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Your Community Newspaper, Serving the Heart of the Rio Grande Valley VOLUME 98 NUMBER 35
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La Feria Native Completes The Great American Rail-Trail
TSTC, United Launch Alliance Continue to be Good Neighbors
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La Feria Set to Faceoff Against Raymondville in Season Opener
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Lionettes Secure Wins on the Court and Cross Country
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La Feria Native Joseph de la Garza made his dream come true when he recently completed the Great American RailTrail on August 15, 2021. According to the Great American Rail-Trail website railstotrails.org it is the nation’s first crosscountry multiuse trail, stretching more than 3,700 miles between Washington, D.C., and Washington State. This trail is an iconic piece of American infrastructure that will connect thousands of miles of rail-trails and other multiuse trails,
serving tens of millions of people living along the route as well as those who visit the trail from around the country and the world. Joseph grew up and went to school in La Feria and is a 1983 graduate. Mr. de la Garza stated that the bicycle ride has always been a dream of his and was encouraged by warrior expeditions to complete. Warrior expeditions which is a veteran nonprofit outdoor therapy program, helps veterans transition from their wartime experiences through long-distance outdoor expeditions. Mr. de la Garza has always enjoyed cycling and is
an advocate for rails to trails bike lanes and safer routes to school. His wife Beth, whom is also a La Feria Native and a Class of 1980 alumni, has fully supported him in his endeavor. He served both in the Navy and Army which taught him many important life lessons along the way. He also worked for the Harlingen Fire Department for 21 years and is now retired. He and his family live in Laguna Vista where he enjoys his hobbies of surfing, stand up paddle boarding, playing the guitar and of course bicycle riding. Mr. De la Garza started out his journey on May 27, 2021 in Washington D.C. and ended his bike run in La Push, Washing-
ton. He totaled 74 riding days along the route. It was an experience he’ll never forget and wants to Thank everyone for their continued support, payers and blessings sent his way for his journey. He stated “We have many problems in our country and the world, however if we focus on commonal-
Photo taken from: Warrior Expections' Facebook page. Joseph on far right
Cameron County Commissioners Court Honors Two 100-year-old Twins
NOW ACCEPTING PATIENTS Bright Odei, MD & Juan Briones, PA-C
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ity as opposed to differences, we find ourselves in better place.” For more information on the Great American Rail-Trail you could go to their website at railstrails.org and for information on Warrior expeditions you could go their warriorexpeditions. org web page.
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The Great American Rail-Trail Warrior Bike veterans starting their 3,700-mile bike from Washington D.C. to Washington State. Joseph de la Garza in center. (Joseph in center) Photo taken from: Warrior Expections' Facebook page
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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and for many the subject of suicide is off limits. They believe the mere mention of suicide around friends and family can cause suicidal thoughts for them. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Approximately 47,500 Americans died by their own hand in 2019, making suicide the 10th leading cause of death in this nation. Suicide rates in the US have climbed 33% in the last decade. One of the ways to reduce that number is by talking about suicide and suicidal ideation, which can spur meaningful conversations about mental health and potentially save lives. Even more concerning is that suicide and suicide attempts among our nation’s youth (ages 10-24) are on the rise. According to information released
last year by the CDC, 19% of youth had seriously considered attempting suicide, 16% had made a suicide plan, 9% had made a suicide attempt, and 2.5% had made a suicide attempt that was significant enough to require medical treatment. Join the conversation, and reach out to those who have been personally affected by suicide, raise awareness, and connect those struggling with suicidal ideation to professional counselors and treatment services that can help them. If your child or someone you love is struggling with depression or thinking about suicide, get help now. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273TALK (8255), is a free resource, available 24 hours a day for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
The Crisis Text Line is a free 24/7 text line where trained crisis counselors support individuals in crisis. Text “Jason” to 741741 to speak with a compassionate, trained Crisis Counselor. Confidential support 24/7, for free.
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Photo caption: United Launch Alliance on Airport Drive is across the street from Texas State Technical College’s Harlingen campus. (TSTC photo.)
(HARLINGEN, Texas) - South Texas and the solar system are closer than you think. As space shuttles inspired children of the 1980s, today’s space capsules and reusable rockets are motivating a new generation to dream galactic. “My students are going to be the technicians the aerospace world is hiring,” said Leo Guajardo, lead instructor in Texas State Technical College’s Aviation Maintenance program in Harlingen. United Launch Alliance on Airport Drive is next door to Valley International Airport and across the street from TSTC. The company has operated in its 300,000-square-
foot facility since 1990, producing adapters, engine sections and payload fairings for the Atlas V launch vehicle. The company also has locations in Alabama and Colorado, with launches taking place in California and Florida. Guajardo said ULA has been a good neighbor to TSTC, and their long relationship has proved valuable. He said in the past TSTC’s Aviation Maintenance students have acquired work experience at ULA as they took classes. “It is a leg into the aerospace industry, and it is extremely valuable,” Guajardo said. Heather McFarland, ULA’s communications specialist in strategic communications, said the
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company is always seeking technicians who have skills in assembly, computer numerical controlled machine operations, crane operations and welding. TSTC fits the company’s mission of finding the best employees with a strong technical education. “We build great teams and partners to achieve legendary results,” she said. ULA has given financial gifts in the past to TSTC, including $40,000 in 2015 for the campus Challenger Learning Center’s planetarium. TSTC offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Aircraft Airframe Technology and an Aircraft Airframe Technician certificate of completion. Also offered
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First Baptist Church, La Feria Like everyone, my heart is broken for the Afghan people trying leave the country. At least two people died clinging to a plane leaving Kabul, only to fall to their deaths. I have ranted and raved about the fundamentalist Muslim Taliban which wants women and girls to live as less than men. Whose religious views are characteristic of all fundamentalism, Muslim or Christian, antiintellectual, anti-ethical, and antichrist. Then it struck me how sympathetic I am for Afghans willing to risk their lives for better lives. But I am so unsympathetic for people from South America fleeing despot regimes. Oh, I am quick to point out the differences. The Taliban must be worse than the Cartel. Afghanistan must be worse than El Salvador, Honduras, or Guatemala. Is that true or the product of my prejudice? The only explanation for my hypocrisy is that there is a fat chance that someone from Afghanistan will move next door to me. Jesus asked the hard question. Who is my neighbor?
CHURCH SERVICE DIRECTORY 1st United methodist Church Pastor Federico Perez, 797-1393 331 S. Main St., La Feria, Sunday School 10am, Traditional Worship Service 9am, Contemporary Service 11am, UM Youth 5pm International Worship Center Bishop Ronaldo Ortiz 956-797-1204 116 W. Seventh St., La Feria Services Sunday (English) 9:30am Domingo (Espanol) 11am, Miercoles 7pm Interdenominational Worship Extreme Youth Sat. 6 pm First baptist Church of Santa rosa Pastor Harold Parker 956-636-1603 118 Jesus R. Cruz, Santa Rosa Sunday Services 9:30am Bible Study, 10:30am Morning Worship, 7pm Wednesday Evening Worship.
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Apostolic Faith tabernacle Pastor Ramon Zarate 357-6384 621 South Main, La Feria Sunday School 10am Sunday Worship 4pm, Wed. Evening 7:30pm. All services are bilingual. Iglesia Oracion en Su presencia missionary Church,Inc. Pastors Frank & Janie Gonzalez 797-0044 4th Street, La Feria,TX Sunday 10am & 6pm, Monday 7 pm Prayer Service, Wednesday 7 pm, Friday 7 pm. Church of Christ Minister Gene Head 536-9832 912 N. Parker Rd., La Feria, Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible Study, Sunday 9:30am Bible Study, 10:30am Service, 5pm Evening Service Los Domingos: 12:00 Medio Dia Los Jueves: 7:00 pm Estudio De Biblia Faith Church of Christian & missionary Alliance Church Pastor Oscar Loredo 797-1739 125 W. First St., La Feria,Tx Bilingual Ministry Sunday 10am Sunday School, 11am Worship, Wednesday 7 pm Bible Study, Friday 7 pm Prayer.
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Living Water Church and ministry Pastor Henry and Rosie 2805 Memorial Suite B. La Feria Sunday Service 11am, 6pm Spanish Worship Service, 7pm Wednesday Service St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Fr. Rodolfo Franco 797-2666, office: 502 S. Canal Casa de church: 500 South Canal St., La Feria, Esperanza Apostolic Saturday Mass 5:30pm, Church Sunday Mass 8am Spanish, 416 W. Spruce La Feria 10am English, 12pm Bilingual. 965-639-4301 Bilingual Services Sunday at 1:00pm Christ In Our midst Daniel Martinez - Pastor missionary Church Pastor: Rev. Daniel Carrizalez St. mary’s Catholic 956-742-6311 Church 1 mile N. of FM 506, La Feria FR. Edouard Atangana, Sunday School - 9:45 a.m., 956-636-1211 Sunday Worship - 11:00 a.m., 101 San Antonio Ave., Santa Rosa Wednesday Service - 7:00 p.m., Monday Saturday Mass 5pm Bilingual, Prayer - 7:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8am Spanish, New Hope 10am English. presbyterian Church 208 West Central Ave, First baptist Church of La Feria,TX, 956-277-0208 La Feria Services Sunday 4:30 pm 797-1214 Sunday School 3:15 pm Main St. & Magnolia, La Feria Communion on the Wednesday 6:30pm Youth Bible Study & 1st Sunday of every month Mission Friends, 9:45am Sunday School, 11am Morning Worship Service Cowboy Church 11235 Swift Ln. Santa Rosa, Tex. Service St. Albans at 11:00am Sunday Episcopal Church 6:30pm pm Monday Reverend Scott Brown 956-975-6144 956-428-2305, www.westernoutreach.org 1417 E. Austin, Harlingen,TX Holy Communion 8am, Sunday School St. paul Lutheran Church 9:15, Holy Eucharist 10:30am. Pastor Nathan Wendorf Sundays 8:00AM (Traditional) Hope in the Word Church HC first, third & fi fth Pastors Jose & Bertha Belmares 10:30AM (Contemporary) 797-3621, HC second, fourth & fi fth 28354 S. Bixby Rd., La Feria (956) 423-3924 Services Friday 6pm, Sunday 10am. 602 Morgan Blvd. All services are Bilingual, English & Harlingen, TX 78550 Spanish. church@saintpaulharlingen.com templo Getsemani primera Iglesia Pastor Julio y Claudia Mendoza bautista Phone (956) 589-5016 956-797-1740 11418 Fifth St. La Feria 519 N. Main, La Feria Servicios: Bilingual Services: Sunday 9:45am Tuesday & Thursday 7pm Sunday School, 10:45am Worship Friday Pray at 7pm Service, 5:00pm WMU, Sunday Bible Study at 10am & 6pm 6:00 pm Evening Worship Service, Immanuel Lutheran Iglesia Generacion Church & School En Conquista Rev. Ed Weber Pastor Samuel y Magda Cervantes, 956-565-1518 Office (M-F; 8-12 noon) Phone (956) 536-2215 956-565-3208 School (Grades: PK-5th 2803 W. Exp. 83 Suite A. La Feria 703 W. 3rd St., Mercedes, TX Sunday Service 10am Bible Study, 11am Sunday Worship Services 9am Worship Service, Sunday Bible Class 10:30 am 7pm Wednesday Family Service immanuelmercedes@gmail.com lutheranmercedes.com
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THURSDAYS _____________ SOROSIS LITERARY CLUB 2nd Thursday Contact Cindy Moore (956) 245-5742 SANTA ROSA CITY COUNCIL MEETING 3rd Thursday • 7:00pm Santa Rosa City Hall (956) 636-1113 MEN’S SUPPORT GROUP Every Thursday • 7-9pm Men’s Resource Center of South Texas 204 N. 1st St. • Harlingen (956) 425-6110
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ATTORNEY OF PERSON FILING THE CAUSE ANTHONY P. TROIANI 611 E WASHINGTON ST BROWNSVILLE TX 78520 THE STATE OF TEXAS
City of La Feria Specific Use Permit Request Notice of Public Hearing
In the County Court at Law IV of Cameron County, Texas To: UNKNOWN HEIRS, IF ANY OF Joseph Blake Carballa, Deceased,
On Tuesday September 14, 2021 at 6:30 PM the City of La Feria City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an SUP-Specific Use Permit to allow the operation of a Food Truck on the following property:
GREETINGS: You are commanded to appear and answer to the Application to Determine Heirship and for Letters of Administration, filed by Carla Valenzuela de Carballa, at or before 10 o’clock A.M. of the first Monday after the expiration of 10 days from the date of service of this citation, before the Honorable County Court at Law IV of Cameron County, at the Courthouse in Brownsville, Texas, Said Application to Determine Heirship and for Letters of Administration was filed on May 25, 2021.
Property located at 101 W. Expressway 83, the legal description being: MinnesotaTexas Irrigation Land Company, Block 51, Acres 0.04280, Cameron Appraisal District ID# 180486, SUP Applicant is Nancy Bustos and Property Owner: Garcia Super Supply LLC.
The file number of said Matter being No. 2021-CPC-00177 County Court at Law IV
The public hearing will be held at 6:30 PM. in the City Commission Meeting Room, 115 E. Commercial Ave, La Feria, Texas. All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public hearing to voice their opinion regarding the granting of this SUPSpecific Use Permit. Interested persons may also submit written testimony to:
The Style being: IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOSEPH BLAKE CARBALLA, DECEASED The nature of said proceeding being substantially as follows, to wit: Determine who the heirs and only heirs of decedent are and their respective shares and interests in this estate; that no appraisers be appointed; and for all other relief to which applicant may be entitled.
City of La Feria Attn: Planning Department 115 E. Commercial Ave. La Feria, TX 78559-5002
Issued on this the 26th day of May, 2021. Given under my hand and seal of said Court at Office in the City of Brownsville, Texas on this the 26th day of May, 2021.
The City Commission meeting room is handicapped accessible. Persons with disabilities or who require auxiliary aids or services to participate in this hearing should contact the City Secretary two days before the hearing so that appropriate a arrangements can be made.
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The SANTA MARIA ISD will hold a public meeting at 6:00 PM, August 30, 2021 in the Administration Building located at: 11119 Military Hwy 281, SANTA MARIA, TX 78592. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the school district's budget that will determine the tax rate that will be adopted. Public participation in the discussion is invited. The tax rate that is ultimately adopted at this meeting or at a separate meeting at a later date may not exceed the proposed rate shown below unless the district publishes a revised notice containing the same information and comparisons set out below and holds another public meeting to discuss the revised notice. Maintenance Tax
$1.05170/$100 (proposed rate for maintenance and operations)
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Debt Service
2.00% increase
Total expenditures
-4.00% decrease
Total Appraised Value and Total Taxable Value (as calculated under Section 26.04, Tax Code) Preceding Tax Year Total appraised value* of all property $97,920,934 Total appraised value* of new property** $648,827 Total taxable value*** of all property $70,543,504 Total taxable value*** of new property** $612,336 *Appraised value is the amount shown on the appraisal roll and defined by Section 1.04(8), Tax Code. ** "New property" is defined by Section 26.012(17), Tax Code. *** "Taxable value" is defined by Section 1.04(10), Tax Code.
Current Tax Year $101,487,669 $1,813,021 $74,870,699 $1,551,461
Bonded Indebtedness Total amount of outstanding and unpaid bonded indebtedness* $11,769,282 *Outstanding principal.
Comparison of Proposed Rates with Last Year's Rates
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Last Year's Rate Rate to Maintain Same Level of Maintenance &
Maintenance & Operations $1.054700
Interest & Sinking Fund* $0.415000*
Total $1.469700
$1.03299 $0.39799* $1.430970 Operations Revenue & Pay Debt Service Proposed Rate $1.051700 $0.465000* $1.516700 *The Interest & Sinking Fund tax revenue is used to pay for bonded indebtedness on construction, equipment, or both. The bonds, and the tax rate necessary to pay those bonds, were approved by the voters of this district.
Local Revenue Per Student $1,506
State Revenue Per Student $13,280
$1,808
$13,693
$1,799
$14,328
Comparison of Proposed Levy with Last Year's Levy on Average Residence Average Market Value of Residences Average Taxable Value of Residences Last Year's Rate Versus Proposed Rate per $100 Value Taxes Due on Average Residence Increase (Decrease) in Taxes
Last Year $54,787 $29,434 $1.46970 $432.59
This Year $56,003 $29,744 $1.49670 $450.83 $18.24
Under state law, the dollar amount of school taxes imposed on the residence homestead of a person 65 years of age or older or of the surviving spouse of such a person, if the surviving spouse was 55 years of age or older when the person died, may not be increased above the amount paid in the first year after the person turned 65, regardless of changes in tax rate or property value. Notice of Rollback Rate: The highest tax rate the district can adopt before requiring voter approval at an election is $1.532160. This election will be automatically held if the district adopts a rate in excess of the rollback rate of $1.532160.
Fund Balances The following estimated balances will remain at the end of the current fiscal year and are not encumbered with or by a corresponding debt obligation, less estimated funds necessary for operating the district before receipt of the first state aid payment. Maintenance and Operations Fund Balance(s) $2,100,000 Interest & Sinking Fund Balance(s) $50,000
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La Feria Set to Faceoff Against Raymondville in Season Opener By KEVIN NARRO La Feria News
LA FERIA-The Lions will start their 2021 season on the road at Raymondville. A pair of 4A schools who have had good results over the past few
seasons will now kickoff their season against each other. The storyline will be the play making ability of QB Aaron Trevino of La Feria and Kats QB Jayson Cantu. Trevino has weapons around him in the
offense as he takes over Dario Sanchez under center. Raymondville will need to replace Zaravion Armendariz who provided Raymondville with plenty of fire power on offense the last few seasons.
Lionettes Secure Wins on the Court and Cross Country By KEVIN NARRO La Feria News
LA FERIA-Over the weekend the Lionettes cross country team competed in the San Benito meet and came out on top.
La Feria placed first in the meet for a second straight meet. Leading the way was Liana Navarro who placed first, in second place was Mia Trevino, Leandra Fernandez
finished in third, in fifth place was Cierra Garcia and in seventh was Lindsey Cantu. Also competing in the meet was Rianna Gonzalez, Kenedy Cantu, Zaida Manzo, Jasmine
Aaron Trevino during summer 7 on 7 league. Photos from La Feria ISD's Facebook Page.
Villagomez and Ximena Garcia. On the volleyball court, the Lionettes improved their overall record to 8-10 on the year. The Lionettes are fresh off a sweep against Donna North (25-21, 2513,25-15) Up next will be the Hidalgo tournament.
Photos from a practice in early August, via the La Feria ISD Facebook page.
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A Prayer of Healing by James Arnold
The Next Chapter Three Poems Looking Beyond to See Within by James Arnold For a time needing love and its symbol the dove, Such a sad time indeed for our souls in great need. In messages of scorn such evil is born, Such darkness of heart makes violence to start. We should lift up each day those who fall by the way. The Savior above gave the world Gospel’s call, To see beyond race the Divine of others’ face.
In times of sickness and deep despair, Please know in truth that our God is there, And many friends Do ask in prayer That all is perfect And within his care, For everything Christ has a balm, And though we fear, His faith does calm. The love of all To you this day, And for your healing, Our souls do pray. And for the ones For whom you care, May God’s great love Their protection share. Amen.
A Vessel of Clay by James Arnold Dear Heavenly Father, Make of me a vessel for healing, For all around me fear and death are stealing. Thou the Potter and I the clay, Guide my heart through every day In what I write and what I say. Help me heed the Gospel’s call To lift up others when they fall. When fears abound, Thou can be found.
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Cameron County Commissioners Court Honors Two 100-year-old Twins
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UT Health RGV to Build Cancer and Surgery Center MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide advisory services
News and Internal Communications of UTRGV RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – AUGUST 19, 2021 – UT Health RGV is expanding its healthcare offerings in South Texas with a new Cancer and Surgery Center, with oncology advisory services provided by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center — a world leader in cancer care and research. The center is part of the phase 1 development of UTRGV’s McAllen Academic Medical Campus on the newly acquired 38 acres, located on the south side of Pecan Boulevard between Jackson and McColl roads within the 495 Commerce Center development. UTRGV President Guy Bailey said the Cancer and Surgery Center helps to address an underserved healthcare need in the region. “This is a pivotal moment in our commitment to expand healthcare services in the Rio Grande Valley, South Texas and beyond,” Bailey said. “We look forward to engaging with MD Anderson’s advisory services to develop and launch our cancer program. “I would like to thank Senator Juan ‘Chuy’ Hinojosa for his dedication and support of this important project,” Bailey added. Hinojosa, Texas senator
for District 20, said the new Cancer and Surgery Center is an important addition to the region. “We will keep working to secure the partnerships and investments necessary, so that in the future our patients in South Texas will have access to top-notch facilities and world-class doctors,” he said. “Working together, we can beat cancer.” ABOUT THE CENTER The 100,000-squarefoot Cancer and Surgery Center includes the cancer center, which will provide much-needed access to underserved specialties and clinical services in medical, radiation and surgical oncology, as well as clinical research across those areas. The surgery center will include outpatient surgery and imaging spaces to support continuity of care for patients through the full spectrum of their care journey. Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2022, with completion in Spring 2024. Dr. Michael Hocker, dean of the UTRGV School of Medicine, said the new complex is a gamechanger for the people of the region. The Rio Grande Valley has higher rates of many cancers, and many are advanced at initial detection. “Unfortunately, most everyone has had a family member or friend who has been affected by cancer,”
Hocker said. “Soon, we’ll have a center in our backyard that will provide first-rate cancer care from diagnosis through treatment. The complex also will provide more opportunities to expand the important cancer research already being conducted by our School of Medicine.” MD ANDERSON'S ADVISORY ROLE MD Anderson will provide advisory services, specifically in the areas of: Cancer program clinical operations. Recruitment of key physicians and staff in the areas of medical, radiation and surgical oncology. Virtual care services including disease site consultations, tumor boards, second opinion and virtual support. Multidisciplinary clinical planning. Space, facilities and equipment programming and design. Education for patients and staff. MEDIA CONTACTS Patrick.Gonzales@ UTRGV.edu Associate Vice President for University Marketing & Communications / 956665-3110 Marci.Caltabiano@ UTRGV.edu UTRGV Director of News and Internal Communications / 956665-2742
Caption for photo: L-R: County Judge Eddie Treviño Jr., Joe Salazar, Olga Castillo, Pete Castillo, Commissioner Pct 1 Sofia C. Benavides, Commissioner Pct 3 David A. Garza, Commissioner Pct 4 Gus Ruiz.
On August 24, 2021 the Cameron County Commissioners Court presented two special proclamations to the family of 100-year-old twins from Cameron County, Rosa and Sara Galvan. Rosa and Sara were born in Brownsville on January 22, 1921. They were two of fourteen siblings. Their mother unfortunately passed away when Rosa and Sara were only two years old and the large family was then divided up to be raised by their father and other relatives. Rosa was raised in the rural area known as Las Yescas East of Rio Hondo by Jaunita Galvan Soto. There she grew up until she met her husband Timoteo Salazar and married in 1936. Rosa raised thirteen children with her husband until his passing in 1959. In 1965 Rosa and seven of
her children moved to the city limits of Rio Hondo. Rosa continued to work hard to support her family, she worked at odd jobs, did sewing and ironing, and even picked cotton during the summers. Sara was raised in Brownsville by Eulalia Galvan and later in life worked at a textile company during the 1940’s and then worked for the Levi’s Strauss Company during the 50’s; all the while also working at a local grocery store during those decades. Though the twin sisters endured the hardship of being separated at an early age and lived through very challenging times in history, such as the Great Depression and devastating hurricanes such as Beulah in 1967, they lived and enjoyed life and kept in constant contact with each
other. Both sisters enjoyed meeting people along the way and taking part in community activities especially those involving faith and family. Rosa and Sara were recognized by the Commissioners’ Court for their joyful years of life. The Court approved and signed two special proclamations on August 10, 2021 honoring Rosa and Sara. According to several online sources, Rosa and Sara are ranked number 8 in the world of the oldest known living twins. Rosa and Sara were 100 years, 6 months, and 19 days of age as of date of the proclamations. Sadly Rosa Galvan passed away only days after the signing of the proclamations and before the proclamations could be presented to family members.
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