Volume 11, Issue 11, November/noviembre 2017

Volume 11, Issue 11 November/noviembre 2017

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“Our future leaders (NCOs and Officers) must possess faith, determination, and a positive attitude. I believe a positive attitude will carry you farther than ability.” MSGT Roy Benavidez

On this month's cover, we feature a Veteran silhouette reminding us their service to our country.

They serve as one, for ONE country - the U.S.A. Annually, Latino Lubbock Magazine, fueled by the advocacy of Veterans by our publisher Christy, takes pride honoring Veterans on their day.

This year we included an article about female Veterans, as well as other Veteran Stories, and the Veteran's Parade. As such, please join us as we honor the heroes on Veterans Day, the official U.S. public holiday, observed annually on November 11, that honors military veterans, that is, persons who served in the United States Armed Forces. Here's to the Heroes!

(August 5, 1935 – November 29, 1998) Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient

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“Many hands make light work” “El trabajo compartido es más llevadero”

(Meaning, that working together makes work and situations easier to handle).

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Angel Contreras 11/16 Julia Jimenez 11/16 Mark Blanco 11/18 Cassandra Zamarripa 11/18 Arabella Belgara 11/18 Juanita Cruz 11/18 Angel Daniel Flores 11/19 Alfredo Pena 11/19 Nicholas Medina 11/19 Isabel Chavez 11/19 ReAnna Stubblefield 11/19 Carlos Jay 11/20 Jose Perez 11/20 Andrew Soto Sr. 11/21 Emilio Perez 11/21 Delia Crockett 11/21 Ashley Vidaurre 11/21 Ariel Aldama 11/21 Isabella Perez 11/22 Loretta Madrid 11/22 Sandra Avila 11/23 Elicia Romo 11/23 Ricardo Santiago 11/23 Arthuro Santiago 11/23 Isela Torres 11/23 Raul Beltran 11/24 Conrad Matthew Bernal 11/24 Eddie Chavez 11/24 Rocky Martinez 11/24 Vanessa Mendoza 11/24 April Guerrero 11/24 Richard Hernandez 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Izakiyah E. Cole 11/24 Raul Beltran 11/24 Minnie Biera Anaya 11/25 Evalyn Cervantes 11/25 Tony “Lando” Valdez 11/25 Mathew Adame 11/25 Xavier Valdez 11/25 Tony “Lando” Valdez 11/25 Ivan Carrillo 11/26 Isabel Chavez 11/26 Catarino Velasquez 11/26 Mildred Montez 11/26 Nora Briones Baca 11/26 Johnny V. Baca.

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Contents

Word from the Publisher Political

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Natividad DeLaCerda Raymond Singleterry David Cruz Danny Castro Aurelio Piña Avaristo Luna

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Opportunity/Business

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Health/Salud

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Education/Youth

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They Served with Honor

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Faith & Religion

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Veteran's Affairs Fotos y requerdos

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Sports Page

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ll veterans who have fought for our country's freedom are heroes because of their sacrifice.

As an advocate of the Latino community, it is especially important for me to acknowledge Hispanic Veterans who have and are contributing to the cause of freedom.

And, while I take pride in reading books and watching movies depicting wartime, troops and companies who performed heroic acts, I question the lack of stories and movies showcasing Latino heroes.

Some may not realize that over 1.1 million veterans are Hispanic. And, over the last two centuries, and, according to the Defense Department publication, Hispanics in America’s Defense, “when our country has been in need, Hispanic Americans have had more than their share of stouthearted, indomitable soldiers. Their intrepid actions have been in the highest tradition - a credit to themselves, their ancestry, and our nation.”

In World War I (1914-1918), the military was widespread with discrimination against Hispanics. Soldiers with Spanish surnames or Spanish accents were sometimes the objects of ridicule and relegated to menial jobs. Latinos lacking English skills were sent to special training centers to improve their language proficiency so that they could be integrated into the mainstream army.

Despite the past, from the American Revolution to Desert Storm, Hispanic Americans have risked their lives to defend the United States and the principles upon which it stands.

Even today, many of our sons and daughters serve as America’s soldiers in the U.S. Armed Forces, and are fighting in Iraq, Afghanistan, and throughout the world, including the estimated 69,000 foreign-born soldiers who are currently serving in the U.S. military. These soldiers make up nearly 5% of the military personnel on active duty.

In addition, Latino men and women have also served with distinction in the U.S. military since our nation’s inception, including nearly 500,000 in World War II, and nearly 40 Latinos have won our nation’s highest award, the Congressional Medal of Honor.

More than 53,000 Hispanics were on active duty in 2003 and another 1.1 million are veterans of the U.S. military. Many have also been honored with American citizenship as a result of their military service; more than 25,000 immigrants who have served in the military have become U.S. citizens through a special wartime military naturalization statute.

Suffice to say, Latinos are committed to the success of this country and proudly serve in the U.S. military.

So as we celebrate Veterans Day, which originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary of the end of World War I. It became evident that Congress passed the resolution in 1926 for an annual observance, and Nov. 11 became a national holiday beginning in 1938 that would honor ALL Americans who served their country. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation in 1954 to change the name to Veterans Day as a way to honor those who served in all American wars.

As such let us honor ALL Veterans this Veterans Day, and let us remind those who sometimes overlook that Latinos have also made sacrifices for our American freedom.

As always, may God place favor over you and your family. Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to highlighting the numerous contributions of our Latino community. Thank you to those who support our publication. We are grateful to have 100,000 readers monthly.

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

#GivingTuesday

Los Hermanos Familia Needs Your Support os Hermanos Familia (LHF) L is participating in #GivingTuesday, a day dedicated to

local giving and generosity & to make giving history for local charities.

Los Hermanos Familia, a 501(C) (3), is a collaborative group of men, women, and youth who value God, family, and community.

"We are committed to our objective, strengthening families, building community, said Christy Martinez-Garcia, President and Founder of LHF. "We work to offer programming that gives families and the community opportunities to connect, engage, and have fun."

All funds raised go towards the various programs hosted by Los Hermanos Familia, including: Adelante Awards, Cinco de Mayo Parade, Mini Pinewood Derby, S.W.I.M, Vamos a Pescar, Let's Go Fishing Event, Veteran's Day

Parade, and the West Texas Latino Artist Show & Día de los Muertos Celebración, the myOn Digital Reading Library, the Veteran's Day Parade, as well as their scholarship program and much more.

In addition, LHF raised funds for outdoor fitness equipment stations which will be completed by Nov. 6, 2017, and located along the walking trail at Buddy Holly Lake on North University and Cesar Chavez Drive.

"There are many health disparities, and many of the same families cannot afford to go to a gym, as such this will be free and accessible to the public year-round.

This is one example of our dedication to strengthening families and why we are asking for support to reach our goal," she said.

Garcia said that donations can

be made by visiting www.loshermanosfamilia.org until Tuesday, November 28, 2017.

Step 1: Visit w w w. l o s h e rmanosfamili.org Step 2: Click on the #GivingTuesdayLBK tab, under Donate Step 3: Click the Visit Our #GivingTuesday Page button Step 4: Click Donate Step 5: Select your amount, and fill out your card information *If you would like to donate via cash or check, please call (806) 792-1212 to drop off the donations.

Step 6: Please share with your friends on Facebook, and join us for our many activities.

For more details about Los Hermanos Familia and their programming, please visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org

Happy Thanksgiving Day Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017

In 1621 the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast which is now known as the first Thanksgiving. While cooking methods and table etiquette have changed as the holiday has evolved, the meal is still consumed today with the same spirit of celebration and overindulgence.

E n 1621, los colonos de Plymouth y los indios Wampanoag compartieron una fiesta de la cosecha de otoño que ahora se conoce como la primera Acción de Gracias. Si bien los métodos de cocción y etiqueta en la mesa han cambiado como la fiesta ha evolucionado, la comida se consume todavía hoy con el mismo espíritu de celebración y de los excesos.

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Community & Event Brieflies FOSTER HEROES FESTIVAL & FUN RUN, November 4, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Buffalo Springs Lake. Lubbock foster care organizations invite all for a day of fun and awareness. They will have a Fun-Run (entry fee will include a tee-shirt and wrist-band for free entry into the park), games, costume contests, and more. For tickets: http:// bit.ly/2y0oq1k THANKSGIVING DINNER FUNDRAISER November 5, 12-2:30 p.m., Saint Theresa Hall, Hale Center, 504 E. 13th. $6/plate. For more information: 806839-2892.

ANNUAL TURKEY BRUNCH November 5, 9 a.m. till we run out. Saint Theresa Parish, 22nd & Upland, Lubbock.

Fully loaded plate with all your thanksgiving favorites.

SALSA MAKING CONTEST, November 7, Tuesday, 10 am, Free, Adults 50+, You can never have enough chips and salsa. Come by and join us for this spicy event! Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

CREATIVE CRAFTS, November 7, 10 am, Free, Ages 50+, Enjoy a new project every month! This month learn to make a Thanksgiving Turkey windsock. Be sure to pick up a supply list each month. Rawlings Community Center.

ANNUAL TURKEY DINNER, November 10, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sacred Heart Church Hall, 2801 N. Columbia, Plainview. $9/plate CAFE CON MIGUEL Meet and chat with Miguel Levario, Democrat for Congress Nov. 8th at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 1120 52nd St TAMALE MAKING WORKSHOP, November 10-11, Part 1 Friday 6-8 pm, Part 2 Saturday 10 am-2 pm, $20, Ages TeenAdult, Learn to make tamales just in time for the holidays. This is a two-day workshop and participants must be able to attend both sessions, Call 767-2704 to register by Thursday, November 9, Rawlings Community Center.

“FEED A FRIEND - IT’S AS EASY AS PIE” - November 10-18, for the 24th consecutive year, Lubbock Meals on Wheels is holding the “Feed a Friend – It’s as Easy as Pie” fundraiser. For a $5 donation to Meals on Wheels, participants will receive a coupon for a free Sara Lee pie. Donations can be made at any Lubbock United Supermarket. LMOW serves hot, nutritious meals to over home bound, elderly and disabled people each weekday.

STORYBOOK GALA benefitting High Point Village will take place on November 2, 2017 from 7 to 9 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for drinks, shopping, meeting the Villagers, live music and art. Ron Suskind as the keynote speaker. For tickets call (806) 698-0015.

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Honoring Our Fallen Heroes & Supporting Our GoldStar Families

he term "Gold Star" deT scribes a family member who has lost a loved one in mili-

tary service.

A s a GoldStar sister I strive to honor my family’s legacy. I have asked myself on several occasions “what can I do? How can I help”? Not only do I try to honor my family as a GoldStar Sister but as a citizen. I want to honor the sacrifices that allow me to live free. The example has already been set for me by all our veterans that have given of their own free will and by the Fallen that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

My father dedicated his life to service as a police officer and a minister. He was an example for me and my brothers. I witnessed my brother’s service as soldiers.

They gave their time, they endured pain and the dedicated everything it takes to be the best of our country. I learned that there

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is opportunity to help the fear of all families. reach our veterans, They are the legacy of their families, and our the ultimate sacrifice GoldStar families. for freedom. I know Here within our own first for me by hearing community you and the names of brothers I can thank them for and sharing our jourtheir sacrifices. Our ney I heal a little more soldiers returning each time. home need us more Help me say the names than ever. Helping of our fallen and allow them transition back their families to share into our communities their stories. We can is essential to helping MONICA VELEZ embrace them in their heal what they have en- Gold Star Sister journey. As a comdured for us. Our vetmunity we can come erans are not weak or damaged. together and guide our young They are highly trained leaders leaders and our children to learn and the best of the best. They about the legends within their have served their country and city. Continue inviting our vetare returning home to serve their erans and GoldStar families to community. community events and make I can help by becoming part of them essential in the growth of the local VFW, Team RWB, Tra- our city. I can celebrate their servis Manion Foundation, and oth- vice every day. er veteran organizations. Our I can continue to ensure my GoldStar families have endured GoldStar families and veterans

WELL DESERVED Congratulations on being given the Senator Robert L. Duncan Community Champion Award! Well deserved, for sure!

Beth Lawson, CEO StarCare

Peace, Congressman Raul Grijalva

OUTSTANDING COVER Again, you have created an outstanding front cover!!

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Monica Velez is a GoldStar sister to her late brothers, Corporal Jose A. “Freddy” Velez who died on November 13, 2004 in Fallujah. Two years later and on a deployment to Afghanistan Army SPC Andrew Velez took his own life on June 25, 2006. She has continued to champion to bring awareness and shares her brothers’ stories with others, and a time of healing as she spends that time with other service members and grieving Families and friends. And every October since 2009, Monica runs the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington to honor the memory of her brothers.

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REAL PEOPLE AFFECTED You know as well as I do that our nation is facing tumultuous times. Basic human rights are being stripped away left and right from women, the LGBTQ community, and social media users just to name a few groups. The current administration seems bent to break down and destroy anything that doesn't fit a very narrow and draconian agenda, especially when it comes to immigration.

With everyday bringing a new twist to Trump's anti-immigrant agenda, it's easy to get lost in the turbulence and turn a blind eye to it all. However, we must not forget that the decisions that Trump and his administration are making affect real people in our country. These decisions are not just soundbites - they affect people trying to do nothing more than work, provide for their families and obtain the opportunities that America has to offer.

Below are the stories of Andreas, Dalia, and Donald, all students from Arizona and whose livelihoods are currently being threatened by Trump's decision to phase out the Deferred Action For Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. As you read their stories, remember that these are just three of more than 800,000 DREAMers who are being threatened. That's why I'm pushing for a clean HR 3440 DREAM Act in order to ensure that they are able to stay in the only country they know and call home.

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that I will lead by example. By mentoring and sharing our journey we can teach our others to be proud of their hometown heroes.

I feel that we can honor the legacy by uniting together. Pledge with me to support their service and Never Forget the cost of our freedom.

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DEDICATION RECOGNIZED We want to congratulate you on receiving this year’s Senator Robert L. Duncan Community Champion award. We recognize your dedication and excellence in this community and are simply grateful for all that you do! Congratulations!

Warmest Regards, Tanya Roberts, Juanita Perez & Velinda B. HELPING A FELLOW VET I was so impressed to hear how several Veteran groups and ROTC groups got together to help a fellow veteran, Lupe Rios, who had two strokes and was unable to complete a remodel to his house.

It's so inspiring to hear that veterans are helping each other out, and instilling in future service men and women help each other. Especially now, in a time when 20 Vets die a day due to suicide. We look forward to the Veteran issue in Latino Lubbock.

Thanks again, George Luna CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on being given the Senator Robert L. Duncan Community Champion Award! Well deserved, for sure!

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LHF Fitness Equipment to Be Completed by Nov. 6

BY AMARIS GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

os Hermanos Familia (LHF), a comL munity-based nonprofit whose objective is Strengthening Families, Building

Community, is proud to announce that the placemtn of outdoor fitness equipment they sponsored will be completed November 6, 2017.

“Los Hermanos Familia recognizes that the equipment will provide citizens a chance to enrich their health and quality of life,” said Christy Martinez-Garcia, President and Founder of LHF adding that the equipment will address health disparities and offer access to fitness equipment in North Lubbock where there are no fitness gyms.

She was introduced to the outdoor fitness equipment when she visited other cities and countries that had them in their parks.

So, when she received a report about the growing health disparities of Hispanic families, and the growing concerns with Diabetes, heart disease, and child obesity, she committed to doing something. Unfortunately, the city did not have a budget for equipment in North Lubbock.

As such, she began to raise funds to purchase the HealthBeat Outdoor Fitness Equipment. Later, she encouraged the LHF board to join her effort. They chose Buddy Holly Lake as the site for the equipment.

“Many families and individuals come to the lake for walking and enjoying the outdoor environment, and to our annual fishing event,” said Martinez-Garcia. “They can now add fitness equipment as another choice for fitness and relaxation,” she added.

Martinez-Garcia pointed out the numerous benefits that can be realized through the outdoor fitness equipment including physical health, mental health, social function, youth development, environmental and economic impacts.

Not to mention that the installation of the equipment was designed to fit seamlessly

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into a space which is near other park elements such as the walking track or path like the one surrounding Buddy Holly Lake, at North University and Cesar E. Chavez Drive. In this case the equipment will be lakeside, and by a cluster of trees.

“We want to provide citizens with opportunities for relaxation, as well as encourage enjoyment, nature, health, physical fitness and well-being - all important goals and values of Los Hermanos Familia,” said Martinez-Garcia.

The equipment is installed in the natural, outdoor setting and is designed for the beginner, intermediate and advanced user, ages 13 and up.

Further, LHF selected 10 pieces of equipment that work all muscle types as one progresses through the circuit. This equipment includes balance steps, a cardio stepper, squat press, plyometrics, Tai Chi wheels, chest/back press, assisted row/push-up, pull-up/dip and ab crunch/leg lift, stretch station, and a mobility station.

Martinez-Garcia said that she believes the need for such an amenity in North Lubbock will be met by a user group that has little or no access to such fitness equipment.

"This is gift to our community, and we hope families will use it,” she said emphasizing that it would offer them more convenient access to fitness equipment from sunrise until midnight, free of charge.

She added that the funds were raised in part by a grant from the Caprock Foundation, as well as a donation from Latino Lubbock Magazine, and fund-raisers held

by LHF. In addition, the City of Lubbock Parks & Rec staff installed the equipment doing the construction of concrete pads/ bases for the equipment. They will also maintain the area.

“We are grateful, and truly hope the public will utilize this gift and strive for healthier living.”

Los Hermanos Familia will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony tentatively, November 16, 2017. Please visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org for updates.

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ticipation is cloaking Washington, with possible arrests imminent after the federal grand jury in the Russia investigation approved its first charges.

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Trump and his team deny any wrongdoing, and so far there is no conclusive evidence from Mueller's closely held investigation or several congressional probes of nefarious links with the Russians.

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House's argument that the Russia drama is nothing but a drummed up Democratic plot born of despair at Hillary Clinton's shocking loss last November, and be a distraction from the Republican tax reform effort this week.

More significantly, the charges could be the first step in a series of actions by the special counsel that strike at the heart of Trump's inner political and family circle, and could even put his presidency in jeopardy.

But the immediate political fallout of whatever unfolds in the coming days depends on who is initially targeted by Mueller, their proximity to Trump, and how the President reacts to this threshold being crossed.

"The Dems are using this terrible (and bad for our country) Witch Hunt for evil politics, but the R's ... are now fighting back like never before," Trump tweeted Sunday.

"There is so much GUILT by Democrats/Clinton, and now the facts are pouring out. DO SOMETHING!" The special counsel has taken up several strands of inquiry, including into the business affairs of Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort, claims that members of the President's campaign team, like former national security adviser Michael Flynn, transgressed in their alleged contacts with Russian officials and whether the President's dismissal of FBI Director James Comey amounted to obstruction of jus-

tice.

On many occasions throughout the Russia episode, Trump's conduct has appeared to expose him to deeper risk, for example over the Comey firing that led to Mueller's appointment. The President's political vulnerability is becoming more acute as well — an NBC/ Wall Street Journal poll Sunday put his approval rating at 38% -the lowest point of his presidency.

Ty Cobb, the President's top counsel, sought to make clear that Trump's Twitter eruption Sunday was not an attempt to antagonize Mueller.

"Contrary to what many have suggested, the President's comments today are unrelated to the activities of the special counsel, with whom he continues to cooperate," Cobb told CNN's Jeff Zeleny.

But given the timing of the Twitter response on a weekend dominated by CNN's reporting of impending arrests, Cobb's explanation was open to question.

The President's anger appeared to represent a clear attempt to shape the political battlefield after a week in which the White House and allies sought to muddy the narrative on the Russia investigation.

There is still rampant speculation in Washington that Trump could seek to dismiss Mueller, a move that could trigger a constitutional crisis and put Republican leaders in Congress in a dicey political position.

City Implements Solid Waste Rate Structure Adjustment

s of October 1, 2017, the City of LubA bock has adjusted its solid waste rate structure. The residential rate has increased

by one dollar. Residential customers are charged a flat rate each month for garbage collection. The amended monthly residential charge is $16.25 plus any applicable state or federal fee or surcharge. The residential solid waste rate was $15.25.

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Congressional Budget Could Burden Families, While Slashing Taxes for the Wealthy nidosUS (forU merly NCLR) denounced the Sen-

ate budget resolution, S. Con. Res. 25. The budget amends H. Con. Res. 71, the budget blueprint passed by the House earlier this month, and will slash funding for crucial programs to provide massive tax cuts to wealthy people and large corporations. Among the budget’s most devastating cuts are to programs that help children, seniors and working families stay above the poverty line.

“Cutting billions of dollars from key programs that help millions of Americans, including many Latino families, will have a catastrophic impact on their ability to meet basic needs like putting food on the table and a roof over their heads,” said UnidosUS

President and CEO Janet Murguía.

The budget resolution that passed by a narrow margin would result in a massive cut of more than $1.8 trillion to Medicaid, Medicare and Affordable Care Act subsidies for health insurance and health programs, and $800 billion in reductions to income security programs, which include child nutrition programs, SNAP and refundable portions of the Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Earned Income Tax Credit. In addition, it would advance efforts to restrict eligibility for taxpaying immigrant families and their U.S.citizen children for the CTC—an effective tool that lifted nearly one million Latinos out of poverty in 2015.

“The budget would strip billions from our community, impacting the nearly four million U.S.-citizen children who have an immigrant parent, risking pushing them into poverty. To do this while providing a deficit-busting tax cut to the wealthy is shameful and goes against our values as a nation,” Murguía added.

El presupuesto del Congreso podría perjudicar a las familias

nidosUS (anteriormente conocido U como el NCLR) ha denunciado la resolución sobre el presupuesto pre-

sentada antes el Senado, S. Con. Res. 25. Esta resolución que enmienda el H. Con. Res. 71, que es el presupuesto aprobado a principios de este mes, cortaría fondos para programas cruciales, pero a la misma vez facilita recortes masivos a los impuestos de los ricos y de las grandes corporaciones. Entre los recortes más devastadores que se incluyen en esta propuesta están los programas que actualmente ayudan a los niños, a los ancianos y a las familias trabajadoras a no caer bajo los índices de la pobreza.

“El recortar miles de millones de dólares de los programas esenciales que ayudan a millones de estadounidenses, incluyendo a muchas familias latinas, tendría un impacto catastrófico en la capacidad de estas personas para asegurar sus necesidades básicas tales como tener alimentos en sus mesas y un techo para cobijarse”, dijo Janet Murguía, presidente y CEO de UnidosUS. La resolución presupuestaria, la cual fue aprobada por un ajustado margen, resultaría en recortes masivos a los programas de Medicaid y Medicare, y a los subsidios para seguro de salud que

provee el Affordable Care Act (Ley de Ciudado de Salud Asequible) y a otros programas de salud. Estos recortes representarían más de $1.8 billones ($1.8 trillion, en inglés) a los programas de salud y de $800 mil millones ($800 billion, en inglés) en reducciones a programas de seguridad de ingresos, los cuales incluyen SNAP, y las porciones reembolsables de los créditos contributivos Child Tax Credit (CTC) y Earned Income Tax Credit. Esto también avanzaría los esfuerzos de restringir la elegibilidad de las familias contribuyentes de inmigrantes y de sus hijos ciudadanos estadounidenses a obtener el CTC— una herramienta sumamente efectiva que ayudó a millones de latinos a salir de los índices de la pobreza en el año 2015.

“Este presupuesto le arrancaría miles de millones de dólares a nuestra comunidad, lo que tendría un impacto directo sobre casi cuatro millones de niños estadounidenses cuyos padres son inmigrantes, y los pondría en riesgo de caer en la pobreza. El hacer esto, a la misma vez que se recortan los impuestos de los más ricos—lo cual tendría un efecto directo en el presupuesto del país—es una vergüenza y es contrario a los valores de nuestra nación”, añadió Murguía.

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Lupe Ramirez Reaping What You Sow

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upe Ramirez has been farmL ing his entire life. He grew up the son of a cotton farm hand

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in West Texas and spent his childhood helping his father do odd and end jobs around cotton farms. He said he knew he wanted to own his own cotton farm after his dad showed him how to drive a tractor.

"He was doing some plowing and he put me in that tractor and showed me how to drive it and that's how I got hooked on farming," Ramirez said.

Ramirez said other than a sixmonth stint as a carpenter, he spent his entire life working as a farmhand on various farms across West Texas. In his 30's he landed a job with a farm in Shallowater, where he would work for 20 years.

In his early 50's, Ramirez finally had his dream come true when he acquired the first acres of his own cotton farm. He would continue to work for his old boss for a couple more years before they agreed that Ramirez needed to focus on his crops.

That same year, Ramirez would acquire more land and continue to do most of the work around his farm himself. At its largest, his farmland was over 2,200 acres but he decided to downsize because he could not find consistent good help during busy seasons.

Ramirez said farming is not always easy and does not always go to plan but his faith as a devout Christian helps him get through.

"I always say we (when re-

ferring to himself) because, it is God first, and then me," Ramirez said.

In the early 1990's, Ramirez said he lost his entire crop during an electrical storm. His son asked him why he was so calm when surveying the damage and he said because he knew God would take care of him. That year he made money through a combination of his crop insurance, a disaster relief plan the government set forth, and a great yield on a planting of broom corn, which was the first and only time he has planted something other than cotton.

Ramirez, who grew up without any type of education, said he really pushed his kids to get education and go to college. His son, Robert, went to Texas Tech to learn more about agriculture and came back with ways to increase his crop yields.

Despite his success Ramirez continues to downsize as he says he is getting too old to do everything that needs to be done and is currently down to about 1,000 acres. He said he plans to farm through next year because he already has the crop planted, but he hopes he can retire sometime soon after.

Editor's Note: Latino Lubbock Magazine is proud to showcase Mr. Ramirez on his hard work, vision, faith and success!

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It is everyone’s business to support the prosperity of Hispanic businesses because the multiplier effect of their growth will need to fuel more American jobs and income in the years to come. In the face of difficult circumstances gaining employment in corporations, Hispanics create their own

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• Buddy up or join a walking group.

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• Monitor your walking with an inexpensive pedometer. To get optimal heart benefits try walking about 10,000 steps each day.

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• Camine en un ambiente seguro y bien iluminado.

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• Mida la distancia de su caminata con un podómetro económico.

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Maneras de vencer la diabetes Los más recientes tratamientos para

combatir esta devastadora enfermedad los úlDel urante timos 30 años, número de es-

tadounidenses diag nosticados con diabetes ha aumentado estrepitosamente, pasando de alrededor de 6 millones en 1980 a casi 19 millones en la actualidad. A medida que el problema se sale de control, los investigadores corren para encontrar nuevos tratamientos para esta devastadora enfermedad.

Hace poco, científicos de Newcastle University, en Inglaterra, informaron que, al parecer, una dieta de 600 calorías diarias revirtió la diabetes tipo 2 en un pequeño grupo de pacientes que padecieron diabetes por menos de cuatro años. Siete de 10 pacientes seguían sin diabetes tres meses después de detener la intensa dieta de ocho semanas, que consistió en bebidas sustitutas de alimentos y tres porciones diarias de verduras ricas en almidón.

En el plano quirúrgico, una cirugía para perder peso conocida como desvío gástrico Roux-en-Y demostró ser sorprendentemente efectiva para revertir la diabetes tipo 2: el 80 % de los pacientes que se someten a esta cirugía — que consiste en crear una bolsa en la parte superior del estómago y conectarla directamente al intestino delgado— experimentan una drástica regresión de su diabetes. Estos resultados se ven apenas días después de la cirugía y antes de perder mucho peso.

Estos hallazgos han generado una oleada de investigaciones

para tratar de entender cómo es que el desvío gástrico afecta la regulación del azúcar en la sangre. Si bien no está claro cómo trabaja exactamente, la mayoría de las teorías se centran en el antiguamente menospreciado papel del intestino delgado y el estómago como órganos endócrinos, o liberadores de hormonas.

El desvío gástrico Roux-en-Y en particular parece alterar hormonas específicas que ayudan a regular la respuesta del organismo al azúcar.

Aun así, lo último que recomendaría es que la gente confíe en dietas extremas o cirugías radicales de redireccionamiento del estómago para solucionar un problema que, a menudo, es evitable. Si su nivel de glucosa en sangre en ayunas está por encima de 100, el momento de actuar es ahora.

El Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP, Programa de Prevención de la Diabetes), un gran estudio multicéntrico de investigación, mostró que l a gente con sobrepeso que tiene prediabe- t e s puede reducir en un 58 % el riesgo de desarrollar diabetes si pierde sólo del 5 al 7 % de su peso corporal.

Lo más importante es lograr hacer 150 minutos de actividad física cada semana: El esfuerzo físico ayuda a las células de los músculos a usar mejor la glucosa, y puede llevar a perder peso, lo que a su vez mantiene la diabetes a raya.

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How you can fight this devastating disease

ver the past 36 years the O number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has skyrock-

eted, from about 6 million in 1980 to almost 19 million today. As this problem spirals out of control, researchers are racing to find new treatments for this devastating disease.

Recently, scientists at Newcastle University in England reported that a 600-calorie-a-day diet appeared to reverse type 2 diabetes in a small group of patients who had diabetes for less than four years. Seven patients out of

Manos limpias salvan vidas antener las M manos limpias es uno de los pasos

más importantes que podemos tomar para evitar enfermarnos y transmitir los gérmenes a otras personas. Lo mejor es lavarse las manos con agua corriente limpia y jabón por 20 segundos. ¿Necesita un cronómetro? Imagínese cantar "Feliz Cumpleaños" dos veces a través de un amigo!

Sin embargo, si el agua limpia y jabón no están disponibles, utilice un producto a base de alcohol para limpiarse las manos. Manos a base de alcohol para frotar a reducir significativamente el número de gérmenes en la piel y son de acción rápida.

10 were still diabetes-free three months after they stopped the extreme eight-week diet, which consisted of meal-replacement drinks and three daily servings of starchy vegetables.

On the surgical front, a weightloss surgery known as a Rouxen-Y gastric bypass has proven surprisingly effective at reversing type 2 diabetes: 80 percent of patients undergoing this surgery — which involves creating a pouch in the upper part of the stomach and attaching it farther down the small intestine — experience dramatic remission of their diabetes. These results are seen just days after surgery and before much weight loss occurs.

Such findings have led to a surge of research attempting to understand how gastric bypass affects the regulation of blood sugar.

While it's unclear exactly how this works, most theories focus on the previously under appreciated role

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of the small intestine and stomach as endocrine, or hormonereleasing, organs. The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in particular seems to alter specific hormones that help regulate the body's response to sugar.

Still, the last thing I would recommend is that people rely on extreme diets or radical stomach-rerouting surgeries to solve an often preventable problem. If your fasting blood glucose level is above 100, the time to act is now.

The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a large multicenter research study, has shown that overweight people with pre-diabetes can reduce their risk for diabetes by 58 percent if they lose just 5 to 7 percent of their body weight. Most important is getting 150 minutes of physical exercise each week: Physical exertion helps muscle cells better use glucose and can lead to weight loss, which can help ward off diabetes.

olidays are a time of food, H fellowship, friends and family. Many are unaware that they

can enjoy these without putting on any unwanted pounds!

On average, Americans gain approximately one to two pounds during the holiday season.

While this may not seem like a big number, research shows the pounds often stick and accumulate over the years.

Luckily, there are some strategies that can be used to avoid excess weight.

Holiday meals tend to be served in a buffet style, with large plates to go with it. One strategy is to use a smaller plate to encourage appropriate portion sizes. A second strategy is to fill the plate with vegetable dishes and salad first, before moving on to the

entrees and desserts. Research shows eating a salad before a meal ensures fewer calories are consumed overall.

A third strategy is to eat slowly. Savor every bite and wait at least ten minutes before going back for seconds.

Finally, after the meal, get in some physical activity. Grab some family members and take a walk, or start a game of football in the backyard. Happy holidays!

Editor’s Note: Jordan Robison is a Registered & Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist. She has on-hands experience and insight to nutrition obstacles. Her favorite verse isJohn 11:4

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Education/ Educación Education & Scholarship Updates 7TH LUBBOCK SPANISH SPELLING BEE CHAMPIONSHIP will be held Saturday, November 4, 2017, 9 a.m. at the Auditorium, International Cultural Center , 601 Indiana Avenue. Come support your school!

DAY OF ACTION: Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity Incorporated hosted "I Stand With Immigrants " Day of Action at the Texas Tech Student Union Building, in the Free Speech Area. They asked students to sign their poster to show they stand with immigrants.

Social Media Workshop

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he Knights of Columbus Councils 16394 and 3008 will be hosting a workshop on social media and safety for kids on November 7, 2017, 6 to 9 pm, at the Knights of Columbus Hall 4702 130th St. in Lubbock.

Presentation 1 will be: "Teens, Sex, and the Law: Equipping Teens to Stay Safe" by Taiya JonesCastillo, LBSW, Texas DSHS for parents or professionals who work with teens and is intended to raise their awareness about the dangers of sexting, the age of consent, sexual abuse, statutory rape, coercion, intimate partner violence, cyber-

bullying, and sexting prevention education programs.

Presentation 2 will be: "The Comprehensive Media Plan" by Kelly Newcom, of Brave Parenting. This presentation will give adults an all-encompassing plan to protect every device in the home like online filters for the home computer and monitoring measures for your children’s devices.

You will leave this workshop with knowledge and resources to apply safe and healthy internet and screen boundaries inside the home and across all devices.

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Local Efforts for Area Students

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he Mini Pinewood Derby will T be held Satuday, November 11, 2017 with the hope of igniting

interest in Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) programs.

"Minorities are seriously underrepresented in science and engineering, yet they are also the most rapidly growing segment of the population," said Frank Garcia of Los Hermanos Familia.

The Texas Tech chapter of The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) recently helped install the first SHPE junior chapter in the region at Atkins Middle School. Celisse Charles, the SHPE mentor, said the goal of the SHPE junior chapter is to help tutor, work with and inspire future generations of Hispanics to go into a STEM career.

"There's not a lot of Latino or Latina engineers or scientists for them to look up to," Charles said. "So, I think it's nice for them to see somebody who looks like them and that they can do the same thing."

One student who could have a future in a STEM career is Victor Acosta Jr of Lamesa. Acosta is 13 years old and is in the 8th grade but is the only person he knows who flies a drone.

To acquire such an expensive drone, Acosta said he had to research and write his dad a report about all the different types of drones, the prices of drones, how to use them and the one that they should buy.

Acosta has since been flying his drone, the Mavic, whenever he gets the chance and enjoys taking the drone out whenever they go somewhere new. Acosta likes the camera on his drone because it gives him a bird's eye view and he can record the footage and look at it later.

Acosta said he has learned a lot about technology and drones but, is not sure what he will do in the future other than getting his drones license at 16 so he can sell footage he gets from flying the drone. He currently is really enjoying his math classes and could be part of the next generation in STEM careers.

Charles said she is going to graduate with a degree in Mechanical engineering and a minor in math in December. Charles will then go on to a job with DBR engineering consultants in San Antonio. She said she hopes to stay in SHPE so she can give back to the organization that helped her get scholarships and internships and hopes she can help the future generations.

Register for the Pinewood Derby os Hermanos Familia, a 501 The event will take place Nov. 11, L (c)(3) nonprofit, developed to 2017. bring families together and Boys & Girls can participate provide opportunities for youth, invites students to be a part of the 2nd Annual Mini-Pinewood Derby.

This purpose of this event is to ignite and explore interest in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) occupations.

in age categories: 6-8 • 9-11 • 12-14 • 15-18 (18 must be in high school).

Derby entry is $5 Per Racer and includes a car kit, entry fee, and snack.

Register online at www.loshermanosfamilia.org, or for more info call (806)792-1212.

SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It probably is, as it lists thousands of scholarships. Fastweb allows you to identify favorites to work on, and it has direct links to the scholarship sites.

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

2017 HACU IES ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP is open to students who are currently attending a HispanicServing Institution that is a member of Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities. The application deadline is November 1, 2017. The Institute for European Studies (IES) will provide up to $2,500 for summer and up to $5,000 for the semester.

Applicants get more information through the given link: http://usascholarships.com/ hacu-ies-abroad-scholarship/?nd=1 JOHN T. MONTFORD SCHOLARSHIP First Generation Students , CONTACT: Texas Tech Scholarship & Financial Aid Office WOMAN-TO-WOMAN SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship fund was established to provide support for women who are 50 years of age or older and find themselves in need of additional education or vocational training in order to obtain employment or to make a needed change in their current employment situation. ELIGIBILITY: South Plains resident who will be attending a South Plains school. CONTACT: Lubbock Area Foundation (2509 80th Street; Lubbock, TX 79423; Phone (806) 762-8061) CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci. org/scholarships/page/chci-scholarshipprogram NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org $30K MASTER’S-LEVEL, GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIPS through The Rotary Foundation. Scholarships will be awarded to fund post-baccalaureate study at an accredited university located outside the United States & its territories in a country where Rotary has a presence so that a Rotary host club can be arranged.

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Youth/Juventud

Youth Opportunities ONCE UPON A TIME PRINCESS PARTY – Aladdin, November 4, 10 am, Ages 6-12, $10, Storytime, crafts, costumes, and refreshments. Preregistration required.

Rawlings Community Center.

AFTER SCHOOL HOME ALONE TRAINING, November 20, 10 am, $15 per person, Ages Youth-Teen, This 2-hour class is designed to teach children who are home alone the importance of behaving responsibly. Kids will get to bring home a booklet with information covered in the class. Pre-registration required by 11/16 at noon. Hodges Community Center.

THANKSGIVING CAMP, November 20-22, 7:30 am, $51/$25.50, Ages 6-12, Crafts, games and more! Children must provide lunch and drink. Scholarships available for those that qualify. Five sites available: Hodges Community Center, Maxey Community Center, Rawlings Community Center, Simmons Community Center, and Trejo Supercenter.

YOGA, 6 pm, November, Mondays, Free, Teen-Adult, Yoga is easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating! Bring a mat if you have one. Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

HPWD NOW ACCEPTING H2YOU CONTEST ENTRIES Students in grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate in the fourth annual H2You contest sponsored by the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District. Deadline for entries is December 8, 2017. First place team winners each receive a $250 cash prize and more.

The H2You contest rules and entry form are available at www.hpwd.org/contest.

FREE DIGITAL LIBRARY To assure that all students have access to reading material, myON has partnered with Latino Lubbock Magazine, and Los Hermanos Familia to offer a free online digital library this fall and winter! Thousands of online digital books in English and Spanish can be accessed for FREE. Here's what to do: Step 1: Go to: www.myon.com/library/browse.html Step 2: Enter School Name: Read to Grow Step 3: Enter Username: latinolubbock Step 4: Enter Password: myon Step 5: Browse and enjoy thousands of digital books and "read to grow!"

KIDS CAFÉ Mon.-Fri., 3:30 pm, Free, Ages 6-12, Rawlings Community Center.

And, Mon.-Fri., 3:45 pm, Free, Ages 18 and younger, Children can enjoy a hot nutritious meal. Sponsored by the South Plains Food Bank, Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

On: Holiday Overload he rush, T the constant flow,

like a bombardment of tinsel, candy cane, turkey, and family.

Everyone is everywhere, there’s no time to breathe. Homework piles up, projects pop up again and again, and there’s no time. You get overloaded with everything at once. I understand the feeling. To be trapped in a vicious cycle of homework, family, and responsibilities during the holidays makes you feel like there’s no such thing as a winter or Thanks-

giving break.

The stress that comes for a high school student at the holidays is too much to bear; it seems that there is nothing that you can do to stop it.

I’ve experienced the overload every year now for some time, but I’ve come to learn how to deal with it.

Here’s some tips to help you deal with the stress of the holiday season - make time and enjoy the nostalgia of the holidays: old Christmas movies, family memories, holiday music and food. Or, a modern approach of enjoying nice music, doodling, or something that relaxes you. Season’s greetings from me to you.

Xavier Gomez - 16, attends Lubbock High where he is a junior. He is involved with UIL. His future aspirations are to be a chemical engineer, at Stanford University.

Making Memories

ow, college is great. In beW tween the free pizza at organization meetings, and the oc-

casional free donuts and coffee on campus, Texas Tech does not fail to make me feel welcome. Honestly, I was not expecting to meet so many passionate and inspirational people in college. As my major is biology pre-med, I was given the opportunity to shadow a lab at the Texas Tech Health Science Center. I witnessed the “behind the scenes” on the research they conduct on mice, letting me hold one before it was euthanized. Yes, I know, “mice! how gross,” but being a biology major I was actually fascinated with the expertise and knowledge of the individuals conducting the research. Let me just say, it is not as easy as it seems.

It seems like the more time I

spend here, the greater my respect for the community becomes and the more Texas Tech apparel I buy.

Although I am only a freshman, I already have so much motivation within me to continue learning and eventually graduate to then attend medical school. With that being said, I am left feeling humbled and committed to making my years in college memorable.

Bailee Alonzo - is a frehmen at Texas Tech, majoring in Biology Pre-Med. She aspires to become a dermatologist.

Attend Noche de la Ciencias

he Society of Hispanic T Profesional Engineers (SHPE) will be hold-

ing the Noches de Ciencias (Family Science Night) November 9, 2017, 6 to 8 p.m. at Atkins Middle School This is a national initiative to promote knowledge and interest in science, technology, engineering

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GIRL SCOUT DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS EVENT: Members of the Girl Scout de Colores Troop held their annual Day of the dead celebration for the community sharing their knowledge of the celebration with other Girl Scouts and the public.

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Here's to Our Heroes

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Sales will hold a reception that honors veterans, as well as showcases Hispanic veterans whom have served their country in time of war, displayed loyalty, bravery, and persistence in the face of adversity.

“Here’s to Our Heroes” Veteran’s Day Reception is held annually on Veteran’s Day, will be held Fri-

day, November 10, 2017, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Budweiser Standard Sales Building, 408 E. Hunter St. The event provides veterans a chance to connect with other veterans; holds a cake cutting ceremony celebrating the veterans and the United States Marine Corps Birthday.

Register online at www. loshermanosfamilia.org, or call (806)792-1212.

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HEROES AMONG US

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Latino Veterans attend South Plains Honor Flight

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

Oct. 1, more than 140 vetOnerans and guardians flew to Veteran's Reception Nov. 10,2017 Washington, D.C., where they had

or the 7th year Latino LubF bock Magazine with Los Hermanos Familia, and Standard

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the opportunity to view memorials dedicated to their heroism and courage during World War II and Korea, to Washington in order for them to see the monuments to their efforts as well other important venues. This was part of the South Plains Honor Flight.

Among the attendees were: Bert Boneta, Martin Casarez, Lee Deanda, Alex Garcia, Alfredo Garcia, Estevean Gonzalez, Robert Guajardo, Willie Lopez, Daniel Ortega, Abel Ramirez, Joe Sanchez, Rey Suarez, and Fred Smith.

The veterans completed the threeday, all-expenses-paid trip funded by the generous donations of thousands of South Plains residents and businesses.

They returned Oct. 3, to a welldeserved hero’s welcome, at the Lubbock International Airport that was standing room only.

Lee Deanda who served in the Army 3rd Marine Regimen in Vietnam, said that it brought back a lot of memories - bad and good. Nevertheless, he many new friends, reconnected with some old military friends, and they talked about the old times.

He recalled that when he arrived from Vietnam he had no reception."There was nobody there."

He went to rent a car to suprise

his mother. He was not allowed to do so because of his age and they were rude to him because he was returning from Vietnam. He was in uniform, which made it worst.

In comparison to his arrival from the Honor Flight he felt like it was a different world. He thought this made up for that bad memory.

Coming around to where all the people were to welcome him, he got emotional. He didn't expect the pageantry and excitement all for them, for him.

"I waited all these years, and it really was an honor."

For Reynaldo “Ray” Suarez who served in the Airforce and was also in the Vietnam war.

He had open heart surgery four years ago. A gentleman suggested that he apply for the honor guard, of which he tried three times. Finally, he got another letter that said, "Pack your bags, You’re going!"

His daughter, Anna Anderson went with him. She is a registered nurse from Austin. She took care of him, and also helped to care for the other veterans.

“It was awesome. Everywhere we went, every stop we made, every branch memorial."

Willie Lopez is an Army vet who fought in the Korean War. “It was awesome! I enjoyed every bit.”

What stood out for him was how they were celebrated and honored.

"It was wonderful, it was real nice," he repeated.

He said he was grateful to the Honor Flight for selecting him, as well as the guardians who really cared for them. "I sure do appreciate them."

Many of the veterans concurred that they truly enjoyed themselves, and were grateful to the organizers and the public for their support.

Hispanic Americans, have fought in every major battle in the European Theatre of World War II in which the armed forces of the United States were involved, from North Africa to the Battle of the Bulge, and in the Pacific Theater of Operations, from Bataan to Okinawa. According to the National World War II Museum, between 250,000 and 500,000 Hispanic Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II, out of a total of 12,000,000, constituting 2.3% to 4.7% of the U.S. Armed Forces.

The exact number is unknown as, at the time, Hispanics were not tabulated separately, but were generally included in the general white population census count.

Separate statistics were kept for African Americans and Asian Americans.

According to Senator Robert Menendez, more than 9,000 Latinos died in the defense of the United States in World War II. Because of lack of separate documentation, the total number of Hispanic Americans who died in the conflict is unknown.

Celebrate the 242nd Marine Corps Birthday

he Marine Corps' Birthday T will celebrated on Friday, November 10th. This is the 242nd Birthday of the United States Marine Corp.

There are times throughout the year when veterans reflect on what it means to be a veteran, when they honor their fallen comrades on Me-

morial Day, or celebrate veterans on Veterans Day. However, the Marine Corps birthday brings leathernecks back to a time surrounded by their brothers and sisters.

For some Marines, it serves as more of a nostalgic day that reflects both Memorial Day and Veterans

Day -- it's a time where Marines focus on their brothers in arms, remembering the good, and staring off into the distance as sorrow washes over them for all of their fellow Devil Dogs who gave their lives for our freedom.

This Marine Corps birthday, reach out to Marines and let them know you appreciate them.

Happy Birthday Marines from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

Call Latino Lubbock Magazine at (806) 792-1212 for your

Happy Veteran's Day, November 11, 2017

They Served With Honor

Veteran's Day Events & Services VETERAN'S RECEPTION FREE reception Honoring Veterans from various military branches, sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine and Standard Sales, will be held Friday, November 10, 2017, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. At Budweiser Standard Sales, 408 E. Hunter Street. Please RSVP, or for more info call (806)792-1212.

OUR LADY OF GRACE VETERANS MASS will be Sunday, November 6th at the 9 a.m. service. After the mass a reception will be held for veterans.

ST. JOSEPH'S VETERANS MASS will be Sunday, November 12, 2017 at 9 a.m., at 102 N. Ave. P. The mass will be dedicated in their honor, and a breakfast for veterans will be provided.

Veterans are asked to register by calling the church office at 765-9935.

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE VETERANS MASS will be Sunday, November 8, 2016 at the 10:30 a.m. service. After the mass breakfast will be provided to veterans.

ANNUAL CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS MASS November 11, 11 a.m., Christ the King Cathedral, 4011 54th, Lubbock. For more information: Father Brian Wood, 806-385-6043.

HONORING OUR VETERANS, November 11, Friday, 1 pm, Free, Ages 50+, Help us thank our Veterans for their service to our country with punch and treats, Mae Simmons Senior Center.

VETERAN’S DAY PARADE Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. Let’s pay tribute to our veterans. The event is for veterans and families of Lubbock, to bring the community and region together.

“Honoring All Who Served.” Marching bands, floats, etc. are encouraged to be included, and will travel from First Baptist Church at Broadway & Avenue W, east to Avenue M, then north on Avenue M to the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center parking lot. Start-up is at 9 a.m. To register: www. loshermanosfamilia.org/veteran-s-dayparade MILITARY CHILD EDUCATION COALITION serves the children of those who serve us all and encourages efforts that strengthen our military children and ensure opportunities for their quality education. The work of MCEC also focuses on ensuring opportunities for all military children affected by mobility, family separation, and transition. www.MilitaryChild. org SILENT WINGS ON VETERANS DAY Come to the Silent Wings Museum to commemorate Veterans Day 2016.

All visitors will be welcomed with free admission to the museum and activities throughout the day. All ages 1-5 PM, Nov. 11, 2017. Free.

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atina veterans are not often L recognized for their contributions that's why Latino Lubbock

Magazine is proud to showcase four local veterans proud of their service.

According to a Veterans Affairs report, about 1.5 million veterans are females and only 19 percent of female veterans are Hispanic.

In January, 2016 the Defense Secretary opened up all military combat jobs to women which allows them to serve in combat with their male counterparts.

Monica De Leon, a Lubbock native, knew she wanted to join the Army when she was in high school and talked with a recruiter MONICA DELEON before having her first child. Instead, she joined the Army in 2003 because she felt called to do something else.

"I always felt like I was supposed to be a part of something else," De Leon said. "Not just the everyday Monday through Friday job."

De Leon would spend eight years in active duty, being stationed in Fort Drum, New York and served tours in Iran during 05/06 and again in 07/08 before her third and final tour in Afghanistan in 09-10.

She started out as a cook before joining the female engagement team, which required her to be the first contact to local women and children because customs did not encourage men doing so.

De Leon said the transition out of active duty has been tough at times and she has had to fight through many things and that even the reserves are structured different. Since fighting through her struggles, she said she tries to help others who come through

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Latina Veterans Take Pride In Country and Service the reserves from active duty with post-traumatic stress disorder.

She would switch to reserve status after her third tour to spend time with her father who had been placed in hospice with Alzheimer's.

Gabriela Saldaña is currently a counselor at the Lubbock Vet Center after spending 24 years in the armed forces. Saldaña grew up GABBY SALDAÑA in Llano, Texas but spent time traveling throughout the southwest as a migrant worker with her parents.

Saldaña said she wanted to join the Army out of high school but found out she was pregnant while in processing. She would go on to get married and have a second child before deciding to join the Navy at 21 and was sent off to basic training at the end of that week.

She would spend eight years stationed in Naples, Florida as an administrator before leaving the Navy and attending Texas Tech to get her Bachelor's and Master's degree. After graduating, she decided to join the Army and served 16 years as a medical service officer and counselor.

Saldaña said she did not have a rough transition back into civilian life because she went from helping active duty soldiers to helping veterans with issues they may be having.

"Nothing really changed," Saldaña said, "other than we are all in civilian clothes now."

Sonya Salas Gonzalez, a Lubbock native, knew she wanted to join the Navy when she was 15 because she would not have much opportunity to go to college and she wanted to see the world outside of Lubbock. She eventually joined after graduating from Lub-

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Gonzalez spent six years in the Navy, including some time on USS Harriet Truman, while acting as a damage control and SONYA SALAS f i ref ig ht e r GONZALEZ on the vessel. Her time on USS Truman included stops in India, France, the UAE, Italy, Greece, and other countries.

After her time in the Navy, she graduated from Texas Tech with a degree in biology and is going back to get her Master's in forensics, so she can become a death investigator.

Gonzalez said being a female in the Navy did not matter to her superiors as long as she got her job done.

"Being a girl didn’t matter as long I did my job," Gonzalez said.

Sheena O ujez d sk y grew up in Lubbock and knew she wanted to be in the armed forces beginning in the 4th grade. She took the MaSHEENA rine Corps OUJEZDSKY oath as a delayed entry when she was a high school junior after 9/11.

Oujezdsky would go onto serving eight years in the Marines, which included two tours in Iraq and some time doing joint training in Australia.

After active duty, Oujezdsky would spend six years as a deputy with the Sheriff's Office before going to South Plains College for a peace officer license. After she obtained the license she would spend two years with LISD police.

In 2015, Oujezdsky's husband

passed away and she decided to become a stay-at-home mom to take care of her daughter, who was diagnosed with leukemia.

Oujezdsky said she is proud to have served her country and thinks it is important to recognize female veterans.

"It is important to recognize women in the armed forces because we're few," Oujezdsky said.

"In the Marine Core we have a saying the fewer, the prouder."

A Veteran's Prayer

Written By an E-4 Sgt USAF Veteran Ray Suarez Our faith has blessed us but Lord who are we?

Yes Lord we hear your whisper that We are the proud men and women, Veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States of America As Veterans of yesteryears' and today's Wars and conflicts through the World that our commanders guided us Into with your protection from above Lord our faith that you gave us and the protection that we shared in all phases of our military And civilian lives, makes us stronger veterans.

As Veterans, we shared our services in the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Merchant Marines and Coast Guard of America.

Lord as Veterans we still remember and Mourn our departed comrades In arms that are now by your side. and Bless those still serving and all veterans And for you the proud Men and Women veterans, once again God bless us all.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICES! Amen

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Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources THANKSGIVING DINNER AND DANCE, November 7, 6 pm, Free, Adults 50+, Join us for a Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings and then dance to a variety of music! Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

SENIOR BREAKFAST, November 9, Thursday, 9 am, $2, Ages 50+, Join friends for breakfast, conversation, and games.

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SWAP TIL' YOU DROP, November 17, 1 pm, Free, Ages 50+, Bring your gently used items and swap with others. Rawlings Community Center.

MAE SIMMONS THANKSGIVING DINNER AND DANCE, November 17, 6 pm, $7/ticket, Ages 50+, Come out and enjoy lively music and a tasty dinner, Families are welcome, Mae Simmons Adult Activity Center.

SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE SOCIAL, November 18, 6 pm, $5, Ages 40+, Join us on the 3rd Saturday of the month and dance to tunes by Hot Texas Band.

Lubbock Adult Activity Center.

DUNBAR MANHATTAN HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING, November 18, 10:30 am, Free, All ages, Come and be a part of the Dunbar Manhattan Heights Community. Mae Simmons Community Center.

LOTERIA, November, Monday – Friday, 11 am, $2 per week or $0.50 per day, Ages 50+, Loteria is played with bingo cards from Mexico at the Maggie Trejo Supercenter.

LOTERIA, Tuesday , 1 pm, Free, Ages 50+, Rawlings Community Center

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grow a moustache with the aim of raising vital funds and awareness for men’s health issues.

Over the past 12 years, millions of men have participated in "Movember" by proudly growing mustaches (or being supportive of the mustachegrowing process) to help change the face of men's prostate and testicular cancer issues.

Latino Lubbock Magazine with Los Hermanos Famila urge Hispanic men to pull out their ‘stachetrimmers, and shave away your scruff, because November 1 marks the kick off of Movember.

For 30 days, guys are asked to rock the furry faux pas in an effort to raise awareness locally.

"Last year we dedicated our annual Vamos a Pescar fishing event to members who have or are battled prostrate cancer," said Frank Garcia, event cochair.

He said that they purchased brochures and pamphlets related to prostrate cancer awareness, and share with participants.

Plans to provide prostrate cancer information are underway to provide during various activities organized by Los Hermanos Familia. Including the Adelante Awards banquet that will take place Friday, May 4, 2017.

"This is another event to continue building awareness and we encourage others to join our efforts," added Garcia.

For more information or to donate, call (806)792-1212.

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ing now that summer has officially left and the days are getting shorter by the minute – literally – one very important question: when does the time change and why?

The history of daylight saving is tied to energy conservation.

Switching to DST in the summer means more sunlight at night, which in turn means homes don't have to turn on lights as early.

According to the U.S. Government , that leads to energy and fuel savings.

For most, we get to sleep late an hour! So “fall back” with the end of Daylight Saving Time Sunday, Nov. 5, at 2 a.m.

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Until 2007, Daylight Saving Time ran from April to mid-October. But then Congress extended the period, making it three weeks earlier and one week later.

Don't forget, and enjoy the extra hour.

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Selena to Receive Posthumous Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

elena Quintanilla, known by S her fans as the Queen of Tejano music, is posthumously receiv-

GOLD STAR MOTHER, SISTERS, WIFE: Several Gold Star families attended the "Night of Courage" Banquet. They are immediate relatives of U.S. Armed Forces members who died in battle or in support of certain military activities. These relatives can be parents, sons, daughters, brothers, sisters or other loved ones. The U.S. Army says honoring Gold Star families is a sign of their importance to the military.

“The strength of our army is our soldiers,” it said. “The strength of our soldiers is our families. The army recognizes that no one has given more for the nation than the families of the fallen.”

ing her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The Nov. 3 Hollywood Chamber of Commerce ceremony will honor the Mexican-American singer who went on to become a celebrated figure for Latinos everywhere and a global icon in music and beyond after being fatally wounded in 1995 by the former president of her fan club. She was 23.

In her short life, Quintanilla achieved many milestones as an entertainer such as the 1994 Grammy award for Best Mexican/ American Album Live!, which was the singer’s first Grammy, saying it was “an experience I will never forget” after receiving her award in

a sparkling beaded dress.

Selena hit the music scene in 1980 as the singer of the family band “Selena y Los Dinos” with her siblings A.B. Quintanilla and Suzette Quintanilla. She went on to receive the Female Vocalist of the Year in the 1986 Tejano Music Awards and began recording professional in 1982 before signing with EMI Latin.

Today, Quintanilla’s influence continues a broad reach as new generations of fans e m brace her music and p r o j e c t s from television programs, exhibits and even a MAC cosmetics world premiere at the American Bank

Center in Corpus Cristi, Texas, which was attended by family and thousands of fans who waited hours in lines to get their hands on a 14-piece collection named after her hit songs.

“There is something magic about Selena,” says Mireya Loza, a curator at the National Museum of American History, who currently has a Selena exhibit on display. “Her story connected with so many people and it legitimized the Latino experience for many as well.”

13th Miracles Christmas Parade Taking New Direction

R: A painting honoring Texas Tech Police Officer Floyd East Jr. was painted by Alberto Gomez. The Colombian artist is a friend to Dr. Athos Colon he presented it to TTU President, Dr. Lawrence Schovanec. Also pictured is Grace Hernandez, TTU Chief of Staff. It will hang at the TTU police department.

he National Champion Texas Tech Cheer and T Pom Squads have been named the Grand Marshalls for the 13th Annual Mira-

clesparade.com. Fees and complete information is available on the site. Applications can now be submitted. Deadline for applications is December 1, 2017 at 6:30 pm. Early applications for participants is encouraged from all groups.

One special guest will be a parade participant, The Texas Tech Masked Rider. The Masked Rider is always a big hit with families and children for whom the parade is produced each year.

This free parade features Santa Claus, who will be riding the final parade unit featuring the United States Marines. Marines will walk beside their trucks and collect unwrapped toys from spectators for their annual Toys for Tots campaign. In 2016, more than 8,500 individual toys were collect during the parade.

“We are expecting more than 40 parade units,” said Davis, “which will include marching bands, riding clubs, beauty queens, and many non-profit groups from Lubbock and area towns including school and church organizations.”

Each parade participant unit is asked to have at least 1,000 lights on their float or vehicle to illuminate it for the nighttime parade. A mandatory meeting for parade participants will be held prior to the event and will be announced later as will additional details and information.

cles Christmas Parade on December 9, 2017, down Lubbock’s 34th Street, according to an announcement by Parade Chairman Jason El Ballet Folklorico Nuestro Herencia Davis.

The colorful and exciting Nov. 3, Reagor Dykes Stage 7:30 - 8:30pm 20-member Cheer Squad and the 30-member Pom Squad captured their respective National Championships in April. It is their first national championships in school history.

The free, family-friendly nighttime lighted parade will start at 6:00pm at 34th and Ave Q and proceed west down 34th Street to Indiana Avenue, according to Davis, Parade Chairman for the Wranglers, the volunteer producers and hosts for the annual Christmas season event.

The parade theme this year is “March of the Toys” and a crowd of more than 30,000 spectators are expected for the colorful parade. The purpose and goal of the parade is to bring cheer to every spectator, participant, and organizers, and to provide families and individuals an event that will continue to build lasting holiday memories for everyone. Historically, families assemble early and even picnic and tailgate as part of this event.

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Entertainment Updates ALL SAINTS DAY MASSES November 1, Noon-Spanish, 6 p.m.

–English, Saint Joseph Church, 102 N Avenue P. CITY OF LUBBOCK’S CULTURAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM reminds you that the deadline for submitting grant applications for the second round (Cycle 2) of the 2017 Cultural Arts Grants Program is Friday, December 1, 2017. This grant cycle is for projects that begin after March 1, 2018 and prior to September 1, 2018. A Grant Workshop will be conducted on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm in Room 104/105 of the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane. For more info visit www. civiclubbock.com GRAVESITE BLESSINGS – Father Martin Piña will be blessing gravesites on All Souls Day, November 2 @3 p.m., at Peaceful Gardens Cemetery, 15602 TX Loop 493, Lubbock. All are welcome.

ART OF FREEDOM ART SALE AND AUCTION will be held at Trinity Church in Lubbock, Texas on November 3, 2017. The event is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. All proceeds of this sale and auction benefit OneVoiceHome, a nonprofit developing a residential safe home for underage girls rescued from sex trafficking in West Texas. Free admission. For more information about the realities of human trafficking or The Art of Freedom, visit onevoicehome.org.

PROCESIÓN The Buddy Holly Center participates in Lubbock’s citywide observance of Día de los Muertos by hosting Procesiόn with the TTU International Cultural Center, TTU School of Art, and the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts. Live performances and more! Nov. 3, at 6 to 9 pm. All Ages, Free.

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS 5K & FUN RUN Nov. 5, 2017 - 8:30 a.m. at the Landwer House - Cesar Chavez/N. University. All Ages Event. Advance Registration: $30 5K (3.1 mi), (Can only register online $5 discount w/code Latino) www.trainingforliferacing.com.

CELEBRACIÓN through Nov. 12 The Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave, will hold an exhibition of artwork that explores the history and meaning behind the Mexican holiday, Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. This exhibit includes works from local, regional and national artists. Artists are challenged to create an expression of their interpretation of Día de los Muertos, by honoring departed ancestors, friends and family.

STORYBOOK GALA benefitting High Point Village will take place on November 2, 2017 from 7 to 9 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for drinks, shopping, meeting the Villagers, live music and art. Ron Suskind as the keynote speaker. For tickets call (806) 698-0015.

Latino Musicians Adding Variety to Lubbock's Music Scene, Genres

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he Lubbock music scene T is continuing to grow and features Latino performers who

play many different genres of music.

Juan Rodriguez (Guitar), Marin Ramos (Bass), Joe Perez (Drums) and Steve Vasquez (Vocals) make up rock and roll band Mojave Sol. Ramos and Rodriguez have been performing together for 23 years. They

picked up Perez about 10 years ago and Vasquez six years later.

Rodriguez said the band's name came about because his mom saw the Mojave rose in a magazine and thought it looked like the sun.

The band said that they have a harder time finding gigs because venues are looking for cover bands to perform. They said, however, they have still been able to get gigs by playing just their original music.

The group said they are trying to keep rock and original music alive. They said they believe Lubbock has a lot of talent but none of them play original music and they hope they can change that.

"We want to inspire these younger musicians to come up and play original music," Vasquez said, "You work so hard to c r a f t your art to just go and play a cover tune. It's not a lack of talent, it's creativity."

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rock band, The Hub City Boys, and its members: David Carrillo (Lead Guitar), Raymond Hernandez (Rhythm Guitar), Eduardo Contreras (Bass), Ernest Garcia (Drums) and Marty Garza (Vocals) said the music scene is competitive and filled with Latino talent.

"I've often heard that Austin is the place to be in music and that Lubbock has no talent," Hernandez said, "but, you stop and look around, Lubbock has a lot of talent and there are so many bands that are Hispanic."

The Hub City Boys said they credit each of their bandmates for not having an ego and hope that they can be together 15 to 20 years down the road.

The band also said they hope to one day have their name on the Wall of Fame at the Buddy Holly Center.

The band said they believe they are on the cusp of breaking into the competitive Lubbock music scene. Along the way they have had to make sacrifices, including having to perform on the same day Raymond's brother p a s s e d a w a y .

H o w e v e r, they said the music is what helps the heart heal.

"The music is what makes it," Carillo said, "Especially if you play as one, then your hairs stand up because the music was so good. It is a high."

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getting ready to start g ig g i n g at local venues and have recently released an album.

C e r vantez said he is now the 3rd generation to have his own band. He follows his grandfather who was a member of the Tejano band Cervantez and company and his father who was also in a Tejano band called Peligro.

The singer said he just wants to be able to share his love for music with others.

"I want to be able to share the love I have for music with other people," Cervantes said, "So, that they can relate to it and incorporate their own meaning into the songs that I write."

Jerry Serrano is a musician who performs as a solo folk artist and in a jazz ensemble, The Alma Quartet. Serrano said he knew he wanted to be a musician sometime in elementar y school and has since gone on to become a singer and learned how to play the guitar, piano and trumpet.

Serrano is the winner of the 2015 Spring Singer Songwriter Competition at Blue Light Live and said that he now hosts the competition each year, which allows him to see the emerging talent in Lubbock.

The competition winner said he had just gotten back from playing keyboard for John Baumann and opening for Willie Nelson during his tour in the southwest.

Serrano said he was brought here to be a musician and all he wants to do is play and express the thoughts that he has through his music.

Hip H o p artist, Robert Cantu, believes his music was meant to reach people a n d change lives. As the writer of his own music and lyrics, he talks about his struggles and pain but also, his hope, inspirations and belief in God. Cantu said he has not been able to perform on stage because many of the hip-hop venues in Lubbock require payment to perform and he wants to perform because people believe he is talented and not because he

paid to be there.

As a result, Cantu focuses on his songs and lyrics. He hopes that his music can help people through whatever situations they may be going through.

"Music helped me through a lot of difficult times," Cantu said, "and if I could reach one person the way that I was reached, that would be my success.”

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Faith & Religion/Fe y religión Church Bulletins FREE WORKSHOP: "SOCIAL MEDIA: SAFETY FOR YOUR KIDS" on Nov 7th from 6 to 9 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 4702 130th St. in Lubbock. Learn about the dangers of social media for children and what adults can do to apply healthy internet and screen boundaries inside the home and across all devices.

FATIMA CENTENNIAL TOUR FOR PEACE: Lubbock proudly welcomed the world-famous International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Fatima during the Fatima Centennial U.S. Tour for Peace. Many visited Our Lady of Guadalupe to answer the call for prayer and penance for peace in the nation and conversion of hearts.

November is Military

Family Appreciation Month E

2017 LIFE AWARD PRESENTED TO SANDY CISNEROS: Fore her advocacy of Pro-Life, Sandy was honored at the Nurturing Center banquet. She remains ever strong about helping mothers in need and encouraging life.

ach year the President signs a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month.

This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of Defense and the nation will honor the commitment and sacrifices made by the families of the nation's service members.

Throughout the month of November, military families serving around the world are honored through a variety of observances and recognized for their commitment and the many contributions they make every day in support of the military and our nation. Efforts to recognize the sacrifices of the military family by Active, Guard, and Reserve leaders are being joined and supported by DoD

organizations to include the Army Air Force Exchange Service, Defense Commissary Agency, and others.

Community leaders, businesses, and military bases and posts are teaming up to recognize military families through special events such as: open houses, fun runs, family fun nights, and community dinners; discounts at MWR facilities, local business and sporting events; and special recognitions during community activities throughout the month of November.

Contact your local MWR or Family Services offices to learn more about events scheduled in your area.

And thank you o all families for your service and sacrifice from Latino Lubbock Magazine.

Forward in Christ

In Everything Give Thanks?

KOC: The Knights of Columbus 4th Degree took time to pose with Bishop Robert Coerver, the third Bishop of the Diocese of Lubbock at the Nurturing Center Banquet.

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“Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18

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id you ever receive a gift that was not what you needed or not what you asked for? Maybe a unique necktie, a useless thingamajig or an unmentionable whatchamacallit. How did you respond? Did you force a smile, nod your head and appear grateful?

Maybe you quickly tossed it aside with an angry grunt and a mumble no one could understand.

It is not easy to give thanks for a gift you do not desire or did not request.

God’s Word tells believers to “give thanks in ALL circum-

stances.” What? How can one be thankful for losing his job? Is it really possible to show gratitude when the doctor gave you seven months to live? Give thanks after losing a child? NO WAY! Learning to be grateful when things are tough is not easy. But it can be done! How? 1) Look at the big picture. 2) Lift your eyes in faith and seek the will of the Almighty. 3) Learn as many lessons as possible from your circumstances.

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SINGLE WOMEN 13 AND OLDER are invited to the Fiat Dinner on Monday, November 6, 5:30-8:00 p.m., in the Christ the King Cathedral Parish Family Center, 4011 54th Street. Come learn more about vocations to the religious life, married and single life. There is no cost. Please RSVP

by October 30 to Sister Olivia Rico at (806) 792-3943 ext. 227 or orico@catholiclubbock.org HELP FEED THE HOMELESS November 8- 5:30-6:30 p.m. Plan now to join other parishioners at Paul's Progress at Grace Campus (formerly known as Tent City) located at 1301 Avenue A, where approximately 100 homeless individuals will be fed. Call Jeanette Hardin at (806) 778-3684 or Cassi Griswold-Lintz (806) 790-8975, to find out how you can help by preparing food, serving the meals and/or by donation.

SINGLE MEN 13 AND OLDER – You’re invited to Andrew’s Supper on November 9, 5:30-8:00 p.m., In the Christ the King Cathedral Parish Family Center, 4011 54th Street. The free supper is sponsored by the Office for Vocations and Seminarian Education. Please RSVP by October 30 to Sister Olivia Rico at (806) 792-3943 ext.

227 or orico@catholiclubbock.org V O C AT I O N S BRUNCH, Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. Hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, photo booth, jazz music; 11 a.m.

Elegantly catered Brunch Menu; 12 NoonProgram & live auction at Christ the King Cathedral Bishop Placido Hall, 4011 54th Street, Lubbock. Tickets: $50 per person-sold through October 31st. Casual Attire.

For tickets contact Sister Olivia Rico (806792-3943 ext. 227 or orico@catholiclubbock.org) FIRST FRIDAY MASS-6 p.m. (English), Adoration after Mass til midnightLubbock Our Lady of Guadalupe, 52nd &Avenue L MASS ON TEXAS TECH CAMPUS Wednesdays at 12:10 P.M., Kent Hance Chapel Visit www.raidercatholic.org KOC OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE COUNCIL MEETINGS: 1st & 3rd Thursday of Each Month, 7:30 PM at OLG Hall. For Membership Information call: Grand Knight Martin Rivera (806) 441-0851, or Membership Director: Lino DeLeon (806) 470-6944, or visit www.

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Boxing Coach "Charlie" Galvan Throws in the Towel

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

ccomA plished boxing train-

er Charles J. Galvan, 69, of Lubbock passed away on October 11, 2017.

Galvan had been a boxer himself as a young man. While he loved the sport, he recognized the need to encourage the sport of boxing, and to mentor youth, as such he began coaching He held a sparkling career as a boxing coach and produced several champions in various weight divisions and levels of expertise.

Boxers such as brothers Terry and Orland Norris who went professional; as well as Jeremy Perez, Tom Lee, to name a few.

The coach boasted a stellar roster of fighters and dedicated a lot of time to the sport and his athletes.

In 2015, several of those grateful youth nominated him for the Adelante Awards, an award program for outstanding Hispanic men in West Texas in the Athletics category, for his commitment and contributions in their lives.

Galvan was very modest. He took pride however, in leading and supporting the young boxers, often serving as a father figure to many.

Many of his boxers – current and former, along with their parents, and many supporters, and fellow coaches from El Paso, Midland, Odessa, Amarillo, San Angelo and surrounding communities attended the funeral to pay their respects and honor him.

Sal Trejo of the Concho Boxing Club of San Angelo said that Coach Charlie had very high expectations of his boxers. He said he met when he was 14 and that all the time he knew him, he was a very caring person.

“He inspired a lot of people. He learned to box and passed those skills to thousands of kids, some who went on to coach themselves,” he said.

“He shared what he was taught to him and inspired so many.”

Coach Edward Hernandez of the Lubbock Warriors remembered when Coach Charlie gave up boxing to begin coach in 1976. He said they would get together to travel their teams and compete in other cities.

“The athletes looked up to him.

He would train them, coach them and travel with his boxers to different tournaments.” He added that often Coach Charlie paid out of pocket to help his boxers. “He was a generous person,” said Hernandez.

Monica Lopez, a parent of three of his boxers Dominick, Mickayla, and Jacquelynn, said that she appreciated Coach Galvan because he kept kids out of trouble and on the right track.

“He was the only coach that would not charge a fee, but would make us earn and work for the money to pay for our matches so that we were all invested. We respected him because he respected us, and loved all the kids like his own.”

She added that she was very proud that her children box under his leadership and he would be missed by many.

His nephew Carlos “Cookie” Sanchez added that he would be missed for many reasons. He said that he was raised by Coach Charlie and that he became a coach

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because of him. For his dedication to him and other boxers like him he said that he would carry on his legacy of caring for his boxers and sustaining the sport.

"And although he lived a great life, the time came for Coach Charlie to throw in the towel," he concluded.

Coach Charlie was born on March 28, 1948 in Lincoln, Nebraska to the late Pablo and Margarita Galvan. On September 18, 1966 he married his loving spouse Hortensia Rodriguez in San Marcos, Texas. Charles managed businesses and was a truck driver for many years; He spent his happiest days being a boxing coach and going fishing. His family took pride that he never turned down anyone who needed help.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Sylvester Galvan and Victor Galvan; A sister Flora Galvan. Survivors include his wife Hortensia Galvan of Lubbock, two sons Jose Carlos Galvan Jr. and Gabriel Galvan both of Lubbock; Brothers Jose Antonio Galvan, Cipirano Galvan and Rafel Galvan all of Lubbock; Sisters Maria Reyes Delgado of Lubbock, Rosa Maria of Autman, Valentina Galvan Cerna of Lubbock, Paula Galvan Flores of Hobbs, NM. Four grandchildren and seven great grandkids.

Awareness Week (Nov. 5-11)

ational Vocation Awareness Week N (NVAW) is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in

To observe the week masses will be held, along with several events to allow questions of discernment to the priesthood and religious life, and distribution materials to parishioners.

For more info call Sr. Olivia Rico, OSF Ext. 227. For and a complete list of events visit catholiclubbock.org

the United States dedicated to promote vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations.

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En Aquellos Días…

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i primer trabajo bueno que M yo tuve fue en una tienda de comida, Lewis Supermarket. El manejador era un señor llamado Luis Pérez.

El primer interés de Luis era apoyar a los mexicanos, especialmente la juventud. Estaba envuelto con LULAC y organizaciones que apoyaban a la raza. Siempre me decía que yo tenía una buena cabeza y si había oportunidad de que me avanzara, que no me detuviera.

Yo trabajaba de las 3:00 de la tarde hasta las 11:30 de la noche.

Yo trabajaba la primera registradora. En aquellos días teníamos que aprender los precios de cada cosa y los especiales del día.

Todas las tardes mirábamos los precios antes de abrir la registradora.

La mayoría de los clientes en esta tienda eran familias mexica-

nas, solo que todas las familias venían a me estación porque yo hablaba español; a veces tenía 3-4 canastas de comida esperando en mi línea y nadie en las otras estaciones.

Los viernes eran los días más duros porque era día de pago de todos los hombres que trabajaban en los ranchos y como todos saben que ellos trabajan desde que se levanta el sol hasta que se baja. A veces venían a comprar la comida de la semana a las 10:00 de la noche y agarraban todo su tiempo. Yo estaba en ansias que llegaran a mi línea para poder cerrar la tienda. En los próximos meses platicare de las experiencias de esos días, días que nunca se me olvidan.

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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A NIGHT OF COURAGE: The GoldStar family of war-decorated Staff Sgt. Virginia Caballero posed with Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Major General James Everette Livingston, at a banquet benefitting the Purple Heart Monument.

HONORING A FALLEN HERO: Several VFW and members of the Purple Heart took time to stand on the roadside during a procession of law enforcement in honor of Officer Floyd East of the Texas Tech Police Department who was killed in the line of duty on October 9, 2017.

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Commissioning of USS Rafael Peralta

he Navy's newest Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) was commissioned in a ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island, July 29.

The ship is named in honor of Navy Cross recipient Marine Corp Sgt. Rafael Peralta.

He was 25 when he died Nov. 15, 2004, in house-to-house fighting during the bloody Battle of Fallujah. Marines there at the time said he smothered a grenade in his dying moments after being wounded in the head by a ricocheting rifle round. He was killed instantly, but saved the lives of his fellow Marines.

The Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Robert B. Neller, gave the principal address. In his remarks, he thanked the family of Rafael Peralta, in particular his mother, Rosa Maria Peralta.

"Thank you for raising a man of character and virtue," he said. "We need more people like him in our world."

Neller said that a ship required three things: A hull, a name, and a crew.

"And when you put those three things together, you create more than just a ship; it's a lifeform," he said. "This is more than just another commissioning. It marks the commemoration of a life and the immortality of a hero. Sergeant Peralta's legacy will forever be part of this ship. All he ever wanted to be was an American, to serve his country."

Among those who attended the commissioning was Commander Leopoldo Quirino, brother of Lubbockite, Lalo Quirino.

He said that his brother was honored to be present at the event, and shared a program and brochure.

Among the guest were Vice

Adm. Nora Tyson, commander, Third Fleet, who announced, "On behalf of the Secretary of the Navy and for the President of the United States, I hereby place United States Ship Rafael Peralta in commission. May God bless and guide this warship and all who shall sail in her."

Rosa Maria Peralta, mother of Sgt. Peralta, is the ship's sponsor.

Her sponsorship duties saw her christen the ship in Bath, Maine and during the commissioning ceremony, she gave the order to the ship's crew to bring the ship to life, first in Spanish and then in English: "Officers and crew of USS Rafael Peralta, man our ship and bring her to life!"

The crew enthusiastically replied from its formation on the pier.

"Aye, aye ma'am!" they yelled, and sprinted aboard the ship as the Navy Band Southwest played Anchors Aweigh, followed by a flyover by two U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Ospreys.

"One last person who is here for us today, just three miles away, on Fort Rosencrantz, where he is buried," said the ship's commanding officer, Cmdr. Brian Ribota. "Sgt. Rafael Peralta has the over watch and always will. We will always render honors as we come in and out of port here in San Diego."

Peralta was born on April 7, 1979 in Mexico City, Mexico. The son of Rafael and Rosa Peralta, he was the oldest of four children. Immigrating to the United States with his family as a teenager, he graduated from Morse High School in San Diego, California in1997. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 2000, immediately after qualifying for a green card. He became an American citizen while serving in the Corps.

PROMOTION YVETTE HOLMES has gone from E6 to Chief Petty Officer.

She joined the Navy in 1998. She is the daughter of the late Simon Cardenas, and Ofelia Cardenas who lives in Lubbock.

"May the Lord Bless you and keep you safe." Love your Mom Ofelia

DEVYN DELACRUZ_ REYES has completed basic training on October 13, 2017.

He will be stationed at Lackland AFB in San, Antonio, Texas. He is the son of Felicia DeLaCruz, and the grandson of Alfred & Gloria DeLaCruz.

"We are very proud of you!" said his mother.

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MILITARY MASS HELD MONTHLY Saint John Neumann Church, 58022 22nd St., will hold a military Mass for loved ones, deceased or living, Saturday at 5:30 p.m. The military Mass is held the last Saturday of each month.

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.

DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services nationwide. It helps people with disabilities and their relatives find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov BLINDED VETERANS ASSOCIATION (BVA) From blinded veterans, for blinded veterans. Services offered include transportation assistance, and connects blinded veterans from earlier wars (Vietnam War, Korean War…) with blinded veterans of recent conflicts (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc.). www.bva.org HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the military wounded with fully equipped handicapped vehicles. www. helpourmilitaryheroes.org

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Virginia Picon Gutierrez passed away October 7, 2017. She was born on March 14, 1926 to Candelario and Josephina Picon in Maysfield, Texas. On April 10,1948, Virginia married the love of her life, Francisco in Lubbock, Texas. Virginia dedicated her life to serving the Lord and taking care of her family and others. She became an ordained minister and enjoyed spending her last year’s helping minister to prisoners in Texas. Survivors include her five sons, Francisco "Frank" Javier Gutierrez and wife, Mary Jane; Alberto Gutierrez and wife, Mary Alice; Arturo Gutierrez and wife, Hope; Simon Gutierrez and wife, Barbara; Victor Manuel Gutierrez and wife, Rebecca; two daughters, Catalina GutierrezGomez and husband, Gregory; Rita Reyna and husband, Raul; 20 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; brother, Ramon Picon and wife, Carmen; two sisters, Rita Picon and Juanita.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Candelario and Josephina Picon; husband, Francisco M Gutierrez; and daughter, Lucy Hernandez.

Pete Lara passed away October 9, 2017.

He was born on November 26, 1958 in Lubbock to his late parents; Telesforo and Anita (Garcia) Lara. He was an avid sports fan.

He had two pets whom he loved dearly, "Rock and Raider." He was preceded in death by a brother; Frank Lara and a sister; Margaret Bierra. He is survived by a long-life friend, James Benavidez; sister; Patsy Felix and his brother-in-law; Eduardo Felix, three nieces; Veronica Felix, Anna Felix, Blanca Felix, four nephews; Luis Felix, Johnathan Bierra, Frank Lara Jr, Robert Lara. He also leaves behind 15 great nieces/nephews and a multitude of family to include in-laws, cousins and friends.

Eva Castro passed away on October 19. She was born on February 13, 1935 in Mathis, Texas to her late parents; Santiago and Josephina Martinez. She married Guadalupe Castro in 1952.

She is survived by her husband; Guadalupe Castro, her children Margarito, Rumaldo, Gilbert Castro, Thelma Gonzales, Ernestina Salazar, Juana Castro, Elia Mercado, Rebecca Castro, 35 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchildren.

Josie C. Sulaica passed away on October 4, 2017. She was born on March 7, 1949 in Lubbock to her late parents; Francisco and Paulina Chavez.

Josie married George Sulaica on October 31, 1967 in Lubbock.

Josie cared for her mother-in-law, Maria Sulaica for 13 years, then cared for her mother, Paulina Chavez. She was very involved in her Barrio de Guadalupe and her church, St. Joseph's. Josie was a part of the 211 Committee, Larry Combest Clinic Board, and was a West Texas Organizing Strategies (WTOS) Leader. Josie enjoyed working for the election office during early voting, primary and general elections.

Josie is survived by her husband; George Sulaica, Sr., daughter; Diana Vasquez (Johnny), three sons; Jimmy, Michael (Crystal) and George Sulaica, Jr.. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, two brothers; Genaro Chavez (Linda) and Jose Chavez.

Dominga Mojica went peacefully to be with the Lord, on October 13, 2017. She married the love of her life Leon Mojica Sr. on October 22, 1950.

She was a Cursillista, a Guadalupana was a life-long Catholic and member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Dominga worked for St. Mary's Hospital for 30 years as a E/S Supervisor. Mrs. Mojica is survived by her children; Leon Mojica Sr, David (Rita,) Robert (Nancy), Ricky, Tommy (Benita), 24 grandchildren, 42 greatgrandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren.

She is also survived by three brothers and one sister.Dominga was preceded in death by her husband, a son; Albert (Wampy) and her daughters;Patricia Ruiz and Elsa Ramirez and two great-grandchildren.

David P. Martinez passed away on October 13, 2017, born on April 7,1962 in Littlefield to his parents; Genaro and Josefina Martinez. David married Yvette Garcia on November 5, 1988.

David was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He served as a Sacristan and was a Cursillista and a Guadalupano. Mr. Martinez is survived by his wife; Yvette, daughters; Stephanie C. Coon, Rochelle M. Rey, sons; David Lloyd Martinez and Zachary Martinez, his father; Genaro Martinez, three siblings, five grandchildren; Marques Martinez, David Ryan Martinez, Jeremiah & Jacob Rey and Aulani Coon.

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Maria Ortiz, 82 of Lubbock passed away on October 18, 2017. She was born on March 1, 1935 in Sinton, Texas to her late parents; Petra Ortiz and Juan Hernandez. Maria married Alberto Lara Ortiz.

He passed away on October 7, 1983. Maria was a Cursillista, a Guadalupana and a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. She was loved by all who knew her, and she will be missed dearly. She is survived by her children; Consuelo Ramirez of Shallowater, Margarita Castro, Jose Angel Ortiz, Benito Ortiz Sr, and Melissa Gonzalez all of Lubbock. Mrs. Ortiz was preceded in death by her parents; her husband and one son; Emilio Ortiz in 2014. We would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Windmill Village for the love and care of our mother.

Robert R. Ramos, 74 of passed away on October 21, 2017. He was born tn Lubbock, TX to his parents Miguel and Belen Ramos. Robert retired from J.C. Penney Hair Salon and was currentely employed at Petra's Hair Salon. He is survived by two brothers; Max and Silvestre Ramos and one sister; Anita Pauline Delafuente of Lubbock TX departed this life on September 29, 2017.

She was born to Urbano and Antonia Esqueda in Dilley TX.Pauline married the love of her life Gilbert Delafuente SR. together they shared 6 children and a (granddaughter Danielle Delafuente) Gilbert Jr. Alfred, Fernando, Erma, Ora, Yolanda. She was cherished by her brothers Ignacio, Jacinto & Noel and her sisters Vel Cantu and Sel Rosales and multitude of nieces, nephews, grandsons and granddaughters.

Josefa "Chepa" Prieto, 61, of Lubbock passed away October 20, 2017. She was born on November 26, 1955 in Levelland, Texas to the late, Doroteo and Ignacia (Rodriguez) Prieto.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Esmeralda Alvarez (Jose), Jesus Salas (Ale), Idenia Calamaco (Vicente), Maria Anita Villanueva (Isidro), Steven Salas (Kassandra), and Toni Marie Alvarado (Leo) all of Lubbock; siblings, Francisco Prieto of Florida, Julio Prieto of Utah, Feliciano Prieto of Austin, Sixto Prieto of Del Rio, Roman Prieto of Austin, Gonzalo Prieto of Morton, Santiago Prieto of Levelland, Lupe Prieto of Austin, Elena Prieto of Mexico, Oliva Prieto of Lubbock, Benita Bautista of Levelland, San Juana Gonzales of Lubbock; 21 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Francisco, Julio, Feliciano, Lupe, Elena, and Benita.guez Jr.

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Paul (Wally) Lopez Rodriguez, 54 of Lubbock passed away on September 28, 2017. He was born on September 23, 1963 in Lubbock to his late parents; Antonio and Mary (Lopez) Rodriguez. He was self-employed in concrete construction. He had been married to JoAnne Jimenez Rodriguez for 24 years.Those left to cherish his memory are his only daughter; April Rodriguez Ortega and her husband Edward, one granddaughter; Maddison Ortega, and one step-grandson; Dylan Ortega. He also leaves behind one sister; Lupe Alvarado, five brothers; Albert, John, Lewis, Frank and Patrick. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother; Antonio Rodriguez Jr.

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

Maria Ruiz-Gonzalez, 78 of Lubbock was born September 14, 1939 in Ciudad Victoria Tamaulipas, Mexico. Maria moved to the United States at the age of 14 where she lived with her maternal grandmother and uncle. She met Carlos Ruiz Sr. in Adrian, Michigan where they were married for over 53 years and raised their four children in Lubbock, Texas. Maria raised her children, volunteered at her church and took part in helping her children raise her grandchildren. Her happiest times were when she was surrounded by her family.

Maria is survived by her children; Carlos Ruiz Jr., Mirella Tello (Frank), Nancy Parker (Gus) Parker all of Lubbock, Norma Garcia of Ft. Worth, Texas. She is also survived by her six grandchildren; Ashley Martinez, Jennifer Medina, Ryan Parker, Zachary Parker, Minerva Martinez, and Matthew Ruiz. Maria also leaves behind 13 great grandchildren.

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Senobia (Sandy) Mojica passed away on October 25, 2017 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 29, 1931 in Jonah, Texas to her late parents; Eustacio and Josefa Maldonado.

Sandy was life long Guadalupana, member of Our Lady of Grace and was a Cursillista.

Sandy was a very righteous humbled, good spirited woman. She loved to sing and dedicated her life to the Lord and was very faithful to the Virgen Mary. Mrs. Mojica will be truly missed by her smile and laughter and most of all her love.

Sandy is survived by three sons; Alex Mojica, Andy Mojica, Jesse Mojica, two daughters; Sylvia Mojica Cavarrubio, Laura Mojica Morales (Lee), five sisters; Lorina Navarrette of Belon, Texas, Margret Silva and Mary Barrera of Georgetown, Texas, Nancy Ozuna of Andice, Texas, Carmen Garza of Del Rio, Texas, three brothers; Johnny Maldonado of Austin, Texas, Joe Maldonado and Jesse Maldonado of Georgetown, Texas. Five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister; Martha Acosta, Delfina Moreno, and brother; Jacinto Maldonado.

Birthday Memorial Adrian Diaz

November 6, 1978 to February 8, 1999

In His arms We have you in our hearts.

Love Always, Mom & Dad Ronnie, Johnny, Paul & Your Son Christian Diaz

November Prayer O LORD God Almighty, my Abba Father and loving Shepherd, strengthen me with your might and grace so that I can withstand the attacks and temptations of the evil one. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” ~ Ephesians 6:10

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y AquĂ­ Race for the Cure 2017 Co-Sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine

The Magic 106.5 leadership staff cheered for the rac- Many teams were formed to support cancer survivors. The POWER OF PINK ready to attack breast cancer. ers and walkers. (Photos by Frank Garcia/LLM)

With brave wings these runners flew!

Fatima Preparation Classes at Holy Spirit

The Garzas attended the classes. (Photos by Frank The Gonzales thought the class to be very informative. The workshop was relaxing and very spiritual and Many family and friends are excited about the centenGarcia/LLM) brought interest from many. nial anniversary of Fatima.

South Plains Honor Flight

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) color guard Various veterans and first responders were on hand to Many families created posters to remind their veterans Ms. Deanda proudly held a photo of her love and hero waited to welcome home the heroes. welcome the Honor Flight members. how proud they were.

Lee, at the welcome back.

Trick or Treat Street at Safety City Co-Sponsored by Latino Lubbock Magazine

The Salsman brought their own children as well as a Joaquin and Soila Olivarez displayed their creativity. few guests for the fun event.

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Hermenia Martinez and her granddaughters attended Some kids peeled of their costumes as the temperathe event. ture was high, and the treats abundant.

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Photos & Memories - AquĂ­ y Alla Rosary on the Paza at St. Elizabth's Church

The rosary was prayed downtown at St. Elizabeth's Downtown in front of the beautiful St. Elizabeth's Ca- The event drew the faithful, family members, and Georgina Barrera was proud that her son Gabriel atChurch. Pictured are Adela & Deacon Benny Brito, thedral was filled with song. friends. tended with her. along with Cathy Brown, and Deacon Jeffrey Church.

Diversity Dinner at Texas Tech - Part 1

The Diversity dinner was reflective of the growing stu- Dahlia Guerrera and Ashley Gonzales enjoyed the Minerva Alaniz and Dr. Miguel Levario are proud fac- Margaret Ceja and Dr. Al Sacco Jr. took time to condent body at TTU (Photos by Frank Garcia/LLM) event. ulty and staff at TTU. gratulate Christy Martinez-Garcia on her award.

Family Fiesta at Cavazos Middle School

Parents and student volunteers took a break to be Students were grateful to have a celebration that in- Students and their parents enjoyed the festivities. photographed. cluded family in their fiesta.

Md. Fuentes gathered with volunteers for a festive photo.

Marty Ledesma on behalf of the Knights of Colum- Erly & Mark Gomez took their grandson to an event Many prayed and reflected on lost lives. bus 3098 presented a check to Lawrence (Photos by that focuses on sustaining life.

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Various advocates gathered for the day event.

Life Chain & Prayer Event

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Fotos y Recuerdos - Alla y Aquí Precious In His Sight Nurturing Center Banquet

Jennifer and Juan Posadas looked awesome and had The Santiago's participated in the event with the Our Good friends Rev. Martin Piña, Mr. Aguirre, and Soledad Joe & Sylvia Leos enjoyed the presentation and proa nice evening.

Lady of Guadalupe Knights of Columbus.

Garza took time for a photo. gram.

Congressional Medal of Honor Welcome

Frank Garcia of Los Hermanos Familia and Benny VFW veterans proudly held the flags as the Congres- Veterans came out to show their support of the Lub- The visit of the Congressional Medal Recipients was Guerrero of the VFW were among those welcoming. sional Medal of Honor members came in. bock distinguished guests. significant to families of veterans and veteran's alike.

Fatima Peace Tour at Our Lady of Guadalupe

Our Lady of Fatima made her way to Lubbock during Beautiful art at Our Lady of Guadalupe also created a The beautiful statue was awesome no matter the van- Many who attended participated in mass, prayers, and the tour for peace, stopping at Our Lady of Guadalupe. joyous atmosphere. tage point. the pageantry of the tour.

South Plains College Ribbon Cutting at Lubbock Campus

Esmerelda Benitez of LEARN was greeted by Yancy Representatives gathered for the ribbon cutting.

Nuñez, M.S. Dean of Arts & Science.

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President of SPC, Robin Satterwhite, Ed.D. welcomed Staff members were on hand to greet guests and guests to the Lubbock SPC campus. share their personal stories of SPC.

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Photos & Memories - Aquí y Alla Gala Latina - Chile - Part II

Dr. Mario & Anna Beruvides had a great time at the Some volunteer students distributed Chileans appetiz- The attendees enjoyed the Chilean theme. gala. ers.

Doc talk and a way to network and enjoy the Chilean ambiance.

Night of Courage Banquet Befitting the Purple Heart Monument

The Ortiz couple represented TTU Military & Veteran Veteran Mike Vasquez and his wife, enjoyed the ban- The event drew many outstanding veterans and ad- Vietnam veterans were among the VIP guest list. Their programs. quet. vocates. presence was very important to organizers.

West TX Latino Artist Día de los Muertos Celebración - Part 1

The Flores family participated in the festivities for chil- The Pan de Muerto was placed in a circle to remind Beautiful and ornate costumes by many attendees The Barrientos family makes it a tradition to place an dren, families, and with cultural significance. (Photos visitors of the Circle of Life they represent. filled the Exhibit Hall. altar honoring loved ones at the event.

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Aquí y Alla

A TTU Homecoming reception was hosted y John Christy Martinez-Garcia and guests on the Latino Lub- Quackals from Quick Quack Car Was along with Ama- Don't flinch a very strong family made it to the field to be ris Garcia visited the Cavazos Family Fiesta.

Gatica at the Courtyard Marriot. bock Update of Trends and Friends. recognized for their strength at the TTU Football game.

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Sports/deportes

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TIGER STRONG: Melina Bustos, a 9th grader of the Frenship High School Cross Country came in 11th place out 60 runners. She ran 3 miles. This was her 2nd meet.

Melina is pictured with Coach Hendrix who recognized her hard work and dedication in the 7th & 8th grade. Congratulations from your parents and Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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forward to reunions with family and friends. That’s one of the many benefits of having family and good friends because even if you disappoint them, they will forgive you and give you benefit of the doubt. Too bad that doesn’t carry over into the sports world, much to the chagrin of many coach’s year end and year out.

Case in point, Texas Tech head coach Kliff Kingsbury. It was just a few years ago that he was the toast of the and the Raider nation with his arrival to replace the disappointing Tommy Tubberville.

At the time he was the best candidate at the right time if our memory serves us correct. Now it seems the mood of the fan base is changing quicker than most anticipated. They did open their season rather impressively but their recent performances in close games against Oklahoma State, and lopsided losses to West Virginia where they actually lead at one time, has everyone buzzing about the famed hot seat coaches everywhere dread but expect to be on sooner or later.

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It’s easy so give it a try. Here is a sample of what it looks like. Here's what you'll need: 1) Construction Paper (Multi-Colored, Including Brown) 2) Glue Stick 3) Child-Safe Scissors 4) Pencil/or Crayon 5) Black Marker First, trace your hand on a piece of brown construction paper. Cut out the traced handprint to form the turkey body. Next, trace multi-colored paper, cut out, and then glue onto the front, or in between the existing brown traced fingers. Cutout a yellow beak, red beard, and a wing and glue to the body. Using the black marker color in the eye.

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but try to remember it’s way easier said than done. One thing I know for certain though is that with this athletic director Kirby Hocutt, he won’t hesitate to make a change especially if he has tie to maneuver. Now that’s not to say the season is over, far from it, but each game is not only crucial but will be closely analyzed to see if the program can move in the right direction this and next season. Kansas State kicks off our November with the last home game being against TCU on the 18th.

Baylor away and the Longhorns on the day after Thanksgiving in Austin won’t only be fun to watch, we’ll know it will be carrier changing. My guess is make a bowl, Kingsbury stays. As for the other drama we are accustomed to, the Cowboys are off to a different start as far as they are no longer favored to win the NFC east, the Philadelphia eagles now have the edge. I’m sure we’ve seen it before, but I can’t remember one month that is so important to these two football teams. Let’s be thankful we can witness it.

Editor’s Note: Mando Reyna is an avid sports aficionado and fan. He contributes his sports perspective of local to national sports.

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Kingsbury should know by now that one way to keep the fans on your side is don’t lose at home. I’m not talking losing close games, I’m mentioning games like the Iowa State one where they seemed outplayed and outcoached.

You could feel the disappointment everyone felt for the team and in my opinion, the realization that maybe the coach was in over his head as everyone headed for the exits when they knew the game was out of reach.

It’s been a challenge to pinpoint what are the main issues affecting this team, but maybe we can narrow them down to a few. What seems to be the trend for the Big 12 Tech opponents is that they drop extra defensive backs into coverage knowing they can stop their rushing attack without too many errors.

Now if we think back to last season I want everyone to remember that when Mahomes was the quarterback, he seemed to always be making plays with his legs, scrambling to make the play downfield. Could it be that the reason he was doing that was because of the same reasons the offense is struggling now? It seems the defense has improves from last year but it’s one step forward and one back for this years squad. I know it’s easy to say get a new coach

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