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Dr. Angie Ramirez Therapeutic Optometrist

Auto Insurance & Bail Bonds

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Mighty Gladiator Band Grad Jorge Ayala Selected Rio FFA Students Receive Awards at 487-2596 as a 2023 UIL State Outstanding Performer Cattle Show and Leadership Contest 4350 E. US HWY 83 R.G.C.

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Dr. Raymond Cruz Best FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Dental Insurance, Medicaid and Chip Accepted

487-2999

Congratulations to Roma High Class of 2023 Mighty Gladiator Band Grad Jorge Ayala on being selected as a 2023 UIL State Outstanding Performer! He was selected for the award based on his amazing performance at the UIL State Solo & Ensemble Competition in late May. Of the more than 100,000 students who annually compete, only to 2 to 3 percent of students are selected for this honor.

Roma ISD Band Program Director Dena Laurel was joined

by Roma ISD Superintendent

Carlos M. Gonzalez Jr. In surprising Jorge with his UIL 2023 Outstanding Performer Gold Medal.

“Awards of this nature do not come easily and reflect the efforts of many individuals. Your parents,

school and teachers are to be commended for their contribution to your success. I encourage you to share this honor with them. At the same time remember that you alone through your own talent, dedication and hard work made

this accomplishment a reality.

I extend to you my personal best wishes for continued success as you strive for musical excellence,” wrote Dr. Bradley N. Kent, State Director of Music for UIL.

2023 American Junior Brahman Association - All American Junior Brahman National Show Four States Fairgrounds Texarkana, Arkansas hosted a week long show for juniors participating in leadership contest including public speaking, marketing, herdsman quiz, sales talk, showmanship, photography and the better beef contest.

Proudly representing RGCGISD and Rio FFA in cattle show and leadership contest…

Congratulations to the Roma ISD Mighty Gladiator Band Program on the groundbreaking ceremony for their new Marching Band Practice Pad! The practice pad will provide the students a replica of the Gladiator Arena

Field Turf on which they can practice their marching routines.

This means they will no longer have to practice on the hot parking lot asphalt. The practice pad comes with lights and electricity, as well as a new direction platform.

“We are thrilled with this new practice pad, which will really solve many issues for our program,” said Director Dena Laurel. “We can’t wait to get ready for state marching band competition on the pad, which is

right across from the Band Hall.

It will be more convenient and much safer for the students in many ways. We want to thank the Roma ISD School Board and Superintendent Carlos M. Gonzalez for moving forward with

Olivia Aurora Guerra - Novice Division: Public Speaking Contest-Reserve Champion, Marketing-4th, Sales Talk Contest-7th, and Heifer Class-8th.

Nicolas Geronimo Guerra Junior Division: Public Speaking Contest-3rd, Showmanship-9th, Heifer Class-9th, and Herdsman Quiz-10th.

Diego Geronimo Guerra - Intermediate Division: Heifer Class-3rd, Showmanship-5th, and Public Speaking Contest-6th.

this project, which will benefit generations of future Gladiators.

This is certainly excellence in action at Roma ISD.” The Band Practice Pad is funded through Roma ISD’s General Fund monies.

Roma ISD Breaks Ground on New Marching Band Practice Pad

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WEDNESDAY JULY 12TH – I.C.C. 6:30 P.M. †DANNY GARZA (4TH AN.) by Family †CRUZ GARCIA (4TH AN.)

by Su Esposa e Hijos THURSDAY JULY 13TH – L.G. 6:00 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE FRIDAY JULY 14TH - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. †ALBERTO BARRERA, SR.

by Wife Celia & Children †TIBERIO RAMIREZ (1ST AN.) by Familia SATURDAY JULY 15TH - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †RUDY MARTINEZ, JR. by Family †INEZ & RODOLFO MARTINEZ

by Family

†LEONARDA B. GONZALEZ by Family †ALBERTO GARZA by Family †LOLITA & PEDRITO FERNANDEZ

by Fernandez Family †JULIO & OFELIA CHAPA (AN.)

by Israel & Lupita Chapa †LUISA CHAPA

by Israel & Lupita Chapa †ANTONIO MIRANDA (AN.) by Family †DR. ALEJANDRO SAENZ VILLARREAL by Villarreal Family †BEATRICE & SELSO CORTINAS

by Alfredo Cortinas †ELIDA NARVAEZ by Alfredo Cortinas †SYLVIA GUAJARDO

by Alfredo Cortinas †JOSE A. URIBE (3RD AN.)

by Uribe Family †ELIZABETH IRIS LOPEZ

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Roma, Tx. 78584 “Serving Our Community For Over 86 Years” (956) 487-2525 “Caring for you & your loved ones in your time of need ” (956) 847-7008

Madre y Reina de Guadalupe, que nos cuidas y nos acompañas, que estás siempre con nosotros, enséñanos a vivir como tus hijos, imitando a Jesús.

Bendice todas nuestras buenas intenciones, bendice nuestro trabajo de cada día, cuida a nuestras familias, ampara a nuestros niños y jóvenes, sana a nuestros enfermos y fortalece a nuestros ancianos.

Llévanos de tu mano a Jesús.

Amén.

S. G.

SUNDAY JULY 16TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †GONIFACIO GARCIA (14TH AN.)

by Family †FRANCISCO MORA (14TH AN.) by Family †MITZIE OLIVAREZ

by Mom, Dad & Brothers †SUSANA CABALLERO (5TH AN.)

by Family †ALEJANDRA “LANDI” GARZA

by Family †CRUZ GARCIA (4TH AN.)

by Su Esposa e Hijos SUNDAY JULY 16TH – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †LAZARO & ALEJANDRA GARCIA

by Letty & Valerie †NOE GUTIERREZ by Wife & Children †DORA GARZA by Luis & Jerry Garza †SIXTO FLORES JR. (6TH AN.)

by Wife Dolly & Family

†YOLANDA GARCIA by Family †ANA ISABEL GARZA by Family 5:00 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE MONDAY JULY 17TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ROMEO RAMIREZ SR.

by Ramirez Family †DANNY ROY LOPEZ JR. (19TH AN.)

by Family TUESDAY JULY 18TH – I.C.C. 6.30 P.M. PRO POPULO – MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE

Roma High GEAR UP Program Students attend Women’s Conference

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 23-24-1010

Description Welding Gases, Metals, and Supplies

Date Due August 2, 2023

Time 2:00 pm

Request for Proposals packages may be obtained at the Purchasing Department located at 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501 (Corner of Quince & 31st St) or by calling 956-872-4681. Responses received after the specified time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Email or Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All responses must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the RFP number.

The successful respondent will not be determined on opening date.

Questions regarding this RFP or requests for additional information should be addressed to Becky Cavazos, Director of Purchasing 956-872-4681 beckyc@southtexascollege. edu, or Vanessa Campos, Technical Buyer of Purchasing, 956-872-4661 vsolis_3079@ southtexascollege.edu. Responses to the RFP must be submitted to South Texas College, 3200 W Pecan Blvd Bldg N Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501.

South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Vendors are encouraged to visit the South Texas College’s Purchasing Department website to complete the 2-part Bonfire vendor registration for receiving solicitations at: https://southtexascollege.bonfirehub.com/login

NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR CATERING SERVICES Starr County is soliciting sealed bids for catering services for: Roma - Starr County Nutrition Program Salineño – Starr County Nutrition Program San Isidro - Starr Nutrition Center Bid Packets will be available for pickup beginning Wednesday, July 5th, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Starr County Annex building located at 100 N. FM 3167 Suite 220, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582.

Bids should be sent to: Starr County Judge Honorable County Judge, Eloy Vera 100 N. FM 3167, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582.

Bids will be accepted until Thursday, July 20th , 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Following that, all bids will be collected and taken to the Starr County Courthouse Annex Conference Room #211 to be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after the deadline will be rejected and returned unopened to the bidder. Bids with conditions will not be accepted. Bids submitted by facsimile will not be accepted. The lowest or the best-qualified bidder will be awarded. Bids must be sealed and prominently marked on the lower left-hand and hand corner of the bid envelope with the following project title: Starr County Nutrition Program If additional information is needed please contact: Delia Perez, Project Manager (956) 716 – 4800 Ext: 8080 The County of Starr is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer

Students from Roma High School’s GEAR Up Program attended the Women’s International Day Conference, which encouraged students to attend college and pursue their career goals.

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RGCGISD BE/ESL Department Offered TEP Maricela Flores Local Author of “Wandering Session for Secondary Core Area Teachers Drone” at RGC Library Fun Friday

The Rio Grande City Grulla ISD BE/ ESL Department offered a TEP session for secondary core area teachers titled “Building Vocabulary for Secondary Education”. This was a 6 hr. training session held at Ringgold Middle School Library on Friday, June 16, 2023. The session was presented by Ms.Claudia Rodriguez, a Teacher Created Materials (TCM) consultant. Teachers received a book about vocabulary and had the opportunity to win some raffled prizes provided by the BE/ESL Dept. The BE/ESL Dept. wishes everyone a great summer break.

Rio Grande City Public Library Fun Friday program featured Maricela Flores local author of “Wandering Drone,” a book about a boy that receives a gift that brings new excitement into his life. On June 16th Mrs. Flores spoke to group about how reading is an act of kindness to oneself and to others. Roma native Maricela Flores signed copies of “Wandering Drone” book to door prize winners sponsored by the Friends of the RGC Public Library and the City of Rio Grande City. Wondering Drone is available for checkout at the RGC Public Library.

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Roma High Students Achieve Congressman Cuellar’s Staff Visited La Por qué debería considerar Important Life Milestone Casita, La Grulla, and Rio Grande City un seguro contra inundación?

Alexis Gallegos and Robert Bazan from Congressman Henry Cuellar’s Starr County office visited La Casita, La Grulla, and Rio Grande City to hear from the constituents and help with their concerns. Thank you to everyone for taking the time to stop by. Once a month, Congressman Some Roma High School star students were able to obtain their Texas Cuellar’s staff will visit the community to offer assistance. For more ID’s. The district is super proud of these students and thankful to their information, please visit the Congressman Cuellar website or call the amazing instructors for helping the students achieve this milestone.

Rio Grande City district office at (956) 487-5603.

La mayoría de los seguros de vivienda no cubren los daños causados por inundación después de una tormenta. ¿Piensa usted que no está en riesgo? Bueno, un promedio del 60% de los daños causados por las inundaciones en los Estados Unidos se producen en zonas de bajo riesgo de inundación.

Una cantidad mínima de agua podría causar miles de dólares en daños. Si usted no tiene seguro de inundación, usted tendrá que pagar por estas reparaciones de su bolsillo.

Así que debe considerar la compra de una póliza contra inundación.

Los dueños de propiedades que obtengan una póliza de seguro estándar del Programa Nacional

de Seguro de Inundación (National Flood Insurance Program, NFIP, por su nombre y siglas en inglés) pueden asegurar su casa hasta $250,000 y sus pertenencias hasta $100,000.

Las personas que alquilan también pueden obtener cobertura del Programa Nacional de Seguro de Inundación para cubrir sus pertenencias hasta $100,000.

Puede contactar a su agente o compañía de seguros sobre obtener una póliza contra inundación.

Estas pólizas usualmente se activan 30 días después de la compra. ¿Tiene preguntas sobre seguros? Llame al Departamento de Seguros de Texas al 800-2523439 o visite www.tdi.texas.gov.

THE COUNTY OF STARR SHERIFF’S OFFICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 263.153 of the Texas Local Government Code & Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Transportation Code 683, Subsection B, 683.012, of the Texas Department of Transportation that the County of Starr Sheriff ’s Office, Rio Grande City, Texas will hold a public auction on Friday July 28th , 2023, at 10:00 a.m. for General Surplus, Equipment and Vehicles which have been forfeited to the State of Texas under the provisions of Chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, TX 78542. Registration to bid will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and will require a picture identification. Examples of items to be auctioned are cars, trucks, heavy equipment, personal computers, electronics, office furniture, surplus, etc. All items will be sold “As Is - Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium 14%. Internet Buyer’s Premium 16%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted day of auction only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact the County of Starr Sheriff ’s Office, at (956) 487-5571. AUC#17532 - Jose A. Camarillo

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San Isidro FFA Officer Team Attended Roma High Baseball Team Celebrates Senior Players the Palm Valley District Leadership Camp

The San Isidro ISD FFA officer team attended the Palm Valley District Leadership Camp. It was great, to see the San Isidro officers mingle with other members and learn some great lessons from the district It was an emotional night as the Roma High Mighty Gladiators Baseball Team Seniors played the last officer team. The team is excited to take what they’ve learned and use it to get ready for their upcoming game of their high school careers on their home field in Roma. The team said their goodbyes to their year of service. senior players during their Senior Night Ceremony.

CITY OF ROMA POLICE DEPARTMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION

Safety Tips for Driving: • Slow down and pay attention to what you’re doing. If you get tired, pull over in a safe spot and walk around to re-energize.

• Don’t drink and drive, even a little bit.

• Designate a (sober) driver.

• Stay off the mobile phone – this includes texting. Designate a “co-pilot” to oversee the phone while you’re driving so you can concentrate on the task at hand.

• Stay weather-aware. We’re not expecting bad weather, but this is Texas and you never know.

• Leave plenty of time to get to your destination. Roadways are likely to be crowded.

Drive friendly – the Texas way!

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Transportation Code 683, Subsection B, 683.012, of the Texas Department of Transportation that the City of Roma Police Department, Roma, Texas will hold a public auction on Friday July 28, 2023, at 10:00am for said vehicles, equipment & property items. Location: 2101 I-69C, Edinburg, Texas 78542.

Registration to bid will be from 8:00am to 10:00am and will require a picture identification. Items to be auctioned are vehicles, equipment, and property items. All items will be sold “As Is-Where Is” to the highest bidder. Onsite Buyer’s Premium is 14%, Internet Buyer’s Premium 16%. All sales are final and must be paid on the same day with cash, major credit cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express), Debit & Credit with a 3.99% processing fee. Checks accepted day of auction only with certain conditions. For additional information, please contact Bond and Bond Auctioneers (956) 283-0422 Jose A. Camarillo AUC#17532.

Have you checked in with yourself today?

Even if your struggle is temporary, it’s real—and you deserve support.

Take a 5-minute check-in and find resources to help you cope.

Get started today at

hhs.texas.gov/services/health/prevention/turn-to/turn-to-check-in

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Youth Nature Photography Contest Sparks Creativity Enter the FREE Photography Contest for Kids by August 1st and attend the FREE Awards Ceremony on August 17th at Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen.

This summer, spark your child’s creativity and have them explore nature with the camera and/or smart phone. Quinta Mazatlan and The Valley Land Fund are hosting the annual nature photography contest for kids, Southern Exposures. The free contest offers prizes for every child that enters, including a photo feature in the Award Winning Exhibit plus a chance to win cash prizes.

Photographs should have a nature or wildlife theme and must be taken in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. “Observing and photographing nature is an enriching hobby that helps your

child learn in nature,” states Colleen Hook, Director of Quinta Mazatlan.

The contest is open to anyone ages 5 to 18 and contestants can enter up to six images by August 1st online (valleylandfund. com). One of their images will be chosen for the exhibit, to showcase their talent, at the Awards Ceremony on August 17th at Quinta Mazatlan.

All youth contestants will receive a free t-shirt, goody-bag and recognition in the exhibit thanks to the generous support of The Valley Land Fund, Quinta Mazatlan-City of McAllen, H-E-B, Magic Valley Electric Cooperative, and AEP Texas.

Parents, grandparents and friends can help foster a child’s love of nature and photography by taking them outdoors this summer

in the backyard, neighborhood and/or visit a nature center.

“There is an amazing network of distinctly different nature and birding centers along the 120mile historic river corridor in the Valley,” states Colleen Hook.

Provide your kids new outings to photograph nature and help them find out the name of the plant, animal, body of water, or other to make it even more educational.

For additional support, Quinta Mazatlan is offering photography classes for kids on Saturday mornings. For more information, follow Quinta Mazatlan on social media, call 956-6813370 and visit online at the valleyland fund.com.

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Eight tips to keep cool and comfortable during a Texas heat wave Su generador portátil puede mantener a su familia a salvo

Intense heat waves have Texans bracing for power grid instability.

Regulators are predicting recordbreaking demand for electricity, and Texas residents were asked to cut back on power usage. It’s a scorching start to a long summer season - and a crucial time to prepare for potential outages caused by heat waves.

“To support your coverage of the current Texas heat wave, I can offer expert tips from a power outage response expert at global energy technology company Generac,” said Josh Anderson, on behalf of Generac Power Systems. A few key tips can help Texans navigate power outages in the heat, including: – Wear light clothing and stay in the shade as much as possible.

– Drink plenty of fluids, and know the signs of heat cramps,

heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.

– If you have a portable generator, fill gas cans to keep it running. Watch out for low oil levels if your generator is running continuously. Remember to check the oil level each day and keep extra oil on hand.

– Only use portable generators outdoors and away from windows, doors and vents. Keep at least 3 feet of clearance around the generator.

– If you’re relying on a standby generator when the power goes out, make sure it’s ready ahead of time. Clear debris and any obstructions away from the generator. Check your battery and air filter.

– Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting and keep them closed as much as possible.

– Unplug small appliances in the rooms you do not plan to use.

– Charge cell phones and save your cell phone battery as much as possible.

Equipped with expert recommendations on resilience amidst a power outage, Texans can face the hot summer ahead with confidence rather than concern.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION NOTICE is hereby given that it is the intention of the Commissioners Court of Starr County, Texas (the “County”) to issue interest-bearing Certificates of Obligation of the County to be designated and known as the “STARR COUNTY, TEXAS CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION, SERIES 2023” (the “Certificates”) for the purpose of providing for the payment of contractual obligations to be incurred for the design, planning, acquisition, equipping, construction, and renovation of public property, and designated infrastructure and for other public purposes specifically being (i) improvements to County roads (including utility relocation, related drainage improvements and rights-of-way acquisition); (ii) equipment for public works department; (iii) improvements to existing County cemeteries and acquisition of land therefore; (iv) County parks; and (v) the payment of contractual obligations for professional services in connection with such projects (including, but not limited to, financial advisory, legal, architectural, and engineering). The Commissioners Court tentatively proposes to authorize the issuance of the Certificates at its regular meeting place in the Commissioners Court meeting room, Starr County Courthouse, 401 North Britton Avenue, Rio Grande City, Texas, at a Regular Meeting of the Commissioners Court to be commenced at 10:00 a.m., on the 28th day of August, 2023, in an amount not to exceed $2,550,000. The Commissioners Court presently proposes to provide for payment of the Certificates by the pledge of an annual ad valorem tax levied upon all taxable property within the County, within the limits prescribed by law, and by a limited pledge of $1,000 of the surplus revenues of the County’s International Toll Bridge System. The Certificates are to be issued, and this notice is given, pursuant to Section 271.041, et seq., Texas Local Government Code.

In accordance with the provisions of Subchapter C of Chapter 271, Texas Local Government Code, as amended (“Chapter 271”), the following information has been provided by the County: The current principal of all outstanding debt obligations of the County is $333,333.36, the combined principal and interest required to pay all currently outstanding debt obligations of the County on time and in full is $409,432.98, the estimated combined principal and interest required to pay the Certificates of Obligation on time and in full is $4,036,713.00, the estimated interest rate for the Certificates of Obligation is 6.50%, and the maximum maturity date of the Certificates of Obligation will not exceed the maximum allowed by law. Market conditions affecting interest rates vary based on a number of factors beyond the control of the County, and the County cannot and does not guarantee a particular interest rate associated with the Certificates of Obligation.

1337-0478v.1 999995-1600 7/9/2023

/s/ Eloy Vera County Judge, Starr County, Texas

El uso de un generador portátil puede mantener los principales electrodomésticos funcionando durante un apagón.

Consejos importantes: •Coloque su generador afuera, por lo menos a 20 pies de distancia de las puertas, ventanas o conductos de ventilación de su casa. Mantener una distancia ayuda a protegerle del gas del monóxido de carbono, el cual no

tiene color, ni olor y podría ser mortal.

•Deje que su generador se enfríe antes de añadir gas.

•Nunca almacene gasolina dentro de su casa.

•Conecte los enseres directamente al generador o use una extensión resistente para exteriores. Revise los cables para asegurarse de que no hay desgarres, cortaduras o que les

falten puntas.

•Si usted desea conectar el generador al sistema de su casa, deje que lo haga un electricista certificado. Asegúrese de que el electricista use un interruptor con la clasificación adecuada que cumpla los códigos eléctricos.

•Lea el manual de instrucciones de su generador.

Esto le ayudará a evitar riesgos innecesarios.

NOTICE OF BRANCH APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that Texas Regional Bank, 6770 West Interstate 2, Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas 78552 intends to apply to the Federal Reserve System for permission to establish a branch to be located at 4389 East US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas 78582. The Federal Reserve considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application, including the record of performance of applicant banks in helping to meet local credit needs.

You are invited to submit comments in writing on this application to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Banking Supervision, P. O. Box 655906, Dallas, Texas 75265-5906. The comment period will not end before July 27, 2023 and may be somewhat longer. The Board’s procedures for processing applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. Part 262. Procedures for processing protested applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Board’s procedures or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Ms. Karen Smith, Director Mergers & Acquisitions, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas at (214) 922-6786. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal hearing on the application if they are received by the Reserve Bank in writing on or before the last day of the comment period.

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF BANKING APPLICATION TO ESTABLISH A BRANCH Notice is hereby given that Texas Regional Bank, 6770 West Interstate 2, Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas 78552 will file an application with the Texas Department of Banking on or about July 12, 2023 to establish a branch to be located at 4389 East US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Starr County, Texas 78582.

Any person wishing to comment on this application, either for or against, may file written comments with the Texas Department of Banking, 2601 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78705-4294, within fourteen (14) days of the date of this publication. Such comments will be made a part of the record before and considered by the Banking Commissioner.

Any person wishing to formally protest and oppose the proposed branch establishment and participate in the application process may do so by filing a written notice of protest with the Texas Department of Banking, 2601 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78705-4294 within fourteen (14) days of the date of this publication, together with a filing fee of $2,500.

The protest fee may be reduced or waived by the Banking Commissioner upon a showing of substantial hardship.

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Did you know?

Anything that takes a driver’s attention away from the road is considered a distraction. That includes adjusting the radio station, looking ahead at the route on a navigation system, reaching into the fast-food bag for a French fry, and answering a phone or responding to a text.

Distractions can be visual (taking eyes off the road), manual (taking hands off the wheel), and cognitive (taking your mind off driving). Whether it is good for people or not, multitasking is now commonplace. That means individuals are juggling two or more different tasks at one time,

even while driving.

This propensity to try to fit more into a day may seem like it is improving efficiency, but certain studies show that multitasking often means the focus and attention to detail supplied to tasks isn’t as great when doing two things at once as opposed to focusing on one task at a time.

In terms of driving while distracted by something else, the consequences can be great. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says about 3,000 Americans die in crashes involving a distracted driver every year.

Younger drivers, or those

between the ages of 15 and 20, are more likely to become distracted drivers than other age groups.

The Canadian Automobile Association says drivers who drive distracted are eight times more likely to be in a crash or near-crash event compared with non-distracted drivers. Transport Canada’s National Collision Database indicates distracted driving contributes to an estimated 21 percent of fatal collisions each year and around 27 percent of serious injury collisions.

There is still work to be done to encourage drivers to be more attentive behind the wheel.

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LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

Application has been made Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Beverage Commission for WINE AND MALT f o r a W I N E A N D RETAILER’S PERMIT M A LT B E V E R A G E ( B G ) b y : O S C A R V. R E TA I L E R ’ S O F F GONZALEZ JR., DAVID PREMISE PERMIT (BQ) L . G O N Z A L E Z , & by: PEDRO ANTONIO YADIRA LOREDO dba GARCIA, JR., dba LA B R E W H O U S E C A F E FINIKERA DRIVE THRU RGC, to be located at 108 N. to be located at 5529 FM WASHINGTON ST., STE. 1 4 3 0 , R I O G R A N D E A, RIO GRANDECITY, CITY, STARR COUNTY, S T A R R C O U N T Y , TEXAS. TEXAS. GENERAL PARTNERS ARE OSCAR V. G O N Z A L E Z J R . , DAVID L. GONZALEZ & YADIRA LOREDO.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Travel X-Ray Technician (AART Certified) Accuread Quality Mobile X-Rays (Rio Grande City) Apply online accureadxrays.com or call us (956)447-8300

SE RENTA APARTAMENTO 1 recamara, amueblado, incluye refrigerador, estufa, agua, basura y Wi-Fi. Rio Grande City $490 por mes

956-573-6475

6-D Apartment For Rent 300 N. Arredondo St., Rio Grande City, Tx 78582 Apt.#6 $600 Rent • $400 Dep.

956-500-3706

APARTMENT FOR RENT 1 bedroom, 1 bath w/ laundry, dinning, and living room appliances included.

Newly remodeled 1 block away from North Grammar Elementary in RGC.

For info. call

956-487-8989 SOUTH TEXAS

GARAGE SALE

MINISPLIT

Saturday July 15th 8AM - ?

300 S. Kain St., RGC

Yard Decorations Furniture, Kids Clothes, Shoes, and much more!!!

SERVICE & INSTALLATION

956-208-8238

MANAGER $PECIAL MANAGER $PECIAL 2020 D E JUST ARRIVED V I R R 2023 GMC JUST A GMC Acadia Denali Terrain Denali $

49,995

$

STK# 24968A NICE! ONLY 16K MILES!!!

STK# 25026A

2022 Chevy Silverado RST

STK#P2444

4x4 Diesel

$

59,995

35,995

2017 Honda Pilot Touring

STK#25052A

$

29,995

2019 VW Passat SE

STK# 25003A

$

26,995

People across the Valley come home to Rio Motor Co. for big savings and family-friendly service!

No Matter Where You Live, Come Home!

(956) 487-2596 · 1-800-509-0003

Paco Cantu 956-208-1821

Rolando Flores 956-416-8945

www.riomotors.com

STARR COUNTY TOWN CRIER, JULY 12, 2023, PAGE 11

Roma ISD Federal programs Department Holds Unique Science & Math baking Workshop

PUBLIC NOTICE

Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by JJ Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within forty-five (45) days after date of this notice and make payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges resulting from the placing of vehicles in custody shall constitute a waiver of the right to reclaim vehicle. Contact Juan J. Lopez at 956-4875929, 6392 E. Hwy 83, Rio Grande City, TX 78582 for information concerning vehicles.

2003 FORD MUSTANG BROWN VIN: IFAFP40463F434558

The Roma ISD Federal Programs Department held a Math, Science, and Baking Parent Workshop at the Roma ISD Family and Community Engagement Center. Parents learned how they could reinforce math and science skills while spending quality time with their children at home.

CHEVY SUMMER DRIVE SALES EVENT People across the Valley come home to Rio Motor Company!

2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB CUSTOM 4WD MSRP PRICE REDUCTION BELOW MSRP SPECIAL VALUE PRICE CUSTOMER CASH 1 BONUS CASH 2

$51,050 -$ 3,705 $47,345 -$ 1,750 -$ 1,000

SALE PRICE

$44,595

$6,455 OFF MSRP

OTHER AVAILABLE OFFERS YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR: GM Trade Allowance 3 -$ 1,500 AVAILABLE SPECIALS: 1.9% APR For 36 Months For Well Qualified Buyers When Financed w/GM Financial 4

44,595

$

STK# 24608

(1) Not available with special financing, lease and some other offers. Must take new retail delivery by 07/31/2023. (2) Not available with lease and some other offers. Residential restrictions apply. Must take new retail delivery by 07/31/2023. All prices plus tax, title and license. Vehicle is subject to pre-sale. (3) Must trade in a 2009 model year or newer vehicle. Not available with special financing, lease and some other offers. Must take new car delivery by 07/31/2023. (4) 1.9% APR for 36 months for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $28.60 for every $1,000 you finance. Average example down payment is 16.26%.

Not available with leases and some other offers. Must take new retail delivery by 07/31/2023. See Dealer for details. All prices plus tax, title and license. Vehicle is subject to pre-sale.

“No Matter Where You Live, Come Home!”

(956) 487-2596 1-800-509-0003 www.riomotors.com

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Your local source for Medicare.

Yesenia Lopez Licensed Sales Agent 956-370-0070, TTY 711

JULY 12, 2023 PAGE 12 You’re in good hands.

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956-488-0160

103 W. 2nd Street Rio Grande City, Tx 78582

SPACE AVAILABLE PLEASE CALL 956-487-6544

Arroyo:5065 Hwy. 83 ste. A - 956-570-0702 Roma: 834 E. Grant St. Ste. C - 956-570-0701 OPEN OPEN RGC: 4370 NOW Escobares: 4522 NOW E. Hwy 83 Ste. B - 956-309-3549 East Hwy 83 Ste A. 956-429-5625 Penitas - 1715 Expressway 83 Suite A-2 Penitas Tx- 956-424-0133