure browser. Visit TDLR’s website for more information and resources.

Gulf Towing and Recovery, LLC 776 E. GRANT ST. ROMA, TX 78584 (956) 849-3420 or (956) 849-3177 In reference to the following vehicles: 1. A 2009 Freightliner Columbia-Series, White in color, Vin# 1FUJA6CK39DAK4263 was accepted for storage in our facility on MARCH 23, 2021. The vehicle was towed from HWY 83 AT RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582 . Texas Department of Public Safety authorized the tow.

You will need to come by 1824 E. Grant Street Ste. B in Roma, TX regarding the release of the vehicle. The Daily Storage rate is $35.00. Total charges cannot be computed until the vehicle is claimed. The storage fee will accrue daily until the vehicle is released. Once the vehicle has been here for 10 days it will be DECLARED ABANDONED. Within 7 days after the vehicle has been deemed abandoned, this notice will be sent to the local law enforcement. The local law enforcement will send you a notice and if you do not reclaim the vehicle within 20 days of their notice, you waive all rights, title and interest in the vehicle and you consent to the sale of the vehicle at a public auction. If you do not intend to reclaim the vehicle, please Sign and forward the title to this facility. VEHICLE RELEASE are seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Vehicle Storage Facility, Lic. Number 0650950VSF. Complaints may be directed to: Texas Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Division 125 East 11th Street Austin, TX 78701 1-800-229-1700 Under Texas Civil Statutes Article 6701g you have the right to challenge the legality of the tow involved. Gulf Towing and Recovery, LLC Manager

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DIESEL MECHANIC & CDL DRIVER Grande Garbage Collection Co. is currently seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic and CDL Driver For an application: Call 956-487-4234 to collect and deliver at 505 E. Main Street, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 or e-mail at grandegarbageco@yahoo.com.

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OTHER AVAILABLE OFFERS YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR: Select Market Competitive Cash 3 -$ 1,000 AVAILABLE SPECIALS: 0% APR + $1,200 Cash Allowance Available For Very Well Qualified Buyers When Financed w/GM Financial 4 1 Not available with special finance, lease or some other offers. 2 Not available with special financing, lease and some other offers. 3 Must show proof of current lease or ownership of a 2007 model year or newer

non-GM vehicle at least 30 days prior to the new vehicle sale. Not available with special financing, lease and some other offers. Residency restrictions apply. 4** 0% APR for 84 months PLUS Cash Allowance for very well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $11.90 for every $1,000 you finance. Average example down payment is 6.0%. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with leases and some other offers. 5** 0% APR for 72 months PLUS $2,150 Cash Allowance for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $13.89 for every $1,000 you finance. Average example down payment is 6.3%. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with leases and some other offers. All prices plus tax, title and license. Take new retail delivery by 03/31/2021.

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Historical Starr County

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Evarista “Varita” H. Madrigal

First Woman Owned Lumber Yard Business in Starr County The first successful woman in the lumber business in Starr County was Ms. Evarista Madrigal. She was born October 10, 1910 in General Trevino, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Varita as she was affectionally called by everyone, was the oldest daughter of Julio Madrigal Sr. and Victoriana Hinojosa. She attended primary and elementary schools in General Trevino and while still a young lady, her father took her to Monterrey, Mexico, by train to attend the Damas del Sagrado Corazon Academy to continue her education. After completing her studies in Monterrey, she attended St. Mary’s Academy in Austin, Texas. After completing her high school requirements from St. Mary’s, she started helping her father in the lumber yard business. In 1955, when her father passed away, she took over the administration and management of the business and from then on operated it as a family enterprise. The Madrigal Lumber Yard was the oldest continuous operating lumber company in the county. It had been struck twice by lighting but never caught fire. Most who knew her remember entering the the Madrigal Lumber Yard in Rio Grande City would find Varita behind the counter ready to serve and meet the needs of her customers kindly and cheerfully. She always managed to have competitive prices to the benefit of the community. When her customers would go to her lumber yard, they felt like they were going to their next-door neighbor for their needs. Varita was friendly, kind and considerate. She would usually

give credit to young couples who were just getting started in life. Today, Varita has been an inspiration to many businesswoman who now own and operate businesses in Starr County. Varita was active in local community organizations. She served as First Vice Regent of the Court of Our Lady of Mercy No. 168 of the Catholic Daughters of America, was a member of the Association of the “Vela Perpetua”, member of the Apostolic of the Sacred heart, member of the Rio Grande City Pan American Round Table, member of the Rio Grande City Chamber of Commerce, member of the Lumber Association of Texas, and a member the of the Starr County Historical Society. She was once also honored to serve as the Parade Marshal for the Starr County Christmas Festival. Today Varita’s building still stands and has been renovated by a local businesswoman. It is gratifying to know that Varita’s legacy lives on as her building still stands as a reminder of a business pioneer woman and that today the same building has been passed on to another businesswoman. Ms. Evarista “Varita” Hinojosa Madrigal a true pioneer, trendsetter in Starr County. (Portions of the write-up were obtained by an interview conducted by Esther P. Gonzalez on Ms. Varita Madrigal) Submitted by Colonel (Retired) Ross Barrera

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