November 2, 2022

I’m inviting all of our County to come and exercise your right to vote this week and on Election Day.

I am asking for an opportunity to serve this community and help address (with the help of our state leaders ) the issue of high appraised values, inflation, and a path to economic recovery. The families of Starr County have an opportunity to change the current situation. We have an abundance of untapped natural resources to promote our County. The biggest threat in any election is low voter turn out.

I know you are scared for your jobs and retaliation. I need your help to change that. Our vote is the biggest weapon we have to trigger change. Stand with me. Give yourselves an opportunity. Aspire for a better tomorrow. This election we need to let our leaders know that we are in control.

El Pueblo está cansado, y con mucha necesidad.

Les pido humildemente su confianza y su VOTO.

Maria Yvette Hernandez

To all my friends that have called and sent me texts asking me “why I will not respond to all the attacks, mudslinging and lies that my opponent has been putting out”, well my friends, my parents brought me up to be respectful and have dignity. I refuse to let anyone change my beliefs or my demeanor. My leadership has been proven. I have worked together with community members and leaders to ensure that our community is safe, productive and prosperous.

A todos mis amigos que me han llamado y enviado mensajes de texto preguntándome “por qué no voy a responder a todos los ataques, difamaciones y mentiras que mi oponente ha estado lanzando”, bueno mis amigos, mis padres me educaron para ser respetuoso y tener dignidad. Me niego a dejar que nadie cambie mis creencias o mi comportamiento. Mi liderazgo ha sido comprobado. He trabajado junto con miembros y líderes de la comunidad para garantizar que nuestra comunidad sea segura, productiva y próspera.

PROBADO!

MANTENER SEGURA A MI COMUNIDAD DURANTE UNA PANDEMIA MUNDIAL El condado de Starr lidera el estado de Texas en vacunas para salvar vidas proporcionando Vacunas COVID, pruebas COVID 19, actualizaciones COVID 19 y conferencias de prensa.

Apoyo a los estudiantes y esfuerzos educativos

Apoyo a la aplicación de la ley

Trabajar para asegurar nuevas oportunidades de desarrollo y empleo

Asegurar fondos federales para proyectos comunitarios

Promoción de las pequeñas empresas

Apoyo a las operaciones de preparación para la gestión de emergencias

Apoyo a las iniciativas de atención médica

Crecimiento histórico

Gobernanza responsable

HE AUMENTADO NI

AUMENTARÉ LOS IMPUESTOS

EN EL CONDADO DE STARR a través de mi liderazgo hemos reducido los impuestos dos veces y seguimos siendo el condado con la tasa impositiva más baja entre los condados vecinos de mismo tamaño.

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 2ND - I.C.C.

ALL SOULS’ DAY 6:30 P.M.

PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 3RD

LOS GARCIAS 6:00 P.M.

†BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA

†DOMINGO MUÑIZ (7TH AN.) by Family

†MARK SMITH by Family

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 4TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M.

†BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA

†WOODMEN LIFE DECEASED

MEMBERS by Magnolia Chapter #6167

†MARK SMITH by Family †ISAURO SAENZ by Saenz Family

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 5th - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M.

†JOSE ISRAEL MAGAÑA by Su Familia

†MANUEL ALANIS by Family

†RUDY MARTINEZ, JR. by Lydia Garza Saenz & Family

†MARK SMITH by Family

†BOB & CORLAN KLEINSCHMIDT by Mr. & Mrs. Abel Porras

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6th – L.G. 7:00 A.M.

PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6th - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M.

†BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA

†DORA ISELA GUERRERO by Children

Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of Noel Escobar

God Our Lord saw you tired, and it was impossible for him to heal you

He snuggled you in his arms and whispered…Come to me A heart of gold has stopped beating Some hardworking hands have gone to rest, God has broken our hearts, To show you that He only takes the best

The Family of Noel Escobar would like to thank the many relatives, friends, and neighbors, for their prayers, floral offerings, calls, and other expressions of support that we have received as we celebrate our brother’s life. We wish to extend our special thanks to those friends who initially attended to our beloved brother, to the Neuro Trauma Team at Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance for the medical care and support given him, to Father Francisco Solis who so generously gave of his time to celebrate his life, to Mr. Ruperto Escobar for the words of kindness honoring Noel during his service to the City of Escobares--- the place where he was born, raised and returned and where he will remain eternally. We would also like to thank Mr. Eli Gonzalez, Escobares’ Chief of Police and his assistants, the multiple federal, state, and local municipalities and agencies who respectfully assisted in the funeral escort and Sanchez Funeral Home and its employees for their professional and caring arrangements. While his life here on Earth is done, many memories can be brought up in recall and felt by us in all your endless empathy.

His legacy will continue. Thank You.

†AMADA ORTEGA (25TH AN.) by Familia Cantu

†EVA CANTU by Familia Cantu

†MARIA D. RODRIGUEZ by Familia Cantu

†MONICA GUERRA by Familia Cantu

†LUIS CORPUS (AN.) by Family

†MARIA PEREZ DE CORPUS (An.) by Family

†TOMASITA CORPUS (AN.) by Family

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6th – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M.

†BENITA F. VILLANUEVA by Family

†DAVID H. GARZA, SR. by Florence

†MERCEDITA JOSE PELAYO by Gonzales Family

†JOSE CARDONA by Special Angels

†MARK SMITH by Family 5:00 P.M.

†DELFINO GARZA (1ST AN.) by His Wife Lucille Garza & Family

†RENE RUBEN GARZA by Lucille Garza & Family

†CENOBIO GARZA by Wife Camila Garza & Family

MONDAY NOVEMBER 7th – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M.

†GUADALUPE GONZALEZ (6TH AN.) by Family

†MARK SMITH by Family

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 8th – I.C.C. 6.30 P.M.

†MARK SMITH by Family

Card of Thanks In Loving

Memory Francisco “Paco” Gomez

June 26, 1938 † October 1, 2022

The Broken Chain

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone for part of us went with you, the day that God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Solis, Garcia & Gomez Families

Oración a San Expedito

Mi San Expedito de las causas justas y urgentes, intercede por mi junto a Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, para que venga en mi socorro en esta hora de aflicción y desesperanza. Mi San Expedito tú que eres el Santo guerrero. Tú que eres el Santo de los afligidos. Tú que eres el Santo de los desesperados. Tú que eres el Santo de las causas urgentes, protégeme, ayúdame, otorgándome: fuerza, coraje y serenidad. ¡Atiende mi pedido! (hacer el pedido). Mi San Expedito, ayúdame a superar estas horas difíciles, protégeme de todos los que puedan perjudicarme, protege a mi familia, atiende mi pedido con urgencia. Devuélveme la Paz y la tranquilidad. ¡Mi San Expedito! Estaré agradecido por el resto de mi vida y propagaré tu nombre a todos los que tienen Fe. Muchas Gracias. Padre Nuestro, Ave María y Credo. S. G.

Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of Hermila “Mia” T. Recio

He Only Takes The Best

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put his arms around you and whispered, ‘Come with Me.’ With tearful eyes we watched you slowly fade away, although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us... He only takes the best.

We wish to express our deepest appreciation to all of our relatives, colleagues, and friends for their presence, food, �lowers, cards, prayers, and condolences during our time of grief for the loss of our beloved Mia. May God bless you and we will always remember your presence and comforting words.

The loss of our father Francisco “Paco” Gomez has been challenging. We wish to express our sincerest appreciation to our friends and relatives for their presence, beautiful �lowers, masses, food, and tables. We are especially thankful and humbled by all our family and friends who traveled far away to be with us. Our sincere appreciation to his nephews who were the pallbearers. Your visits, calls, and support during this dif�icult time are greatly appreciated and a great comfort to our family.

Lydia Garza Saenz Honored at South Texas District Meeting

Roma High Cross Country Runners Bring Home Top Prizes from Rio Hondo Meet

Lydia has been serving the South Texas District for over twenty years, has served as a president of her club three times, and is a past president of the Rio Grande Valley Federation of Women’s Clubs and was

as Outstanding

at that level. She is also a District

Lydia Garza Saenz, charter member of the GFWC Florence J. Scott Woman’s Club and a federated clubwoman of GFWC Texas since 1966, was a recipient of the Melba Gafford Lifetime Service Award of South Texas District at the organization’s Fall Board Meeting held in Kingsville on October 1. District President Kathy Hajek, Chairman Linda Gerd and Melba Gafford, for whom the honor is named, proudly presented her pin.

honored

Clubwoman

Outstanding Clubwoman/

Volunteer and District Life Member. She has served as a key member on the executive committee and as chairman of Texas Heritage Special Projects

and Outstanding Club Programs for many years. Members of her club were in attendance at the meeting and gifted her with a floral spray.

Congratulations to the Roma High School Mighty Gladiator Cross Country runners who placed at the Rio Hondo CC Invitational! The following team members placed in their respective divisions: JV Boys: Santiago Gonzalez - 6th place and Narrado Saenz - 15th place. Varsity Boys: Jesus Vargas - 16th place.

Varsity Girls: Dariana Lopez - 4th place, Eleina Peña - 5th place, Zuleika Sanchez - 6th place, Dariana Saenz - 9th place, and Gemma Miranda - 10th place. The Varsity Girls won the meet and brought home the 1st place trophy! The Gladiator Nation is super proud of you!! Thanks to Coach Garza for the update.

Red

Cross:

Safely heat your home as colder weather sets in across the Texas Gulf Coast Region

It’s time to turn the heat back on in cooler parts of the country and the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region urges families to safely heat their home to avoid home fires.

Heating equipment is the second leading causes of home fires, which typically rise during the colder months. The Red Cross Home Fire Campaign with community partners has saved at least 1,414 lives by educating families about fire safety, helping them create escape plans and installing free smoke alarms in high-risk areas across the country.

Across the Texas Gulf Coast Region, Red Cross volunteers and partners have installed 762 alarms and helped make 254 households safer during 2022 fiscal year.

“Colder temperatures often bring the increased risk of home heating fires, and we want everyone to stay safe by properly warming their home,” said Vanessa Valdez, Regional

HOW TO HEAT YOUR HOME SAFELY

A 2020 Red Cross survey showed that more than half of us have used a space heater — which is involved in most fatal home heating fires. Provide at least three feet of space around all heating equipment, and never leave space heaters unattended. Follow these additional tips:

•If you must use a space heater, place it on a level, hard and nonflammable surface, such as a ceramic tile floor. Don’t place it on rugs and carpets, or near bedding and drapes; keep away children and pets.

•Plug space heater power cords directly into outlets — never an extension cord. Turn it off every time you leave the room or go to sleep.

•Never use a cooking range or oven to heat your home.

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.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

South Texas College (STC) hereby requests sealed qualifications for the following:

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES For

Pecan West Property Subdivision Plat

Sealed responses to this Request for Qualifications will be received until 2:00 p.m. November 10, 2022 at the South Texas College Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Ste 145, McAllen, Texas 78501.

Request for Statement of Qualifications packets may be obtained at the STC Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Ste. 145, McAllen, Texas or by calling (956) 872-4681.

Any informational questions concerning this Request for Qualifications may be directed to Ricardo de la Garza, Director of Facilities Planning and Construction, at (956) 872-3737 or email at rickdlg@southtexascollege.edu

Responses received after the aforementioned deadline shall not be considered. The College will evaluate responses to this Request for Qualifications on the basis of the published criteria outlining the respondent’s technical ability, experience and ability to perform the work

A pre-qualifications conference will be held on November 03, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the STC Purchasing Department, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd., Bldg. N, Conference Room 142, McAllen, Texas. All prospective parties are encouraged to attend.

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

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

Contracts made as a result of this solicitation will be funded by the U. S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant.

Response packages must clearly show the following:

RFQ No. 22-23-1038 Request for QualificationsCivil Engineering Services

STARR COUNTY 229TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure that the 229TH Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Rio Grande City, Texas will hold a public auction on Saturday November 19th, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. for General Surplus, Equipment and Vehicles which have been forfeited to the State of Texas under the provisions of Chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, TX 78542. Registration to bid will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and will require a picture identification. Examples of items to be auctioned are cars, trucks, heavy equipment, personal computers, electronics, office furniture, surplus, etc. All items will be sold “As Is - Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium 12%. Internet Buyer’s Premium 14%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted day of auction only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact the 229th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, at (956) 716-4800. Jose A. Camarillo AUC#17532

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•Never leave a fire burning in the fireplace unattended. Make sure any embers in the fireplace are extinguished before going to bed or leaving home. Use a glass or metal fire screen to keep embers in the fireplace.

•Have furnaces, chimneys, fireplaces, wood and coal stoves inspected annually by a professional and cleaned if necessary.

TAKE TWO STEPS TO PREVENT FIRE TRAGEDIES

To help protect your family year-round, test your smoke alarms monthly and practice your home fire escape plan until everyone can escape in less than two minutes — the amount of time you may have to get out of a burning home before it’s too late. Visit redcross.org/fire for more information, including an escape plan to practice with your family. You can also download the free Red Cross Emergency app by searching for ‘American Red Cross’ in app stores.

The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross

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

Pct.#4 Commissioner Ruben D. Saenz 100 N. FM 3167 Rio Grande City, TX 78582

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 “USED EQUIPMENT”. Please direct your questions regarding this equipment to Mrs. Reyna G. Guerra, Starr County Judge’s Office at (956) 716-4800.

Communications Manager, Texas Gulf Coast Region, American Red Cross.

News Catholic Radio Station of the Benedictine Monastery of the Good Sheppard of Rio Grande City attended the ETWN Conference in Phoenix AZ in October. Apostolates and General Manager Roel Smith, Gloria Smith, Antonio (Tony) and Corina Vela received a plaque for 10 years of Service as a EWTN affiliated radio. Other apostolate serving at EWTN Catholic Radio are Oscar Zepeda, Benito Saenz, and Adalberto (Beto) Alanis.

New Non-Egg Based Flu Shot (ages 6 months+)

Children are back in school settings after being isolated during the pandemic for a few years, making them now more susceptible to flu. On top of this fact, Texas is currently experiencing a high rate of flu activity according to the CDC. Now is the time to get a flu shot, and the CDC recommends that children should be vaccinated every flu season for the best

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a RETAIL DEALER’S OFF PREMISE LICENSE (BF), by: DANIELA SOLIS dba SOLIS GROCERY & MEAT MARKET, to be located at 5088 W. HWY 83, STE. B, ROMA, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

protection against flu.

Parents and anyone with an egg allergy will be happy to know that there is now a non-egg based vaccine for children 6 months of age and older. As of June 2022, most physicians and pharmacies offer the cell-based flu vaccine in addition to the traditional eggbased vaccine. This offers a great alternative for anyone who may have an allergy to eggs.

Consejos para comprar un plan de salud—y para obtener la cobertura que desea

¿Busca usted seguro de salud para su familia?

Estos son algunos consejos para hacer la compra:

•Si usa Cuidadodesalud.gov, anote estas fechas límite:

-Tiene hasta el 15 de diciembre para inscribirse y comenzar cobertura el 1 de enero.

-Tiene hasta el 15 de enero para inscribirse y comenzar cobertura el 1 de febrero.

•Si usa Cuidadodesalud. gov,

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 forty-five (45) 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.

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verifique si puede obtener el crédito tributario. El crédito tributario para la prima y los subsidios se basan en su ingreso. Actualice esta información para comprar un nuevo plan cada año. Hay bastantes cambios en la cobertura del 2023, así que debe ingresar al sistema para considerar sus opciones.

•Si tiene un problema de salud o un médico preferido, asegúrese de que el plan que está considerando tenga a sus médicos en la red del plan.

•Si toma medicamentos,

asegúrese de que estén cubiertos revisando la lista de medicamentos del plan. Llame a su plan de salud si tiene preguntas sobre lo que cubre el plan.

•Revise los costos que tendrá que pagar de su bolsillo como los deducibles y copagos. Compruebe si otros servicios, además de la atención médica preventiva, están cubiertos antes de cumplir con el deducible del plan.

•Pregúntele al plan si usted tendría que usar los médicos, hospitales, y clínicas de urgencias en la red del plan o si puede

usar cualquiera que usted desee. Pregúnteles cual es la diferencia en el costo.

•También pregúntele al plan si usted necesitará permiso de un médico de cuidados primarios para visitar a un especialista. Use la “Guía para la compra de un plan de salud” del Departamento de Seguros de Texas para ayudarle a decidir su cobertura de salud.

¿Tiene preguntas sobre seguros? Llame al Departamento de Seguros de Texas al 800-2523439 o visite www.tdi.texas.gov

Tips to buying a health plan—and getting what you want

Are you looking for health insurance for your family?

Some timely shopping tips:

•If you’re using HealthCare. gov, note these deadlines: -You have until December 15 to sign up for coverage that starts January 1.

-You have until January 15 to sign up for coverage that starts February 1.

•If you are using HealthCare. gov, check if you can get a tax credit. Premium tax credits and subsidies are based on your income. Update this information and shop for a new plan each year. There are lots of changes

for 2023, so you need to login to consider your options.

•If you have a health issue or doctors you like, make sure that any plan you consider includes your doctors in the plan’s network.

•If you take medication, make sure it’s covered by reviewing the plan’s drug list. Call the health plan if you have questions about what’s covered.

•Review a plan’s out-of-pocket costs such as deductibles and copays. See if any services in addition to preventive care are covered before meeting the plan’s

deductible.

•Ask the plan if you have to use doctors, hospitals, and urgent care centers in the plan’s network or if you can use any that you want. Ask what the cost difference is.

•Ask the plan if you’ll have to get permission from a primary care doctor to visit a specialist.

Use the Texas Department of Insurance’s “Health plan shopping guide” to help you decide on health coverage.

Have a question about insurance? Call the Texas Department of Insurance at 800252-3439 or visit www.tdi.texas. gov

CITY OF ROMA POLICE

DEPARTMENT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Transportation Code 683, Subsection B, 683.012, of the Texas Department of Transportation that the City of Roma Police Department, Roma, Texas will hold a public auction on Saturday November 19, 2022, at 10:00am for said vehicles. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, Texas 78542. Registration to bid will be from 8:00am to 10:00am and will require a picture identification. Items to be auctioned are vehicles. All items will be sold “As Is-Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium for vehicles is 12%, Internet Buyer’s Premium 14%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted day of auction only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact Bond and Bond Auctioneers (956) 283-0422 Jose A. Camarillo AUC#17532.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following:

RFP Number Description Date Due Time 22-23-1039 Virtual Reality Welding November 17, 2022 2:00 pm Training 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

Roma

Students from Roma Middle School chalked their walk with positive messages of kindness and encouragement to highlight the need for positivity during Suicide Awareness Month. The students are focused on creating an environment of kindness in their school. Great job!!

Did you know that 1 in 4 young adults has misused a prescription drug and that 1 in 37 youth, ages 12 through 17, has misused cough medicine to get high? National Medicine Abuse Month (NMAAM) is an annual campaign, observed throughout the month of October, to raise the public’s awareness of the dangers of prescription and over-thecounter medicine misuse.

As parents / guardians, you can help prevent medicine misuse/ abuse:

(1) TALK to your teen about prescription and OTC cough medicine misuse. Teens listen,

even if they act like they don’t. In fact, teens who learn about the risks of drugs from their parents are 50% less likely to use drugs.

(2) SAFEGUARD your medicine cabinets. Know what medicine you have and how much, so you will know if anything is missing. Safely discard any medicines you no longer need.

(3) SHARE what you have learned about prescription and OTC cough medicine misuse / abuse.

(4) SPEAK UP at school meetings, community events, and other gatherings of parents – to make sure others active in teen’s day-to-day activities know about the dangers of medicine misuse / abuse. Share information via social media.

To learn more, please visit www.PreventMedAbuse.org and www.StopMedicineAbuse.

org Message from the Starr County Community Coalition