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Things Men Find Unattractive in Women: Men Speak Out
By Yvette Tello
When it comes to relationships and attraction, much of the focus is often placed on what men find appealing. However, understanding what men might find unattractive can be just as insightful. In a recent social media conversation, we asked our followers to weigh in on the things that men find off-putting in women. The responses were diverse, honest, and thoughtprovoking. Here’s a look at some of the common themes that emerged when asked to let’s talk about it…
Pablo Rodriguez: “Wearing fake lashes.”
Kavoos Shamloo: “Uncompromising and selfish personality.”
Tony Duron: “Can’t cook.”
Rick Carter: “Passive aggressive behavior, blaming others.”
Mark Gibbons: “Broadcast everything on social media.”
Hector Sanchez Jr.: “How she treats others. Whether it’s a family member, so called friend, wait staff, etc. You can tell a lot about a person with how she acts around other people.
JMHO.”
Erin Ortega: “Being sloppy and smelling like alcohol.”
David Trujillo Arriaga: “If she aint got the smarts, no good.”
Richard De La Cruz: “The ones that have no accountability... EVER!!!!!!! LMAO.”
John Saint John: “Family values and family strength.If she has very poor values in this area then she's not worthy.”
Ron Travieso: “Do women even care? Lol.”
James Gonzalez: “WHEN HER TOES AND TOE NAILS ARE LONGER THAN THERE FLIP FLOPS.”
Charles Edward Rodriguez: “Beautiful eyes.”
Fernando Mateo: “Being a democrat.”
Robert Vasquez: “They don’t have the NFL package.”
Benjamin Godina: “Overconfident sarcasm.”
Timothy Lambert Donovan: “Huevos ???”
Sticks Gaitan: “Forget that. Everything about a woman is fine. Even when they go to the restroom. Unattractive? No such thing.”
Blas Telles: “Tattoos all over chest and neck.”
Jay Viveiros: “Nasty feet.”
Stefanie N Louie Garcia: ‘“Being a cowboys fan !!! Hahaha Can I get a GO PACK GO..!!”
Ernest Sanchez: “Visible Tattoos.”
Kirk Daughtry: ‘Gold digging ..”
Leo Gamez: “Tattoos all over their body.”
Jesse Amesquita: “Laziness.”
Gene A. Gomez: “Always drunk.”
Marty Pacheco: “Smoking ugh.”
Darwin Walker: “Some find drama in every situation.”
Image Courtesy of St. Phillips College
Bio Courtesy of georgeyepes.com
Photo by Dr. Ricardo Romo
Born in a cross-fire hurricane beneath a meteor shower over Baja, then raised and educated in the crucibles of East Los Angeles, the meteoric double-barrel life of Painter/Muralist, George Yepes, continues to burn beyond the Los Angeles art world. Formed by a hard street life of poverty, and gang violence; this painter not only survived the gang violence of East L.A.’s toughest neighborhoods but he has also risen above and beyond the Chicano genre. Yepes' oeuvre incorporates art and architecture, ethereally beautiful women, world history, religion and literature presented in powerfully charged atmospheres. Self-taught, with a refined renaissance bent; from religious iconography to erotica George Yepes brings a confidence and knowledge of his craft that calls to mind the great Velasquez and Titian, and the great Mexican Muralists. Imbued with a contemporary street sense, his paintings and murals combine the best of both worlds where bravado meets classical standards.
George Yepes was born a Painter. At three years old he was already completing detailed and accurate sketches. At ten years old he began to oil paint. At twelve years old he became a gangster, and at fourteen he became a US citizen. From
About the Cover Artist George Yepes
First grade through Eleventh grade he was elected class president, his Senior year he was elected Student Body President. At eighteen years old he became a muralist.
Called "The City's Preeminent Badass Muralist" (L.A. New Times), and named a "Treasure of Los Angeles" in 1997 by Mayor Richard Riordan and the Los Angeles City Council, painter George Yepes takes no prisoners. In 1992, George Yepes was named "El Fuego de Los Angeles" (The Fire of Los Angeles) by Councilman Richard Alatorre and the Los Angeles City Council. In 1993, for the Los Angeles Subway project, George Yepes was partnered with Ricardo Legorreta, the AIA Gold Medal architect from Mexico City, as the duo "Lead Urban Design Team" in charge of designing seven subway stations beneath East Los Angeles. In 1997, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction named George Yepes to the State Task Force on the Visual and Performing Arts for the California Department of Education. In 1998, the California Governor and Secretary of State hand picked George Yepes to design and paint a seventy-foot vaulted ceiling mural depicting "The Promise of California" at the State Capital in Sacramento. In 1999, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously adopted a resolution commending George Yepes for establishing a training program that assisted teachers to effectively implement State Learning Standards for the Visual Arts.
During the 1970’s, as one of the more prolific painters of the Los Angeles Chicano
Mural Movement, Yepes gained his reputation as a ferocious painter when he became a founding partner in the top mural groups of East Los Angeles. In 1974, George Yepes was a founding member of the Public Art Center, El Centro de Arte Publico, Concilio de Arte Popular, and Corazon Art Productions. In 1977, Yepes painted the 40 foot tall by 60 foot wide mural for Cesar Chavez and the 1977 Farmworkers Convention in Fresno, California. From 1979 through 1985, as an original founding partner of the mural group "East Los Streetscapers”, Yepes painted murals at the famous Estrada Courts and Ramona Gardens Housing Projects including: “Dreams of Flight”, “Ghosts of the Barrio”, “Read Between the Lines”, and the four panoramic “Moonscapes” murals in Culver City. Over the course of six years, as a member of East Los Streetscapers, Yepes co-designed and painted 28 iconic murals that are regarded by historians as prime examples of the Los Angeles Chicano Mural Movement.
In 1985, after 11 years of group painting with the top East Los Angeles Art collectives, George Yepes decided that group painting wasn't suited to his temperament or pace. With grand scale and furious momentum Yepes has painted over 800,000 square feet of murals. He has painted eloquent, social, historical, and sacred images onto the facades of everything from churches, hospitals, guitars, and freeway overpasses, to
movies and album covers. His 1988 album cover for Los Lobos titled "La Pistola y El Corazon" has won numerous awards, and is in many museum collections.
In 1992, George Yepes founded the Academia de Arte Yepes, a free mural painting academy through which Yepes (the sole teacher and funder) has taught over 2,000 students, for free, from the low-income neighborhoods of Los Angeles. Merging science, technology, and mathematics to gain a quality education and real-world applicable skills is not a new concept. In 1993, twenty years before the STEAM Program took form in schools nationally, George Yepes and the Academia de Arte Yepes had already began to produce a series of ten Science and Space murals with (NASA)
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Beginning in 1993, to generate renewed interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and to cultivate and inspire the next generation of explorers; George Yepes and the Academia de Arte Yepes, in partnership with NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Agenzia Spaziale Italiana: established and implemented a fourteen-year National Educational Model titled: "The Marriage of Art, Science, and Technology”.
Ricardo and Harriett Romo donated the Yepes art to St. Philip’s. Read more about this collection on page 10.
Lina PradoA Beacon of Hope and Service
Courtesy of Yvette Tello
Interview by Rita Hernandez
Lina Prado’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in nonprofit work is nothing short of inspiring. In a recent interview with Inspiration for Life, Lina opened up about her deep-rooted passion for helping others and the experiences that shaped her path to making a lasting impact in her community. Growing up, Lina witnessed the struggles of underserved communities, and those experiences fueled her determination to make a difference. "I’ve always known I wanted to give back," she said during the interview. "I grew up seeing the sacrifices people made and the resilience they showed in the face of challenges. It instilled in me the desire to contribute to something bigger than myself."
Lina’s personal history is one of overcoming adversity. Raised in a modest household, she learned from an early age the importance of community, compassion, and collective action. These values have guided her career and personal life, leading to the founding of her nonprofit organization, which is
dedicated to supporting lowincome families, providing educational opportunities, and offering essential resources to those in need.Through her work, Lina has been a lifeline for countless families, helping them access food, educational tools, and career development opportunities.
"There’s no greater reward than seeing someone take that first step towards a better life because of the resources and support we’re able to provide," she shared.
As the founder and president of Women in Aviation Alamo City 501(c) (3), Lina has been a tireless advocate for women pursuing careers in aviation, creating a platform for mentorship and growth in an industry where women have been historically underrepresented. Her leadership extends to her role on the San Antonio Airport Advisory Commission, where she has worked to improve local aviation infrastructure and foster economic growth.
In addition to her aviationfocused initiatives, Lina serves as a founding board member of the Southside Education Foundation 501(c) (3), further solidifying her commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for underprivileged students. Her work has directly impacted countless lives, offering
scholarships and resources to ensure that students in Southside San Antonio have the tools they need to succeed. Her nonprofit has grown significantly over the years, reaching more families and expanding its services. Lina credits the growth of her organization to the dedication of her team and the unwavering support from the community. She is adamant that her work is a reflection of the collective effort to uplift others. “It’s about the people who believe in our mission as much as I do,” she said. “We couldn’t do this alone.”
Lina’s leadership style is defined by her empathy and vision. She’s hands-on, ensuring that her organization not only meets the immediate needs of families but also creates long-term solutions for lasting change. Her nonprofit offers educational programs, job training, and mentorship initiatives aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty. For Lina, success is measured not just in how many people she helps, but in how many lives are transformed.“Empowerment is at the core of what we do,” she explained during her interview. "I want people to feel like they have the tools and confidence to pursue their dreams, no matter the
obstacles they face."
As a Latina, Lina is also keenly aware of the importance of representation. She has made it her mission to inspire other young women, particularly Latinas, to step into leadership roles. “It’s so important that young girls see someone like them making a difference,” she emphasized.
“I want them to know that they, too, can become leaders and change-makers.” As the mother of two, Lina takes her role as a role model seriously. She is committed to showing young women, particularly Latinas, that they have the power to create positive change in their communities.
Lina is now channeling her experience and passion into her campaign where she is running for Bexar County Commissioner, Precinct 1. Her campaign for County Commissioner is not just about leadership, but about inspiring others to step into roles where they can make a difference.
Lina’s dedication has not gone unnoticed. Her work has earned her numerous awards and recognition, but she remains humble, insisting that the real reward is the impact her nonprofit has on the families it serves. “The gratitude in their eyes is worth more than any accolade,” she said.Her story is one of
resilience, hope, and the belief that everyone, regardless of their background, has the power to make a difference. Lina has used her platform to encourage others to get involved, to volunteer, and to support the causes they care about. "Every action counts," she said. "Even the smallest gesture of kindness can have a ripple effect."
As she looks to the future, Lina is focused on expanding the reach of her nonprofit and continuing to address the systemic issues that affect marginalized communities. She is also working on new initiatives aimed at youth empowerment, an area she is deeply passionate about. "The next generation is the key to our future," Lina explained. "I want to make sure they have the opportunities and resources they need to thrive."
Lina Prado’s journey serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have when they are driven by compassion and a sense of purpose. Her work not only uplifts families but also inspires others to join the cause, creating a ripple effect of positivity and change. Through her leadership, Lina is building a legacy of service, hope, and empowerment for generations to come.
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Los Spurs Con Victoria Contra Rockets Abrió Temporada
Ante un estadio [Frost Bank Center], en toda su capacidad el pentacampeón
Los Spurs de San Antonio con su entrenador en jefe Gregg Popovich, con éxito abrió temporada NBA 2024-2025.
En la ceremonia de apertura participaron la escolta militar San Antonio Young Marines y Bengal Band, qué interpreto el Himno Nacional. El guardia Keldon Johnson, en nombre de sus compañeros dio gracias a su base de seguidores, indicando qué Spurs con su apoyo estarán jugando para ganar en cada partido local y de visitantes.
Spurs derrotó ha su rival de la autopista 1-10 los Rockets de Houston con pizarra de 109-106.
San Antonio de principio a fin tuvo control del partido.
Lo cuál fue aplaudido
por seguidores, quiénes hambrientos de triunfos disfrutaron la sorpresiva victoria en el primer partido de locales.
Spurs llegaron al Frost Bank Center con una derrota de 109-120 en calidad de visitantes ante los Mavericks de Dallas.
La quinteta estelar conformada por el poste francés Víctor Wembanyama apodado cariñosamente Wemby, el guardia Chris Paul [CP3], el delantero Jeremy Sochan, y los aleros Julian Champagnie y Harrison Barnes, arrancaron muy bien combinandose el balón.
Destacó Wemby, y Sochan, encestando en balones aportados por CP3.
Por su lado el estratega visitante Ime Udoka [ex jugador y asistente de entrenador de Spurs],
durante la segunda mitad del espectacular partido, logró ejercer su plan de juego tanto en la defensiva como en la ofensiva. Recortando el marcador adverso.
Spurs el lunes 28 de octubre pagó la visita a Houston cayendo con cerrado marcador de 106 a 101 puntos. De ahí partieron a gira de dos partidos ante Thunder de OKC y Jazz de Utah.
Éste sábado 2 de noviembre estarán recibiendo al visitante rival Timberwolves de Minnesota en el horario de las 7pm.
Pop dijo lo siguiente. "Ganar un partido en la NBA siempre es difícil. Por lo qué cualquier partido ganado es una gran victoria. Hicimos buen trabajo en la pizarra, ello nos dio la celebración ya qué sé peleo de principio a fin".
Sochan, emocionado afirmó "Rockets cerraron fuerte. Nosotros en equipo pudimos salir adelante en nuestro plan de juego en la ofensiva y defensiva. Hubo buena comunicación entre nosotros".
Udoka, fue confidente apuntando qué Rockets. Logró buen cierre acortando
el marcador. "No hemos jugado consistentemente durante el arranque de temporada. Seguiremos con nuestro plan de juego en la defensiva y ofensiva. Con mayor agresividad. Lo tenemos todo pará salir adelante por el resto de la temporada" afirmó Udoka. [Fotos de Franco].
Courtesy of Ramon Chapa Jr.
An event for the ages! Dia de los Muertos New Braunfels. A tremendous honor LPT Community Liaison Ramon Chapa Jr served as Honorary Master of Ceremony. Congratulations to Mary Ann Labowski, the event committee and volunteers on an incredible event! The pictures tell the story of this first class event with thousands in attendance!
Dia De Los Muertos New Braunfels
Christus Santa Rosa Luncheon
Photo Captions: Greg Kowalski, Chair, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Friends Foundation accepting the award with other members of the Kowalski family.
The gentleman pictured at the podium alone is:
Dr. Ian M. Thompson, Jr., President & Chief Development Officer
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Friends Foundation
Photos by Ramón Hernández Archives
By Dr. Ricardo Romo
On October 23, 2024, St. Philip’s College in San Antonio opened the Romo Gallery in the new Cybersecurity building on campus. St. Philip’s President Adena Loston, a visionary leader at the Historically Black College, conceived the idea to present Latino art at her Eastside campus which today has a large Latino enrollment. Her decision to honor Harriett and me with a permanent gallery followed our gift of 261 works of art to the college in 2018.
At the opening ceremonies, President Loston allowed us a few minutes to discuss how we became interested in Latino art and why we believe that donating art serves the public good. Since moving to San Antonio in 1999, we have donated over 1,200 works of art to local museums, nonprofit organizations, libraries, and universities.
Our art journey began fifty-five years ago when Harriett and I walked into a Los Angeles gallery and bought a Mexican lithographic by Rufino Tamayo. We had visited the Lewin Gallery a half-dozen times in pursuit of Francisco Zuniga’s work, one of the few Mexican artists we were familiar with. Lewin no longer carried Zuniga prints, and he recommended Tamayo. We were interested only in works on paper because, as school teachers living in a $90-a-month apartment, the more expensive original paintings were out of our reach. Our passion for learning about Mexican art began
A Latino Art Gallery Opens at San Antonio HBCU Campus
that day when we left Lewin Gallery with our Tamayo print [which we bought on layaway]. That year we took our entire savings and booked a trip to Europe on a special discount flight for teachers. We stayed in inexpensive hotels following the guidelines in the travel book, Europe On Five Dollars A Day. While walking on the Left Bank in Paris, we discovered an antique bookstore with small prints by Rufino Tamayo. We bought four at five dollars each [current value is over $1000 each]. We learned that the more one knows about a specific artist, the better for making unplanned purchases. When we began buying
art, we simply chose art that pleased us. We did not have a collection strategy. Over the years 1970-1980, we purchased one or two art pieces a year. In the first half of the 1970s, we were both in graduate school at UCLA paying tuition with our savings. During the second half of the 1970s, we had new entry jobs and little extra cash for non-essential purchases.
Although we consider ourselves “accidental collectors,” our path to collecting Chicano art was planted in 1975 with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art exhibit, “ChicanoArt!” After viewing the exhibit and meeting some artists, I requested and received
Artists represented in the Romo Collection.
funding from the Humanities Dean at the University of California San Diego [UCSD] where I taught in the History Department. With a modest grant and volunteer help from Spanish Professor Juan Rodriguez and Art Department graduate student Yolanda Lopez, Harriett and I curated a Chicano art exhibit called Arte Picante. We benefitted greatly from meeting with Sister Karen Bocaldero, the founder of Self-Help Graphics in East Los Angeles, who connected us with L. A.artists. The exhibit included nearly 50 Latino artists and drew 1,000
visitors on opening day in 1976 at the new Mandeville Center at UCSD.
We loved living in Southern California, but Texas was home. We left San Diego in 1980 when I was offered a UT Austin History Department post. Harriett was completing her dissertation at UC San Diego focused on Mexican immigrant families with young children. She completed her research in 1985 and began working at UT Austin. We met up with Austin artists, including Amado Pena whose Taller Gallery was a meeting place for many Chicano artists.
L.A. David. “La Frida.” Gift of Ricardo and Harriett Romo. Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
with 250 prints each. The purchase enabled us to donate these portfolios [750 prints] to UT Austin Benson's Latin American Collection, The McNay Art Museum, and the San Antonio Museum of Art.
During the 1990s, Harriett and I both taught at the University of Texas at Austin, and we continued to pursue our interest in Latino Art. We remained in touch with artists we had met in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Oakland with the help of my former student, Richard Duardo, who had established an important West Coast printing operation, Modern Multiples. We committed to buying numerous prints a year.
During these years we met Luis Jimenez, a UT Austin graduate like us, and bought several of his prints. We connected with fellow UT Austin professor Ken Hale who printed the work of Amado Pena and Luis Jimenez and helped us acquire works by California artist Patsy Valdez.
museums, and galleries regularly.
The first undergraduate students entered UTSA in 1974 and 25 years later when I arrived the campus was still in its early growing stages. Over the 18 years of my presidency, the campus experienced significant student enrollment, expanding from 18,000 in 1999 to 33,000 in 2017. As we built new classroom buildings, we added new art to the campus. The State of Texas allowed a one percent set aside of the cost of new buildings to purchase interior furniture or art. UTSA’s first new building cost $50 million, so we set aside $500,000 for interior furniture and art. By the end of 2017 when I retired, UTSA had added more than 2,000 artworks to the campus, the majority by Latino artists.
Our friend, Sociologist Gilbert Cardenas, also opened Galleria Sin Fronteras in East Austin in 1985 and brought Chicano artists for exhibits.
In 1992, Latino artist Sam Coronado approached us about helping him buy a house in East Austin for a studio and
gallery. Harriett and I provided the down payment and he launched his Serie Project, a nonprofit printmaking program that awarded funds and residencies to Latino artists. Over the next twenty-five years, the Serie Project hosted more than 300 artist residencies and produced
hundreds of serigraph prints.
The artists included Vincent Valdez, Malaquias Montoya, Cesar Martinez, Ester Hernandez, Pepe Coronado, Celia Alvarez Munoz, Ricky Armendariz, and Rubio. Our interest in collecting Latino art began seriously as we helped Coronado with an additional purchase of three portfolios
In 1999, Harriett and I moved to San Antonio when I was hired as President of the University of Texas at San Antonio [UTSA]. Harriett accepted a post with the Sociology Department and served as the founding Director of the UTSA Mexico Center. Her involvement with the Mexico Center enabled us to visit Mexican universities,
We hope that our legacy of Chicano art gifts to libraries, college campuses, and art museums will enable others to know these artists, learn more about their work, and gain an appreciation of their art. We hope a wider audience will come to honor and love this art as much as we have over the years. We believe that Latino artists contribute to a deeper understanding of Latino experiences, Latino communities, and Latino culture.
Richard Duardo, “Billie Holiday.” Gift of Ricardo and Harriett Romo. Courtesy of St.
Sam Coronado, “Quince.” Gift of Ricardo and Harriett Romo. Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
Gaspar Enriquez, “La Gabby in Green.” Gift of Ricardo and Harriett Romo. Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
Cesar Martinez, [Muchaca Morena]. Gift of Ricardo and Harriett Romo. Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
Dr. Ricardo Romo gave a welcome to the artists and guests. Courtesy of St. Philip’s College.
By J. Gilberto Quezada
Jovita Idar is a very important historical personage who is a fellow Laredoan and very much a part of Laredo, Nuevo Laredo, and South Texas history.
The first honor for Jovita Idár came in 2014 when the Texas Historical Commission approved a historical marker that was placed at St. Peter's Plaza in Laredo, Texas. The historical marker is located at the corner of Matamoros Street and Main Avenue.
Before I proceed with the other accolades that have been bestowed upon Jovita Idár, I would like to share with you her biography that was written by Nancy Baker Jones and published by the Handbook of Texas.
"IDÁR, JOVITA (1885–1946).
Jovita Idár, teacher, journalist, and political activist, was born in Laredo in 1885, one of eight children of Jovita and Nicasio Idár. She attended the Holding Institute (a Methodist school) in Laredo, from which she earned a teaching certificate in 1903. She then taught at a small school in Ojuelos. Inadequate equipment and poor conditions, as well as her inability to improve them, frustrated her, so she resigned and joined two of her brothers as writers for her father's weekly newspaper, La Crónica.
In 1910 and 1911 La Crónica was vocal in criticizing certain aspects of Hispanic-Anglo relations. It featured stories on educational and social discrimination against MexicanAmericans, deteriorating economic conditions, decreasing use of the Spanish language, the loss of Mexican culture, and lynchings of Hispanics. The newspaper also supported efforts of the revolutionary forces in Mexico. In 1911 La Crónica called a convention of the Orden Caballeros de Honor, a fraternal order, to discuss the troubling issues of the times. In September 1911 Jovita Idár joined lodge members and others at Laredo in the First Mexican Congress to discuss educational, social, labor, and economic matters. Women participated as speakers and
Jovita Idar
participants; for some it was the first political meeting. This congress has been called the first attempt in Mexican-American history to organize a militant feminist social movement. That same year, Idár published a prowoman suffrage piece in La Crónica. In 1916, when she and her brother, Eduardo, formed another newspaper entitled Evolución, they continued to advocate publicly through their press the importance of women's rights in politics. Another outcome of the congress was the formation in October 1911 of La Liga Femenil Mexicanista. Jovita Idár became its first president and organized its principal effort, to provide education for poor children.
In 1913 during the Mexican Revolution battle of Nuevo Laredo, Idár and a friend, Leonor Villegas de Magnón, crossed the border to care for the injured. Idár later joined La Cruz Blanca, a medical group similar to the Red Cross, and traveled in northern Mexico with revolutionary forces as a nurse. When she returned to Laredo later that year she joined the staff of the newspaper El Progreso and soon offended the United States Army and Texas Rangers with an editorial protesting President Woodrow Wilson's dispatch of United States troops to the border. When rangers
arrived to close down El Progreso, Idár stood in the doorway to keep them from entering. The rangers closed the newspaper later, however, and Idár returned to La Crónica. After her father died in 1914, she ran the paper.
In 1917 Idár married Bartolo Juárez. The couple moved to San Antonio, where Jovita Juárez became an active member of the Democratic Party, established a free kindergarten, worked as an interpreter for Spanish-speaking patients in a county hospital, and was an editor of El Heraldo Cristiano, a publication of the Rio Grande Conference of the Methodist Church. She and her husband had no children. She died in San Antonio in 1946."
According to the Death Certificate, Jovita Idár Juárez lived in the West Side of San Antonio, which was predominately Mexican and Mexican American, at 209 Pérez Street, Apartment 4. She passed away on Thursday, June 13, 1946, at 12:15 P.M., from far advanced Pulmonary Tuberculosis. She was 60 years old. The contributing cause of death was a Massive Pulmonary Hemorrhage. Funeral services were under the care of Alamo Funeral Home. I would like to add that Jovita Idár Juárez is buried in the San José Burial Park in Southeast San Antonio.
In October 2020, the City of Laredo announced the opening of the new Jovita Idár "El Progreso" Park, located at 6002 Thomas Avenue.
Along with the opening ceremonies of naming the new park, the City of Laredo also unveiled a mural of Jovita Idár that is located inside the park, along one of the trails. The mural was painted by Abel González, an artist from Laredo.
And the last honor and greatest tribute to Jovita Idár occurred on August 29, 2022, when the United States Mint announced that she would be included in the American Women Quarter Program for 2023.
Indeed, Jovita Idár was a remarkable woman and deserves all these great honors and recognition for dedicating her life for the advancement and improvement of her fellow human beings. And I am very proud of the City of Laredo for recognizing and advocating her long overdue recognition and homage.
Calaveras de Azúcar: Honoring Tradition,
Building Community, and Celebrating Local Heritage
By Yvette Tello
As San Antonio’s Market Square readies itself for the inaugural Calaveras de Azúcar event on November 2nd and 3rd, Yvette Ramirez—president of the San Antonio Farmers Market Plaza Association, and daughter of one of the first 13 original business owners at the Farmers market—brings her vision of culture, community, and connection to life. This event, a celebration of Día de los Muertos, aims to blend tradition with community engagement in a way that will offer San Antonians a chance to honor those who have passed while appreciating the local heritage.
produce and local meat to fish, vegetables, and fruits, visitors to Market Square were once able to find everything they needed to stock their kitchens. “Produce row,” a cherished part of the farmers market, even allowed a drive-through option where visitors could conveniently pick up essentials along with brooms, piñatas, and pottery directly from Mexico. The Market Square’s cultural events, always free and open to the public, have stayed rooted here to honor San Antonio’s Hispanic heritage.
Ramirez family, set up shop, selling out of vehicles. As the market grew, her father and mother worked tirelessly to bring local vendors together, eventually securing a store in the farmers’ building.
In describing the heart of this event, Ramirez said, “We’re blessed to have this type of market. It’s a space where we can honor our culture, come together as a community, and support our local artisans and musician’s.”
Yvette’s father, Louis Ramirez, retired Air Force Veteran, and her mother Deanna Martell Ramirez the spearhead for business, drew them to start the family business in the market. Her parents instilled in their five children a work ethic grounded in community support and cultural pride.
those we may not know personally, inviting people to honor lives in all forms.
to preserving its Hispanic heritage.
Originally, a plaza that was gifted by the King of Spain to the original Market Square thrives today with thousands of weekly tourists and of our San Antonio Hispanic culture, the Market Square is packed unique art and craft vendors and over a hundred unique boutiques Farmer’s Market Plaza & the El Mercado building.
The Market Square, with the farmers market at its center, has grown to become a designated cultural zone in San Antonio, encompassing landmarks such as the historic Alameda Theater and The Museo Alameda. From fresh
“My parents inspired us to sell door to door Mexican pottery,” she shared. “It’s the work ethic they passed down to us, teaching us that our culture and our community are what keep our spirits alive.” Initially, 13 business owners, including the
From those early days of selling items out of their family vehicle, the Ramirez family has watched the market grow into a thriving cultural epicenter where San Antonio’s history and spirit are kept alive through food, art, and community celebrations. Today, the market is a platform for renowned artists like Armando Sanchez, Nick Soupe, Rolando Alvarez, and many more, who contribute their talents to Market Square. This artistry is deeply interwoven into San Antonio’s Hispanic heritage, creating a vibrant cultural landscape that’s inspiring to a new generation. “The youth are hungry for this knowledge. It’s our culture— it’s how we keep their spirit alive,” Ramirez expressed passionately.
The Calaveras de Azúcar celebration will include traditional altars for pets, loved ones, and even for
Local artisans and vendors will offer handmade items while food vendors serve up favorites like tripas and gorditas, adding the vibrant flavors of Hispanic culture to the experience. Market Square gives artists a platform to showcase their work, ensuring that future generations learn about and honor their roots. “It’s our way of contributing to the city and giving back to the community,” Ramirez said, adding that the market square is a testament to San Antonio’s dedication
For Yvette Ramirez and her family, life has come full circle at Market Square, where each Calaveras de Azúcar celebration reminds people of the importance of community, culture, and tradition. Her message to everyone: “Life is short. Don’t forget where you come from—our culture and heritage keep our spirits alive. And most importantly, don’t forget the people before us. They paved the way for the lives we live today, and it’s up to us to honor their memories.”
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, originated in Mexico as traditions. Next month, Dia de los Muertos will be celebrated as our Historic Market Square. This will take place on it s official date second festival day added on Sunday November 3rd.
Yvette Ramirez, a third-generation vendor, and president of the has spear headed this amazing 2-day celebration. “Our event will from groups like Moneda and Imperio. We will also have mariachis,
Former President Donald Trump Tidbits
By Roberto Àlvarez
According to priests, pastors, ministers, preachers, we were all born with “free will.” When Adam sinned by eating the prohibited fruit, it was because he had free will. Everything we do, whether right or wrong, is “our decision.” The same applies to abortion. So, who is Trump to take away what God has given us – free will.
If anti-abortion is the ONLY reason evangelicals are voting for Trump, we need to remind them of "free will."
What if the issue was anti-alcohol, antidrugs, anti-adultery or anti-divorce? Are evangelicals going to stop drinking beers, are priests going to stop sipping wine as part of saying Mass? How many pastors have been unfaithful? And how many priests have seduced women or molested innocent children?
Allow me to remind everybody that John 8:7 states “Let him without sin cast the first stone.” And does not the Bible teach us that we are all born sinners with sinful, selfish natures? So get over voting republican for the SOLE REASON of anti-abortion.
Democrats are not anti-abortion. Roe v. Wade, which was a 1973
landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court in which the Court ruled that the Constitution of the United States generally protected a right to have a choice in deciding whether to have an abortion or not – free choice.
Churches and religious organizations are exempt from having to pay taxes. Many churches rely on donations, gifts, and grants to operate. All this income is tax-exempt. Additionally, many bring in money from other activities. Yet, the head of the congregation lives in luxury.
Then, there’s separation of church and state, which originated from the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. It also reinforces the legal right of people to freely live their faith without government coercion. However, if church clergy and officials are going to meddle in politics by endorsing a politician candidate, shouldn’t they play taxes.
TRUMP CULT-LIKE FOLLOWERS DESCRATE THE AMERICAN FLAG
Every day at every rally for the former president, the sacred symbol of the United States is dishonored by
diehard followers that call themselves patriots as they wave American flags with his name or image superimposed over the stars and stripes.
What’s stranger is that Trump also calls them patriots, and never points out the offense.
At every rally for the former president. Furthermore, after former president’s historic felony conviction, many of his supporters protested the verdict by flying a flipped upside-down American flag in their yard and/or on flagpoles in front of businesses and building.
And are people so gullible not to realize that when Trump hugged and kissed the U.S. flag that it was a stage photo-op. The same applies to when he walked over to St. John’s Episcopal church and held up the Bible.
THOU SHALL NOT STEAL
That’s exactly what he is doing when he charges his fans and followers outrageous prices for Trump Bibles, watches, gold sneakers, leather aviator jackets, perfume, cologne, Trump steaks, wine, wine glasses, collector’s cards, bubble heads, mugs that read Catholics, Mormons, Baptists (etcetera)
for Trump – all “Made in China.” He once claimed he was so rich he was going to pay for his entire campaign, yet he continues to ask for people to donate $1 to $1 billion to his campaign. Is it to cover the cost of all the money he owes. If you don’t believe me, check out the following RECENT links: www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024election/cities-seek-750k-unpaid-billstrump-campaign-events-rcna174757 www.wcnc.com/article/news/verify/ donald-trump/trump-campaignunpaid-bills-multiple-cities-factcheck/536-a006fb89-fcc1-4aba-b5585d14392a25bd (Sept. 9, 2024) www.newsweek.com/donald-trumpchased-over-unpaid-debts-hisrallies-1961765 (Oct. 1, 2024) www.aljazeera.com/ economy/2024/10/21/trump-us-ralliesleave-behind-unpaid-dues-again-andagain (Oct. 21, 2024)
DOES TRUMP SPEAK WITH FORKED TONGUE?
The Fact Checker counted a total of 30,573 false or misleading claims made by Trump during his four years
as president. And this felon, who was found guilty and was convicted on 34 counts continues to lie by fabricating false stories.
WHAT DOES TRUMP REAL THINK OF MEXICANS?
Trump told Vanessa Guillén’s family he would pay for her funeral but when he got the bill, Trump raged saying, “What? It doesn’t cost $60,000 buck to bury a f---ing Mexican.”
Then he turned to his Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, and ordered him, “Don’t pay it!”
Trump Raged at Slain Soldier’s Funeral Bill: ‘$60K to Bury a F***ing Mexican’
TWEETING
How was Trump able to lead the country if he seemed to be tweeting what seems like day and night. Didn’t he have to read daily briefs, conduct meetings, make decisions, eat and sleep? Add to that watching all the news channels to find out what is being reported about him.
Enough food for thought.
Acereros Le Ganó El Clásico A Pericos
El Caminante Víctor Mercedes Pegó De 4-4
Por Sendero Deportivo
Acereros de Monclova del timonel Memo de la Cerda, doblegó al ex invicto Pericos del magnate Memo Frausto, dirigidos por Francisco Navarro con pizarra de 9 a 3 carreras.
Encuentro clásico dominical jugado en el campo 1 del estadio Potranco Baseball Field . La presente temporada honrando al legendario manager Juan Martínez [Pachin] y el experimentado coach Rudy Barrientez [Quien hizo historia con el trabuco Álamo Kings de su finado padre Blackie Barrientez], sé han visto espectaculares partidos aplaudidos por la noble afición.
Ángel Mendoza celebró su cumpleaños lanzando para la victoria de Acereros con salvamento pará Víctor Mateo y Jesús Cuellar
"El Tren". Hubo jonrones de Jesús Mendoza y Rogelio Ramirez, quiénes recibieron felicitaciones del coach Luis Mendoza "El Tronco" en ausencia del timonel De La Cerda.
Gaspar Beltrán perdió con relevó del veloz Cristian Arzola.
Potros de Eloy Rocha, dirigidos por Luis Cerros, derrotaron 12-1 a Texas Jay's con triunfo para Taylor Blair. Víctor Mercedes "El Caminante" bateó de 4-4, con doblete. Jonron y par de sencillos, quedando corto al faltarle el triple pará "el ciclo", con seis carreras impulsadas cuatro de ella anotadas bajo sus ganchos.
En categoría Masters 50+ Óscar Márquez firmó con Broncos de Reynosa SA del magnate Roberto Garza. Márquez en seis temporadas
categoría Veteranos colaboró con Broncos en la captura de seis de los siete campeonatos cuyos trofeos sé encuentran en la vitrina de Garza y su apreciable familia qué siempre lo han respaldado. Reds de Jimmy Martínez con su nuevo coach y jugador Catarino Obregón, indicaron qué han reforzado el plantel con receptor y otros elementos de gran calibre. Astros de Pedro Espinoza y su nuevo coach-jugador Jay Mora, disputaron partido amistoso contra
Rangers de El Venado Benito Martínez y el coach-jugador
Ruperto Ortega. Con victoria pará Alfredo Obregón y relevó de Greg Carrera. Por Rangers lanzaron Abdon Orozco y Liga Mexicana José Luis Gómez.
La inauguración de Masters 50+ de acuerdo al presidente Simón Sánchez está programada para el domingo 10 de noviembre con lanzamientos de la primera bola a cargo de Macario Rosas. Quién será el padrino temporada Invernal.
A Rosas, sé le estará reconociendo por su trayectoria en el béisbol independiente de San Antonio. Dónde sé ha destacado cómo jugador utility y dueño de equipos en diversas categorías. En las fotos aparecen: El Caminante. Potros y Acereros de Monclova.
(Fotos de Franco).
Especializados en atención primaria para beneficiarios de Medicare:
• Atención médica especializada en adultos 65+
• Manejo de cuidados crónicos
• Servicios integrales
Cynthia Gneco, M.D.
Guía para Beneficiarios de Medicare ¿Cómo Tomar Decisiones Informadas Para
Si es usuario de Medicare, este es el momento perfecto para seleccionar un plan de Medicare Advantage que se ajuste mejor a sus necesidades y presupuesto, ya que el período de inscripción está abierto hasta el 7 de diciembre.
Según Steven Ruiz- Vocero de Medicare Advantage para Humana, para entender mejor qué es un plan de Medicare Advantage, vale la pena aclarar que estos son ofrecidos por compañías de seguros privadas y están diseñados para personas de 65 años o más. Al igual que Medicare Original, los planes de Medicare Advantage cubren los gastos médicos y las visitas médicas, pero también pueden incluir beneficios adicionales que se ajustan a las necesidades de cada paciente, como por ejemplo la cobertura de medicamentos, atención dental, visual o auditiva.
A continuación, puede encontrar una guía fácil de recomendaciones para elegir un plan médico de manera informada:
Costos: Evalúe con detalle los costos asociados con el plan que elija para evitar gastos inesperados. Medicare Advantage cubre
Escoger el Plan Correcto?
costos médicos que incluyen visitas médicas y servicios de emergencia. Estos costos nunca deben sobrepasar el monto máximo del desembolso que ya se conoce de antemano. Tener claro el monto que debe pagar puede hacer una gran diferencia, especialmente si necesita atención médica regular.
Cambios en el Plan: Siempre es recomendable revisar la información que recibe de su compañía de seguros para garantizar que está obteniendo la cobertura que realmente necesita. Los
beneficios y costos de un plan pueden cambiar cada año, por lo que es importante mantenerse informado. Este año, un cambio significativo en la política de Medicare es la reducción del máximo desembolso para medicamentos recetados; esto significa que aquellos que dependen de estos medicamentos para estar saludables pagarán menos dinero que en años anteriores. Este cambio se aplica a cualquier beneficiario de Medicare con cobertura de la Parte D, ya sea como parte de un plan de Medicare
Advantage con cobertura de medicamentos recetados o un plan independiente que complemente Medicare Original.
Red de Proveedores: Verifique si sus médicos preferidos forman parte de la red de proveedores del plan y entienda los costos dentro y fuera de esta red para asegurarse de que el plan se ajuste a su presupuesto y estilo de vida. Algunos tienen redes de proveedores limitadas y requieren de una referencia escrita para ver a un especialista, mientras
que otros le permiten ver a proveedores fuera de la red sin necesidad de ser referido por su médico primario. Tómese el tiempo para evaluar sus opciones y elegir el plan adecuado para usted o su ser querido. Explore sus opciones de cobertura de Medicare a través de la página Medicare.gov. Puede obtener información sobre los planes de Humana en Humana.com/MedicareFAQ o comuníquese con un agente de ventas con licencia.
