Latino Lubbock Magazine, August 2021, Volume 15, Issue 8 - Blast of to Back to School Issue

Volume 15, Issue 8, August/agosto 2021

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“Thanks to our efforts across engagement, access, and digital and media we’re seeing more and more Hispanics get vaccinated. There is more work to be done, and we will continue pushing to get more people vaccinated.” ~ said White House spokesperson Kevin Munoz. The Biden administration, which has touted its efforts to address equity issues, said it is focused on running a robust and culturally competent vaccination campaign in Hispanic communities that emphasizes shots are safe, effective and free.

"Blast off to Back to School!"

This month's cover features a rocket made of school supplies! Getting back to school is a blast.

Now more than ever we must be supportive of this young generation who have experienced a pandemic, confusion, and even loss. Assure them that everything will be okay. More so, remind them to wash their hands and practice good health as they navigate in their new classrooms.

Please keep them and all educators in your prayers. With that, good luck to all the students. ¡Y feliz regreso a clases!

Dicho

“El que por su gusto corre, nunca se cansa."

Who for his pleasure runs, never tires.

(Meaning, do what you love and it will never feel like work.)

¡Feliz cumpleaños! Happy Birthday!

August/agosto

Ernestine Lopez 8/1 Josie Martinez 8/1 Olivia Urias Leal 8/1 Tony Olivarez 8/1 Elizabeth Rodriguez 8/1 Esperanza Rodriguez 8/1 Brenda Mercado 8/1 Johnny Valdarez 8/2 Angie Martinez 8/2 Julio Delgado 8/2 Sandra Rosendo 8/3 Lydia Lara 8/3 Joab Mata 8/3 Ashlen Albus 8/3 Rebecca Sanchez 8/4 Rene Placencia 8/4 Ruby Placencia 8/4 Lisa Perez 8/4 Ryan Anthony Acebedo 8/4 Dominga Hernandez Arbuckle 8/4 Beatrice Haynes 8/4 Sandra Deleon 8/5 Jaime Cortez 8/5 Adela A. Perkins 8/5 Janie Gonzales 8/5 Gilbert Perez 8/5 Estella Garcia 8/6 Corina Saldana 8/7 Olivia Flores 8/7 Reuben Reyes 8/7 Zoie Ortiz 8/7 Hector Jimenez 8/7 Debra Pugh 8/7 Mary Almager 8/8 Jesus Martinez 8/8 Fabian Morales 8/8 Malorie Ortiz 8/8 Oscar Lopez 8/9 Teresa Beltran 8/9 Margie Lazo 8/10 Aurelia Rogers 8/10 Ray Fernandez 8/11 Ruben Garcia 8/11 Juan Martin Salinas III 8/11 Jose V. Beltran 8/11 Jeannie Arredondo 8/11 Victoria Espinoza 8/12 Brieana Puentes 8/12 ¬Isaac F. Mora 8/12 Joe Gaytan 8/13 Gracie Garcia 8/13 Tomas Cruz 8/13 Briana Monique Soto 8/13 Aniston Mojica 8/14 Melissa Ann Puentes 8/14 Alexandra Gabrielle Garcia 8/14 Michael Anthony Melgoza 8/14 Christina Pauda 8/14 Letisha Richardson 8/14 Ryder Bordayo 8/14 Madison Martinez 8/15 Roseanna Nunez 8/15 Jake Madrid 8/15 Lora Salinas 8/16

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Contents

August/agosto

Carmen Rosas 8/16 Lora Salinas 8/16 Samuel Montez 8/16 Michael Montrez 8/17 Debra Pugh 8/17 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Kevin Albus 8/18 Bobby Pauda Jr. 8/18 Abdon Rangel 8/18 Andrés R Balderrama 8/18 Mark Perez (KC OLG) 8/18 Marianna Moreno 8/18 Gabby Gloria 8/18 Mary Almager 8/18 Michelle Castillo 8/18 Irma Acebedo 8/19 Marianne Moreno 8/19 Lucy Marmolejo 8/19 Chris Zavala 8/19 Devyn Paul Perez 8/19 Alexis Constancio 8/21 Lee Deanda 8/21 Fabiola Garcia 8/21 Brent Rose 8/21 Pat Sykora 8/21 Linda DeLeon 8/22 Alayda Jackson 8/22 Jeff Northern 8/22 Joann Rangel 8/23 Father Rudolf Crasta 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Sabrina Santiago 8/ 23 Briana R. Alonzo 8/23 Lydia Garcia 8/23 Fr. Rudi Crasta 8/23 Ruben Lucero Jr 8/23 Raymond Salinas 8/23 Jeremy Valdarez 8/24 Isabel Sauseda 8/25 Mary Singleterry 8/25 Penelupe Armenta 8/25 Mary Armenta Garcia 8/26 Pete Castro Jr. 8/26 Michael Ruelas 8/26 Amie Albus 8/27 Froylan Perez 8/27 Abel Reyna 8/27 Monique G. Garcia 8/28 Sonia Salinas 8/28 Carmen Olivarez 8/28 Steven Olivarez 8/28 Sean Martinez 8/29 Andy Quevedo 8/29 Janie Bocanegra 8/30 Julie Salsman 8/30 Adelida Zavaleta 8/30 Brenda Castilleja 8/30 Jesie Salinas 8/30 Lance Flores 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 Tommie Vidales 8/30 DeAnn K Lucero 8/30 Sean Castro 8/30 Joaquin Santiago 8/30 Marta Cavazos 8/30 John Martin Gonzales Sr. 8/31 Juan B. Deleon 8/31 Tommie Vidales 8/31

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

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"Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing"

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Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

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Word from the Publisher/mensaje de nuestra fundadora

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recently received a call from a concerned reader about the growing number of covid cases in the area. He asked me when the City of Lubbock would be holding press conferences and he asked questions about the Delta variant of COVID-19.

My response was probably not what he wanted to hear. I shared with him that we're a messenger and share the news sent to us, and we've included COVID-19 information in our publication and on our website. However, we wait for the City of Lubbock to take the lead and share the message.

If they’re not panicking, we won’t either. I know that the hHealth Dept. has been diligent and creative about vaccinating the public.

I asked the City Public Information Officer about updates, and she referred me to the dashboard already on our website at www. latinolubbock.net/covid-19-updates-resources COVID-19 is still a real issue. And as the numbers grow, I hope that folks will recognize that this pandemic will continue lurking as long as folks go unvaccinated. More so, as long as this issue is politicized.

Public health must be above politics. Making sure the public has details and understanding is imperative. I believe that City officials are down-playing this Delta Variant. Playing politics with such a sensitive topic is not worthy of the offices they hold. They’re obligation above all else is to protect the public and must be above the politics of this pandemic. Be proactive not reactive - the public's health lies in your hands.

The Delta Variant, also referred to as the “Pandemic of the Unvaccinated” began spreading more rapidly and making news around the middle of June. Now, health experts are warning of this Delta variant that is highly contagious.

According to the CDC, the Delta variant accounted for more than 80% of new cases in the U.S. last month. Health experts say it's typical for a new strain of a virus to be more contagious because it often becomes much more efficient and easily transmitted.

The symptoms of the Delta variant appear to be the same as the original version of COVID-19.

However, physicians are seeing people getting sicker quicker, especially for younger people.

And as families prepare their children for back to school, they are urged to vaccinate their children. According to the City of Lubbock Health Department, there will be several clinics to offer families the convenience and accessibility to receive the vaccine. We will have those listed on our website calendar at www.latinolubbock.net Also, for those who have been vaccinated, as of July 22, there were 65,000 breakthrough cases (or people who are vaccinated but got COVID-19) among the 160 million people who are fully vaccinated. That's 0.04% of vaccinated people reporting breakthrough cases. No vaccine is 100% effective. With the COVID-19 vaccines averaging about 90% efficacy, health experts expect about 10% of those vaccinated could be infected.

Many patients have told their physicians, "Why did I not get the vaccine?" or "Why did I not listen?" Only you can decide to get it. Either way, I urge you to at least take the precautions to prevent getting covid, which the CDC is urging the use of masks indoors.

The Delta variant is currently the most prominent strain of COVID-19, but the Lambda variant out of South America is also emerging. Health experts urge that if people want to get back to normal, a significant portion of the population needs to be vaccinated. If a chunk of people across the world are unvaccinated, new strains of the virus will continue to develop and cause problems.

I speak to you from personal experience -between my husband Frank and I we lost six family members to COVID-19 as well as a number of friends. At the time, there was no vaccine, but if there would have been they would be sitting with us today.

Speaking of family, make plans to join us August 7, 2021, for our 12th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" FREE event. Our objective is strengthening families, and building community. We use fishing as a hook to bring families together, and experience fishing in a relaxing and safe environment with family and friends. It's free and its safe. You can preregister at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to our readers and the Latino community.

Thank you for your support of our publication.

And, please continue to support our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free. May God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga.

Preventing Covid-19

Study Finds Masks are 80% Effective Against n July 27th, the Centers for Disease O Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new mask guidelines, recommend-

ing that Americans resume wearing masks indoors in areas with high coronavirus transmission, regardless of vaccination status. While vaccinations reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, it is still possible for vaccinated individuals to spread the Delta variant to those who are unvaccinated.

Seshadri Ramkumar, professor of chemical countermeasures and advanced materials in Texas Tech University’s Department of Environmental Toxicology, has gathered data on the effectiveness of face masks in reducing the spread of COVID-19.

“In areas where coronavirus variants are surging, it’s in our best interests to protect the people surrounding us who aren’t vaccinated – those who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons or those for whom vaccinations are not yet approved,” Ramkumar said. “It’s in the public’s best interest, for the safety of others, to voluntarily follow the guidelines established by the CDC.” The Fractional Efficiency Filter Tester, housed within The Institute of Environmental and Human Health (TIEHH), is a cutting-edge piece of equipment that measures a material’s ability to filter out particles. Using this instrument, Ramkumar’s team has demonstrated that threeply masks filter out 60-80% of simulated viral particles between 150 and 30 nano-

Sinceramente,

Christy Martinez-Garcia, Publisher/Owner/Latino Market Specialist (806)792-1212 christymartinez@latinolubbock.net

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meters in diameter, respectively; thus, commercially available three-ply masks are up to 80% effective in protecting individuals against smaller viral particles.

Ramkumar is also working on enhancing the filtration efficiency of cotton face masks – research that is especially important in light of the recent emergence of the Delta variant, which carries two to three times more viral loads per droplet than the original coronavirus strain and poses a much higher risk of infection.

In an article published last year, Ramkumar explained an efficient filter requires three Fs: filtration, fit and form or comfort. The ideal face mask has a high filtration capacity, fits securely against the face without gaps and is comfortable enough to wear for long periods.

Ramkumar classifies face masks according to four different categories: filtration facepiece respirators (FFRs, or N95 masks); surgical masks; face covers; and face covers with enhanced filtration (FISORS). He originated the term FISORS to describe enhanced facial coverings.

Together with vaccinations, face masks are effective tools in combating coronavirus infection rates. While Tuesday’s CDC announcement is a recommendation and not a mandate, Ramkumar’s research demonstrates the life-saving potential of wider face mask usage.

Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

Opinion/opinión 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.

K-9 SPLASHFEST Your dog will love splashing around in the pool! there will be contests, goodie bags, and more! *Proof of rabies vaccine is required* Montelongo Pool August 8th from 1p.m.-5p.m. All ages welcome, Dogs $3.

NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR HISPANA INSPIRADORA The Hispanic Association of Women, Inc. would like to give you the opportunity to nominate outstanding women in our community. We are accepting online nominations for 2021. Please visit www. lubbockhaw.net to review the requirements and list of eligible categories from which we will choose one recipient as the Hispana Inspiradora. This year the Hispana Inspiradora will be recognized on October 12, 2021. Online nominations may be submitted by a group or by an individual on or before midnight August 31, 2021. For more information, email hawlubbock@yahoo.com.

FIESTAS PATRIAS 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe , September 18, 2021 5 PM CDT – 9 PM, September 19 COVID-19 OTHER RESOURCES • Call 2-1-1 for Health, food, housing, and other assistance • Call 7-1-1 for Relay Service • To report price gouging, call the Consumer Protection Division of the Office of the Attorney General: 1-800621-0508.

• En espanol - www. unidosus.org/issues/ health/articles/coronavirus-span IN-PERSON CIVIL LEGAL CLINIC Get legal help from the Lubbock Branch Office Service Area of the Legal Aid of Northwest Texas. Space for this clinic is for Tuesday, August 10, 2021, Tuesday, August 24, 2021, 5 to 7 p.m. at Maggie Trejo Supercenter, 3200 Amherst St. For more information call Christina Richey at (806) 763-4557, ext. 6010. 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.

La pandemia de la desinformacion

espués de un año y medio de D pandemia y cuarentena, todos tenemos ganas de hacer otra vez lo que

más extrañamos, en especial reunirnos con nuestros seres queridos. Pero aún no podemos abandonar lo que hemos aprendido durante todo este tiempo de cuarentena y aislamiento: que la salud es una responsabilidad colectiva.

Desafortunadamente, los hispanos seguimos rezagados en las cifras de vacunación y, ahora más que nunca, debemos continuar llevando un importante mensaje: tenemos que vacunarnos y tenemos que hacerlo hoy.

Sabemos que los latinos tenemos probabilidades más altas de contraer el virus y de ser hospitalizados como resultado de la enfermedad, en particular porque estamos sobre representados en el importante sector de trabajadores esenciales, arriesgando nuestras vidas todos los días.

Entendemos también que, en las comunidades hispanas, existen barreras de acceso, tiempo y lenguaje en relación con las vacunas disponibles. Pero igual que tenemos muchas barreras, hoy en día, también hay muchas opciones de ayuda. Las vacunas ya están disponibles en infinidad de lugares, con acceso más fácil para todos, y completamente gratuitas a todo el mundo por igual.

¿Que Piensas?

We know our readers have a lot to say! Mail letters to Latino Lubbock “Letters to the Editor,” Box 6473 Lubbock, TX 79493, o r email them to news@latinolubbock.net.

Please include your name, address, and contact phone number. Mailed letters must be signed. Please note that unsigned letters will not be published.

Letters are limited to 100 words, depending on space availability, some longer will be included. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration.

Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

PRAY FOR EL PASO I was thinking about El Paso and the sad news we heard last year. I have family there and it's sad that this is still something that we will not forget. Please keep praying for peace in our country. And please pray for the families of the victims in El Paso who are still struggling.

RJ Trujillo

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Aparte de estar luchando posibilidades de contraer contra una pandemia de y de propagar el virus, un virus letal, también especialmente a familiares estamos luchando y amigos. Se han hecho contra una campaña de muchos estudios clínicos desinformación. Por mi rigurosos, examinando la propia experiencia hablando eficacia de estas vacunas y la con mis pacientes, sé que comunidad científica a nivel muchos creen que los mitos mundial ha sido muy clara en torno a las vacunas son en su mensaje: las vacunas verdaderos y no se fían salvan vidas. de que las vacunas sean Muchos de mis pacientes seguras. me dicen que piensan que Mitos que la vacuna causa Dra. Olivia Gálvez, MD las vacunas no son seguras la infertilidad, que la vacuna por que se han desarrollado contiene un microchip, que la vacuna rápidamente. Eso es otra falsedad. El nos infecta con el virus del COVID, mundo entero se vio atacado por una por ejemplo. Por eso es tan importante pandemia de salud, pero también se reiterar que esos mitos no son verdad vio sufriendo de una crisis social y ni tienen ninguna validez científica. económica. Como respuesta a esto, La vacuna NO causa infertilidad. La en pocos meses, todos los recursos vacuna NO contiene microchips. La de muchos gobiernos a nivel mundial vacuna NO te inyecta el virus del se movilizaron inmediatamente para COVID. Todos estos son mitos erróneos buscar una vacuna lo antes posible. Se y falsos, e incluso dañinos, porque evitan priorizo esta vacuna por encima de todo que las personas se vacunen y acaben lo demás, y fueron muchas las manos protegiéndose totalmente. expertas, incluidos las manos de latinas y Las vacunas contra el COVID son latinos como nosotros las que ayudaron la medicina exacta que llevamos a probar, evaluar y a agilizar el proceso tanto tiempo buscando para volver de aprobación. a un estilo de vida más normal. Las Los efectos secundarios más comunes vacunas son seguras y efectivas de las vacunas suelen ser leves e y reducen significativamente las incluyen dolor en la zona de inyección en

el brazo, fatiga, fiebre, dolor de cabeza, síntomas típicos de una gripe, pero que duran por muy poco tiempo.

Tengo pacientes que han sobrevivido al COVID y me dicen que prefieren tener estos efectos secundarios durante semanas en comparación con lo que sufrieron con el COVID cuando estaban enfermos. Los efectos secundarios son mínimos y temporales. No se pueden comparar con los síntomas que produce la enfermedad en sí.

Para obtener más información sobre el coronavirus, yo siempre mando a mis pacientes a que visiten la página del CDC: cdc.gov/coronavirus-es.

Para encontrar una vacuna hay varias alternativas, pueden visitar vacunas.gov o llamar al 1-800-232-0233. También pueden unirse al grupo de chat de WhatsApp poniendo el número 1-833636-1122.

No demore en concertar su cita de vacunación o en ayudar a sus familiares y amistades a hacer la suya. Las vacunas son completamente gratuitas a todo el mundo, sin importar su situación migratoria o si no tiene seguro de salud.

Juntos Sí Podemos.

Dra. Olivia Gálvez, MD, especialista en medicina de familia del centro WFMC Health en Salem, Oregón.

Carta Abierta

VACCINE IS COMFORT Please Lord, don't let covid come back and shut us down again. This time, I'm not going to do things the same, but I'm glad we've gotten vaccinated. That brings a little bit of comfort to me.

GREAT ARTICLES Great articles in the July issue. I hope that the local colleges are taking more interest in their Hispanic students.

We look forward to each month of the Latino Lubbock. Keep up the great work!

Rosalinda Rosales

Rudy Peña

GET VACCINATED Why are people being so resistant about getting their vaccine? I had a friend die recently because he avoided getting a tiny little shot. He made it about politics and now his family has to live without him!

Please genté, get vaccinated! Don't avoid something that could save your life and that will make your family

NOT ABOUT POLITICS I cannot believe that Gov. Abbott issued an Executive Order restricting transportation of migrants on COVID-19, but can't encourage or follow CDC mask recommendations? We can't make this about politics.

We are all tired of this pandemic but it is going to continue to linger as long as we keep this up!

There is no one group responsible for the continuance of covid - it is all of our responsibility.

David Rodriguez DELTA VARIANT Thanks for sharing the info about the Delta variant in the July issue. I shared it with families we work with and they were unaware.

I also shared the online link of the Latino Lubbock Magazine which was very helpful.

Thanks for keeping the public informed.

Also, how can we get the paper distrubted to our office?

Thanks, Judy Z.

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Nathan H BE SAFE Can't believe all the wrecks and deaths of pedestrians. I think we all need to take a breather and take our time. Plus, those that drive and look at their phone at the same time need to be arrested.

Be safe ya'll!

Charles J.

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Politics/ política

Council Delays Proposed Changes To Lubbock Charter

he City Council meeting T last month was the third time the council discussed the

proposals with an August deadline looming to order a charter amendment election for November.

Disagreements centering around council compensation and public confusion over a rewrite of the initiative, referendum and recall process led the council to pause the effort.

A seven-member Charter Review Committee was appointed by the council in early 2021 and was charged with proposing ways the charter could be “cleaned up” and to identify any necessary changes to council compensation as outlined in the charter.

The 11 proposed changes were presented to the council in June to decide on what will ultimately make it to a ballot for voter approval, which is required by law.

Multiple councilmembers said members of the public contacted them with concerns over Proposition C, the effort to clear up the initiative, referendum and recall process.

In multiple meetings council-

members voiced disagreements over council pay, some of them arguing for more than what’s recommended and others saying a change is not necessary. Councilman Juan Chadis has voiced support for what he says is a livable wage.

“Once it becomes a livable salary, we’ll be making this dais available or accessible to 7075 percent of the population.” Chadis said. “Right now at $25 a month, a great majority of the people can’t afford to be up here on the dais.

You make it $800 and $1300, that’s a great increase but I don’t see the dynamics changing.”

Most changes to the charter were designed to bring the document into compliance with state law and current practices.

City Attorney Chad Weaver said it would be okay to delay the changes and continue operating with the current charter since state law already supersedes city policy.

Mayor Pope told the council the topic of charter amendments would be revisited in November planning discussions.

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he Senate voted July 28th to T begin debate on a roughly $1 trillion infrastructure bill after

weeks of negotiating, advancing a critical part of President Joe Biden's agenda in Congress. The vote was 67-32.

Over half of the bill — $550 billion — is new federal funding. It invests $73 billion to rebuild the electric grid, $66 billion in passenger and freight rail, $65 billion to expand broadband Internet access, $55 billion for water infrastructure, $40 billion to fix bridges, $39 billion to modernize public transit like buses and $7.5 billion to create the first federal network of charging stations for electric vehicles.

The White House claimed that the bill's investments in various areas of US infrastructure were either the largest ever or in several decades.

"We are proud to announce we have reached a bipartisan agreement on our proposal to make the strongest investment in America's critical infrastructure

in a generation," said 21 senators from both parties in a statement.

"Our plan will create good-paying jobs in communities across our country without raising taxes."

"Reaching this agreement was no easy task — but our constituents expect us to put in the hard work and show that two parties can still work together to address the needs of the American people," they added.

The statement was signed by Republican Sens. Richard Burr of North Carolina, Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, Susan Collins of Maine, Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, Thom Tillis of North Carolina, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, Rob Portman of Ohio, Mitt Romney of Utah and Mike Rounds of South Dakota. Members of the Democratic caucus included Sens. Jacky Rosen of Nevada, Chris Coons of Delaware, Dick Durbin of Illinois,

Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire, John Hickenlooper of Colorado, Mark Kelly of Arizona, Angus King of Maine, Joe Manchin of West Virginia, Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona, Jon Tester of Montana and Mark Warner of Virginia.

While the bipartisan group had a breakthrough, some progressives on the left criticized it after Sinema announced she would not support another, much larger, $3.5 trillion bill at that massive top-line figure. The other, Democratic bill is another crucial part of Biden's legislative agenda; it would fund climate initiatives, universal prekindergarten and community colleges, expand paid family and medical leave and the child tax credit, and add dental, vision and hearing benefits to Medicare, among many other proposals.

Big 12 Transition Causes Concern For Texas Tech And Lubbock’s Economy

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exas state representatives, T Lubbock city leaders and local businesses have all voiced

concerns after Oklahoma University and the University of Texas announced their plan to leave the Big 12 Conference in the next few years.

The rivalry between Texas and Texas Tech has been a tradition for years and a huge driver in Lubbock’s economy.

“Texas was one of our biggest money makers for the big rivalry,” said former Red Raider football player Lonzell Gilmore. “So for my own program, I’m very sad about it.”

“They are our biggest employer. They are a big part of the folks who travel here,” Lubbock Mayor Dan Pope said of Texas

Tech. “We are trying to protect Texas Tech and when we do that, protect Lubbock and maybe more importantly we protect small businesses.”

Local businesses like Red Raider Outfitters have profited off of these home game weekends since it opened up 46 years ago.

“We’ve seen more fans on a Saturday than any business in the city, so obviously it’s a bit concerning,” said owner Stephen Speigelberg. “Watching things take place, watching how much our administration is in control on the subject gives us a lot of confidence.”

That Monday, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick announced his es-

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tablishment of the Senate Select Committee on the Future of College Sports in Texas. It’s a group of Texas House Representatives and Senators set to discuss the economic impact of this transition and ways to keep both the tradition and history alive.

Even with Texas out of the Big 12, Gilmore hopes a big-name Texas school will continue coming to Lubbock.

“I think they’ll make it where we play at least one Texas school like A&M or UT and alternate it each year,” said Gilmore. “I think that’d be pretty cool if they made that an official type deal.”

UnidosUS Condemns “CRUEL AND SHORTSIGHTED” DACA Ruling by Texas Federal Court ollowF ing the recent rul-

ing by a U.S. district court in Texas that limited the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Carlos Guevara, UnidosUS’ Director for Immigration Initiatives, issued the following statement: “The court's decision is a stark reminder of the millions of lives that hang in the balance due to a broken immigration system. It reinforces our resolve to fight for permanent solutions for DACA recipients, as well the millions of others whose hopes, dreams, and aspirations hang in the balance. Our communities deserve

greater certainty at a time when many of their contributions as frontline workers have helped keep our great nation afloat during a once in a generation health crisis.

“Research shows that more than 330,000 DACA recipients and TPS holders have stepped up to serve as essential workers during the pandemic, providing their fellow Americans with necessary goods and services. They are among the 5 million workers who lack permanent status that have served in essential roles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The time for action is now. A solution that is good for America, Americans, and aspiring Americans alike – is within our reach. UnidosUS will fight for the inclusion of pathways to citizenship in pandemic recovery legislation, even if that means through the budget reconciliation process.”

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According to a recent report, current legislative proposals that offer pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants could add $1.5 trillion to the country’s GDP over the next decade while generating 400,800 jobs that would increase wages of those eligible by $4,300. That report also finds that these measures could increase the wages of all other American workers by $600.

UnidosUS, previously known as NCLR (National Council of La Raza), is the nation’s largest Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization. Through its unique combination of expert research, advocacy, programs, and an Affiliate Network of nearly 300 community-based organizations across the United States and Puerto Rico, UnidosUS simultaneously challenges the social, economic, and political barriers that affect Latinos at the national and local levels.

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Lubbock County Appoints New Elections Administrator

oxzine Stinson has been R appointed as the Lubbock County Election Administrator .

She joined the elections office in 2003 and served as Chief Deputy Administrator since 2005.

She replaces Dorothy Kennedy who announced her resignation in early June.

The position of Elections Administrator is created by Commissioners Court, and the ElectionsAdministrator is appointed by the County Election Commission.

The Elections Administrator is the chief county election officer as well as the voter registrar.

Stinson hopes to continue to be a role model and maintain the integrity of Lubbock County elections, especially at a time of scrutiny in the voting process.

“We’ll continue as we have been,” Stinson said. “Any changes that come through legislation, we’ll make sure that we follow those and make sure they work the way they’re supposed to and still ensure confidence with the voters and the party chairs and the election commission as a whole.”

Lubbock County will have its first elections in November under the leadership of a new administrator.

Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

EBB Offering Discounted

Professional Development

Internet to Eligible Households oday, having broadband Benefit Program (EBB) makes T access is linked to our having at home internet health, our well being, and our economic s e c u r i t y. T h i s i s especially true for the Latino community, Black and Indigenous communities of color, as well as rural and low income households or families who are experiencing economic hardship because of Covid19 and who face compounding obstacles to establishing and sustaining a reliable at home broadband connection.

Having access to the internet allows students to continue to learn, parents the option to pursue remote employment options, and it allows all of us to learn new skills to remain competitive in today’s job market.

The Emergency Broadband

affordable for Latino families by providing a discount of up to $50 a month to help households pay for the cost of internet.

EBB funding is available to all families nationwide — (as long as at least one member of the household has an ITIN number or has a student who qualifies for free or reduced school lunch).

Contact your preferred participating broadband provider directly to learn about their application process.

Go to GetEmergencyBroadband. org to apply online and to find participating providers near you.

Or call 833-511-0311 for a mailin application, and return it along with copies of document.

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Wear Your Mask! ¡Usa tu máscara!

New Research Explores Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Latinas

new study by the American A Association of University Women examines how Latinas in

the U.S. suffered disproportionate economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic and calls for targeted policy solutions to address their needs.

The study is grounded in compelling personal stories of women who faced job loss, financial devastation and debilitating mental and physical health consequences over the past year. It details how the pandemic exacerbated underlying systemic inequities, presenting Latinas with even greater challenges.

“Hearing what these women experienced makes it clear we must address the specific needs of Latinas, who were hardest hit,” said Kim Churches, chief executive officer of the American Association of University Women.

“Many were essential workers who kept our economy up and running throughout the crisis, and they deserve economic security for themselves and their families.”

“As we rebuilt from the pandemic, we must lift up the voices of Latina women,” said the study’s lead author Irasema Garza, J.D.. “They are vital base of support to our nation; their success and that of the U.S. are

inextricably linked.”

AAUW’s Latina Initiative resources include: • Pandemic Inequity: Latinas and the COVID-19 Experience.

This research examines how Latinas fared during the pandemic by documenting the lived experiences of individual women around the United States. Their personal stories are based on interviews with more than 40 women who represent the diversity of the Latina population in the U.S. • The Status of Latinas in the U.S. This fact sheet offers a comprehensive look at the nation’s nearly 30 million Latinas with demographic information and the latest statistics on Latinas’education levels, workforce participation rates, political engagement, access to health care, economic status and more.

• Latina Initiative Policy Recommendations. As our nation explores ways to recover from the COVID-19 crisis, AAUW advocates for specific policies to ensure economic security and access to educational opportunities for the nation’s Latinas. This document outlines AAUW’s priorities and calls for swift and immediate action.

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CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad. Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636.

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

Call 796-0606 or 792-1847 for more information.

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates LEADERSHIP LUBBOCK, is now accepting applications for the 2022 class. Deadline to apply is Tues., Aug. 31 at 5 p.m. Applications are available on www.LubbockChamber.com 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.

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TX Home Sales Reach

Record-Breaking Numbers exas home sales reached a T new high of 114,772 homes sold in the second quarter of 2021, an increase of 24.7% from the second quarter a year ago, according to the 2021-Q2 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today

by Texas Realtors.

"Texas is in the middle of a recordbreaking summer selling season with unprecedented demand for housing," said Marvin Jolly, chairman of Texas Realtors. "Across the state, buyers are having to compete more than ever for houses, leading to a strong increase in home prices."

The median price of a Texas home increased 19.1% to $300,490. Of all homes sold in the second quarter, 30.1% were priced from $200,000 to $299,999, the highest share of sales among all price-class distributions.

Luis Torres, Ph.D., research economist with the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University, commented, "The extremely low level of supply available is holding back sales and pushing up prices, as mortgage rates are still hovering around 3%, the economy is expanding, and ongoing demographic trends continue to

support housing demand. The limited inventory for homes priced less than $300,000 is particularly distressing and is stressing home affordability."

Housing inventory in Texas dropped to 1.4 months in Q2, a decline from 2.9 months in 2020-Q2. According to the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University, a market balanced between supply and demand has between 6.0 and 6.5 months of inventory.

Chairman Jolly concluded, "With such high demand and rising prices, buyers and sellers are relying on their Realtors more than ever to help them navigate this highly competitive market. Many sellers are in the enviable position of getting multiple offers above asking price but are finding there's more to choosing the best offer than simply going with the highest price. Factors such as appraisal waivers, earnest money, and termination options can all come into play. On the other side, buyers are facing the challenge of figuring out how to structure an offer that will stand out as the one the seller accepts. There's no one better than a Texas Realtor to guide buyers and sellers through these scenarios."

EBB está ofreciendo descontado Internet para hogares elegibles

oy, tener acceso a la banda H ancha esta ligado a nuestra salud, nuestro bienestar, y nuestra

seguridad económica. Esto es especialmente verdad para la comunidad Latina y las comunidades de color, así como los hogares rurales y los de bajos ingresos o las familias que están experimentando dificultades económicas debido al Covid-19 y quienes enfrentan obstáculos para establecer y sostener una conexión de banda ancha confiable en casa.

Tener acceso al internet permite a los estudiantes continuar aprendiendo, a los padres perseguir opciones de empleo remotas, y nos permite a todos nosotros aprender nuevas habilidades para mantenernos competitivos en el mercado laboral de hoy.

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El programa de beneficio de banda ancha de emergencia (EBB) hace que el tener acceso a internet en casa sea posible para las familias latinas proveyendo un descuento de hasta $50 por mes para ayudar a los hogares a pagar por el costo de internet.

Los fondos de EBB estan disponibles a todas las familias latinas en toda la nacion — aún para familias mixtas (siempre y cuando por lo menos uno de los miembros del hogar tiene un numero de ITIN o tiene un estudiante que califica para almuerzo de escuela gratuito o reducido).

Para obtener información en español, visite www.sba.gov/ espanol (In English, p. 8)

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Wellness/ bienestar

Healthy After School Snacks

ids need less frequent snacks K as they get older, but it's not surprising that most are hungry

after school. Many kids eat lunch early — 11:30 or even before — and then have an afternoon of classes and maybe even an after-school activity before their next chance to eat.

Depending on a child's age and after-school routine, parents might not always be able to control what their kids eat in the late afternoon. But don't throw in the towel just yet. These steps can guide kids to good after-school snacks that will be satisfying and still leave room for a nutritious dinner.

Figure Out the Timing. Put yourself in your kids' shoes and consider their eating schedules on a normal weekday.

Find out: When is lunchtime? What and how much do they eat at lunch?

Do they ever skip lunch? Does the after-school program serve snacks?

This will help you figure out how hungry your kids will be when they get home.

You'll also want to think about what time you normally serve dinner.

Create a List of Healthy Options.

Next, talk about which snacks your kids would like to have at snack

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time. Come up with a list of healthy options together and be sure to include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Pay attention to the amounts of protein, fiber, calcium, and other important nutrients, and don't miss the chance to talk about portion sizes.

Together, choose snacks that are low in sugar, fat, and salt. Being involved in the process makes it more likely that kids will learn to make healthy food choices.

Make Healthy Snacks an Easy Choice. Don't expect kids — even teens — to cut up their own veggie sticks.

It's just too much bother, especially when they're hungry. Kids are more likely to eat what's handy.

That's where you come in. Make healthy snacks easily available by packing them in their lunchboxes or backpacks or by having them visible and ready-to-eat at home.

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Noticias de salud/ Health News

Physicians Encourage Masking and Vaccination

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Statement by Texas Medical Association (TMA) President E. Linda Villarreal, MD; Texas Pediatric Society (TPS) President Seth D. Kaplan, MD; and Texas Public Health Coalition (TPHC) Chair Jason V. Terk, MD, as Texans plan for kids to return to school.

The physician and health care groups are calling for children to be protected from COVID-19 due to spikes in cases and hospitalizations from the COVID-19 delta variant.

They recommend parents and families follow new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for masking everyone in schools, grades K-12 – regardless of vaccination status – and to vaccinate all children aged 12 and up who can receive the COVID-19 vaccine, to protect them and their families.

“As students head back to school this fall, physicians urge Texans to take steps to safeguard children from surging COVID-19 infections.

We must defend children by vaccinating those aged 12 and up who can receive the COVID-19 shot, and by urging mask-wearing for everyone in schools to protect those who can’t be vaccinated.

“The pandemic has not ended – Gov. Greg Abbott renewed Texas’ disaster declaration on July 1 – and we physicians see it’s worsening as COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths increase once again, mostly in unvaccinated Texans.

“Let’s face it; if we don’t take action, the more infectious COVID-19 delta variant will spread among students when they gather together in schools. We urge use of every tool in our toolkit to protect children and their families from COVID-19. Those tools include vaccinating everyone who is eligible and getting all students to wear a mask to prevent spread of

disease to others, especially those who cannot get the shot’s defense from the virus.

“We want and need to have our children return to schools where they can learn and thrive. But we must ensure they are safe from disease spread to avoid outbreaks and disruptions that could keep kids out of school.”

The physicians also suggest children are caught up on all vaccinations in preparation for school.

About TMA: TMA is the largest state medical society in the nation, representing more than 55,000 physician and medical student members.

It is located in Austin and has 110 component county medical societies around the state. TMA’s key objective since 1853 is to improve the health of all Texans.

About TPS: TPS, the Texas Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, is the premier state professional nonprofit organization of over 4,500 Texas pediatricians and medical students. TPS believes that the most important resource of the State of Texas is its children and pledges its efforts to promote their health and welfare.

About TPHC: TPHC is a coalition of more than 30 health professional organizations and health-focused organizations dedicated to disease prevention and health promotion. The coalition works to reduce preventable disease by advancing effective public policies that promote a safe and healthy environment and healthy behaviors for all Texas residents.

Vive tu vida, Get Up Get Moving!

FREE COVID-19 VACCINES The Health Department is holding a drive-thru clinic for COVID-19 testing until 6 p.m. The clinic is located at 806 18th Street. *No appointment or registration needed *Free of charge regardless of insurance status *Travel testing/ asymptomatic testing allowed *24-48 hours for results. The clinics are held Mon. - Friday from 12-6 p.m. For more info, call (806) 775-2933 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 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 info call (806) 7994320.

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. org.

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Health/ salud

Immunize to return to school s you A prepare for the start

of a new school year, it is important to turn your attention to the required immunizations children must have in order to enroll in school such as MMR [measles, mumps & rubella]. Immuniza-

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tions are one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and your family from deadly diseases. Immunizing children according to recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics can help protect children from common infections and diseases.

Why are immunizations necessary? Immunizations are still a simple and effective way to protect children from serious diseases. Vaccines trigger the immune

system to fight disease.

What if my child does not get immunized? Children risk catching a disease, they can infect others and they may be excluded from attending school.

Can children get free vaccines?

Vaccines for Children is a federal program that provides free vaccines to eligible children including those without health insurance coverage.

Americana de Pediatría puede ayudar a proteger a los niños de las infecciones y enfermedades comunes. ¿Por qué son las vacunas necesarias? Las vacunas siguen siendo una manera sencilla y eficaz para proteger a los niños de enfermedades graves. Las vacunas activan el sistema inmunológico para combatir la enfermedad. ¿Qué pasa si mi hijo no se vacuna?

Riesgan de contraer una enfermedad, pueden infectar a otras personas y pueden ser excluidos de asistir a la escuela. ¿Los niños pueden recibir vacunas gratis? Vacunas para Niños es un programa federal que ofrece vacunas gratuitas a los niños elegibles, incluyendo los que no tienen cobertura de seguro médico.

Vacune a regresar a la escuela

ientras se prepara para el inicio de un nuevo año escolar, es importante que dirija su atención a las vacunas requeridas para niños al inscribirse en la escuela.

Vacunas como el sarampiín, las paperas y la rubéola.

Vacunas son la manera más fácil para protegerse y proteger a su familia de enfermedad mortal. Vacunar a los niños de acuerdo a las recomendaciones de la Academia

Children’s Eye Health and Safety

ith back-to-school time around the W corner, parents will be scrambling to buy new school supplies and clothes.

As they tick off their long list of school to-dos, ophthalmologists are reminding moms and dads not to neglect one of the most important learning tools: their children’s eyes.

Good vision and overall eye health are vital to learning. The American Academy of Ophthalmology is emphasizing the importance of healthy vision to academic success during Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month in August.

For healthy eyes and vision throughout theschoolyear,theAcademyrecommends the following four tips:

Get regular childhood vision screenings – Children’s eyes change rapidly, making regular vision screenings an important step in detecting and correcting eye problems early.

Know and share your family eye health history – Everyone should find out whether eye conditions or diseases run in their family. Parents should share that information with the person performing the screening when possible.

Watch for signals of eye problems – Parents should be alert to symptoms that could indicate an eye or vision problem, such as complaints of eyestrain, headaches and squinting when reading or performing other common activities.

Wear protective eyewear when playing sports – Eye injuries while playing sports can cause serious damage, whether by getting smacked with an elbow during basketball or hit with a hockey stick.

Because children are still growing, being vigilant about eye health is important. The earlier problems are identified; the sooner they can be addressed. For more info, visit www. aao.org

todo el año escolar, la academia recomienda los siguientes cuatro consejos: Consigue proyecciones regulares de visión de la infancia - los ojos de los niños cambian rápidamente, haciendo que las proyecciones de visión regulares sean un paso importante para detectar y corregir los problemas de ojos temprano.

Conoce y comparte tu historia de salud de los ojos familiares - todo el mundo debe saber si las condiciones oculares o las enfermedades corren en su familia. Los padres deben compartir esa información con la persona que realiza la proyección cuando sea posible.

Ver las señales de los problemas de

los ojos - los padres deben estar alerta a los síntomas que podrían indicar un problema de ojo o visión, tales como quejas de vista, dolores de cabeza y bizco al leer o realizar otras actividades comunes.

Usar gafas de protección al jugar deportes - las lesiones oculares mientras juegan deportes pueden causar graves daños.

Debido a que los niños siguen creciendo, estar alerta sobre la salud ocular es importante. Los problemas anteriores se identifican; cuanto antes se puedan abordar.

Para más información, visita www. aao.org

The Doc or Is In

Advice from our Doctors...

Consejos de nuestros médicos

National Minority Donor Awareness Day

ugust 1st is NationA al Minority Donor Awareness Day. Of the

the number of Hispanic donors because genetic compatibility is one of approximately 100,000 the factors in matching Americans awaiting a donated organs to reciplife-saving organ transients. For more informaplant on, more than tion, on LifeGift and to 15,600 were Hispanic, register to become a doaccording to the Organ nor, go to www.lifegift.

Procurement and Transplantation org or 1-800-633-6562.

Network. It is essential to increase

Mes de Donación de Órganos Minoritarios

l 1 de agosto es Día de la E concientización sobre los donantes minoritarios. Según la Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network, de los aproximadamente 100 mil ciudadanos que esperan un transplante de órganos, más de 15,600 son hispanos. Es fundamental aumentar la cantidad de donantes

hispanos, debido a que la compatibilidad genética es uno de los factores para encontrar el órgano donado correspondiente para un paciente receptor.

Para mas información, sobre LifeGift o Regalo de vida y para registrarse como un donante, visite www.lifegift.org o 1-800633-6562.

Vaccines are for ALL AGES!

Mes de visión y la salud ocular de los niños

on el tiempo de regreso a la escuela C a la vuelta de la esquina, los padres estarán luchando para comprar

nuevos suministros escolares y ropa. A medida que se van de su larga lista de escuela a-Dos, los oftalmólogos están recordando a las madres y los padres que no descuidar una de las herramientas de aprendizaje más importantes: los ojos de sus hijos.

La buena visión y la salud ocular general son vitales para aprender. La Academia Americana de oftalmología está haciendo hincapié en la importancia de la visión saludable del éxito académico durante el mes de la salud y la seguridad de los niños en agosto.

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Back to School

Let's Get Ready Alistemonos

Making the First Day of School Easier emind your child that he/she R is not the only student who is a bit uneasy about the first day of school. Teachers know that students are anxious and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible.

Point out the positive aspects

that everyone in K through 12 schools wear a mask indoors, including teachers, staff, students and visitors, regardless of vaccination

status.

Children should return to full-time in-person learning in the fall with proper prevention strategies in place.

Check with your school on requirements.

Llevando una Máscara os Centros para el Control y la vacunación.

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Prevención de Enfermedades de EE. UU., Los CDC, recomiendan que todos en las escuelas K a 12 usen una máscara en el interior, incluidos los maestros, el personal, los estudiantes y los visitantes, independientemente del estado de

borhood with whom your youngster can walk to school or ride with on the bus.

If you feel it is appropriate, drive your child (or walk with her) to school and pick them up on the first day.

Haciendo el primer día más fácile

Wearing a Mask

he US Centers for DisT ease Control and Prevention CDC recommends

of starting school: It will be fun.

They'll see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh their positive memories about previous years, when they may have returned home after the first day with high spirits because they had a good time.

Find another child in the neigh-

Los niños deben regresar al aprendizaje en persona a tiempo completo en el otoño con las estrategias de prevención adecuadas en su lugar.

Consulte con su escuela sobre los requisitos.

ecuerde a su hijo que no es el R único estudiante que está un poco inquieto respecto al primer

día de clases. Los maestros saben que los estudiantes están ansiosos, y harán un esfuerzo adicional para asegurarse de que todos se sientan tan cómodos como sea posible.

Haga notar los aspectos positivos de empezar a ir a clases: Será divertido. Verá a viejos amigos y conocerá otros nuevos. Recuérdele acerca de los años previos, cuando

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quizá haya regresado animada a casa después del primer día porque pasó un momento agradable.

Busque a otro niño en el vecindario con quien su hijo pueda acompañarse mientras va a la escuela a pie o en el autobús.

Si considera que es apropiado, lleve a su hija en automóvil (o acompáñela a pie) a la escuela, y pase por ella el primer día.

After School Child Care

uring middle childhood, youngsters need supervision.

A responsible adult should be available to get them ready and off to school in the morning and watch over them after school until you return home from work.

Children approaching adoles-

cence (11- and 12-year-olds) should not come home to an empty house in the afternoon unless they show unusual maturity for their age.

If alternate adult supervision is not available, parents should make special efforts to supervise their children from a

distance. Children should have a set time when they are expected to arrive at home and should check in with a neighbor or with a parent by telephone.

If you choose a commercial afterschool program, inquire about the training of the staff. There should be a high staff-to-child ratio, and the rooms and the playground should be safe.

Cuidado de niños antes y después de clases mediados de la niñez, los gresar de la escuela por la tarde llamar por teléfono a un vecino, o A jóvenes necesitan super- a un hogar vacío, a menos que al papá o mamá para avisar que ya visión. Un adulto responsable muestren madurez poco común llegaron. debe estar disponible para hacer que se preparen y que vayan a la escuela por la mañana y vigilarlos después de clases mientras usted regresa a casa después de trabajar.

Los niños que se están aproximando a la adolescencia (de 11 y 12 años de edad) no deben re-

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para su edad.

Si no hay disponible supervisión alterna por parte de un adulto, los padres deben hacer esfuerzos especiales por supervisar a sus hijos a distancia. Los niños deben tener un horario establecido en el que se espera que lleguen a casa, y deben

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Si elige un programa comercial para después de clases, pregunte acerca de la capacitación del personal. El personal no debe tener a su cargo a un número excesivo de niños, y los salones y el patio de recreo deben ser seguros.

De vuelta a la escuela

Developing Good Study Habits reate an enviC ronment that is conducive to

doing homework.

Youngsters need a permanent work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy.

Set aside ample time for homework. Establish a household rule that

the TV set stays off during homework time.

Supervise computer and internet use.

Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child's homework for them.

Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive.

If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child's teacher first.

Crea buenos hábitos de tarea y estudiar ree un ambiente propicio para hacer la C tarea. Los jóvenes necesitan un espacio permanente para trabajar en su recámara u otra parte del hogar que les ofrezca privacidad.

Reserve tiempo suficiente para que se haga la tarea.

Establezca una regla en el hogar que dicte que la televisión permanezca apagada mientras los niños hacen la tarea.

Esté disponible para responder preguntas y ofrecer ayuda, pero nunca haga la tarea de un niño en lugar de él.

P a r a ayudar a aliviar la fatiga de los ojos, del cuello y del cerebro mientras se estudia, se recomienda que los jóvenes cierren los libros durante 10 minutos cada hora y vayan a hacer alguna otra cosa.

Si su hijo está luchando con un tema particular, y usted no lo puedo ayudar, una persona que oriente a su hijo puede ser una buena solución. Hable al respecto con el maestro de su hijo primero.

Walking to School

ake sure your child's M walk to a school is a safe route with well-

trained adult crossing guards at every intersection.

Be realistic about your child's pedestrian skills.

B e cause small children are imp u l s i v e and less cautious around traffic, carefully consider whether or not your child is ready to walk to school without adult su-

pervision.

If your child is young or is walking to new school, walk with them the first week to make sure they know the route and can do it safely.

Bright colored clothing will make your child more visible to drivers.

In neighborhoods with higher levels of traffic, consider starting a “walking school bus,” in which an adult accompanies a group of neighborhood children walking to school.

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segúrese de que el camino de su hijo hacia una escuela sea una ruta segura, con adultos capacitados que trabajen como guardas para el cruce de calles en cada intersección.

Sea realista acerca de las habilidades peatonales de su hijo. Dado que los niños de corta edad son impulsivos y menos cuidadosos respecto al tránsito, considere con

sumo cuidado si su hijo está o no listo para ir a la escuela a pie sin la supervisión de un adulto.

La ropa de color brillante hará que su hijo sea más visible para los conductores.

¡Good Luck y buena suerte!

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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.

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE: The United Family kicked off the fundraiser by providing each school district representative with a gift card for $150 to do some shopping of their own. Through August 6, the United Family will once again partner with Lubbockarea school districts to host a school supply drive for local students in need. School districts benefiting from the supply drive will include Lubbock ISD, Lubbock-Cooper ISD, Frenship ISD, Roosevelt ISD, Slaton ISD and Shallowater ISD. Have a great school year from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Covid Awareness & Safety to be a Classroom Priority

BY SHANIA JACKSON, INTERN FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

that time of the year again IThetforishustle teachers and students. and bustle of back to

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school this fall may or may not be that different than last year regarding the pandemic.

Wendi Britt is a third-grade teacher at Waters Elementary school in Lubbock. She said her school is requiring the same regulations as last year excluding the mask mandate.

“Last year we required their masks being worn, keeping them 6 feet apart, sitting by t h e s a m e p e o p l e a l l y e a r, checking temperatures within the classrooms and sending them to the nurse as needed,” Britt said, “We will be doing all of these things for this upcoming fall semester, the only difference is that masks are optional for the kids.”

The educator said she plans to continue enforcing lots of handwashing, sanitizing, social distancing, and limited access to her in class library.

“I could not let them have access to the library last year, but this year I am hoping to let them use some of our books, we have many online books and resources, but it is so much

better for them to pick up an actual book than a device,” Britt said.

Mrs. Britt thinks safety will be great in her school this year, just as it was last year. Her students did not have a single Coronavirus case within the classroom last year.

“The school is being extremely cautious, so I am not worried about our kid’s safety, what worries me are the kids who take our online classes and how behind they get sometimes,” Britt said.

“If a child is sick, they absolutely need to stay home, but parents have to be careful because some of them will use that to their advantage,” Britt said.

She said that cleanliness in general is going to be extremely important this year. Parents are going to have to be extra cautious at home, and make sure their kids are practicing healthy habits in public places.

• Parents should be aware of their children’s school supply list and look out for any healthrelated products.

• L u b b o c k I S D s c h o o l supply lists can be found at https://www.lubbockisd.org/ Page/7789.

Get vaccinated! ¡Vacunarse!

COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www.collegenet. com RAIDERS ROJOS FIRST GENERATION SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship opportunity for Fall 2020 enrollment available through Raiders Rojos Alumni Network for first generation TTU students is now available. The eligibility requirements and application are online at www.TTURaidersRojos.org. Please feel free to share this information. The deadline to apply is August 6 at 5:00 p.m. Recipients will be notified no later than August 13.

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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.

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summer break and I have already made so many new experiences and friendships. I have the privilege of participating in two internships this summer which will allow me to sharpen my vision for myself and reflect how I want to contribute to the field of medicine in the years following graduation. I feel like I am in a summer-long retreat where I can focus on enhancing my scientific passions, nurture my love for medicine, and build resiliency along the way.

It’s beautiful to have a first-hand

experience of the incredible impact that research can have in alleviating disease. I look forward to logging in on more discussions held among MDs and PhDs, soaking in their advice, and witnessing the beauty of collaboration among intelligent minds. Although I am participating in virtual internships, I am still able to meet patients, learn how to code, present research projects, and participate in social events. Recently, I had the opportunity to hear the director of the NIH give an incredibly inspiring lecture, and to conclude with one of Dr. Francis Collins’ favorite quotes, “as for the future, your task is not to foresee it, but to enable it.”

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 Experience.

Affordable Childcare is Available he Early Learning Centers of to help ensure each child is deT Lubbock (ELC) veloping appropriately is now enrolling for and teachers work with the fall semester. Tuition is based on each family’s household income so fees range from $65-$125 per week. ELC also has part-time care available at a reduced cost.

ELC provides each child breakfast, lunch and snack. For infants baby bottles, formula and baby food are provided at no cost to the parents. A developmentally appropriate curriculum is used

children one on one to help those who might be a little behind catch up. Learning is done through play and involves lots of hands on activities for all ages.

The centers are open Monday through Friday, 6:30am-6pm and ELC accepts CCS. For more information or to schedule an appointment to enroll please call 806-765-9981.

Cuidado de niños asequible está disponible os primeros centros de apre- apropiado de desarrollo se utiliza L ndizaje de lubbock (elc) se para ayudar a que cada niño se están inscribiendo para el semes- desarrolle apropiadamente y los tre de otoño. La matrícula se basa en los ingresos del hogar de cada familia por lo que los honorarios oscilan desde $ 65 -$ 125 por semana. Elc también tiene cuidado a tiempo parcial disponible a un costo reducido.

Elc proporciona desayuno, almuerzo y merienda a cada niño.

Para los bebés, las botellas de bebé, la fórmula y la comida de bebé se proporcionan sin costo a los padres. Un plan de estudios

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2021 JOE CARRILLO KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #8097 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: Congratulations to The 2021 Joe Carrillo/KOC Scholarship recipients Katie Castellano (l) and Jolina Lopez (r)! Katie will be majoring in Engineering at Oklahoma State University. And, Jolina will be majoring in Education at West Texas A & M in Canyon, Texas. Best Wishes to both of these young ladies! And, congratulations! from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

WE ARE PROUD OF YOU: Lubbock High School Mariachi De Oro were honored today at the Lubbock ISD Board Meeting! They earned a First Division at the UIL State Mariachi Contest in Seguin, Texas. Thank you to Director Greg Cavazos and all his mariachi students. Way to go from Latino Lubbock Magazine! (Photo by LISD)

IN AUGUST · Review your fall courses and get to know your class syllabus for each college course. · Prepare, prepare, prepare. · Make sure you identify a study spot on campus or at home. · Keep seeking and applying for scholarships.

profesores trabajan con los niños uno en uno para ayudar a aquellos que podrían estar un poco detrás de la puesta en contacto. El aprendizaje se hace a través del juego e implica un montón de actividades de mano para todas las edades.

Los centros están abiertos de lunes a viernes, 6:30 am-6 PM Y ELC ACEPTA CCS. Para más información o para programar una cita para inscribirse por favor llame al 806-765-9981.

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Anniversary Joe and Dolores Vargas, 57th as of August 7, 1964

Anniversary Joe Jr. & Aurelia Rogers, 28th as of August 14, 1993

Anniversary Emilio & Eloisa Abeyta, 45th as of July 10, 1976

Anniversary David & Laura Gonzales 27th as of July 23, 1994

Anniversary Frank & Christy Garcia 23rd as of August 29, 1998

¡Felicidades!

Congratulations!

Anniversary Gilbert & Lucinda Escobar, 20th as of August 11th, 2001

Anniversary John & Alina Seright,2nd as 16th as of August 5,2005

Anniversary Jimmie & Dominga Arbuckle 15th as of August 5, 2006

Anniversary Alcario & Lori Garcia, 2nd as of August 10,2019

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Music Deepens Bond Between Father, Daughter Musicians

BY SHANIA JACKSON, INTERN FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

abriella Flores is a G 17-year-old singer from Lubbock, Texas.

Her father used to be in a Tejano band whenever Gabriella was around three years old. She was inspired by her father to begin her music career. She began receiving vocal instruction lessons when she was about six years old.

“Honestly, music has been a thing for me my whole entire life, it has been a blessing too,” Gabriella said.

She said she used to be tone deaf before she began taking vocal lessons. A few years after lessons and once she began to learn and understand the music industry is when she knew that singing was a passion for her.

“I really like the instrumentation behind music, I don’t know why but it constantly gives me chills,” Gabriella said, “I just love the way things sound together.”

Gabriella said she never really gets nervous when she is performing, it is more of an adren-

aline rush. When this happens, she takes a moment and just listens to her surroundings and breathes. She feels excitement more than anything.

“I just tell myself whatever happens, it happens,” Gabriella said, “To me, I am going to be proud of myself no matter what.”

Gabriella’s biggest dream is to become an artist. She aspires to develop her own style and fine tune her music to fit her abilities in the future.

“I like different types of music and I wish some types of music were put together that aren’t right now,” Gabriella said.

Gabriella enjoys singing Spanish and Mariachi music, she says it is a reflection of her beginnings.

She and her father’s passion

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for music bonds them together the most.

Her father, Armando Flores, got his start in music when he was about eight years old singing Mariachi and playing guitar. His father would dress him up and tell him to get up and sing. It became his passion then.

“I am so blessed and excited to share the same passion with Gabriella,” Armando said, “Every time I get to perform with her it is a gift from the good Lord.”

He said nothing makes him happier than seeing her perform as well as performing with her.

Armando said music is in his blood, with his performances it has become a second job but one of the best jobs on earth.

Flores said his biggest goal is to record an album with his daughter. They plan to do a CD with a Mariachi style music whenever Gabriella graduates high school.

• Gabriella performs with Caldwell Kids Entertainment and Armando performs with Mariachi Mi Tierra.

• Armando and Gabriella also sing together on Sundays at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at the 8 a.m. mass.

Their Sunday praises and worship can also be streamed live from Magic 106.5.

• G a b r i e l l a has an upcoming performance with the Caldwell Kids in August.

• A rmando and Mariachi Mi Tierra perform at River Smiths on Avenue Q, Thursdays at 7 p.m.

• G a b r i e l l a also has videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/ armanda33

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LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA PARTICIPATE IN 4TH ON BROADWAY PARADE: Members of Los Hermanos Familia prepared their float featuring a 16-foot inflatable eagle at the Fourth on Broadway parade. They navigated the eagle on the route beginning at the Civic Center at Ave M and Broadway into Mackenzie Park on Canyon Lakes Drive, disbursing at Mackenzie Park. They had patriotic music that echoed through the crowd and handed out candy to the kids. Although it was tough, they took pride in the celebration, and "Letting Freedom Sing", which was this year's theme.

En Aquellos Días…

i mama y papa sembraban un M jardín. No estaba muy grande pero

siempre era suficiente.

Teníamos sandias, melones, tres clases de calabazas, pepinos, tomates, okra, y frijol.

Loa tomates los cortábamos de las matas y comíamos con sal y otros tomates y pepinos los embotaba para usar durante el año. Las calabazas mexicanas las hervía y luego las cuajaba para hacer empanadas durante el invierno. Las otras calabazas las guisaba con poyo y elote.

El frijol pos era para cada hora de comida.

Y que no se me olvide el elote.

Lo hervía y lo comíamos en la mazorca o lo cortaba de la mazor-

ca y lo guisaba con las calabazas.

Cuando ya estaba muy pasado, se lo dábamos a un puerco que el patrón le daba cada año. A veces unos de los amigos les daban fruta, manzanas y peras. Mi mama no usaba recetas, sino que las cortaba y las remojaba y las hervía en agua con azúcar.

Luego les ponía canela y era el postre. Nadie cocina como nuestras madres y mi madre era la mejor. De un poquito de algo nos daba de comer a todos.

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

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Faith & Religion - Fe y religion Church Bulletins JAMAICAS ST. THERESA August 28th in Hale Center.

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SLATON JAMAICIA Sept. 11 in Slaton.

ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH JAMAICA Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Guadalupe Park, 2nd Street And Ave. P. LOS HERMANOS FAMILIA & KOC VOLUNTEER: Members of the Knights of Columbus of San Ramon Council #16394 with Los Hermanos Familia and SACNAS volunteered to prepare equipment for the 12th Annual "Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing" event. During the event, KOC councils are urged to bring their families to join the event and observe Knights of Columbus Family Week. Register online at www.letsgofishinglubbock.com

Forward in Chris

ebrews 3:1-3 (The Message) H Says that Jesus is the centerpiece of all that we believe.

Centerpieces tend to be the focus or center of attention. Just like a centerpiece at a table is the most important part of a decorator’s goal of laying out a theme for an event or meal. Everything around the table is in direct result of the purpose of the centerpiece. Everything hinges on the centerpiece.

The most important centerpiece of all time is God’s centerpiece, the Cross. The Cross is the centerpiece between the Old Testament and the New Testament. The Cross was the centerpiece of Calvary; Jesus hung on a cross between two thieves.

The Cross is the centerpiece of Sal-

vation.

The cross was seen by those of Jesus’ day as death and defeat. It was not Jesus who was defeated.

It took only one swift movement of His nail scarred hand to defeat death, hell and the grave. The blood that spilled from His wounded side drowned death, extinguished the flames of hell, and completely covered the accusations of our enemy the devil. The centerpiece of God’s perfect plan for man is Christ and His obedience to die on the cross for you and me.

Is Christ the center of your life today?

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community,” the CCM report states.

According to figures from the Mexican government, as of July 25, more than 2.7 million cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the country, with more than 238,000 deaths. Currently, it is estimated that there are more than 109,000 active cases in the country.

The government classifies the intensity of the pandemic according to red, orange, yellow and green traffic signals. During the first half of July, 19 out of 32 states were classified in the less restrictive epidemiological green category; now, only three states are classified thus.

Currently, the state of Sinaloa on the central Pacific coast is in the red zone, while 13 states are in the orange zone and 15 are in the yellow zone.

According to the Mexican Ministry of Health, as of July 24, more than 23.9 million people had received full doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. The government’s goal is to have over 107 million people fully vaccinated by December, out of an estimated total population of 130.2 million.

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.

Died From Covid-19 in Two Months

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ACI Prensa Staff, Jul 27, 2021 / 14:15 pm he most recent report from the T Catholic Multimedia Center (CCM) shows that at least 12 priests and a Mexican nun have died from the COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico in the last two months.

In total, five bishops, 232 priests, six men religious, nine women religious and 12 deacons have died in Mexico during the pandemic.

The Archdiocese of Guadalajara has been the hardest hit, with 25 priests who have died of the disease.

In its analysis, the CCM noted the absence of "an official report of bishops who have been vaccinated" against COVID-19 in Mexico.

In addition, the organization points out the "absence of a census by diocese and archdiocese that allows a general overview of permanent deacons, priests, local ordinaries and auxiliary bishops, as well as nuns who have been vaccinated."

"This is a great void given the need to verify the guarantees that allow a safe return to the churches and also of those who are in charge of a

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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 UNDERSTANDING THE SCRIPTURES online at https://catholicboard. com/ THE BIBLE ONLINE www. catholic.org/bible/ EWTN NEWS https://www.ewtnnews.com/

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He loves school, he likes to read, play outside and discover ways to have fun and make friends. Pico is getting ready for back to school! He is preparing his supplies, buying school clothes, planning snacks, learning safety, and meeting his teachers!

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Veteran & First Responder Affairs Veteran & Military Connection 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.

BREAKING GROUND: The Lubbock Police Department broke ground on a new headquarters building on July 13, at the empty lot at 15th Street and Avenue L. The construction of this new facility is part of the ongoing Public Safety Improvements Project, and is the fourth building constructed as part of the project. Three police division stations are currently being built in east, north and south Lubbock as part of the decentralization plan designed to increase community-oriented policing. (PHOTO BY SHANIA JACKSON/LLM)

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his is what a family that bleeds blue looks like. (Rebecca Van Hoose Bartlett Bartlett family in picture 7/23/21) I am in awe of your strength, unity, and love not just for your blood family, but the extended “Blue Family”, posted Nola Scarborough Rowe, wife of Sherriff Kelly Row. On July 23, 2021 the Lubbock County Sheriff Office, with broken hearts, laid to rest a husband, a father, a son, a true hero. Josh Bartlett payed the ultimate price to save his friends, his brothers in Blue.

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The holiday was first observed in 2014, and is considered an unofficial observance.

States, Counties, and Cities pause in recognition of the service and sacrifice of their local sons and daughters.

Last year, the Lubbock of the South Plains Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) dedicated the Monument of Courage located at the South end of Huneke Park, 4001 82nd St. To learn more about the criteria for receiving a Purple Heart, visit militarybenefits.info/purple-heartday

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/

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a way to put on a Brave face and forge on, but it will never be “Normal” again. We will cling to our memories, learn how to go forward and take turns being strong for each other as our Blue family continues to run towards the danger. We ask you to cover our department with prayers and ask God to protect and keep us safe from harm."

To this deputy, husband, father, son, hero……to our Friend Josh, “Rest easy, we have got it from here.”

And to this family, we thank you for your sacrifice. Our prayers and condolences to you from the Latino Lubbock Magazine.

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

Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING will be held monthly every third Tuesday at the Catholic Family Services building located at 102 Avenue J, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Please use front doors to excess the building.

NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION meeting will be at Mahon Library Community Room, 1306 9th St. Wed. August 18th at 5:30 pm. Topics will include: City Codes- Stuart Walker will discuss codes violations, citations, time frames and information about lawn services, and Community Development Representative will share resources available to the community.

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.

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Events to be held Aug. 3rd

he National Night Out proT gram culminates annually on the first Tuesday of August.

Neighbors participate across thousands of communities from all 50 states, United States territories, Canadian cities, and military bases worldwide.

A Community Block Party for National Night Out will be held at the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Dr., on August 3, 2021, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

There will be tons of free and fun activities for the entire family.

The Lubbock Parks & Recreation will hold an evening of fun at the Maggie Trejo Super Center, 3200 Amherst, as they celebrate National Night Out on August 3, 2021, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

They will have live music, free food, a free movie, and dance performances.

Dance Performances will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. including: - Ballet Folklorico Aztlan

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Scholarship Jam to be held August 14th

of 2013, the world lost Ition,nanAugust advocate for children, educaand family. David Montalvo

was a site coordinator for Communities in Schools of the South Plains. He touched the lives of many children who were considered "at-risk" in Lubbock ISD. Since his passing, his family and friends work together with Communities in Schools to provide scholarship opportunities for students across the South Plains who have the potential and desire to attend an institute of higher learning, but lack the monetary needs or sup-

port to continue.

Annually, the Scholarship Jam is held in his memory. The Scholarship Jam brings local bands from the Lubbock community together to help in raising money for scholarships for CIS students in the south plains area. This jam stands for just a few things David loved, music, camaraderie, and support for education.

The Scholarship Jam will be held August 14, 2021 from 2 p.m. to midnight at 1718 Ave. E. Tickets are $7 at the gate.

Mow Weeds, or Pay Hefty Fee lthough the Codes Section of If you see weeds that exceed the A the city does not give tickets, city ordinance of 8 inches. Call they do enforce the city ordinance. the Weed Hotline at (806) If weeds are not mowed after warning, the city will hire a contractor to mow the weeds – especially in alleys where the weeds get in the way of meter reading.

As such, the property owner gets a hefty bill from the City of Lubbock for the cost of the mowing plus $150 administrative fee.

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- Raices Compañia de Danza - Mariachi Galleros - Mariachi Mexico Lindo - Mariachi Tesoro Followed by a movie at 9:15 p.m. sponsored by Amerigroup called "Raya and the Last Dragon".

All food provided by United Supermarkets, and 200 backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last) will be given away.

All Ages Welcome! Free of charge!

The National Night Out for Dunbar Historical Neighborhood Association will also be held on August 3, 2021, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Simmons Community Building, 2004 Oak Ave., They will have Food, Games, and entertainment.

In addition, a National Night Out event will be held August 3, 2021, from 5-8 p.m. at Stumpy Hamilton Park, 22nd & Avenue X. Please join these events for a fun and safe community night out.

HAIRCUTS & HOPE: The 3rd Annual Haircuts & Hope was a great success!

Volunteers made the difference - some cut hair, some provided food, some provided grooming kits, clothes and more! While there were many volunteers, this group of ladies took the itme for a photo. Way to step up and care for others from your friends at Latino Lubbock Magazine! (Photo/Sandra Flores-Ramos)

775-2290. For pest control issues call Vector Control at (806) 775-3110. To inquire about cutting weeds as a contractor for the city, call 806-775-3000 (or 3-11) and ask for the Codes Section.

Additionally, citizens can issue complaints online.

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DIANE GARCIA, 73, was called home to be with her Lord on July 8, 2021. She was born on January 2, 1948, in Crystal City, Zavala County, Texas to the late Bonifacio DeLeon Rodriquez and Lorenza (Ramirez)

Rodriquez.

She attended Amarillo College, where she obtained her education and licensure in Cosmetology. Diane met Isaac Garcia and they were married in 1983 in Lubbock, Texas, and he preceded her in death on June 8, 2019. She owned and operated Diane’s Bridal Boutique and Quinceañera for over 25 years, retiring in 2019. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Those left to mourn her loss include three daughters: Barbara Rocha of Amarillo, Christine Hullender and Rosemary Zavala, both of San Antonio; one son, Ruben Berlanga of San Antonio; three brothers: Paul DeLeon and Roy DeLeon, both of Lubbock and Gilbert DeLeon of Austin; three sisters: Carmen Hernandez, Olga Garcia and Rosa Gutierrez, all of Lubbock; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Isaac and one sister, Stella Estrada.

Juanita Garcia Montez June 12, 1925 to July 13, 2020

Mamá, cómo te extrañamos. Eras el corazón de nuestra familia y ahora vives en nuestras almas.

Te amamos, Tu familia y amigos

August Prayer Today, O God, I ask you to empower your faithful servants who proclaim your Word all over the world. Please bless them with a season of freedom from satanic attack. Bless them with health, vigor, and passion. Please give them a long life full of useful service empowered by your grace. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen. " The LORD was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of his words fall to the ground." ~ 1 Samuel 3:19

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NATIVIDAD PUENTES CRISTAN, 91, of Lubbock passed away July 23, 2021. He was born in Buda, TX on January 5, 1930, to Primitivo and Francisca Cristan.

Natividad married Beatrice Ortiz on May 10, 1949, in Hereford, TX. He always worked in construction until he retired. Natividad enjoyed dancing and playing bingo. He was of the Catholic faith.

He is survived by his children Carlos Cristan and wife Sylvia, Raul Cristan and wife Marilanda, Rosa Mendez and husband Frank, Dora Hernandez and husband Felix, and Olga Morales; siblings, Luis Cristan and Janie Espinoza; 25 grandchildren; 64 great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.

Natividad was preceded in death by his wife Beatrice Cristan; siblings, Felix Cristan, Jose Cristan, Proforio Cristan, Gomecindo Cristan, Elvira Frias, Olivia Rangel, Petra Leal, Gregoria Delgado, and Betty Leos; grandson, Adam Hernandez; great granddaughter, Franchesca Cristan.

JUAN MIGUEL TORRES, 73, of Ralls passed on July 18th. He was born on May 8, 1948, in San Marcos. Juan married the love of his life Mary Lou Thompson and then worked at Lorenzo Textile Mill for many years. He then became the assistant manager for Allsups and found a new calling at Lawrence Bros where he visited and served the community. He loved the Lord and loved to sing.

Juan is survived by his three children, Nataisha Flores, fiancé Rolando Ontiveros along with her three sons; Travis Torres, Laine and two daughters; Russell Torres, fiance Melissa, two children and three great grand kids; brothers Ricky and Rudy Mendoza; sisters Juana mendoza, Rosa Equibel, Susie Niro, Rita Chapa. He is preceded in death by Anselino Menoza, Mary Gonzales, Sarah Rodriguez, Oralia Mendoza and mother Senorina Deleon Mendoza.

MARY ISABEL RODRIGUEZ, 55, died July 8, 2021. She was born August 18, 1965, in Lubbock, TX to Wenesceslao (Ben) and Pura Perez. She married Michael Rodriguez in Petty, TX and they shared 35 years together. Mary was a graduate of New Home High School and enjoyed her work as a teacher's aide before becoming disabled. She was a member of New Home Baptist Church and will be remembered for faithfully serving the Lord.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Michael Rodriquez, her children Damien, Chelsi, and Michaela; her grandchildren Leeya, Julie, Delilah, and Brielle.

Mary is preceded in death by her mother Pura, her sister Gracie, and her father-inlaw Louis.

JEREMY LEE ROMERO, 40, went to his eternal home July 21, 2021. On November 6, 2006, he married Crystal Canales and they shared 15 years together. He attended Lubbock High School and worked as a carpenter. He loved the 49'ers and he had a passion for art, and you always found him drawing.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Crystal Canales; his children Alyssa Romero, Daniel Romero, Madison Romero, Nathalya Romero, Brooklynn Romero, Marina Medrano, Jonathan Perez, and Jay Perez; his grandchild Laila Fitzgerald; his parents Ruben and Lupe Romero; his siblings Noel Yanis, John Yanis, Riva Romero, Rachel Romero, and Rhoda Romero.

Jeremy is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jose and Frances Romero and his maternal grandparents Leon and Eloise Vasquez.

ADAM AGUILERA RIVERA, 83, passed away in his home July 7, 2021. He was born April 5, 1938, to Hippolito and Matilde Rivera in Lamesa, TX. Adam Loved to be with friends and family and going on walks.

Those left to cherish his memory are his 6 children, Earnest Rojas, Adam Rivera, Johnny Rivera, Alicia, Adrian Rivera, and Sandy Owens; 13 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; and 11 great-great grandchildren.

Adam is preceded in death by his parents and three brothers Elojio, Sonny, and Eloi Rivera.

SILVIA RAMIREZ, 65, went to her eternal home July 25, 2021.

She was born March 6, 1956, to Benito and Lydia Mirelez in Hale Center, TX. On October 6, 1977, she married Polonio Ramirez, and they shared 44 years together. Silvia graduated from Abernathy High School and became the assistant director of Miss Robinson's Day School.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Polonio, her daughters Elizabeth (Kim) Merimon of Lubbock, Leigh Ann Ramirez of Lubbock, her sister Nancy Olguin of Abernathy, Anita Moreno of Nebraska, her brother Benito Mirlez of Houston, three grandchildren Ryan Ramirez of Lubbock, Ryleigh Merimon of Lubbock and Addilyn Merimon of Lubbock.

Silvia is preceded in death by her parents Benito and Lydia Mirelez, her sisters Mary Ester Mirelez and Teresita Valdez, and her brothers Lupe Mirelez and Gilbert Mirelez.

ELVIS NATHAN SANCHEZ, 29, passed away July 13, 2021. He was born September 17, 1991, to Audra Ann Sanchez.

He attended school at Petersburg, Texas and was employed at Sonic Drive-In as a cook.

Those left to cherish his memory are his mother Audra Ann Sanchez, his sisters Amanda Nicole Sanchez and April Lynn Ramirez (Ramiro Barbosa); his brother Eric Lee Sanchez (Andrea Barrera); his son Eli Horacio Nunez-Sanchez and his mother Mary Lou Nunez, his son Ethan, his daughter Leandra, and his son J.J.; his grandparents Santiago and Connie Sanchez.

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

BREANNA MONIQUE TREVINO, 23, went to her eternal home on July 23, 2021. She was born December 10, 1997, to Lorena and Emmanuel Trevino. Breanna was a graduate of Edmond North High School and a member of the Church of God Seventh Day. Those left to cherish her memory are her parents Emmanuel and Lorena Trevino, her brothers Emmanuel Trevino, Jr., Jason Scott Trevino, and Joshua Gamaliel Trevino, her sister Crystal Analy Trevino, and her dog (son) Diamond (Pinguino).

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

LYDIA GARCIA, 59, of Pittsburg, California, passed away on July 15, 2021 in Santa Monica, California.

She was born August 23, 1961 and raised in Lubbock, Texas to the late Pedro and Dolores (Zavaleta) Garcia.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Chris (Elizabeth) Fregoso and April (Brent) Garner of Santa Monica, California; Jesus Gaytan of Lubbock, Texas; Joanna Gaytan, of Pittsburg, California; and granddaughter Rayleigh Gaytan of Lubbock, Texas. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters: Martin, Pete, Octavio, and Chris Garcia all of Lubbock, TX; sisters Mari, Rosanna, and Yolanda all of Lubbock, TX, and Fabiola of Oakley, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Jesus Gaytan, her parents, and sister, Sylvia Flores. Lydia enjoyed spending time with her children and granddaughter. She loved spending time outdoors, enjoyed watching the Dallas Cowboys, enjoyed listening to music and dancing. Lydia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend that will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

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MARIA G. FLORES,79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 16, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was born March 28, 1942, in Rio Grande to Bernabe and Paula Guerra.

She married Melquiades Flores, Sr. May 2, 1966, in Lubbock, TX and they shared 55 years together.

Maria was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic church.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Melquiades Flores, Sr. and her children Adam Rivera, Johnny Rivera, Alicia Rivera, Melquiades Flores, Jr., Sylvia De Los Santos (Mario), Elena Duran (Arthur) and Armando Flores (Tonia).

Maria is preceded in death by her parents Bernabe and Paula Guerra, her in-laws Amparo and Alberto Flores, Sr., her son Alfredo Garcia and her five brothers.

JIMMY RIVERA, 57, passed away July 12, 2021. He was born in Lubbock, TX on October 11, 1963. Jimmy was a UPS truck driver for several years. He is survived by his children Dominick Rivera and Sarina Rivera, his sisters Margot Rivera, Debbie Rivera, and Corina R. McDowell (Rick) all of Lubbock, Becky Maldonado (Jaime) of Alamo, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents Rey and Viola Rivera.

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

Isaac Alexander Flores, 33 of Lubbock passed away July 22, 2021. He was born September 3, 1987, in Lubbock to Mariano Flores Jr. and Sylvia Coronado. Isaac worked for The City of Lubbock Recycle Center for numerous years and was a lifelong resident of Lubbock. He was a beloved brother and member of The Infallible True Church of Yahshua the Messiah.

He is preceded in death by his father Mariano Flores Jr. He is survived by his mother Sylvia Coronado; three brothers Ramiro Picon Jr., Jason Flores, Stephen Picon all of Lubbock; sisters Rebecca Flores of Lubbock and Stephanie Hill of Kerrville; maternal grandparents Fermin and Antonia Torres of Lubbock and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

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