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HOW TO SUBSCRIBE: 1 year subscription delivered by U.S. Postal Service…$24.95 or can be purchased at several convenient locations throughout the cities of La Feria, Santa Rosa, Santa Maria & Blue Town for 50¢. The La Feria News is mailed and delivered Tuesday, March 17 , 2009 and published weekly by Wright Ventures, Inc., President Donald R. Wright, Secretary Mary Elizabeth Wright. Periodical Postage Rates paid at La Feria, TX., Post Office. Advertising deadline is noon Thursday at the office at 102 S. Main St., La Feria, TX 78559. (POSTMASTER send address changes to La Feria, P.O. Box 999, La Feria, TX 78559.)
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Spanish Bible Study Every Thurday Night at 6:30 pm Sunday 10:30 AM & 6 PM Gene Head, Minister 956-797-9890
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Lion’s Villa is a residential complex inspired by the Colonial Latin style; atmosphere that offers tranquility and security to all inhabitants These space are designed to create the sensation of comfort which is reflected in its Santa Fe style balconies and central patios.
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Delivery Drivers $6.55/hr, plus gas.
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New Ex Wide Wheel Chair $150.00, Scooter with new batteries $795.00 F/ walker w/ wheels $25.00 423-7391
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Great Investment Property Buy one of these Santa Fe style condominiums in La Feria. Live in it or rent it out. New 2B/2B/, appx. 100sq. ft. Please call 956-827-0369
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OFFICE HELP WANTED: Looking for full- or parttime help to head up and/or work in La Feria office. Will work during our office hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Experience with MS Office and QuickBooks helpful. Initiative and willingness to learn necessary. Perfect for stay-at-home mom or college student. For more info and to obtain an application, call 956.207.0500.
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City of La Feria Employment Opportunity Communication Officer The City of La Feria is currently accepting applications for the position of full time Communication Officer (Police Dispatcher). Requirements are: • Class “C” Driver’s License • High School Diploma or GED • Flexible Schedule to Work Varying Shifts Benefits include: • Retirement Program • Vacation Pay • Sick Leave • Health Insurance • Life Insurance • Training Experienced preferred, but will train. Pay DOE. One-year probationary period Applications can be picked up at La Feria City Hall or Police Department. For additional information, call (956) 797-3121. Position open until filled. The City of La Feria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disabilities.
Volunteers Needed The City of La Feria is looking for individuals who are interested in community service, and who are willing to volunteer their time for the betterment of the entire community of La Feria. If you are one of these special people, come by City Hall and complete a Community Service Form, or call City Hall at (956) 797-2261, and we will be glad to mail or fax a form to you. The City Commission will consider these individuals while making appointments to different Boards of the City. Most boards require that you be a resident of La Feria and the meetings are held in the evenings, so that the members can attend the meetings. If you have any questions on board appointments, direct your calls to City Secretary Olga Oberwetter at the above phone number. If your interest is on planning special events, the City welcomes your participation and the next event we will be planning is the 4th of July Parade and Celebration. There is no appointment by the City Commission needed for the events planning committee, just show up. The committee meets during the lunch hour 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. in the Fire Station Meeting Room, 200 E. Business Hwy 83, La Feria. For a schedule of the events planning dates, call Tabitha Outlaw at City Hall, (956) 797-2261. Get involved and make a difference! Sunny K. Philip City Manager
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