Hispanic Heritage Month with Latino Lubbock Magazine - Vol. 14, Issue 9, September 2020 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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This month's cover reflects uniqueness and unity of each Latin country that reflect the roots of our Latino community. As we embark on Hispanic Heritage Month, it is great to see our colorful culture and our strength united. We are a community of 57 million strong. Collectively, we are stronger - especially during elections and when facing issues. That's why every voice matters, and every vote matters. We must band together to achieve our dreams and our future. With that, let the celebration begin September 15th to October 15th! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! ¡Feliz mes de la Herencia Hispana!

Dicho

Meaning: We each make a kite of life and fly it as we will. Each person lives his life as he likes. This Mexican saying is meant to be said following a sigh and with hands held up high in a gesture of helplessness when somebody fails to listen to our advice.

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday!

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Jose Mora Bradon Soto Margaret Vidales Mary Cardenas Fabian Contreras Norma Cavazos Tagle Allen Awall Wallace Mary Palacio Ernest Macias, Jr. Patty Hartin Teresa Pena Juanita Benita Herrera Rosa Cox Lucinda Olivarez Patty Hartin Ethan Elizondo Abby Garcia Mario Olivarez Felipe Ramirez Raul Martinez Angelica Madrid Tijerina Jennifer Pauda Heather Garcia Avian Marae Sulaica Zephaniah Deleon Minerva Hernandez Avian Sulaica Santana Montemayor Sinforoso Guevara Sánchez Melynda Roxanne Trevino Mary Quirino Jasmine Hernandez Joe Armenta Jacob Guzman Demetrio V. Pena Sonia Hernandez Nicolasa Martinez Adam Guzman Elijah Guzman Breana Danielle Flores Rosa Hinojosa David Rivera, Jr. Cierra Galindo Eva Santiago Isaiah Saldivar Anthony Mejorado Raul Quevedo Sr. Armandina V. Guzman Leonel Camacho Freddy Martinez Sandra Saiz Isabell Gonzales Gloria Torrez Sidney Tan

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Editor’s Note: The terms “Latino” and “Hispanic” are used interchangeably by the U.S. Census Bureau and by Latino Lubbock throughout this publication to identify persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central and South American, Dominican, and Spanish descent; they may be of any race.

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“It is important for all of us to appreciate where we come from and how that history has really shaped us in ways that we might not understand.,” ~ Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court

Frank Garcia

Blessings on your birthday! September 24th! We love you!

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Bernice Lucero Zepherias Santiago Jonathan Ray Sedillo Laura Bojorquez Malaki Rey Jimenez Jazlyn Rivera Caballero Ricardo Santiago Jr. Jerris Ridge Jose Salinas III Andrew M. Soto Jr. Butch Wade Stevie Ortiz Juanita Reyna Raquel Quevedo Sapphire Salas Mark Garcia Ava Garcia Soila Olivarez Sara Armenta Louisa Pena Teresa D Martinez Sam Montez Rita Moralez Rejino Madrid Sr Israel Beltran Meme Pauda Estevan Salinas Juanita Sanchez Loretta DeLeon Henry Ramirez Delores DeLeon Juan Prado Sr. Susie Ann Valerio Leandra Sarah Armenta Natalia Enes Salinas Roman Rivera Sandy Reyna Josie Salinas Elizabeth Bengoa Idalis Garcia Jasiah Garcia Wendi Solis Sylvia Leos Norma Ramos Jessie Salinas, Jr. Estevan Salinas Jr Christina Alaquinez Alonzo Mendoza, Jr. Riley Siders Rosa Trevino Denise Saenz Boni Vasquez Monica Montelongo Aryana Torres Frank Garcia Pema Anaya Andy Garcia Jericho Julian Peña Darrian Leigh Deanda Jessica Caballero Kathy Aguirre Ernest Hernandez Lori V. Torres Kyra Garcia Kristal Santiao Nirel Bustillos Anthony Albus Anabella Castillo Sabrina Salinas Karol Albus Ryan Ramirez Lydia Guerra Mary Ester Valdarez Rebecca De Los Santos Sonia Garcia Dorothy Mercado

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Word from the Publisher Political Opportunity/Business Health/Salud Education/Youth Hispanic Heritage Month Faith & Religion Fotos y requerdos Memorials

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n 1988, Congress authorized September 15 through October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, America celebrates the culture and traditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

As the Publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine (LLM), it is my personal mission to deliver to my readers a publication that is objective and informative with a level of passion and soul equal to the Latino spirit. Yet, witnessing that Hispanics were targeted, as well as the ever-increasing hate crimes against Mexicans, and by extension Hispanics is troubling. I use Latino Lubbock Magazine as a tool for dialogue not just for Hispanics, but the community at large. We share content in a respectful and unifying manner to foster relations in our community for all Latinos, allies, supporters, activists, concerned citizens, and the public to analyze, review, understand and present solutions related to Latinos and those of our community. I'm emotionally connected to Latinos por que soy Latina! I do my best to be objective. Sadly, however, the past few months have been trying for many Hispanics Americans as we've witnessed blatant racism. Like many, we have been conflicted and what we know as Americans and have been pushed beyond understanding. Many who have become victims of this hate and regression believe that the diversity of our country is a backbone for our strength. We must take a stand when it comes to racism, discrimination, corruption, public lies, dictatorship, and human rights. Standing up for our community is

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not a partisan activity. Advocating for better health care, better education, better housing, and civil rights is not a partisan activity. Defending the powerless against the powerful is not so much a statement of our politics as it is a statement of our humanity. It is also, at its core, our job or charge as Americans. As you know, COVID-19 has changed our lives more than we could ever believe. So, now more than ever, we must recognize the ceaseless work Hispanics are doing to support our country, our communities, despite the unsafe circumstances some still face as essential workers. The level of concern about COVID-19 and our politicians seems insufficient to the alarm from experts and the pleas of the community. The message on masks has been muddled and politicized, and yet experts continue to say to practice good hygiene, social distance and wear a mask to prevent spreading the virus. We must also aim to mitigate the negative impact of this global pandemic on our Hispanic community. In the United States Hispanics endure discrimination, high poverty, lower rates of health insurance than both whites and blacks — yet we enjoy a life expectancy of 81.8 years, compared with 78.5 years for whites and 74.9 years for blacks. This resiliency is now tested by the coronavirus, which has hit Latinos particularly hard: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported this month that 33 percent of Americans testing positive for the coronavirus have been Hispanic, almost twice our 18 percent share of the population! Our Latino families seem more resilient because of our greater “social capital” — bonds of family, home region or church. Hispanics rely heavily on each other and that's why officials may not always hear our complaints. This is an existential moment. If we do not act to end the assault, if our community does not rise to challenge it, if we do not inspire our allies to join us and galvanize the public to act, this affects the very core of who we are as a nation and what we stand for.

Coretta Scott King once said, “Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won; you earn it and win it in every generation.” Annually, I share this message with you...and will continue because it is important for us to be reminded of the legacy left by those who struggled, and yet, persevered. Despite our diversity, Latinos have a shared public policy agenda. Like all Americans, we desire a government that stays off our backs but stands by our side. Hispanics believe in a fair government that guarantees equal opportunity for all by reducing discrimination in employment, housing, health care, and education by ending racial profiling -- by making sure working families, and not just the wealthy, get a tax cut. Latinos want a humane government that maintains our traditions as a nation of immigrants by acting to not stand on the side and watch the dehumanization of immigrant children. Hispanics need a compassionate government that helps people in difficult circumstances get back on their feet by providing job training to those who need it, by working toward a health care system that works for everybody, and by increasing support for homeownership programs, and other asset-building strategies. Latinos support a smart government that invests wisely in its young people today to ensure our country's economic prosperity tomorrow by making preschool universal so all kids start school ready to learn ... so all students, rich or poor, get the same opportunities, by supporting community-based education programs, to prevent dropouts and help those who do fall through the cracks. In political polls taken after the last national election, it showed that nearly two-thirds of Hispanics did not believe that the candidates were addressing the issues that concerned them most. Will the next election do the same? Raul Yzaguirre, the past CEO of NCLR, now Unidos US, forewarned, "we will not be inspired by message alone. A few phrases in Spanish won't work anymore.

Promises can be broken in Spanish as well as in English. Like other Americans, Latinos will vote on issues, for candidates who deliver. And, like other Americans, we will hold elected officials and all political parties accountable for actions, not just words," he expressed confidently that Hispanic Americans believe and will continue to strive for the American dream. Yzaguirre's words were a call to action, and they are just as relevant today as we continue to fight to make the promises of democracy real for all Americans. It is why generation after generation, our forefathers have worked so tenaciously to make sure all of us have a voice and that all of us exercise our right to vote. While some recognize that we continue to become this nation’s largest and fastest-growing ethnic group, we continue to be big business, potential voters, and vital to leadership and decision-making roles... and yet, our contributions are often disregarded because they have not yet felt our power or consider our contributions. Political season or not, we must not allow ourselves to ever become a political piñata, hitting us with what they think they want us to hear, but often they end up insulting our intelligence and never genuinely listening or validating who we are and our needs. Needs that include equity in purchasing homes, health care, good schools, safety, and jobs. We must claim and become owners of our future because many still see Hispanics only as supplicants and not as decision-makers, as consumers and not as producers, as law breakers and not as law enforcers, and as tax expenditures and not as tax contributors. And while stereotypes about the Hispanic community abound, invisibility is even more pervasive. The fact is that Hispanics are not only about demanding our rights but also about fully preparing to shoulder responsibility. Latinos want to build a nation where people are judged by their actions and not by their accents. The growth is there.... and yet, generation after generation, our growth, and our contributions, remain disregarded because our

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share of voters doesn't quite match our share in the general population. Will you stand up, or sit on the sidelines? Or will you disregard who you are and allow the abuse to our community to fit in and be accepted? There has never been a more critical time for the Latino community to be politically engaged, and our votes could not be more decisive. A critical part of our civic engagement work is to ensure that citizens know their rights and get involved in the political process at all levels—local, regional, state, and national. And when faced with an injustice, we must stand up to it. We must double down. We must go back to our communities, back to the town halls and back to the polls when elections come. We cannot sit on the side. And as we move forward, we must not count on others to be our champions. We need to be our own champions. We are a community of 50 million people. This is our time! Still - in observance of this month dedicated to us, Latinos should be admired for believing in the sanctity of the heritage of language and culture and how we treasure these gifts, and for our continuous, and often overlooked contributions to society. Above all, Hispanics must be viewed not as the problem but as part of the solution. And, with God's favor, as the best days of this community are to come, and as Hispanics ascend, I commit there will be a direct link between these realities. ¡Ánimo! CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA is the publisher/owner of Latino Lubbock Magazine. She created the publication to provide a Latino perspective and to assure coverage of Hispanic-led events. Today, Latino Lubbock Magazine is a centralized source of information with 100,000 readers monthly. Christy was named 2019 Latina Publisher of the Year by NAHP. She can be reached at (806)792-1212, or by email at news@ latinolubbock.net

Opinion/opinión Community & Event Brieflies VIRTUAL CIVIL LEGAL CLINIC Get legal help from our location to yours! Lubbock Branch Office Service Area of the Legal Aid of Northwest Texas, Call Christina Richey at 806 763-4557, ext. 6010. Leave a message with your name, phone number, the best time to call you, and a brief description of your legal issue. Someone from Legal Aid will follow up with you and give you an appointment time. Space for this clinic is limited. Please contact us no later than 5 p.m., the day before clinic date to reserve your spot. ASSISTANCE TO THE NEEDY: Catholic Charities is able to help families who have been directly impacted by COVID-19. If you have families who need assistance, please refer them to www. cclubbock.org to fill out an intake form. Out of safety for both staff and clients, no walk-ins are accepted. Families can also call (806)765-8475 for assistance. SOUTH PLAINS FOOD BANK To receive a food box from SPFB, you still need to qualify through one of our partnering agencies and receive a voucher. You can call 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas. org to find a local agency that is giving our vouchers. Citizens are still required to bring all documentation needed to see if you qualify. COVID-19 OTHER RESOURCES • Call 2-1-1 for Health, food, housing, and other assistance • Call 7-1-1 for Relay Service • To report price gouging, call the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General: 1-800621-0508. • En espanol - www.unidosus.org/issues/ health/articles/coronavirus-span FRAUD ALERT Be on the lookout for potential scammers using the COVID-19 situation to steal personal information, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) warned Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants today. USDA is issuing this warning after receiving reports of several possible SNAP fraud attempts. www.fns.usda.gov/snap/ scam-alerts. You may also file a consumer complaint online with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at https://www.ftc.gov. NWLL BOARD ELECTIONS Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020 at 7 PM – 10 PM. Lubbock Northwest Little League, has openings and is looking for dedicated and energetic people to serve on the Executive Board & as General Board members. If interested please send a brief letter to NWLL president Paul Trevino via email @ northwestlllbktx@yahoo.com 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.

¡Su Voto Es Su Voz! Vote this November 3, 2020

his November, the United States T will encounter one of the most momentous elections of our lifetime. The

importance of voting in this election is far-reaching – this election will affect the shape of our country for the next 10 years. Voters will decide which candidates will represent their interests when they vote for President, U.S. Senate, Congress, state representative, and judges. Currently, the United States is exceedingly divided on issues such as immigration, education, climate change, and healthcare. The U.S. Supreme Court, 2021 redistricting efforts, and legislative districts will also be affected because of this election. Once the next president takes office, he will almost certainly have the opportunity to reshape the face of the U.S. Supreme Court. Right now, four justices are older than 70 - Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen Breyer, Clarence Thomas, and Samuel Alito. With Justice Ginsburg dealing with her ongoing struggle with cancer, this might be as significant time as ever in picking

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We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, o r email them to news@latinolubbock.net. Please include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published. Letters are limited to 100 words, depending on space availability, some longer will be included. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock Magazine. BE RESPECTFUL It aggravates me that people generalize all Latinos. It also aggravates me that people don't respect police who for the most part are good people. But just like they generalize us for the handful of bad, it's now happening to them. Not a good feeling is it? Let's work together and let's be respectful and let's let our individual actions speak of individuals and not an entire group. Thanks, Rudy M.

the next Supreme Court of various circumstances Justice. The next president’s tied to the pandemic, could ability to fill a potential have major implications on Justice vacancy would have the redistricting process in a crucial impact on social and 2021. Coming into the year, civil issues. The Supreme Texas was expected to gain Court has already dismantled 3 to 4 congressional districts sections 4 and 5 the Voting but because of the low selfRights Act (VRA) of 1965 response rates, Texas could and it has made attempts lose 1 congressional district. at undo Roe v. Wade. More Before you vote for this recently, the Supreme Court election, please complete has been inconsistent with its your census form before the decisions with immigration LYDIA CAMARILLO deadline on September 30th. and where they lie on the Do not forget to vote, either. political spectrum. They have allowed Early vote starts October 13th. The Dreamers to use DACA to shield voter registration deadline is October themselves from deportation, but 5th. When you vote, make sure you vote have conversely ruled against asylum for a state legislator that shares your seekers being given the ability to interests. The five officials that make challenge their removal or deportation. up the Legislative Redistricting Board A Census count of the U.S. population is (LRB) are the Lieutenant Governor, held every 10 years. 2020’s Census count the Speaker of the House, the Attorney is the only count in recent history where General, the State Comptroller, and the the turnout rate of census responses is Commissioner of the General Land on pace to regress from the previous Office. These people have the power Census. This underreporting, a result to draw the districting maps in Texas,

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GREAT WEBSITE During this COVID-19 time working from home, I have been enjoyed the www.latinolubbock.net website! It is beautiful and informative! Very reflective of the Hispanic community and I love that we can look at previous month's issues, photos, and the calendar. Thanks for what you do! Rachel Lopez

COVID SPREADS AT PARTIES I wasn't able to listen to the complete answer from the Mayor to your question about the parties, but still from what I heard, the City is spoiling everyone and there are no rules and they don't care that people in the community are spreading the virus to others in those parties. Nadia Flores

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR A compliment to your August issue in col- children were nearly eight times greater lectively printing articles related to CO- than in white children. Although the reaVID-19. As a Pediatrician, who is Hispanic sons for this disparity in race and ethnicity and of Christian faith, I was particularly are not fully understood; one consideration drawn to the articles in the Faith & Religion is that the adults living in the child’s housesections. hold occupy a majority of frontline service The CHA campaign, #lovethyneighbor, is job positions. This review reinforces the a great campaign deserving support. It importance of preventative efforts, such promotes health and kindness. From scien- as mask wearing to protect others like our tific evidence, we know that wearing masks children. saves lives by reducing the transmission We should teach our children that indiof SARS-CoV2, the virus that causes CO- vidual and community health are linked to VID-19 disease. From social media, we individual decisions. #lovethyneighbor is know that it can be used as a platform to a reminder to all of us how something as reach many demographics. A review in simple as wearing a mask is love in action. 2016 concluded that social media offers an As adults, our responsibility is to empower effective means of communicating health our children to make knowledgeable deciinterventions aimed at Hispanics. sions. #lovethyneighbor helps us to teach Considering the importance of health in- them that decisions affecting one, can afterventions related to COVID-19. A recent fect many. review publication by the CDC, MMWR I encourage everyone to love thy neighbor Weekly / August 14, 2020 / 69(32);1081– by wearing your mask, watching your dis1088, we learn that Hispanic or Latino chil- tance, and washing your hands. dren have a higher rate of COVID-19 associated hospitalization. This review found Thank you for your time. that hospitalization rates among Hispanic Ana M Montanez, M.D.

and officials have historically used the maps to help mold the political shape of the U.S. House and state legislatures. Lubbock is currently located in congressional district 19. Previously, sections 4 and 5 of theVRAhad provisions that gave the U.S. Attorney General the power to investigate certain redistricting maps. Now that those sections are gone, it will be much more difficult for districts to defend themselves from unethical and unlawful redistricting practices. Make your voice heard on the issues that concern you. Be a part of the decisionmaking that affects your life with your vote. ¡Su Voto Es Su Voz! Lydia Camarillo, is the president of the

William C. Velasquez Institute (WCVI) a non-profit, non-partisan organization that advocates for Latino voting rights and universal voting rights. Latinos are expected to be the nation’s largest racial or ethnic minority in the presidential election for the first time in its history.

TURN A BLIND EYE NO MORE My family was also a victim of the Lubbock ISD police. There were so good officers, but the one you mentioned hurt my child and LISD did nothing but turn a blind eye I thank Mr. Garcia for sharing his letter in last month's LLM. I was stunned by the action of the school board and especially Stubblefield. He doesn't seem to care about the Hispanic families he represents, but I hear he has an opponent and she will be getting our vote. Also, I think what Mr. Garcia pointed out that the public often overlooks that "Latino men face police brutality second to black men. Also, 68% of Latinos fear police will use excessive force on them. Hispanics and Hispanic men are more likely to be fatally shot, 2nd to black men. In this broken system we don’t just empathize, we identify with the black community." Again, thank you for Latino Lubbock and for being a voice for our community. We appreciate you. Joe Torres FOR OUR HEALTH I have chronic health issues that make me vulnerable. It was difficult for my husband and I to decide to let our children distance learn. But COVID-19 is a sad reality that has changed all of our lives. It has been difficult and sometimes I feel alone, but I also worry about the safety of my children. I don't know what is right, but I know that my God does not abandon my family. Terri Martinez

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Missing Ft. Hood Soldier's Body Found in Texas

olice in Texas said a body found P near Fort Hood is likely that of a soldier missing last month.

Temple police said that identification found with the body indicated the man may be missing Fort Hood soldier Elder Fernandes. Fernandes is the third soldier from Fort Hood to go missing in the past year, and two have been found dead. Natalie Khawam is representing the Fernandes family and saidArmy police told them about the discovery. She said police found the 23-yearoldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license inside his wallet. The soldier, had been in the hospital days prior to his disappearance,Ailiana Fernandes, Elder's mother, told news outlets. It's still unclear to her why her son was in the hospital, she said. Fernandes is a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear specialist with the 1st Cavalry Division Sustainment Brigade at the Central Texas Army installation. Fort Hood has been in the spotlight following reports of other missing soldiers, particularly Spc. Vanessa GuillĂŠn, 20, whose remains were later found after extensive national attention. Fernandes' disappearance comes exactly one year after another Fort Hood soldier, Pfc. Gregory WedelMorales, 24, was reported missing Aug. 20, 2019. Wedel-Morales' remains were

found June 21 in a field in Killeen, just over 10 miles from Stillhouse Hollow Lake. Killeen police are still investigating his death. Army officialsfound GuillĂŠn's remains July 1, more than two months after she was reported missing at the end ofApril. Her remains were found near the Leon River in Bell County, about 20 miles east of Fort Hood. Army officials have also found the bodies of other Fort Hood soldiers over the past few months. Pvt. Mejhor Morta, 26, was found unresponsive July 17 in the vicinity of Stillhouse Hollow Lake, a reservoir managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fort Worth District, according to Fort Hood officials. Earlier this month, Fort Hood officials said they recovered the body of Spc. FranciscoGilbertoHernandez-Vargas, 24, following a boating incident on the lake Aug. 2. Army Secretary Ryan McCarthy has commented that Fort Hood has one of the highest rates of murder, sexual assault and harassment in the Army.

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Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Latinos Deepens

new nationwide poll of Latinos A in the United States released today by SOMOS US, UnidosUS

and Latino Decisions found that 66% of Latinos would vote for former Vice President Joe Biden compared to 24% for President Donald Trump. The poll, which was conducted between August 7 and August 15, also found that Latinos are increasingly blaming Trump for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Poll deck and results can be found here; this poll shows significant movement from May of this year, as the Latino community continues to be doubly-impacted by COVID-19 which has surged in Latino-rich swing states in the Sun Belt â&#x20AC;&#x153;This poll is a roadmap to victory - and shows that the community sees Biden/Harris as having our backs on the issues that keep us up at night,â&#x20AC;? said Henry R. Munoz, III, SOMOS US Cofounder and Founder of Momento Latino, a new coalition of Latino activists, artists, leaders and nonprofits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And the current administration is now seeing what happens when you ignore the peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concerns and cries for support. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the third time we have done this type of poll, and each time we have sounded the alarm that Latinos in America are being left behind and it is costing lives and livelihoods. And every time, we have found that healthcare is the chief issue for Latino voters so it's no surprise that they are moving their support behind the candidate that has a history of expanding it for their communities. Latinos will be the margin of victory this year - and victory goes through the states in this poll, and on the issues in this poll.â&#x20AC;? The poll found that the disparate impact Latinos are experiencing on the economic and health fronts also extends to the education arena. Latino households are concerned about the back-to-school plans they have been presented with. More than 80% worry about the safety of both children and staff returning to a school facility in person. Nearly 8 in 10 are worried that their kids are falling behind academically due to distance learning, and 84% said their school had yet to provide technological assistance. Remote learning isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an option for many Latinos either. When polled, 38%

said that there weren't enough computers in the home for their children to use for online schooling and 36% said that there wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be an adult in the home to supervise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Disproportionateâ&#x20AC;? is the defining word for what Latinos are experiencing. We are overrepresented among essential workers helping America survive the pandemic, yet being left out of health and economic relief while a disproportionate number in our community are getting sick and dying," said Janet MurguĂa, President and CEO of UnidosUS. "As the school year begins, eight in ten respondents said their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schools are not providing technological assistance, and need to provide basic information about their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress. And as the parties head into their conventions, 64% of registered Latino voters said they have not heard from parties or candidates. Equitable relief, and meaningful outreach, must happen immediately.â&#x20AC;? Latino disapproval of the Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handling of the pandemic is intensifying: 70% disapprove up from 56% disapproval in May. On a scale of 1-10, Trumpâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trust level has fallen from 3.3 to 3.1 since May. The poll found that fully half of all Latinos have lost income due to pay cuts, job loss, and/or having to close a business they own. Today, 69% of Latino registered voters say they are certain to vote, compared with 62% in May. Yet, 64% of Latino registered voters have not been contacted by either party, candidates or civic groups about registering or voting this November. "As the coronavirus pandemic has dragged on, Latino voters are connecting the crisis back to President Trump. Latinos now clearly blame Trump's delays and mismanagement for making the crisis worse and this is going to have a big effect at the ballot box this November,â&#x20AC;? said Gary Segura, PhD, Latino Decisions Co-Founder and Senior Partner. "Latinos are uniquely impacted by school reopenings and have been put in a no win situation. They are terrified that sending their kids in person will result in contracting and spreading coronavirus. At the same time, online schooling from home is an enormous challenge due to the digital divide, and parents who are essential workers and not able to

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stay at home to supervise their young children means kids may be home alone trying to connect to their virtual classroom with no assistance." Biden leads in double-digits with Latinos in key battleground states: Arizona: 63% Biden - 29% Trump Colorado: 71% Biden - 21% Trump Florida: 55% Biden - 41% Trump North Carolina: 61% Biden - 24% Trump Pennsylvania: 59% Biden - 28% Trump In Texas, Biden leads Trump 66% to 21%. In both the New York/NJ area and California, Biden has 70% support of Latinos. About the poll: On behalf of Somos and UnidosUS, Latino Decisions interviewed n=1,842 Latino adults nationwide fromAugust 7 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 15, 2020. Respondents answered questions on their cell phone or landline with live callers, or via online selfresponses through text or email invitations. Respondents were all randomly selected and lists deduped so each respondent only had one opportunity to be included. The invitation and survey were both available in English or Spanish, and overall, 36% of respondents answered in Spanish. Final data were compared to the Census ACS most recent estimates for Latino adults nationwide and weights were included to balance demographics for age, gender, education and region. Overall, the full sample contains a margin of error of +/- 2.3%. Some questions were just asked of registered voters (n=1,488) which contains a margin of error of +/2.5%. State oversamples averaged approximately 240 respondents and have a margin of error of +/- 6.3%.

Politics /política

Lubbock Residents Could Pay Slightly ‘Catch-Up’ Stimulus Checks to go out in September More in Proposed Tax Rates

nder proposed budgets being U considered by the Lubbock city council

and Lubbock County commissioners, the average Lubbock property owner could pay slightly more in property taxes. Following changes in state law passed last legislative session, the term "effective rate" is now the "no-new-revenue" tax rate meaning that the rate must be adopted to generate roughly the same revenue on properties on the tax rolls both last year and this year. This would translate into consideration for the average appraisal increase, thus, the average citizen would pay about the same in taxes as the year prior, although the rate does not take

into consideration new properties. For the average Lubbock home, valued at $157,144, the city's proposed rate would increase the tax bill just under $9 for the year. The city's no-new-revenue tax rate is 53.5885 cents per $100 valuation. The proposed tax rate is 54.1573 cents per $100 valuation. City staffers note the proposed rate is 1.645 cents lower than the rate set last year. Showing the significance of Lubbock's growth, this budget accounts for more than $2.3 million in tax revenue from new properties added to the rolls this year. Full details on this and prior budgets here. Residents can give input to city leaders on the proposal Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 5 p.m., at Citizens Tower, 1314 Avenue K.

Lubbock County commissioners may increase what the average citizen pays. Two rates are being considered: the no-new-revenue rate of 33.0575 cents per $100 valuation and 33.9978 cents per $100 valuation. The higher rate would increase the annual tax bill to the county by $14.78 for a home appraised at $157,144. If this rate is adopted, all of the additional revenue would go to the sheriff's office and 11 volunteer fire departments. Sheriff Kelly Rowe is asking for more funding, to retain deputies who continue to leave for higher-paying law enforcement departments. The public can give input to the county at the next public hearing Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 6 p.m. at the Annex Building at 916 Main Street.

LULAC Says Shortening Census Period Hurts Latinos

indy Benavides, National Chief Executive S Officer of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) issued the

following statement about theAdministration’s decision to end the self-reporting window and door knocking operations one-month earlier for the 2020 Census. “It is simply inconceivable that we can achieve a full and accurate count by these actions at the time we need it most during a pandemic that is disproportionately impacting Latinos. This is yet another tactic from the TrumpAdministration to make our community invisible with an incomplete enumeration, which impacts critical funding, representation, and redistricting. Instead of ramping up its work, the Census Bureau cites the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for deciding to cut short the two most critical aspects of the census. First, there is the self-reporting phase and that is followed by community outreach to contact individuals and families who for one reason or another have not done so. The latest figures compiled by the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO), show some very troubling trends that we will not be able to correct without sufficient time allotted. In Puerto Rico, only

18.9% have self-reported. In Texas, 56.1% of Latino households have filled out their surveys and in California, that rate is 62.4%. In fact, across the country and Puerto Rico more than one-third of Latino households are still not counted.” Non-Response Follow-Up, also called NRFU, is decisive for the 2020 Census to provide a complete picture of hard-to-reach communities. These are people of color, immigrants, individuals with disabilities in rural areas, even young children. Often, these groups are the most overlooked and least counted. The result will be another ten years of denying them their fair share of federal funding and representation. LULAC opposes shortening the census period and we are advocating for Congress to allocate the $400 million needed to finish the 2020 Census. These funds will help pay for what is the costliest and most labor intensive aspect of the count accessing remote and disaster impacted communities. Still, fair-minded American expect that everyone is afforded an equal opportunity to participate. Anything less violates the constitutionally-guaranteed civil rights of those who are excluded and is unacceptable.”

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hile Congress appears to W be far from agreeing on a comprehensive COVID-19 relief

package, the Internal Revenue Service announced that about 50,000 people will be receiving stimulus checks. The “catch-up” relief payments will go to those people whose initial Economic Impact Payment under the CARES Act was diverted to pay their spouse’s past-due child support. The payments are expected to go out as checks in early-to-mid-September to recipients who filed Form 8379, Injured Spouse Allocation, along with their 2019 – and possibly 2018 – federal income tax return. For those people who didn’t fill out Form 8379 but also saw a portion of their stimulus money diverted to pay a spouse’s debt, the IRS says no action is necessary. “The IRS does not yet have a time frame but will automatically issue the portion of the EIP that was applied to the other spouse’s debt at a later date,” the IRS said in a news release.

Affected taxpayers can check the status of a pending stimulus check with the IRS Get My Payment tool. Meanwhile, the country is left waiting for Washington lawmakers to decide whether or not theAmerican people will receive a second round of COVID-19 stimulus checks. Top Republican leadership was on hand Saturday in hopes of sparking new coronavirus aid talks as the House approved legislation that would reverse recent changes in U.S. Postal Service operations and send $25 billion to shore up the agency ahead of the November election. President Donald Trump’s chief of staff, Mark Meadows, was on Capitol Hill meeting with GOP House leader Kevin McCarthy and other lawmakers. Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin have served as Republican negotiators during recent aid negotiations with Democratic Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.

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Open Enrollment will run from September 1 through September 30, 2020 Funding for this program is limited. Prequalified persons will be added to a call-in list. A random electronic selection will be performed and persons will be notified by mail of the results. Selection does not guarantee assistance.

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Labor Day - Sept. 7, 2020

abor Day, Sept. 7, 2020, is L the first Monday in September, and is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and wellbeing of our country. A significant portion of the Hispanic population participates in the labor force. In 2013, 66% of

the Hispanic population age 16 and older were in the labor force, which was slightly higher than the level of participation for the total U.S. population. Despite comparable rates of labor force participation, Hispanics experienced an unemployment rate in 2013 (9%) which was higher than that of the total U.S. population (7.5 %). The Hispanic population is represented in a wide variety of occupations.

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Sept. is Life Insurance Awareness Month

his is a great time to have conT versations about this important aspect of a family's overall financial

plan. Life insurance can help you and your family realize the dreams and goals on your bucket list even when faced with challenging circumstances. Did you know? • Life insurance conversation uncomfortable - When it comes to life's most important topics, higher percentages of parents feel comfor t able talking with their children about drugs and alcohol (55 percent), religion (53 percent) and politics (44 percent) than discussing life insurance (38 percent), family finances (36 percent) or sex/puberty (30 percent). • Parents count - 45 percent of Americans first learned about life insurance from a family member. Daughters were most likely to name their moms (21 percent) as their top source for first learning about life insurance, while sons are most likely to list their dads (22 percent). Becoming a parent is the number one life event that prompts individuals to obtain life insurance coverage (37 percent), however just 51 percent of parents have individual life insurance policies outside of work. • Most families budget for vacations/cell phones before life insur-

ance - More than 7 in 10 parents consider life insurance to be important (71 percent) and over threefourths say it plays a role in their overall financial plan (78 percent), yet only 59 percent of parents would be likely to adjust their budget to purchase life insurance. A greater percentage of parents would be willing to adjust their budget to afford cable TV (76 percent), a family vacation (69 percent), or a cell phone and service for each family member (62 percent), compared to life insurance. • Knowledge Curve - Seventyeight percent of Americans consider themselves at least somewhat knowledgeable about life insurance. However, one in five (22 percent) feel they are not at all knowledgeable about life insurance. • More than death benefits - Fortyfour percent of Americans believe that "life insurance benefits are only accessible when an insured family member passes away." However, many policies offer benefits while a policyholder is still alive. These "living benefits" can be accessed for qualified college, retirement and emergency expenses (this may reduce the death benefit and cash value). (En español, p.20 )

Blitz Build to be Held

litz Build will be held Sept. 7 B at 7 AM – Sep 17m at 6:30 p.m. at 404 N Guava Ave. On average, it takes eight months to build a home. Lubbock Habitat for Humanity is building two homes in 10 days. Starting Labor Day, volunteers will work non-stop to better the lives of two families. Habitat's vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to

live. To achieve our vision, Habitat needs sponsors and volunteers. If your company or organization wants to get involved, contact Christy Reeves by phone at 806-500-1996 or by email at creeves@lubbockhabitat. org. For individuals in the community, sing up to volunteer here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/

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deaths among people of color. To ensure a clear and concise course of action to combat this horrific pandemic TAMACC will be hosting a webinar with Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director, of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious

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Hand Sanitizer Safety

he FDA is warning consumers T and health care providers that the agency has seen a sharp increase in

hand sanitizer products that are labeled to contain ethanol (also known as ethyl alcohol) but that have tested positive for methanol. Methanol, or wood alcohol, is a substance that can be toxic when ingested or absorbed through the skin and can be life-threatening. Symptoms of methanol poisoning include: • nausea • vomiting • headache • blurred vision & permanent blindness • seizures • coma • permanent damage to the nervous system

• death The FDA is also concerned about products packaged to appear as drinks, candy, or liquor bottles, as well as products marketed as drinks or cocktails because their appearance could result in accidental ingestion or encourage ingestion. Children are particularly at risk with these products since ingesting only a small amount of hand sanitizer may be lethal in a young child. Visit www.latinolubbock.net/news-1 to check out the list of recalled products. To read in Spanish go to www. latinolubbock.net/news-1 (Para leer en español ir a www. latinolubbock.net/news-1)

Ovarian Cancer

varian cancer is an equal-opportunity cancer, meaning the disease affects women of all ethnicities and races equally — including Hispanic women. About 20,000 American women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year. The five-year survival rate for ovarian cancer is about 45 percent; meaning about 15,000 women will die from the disease. Currently there is no effective way to screen for ovarian cancer. Because of this the disease often goes undetected until it is at an advanced stage. However, women may prevent the disease by following these healthy living guidelines:

1. Eat fruits and vegetables daily. Ovarian cancer patients who eat lots of fruits and vegetables live longer than those who don’t. 2. Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity and a sedentary lifestyle are contributing factors to hormonal imbalances that could cause ovarian cancer. 3. See your doctor regularly. Keeping up with annual pap smears, pelvic exams and breast screenings is important to detect any changes in your body. 4. If you are experiencing persistent bloating and pain in your abdomen or pelvis, make an appointment with your physician.

El cáncer de ovario

l cáncer ovárico afecta a mujeres de E todas las etnias y razas por igual incluyendo a las mujeres hispanas.

Alrededor de 20 mil mujeres estadounidenses son diagnosticadas con cáncer de ovario cada año. La tasa de supervivencia de cinco años es aproximadamente 45%, esto significa que 15 mil mujeres morirán de la enfermedad. Por lo tanto, no existe manera efectiva de diagnostico o prueba de detección para el cáncer de ovario. Debido a esto la enfermedad no se detecta hasta que se encuentra en una etapa avanzada. Sin embargo, las mujeres pueden prevenir la enfermedad siguiendo estas pautas de vida saludable: 1. Coma fru-

tas y verduras todos los días. Pacientes con cáncer ovárico que comen mas frutas y vegetales viven más que aquellos que no. 2. Mantenga un peso saludable. La obesidad y el sedentarismo son factores que contribuyen a los desequilibrios hormonales que pueden causar cáncer de ovario. 3. Visite a su médico regularmente. Exámenes como el pap smear, exámenes pélvicos y mamograma del seno son importante para detectar cualquier cambio en su cuerpo. 4. Visite a su medico si tiene dolor persistente e hinchado el abdomen o en la pelvis.

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Noticias de salud/ Health News

Vitamin Safety & Update

n preparation to ward off the Istocked COVID-19 virus, many have up on extra supplements

and medications. However, there are no vitamins or supplements proven to help prevent or treat COVID-19 at this time. While the focus during the pandemic has been to focus on health and wellness, an excessive intake of vitamins or supplements can be harmful. So, should you take extra vitamins to prevent a coronavirus infection? If you want to up your intake of vitamin C or other supplements to boost your immunity against COVID-19, the Texas Poison Center Network urges you to read this first. Vitamin A: plays a role in your vision, bone growth, reproduction, cell function & the immune system. Vitamin A toxicity, however, can cause liver injury and swelling of the brain. The symptoms vary based on whether toxicity is acute or chronic and can be more severe in children. Vitamin B: There are eight B vitamins; thiamine, ribovlavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, biotin, folic acid, and cyanocobalamin. Too much Niacin can cause a condition known as "niacin flush," which can cause flushing of the skin, warmth, itching and upset stomach. For some people liver injury is also a concern.Vitamin B-12 (cobalamin), in high doses can cause dizziness, headache, anxiety, nausea, and vomiting. Vitamin C: At recommended doses, most vitamin C supplements are safe! Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a vitamin your body needs to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and collagen in bones. The recommended daily amount of vitamin C for adult men is 90 milligrams and 75 milligrams for adult women ans for children it depends on their age. In some people, vitamin C can cause an upset stomach, heartburn, cramps, and headaches.High doses of vitamin C can cause more intense symptoms, such as kidney stones and severe diarrhea.Vitamin C can also interact with certain medications so ask your physician if you are taking multiple medications. Vitamin D: along with calcium, is essential for developing and maintaining strong bones and

muscles. It is sometimes called "the sunshine vitamin" because our bodies manufacture vitamin D when we're out in the sun. In recent weeks, unsubstantiated reports that high doses of vitamin D may lower the risk of getting COVID-19 and/or reduce its severity have spread widely across the media, particularly social media. Although Vitamin D is essential for a healthy body function, there is no evidence to suggest that high doses of Vitamin D will prevent or cure COVID-19.Although uncommon, taking too much Vitamin D for long periods of time can cause vitamin D poisoning that is associated with abdominal pain and confusion. Iron: is essential for the proper functioning of our red blood cells, which carry oxygen. Iron is a mineral found in many over-thecounter supplements. Iron overdose is particularly dangerous for children. A severe overdose can happen if a child eats adult multivitamins, such as prenatal vitamins. NOTE: Iron poisoning can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea and bleeding. Severe iron toxicity can eventually lead to seizures, coma, multiple organ failure, and death. Tips to maintain a healthy immune system: • Don't smoke. • Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables. • Exercise regularly. • Maintain a healthy weight. • If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation. • Get adequate sleep. • Take steps to avoid infections, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking meats thoroughly. • Try to minimize stress. (Para leer en español ir a www. latinolubbock.net/news-1) CALL POISON CONTROL at 1-800-2221222 right away for guidance if someone swallows too much of any medication or supplement. This is a free and confidential service. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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FREE COVID-19 TESTING at Rodgers Park Gymnasium has started operating five days a week. This testing site, located at 3300 Auburn, will be open Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary for this location. Appointments are not required for this location. For more info call the Health Department at 775.2933 and selecting option three. WALGREENS COVID-19 TESTING SITE, at 602 Avenue Q. An appointment is required at this location. Those wishing to be tested can schedule an appointment by visiting walgreens.com/covid19testing and answering a few screening questions. Days of Operation: Monday Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. FREE 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. HEALTHBEAT EQUIPMENT brings the best of the gym to the great outdoors at Buddy Holly Lake of Cesar Chavez Drive, for ages 13 to 100. The outdoor fitness equipment is available to the public and has 10 pieces of fitness equipment. This is a project of Los Hermanos Familia. FREE. FREE CLINIC at Lubbock Impact The Free Clinic holds a free doctors clinic every Wednesday at 34th Street and Boston Avenue. Registration begins at 4 PM. Patients must be 18 and older and medically uninsured to receive free medications and doctors visits. For more information, please call (806) 799-4320. 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. Call 762-1805 for more info. FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area, Thurs. from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7-8 P.M. For more info call 806793.3336. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Family Guidance & Outreach Center provides free anger management classes on Mondays and parenting classes on Tuesdays in the evenings unless otherwise noted. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. Visit us online: www.familyguidancecenterlubbock.org.

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holesterol is bad for you, right? It’s actually a bit more complicated than that. Cholesterol is a part of every cell in your body and plays an important role in keeping you healthy. The two most important kinds of cholesterol to monitor are HDL, or high-density lipoprotein, and LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, both of which play a part in your overall well-being. LDL, more commonly known as “bad cholesterol,” can become bad for you when it builds up on artery walls, impeding the flow of blood and increasing your risk of heart

disease—the number one cause of death among Americans, including Hispanics, according to the American Heart Association. HDL, on the other hand, is believed to carry cholesterol away from the arteries and back to the liver, where it can be eliminated from the body. Some experts believe that HDL removes excess cholesterol and slows buildup on artery walls. So reducing your risk of heart disease is not as simple as lowering cholesterol levels, or even lowering the level of LDL. In fact, some experts believe that

coughs and sneezes and frequent handwashing) to help slow the spread of germs that cause respiratory (nose, throat, and lungs) illnesses, like flu. The time from when a person is exposed and infected with flu to when symptoms begin is about 2 days, but can range from about 1 to 4 days.

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it’s not actually the levels of cholesterol that contribute to blockages but the size of cholesterol particles and cholesterol transport patterns. (This doesn’t mean you should keep eating French fries and potato chips!) Everyone agrees that a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol and regular exercise are good for you and your heart. But before you rush to take medication to lower your cholesterol levels, educate yourself about how cholesterol actually works in your body, read the latest research, and talk to your doctor.

todos los años. Se ha demostrado que la vacuna contra la influenza reduce la aparición de enfermedades relacionadas con la influenza y el riesgo de sufrir complicaciones graves a causa de esta enfermedad que pueden dar lugar a hospitalizaciones o incluso la muerte. Los CDC también recomiendan tomar medidas preventivas diarias (como mantenerse alejado de las personas

que están enfermas, cubrirse la boca y nariz al toser y estornudar y lavarse las manos con frecuencia) para ayudar a disminuir la propagación de microbios que causan enfermedades respiratorias (nariz, garganta y pulmones), como lo es la influenza. El tiempo desde la exposición de una persona al virus de la influenza hasta el comienzo de los síntomas es de aproximadamente 2 días, pero puede oscilar entre 1 a 4 días.

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papel sumamente importante para mantenerlo a usted saludable. Los dos tipos de colesterol que se requieren controlar más son el HDL, o lipoproteína de alta densidad y el LDL, o lipoproteína de baja densidad, ambos juegan un papel importante en su bienestar general. El colesterol LDL se puede tornar malo para uno cuando se acumula en las paredes de las arterias impidiendo el flujo de la sangre e incrementando el riesgo de una enfermedad coronaria, la causa número uno de muerte entre personas, incluyendo hispanos, según la American Heart Association. Por otro lado, se cree que el HDL se lleva el colesterol de las arterias y lo devuelve al hígado donde puede ser eliminado del cuerpo. Algunos expertos afirman que el HDL retira el exceso de colesterol y retrasa la acumulación en las paredes Copyright 2020 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

arteriales. Entonces, reducir el riego de enfermedades coronarias no es tan simple como bajar los niveles de colesterol o inclusive, bajar el nivel de LDL, más conocido como el “colesterol malo”. De hecho, algunos expertos afirman que no son realmente los niveles de colesterol los que contribuyen a los bloqueos sino el tamaño de las partículas de colesterol y los patrones de transporte de colesterol. (¡Esto no significa que usted deba continuar comiendo papas fritas y hojuelas de papa!) Todo el mundo está de acuerdo en que una dieta baja en grasas saturadas y colesterol y ejercicio regular son buenos para uno y para el corazón. Sin embargo, antes de que se apresure a tomar cualquier medicamento para bajar sus niveles de colesterol, edúquese respecto de la manera en que el colesterol trabaja en su cuerpo, lea las últimas investigaciones y consulte a su médico.

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Education/ Educación Education & Scholarship Updates

Give Families Learning Options armony Public Schools allowed health and sanitary protocols, as H each family to choose virtual well as possible adjustments to daily learning or returning to campus for routines to help keep all students and BACK TO SCHOOL FIESTA DRIVE-UP: The 21st annual fiesta looked a bit different due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. It was a drive-thru event, offering contact less delivery of school supplies. In past years, event partners have attended the fiesta and staffed booths where they distributed information and promotional items and interacted with attendees through games and discussions. Masks up, guns up!

FALL 2020 SEMESTER BEGINS: South Plains College students returned to campus today (Aug. 24) to kick off the new semester. Crystal Cisneros, administrative assistant to Student Life, right, provides a map and directions to the library to freshman Alexis Mireles of Lubbock. Mireles is a radiology major. (SPC Photo/Nathan Boyd)

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in-person learning for the 2020-2021 school year, based on each family’s unique needs. Families can also switch between the two as local COVID-19 conditions or family situation changes. “The best choice for Harmony in 2020-2021 is the choice that’s best for your family,” said Fatih Ay, Harmony CEO. “While this flexible plan may be an uncommon approach, we firmly believe it is the right approach for families during these uncommon times.” Families that choose at-home learning have access to the same rigorous, academic environment that they have come to expect from their neighborhood Harmony campus, taught by teachers trained for educating and engaging students in a virtual environment. Families who chose to send their students for in-person learning have found a safe and organized learning environment that they feel comfortable sending their child to each day. This includes enhanced

team members as safe as possible. All students continue to receive the same full academic and support services from their teachers, counselors, and school leaders that they would receive on-campus, including our English-language learners and students receiving Special Education services. Helping to keep families connected regardless of their learning location is Harmony’s new, all-in-one learning management system Schoology. Through Schoology, students and families will have full access to instructional materials, assignments, grading, calendars, and parent messaging in one platform that follows them seamlessly from athome to in-person learning and back, if needed. Harmony Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year for both students and team members. To learn more, please visit: www. harmonytx.org.

Frenship ISD Bond Election Moved to November 3

he Frenship ISD Board of T Trustees approved an order calling for a bond election

on November 3, 2020. The bond election was previously scheduled for May but was postponed due to COVID-19. The continual commercial and residential growth in the District coupled with the postponement to a November election equates to Frenship community members seeing a minimal tax impact for the proposed $299.7 million dollar bond. The overall District tax rate has changed slightly from $1.42 for fiscal year 2019-2020 to $1.4281 for fiscal year 2020-2021. This means the tax impact for the average homeowner is $1.12 each month or less than $14 a year. With Frenship designated as one of

the fastest-growing school districts in Texas, the District’s current plan includes more than 90% of the proposed bond dedicated to building additional schools and renovating existing facilities to accommodate increased student enrollment. This includes the currently planned addition of a ninth elementary, fourth middle school, and second high school. The proposed bond also includes currently planned renovations of existing buildings and district-wide technology and security updates. Important voting dates: • Voter Registration Deadline: October 5, 2020 • Early Voting: October 13 – October 30, 2020 • Election Day: November 3, 2020

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 lists thousands of scholarships. When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource. 100% ONLINE MASTER OF EDUCATION DEGREE IN BILINGUAL EDUCATION AND ESL Apply for a $1,000 scholarship. Applications are open for Summer and Fall 2020 semesters. For scholarship information, email Wendi Weitman: wendi.weitman@ ttu.edu WOMAN-TO-WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship fund was established by Mrs. Lou Diekemper in order to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation. Deadlines: June 15 and Dec. 1. Apply online at https:// www.cfwtx.org/current-scholarships

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NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org AAUW SCHOLARSHIP The Association of University Women Educational Foundation Apply at www.aauw.org ADELANTE SCHOLARSHIPS www.adelantefund.org/#!scholarships/crij HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP CONSORTIUM www.hispanicscholar.org/#!apply/c17ip LA UNIDAD LATINA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP www.lulf.org/apply/ $30K MASTER’S-LEVEL, GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS through The Rotary Foundation. Scholarships will be awarded to fund post-baccalaureate study at an accredited university located outside the United States & its territories. Apply online at www.Rotary.org/en/grants BUICK ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Buick Achievers for Engineering/Technology or select Design and Business-related programs of study Apply online at www.buickachievers.com

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Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities CAKE BREAK Join the library at www.facebook. com/LubbockLibrary at 2 p.m. on Monday, August 31 and learn how to decorate a train cake. The train is just one of the cake pans you can check out with your library card at the Mahon Library (1306 9th Street) and the Patterson Branch Library (1836 Parkway Drive). Call 775-2835 for more information. STORYTIME AT GROVES BRANCH LIBRARY In-person storytimes are back! Come to the Groves Branch Library, 1306 9th Street, at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 2 for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Space will be limited. Adults and children aged 10 and up must wear face coverings in the library. VIRTUAL STORYTIMES FROM LUBBOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY Join the library on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LubbockLibrary every Tuesday and Thursday in September at 10:30 AM for a virtual storytime. The theme for September 1 and September 3 is libraries. FREE ONLINE MOVIES FOR KIDS Did you know you can watch movies online through the library?!? We've got movies for all ages available through the OverDrive App (not Libby) or on the website lubbock.overdrive.com! 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. TEEN HELP: Catholic Charities offers FREE help for youth up to 17 years old struggling with negative behaviors, loss of self-respect, bullying, etc. Parents may call 1-800-530-4704 and make a confidential appointment. DO YOU HAVE A STORY? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock.net/have-astory or, email your youth news, quinceañera, and other info to news@latinolubbock.net .

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Students CODE at Cyber Robotics Competition

pcoming Levelland High U School freshmen Cyress Carrasco and Michelle Bustillos

applied and were awarded a full scholarship to participate in a Cybersecurity Virtual Camp with Experience Educational Learning Company that partnered with Region 20 out of the San Antonio Area. These two girls participated in the Cyber Robotics Coding Competition (CRCC) in the Fall of 2019 with Mrs. Celinda Rejino at Levelland Middle School. They were her top coders in the Midwest Region. Michelle's team was ranked 10th and Cyress's team was ranked 8th during the Midwest finals for CRCC in Rockwall, Texas. They were confident in the skills learned, which helped them with the challenge before their school year. They

participated in a 5-day virtual camp on August 3rd - 7th with students across the United States. They were placed into teams and given a series of real-world scenarios to solve. Known Companies involved in the curriculum included Delta Air Lines, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cisco and Facebook. Also, Experience America and region 20 partnered with local companies and universities in the San Antonio Area. Mrs. Rejino and Levelland Middle School were excited for these girls to experience this opportunity! The 12 year teacher introduced robotics/ computer science two years ago and it has become a popular class. Cyress' parents are John and Amy Carrasco, and Michelle's parents are Efrain and Elda Bustillos. Congrats to them all!

LEADING BY EXAMPLE: Victoria Zepeda poses with the Frenship Tiger, both were wearing masks as they prepared to welcome students back for the 20-21 school year despite the covid summer break. Prayers for a great school year!

GOLF FORE 10 SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION: The KOC Council 11807 members took time to pose with their scholarship recipients. The scholarships were raised during their annual golf tournament. Congratulations!

Looking Beyond Imperfections t’s a Syndrome (IS) is not an unfamiliar "I b l e s s - word in the realm of academics, and ing to have I have first-hand experience with

something to lose.” Father Mike S c h m i d t ’s words save me every time I find myself in a search for something to depict my current state in life. I think I take many things for granted— my family, friends, ability to move, opportunity to study and live in America. This past month has been gruesome to say the least— I spent my days studying for a test that would determine my future only to take it and still feel unprepared. Imposter

its deadly grip. It's a phenomenon where an individual will doubt their talents and is unable to internalize any of their accomplishments. The reality of it all is that I am often my own worst critic. The first steps for me to take now are to be aware of my thoughts and then gradually give myself permission to lessen my attachment for constant perfection. As I approach my final year in college, I remind myself: it’s a blessing to live, so I ought not fixate on the nitty-gritty imperfections of life; look up and embrace all the beauty that lies around. Bailee Alonzo - is a sophomore at Texas Tech, majoring in Biology Pre-Med. She aspires to become a dermatologist.

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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

Why Latino History Matters

t's Hispanic Heritage Month! From the first explorations into North America nearly a century before Jamestown to the banning of MexicanAmerican Studies inArizona, here are 18 Latino historical events that every American should know. Cabeza De Vaca: Vaca: Hispanics, including mestizos, indigenous and Afro-descended people from the area today known as Mexico, explored North America almost a century before the British first founded Jamestown. Why It Matters: Hispanics aren't foreigners in this country. Latinos, particularly those with Mesoamerican roots, have deeper roots in North America than those with other European backgrounds. Los Angeles Founded In 1781: A group of Spaniards, Afro-Latinos, indigenous people and mestizos setting out from colonial-era Mexico traveled into California and founded the city of Los Angeles. Why It Matters:As of July 2014, Los Angeles is the city with the country’s largest Hispanic population, at nearly 5 million. José Martí Lived In New York City: Poet, revolutionary and Cuban nationalist José Martí spent four years in New York City, where he wrote for both Englishand Spanish-language newspapers, developing ideas that would influence his thinking about the often tense relationship between the U.S. and Latin America. Why It Matters: Martí was one of Latin America's greatest intellectuals, earning him a statue in front of Central Park in Manhattan. U.S. Extends Citizenship To Puerto Ricans In 1917: Perhaps not for the most altruistic of reasons, the United States extended both citizenship and, shortly after, military conscription to Puerto Rico in 1917, as World War I raged on in Europe. Why It Matters: Puerto Ricans are American just like anyone born in the 50 states. First Hispanic U.S. Senator: Octaviano Larrazolo of New Mexico became the first Hispanic elected to the U.S. Senate. As a politician, he pushed to boost Hispanic representation so that the political system would reflect the

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state's population. He also helped write portions of the state's constitution guaranteeing that people of Mexican descent wouldn't be disfranchised. Why It Matters: Because score Team Latino! Mendez v.Westminster DecidedWhat Happened: Before Brown v. Board of Education in 1954, the courts ruled it unconstitutional to segregate students of Mexican heritage into inferior schools. The plaintiff, Sylvia Mendez, sued after being turned away from a "whites only" public school in California. Why It Matters: The 1947 decision from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals helped pave the way for Brown v. Board of Education and played a key role in making school segregationillegal.Thisundatedimage provided by the U.S. Postal Service shows a 41-cent postage stamp, to be released Friday, Sept. 14 in SantaAna, California, commemorating the 1946 court decision, Mendez v.Westminster School District, that paved the way for the nation's school desegregation. The LongoriaAffairs Shook Texas Politics In 1948: Private Felix Longoria was killed in the Philippines as World War II came to an end. When his body was recovered and returned to his hometown ofThree Rivers, Texas, the director of the funeral home forbad the family from using the chapel because he feared white residents would disapprove. The G.I. Forum, a civil rights organization led by Hector P. Garcia, organized a campaign that caught the attention of then-U.S. Sen. Lyndon Johnson. He arranged for Longoria to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Why It Matters: This repudiation of anti-Mexican-American sentiment stands as a milestone in the march toward the guarantee of Latinos' civil rights. The Cuban Revolution ComesToPowerIn1959: Following the triumph of the Cuban Revolution in 1959 and its sharp leftward turn within the next two years, Fidel Castro established a Communist government that remains in place today. Why It Matters: More than one million Cubans left the island as the Revolution became more radical, with most of them settling in Miami,

Florida, a city they transformed. Subsequent waves of Cubans migrated to the United States in the 1980s, with the Mariel boatlift, and the 1990s, after the fall of the Soviet Union upended the island’s economy. Delano Grape Pickers Strike Of 1965-1970: In 1965, Filipino and Latino farmworker unions joined in a strike, and later a boycott of grapes in the Delano area of California to protest poor conditions. The five-year campaign ultimately succeeded in forcing the grape producers to sign union contracts. Why It Matters: This early victory helped secure the place of the United Farm Works and its leader Cesar Chavez, all of whom were key players in the Latino civil rights movement. Zoot Suit Riots: In the 1940s, tensions in California rose between Chicanos and the Anglo sailors living there. Authorities viewed many young Chicanos, who favored baggy zoot suits, as criminals. Sailors went around beating them up. The tensions eventually erupted into a week of rioting in June 1943, when some 200 sailors descended upon Los Angeles and severely beat several " pachucos," at times stripping the suits from their bodies. The violence was met with indifference from police. Why It Matters: The Zoot Suit Riots stand as a prominent example of the discrimination faced by the Mexican-American community that offers context for the Latino civil rights movement. The Killing of Ruben Salazar: During a riot in 1970, police shot prominent journalist Ruben Salazar with a tear gas canister while he was drinking a beer at the Silver Dollar Bar and Cafe in Los Angeles, killing him. WhyItMatters:Salazarwasoneofthe greatMexican-Americanjournalistsof his time, who covered local politics with the same vigor as he covered foreign wars. His killing is viewed by many as a symbol of the injustices committed against the Chicano community in California. Roberto Clemente Helps Change MLB History: A champion of black and Hispanic rights who began his career before the end of segregation, Roberto Clemente was

the first Latino in professional baseball to reach 3,000 hits. He played in two World Series, winning MVP in the 1971 games. "My greatest satisfaction comes from helping to erase the old opinion about Latin Americans and blacks," Clemente said toward the end of his career. He died in a plane crash in 1972 while delivering supplies to Nicaragua after an earthquake. Why It Matters: The trailblazing Puerto Rican-born ballplayer not only built a stellar career, but also acted as politically conscious representative of the Latino community at a time when professional sports included few Hispanics. Score Team Latino! 1986 Immigration Reform: In 1986, President Ronald Reagan signed an immigration reform into law that legalized the status of some 3 million people. Why It Matters: It proves that passing comprehensive immigration legislation is possible. NAFTASigned In 1994: Mexico, the United States and Canada signed a free trade agreement in 1994 that reduced trade barriers between the three countries. Though money was allowed to cross borders more freely, people were not. Millions of Mexican farm workers lost their jobs as cheap U.S. imports put Mexican farms out of business. Many of those migrants eventually wound up in the United States. Why It Matters: Many Americans think that Latinos leave their countries of origin in order to pursue the American dream. In fact, economic policies that dry up Latin American jobs drive illegal immigration more than the intangible lure of a foreign lifestyle. Prop 187: California Gov. Pete Wilson (R) championed this draconian referendum that would have made it illegal to provide public services, including schools and hospitals, to undocumented immigrants. Challenged in the courts, the law never went into effect. Why It Matters: Prop 187 paved the way for a long series of antiimmigrant legislation championed by nativists generally allied with the Republican Party. These laws, that many Latinos view as an attack on their communities, help to explain why the GOP consistently underperforms

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among Hispanic voters. Mexican-American Studies Banned In Arizona: Following allegations that an experimental Mexican-American Studies curriculum inTucson,Arizona politicized students, Republican politicians passed legislation to shut it down. Under pressure from state officials, the local board of education dismantled the program, credited by independent researchers with boosting student achievement and fostering critical thinking skills. A lawsuit challenging the legislation has been appealed to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Why It Matters: There are those in this country who feel so threatened by Hispanics that they refuse to let us learn our history. Largest Ethnic Group In The Most Populous U.S. State: Last year, Latinos became the largest ethnic group in the state of California, overtaking non-Hispanic whites. Why It Matters: Latinos constantly deal with the misperception that we're somehow more foreign than the other immigrant-descended people who live here. In fact, about two-thirds of U.S. Hispanics were born in this country. In places like California or New Mexico, where Latinos are the largest ethnic group, it's become increasingly impossible to deny that Latinos are as American as everyone else. "The Pill" Trials In Puerto Rico: Rico: Working class Puerto Rican women were used as human guinea pigs for the birth control pill during the late '50s. Many of them were not told the pill was experimental and were unaware of the potential negative side effects. Additionally, their symptoms were often ignored or thought to be psychosomatic. Three women who participated in the trial died. No investigation was ever conducted to see if the pill had caused their deaths. Why it matters: The pill is a birth control method most widely used by white women, women in their teens and twenties, never-married and cohabiting women, childless women and college graduates, reports the Guttmacher Institute. Somos Americanos, We are Americans!

¡Feliz mes de la Herencia Hispana!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 to October 15 I

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

n September 1968, Congress authorized President Lyndon B. Johnson to proclaim National Hispanic Heritage Week, which was observed during the week that included Sept. 15 and Sept. 16. The observance was expanded in 1988 by Congress to a month long celebration (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15), effective the following year. America celebrates the culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Sept. 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of the independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively. The U.S. Government, in want-

ing to recognize the accomplishments of Hispanic-American citizens created by Public Law 90-498 National Hispanic Heritage Week on September 17, 1968. The law was later amended by Public Law 100402 expanding the event to National Hispanic Heritage Month on August 17, 1988. What is a Hispanic? Let's start by saying what it is not. It is not a racial identification. Hispanic is more of a regional identification like saying "North American." What is a Hispanic? Hispanics come in all sizes and shapes. There are Jewish, Arab, Asian, Indian, Black and White Hispanics as well as brown. What most Americans perceive as brown is actually a mix of Indian and White. When Spanish explorers settled the Americas, they did not bring families with them like the English settlers did when they arrived in the U.S. The Spanish explorers were mostly soldiers and priests, etc. As a result, the soldiers intermarried with the Indian women they found in the

countries they explored. The result was a new racial identity known as mestizos. In time, mestizos became the middle class and the largest population. The U.S. Census Bureau defines Hispanic Origin as persons of Hispanic origin were identified by a question that asked for selfidentification of the person's origin or descent. Re s p onde nt s were asked to select their origin (and the origin of other household members) from a "f lash card" listing ethnic origins. Persons of Hispanic origin, in par ticular, were those

Septiembre. 15 fue elegido como punto de partida para la celebración, ya que es el aniversario de la independencia de cinco países latinoamericanos: Costa Rica, el Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras y Nicaragua. Además, México y chile celebran sus días de independencia el 16 de septiembre y el 16 de septiembre. 18, respectivamente. El Gobierno de los Estados Unidos, al querer reconocer los logros de los ciudadanos hispano-Americanos creados por el derecho público 90-498 la semana nacional de la herencia hispana el 17 de septiembre de 1968., la ley fue modificada posteriormente por la ley

pública 100-402 ampliando el evento a Mes Nacional de la herencia hispana el 17 de agosto de 1988. Qué es un hispano? Vamos a empezar diciendo lo que no es. No es una identificación racial. El Hispano es más bien una identificación regional como decir " América del norte." qué es un hispano? Los hispanos vienen en todos los tamaños y formas. Hay Hispanos, árabes, asiáticos, indios, negros y blancos, así como brown. Lo que la mayoría de los estadounidenses perciben como brown es en realidad una mezcla de indio y blanco. Cuando los exploradores españoles se las Américas, no familias con ellos como los

Celebra el mes de la herencia hispana

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA

n septiembre de 1968, el E congreso autorizó al presidente Lyndon B. Johnson para

proclamar la semana nacional del patrimonio hispano, que se observó durante la semana que incluía el 15 de septiembre y el 15 de septiembre. 16. La observancia fue ampliada en 1988 por el congreso a una celebración de un mes de duración (Septiembre. 15-Oct. 15), efectivo al año siguiente. América celebra la cultura y las tradiciones de los que rastro sus raíces en España, México y las naciones de habla hispana de América central, América del sur y el caribe.

who indicated that their origin was Mexican, Puerto

Rican, Cuban, Central or South American, or some other Hispanic origin. It should be noted that persons of Hispanic origin may be of any race.

gen hispano fueron identificadas por una pregunta que pidió que se auto el origen o la ascendencia de la persona. Se pidió a los encuestados que seleccionar su origen (y el origen de otros miembros del hogar) de una "tarjeta f lash" en la que se lista orígenes étnicos. Las personas de origen hispano, en particular, eran aquellas que indicaron que su origen era mexicano, puertorriqueño, cubano, central o sudamericano, o algún otro origen hispano. Cabe señalar que las personas de origen hispano pueden ser de cualquier raza.

colonos ingleses cuando llegaron a los Estados Unidos, los exploradores españoles eran en su mayoría soldados y sacerdotes, etc. Como resultado, los soldados se con las mujeres indias que encontraron en los países que que. El resultado fue una nueva identidad racial conocida como mestizos. Con el tiempo, los mestizos se se en la clase media y la población más grande. La oficina del censo de los estados unidos define el origen hispano como personas de oriSeptember/septiembre 2020, Vol. 14, Issue 9

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Anniversary

Raymond & Mary Ann Rodriguez,

51st as of Sept. 6, 1969

Anniversary Ezequiel Sr. & Lori Savedra, 28th as of Sept. 26, 1992

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Mariachi Mexico Lindo

Celebrates 10 Years of Performing

ariachi Mexico Lindo began M 10 years ago. The group was founded by the director of the

group, Oscar Castillo, who decided to venture off and start the mariachi group after being with another local mariachi for 13 years. He recognized the talent that existed in the South Plains area and thus began Mariachi Mexico Lindo (MML). The group takes pride in performing mariachi music that showcases a variety of styles. Mariachi Mexico Lindo mostly plays traditional mariachi music like sones and rancheras that everyone knows and loves – and even sing along. They also perform Country, Tejano, and Motown! They perform a mix of genres to entertain crowds. Currently, Mariachi México Lindo

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has nine members: three violinists, two trumpeters, a guitarrón, two guitarists, and a harpist. Their members come from all walks of life including teachers, nurses, full-time students, and more. But collectively, the group shares the love of Mariachi music and performing it with much joy. On violin, is Nathan Rangel, who has been playing 15 years and has been a member of Mariachi México Lindo for four years. Violinist Rosa Juarez has been playing violin for 16 years and has been a member of MML for a year and a half. Their violin section leader, Bertah Rodriguez, has been playing for 16 years and has been a member for the last 6 years. She also serves as the booking agent and social media

coordinator of the group. The MML trumpet section leader, who also plays the accordion is Alex Garcia, who has been playing trumpet for 16 years and has been with MML 10 years. Their second trumpeter is Michael Covarrubio who has been playing trumpet for 11 years and with the group for five years. The armonía section includes Conrad Bernal on guitarrón. He has been playing for 10 years and has been a member of two. On guitar are Jazmín Torres and Oscar Castillo. Jazmin has been playing guitar for 17 years and has been with the group since 2010. Oscar has been playing and performing for 25 years! And while not common to area mariachi groups, Dennis Carrizales plays the harp, and has done so for five years and has been a member since then. All nine members of Mariachi México Lindo are vocalists. “Mariachi music is so special, and it is such an honor for us to share our music with others. We have been blessed to celebrate everything from new beginnings to anniversaries and, sometimes, the bittersweet end that is a funeral,” said Castillo. “We thank the community from the bottom of our hearts for allowing us to share our passion for music with you for the last 10 years and we’re looking forward to many more to come!”

HAW 2020 BOARD MEMBERS: Elma Moreno, President; Loni Marie Eads, President-Elect; Martha Soliz, Vice-President; Leticia Rodriguez, Secretary; Shawna Hernandez,Treasurer; Sandy Cruz, Historian; Carmen Vige, Parliamentarian and Sylvia Juarez, Past President. Congratulations ladies!

MEANT TO BEE: The members of HAW held their annual annual membership drive and wore masks, which they temporarily removed for their photo. They enjoyed treats and their company.

En Aquellos Días…

sta mañana estaba haciendo de leche “del clavel” (Pet milk), el desayuna y me acorde le ponía poquita agua al bote y os Hermanos Familia will de los días cuando estábamos lo revolvía todo, luego lo cosía hold the 9th Annual West en la casa todos, nadie se había hasta que estuviera más Texas Latino Artist casado. Mi papa era el único espeso. Guisaba dos Art Show & Día que trabajaba, pero siemhuevos para mi de Los Muertos pre comíamos todos en la papa y le revolvía C e l e b r a c i ó n mesa. Mi mama podía los otros cuatro virtually on hacer milagros cada hora al greve. Ha Sunday, No- de comida. Con solo veces le echaba vember 1, seis huevos, nos servía un peliscon de 2020. The event a todos. Un día le preespauda al greve will showcase gunte, “¿Cómo dos daba para que se esthe work of Latino de comer a todos con ponjara y se hacía artist, showcase the talent tan poquito?” Me más. Como extraño of local performers; and are work- contesto: “Cuando a mi mama. Como se ing to offer products from partici- hago tortillas, n u n c a me hace que mañana voy a hacer pating vendors; as well as provide las cuento. Si c u e n t o greve con huevos para desayuchildren’s activities that offer cul- cada tortilla, no rinde la nar. Después les digo otros setural understanding, and more. comida”. Para el desayuno le cretos de mi mama. If you are interested in show- fría tres tajadas de tocino para mi casing art, performing, building papa y luego le ponía tres cuchaan altar, – please contact us at radas de harina al sartén y le re- Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith (806)792-1212. For more info visit volvía la manteca del tocino y grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and www.loshermanosfamilia.org/get- hacia greve. Habría un botecito enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas. involved, or call (806)792-1212. Copyright 2020 by Latino Lubbock Magazine All Rights reserved. September/septiembre 2020, Vol. 14, Issue 9

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Faith & Religion - Fe y religion

The Diocese of Lubbock's COVID-19 Update

or Catholics of the Diocese of F Lubbock, the Sunday Mass obligation continues to be dispensed until

GRACE AND GUADALUPANAS: Some of the members of the Our Lady of Grace Guadalupanas prepped bags of beans for their food distribution packages given to families impacted by COVID-19. The group then prepared bags, and gave them out. Thank you ladies for your graciousness! (OLG Photo/Margie Olivarez)

THREE DEACONS AND A GOLF CLUB: Deacons Jimenez, and Deacon Romo spared some time to support the KOC Council 11807 who held their annual golf tournament that raised funds for scholarships. Everyone enjoyed the day of fun in the sun!

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further notice. In a virtual speech by the Reverend Robert M. Coerver, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Lubbock, he said that after consultation with the Presbyteral Council it was recommended that they move into a new phase of reopening parish facilities for faith formation gatherings only, for those who are comfortable with in-person sessions right now. Beginning Sunday, September 27, the new policy may be implemented with the following requirements: • Masks are still mandatory at all times on parish/diocesan property, beginning at the age determined by the local school district • Social distancing of at least 6 feet must be observed except among members of the same household • Thorough sanitizing of surfaces must be done after any gathering • Non-worship spaces may be occupied at only less than 50% capacity • Any gathering of 10 people or

more must receive approval of the local Mayor • It is suggested that local health authorities be contacted to assure that all measures are in compliance with local regulations • Parish facilities may be used for faith formation classes/groups of children, youth, or adults if the above stipulations can be observed • No food or drink may be served during any session • Extra care must be taken to assure that, as people leave, they do not congregate in small groups on the parish property • In choosing who makes use of parish facilities, priority is to be given to formation groups preparing for Sacraments (RCIA, Confirmation, First Eucharist, First Reconciliation, Baptism) • The Pastor of each parish, in consultation with his staff and team of advisors, may determine the extent to which they can make their facilities available for faith formation gatherings; these stipulations may not be exceeded by any parish.

Actualización COVID-19 de la Diócesis

ara los católicos de la Diócesis P de Lubbock, la obligación de la misa dominical continúa dispensada

hasta nuevo aviso. En un discurso virtual del Reverendo Robert M. Coerver, Obispo de la Diócesis Católica de Lubbock, dijo que después de consultar con el Consejo Presbiteral se recomendó que pasaran a una nueva fase de reapertura de las instalaciones parroquiales solo para reuniones de formación en la fe, para aquellos que se sienten cómodos con las sesiones en persona en este momento. A partir del domingo 27 de septiembre, la nueva política puede implementarse con los siguientes requisitos: A partir del domingo 27 de septiembre, la nueva política puede implementarse con los siguientes requisitos: • Las máscaras siguen siendo obligatorias en todo momento en la propiedad parroquial / diocesana, a partir de la edad determinada por el distrito escolar local. • Se debe observar una distancia social de al menos 6 pies, excepto entre miembros del mismo hogar. • Se debe realizar una desinfección a fondo de las superficies después de

cualquier reunión. • Los espacios que no son de adoración pueden ocuparse a menos del 50% de su capacidad. • Cualquier reunión de 10 personas o más debe recibir la aprobación del alcalde local. • Se sugiere que se contacte a las autoridades sanitarias locales para asegurarse de que todas las medidas cumplan con las regulaciones locales. • Las instalaciones parroquiales se pueden utilizar para clases de formación de la fe / grupos de niños, jóvenes o adultos si se pueden observar las estipulaciones anteriores. • No se puede servir comida ni bebida durante ninguna sesión. • Se debe tener especial cuidado para asegurar que, cuando las personas se vayan, no se reúnan en pequeños grupos en la propiedad parroquial. • Al elegir quién hace uso de las instalaciones parroquiales, se dará prioridad a los grupos de formación que se preparan para los sacramentos (RICA, Confirmación, Primera Eucaristía, Primera Reconciliación, Bautismo). • El párroco de cada parroquia, en consulta con su personal y equipo de

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Church Bulletins LIFE CHAIN 2020 will be held Sunday, October 4th, from 2:00-3:00 PM, at 66th and Indiana. Signs will be provided for use. FOOD AND FAMILY SUPPORT FROM CATHOLIC CHARITIES available online at www.cclubbock.org. (806) 765-8475. Most are working remotely. Food for Your Family: Fill out a form for assistance at cclubbock.org/assistance. A case manager will call you to get additional information over the phone and via email. SUPPORT FOR YOUR FAMILY: Catholic Charities Youth and Family department is still here to help families’ mental and emotional health. Case managers can help with family conflict, stress, anxiety and more. To be contacted by a case manager, fill out a form at cclubbock.org/youth-andfamilies. HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS FOR TEENS, PARENTS, AND FAMILIES FREE event will focus on what healthy relationships look like at every level within a family: between siblings, spouses, parents, and children. Meals, Childcare, Door Prizes, and more will be provided! For more informaiton, www.cclubbock.org/workshop JAMAICAS/FIESTAS September 19 –Woodrow San Ramon ONLINE MASS – Check www.catholiclubbock.org/Covid-19 for a listing. YOUTH MINISTRY WEBINARS: The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) has resources against racism, including a free webinar series on how to apply the USCCB's pastoral letter, "Open Wide Our Hearts" in a ministry context. Details: www.nfcym.org/open-wideour-hearts COUNSELING: Affordable marriage and family counseling offered by Marriage & Family Life Office, in collaboration with TTU Marriage & Family Clinic. For appointment, call Dr. Nicole Springer at 806-7423074. DIVINE MERCY Chaplet online at https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/ devotions/novena PRAY THE ROSARY ONLINE at https://www.cathedralofmary.org/faithformation/resources/pray-the-rosary-online UNDERSTANDING THE SCRIPTURES online at https://catholicboard. com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www. catholic.org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews. com/

Neighborhood News & Resources NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are strongly recommending that all National Night Out 2020 areas celebrate on October 6th, the first Tuesday in October. 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. UTILITY ASSISTANCE- For Lubbock County residents. Help with energy bills or repairs to existing heating/AC units is available! Contact Neighborhood House at (806) 589-1907. La asistencia está disponible ahora para fracturas de energía y reparaciones a calentadores o aires acondicionados. Llama Neighborhood House en español a (806) 775-2706. Debes vivir en el Condado de Lubbock. NEXTDOOR allows you to keep up with your neighborhood at https://nextdoor.com/ news_feed/ 3-1-1 CITIZENS CALL CENTER provides citizens with direct access to NonEmergency City Services. Call takers are available 8 to 5 pm daily. HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd. 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.

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National Emergency

Preparedness Month 2020

eptember is National PreS paredness Month (NPM). It is a time to prepare yourself and

those in your care for emergencies and disasters. Police, fire and rescue may not always be able to reach you quickly in an emergency or disaster. As such, the most important step you can take in helping your local responders is being able to take care of yourself and those in your care. Be prepared and plan in the event you must go for three days without electricity, water service, access to a supermarket, or local services for several days. Follow these four steps: Stay Informed: Information is available from federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial resources. Access Ready.gov to learn what to do before, during, and after an emergency. Make a Plan: Discuss, agree on, and document an emergency plan

with those in your care. For sample plans, see Ready.gov. Work together with neighbors, colleagues, and others to build community resilience. Build a Kit: Keep enough emergency supplies - water, nonperishable food, first aid, prescriptions, flashlight, and battery-powered radio on hand - for you and those in your care. Get Involved: There are many ways to get involved especially before a disaster occurs. The whole community can participate in programs and activities to make their families, homes and places of worship safer from risks and threats. Community leaders agree that the formula for ensuring a safer homeland consists of volunteers, a trained and informed public, and increased support of emergency response agencies during disasters. By taking a few simple actions, you can make your family safer.

El mes de la concienciación del seguro de vida

eptiembre es el mes de preparación nacional (Prevención). Es un momento para prepararse a ti mismo y a los que están en tu cuidado para emergencias y desastres. La Policía, el fuego y el rescate pueden no ser siempre capaces de llegar rápidamente en una emergencia o desastre. Como tal, el paso más importante que puedes tomar para ayudar a tus agentes locales es ser capaz de cuidar de ti mismo y de los que están a tu cuidado. Estar preparado y planificar en caso de que usted debe ir durante tres días sin electricidad, servicio de agua, acceso a un supermercado, o servicios locales durante varios días. Siga estos cuatro pasos: Mantente informado: se dispone de información de los recursos federales, estatales, locales, tribales y territoriales. Acceso listo. Gov para aprender qué hacer antes, durante, y después de una emergencia. Hacer un plan: discutir, acordar y documentar un plan de emergencia con los que estén a su cuidado.

Para los planes de muestra, ver lista. Gobernador. Trabajar junto con vecinos, colegas y otros para aumentar la capacidad de recuperación de la comunidad. Construir un kit: mantener suficientes suministros de emergencia agua, comida no, primeros auxilios, recetas, linterna, y una radio alimentada con batería a mano - para usted y los que están en su cuidado. Participa: hay muchas formas de participar especialmente antes de que ocurra un desastre. Toda la comunidad puede participar en programas y actividades para que sus familias, hogares y lugares de culto sean más seguros frente a los riesgos y las amenazas. Los dirigentes de la comunidad están de acuerdo en que la fórmula para garantizar una seguridad interior más segura consiste en voluntarios, un público formado e informado, y un mayor apoyo de los organismos de respuesta ante situaciones de emergencia durante los desastres. Al tomar algunas acciones simples, puedes hacer que tu familia sea más segura.

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ave you ever asked the quesH tion, “God where are you”? Or maybe you’ve asked God for

direction or asked a question and wondered if He was even hearing you or questioned, is He even speaking. God hasn’t left! There is no question about it, God is still SPEAKING today. Sometimes we aren’t listening or can’t connect to the right frequency and the reason is, we are listening to other voices. Growing up in an era when cable television was just starting, we had what we called “rabbit ears” on our television. They served as an antenna so we could get reception on our tv. We would even wrap aluminum foil around the tops of the antenna to help get better reception.

Your TV had to pick up the right reception in order to receive a clear picture and sound. We have to be on the right frequency to get a good reception. Asked the Lord today to help you focus on Him, on His voice. There are a lot of voices in this world and only one voice that really matters. A.W Tozer once said “The facts are that God is not silent, has never been silent. It is the nature of God to speak.” Prayer: Lord speak today, our Families desperately need you! We are Listening! Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 30 years.

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Veteran's & First Responder Affairs

Thank a Police Officer Day September 19, 2020

ational Thank a Police OfN ficer Day is Sept. 19, 2020. This day was

BACK TO SCHOOL RIDERS: Various individuals and clubs participated in the Back to School Ride to benefit Children's Home of Lubbock! Way to go!

started as a way for the country to show appreciation to law enforcement men and women. Police officers put their lives on the line daily to protect and serve our communities. Citizens are encouraged to take a moment on Sept. 16th to show appreciation through small

acts of gratitude. If you are a teacher or parent, have the children write a short note thanking the police or invite one of them to speak to your class sometime. If you have a business display sign, honor them with a “Thank You.” On any given day, the smallest gesture of a “thank you” is what any police officer appreciates the most.

El mes de la concienciación

del seguro de vida es septiembre

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HONORING OTHERS: Honor Guard Members took time to pose before the Monument of Courage dedication. They did a 21 gun salute.

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financiero general de la familia. Asegúrese de que el establecimiento de objetivos y la idea de un futuro financiero sólido sean parte de la charla. Un seguro de vida puede ayudarle a usted y su familia a alcanzar los sueños y objetivos de su lista de deseos familiares, incluso cuando se enfrentan situaciones difíciles. ¿Sabía usted? • La conversación sobre el seguro de vida es incómoda - Cuando se trata de los temas más importantes de la vida, es mayor el porcentaje de padres que se sienten cómodos hablando con sus hijos sobre drogas y alcohol (55 %), religión (53 %) y política (44 %) que el porcentaje relacionado con charlas sobre seguros de vida (38 %), finanzas familiares (36 %) o sexo/pubertad (30 %). • Los padres cuentan - El 45 % de los estadounidenses supo del seguro de vida gracias a un familiar. Las mujeres mencionaron como su fuente principal de información con más frecuencia a sus madres (21 %), mientras que los hombres mencionaron a sus padres (22 %). Convertirse en padres es el acontecimiento principal que impulsa a las personas a obtener una cobertura de seguro (37 %); sin embargo, solo el 51 % de los padres tienen pólizas de seguro de vida individual fuera del trabajo. • La mayoría de las familias crean presupuestos para vacaciones/

teléfonos celulares antes que para el seguro de vida - Más de 7 de cada 10 padres consideran que el seguro de vida es importante (71 %) y más de tres cuartos afirman que cumple un papel importante en sus planes financieros generales (78 %); sin embargo, solo el 59 % de los padres modificarían sus presupuestos para adquirir un seguro de vida. Un porcentaje mayor de padres estarían dispuestos a modificar sus presupuestos para poder pagar televisión por cable (76 %), vacaciones familiares (69 %) o planes y teléfonos celulares para cada miembro de la familia (62 %), comparado con el seguro de vida. • Curva de conocimiento - El 78 % de los estadounidenses consideran que, al menos, tienen algo de conocimiento sobre seguros de vida. Sin embargo, uno de cada cinco (22 %) siente que no tiene conocimiento sobre seguros de vida • Más que beneficios por fallecimiento - El 44 % de los estadounidenses creen que "solo se puede acceder a los beneficios del seguro de vida cuando muere la persona asegurada". Sin embargo, muchas pólizas ofrecen beneficios mientras el titular de la póliza se encuentra con vida. Se puede acceder a estos "beneficios en vida" para pagar gastos de la universidad, la jubilación o gastos de emergencia elegibles (esto puede reducir el beneficio por fallecimiento o el valor en efectivo). (In English, p.8 )

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Veteran & Military Connection TSTC'S VETERAN SERVICES program allows area military veterans to take advantage of a scholarship opportunity to attend Texas State Technical College, visit https://www.tstc.edu/ veterans PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598. VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services. It helps find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www. helpourmilitaryheroes.org WOUNDED WEAR Provide free fashionable clothing kits and modifications to wounded warriors that empower them to rediscover the hero within. (757) 773-8079 http://www. woundedwear.org/ CANINE COMPANIONS for Independence Assistance dogs for veterans with disabilities (800) 572-2275 www.cci. org

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Photos & Memories - AquĂ y Alla Back to School Fiesta

Kids took time to pose with Raider Red.

Students were given school supplies.

Teens also needed supplies for the school year.

Masks up, Guns Up by a future student.

School Supply Drive Up at the Trejo Center

Families patiently waited for school supplies.

The kids enjoyed the drive-up experience.

These little cuties are ready to go back to school!

Monument of Courage Dedication

The children were excited to pose for Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Veterans and their families came out to support the Gold Star Families were excited to see the monument The Morins were proud of the monument and to honor The monument is located at 4001 82nd St. in Henry dedication. come into fruition. their son's legacy. Huneke Park.

KOC #11807 Golf Tournament - Part 1

The KOC Golf tournament to catch up with friends.

The event attracted over 30 teams.

Golfers enjoyed the great outdoors and golfed for a Proceeds of the event benefited the scholarship progreat cause. gram.

September/septiembre 2020, Vol. 14, Issue 9

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Memoriam/memorial Memorials & Memoriams

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Jose Hernandez, 72, of Lubbock died August 22, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Jose was born on May 25, 1948 in Laredo, Texas to Manuel V. Hernandez and Angelina Guerrero Hernandez and was raised in Laredo. His family moved to Lubbock, where he worked alongside his father and brothers as a carpenter. He married his true love, Victoria “Vickie” Basaldua on August 6, 1967 in Lubbock, and they had two children. He was a master cabinet and spent 50 years building homes, cabinets, and during his retirement; he made crosses. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife, Vickie Hernandez of Lubbock, two daughters, Patti Shaffer (Todd) of Fort Worth and Priscilla Kelley of Lubbock, 9 siblings, Irene Hernandez, Ralph Hernandez and wife, Bobby, Margie Rodriquez and husband, Manuel, Noel Hernandez, Manuel Hernandez, Maria Perez, Mary Ortiz and husband, Jose, Juanita Massie, and Teresa Hernandez, 3 grandchildren, Anthony Alvarez, Ashlea D. Winking, and Victoria A. Alvarez, and 1 great grandson, Greyson Alvarez. He was preceded in death by his parents and 3 sisters, Victoria Hernandez, Connie Garcia, and Lupe Hernandez. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

NICANOR Z. ZAMORA MENDEZ, SR., 82, of Lubbock passed away on August 20, 2020. He was born August 4, 1938 in La Pryor, Texas to Antonio and Juanita (Zamora) Mendez. He married Irene Flores in 1955 in Lubbock. Nicanor spent his time refinishing furniture. He had a love for the Dallas Cowboys and watching westerns. Nicanor was of the Catholic faith. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Irene Mendez; his children, Isabel Mendez, Nicanor Mendez, Jr. (Rosemary), Cecilia Garcia, and David Mendez (Gloria); siblings, Teresa Arcos, Julia Olivarez, Mandi Fuentes (Anthony), and George Z. Mendez; and four granddaughters that he raised as his own, Juanita Dominguez (Daniel), Patricia Mendez, Stephanie Guzman (Joe), and Gina Mendez; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, David; and six siblings.

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ROSIE A. TORRES was born in Laredo, TX on September 18, 1937 to Pilar Sr. and Paula Arredondo who preceded her in death. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 12, 2020, at the age of 82 years. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of over 41 years, Mike Torres; two brothers, Frank and Pilar Jr. Arredondo. She leaves behind her children; Mark Anthony Torres (Rebecca) and Michelle Torres Harrison (Mark), grandchildren; Izaque, Xavier, Zachary, Danielle and Emily, sisters; Grace Ornelas and Maria Narvaiz, four brothers; Gonzalo, Albert, Sergio and Jesse Arredondo, and by numerous other family and friends. Rosie worked for over 30 years as a floral designer, and spent her time off serving her God, Church and Community Rosie was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church and will be remembered for her continued service.

“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn

R O B E R T O MATA, 67, of Lubbock, went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on August 16, 2020. He graduated from Ralls High School and worked as a farmer before starting a career as a Certified Nurse's Aide in which he met his future wife Maria Luisa Gonzalez-Mata and later held positions in law enforcement, security, and pharmacy clerk until retirement. He was a devout Christian and attended Ralls First Baptist Church and Lubbock Trinity Church. Roberto is survived by 3 children: Yvette (Cardell) Griffin of Lubbock, Sylvia (Rodney) Alardin of Lubbock, and Antonio (Patricia) Gonzalez of Zachary, Louisiana; 10 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren. His sisters Patricia (Timothy) Cumbo of North Carolina, Maria (Ambrosio) Arevalo of Lubbock, Margot Mosqueda of North Carolina, and Joann Ponciano of Lubbock. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife Maria Luisa Gonzalez-Mata; his parents Torivio Mata and Celia Gonzalez-Mata; his sister Veronica Velasquez; and his brothers-in-law Junior Mosqueda and Gilbert Ponciano.

ESPERANZA CASTILLO, 66 of Lubbock passed away August 14, 2020. She was born August 10, 1954 to Theodore and Irene (Molina) Villafranco in Berclair, Texas. Esperanza was an EVS Supervisor for Covenant Medical Center. She was a member of Alliance Baptist Church. She will be deeply missed. Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Dolores Elias (Richard), Michelle Esparza (Ricky), Rene Castillo (Adam), Sandra Quevedo (Joseph); her boyfriend of 22 years, Antonio Garcia; siblings, Yolanda Reyes, Linda Monjaraz, Rosa Castilleja, Armando Reyes, Elsa Gomez, Arnulfo Reyes; her ex-husband and friend, Vicente Castillo, Jr. She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Oscar and Jay; and two sisters, Janie and Mary.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

ARTURO “ART” TAGLE JR., 47, of Lubbock, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2020. He was born on December 14, 1972 in Slaton, Texas to Harturo Sr. and Norma Tagle. Arturo was a truck driver for numerous years, he also loved to cruise. Arturo’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his family. Survivors include his loving parents Hartuto Sr. and Norma Tagle; son Andrew Davis of Ft. Worth; daughter Arian Tagle of Lubbock; a girlfriend Eva Baca of Lubbock; brother Manuel Tagle of Shallowater; sister Linda Tagle of Lubbock; spouse Rita Tagle of Lubbock; step children Patricia Vela, Anthony Vela and Paul Vela Jr. all of Lubbock; Grandsons Eythan Perez and Apollo Rangel both of Lubbock and nine additional grandchildren. CARMEN CASTRO passed away on August 17, 2020. She was born on March 28, 1930, to Bonifacio and Guadalupe Castro in Post, Texas. Survivors include her siblings Barney Castro, Isaac Castro, and wife, Julia; Anna Vaca and husband, Caleb; Martha Sanchez and, husband, Eli; Vic Castro, Becky Silva and husband, Josh; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bonifacio and Guadalupe Castro; siblings, JL Castro, Albert Castro, Abel Castro, Juanita Martinez, Esther Ibarra, and Lupe Castro. NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

GUADALUPE PEREZ, 83, went to be with the Lord on August 9, 2020. She was born in Rio Grande, TX on April 8, 1937 to Secundino and Guadalupe Rodriguez who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Cruz Perez, Sr. (Married in Cameron, TX in 1959); a son, Cruz Perez, Jr.; one granddaughter, Heather Perez; and by four sisters and seven brothers. Guadalupe was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church for many years. She loved roses of all kinds and was able to tell you what they were. She leaves behind her children; Belinda Trevino, Arnold Perez, Yolanda Hernandez (Luis), Gracie Garza (Tony Ramirez), Lupe Reyes (Randy), Larry Perez (Joann Franco) and David Perez; and by 31 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins MARY AGUILAR, 77, of Lubbock passed away August 20, 2020. She was born November 3, 1942 in Karnes City, Texas to Antonio and Raefela Aguilar. Mary married the love of her life, Benito Aguilar on September 16, 1962. She worked as a cosmetologist from 1972 until retiring in 1986 at which time she stayed home to care for her family. She was a member of Church on the Rock, serving on the hospitality team and she was a faithful saint to the church. Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Minerva Bonin (Michael), David Aguilar (Gayla), Irene Munoz (Michael), Lorrie Alvarado (Paul), Angelique Aguilar and Benjamin Aguilar; 19 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and numerous brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Benito on July 5, 2020; one son; and four grandchildren. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

LISA VILLEGAS, 51, of Lubbock died July 6, 2020. She was born May 22, 1969 in Abernathy where she grew up and attended school. Lisa married Hector Villegas on June 28, 1991 in Lubbock. She worked for CMA Insurance for more than 10 years before retiring February 14, 2020 to spend time with her grandchildren. She was a Godly woman who cared deeply for God, her family, and those she came across. She is survived by her husband, Hector; children, Victor Villegas (Janie), and Victoria Villegas of Lubbock; parents, Quirino Mata and America Herbert, both of Abernathy; siblings, Belinda Soto husband (Bill), and Mike Perez, all of Abernathy; three grandchildren; and in-laws, Horacio and Noemi Villegas of Abernathy.

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In Loving Memory of Genoveva “Beva” Castro Perez Sept. 17, 2004

Beva, You are still thought of, missed and remembered. Seeing your smile even in photos brings us joy. Love, Your family and friends

OLGA P. SANCHEZ, 66, was born to Juan and Julianna Pena in Lockney, TX on November 21, 1953 and passed away on August 18, 2020. Olga is survived by husband Luis Sanchez, daughters Angie Vasquez and Jessica Christopher - husband Tyrone Christopher, grandchildren Georgina, David, Jeremy, Chassidy, Cecilia, Shelby, Cherokee, Trevon, Jaishon, 11 great grandchildren and 10 brothers & sister. Olga was a loving wife, mother and grand and great grandmother. JUAN GABRIEL LUERA, 42, of Slaton passed away August 20, 2020. He was born October 21, 1977 in Lamesa to Willie and San Juana Luera. He met his high school sweetheart and the love of his life Brenda Vargas March 14,1995. They married on May 2, 2009. Juan was a correctional officer at the TDCJ Monfort Unit for 22 years where he was loved by all his coworkers. He is survived by his wife Brenda Luera, daughters, Aurora of Brownwood, and Anelise of Slaton; son, Alberto of Slaton; mother, San Juana of O’Donnell; brothers, Nino (Nicole) of Lubbock and Valentin (Rosario) of O’Donnell; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his dad, Willie Luera; his grandparents, Albert and Aurora Luera and Jose Isabel and Isabel Flores.

September Prayer A PRAYER FOR TODAY Holy God and Loving Father, thank you for giving me the gift of the Holy Spirit, through whom I have the ultimate assurance that you hear my words, my thoughts, and my heart when I pray. In Jesus' name. Amen. "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with God’s will." ~ Romans 8:26-27

Kid's Activities Page

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Meet Pico the bilingual gallo (rooster).

The Gallo

He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Pico is getting ready for

Hispanic Heritage Month September 15th to October 15th! He is learning about culture, and preparing for a fiesta!

Let's Get Ready for Hispanic Heritage Month!

We'll prepare for the Grito, go to a fiesta, read a book, and learn about our culture!

Can you shout a Grito like Pico?

Color the Mexican flag

Do you know what kind of bird is in the middle of the flag? Circle one of the following answers.

a. chicken b. eagle c. duck

What colors are in the Mexican flag like the one’s Pico is carrying in the parade? Fill in the blanks. _ r _ e _, wh _ _ _ and r_ _

Read a book titled In My Family by Carmen Lomas Garza

“Grito de Dolores” (“Cry of Dolores”) was the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence, uttered on September 15, 1810 by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Roman Catholic priest from the small town of Dolores, near Guanajuato. On the eve of September 16th.

El Grito de la Independencia Mexican Independence Day a L noche del 15 de sep-

tiembre del 1810 pasó a la historia como uno de los acontecimientos más significativos para el país de Mexico, ya que en esa fecha tuvo lugar el “Grito de Independencia”, hecho protagonizado por el Padre de la Patria, don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla en la población de Dolores, Guanajuato. Hidalgo, como muchos otros mexicanos, adoptó los ideales independentistas que desde 1809 se extendían por el país a través de grupos liberales. Uno de éstos, el de Querétaro, encabezado por el corregidor Miguel Domínguez y su esposa, Josefa Ortiz, contaba a Hidalgo entre sus integrantes desde el año de 1810. Varios oficiales del Regimiento de Dragones de la Reina, entre ellos Ignacio Allende, Ignacio Aldama y Mariano Abasolo se unirían algún tiempo después a los con-

spiradores de Querétaro. Hidalgo se dedicó entonces a reclutar partidarios y a comprar o construir armamento. Sin embargo, a principios de septiembre de 1810, la conspiración de Querétaro fue descubierta por el Gobierno Virreinal. Allende había llegado a Dolores la noche del 14 de septiembre, pero tanto él como Hidalgo ignoraban las consecuencias de haber sido descubiertos. Para entonces, varios de los conspiradores habían sido aprehendidos, pero dona Josefa Ortiz, durante la noche del 15 envió un mensaje al pueblo de Dolores, avisando a Hidalgo y los demás libertadores sobre el inminente peligro que corrían. Sin esperas más tiempo, Hidalgo marchó a la cárcel de Dolores y puso en libertad a los presos, a quienes dotó con armas de la policía y el Regimiento de la Reina. Durante la madrugada, Hidalgo tocó la campana de la iglesia para convocar al pueblo y al reunirse la multitud en el atrio de la parroquia, pronunció la histórica arenga y al grito de “Viva la América y mueran los gachupines”, se lanzó a la lucha en pos de la independencia de México.

l 15 September 1810 is the day of the E "Grito de Dolores" or Miguel Hidalgo's call to take up arms against Spanish colo-

nial government. The movement that led to Mexico's independence began on September 16, 1810. Miguel Hidalgo is regarded as the "Father of Independence". Hidalgo, a criollo Catholic priest, called his parishioners to arms with his now-famous Grito ("Shout") de Dolores, in the small town of Dolores (now Dolores Hidalgo) to Chihuahua. He marched to Guanajuato, where the Spanish barricaded themselves in a grain warehouse. El Pípila, a miner who burned down the doors, gave Hidalgo the first victory of the independence movement. With Ignacio Allende, he defeated Spanish forces at the battle of Monte de las Cruces, just out-

side Mexico City. But rather than pressing to the capital, he retreated to Guanajuato and spent the rest of the war fleeing from a bolstered royalist army. His forces occupied Guadalajara but then were pushed northward toward the U.S. border, where they hoped to find refuge. The Spanish army caught up with Hidalgo in the state o f Jalisco and convicted him of treason. He was executed by firing squad in Chihuahua in 1811, and his head was put on public display in Guanajuato for 10 years.

¡C e l e b r a t e , c e l e b r a!

Hispanic Heritage Month, mes de la Herencia Hispana