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Abigail Flores And Larissa Martinez Received Top Honors At The Regional Track Meet GRULLA LADY GATORS, Abigail Flores and Larissa Martinez did a magnificent performance this past weekend at the 32-4A Regional Meet that took place in Kingsville, TX. Both of these athletes qualified to State, Abigail Flores winning Discus in our Region with a throw of 127’ 4” and Larissa Martinez placing 2nd in Triple Jump, with a jump of 36’ 4 ½”. Keep up with your skillful accomplishment and bring home the State Champion medal May 12-13, 2017. Good Luck!!! Head Coach Sabrina Duberney, Asisstant Coach Jesseca Carerra, (Shot & Discus Coach) and Asisstant Coach Alex Bazan (Field Event Coach).

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Congratulations to the Roma High School Folkloric Dance Group on their award-winning performances at the San Antonio National Folkloric and Contemporary Dance Competition! The students and their directors did an amazing job. Results include 1st Place in the Solo Division was Valeria Martinez dancing “El Caiman”; 2nd Place in the Solo Division was Melenie Gonzalez dancing “El Bejuquito”; 2nd Place in the Solo Contemporary Division was Maria Lorisa Guzman dancing “Feeling Good”; 1st Place in the Ensemble Division were Melenie Gonzalez, Valeria Martinez and Karla Romero dancing “Las Conchitas”; 2nd Place in the Ensemble Division were Karen Ramirez, Karen Romero, Maria Lorissa Guzman, Alberto Ramos, Oscar Romero and Raul Ramirez dancing “La Petenera”; 1st Place in the Small Group Division were Karen Ramirez, Karen Romero, Maria Lorissa Guzman, Melenie Gonzalez, Valeria Martinez, Karla Romero, Alberto Ramos, Oscar Romero and Raul Ramirez dancing “Bailando en La Frontera”; and 1st Place in the Professional-Amateur Duet Division were Milton H. Barrera and Karla Romero dancing “La Cecilia”. (Photos and information courtesy Milton H. Barrera.)

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Congratulations to Ray Guerrero from Rio Grande City High School and to his Career and Technical Education Cosmetology Teacher Mrs. JoElda Arredondo for winning the Bronze for the State of Texas in the hair cutting competition. Rey won a bronze plaque, a medal, monetary compensation from the sponsors and a gift bag. Congratulations from the CTE department and administration. Rey is # 3 in the state of Texas.

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Grulla High School Seniors Received Los Nuestros Scholarships Congrats Roma Middle School on Academic UIL Championship

The Rio Grande City CISD held a ceremony to congratulate Grulla High School Seniors who received the Los Nuestros Scholarship.

Twenty one students from Grulla High School were given certificates of acceptance. Students were treated to a light brunch and tea. On behalf of the Rio Grande City CISD Board of Trustees, administration and staff we would like to congratulate all the scholarship

recipients as well as thank everyone who contributed to the scholarship.

The Los Nuestros Educational Scholarship Foundation was founded and established in 1994 with the generous contributions made by our educators and staff. The scholarship is intended for graduating students from Rio Grande City High School and Grulla High School.

“Our school employees have helped make the dream of obtaining

an advanced education for many students a reality,” said Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Dr. Arcadio Salinas, III. “This scholarship fund was established to help a well-rounded student.

Those selected are individuals that have excellent grades, academic awards, community service hours and are involved in extra-curricular activities.”

Juan J. Trevino - 2nd Place Mathematics, 6th Place Calculator Applications; Victoria Hernandez - 2nd Place Dictionary Skills, 4th Place Maps, Graphs & Charts; Jacinto Vasquez - 2nd Place Science; Regina Ramos - 2nd Place Poery; Fatima Lozano - 3rd Place Dictionary Skills, 4th Place Poetry; Mariafernanda Hernandez 3rd Place Duet Acting, 5th Place Spanish Poetry; Raul Torecilla 3rd Place Social Studies, 6th Place Maps, Graphs, & Charts; Aaron Rosales - 3rd Place Mathematics, 5th Place Number Sense; Zazil Rodriguez - 3rd Place Calculator Applications; Samantha Garza - 3rd Place Solo Acting; Damaris

The Roma Middle School UIL Team competed at the District 31-5A UIL Meet held at Ramiro Barrera Middle School. We proudly announce that Roma Middle School is the 2017 District Champion.

We would like to congratulate all participants. Special recognition goes out to the students that placed in their respective events. They are the following: 6th Grade: Eden Ramirez 1st Place Mathematics, 1st Place Number Sense; Joanna Garcia - 1st Place Solo Acting, 4th Place Prose, 5th Place Duet Acting; Josmari Ortiz - 1st Place Poetry, 5th Place Modern Oratory; Benita Aguirre - 1st Place Spanish Poetry;

Garza - 3rd Place Duet Acting; Lauren Garza - 4th Place Duet Acting; Analiza Pena - 4th Place Impromptu Speaking, 4th Place Duet Acting, 4th Place Modern Oratory; Gemelli Cruz - 5th Place Solo Acting; Eric Narvaez - 5th Place Social Studies; Estefany Ramirez - 5th Place Duet Acting; Isis Gonzalez - 6th Place Modern Oratory, 6th Place Ready Writing; Omar Barrera - 6th Place Spanish Poetry; and Natalia Molina - 6th Place Spelling.

7th Grade: Adrianna Martinez - 1st Place Modern Oratory; 1st Place Ready Writing, 2nd Place Impromptu Speaking; Francisco Garcia - 1st Place Spanish Poetry, 3rd Place Modern Oratory; Danelo Gonzalez - 1st Place Poetry, 2nd Place Duet Acting, 3rd Place Solo Acting; Hannah Garza - 2nd Place Solo Acting, 2nd Place Duet Acting, 2nd Place Ready Writing, 3rd Place Poetry, 6th Place Prose; Angel Pena - 2nd Place Science, 4th Place Maps, Graphs, & Charts; Victor Hernandez - 2nd Place Mathematics; Leighna Silva - 3rd Place Dictionary Skills; Jacqueline Trevino - 4th Place Calculator Applications; Leonel Guerra - 4th Place Number Sense; Cesar Rios - 4th Place Number Sense; Kassandra Rodriguez 5th Place Prose, 5th Place Solo Acting; Victoria Pompa - 5th Place Dictionary Skills, 5th Place Mathematics, 6th Place Modern Oratory; Rebecca Diaz - 6th Place Calculator Applications; Leanne Garza - 6th Place Maps, Graphs, & Charts; and Sylvino Salazar - 6th Place Number Sense.

8th Grade: Liliana Martinez 1st Place Impromptu Speaking, 3rd Place Spelling, 3rd Place Ready Writing, 4th Place Modern Oratory; Catalina Galvan - 1st Place Ready Writing, 5th Place Science; ROMA MIDDLE UIL, page 4

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RGC High School Students Compete Roma Middle Student Council RGCCISD Athletic Department Recognizes Daniel in National Ocean Science Bowl Cleans Up Roma Park for Earth Day “Danny” Vasquez at the 6th Annual Rey Ramirez Relays

The National Ocean Science Bowl: Loggerhead Challenge is a high school quiz bowl competition held in Port Aransas, Texas in partnership with the Consortium for Ocean Leadership. The competition challenges teams of five from schools all over Texas in a headto-head test of knowledge in marine science, policy, history, and renewable energy practices.

This year, Mark Lopez and Bridgette Ramirez took 10 students from Rio Grande City High School to the South Texas Regional Competition for the first time in the school’s history, where the two teams went up against 15 other teams from high schools all over central and south Texas.

The team consisting of Aisha Garcia, Maria Lozano, Cecilia Gonzalez, Colleen Canales, and Victor Vargas tied for 5th place out of the 15 teams, falling only to the team that eventually went on to win the entire competition.

The team consisting of Josie Chapa, Horacio Rodriguez, Akane Benitez, Felipe Gutierrez, and Yvette Rivas scored the 5th most team points out of all teams, falling only one win short of the final tournament round.

The schools in attendance this year were all in their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of competition, each with a handful of students with at least one year of competition

experience under their belt.

Despite this fact, our RGCHS Ocean Science Bowl Team was able to hold their own against these teams and represent our school and city with pride.

Congratulations to the teams on their first Science Bowl competition.

The Roma Middle School Student Council decided to clean up the City Roma Community Park in honor of Earth Day. Students cleaned around the playground area and around the little league stands making the park a cleaner and safer environment for all children and players visiting the park. The Texas Say What! Youth Community Liaison provided RMS Student Council with various supplies in order to make this event a success. Thank you parents and advisers for making this event possible.

(President: Andrik Garcia, Vice President: Roberto Muniz III, Secretary: Julian Barrera, and Parliamentarian: Valeria Ramirez, Advisors:, Mrs. Karina Eliserio, Mr. Jose R. Ramirez and Ms. Anakaren Lopez)

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WEDNESDAY MAY 10TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ARTURO CLARKE

by Alicia Clarke & Family †BLAS PEDRO SAENZ

by Lydia Garza Saenz †ESTEFANA O. LUND (AN.)

by Muñoz Family †ALEJANDRA R. GARCIA

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by Letty & Valerie †SANTOS GARCIA

by Letty & Valerie THURSDAY MAY 11TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †CELIA S. VILLARREAL (1ST AN.)

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ROMA MIDDLE UIL Andrik Garcia - 1st Place Poetry, 6th Place Solo Acting, 6th Place Modern Oratory; Juan Delgado - 1st Place Social Studies, 5th Place Maps, Graphs, & Charts; Leonardo Saenz - 2nd Place Social Studies; Maria Cantu - 2nd Place Spanish Poetry; Alexia Aguillon - 3rd Place Maps, Graphs & Charts, 4th Place Ready Writing, 6th Place Listening Skills; Diana Barrera

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SUNDAY MAY 14TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. MOTHER’S DAY INTENTIONS

6:00 P.M. †GILBERTO GARZA by Family †FLAVIO CANALES, JR.

by Wife & Family †IGNACIA G. GUTIERREZ

by Family †MANUELA S. GUERRA

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- 3rd Place Spanish Poetry; Delany Barrera - 3rd Place Prose; Imanol Lopez - 3rd Place Calculator Applications; Julian Barrera - 3rd Place Dictionary Skills, 4th Place Spanish Poetry; Kaisy Bazan - 4th Place Listening Skills; Nicole Garza - 4th Place Poetry; Stephanie Pena - 5th Place Duet Acting; Kayla Garza - 5th Place Duet Acting; and Sindianeli Perez -5th Place Dictionary Skills.

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Beware the Dangers of Distracted Driving TxDOT Warns: Talk. Text. Crash.

On the first week of April Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Starr County brought the Passenger Safety Project’s Distracted Driving Simulator and Virtual Reality (VR) Goggles to teach teens at: La Grulla Middle School, Grulla High School, Roma High School, San Isidro High School, and South Texas College, the dangers of distracted driving. The simulator and VR Goggles are made possible through a grant from State Farm to the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Passenger Safety Project in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reports Yolanda Morado, Starr County

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The State Farm Distracted Driving Simulator and VR Goggles allow students to experience the dangers of texting and driving while in a realistic, but safe environment. Teens are also made aware of the main distraction for teen drivers – other teens in the vehicle!

With technology at their fingertips, drivers are constantly faced with distractions, such

as talking or texting, which places their safety and that of others at serious risk. TxDOT’s Talk. Text. Crash. Campaign raises awareness of the dangers associated with distracted driving and encourages Texans to put down their cell phones while driving.

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GRANDMOTHER You can have a grandmother patient kind and true. No other friend in all the world will be the same to you. When other friends forsake you, to grandmother you will return.

For all her loving kindness she asks nothing in return.

As we look upon her picture sweet memories we recall, of a face so full of sunshine and a smile for one and all.

Sweet Jesus take this message to our dear grandmother up above, tell her how we miss her and give her all our love.

23rd Psalm The LORD is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anointest my head with oil, my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

use is highest among 16- to 24-year-olds. This age group has the largest proportion of drivers who were distracted. In Texas, 46 percent of urban teens and 52 percent of rural teens talk on a cell phone while driving, and nearly the same percentage text while driving. (Texas A&M Transportation Institute). A study

by AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that distracted driving among teens was a factor in nearly 6 out of 10 moderate-tosevere teen crashes.

Eliminating distractions and putting away cell phones while driving can and will save lives.

Drivers are reminded to put away their cell phones and wait until they arrive at their destination to use their phone. Although cell phone use is the most easily recognized distraction, all in vehicle distractions are unsafe and can cause crashes or fatalities. Keep your eyes on the road and arrive alive!

We want to thank Rio Grande City C.I.S.D., Roma I.S.D., San Isidro I.S.D., and South Texas College for their support in making arrangements and for training volunteers to help bring this life saving message to Starr County teens.

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The postponed date for the Public Bid Opening shall be on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 11 am at the Rio WSC main office located at 42 N. Suntex, Rio Grande City Texas, 78582.

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J.P. Martin Martinez, Jr. Announces his candidacy for Re-Election for Pct. #4 For the March 2018 Elections.

Dear Starr County Citizens, Rendering services as your Pct. #4 Justice of the Peace has been an incredible privilege and honor. I am seeking another term to continue serving the citizens of Starr County. I have lived in Starr County all my life. Furthermore, twelve (12) years of those in Pct. #4. Of equal importance, this county has been moving forward in a positive direction and I would like to continue to assist in this progress in any legal way possible.

In addition, throughout out the years this community has been a blessing for me and my family. There are many wonderful things that have occurred in Starr County that I have had the privilege to be an integral part of the process; more over, there have also been many trying experiences that have occurred to citizens on a daily basis that I have witnessed in my line of work, duties and responsibilities.

Being blessed is not about materialistic possessions, but about what I can do to help all citizens who are in need of my services.

I have gladly served you for three (3) years, and it is with great pleasure, privilege, and honor that I once again humbly ask for your support and vote for my re-election for Starr county Justice of the Peace for Pct. #4. God Bless You!

Sincerely, Pct. #4 J.P. Martin Martinez, Jr.

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Anuncia su candidatura para Re-elección para el Pct. # 4 Para las elecciones de marzo del 2018.

Estimados ciudadanos del condado Starr, He prestado mis servicios como su Juez de Paz del Pct. # 4, ha sido un privilegio y un honor increíble. Estoy buscando otro término para seguir sirviendo a los ciudadanos del condado de Starr. He vivido en el Condado de Starr toda mi vida y doce (12) años de ellos en el Pct. # 4. El Condado Starr esta avanzando en una dirección positiva y me gustaría continuar ayudando en este progreso de cualquier manera legal posible.

A través de los años esta comunidad ha sido una bendición para mí y mi familia. Hay muchas cosas importantes y maravillosas que han ocurrido en el Condado Starr y que he tenido el privilegio de ser una parte integral de ellas. Además, también ha habido muchas experiencias difíciles que se han dado a los ciudadanos a diario que he presenciado en mi línea de trabajo, deberes y responsabilidades. Ser bendecido no se trata de posesiones materialistas, sino de lo que puedo hacer para ayudar a todos los ciudadanos que necesitan mis servicios.

Con gusto les he servido por tres (3) años, y es con gran placer, privilegio y honor que una vez más humildemente pido su apoyo y voto para mi reelección para el Condado Starr como Juez de Paz para el Pct. # 4. ¡Dios los Bendiga!

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Preparatory for Early College High School Junior Y.B. Escobar Principal Rewards Accepted into University Summer Program Star Reader With Special Prize Congratulations to Ms. Leslie Canales, a junior at the Preparatory for Early College High School, for being accepted into the University of Texas Health Science Center’s Summer Health Professions Education Program. Leslie will be attending the summer program at Rice University from May 21June 29, 2017. This program will allow Leslie to explore a variety of health science professions while she is learning about Anatomy, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics and Organic Chemistry. She will experience living at the dorms, and she will be receiving a $600.00 stipend with travel expenses up to What do you get if you become a Star Reader at Y.B. Escobar $500.00. Leslie is looking forward to this wonderful opportunity!

Elementary School? To dye the principal’s beard for the day! 5th grader Jasmin Ortiz surpassed reading more than 1 million words to become the school’s first Star Reader this year and as a reward she became the first student to get to dye Mr. Edgar Garza’s beard for the day as her fellow 5th and 4th grade students watched. And of course she chose her favorite color pink.

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Destiny Bazan –Showcasing Career & Technical Education, Future Farmers of America & Grulla High School Achievement.

Destiny Bazan is an amazing student, with a contagious smile and an easy going personality. You can definitely tell she enjoys school, academics and playing over 25 card games. However, she is serious about her showmanship animals.

She has been motivated and inspired by her supportive parents and her brother Tommy. Destiny Bazan has been following the career path of Agriculture Science all throughout her High School years @ Grulla High School. Her senior year, she was able to place Grulla High School on the map with the following accolades: FFA District Competition Beef master heifer 1st class, Beef master Bull 3rd in class.

At the San Antonio Livestock show and rodeo this year, her Beef master bull won 2nd place in its class. At the local

Starr County Youth Fair, held in Rio Grande City, her Beef master heifer also won 1st in class and her Beef master Bull also placed 1st in its class.

At the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show held in Mercedes Texas, her Beef master heifer received 2nd, in class. In the Junior Show her beef master pair, received 10th in class as well. In the Futurity Show, her Beef master bull received 2nd in class and Reserve Champion Intermediate Bull. Her Beef master heifer won 4th in class and her Beef master heifer pair won 1st in class.

In the open show division, Her Beef master bull won 1st in class and the Beef master heifer 5th in class, her Beef master heifer pair also placed 4th in class.

Destiny, is in the top 10 Percent of her graduating class and is the

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Recently, Destiny Bazan and her classmates that also share the passion for FFA and agriculture and farm and ranch management, recently represented Grulla High School at Sam Houston University in the CDE farm business Management competition. (This is the 1st time; GHS has competed at the state level). The CTE department, GHS school administration and staff are extremely proud of Destiny Bazan and her peers. The department is extremely grateful to her CTE instructor Mr. Sixto, Flores, Jr. for motivating and encouraging the students to pursue the agriculture science career pathway. Grulla High

School is a fairly new high school with no more than 5 years in its formation. Mr. Sixto Flores endured many trials and tribulations to get the FFA Chapter number cleared with a Professor from Texas A& M University. This would not have been possible without the assistance of the CTE collaborative partners: Mrs. Yolanda Morado, Starr County Extension Agent, Mr. Douglas Anderson, Starr County Youth Fair President and Mrs. Randy Martin, RHS Ag. Teacher. GHS students competing at Huntsville, Texas were Bryan Sanchez Freshman, Yubizdely Tanguma, Junior and Destiny Bazan Sr. Qualifying, but not able to attend were Joe Luis De La Rosa Sr. (The CTE program is under the direction of Mrs. Maria Adelina G. Villarreal) story by B. de La Torre.

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

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MAY 10, 2017, PAGE 8

Ac2E Middle School March 2017 Falcons of the Month

Boys & Girls Club Gaining Life Lessons on Gardening

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service during Spring Break provided children a valuable outdoor activity “gardening”.

The children prepared the soil and are planting a spring vegetable garden according to Yolanda Morado, Starr County FCS Agent. This is just the beginning of the project they will care for the garden and eventually harvest the fruits of their labor.

Hector Guerra - Better Living for Texans program assistant lead the garden project with the support of the Boys & Girls Ac2E Middle School is proud to recognize the March 2017 Falcons Club staff and the enthusiastic of the Month. Congratulations to all! Keep up the excellent work and children seen here holding up continue to soar! the seedlings ready to go into the prepared raised beds.

Along with the fun of learning, gardening teaches children valuable lessons about “patience” Description: Medical Office Receptionist

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as they wait for vegetables to grow, “responsibility” as they see how necessary their care is to the garden.

They learn the importance of nurturing a life of a plant and what it takes to keep something alive. Gardening is also a great way to exercise, 20 minutes of

gardening work equals one mile of walking.

One of the most important things the children will learn from planting this vegetable garden is where food comes from. Children are fascinated in seeing food when it’s pulled from the ground and they are more

likely to eat it.

Days of Taste are planned for the near future for this group of boys and girls. They will experience how food weaves itself through the ground, to the table and into their tummies.

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• Obtains revenue by recording and updating financial information; recording and collecting client charges; controlling credit extended to patients; filing, collecting, and expediting third-party claims.

• Maintains business office inventory and equipment by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; scheduling equipment service and repairs.

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RIO GRANDE CITY FORD ATTENTION!

Prayer to Our Lady Undoer Of Knots Virgin Mary, Mother of Fair Love, Mother who never abandons a child in need, Mother whose hands never cease to work for Her children because they are moved by the Divine Love and Infinite Mercy that exist in your heart, turn your compassionate eyes toward me and see the snarl of knots that exist in my life. You know just how much despair and pain they cause me. You know how paralyzed I am by them. Mary, Mother to whom God has given the charge of undoing the knots in the lives of His children, I place the ribbon of my life into Your hands. No one, not even the Evil One himself can take it away from Your merciful hands. In your hands there is no knot that cannot be undone.

Powerful Mother, by Your grace and intercession with Your Son Jesus, my Savior, receive today this “knot” (specify it if possible). I beg You to undo it now and forever for the glory of God. You are my hope. You are the sole consolation that God gives me, a fortress for my weaknesses, the healing of my miseries, and my deliverance from all that keeps me from Christ. Hear my plea. Keep me, guide me and protect me. You are my only safe refuge. Our Lady Undoer of Knots, pray for me! Amen!

L. C.

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STARR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES, STARR COUNTY & MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES STARR COUNTY FIRST RESPONDERS, STARR COUNTY HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MAY 10, 2017, PAGE 9

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Held Their Awards Assembly for the 5th Six Weeks

Starr County Sheriff’s Office Promote 911 Awareness

Starr County Sheriff and his staff are continuously providing Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary had their Awards Assembly for the 5th information on 911 to children six weeks. Students were presented awards for Perfect Attendance, around the community.

Esmer Navarro-Muniz-Starr “A” Honor Roll, “A & B” Honor Roll, Principal’s Award, and AR County Sheriff’s Public Relations recipients. Congratulations!

Officer works very closely with daycares, schools and other

when an emergency arises.

Children were given a backpack with school supplies that have the 911 logo to remind them of the information that they have

received. Sheriff Fuentes and his staff work diligently to provide safety information to children to ensure they are prepared in emergency situations.

community entities on 911 presentations and other safety related topics.

911 is a very important feature because it can save lives so the presentation is geared at informing the children the proper use of 911 and what to expect

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Soups

Tortilla Soup - $4 Onion Soup - $4

Salads

Salmon - $18 Sirloin - $12 Chicken - $10

Entrees

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Pasta

Fettuccini Alfredo (Shrimp/Salmon/ Chicken) $13/$18/$12

Sandwiches

Grilled Chicken “Club” Sandwich - $10 Grilled Sirloin Club Sandwich - $12 Chile Relleno (Filet Mignon & Cheese or Spinach, Tomatoes, Onions, Bacon, Avocado and Aioli, Shrimp & Cheese) - $12 served with Chips

Mexican Delicacies

Enchiladas (Rojas/Verdes/En Mole) (Filet/Chicken/Cheese) - $11 Available Dressings: Mango Vinaigrette, Chicken Mole (traditional or green) - $13 Strawberry Vinaigrette, Honey Taquitos (Beef /Chicken) - $ 11 Mustard, Balsamic Beef Fajita Plate - $11 Dessert: Flan, Créme Brulee, Fried Ice Beef Fajitas Toreadas - $14 Cream & Volcano Chocolate Cake Chicken Fajita Plate - $10 Kids Menu: Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Fajitas Toreadas -$12 Cheese Burger, Mini Corndog Carne Guisada $12 Beef Panchos - $13 Served with Chips

Sides

Sweet Glazed Carrots Garlic Mashed Potatoes Gruyere Mac & Cheese Sautéed Asparagus Sautéed Spinach Cauliflower Au Gratian Rice & Beans Charro Beans

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MAY 10, 2017, PAGE 10

DPS Urges Motorists to Use Caution Around Motorcyclists

LEGAL NOTICE 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: ROLANDO SAENZ dba LA MEXICANA DRIVE THRU to be located at 1412 CANALES BROS. STREET, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

May is Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month

RFP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: RFP# 17-36 Request for Proposal Student Athletic & Voluntary Accident Insurance 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.

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.

Sealed proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 on Tuesday, May 23, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the above-mentioned time.

Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district.

Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

As part of Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers to use extra caution around motorcycles on roads and highways. The special awareness month is observed during the month of May. “Driving requires your utmost attention and focus, whether you’re in a car or on a motorcycle, and it is critical that every driver do their part to help ensure Texas roadways are safe for everyone,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We urge all drivers to use extra caution around motorcyclists. Additionally, in order to better protect themselves on the road, motorcyclists should wear protective gear and always obey all traffic laws.”

DPS recommends that all drivers “Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles,” which is a motorcycle safety public awareness campaign launched by our partner agency, the Texas Department of Transportation.

Based on the fact that riders are more exposed and can easily be overlooked due to their size, motorcyclists are inherently more

Description Childcare Services

Date Due June 9, 2017

Time 3:00 pm

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 Street) or by calling 956-872-4683. Responses received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. 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. Responses will be studied and be taken into consideration by the Board of Trustees. South Texas College reserves the right to reject any and all responses submitted and to request additional information if necessary, to waive any formalities or technicalities, and to accept the proposal considered to be the best and most advantageous to South Texas College.

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 Fernando Lamas, Assistant Director of Purchasing, 956-872-4683 flamas@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 opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or handicapped status in the employment or provision of service.

Purchases made as a result of this solicitation will be funded through a grant from the United States Department of Education and passing through the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

driving or riding on a motorcycle.

• Never tailgate. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars.

• Never drive while distracted.

Motorcyclists must be properly licensed to operate a motorcycle in the State of Texas.

Currently more than one million individuals possess a Texas Class M (motorcycle) license. Proof of successful completion of a DPSapproved basic or intermediate motorcycle operator training course is required for licensing.

Licensed motorcyclists can also take a refresher course to reinforce safe riding techniques.

Each year the DPS Motorcycle Safety Unit trains approximately 38,000 motorcycle operators.

The Motorcycle Safety Unit coordinates training courses at 203 locations around the state for both basic and experienced riders. For more information on motorcycle training or to find a training location in your area, call 1-800-292-5787 or visit www. dps.texas.gov/msb/.

City of Escobares Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 7216151 Advertisement and Invitation for Bids

South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 17-18-1002

vulnerable while on the road.

In 2016, 493 people were killed while riding a motorcycle or scooter, accounting for approximately 13 percent of all crash fatalities for the year. In many cases, these fatalities were the result of crashes between a motorcycle and a car or truck.

Collisions with a motorcycle commonly occur at intersections and while changing lanes, and all drivers should use extra caution during these situations.

Drivers and motorcyclists can significantly reduce their chances of being involved in a serious or fatal crash by adhering to basic safety measures, including: Perform a visual check for motorcycles by checking mirrors and blind spots before entering or exiting a lane of traffic, and at intersections.

• Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic.

• Allow more following distance – three or four seconds – when behind a motorcycle, so the motorcyclist has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emergency.

• Wear protective gear when

The City of Escobares will receive bids for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 7216151 for Street Reconstruction until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday the 30th of May 2017 at City of Escobares City Hall (mailing address: P.O. Box 907, Roma, TX, 78584). The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday the 30th day of May, 2017 at City of Escobares City Hall, 4829 Old Hwy. 83, Escobares Texas.

The project will consist of reconstructing sections of Lopez St., Bazan St., Barrera St., Church St., Rincon St., Peña St., and San Julian Rd. Bids are invited for, but are not limited to, the items and approximate quantities as follows: 1.

10,757 SY of reclaiming 8 in. existing HMAC and caliche flex base 2.

10,757 SY of 11/2 in. of HMAC 3.

4.

1360 SY of 6 in. Subgrade & 8 in. caliche flex base 670 SQFT Concrete Apron

Bid/Contract Documents, including Technical Specifications are on file and may be viewed at the City of Escobares City Hall located at 4829 Old. Highway 83., Escobares Texas during normal business days or may be obtained by interested parties for Fifty Dollars ($50.00), non-refundable, per set or copy, by contacting Rio Delta Engineering, 309 N. Corpus St. Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, or by calling (956) 263-1041 or requests by facsimile can be made to Rio Delta Engineering by calling at (956) 236-1112.

A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 19, 2017 at City of Escobares City Hall, 4829 Old Hwy. 83, Escobares Texas.

A bid bond in the amount of 5 percent of the bid issued by an acceptable surety is required with each bid for those contracts that exceed $25,000. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Escobares or negotiable U.S. Government Bonds (as par value) may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. Attention is called to the fact that not less than, the federally determined prevailing (Davis Bacon and Related Acts) wage rates, as issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture and contained in the contract documents, must be paid on this project. In addition, the successful bidder must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, or national origin. Adherence to the grant recipient’s Section 3 Policy is required for contracts and subcontracts in excess of $100,000.00.

The City of Escobares reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by City of Escobares for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidders’ qualifications prior to the contract award.

City of Escobares

By: Honorable Noel Escobar , Mayor Date: 5-4-17

All contractors and/or subcontractors who are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from or ineligible for participation on federal assistance programs may not undertake any activity in part or in full under this project.

All contractors/subcontractors must be enrolled in SAM.gov and shall have a DUNS number.

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MAY 10, 2017, PAGE 11

RGCCISD Hosted Their 1st Annual Migrant Conference Starr County Judge Eloy Vera Guest Speaker at the S.C.R.S.E.A. Rio Grande City C.I.S.D., in conjunction with The Office of Migrant Services, hosted their 1st Annual Migrant Conference at the Multipurpose Center.

Migrant Students, throughout the District in grades 8, 11, and 12 were treated to favors, awards, raffles, and a delightful meal to celebrate and recognize their successes. Students were privileged to stories from special guests that overcame similar obstacles. Mrs. Maricela O. Garcia, Veterans Middle School Principal, Mr. David Zarate, Grulla High School Assistant Principal and Mr. Jesse Gonzalez lawyer at the J. Gonzalez Law Firm shared inspiring messages of determination, hard work and believing in themselves. Mr. Rick Diaz, Channel 5 News Reporter for “Con Mi Gente”, was there to cover this momentous event. Special thanks to Mr. Alfredo Garcia, Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. Virginia Gonzalez, Director of State and Federal Programs, Mrs. Veronica Garcia, Migrant Coordinator, Mrs. Leticia Lopez, School Board of Trustees Member, for attending the event, and to all those individuals who worked diligently to make this event possible.

The guest speaker at the Starr County Retired School Employees Association (S.C.R.S.E.A.) meeting was Starr County Judge Eloy Vera. The meeting took place in the Work Force Building on the Rio Grande City Campus of South Texas College. Judge Vera gave a summarized version of his State of the County Address to the 35 attentive members. According to Judge Vera, despite county-wide budgetary constraints, Starr County is doing well, and the county’s future seems to be very positive and promising. The group also listened to a legislative update presented by Ruben Saenz on the status of TRS-Insurance plans affecting retired school personnel. Any retired school employee from the Roma ISD, San Isidro ISD, or the Rio Grande City CISD is invited to join SCRSEA by calling Edna Gonzalez at 844-8714 or Bitsy Margo at 735-9444. The next meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2017.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, MAY 10, 2017, PAGE 12

RGCCISD Foster Care Task Force Committee Met For The First Time Roma Middle School Students Enjoy D.C. Learning

The RGCCISD Foster Care Task Force Committee met for the first time, to discuss how to improve the educational outcome of children in foster care. Several members from RGCCISD and members from different entities of our community were able to come together to discuss how to educate and care for foster parents, children, and anyone associated with those particular situations. “The key is to educate and come together”, said Mr. Rick Solis, Director of Counseling at RGCCISD. The committee also discussed several events that take place throughout the year which are coordinated by the Starr County Child Welfare Board. The committee will be meeting regularly to follow up on items discussed and how to work together During Spring Break 2017 a group of Roma Middle School 8th Grade students had the opportunity to as a community to help prevent child abuse and neglect and how to serve those affected. explore the wonders of the Washington, D.C. area to understand our nation’s great history and enjoy some culture as well. They listened to the Sounds of Freedom, visited Jamestown, the National Zoo, the National Cathedral, the White House, the National Archive, the Lincoln Memorial and Vietnam War Memorial among many other places. One morning they also woke up to snow! They had an amazing experience and enjoyed a safe and fun time. A big thanks to Dr. and Mrs. Adrian Guerra who annually plan and chaperone the trip during spring break each year to give students this excellent opportunity!

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2017 GMC SIERRA CREW CAB SLE

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MAY 10, 2017 SECTION II, PAGE 1

SPACE AVAILABLE CALL 956-487-6544 ATTENTION CATTLEMEN Why are cattlemen selling their cattle thru R.Y Livestock Sales, Inc.?

WE WORK TO MARKET YOUR CATTLE RATHER THAN JUST SELL THEM.

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3. Customer Service and Proper Care of YOUR cattle emphasized.

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RGC: 4370 E. Hwy 83 Ste. B - 956-309-3549 Roma: 834 E. Grant St. Ste. C - 956-570-0701 Arroyo: 5065 Hwy. 83 ste. A - 956-570-0702 Escobares: 4522 East Hwy 83 Ste A. 956-429-5625

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AVER - HIGH $1,175.00 - $1,500.00 $730.00 - $900.00 .69 - 1.00 NO TEST .70 - .84

TOTAL NUMBER OF CATTLE: 320

COMMENTS & NEWS: The market continues to increase in all classes and weight categories. Dr. Alvaro Restrepo Natural Polled Beefmaster Ranch will be offering for sale this coming Friday, May 12, 2017, 5 - twenty to twenty four month old bulls ready to breed plus 7 to eight month old bull calves. Can be registered - excellent breeding prospects and all are Natural Polled.

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Job Description: The job requires a working knowledge of all aspects of the sport. Outstanding interpersonal skills and willing to work with children/students, demonstrate interest in performing task. Individual must have exible hours to be able to work on weekends and morning, afternoon as needed. Other responsibilities include maintain safety of children and staff practice and events.

Requirements: Individual must have Bachelors Degree, experience in working with youth programs and valid Texas Drivers License (Class C) with satisfactory driving record. Position requires working knowledge of T.A.A.F (Texas Amateur Athletic Federation) program, operations and procedures. The successful candidate will supervise, coordinate and manage all aspects of T.A.A.F (Texas Amateur Athletic Federation) requirements and city policies.

Requirements: Individual must have 60 credit hours, experience in working with youth and valid Texas Drivers License (Class C) with satisfactory driving record. Position requires working knowledge of youth development, ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems. The successful candidate will organize and supervise children in a safe environment.

Salary & Compensation: Temporary Full-Time Position Application may be picked up at City Hall Valerie Brown, Personnel Director 5332 E HWY 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582 956-487-0672 www.cityofrgc.com City of Rio Grande City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Coachwhip snakes are active during warm weather With the return of our hot weather, the snakes are active again. During the winter months they retire to an animal burrow where they don’t freeze but do become cold enough to be very sluggish. Snakes are cold-blooded which means they can’t maintain a normal body temperature as we do. Their temperature simply changes with their environment. With the warmth of the weather penetrating well into the ground, where they spent the winter, they emerge and begin a new hunting season.

Our venomous (poisonous) snakes here in the Valley are (1) the Texas coral snake which is rarely seen and whose mouth and fangs are too small, under ordinary circumstances, to bite a person, (2) the shy little desert massasauga for which there are no records of its biting a human, and (3) the dangerous western diamondback rattlesnake with which most of us a quite familiar.

If you see another species of snake, it’s nonvenomous and should be protected because it’s no threat to us and very probably beneficial by eating insects and rodents.

One of our most common snakes is called the western coachwhip and I’d like to share a few thoughts about it.

An adult coachwhip is about 4 to 5 feet long and typically a pale tan color. There are several other snake species which resemble it so look for the following field marks: • The body is slim with the tail being noticeably long and very thin.

• The upper surface of the body is brown to yellow-tan with some darker but faint cross markings of brown. Usually these bands are only a scale or two wide.

• Individual scales on the tail may be light on the forward half and darker on the back half giving the tail the appearance of having been woven like a coachwhip, hence the name coachwhip snake.

• If you get the opportunity to see the ventral (bottom) surface, you may notice two rows of dark spots along the anterior (front) portion of the body.

If you’re lucky enough to observe one without its having seen you, you may see that it hunts by slithering through the brush and grasses with its head held high off the ground searching for prey.

Food consists of lizards, small birds, insects, small snakes, frogs, small turtles, and baby mammals.

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coachwhips feigning death when grabbed but writhing, biting and defecating are most common.

Before capture they may shake their tails and, if they’re in dry grass, it may sound like a rattlesnakes warning rattle.

Here at Ranch Lomitas, we’ve seen and identified eleven species of snakes. Some of them are truly beautiful creatures and all, including the venomous ones, are beneficial. I hope you’ll have the joy of seeing some of them as you experience the wonders of our thorny brush.

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coachwhips are visual hunters, they can also stalk prey by scent.

If threatened, they can slither through the grass at about 4 miles per hour and then slip into a burrow or under rocks or logs.

One of my first encounters with a western coachwhip was while driving with some friends along a ranch road and seeing it cross the road in front of us. A herpetologist who was with us jumped out and tried to catch it but it disappeared. A lady in the car shouted, “Look, up in the tree!”

There it was, stretched out on the canopy of upper branches of a 12 foot tree beside the road. They’re excellent climbers. By shaking a few branches we got it down and the snake expert grabbed it. It squirmed mightily and tried to bite him while excreting foul smelling feces which got all over his hands.

It was typical coachwhip defensive behavior. We took a close look at the snake and released it.

Coachwhip bites may cause a few nasty scratches but aren’t poisonous.

There are a few records of

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Grulla Middle School Migrant Students Had a Special Presentation North Grammar Elementary 4th Six Weeks Honor Roll

Grulla Middle School migrant students had a special presenter at their campus. Mr. Raul Hinojosa from United Professional Services and his assistants presented students with a variety activities to help them with STAAR testing week. These activities help students strengthen their ability to listen to instructions, develop a strategy, problem solve and many other skills. Students had a blast working together while participating in these activities.

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