NOVEMBER 16, 2022

RGCGISD VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Rio Grande City Grulla ISD hosted a Veterans Day program at the Fort Ringgold Auditorium on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.

RGCGISD students, staff, administration, civic groups, and community members honored veterans of every branch, rank, and generation. Each veteran in attendance was given a token of gratitude for their sacrifice and service to our country.

Lieutenant Colonel Dr. James Falcon, a 1999 Rio Grande City High School graduate, was the guest speaker for this special event. Like his father, he is a trusted physician who served as an emergency medicine physician in the United States Army until recently. Dr. James Falcon served in the Army for several years after graduating from the University of Texas in Austin and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, holding various medical positions at home and while deployed to combat zones. Throughout his career, he worked as a physician in aviation, airborne, and special operations units, and he deployed to Afghanistan, Syria, and Iraq. Dr. Falcon works as an emergency physician at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg, Texas. He is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Texas Army National Guard and a battalion surgeon.

Afterward, the Revive Fort Ringgold Committee presented the honorary title of Colonel Fort Ringgold Commander to Robert S. Margo. The following day, Rio Grande City Grulla ISD hosted a ceremony to honor the additional names of veterans added to the Veterans Memorial Wall at Veterans Middle School.

The names added to the monument were: Mauricio Garza III and Jose D. Lopez, who both served in the Vietnam War. Also added to the monument was Luis Longoria, who served in World War II. This event also recognized all Veterans who have served our country.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our troops. We’d also like to thank the RGCGISD ROTC, VMS Choir, Mariachi, Cheer, Drill, and Student Council for contributing to the ceremony.

On behalf of Mr. Adolfo Pena Jr., Superintendent of Schools, and the School Board of Trustees, we would like to thank all RGCGISD students, faculty, and staff who were instrumental in the planning and execution of this extraordinary event. We would also like to thank all veterans who took the time out of their schedules to participate and know we will be eternally grateful for your service. Thank you for the unselfish sacrifices you all made that makes our way of life possible.

by Mr. & Mrs. Santos Carrion Jr †HERMILA T. RECIO by Mr. & Mrs. Santos Carrion Jr.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17TH

LOS GARCIAS 6:00 P.M.

†MARK SMITH by Family

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18TH - I.C.C.

12:00 P.M.

†TERESA & EXIQUIO CREMAR by Ana Lisa Garza & Family

†RAFAEL CARRERA by Family

†MARK SMITH by Family

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19TH - I.C.C.

5:00 P.M.

†DANNY GOMEZ, JR. by Mom & Dad

†ROY LUND (10TH AN.)

by Mr. & Mrs. Israel De la Cruz

†RUDY MARTINEZ by Cristina Martinez

†DIANA PEREZ HERNANDEZ by Family

†LUISA CHAPA by Israel & Lupita Chapa

†ADAN ALANIZ JR. by Israel & Lupita Chapa

†ALICIA ZURITA PEÑA by Israel & Lupita Chapa

†PEDRO & CARMEN PEÑA (AN) by Family

†ARACELY SAENZ by Family

†MARK SMITH by Family

†JESUS GARCIA (1ST AN.) by Alvarez-Valdez Family

†RODOLFO & INEZ O. MARTINEZ by Cristina Martinez

†LEONARDA B. GONZALEZ by Cristina Martinez

†ALBERTO GARZA by Cristina Martinez

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 20TH – L.G.

7:00 A.M.

†JOSE PEREZ OLIVAREZ by Dalia Olivarez & Family

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 20TH - I.C.C.

9:00 A.M.

†CRUZ GARCIA by Su Esposa e Hijos

†JJ PEÑA by Family

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 20TH – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M.

†NOE GUTIERREZ by Wife & Children

†MARK SMITH by Family 5:00 P.M.

†ARTURO ARGUELLO (1ST AN.) by Su Familia

MONDAY NOVEMBER 21ST – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M.

†SUSIE GARZA by Her Mom & Sisters

†MARK SMITH by Family

†ELIAS CHAPA VILLARREAL by Wife & Children

†DECEASED MEMBERS OF CDA COURT #1968 by Court # 1968 CDA Members

†DECEASED MEMBERS OF VELA PERPETUA (ALTAR SOCIETY)

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 22ND – I.C.C. 6.30 P.M.

†GUADALUPE CREMAR by Ana Lisa Garza & Family

†SILVESTRE GONZALEZ by Alma Gloria T. Gonzalez & Family

†JESUS PEÑA (20TH AN.) by Su Familia

†MARK SMITH by Family

†FOR ALL THE SOULS IN PURGATORY by Anna Pope & Family

NOTICE:

OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES IN OBSERVANCE OF THANKSGIVING:

NOV. 23, 2022 - 1:00 TO 5:00 PM NOV. 24, 2022 - CLOSED NOV. 25, 2022 - CLOSED

Ramiro Barrera Middle School Celebrates Literature During Hispanic Heritage Month

Ramiro Barrera Middle School launched their Hispanic Heritage Celebration with a trivia game to expand students’ awareness of famous Latino authors, musicians, artists, leaders, scientists and athletes who have made important contributions in their field.

Roma High School held a day for students to “Dress to impress for your future success”. Students in the Roma High PCT Class were excited to dress as nurses, doctors and nurse practitioners showcasing their desire to be the leaders of tomorrow for the medical field.

Advertisement and Invitation for Bids:

The County of Starr, is soliciting sealed bids to be received by Starr County Pct.#4 Commissioner Ruben D. Saenz at 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, TX 78582. Starr County’s normal business days are Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Bids should be addressed to: Starr County

c/o Pct.#4 Commissioner Ruben D. Saenz 100 N. FM 3167

Rio Grande City, TX 78582

Bids shall be received until 9:00 a.m. Monday November 21, 2022,. Shortly, thereafter all submitted bids will be gathered and taken to the Starr County Annex Conference Room to be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the closing time will be rejected and returned to the bidder unopened. The sealed envelope shall be marked with the following on the lower left hand corner:

2023 New FORD F-550 DIESEL FIRE TRUCK/EQUIPMENT:

One (1) – 2023 Ford F-550 Diesel Firefighting Brush Truck, 4-Door, 4 x 4 Unit------To Include Scene lighting, lettering and striping, PAC tool boards and emergency lighting system (LED) flashing.

Equipment in general includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Price and Year for New Truck

Year: 2023 $_____________

PLEASE SUBMIT BID PER UNIT ITEM.

Brush Truck and Equipment shall be complete, operational and capable of providing the functions intended. Bid awarded should be honored for 3 months. Bids shall be sealed and prominently marked on the lower left hand corner of bid envelope with the project title “2023 FORD F-550 DIESEL FIRE TRUCK/ EQUIPMENT”. Please direct your questions regarding this equipment to Mrs. Reyna G. Guerra, Starr County Judge’s Office at (956) 716-4800.

INVITATION TO BIDDERS

The City of Rio Grande would like to invite you to submit a bid on the following:

Specifications: A copy of drawings and technical specifications may be obtained at SAMES, Inc., 200 S. 10th Street, Suite 1500, McAllen, TX 78501 phone number (956) 702-8880. A non-refundable deposit of $75.00 will be assessed for each set of paper documents or an electronic file can be requested via email at no cost to rpena@samengineering-surveying. com. Be advised that SAMES, Inc. is the primary source of all bid documents and bidders list. Obtaining bid information from a third-party planning room may lead to incomplete submissions. SAMES, Inc. will issue out any applicable addendums to those listed on their bidders list. Bidders are responsible for obtaining all the necessary information required for a compliant bid.

Pre-Bid Conference: A Virtual Pre-Bid Conference will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. You can receive virtual access by calling SAMES, Inc. before 2:00 p.m. on the day of the conference at (956) 702-8880.

Requirements: Upon submitting sealed bid, bidders are required to properly identify (handwritten, typed, or printed) sealed envelope and/or packet as follows: Bidder’s name and address on the upper left-hand corner of the sealed envelope and/or package RFB # ENG 22.004 “RGC PUBLIC SAFETY DEVELOPMENT FOR WATER AND SEWER LINE DESIGN” on the lower left-hand corner of sealed envelope/and or packet. Overnight mail must also be properly labeled on the outside of express envelope or package.

Bidder understands that the City of Rio Grande Reserves the right to accept or reject bids submitted; waive formalities in bidding; accept bid deemed most advantageous to the City, and hold the bids for a period of (60) calendar days without taking action.

The sealed bid must contain (2) original complete bid required documents (including all bonds) and must be clearly identified and addressed for delivery to:

Angela Solis, City Secretary

City of Rio Grande City

Physical Location: City Secretary Office 5332 E. US Highway 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582

Deadline: Sealed bids will be accepted until Monday, November 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at which time they will be opened in the City of Rio Grande Conference room at Physical Location: 5332 E. US Highway 83 Rio Grande City, TX 78582. No facsimiles or late arrivals will be accepted. Any bid received after that time will not be opened and will be returned.

Bid Security: Bid Security in the amount of 5% of the largest possible total of bids submitted must accompany each bid in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders. The surety must be a guaranteed or surety company acceptable to the City of Rio Grande. Please direct your questions regarding bid documents and specifications to SAM Engineering and Surveying at 956-702-8880 or by email to rpena@samengineering-surveying.com

Roma High Students Learn about STC Dual Enrollment Academy Opportunities

The RHS sophomores will have the opportunity to start one of several academies as Juniors next year. Academies that will be available to the students include Medical Science, Engineering, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, and Teaching.

For more information, parents and students should contact the student’s respective high school counselor.

STARR

The Rio Grande City High School Girls and Boys Cross Country Teams are hosting a 5K Glow Run/Walk

P.M. at the Fort Ringgold Campus Grounds as well as Joe R. Sanchez Stadium. All funds raised will benefit the Rio Grande City High School Girls and Boys cross country programs. Roma ISD is creating great opportunities for high school students! Lisa Gonzalez, Assistant Coordinator of High School Programs at South Texas College, spoke with Roma High School sophomores about the opportunities available through Dual Enrollment Academies.

Roma ISD School Board Highlights October 2022 Wall of Fame Honorees

Congratulations to the October 2022 Wall of Fame students honored by the Roma ISD School Board at their October 12, 2022 meeting! Roma ISD’s Gladiator Wall of Fame Program shines the light on exemplary students, who are selected for the honor based on citizenship, leadership, academics and extracurricular activities.

The honorees include: Viviana Garcia, Zazil Rodriguez, and Raul Torrecilla of Roma High School; Dayannette Barrera, Jessica Fuentes, and Yomixa Hinojosa of Ramiro Barrera Middle School; Aneilyn A. Garcia, Regina Hernandez, and Jose R. Ramos of Roma Middle School; Jolette Cantu, Alexa Montemayor, and Juan D. Treviño of Delia G. Garcia Elementary School; Kendra Gonzalez, Sailett Maldonado, and Gerardo Reyes Jr. of Emma Vera Elementary School; Edward

Benavides, Grettel De la Garza, and Kaira Orta-Pena of F. J. Scott Elementary School; Esinned Cortez, Kamila S. Garcia, and

Daniel A. Lopez of R. & C. Saenz Elementary School; Giovanni Castillo, Dareyza L. Rios, and Matteo Garza. of R. T. Barrera

Elementary School; and Johan Cisneros, Alan Moreno, and Cesar I. Solis of Veterans Memorial Elementary School.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas

Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by Triple J Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within thirty (30) days after date of this notice and make payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from the placing of vehicles in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Contact Juan J. Lopez, Jr. at 956-735-5144, 6511 E. US Hwy 83, Unit A, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 for information concerning vehicles.

2007 DODGE NITRO WHITE

LP’s: GPK877 MINNESOTA VIN # 1D8GU28KX7W734321

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following:

RFP Number Description Date Due Time 22-23-1041 Truck Driver Training December 6, 2022 2:00 pm Simulator

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 956-872-4681. 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.

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 Billy Langley, Senior Buyer of Purchasing, 956-872-4682 welangle@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.

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.

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

One-Quarter of Texas Traffic Deaths Occur in the State’s Oil and Gas Regions

TxDOT urges drivers to slow down, focus 100% on driving in Texas energy areas

Statistics

• In 2021, more than 79,000 traffic crashes occurred in the state’s five main energy sectors— the Permian Basin, Eagle Ford Shale, Barnett Shale, Anadarko Basin and the Haynesville/ Bossier Shale—resulting in 1,119 fatalities. These deaths accounted for one-quarter of the state’s total traffic fatalities and marked a 20% increase over the previous year.

The Issue

• Oil and gas activity brings increased traffic and more large trucks sharing the road with passenger vehicles in production areas and surrounding

communities. When sharing the road with large trucks, motorists may experience limited visibility, changing road conditions and less room to maneuver should they encounter a road hazard.

Increased truck traffic also leads to more wear and tear on roads, posing challenges to drivers.

Tips

To help keep everyone safe on the road, TxDOT offers these important reminders for motorists:

• Follow the posted speed limit and adjust your driving to match road conditions.

• Focus 100% on driving and put your phone away: no talking or texting when behind the wheel.

• Give large trucks plenty of space. Be patient and pass only

when it’s safe and legal to do so.

• Maintain a safe following distance.

• Never drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

• Obey stop signs and traffic signals.

• Always buckle up—drivers and passengers, day and night. The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3).

This information was received and processed by the department as of April 4, 2022. To view additional traffic safety data, visit TxDOT’s Traffic Safety Data Portal online. Nov. 7, 2000, was the last deathless day on Texas roadways.

Starr County Precinct 2: Advertisement and Invitation for Bids

“Reconstruction of Salineño Community Center Phase #2 Indoor Reconstruction”

Starr County Pct. 2 is requesting bids for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and performance of all work required for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Outer Face or Front Entrance to the Salineño Community Center. The project consists of demolishing and reconstructing the front entrance to the community center.

Bid Documents and Information towards the reconstruction may be obtained at the office of Commissioner Peña in Roma, Texas. The office is located at 500 East Grant St. Roma, Texas at Roma Motor Mart.

Bids will be received until 10:00 a.m. on November 18, 2022 after 10:00 a.m. bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Starr County Pct. 2 office.

The County of Starr reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by Starr County Pct. 2 for a period not to exceed 30 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidder’s qualifications prior to the contract award. All contractors/subcontractors that are debarred, suspended or otherwise excluded from are ineligible for participation.

Bidders / Contractor shall be an Equal Opportunity Firm and practice nondiscrimination. All Bidders/ Contractors must present proper documentation of capability adequate staffing and experience to perform the tasks required. Starr County supports the submission of Bids from historically underutilized businesses. All qualified bidders will receive consideration for selection without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and handicap or as otherwise provided by applicable law.

Miss Starr County Pageant

Texas Preceptor Pi Beta is proud to present the Miss Starr County / Miss RGC Royal Court. This sorority takes great pleasure in showcasing the beauty of Starr County, and offering girls and young women a platform to demonstrate their empowerment, diversity, intelligence, and leadership qualities. This prestigious pageant provides an opportunity for our

youth to promote their social platforms and to encourage others to become more involved in their schools and community.

CITY OF RIO GRANDE CITY

PUBLIC NOTICE

The City of Rio Grande City will hold a public meeting on November 28, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the City Hall, located at 5332 E. US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Texas to inform the general public of the EOC/ Shelter project. This meeting is being held at the request of the funding agency, USDA Rural Development, to acquaint all interested parties on economic and environmental impact, service area, and alternatives in regard to the proposed EOC/Shelter project.

The Rio Grande City Hall is wheelchair accessible and wheelchair accessible parking spaces are available. A request for accommodations and interpretive services must be made 48 hours prior to the meeting. For more information please contact the City Secretary at (956) 4870672.

Preceptor

Pi Beta would like to congratulate the winners and their proud families.

Preceptor Pi Beta is proud to announce this year’s Miss Starr County and her court!

Little Miss RGC - Naetzy Nitzel Ramirez, Miss RGC - Daniela Garza, Miss Starr Co. - Yuni Rhee, Jr. Miss Starr Co. - Jenelle Jay Gonzalez, Little Miss Starr Co. - Mackenzie Rose Lopez, Tiny Miss Starr Co. - Larissa Dianey Gonzalez

Queen: Miss Starr Co. - Yuni Rhee, Miss RGC - Daniela Garza, 1RU - Delilah Elizondo, 2RU - Analiya D. Flemming, 3RU - Lia K. Gutierrez

Jr. Miss: Jr. Miss Starr Co. - Jenelle Jay Gonzalez, 1RU - Meadow Paige Ramos, 2RU - Hailey Lopez, 3RU - Aubrey Karen Benitez

Little Miss: Little Miss Starr Co. - Mackenzie Rose Lopez, Little Miss RGC - Naetzy Nitzel Ramirez, 1RU - Noree Lynn Peña, 2RU - Emily Garza, 3RU - RiAna Giana Sarabia

Tiny Miss: Tiny Miss Starr Co. - Larissa Dianey Gonzalez, 1RU - Alaiza Lili Beltran, 2RU - Daleyza Aymee Guerrero, 3RU - Jaylynn S. Rodriguez

PHOTOS BY: BTA PHOTOGRAPHY 956.353.9613

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer worldwide

According to the World Cancer Research Fund International, lung cancer is the most common cancer in men and the second most common cancer in women.

But even families affected by lung cancer may be surprised to learn that children are not immune to the disease. Though lung cancer is very rarely found in children, kids can get it. The Centers for Disease

Control and Prevention report that cigarette smoking is the number one risk factor for lung cancer, which could be why the disease is so often associated with adults.

However, the National Cancer Institute reports that incidences of lung cancer in children could be genetic. According to the NCI, a specific change in the DICER1 gene increases the risk for a

childhood lung cancer known as pleuropulmonary blastoma, which forms in the tissues of the lung and pleura (the organs between the lungs).

Families with a history of DICER1 syndrome, a rare, inherited disorder caused by a mutation in the DICER1 gene, are urged to speak to a physician about testing children for pleuropulmonary blastoma.

Qualifications:

• Proficient typing, computer, and office management

• Effective organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills

• Bilingual: English and Spanish

• QuickBooks software experience required

• Bookkeeping experience required

• Knowledge in payroll and sales tax reports (preferred) but not required

Please email resume to mario@mendezandrobles.com

Qualifications:

• Proficient typing, computer, and office management

• Effective organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills

• Bilingual: English and Spanish

• Income Tax preparation experience preferred

• QuickBooks software experience preferred

• Bookkeeping experience required

• Knowledge in payroll and sales tax reports (preferred) but not required

• Bachelor’s

Veterans Memorial Elementary School 5th Graders Act As Teachers to Young Students

9th Annual Roma Walk All Over Cancer!!

Raul Torrecilla Gives Excellent Presentation

Supporting our Friends and Family who are Fighters and Admiring the Survivors. Never giving up Hope. #HerFightIsMyFight

Veterans Memorial Elementary 5th Grade Science classes presented to all students on Animal Adaptations: Skulls and Skins. It was a great chance for the younger students to learn from older students in a hands-on activity about animal adaptations, and make animal track rubbings. Great job Patriots!

Thank you to Roma High School student Raul Torrecilla for giving an excellent presentation on the character trait “responsibility” at the recent Roma ISD School Board Meeting!

GFWC Club Presents “Meet our Heroes” to Middle School Students

Chairing the event was GFWC Club President Elia Ramos. Member Maribel Montemayor, principal of Ringgold Middle School, coordinated the event with Mrs. Ramos, bringing all the RMS seventh grade students. Sister Colette Kraus, SSND, brought the seventh and eighth graders from Immaculate Conception School.

Cathy Rubio spoke as Emma Trejo, the older sister of Korean Conflict POW, Gilberto Trejo. In 1952 Mr. Trejo and others from his troop were taken captive by the North Koreans. After two months of torturous captivity, Mr. Trejo and his comrades were liberated by US forces. Gilberto Trejo returned to Rio Grande City where he married, had six children, and was a Building Trades instructor for the school district.

The story of U.S. Army Cpl. Gregorio Barrera, former POW, WWII- Pacific was recounted through the portrayal of his mother,

Genoveva Barrera, by F.J. Scott Woman’s Club member, Dalinda Guillen. Gregorio Barrera was a prisoner of war and survivor of the Bataan Death March during WWII in the Pacific. Barrera was a proud, yet humble veteran of the US Army who survived one of the most horrific episodes of World War II. Known as a hometown hero, a plaza on northern Britton Ave. was named in his honor.

John A. Shuford’s story was told by Tissa Peterson, speaking as Johnny’s devoted wife of 64 years, Helen Valentine Shuford. For his courage under fire, 1st Lt. Shuford received the Presidential Unit Citation, the combat infantry badge, the Purple Heart after being wounded in France, the Bronze Star, and the Silver Star. His Silver Star medal nomination, by direction of the president, read… “Lt. Shuford’s courage and devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the armed forces of the United States.”

Portraying the role of Pilar Recio de Canales, wife of Manuel Canales, Nelda Laurel shared with the students about the heartache and anguish the Canales family had to endure in 1945. Via telegram, the family was notified that Arcadio, their youngest son, was killed in action on January 5 at the age of 19. Three months later, their

second son, Ernesto, was killed in action on April 27 at the age of 27.

A proclamation by Judge Joe M. Martinez Jr. on Veterans Day, 1987, stated that in recognition of the sacrifice of Arcadio and Ernesto Canales and the loss of the Canales family of two siblings from Starr County given for our country, Third Street in Rio Grande City would be designated as Canales Brothers Avenue.

Jeannie Anderson shared the story of Eloy Ruben Valle from the perspective of his college sweetheart. Eloy was drafted while attending college at the University of Texas Pan American. He fought valiantly for the United States in Vietnam for three months as an Army Specialist Four before being killed in action. Eloy was awarded the Purple Heart for his brave service.

Other GFWC members served as assistants at each of the stations, as seventh grade students from Ringgold Middle School and seventh and eighth grade students from Immaculate School attended the event and rotated in groups to each station to “Meet our Heroes.” All then attended and participated in the VFW program honoring all Veterans at 11:00 a.m. on 11/11 at the Veterans’ plot.