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The City of Rio Grande City, and the RGC Public Library partnered with several local businesses, groups and individuals to host an appreciation dinner for all Starr County veterans at the VFW Post 8526 on Thursday evening, November 9. At the event, the RGC Main Street Program also nominated all RGC veterans to serve as Parade Marshals for the 2017 RGC Christmas Parade, happening Friday, December 8. The RGCMSP will also host it’s annual tree lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, December 6. The event began with the

Pledge of Allegiance, and National Anthem by Kassandra Falcon, and Maddison Olivarez. Pastor Bob Alderman offered the invocation, and Rio Grande City Mayor Joel Villarreal offered the official welcome. All veterans were then recognized, and thanked for their service. The event also featured a musical presentation by the Rio Grande City High School Mariachi Cascabel. The City of Rio Grande City was able to organize the event in collaboration with the Rio Grande City VFW Post# 8526, Pediatric Practice Association Dr. Stanley, Starr County Town Crier, Citizens

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The Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District would like to recognize two of its own students for selﬂessly donating 8 inches of their hair to the American Cancer Society at the ACS Relay For Life of Starr County held at Joe R. Sanchez Stadium. Mariana Elizabeth Garcia a 1st grade student at Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary and Laura Estrada a 5th grade student at Ringgold Elementary were inspired to donate they hair. With the permission of their parents, they went on stage and joined a group of 8 ladies who’s hair was cut and styled by volunteers from the RGCCISD Cosmetology Dept. Thank you Mariana and Laura for showing your charitable spirit and willingness to help others with this truly inspiring donation.

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WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER. 29TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. ACCION DE GRACIAS ST. PADRE PIO by Sandra Lopez THURSDAY NOVEMBER 30TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. †MARIA GUADALUPE “LUPITA” GARCIA (3RD AN.) by Garcia Family †AMALIA ALANIZ by Alaniz, Gutierrez & Garcia Family POR LA SALUD MR. & MRS. CHON LOPEZ by Garcia Family POR LA SALUD ELDA LOPEZ by Garcia Family FRIDAY DECEMBER 1ST - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. NO MASS

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†BLANCA, AMANDO, SR. & LAURO GUERRA (AN.) by Familia SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SUNDAY DECEMBER 3RD - I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †JOEL F. SALINAS by Family †ESTER ORTIZ (11TH AN.) by Husband & Children †THELMA RONQUILLO by Jose & Nona Calderon †CORNELIO MIANA, SR. by Patiño Family †ALICIA PEREZ by Patiño Family †SIMEONA PEREZ by Perez Family 1:00 P.M. †SIXTO FLORES, JR. by Wife & Family

5:00 P.M. †JOSE GUADALUPE ZAVALA by Sus Padres y Familia †REQUERIO GUERRERO by Children †FELIPE BENICIO BARRERA (12TH AN.) by Wife Eloisa F. Barrera INTENCION ESPERCIAL POR LUIS ALBERTO ANDRADE TANGUMA by Tios Raudel & Lina MONDAY DECEMBER 4TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †CONCEPCION & JOSEPH GAVILAN by Family †ANTONIO RAMIREZ FRANCO by Family TUESDAY DECEMBER 5TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

Roma ISD Announces November Gladiator Wall of Fame Honorees 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 November 2017 Roma ISD Gladiator Wall of Fame honorees were highlighted at the regular school board meeting. The honorees include Ernesto Canales III and Alexa Melendez of Emma Vera Elementary School; Luis A. Lopez, Leslie

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Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Awarded Students Diamondback Dollars RR Collision, Car Care1 & Rivera’s Towing

Diamondback Dollars are a campus initiative used to help foster a positive student climate on campus. Students who abide by all facets of the Diamondback Code of Honor Rubric, which highlight “Diamondback Dedication, Motivation, and Respect” are awarded a dollar to be placed in a raﬄe every three weeks. Diamondback Coins are awarded to students with perfect attendance from the beginning of each six weeks. These coins are then placed in a raﬄe. Congratulations Diamondbacks! Keep up the great work!

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South Texas College’s Starr County Roma ISD Principals Honored by Board, Administration for Dedication Elementary School; Leida P. Campus open for registration Reyes, Veterans Memorial Registration for the upcoming 2018 spring semester is underway at all South Texas College campuses including the Starr County Campus located in Rio Grande City. The campus specializes in high demand and high wage technology programs including new courses in Electrician Technology, Heating, Ventilation AC and Refrigeration (HVAC&R), Automotive Technology, and Precision Manufacturing Technology (PMT). Additionally Starr County’s Welding program has doubled in size due to regional and state demands for the skill.

Early payment deadline for spring 2018 is Dec. 13. Normal payment deadline is Jan. 10, and the ﬁnal payment deadline is Jan. 31. Don’t wait for the last minute to register for these classes, take advantage of the Valley’s most aﬀordable college. Current and recently enrolled students can register online at SouthTexasCollege.edu/register or at any South Texas College location. New students can apply for admission online, or in-person. A complete listing of upcoming classes is available at SouthTexasCollege.edu/ academics/courses/. For more information call 956-872-8375.

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Elementary School; Rodrigo Bazan, Ramiro Barrera Middle School; Nicolasa Sarabia Roma Middle School; Marissa Belmontes, Roma High School; and Maria T. Ramirez, Instruction and Guidance Center. “It takes a lot of time, effort, determination and hard work to make our schools run efficiently and effectively; and all of these principals come in early, stay late and make big sacrifices to raise the bar and ensure our students are achieving excellence,” said Roma ISD School Board President Raul P. Moreno Jr. “We are fortunate to have a great team of leaders in these campus principals willing to do what it takes to make our district shine as an example for others across the Rio Grande Valley, state and nation. Thank you for all your hard work. And thank you to your families because without their support, nothing is possible.” The district honored each principal in turn with a handmade wreath bearing the initial of their last name.

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National C.D.A. Regent Elect, Olga Samaniego, (front row-5th from left side) and Rosie Stockwell, Texas State Regent (4th from left side) and local court Oblates of Mary Immaculate No. 1978, C.D.A. Regent, Yolanda Gonzalez (3rd from rt. side) together with all the local C.D.A. members are pictured after the catered luncheon celebration. By: Sylvia Canales Court Oblates of Mary Immaculate No. 1978 of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas of Roma, Texas celebrated their 50th Anniversary on Sunday Nov ember 12, 2017 beginning with a ‘continental breakfast’. This court was instituted on November 12, 1967 with 36 members. Mass followed at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church. Reverend Pablo Wilhem, O.M.I., CDA Court Chaplain officiated in the Mass. C.D.A members served as lectors, gift bearers, and Eucharistic Ministers for the Mass. Charter Court C.D.A. members were recognized. Most heart-warming was a tribute to each of the deceased C.D.A. charter members as a candle was lit at the Altar in their honor and memory by the present C.D.A. members. A noon celebration luncheon followed as Deacon Amando Pena Jr. led the invocation and grace. Mrs. Maria Yolanda Gonzalez, Court Oblates of Mary Immaculate No. 1978 Regent, gave the welcoming to the C.D.A. attendees as she also introduced the local, state, and national officers. Local C.D.A. Court officers are Regent- Maria Yolanda Gonzalez; Vice-RegentAna Laura Ramos; Recording Secretary- Ramoncita Guerra; Financial Secretary- Olga R. Martinez; Treasurer- Margarita Molina; Chaplain- Father Pablo Wilhelm, O.M.I., and District Deputy- Delia Cardenas. Guest speaker was Olga Samaniego, National C.D.A. Regent Elect from El Paso, Texas who delivered a very inspiring speech about the C.D.A. goals and the charitable works in which the Catholic Daughters of the America’s are united by their faith in Jesus Christ, in their devotion to the church and the Holy Spirit. She then presented Court Oblates of Mary Immaculate No. 1978 and its Regent, Mrs. Yolanda Gonzalez with a certificate of congratulations on the 50th Anniversary from the National C.D.A. office. Proceeding was State Regent, Rosie Stockwell’s motivational remarks of the Catholic Daughters important role in working together to serve in our parish and community. An award from the State C.D.A. was also presented to the Court Oblate of Mary Immaculate C.D. A. in recognition of and appreciation for fifty years of service to the church, school and community. The luncheon celebration continued with the enjoyment of Mariachi music courtesy of Roma High School Mariachi Santander. Mrs. Yolanda Gonzalez, C.D.A. Regent recognized the 50th Anniversary Celebration Chairpersons as the following. Emma Reillygeneral chairperson; Olga HinojosaInvitations-Guest Speaker, Church decorations- Minerva Moraida; Church (Liturgy & Readers)- Ramoncita Guerra, Registration- Margarita Molina; Program- Leticia Cadena; Door Prizes- Lucero Saenz. Mrs. Yolanda Gonzalez also expressed her appreciation to the C.D.A. members who joined together to help make this celebration such a successful one. The event concluded with a Closing Prayer, door prizes and socializing.

Court Oblates of Mary Immaculate No. 1978 of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas’ officers were honored by Texas State Regent, Rosie Stockwell (rt. Side) with a service pin sent by the C.D.A. State office stating “You are the joy in C.D.A.” This was presented at the 50th Anniversary Luncheon. Left to right, officers are: Ana Laura RamosVice-Regent; Ramoncita Guerra- Recording Secretary; Margarita Molina- Treasurer; Olga R. Martinez- Financial Secretary; Yolanda Gonzalez- C.D.A. Regent and Mrs. Stockwell.

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RGCCISD 4th Grade Students Attended the 12th Annual Starr County Kids, Kows & More Expo

The Starr County Campus Psychology Club of South Texas College wore orange shirts for Unity Day Against Bullying – United for Kindness, Acceptance, and Inclusion. Members also worked in groups to write anti-bullying messages on poster boards and posting those on social media for 4th consecutive year to bring awareness to the community about the importance of not being a bully and the eﬀects of bullying. Messages included “Be a Friend, Not a Bully,” “Step Up so others Won’t Get Stepped On,” “Be Kind for Everyone You Meet is Fighting a Hard Battle,” “Be Strong and e Your Own Support, “ A Negative Mind doesn’t bring a Positive Life,” You Got a Friend in Me,” “Blowing out Someone’s Candles Doesn’t Make You Shine,” to name a few.

RGCCISD students participated in the 12th Annual Starr County Kids, Kows & More Expo sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Starr County Farm Bureau. Kids & Kows & More was a very educational learning experience for the 600 4th grade students that attended. The Rio Grande City High School FFA Chapter also assisted with leading the students to the diﬀerent stations and presentations. The students learned about various farm related lessons such as a “Dairy Milk Demonstration” where students learned about cows and how they produce milk. The students watched a cow being milked and learned how milk is handled from the cow to the milk carton. The students also learned about several other aspects of Agricultural life such as farm safety, the value of citrus in their diets, the diﬀerent types of local wildlife.

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Emma Vera Elementary Closes Out Six Weeks With Crazy Hair Day

Emma Vera Elementary School followed up their six weeks exam with a special Crazy Hair Day to let students have a little creative fun! Students and staﬀ had a blast coming up with wacky designs for their updo’s and crazy styles.

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Ms. Raquel Hinojosa gave fourth grade students at Y.B. Escobar Elementary an educational lesson on Edvard Munch and his charcoal paintings. The students in turn created some of their own masterpieces after the inspirational lesson!

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Roma High School JROTC Program Raider Event Attracts 400+ Participants from Across Valley

By: Lt. Col. Luis Barrera, Roma High School JROTC Program Instructor Roma High School U.S. Army Junior Reserve Oﬃcer Training Corps hosted its 3rd Annual

Gladiator Raider on a nice hot, breezy day. Nineteen schools including, Roma, Edinburg Vela, Edinburg Economides, Edinburg High, PSJA North, PSJA Southwest, PSJA Memorial,

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group included 38 boys and co-ed teams from across the Rio Grande Valley and Laredo, which met at the Roma High School Campus for the competition. Try to imagine what a Raider Competition is - many people visualize a military competition with sit-ups, pushups, running and other military tasks. However, Junior Reserve Oﬃcer Training Corps, known simply as JROTC, isn’t a formal military organization. It is a citizenship program designed to teach leadership, conﬁdence, appreciation for community service, and other qualities that will help young people succeed in whatever they do after high school. And the Raider Competition isn’t like the U.S. Army Ranger Competition, or even like an Army Physical Fitness Test. “A good way of describing Raider,” said Retired First Sergeant Juan Cruz, JROTC

instructor at Roma High School, “is comparing it on a team level to a Tough Mudder, Spartan Run, or Warrior Dash. You have to train up and prepare weeks in advance, just like any in any sport. This is an extreme sport that incorporates a lot of critical thinking, mental and physical capabilities that push the participants to the limit, and things like team work and leadership are tested.” But unlike a Spartan or Tough Mudder, a Raider has 10 competitors on a team, and eight team members compete at any time, and others can be rotated out. This event is about team work, and not one or two people who do it all by themselves. The events in the competition include the Military Rope Bridge Construction, Hummer Pull, 4K Rucksack Relay Run, Combat Fitness Course and 14-Obstacles Course. Roma’s

JROTC Program acts as the host school and prepares the course, provides the signage, meals and the equipment for the annual competition. Each of the Raiders has his or her favorite event, including Cadet CSM Eliezer Hernandez who said he likes the Combat Fitness Course the best because of the five different events in course. But all cadets agreed that hard work and training for the specific events is a requirement in any of the events. This year the Raider field was the largest in the event’s history, with more than 400 cadets participating! The event continues to give the Roma High School’s JROTC Program and the local community a huge spotlight on what a community can do when everyone comes together for a good cause. The City of Roma Police assisted JROTC, section II, page 3

Visit Rancho Lomitas where it’s all about nature! While sitting beside my RV on November 12, 2017, for just 2 hours in the morning, I observed, all from within 50 feet, the following bird species: altamira oriole, audubon’s oriole, black-crested titmouse, cactus wren, cardinal, curvebilled thrasher, golden-fronted woodpecker, great kiskadee, green jay, house sparrow, inca dove, mockingbird, orangecrowned warbler, pyrrhuloxia, scaled quail (13 at one time), white-tipped dove, white-winged dove. Where else can you do that? During the same 2 hours, I also

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Revamped toolkit helps shield elders, What Consumers Can Do After a Data Breach vulnerable adults from financial exploitation In the digital age, consumers are · Examine credit reports. years before ultimately using to Updated “Managing Someone Else’s Money” guides just in time for holidays AARP and Texas Appleseed are releasing updated versions of five “Managing Someone Else’s Money” guides—fresh with references to recently enacted laws—in time for the holiday season when many families gather for important decision-making conversations. The series of guides, originally distributed in March, are a tool for financial caregivers in Texas who manage money or property for those unable to do so for themselves. The interactive resource is available online, in English and Spanish, at www. ProtectTheirMoneyTX.org. Printfriendly, PDF versions are also available for download. Nearly 3.5 million unpaid family caregivers in Texas provide a great labor of love by helping their parents, spouses and others manage their financial affairs; however, they often lack the tools they need to avoid scams, fraud and unintended conflicts of interest. In addition, about $5 billion in Texans’ assets are controlled by a court or guardian, a complicated task for which few individuals are prepared. The new toolkit, with five guides, fills this void and helps financial caregivers know the best ways to safeguard loved ones and their assets. “Increasingly, Texans are acting as fiduciaries. They’re managing money or property for aging loved ones,” said Bob Jackson, AARP Texas director. “These fiduciaries and other supporters are a critical source of assistance for older Texans… But these folks often have no training. We hope the guides will be a helpful reference for caregivers, other family members and the organizations devoted to helping them.” The updated series of guides includes changes to several Texas laws that impact the ability of caregivers to manage someone else’s money. The updated guides come at a time of the year when families often gather around the table to discuss caregiving decisions of a loved one. During conversations like these, AARP and Texas Appleseed’s set of guides can walk Texas caregivers through their duties, provide information on scams and financial exploitation, and list resources. “Financial exploitation of

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with the Hummer Pull and the Hummer was loaned by Sheriff Rene Fuentes; the Fire Departments helped with the Combat Fitness Course; the Starr County Attorney’s Office donated the noon meal for all participants and support personnel; and Roma JROTC Program Alumni assisted with the 4K Relay Run and Rope Bridge. All the participants gave it great effort, but there can only be three teams in each category that come out on top. In the Boy’s Division, Roma High School Placed 1st, Laredo Martin placed 2nd and Laredo Nixon placed 3rd. In the Co-Ed Division, Roma High School Placed 1st, Laredo Martin placed 2nd and Laredo Nixon placed 3rd.

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.

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