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June 2013

On the Cover

Qu o t e

“Giving kids clothes and food is one thing but it's much more important to teach them that other people besides themselves are important, and that the best thing they can do with their lives is to use them in the service of other people.”

"See Us, Save Us"

Graphics Design by Zachary Dominguez Photo by Christy Martinez-Garcia On this month's cover is of Julian Martinez who is an avid motorcycle rider. He also takes pride in his culture.

This cover is dedicated to local motorcyclists who recently have mourned fellow riders who have been killed. Drivers of four-wheel vehicles sometimes forget how vulnerable two-wheel riders are on the road. Take note of those riders.

We also want to wish all of the dads a very special Father's Day, Sunday June 16, 2016! Enjoy your day and God bless all of the men who take pride in the word father. Feliz día del padre 2013

Dolores Huerta

Civil Rights Leader

Dic h o

""El muchacho malcriado dondequiera encuentra padre."

"The ill-mannered child finds a father wherever he goes."

Meaning: That if a father does not influence his children, he could be steered by others.

¡ F e liz c u mp le a ñ o s !

June Donna Cortez 6/1 Mattie B Ruelas 6/1 Marisa Ortiz 6/2 Jacintha Bitela 6/2 Devlin Cantu 6/2 Marisa Ortiz 6/2 Meygan Rodriguez 6/2 Bella Olivia Ortega 6/2 Mingo Ybarra Jr 6/2 James Benavidez 6/3 Maxine Abeyta 6/3 Alani Margarita Perez 6/3 Gloria Guzman 6/4 Gilbert Pardo 6/4 Meacheala Fernandez 6/4 Jimmy Gaitan 6/4 Arias Joseph Garcia 6/4 Gilbert Pardo 6/4 Jeffery Bitela 6/5 Christian Cisneros 6/6 Mariah Salinas 6/6 Eloisa Abeyta 6/6 Adrianna Ysabel Trevino 6/6 Joaquin E. Solis 6/6 Fred Arrizola 6/6 Joe Gaitan Sr. 6/6 Oralia Rene Santiago 6/7 Miguel Flores 6/7 Michelle Mendez 6/8 Steve G. Estrada (KC OLG) 6/8 Ashley Danielle Melgoza 6/9 Royce De Los Santos 6/9 Larainne Barron 6/9 Michelle Lopez 6/9 Cynthia Adame 6/9 Hector Jimenez 6/10 Marlena Martinez 6/10 Valerie "Nikki" Perez 6/10 Marlena Martinez 6/10 Jonathan Beltran 6/11 Jared Vasquez 6/11 Jonathan Ramos 6/11 Jared V. Rodriguez 6/11 Juanita Garcia 6/12 Tino Vega 6/12 Juanita Montez 6/12 Janie Flores 6/12 Georjette H. Raquel Santiago 6/13 Robert M. Saldana 6/13 Mary Mendez 6/13 Justin Esquivel 6/13 Patty Madrid 6/13 Alex Garcia 6/13 Raquel Santiago 6/13 Roy Esquivel 6/14 Martin Rodriguez 6/14

June Modesto Longoria 6/15 Reuben De Los Santos 6/15 Mike Castro 6/16 Ophelia Leos 6/16 Destiny Rodriguez 6/16 Marcus Anthony Aguirre 6/16 Tony Valdez 6/17 Polex Petty 6/17 Veronica Tello 6/17 Robert “Bull” Montez 6/18 Jackie Lynn Mendez 6/18 Armando G. Ramirez (KC OLG) 6/18 Jenny Garcia 6/18 Christopher Valdez 6/19 Joe Valdez Sr. 6/19 Iza Jewel Mendez 6/19 Roger Rosas 6/19 Latasha Shanae Perez 6/19 Cynthia Rivera Castillo 6/20 Zeke Garcia 6/20 Jose Chapa Ybarra 6/20 Sergio Mendez 6/21 Teresa Romo 6/21 Amanda Martinez 6/21 Aleah Gabrielle Zavala 6/21 Miguel Garcia 6/21 Randolph N. Barrón (KC OLG) 6/22 Michell Cardenas 6/23 Mary Castro-Rodriguez 6/23 Gabriel Pauda 6/25 David Rey Castro 6/25 Melissa A. Acebedo 6/25 Jose Carlos Martinez 6/25 Marina D. Jimenez 6/25 De Ann Mojica 6/25 Eveanjelina Dallas Rosas 6/ 26 Patricia Guzman 6/26 Danny Covarrubio (KC OLG) 6/27 Herman Hernández (KC OLG) 6/27 Derek S. Juárez (KC OLG) 6/27 Martin P. Lopez (KC OLG) 6/27 Delma Guzman 6/28 Rachel Rodriguez 6/28 Thomas Wells (KC OLG) 6/28 Pete Garza 6/28 Christian Valdez 6/28 Sylvia Ybarra Chavez 6/28 Tommy Calzadias 6/29 Davis Ponciano 6/29 Joe Gaitan Jr. 6/29 Samuel Calixto Montez 6/29 Eddie Bustamante Jr. 6/ 29 Sam Calixto Montez 6/29 Alexander Ortega 6/30 Martin Rivera (KC OLG) 6/30 Robert Esquivel 6/30

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CONTENTS Word from the Publisher

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Op-Ed by Dr. Howard Koh

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Knights on Bikes

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Opportunity Page

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Tips by Jaime Garcia

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Health/Salud

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Youth Page

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Los Seguidores de Cristo

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Pete's Barrio Memoir

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Faith & Religion

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Fotos y requerdos

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Texas Sports Report with Mando Reyna

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Word From the Publisher

s we have been reporting and sharing updates about recent tornadoes and severe A weather, I'm reminded about the time when

my family and I nervously waited out a tornado warning in my grandfather's subterráneo (under grou-nd basement). His house was next door to our house on Baylor Street, in the Arnett Benson neighborhood.

My grandparents from both sides of the family had been in the May 11, 1970 tornado. They took severe weather very seriously after that making many Lubbock families paranoid after that devastating experience.

After their house was destroyed, my maternal grandparents had left Lubbock to start over.

My parents uprooted us from Forth Worth to Lubbock to be near my granddad. We moved into a home next door to him.

He made it a point to be prepared and have a plan. He communicated with his neighbors to make sure that everyone would be safe if, or when, severe weather approached Lubbock. He always kept the basement stocked and ready.

I recall the first time when after a weather alert, we retreated to the basement. It was dark. The smell of wet and musty dirt immediately emerged from below. As you walked down the homemade wooden steps, the solid walls of dirt were bare. I clasped them cautiously and can still recall the feeling of fear that took over me. The only light came from a glass kerosene lamp that offered comfort.

Neighbors were already sitting below, against the dirt walls, on benches that surrounded the entire basement. I could hear them praying the rosary in Spanish, as well as the faint sound of Spanish music coming from a battery operated radio that was offering weather updates in between songs. I'm assuming that the station was set on KLFB, Lubbock's first and only Spanish radio station at that time.

When the rain started approaching it became colder. I got scared when I heard voices from outside, screaming to let them in. My dad and granddad opened the door that was drawn by a pulley, and latched with rope.

Suddenly banging of hail begin to beat the door and the roof of the basement. For a moment I couldn't hear the women praying, or the music in the background because the hail was beating the metal constructed top of the basement.

Once again, my dad and grandfather got up to let another family come in. They were drenched, and I recall the lightning filling the basement with light briefly.

At that point, I could hear my sisters Cindy and JoAnn sobbing. I was so enthralled with the sounds and the people that I was quiet. At one time my mom gathered us and embraced us and told us it was going to be okay.

And soon, very suddenly, the hail stopped, the storm had gone over, but the rain continued.

By then I was sleepy, and cold. My grandpa was adamant that we stay there over night. But my dad told him that the storm was over and assured him that we would be back if the bad weather returned. My parents wrapped us in blankets and carried us home. I remember peaking out of the blanket as the lightning continued, and open my mouth to taste the rain drops.

The next morning, my sisters and I woke up to a sunny and beautiful day. It was as if a storm had never been there. With that, may God bless all the families of recent tornadoes.

Latino Lubbock Magazine is excited to celebrate jamaicas, Father's Day, and Men's Health Week with our readers. Other observances include Artigas Day (Uruguay) June 19 , which celebrates the birthday of General José Gervasio Artigas, forefather of Uruguay. Feast of San Juan Bautista, or St. John the Baptist, patron saint of Puerto Rico’s capital, San Juan on June 24. Other Latinos celebrate the day as el Día de San Pedro. And, Saint Peter and St. Paul, known as San Pedro y San Pablo on June 29th. Celebrated in Spain and many Latin-American countries.

As can be seen, Latinos are just as diverse as the rest of the community.

Como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly.

Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for believing in us, and for your support and may God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo siempre!

Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist “Latino Lubbock, the Emerging Voice of Lubbock”

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Texas Cities Lead Nation in Population Growth, Census Bureau Reports ight of the E 15 fastestgrowing large

U.S. cities and towns for the year ending July 1, 2012 were in Texas, according to population estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. The Lone Star State also stood out in terms of the size of population growth, with five of the 10 cities and towns that added the most people over the year.

The fastest-growing municipalities are spread across Texas, from the High Plains of West Texas to the Houston suburbs. San Marcos, along the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio, had the highest rate of growth among all U.S. cities and towns with at least 50,000 people. Its population rose 4.9 percent between 2011 and 2012.

Completing the top five nationwide were Midland and Cedar Park, both in Texas; South Jordan, Utah; and

Clarksville, Tenn. No state other than Texas had more than one city on the list of the 15 fastest-growing large cities and towns. However, all but one were in the South or West.

The Texas cities that added the most people included Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Fort Worth.

New York, the nation's largest city, topped the list and was the only city among the top 15 outside the South or West. It added 67,058 people over the year. Three cities were in California: Los Angeles, San Diego and San Jose.

New York continued to be the nation's most populous city by a wide margin, with 8.3 million residents in 2012, followed by Los Angeles and Chicago. The composition of the list of the 15 most populous cities has remained unchanged since last year; however, the list's order has changed slightly. Between 2011 and 2012, Austin moved up from 13th to 11th in total population, supplanting Jacksonville, Fla., while Indianapolis moved down from 12th to 13th. Tex-

as and California each had four cities on the list in both years.

The estimates released today cover all local governmental units, including incorporated places (like cities and towns), minor civil divisions (such as townships) and consolidated cities (government units for which the functions of an incorporated place and its parent county have merged).

The population clock, one of the most widely visited features of the census.gov website, displays continuously updated projections of the total U.S. population, including the rate of births, deaths and net migration for the United States. The projections are based on a monthly time series of population estimates starting with the April 1, 2010, resident population count derived from the 2010 Census.

Additionally, users can access tables displaying the most populous states, cities and counties in the United States.

SOURCE U. S. Census Bureau

Despite a year absence, search remains strong for missing juvenile Mark Ysasaga

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

s the anniversary of missA ing juvenile Mark Ysasaga embarks, his mother with family,

friends, and supporters along with the Lubbock Police Department (LPD) continue to ask the public for any information regarding his disappearance.

Mark was reported missing on June 15th and LPD investigators have been searching for him since that time.

Along the case, investigators obtained security footage from the Wal-Mart at Marsha Sharp FWY and Ave Q which showed Mark at the store on June 14th. Investigators confirmed it was Mark in the video and that he was at the store with friends. There was no indication he was in any distress at that time.

Investigators also confirmed he

left the store with friends and went to a home in the 3100 block of 27th.

He last made contact with a friend on the morning of June 14th and was last known to be walking from the area of 3100 27th.

The LPD continues to maintain that they are not seeking to locate Mark for any outstanding or pending criminal charges.

For his mother, Anna Ysasaga, who has become an advocate of the missing - especially Mark, the hope remains.

She along with many volunteers have worked to raise awareness and funds used to build awareness.

They have had benefit car washes, a dance, sold T-shirts, wrist bands, and other efforts towards a $10,000 reward.

They held a benefit dance, May 24th, one day before National Missing Children's Day, an annual observation in the United

States designed to highlight the problem of child abduction that falls on May 25.

Ysasaga has also teamed up with area families of missing persons, as well as groups that assist and advocate for the missing.

"We will not stop looking for you Anthony and we can't wait till you come home," she continues to plea.

Anyone with any possible information as to Mark’s whereabouts or the circumstances surrounding his disappearance are urged to contact the Lubbock Police Department.

There is a reward for information leading to Mark’s recovery.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Lubbock Police Department at 775-2786 or 775-2816.

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Opinion/opinión Community Update URGENT VOLUNTEER TRAINING In order to comply with grant guidelines and not lose funding, CASA must recruit, train and assign more than 70 new volunteers by August 2013. There are hundreds of local foster children waiting to be placed with a CASA volunteer. New volunteer training dates for the summer daytime series are June 18, 19, and 20 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Potential volunteers can contact Peggy at 806-763-2272 or peggye@lubbockcasa.org to get more information.

D-DAY The Silent Wings Museum in Lubbock, TX will commemorate the sixty-ninth anniversary of D-Day on Thursday, June 6, 2013 with a free one-day event honoring the great sacrifice given by the Allied forces on the shores of Normandy, France during a critical moment in the War in Europe.

SHALLOWATER SUMMER SHINDIG June 9 - Come kick off the start of summer with the Shallowater Fire Dept. Fajitas will be served from 12-2 p.m. There will also be a bounce house, spider climber, carnival games, live band, HUGE silent auction including items from: James Avery, Thacker Jewelry, Sentsy, Mary Kay, Advocare, Shadow Hills Golf Course, Reese Golf Center, Overhead Door, B&R Auto Parts, and much, much more! All proceeds benefit the Shallowater Fire Dept. All major credit/debit cards will be accepted. Shallowater Community Center, 9th & Ave. H; 12 p.m.- 4 p.m.

GUARDIANSHIP SYMPOSIUM On Guard: Protecting the Unprotected On Friday, June 14th, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at the City of Lubbock Civic Center in downtown Lubbock, the Office of Dispute Resolution will present a full-day Guardianship Symposium. This informative symposium will provide County Judges, County Clerks, attorneys, guardians, social workers and service providers with practical information about guardianship in Texas. The cost is $75! For registration or sponsorship opportunities call the Office of Dispute Resolution at (806) 775-1720. Fax (806-775-7929) or email (odr@co.lubbock. tx.us) the attached Registration Form.

CAN CAN FUN IN THE SUN FOOD DRIVE June 18–21, will be held at Lowe’s on 82nd and Slide, and will benefit the South Plains Food Bank JUNETEENTH The Unified Juneteenth Commission invites the community to a week of celebration “Reflection of Greatness”.

A complete list of activities can be found at www.unifiedjuneteenth.com. Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the state of Texas. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United Sta¬tes and beyond.

Prevention Delivers for Teens in the US

he latest figures released by the T Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that the de-

cline in teen births seen over the past two decades has accelerated in recent years.

The report found that birth rates for teenagers aged 15-19 fell 25 percent nationwide during the five year period (2007-2011) covered by CDC's newest study, resulting in a new record low. Birth rates among Hispanic teens, which had been higher than other racial and ethnic groups, saw a remarkable 34 percent decline over the same five year time span.

To what can we attribute this dramatic drop in teen births? There are a number of key factors, including stronger teen pregnancy prevention education, the choice by many teens to delay sex, and higher rates of contraceptive use by teens who are sexually active.

The Office of Adolescent Health (@TeenHealthGov) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is charged with taking the best thinking and evidence about teen pregnancy prevention strategies and disseminating it, and continuing to build evidence of the strategies that are most effective.

Those of us who are working to support adolescent health and reduce teen pregnancies are understandably

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SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY Congratulations on your LCTA recognition.

You certainly deserve it - you do a tremendous service to our Latino community! Keep up the faith and hard work!

God Bless, Rick Rodriguez LISD KEEPING US POSTED Thank you for keeping us posted on this ugly weather situation!

Thanks,

ONE-OF-A-KIND SPURS AUCTION the 11th Annual Women’s Protective Services Custom Spur Show and Live Auction will take place, Sat., June 22nd, 2013. Tickets to the event are $75 per person. The event will be held at The Overton Hotel and Conference Cen- Dee Mungia ter, 2322 Mac Davis Lane. Guests will enjoy will enjoy an open cocktail party, a live performance by the Jeremiah Houston Band from Austin, TX, dancing and Live and Silent Auction. In addition, guests will also enjoy a special dinner by the Executive Chef Patrick Tarantino of the Pecan Grill. All funds raised will benefit Women's Protective Services and Barber Shop the services they provide to survivors of fam2716 50th St. Ste A ily violence. For more information go to www. wpslubbock.org or Contact Lori or Carley at WPS at 806-748-5292.

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ESTACADO HIGH SCHOOL ALL-CLASS REUNION After 46 years of Excellence, Success and Hard work, the Estacado High School All-Class Reunion will be held Thursday, July 11, thru Sunday, July 14, 2013.

Last Day of Registration is July 5, 3013! For more information call, Linda Hunter Davis (806) 790-7155 or Angie Knight - (301) 8006465.

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encouraged by this positive news.

The stakes are high for teens, their parents, local communities, and our entire nation. Compared with teens who delay childbearing, teen girls who have babies are less likely to finish high school or attend college; more likely to rely on public assistance; and more likely to live in poverty as adults. Furthermore, children born to teen mothers are more likely to have poorer educational, behavioral, and health outcomes over the course of their lives than children born to older parents. We know that schools play an essential role in supporting adolescent health. Research tells us that the longer children remain in school and engaged in learning, the better their life-long health.

While the news reported today is encouraging, there is more work to do. Significant racial and economic disparities persist. Teen birth rates for Hispanics and non-Hispanic blacks are nearly double the national average.

In 2011, almost 330,000 babies were born to teen girls between the ages of 15 and 19 in the United States. The U.S. still lags behind other developed nations, including Canada and the United Kingdom, which have much lower teen birth rates.

Now is the time to accelerate momentum we have seen by continu-

ing to engage and equip families, schools, health care providers, and communities to better address adolescent health issues, including teen pregnancy prevention.

To that end, the Office of Adolescent Health is working with partners and providing needed support to organizations working to prevent teen pregnancy and help pregnant and parenting teens.

The historic declines in teen birth rates in recent years make it clear that our collective efforts are paying off.

We applaud the efforts of all those working with adolescents, families and communities across our nation.

Most of all, we applaud America's teens who are taking greater responsibility for their health and well-being, and parents who are talking to their teenage children about the importance of pregnancy prevention.

As we observe National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month, we are committed to building on the progress reflected in CDC's new report by helping communities move forward with effective, proven strategies for reducing teen pregnancies. There is far too much at stake for us to turn back now.

Dr. Howard Koh Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Carta Abierta

ELECTED BY THE PEOPLE Victor Hernandez was elected by the people to be a voice for his district and that is exactly what he does. I do not know the man personally and I am not in his district, but when a representative asks questions that spark controversy, that means he is doing his job and not merely following what the rest of the herd is doing. The fact is that this petition was initiated by two people who lost in other elections and who cannot accept their losses. Each of them had a chance at a role in local government and each of them failed - in the capacity/ office served and in the election process. One of them even switched parties in a desperate attempt to hold office - absolutely pathetic!

Ysidro and Armando: just accept your losses and let Victor do his job. Don't attempt to oust someone simply because you want that position, which you know you each do. You've had the chance and you failed. If you had accepted this with grace and class, you wouldn't look like the fools you are making yourselves out to be with this ridiculous recall.

Gracie Gomez CITY GET IT TOGETHER The water restriction information is so very confusing! I can't find any info about the watering. Do we conserve or don't we? I don't want to get a ticket but I'm getting mixed info.

And why don't they send the info to Latino Lubbock? And if they have the info is it in Spanish so I can give it to my dad. Can you let me know? The city needs to get it together.

Thanks, Johnny Perez

HONOR IS A TESTAMENT I write to congratulate you on receiving the Silver Apple Print Media Award from the Lubbock Classroom Teacher Association. This honor is a testament to your commitment to bettering the communication between educators and the community. I appreciate all that you do for Lubbock's education system.

Again, congratulations on receiving this award. May you find continued success in all that you choose to pursue. If I can ever be of service to you, please do not hesitate to contact my office.

Sincerely, John M. Frullo

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latinolubbock@suddenlink.net www.latinolubbock.net DEADLINE NEWS & INFO, 21ST ADVERTISING THE 23RD OUTSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENT Congratulations on being named the Lubbock Classroom Teacher Association's Silver Apple Print Media winner. What a special honor to be recognized by your peers. You are to be commended on this outstanding accomplishment.

Please accept my sincere appreciation for your hard work and commitment to the Lubbock Independent School District and our community.

It is an honor to serve you in the Texas House of Representatives. If I can be of any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact my office. May God bless you and the great State of Texas!

LEARN SOMETHING MONTHLY Thank you so much for finding a spot for my daughter's recognition; talent. I really appreciate you very much. Thank you again Christy we appreciate you and enjoy reading your magazine. I learn something every month :-) JoAnn Castaneda SERIOULSY LP&L? I can't believe LP&L raised their prices. Times are hard! I've had to cut back on so much and I don't think I can cut anymore, now on top of everything LP&L raises their prices!?!?!

Stop wasting money and why not cut back on some overpaid managers?!?!

You make enough money in one week to pay for one month of me and my neighbors bills.

Sincerely, Charles Perry State Representative - House District 83 LEARN SOMETHING MONTHLY This summer I urge parents to keep their children safe. There are many programs and activities and I hope that parents will look through the pages of your newspaper to find activities for their kids to keep them busy.

I also want to urge the young people to be accountable for themselves. And please don't be influenced by others that could get them in trouble. There are many good kids that get tangled up with kids that have poor self esteem and I'm always sad to see them get in trouble and waste away their lives.

And keep up the good job with the Latino.

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Politics/política

NHLA Welcomes Senate Judiciary Committee’s Approval of Bipartisan

he National Hispanic LeaderT ship Agenda (NHLA), a coalition of 34 pre-eminent Hispanic

PRAYERS FOR OKLAHOMA: About fifty parishioners gathered in the church at St. Michael's in Levelland to pray the rosary for the victims of the Oklahoma tornado. The group included teens and elementary students. (Photo By Rosario Smith)

organizations in the United States, welcomed the Senate Judiciary Committee’s successful mark up of bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform legislation, S. 744, clearing the way for its consideration by the full Senate next month.

Throughout the mark up process, NHLA’s Immigration Committee issued recommendations to Senate Judiciary Committee members on how to vote on 183 key amendments. The committee took action on 78 (i.e., those with votes called) of those amendments; agreeing with NHLA more than 75 percent of the time. Votes on some or all of these 78 amendments might be used in compiling a scorecard that will grade Senators on their immigration reform record so that Hispanic voters have a clear picture of where their elected officials stand.

“Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy and both Republican and Democratic Senators on the committee deserve recognition for successfully moving the Gang of Eight’s immigration proposal forward through the legislative process. There is still a long road ahead to enact comprehensive immigration reform, but we are now a big step closer thanks to the bipartisan cooperation and leadership of the past weeks,” said Hector Sanchez, NHLA Chair and Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Adva nce me nt.

“Latinos across the country will be looking to the full Senate to continue to work

swiftly, in good faith and in a bipartisan manner as it debates and further amends S. 744. We will continue to make our voices heard in the halls of Congress and townhalls across the nation.”

"We are encouraged that this important debate moves to the Senate Floor, with the promise of improving our national prospects by providing protections to many contributing immigrants. We hope that this promising bill will be further improved by incorporating a clear bar on state and local regulation of immigration, restoring critical categories of family immigrants, implementing marriage equality in immigration laws, and expanding protections against discrimination, among other changes," stated Thomas A. Saenz, President and General Counsel of MALDEF and NHLA Immigration Committee Co-Chair.

“Yesterday’s bipartisan passage of immigration reform legislation by the Senate Judiciary Committee is further proof that Washington has gotten the message, despite efforts by some to try to derail the process.

While not perfect, the bill that is going to the full Senate preserves key elements, namely a framework that will allow the 11 million undocumented immigrants in our nation to earn legal status and then citizenship and that recognizes the unique situation of our DREAMers and agricultural workers,“ said José Calderón, President of the Hispanic Federation and NHLA Immigration Committee Co-Chair.

Among the amendments strongly supported by NHLA that were adopted were Coons Amendment #10, which would allow DREAMers and other immigrants who regularize their status to sit for professional and technical trade licensing exams so that they can be licensed and contribute their skills to the economy; Hi-

rono Amendment #21, which allows DREAMers and eligible dependents of Blue Card holders to have access to federal student loans and workstudy programs; the Franken Amendment #9, which ensures access to public and assisted housing programs for domestic violence survivors eligible for legal immigration status under the Violence Against Women Act protections; and Leahy Amendment #3, which would enable domestic violence survivors to obtain work authorization pending an application for legal status if it takes more than 180 days to process, so that they can afford to leave violent homes and provide for themselves and their children.

Among the amendments strongly opposed by NHLA that the committee rejected were Cruz Amendment #3, which would have removed any path to citizenship in the bill and could even have resulted in the retroactive repeal of certain U.S. citizens’ citizenship; Sessions Amendment #30, which would have denied the low-income families of 4.4 million Latino children access to the Child Tax Credit; and Grassley Amendment #22, which would have eliminated the government’s discretion in waiving deportation in certain cases, such as victims of human trafficking and forced prostitution.

Earlier this year, NHLA launched Latinos United for Immigration Reform, a grassroots mobilization campaign which includes an online platform at LatinosUnited.org for the public to engage Members of Congress, over 60 town halls across the nation – of which 40 have already been held, phone banks, and dozens of meetings with congressional offices. All these efforts combined are expected to generate over 100,000 pro-immigration reform contacts directed at Congress.

New Census Analysis Confirms Record Latino Vote in Election 2012

he National Association of Latino T Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund today issued the following statement on the release of census analysis on the voting participation rates in Election 2012: “We are pleased to see the latest Census analysis confirm what we have known all along—that the Latino electorate’s participation in the 2012 election reached historic heights. The Census Bureau reports that 11.2 million Latino voters cast ballots in the 2012 election, resulting in a 15% increase from the 9.7 million Latinos that turned out in 2008.

“Nationwide, the Latino share of the vote

rose to 8.4% in 2012, compared to 7.4% in the 2008 election. In battleground states like Colorado, Florida and Nevada, the Latino electorate was particularly decisive, providing the margin of victory in a number of key municipal, state and federal elections.

“While progress has continued, a great deal of work remains to be done before the nation’s second largest population group reaches its full political potential. We will continue our efforts to achieve this goal, studying and implementing new and innovative ways to engage this increasingly significant electorate to ensure that Latinos have the access and information necessary to cast ballots in future elections.”

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Boy Scouts vote to lift ban on gay youth

he Boy Scouts of T America voted last month to end its controver-

sial policy banning gay kids and teens from joining one of the nation's most popular youth organizations, ditching membership guidelines that had roiled the group in recent years.

Over 61 percent of Scouting's National Council of 1,232 delegates from across the country voted to lift the ban, BSA officials said. The final tally was 757 yes votes, to 475 no (another 168 delegates did not cast a ballot since they were not present at the meeting). The ban on gay leaders was not voted on and will remain in

place.

"This resolution today dealt with youth. We have not changed our adult membership standards. They have served us well for the last 100 years. Those were not on the table," said Tico Perez, BSA national commissioner.

The policy change will go into effect Jan. 1, 2014, "allowing the Boy Scouts of America the transition time needed to communicate and implement this policy to its approximately 116,000 Scouting units," the BSA said in a statement.

But the outcome of the historic ballot is not going to end the debate: Some opponents on the right said

they would pull their sponsorships of packs and troops, and parents threatened to take their boys out of Scouting; LGBT activists said the policy change doesn't go far enough because gay adults still wouldn't be allowed to participate.

In a statement by Gov. Rick Perry regarding the vote to admit openly gay Boy Scouts he said, “The Boys Scouts of America has been built upon the values of faith and family for more than 100 years and today’s decision contradicts generations of tradition in the name of political correctness. While I will always cherish my time as a scout and the life lessons I learned, I am greatly disappointed with this decision.”

Frullo's Legislation Passes Both Chambers he 83rd Legislative Session is used false identifying information go missing. It also provides tools to T coming to an end, and two of will now face increased punishment proactively identify high-risk chilState Representative John Frullo's for those crimes. dren to prevent them from becoming (R-Lubbock) key measures have received approval of both legislative chambers. Soon, they will be heading toward the Governor's desk for his signature.

House Bill 2637 and Senate Bill 742, the Senate companion to Frullo's House Bill 1677, both continue Frullo's work in protecting children from those who wish to prey on them.

With the passage of HB 2637, sex offenders who are found guilty in court of having or attempting to have

"We have evidence of sex offenders committing identity theft in order to live under an assumed identity," Frullo said. "Offenders do this so that they may appear to be meeting court-imposed restrictions while continuing to commit offenses using someone else's name."

Another triumph this session is the passage of Senate Bill 742 by State Senator John Carona (R-Dallas) and Rep. Frullo. The bill improves the reporting and tracking of children who

ensnared in the child sex trafficking trade.

"Last session, we passed Alicia's Law to give law enforcement more tools to stop perpetrators from committing crimes against children on the internet," Frullo said. "This session, Senator Carona and I continued that work. Passing SB 742 means that the state of Texas can now better identify children that are at risk for human trafficking."

City Council approves LP&L rate hike itizens that use Lubbock Power to keep it from operating at a deficit. eral Manager he C and Light are about to see their Mayor Glen Robertson was the lone said, "There are "no" vote. He wanted to wait and im- more than $44 electricity bill go up.

Last month the Lubbock City Council approved a 9.7% rate increase for LP&L in a 6-1 vote.

That's about $7 to $10 more per month for the average customer.

The increase will go into effect on June 1.

This is the first time the company has raised its rates in around 4 years.

LP&L says the rate hike is needed

plement the increase On Oct. 1.

The other council members said they did not like the rate hike, but felt they had no choice because they don't want to jeopardize LP&L's bond rating, especially when they are looking at possibly borrowing hundreds of millions of dollars to build a new power plant by 2019.

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ee Us, Save Us came to be as a result S of 12 strong, caring women who came together to create an event and bring awareness to the community about motorcyclist.

In 2010, nine Lubbock motorcyclists were killed, four of those deaths occurred in one week.

“See Us, Save Us” was created to make Lubbock residents aware of the number of motorcyclists on the road in their community. Selling t-shirts and window decals and yard signs, the group has been advertising the need for more Lubbock Awareness. They

have been using the money to pay for a billboard and will continue to use the proceeds for public service announcements as long as the income and community will allow.

The first ride took place on November 13, 2010. Hundreds of motorcycles took to the streets of Lubbock, making their presence known to all the residents of Lubbock.

The next ride will be held June 22nd, 2013.

Bikes will meet at the South Plains Mall at 9 a.m. The ride will end at Henry Huneke Park, at 82nd and Nashville.

Riders are urged to join.

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ationwide, nearly 2,000 people died N in motorcycle accidents in 2011. With high gas prices, the sales of motorcycles are

up nearly seven percent -- which could mean a lot of inexperienced riders on the road.

Experts urge new riders to make the right purchase when they buy a bike.

Inexperience can get riders injured or killed. Single bike accidents can be caused by a variety of reasons.

For example professional bikers say that getting on a bike that is too big for you or something you are not familiar with or riding a buddy's bike they are not familiar with, can cause accidents.

Riders are urged to watch the motorists coming towards them. At intersections, you've got to slow down and watch the in-

tersections. Going too fast is probably one of the biggest reasons people have accidents.

"Look twice, save a life" signs are one way motorists are warned to watch for bikes.

Further expert riders say there are too many distractions now and drivers and bikers need to be on their toes.

They warn that ccell phones, texting, watching the kids in the back seat -- none of which involve looking out the windshield.

If you are on a bike, you have to ride more defensively now than you have ever ridden before.

The helmet issue is always a topic of heated debate. Many riders don't believe that people should be forced to wear one, but it has served many well.

Marine Veterans to gather in Lubbock

he Lubbock Chapter of the American T G.I. Forum will be hosting a commemorative weekend for a group of marine veter-

ans of the Vietnam War era that will include attendees from throughout the country.

The event slated for June 6-8, 2013, will include; a ceremony at the veteran’s memorial, a tour of the silent wings museum, a presentation by the City Council, a Texas style BBQ, and a proclamation from Congressman, Randy Neugerbauer.

The event reunites veterans of India Company, 3/7, 1st Platoon Infantry Division. The group holds a reunion every two years in a different host city.

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The American G.I. Forum is a Congressionally chartered veterans and civil rights organization established in 1949 by Army Physician and veteran Hector P. Garcia, M.D, in Corpus Christi, Texas.

For Information contact Robert Narvaiz, American G.I Forum event coordinator (806)781-6277.

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This will be his 5th deployment. He is a proud American serving in the U.S. Army. He is the son of Remigio and Sylvia Rios.

Latino Lubbock Magazine Proudly RIOS salutes the fine men and women committed to tour country. Thank You!

Flag Day is June 14th lag Day, is F a day for all Americans to cel-

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Many people have died protecting it.

It even stands proudly on the surface of the moon.

Raise the flag for our soldiers fighting a war for our freedom and for humanity.

Flag Day celebrates our nation’s most visible symbol of liberty, which is a banner to our freedom of speech, press, and worship.

As Americans, and as Latino Americans, we have every right to be proud of our culture, our nation, and our flag.

Join your neighbors, friends and family members and raise the flag today and every day with pride!

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nights on Bikes is an internaK tional organization consisting of members of the Knights of Columbus who are also motorcycle riders. The Knights on Bikes was formed in the United States in April 2005 by Raymond C. Medina.

Their objective is serving the community through charitable works and leadership while enjoying camaraderie with fellow Knights.

The official headquarters of Knights on Bikes is in the Diocese of Fort Worth, but there are members throughout the U.S. and Canada. All KOB are members of the Knights of Columbus, and open to any Knight who owns a motorcycle (of any make, model or size) or anticipates owning a bike within 6 months.

The KOB are men of character and conviction who are “driven by faith and conscience to do truly meaningful works,” and dedicated to improving the biker’s image, promoting safety, and Christian values.

According to their website, they are a family-oriented organization that rides safely while having fun.

The group takes on community projects like Raising money for the needy (“Fill the Helmet” fund at a well traveled intersection, Bike show, etc.)., to riding in parades, visiting nursing homes, and reaching out to helping those in most need; to the service of the Bishops, Priests and Catholic Parishes.

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f you are planI ning to get summer jobs and

have not been hired by now, it’s not too little late.

Here are some suggestions for tackling the summer job market: 1. Search traditional job boards as well as Google, using keywords such as summer+jobs.

2. Get onto Twitter, search #summerjobs#Lubbock.

3. Look for Specialized job boards to help with finding summer jobs 4. Various government agencies offer specific job boards: check Workforce Solutions.

5. Traditional job boards such as working.com have set up specific student searches.

6. The City of Lubbock is a great source of summer jobs; they hired students to start in April, but still have their website up. It is late, but it is worth to go back and check – a small number of positions were still available when we posted this blog .

Check the City for ongoing hiring — some might be for summer.

7. Think of which employers are busiest in summer. For example, Lubbock Parks & Recreation department has a hiring page for “recreation

jobs”. Think of who else is active in the summer: companies that deal in promot ion s and marketing, hotels, restaurants, car rental compa n ie s, golf courses and a range of other service sector employers. Google the companies, check out their websites and see if they’re hiring.

8. Remember that you can also create your own business and offer pet sitting, gardening, baby sitting, elder care, house sitting services, for a fee, to friends and family.

9. Keep in mind that temp agencies might be ramping up their hiring to fill positions of employees away for summer. You’ll find a list of job boards on this blog.

10. There are services for youth to help with jobs — they often know about positions available in the community, and more usefully — might be able to help you ramp up your job search so you can do it yourself.

Good luck with your search! There are jobs out there to be found and created – it just might take a more effort.

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Nationwide, the unemployment rate reached a four-year low of 7.5 percent after employers added 165,000 new jobs. This figure is down from March's number of 7.6 percent. The Latino unemployment rate for April of 9 percent is the lowest it has been since November 2008. The Latino labor force participation rate continues to be the highest of any demographic group, standing at 65.7 percent in April. Alicia Criado of the National Council of La Raza (NCLR) stated, "Latinos definitely contribute and help to make our economy stronger and are found in many of the industries that help boost our economy."

So what are today's top growth industries and how can Latinos prepare so that they are strong candidates in these areas? According to the April U.S. employment figures, professional and business services added 73,000 new jobs; food services and drinking places added 38,000; retail trade added 29,000; and health care added 19,000.

Former Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis stressed the importance of college education and additional training as a path to increased employment and higher paying jobs for Latinos.

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FREE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY: The Caprock Regional Public Defender Office offers free legal representation to 13 surrounding West Texas Counties. The office handles Felony, Misdemeanor and Juvenile cases for citizens that cannot afford to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Call (806) 742-2570 to see if your county qualifies for this service.

FREE GED CLASSES with childcare for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by the Lubbock Dream Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. You must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in public school to be eligible for the classes. For more info call 806-7933336. General office hours are Mon. thru Thurs. from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. FREE GED AND ESL CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered

by Adult Education Center. We accept new students on a bi-monthly basis. You must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in public school to be eligible for the classes. For more info call 806-281-5750. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. CHILD CARE AVAILABLE FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE FAMILIES Families who are income eligible may receive fee assistance to attend one of the Early Learning Center’s five centers for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school.

The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 for more information.

REFERRAL FOR QUALITY CHILD CARE in Lubbock by the South Plains Day Home Association helps parents with free referrals to licensed or registered day care facilities that are routinely monitored by the Texas Department and Protective Services. Call 796-0606 or 792-1847 for more information.

FREE LITERACY PROGRAM offers assistance with reading, GED preparation, and English as a second language classes.

Programs for individuals with a learning disability as well as one-on-one tutoring is also available. The programs are free. For more information please call (806) 775-3636.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES Registration for free English as a second language (ESL) classes for adults are available on site at class locations, or by calling (806) 7753636, or in person at the Literacy Lubbock office in the Mahon Library.

CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad.

Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636.

IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806741-0409.

Business/negocío Business/Opportunity Updates JOB SEARCH SEMINAR June 6, 13, 20, 27– 9-12:30 p.m., Workforce Solutions, 1218 14th St. Cost: No charge. Registration is requested. For information or registration, contact Myra McNeil at 765-5038, ext.

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VETERANS ENTREPRENEURSHIP BOOT CAMP June 13 – 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Science Spectrum, 2579 S. Loop 289.

Cost: No charge. Workshop sponsored by Momentum Texas for veterans who wish to learn more about the skills they need to start a business. The event is being held in sponsorship with the Small Business Development Center, Small Business Administration, Texas Veterans Commission, Texas Tech, Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Workforce Solutions South Plains and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Registration and more information is available from jreid@momentumtexas.org.

SBA OPPORTUNITIES June 26- 6 to 8 pm at The Small Business Development Center, 2579 S. Loop 289,suite 114, Lubbock, TX. No fee. Call Elaine @ 806-745-1637 to register. Presented by the Small Business Administration and the SBDC. Looking for financing and need some answers? Then this workshop is for you! The following topics will be discussed: *Information on SBA loans *What a business owner should have before applying for a loan *What the banker is looking for in a loan *Other programs and services available from the SBA. The deadline for registering is noon on noon, June 25. Seating is limited.

LUBBOCK SCORE provides free counseling to individuals in starting a business.

SCORE can help with your business plan to include market analysis and financial D & L projections. For more information please call (806) 472-7462, ext. 117, or visit us online a www.lubbockscore.org BOARDS & COMMISSIONS City of Lubbock has the following committee positions open in June: Citizens Traffic Commission, and the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority. Please visit www.ci.lubbock.tx.us/ for more information, or all your council representative.

FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 Ninth St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, are available.

BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff and team of volunteers from the professional community. All information will be held in strict confidence.

Counseling sessions can be arranged by calling the SBDC at (806) 745-1637.

SBA Helping Veterans Become Entrepreneurs

he U.S. Small Business AdT ministration (SBA) announced the SBA Veteran Pledge Initiative,

a commitment by its top national, regional and community lenders to collectively increase their lending activity to veterans by five percent per year for the next five years.

Often times, veterans face challenges in raising capital or have trouble receiving a conventional loan. With the support of SBA’s top 20 national lending partners, and approximately 100 additional regional and community lending partners across the United States, SBA expects to assist an additional 2,000 veterans obtain loans to start or expand small businesses by increasing lending by $475

million over the next five years. This equals a five percent increase above historic veteran lending activity by the SBA. The initiative also complements SBA’s existing partnership with the National Association of Development Companies (NADCO) VetLoan Advantage strategic initiative that offers small business financing discounts and training to veterans who own businesses or are interested in small business ownership.

Veterans make up a large number of successful small business owners.

Nine percent of small businesses are veteran-owned. These 2.45 million veteran-owned businesses employ more than 5 million individuals. In the private sector workforce, veterans are more likely than those with no active-duty military experience to be self-employed.

To learn more about additional opportunities for veterans available through the SBA, please visit the website at www.sba.gov/veterans .

SPCPI offering free training to Small Business, employees

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ocal businesses and their employees interested in benefitting from specialized education and training programs offered at the newly opened South Plains Center for Productivity and Innovation (SPCPI)should contact them now.

T training will be at no cost for area businesses, as a result of the $372,000 Wagner-Peyser 7 (b) Grant awarded to the CWP in October 2012.

Over the next year, the grant will allow training for 240 workers from at least 20 small area businesses and provide entrepreneurial training and mentoring to at least 38 new business seekers.

The new facility, located at 1622 Mac Davis Lane, will provide train-

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Additional course topics will be provided in the future and custom course development is also available.

The regional center will train workers from identified businesses in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) related skills.

Employers or entrepreneurs interested in finding out more information or eligibility requirements should contact Steve Anderson by calling 806.687.2287 or visiting southplainsinnovation.org.

SPC to honor retirees

outh Plains College honored 20 employees who retired during the 2012-2013 year. Among them are Pauline Escarcega, groundskeeper, retiring with 34 years of service; Bertha Osornio, Custodian, retiring

with 28 years of service; and Emma Rios-Quevedo, Assistant Professor of Foreign Language, retiring with 12 years of service. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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or years before December 31, F 2006, spouses that operated a business together, split the self

employment tax in half. Therefore, they each contributed the same amount to their Social Security account. However, everything changed, beginning in the year 2007. Which meant that all self-employment benefits went to the husband, generally. This means, that when such spouses apply for Social Security benefits, one spouse will get minimum benefits. This happens more in farming operations or sole proprietorships.

There is a solution, however. There

is a mechanism called a “Qualified Joint Venture”. The requirements are that only members of the joint venture are husband and wife and they file a joint return. Also, both spouses materially participate in the operation of the business. Finally, both spouses do not elect to be treated as a partnership.

Consult your tax professional for additional and complete information.

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Wellness/ bienestar Emergency Preparedness

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he possibility for T severe weather increases during the spring

and summer seasons. Severe thunderstorms have the potential to produce lightning, damaging hail, flash flooding, and tornados.

There are a few simple steps you can take to protect you and your family during severe weather.

During any type of severe weather event it is important that you stay informed about significant changes that may be occurring with the weather.

Local radio and television stations provide important information during storms. Another useful tool is a NOAA weather radio which will au-

tomatically notify you of severe weather events in your area. A shelter should also be identified before a thunderstorm event and is ideally located in a basement or storm cellar. If both are unavailable, find an interior room on the lowest floor.

This summer make it a point to develop a plan in case of severe weather.

For Lubbock, this could mean hail, lightning, flooding, and tornados. For a step-by-step process on how to be prepared and for more specific information on several types of severe weather events, visit www.Ready. gov.

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Tony Maldonado: His Love For Life, His Family, and Coping with Terminal Cancer

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

fter a three month courting, A Tony P. Maldonado knew that he was in love with his wife Elva.

He said that he knew from the moment he saw her.

"I knew that she was the one - the love of my life," he said.

They smiled as they reflected when he took her to the mall, to a jewelry store to try on rings. Before she knew it, he had bought them confidently knowing that this woman would be his wife.

"He never asked me to marry him," she smiled. "He just knew."

Tony responded, "I was just so sure that she was gonna say yes."

And 30 years later, the couple has been married since July 25, 1983.

They renewed their vows and their commitment to God, at their church September 29.

As Tony continued to talk about his love for Elva, he also teared up.

With reluctance, he shared that in 2004, after having urinary symptoms, getting up about five to six times a night, and multiple stops during a trip with growing symptoms and discomfort - he knew something was not right. When they returned from their trip, he made an appointment with his doctor. He suspected that he was dealing with diabetes, so he went to check his sugar, but it was recommended that he go to a urologist.

At that time he had a biopsy, and learned that he had Prostate cancer , a form of cancer that develops in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system, and may cause pain, difficulty in urinating, problems during sexual intercourse, or erectile dysfunction. Other symptoms can potentially develop during later stages of the disease.

Tony was given options including surgery. When he had the surgery they discovered that the cancer had spread.

On June 6, 2004, he had a radical prostatectomy - an operation to remove the prostate gland and some of the tissue around it. Thereafter, he was placed on hormonal shots.

For five years Tony was cancer free, and thought he had beaten the disease.

Tony admitted that when he first received the diagnosis of his cancer he was devastated.

"You hear when it happens to other people... but when it's you personally - it hits you really hard. We didn't know what to do. We just got to keep on going," he said.

He has gone through many treatments. And last month he was given the last treatments available for his specific health issue.

The cancer has now gotten to the point that it started spreading through his bones.

"If I had to tell other men what to do if you don't feel good I'd tell them don't be a macho man and not go to the doctor. The doctor is the only one that is gonna help you find out... you got to find out one way or an-

¡Vive tu Vida! Get up get moving!

other," he said adding that if they had symptoms and didn't go to get themselves checked it could get worse and by the time you go to the doctor it could be too late.

He continued to share how he was dealing with knowing that he is terminal. As he explained that he was going through a phase right now.

"When he told me it was the last medicine that could help me, it hit me again. This is it.

I'm on the last strand...I think too much, I worry to much especially if it has to do with my family."

During this trial he said that he has learned more about his wife and how courageous she is.

"This is the backbone of the family," he said about her.

"I appreciate what she has done... she's been there for me. I thank her for it, I love her for it."

He said that Elva is the only one working right now and has taken on a lot of responsibilities at home, with his care, and sustaining the family.

While Tony never imagined that this would happen to him, he expressed how important it was for men to be proactive.

"Having insurance life or medical, is the right thing to do. I know it's gonna cost but it pays off in the long run," he said especially directing his message to Hispanic men.

"Don't hesitate going to your medical doctor for anything...don't wait - if you feel something don't wait until it is too late. The sooner the better. You'll find out what to do, it might be something drastic but it will be something that can be done, if caught early."

"Especially Hispanic men we hesitate about going to medical doctors, dentists. We have to go - go for your family, but go."

He continued to urge men to be more proactive.

Tony has been a member of the

Knights of Columbus (KOC) at our Lady of Guadalupe 11807 since 2005. He has served as a Knight, as an officer, first as a Recorder; then he became a 4th Degree Knight charged with accompanying the Bishop at events and with specials celebrations. He is now a Grand Knight of his council.

Through the KOC he has volunteered with many organizations, and has helped with MHMR, the Back to School Fiesta, One Rose, One Life for the Nurturing Center, they help at the jamaicas, and one of the original members of Los Hermanos

a collective group of men's organizations that hold the annual Vamos a Pescar/Let's Go Fishing event.

"We do a lot for the church, and our community, he said adding that Elva and his daughters were also very involved.

"I thank God for my partner that He gave me who has been a blessing and help me go through all of this.

I appreciate my wife. And my girls - If I didn't have them I don't know what to do.

Tony said that faith has carried him through this trail. He added that he is not ready to leave everyone he loves.

"It's very hard," said Elva. "Very hard... just stand behind your husband because it takes a toll on the family," she said.

"Now all we have left of our marriage is two best friends together.

Every time we go to the doctor we get worse news...I've been able to fix everything, and I can't fix this," she said as she sobbed.

"That why I love you babe," he responded.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in men. Cancer screening tests — including the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test to look for signs of prostate cancer — can be a good idea. Prostate cancer screening can help identify cancer early on, when treatment is most effective. And a normal PSA test, combined with a digital rectal exam, can help reassure you that it's unlikely you have prostate cancer.

But getting a PSA test for prostate cancer may not be necessary for some men, especially men 75 and older.

Professional organizations vary in their recommendations about who should — and who shouldn't — get a PSA screening test. While some have definitive guidelines, others leave the decision up to men and their doctors. Organizations that do recommend PSA screening generally encourage the test in men between the ages of 40 and 75, and in men with an increased risk of prostate cancer.

In general, doctors recommend that men with an average risk of prostate cancer make choices that benefit their overall health if they're interested in prostate cancer prevention. But you may reduce your risk of prostate cancer by making healthy choices, such as exercising and eating a healthy diet.

Health/Salud Noticias de salud/ Health News FREE DIABETES SELFMANAGEMENT CLASSES by Community Health Center of Lubbock will be offered on Monday evening, from 6 p.m.

- 8 p.m. beginning June 3rd, 2013. For more information contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext 1007 FREE NUTRITION CLASSES Community Health Center of Lubbock and Mae Simmons Community Center will offer classes on Monday evenings from 7-8 p.m. beginning June 3rd, 2013. For more information contact Sarina at 765-2611 ext 1007 FREE BREAST SCREENING the Bridge of Lubbock, 1301 East Redbud, Saturday, June 8, 2013, from 9 am – 12 pm. For more information contact Clarissa 688-1900.

ONCOLOGY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT HOUR Covenant Health will host an oncology support hour for caregivers. The first support hour of the month will be Tuesday, June 11 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge located at 3511 10th St.. The support hour is meant for caregivers to come and share experiences with each other all while finding ways to cope while caring for a loved one.

For more information, call 725.8002.

DESSERT WITH DR. BEN CARSON the world’s leading pediatric neurosurgeon and renowned author will discuss his vision for America on Friday, June 28th at 7pm at the Lubbock Civic Center. Tickets and Tables are on sale now. To learn more and secure your seat today visit: DessertWithDrBenCarson. com or call Southcrest Christian School at (806) 797-7400.

MEN'S HEALTH AWARENESS HEALTH FAIR Community Health Center of Lubbock would like to celebrate Men's Health Week by providing free screening and Valuable health information on Saturday, June 29th, 2013, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Parkway Community Health Clinic, 406 MLK Boulevard. For more information contact Yvonne at 765-2611 x 1009.

WELLNESS CLINICS Every 2nd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at Our Lady of Grace Church Buxkemper Hall, 3107 Erskine. And, every 3rd Tuesday 9 am to 12 pm , at St. Joseph’s Church Parish Hall, 102 N. Ave P .

FREE DOCTORS CLINIC The Family Church at 34th Street and Boston Avenue holds a free doctors clinic at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Three to four doctors volunteer their time each week and can see up to 20 patients. The clinic also includes free vouchers for prescriptions. For information, call 799-4329.

FREE SICK CHILDREN'S CLINIC is a free, all-volunteer clinic that treats sick children up to age 15 at 10th Street and Avenue A. Prescriptions at the on-site pharmacy are free.

The days and hours of operation depend upon doctors' schedules. Call 762-1805 to hear the hours for the week.

FREE PARENTING CLASSES Classes are Tuesday evenings unless otherwise noted. All classes begin PROMPTLY at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. Pizza will be served. NO CHILDCARE PROVIDED. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH LIMITED CLASS! Please visit our website at www.lubbockparentconnection.org.

LUBBOCK AREA AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP Meeting is the second Tuesday night of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. All amputees, family members, and friends are welcome to attend. For more information for meeting locations and/or questions call 806-281-7646 or 806-748-5870.

June 2013

Real men get check-ups National Men’s Health Week (June 10-16)

n 1920, women lived an average I of one year longer than men. Today, men die almost six years earlier

than women and are more likely to die of heart disease and cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control. These troubling statistics haven’t translated into better health care practices for men. A recent survey found that men take better care of their cars than of their own health, according to Men’s Health Network.

Eighty-four percent of men said they had had their car serviced in the past year, but only 66 percent had been to the doctor for an annual check-up.

Putting off medical visits and ignoring symptoms is especially common among Hispanic men who, because of machista attitudes, often view go-

ing to the doctor as a sign of weakness. Don’t let your man suffer in silence. Encourage the men you love to get a tune-up, whether that means starting a fitness program, improving their diet, getting a physical, or even seeing a therapist.

The Community Health Center of Lubbock offers various men's screenings and valuable health information including Cholesterol screenings, Blood Pressure & Glucose checks, eye exams, Physical Activity, Brain Health info, Pulmonary Function Tests, Nutrition, Diabetes & Heart Disease Info, Cooking demonstration, Digital Rectal Exams.

For more information, contact Yvonne at 765-2611 ext. 1009.

BUILDING A HEALTHIER WEST TEXAS: The J.T. & Margaret Talkington Charitable Foundation awarded a $2 million grant to the Community Health Center of Lubbock, Inc. to support the construction of a new facility located at 1610 5th street.

Construction will begin in 2014, and will be a 45,000 square foot facility that will provide more exam rooms to support medical, dental, eye, mental health counseling, education, laboratory, and pharmacy and will support the patient medical home concept. The facility will increase patient access, improve patient flow with less wait time, and expand space for educational opportunities in prevention, thus, improves health outcomes and reduces cost in overall healthcare. The new location will also operate extended hours into the evening and weekend.

Offering Services Including: · Skilled Nursing · Wound Care · PT & OT · Speech Therapy

Los hombres de verdad se hacen exámenes médicos

n 1920, las mujeres vivían, en E promedio, un año más que los varones. En la actualidad, los va-

rones fallecen casi seis años antes que las mujeres y son más propensos a morir de enfermedades al corazón y cáncer, según los Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés). Estas preocupantes estadísticas no se han traducido en mejores prácticas de atención de salud para los varones. De acuerdo con Men’s Health Network (Red de la Salud de los Varones), una encuesta reciente reveló que los varones cuidan mejor de sus vehículos que de su propia salud. El 84 por ciento de los varones dijo haberle hecho mantenimiento a

su vehículo en el curso del pasado año, pero sólo el 66 por ciento visitó al médico para someterse a un control anual. Dejar de lado las visitas al médico e ignorar los síntomas es particularmente común entre los hispanos que, con frecuencia y debido a actitudes machistas, perciben las visitas al médico como signos de debilidad. No deje que su hombre (y esto incluye a usted) sufra en silencio. Aliente al hombre que ama a hacerse una “puesta a punto”, ya sea que empiece un programa de ejercicios físicos, que mejore su dieta, que se haga un examen médico, o que incluso vea a un terapeuta.

Para mas informac�on, llame a Yvonne a 765-2611 ext. 1009.

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Babies need shots at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months.

Older children need shots at 4-6 years and then again at 11-14 years.

Adults need shots too!

A flu shot yearly and other shots as recommended by your physician.

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Education/ Educación

Hispanic High School Drop-out Rate at Record Low

BY RICHARD FRYE PEW HISPANIC CENTER

record sevA en-in-ten (69%) Hispanic

high school graduates in the class of 2012 enrolled in college that fall, two percentage points higher THE DOCTORS: Several Hispanic students receiving their doctorates participated in than the rate (67%) among their the Hispanic Convocation. The students volunteered and made a difference. The number white counterparts, according to a of Hispanics with doctorates jumped 161 percent from 1990 to 2010, almost double the Pew Research Center analysis of new data from the Census Bureau. As renon-Hispanic rate of 90 percent, according to U.S. Census data. Congratulations! cently as the class of 2000, only 49% of Hispanic high school graduates immediately enrolled in college the following fall.

This milestone is the result of a long-term increase in Hispanic college-going that accelerated with the onset of the recession in 2008. The rate among white high school graduates, by contrast, has declined slight-

ly since 2008.

The positive trends in Hispanic educational indicators also extend to high school. The most recent available data show that in 2011 only 14% of Hispanic 16- to 24-year-olds were high school dropouts, half the level in 2000 (28%). Starting from a much lower base, the high school dropout rate among whites also declined during that period (from 7% in 2000 to 5% in 2011), but did not fall by as much.

Despite the narrowing of some of these long-standing educational attainment gaps, Hispanics continue to lag whites in a number of key higher education measures. Young Hispanic college students are less likely than their white counterparts to enroll in a four-year college (56% versus 72%), they are less likely to attend a selective college, less likely to be enrolled in college full time, and less likely to complete a bachelor's degree.

LAF offering Scholarships to Estacado High Grads

ayland Baptist University’s W Lubbock Campus has received $4,000 from the Lubbock

THE NEXT GENERATION: Several student organizations participated in the Lubbock Cinco de Mayo Parade held May 4th. It was the first Cinco de mayo parade held in Area Foundation for recent Estacado High School graduate scholarships. over 30 years.

The fund will be used to award four $1,000 scholarships to Estacado High School graduates who enroll at the Lubbock Campus. This grant is one of three $4,000 grants given by the LAF to assist Estacado High School students in beginning their college degree programs at Wayland’s Lubbock Campus.

Four recent Estacado High School graduates are currently enrolled at the Lubbock Campus and are progressing in their degree programs. This grant, along with grants from the Spears Charitable Trust and the E. A. Franklin Charitable Trust, will enable the university to continue to support these students and to attract other graduates into the program.

The grant was

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provided from unrestricted charitable funds of the Lubbock Area Foundation. The donors to this fund included the C. R. & Virginia Hutcheson Charitable Fund, the Roy and Lela Furr Fund, and the H. D. Snell Endowment.

The Lubbock Area Foundation is the community foundation for the entire South Plains area and exists to help people who care about the Lubbock area to invest – at any level – in its future. The Foundation provides an easy and effective way for generous people to create permanent charitable endowments for the benefit of this area. Grants are awarded from endowments based on the interests of the donor or through an open competitive process that is responsive to the changing needs of the community.

“¡Sí Se Puede!”

It can be d ne!

Education & Scholarship Update SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT SEEKING APPLICANTS Miss Hispanic Lubbock Scholarship Committee is seeking applicants for the 2014 scholarship pageant.

Applicants must be 17-24 (a graduating senior in high school or enrolled in a college or university and be the ages by September 1), Single, No Children, and of Hispanic, Mexican American, or Latin-American decent.

Applicants also must currently reside within a 50 mile radius of Lubbock or be enrolled in a local college or university at the time of competition and throughout the year of her reign.

Applications and guidelines are available by request at: MissHispanicLubbock@gmail. com. All applications are due by July 27 2013 SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It probably is, as it lists thousands of scholarships. Fastweb allows you to identify favorites to work on, and it has direct links to the scholarship sites.

When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource.

HACU NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is accepting online applications for its Scholarship Program. More than $100,000 will be awarded to eligible students. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000 Apply online: www.hacu.net/hacu/ Scholarships.asp HSF/ GENERAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS are designed to assist students of Hispanic heritage obtain a college degree. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000.

Apply online at: www.hsf.net/innercontent. aspx?id=460 AISES 2012 GOOGLE SCHOLARSHIP The AISES Google Scholarship will fund scholarships awards to American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and people of First Nations from Canada AISES members pursuing degrees in the computer science, computer engineering and related programming fields.

Application Deadline: Jan. 1, 3000. Apply Online: http://www.aises.org/what/programs/ scholarships/info/googlescholars GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM GMS will select 1,000 talented students each year to receive a goodthrough-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. We provide Gates Millennium Scholars with personal and professional development through our leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career. Application Deadline: Jan 01, 3000 Apply Online: http://www.gmsp.org/publicweb/aboutus.

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Destination Imagination Teams Rank High Nationally The Breezie Babes came in thirdplace out of 70 teams in the WindVisT ible challenge. The team members

FISHING DERBY sponsored by The 100 Black Men of West Texas , Inc and the Texas Game Warden Assn. will be held Saturday, June 1, 2013, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mae Simmons Park. hree Destination ImagiNation Enjoy an outdoor cookout lunch on us! Bring (DI) teams from Waters Elyour own fishing poles since we only have a ementary competed at the Destinafew loaners. tion ImagiNation Global Finals in LUBBOCK CHESS CLUB will meet at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, on Sunday, June 2 from 2 to 4:45 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact cmw02b@ gmail.com for more information.

“PROJECT BOOKBAG” Teens going into grades 6 through 12 can decorate a book bag or a beach tote at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, at the “Project Bookbag” program on Monday, June 3 at 3 p.m. All materials will be provided. For more information, please call 775-2838.

CHILDREN’S MAGIC SHOW at Library. Dates and times are:

June 3, 11 a.m. Mahon, 1306 9th Street June 3, 2 p.m. Patterson, 1836 Parkway June 4, 11 a.m. Groves, 5520 19th Street June 4, 2 p.m. Godeke, 6707 Slide Road

Tickets are free and will be given out at the library on the day of the program on a first come, first served basis, starting as soon as the library opens. For more information, please call 775-2838.

TEEN TIE DYE PROGRAM Teens going into grades 6 through 12, bring a beach towel or a t-shirt to the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive, on Wednesday, June 5. There will be two sessions—one at 2 p.m. and one at 4 p.m. We will provide the dye. Please call 767-3300 by June 4 to register.

TEEN CHESS CLUB Students going into grades 5–12, join us for chess on Wednesday, June 5 at 2 p.m. at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street. We will meet every Wednesday until August 21. For more information, call 775-2838.

TEEN VIRAL VIDEO PROGRAM Teens going into grades 6 through 12, come to “Viral Video Madness” at the Godeke Branch Library, 6707 Slide Road, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 6. We will watch videos, learn a new dance trend, and create a video that will be posted on our teen blog. For more information, please call 792-6566.

JUMP INTO SUMMER The Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, will kick off summer with an outdoor celebration, including a bounce house and barrel train, from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, June 6. For kids in grade 5 and under. For more information, please call 775-2838.

FATHER’S DAY STORYTIMEThe Godeke Branch Library, 6707 Slide Road, will celebrate Father’s Day at a special storytime at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6. Join us for stories and a craft. For more information, call 792-6566.

OPEN FITNESS Avoid the unpredictable weather of high winds and too hot temperatures. Use our fitness equipment to get fit!

Treadmill, bikes and more! Ages 13+ (13-16 yrs. needs guardian) 3 p.m., M-F at the Trejo Center. Free.

June 2013

Knoxville, Tennessee May, 22-25.

The Global Finals represent the highest level of competition in DI and involve more than 1,100 teams from 45 states, 7 Canadian provinces and 13 countries.

The Nerdy Friends Forever, who entered the Global Finals as a “wildcard” team, earned second-place honors out of 55 teams in the Realto-Reel challenge. The team members are: fifth graders Hallie Davis, Erica Olivarez, fourth graders Boston Britt, Laura Hutton, Ashtyn Martin and Morgan Thompson. Their team manager is Wendi Britt and co-team manager is Kelly Baum.

WE ARE LEADERS OF THE FUTURE: Learn Talent Search celebrate the accomplishments of 7th & 8th grade middle school participants during its annual recognition banquet for the “LETS Go Advance” program. The banquet theme, “We are Leaders of are: fifth graders Madison Duran, the Future”, celebrates the dedication and persistence of students who want to pursue a Jocelyn Reyes Hannah Halpain and college education.

Kathryn Bell; fourth graders Scarlet Marsh and Laura Forbes and third grader Addison Garcia. Their team manager is Lorraine Becerra and coteam manager is Lupe Alvarado.

The DRAMATIC8ORS finished 28th out of 60 teams in the Change in Realitiee division which is improvisation. The team members are: fifth graders Caleb Williams, Sidney Flores and Wesley Trook; third graders Alyssa Britt and Walker Pierce, and fourth grader Priscella Martinez.

Their team manager is Sara Martinez and co-team manager is Stephany McDougal.

Summertime Reading, a must for Latino children Visit the library. If your child doesn’t Itimet’smer,sum-fora have a library card, summer is a great time to sign up. Take advantage of

kids to relax, visit friends, enjoy the great outdoors, and dive into an exciting, new book.

Chances are many children will not read, and research shows children lose one to three months of learning every summer. Prevent this summer learning loss by getting your children excited about reading.

Although summer is a time they can relax, reading can also help them unwind.

the free, child-friendly summer reading programs.

When planning summer activities with children, remember to leave some time in their schedules for reading. Some convenient times may be before bedtime or over breakfast. Use books to break the boredom.

Without the regular school regimen, adults and kids need more activities to fill the hours. So read aloud, and be a storyteller, tell them about your familia and growing up.

Combine summer activities with books, and let them know that readFUTURE IS BRIGHT: Fifth Students from Guadalupe Elementary held their banquet ing is an important part of your life.

Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens

ummer should be a stress-free S time full of food, friends and fun.

Free summer meals can help.

• FREE to kids and teens age 18 and under • Healthy meals based on USDA nutrition guidelines • Served at sites such as schools and churches that may offer learning and recreational activities • Fun, safe place for kids and teens to be active and visit with friends •Help families save money No application or proof of income needed.

Lubbock ISD – sponsored sites will be open June 3rd thru August 8th; Monday - Thursday Only. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.; and Lunch will be served from 11:30

LETS GO ADVANCE: The “LETS Go Advance” program is an early intervention program designed to promote academic excellence and a ‘college going’ environment for select students enrolled at Cavazos Middle School and Dunbar College Prep Academy.

The program operates under the umbrella of LEARN Talent Search, a federally funded TRiO program sponsored by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

with a Hollywood theme and dazzled their parents, teachers, and supporters as they were acknowledged for a successful school year. Congrats from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Locations include: Bayless Elementary, Bean Elementary, Harwell Ele m e n t a r y, Wester Elementary, Cavazos Middle School, and Dunbar Middle School.

For the most current information on summer meal sites, please call 2-1-1 or text FOODTX to 877-877, or go to CELEBRATE WITH JACKSON 5TH GRADERS: The end of year banquet www.summerfood.org.

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for 40 Jackson students, was well supported with parent and family member, plus school staff, and the LYL leadership team. The year proved to be a successful year for all of the students. Latino Lubbock Magazine is proud of you!

This summer keep your brain healthy and read, read, read! ¡Léa, léa, léa!

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Los Seguidores

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

ith wind in their face, and faith W in their hearts Los Seguidores de Cristo (LSC) of Our Lady of

Guadalupe ( a motorcycle club) was formed by Ray Guzman in 2005.

After a persistent and continuous five year invitation from a friend, he accepted and went on a ride with Fellowship Riders of Lubbock.

"It was comforting to be around Christian riders that shared fellowship and prayed... to see and help the community," he said.

They asked him to join but he went a step further, when he had attended church he often noticed that many of his fellow parishioners were also riding.

As such, he approached Father Andres Mendoza who had a good reaction, and who Ray said was very supportive from day one.

With three members the first month, the word began to spread of the group's formation, and new members began to join. They felt a need to get involved and wanted to bring something to the church.

Their focus started to take life, help with and minister to the needs of their church community by participating in charity efforts and church events.

The first year they held a Thanksgiving dinner for family members of

de Cristo

cleaning yards for the elderthe parish who had no one to ly and helping with home celebrate with. "We wanted improvement projects them to feel welcomed," by providing labor. he said. Ray prayed for "It is not a prerequidirection, and then, a site to own a motorChristmas Run was cycle although most started, which allowed of them do have one," the members to prosaid Guzman. vide gifts for children that He said that the purwould otherwise not have pose of the group is to gifts. give back to the church From then on, this becommunity, support came an annual event. In the youth, and help 2012, they had 19 famias the church lies and one year as needs them, many as 25. including Proudly helping he said all with parkthe money ing lot duty. provided Sandra was now Gonzales, r a i s e d treasurer of through LSC, who fundraisjoined the ers, algroup with though the her husfirst couple band, added of years that the was from group has their own now taken pockets. on commuProudnity initialy other tives includmembers of the group shared additional proj- ing being a part of the Blue Ribbon ects taken on by the group including Rally, held during Child Abuse

Prevention and Awareness Month.

They talked about other groups they supported including Toys for Tots, BACA, and bringing fellowship to the elderly.

She added proudly that they are considered a church organization, and now even participate in the parish council.

"It helps us serve the community, and helps us to come to church more often... It brings me closer to the church and has made me realized my purpose is to serve God," she said.

Currently LSC has 34 members.

Some join as couples, and some are just single members, men and women all dedicated to serving God. "It helps you to do things together more often, helps us to communicate and plan more," she added.

Jesse De La Rosa, current president of LSC and a member since April 2010 discussed the rides including a trip to Groom, Texas. He said they (LSC members and supporters) went through the actual Stations of the Cross, and recited the Divine Mercy.

He said that each rider expressed their need, they prayed, and also attended mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Amarillo.

"This is our family, people that you can lean on, all sorts of fellowship and bonding. My wife and I are

grateful for blessings, and as a couple this is one of them," he said sharing that his wife Renee is the Secretary of the group.

De La Rosa said they have set a goal to double the size of the group, to continue to be engaged in the community of Our Lady of Guadalupe, as well as be good representatives of OLG in various regards.

"Anytime they are wearing their vests they must be respectful, and remember our commitments," he said, adding that they attend a mass dedicated to blessing their vests, and pledging to their church community their commitment to Christ.

"Our calling is to tell others of Christ’s great love through our service to Him," he said.

In order to join LSC, members must be practicing Catholics. They do not need a motorcycle to join the group.

They must become certified by the Catholic Diocese Safe Environment Committee. They have members from other churches who are also members. LSC meets once a month at 4 p.m. and attend mass following their meeting. They must also be a licensed motorcycle and insured rider.

For more information, or to become a member, call Jesse at (806)7024484.

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ATTENDING MASS: The group poses VOLUNTEERING: LSC brings Christ- FOR FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST: after mass they attend together. mas to a family in need.

LSC invites married and single members.

RIDE WITH JESUS: LSC members in a FATHER ANDRES SUPPORT: LSC rear view mirror. members preparing for blessing of vests.

ยกFelicidades graduados! Estamos orgullosos de ustedes!

Austin Carrizales

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Texas State University Texas Tech Law School Bachelors in Criminal Justice Doctor of Jurisprudence Future plan: Becoming a Master of Public Administration Texas Ranger or the FBI. Future plan: Practice law in Parents: Henry & Chris Torrez Houston or Austin Son of

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Texas Tech South Plains College Monterrey High School Idalou High School Lubbock High Duran BS Mechanical Engineering Associate of Arts Degree Future plan: Future plan: attending Baylor Future plan: Attend South Lubbock High School Future plan: Airforce Pilot Future plan: Obtain Bachelors in South Plains College University majoring in Education Future plan: Attending Western Plains College and major in Law Son of Lupe Tokar Clinical Services Management "We are very proud of you and Parents: Henry & Chris Torrez Texas, majoring in Criminology.

Enforcement followed by Masters in Clinical the young man you've become" Parents: Charles & Monica Parents: Richard & Nora Pineda Practice Management.

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Anniversary/Wedding Announcements

Anniversary Manuel & Lillie Aguilar, 50th as of June 18th

Anniversary Martin & Ophelia Leos, 44th as of June 28, 1969

Anniversary Jesse & Anna Hernandez, 43rd as of June 3, 1970

Anniversary Pete and Inez Castro, 40th as of June 9, 1973

Anniversary Johnny & Nina Castilleja, 40th as of June 2, 1973

Anniversary Robert & Nancy Mojica, 29th as of June 30th

Anniversary Adam & Olga Martinez, 29th as of June 15, 1984

Anniversary David & Terry Estrada, 27th as of June 28, 1986

Anniversary Daniel and Hilda Villegas, 25th as of June 25

Anniversary JR & Becky Castilleja, 21st as of June 29th

Anniversary Brian & Marisol Alonzo, 18th as of June 13, 1995

Anniversary Adam & Trina Garcia, 5th as of June 14,2008

Anniversary Christopher & Krystel Martinez, 2nd as of June 25,2011

Anniversary Chris & Vicki Perez, 1st as of June 9, 2012

Anniversary Mary Lena and John Cruz, 1st as of June 23, 2012

FRESCOS Y DICHOS: Tina Fuentes poses with Frederico Vigil an artist who creates frescos, and whose work is being featured at the Museum of Texas Tech. The second part of the exhibition is about words and images, about the rich and relationship between a proverb, in Spanish a dicho, and its visualization. Vigil probes his rich Hispanic heritage from New Mexico and Spain, and provides for us concise, pithy, and perceptive verbal expressions that he recreates as visual images.

ART FOR A CAUSE: Alan Henry holds up one of the pieces sold by Romeo Reyna at the First Friday Art Trail held in the Depot District. Reyna works in several mediums and sold work that benefitted the Lubbock Meals on Wheels, whom provide meals to home bound seniors and their pets.

ATHLETES ON WHEELS: Students had a chance to go roller skating with Special Olympics and to win awards. The mission of Special Olympics Texas is to provide yearround sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.

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Anniversary Pete & Delilah Mendoza, 2nd anniversary June 6, 2011

Home/casa Neighborhood Meetings NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP will be held June 15th at the Rawlings Community Center. The event will begin at 8 a.m. Residents should bring their large items to the roll-off dumpsters located in the parking lot at Rawlings Community Center, 40th St. & Ave. B For more information call 767-2704.

ARNETT-BENSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Join your neighbors and help work for the betterment of the community. Hosted by the Neighborhood Association the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Trejo Center, 3200 Amherst.

HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 2221 Ave. W. GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meetings are scheduled the last Tues. of every month at 6 PM, at St. Joseph's Church 102 N. Ave. P. March meeting rescheduled for April 2, 2013.

TECH TERRACE UNIT NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Last Thursday of each month, at 6 p.m. at JT Hutch cafeteria.

JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING Meets monthly, the last Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Jackson school cafeteria.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT – August 6, Trejo & Rawlings will host games, refreshments and entertainment! An evening with friends and neighbors to celebrate against drugs, gang violence and crime. All ages are welcome. The events will take place at the Trejo Center at 6 p.m., and at the Rawlings center at 6 p.m. Participants are urged to bring lawn chairs. This is a FREE event.

2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services.

June is Home Safety Month

ave you ever heard H that most car accidents happen within a

few blocks of home?

As it turns out, many accidents happen before you even leave.

Injuries that happen at home account for 21 million medical visits and close to 20,000 deaths each year, according to the Home Safety Council’s 2004 State of Home Security in America. Older adults, who tend to spend more time at home, are at even greater risk. The good news is that by taking a few simple precau-

tions, many of these injuries can be prevented.

Don’t stop with physical safety; mental and emotional well-being are also part of feeling safe. Clear a cluttered area, create a space for yoga or stretching, learn about feng shui, put up a painting or photograph you love. Do one thing this month that will make you a little happier at home. Getting acquainted with your neighbors can also bring peace of mind. Knowing someone is looking out for you can greatly reduce stress and anxiety.

Junio es Mes de la seguridad en el hogar lguna vez ha escuchado que de estas lesiones. ¿A la mayor parte de los acci- No se detenga solamente en la sedentes automovilísticos suceden a guridad física; el bienestar mental y pocas cuadras del hogar? Tal como sucede, muchos accidentes ocurren incluso antes de salir del hogar. Las lesiones que ocurren en el hogar dan cuenta de 21 millones de personas y de cerca de 20 mil muertes cada año, según el 2004 State of Home Security in America del Home Safety Council.

Los adultos mayores, que tienden a pasar la mayor parte del tiempo en el hogar, están expuestos incluso a mayores riesgos. La buena nueva es que al tomar algunas precauciones sencillas, se pueden evitar muchas

emocional también forma parte del hecho de sentirse seguro. Despeje un área desordenada, disponga de un espacio para practicar yoga o estiramientos, aprenda sobre Feng Shui, o cuelgue una pintura o fotografía que le guste. Este mes haga algo en el hogar que lo ponga un poco más feliz. Familiarizarse con sus vecinos también puede brindarle tranquilidad. Saber que alguien se preocupa por usted puede reducir significativamente la tensión nerviosa y la ansiedad.

COMMUNITY GARDEN :The Guadalupe Neighborhood Association held a ground breaking at their new community garden. The goal of this Garden is to provide the residents of Guadalupe and surrounding neighborhoods a place that improves people’s quality of life by providing a catalyst for neighborhood and community development, stimulating social interaction, encouraging self-reliance, beautifying the neighborhood, producing nutritious food, conserving resources and creating opportunities for recreation, exercise, therapy and education for all residents.

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property results in damage to both turf and irrigation sprinkler systems

and can result in costly repairs. Citizens should hand carry items from the street or parking lot to the interior of a park. This is also true for local businesses that offer bounce houses, climbing walls, tents, and other large items for party rentals or other activities in our City parks, some which may require permits or other City approvals. In addition, citizens should not park on the grass surrounding soccer fields and softball, baseball and little league ball fields. City of Lubbock Police Officers are able to ticket anyone parking or driving on City park land.

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New PBS Series 'Latino Americans' Shines Light On Latino History In U.S.

atino history in the L United States has been obscure until now. A new

CELEBRACION DE EXITO: The Caprock Foundation celebrated their Scholarship and Recognition Banquet last month. The 2013 Scholarship recipients were Miguel Lopez, Estacado High School; Ashley Garza, Frenship High School; Caitlyn Vega, Idalou High School; Filiberto Jaquez, Lubbock-Cooper High School; Elizabeth Moreno, Lubbock High School; and Monica Koontz, Roosevelt High School. Congratulations to these students on their academic success.

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documentary series narrated by actor Benjamin Bratt will chronicle the history of Latinos in the United States, going back 500 years and leading up to where Latinos are today, the largest minority group in the country.

Producer Ray Telles, responsible for producing a portion of a new upcoming series on PBS called “Latino Americans“, spoke to VOXXI about the project, his contribution and the future of Latinos in America.

The Emmy award-winning producer has been behind PBS Frontline’s “Children of the Night” and “The Fight in the Fields”, a 90-minute documentary on Cesar Chavez, among other films.

Being Mexican-American himself, Telles couldn’t be more passionate about “Latino Americans”. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Telles maintains a connection to his Mexican

roots. In a way, this series shows the history of his family and allows for other families to relate and learn more about their own culture.

“Latino Americans” will serve as a form of education for both Latinos and non-Latinos.

“We want to get the word out there about who we are and get some recognition for our contributions,” Telles said. “It’s important that North Americans understand that the issues that are concerning us as Latinos concern all Americans and the issues that concern other Americans concern Latinos.”

“Our population is growing so large that it is a very considerable part of the American population. Whether people are documented or undocumented at this point isn’t the issue, because those 11 or 12 million undocumented people do pay taxes and use the social services and we all deserve a voice. We really all have to be incorporated into the American

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s May ended and June began we would start to think about what we would do for the summer. We were older and did not like the idea of going out to the fields and working in the limpia. I had started to look for a summer job, and had found a couple of options. One of my tios had a Gulf gas station right across from Brooks.

He said he would give me a chance to work for him. I learned how to pump gas, check the oil, check tire pressure, and wash windows. I started out at.50 cents an hour, and after a 10 hour day I made $5, this was good

because I was not out working in the fields under the hot sun - at least we had a canopy that shaded us. It was easy work for the summer and it was in walking distance from my house.

Gas prices fluctuated but ranged about.20 cents a gallon. If the other gas stations lowered their price, we would have to lower our price, creating what we called back then "gas wars". How many of you remember this?

Editor's Note: Pete Piña grew up in barrio Guadalupe and enjoys sharing his memories and the stories of barrio Guadalupe.

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Junio…el mes del comienzo del verano. Todos en la escuela estaban desesperados para que pronto se llegara el ultimo dia de mayo. Pero para los escuelantes mexicanos, no queriamos que se acabara la escuela porque era cuando teniamos que ponernos a trabajar. Lo bueno era que lla teniamos la edad en que podiamos sacar licensia de manejar solos. En aquellos dias, podiamos sacar licensia a la edad de 15 años y las lecciones eran gratis en la escuela. Ahora los padres tienen que pagar $200-$300. Nosotros queriamos ir a la “limpia” al rancho mas lejos para poder manejar mas y mas. En mi casa eramos cinco que trabajabamos durante el verano. A

veces saliamos de la “limpia” y en una hora mas era tiempo de ir a cambiar linias del riego. No hacia que tan cansadas estuvieramos, para manejar estabamos listas.

Otra cosa, cuando trabajabamos en la labor, no teniamos que hacer quiacer en la casa. Mi mamá nos hacia todos los gustos. Ha veces mi papá nos decia que labaramos los trastes despues de cenar, pero mi mamá le decia, “No, deja que descansen mis hijas. Están cansadas.” Pobre de mamá. Muy seguro que trabajaba mas duro ella en la casa, que nosotros en la labor.

Ya se acabaron esos dias; es muy raro mirar gente en la limpia en las

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discourse.”

Along with the narration being done by Bratt, there will also be some recognizable figures sharing their experiences such as Gloria Estefan and Rita Moreno. Estefan was pivotal in terms of Latino music and Moreno migrated from Puerto Rico and became the star of “West Side Story”, along with winning numerous awards. “We have people telling stories of that period that they were brought up in, and personal stories is something that engages people,” shared Telles.

The series airs in September and right now it is gearing up for an outreach campaign with Voto Latino.

The whole idea is to get young people engaged, to bring them together to make changes in the community.

“Voto Latino has this principal that American issues are Latino issues and vice versa. It focuses on Latino Youth. Ultimately the power is in the vote and they are trying to get youth to understand that whole concept,” Telles said.

Latino Lubbock Magazine is News By, For, And About Hispanics and those interested in News from a Latino Perspective

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U.S. Postal Service Launches Stamp for Tejano Music Trailblazer Lydia Mendoza n tribute Her impact on music guarantees her dolin, but it was the 12-string guitar Ilegends to the place in American music history, that would become her signature inre- and today her legacy continues on strument.

sponsible for making American music part of global popular culture, the U.S. Postal Service today proudly announces the launch of a new Music Icons stamp series with the issuance of a stamp honoring Lydia Mendoza, one of the first and greatest stars of Tejano music.

“The Postal Service is proud to introduce its new Music Icons stamp series with the issuance of this Forever Stamp honoring the first lady of Tejano music, Lydia Mendoza,” said Marie Therese Dominguez, vice president, Government Relations and Public Policy. “Mendoza was a true American pioneer, whose unique voice and style of singing, paved the way for a whole new generation of Latino performers.

30 million postage stamps.”

Best known for her solo performances, Mendoza, with her soulful voice accompanied only by the playing of her 12-string guitar, recorded more than a thousand songs in an enduring career that spanned seven decades. Through her music, she gave a voice not only to the poor and working-class people North and South of the border, but also to Latinos throughout the Western Hemisphere. Her enormous repertoire of canciones, boleros, corridos, danzas, and tangos included ballads about historic figures and songs about hard work, lost love, and the joys of everyday life.

Mendoza was born in May 1916 in Houston, Texas. She grew up in Monterrey, Mexico, and in towns along the border. She was born into a musical family; both her mother and maternal grandmother played the guitar. Mendoza began to emulate them when she was four years old, nailing rubber bands to a piece of wood to create her own instrument.

She learned to sing and play the guitar from her mother, her greatest musical influence. Mendoza also learned to play the violin and man-

In the early 1930s, the Mendozas moved to San Antonio and began performing in the city’s famous Plaza del Zacate. Lydia’s big break came when she won a singing contest on the radio, which led to her family signing a contract with Bluebird Records in 1934. By the time World War II broke out, Lydia had recorded more than 200 songs.

As her fame spread, she began to be recognized as an American folk icon and was invited to sing at new venues, such as folk festivals and college campuses. In 1977, Mendoza sang at Jimmy Carter’s inaugural celebration. Increasingly recognized as a national treasure, she was inducted into the Tejano Music Hall of Fame.

Lydia Mendoza died in San Antonio, TX, Dec. 20, 2007, at the age of 91. Her recordings continue to be collected and played on the radio.

Today, Mendoza is remembered as a musical pioneer who not only popularized Mexican-American music, but also carved out a career that was unique for a woman of her time, thereby breaking down barriers for the next generation.

WORK YOUR MIND, WORK YOUR BODY: Latino Lubbock Magazine with health program and service providers, as well as Hispanic student organizations - Sigma Lambda Beta, Gamma Alpha Omega, the Interested Ladies of Lambda Theta Alpha, and Lambda Delta Psi celebrated the annual El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), on April 30th, at the Optimist Boys & Girls Club. Children are encouraged to read and exercise over the summer to stay fit mentally and physically.

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Y*100 TEEN enjoy spending quality time with Teens just like YOU! Being an individual that everyone sees as an equal, Facing your deepest fears (fear has no power), Never being bullied into silence, and accepting no one’s definition of your life.This is also what the Y*100 Teen summer camp is all about.

Beginning on June 23rd, teens will stay oncampus at Lubbock Christian University (LCU) in the student dorms. Teens will participate in activities such as canoeing, boxing, and completing a ropes course, along with leadership development activities. Find out more about Y*100 teen camp at www.ywcalubbock.org or by calling 806.778.6122 SUMMER CAMP AT THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS Join the John Wilson Club at 3221 59th; the Optimist Club at 3301 Cornell; or the Ted Phea Club at 1801 E. 24th.

New membership forms are available at the Club of your choice or online at lubbockbgc. org. Full day memberships are available for children ages 6 yrs. through 13 yrs. The full day camp will start at 7:30am-6:00pm Monday through Friday. There will be a weekly swimming trip as well as a weekly field trip included. Members will need to sign a permission slip each week to attend field trip and swimming trip. Half day memberships are available for children ages 6-17 for 1:00pm6:00pm Monday through Friday for the entire summer. Half day campers will get one field trip at the end of summer and can bring $3.50 to swim one day a week.

Happy Father's Day/Feliz día de los Padres

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BRINGING THE PAST TO LIFE 4th – 5th grade on June 1st from 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at Silent Wings Museum in Lubbock 69th Annual D- Day Commemoration 4th -5th grade on June 6th from 8:00 am – 5:00pm [come and go with parents] at Silent Wings Museum Welcome to the Wonderful World of Girl Scouts Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on June 11th from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at the Girl Scout Office – 2567 74th Street

COMIC CREATIONS 6th -8th graders on June 18th – 20th [3 day event] from 10:00 am – 12:00 [noon] pm at Garden and Arts Center in Lubbock CTK CHEERLEADER MINI CAMP – Saturday, June 22, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.- Learn fun cheers, chants and dances for the CTK Trojan cheerleaders. Pre-registration REQUIRED

by June 3 to receive poms and t-shirt. Cost$35. For ages 4 (must be potty trained)-8th Grade. Bring sack lunch, bottled water and wear tennis shoes. Snacks provided. Questions and registration forms can be given to Valerie Lopez or Chelsea Bullock at CTK Cathedral School. 806-795-8283, vlopez@ ctkcathedralschool.org, or cbullock@ctkcathedralschool.org A WALK IN THE PARK Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on June 22nd from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Wagner’s Park in Lubbock A BUG’S LIFE 2nd – 3rd grade on June 25th – 27th [3 day event] from 10:00 am -12:00 [noon] pm at Garden and Arts Center in Lubbock ANNUAL JUNE BUTTERFLY RELEASE Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on June 29th from 5 p.m. -7 p.m. at Garden and Arts Center in Lubbock LADYBUGS! LADYBUGS! LADYBUGS! Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on July 11th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at Girl Scout Office – 2567 74th Street, 79423 Dancing with Buddy Holly 2nd – 3rd grade on July 13th from 4:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m. at Buddy Holly Center in Lubbock TREAT YOURSELF LIKE A PRINCESS Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on July 16th from 6:00 pm-7:00 p.m. at Girl Scout Office – 2567 74th Street

BRUSH UP ON PAINTING 2nd – 3rd grade on June 11th - 13th [3 day event] from 2013 ALL-STAR SPORTS CAMP 10:00 am-12:00 [noon] p.m. at Garden and Breakfast will be served each morning from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Each child will receive Arts Center in Lubbock a sack lunch as they leave camp on July 22 LUBBOCK YOUTH LEADERSHIP - 26th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Dunbar ACADEMY Free Leadership Camp fun, Middle School 2010 E 26th St. for any child food, friends, activities, and swimming on who will be in K-6th grade (in fall) Free event June 17 - 21, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 with football, baseball, soccer, basketball, p.m. for Youth 8-17 years old who live or go to track & field, cheerleading, praise dance, arts school in 79415 or Lubbock High. Pre-Regis- & crafts. Preregister at the following locations, ter Today and email parenthood1@sbcglobal. Patterson Library (1836 net or call or text Marty at 806-535-5437. Parkway Dr.) or Asbury Funded through Texas Department of Family United Methodist Church and Protective Services, National Center for (2005 Ave. T) More inforParenthood Enrichment, and 79415 Commu- mation: call or text 806368-8983 or visit www. nity Youth Development Program. living-abundantly.net 2013 CAMP HEALTHY KIDS Junior League of Lubbock, Inc. Fit, Fun and Fabu- DAISY GAME DAY lous! Free Summer Camp for Girls Promoting: Entering Kindergarteners – 1st grade on July Nutrition, Dance & Fitness, and Positive Body 25th from 6:00 pm-7:00 p.m. at Girl Scout OfImage. For upcoming 4th and 5th grade girls fice – 2567 74th Street on June 17th - 21st from 9:00 - noon at Junior League of Lubbock Headquarters 4205 LEARN HOW TO S.W.A.P. Entering 84th Street. For more information email: cam- Kindergarteners – 1st grade on July 30th from 6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at Scout Office – 2567 phealthykids@gmail.com 74th Street M.A.D. CAMP! The Buddy Holly Center presents the M.A.D. Summer Camp for chil- MOMMY AND ME HAVE LADYdren ages 9 to 12. The camp will be held June BUG TEA Entering Kindergarteners – 1st 17- June 21 and June 24 -June 28 9 a.m. to grade on August 14th from 3:00 p.m. -4:00 noon Monday — Thursday and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Girl Scout Office – 2567 74th Street p.m. on Friday. The cost is $50 and the camp will offer a music class SWIMMING LESSONS–Level I to all students, who will Guppies Water Exploration and Skill choose art or drama for Readiness, designed for youth swimmers their second workshop. with little or no water experience who will Registration deadline is learn basic techniques like floating and basic June 11 and payment in strokes. Clapp Pool, $40 on 4500 Avenue U full is required. For more Tuesday-Fridays on: 10 a.m. 6/4-6/14, 11 a.m. information, call 775- 6/4-6/14, 6 p.m. 6/4-6/14, 10 a.m. 6/18-6/28, 11 a.m. 6/18-6/28, 6 p.m. 6/18-6/28.

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AAUW Mother-Daughter (MD) Program Have A Very Good Year

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

he American Association of T University Women (AAUW) Mother-Daughter (MD) Program

held their 2012-2013 Celebration of Graduation Banquet on May 24, in the Jay Gordon Room of Lubbock ISD Central Office. MD gives mothers and their daughters concrete ways to accomplish their dreams and shows them how a college education can transform their lives.

This is the sixth year of the program since its inception in 2007.

The purpose is to improve relationships and make mothers aware on the possibilities of college for their daughters. This is key mission of the Lubbock Betty Anderson branch of the American Association of University Women’s Mother Daughter Program, which offers a leg-up to sixth-grade girls looking to be firstgeneration college graduates.

Through a series of activities the women are introduced to higher education, as well as the benefits that may come with it and the various means of reaching this educational goal. Pairs are also split up to attend different seminars or do different activities with peers.

For example, mothers may attend a workshop on finding and applying for financial aid, while their daugh-

ters may engage in team building exercises such as a construction project when visiting the College of Engineering at Texas Tech.

But in addition to information on higher education, the mothers and daughters also receive a relationship boost. A requirement of the program is that both mothers and daughters be available for the Saturday activities and trips to the university, which not only increases parental commitment to higher education but also builds bridges ensuring communication between the two.

Beyond building closeness, the mother-daughter pairs also prides itself on the main aspect of the program — exposure to a college campus.

The program plans Saturday visits to the campus to interact with various colleges and get a firsthand look into the study fields of the individual schools.

Mothers also meet with advisers on a beneficial range of topics including presentations on finances and getting out of debt, potential stumbling blocks for young girls and how to avoid them, and even opportunities should the mothers themselves like to begin to work on a college degree.

This year, 27 MD girls and their mothers were honored at the end of year banquet.

define your world define yourself.

One of the alumni mothers, Melody Zuniga, realized through attending the GeoSciences / Chemistry MD Saturday Program at TTU that she loved learning. As a result, she registered and started classes in the fall of 2012. She completed her first semester with a 3.7GPA. "It's hard and it won't be easy, but its worth trying," said Zuniga, urging them to consider higher education.

Then, 10 girls received perfect attendance medals; and a girl from each school with the highest GPA and perfect attendance received special recognitions. In addition, sponsors John and Sugar Russell, donated two E-readers; and Rick and Daisy Rangel donated a laptop computer.

This year's banquet theme was from the popular Dr. Seuss book, “Oh, the Places You Can Go.” Each middle school counselor presented a copy of the book to each graduate at their respective schools.

In addition, it was announced that 13 MD graduates will be attending the IDEAL “Science: It’s a Girl Thing” Camp this summer. Many AAUW members and Women in Science at TTU as well as the Lubbock ISD Foundation for Excellence, contributed for scholarships.

y 100 leaders in action

summer camp enrollment is happening now. teens stay for two weeks at the LCU campus dorms. activities include boxing, canoeing, ropes course, zumba and more. camp dates: june 23, 2013-july 7, 2013 scholarships are available enrollment deadline: june 14, 2013 to find out more about this leadership camp for teens contact: Je’ Monica Glover @ 806.632.1473 or Kris Altman @ 806. 778.6122

get Je’ Monica Glover’s virtual business card on your smart phone. get the scanner ap at ht tp://get tag.mobi find us online at www.ywcalubbock.org or www.facebook.com/ywcaoflubbock

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión

Running 2 Rescue

Church Bulletins

Ministry Fighting for Victims of Human Trafficking or the second F year, Prize Women’s Min-

istry is taking a stand against human trafficking by hosting their 2nd annual Running to Rescue race on Saturday, June 8 on the Texas WANTED BY GOD: Ministerios Nueva Vida held a Rodeo Round-up Community OutTech Campus. reach event. They offered free food, horse rides, horse stick races for kids, a goat petting The main focus for hosting Running area, games, and roping demonstrations to the community, sharing the Word of God, and to Rescue is to increase awareness prayer. on what human trafficking is and to raise funds to help the rescue efforts for The A21 Campaign. Running to Rescue race will provide Lubbock and the surrounding areas an opportunity to reach into the dark and horrific world of human trafficking to make a life-changing impact for “its” victims. Proceeds will directly benefit A21.

With more than 27 million people trapped in modern day slavery worldwide and with human trafficking having been reported in all 50

SWEET BENEFITS OF PRAYER: Mrs. López’s kindergarten class at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, prayed using a “Cupcake Rosary”, created to celebrate the Month of Mary. Children from Pre K, Kinder, and 1st grade led all students in praying a decade of the rosary on May 18, 2013. Pictured with the children are Fr. Brian Wood and Mrs. Irma Molinar.

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Priests’ Appreciation Day June 2nd

he Catholic Daughters of The T Americas (CDA), would like to encourage all parishioners to affirm

St. Joseph’s Church

29th Annual Jamaica June 23, 2013

Festival 11 a.m. till 8 p.m., Entertainment begins at 12 p.m.

Guadalupe Park & Church Gym at 102 N. Ave. P

Entertainment Featuring live music and more!

With Los Hermanos Farias

Food

Gorditas • Tripas • Tacos • Armentas Famous Fajitas • Chili Cheese Fries • Chicken Fajitas • Knights of Columbus Famous Hamburgers • Turkey Legs and much more!

Games

Different games, chances to win prizes, cake walk, jolly jumper and other games.

Volleyball Tournament

5th Annual St. Joseph’s Jamaica volleyball tournament - June 22nd & 23rd.

Register your team by calling Peter Sanchez at (806) 535-1249

2013 CORPORATE SPONSORS

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Grand Prize 2013 F-150 Pick-Up!

2nd Prize $500 Gift Card (GC) • 3rd 42" Television • 4th $300 GC • 5th $200 GC • 6th $100 GC A $5 donation will get you a chance to win this truck! Winner will be able to drive it home!

Also Gift Card prizes will be drawn hourly starting at 1 pm! Need to be present to win.

ie.” Send a word of thanks and appreciation, encouragement.

Provide gift certificates to a carwash. Or, to a bookstore.

Have your children write him a story…little ones can draw a picture.

The Catholic Daughters will have a table available on June 1, 2 in the gathering space to accept your gifts of encouragement.

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas.

CDA donates to charities, administer scholarship programs and strive “to be helping hands where there is pain, poverty, sorrow or sickness.”

The CDA motto is “Unity and Charity.”

For additional information please contact Patty Marrufo at (806)4416785.

Star Jasmine Landscape Shallowater Truck Stop Victor & Aurora Hernandez Riley's Barber Shop Tastee Burgers Alterations Unlimited Affordable Trailers Abercrombie Lumber Joel's Mexican Restaurant Knights of Columbus 8097 Vogue Beauty Academy

NIGHT TO REMEMBER: Catholic Charities will hold the 22nd Annual "Night To Remember", Sunday, June 9, 2013, at the Catholic Renewal Center, 4th and Toledo. Social hour at 6:30 p.m., featuring a delicious variety of food and beverage, silent and live auctions, and a drawing (for $2,000) in which 4 winners will be awarded. Tickets are $125 and admit two persons; each ticket holder is entered into the drawing. This event is Catholic Charities annual fundraiser for needed programs and services. For tickets or questions, please call Beth at 806-7782628 MASS IN SPANISH now at St. Elizabeth University Parish each Sunday at 2 pm.

Saint Elizabeth is a Catholic Church, located at 2316 Broadway St. in Lubbock. For more info call (806) 762-5225 MISA EN ESPAÑOL ahora en la Universidad de St. Elizabeth Parish cada domingo a las 2 pm. St. Elizabeth es una Iglesia Católica, en la calle 2316 Broadway St. en Lubbock. Para más información llame al (806) 762-5225 MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE MINISTRIES Friday nights from 6 to 8 pm, at the Asbury House of Prayer, 2005 Avenue T, in the Brown Room. For more info, contact Irene McGaha at 806-544-7310.

JAMAICAS 2013: Live music, lots of food and games and and more!

June 2- Saint Patrick Lubbock, noon-7 p.m.

June 9 – Saint Theresa, Lubbock, 11-6 June 9 – Saint Philip, Idalou June 23—Lubbock Saint Joseph, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

June 30 – Tahoka Saint Jude – Noon-10 p.m.

June 30 – Wolfforth Saint Francis, 12-7 p.m.

ACTS RETREATS: July 11-14, Director- Dolores Buscemi, Co-directors Myriam Gonzalez and Nancy Demel. Teen ACTS: July 25-28. Teen director(s): Kaitlyn Martinez, Colton Duncan. Men's ACTS - August 15-18, Director-Simon Rodríguez. Co-director-Anthony Rodriguez. For information about A.C.T.S., to register for retreats, visit www.actscommunityoflubbock.org/.

COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by the diocesan Marriage and Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic.

To schedule an appointment call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-742-3074. Counselors can meet at Saint John Neumann Church.

HAVE YOU LOST YOUR SPOUSE? A support group for people who have lost their spouse is now meeting Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Marriage & Family Life Office, in the Catholic Renewal Center, 4620 4th Street, Lubbock. For more information, call Richard or Elaine 792-3943 or email familylife@catholiclubbock.org.

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our hope that individuals will not only donate and run for the cause, but that they will also become well informed advocates who will continue being a part of the solution by educating those around them. A good defense against crime is knowledge and when awareness is raised, it could mean that fewer people will become targets.

To register online visit trinitytoday. com/runtorescue.

For further details regarding Running to Rescue, Prize Women’s Ministry, The A21 Campaign or to volunteer, visit www.trinitytoday. com/runtorescue.

Catholic Daughters lead

their priests June 1 and 2. Suggestion: Gift Certificates to their favorite restaurant. Invite him to your home for dinner. Bake his favorite “good-

email: latinolubbock@suddenlink.net, or online at www.latinolubbock.net

FREE MOVIE NIGHT - For Greater Glory, a 2012 epic historical war drama states of the U.S., Prize Ministry is based on the true story of utterly shocked by the frightening the Cristero War in Mexico. truth of these facts, realizing that Sponsored by Knights of every number represented in these Columbus, Council #3008 on Friday, June 7, statistics signifies a human life. at Christ the King Cathedral, Family Activity “I’m ready to fight for what is Center, 4011 54th at 7 p.m. Remarks by the right,” said Director of Prize Wom- Most Rev. Plácido Rodríguez. Concession en’s Ministry, Gloria Toti. stand available. Note to parents: the film According to the United Nations, is rated R for war violence, which includes every 30 seconds someone becomes women, men, and children. Not for young a victim to human trafficking. It is children.

June Prayer

A PRAYER FOR TODAY Father in Heaven, thank You for loving me. Thank you for empowering me and changing me to be more like You. Have Your way in my heart so that Your love will shine through me.

In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Latino Lubbock Magazine's is a Christian Owned Business - Christy Martinez-Garcia

DOMINICAN EVENING PRAYER: All are invited to Liturgy of the Hours Evening Prayer with the Dominican Friars, Monday through Friday at 5 p.m. in the historic Saint Elizabeth Church, 2301 Main, Lubbock, prior to 5:30 Mass.

SPANISH BIBLE STUDIES on going every Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. (all welcomed). at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 1120 52nd St.

Memoriam/memorial Juan Jose Alafa 45, of Lubbock passed away on May 12, 2013. He was born September 28, 1967 in Lubbock. John graduated from Lubbock High and attended Texas Tech. He also received his Executive Chef degree from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts School in Austin, TX. He worked for the Upper Crust catering in Tulsa, OK, and for Big E's Barbeque in Lubbock. John is survived by his father, Jose Alafa, and his mother and step-father, Victoria and Frank Villarreal; his daughter, Cristian Raine Scott; sisters, Linda Rogers and C.C. Ray; brothers, Roy Alafa and Ramiro Alafa,; step-brothers, Orlando Villarreal from Saginaw and Art Villarreal; and step-sister, Sona Styles. John also leaves behind his aunts and uncles, his beloved nieces and nephews, and not to forget his many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jose Alafa, Jr. and Tibursia Alafa; maternal grandparents, Nicolas and Beatrice Argullin; and his beloved brother, Hector Birdie Villarreal, who passed in 2005.

Johnny Castillo, 62, passed away on May 10, 2013. Johnny was born September 19, 1950 in Lubbock, Texas to Augustine Ramirez and Juanita Castillo. He served in the US Army and Army Reserves.

Johnny was employed by Albertson s for 28 years and United Market Street for two years. He was an active supporter and coach with the Golden Gloves for the past 25 years. He was preceded in death by brothers, Augustine Castillo, Jr., Roy Castillo, and Jesse Castillo. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Blanca R. Castillo; son, Gilbert Castillo and wife, Lisa; brothers, Paul Castillo and wife, Sue, Henry Castillo and wife, Linda, Joe Castillo and wife, Martha, Ricky Castillo and wife, Virgie, and Bobby Castillo and wife, Dolores; sisters, Rosie Deholloz, Mary Helen Jack, Mamie Martinez and husband, Bill, Billie Lopez and husband, Fino, Emma Pruitt, and Corina March and husband, Hal; and grandchildren, Lenda Ann Castillo, Hillary Castillo, and Kameron Castillo.

Pedro Pete Ramirez, 76, of Shallowater, passed away on April 21, 2013. He was born on October 31, 1936, in Lubbock to the late Margarito and Rosa Ramirez.He married Martha Mendoza on July 4, 1958, in Wisconsin.

He moved to Shallowater in January of 2013. He was preceded in death by two sons, Benny Jose Villarreal, Jesus Daniel Villarreal, a brother, George Ramirez, and a sister, Diamantina Vollan.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Refugio Ramirez; three daughters, Beatrice Arriola, Sylvia Reyes, and Christina Ramirez, eight brothers, Samuel, David, Joe, Refugio, Margarito, Raul, Rudy, and Ray; six sisters, Elizabeth Deleon, Naomi Sotello, Minerva Galindo, Dora Gonzales, Diana Ramirez and Gloria Urias; and 15 grandchildren and 35 great-grandchildren.

Liandro R. Garcia, 47, of Lubbock passed away on April 29, 2013.

Liandro was born November 6, 1965 in Olton, Texas, to Manuel and Consuelo Garcia. Married to Alicia Garcia, Liandro was a FedEx Employee for twenty-three years, was a Transport officer for Dalby Correctional Facility in Post, TX, and was employed at Llano as a CDL Driver. He was a member of Trinity Church for 23 years. Loved ones include his wife, Alicia; five children, Michelle, Annette Ruiz and husband Micheal Ruiz, Ricky Garcia Hernandez and wife Franchesca Hernandez, Nicky Garcia Hernandez, Angel Liandro Garcia and Daniel William Garcia and wife LaTicia Garcia; son in-law James Gardner; sixteen grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter; his mother, Consuelo Garcia; brothers, Seferino Galvan and Martin Garcia; sisters, Maria Garcia, Hopie Ramirez, Sylvia Manzanarez, Naomie Balderas and Antonia DeLuna. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Garcia, brother, Juan Galvan; and sister, Alma Rodriguez. Liandro touched many lives.

G u a d a l u p e McHaney, 94, passed away on April 18, 2013.

Guadalupe was born May 10, 1918 in Karnes City to Lucio and Maria Rosales. She married the late Alejandro McHaney on Sept. 1, 1940 in Karnes City and Anita S. Guzman 79 moved to Lubbock in 1945. She is survived of Dumas passed away by two sons, Lupe and Noemi McHaney, on May 4, 2013. She was and Richardo and Viola McHaney; four born May 12, 1933 to her daughters, Ada Price, Betty Vasquez, late parents Guadalupe Margarita and Natividad Martinez, Tammy and Pascuala Sierra.

McHaney; two brothers, Santos Rosales, Mrs. Guzman married Lucio Rosales; two sisters, Augustina Pedro Guzman on Oct. Rosales, Isidra Saenz; 33 grandchildren; 23, 1954 in Littlefield.

88 great-grandchildren; 98 great-great Mr. Guzman has been grandchildren; and three great-great-great waiting for her heavenly return since his grandchildren. She was preceded in death passing on Dec. 23, 1990. Mrs. Guzman by her husband, Alejandro McHaney Sr.; attended St. Peter and Paul Church in two sons, Alejandro McHaney Jr., SeveDumas. She enjoyed crafting and Bingo. ro McHaney; one grandson, Joe John She was a loving mother, grandmother McHaney; and one granddaughter and great grandmother. Survivors include her children, John E. Guzman (Ofelia) of Malachi EmmanuLockney, Rosa Sauceda (Pete) of Lubbock, el Padilla, 7 months, Eloisa Lopez (Rito) of Dumas, and Sylvia of Lubbock passed Mendoza (Pat) of Vernon; sisters, Ofelia away on April 30, 2013.

He was born October De Leon of Oklahoma and Nina Guzman of 1, 2012, in Lubbock to Dallas; and brothers, Lalo Sierra, Juan SiSteven and Ferin (Harkerra both of Littlefield, and Alfredo Sierra of ness) Padilla. Malachi El Paso. She also leaves behind ten grandwas a fighter, having had children and 27 great-grandchildren. two open heart surgeries and spent much of his life in the hospital. Those left to cherRojelio Uvalles young ish his memory are his parents, Steven and Martinez, 82, of Lub- Ferin; maternal grandparents, Steve and bock passed away on Cindy Harkness; paternal grandmother, EleApril 27, 2013 at his na Rodriguez; paternal grandfather, Steve residence. He was and Elvin Padilla; and one brother, Ethaniel born on Oct. 7, 1930 in Jon Padilla, all of Lubbock.

Bracketville, Texas to the late Francisco and Elena Martinez. He Israel Vasquez, 27, married Elizabeth Can- of Lubbock passed away della in Lubbock. He was a machine operator and a Catholic. He on April 28, 2013. He moved to Lubbock in 1958 from Brackett- was born on December ville. Survivors include two daughters, Dora 27, 1985, in Lubbock.

Arismendez of Uvalde and Irene Martinez Survivors include his of Lubbock; three grandchildren; five great- children, Kalie, Candice, grandchildren; and a host of nieces and Xuri, Isaiah and Miles; nephews. mother, Rosemary Perez; brother, Michael Anita Perez; sisters, Victoria Vasquez, Mona Vasquez (Rito Montes). Pallbearers include: Michael Perez, Santos Moncada, Lorenzo Hernandez, Rey Rodriguez, Rito Even though I walk through the valley of Ramirez, Jonathan Luna, Randy Perez, the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ and Adrian Martinez.

Psalm 23:4

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Raul T. Ortiz, 72, of Jose Valdez MelLubbock passed away goza, 77, of Lubbock on April 28, 2013. He passed away on May 5, was born July 21, 1940 in 2013. Jose was born on Lockhart, Texas. Those July 20, 1935 in Carrizo left to cherish his memoSprings, Texas to the ries are his companion of late Cristobal and Maria 23 years, Ester Trevi o; (Valdez) Melgoza. He stepdaughters, Marisela was preceded in death Trevi o and Nelda Trevi by a brother. Those left o; step-granddaughter, to cherish his memories Kimberly Trevi o; sister, Santos Lara; and include 11 children, Ramon Melgoza, Gloria Faz and husband Samie, Manuel Melgoza brother, Lupe Ortiz. and wife Hortencia, Joe Melgoza, Jr., Elisia Britton and husband Everett, Enrique Melgoza, Cellia Garcia, Rosie Cardenas and husband Guadalupe, Michael Melgoza, DiTo everything there is a season, ana Melgoza, and Albert Alvarez; 27 granda time to every purpose under children; and 44 great-grandchildren. the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Tiofilo Lopez, Jr., 48, of Lubbock passed away on May 14, 2013.

He is survived by his children, Kristie Lopez and Jacob Lopez; his sisters, Gloria Aguero, Janie Rodriguez, Anita Luera, Esmeralda Ramirez, Maria Garcia, Olga Salazar, and Yolanda Benitez; and a brother, David Lopez.

Jessie Lee Peralez, 48, of Lubbock passed away on May 7, 2013.

She was born on October 11, 1964, in Lubbock. She moved to California where she graduated from Basset High School. She moved back to Lubbock in 2000 from California. She is survived by her mother, Concepcion Rodriguez of Lubbock; her father, Jose Peralez Sr.; stepmother, Christina Mata of Lubbock; a brother, Jose Peralez Jr. of Lubbock; three sisters, Brenda Perez and Nancy Peralez, both of Lubbock, and Melissa Peralez of California. She was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Peralez, in 1963.

Alejandro Alex Perez, 15, of Lubbock passed away on May 9, 2013. He was born on February 8, 1998 in Lubbock to Gabriel Perez and Felicita Guerra. He had attended Cavazos Junior High School where he had played football and was on the wrestling team.

He had transferred to O.L. Slaton a few weeks ago. Survivors include his father, Gabriel Lopez of Lubbock; his mother and stepfather, Felicita and Domingo Lopez of Lubbock; a brother, Jacob Sanchez of Lubbock; four sisters, Garbiella Perez, Delphina Sanchez, Mary Jane Lopez and Adelina Lopez all of Lubbock; his paternal grandmother, Patricia Perez of Lubbock; his maternal grandparents, Daniel and Delphina Losoya of Lubbock; and his maternal great-grandparents, Felicita Romero and Guadalupe Ortega of Lubbock.

Tony Joe Romo Sr., 78, of Lubbock passed away on May 5, 2013.

He was born on March 19, 1935, in Alpine Texas to the late Guatavo and Elicia Romo. He married Margie Loera on July 29, 1954, in Clovis, N.M. He had owned and operated Tony Romo Upholstery before retiring. He moved to Lubbock from Alpine at the age of 17. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nelda Lisa Romo, in 2010, a grandson, Leonard Torres, in 2012, and a daughter in-law, Sylvia Romo, in 2012.

Survivors include his wife, Margie Romo, of Lubbock; two sons, Tony Romo Jr. and Gus Romo, both of Lubbock; four daughters, Jayne Medrano, Norma Kirby, and Ellie Licon, all of Lubbock, Nora Allred of Archdale, N.C.; and 19 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren.

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Memorial RICHARD LOPEZ

APRIL 14, 1934 TO JUNE 8, 2008 When you died our whole World came crashing down on us We see you in our dreams,everywhere we look are the memories of you It's been three long years, but it still feels like yesterday When we lost you forever We know now that God needed you more than we did.

And one day when He is ready, we will join you in Heaven. Till then we remember you.

We Love You! Your wife Rachel & Family

Ruben O. Ramirez , May 8 1956 - June 6, 2009 Four years feel like a blink of an eye to some. But an eternity to those left behind. We continue to hold all your memories close to our hearts.

And children

Love, Your wife, Sylvia

Ninfa E. Suarez , July 29, 1933 - June 2, 2010 Mom your memory will forever remain in our hearts, minds and soul.

Love, Henry, Sylvia, Mike, Celia, Maria, Julia, and David and their extended families.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí LEARN Banquet

Trinidad Palos, Alezea Palos, and Angelica Camacho attended the banquet where some of the students were recognized for their achievements.

Before the banquet began, Garcia family members smiled for the camera.

The banquet theme of “Leaders of the Future,” encouraged students to continue with their education.

Domingo Villarreal, Melissa Villarreal, and Gabriella Villarreal were all smiles as they joined their students at the recognition banquet.

Hispanic Law Student Association (HLSA)Banquet

M any supporters of the Hispanic law students were present at the banquet.

Members had the opportunity to meet attorneys around Lubbock.

HLSA alumni and current members participated in the annual banquet.

Taking a moment to smile for the camera before the banquet.

Lubbock High School Grupos de Oro Recital

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Many friends, family members, and supporters came to watch the students perform. (Photos by Nick Muniz)

The ballet folklorico group at Lubbock High School danced the night away at the recital.

Students posed for the camera with their teacher, Maria Lara.

Some of the gentlemen of the group gathered for a photo after the performance.

Family members and friends supported their Jr ROTC members.

Joann Martinez poses with her graduate and ROTC Commanding Officer, Ryan Martinez.

LHS JR ROTC Military Ball

Lubbock High ROTC members, brought their supporters to the ball.

Smiling for the camera before the ball festivities began.

Visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net to view all of the photos from each event!

Latino Lubbock Magazine's mission: "Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; and, the community a tool for better understanding and for dialogue."

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Cinco de Mayo Parade in Lubbock 2013

Ballet Folklorico dancers showed off their colorful costumes to the attendees.

Nicholas Muniz, Frank Garcia, John Swartz, and Victoria Swartz prepare to hand out candy for Latino Lubbock Magazine for the parade.

Taking a moment from decorating their float to pose for the camera.

The horses and their riders smiled for the camera before they stride off in the parade.

Senior Prom

Nancy and Fred enjoy the company of their friends at the dance.

The Senior Prom continues to encourage many regulars as they enjoy the festivities.

Joe and Yolanda Salas put on their dancing shoes to dance the night away.

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Photos & Memories - AquĂ­ y Alla

Mr. and Mrs. Gomez smile for the camera before they go to the dance floor.

Tango Opera at Texas Tech

Many gathered to enjoy the tango opera by Astor Piazzola.

Dr. Athos Colon, Esteban Rodriguez, and Marie Colon took a moment to smile for the camera.

All smiles as friends greeted each other before the opera.

Maria de Buenos Aires was the opera that was presented by the TTU Tango Camarata.

Society of Hispanic Engineers Banquet

Members of the organization were all smiles for a group photo as they celebrated the end of the semester.

The Society of Hispanic Engineers introduced their upcoming officers.

Frank Garcia took a moment to congratulate Joe Almaraz and Adam Diaz graduates in the organization.

After the banquet, many of the members congratulated each other on the many internships they received.

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ­ Dia de los NiĂąos Sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine

Amaris Garcia sat with some of the members and listened to one of the young ladies perform.

Members from the club participated in the jumping jacks and wheel barrows that students from Texas Tech demonstrated.

Members were encouraged to keep healthy minds and healthy bodies.

Latino Lubbock Magazine provided books for the children after they participated in all of the physical activities.

Families sported their colorful hats on the hot day.

Pastor Lopez and Angela Lopez were all smiles as they watched families and friends having a good time.

Kids stopped for a quick picture before they went back to the fun at the rodeo.

Members of Team Ulyssa joined her to raise awareness about Autism

Mallies Little Soldiers smiled for the camera as they posed for the camera.

Many families and friends created teams to support their loved ones.

Signs were held in support of loved ones who have lupus and to support the cause of bringing awareness to lupus.

Many gathered as they were ready to participate in the launch to bring awareness.

Nueva Vida Rodeo

Many families came out to enjoy the festivities.

Autism Walk

PHOTOS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Team Tigers gathered for a group photo.

Lupus Balloon Release

Gloria Cruz helped bring awareness with her family.

Yolanda Garcia, Mayor Robertson, and Olga Guitran pose for the camera.

Visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net to view all of the photos from each event!

Latino Lubbock Magazine's mission: "Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; and, the community a tool for better understanding and for dialogue."

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Relay for Life 2013

Ellianna Acosta, Crystal Acosta, and Samuel Acosta relay for Tommi Potter.

Many family and friends walked in honor of their loved ones.

Relaying and walking to bring awareness to the cause.

Monica Mojica poses with members of Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority.

Superhero Day in Lubbock

Sarina Moreno, Antonio Moreno, and Raeton Moreno show off their temporary tattoos.

Colt Avalos, Lupe Avalos, and RJ Avalos smile for the camera.

Richard, Noah, Sean, and Trace Cervantez celebrated the day as Sean dressed up as Batman.

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Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla

Kane De la Cerda and Hector Arroyos enjoyed seeing all of the dressed up super heroes.

Hispanic Convocation 2013

The annual spring Hispanic Graduation Convocation recognized Hispanic graduates.

Graduates were presented with a cultural stole at the event.

Students invited friends and family members to celebrate the special occasion with them.

Many of the graduates were first generation students.

Aquí y Alla - Alla y Aquí

Families and friends gathered for the Ysasaga Benefit for Mark Ysasaga.

Little League players laughed as they joked with each other between games.

Showing of their support for their team as they gathered for a photo.

Students from Lorenzo High School held their Guns Up after they toured the offices of Latino Lubbock Magazine and had lunch at Tech.

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Sports/deportes

Texas Sports Report With Mando Reyna

nd then there A were two. San Antonio is in a posi-

FLYING HIGH: Erin Lott Lopez, junior at Lubbock High competed in state in the Long Jump. He placed 5th statewide. He is the son of Carmen Lopez and has excelled in school as well as in football, #5. He takes pride in his school work making the honor roll. He attributes his success to great support, including his track coach - Mr. Rosales.

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tion to win yet another NBA championship with what is arguably their most underrated team they have had since all of their prior visits. Despite their age, just seeing the presence of Tim Duncan Tony Parker and Manute Ginobili gives one confidence they will prevail. However the emergence of Danny Green and the steady diet of the unknown big guys in the middle battling solidly and consistently, is the main reason they are at this point. Give a lot of credit to Greg Popovich head coach, for sticking to his philosophy of basketball after all of this time, despite it not being recognized even after all his successes with San Antonio. The disciplined consistent plays he runs seem to be almost bland in their own way, but you cannot argue with the results. Whomever they meet, which of as deadline time has not been determined, their quiet non-assuming bland demeanor will be the deciding factor in this series. The big guys in the middle will have to be the ones to elevate their play if they’re re to win the

title. Duncan is clutch but he will be defended vigorously anytime he gets near the basket so if no one else makes up for it, more pressure will be on Parker, Green and their perimeter game. When it’s all said and done, expect their calm cool approach to carry them through their toughest moments. Just like Popovich, his Air Force education shining through. Game one starts the first week this month, but expect this championship series to go at least six games.

After that we can focus on the summer games already in progress. Although the Rangers have shown some mortality late last month they still remain the team to beat in the American league. Colby Lewis should make an appearance this month coming off the disabled list, but the organization has brought up some young arms from their farm system in Round Rock to give all their other arms a spell. Keep your eyes on Tanner Scheppers, Michael Kirkman, Justin Grimm and Robbie Ross as they become the guys that the team depends on not only for the future but also especially for this season. They face both the Red Sox and the Yankees on the road the first and last weeks this month, so we will know which way the pendulum will swing as far as top dog in AL is concerned. They

Ride of Silence honors cyclists killed on roadways

If you were out and about in Lubbock on Wednesday evening, you might have noticed more than 100 bicyclists out on the roads.

It was all part of the West Texas Cycling Association's event called the "Ride of Silence."

The ten-mile ride honors area cyclists who have been killed or injured in traffic accidents during the past year.

Jill Booker is the president of the West Texas Cycling Association.

She says the event also reminds drivers to slow down and watch for cyclists.

"Be aware that we're out there. We don't mean to impede traffic, we're just out there trying to get some fitness and have some fun," she said.

The cyclists rode from 19th and Indiana to 82nd Street and back

meet the Toronto Blue Jays both home and away in a total six game contest that could pad their lead in the division if they can take care of business. They also meet the pesky A’s on the week of the 17th thru the 20th, but they seem to have shown some weaknesses against the national league teams. Their run support has not matched their NL opponents so far with their key batters not coming through when needed. Lets see if they can break that trend against the Cincinnati Reds on the last weekend series to finish out with what will be a crucial summer month. Hopefully Ian Kinsler’s return from his bruised ribs will make a positive difference one way or the other. Congratulations to both Frenship and Coronado softball teams for their impressive trek into this year’s playoffs and best wishes for next season.

Seems they will both have a solid returning base and hopefully they can use what they learned this year to be ready for the next season. The heats cranking up in all Texas sports enjoy your Fathers Day! Editor's Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aficionado and fan. Monthly he contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports. Email latinolubbock@suddenlink.net

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If you have any information please call Anna at 300-1534 or Jessica at 559-8600.

The Caprock Foundation 8th Annual Scholarship Golf Event Saturday, July 13, 2013 7 am Check-In, 8 am Start Time

Monday, July 1, 2013 At the Rawls Course, 37204th

$50 Entry Fee Includes

(2nd flight at 1:30 pm. if required)

Women's Golf Event

(Please wear pink or red top/attire for group photo) At Stonegate Golf Course, 111th St. & Indiana Ave. • Golf Clinic • 9 Holes of Golf/Green Fee/Cart and Lunch • Short programs on Heart Disease & Breast Cancer Awareness • Great Prizes

To register please call Christy Martinez-Garcia or Amaris Garcia at

(806)792-1212

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Four-Man Scramble, Shotgun Start

Tee-off at 8:30 am

Gift bags, Lunch, and more!

All proceeds benefit college scholarships.

To register, call (806) 791-0077.

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Communities in Schools of the South Plains presents

5th ANNUAL CIS-SP MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT Saturday, June 8th at Buffalo Springs Lake For additional information call (806) 368-8090