Latino Lubbock Magazine Volume 15, June/junio 2021 ~ "I'm proud of you!" by Latino Lubbock Magazine

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s we e m bark on another year of graduations, I'm so proud of the families and their g r a du at es that have t u r ne d something like a pandemic that was bad into something good like safe celebrations and outdoor graduations. I must say, I rather enjoy the convocation outdoors. I still recall my own graduation evening. I remember getting ready and then arriving at the Lubbock Coliseum a couple of hours before. Each of my classmates and I was given a penny to give to our principal Know Williams as he handed us our diplomas. Our class was almost 700, so his pockets were full of pennies. After, the ceremony I remember

seeking out my parents. I remember my dad hugging me proudly much like this month's cover, which brings together graduation and Father's Day. The best part is that my mom took a picture of that moment that is so significant in the captured memories of my life. I remember thanking my parents for their support. Unfortunately, I couldn't find it to share withyu all. Interestingly enough, as I reflect on my own high school graduation, I also reflect on my dad's - when he graduated from South Plains College. I know the commitment it took for him to achieve his college degree. He was an inspiration to us. He worked during the day, and attended classes in the evening. At his graduation ceremony, I was the one who photographed the event with the camera my parents had given me for Christmas. I was about 10 yearsold. It was much later that my mom Janie Castañeda graduated and received her GED. We were so proud of her because despite being

a non-traditional student, she applied herself and achieved something she always wanted. During that time I saw my mom bloom and grow with empowerment. After that, she continued to strive and achieve everything she ever wanted to do. My parents were great examples for us because they proved that no matter the age or the time in our life we had to be true to our selves and strive for our best lives. As a result, out of their six children, all of us have received degrees, and in some cases multiple! I was the first to obtain a degree from Texas Tech University. More so, the first to see my own daughter obtain her Bachelors and then her Masters degrees. During the pandemic we saw many folks begin virtual courses and some are even graduating from that, which goes to show that we can turn all tough situations into good expereinces. As can be see, it doesn't matter the circumstance, your age, your economic issues, your family situation - if you want a higher education bad enough it is achievable!

Latino Lubbock Magazine is committed to higher education and features scholarship info monthly, along with tips to prepare students, but again you got to seek the information and then follow-through.As can be seen the colleges universitites in our area are committed to your education. In our June issue we are very proud to showcase graduates who submitted photos. We wish them and all of the Class of 2019 the very best in their future endeavors and in their higher education aspirations. Also, Latino Lubbock Magazine wishes all the dads a Happy Father's Day, Feliz Día de los Padres, (June 20). Daddy, Jose J. Martinez, I love you! Also, as special shout out to my hubby, Frank Garcia/ Pappa Bear, who is the best dad ever! May God Always Bless you! I urge you to visit our website at www.latinolubbock.net for all the info you may need or to read Latino Lubbock Magazine. You can also reach us at (806)792-1212 or (806) 544-6526. And of course, please keep sending us your

news and info. Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly. Please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. Thank you for your support and May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo en abril y siempre! ¡Happy Father's Day y Feliz Día de los Padres!Mask up! Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia, Publisher/Owner & Latino Market Specialist “Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective” Celebrating 15 Years of Commitment to our Community

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“We are making very real decisions about access to educational resources without even having a full understanding of what we’re talking about. I can speak to this because I literally spent 10 years getting a Ph.D. in this, in which I have seen the opposite of what you describe happen” ~ Rep. Mary González, D-El Paso, who argued last month about TX HB1504 about how ‘critical race theory’ came to dominate education debates in Texas and says, to teachers and schools, “don’t you dare teach that to our children,” she said. The majority of public school students in Texas are children of color.

"I'm Proud of You"

This month's cover features a picture of a graduate and her dad. It made me a little emotional as it reminded me of my own high school graduation when my dad, who often did not show affection gave me a hug and told me how proud he was of me. I still treasure that day, and I'm forever thankful to both my parents for guiding me and giving me the roots to grow and spread my branches. Latino Lubbock Magazine congratulates all graduates and wishes all dads a very happy Father's Day! ¡Felicidades!

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“El muchacho malcriado dondequiera encuentra padre." The ill-mannered child finds a father wherever he goes.

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday! June/Junio

Mattie Ruelas 6/1 Max Ledesma 6/1 Meygan Rodriquez 6/2 Devlin Cantu 6/2 Jacintha Bitela 6/2 Marisa Ortiz 6/2 Gavin Joseph Macias 6/3 Meacheala Fernandez 6/4 Jeffery Bitela 6/5 Christian Salinas 6/6 Mariah Salinas 6/6 Adrianna Y Trevino 6/6 Eloisa Abeyta 6/6 Joaquin E. Solis 6/6 Joe Gaitan Sr. 6/6 Mariah Salinas 6/6 Matthew Tracy 6/7 Issac Caudillo 6/7 Italise Rivera 6/7 Miguel Flores 6/7 Oralia Rene Santiago 6/7 Ninfa Guillen 6/8 Steve G. Estrada 6/8 Anthony Ponciano 6/8 Debbie McIntire 6/8 D.J. Salinas 6/9 Larainne Barron 6/9 Michelle Lopez 6/9 Royce De Los Santos 6/9 Marlena Martinez 6/10 Paxton Pugh 6/10 Kristian Cardenas 6/10 Paxtin Pugh 6/11 Jonathan Ramos 6/11 Aaron Vidales 6/11 Jace Sapiro 6/11 Gary Martinez 6/12 Juanita Montez 6/12 Janie Flores 6/12 Robert Mitchel Saldaña 6/13 Christina Presnall 6/13 Louisa Voca 6/13 Rachel Garcia 6/13 Karen Yocom 6/13 Celia Juarez 6/14 Briana Pauda 6/14 Anthony Ray Ortiz 6/14 Saul Sanchez 6/14

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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Roy Esquivel 6/14 Soloman Saloman 6/15 Reuben De Los Santos 6/15 Joe Garza 6/15 Guadalupe Almaguer 6/16 Marcus Anthony Aguirre 6/16 Michelle Rivera 6/16 Daniel Navarrette 6/16 Mike Castro 6/16 Ophelia Leos 6/16 Anna Tamez 6/16 Adolfo Perez 6/17 Meagan Abeyta 6/17 Polex Petty 6/17 Tony Galvan 6/17 Tony Valdez 6/17 Veronica Tello 6/17 Tony Valdez 6/17 Polex Petty 6/17 Angel Lopez 6/18 Armando G. Ramirez 6/18 Robert “Bull” Montez 6/18 Miguel Garcia 6/21 Sergio Mendez 6/21 Melanie Luna Gonzales 6/21 Mary Castro-Rodriguez 6/23 David Rey Castro 6/25 Gabriel Pauda 6/25 Jose Carlos "Joey" Martinez 6/25 Victor Antonio Isaac Munoz 6/26 Vicky Solano 6/26 Anita Bencomo 6/27 David Taylor 6/27 Herman Hernández 6/27 Derek S. Juárez 6/27 Martin P. Lopez 6/27 Albert John Ortiz 6/27 Javi Otero 6/28 Rachel Rodriquez 6/28 Delma Guzman 6/28 Pete Garza 6/28 Xavier Caudillo 6/28 Rosa Ramirez 6/28 Nellie Sanchez 6/29 Sam Calixto Montez 6/29 Martin Rivera 6/30 Robert Esquivel 6/30 Priscilla Olguin 6/30

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Opinion/opinión

Why We Need a Center for Mexican American & Latina/o Studies at TTU

ometime ago, I sat in front S of my laptop to check my calendar and email. In my inbox was

a message from a former student, Dylan, who graduated this May 2021. He reached out to thank me for a class he took three years ago called, “History of Mexican Americans in the United States.” He wrote that it was not only his “favorite class” but it “really helped [him] figure out what [he] truly enjoyed learning about, and that was [his] people.” The student went on to say that the course content taught him things he wasn’t aware, and he reflected on the struggles and consequences endured by his ancestors. Dylan continued to express how the class encouraged him to complete his degree because he wanted to buck any stereotypes Latinos are often assigned. You know the ones, “they don’t care about education” or “they can’t make it at university.” Dylan is now a proud graduate of a top-tier university and pursuing his chosen career. Dylan’s experience in taking one course centered on his ethnic Mexican heritage encapsulates

the continued need for that is comprehensive, Mexican American and complex, and intellectually Latina/o/x studies (MALS) stimulating. Mexican and critical race theory in American Studies is not our university curriculum. a niche discipline but one As of 2019, 11.25 million that seeks to serve and self-identified Hispanics improve the challenging live in Texas and 83% and unique conditions of them are of Mexican many Latinos experience. descent. Mexican However, it is more than Americans nationwide just the numbers and rich make up almost 2/3 of the history of the Mexican overall Latino population Dr. Miguel Levario American and Latina/o with Puerto Ricans a communities that the distant second at almost discipline is necessary 10%. Demographics alone demand in the university curriculum and that our curriculum acknowledge space. It is about all of us, the entire the presence and storied history of community. It is about our country Mexican Americans and Latinas/ and its evolution that includes both os/x in the United States and assert progress and regression. itself as part of the American cannon. Ethnic studies programs and a Texas Tech as a newly anointed Center for Mexican American & “Hispanic Serving Institution” Latina/o Studies allows for students (H.S.I.) owes its status to the nearly of ALL backgrounds to learn more 10,000 Latino students who attend about the culture, legacies, struggles, the university and comprise nearly and triumphs of Latinos who share 28% of the overall student body. The this space we call the United States university is obligated to serve its of America. Teaching MALS is students, especially its Latino student about inclusion and not about body, with a world-class education discrimination. Commonalities and

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differences among various ethnic groups can be recognized, analyzed, and celebrated as a whole when all voices are heard. The call for a Center for Mexican American & Latina/o Studies is not about a reckoning but rather a reconciliation that restores the promise and idealism of the university through the embrace and inclusion of everyone’s experience. I would be remiss as a historian if I didn’t call on the value of knowing our past, to better understand our present, and envision a better future. Dylan closed his email with “thank you for the lessons.” The lesson learned is that our flagship university needs to support our students and fund a Center for Mexican American and Latina/o Studies. Latino bodies hold up the university’s status as a H.S.I, now it is time they reciprocate and give their students a center they can call home. Dr. Miguel A. Levario, Associate Professor of US History & Mexican American/Chicano Studies at Texas Tech University.

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Community & Event Brieflies SUMMER HIGH NOON CONCERT ON WEDNESDAYS every Wednesday from June to August from 12 pm (noon) to 1 pm at the Lubbock County Courthouse Gazebo. This is a FREE concert for everyone. LUBBOCK JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION East Lubbock Community Alliance announces events for SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2021. Parade 10 am, Health Fair 12 to 4 pm; Gospel Extravaganza at 4 pm, at Mackenzie State Park. FREE. 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: 1-800-621-0508. • En espanol - www.unidosus.org/issues/ health/articles/coronavirus-span 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 for Tuesday, April 13, 2021; and Tuesday, April 27, 2021, from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.. Please contact us no later than 5 p.m., the day before clinic date to reserve your spot. 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. Visit Latino Lubbock Magazine online at www.latinolubbock.net to read a copy of the monthly issue, or to submit news and info, view our events calendar and more!

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Politics/ política

Permit-Free Gun Carrying Legislation Closer

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it made it through the legislature. "I'll be signing it," he said in a radio interview on WBAP last month. "I support it and I believe it should reach my desk and we should have 'constitutional carry' in Texas." The bill passed the state's legislative chambers earlier this month but was sent to a conference committee to work out differences in changes made by each side. The committee reached an agreement on the bill Friday. The Texas Senate on Monday approved the bill, after the Texas House passed it on Sunday. Texas already allows citizens to carry rifles openly without a license. Under current Texas law, residents must have a license to carry an open or concealed handgun. As part of the licensing process, residents must submit a fingerprint, undergo a background check, participate in a training course and pass a shooting proficiency test. The bill would require the Texas Department of Public Safety to post a free online course on firearm safety and handling on its website.

or training. Last month the Texas legislature approved the final version of a permitless carry gun bill, sending the legislation to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's desk for his signature. House Bill 1927 would allow individuals 21 and older who can legally possess a firearm in the state to carry a handgun in public places without a permit. Texas joins a handful of other conservative-led states that have passed measures this year allowing some form of permitless carry and expanded gun rights at the state level, as President Joe Biden took action to institute some limited gun restrictions and is calling on Congress to do more in the wake of high-profile mass shootings. Once signed, the bill will go into effect in September and Texas, which has a strong gun culture, would be by far the largest state to allow its gun owners to carry weapons in public without a license. Abbott, a Republican, has already indicated he would sign the bill once 3.5” x 2.5” | Maximum Font Size: 30 pt

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Former State Rep. Froy Salinas, LBK's First Hispanic Lawmaker, Dies at 81

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

he Honorable Froylan "Froy" T Salinas, 81, the only Hispanic ever to represent a Panhandle/

South Plains district in the Texas Legislature died, May 10, 2021. He served from 1977 through 1985, and was a native of Tahoka. In 2017, he talked about how he campaigned for 14 months and really connected with the public. He had held a career in insurance, which taught him to communicate well with the public. It also propelled his finances which allowed him to be able to afford to run for office. “I talked to a lot of people, door to door, wasn’t particular, I talked to everyone – brown, black, white… everybody,” he said. Salinas shared that he was a member of LULAC for over 54 years adding that this background game him the experience and understanding about politics. “I give a lot of credit to the LULAC organization for giving me the knowledge,” he said. Incidentally, the confidence to sue the State of Texas for singlemember districts in 1971. “Prior to that it was difficult for minorities to run for office or win, but after that law suit it became easier statewide,” he said his election to House District 83 became possible thanks to the 1971 redistricting. “The district was only 32 percent Latino and black and 68 percent white, but people thought it was a minority district, so I was elected,” he said. “In those days it was very hard for a Latino, an AfricanAmerican or any other ethnic minority to get elected to anything in Texas, not just in West Texas.” His election happened a few years after Lubbock, had officially lifted racial discrimination against Hispanics and all other ethnic minorities, Salinas recalled. “I still remember the signs on restaurant doors and windows saying no Mexicans or dogs allowed,” Moreover, at that time District 83 was a one-county district, representing half of Lubbock County’s population and that helped his campaign because he didn’t have to campaign in rural areas where racial prejudice was deeper-rooted. Because of the 2001 redistricting, the district now consists of part of

Lubbock County and all of Cochran, Gaines, Hockley and Yoakum counties. Also at that time, the average House district represented 70,000 residents compared to about 245,000 now, and the small number of voters also helped him win his seat, Salinas said. The first opponent Salinas defeated was Delwin Jones, who died July 25, 2018 and was the office-holder who was then a Democrat. He beat Jones in the primary and then went to defeat his Republican opponent in the fall. At that time, West Texas, like the rest of the state, was predominantly Democrat. Jones, who later became a Republican ended his 30-year legislative career in January because he was defeated in the Republican primary runoff, confirmed losing to Salinas. The loss came four years after Jones, who had already served in the House from 1965 to 1973, lost his re-election bid to Hale Center Democrat Pete Laney. In an interview with the LubbockAJ Jones said of Salinas, “I remember he represented Lubbock for two or three terms, but I don’t remember much else about him, it was so long ago.” Salinas said he established close political alliances with Kent Hance, who was then a state senator and was later elected to Congress; with Bill Clayton of Springlake, who was then the speaker of the House, as well as with Laney, who went on to become House speaker in 1993 and led the chamber for 10 years. He also developed good working relationships with other legislators from all over the state and was able to work on key legislation for West Texas, like securing funding for the medical school at Texas Tech, Salinas recalled. And he would have liked to have stayed in office much longer but, by his own admission, he lost his re-election bid in 1984 because he upset a majority of the voters when he used a word that Anglos found offensive. He used what is considered a racial epithet when he asked law enforcement agencies why they were stopping a far larger number of blacks and Hispanics than whites. “I didn’t think it was offensive, but they did,” he said. “It was not like the words many whites used regularly at the time to call blacks and Mexicans.”

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In 1987, Salinas moved to Austin and became a lobbyist a decade later. He said that minorities in Lubbock County and throughout West Texas were still fighting the same battles he and others fought 40 years before. He had also said that the rapidly growing Hispanic population gave him hope that in the remaining years of his life he’d see another Hispanic from the Panhandle/South Plains region elected to the Legislature or to Congress. “At the rate the Latino population is growing I think that by 2020 we’ll have more minority representation,” he said. Unfortunately, that hope has yet to come. The giant in Lubbock’s Hispanic history shared advice for the next generation to stay in school, go to college, and get as much education as they could and to be active in the community. “Every piece of legislation that passes does something for someone and to somebody but being involved you can help the people,” he said. “I believe that you take care of those who can’t take care of themselves.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel Salinas and Maria Dominguez Salinas, and his sister, Frances Flores. Froy is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Lisa Salinas, as well as his children: Manuel Salinas III, Nancy Clark (Jim), Judy Salinas, Tricia Licon (Edward), all from Austin, TX. His sister, Sally Saldana (Frank) of Tahoka, TX and 10 grandchildren, five great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and many other loving family and friends. EDITOR'S NOTE: Froy Salinas was significant to Lubbock history. In a face to face interview in 2017 we discussed his career, the community, and he offered advice for future generations. I had also interviewed him by phone. Watch the video online at www. latinolubbock.net/video

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Low-Income Households Eligible for Discounted Internet

he Emergency Broadband Benefit is T an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet

service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and so much more. The Emergency Broadband Benefit will provide a discount of up to $50 per month towards broadband service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price. The Emergency Broadband Benefit is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household. A household is eligible if a member of the household meets one of the criteria below: Has an income that is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or participates in certain assistance programs, such as SNAP, Medicaid, or Lifeline;

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Jeffrey Snyder, recognized City Secretary Belinda Hinojosa at their regularly scheduled workshop on May 5th. Hinojosa was pre-

Clerks Week. She began her career at the City in April 2, 2001. She is married to Arturo and they have two sons and one daughter-in-law, Joshua, Jeremy and Angelique. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Daisy Robles Retires from Teaching

aisy Robles began working for LubD bock ISD in 1994 at Bean elementary as a kindergarten teaching assistant. And

was then moved to Dupre Elementary also for kinder. “This has been the best job ever,” she said explaining how she has loved the kids like her own and has enjoyed watching them grow. “I love it when they come back with their own children and they tell me how excited they are that their child will be in my class.” Upon retirement, Robles plans to spend more time with her family and especially her mama, as well as travel to visit her son and brother. “I've worked hard all my life, like many of us do, and I want to stop and smell the roses

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and I want to cherish all of life's precious moments. I'd like to give thanks to God for all my blessings and my family for their love and support through all these years. I will miss my students and my Dupre family very much, but this isn't goodbye, it's I'll see you soon.” Her last day of work was May 28, 2021. Wishing you all the best from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates HOW TO START AND FINANCE YOUR SMALL BUSINESS WEBINAR June 8, 10, 14, 18, 22, 24, 28, and 30th at 12 PM. Learn the basics of starting your own business and what it takes to get a small business loan. Register at https://nwtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/15445 TAX FORMS AT LIBRARIES they have forms 1040 and 1040-SR in English and Spanish available at all locations. Instruction books are available in English only at the moment. You can also access all available forms and instructions from home at www.irs.gov. BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff. All information will be held in strict confidence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 745-1637. FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 9th St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, available. LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC The TTU School of Law operates a “FREE” Low Income Taxpayer Clinic year around to provide assistance relating to issues involving controversies with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). For more info call (806) 834-7972 or toll free (800) 420-8037. IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806741-0409. SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409.

SBA Launches Program ‘Community Navigator Pilot’ T

he U.S. Small Business Administration launched the Community Navigator Pilot Program, a $100 million grant program enacted through the American Rescue Plan Act, which will provide counseling, networking and the  assistance needed during this time of economic recovery to the nation’s smallest businesses. The program will target small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, as well as women and veterans. The SBA will engage with states, local governments, SBA resource partners, and other organizations in targeted outreach efforts. These partners and people in the community are key to this pilot program as they will serve as a two-way information stream, enabling enterprising business owners to receive the help needed from the SBA. “Our small business owners—

especially those owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, people of color, women, veterans, and Native Americans— they need us the most, and they need us now,” said SBA Associate Administrator for the Office for Entrepreneurial Development Mark Madrid. “This initiative underscores our Agency’s commitment to connecting distressed small business resources with SBA resources and grant funding.” Applicants have until July 12, 2021, to submit their applications at grants.gov. Performance periods are projected to commence in September 2021. Those eligible to apply must meet and demonstrate abilities to support the requirements of this funding opportunity. For more information on the Community Navigators Initiative, please visit www.sba.gov/navigators.

Women-Owned Business

Webinar Series Scheduled

an effort to advance economic Iandnopportunities for Texas women making Texas the

No. 1 state for womenowned businesses, the Governor’s Commission for Women will host a series of informative webinars for each region of Texas. The objective is to share information about resources for women-owned small businesses and women entrepreneurs in Texas. The webinar series is an opportunity to listen and learn from subjectmatter experts and gain actionable advice about starting, growing, and sustaining a business in the regions of Texas. The webinar series is made possible by Sempra Energy’s support

of the Beacon State Fund. The webinar will provide information and timely, actionable advice on a variety of subjects including: Funding Resources, Financial Management, Social Media/Marketing, Ecommerce, & where to find Business Help & Advice. The Northwest Texas webinar will take place Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at 11:00a.m. Fore more information including agendas and guest speakers for each webinar, register online at www.bigmarker.com/the-governors-commission-fo/North-TexasWomen-Owned-Business-Webinar

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Women-Owned Business Invited to Pitch Competition he Beacon State Fund, in part- are invited to submit an application T nership with the Governor’s to the pitch competition explaining Commission for Women, will host how their business created solu-

a pitch competition with awardees tions, employed tactics, and made selected for each region of Texas. adjustments to pivot in the uncerWe understand the significant eco- tain times of the pandemic. For nomic impact endured by small more information and to apply*, businesses during COVID 19. Tex- visit https://gov.texas.gov/organias women small business owners zation/women/pitch-competition Copyright 2021 by Latino Lubbock Magazine All Rights reserved. June/junioo 2021, Vol. 15, Issue 6

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Wellness/ bienestar

COVID-19 Vaccines A number to Consider

et’s think about the number L 580,000. What could this number represent? Could it represent

WHEN TOURISM RECOGNIZES IMPORTANCE OF HEALTH – The Lubbock Hotel Motel Association presented their 2020 and 2021 Tourism Trumpeter Award last month. Kirby Hocutt received the 2020 Tourism Trumpeter; and Katherine Wells of the City of Lubbock Health Department received the 2021 Tourism Trumpeter for her work with public health during the pandemic. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

OUR OBJECTIVE “Strengthening Families, Building Community” Join our efforts and become a member today. Vaccines are for ALL AGES!

a lottery winning? What you do with $580,000? If you are anything like me, you might already have a long list! What about the number 600? For a 9th grader at Monterey High School, 600 is the number of students in your class. For a kindergartener at Trinity Christian, 600 is about the number of students in the entire school. In the United States, as of May 14, 2021, 580,000 people have died from COVID 19; and the average number of deaths per day was 600. For many of us, life is returning to some degree of normal. This is largely due to our COVID 19 vaccination rates. For me, the COVID vaccine is a blessing and choosing vaccination was a nobrainer. Now, my teenage son can receive his COVID vaccine. I do not hesitate in getting him vaccinated. However, I do understand that many parents remain hesitant in getting their pre-teens and teens vaccinated. Over the past year, COVID 19 infected 1.5 million children ages 1117 years old. Although this age group may not experience serious illness or death from COVID 19, they can suffer Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), a serious complication. MIS-C occurs 2-6 weeks after a COVID19infection. MIS-Cisrelated to an overwhelming inflammatory reaction affecting several organs in a child’s body, including the heart. MIS-C leads to hospitalization in intensive care and decreased heart function. Hispanic/Latino and Black children make up 63% of MIS-C

cases. Before saying “No” to COVID vaccination, I urge parents to ask questions. This vaccine can protect our children, our family, our legacy. Efficacy of a vaccine tells us how well the vaccine works to prevent infection, serious disease, death, and hospitalization. In 1000 vaccinated children 12–15 years old, none were infected with COVID 19, and none were hospitalized. The vaccine worked in preventing infection, serious disease, and hospitalization 100% of the time. Vaccine side effects in children 12-15 years old include injection site pain, fever, chills, headache, tiredness, and muscle pain. These symptoms occur within 7 days and resolve within 1-2 days. In children followed for 2 months after receiving their second shot of the 2-shot vaccine series, no hospitalizations and no deaths occurred. The number of people seating around the dinner table is family. This number matters most. Protecting family, is always an easy decision. Get trusted information from someone has known your child for a lifetime, your child’s doctor. Dr. Ana Montanez works as a pediatrician in Lubbock, TX. She provides primary care for children of all ages, from babies to teenagers.

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amily Health & Fitness Day will be held on June 12, 2021! This special day promotes the importance of parks and recreation in keeping communities healthy. While the park is a great place to walk and jog, in 2018 Los Hermanos Familia (LHF) addressed the health disparities and access to fitness equipment in North Lubbock where there were no fitness gyms by raising funds to purchase HealthBeat Equipment placed in Buddy Holly Park. The outdoor fitness equipment has many benefits including

physical, mental health, social function, youth development, environmental and economic impacts. Not to mention that the installation of the equipment is designed to fit seamlessly into the space which is near other park elements such as the walking track, surrounding the lake. As such LHF encourages you and your family to visit the park. To learn more about the HealthBeat Equipment and other programs by LHF visit www.loshermanosfamilai. org

Vive tu vida, Get Up Get Moving!

Noticias de salud/ Health News PILATES IN THE PLAZA, Saturdays in June starting the 5th, at 9 am, Free, Omni Pilates will be hosting free Pilates workouts that will get you ready for the weekend. This workout is intended to get oxygen throughout the body, strengthen the muscles, and connect your mind to movement. Bring a mat or towel, water and bug spray. Buddy and Maria Elena Holly Plaza, 1824 Crickets Ave FREE COVID-19 VACCINES For an appointment or for more info call the Health Department at 775.2933. 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. 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 806-793.3336. FREE PARENTING CLASSES Family Guidance & Outreach Center provides free anger management classes and parenting classes. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. Visit us online: www.familyguidancecenterlubbock.

Health/ salud

The Doc or Is In

Advice from our Doctors... Consejos de nuestros médicos

Get Screened

Real Men Get Check Ups National Men’s Health Week June 14-20

he purpose of Men’s Health T Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable health

problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This week gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. To quote Congressman Bill Richardson (Congressional Record, H3905-H3906, May 24, 1994): “Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue.

Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue.” In 1920, women lived an average of one year longer than men. Today, men die almost six years earlier than women and are more likely to die of heart disease and cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control. These troubling statistics haven’t translated into better health care practices for men. A recent survey found that men take better care of their cars than of their own health, according to Men’s Health Network. Eightyfour percent of men said they had had their car serviced in the past year, but only 66 percent had been

to the doctor for an annual checkup. Putting off medical visits and ignoring symptoms is especially common among Hispanic men who, because of machista attitudes, often view going to the doctor as a sign of weakness. Don’t let your man suffer in silence. Encourage the men you love to get a tune-up, whether that means starting a fitness program, improving their diet, getting a physical, or even seeing a therapist.

creenings (also called screenS ing tests) are medical tests that doctors use to check for dis-

eases before there are any symptoms. Screenings help find diseases early, when they may be easier to treat. Getting recommended screening tests is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Depending on your age, sex, and

medical history, you may need to be screened for: Certain types of cancer, High blood pressure or high cholesterol, Diabetes, Osteoporosis (weak bones), Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), Hearing loss or vision loss. You’ll need certain screening tests depending on your age. Ask your regular doctor for details.

Pruebas para detectar

as pruebas de detección son L exámenes que los doctores usan para detectar enfermedades

hacerte pruebas para ver si tienes: Algunos tipos de cáncer, la presión arterial y el colesterol altos, Diabeantes de que produzcan síntomas. tes, Osteoporosis (huesos débiles), Estas pruebas sirven para detectar Enfermedades de transmisión sexenfermedades a tiempo, cuando ual (ETS), y pérdida del oído y de pueden ser más fáciles de tratar. la vista. Una de las cosas más importantes Tendrá que ciertas pruebas de que puedes hacer por tu salud es detección en función de su edad. hacerte las pruebas de detección. Pregúntele a su médico para obSegún tu edad, sexo y anteceden- tener más detalles. tes médicos es posible que debas

Semana Nacional de Salud Masculina

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

alidad, los varones fallecen casi seis años antes que las mujeres y son más propensos a morir de enfermedades al corazón y cáncer, según los Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC, por sus siglas en inglés). Estas preocupantes estadísticas no se han traducido en mejores prácticas de atención

de salud para los varones. De acuerdo con Men’s Health Network (Red de la Salud de los Varones), una encuesta reciente reveló que los varones cuidan mejor de sus vehículos que de su propia salud. El 84 por ciento de los varones dijo haberle hecho mantenimiento a su vehículo en el curso del pasado año, pero sólo el 66 por ciento visitó al médico para someterse a un control anual. Dejar de lado las visitas al médico e ignorar

los síntomas es particularmente común entre los hispanos que, con frecuencia y debido a actitudes machistas, perciben las visitas al médico como signos de debilidad. No deje que su hombre (y esto incluye a usted) sufra en silencio. Aliente al hombre que ama a hacerse una “puesta a punto”, ya sea que empiece un programa de ejercicios físicos, que mejore su dieta, que se haga un examen médico, o que incluso vea a un terapeuta.

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Graduates Class of 2021

Class of 2021! JoLina Vianney Lopez

Patrick Hernández Jr. Christ the King HS

Lizett Mendez

Kaylee Deija Silva

Andrew Perez

Lydia Albiar

Abernathy HS

Coronado HS

Oscar Delgado Jr.

Coronado HS

Christ the King HS

Colby Sandoval Christ the King HS

Zechariah Izzak Carrillo

Bryanna Moreno

Christ the King HS

Cooper HS

Coronado HS

Jonavon Soto-Gallegos

Jenea Compean

Nathaniel Lopez

Coronado HS

Trey Atencio Cooper HS

Meghan Flores Coronado HS

Estacado HS

Jaycee Blui Martinez

Alijah WIllard

Jeremy Shaw

Katie Castellano

Javier Duran Jr.

Rosa Ramirez

Amber Guerrero

Benny Soto

Paislei Maldonado

Pedro Gonzales

Jacob Elijah Guzman

Cheyenne Perez

Gavin Rodriguez

Lubbock HS

Arbuckle Lubbock HS

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Estacado HS

Lubbock HS

Angel Martinez Lubbock HS

Estacado HS

Lubbock HS

Adrian Lara Lubbock HS

Estacado HS

Lubbock HS

Joslynn Albiar Lubbock HS

Frenship HS

Lubbock HS

Nathan Ramos Lubbock HS

Frenship HS

Lubbock HS

Kobi Sosa Lubbock HS

Frenship HS

Lubbock HS

Joshua Garcia Lubbock HS

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Ariyana Gonzales Cooper HS

Karissa Allelo-Castellano

Matthew Reyna

Samuel Delgado

Alijah Lopez

Josiah Santiago

Mia Walker

Maria Casares

Coronado HS

Carmen Cervantez Frenship HS

Kathryn Trevino Lubbock HS

Angelica Haley Urrutia Lubbock HS

Coronado HS

LevellandHS

Cooper HS

Coronado HS

Lockney HS

Zarek Saenz

K'Lee Flores

DeMarcus Anthony Rando

Jaidin Camillo

Lubbock HS

Monterey HS

Lubbock HS

Congratulations Graduates!¡Felicidades graduados!

Savanna Hope Silva Monterey HS

Mia Trevino Monterey HS

Brayan Rivera Morton HS

Isaiah Cisneros Morton HS

Jayden Mendoza Morton HS

Tatum Ovalle Ralls HS

Eli Montalvo Monterrey HS

Isabella Grace Zambrano Monterey HS

Kassidy Alonzo Morton HS

Ricky Navarrette Morton HS

Francisco Rodriguez

Morton HS

Lliana Aguilar Sachse HS

Anyssia Hernandez RJ Cunningtubby Monterey HS

Monterey HS

Valentino Barela III Ariana T. Gonzalez Monterey HS

Christian Leyva Morton HS

Leber Martinez Richardson Morton HS

Mia Soliz Morton HS

Noah Isaiah Constancio Shallowater HS

Monterey HS

Alissandro Franco

Tsai P. Robles Monterey HS

Ashton Haylee Navejar Monterey HS

Monterey HS

Christopher Ethan Martinez Monterey HS

Monterey HS

Makaela Ashley Rodriguez Monterey HS

Alejandra Hernandez

Monterey HS

Jose Gaytan Ponce Morton HS

Morton HS

Joan Montelongo Garay

Cheyenne Barnes

Andrew George

Valeria Vigil

Jackson Greener

Yazmin Vigil

Jesus Juarez

Zeth Kozak

Arric Mares

Averi Cantu

Nathaniel Hinojosa

Marialisa Mata

Morton HS

New Deal HS

Aidan Zachary Gonzales Slaton HS

Dustin Alvarado

Jonathon Garcia Cassandra Hernandez

Morton HS

Petersburg HS

Matthew Vigil Slaton HS

Morton HS

Petersburg HS

Mark Esparza

Seton Home School Study

Morton HS

Ralls HS

Yisell Martinez Veterans HS

Morton HS

Desiree Walker

South Plains College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Child Development

Janessa Janssen

Hannah Valdez

Daniela Martinez

John Rincon

Nicholas Benavidez Morton HS

Meghan Lopez

Monterey HS

Morton HS

Monterey HS

Morton HS

Bryan Jaquez Lopez Morton HS

Eyen Mankin

Jose Torres IV South Plains College Associate of Arts General Studies

Saidi Lorena Soliz Texas Tech University Bachelor of Arts in English Language Literacy Minor - Spanish

Morton HS

¡Felicidades graduados! Congratulations Graduates (Graduate Photos Continued on p. 21)

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Education/ Educación Education & Scholarship Updates 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.

HAW EXCEEDS GOAL: During the 15th Annual Scholarship Gala the Hispanic Association of Women announced that they exceeded their goal raising $104,500 for scholarships that will be given to women. Congratulations ladies on a job well done!

rayer P has been foundational

to maintaining my composure, but on my busiest days… my prayer time must last twice as long. In quiet moments, my mind has the chance to re-calibrate and remind itself of the tiny speckles of mercy and blessings that decorate its life. I made the President’s Honor List from having a 4.0, I received generous scholarships in dedication to my excellence in leadership and academics, and I received two ac-

ceptance letters from two prestigious summer internship programs. Diligence and being relentless in the pursuit of my dreams has opened the door to many beautiful opportunities in my life; it’s great to sit in silence and quietly thank God for helping me be a couple steps further in my academic and career goals. I also can’t thank my mentors enough for their belief in my abilities, despite the many times I couldn’t recognize my own potential. I have one more semester of higher biology courses before I finally graduate in December, and I will continue to shout the words, “Si se suede!” Bailee Alonzo - is a senior at Texas Tech, majoring in Biology - Pre-Med. She aspires to become a dermatologist. For Latino Lubbock Magazine, My College Expereince.

ESTABLISHED 1987: It was great to see these young faces at the Los Hermanos Familia's 7th Anual Cinco de Mayo Parade! Members of fraternity Omega Delta Phi and sorority Kappa Delta Chi participated in the parade and connected with the community.

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Student Overcomes Hardship to Excel In Field Of Culinary Arts randie Juarez always loved pushed me to be a first generation

school. But sometimes life doesn’t turn out the way one expects. For Juarez, she told herself that if she ever received the opportunity to get a second chance at education – it would not be wasted. The Odessa native grew up in Lubbock. She spent a year living in Dallas as a youngster but she considers herself to be a West Texas gal. She eventually graduated from Coronado High School but not until after enduring the divorce of her parents during her junior year. Juarez said she found herself struggling through school while trying to help her mother keep a roof over their heads. Juarez returned to school and she attended Mathews Learning Center where she finished her education in night school. She graduated six months later from Coronado. “I didn’t graduate with my class but I still graduated,” she said. Juarez found employment at a local restaurant working as a cashier. The experience opened her eyes to opportunities she never thought about. “I’ve always had an extreme passion for cooking and I love being in the kitchen,” she said. Juarez eventually moved into a kitchen position where she worked as a cook. She encountered a customer who regularly came to the restaurant. Gionet Cooper had been an assistant principal at Coronado when she was in high school. He left Coronado for a position as an athletic director at Texas Tech University. The two began talking and a bond was soon created. “Mr. Cooper is the one who inspired me to go to college because no one in my family had ever graduated or went to college,” she said. “I figured I would just get into work and put all that college stuff over to the side. “But he kept seeing me every week and encouraging me,” she said. “We created a game plan for the TSI and I started to save up my money. He saw something in me that I didn’t see in myself. He

graduate.” South Plains College Lubbock Center opened its Culinary Arts program in fall 2018. Juarez tried to get into the program during its inaugural year. She spoke with Chefs Patrick Ramsey and Natalie Osuna about the program as well as what it would take to get for her to be a part of it. “I actually signed up to be in the first class of the program but I struggled a little bit financially to meet the requirements,” she said. “Chef Ramsey told me to come back in a year, and so I started saving my money again so that I could be ready in a year.” Juarez said she managed to spend that year taking the core course requirements that are needed for an associate’s degree. She returned to the Culinary Arts program in 2019. “Chef Ramsey made a lasting impact on my life,” she said. “He has been an amazing mentor. He very motivational and he inspires me, he trusts me and he made me believe in myself." Juarez earned the Johnny and Darlene Vest Memorial Scholarship to assist her financially with her education. She also earned a 4.0 grade point average. Juarez said the skills she learned in the program have fully prepared her for the restaurant industry. “Short term, I do want to start a food truck,” she said. “I want to dedicate all of my focus, skills and time into my next goal. I want to share some of the recipes that I grew up with that my grandma and mom have shown me. But I also have some of my own recipes I want to share. My journey through SPC has prepared me for success into the next step!” Juarez recently became a 2021 graduate of South Plains College. She is the first member of her family to graduate from college. For culinary arts info, visit www. southplainscollege.edu.

COLLEGE BOARD Fund Finder is an online tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your education level, talents, and background. Apply online at: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www.collegenet.com NBCUNIVERSAL/LNESC SCHOLARSHIP is intended to assist and encourage outstanding undergraduate Latino students attending a U.S. post-secondary institution with an interest in the media and entertainment industry. Apply online at https://lnesc. mainspringhost.com/fmi/webd/NBC_Universal by July 9, 2021. CHARLES A. & GRACE GUY SCHOLARSHIP for Students majoring in Journalism Office of the Dean, School of Mass Communications P.O. Box 43082, Lubbock, TX 79409-3082 NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org MARGARET MAHER SCHOLARSHIP award varies from $2,000 to $8,000 per year. For requirements visit www.margaretmaherscholarship.org/requirements CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci.org/scholarships/page/chci-scholarship-program 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

Latino Lubbock Magazine Proudly Advocates for Education/La revista latina Lubbock aboga por la educación

Youth/Juventud

NWLL Offers Youth More than Just Baseball

Youth Opportunities TEEN SCIENCE PROGRAM AT MAHON LIBRARY Learn about microbiology in this fun hands-on program at the Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street, at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 3. Call 775-2838 to register. Space is limited. Presented by the Science Spectrum.

BY REBECCA RUIZ, INTERN WITH CONTRIBUTIONS BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

orthwest Little League (NWLL) N baseball has been around for 53 years and serves boys and girls from

LEARNING EXPRESS LIBRARY is a learning hub for all ages. Whether you would like to prep for college entrance exams, improve your computer skills, get ahead at work or find out what career you are best suited for, this is the place for you. Learning Express also provides help for High School students, including math and science, English language arts, social studies, and prep for the STAAR and TSI tests. To access from home, you will need your LBK public library card number.

ages 4 up to 14-years-old in the Lubbock area and is located at 911 N. University Ave. John Allen, president of NWLL explains how baseball season is benefiting the kids. “A lot of the reasoning behind Little League is to keep kids busy during the spring and summer times,” said Allen. The Little League consists of different team levels such as 4-5-year-old t-ball, 5-6-year-old division, form division, 11-12-year-old majors and 13-14-year-old junior league. Even though baseball season starts in March, Northwest Little League starts registration in December. They offer a $25 discount for those who register between Dec. 1 through Dec. 31. Allen explained how he pursues the community to take advantage of early bird registration for those who may struggle to pay fees. “It’s a lower price for registration in

VIRTUAL STORYTIME WITH LUBBOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY Join the library at www.Facebook.com/LubbockLibrary for virtual storytime at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 1 and Thursday, June 3. Tuesday’s theme will be snakes and Thursday’s theme will be birds.

t’s summer, a time for kids to reIoutdoors, lax, visit friends, enjoy the great and dive into an exciting,

SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP Lubbock Youth Leadership (LYLA) invites youth ages 8-17 who live or attend school in zip codes 79415, 79403, or 79404 to this free camp, for free leadership experiences and events, free Reading Buddies, and free Best Ever Summer in June & July! Dates, locations, times are available upon request! Please text SUMMER to 806-438-6273 to sign up or receive more information! Limited space - will fill up, so text ASAP!

NEW PARK & LEARN WI-FI Access the free Wi-Fi from any Lubbock Public Library parking lots from 7AM -10PM. Password is: LBKlibrary 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.

December but we like to keep it because we know that some parents and families cannot afford baseball season sometimes. So, it helps out in our area and we keep getting the kids in. We can keep them low, and it'll take care of itself,” Allen said. Anna Felix, secretary of NWLL added that the kids are learning the nature of the game. “They’re learning how it's supposed to be played and they're having fun, because you'll see kids tossing their gloves or picking a rock or kicking the dirt. So, I feel like they enjoy it,” she said. Felix added that the baseball season is going well even though they are struggling to obtain volunteers. “Kids are having fun; we're getting compliments from parents…. but we're struggling getting volunteers to help us run our concession stand, which is where we make most of our money to help maintain these fields and umpires call our games, but it's a challenge,” Felix said. Allen further encouraged boys and girls from ages 4 up to 14-years-old to join NWLL. For volunteering opportunities o r t o r e g i s t e r v i s i t w w w. lubbocknorthwestlittleleague.com/

¡Adelante jóvenes!

Kamryn Alvarez

Logan Casarez

Tsai Robles

Kamryn Alvarez of Earth was presented the 2021 Vera Sue Spencer Award. The award honors the top academic female student at SPC. She is a sophomore cinema and video productions major; was named 2021 Homecoming Queen; listed on the President’s Honor Roll with a 4.0 grade point average, a member of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society as well as Catholic Student M i n i s t r y. ( S P C

Congratulations to Logan Casarez! He won the Northwest Home Run Derby that took place May 1 , 2021. The event was for the 12 & up age group held by Northwest little League. Logan plays with the Detroit Tigers. He is number #35. His parents are Will Casarez and Stephanie Casarez. His mom said that he is a hard worker and also does well in his school endeavors. Congratulations Logan!

LHUCA announced the winner of the Robert Ellis Patterson Student Art Award, Tsai Robles! Tsai was nominated by her teacher Brenda Olden at the Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center. She also takes art class with Denise Fox at Monterey High School. She was recognized at an awards ceremony on the LHUCA Plaza and had a gallery exhibition of her work in The Graffiti Building during the

Read to Lead, Read to Grow

new book. Chances are many children will not read, and research shows children lose one to three months of learning every summer. Prevent this summer learning loss by getting your children excited about reading. Los Hermanos Familia (LHF), a local nonprofit reminds you that although summer is a time children can relax, reading can help them unwind. More so, when children read, their minds also grow. That's why LHF created their "Read to Lead, Read to Grow" campaign. They urge children and families to implement a reading read if they don't have one, to sustain their reading skills over the summer, and despite CPVID-19.

They also urge families to visit their little library, or any library. If your child doesn’t have a library card, summer is a great time to sign up. Take advantage of the free, child-friendly summer reading programs. Also, when planning summer activities with children, remember to leave some time in their schedules for reading. Some convenient times may be before bedtime or over breakfast. Use books to break the boredom. Without the regular school regimen, adults and kids need more activities to fill the hours. So read aloud, and be a storyteller, tell them about your familia and growing up. Combine summer activities with books, and let them know that reading is an important part of your life. Visit www.loshermanosfamilia. org/readtolead-readtogrow for more info and the digital library.

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IN JUNE ·Celebrate your high school success! · Send thank you notes to everyone who helped you this year. · Start planning for college. · Watch college's summer deadlines (orientations, housing options, registration, etc.) closely. · Keep applying for scholarships.

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Anniversary Carlos & Graciela Quinteros, 41st as of June 28, 1980

Anniversary Martin & Ophelia Leos, 53rd as of June 28, 1969

Anniversary Marcelino & Marisol Martinez, 26th as of June 24, 1995

INAUGURAL CHARITY GOLF EVENT A HOLE IN ONE: Some golfers took time to pose after inaugural Los Hermanos Familia's Charity Golf Event. Proceeds of the event will benefit the programs of Los Hermanos Familia. Visit www. loshermanosfamilia.org/get-involved for more info.

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Anniversary Krystel & Christopher Martinez, 10th as of June 25, 2011

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Daddy, You're an awesome example of a dad. Thanks for all you do and for loving and blessing us! Amaris

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TRAVEL IN LBK: In celebration of the 2021 National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), Visit Lubbock partnered with the Lubbock Hotel and Motel Association (LHMA) to host the annual Live Love Lubbock Luncheon on May 3. Various individuals were recognized for their contributions to tourism.

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Moonlight Musicals to Show Latino Roles this Summer

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ubbock will soon see more LaL tinos in this year’s Moonlight Musical’s summer season in musi-

cal roles and subject matter, which will start August 2021. Francisco Rendon, the operations coordinator for Lubbock Moonlight Musicals, said they will be showcasing the “In the Heights” musical, which he shared was special to him because it’s an all-Latino show. The show is a musical featuring a bodega owner, Usnavi, and his friends in Washington Heights, New York, pursuing their dreams and working hard towards their future. “Growing up in a community and doing art, I didn't see a whole lot of people with my skin tone, or my name up there representing what we do. This is a story that I get to tell through the lens of who I am and what I grew up with.” Rendon said that Moonlight Musicals is committed to inclusion and providing excellent entertainment, as well as tapping into growing

markets like Lubbock’s fast-growing Hispanic population. He added that “In The Heights” was created by well-known composer and lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda who also wrote, produced and acted in “Hamilton”. The “In The Heights” story takes place in a Latin-populated neighborhood in New York whose residents include Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and Dominicans. He pointed out that Miranda and the licensing company that permitted Moonlight Musicals to feature the play stated in the contract that specific roles needed to be played by Latino people. Rendon said he felt that there was plenty of talent to honor the request because explaining that representation matters. Although, he said, he wants everyone to enjoy the musical because there are no skin, ethnicities or language barriers in the play. “It doesn't matter what race you're a part of what ethnicity you are, what belief system you subscribe to. There is something for everyone

in a show like “In The Heights”. Doesn't matter who you are, there's going to be a character that you're going to go relate to.” He added that Although the dialogue will include Spanish words, it'll be presented in a way where people will understand the character's feelings, thoughts, and what is being said. He said that their team would also be working on creating a glossary for those who would like to understand the meaning of words that would be used in the musical that they may not know. “It was about making sure that there was a place where more people, especially here in Lubbock, Texas, where you know, the makeup of the city has a huge Latino population, why not find a way to make it more representative to them?” In The Heights will be presented at the Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre August 5 -7, 12-14, and 19- 21 starting at 8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online at www.moonlightmusicals.

Local Musician Plays Different Genres, Multiple Instruments

BY REBECCA RUIZ, INTERN FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

t the early age of five, RayA mond Lee Everett started playing on pots and pans at

home, making his dad realize the talent his son had for drumming. “My dad was a musician, so he had the ear for it,” said Everett adding that his dad grabbed his guitar to play along with him and taught him how to play music. “I was an interactive kid, I liked to be busy all the time running around everywhere, but music was definitely a big part of growing up in my life,” Everett said. Everett and his dad played different genres of music from old school rock to Tejano music. Even though, Everett’s favorCopyright 2021 by Latino Lubbock Magazine

ite instrument to play are the drums, he can also play bass, electric bass, bajo sexto and plays some accordion. He has been playing for 27 years and 11 years professionally with a band. Currently, he is currently the drummer for TexWestus, an electric country band from Lubbock. Recently, he was endorsed by 7drums from San Antonio, Texas, by Soultone Cymbals a Turkish cymbal company and his most recent endorsement by Collision Drumsticks. “My biggest goal is to keep moving forward in life, not looking back, and try to be better every single day,” he said.

LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE CO-SPONSOR CINCO DE MAYO PARADE: Christy Martinez-Garcia, publisher of Latino Lubbock Magazine also serves as the Cinco de Mayo Parade Chair for Los Hermanos Familia. She and her staff too a break to pose and showcase this year's parade theme of "Flores y Colores ~ Flowers & Colors." The festival was successful and had great turnout from the public to participants. Visit www.latinolubbock.net for more photos.

RAÍCES COMPAÑÍA DE DANZA: The ballet folklorico group participated in the 2021 Cinco de Mayo Parade. They strive to teach, outreach and perform traditional Folkloric dance to create greater awareness of self and of Mexican cultural and community roots.

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SILVER ROSE PILGRIMAGE: The Knights of Columbus Council #11807 hosted the pilgrimage of the Silver Rose presented to the parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe Lubbock on May 24, 2021. The silver rose has undertaken a remarkable pilgrimage traveling from one council to the other all over the United States transported from the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City.

Join "El Favorito" Free Movie Screening

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free movie screening of "The A Favorite" will be held in Lubbocl at Premiere Movie Theater on

SEEING THE POSSIBILITIES: Lubbock Lions Club continued their longstanding tradition and mission of providing access to vision resources providing a check to Catholic Charities to provided clients with eye exams and glasses.

CONNECTING CHRIST: Missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were among the many groups who participated in this year's Cinco de Mayo Parade. They said they wanted to connect with all audiences and provided handouts about Jesus.

POTTER'S HOUSE SERVING THE LORD: Members of the Potter's House carried a banner bearing Bible Verse Joshua 24:15, inviting the public to join them and learn more about serving the Lord.

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June 22nd at 7:30 pm, followed by a Q & A with the movie's director. The Favorite has been dubbed in Spanish to encourage all audience to take interest in the Christian movie about Benjamin Bernard who has always wanted to be the favorite son, but his brother, Luke, is loved more, or so he perceives. To cope with his anger and resentment, Benjamin becomes a mixed-martial arts fighter. After a life-changing event, one brother must now fight not only for his life while his brother fights for his relationships with his friends, family, and God. One brother is healed physically and the other is transformed spiritually. This family film explores love, forgiveness, loss, healed relationships, and, ultimately, the realization that we are all God's Favorite. Benjamin Bernard siempre ha

querido ser el hijo predilecto, pero su hermano, Luke, es más querido, o eso percibe. Para hacer frente a su ira y resentimiento, Benjamin se convierte en un luchador de artes marciales mixtas. Después de un evento que le cambió la vida, un hermano ahora debe luchar no solo por su vida mientras su hermano lucha por sus relaciones con sus amigos, su familia y Dios. Un hermano se sana físicamente y el otro se transforma espiritualmente. Esta película familiar explora el amor, el perdón, la pérdida, las relaciones curadas y, en última instancia, la comprensión de que todos somos los favoritos de Dios. La proyección de una película gratuita de "El Favorito" se llevará a cabo en Lubbocl en el Premiere Movie Theater el 22 de junio a las 7:30 pm, seguida de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con el director de la película. Para reservar boletos para su iglesia, llame al (806) 791-7643. To reserve tickets for your church call (806) 791-7643.

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read about a man who lived in a tiny apartment and died in extreme poverty. At one point in his life, he had even been homeless. He never had any successes to speak of or any noted victories. He lived and died as just another face in the crowd. After the funeral, some family members went to his little rundown apartment to clear out his belongings. They found a painting hanging on the wall, so they decided to sell it at a garage sale. The woman who bought the picture took it to a local art gallery for an appraisal only to discover that the painting was extremely valuable. She then auctioned off that painting

for several million dollars. Just think how that poor man’s life might have changed if he had known the value of what he possessed. He was a millionaire and didn’t even know it. So many people live like that today with priceless treasure inside, and they don’t even know it. As believers in Jesus, the same spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in us! We have a priceless treasure inside of us! “Treasure in earthen vessels 2 Cor 4:7” greater than anything! Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 30 years.

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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 at cclubbock.org/assistance. A case manager will call you to get additional information over the phone and via email. Out of safety for both staff and clients, no walk-ins are accepted. Families can also call (806)765-8475 for assistance. 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-and-families. ONLINE MASS – Check www.catholiclubbock.org/Covid-19 for a listing. VIRTUAL MASS – Our Lady of Guadalupe will hold a virtual mass indefinitely online visit https://www.lubbockolg.org/ covid19.html for the links. 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 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 U N D E R S TA N D I N G THE SCRIPTURES online at https:// catholicboard.com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www.catholic. org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews. com/ LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE ON STANDS AND ONLINE www. latinolubbock.net

Graduates - Class of 2021(continued)

Victoria Ramirez

Isaac David Hill

Lubbock Christian University Texas Tech University Bachelor of Science in Bachelor of Science Natural Exercise and Sport Science Resources Management with a concentration in Wildlife Biology

Alyssa Gonzales

West Texas A&M University Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism

Michael Esparza St. Mary's University Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Rachel G. McCumber

Columbia College in Chicago, IL. Creative Writing Bachelor of Arts

Calys Danai Jiménez

Tristan Alonzo

Texas Tech University College of Arts and Science Bachelor in General Studies with Minor in Mathematics, Minor in Atmospheric Science, Minor in Mineralogy

Veronica Sifuentes

Texas Tech University Bachelor’s in Secondary Education Minor in English

Texas Tech University Bachelor of Science in Counseling & Addiction Sciences with a Minor in Human Development and Family Sciences

Gabriella Delgado Texas Tech University Bachelor of Science

Michael Torres

Christopher Matthew Gonzales Texas Tech University College of Arts & Science Bachelor of Science in Wind Energy

Manuel Mendez

Wayland Baptist University Texas Tech University Rawls College of Business Masters of Arts in Public Administration Master of Science, Finance

Ashley Amanda Rodriguez

Nicholas I Ramos Wayland Baptist University Bachelor of Science

Alexis Aguilar

Jaime Elizardo

Angelo State University Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology

Texas Tech University Health Science Center Master of Science in Healthcare Administration

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Master of Science in Healthcare Administration

Victoria Heredia

Jared Castellano

Alma Cunningtubby Texas Tech University College of Education Doctorate in Educational Leadership

Sonya Castro Quirino

Texas Tech University Bachelor of Science Biology Graduating with Honors from the Honors College

Texas Tech University Bachelor of Arts in Media Strategies

Loyola University Chicago Doctorate of Bioethics Magna Cum Laude

“I chose Lubbock Christian University because it is Christ-centered, close to home, and has an outstanding education program that will prepare me for my future as a teacher and a coach. I have access to amazing professors who are not only preparing me to be a teacher, but teaching me life skills that will help me remain strong in my faith after I graduate.” — TRINI PEREZ, (’22)

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GROUP ANNOUNCES NEW OFFICERS: Congratulations to the newly elected Los Carnales La Familia MC Lubbock Chapter Board. The new officers include: Carnal President - Alfie, Austin Simcik; Carnal VP - Smokey Bear, Kaleb Salas; Treasurer - Fluffy, Jeremias Rodriguez; Secretary - Low Key, Ralph Torres; and Familia President - Foo Chino, Lloyd Foo. All the best from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Hometown Heroes

PFC Elijah A Arriaga, 24 yrs old, of Lubbock, TX graduated from United States Marine Corps boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on April, 16th, 2021. PFC Arriaga successfully completed 13 weeks of intensive basic training at MCRD San Diego as one of 68 recruits in Training Platoon 3231. While in recruit training PFC Arriaga accomplished/achieved the following: Expert Rifle & Fireteam Leader & graduated with rank of Private First Class. PFC Arriaga will report to Camp Pendleton for one month at Military Combat Training then 2 months of Military Occupation Specialty school. PFC Arriaga will return home to Lubbock to complete his degree in Criminal Justice from Lubbock Christian University and will serve in the Marine Reserves . PFC Arriaga will switch to Active Duty after graduating LCU. From Latino Lubbock Magazine we salute you!

Wild West Harley to Hold 10th Annual Car & Bike Show ubbock's only Authorized am - 10am, Awards at 2pm. MulL Harley-Davidson dealership tiple Classes, participant judging. Wild West Harley-Davidson will Fun for the whole family. Vitalant be holding their annual car and bike show SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2021 AT 8 AM CDT – 2:30 PM Registration $10 per vehicle, t-shirt included (while supplies last, no pre-registration) from 8

Bloodmobile will be on hand accepting much needed blood donations. Food trucks and more. For more information, please call (806)791-4597 or visit www.wildwesthd.com

stress disorder (PTSD), the United States Senate designated June 27th as National PTSD Awareness Day. In addition, June has been designated as PTSD Awareness Month by the National Center for PTSD (NCPTSD). PTSD is a mental health problem that can occur after someone has been exposed to a single traumatic event or multiple traumatic events, such as sexual or physical

assault, natural or man-made disaster, and war-related combat stress. Symptoms of PTSD include persistent intrusive thoughts and distressing dreams about the traumatic event, triggered emotional responses to reminders of the trauma, efforts to avoid thinking or talking about the trauma, and persistent hypervigilance for cues that indicate additional danger or trauma re-occurring. To discover ways to connect and share, visit the National Center for PTSD website: www. ptsd.va.gov.

Flag Day is June 14, 2021 lag Day, is FAmericans a day for all to

celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our flag is representative of our independence and our unity as a nation.....one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died protecting it. It even stands proudly on the

surface of the moon. Raise the flag for our soldiers fighting a war for our freedom and for humanity. Flag Day celebrates our nation’s most visible symbol of liberty, which is a banner to our freedom of speech, press, and worship. As Americans, and as Latino Americans, we have every right to be proud of our culture, our nation, and our flag. Join your neighbors, friends and family members and raise the flag today and every day with pride!

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/

Show Us Your Blue

or 2021, Wear Blue Day is F Friday, June 18. Friday of Men’s Health Week has been officially

named Wear BLUE Day. Wear BLUE Day is demonstrates concern for the health and wellbeing of boys and men. Organizations and individuals can host a Wear BLUE day to raise awareness and money for education about men’s need to seek regular checkups, or testicular cancer education, prostate cancer education, or other health issues that affect men. (Cardiovascular disease, skin cancer, lung cancer, diabetes, gout,

and more.) Wear BLUE Day is a part of the year-round Wear BLUE® awareness campaign that was created by Men’s Health Network to raise awareness about the importance of male health and to encourage men to live longer and healthier lives, and give women an opportunity to encourge them to do so. Many people take advantage of less stringent work attire to show their support of men’s health by wearing blue. The social media hashtag #ShowUsYourBlue has grown tremendously over the years.

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CRISIS LINE 1-800-273-TALK(8255) "Press 1 for Veterans" U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs 806-472-3420 Lubbock Vet Center 806-792-9782 or 877-927-8387 2-1-1 Information and Referral Información y referencia

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Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources MASTER GARDENERS VIRTUAL PROGRAM with Lubbock Public Library Join the Lubbock Master Gardeners at www.Facebook.com/LubbockLibrary at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1 for “Tomato Trials” and learn how to grow terrific tomatoes. 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. DO YOU HAVE A STORY? NEWS? Submit your story online at www.latinolubbock.net/ have-a-story or, email your youth news, quinceañera, and other info to news@latinolubbock.net . For more info call (806)792-1212.

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June is Home Safety Month

ave you ever heard that most H car accidents happen within a few blocks of home? As it turns

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

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

Junio es Mes de la seguridad en el hogar

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ceden a pocas cuadras del hogar? Tal como sucede, muchos accidentes ocurren incluso antes de salir del hogar. Las lesiones que ocurren en el hogar dan cuenta de 21 millones de personas y de cerca de 20 mil muertes cada año, según el 2004 State of Home Security in America del Home Safety Council. Los adultos mayores, que tienden a pasar la mayor parte del tiempo en el hogar, están expuestos incluso a mayores riesgos. La buena nueva es que al tomar algunas precauciones sencillas, se pueden evitar muchas

de estas lesiones. No se detenga solamente en la seguridad física; el bienestar mental y emocional también forma parte del hecho de sentirse seguro. Despeje un área desordenada, disponga de un espacio para practicar yoga o estiramientos, aprenda sobre Feng Shui, o cuelgue una pintura o fotografía que le guste. Este mes haga algo en el hogar que lo ponga un poco más feliz. Familiarizarse con sus vecinos también puede brindarle tranquilidad. Saber que alguien se preocupa por usted puede reducir significativamente la tensión nerviosa y la ansiedad.

GROWING TOGETHER: Roots Historical Arts Council, Growing Together Texas, and Voice of Hope are working to prevent food insecurity, prevent violence, and promote community building and community history while continuing the legacy of Eric Strong. Roots Historical Arts Council, Growing Together Texas, and Voice of Hope have partnered together on the Booker T. Washington Garden in East Lubbock. Together we teach youth and adults about community, community history, gardening, and how to cook the food we harvest. Way to GROW from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

En Aquellos Días…

a nos estábamos alistanT do para que se acabara el tiempo de escuela. Estábamos

desesperados par que entrara el mes de junio. No porque teníamos planes de salir a vacación, pero para dormir tarde, comer y jugar. En aquellos dias decíamos que el mes de junio era el mes más cortito. Mi mama cumplía años en junio. Un año mi hermana nos dijo que ella le iba hacer un pastel. En esos tiempos no levantábamos el teléfono y poníamos la orden ni íbamos a la tienda y buscábamos el pastel mas bonito y mas barato. No, se media la harina, sal, espauda, etc. y le robábamos los huevos a las gallinas. Todo iba bien hasta que se llegó la hora de cortar el pastel. Estaba el plato poco pesado,

pero nadie pensó nada porque se miraba bonito. Al tomar la primera bocada, estaba pero salado. Resulto que uso una cuchara grande en lugar de ½ cuchara chiquita. Cada año le hacíamos burla. asaron los años y se casó, paso dos años en Alemania con su esposo, tuvo tres hijas y por fin se movieron para Dallas. Allí empezó a trabajar… en una panadería haciendo y decorando pasteles. Ahora hace los pasteles mas bonitos y delicios que nadie más. Ahora le pedimos otro pedazo y no le hacemos burla.

Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

P-EBT Approved for TX Kids

he U.S. Department T Agriculture has approved a second round of federal

Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer to help Texas families. The P-EBT food benefits were created to help families whose children temporarily lost access to free and reduced-price school meals due to the pandemic

in the last school year. The P-EBT benefits are up to $1,200 per child for the school year and are based on the schools that the kids attend and the amount of days that students at the school learned from home. For more info visit hhs.texas.gov/ pebt or call 833-442-1255

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Genaro Castillo Chavez, 74 was born April 9, 1947 in Lubbock to Francisco & Paulina Chavez. After graduating from Lubbock High, Genaro went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University in 1971. He married Florinda Parras on May 20, 1989 in Beaumont and worked as a program director for TDHCA for many years before retiring in 2003. Genaro was as strong advocate of education equity and equality and a man that inspired many to go beyond their means, dream big, follow through, and get their education. Voting was important to Genaro as he believed, your vote is truly a way to express your voice. He was a lifelong brother of L.U.L.A.C. and loved to travel with his wife. Together they were able to experience places like the Holy Land, the Interior of Mexico, and other major areas of the world and the United States. In all, Genaro was a son, a brother, an uncle, father, and devoted husband who loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. Early in the evening of May 3, 2021, Genaro Castillo Chavez was called from this earth and into glory. Those left to cherish his amazing memory are his wife, Linda Chavez; two daughters, Vanessa Chavez-Aguirre, Cynthia Chavez Garcia; two stepsons, Robert DeLeon, M. Oso Arziaga; a stepdaughter, Gina DeLeon DeAnda and several grandchildren.

REBECCA DOMINGUEZ was born in Lubbock, Texas on March 13, 1981 to Rene Dominguez, Sr. and Janie Contreras Dominguez who both survive her. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 22, 2021 at the age of 40 years. She also leaves behind her siblings, Rene Dominguez, Jr. (Joe), Patricia Ann Zavala and Michael Ray Dominguez (Jeanette); grandmother, Guadalupe Contreras; uncle, Alfonso Contreras, Jr.; Aunt, Norma Trevino; nine nieces and nephews and five great nieces and nephews. REYNALDO GUTIERREZ, JR. (also known as Rey), 51, was born on January 19, 1970 in Lubbock, TX to Reynaldo Gutierrez Sr and Yolanda Flores. He went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 9, 2021. Rey leaves behind his wife of over 23 years, Maria Gutierrez; his father, Reynaldo Gutierrez Sr.; step-mom, Linda Gutierrez; a mother in love, Aurora Ramirez; children, Trenten Bounds, Rex Gutierrez, Zach Bounds, William Gutierrez and his daughter in love, Kansas Roe; 6 grandchildren; sisters, Carmen Lopez, Katie Torres, Lupe Cua and a sister in love, Terri Rodriguez; brothers in love, Eric Reyna, Ruben Rodriguez and Sam Loa; and 25 nieces and nephews. Rey was preceded in death by his mother, Yolanda Flores; a grandchild; and brothers, Jimmy Gutierrez, John Anthony Gutierrez and brother in love, Ralph Maldonado. JESUS "JESSIE" R. MARTINEZ, 74, died May 21, 2021. He was born January 2, 1947 in La Feria, Texas to Cornelio and Maria Martinez. On August 17, 1968 Jessie married Guadalupe "Lupe" Martinez in Petersburg, Texas, and they shared 34 years together. Jessie retired from Henley Interiors as a sheetrock installer and foreman. He was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Those left to cherish his memory are his children Patricia Gonzales (Gilbert Gonzales, Jr.) and Gabriel Martinez; four grandchildren, two great-granddaughters; and eight brothers and two sisters Max Sr., Antonio, Rudy, Ricky, David, Ramiro, Roy, Margarita, and Mary Lou. Jessie is preceded in death by his wife Guadalupe "Lupe" Martinez, his mother Maria R. Martinez, his father Cornelio Martinez, his brother Manuel Martinez, and his sister Margarita Flores.

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CELIDA A. HERNANDEZ, 68, of Lubbock, passed away on May 14, 2021. She was born in Mexico City, Mexico on March 26, 1953. Celida graduated from Estacado High School with honors and was a part of the first graduating class. She went on to graduate from Texas Tech University with a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Business Administration. She became a board-certified accountant. Celida worked as a clerical clerk at Malouf's, held various positions for 23 years at PCCA, she ended her career there as the accounting manager. She also worked at the Catholic Diocese of Lubbock as the Finance Officer and Human Resource Director. She was a member of multiple different organizations. She was awarded the ABWA- Business Association of the Year and AWCPA- Woman of Courage Award. She was a parishioner of the Christ the King Cathedral for over 40 years and was involved in many parish organizations. She is proceeded in death by her parents Jesus M. Hernandez and Maria A. Hernandez. She is survived by her sister Rafaela A. Hernandez, of Lubbock, her brothers Manuel A. Hernandez, of Lubbock, Jesse A. Hernandez, of Colorado, David Hernandez and wife Tammy, of Fort Worth. And a number of family and friends.

Happy Birthday I. D. Ramos

Happy birthday to I.D Ramos from his wife, sons, daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is missed dearly; he is and will always be the rock of our family. We love and miss you.

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

Feliz día de los Padres Timoteo Torres Albiar

January 25, 1907 to February 19, 1994 Para el mejor Padre que Dios mando a este mundo; nunca lo voy Olivader. Feliz Día De Los Padres!

REBBECA LOPEZ 48 passed Tuesday, May 18, 2021. “They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn

BEATRICE V. FLORES,77, was born in Georgetown, Texas on July 28, 1943 to Seferino Sr and Angelita Venegas who preceded her in death. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 9, 2021. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of over 54 years, Trinidad Flores, Sr.; children, Eunice Flores, Ezequiel Flores, Felix Flores and Johnny Flores; grandchild, Memo Rene Smith; great grandchild, Memo Gonzales; and by five brothers, Pete Venegas, Leon Venegas, Ray Venegas, Phillip Venegas and Trinidad Venegas. Beatrice leaves behind her children, Helen Gonzales (Joe), Elicio Flores, Trinidad Flores Jr. (Layla), Alex Flores, Ruth Smith (Ruben), Rachel Smith (James), Sally Gutierrez (Raymond); daughter-in-law, Annette Flores; 36 grandchildren, 54 great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and brother, Zeferino Venegas.

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Memorial Richard Lopez

April 14, 1934 to June 8, 2008 A friend, a husband, and a father. Another year, and yet, you are still not forgotten. Happy Father's Day! Love Always! Your wife Rachel & Family And friends

June Prayer A PRAYER FOR TODAY Righteous God and Holy Father, please bless me with an undivided heart, one that seeks you as the first and ordering priority of my life. Forgive me, dear Lord, for letting other things distract my focus from you and interfere with my service to your Kingdom. Fill me with a holy passion for Kingdom matters above all other concerns and interests. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen. "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." ~ Jeremiah 29:13

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