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Congratulations to the Gladiator Cross Country runners who placed on Sept. 25, 2021 at The Peace XC Invitational at Lasara, TX! The following team members placed in their respective divisions: Naitza Ramirez - 5th place, Alaissa Alaniz - 8th place, Lynette Garcia - 10th place, Zuleika Sánchez - 10th place, Gael Rodriguez - 12 place, Nardo Saenz - 13th place, Alberto García - 14th place, Jesus Vargas - 20th place, Ayram Benitez - 20th place, and Janaila Johnson - 25th place. Way to go Gladiators! Congrats also goes to the Gladiator Cross Country High School runners who placed at Rio Hondo Meet! The following team members placed in there respective divisions: Naitza Ramírez 1st place, Irvin Guevara - 3rd place, Alaissa Alaniz - 6th place, Narrdo Saenz - 6th place, Fernando Gallardo - 7th place, Gael Rodriguez - 8th place, Zuleika Sánchez - 9th place, Pete Eguia - 10th place, Cesar López - 12th place, Janaila Johnson - 14th place, Jesus Pena - 15th place, and Itzamara González - 21st place. Way to go Gladiators!
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Noe Ricardo (Dickie) Gonzalez announces candidacy for Starr County Commissioner Pct. No. 4
I, Noe Ricardo (Dickie) Gonzalez am pleased to announce my candidacy for Starr County Commissioner Pct. No. 4. I have decided to run for this position, being I consider myself qualified to carry out and fulfill the duties required for this position. I have the education and work experience to guide Pct. 4 forward for the future as I have done in other elected capacities. Served as RGCCISD School Board member, Served as Director for Tri-County Adult Probation and Juvenile Probation Dept. for Starr, Jim Hogg and Duval Counties, served in numerous Commissions for Land Partition. Raised from humble beginnings; born to Jesus Gonzalez Jr. “Chucho” from RGC and Emma Trevino Gonzalez from Los Saenz, Roma TX Graduated from RGCCISD in 1974, attended University of Houston and obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in Criminal Justice. As a native born citizen of RGC, I am familiar with the deficiency and challenges that currently exist in our precinct and can envision an optimistic and bright future for Pct. 4.
I PLEDGE FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND CHALLENGE VOTERS TO ENVISION AND MOVE PCT. 4 FORWARD TO A HIGHER STANDARD, IN FORMING AND BRINGING FORTH AND DEVELOPING NEW IDEAS AND PLANS IN ORDER TO MAKE PCT. 4 A BETTER AND SAFER PLACE TO LIVE. “LET’S WORK TOGETHER TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW” VOTE NOE R. (DICKIE) GONZALEZ FOR STARR COUNTY COMM. PCT. 4 MARCH 2022
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San Isidro ISD hosted the 6th Annual Summer Sports Camp sponsored by the First Baptist Church of Bryan, Texas. Students from around the area and nearby communities were actively engaged in bible storytelling, arts and crafts, dance and swimming. The volunteers from Bryan, Texas have been hosting this event for six years; also involved in organizing this event were the First Baptist Church of San Isidro, Texas, the Starr County Commissioner PCT #4 Mr. Ruben Saenz and Justice of the Peace Veronica Alaniz. Thanks to the many volunteers that helped put this educational and fun camp together. The First Baptist Church has been instrumental in aiding the community on various programs for the past few years, from building ramps for the elderly and handicap to building beds and helping with repairs to local community member’s homes while assisting with school supplies for the students and teachers of the local school district. We are so honored to have the First Baptist Church of Bryan, Texas come to our community. OPEN MON-SUN 7AM-7PM
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The Rio Grande City Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® ( N F PA ® ) - t h e official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years-to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™ campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™·” This year’s campaign, October 3- 9th, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe. “What do the sounds mean? Is there a beep or a chirp coming out of your smoke or carbon monoxide alarm? Knowing the difference can save you, your home, and your family,” said Lorraine Carli, vice-president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA.
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The Rio Grande City Fire Department encourages all residents to embrace the 2021 Fire Prevention Week theme. “It’s important to learn the different sounds of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. When an alarm makes noise-a beeping sound or a chirping sound-you must take action!” said Fire Chief Manuel Muñiz. “Make sure everyone in the home understands the sounds of the alarms and SOUNDS OF FIRE SAFETY, page 2
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Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of
Alberto Morin Jr.
August 9, 1954 † September 16, 2021 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 would like to express our thanks to relatives and friends for their love and support during our time of sorrow. Your donations of �lowers, food, masses,and prayers are deeply appreciated. Thank you and God bless you all!!!
Loving you always your wife Cynthia
Morin ~ Lopez Family First Year Anniversary Mass In Loving Memory of
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Loving you always your children Jorge (Maria), Mario (Olga), Luis (Becky), David(†) (Anna), Lee Roy(†), Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
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†DECEASED MEMBERS OF KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS By K of C # 2597 ACCION DE GRACIAS POR ST. JOSEPH by Nelda Gonzalez SUNDAY OCTOBER 10TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE
SATURDAY OCTOBER 9TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †TRINIDAD & JULIAN CARRERA (AN.) by Flerida Guerra & Family †CARMEN & PEDRO PEÑA JR. by Children †SANTITOS FALCON (1ST AN.) by Family †GILBERTO RAMIREZ (3RD AN.) by Wife & Children †LEONARDA GONZALEZ by Mr. & Mrs. Rudy Martinez †INEZ O. & RODOLFO MARTINEZ by Mr. & Mrs. Rudy Martinez †JOSE ANDRES VILLARREAL by ICC
SUNDAY OCTOBER 10TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †CHRISTIAN HERNANDEZ by Su Mama, Papa y Hermano †DECEASED CRONA FAMILY by Porras Family SUNDAY OCTOBER 10TH – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †ROLAND MANCHA (13TH AN.) by Family †ELENA BELIZ by Perez Family †ANTONIA ALVARADO (23RD AN.) by Omar & Ninfa Garza FOR PRIESTHOOD & RELIGIOUS LIFE by Serra Club #812
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Prayer in time of Bereavement
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1st Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church Saturday Oct. 9, 2021 at 5PM
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THURSDAY OCTOBER 7TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. †OLIVIA R. TREVIÑO by Alma Gloria T. Gonzalez & Family †GLORIA G. LOPEZ by Mario A. & Esmeralda Lopez & Family †ANGEL HERRERA by ICC †JOSE ANDRES VILLARREAL by ICC FOR THE FRIENDS & BENEFACTORS OF THE BENEDICTINE SISTERS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD by Benedictine Sisters
FRIDAY OCTOBER 8TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †LILLY LOPEZ ROBINSON (3RD AN.) by Mom †ELMO LOPEZ, SR. by Lopez Family †ALBERTO MORIN, JR. by Chon Lopez & Family †JOSE ANDRES VILLARREAL by ICC
Lord, you are close to the broken hearted Be with me now in my grief and loneliness. Give me courage to face loss and not to grieve in silence Be with me as I struggle with many different and painful feelings. Ease the hurt in my heart. Encircle me in your love. Help me to believe that one day I will no longer have this deep sorrow. May I find comfort in sharing my grief with those who understand the strong bonds of love. Stay with me Lord, support me. Help me to know that your power is at work within me as I deal with my grief.
It has been one year since you went home to be with our Lord. It broke our hearts to lose you. But you didn’t go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home. We often sit and think of you and think of how you died, to think we couldn’t say good-bye before you closed your eyes. We suffer so much sorrow, and its never-ending grief, which we must bear, until we breathe our last farewell and �inally meet you there.
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IN THANKSGIVING FOR THE 7TH BIRTHDAY OF ALEXIS MENCHACA by Her Parents 5:00 P.M. †DALINDA TORRES by Sus Hijos †MICHAEL WAGNER by Wife & Daughters †ORFELINDA TANGUMA (6TH AN.) by Familia Andrade †HERMENEGILDO LOPEZ OLIVAREZ By Family MONDAY OCTOBER 11TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ANGELA RAENELL REYNA by Family †REYNA & RODRIGUEZ DECEASED FAMILY MEMBERS by Family TUESDAY OCTOBER 12TH – I.C.C. 6.00 P.M. †JOSE MA. MARTINEZ, JR. by Her Sister Blanca †RAYMUNDO GONZALEZ SOLIS by Family
SOUNDS OF FIRE SAFETY Continued from Front Page
knows how to respond. To learn the sounds of your specific smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, check the manufacturer’s instructions that came in the box, or search the brand and model online.” Rio Grande City Fire Department wants to share safety tips to help you “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety” •A continuous set of three loud beeps-beep, beep, beep-means smoke or fire. Get out, call 9-1-1, and stay out. •A single chirp every 30 or 60 seconds means the battery is low and must be changed. •All smoke alarms must be replaced after 10 years. •Chirping that continues after the battery has been replaced means the alarm is at the end of its life and the unit must be replaced. •Make sure your smoke and CO alarms meet the needs of all your family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities. The Rio Grande City Fire Department is virtually hosting an educational video in support of this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety”,the video will be furnished to the counseling departments of the school districts in our community. To find out more about Fire Prevention Week programs and activities in Rio Grande City please contact the RGC Fire Department at 956-487-5312. For more general information about Fire Prevention Week and fire prevention in general, visit www. fpw.org. Fire Prevention Week™ October 3- 9th, 2021
Thank you, St. Jude Melissa Y. Hernandez
RGCGISD and Rio Grande City Plan Lighted Christmas Event The RGCGISD Public Relations Department, Revive Fort Ringgold volunteers and the Rio Grande City tourism department met last week to discuss in hosting a “Lighted Christmas Fort Ringgold and program”. The initial planning group discussed in setting up the Fort Ringgold Parade field with lighted Christmas theme figures. The plan is to have each school campus or local business sponsor a “Lighted display” along the parade and be part a larger lighted team event. The final product would be that folks can drive up at night around the parade field and see the magic of Christmas displayed in lights. The other part of the event includes Christmas performances by children from all the campuses. A stage would be created next to
the parade field flagpole where the events will be performed. Some tradition events are already planned and are scheduled in our local calendars: December 2nd - Main Street board – Lighting of the downtown Christmas Tree. December 3rd Chamber of Commerce lighted Christmas parade is still planned to be held on Friday night December Christmas committee members are Adelina Villarreal, Cathy Rubio, Martha Barrera, Denise Alaniz, Esther Ayala, Sara Hernandez, Gilbert Milan, Dalinda
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Ringgold Middle School 7th Grade Cross Country Team Earns 1st Place at Grulla Meet
Guillen, Joel Garza, Marisa Garcia, Ross Barrera and Peter Martinez These are the initial stages in the planning and more information will follow soon. For more information contact the RGCGISD’s Public Information department and ask for Congratulations to these outstanding Ringgold Middle School 7th grade athletes and their coach, Tito Garcia, on their 1st place win at the Cross Country Meet at Grulla Middle School! Way to go guys! Denise or Esther.
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Roma Middle School Gladiators Receive Free School Supplies
ROMA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Dear Parents, Attached is the ANNUAL NOTICE OF PARENT’S / STUDENTS CONFIDENTIAL RIGHTS REGARDING EDUCATIONAL RECORDS. Estimados Padres, Fijo esta un AVISO PARA PADRES TOCANTE A LOS DERECHOS DE CONFIDENCIALIDAD DE INFORMACION DE DOCUMENTOS EDUCACIONALES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT / PARA MAS INFORMACION HABLE A: Roma Independent School District SPECIAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT MS. MELIZZA L. GALVAN, SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR P.O.BOX 187 ROMA, TEXAS 78584 TELEPHONE: (956) 849-1616 • FAX: (956) 849-1951 School Year 2021-2022
The Gladiators at Roma Middle School were very excited to receive their free school supplies from Roma ISD. The supplies have made a big difference across the district, saving parents and teachers money and time.
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LEGAL NOTICE Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Application has been m a d e w i t h t h e Te x a s Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE & MALT BEVERAGE R E TA I L E R ' S - O N PREMISES PERMIT, by: FIDELA VASQUEZ dba TACOS AKA, to be located at 121 CHAPOTE ST., RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.
LEGAL NOTICE Application has been m a d e w i t h t h e Te x a s Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE & MALT BEVERAGE R E TA I L E R ' S - O N P R E M I S E P E R M I T, by: FIDELA VASQUEZ dba AUTO DEPOSITO NUEVO LEON, to be located at 206 W. RETAMA S T. , R I O G R A N D E CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.
Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For October On September 30, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing almost $294 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of October as the state continues its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The allotments are expected to help more than 1.4 million Texas households. “Thank you to the USDA for authorizing these crucial benefits for more than 1.4 million Texas households,” said Governor Abbott. “These emergency benefits will ensure that Texans can continue to put nutritious food on the table for their families.” “We are grateful that we’ll be able to continue to help Texans provide food for themselves and their families as we work together during this pandemic,” said Texas HHS Access and Eligibility Services Deputy Executive Commissioner Wayne Salter. HHSC received federal approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to extend the maximum, allowable amount of SNAP benefits to recipients
based on family size, and all SNAP households will receive a minimum of $95 in emergency allotments. This additional emergency allotment should appear in recipients’ accounts by October 31. The emergency October allotments are in addition to the more than $4.5 billion in benefits previously provided to Texans since April 2020. Administered by HHSC, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to eligible lowincome families and individuals in Texas. Texans in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP and Medicaid, at YourTexasBenefits. com or use the Your Texas Benefits mobile app to manage their benefits.
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Roma High Students Gearing Up for Success Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at VMS!
Roma High Sophomores in the Gear Up Cohort recently enjoyed a Reybotics Virtual Camp conducted by valley native Heriberto Reynoso from Mercedes, Texas. The students are really enjoying getting back to learning in person! these important conversations. The app shows parents how to turn everyday situations into Veterans Middle School students in Ms. Islas’ Spanish class immersed themselves in Hispanic culture opportunities to talk to their kids by researching prominent Hispanics. They proudly displayed their research projects in the hallway and hear them. Parents have a significant about alcohol and other drugs. To learned so much about these influential leaders! The Substance Abuse and Mental learn more about and download the influence in their children’s decision to experiment with alcohol Health Services Administration’s free app, please visit https://www. and other drugs. Although it may (SAMHSA) “Talk. They Hear samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/ not seem like it, when parents You.” mobile-application. Campaign mobile app helps Message from the Starr talk about underage drinking and substance abuse, their children do parents and caregivers prepare for County Community Coalition
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Roma High Construction Tech Program Roaring Into a New Year
On December 20, 2019, Federal Tobacco 21 went into effect. This law raised the minimum legal sales age for tobacco from 18 years to 21 years of age and included violations for purchasing or attempting to purchase cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products, as well as the use or possession of these products. If you haven’t checked out Roma High’s Construction Tech Program, Smoking continues to be the you are missing out! This group is hitting the ground running, looking leading cause of preventable death forward to a highly successful year of teaching students marketable in the United States. On average American kids try smoking for the skills and winning awards for their superior work.
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1910 - Rio Grande City Ice, Water, and Light Company Before we had electric companies like AEP, CPL, Frontier, Solar Power and Water districts or corporations, Rio Grande City had the Ice, Water, and Light Company. In 1910, Mr. Lino Perez Sr. along with his brothers-in-law formed the private company of the Rio Grande City Ice, Water, and Light Company which provided utility services to Fort Ringgold and area residents. Mr. Perez led the company until 1924. In 1924 the company sold a portion of the business to Central Power and Light Company (CPL). Today the old Ice, Water plant structure can still be seen. Today, the city runs our water service. There are no more ice plants as ice is now a household made item
through personal refrigeration. Electricity is now a service of choice for the consumer. Mr. Perez was a true visionary and community leader with many talents. He served as Rio’s first mayor in 1926, he served as postmaster, school board member and other notable positions. Soda water bottle was created the local company circa 1920’s. The Coca-Cola stye bottle measures about 7 inches in height and is embossed with a Texas star, the company name and City name in this case Rio Grande City. The bottle is over 100 years old. There are serval bottles still around in local Rio families. (Submitted by Colonel (US Army Retired) Ross Barrera.
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