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Your Community Newspaper, Serving the Heart of the Rio Grande Valley VOLUME 99 NUMBER 6

68th Annual Presentation Ball

UTRGV School Of Medicine Receives Grant

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Lions Compete Against Grulla

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Seated Left to Right: Tiffany Garza, Jaycee Loredo, Leandra Fernandez, Madison Cano, Alaina Castillo. Standing Left to Right: Kaya Dickerson, Sabrina Azua, Seleah Martinez, Leslie Flores, Madison Granquist, Allison Garza. Not Shown: Carilynn Mendez The 68th Annual Grande Valley collegenormally transformed for the remainder of the Port Isabel, San Benito, Presentation Ball of the bound, civically and into a breathtaking evening. Rio Hondo, La Feria, Lower Valley Cotillion socially active girls. Many ball room filled with New members to Santa Rosa and Willacy Club was held at the South Rio Grande Valley women beautiful flowers. Each the Cotillion Club are County. During their Padre Island Convention have fond memories year the debutantes wear selected their junior senior year, Cotillion Center on Saturday, of their own Cotillion a traditional white gown year in high school by members return to renew February 5, 2022. presentations in years and long white gloves. an advisory board that acquaintances at the Fall The Cotillion past. The Cotillion Club They carry a long stem considers leadership, Luncheon and formal Club was founded in continues to be a two-year rose while being presented community activities, Presentation Ball; and September of 1954 by social club for select junior alongside their fathers. college intentions, and at the Spring Luncheon, Mrs. Byron Campbell of and senior girls. The The first dance after the suggestions by their they are familiarized with Raymondville as a social highlight of each year is presentation is reserved senior advisory members. college requirements and organization designed to the Presentation Ball. For for their fathers. Then the Lower Valley Cotillion activities. bring together and present this special celebration, fathers relinquish their Club members represent to society Lower Rio the presentation ball is daughters to their escorts the cities of Harlingen,

Congratulations to the La Feria High School Mighty Lion Band members who competed on January 29th at the Region UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest and earning 18 Division 1 Superior Ratings with 13 of those advancing State.

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UTRGV legacy alumna joins RCVCOBE’s marketing faculty By Amanda L. Alaniz RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – JAN. 28, 2022 – While she was teaching from coast-to-coast, Sunaina Chugani Marquez, Ph.D., now an assistant professor of marketing in UTRGV’s Robert C. Vackar College of Business and Entrepreneurship, picked up a range of lessons to integrate into her teaching. She has taught marketing at The University of Texas at Austin, San Diego State University and Baruch College (City University of New York), and has co-authored several publications about

consumers and the role of marketing in business. She also was voted by students at Fowler College of Business at SDSU as the most engaged faculty member in 2020. The UT Pan American legacy alumna now is bringing to UTRGV all the lessons she picked up along the way and has combined them with her passion for teaching. “I love telling stories. I teach consumer behavior, so I can deliver the content in a way that’s a story that draws people in,” Marquez said. “And to be able to watch students nod their

heads when I say something that lands? It feels great. There’s this connection component of teaching that I absolutely love.” COMING HOME Marquez started her first semester in Fall 2021, teaching two online consumer behavior courses. She is excited to be working with dedicated UTRGV faculty, and to be helping students hone their skills. McAllen is Marquez’s stomping grounds. The educator graduated from UTPA with a bachelor’s degree in finance and an MBA. She went on to get a Ph.D. in marketing from UT Austin.

Coming back to McAllen started out as a simple visit, she said, but she and her husband decided to make it a permanent move. They had just had their first child and felt they needed some support, especially when the pandemic began to unravel across the country. She was working at San Diego State University at the time and reached out to UTRGV to inquire about the possibility of a teaching position. It all worked out.

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UTRGV School Of Medicine Receives Grant

Meeting the healthcare needs of border residents native, and I believe we can

Dr. Karina Madrigal, EdD, MA, assistant professor of Pediatrics and director of Faculty Development, UTRGV School of Medicine. (UTRGV Photo by Jennifer Galindo) By Saira Cabrera RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS – FEB. 1, 2022 – The UTRGV School of Medicine has been awarded a grant to help meet the healthcare needs of Hispanic communities on the South Texas border. The $5,000 grant from The University of Texas Kenneth I. Shine Academy of Health Science Education is for a nine-month certificate pilot program – “Better Teachers, Better Healthcare for Historically Underserved Hispanics at the Border: MedEd Teaching Certificate Program” – meant to focus on innovative medical education and best teaching practices. Because the program is tailored to the border’s specific healthcare needs,

medical educators will gain professional development opportunities as clinical faculty members to enhance student learning and, in turn, produce physicians better trained to meet the healthcare needs of historically underserved Hispanics at the Border. Dr. Karina Madrigal, EdD, MA, assistant professor of Pediatrics and director of Faculty Development, is principal investigator on the grant. “We will be able to increase our current efforts to train the next generation of physicians in using modern medical education and innovative teaching strategies in both the classroom and clinical setting,” Madrigal said. “These efforts are significant to me because I am a Valley

further prepare our students to better care for our underserved communities.” The end goal, Madrigal said, is to enhance the patient experience in medically underserved communities like the Valley. The team’s goals include: Implementing active learning techniques and technology. Strategically developing educational innovations. Incorporating evidencebased medical education strategies. The team also aims to establish an educational philosophy anchored in Hispanic border healthcare needs by recognizing the unique social determinants of health, cultural awareness, and cultural competency. In addition to Madrigal, the team of co-investigators includes: Dr. Beatriz Tapia, MD, EdD, MPH, interim associate dean of Faculty Affairs and Development, assistant dean for Pediatrics and associate professor of Pediatrics. Dr. Robert Nelson Jr., MD, MS, FAAP, interim vice dean for Educational Affairs, senior associate dean of Faculty Affairs and chair of Pediatrics. Dr. Rene Corbeil, EdD, professor in the UTRGV Department of Teaching and Learning, Educational Technology, served as a technology consultant. The grant helps reinforce the UTRGV MedEd Teaching Certificate Program launched in November 2021. Founded in 2005, the Shine Academy was created to serve The University of Texas System through the support and advancement of excellence in health science education, educational scholarship, and leadership.

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I had a friend who enjoyed company. But only in small doses. When he decided his guests had overstayed their welcome, he would leave a not-so-subtle message. They would wake to a can of tuna on the kitchen table. They got the message. “After 3 days company, like fish, begins to smell.” Periodically, our church gathers at the Lord’s table for communion. It is a big table, with room for all kinds of people. Reservations are unnecessary. We always make room for guests. Tuna is never left on that table. Stay as long as you like. There is a seat with your name on it. Come and see. -Mark S. Ross DMin.

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TO: Scott James Flohr and Trudy Jo Flohr, DEFENDANTS – GREETINGS: NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: "you have been sued. you may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 am on the Monday next following the expiration of 42 days after the date this citation was issued, a default judgment may be taken against you. In addition to filing a written answer with the clerk, you may be required to make initial disclosures to the other parties of this suit. These disclosures generally must be made no later than 30 days after you file your answer with the clerk. Find out more at TexasLawHelp.org." " You are hereby commanded to appear by filing a written answer to the Original Petition at or before 10:00 o'clock A.M. on the Monday next after the expiration of 42 days after the date of issuance of this citation before the Honorable 357th District Court of Cameron County, at the Courthouse in said County in Brownsville, Texas. Said Original Petition was filed in said court on the 4th day of January, 2022 in the above entitled cause. A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to-wit: Trepass to Try Title as is more fully shown by Original Petition on file in this suit. Issued and given under my hand and seal of said Court at Brownsville, Texas, on this the 27th day of January, 2022.

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City of La Feria City Commission Specific Use Permit Request Notice of Public Hearing On Tuesday February 22, 2022 at 6:30 PM the City of La Feria City Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following SUP-Specific Use Permit to allow the operation of a food trailer at the following location: A. Property location is 715 N. Main Street, the legal description being: Lot 23, Block 1, Traylor Acres Subdivision, Cameron Appraisal District ID # 87050, SUP Applicant: Charles Villanueva Jr., Property Owner: Eloy Gomez Jr. 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 these SUP-Specific Use Permit. Interested persons may also submit written testimony to:

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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 arrangements can be made. To request additional information, please contact Juan Ortiz, Planning Director at (956) 797-2261.

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The deadline for proposals is February 23, 2022, at noon. Please go to the La Feria ISD school website (http://www.laferiaisd.org) under A-Z dropdown, Business Office, Purchasing, BID OPPORTUNITIES, and look for the E-Rate 25 Proposal section to obtain detailed bid specifications/packets. Specifications will be available on our district website (laferiaisd.org) on January 26, 2021. For further assistance, contact: Mr. Daniel De Leon, Technology Director Phone: (956)-797-8330 E-mail: ERate@laferiaisd.org Bids will be recommended at the next board meeting. The district reserves the right to accept and/or reject any or all proposals. Mr. Daniel De Leon Technology Director

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Lions Compete Against Grulla

La Feria Lions vs Grulla. Pulled from La Feria ISD’s Twitter

Lionettes Continue Winning Ways By Ruben Rodriguez La Feria News Lionettes Soccer continued their winning ways after knocking off The Lady Tarpons in a dominant performance winning 6-0 to improve to 2-0 in district play. The Lionettes are now 3-1 in the 2022 Girls Soccer Season. The Lionettes have scored 22 straight unanswered goals this District Season. La Feria will face off

against the Jubilee Lady Titans on February 4th, then again on March 1st. La Feria also will take on Harmony School of Innovation February 8 and March 4. The Riverview Lady Rockets will host the Lionettes on February 11, then will travel to La Feria on March 8. Rio Hondo comes to town on February 15th before hosting La Feria on March 11 to close out the Regular Season. Last Season, the

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Lionettes finished off the number 2 seed in District Play with a 6-2 record. La Feria looks to avenge their losses to Rio Hondo and Brownsville Jubliee, who were their only two losses in district play. Key opponents include Port Isabel, Rio Hondo, Riverview, and Jubilee. While already on the right track, The Lionettes look to potentially bring District Gold to La Feria in 2022.

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Tackling Heartburn on Game Day

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(StatePoint) The Big Game represents one of the largest eating days in the United States, with gatherings serving up everything from spicy buffalo wings and pizza to sliders and nachos. Between all these goto treats and the stress brought on by watching the game, many fans experience heartburn. Though common, heartburn can be very uncomfortable, with many feeling a painful “burning” sensation in the chest. Some may also experience pressure or pain just behind the breastbone that can last minutes or continue for a few hours. Other symptoms include the feeling that food is “sticking” in the chest or throat, a sour or acid taste in the back of the throat, and discomfort that gets worse after eating, burping and bloating. But heartburn doesn’t need to sideline you on game day. Tackle Heartburn Symptoms To avoid heartburn, take a look at your game

day spread. Incorporate foods that are low in fat and high in protein or that have a high water content. Healthy choices include hummus, crudité, grilled chicken skewers and non-alcoholic beverages. No matter what you’re snacking on though, be sure to stop eating before you’re full. It’s also smart to cheer from a sitting or standing position. When you lie flat, your esophagus and stomach are on an even plane. This makes it easy for stomach acids to flow into your esophagus, which can cause heartburn. Dodge wardrobe malfunctions by wearing clothing with a little give. Tight clothing or belts can put constant pressure on your stomach, giving acid nowhere to go but up and out. An easy fix? Wear your favorite jersey and don’t be afraid to loosen your belt a notch or two. If you do need fast heartburn relief, you can also turn to TUMS, which takes seconds to start neutralizing gastric acid in the esophagus, where the pain of heartburn generally

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23. Big fuss 24. Nose-in-the-air type 25. Uber alternative 28. One on a pedestal 30. Moderately wide 35. Eye layer 37. Twelfth month of Jewish year 39. Cheese-covered chip 40. Popped relief? 41. *”Love, ____” movie

be drawn randomly to receive a $56,000 cash prize. Participants will also have an opportunity to win a piece of an additional $32,000 in prizes throughout the game. Satisfy your appetite for competition by sharing your standing on the live leaderboard via Twitter using #TUMSworthyTrivia. To enter for a chance to win, visit @TUMSOfficial. “To avoid stressinduced heartburn, take a cue from my playbook and try to have some extra fun during the Big Game,” says Hall of Fame running back, and twotime Big Game champion, Terrell Davis, who will be competing against Pittsburgh legendary wide receiver and two-time Big Game champion, Hines Ward, in a special headto-head trivia challenge on February 10, livestreamed via @TUMSOfficial. Ward agrees: “Heartburn is painful. Flex your trivia skills to help you relax and enjoy this year’s Big Game.”

43. Splints site 44. Muhammad’s teachings 46. Orchestra instrument 47. Past of heave 48. Avoids work, in British slang 50. Give off 52. Dose of sunshine 53. Back seat 55. Hair-raising product 57. *____ valentine, an opposite of love note 61. English author perhaps best known for “The Canterbury Tales” 65. Like Mary-Kate and Ashley 66. Pooh’s “wise” friend 68. Bring to an end 69. Potassium nitrate 70. Farm sound 71. Arm bones 72. Back talk 73. Uniting conjunction 74. Imposter

DOWN 1. Smoke plus fog 2. Comes in hard or soft shell 3. Parts of a play 4. ____-____-la 5. Plural of solidus 6. Heidi’s shoe 7. *Sweetie follower 8. Cook’s cover 9. Wheel holder 10. Cambodian money 11. Two-masted vessel 12. “The Sun ____ Rises” 15. Trash can for fireplace (2 words) 20. Source of lymphocytes, pl. 22. Pull along 24. Dormant state 25. *Famous archer 26. Dispatch boat 27. “____ and whistles” 29. Hodgepodge 31. Mr. and Mrs. Incredible’s son 32. Blood of the gods, Greek mythology 33. Seven days postmortem 34. *Hive-related endearment 36. Unfortunately, exclamation 38. Rumpelstiltskin machine 42. Stallion’s cry 45. Business combination 49. Old Man’s turf, according to Hemingway 51. Darjeeling server 54. Smell, usually pleasant 56. Calms 57. Ford Transit and such 58. Pelvic parts 59. Lice eggs 60. Augments 61. Oaf 62. Scoop holder 63. Biblical twin 64. Donna or Lou 67. Got a blue ribbon

8 • February 9, 2022 • LA FERIA NEWS

COVID Drugs Offer Hope for at-risk Patients, but Officials Stress Need for Continued Precautions BROWNSVILLE & HARLINGEN — While the arrival of drugs to combat the risk of serious illness associated with COVID-19 infection is welcome, health experts are urging the community to be up to date on COVID vaccinations and continue to utilize proven COVID safety measures to slow the spread of the virus. Dr. John Austin, physician adviser at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Harlingen, said the two pharmaceuticals – Paxlovid, for individuals 12 years and older, and Molnupiravir, for patients over 18 years old – are important tools in the arsenal against COVID-19 and are now available in limited supply throughout the Rio Grande Valley. However, Austin stressed that the drugs are intended for use in patients who have tested positive for

COVID-19 and are at highrisk of developing serious COVID-related illness. “These are antivirals and they work by inhibiting the virus’s ability to replicate in the body,” he said. “Currently these have to be prescribed by a physician in an outpatient setting and these drugs are intended specifically for those patients who are immunocompromised or have weakened immune systems, those with diabetes, cancer patients, or dialysis patients.” Austin further stressed that both drugs are not intended for those who may have been exposed to COVID-19 but have not yet tested positive, or those who have tested positive for COVID-19 but are otherwise healthy. “If someone in your family comes home and thinks they have COVID, please don’t race out and

try to get a prescription for these drugs,” he said. “These are only for people who are COVID positive and a physician thinks they are at risk of developing severe complications from the disease.” Austin said that because of both the limited supply of drugs and their intended use, they are not a substitution for COVID vaccination and safety precautions. “The supply of these drugs is extremely limited right now,” he said. “It does not preclude the strong recommendation for vaccination, wearing your masks, washing your hands, and utilizing social distancing.” Dr. Beverly Zavaleta, Physician Advisor at Valley Baptist Medical Center-Brownsville also stressed the urgent need for local residents to continue practicing proven COVID

safety measures in hopes of slowing the rate of infection throughout the community. “With research showing the Omicron variant to be a more transmissible form of COVID19, now is the time to continue to utilize the safety precautions we have all become familiar with over the last two years,” she said. “This includes wearing a highprotection mask when you are inside public places such as the grocery store or church. Examples include KN95 and KF94 masks, both of which give more protection than cloth and surgical masks. For the most protection, choose an N95 mask, which may be appropriate for people with lowered immune systems or other chronic disease.” Zavaleta said that in addition to COVID safety measures, the three-shot vaccine series remains

the greatest tool that local residents can utilize to protect themselves and their loved ones from serious illness related to COVID-19 infection. “Vaccines are our best defense against COVID infection that matters: Severe COVID pneumonia that puts you in the hospital or kills you,” she said. “We need to get everyone aged five and up fully vaccinated, and that includes a third shot for people who had their primary series five or more months ago.” Zavaleta said that local residents have responded to the healthcare community’s pleas regarding COVID-19 vaccination at higher rates than some of their counterparts throughout the United States, and that vaccination efforts must continue until everyone has received the full three-dose series.

“Our region has done a phenomenal job so far, with approximately 90 percent of people ages 50-79 vaccinated against COVID. Now we must build on our success by encouraging parents to vaccinate their children starting at age 5, and by giving booster shots to those who are eligible as soon as possible,” she said. “Remember, according to the CDC, there are almost no health conditions that disqualify someone from getting vaccinated against COVID. In fact, most chronic health conditions make it even more important for you to be vaccinated against COVID because of the risk of severe COVID illness when chronic diseases are present. If you are still unsure about getting the vaccine, please read the guidelines on the CDC website or talk to your doctor.”

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