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RGCCISD would like to congratulate Rio Grande High School mariachi students, Kassandra Falcon (9th) and Kenya Lazo (9th), for advancing as ﬁnalists in the Mariachi Vargas Extravaganza National Vocal Competition. The competition will take place Saturday, December 2nd at the Lila Cockrell Theatre in San Antonio.

Valeria Garza, Francisco Garcia Jr., and Victoria Rosa Qualify for Mariachi Vargas Solo Competition Congratulations to Valeria Garza from F.J. Scott Elementary School, Francisco Garcia Jr. and Victoria Rosa from Roma Middle School, who have all been selected as competitors in the Mariachi Vargas Vocal Contest! They will represent their schools and Roma at the competition in December in San Antonio, TX. We wish all three Gladiators the best of luck!!

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RGC native, Dominique Villarreal gets sworn in as an attorney Dominique Villarreal (Nikki) a May 2017, graduate of the University of Houston Law Center (a Tier 1 law school in the prestigious Carnegie Research University ranking) was sworn in at the Starr County Courthouse on November 17, 2017, by the Honorable Judge Romero Molina, a University of Houston law Center alumni. Nikki is presently working in Houston, Texas for SOS Boat People, where she is legal counsel, dedicated to Vietnamese-American civic and political activism. Nikki is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Basilio Villarreal and sister to Chico & Eloy Villarreal. She

is the maternal granddaughter of Mr. & Mrs. Adalberto Gonzalez(†) and paternal granddaughter of Mr. Basilio Villarreal(†) and Mrs. Socorro Villarreal. Nikki is also the proud niece of distinguished band director Mr. Roel Elizondo.

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Kudos to our Roma ISD Mariachi Program, which for the 5th consecutive year earned the most chairs at the Middle School Region Mariachi auditions in November! For Ramiro Barrera Middle School, Jelayne Barrera earned 2nd Chair in Vocal Alto Group B; Juan G. Lopez earned 1st chair in Vihuela Group A; Daniel Garcia earned 3rd Chair in Guitarron Group B; Ruben Reyes earned 1st Chair in Guitar Group A; Jacob Barrera earned 1st Chair in Harp Group A; Francisco Uribe earned 2nd Chair in Trumpet Group A;

and Joel Gomez earned 4th Chair, Gailiea Paz earned 5th Chair, Daniel Reyes earned 7th chair and Viviana Garcia earned 2nd Chair Alternate in Violin Group A. For Roma Middle School Victoria Rosa earned 2nd Chair for Vocal Soprano; Cesar Rios earned 2nd Chair in Vihuela; Ramon Madrigal earned 1st Chair in Guitarron; Manuel Olivarez earned 5th Chair in Trumpet; Ricardo Muniz earned 2nd Chair in Guitar; Eric Santana earned 8th Chair in Guitar Alternate 1; Francisco Garcia earned 2nd Chair, Adrianna Martinez earned OPEN MON-SUN 7AM-7PM

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3rd Chair and Hannah Garza earned 9th Chair in Violin Group A; and Ociel Barrera earned 3rd Chair, Angelina Martinez earned 4th Chair, Ximena Garcia earned 5th Chair, Melissa Pomares earned 7th Chair and Analisa Pena earned 8th Chair in Violins Group B. Congratulations to the outstanding student musicians from Ramiro Barrera Middle School and Roma Middle School, as well as their teachers and proud parents! The students are taught by Eloy Garza, Abiel Hinojosa and Jose A. Delgadillo.

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Roque Guerra, Jr. Elementary received an overwhelming response to their Adopt-A-School Dollar Drive! RGE students, parents, faculty and staﬀ came together to donate $1,500 to the Kimmie Brown Elementary Broncos in Dayton, TX to aid those families who were faced with the daunting task of replacing clothing, shoes and school supplies in the wake of the Hurricane Harvey devastation. A sincere thank you to all who helped the COLTS HELP THE BRONCOS!

RGCCISD SALUTES OUR VETERANS

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On Friday November, 10 Rio Grande City CISD held a Veteran’s Day Luncheon and Program where over forty Veterans and their families attended. The Veterans were treated to a lunch and individual portraits taken and printed by the district’s Public Relations Office and the Technology Department. After the Luncheon the Veterans headed to the Fort Ringgold Auditorium for the Veterans Program. All the students who attended the program stood up and proudly waved US flags as the Veterans entered and made their way down the aisle. Guest speaker Reymundo Alvarez Jr. gave a heartfelt speech about his journey of being a Veteran and an educator. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, administration and staff, we extend our gratitude to the Veterans for their service to this great nation.

Superintendent of Schools Alfredo Garcia, School Board Members: President Daniel Garcia, Vice President Eduardo “Eddie” Ramirez, Dr. Daria “Dr.B” Babineaux, Judith Amanda Solis, Dr. Norberto Cantu Jr. Leticia O. Lopez, Eleazar Velasquez Jr.

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†JESUS GARZA (1ST AN.) by Wife & Family SUNDAY NOVEMBER 26TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 23RD - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. THANKSGIVING MASS FRIDAY NOVEMBER 24TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †FRANCISCA GUERRA (AN.) by Ella Saenz & Sisters †LEONEL L. PEÑA by Angie & Family †RUBEN KLEIN by Maria Guadalupe Treviño †ROEL ANGEL MOLINA, JR. (4TH AN.) by Sus Papas y Familia

SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †BRISIA DE ANDA (3RD AN.) by Familia De Anda †MARIA ELENA PEÑA by Esposo e Hijos †EMMA T. GLORIA (10TH AN.) by Family †ARNOLDO RODRIGUEZ by Rodriguez-Vasquez Family †MARGARITA MARTINEZ (AN.) by Vanessa & Family SUNDAY NOVEMBER 26TH - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family

†ALEJANDRA R. GARCIA (1ST AN.) by Family †FOR ALL THE LOST SOULS by UTRGV Nursing Program 1:00 P.M. †SIXTO FLORES, JR. by Wife & Family †EVANGELINA “KINA” VILLARREAL & ESTER LOPEZ by Rosalinda Lopez †HERBEY BARRERA, JR. by Sus Padres †MAXIMO PEÑA, JR. (AN.) by Familia Peña 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF JESUS & MARIA ALVAREZ by Family 5:00 P.M. †ENRIQUE GARZA by Family †REQUERIO GUERRERO by Children †AMPARO BARCENAS (16TH AN.) by Su Familia †DALIA GARCIA (2ND AN.) by Family

Logo Contest for 2018 Fair - Honoring First Responders The Starr County Fair Association is announcing our annual theme / logo contest for students! We are accepting entries for our theme and logo contests for the 2018 fair. The board has

chosen to dedicate this year’s fair to honoring all First Responders, and we ask that this be incorporated into the entries in some fashion. Students from 1st through 12th

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Friends are like family in a time of need. They come together in unity to assist in any and every possible way. We, the family of Emma Gloria Garza extend our most sincere appreciation to each and every individual who gave of their time through prayers, visits, donations, and especially during the BBQ Benefit. On behalf of family and the LFD Staff, we express our sincere gratitude.

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grade who attend school in or reside in Starr County can enter in either (or both) categories. A winner will be chosen in each category and will receive a $100 cash prize, along with two 3-day passes to the fair. The entry can have both a theme and a logo incorporated together (and will compete in both categories) or can be just a theme or just a logo.

We look forward to seeing the creativity of our local students! Please submit entries to starrcountyfair@aol.com, inbox them to the Starr County Fair page on Facebook, or drop them oﬀ at the law oﬃce of Lori Peterson Perez, 400 N. Britton Avenue, on or before Monday, November 27, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. Good luck to all! Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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US Air Force Veteran - Noe L. Sanchez, 87, of McAllen, TX passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in South Padre Island, TX on Monday, November 20, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife, Minerva D. Sanchez, and

his daughter Nelma L. Sanchez; he was preceded in death by sons Noe L. Sanchez Jr. and Norberto Leo Sanchez, and siblings Alma Hill (sister) and Romeo Sanchez (brother). A loving husband and caring father, Noe was born in McAllen, Texas. He had a passion for teaching and education, and retired from the Rio Grande City School District where he taught for over 30 years. Rio Grande City will always hold a special place in his and his wife’s heart where they started their lives together, raised a family, and spent many years supporting and contributing to their beloved community, and establishing lifelong friendships with their friends, students and faculty members. He enjoyed ﬁshing, dancing with his wife of 57 years and sunsets and walks on the beach at South Padre Island. Visitation will be Tuesday Nov 21 from 6-8 pm with a Rosary at 7 pm. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church followed by interment at La Pied ad Cemetery. In lieu of ﬂowers the family requests donations be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 306 S. 15th St., McAllen, TX 78501 or to The Noe L. Sanchez Scholarship Fund, Rio Grande City Schools, P.O. Box 651, McAllen, TX 78505.

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.

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Ringgold Elementary Donated to “Casa de Esperanza” Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Fall Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary held a Fall Pumpkin Decorating Contest. Every homeroom was given a pumpkin to decorate as their favorite storybook character. The pumpkin had to be displayed outside their classroom door along with a cover of the book or actual book the character was from. We would like to thank Mr. Omar Riojas and Mrs Marlene Mendoza from Public On Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Alberto Escobedo and RGCCISD district officials visited Ringgold Relations for taking the time to visit our campus and selecting a winner. The winning homeroom received a Elementary to greet and thank our student council for hosting a canned good drive that began in the month pizza party. WINNING HOMEROOM: 3rd Grade / Mrs. Rose Guajardo. CONGRATULATIONS!!!! of October through the November. Mr. Escobedo was gladly appreciative for their service and assisting him with “Casa de Esperanza.” He expressed his thoughts, ambitions and his value of continued support to our RGC community. Thank you to all of our Ringgold Elementary student council, students, parents and staff for the donation that will truly assist Mr. Escobedo’s nonprofit organization “Casa de Esperanza” on the mission for “Food for the body, kindness for the soul, and hope for the future..”

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On Friday, November 10 Grulla High School had their It's a Small World Homecoming where they crowned this years King and Queen. The Homecoming Court for Preperatory for Early College High School and the Beaus and Sweethearts for the different organizations were also recognized. Early College High School Homecoming Court: Freshmen class Baroness Sofia Pena and Baron Daniel Reyna, Sophomore class Duchess, Ilani Solis and Duke Ryan Lopez, Junior class Princess Katia Villarreal and Prince Marco Toscano, Senior class Queen Monique Rosa and King Valdemar Pena Grulla High School 2017-2018 Homecoming Court 2017-2018 Freshmen class Baroness Annette Trevino and Baron: Israel Ontiveros. Sophomore class Duchess: Marlynn Gutierrez and Duke: Gonzalo Montalvo Jr Junior class Princess: Gabriela Araiza and Prince: Abraham Salinas. First Runners up: Maxine Solis and Derek Solis. Homecoming Queen: Anahi Bazan Homecoming King: Joshua Lopez.

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Thank you to Starr Readers for the organization’s generous donation of one new book to all 1st Grade students at Roma ISD! The organization’s founder, Karen Furlong, visited with students and presented the children with a brand new copy of “Frozen”. The softcover book included a read-

along CD that would allow the students an added opportunity to hear the book read to them or to read along with the CD. Furlong has been bringing books to Starr County students since 2008. Her passion for assisting Starr County students stems from her own connection

to Rio Grande City where her grandparents resided for more than 60 years. “I vividly remember spending holidays and summers at my grandparents’ house in Rio, picking up books and falling in love with reading there and now I just hope these kids will share

that love,” she said. “Reading can take you anywhere.” Furlong’s organizational mission, stated simply on her Web site, is to “enamor children with reading at an early age to encourage a lifetime of joy which books can provide.” During her visit at each campus, she encouraged the students to always keep a book nearby and read as much as possible to not only learn, but to appreciate that books can open you to a world of possibilities you didn’t know existed. “We sincerely thank Ms. Furlong for her continued generosity to the students of Starr County and specifically Roma ISD,” said Roma ISD Superintendent Carlos Guzman. “Some of our students are not in a position to afford to own their own books and this meant a lot to them. I know they were overjoyed and some of them just couldn’t believe that they could actually take the books home! You know it makes a real difference and it’s a lesson that will stick with our students when they see someone like Ms. Furlong go out of her way to do something so nice for them. She gave them the gift of literacy, but she’s spreading the gift of generosity and we are very grateful.” For more information about Starr Readers visit http://www. starrreaders.com/index.html.

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NIMS Ranks South Texas College 10th nationwide The National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) has ranked South Texas College among the top 10 in the nation when it comes to credentialing students entering the workforce. South Texas College ranks as the 10th busiest credentialing location in the United States as of Sept. 20, 2017 with 163 credentials issued since Jan. 1. STC also ranks as the 11th busiest credentialing location in the United States over a ﬁve year period, with 1,065 credentials issued since Jan. 1, 2012. “South Texas College is focused on creating a high-skilled, technology based economy putting the Valley at the heart of rapid response manufacturing and our involvement with accrediting bodies like NIMS not only keeps us at the cutting-edge of industry, but gives us a competitive edge in

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The 2017 Immaculate Conception School Fall Raffle was held on Saturday, November 11, 2017 during the Jamaica sponsored by Immaculate Conception Church. We Congratulate Mr. Crisanto Veterans Middle School is proud to announce the VMS Students of Guerra, who won the grand prize, a 2017 Ford Escape. Maria Elena the Month for October 2017. These students were selected based on Olivarez, Principal, staff and parents would like to thank everyone academic achievement and superior character traits. Congratulations who participated in the raffle. to these students for promoting and taking pride in Veterans Middle School and in themselves! Pictured above is Mr. Enrique Cantu, VMS Principal, congratulating the Students of the Month for October: Jesse Alvarado, Arturo Pena III, Carlos D. Guerra, Ismael Pena, Arturo Martinez, Emily Martinez, and Luis Ortiz (not pictured).

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Texas Ethics Commission Experts To Answer Questions, Explain How to Avoid Ethics Violations  The Texas Ethics Commission (TEC) will host its 2017 Fall Ethics Training on Thursday, Nov. 30, 1- 5 p.m., at the Texas A&M International University Student Center (Room 231) in Laredo, Senator Judith Zaffirini announced.    The workshop will focus on topics that are relevant and timely for elected officeholders, candidates, campaign treasurers, and volunteers. These include the Dos and Don’ts of campaign reporting, advertising and financing. Equally important, TEC experts will show attendees how to comply with statutory requirements and how to avoid fines (often $500-$15,000) and other negative consequences of violating ethics requirements. “I am delighted that TEC will host this popular training in Laredo for the first time,” Senator Zaffirini said. “The event usually is held in larger cities, but officeholders, candidates and other leaders in South Texas expressed a keen interest in receiving this important training at a convenient location close to home.” To register and for more information contact Patti Shannon at the Texas Ethics Commission, 512/463-5809. Registration also may be completed online via https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/ tec/TrainingSession-Laredo2017RegisterNow-v2.html. Anyone interested, including journalists, will be welcomed! Senator Zaffirini is a longtime champion for strengthening ethics regulations and preventing cronyism and corruption. What’s more, she has sponsored and passed five bills improving processes and procedures at the Texas Ethics Commission, thereby enhancing efficiency and accountability for candidates and officeholders. “Texas’ ethics requirements are an important public accountability tool, and it is critical that candidates, officeholders, campaign treasurers and volunteers understand and adhere to them,” Senator Zaffirini said. “This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to learn the current rules and identify ways to avoid fines.”

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Jesus Maria “Chuy” Alvarez

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Growing up on Alvarez Rd. in Starr County, TX. I was the youngest of five of a family that were migrant workers and Spanish was the first language. It was at this time that I learned of the creation of the Declaration of Independence “the foundation for this new and Independent Nation, 201 years after its adoption the year was 1978 and 241 years as of today and the fact that of the 56 signers of the declaration, 25 were lawyers” Texas Bar Journal That’s what inspired me to be a lawyer. Why is this important because it was a way to change or have an impact and influence to change the course of history; you don’t need to be the loudest person in the room or even the most remembered. You can be the Best Mom, Neighbor, Teacher, Coach, Priest, Police Officer, Firefighter and Doctor etc. You can be that person or mentor you can be that thinker, that mediator or that volunteer, but you need to work hard day in day out everyday to be the Best. The declaration was a historic first step in what remains an ongoing fight for liberty; a fight we defense lawyers continue. Never doubt the importance of the work done by all the great lawyers who came before us especially here in Starr, Duval County and Rio Grande Valley. Where I was privileged to learn and accept everyone as my teachers or mentors. They were indeed the best criminal lawyers in Texas back in 80’s & 90’s. I learned from the very best. Thanks to my colleagues that are in heaven may you all RIP love you-miss you! ! Also, thanks to those lawyers that remain to fight for liberty and continue the good deeds. Now that those great lawyers planted the seed. Here we are with this honor of being the 10 Best Attorney in Texas. The experience that they gave me. Also, the many

years of experience I have gotten over the last 33 years. They sure didn’t come without a big sacrifice. It came by hard work every day without ever thinking of a personal reward or a personal advantage or gain. You must dedicate your life to serving your clients 100% because they depend on us in time of need. While it is hard to stay focused and not be influenced by politicians, family, money or social media; as a Lawyer I took an oath “to support the Constitution of the United States and the State of Texas and will honestly demean myself in the practice of Law, I will also discharge my duty to my clients to the best of my ability.” Lastly, while I have tried over 300 jury cases in over 200 counties in Texas and over 30 states in USA and by average handled 700 cases a year of Personal Injury, Immigration, Criminal, Divorce, Real Estate etc. It is always about serving the clients without reservation. It cannot go unsaid without good family, friends, clients, staff and formidably opposition this honor and recognition wouldn’t have been possible. I am certainly surprised by my success. To be fair, getting to this point doesn’t come without hundreds of sleepless nights, but it also comes with a tremendous amount of people who push you and believe in what you are trying to accomplish. To the people of the great State of Texas, Starr County and Rio Grande Valley thank you all for your strong encouragements and help. We did it together even if you didn’t notice. I will continue to serve and respect personally every client that walks in my life and respect them with the same force of character, intellect and winning personality that defines my life. Enjoy, God Bless! Sincerely Jesus Maria “Chuy” Alvarez

PRESS RELEASE J.M. "Chuy" Alvarez Has Been Nominated and Accepted as a 2017 AIOCLA’S 10 Best in Texas For Client Satisfaction The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of New Texas’s Criminal Law Attorney J.M. "Chuy" Alvarez as 2017 10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Criminal Law attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the "10 Best" list must pass AIOCLA's rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research and AIOCLA’s independent evaluation. AIOCLA's annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process. One of the most significant aspects of the selection process involves attorneys' relationships and reputation among his or her clients. As clients should be an attorney's top priority, AIOCLA places the utmost emphasis on selecting lawyers who have achieved significant success in the field of Criminal Law without sacrificing the service and support they provide. Selection criteria therefore focus on attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of Client Satisfaction. We congratulate J.M. "Chuy" Alvarez on this achievement and we are honored to have him as a 2017 AIOCLA Member. You can contact J.M. "Chuy" Alvarez directly at: 956-487-4871.

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Make It to the Table: Don’t Drink Ringgold Elementary Participated at the RGC High School Homecoming and Drive this Thanksgiving Eve Watch UR BAC urges consumers to plan a sober ride As millions of Americans get on the roads to travel home and spend the Thanksgiving holiday reconnecting with friends and loved ones, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s Watch UR BAC program is serving them a reminder: “Make It to the Table: Don’t Drink and Drive this Thanksgiving Eve.” The Wednesday night before Thanksgiving is a cultural phenomenon called “Thanksgiving Eve,” an evening associated with drinking and a big night for bars. From 2012 to 2016, more than 800 people died in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday period (6:00 p.m.

Wednesday to 5:59 a.m. Monday), making it the deadliest holiday on our roads. Watch UR BAC and the National Highway Traﬃc Safety Administration will be running a blitz social media campaign, “Make It to the Table: Don’t Drink and Drive this Thanksgiving Eve.” On Nov. 22, the day before Thanksgiving, all of Watch UR BAC’s social media channels will be exclusively sharing content on the importance of not drinking and driving, and planning ahead for a sober ride home – a true takeover. Social posts, Instagram images, and tweets with hashtags #buzzeddriving and #designateddriver will be

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South Texas College Announces Holiday Break Hours for Fall 2017/Spring 2018

South Texas College will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day Nov. 23-24. Classes and services will resume on Nov. 27 through Dec. 15 Campuses will be closed from Dec. 21 – Jan. 1 for Winter Break. Students Services oﬃces will be open to students at the Pecan, Mid-Valley and Starr County campuses, as follows: Nov. 22 8am-5pm Dec. 18-20 9am-4pm Jan. 2 9am-4pm Jan.3 Regular hours of operation Registration and online services are available 24/7 through the college’s online

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John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary cheerleaders cheered at the Homecoming Game. Also, first grade Ramiro Barrera Middle School Cheerleaders and Student Council participated and represented Roma ISD Gifted & Talented students Nathan Avila, Yaritza Flores and Eduardo Alaffa participated during the at the 4th Annual City of Roma “Walk All Over Cancer,” Community Walk. halftime presentation. The theme was “Around the World”. The students wore Chinese attire and the backdrop was a beautifully decorated Chinese dragon. Principal Marissa Saldivar would like to thank her staff for their dedication, the parents for their support and the students for doing an outstanding job!

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North Grammar Elementary 1st Six Weeks Honor Roll Ms. Nora Rivera, principal at North Grammar Elementary, proudly announces the honor roll for the 1st six weeks. PRE-KINDER Miss Victoria Trigo “A” Isaiah Acevedo, Jasmin Garcia, Kaylen Hernandez, ,Roxann Lara, Leanny Leal, Aubrey Mendoza, Joe Daniel Mijares, Ediel Moreno, America Morin, Jesus Quiroz, Brandon Rios Reyna, Bryan Valadez, Ryan Gonzalez, Cornelio Camacho, Jorge Trevino, San Juanita Adame, Richard Vasquez, Jr. Mrs. Erika Guerra “A” Andres Aguilera, Ixael Alvarez, Felix Briceno, Zaniah Cabrera, Analia Cruz, Elizabeth Cruz, Hailey Escamilla, Angel Gonsalez, Everardo Gonzalez, Reynold Lucas, Skylinn Martinez, Dylan Barrera, Bridgette Rosales, Damian Salinas, Desiree Gomez

Ms. S. J. Garcia “A” Daney De la Garza, Miguel A. Duran, Emmanuel Garcia, Eiza Garcia, Fabian Gonzalez, Ian A. Ibarra Sandoval, Martie K. Jaramillo, Juan Pablo Pena, Robert Ramirez, Jonathan R. Reyes, Kaylee Rincon, Maria Luisa Zarate, Hailey L. Chapa, Josiel Gonzalez, Iker Bustos, Emma M. Castro KINDERGARTEN Mrs. Cinthia Perez “A” Nicole Alonso, Victor Guerra, Ediel Hernandez, Prissila Rocha, Cesar Villarreal, Valerie Villarreal “A&B” Eliseo Garza, Rolando Gonzalez, Ana L. Ibarra, Jessica Orozco, Alfredo Ortiz, Galilea Reyna, Cheyla Salinas, Gerardo Tanguma Mrs. Marisol Rios “A” Adalyn Galvan, Chanel Gonzalez, Cristian Martinez, Bridget Perez, Aubree Reyes, Kristine R. Roiz,

Christian Zurita, Jonathan Perez “A&B” Julian Cabrera, Jacqueline Falcon, Eric R. Garcia, Tiana Tamez, Jayden Vela Mr. Jose F. Garcia “A” Tristan J. Gamez, Dylan J. Garza, Devoni N. Gonzalez, Kimberly S. Lucatero, Madison A. Marks, Romero A. Rodriguez “A&B” Luis A. Banda, Ashley Gonzalez, Tatiana Hinojosa Mrs. Veronica B. de Sanchez “A” Alexa Gomez, Yaima D. Meraz “A&B” Soﬁa Barrera, Brittney Trevino, Kimberly Trevino FIRST GRADE Mrs. Dayna Trillayes “A” DeeAndra N. Garza, Luis F. Gonzalez, Lynea R. Lara, Vianney L. Martinez, Adlih Y. Perez, Kaylee Ramirez, Audrey Ruiz

A&B” Monica Mendoza, Mikaela R. Molina, Daeylnn D. Reyna, Geronimo A. Salinas, Isaiah R. Siller, Sebastian Solis Miss Dayna Rivera “A” Cyrielle Alvarez, Eloy Amador, Nicolas Dominguez, Yaritza Garcia, Crystal Gonzalez, Isamar Perez, Ashley Ramos, Sophie Vela “A&B” Ivan Gonzalez, Ashanti Gutierrez, Leon Maltos, Isaac Robles, Alyssa Vargas Ms. Martha Trevino “A” Emely Adame, Adanely Blanco, Angel Castro, Catherine Gonzalez, Eduardo Gonzalez, Juan Lanas, Carlos Luna, Cesar Luna, Cynthia Medina, Danika Santiago “A&B” Barbara Camacho, Robert Hernandez, Enrique Perez Saenz, Angel Reyes, Eliseo Sanchez Mrs. Eunice Villarreal “A” Angel Balderas, Dayana Barron, Dylan Chapa, Eusebio Hinojosa, Kendra Lopez, Valeria Luera, Natasha Mijares, Erika Nunez, Karoline Valverde “A&B” Ashley Cruz, Esteban De la Garza, Janaiza Diaz, Juan Gonzalez, Jazlyn Jimenez, Iza Maldonado

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CSP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) # 18-09 Solid Waste Services 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 or call 956-716-6810 or via email purchasing@rgccisd.org. Competitive Sealed Proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, 1 South Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, Tuesday, December 5, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the abovementioned time. Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district. Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent

“A&B” Andrea Covarrubias, Jorge Jaime Garcia, Jr., Julianne Hernandez Mr. Adrian Garcia “A” Sebastian Garcia “A&B” Graciela Briceno, Maritza Lucatero, Steven Martinez, Rhaelyn Ochoa, George Perez, Brianna Rincon, Dozani Rodriguez Mrs. Sylvia Vela “A” Clarissa Garcia, Kendra Gonzalez, Sophia Ramirez, Abdiel Vazquez “A&B” Daniela Garcia, Gael Garza, Anaiza Guzman, Miguel Martinez, Bryan Moreno, Carlos Reyes, Annette Reyna Mrs. Graciela Garza “A&B” Katelyn Chapa, Pedro De la Torre, Oscar Garza, Ricardo Gonzalez FOURTH GRADE Mrs. Armandina Garza “A” Nadalee Arredondo, Dezaree Martinez “A&B” Manuel Chapa, Samantha Gudino, Kristal N. Ortiz, Karla Vargas, Cesar Pena, Jr. Mrs. Maria Bravo “A&B” Lizbeth S. Carmona, Anna P. Estrada, Gabriela Nunez Sanchez, Nemuel Pena Rios Mrs. Ana M. Ramirez “A” Noe Mijares, Gerardo Vela “A&B” Alexa Clarke, Ana P. Gomez, Jaylene Gomez, Delilah Mireles, Yaleitzy Mireles Mr.Castulo Solis “A&B” Akisha Herrera, Alfredo Herrera,Alfredo Moreno, Yatzelliz Rodriguez FIFTH GRADE Mr. Ben Benavidez “A&B” Sadie Cabrera, Joshua Guerra, Kimberly Rivera, Diego Rodriguez, Ailyn Villarreal Miss Jessica Saenz “A&B” Victor Conteras, Isabella Garza, Jose F. Garza, Melanie Portillo, Krystal Vargas Ms. Veronica Perez “A” Jesus Portillo, Oscar Trevino “A&B” Jose Alaﬀa, Emma Buentello, Diandra Rodriguez, Juan Villarreal Mrs. Lizel Lopez “A” Irais Barrera, Summer Bazan “A&B” Eduardo Amezquita, Juan Briceno, Hugo Cruz, Jessica De la Cruz

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GHS and GMS ACE Program gives thanks to Grulla community by celebrating a traditional parent/student holiday dinner prepared by Texas ACE students & staff The Ace students & staff shared a bountiful Thanksgiving Meal on November 14-15, 2017 with their parents at the Grulla community. The celebration was part of the Family Engagement Specialist community involvement initiative for Grulla, Texas . Grulla High School Principal, Mr. Julio, Equia welcomed all the ACE parent and their students & the community on November 14, as the evening feast was shared from 5:308:00p.m. Mrs. Aide Gutierrez, FES &

Adrian Ozuna English Teacher gave a short synopsis of the ACE program to all attending and introduced the ACE staff and director Mrs. Adelina G. Villarreal. Mr. Rene Pena, principal @ Grulla Middle School welcomed the aCe students & their parents on November 14. Mr. Benito Saenz gave the invocation accompanied by his lovely wife. The Grulla community was entertained by the ACE accordion students under the direction of Mr. Elijio Salinas , ACE accordion teacher .

The students played several traditional polkas & sang. The crowd was overjoyed and also were entertained by the GMS Crane Cheerleaders under the direction of Mrs. Crystal Soto. One of the highlights of the evening was surprising the principal Mr. Rene Pena, with the traditional “ Mananitas” played by the Ace accordion group and sang by all in attendance. He was also presented with a Birthday cake by Araceli Cadena. The traditional Thanks giving feast was shared with nearly 500 community members

that evening. Special thanks to Mrs. Maribel Villarreal for preparing all the sides for both days . Special thanks to the Hector Barrera family for volunteering the entire family to serve and assist in this community event. The ACE immediate staff consists of Mrs. Melinda Hernandez, GHS ACE coordinator, Mrs. Maribel Villarreal, GMS ACE coordinator, Mrs. Aide Gutierrez, FES for both schools. A Happy Holiday Season to all, especially the RGCCISD students . Happy Thanksgiving to all.

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STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, NOVEMBER 22, 2017, SECTION II, PAGE 5

DPS Urges Drivers to Fill Up Cornyn, Blumenthal Bill to Protect Children from Online Predators Signed Into Law Background: President signed into law assistance, and prevention and Chiefs Police Association. on Safety for Thanksgiving theThePROTECT The PROTECT Our Children community education. Our Children Senator John Cornyn, a As Texans prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding motorists to make safety a priority and to enjoy the holiday weekend responsibly. “Thanksgiving should be a time of celebration with family and friends, and we are encouraging everyone to take some simple but potentially life-saving steps to celebrate responsibly,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “DPS Troopers will also be on the lookout for drivers who needlessly endanger others by disregarding the law. Everyone, especially motorists, has a part to play in keeping our roadways safe, and it is imperative that you take this responsibility seriously.” DPS Troopers, and other Texas law enforcement agencies, will be patrolling aroundthe-clock during the holiday weekend looking for drunk drivers, speeders, seat belt violators, and other motorists who are endangering themselves or the public. During the Thanksgiving weekend in 2016, DPS troopers issued 51,592 traffic citations and warnings for a variety of violations, including speeding, no insurance and seat belt/child safety seat usage. DPS patrols also resulted in 275 driving while intoxicated arrests, 198 fugitive

arrests and 141 felony arrests during the same time period. DPS offers the following tips for safe travel during the Thanksgiving holiday: •Do not drink and drive. •Slow down – especially in bad weather, construction areas, heavy traffic and unfamiliar areas. •Eliminate distractions while driving, including the use of mobile devices. •Buckle up everyone in the vehicle – it’s the law. •Don’t drive fatigued – allow plenty of time to reach your destination. •Drive defensively, as holiday travel may present additional challenges. •Before your trip begins, make sure your vehicle is properly maintained and always double check to make sure all cargo is secure. •Slow down or move over for police, fire, EMS, Texas Department of Transportation vehicles and tow trucks that are stopped on the side of the road with emergency lights activated – it’s the law. Also, show the same courtesy to fellow drivers stopped along the road. •Monitor weather and road conditions (https://drivetexas. org) wherever you are traveling. In the event of inclement weather, use extra caution on roadways.

Thousands of people line the streets of midtown Manhattan every year to catch a glimpse of the balloons and performers marching in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Millions more will tune in to watch it on television. The Macy’s parade is intertwined with Thanksgiving, making it as much a part of the holiday as turkey and pumpkin pie. The parade has evolved throughout the years, and the history of the parade is both interesting and informational. Historians believe the parade was instituted by European immigrants who made up the majority of employees at the retail giant Macy’s. In the 1920s, employees who were now proud Americans wanted to celebrate with traditions that were similar to traditions in Europe. This included a parade down the streets. Animals were borrowed from the Central Park Zoo, bands played and

marchers wore different costumes. In 1927, concern for children lining the parade route led parade officials to replace live animals with the signature helium balloons people now know and love. A dragon and Felix the Cat were some of the first balloons. The festivities continued to grow during the 1930s, when Santa was added to the parade’s growing list of participants. 1933 was the only year that Santa led the parade rather than closed it. During World War II, the parade was put on hiatus, as the rubber for the balloons and the helium was donated to the war effort. The parade resumed in 1945 and was televised only in New York. The 1947 film “Miracle on 34th Street” made the parade even more popular. NBC televised the parade nationwide the following year, drawing viewers from all over the country.

History of the Thanksgiving parade

Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT). This legislation will reauthorize the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program, a national network of 61 coordinated task forces representing 3,500 federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies that combat online child exploitation across the country. U.S. Senators Dean Heller (R-NV) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) are original cosponsors. “Equipping law enforcement with the tools they need is vital to protecting our most vulnerable online,” Sen. Cornyn said. “I’m grateful to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and to the President for supporting victims and the law enforcement agencies that combat and prevent these crimes.” “The PROTECT Act reauthorizes critical task force programs – empowering state and local law enforcement to combat child abuse, protect survivors, and prosecute perpetrators who prey on the vulnerable. This significant bipartisan bill is a solid step forward in the fight against predators and the horrific crime of child exploitation – and a warning against any criminal who would exploit our children online. I am proud to see this critical measure become law,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “I applaud the President for signing our bill to help protect children from predators,” said Sen. Heller. “This bipartisan legislation will empower local law enforcement – like police departments across Nevada – with the tools they need to more effectively pursue criminals who abuse and exploit children. I thank Senators Cornyn and Blumenthal for their leadership on this proposal, and I’m honored to have been part of the team to push it over the finish line.” “As a former prosecutor, I know the importance of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program for our law enforcement officials,” Sen. Klobuchar said. “This law will help us continue this critical collaborative effort to protect children from predators on the internet.”

Act, originally passed in 2008, authorized the ICAC Task Force Program, a coordinated group of task forces representing 3,500 federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies engaged in reactive and proactive investigations across the country. This legislation built upon work Senator Cornyn began as Texas Attorney General, when he created the Texas Internet Bureau to fight internet crimes like child pornography. The ICAC Task Force Program helps local and state law enforcement respond to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and internet crimes against children, and offers guidance on victim support, forensic investigative components, training and technical

Organizations who supported the PROTECT Our Children Act include the National Association to Protect Children (PROTECT), the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network), the National Children’s Alliance, Rights4Girls, Shared Hope, the Fraternal Order of Police, the National Association of Police Organizations, the Sergeants Benevolent Association, the Major County Sheriffs of America, the Association of State Criminal Investigative Agencies, the National Sheriffs Association, the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the National District Attorneys Association, the National Criminal Justice Association, and the Major City

Republican from Texas, is a member of the Senate Finance, Intelligence, and Judiciary Committees.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS November 22, 2017 Starr County 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Tel: (956) 716-4800 On or about 30th day of November, 2017 the County of Starr will to submit a request to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the release of funds for the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program Contract No. 7217440 funds under the 2017/2018 Community Development Fund, to undertake a project known as TxCDBG 2017/2018 Contract No. 7217440 for the purpose of Road/Street Improvements in Starr County, as follows: El Tanque Road – Rio Grande City, Texas – From FM 755 East on El Tanque Road a total of 1,200 L.F. 8-inch (8”) caliche-base, one and one-half inch (1.5”) HMAC, and all necessary appurtenances. Mike’s 7th Street Road – Rio Grande City, Texas – From Linda Street North a total of 1,200 L.F. to Linda Avenue, 8-inch (8”) caliche-base, one and one-half inch (1.5”) HMAC, and all necessary appurtenances. Eagle Aveue – Roma, Texas – From Hisbiscus Road North on Eagle Avenue a total of 1,170 L.F., 8-inch (8”) caliche-base, one and one-half inch (1.5”) HMAC, and all necessary appurtenances. The activities proposed are categorically excluded under HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requirements or alternative. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for this project is on file at Federal and State Programs Office, Starr County Annex Building, located at 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, and may be examined or copied weekdays from 8:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the Federal and State Programs Office, Starr County Annex Building, FM 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582. All comments received by the 29th of November, 2017 will be considered by the County of Starr prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION The County of Starr certifies to Texas Department of Agriculture that Eloy Vera, in his capacity as County Judge consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. Approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the County of Starr to use Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS Texas Department of Agriculture will accept objections to its release of fund and the RE’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the County of Starr (b) the RE has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD/State; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Texas Department of Agriculture at P.O. Box 12847, Austin, Texas 78711. Potential objectors should contact Texas Department of Agriculture to verify the actual last day of the objection period. Eloy Vera, County of Starr Judge

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Some people mistake sphinx moths as hummingbirds At dusk on a nice day, if you’re out strolling past a ﬂower bed, you may see what appears to be a hummingbird hovering at a ﬂower and drinking nectar. In early evening when the light is failing, what you’re more likely seeing is a sphinx moth or hawk moth as they’re sometimes called. There are about 100 species in North America and several of them are found here in the Valley. Since I don’t have space to tell you about all of them, I’ll pick one of the more common species, the Ello sphinx, and tell you about it. The Ello sphinx moth is 3 to 4 inches in length and wingspan. It has rather narrow wings the forewings of which are grayish brown and may have a few dark stripes. The smaller hind-wings are

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