MAY 10, 2023

According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, the exact causes of rosacea are a mystery. However, scientists can confirm that

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inflammation contributes to some of the key symptoms of rosacea, which is an inflammatory skin condition that causes reddened skin. Precisely why inflammation triggers rosacea symptoms in

some but not others is unknown, but the NIAMSD suggests it may in part be due to environmental stressors, such as ultraviolet light, and heightened skin sensitivity in people with rosacea.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College (STC) is accepting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) for the following project:

PROJECT NAME: Pecan Campus North Academic Humanities Building P Renovations for Administrative and Support Services Offices Project No. 22-23-1062

PRE-PROPOSAL May 18, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m.

CONFERENCE TIME STC Purchasing Department

& LOCATION: 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 142 McAllen, Texas 78501

PROPOSAL DEADLINE & May 25, 2023 @ 3:00 p.m.

SUBMITTAL LOCATION: STC Purchasing Department 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 145 McAllen, Texas

CSP documents will be available beginning on May 10, 2023. The documents may be obtained from RGV Reprographics located 519 South Broadway, McAllen, Texas (Phone: 956-686-1525) upon the deposit of a refundable check in the amount of $100.00 payable to South Texas College. The deposit check will be returned if project plans are returned, in good condition, within ten (10) days after the proposal deadline.

Proposals shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or acceptable bidder’s bond, payable to South Texas College, in an amount not less than five (5%) percent of the proposed project amount.

Proposals received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the CSP number and name of the project.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Vendors are encouraged to visit South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website at https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login to complete the Bonfire 2-part vendor registration for receiving solicitations.

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PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SUNDAY MAY 14TH – I.C.C.

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PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

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PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

MONDAY MAY 15TH – I.C.C.

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†ALBERTO BARRERA, SR. by Wife Celia & Children

†JOSE S. HINOJOSA (33RD AN.)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following:

Request for Proposals packages may be obtained at the Purchasing Department located at 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501 (Corner of Quince & 31st St) or by calling 956-872-4681. Responses received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Email or Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All responses must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the RFP number.

The successful respondent will not be determined on opening date.

Questions regarding this RFP or requests for additional information should be addressed to Becky Cavazos, Director of Purchasing 956-872-4681 beckyc@southtexascollege.edu, or Vanessa Campos, Technical Buyer of Purchasing, 956-872-4661 vsolis_3079@southtexascollege.edu. Responses to the RFP must be submitted to South Texas College, 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Vendors are encouraged to visit the South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website to complete the 2-part Bonfire vendor registration for receiving solicitations at: https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College (STC) is accepting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) for the following project:

PROJECT NAME: Mid Valley Campus South Academic Building H Repair & Renovations of Damaged Roof and Interior Areas Phase I Project No. 22-23-1063

PRE-PROPOSAL May 18, 2023 @ 11:00 a.m.

CONFERENCE TIME STC Purchasing Department & LOCATION: 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 142 McAllen, Texas 78501

PROPOSAL DEADLINE & May 25, 2023 @ 4:00 p.m.

SUBMITTAL LOCATION: STC Purchasing Department 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 145 McAllen, Texas

CSP documents will be available beginning on May 10, 2023. The documents may be obtained from RGV Reprographics located 519 South Broadway, McAllen, Texas (Phone: 956-686-1525) upon the deposit of a refundable check in the amount of $100.00 payable to South Texas College. The deposit check will be returned if project plans are returned, in good condition, within ten (10) days after the proposal deadline.

Proposals shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or acceptable bidder’s bond, payable to South Texas College, in an amount not less than five (5%) percent of the proposed project amount.

Proposals received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the CSP number and name of the project.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Vendors are encouraged to visit South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website at https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login to complete the Bonfire 2-part vendor registration for receiving solicitations.

GARCIA by Letty & Valerie

RAMIREZ by Letty & Valerie

GARCIA by Letty & Valerie

Rebecca Imelda G. Canales from Rio Grande City, was 76 when she passed away peacefully on May 3, 2023

at her home. Becky was born on December 29, 1946 to Mr. Hernan R. Garza and Mrs. Hermenegilda “Hila”

December 29, 1946 † May 3, 2023

Lopez Garza. Her parents were prominent pioneers and successful business owners in Rio Grande City, Texas. She attended local Starr County schools.

Becky grew up working alongside her parents at their theater (Teatro Mexico) that hosted live performances by Pedro Infante, Pedro Armendariz and many famous Mexican actors and singers of the 1940’s and 1950’s. Aside from the Teatro Mexico, the family owned and operated H&H Drive In, which kept them entirely busy.

On April 14, 1968, she married Lino Canales Jr. from Rio Grande City, Texas. They met when he was managing Starr Grocery for Pedro “Pete” and Ramona Diaz.

Becky, alongside with her husband, later opened their own chain of grocery stores called El Chaparral Supermarkets Inc., locally and throughout the Rio Grande Valley and South Texas.

In 1986, Becky and Lino started the Starr

County Town Crier, which Becky managed with the support and assistance of their four children. Throughout their years of service to the community, Becky was an active member of Immaculate Conception Church, a member of Texas Delta Theta Master of Beta Sigma Phi, where she earned the highest degree of that organization, the Torch Bearer degree.

Becky was a skilled businesswoman, an entrepreneur, a loving mother, grandmother and great-

grandmother. Her childhood as well as her last weeks were spent listening to her favorite music by Pedro Infante and Javier Solis. Her legacy will live on in the family that she raised and loved with all her heart.

Becky was preceded in death by her siblings: Hernan Ernesto Garza, Celia Garza Villarreal, Concepcíon (Concha) Garza Gavilan, Hernan Regino Garza, Jr., Hortencia (Tencha) Garza Peña, and Alicia Garza Rosa.

Becky is also survived by her loving husband Lino Canales, Jr. children, Lino Canales III (Belinda), Maricela Garcia, Jorge Eduardo Canales (Rachel) and Javier Hernan Canales (Idani), her grandchildren Adrian Gabriel Garcia Jr. (Nora), Javier Hernan Canales Jr., Yahida Diaz, Fabian Lino Canales, Viviana Anahi Canales, Clarissa Canales and great-grandchildren, Abrielle, Adrian Alexander, Daniel and Natalie.

Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of Rebecca Imelda “Becky” G. Canales

December 29, 1946 † May 3, 2023

God’s Garden

God looked around his garden and found an empty place, He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He

The family is most grateful to her wonderful caregivers, Ruth & Maria, for their great help in making Becky’s last years comfortable and happy.

Gone yet not forgotten. Although we are apart, Your spirit lives within us Forever in our hearts.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Sanchez Funeral Home of Rio Grande City, Tx.

knew that you would never get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough and the hills were hard to climb. So He closed your weary eyelids and whispered, ‘Peace be thine.’ It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn’t go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.

We would like to thank all our friends, relatives, and caregivers for your sincerity and love during our time of sorrow. Your signs of love showed through your beautiful flowers, food, cards, and most important of all, your prayers. We sincerely appreciate everyone’s presence at the funeral home, rosary, and funeral services.

Loving you Always your husband Lino Canales, Jr.

children, Lino Canales III (Belinda), Maricela Garcia, Jorge Eduardo Canales (Rachel) and Javier Hernan Canales (Idani), her grandchildren Adrian Gabriel Garcia Jr. (Nora), Javier Hernan Canales Jr., Yahida Diaz, Fabian Lino Canales, Viviana Anahi Canales, Clarissa Canales and great-grandchildren, Abrielle, Adrian Alexander, Daniel and Natalie.

Serina Ramirez Advances to State for the 3rd Consecutive Year in Track and Field

She also broke the Rio Grande City High School female Records in both Shot put and Discus when she was just a Freshman and has since broken her own record 2 more times in 2022 and now 2023. She holds those records at Shot Put - 46’2 And Discus155’4.

A big thanks to her Coaches, Victor Gonzalez, Luis Gonzales and Head coach Omar Trevino and all coaches for all the support and guidance, including Dillion McGuffin who has helped her since middle school.

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Roma High School

Class of 2023 Senior Alec Vazquez-Kanhere gave an excellent presentation on the character trait

“loyalty” at the Roma ISD School Board Meeting on April 12, 2023. Great job

Alec!

On Friday April 28, 2023 the Region 4 5A/6A Championships were held in Heroes Stadium, San Antonio, TX.

R.G.C.H.S Senior Serina

Ramirez became the 2022-2023 Regional Champion in Shot Put! Serina advances to State for the 3rd consecutive year in Track and Field!

Serina made history last year 2022 at Rio Grande City High School, being the FIRST EVER FEMALE track and field to bring home a State medal.

GOOD LUCK SERINA at the 2023 U.I.L. State Track and Field Meet being held at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin, TX May 11-13, 2023.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College (STC) is accepting Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) for the following project:

PROJECT NAME: Pecan Campus Ann Richards Administration Building A Additional Parking Lot and Technology Campus Truck Driving Range Expansion Project No. 22-23-1061

PRE-PROPOSAL May 18, 2023 @ 9:00 a.m.

CONFERENCE TIME STC Purchasing Department

& LOCATION: 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 142 McAllen, Texas 78501

PROPOSAL DEADLINE & May 25, 2023 @ 2:00 p.m.

SUBMITTAL LOCATION: STC Purchasing Department 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg. N Ste 145 McAllen, Texas

CSP documents will be available beginning on May 10, 2023. The documents may be obtained from RGV Reprographics located 519 South Broadway, McAllen, Texas (Phone: 956-686-1525) upon the deposit of a refundable check in the amount of $100.00 payable to South Texas College. The deposit check will be returned if project plans are returned, in good condition, within ten (10) days after the proposal deadline.

Proposals shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or acceptable bidder’s bond, payable to South Texas College, in an amount not less than five (5%) percent of the proposed project amount.

Proposals received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the CSP number and name of the project.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Vendors are encouraged to visit South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website at https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login to complete the Bonfire 2-part vendor registration for receiving solicitations.

Roma

Valedictorian Alec VazquezKanhere Gives Character Trait Presentation

Sheriff Rene Fuentes

NOTICE OF TAX RESALE

Pursuant to a resolution by Commissioners Court, Starr County, as authorized by Section 34.05(c), Property Tax Code, has requested a public re-sale by my office of certain properties previously foreclosed and bid off to the taxing units in the suits described below. Therefore, I will on June 06, 2023, at the South Side Doors of the Courthouse, of the said County, located at 401 N. Britton, Rio Grande City, Texas, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. on said day, beginning at 10:30 A.M., proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder, and in the manner provided by Section 34.05(d), Property Tax Code, all of the right, title and interest of the taxing units, acquired through each of the suits listed below, in and to the following described real estate being situated in Starr County, Texas, to wit:

CAUSE NO. TS-15-155; ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA , SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs. BEATRIZ G. RAMOS (DECEASED); FORECLOSED: MARCH 02, 2021; ACCT. NO. 142200040000100000100; LOT 1, BLOCK 4, RAU-CON ADDITION #2, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROMA, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 503, PAGE 112, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS; SAVE & EXCEPT HOWEVER, THAT CERTAIN WEST 1/2 OF SAID LOT 1 AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 504, PAGE 537, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. TS-17-115; RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs. EDNA GONZALEZ; FORECLOSED JULY 03, 2018; ACCT. NO. 071100000000081000000; TRACT 1: LOT 81, ALTO BONITO SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2, PAGE 258-A, MAP RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. TS-17-115; RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs. EDNA GONZALEZ; FORECLOSED JULY 03, 2018; ACCT. NO. 071100000000082000000; TRACT 2: LOT 82, ALTO BONITO SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION IN STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 2, PAGE 258-A, MAP RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. TS-18-5; RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs MARIA AVELINA GARZA-GUZMAN A/K/A MARIA AVELINA GUZMAN; FORECLOSED JUNE 04, 2019; ACCT. NO. 130000030000600000000; LOT 6, BLOCK 3, NORTHWEST INDUSTRIAL PARK SUBDIVISION I, A SUBDIVISION IN STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 1418, PAGE 467, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Notes:

All sales are without warranty, expressed or implied. Specifically, there is no warranty as to title or physical condition (including the condition or existence of any improvements). The sales are subject to any rights of redemption as provided by law.

All volume and page references in the legal description refer to the records of the County Clerk of Starr County. All prospective bidders should make their own investigation of the title held by the taxing entities and the value of the property. Prospective bidders are encouraged to consult their attorney. Prospective bidders should not rely on the “Adjudged Value” as representing the actual value of the property or any information regarding the property contained in the records of the Starr County Appraisal District. Payment must be made by cashiers check or money orders. All sales are final.

All Sales subject to cancellation without prior notice.

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

THE PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER THE COUNTY NOR THE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WARRANTS OR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE PROPERTY’S TITLE, CONDITION, HABITABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BUYERS ASSUME ALL RISKS.

IN SOME SITUATIONS, A LOT OF FIVE ACRES OR LESS IS PRESUMED TO BE INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. HOWEVER, IF THE PROPERTY LACKS WATER OR WASTEWATER SERVICE, THE PROPERTY MAY NOT QUALIFY FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. A POTENTIAL BUYER WHO WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION SHOULD MAKE ADDITIONAL INQUIRIES OR CONSULT WITH PRIVATE COUNSEL.

CAUSE NO. TS-18-5; RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs MARIA AVELINA GARZA-GUZMAN A/K/A MARIA AVELINA GUZMAN; FORECLOSED JUNE 04, 2019; ACCT. NO. 130000030000500000000; LOT 5, BLOCK 3, NORTHWEST INDUSTRIAL PARK SUBDIVISION I, A SUBDIVISION IN STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 1418, PAGE 467, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. TS-19-5; RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs JOSUE PREZA; FORECLOSED DECEMBER 03, 2019; ACCT. NO. 141280000001100000000; LOT 11, RANCHO ALTO VISTA, PHASE 1, AN ADDITION TO STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 1100, PAGE 724, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. TS-19-94; ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY vs FERMIN HINOJOSA A/K/A FERMIN VIDAL HINOJOSA, JR., ET AL; FORECLOSED DECEMBER 07, 2021; ACCT. NO. 002830610019700000000; 150.00 FEET BY 100.00 FEET, CONTAINING 0.344 ACRE, MORE OR LESS, SITUATED IN PORCION 61, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 874, PAGE 503, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

CAUSE NO. 8226; ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT VS ISIDORA FLORES, ET., EX., MARGARITA GARZA FLORES, ET., AL.; FORECLOSED NOVEMBER 05, 1991; ACCT. NO. 690000550000000000000; LOT 6, RAUCON SUBDIVISION, OUT OF PORCION 75M, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS DESCRIBED IN VOLUME 323, PAGE 8, STARR COUNTY DEED RECORDS.

POR LOS DERECHOS, TÍTULOS E INTERESES, SI FUESE EL CASO, DE LA PROPIEDAD INMUEBLE QUE SE OFRECE. LA PROPIEDAD SE VENDE TAL CUAL, DONDE SE ENCUENTRE Y SIN NINGUNA GARANTÍA EXPRESA O IMPLÍCITA. NI EL CONDADO NI EL DEPARTAMENTO DEL ALGUACIL GARANTIZAN O REALIZAN ALGUNA DECLARACIÓN RESPECTO AL TÍTULO, CONDICIÓN, HABITABILIDAD, COMERCIABILIDAD O APTITUD PARA UN PROPÓSITO PARTICULAR. LOS COMPRADORES SE RESPONSABILIZAN POR TODOS LOS RIESGOS.

EN ALGUNAS SITUACIONES, UN LOTE DE CINCO ACRES O MENOS SE PRESUME QUE SE DESTINA PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SIN EMBARGO, SI LA PROPIEDAD CARECE DE SERVICIOS DE AGUA POTABLE O ALCANTARILLADO, LA PROPIEDAD PUEDE NO CALIFICAR PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SI UN COMPRADOR POTENCIAL DESEA MÁS INFORMACIÓN DEBE PREGUNTAR O CONSULTAR A UN ASESOR PRIVADO. RECENT CHANGES IN THE PROPERTY TAX CODE NOW REQUIRE PURCHASERS OF TAX SALE PROPERTY TO HAVE A STATEMENT FROM THE STARR COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR CERTIFYING THAT THE PERSON/FIRM/COMPANY PURCHASING PROPERTY AT A TAX SALE OWES NO DELINQUENT PROPERTY TAXES TO ANY TAXING ENTITY WITHIN THE COUNTY. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TAX SALE DEED TO ANY PROPERTY YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT THIS CERTIFICATE.

TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR STARR COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE.

LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP

ATTORNEYS AT LAW

1512 S. LONE STAR WAY EDINBURG, TEXAS 78539 (956) 289-7931 www.lgbs.com

Health issues that can affect young women

Health is important throughout an individual’s life, but chronic health issues are rarely a cause for concern among young people. Though age is a risk factor for many health conditions, anyone, including young women, can develop conditions that affect their long-term health.

Health issues that were once predominantly associated with aging individuals are now occurring more frequently in young populations, a link researchers with the Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease at The John Hopkins University suggest is a by product of increasingly sedentary lifestyles. Such lifestyles have contributed to an obesity epidemic, and that could be leading to a greater risk of various health problems in young people, including young women.

Though those conditions can be serious, the CCPHD notes they’re largely preventable. Prevention begins with recognition of issues that are increasingly affecting young women.

High blood pressure

Johns Hopkins reports that high blood pressure affects 7 percent of women between the ages of 20 and 34. According to Cedars Sinai, a recent study from researchers at the Smidt Heart Institute found that women’s blood vessels age faster than men’s. Authors concluded that, given that difference, a 30-year-

old woman with hypertension (high blood pressure) is probably more likely to develop cardiovascular problems than a male counterpart of the same age. Young women can speak with their physicians about ways to maintain a healthy blood pressure, which Johns Hopkins notes can reduce risk of stroke by nearly 50 percent.

Colon and rectal cancer

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine recently discovered an increase in colon and rectal cancer among millennials. The reasons behind that increase are not yet known, but the risk is not insignificant. In fact, a 2018 report from the American Cancer Society published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that individuals born in 1990 had twice the risk of colon cancer and quadruple the risk of rectal cancer compared to people born around 1950. Johns Hopkins urges young women to speak with their physicians if they see blood in their stool or if they notice changes in their bowel habits.

Stroke

Johns Hopkins notes that risk factors for stroke, a condition that most often affects people 65 and older, have doubled in millennial women in recent years. Those risk factors include high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes. A retrospective review published in the journal Stroke in 2022 found

that women ages 35 and younger have a higher incident rate of experiencing stroke compared to men of similar ages. Johns Hopkins notes that risk of stroke is also higher for women than men if women are pregnant or take birth control pills. Women can speak with their physicians regarding their risk for stroke and what they can do to address factors such as obesity and high blood pressure that can increase that risk.

Health issues long associated with aging individuals are now affecting young women with greater frequency. Recognition of these issues and efforts to prevent them can help young women live long, healthy lives.

Did you know?

Agricultural technology, often referred to as “AgTech,” is playing an increasingly bigger role on modern farms, and that role is evident when examining AgTech startups’ growing access to venture capital.

Data from PitchBook and the National Venture Capital Association’s PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor, a quarterly report on venture capital activity in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, indicates that AgTech startups

received $6.1 billion in VC investments in 2020. That reflects a nearly 60 percent increase in investment over 2019.

Weaknesses in the agricultural and food supply chain revealed during the pandemic undoubtedly drove some of that investment.

Widespread recognition of a need for improvements within the agricultural sector so it can meet the demands of a global population that the United Nations estimates will increase by two

contributed

rise in VC investment in AgTech startups.

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOVENA

“Miraculous Prayer”

Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for favors. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favor). Take it, Dear Jesus, and place it within your own heart, where your Father sees it. Then, in your merciful eyes it will become your favor, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favor will be granted.

Never known to fail. R. G. C.

Public Service Announcement: Fair Housing, It’s the Law

To promote fair housing practices, The City of Roma encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the Texas Workforce Commission at (888) 452-4778 or (512) 463-2642 TTY: 512-371-7473.

Policy of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability

The City of Roma does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities. The City Manager has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8).

Citizen Participation & Grievance Procedures Notice

The City of Roma has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG). Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at 201 W. Convent Blvd. Roma, TX, 78584-0947 during regular business hours. Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling the City Manager, Civil Rights Officer at . These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if s/he wishes to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG activities. A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the TxCDBG project, may during regular business hours submit such complaint or grievance, in writing to the City Manager, at PO BOX 947, Roma, TX 78584-0947 or may call . The City of Roma will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Roma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Aviso Publico: La Equidad en la Vivienda, Es La Ley

Para promover prácticas de vivienda justa, La Ciudad de Roma anima a los posibles propietarios de vivienda e inquilinos a que conozcan sus derechos conforme a la Ley Nacional De Vivienda Justa. El Título VIII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1968, según enmendada, prohíbe la discriminación contra cualquier persona por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, discapacidad, estado familiar u origen nacional en la venta o renta de unidades en el mercado de la vivienda. Para obtener más información sobre vivienda justa o para informar sobre una posible discriminación de vivienda equitativa, llame a la Comisión Laboral de Texas al (888) 452-4778 o (512) 463-2642 TTY: 512-371-7473.

Póliza de No Discriminar a Base de Estado de Discapacidad

COMBINED RFP/RFQ FOR PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICES AND REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATION OR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR TEXAS DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (TDEM) PROGRAMS

The City of La Grulla is soliciting proposals from for-profit and/or non-profit entities for the professional administration and architectural/engineering services developing hazard mitigation grant applications and grant administration services of such projects. Historically Under-utilized Businesses (HUB), small and minority businesses, women’s business enterprises, (M/WBE) and labor surplus area firms are encouraged to participate. The City reserves the right to negotiate with any and all persons or firms submitting proposals, per the Texas Professional Services Procurement Act and the Uniform Grant and Contract Management Standards.

RFP/RFQs must be received in the City Hall no later than Friday, May 26, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. and must be addressed and sent to the City Hall, 194 FM 2360, La Grulla, Texas 78548. A pre-bid conference will be conducted on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the La Grulla City Hall. RFP/RFQs will be opened on May 26, 2023 at the same location at 11:01 a.m. and scored prior to the selection and awarding of contracts at the next City Council meeting. Interested Offerors may request a copy of the RFP/RFQ packet by calling City Hall at 956-343-3361 or e-mailing your request to b.salinas@cityofgrulla.com

The City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

La Ciudad de Roma no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en la admisión, el acceso o el empleo en sus programas o actividades con asistencia federal. Administrador de la Ciudad ha sido designado para coordinar el cumplimiento de los requisitos de no discriminación contenidos en los reglamentos del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD) que implementan la Sección 504 (24 CFR Parte 8).

Participación Ciudadana y Procedimientos de Quejas Aviso

La Ciudad de Roma ha adoptado procedimientos de quejas y reclamos relacionados con sus programas de Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG). Los ciudadanos pueden obtener una copia de estos procedimientos escritos en 201 W. Convent Blvd., Roma, TX, 78584-0947 durante el horario comercial habitual. Los ciudadanos también pueden solicitar que se les envían los procedimientos por correo llamando al Administrador de la ciudad, Oficial de Derechos Civiles, en . Estos procedimientos describen los pasos que debe seguir un ciudadano si desea presentar una queja o reclamo sobre las actividades de TxCDBG. Una persona que tenga una queja o reclamo sobre cualquier servicio o actividad relacionada con un proyecto del programa TxCDBG, puede presentar dicha queja o reclamo durante el horario comercial habitual, o por escrito a Administrador de la ciudad, a PO BOX 947, Roma, TX 78584-0947 o puede llamar a . La Ciudad de Roma hará todo lo posible para responder con plenitud a las quejas dentro de los quince (15) días hábiles cuando sea posible.

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo

La Ciudad de Roma no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género u origen nacional.

NOTICE OF SALE

and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Starr County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on May 5, 2023, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in June, 2023, the same being the 6th day of said month, at the South Side Doors of the Courthouse, of the said County, located at 401 N. Britton, Rio Grande City, Texas, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:30 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Starr and the State of Texas, to-wit:

TS-14-07, Account No(s). 0036965(059000000700100000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, STARR COUNTY, CITY OF ROMA AND SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE VS. NOE VILLARREAL

A/K/A NOE NUMAEL VILLARREAL, ET AL

Lots 1 and 2, Block “G”, Catalina Heights Addition, an addition to the City of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1, Page 86, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $162,010.00

TS-14-07, Account No(s). 0036969(059000000700300000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, STARR COUNTY, CITY OF ROMA AND SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE VS. NOE VILLARREAL

A/K/A NOE NUMAEL VILLARREAL, ET AL

Lot 3, Block “G”, Catalina Heights, an addition to the City of Roma, Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1, Page 86, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $15,000.00

TS-17-135, Account No(s). 0035130(008430600050000011900)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. ROSALVA P. CANTU, A/K/A ROSALVA PRUNEDA CANTU

0.523 acre, more or less, out of Porcion 60, Starr County, Texas, as described, as Tract 3, in deed dated September 3, 1997, from Israel Pruneda etux to Rosalva P. Cantu, in Volume 788, Page 363, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $41,490.00

TS-18-41, Account No(s). 0007006(159000110000900000000)

RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. ALBERTO GARCIA, ET AL

Lot 9, Block 11, San Rafael Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 340, Page 59, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $15,480.00

TS-19-283, Account No(s). 0034985(169000000003400000000)

RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. JUAN ANGEL BARRERA, ET AL

0.1736 acre, more or less, out of Share 5-A, Porcion 84, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated January 20, 1984, from Napoleon Miranda etux to Juan Angel Barrera etux, in Volume 484, Page 396, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $7,190.00

TS-20-85, Account No(s). 0034024(156090000301800000000)

RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. THE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ALICIA O. RODRIGUEZ, (DECEASED) AND ANY OTHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN PERSON HAVING A CLAIM AND/OR INTEREST TO THE PROPERTY, ET AL

42.10 feet by 122.00 feet, containing 0.118 acre, more or less, being Lot 18, Block “C”, Sanchez Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1, Page 88, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $33,030.00

TS-20-85, Account No(s). 0034026(156090000301900000000)

RIO GRANDE CITY CONSOLIDATED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

DISTRICT, CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. THE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ALICIA O. RODRIGUEZ, (DECEASED) AND ANY OTHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN PERSON HAVING A CLAIM AND/OR INTEREST TO THE PROPERTY, ET AL

Lot 19, Block “C”, Sanchez Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 235, Page 453, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas.

with an adjudged value of $33,430.00

TS-20-119, Account No(s). 0074963(00166-07300-03200-003911 and 001660730003200003911)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. HECTOR JAIME

MARTINEZ, JR., ET AL

0.25 acre, more or less, being Lot 44, Porcion 73, Abstract 166, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated February 9, 1999, from Humberto Saenz Jr. etux to Hector J. Martinez etux, in Volume 826, Page 650, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $12,500.00

TS-20-119, Account No(s). 0074964(00166-07300-03200-003912 and 001660730003200003912)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. HECTOR JAIME MARTINEZ, JR., ET AL

0.19 acre, more or less, being Lot 45, Porcion 73, Abstract 166, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated February 9, 1999, from Humberto Saenz Jr. etux to Hector J. Martinez etux, in Volume 826, Page 650, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $9,770.00

TS-20-183, Account No(s). 0055727(102500000002700000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. BRENDA RAMIREZ

Lot 27, Hilltop Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 251-B, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $9,000.00

TS-20-183, Account No(s). 0055728(102500000002800000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. BRENDA RAMIREZ

Lot 28, Hilltop Subdivision, a subdivision in Starr County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof, recorded in Volume 2, Page 251-B, Map Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $79,180.00

TS-20-187, Account No(s). 0072271(000950750026315000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ESCOBARES, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. LAURA MARISOL GARCIA HINOJOSA, A/K/A LAURA MARISOL HINOJOSA GARCIA TRUSTEE OF MINORS MANUEL GUTIERREZ GARCIA, ET AL

0.1379 acre, more or less, out of portion of Tract No. 119 of Porcion No. 75, Ancient Jurisdiction of Mier, Mexico, now Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated July 13, 2015, from Maria Graciela Garcia, Trustee etal to Laura Marisol Garcia Hinojosa, Trustee for Manuel Gutierrez Garcia, Mauricio Gutierrez Garcia, and Marianelly Gutierrez Garcia, minor children, in Volume 1477, Page 240, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $56,350.00

TS-20-221, Account No(s). 0019192(150000480000100000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, CITY OF ROMA, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. THE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS OF, FRANCISCO ORNELAS (DECEASED) AND ANY OTHER KNOWN OR UNKNOWN PESON HAVING A CLAIM AND/OR INTEREST TO THE PROPERTY

Lot 1, Block 48, City of Roma, Starr County, Texas, as described in Volume 156, Page 415, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $43,000.00

TS-21-50, Account No(s). 0036663(000950750028300000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. EZEQUIEL GARCIA REYES A/K/A ESEQUIEL GARCIA REYES (DECEASED), ET AL

0.1645 acre, more or less, situated in Porcion 75, Abstract 95, Star County, Texas, as described in deed dated May 26, 1982, from Felix T. Martinez to Ezequiel Garcia Reyes etux, in Volume 473, Page 570, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $20,970.00

TS-21-50, Account No(s). 0036666(000950750028400000000)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. EZEQUIEL GARCIA REYES

A/K/A ESEQUIEL GARCIA REYES (DECEASED), ET AL

0.1675 acre, more or less, situated in Porcion 75, Abstract 95, Star County, Texas, as described in deed dated May 26, 1982, from Felix T. Martinez to Ezequiel Garcia Reyes etux, in Volume 473, Page 567, Deed Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $8,250.00

TS-21-53, Account No(s). 0062405(001650740000900031310)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. FERNANDO RAMIREZ REYES

0.11 acre, more or less, situated in Porcion 74, Abstract 165, Starr County Texas, as described in deed dated Septenmber 23, 1991 from Christian Hinojosa to Fernando Ramirez Reyes, in Volume 640, Page 775, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $12,890.00

TS-21-53, Account No(s). 0060449(001650740000900001651)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE AND STARR COUNTY VS. FERNANDO RAMIREZ REYES

0.139 acre, more or less, situated in Tract 51, Porcion 74, Abstract 165, Starr County, Texas, as described in deed dated September 23, 1991 from Christian Hinojosa to Fernando Ramirez Reyes, in Volume 640, Page 775, Official Records of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $6,950.00

TS-00-39, Account No(s). 0062405(001650740000900031310)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, STARR-ZAPATA COUNTY EDUCATION DISTRICT NO. 27 AND STARR COUNTY VS. FERNANDO RAMIREZ REYES

0.11 acre, more or less, situated in Porcion 74, Ancient Jurisdiction Of Mier, Starr County, Texas, As Described In “First Tract” In Deed Dated September 23, 1991 From Christian Hinojosa To Fernandez Ramirez Reyes, Recorded In Volume 640, Page 775, Official Records Of Starr County, Texas.

TS-00-39, Account No(s). 0060449(001650740000900001651)

ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, STARR-ZAPATA COUNTY EDUCATION DISTRICT NO. 27 AND STARR COUNTY VS. FERNANDO RAMIREZ REYES

0.139 Acre, More Or Less, Situated In Porcion No. 74, Ancient Jurisdiction Of Mier, Starr County, Texas, As Described In “Second Tract” In Deed Dated September 23, 1991 From Christian Hinojosa To Fernandez Ramirez Reyes, Recorded In Volume 640, Page 775, Official Records Of Starr County, Texas. with an adjudged value of $5,500.00

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

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

TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR STARR COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR AT LEAST THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO THE SALE. OFFICE 956.716.4800

Dated at Rio Grande City, Texas, May 5, 2023.

NOTES:

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

THE PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER THE COUNTY NOR THE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT WARRANTS OR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT THE PROPERTY’S TITLE, CONDITION, HABITABILITY, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BUYERS ASSUME ALL RISKS. IN SOME SITUATIONS, A LOT OF FIVE ACRES OR LESS IS PRESUMED TO BE INTENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. HOWEVER, IF THE PROPERTY LACKS WATER OR WASTEWATER SERVICE, THE PROPERTY MAY NOT QUALIFY FOR RESIDENTIAL USE. A POTENTIAL BUYER WHO WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION SHOULD MAKE ADDITIONAL INQUIRIES OR CONSULT WITH PRIVATE COUNSEL.

ESTA VENTA SE REALIZA CONFORME A LOS REQUISITOS ESTATUTARIOS O JUDICIALES. LOS POSTORES LICITARÁN POR LOS DERECHOS, TÍTULOS E INTERESES, SI FUESE EL CASO, DE LA PROPIEDAD INMUEBLE QUE SE OFRECE.

LA PROPIEDAD SE VENDE TAL CUAL, DONDE SE ENCUENTRE Y SIN NINGUNA GARANTÍA EXPRESA O IMPLÍCITA. NI EL CONDADO NI EL DEPARTAMENTO DEL ALGUACIL GARANTIZAN O REALIZAN ALGUNA DECLARACIÓN RESPECTO AL TÍTULO, CONDICIÓN, HABITABILIDAD, COMERCIABILIDAD O APTITUD PARA UN PROPÓSITO PARTICULAR. LOS COMPRADORES SE RESPONSABILIZAN POR TODOS LOS RIESGOS.

EN ALGUNAS SITUACIONES, UN LOTE DE CINCO ACRES O MENOS SE PRESUME QUE SE DESTINA PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SIN EMBARGO, SI LA PROPIEDAD CARECE DE SERVICIOS DE AGUA POTABLE O ALCANTARILLADO, LA PROPIEDAD PUEDE NO CALIFICAR PARA USO RESIDENCIAL. SI UN COMPRADOR POTENCIAL DESEA MÁS INFORMACIÓN DEBE PREGUNTAR O CONSULTAR A UN ASESOR PRIVADO.

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

LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP ATTORNEYS AT LAW

1512 S. LONE STAR WAY EDINBURG, TEXAS 78539

(956) 289-7917

www.lgbs.com

Historical Starr County

Army Veteran, Attorney, District Judge, State Legislator

1950 Raul graduated with a bachelors degree in business administration and subsequently received a law degree from the University of Texas in 1952.

in Edinburg.

Born on February 22, 1921, in La Grulla, Starr County, Texas, attended La Grulla public schools. He graduated from Rio Grande City High School in 1938. Soon after his high school graduation, Longoria worked with the federal employment program, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). When he completed his CCC work, Longoria attended New Mexico College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts (now New Mexico State University) and worked as a night watchman to fund his college education. He returned to the Rio Grande Valley and worked in another federal employment program, the National Youth Administration. Longoria enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942 and served in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. In

After completing law school, Longoria moved his family to the Rio Grande Valley and established his law practice in Edinburg. He became known in the area for his concern and advocacy for the civil and labor rights of Mexican Americans. He became assistant district attorney of Hidalgo County in 1955 and then city attorney of Pharr, after which he worked in the private practice of law in Pharr and Edinburg. His reputation as a skilled attorney and public servant helped him win a seat as a Democrat in the House of the Fiftyseventh Texas Legislature where he represented District 38-1 (Hidalgo County). His term began on January 10, 1961. He subsequently represented Hidalgo County in the Fifty-ninth through Sixtysecond legislatures.

Raul soon was elected to the state Senate. While in the Senate, he served on many committees, including the Administration, State Affairs, and Jurisprudence committees for multiple sessions. During his service, Longoria sponsored legislation on such important issues as labor, health, and education. His special concern for the education of Mexican American youth fueled his effort to promote higher education in the Rio Grande Valley and the advancement of Pan American University

Longoria resigned from the Senate in 1981 following his successful election in 1980 to preside as judge of the 139th Judicial District Court in Hidalgo County. He served as judge until 1994.

Longoria earned several honors. He was elected president pro tempore of the Senate during the Sixty-fifth legislature. He also served as Governor for a Day on December 9, 1978. That same year, Hidalgo County commissioners named a road after him, and the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo School District christened Raul L. Longoria Elementary School in his honor. Longoria and his wife Earlene were so interested in promoting higher education in the Rio Grande Valley that they established the Raul L. and Earlene Longoria Endowed Scholarship in 1994 at the University of Texas-Pan American (which later was merged to become part of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley).

Upon retirement, Longoria and his wife moved to Liberty, Texas. On May 7, 2001, Longoria died of congestive heart failure and pneumonia in Houston Methodist Hospital. He was buried in the Texas State Cemetery in Austin.

~Once a Rattler always a Rattler~ (Condensed From TSHA’s Handbook of Texas)

Submitted by Colonel (R ) Ross Barrera