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Judge Romero Molina, announces his candidacy for re-election to a fifth term as your Starr County Court at Law #1 Judge. labor obsolete. We were then fortunate to get employment during the summers in the melon packing plants, packing and processing melons. It was the money we earned during the summers that bought our school clothes for the upcoming year.” After graduating High School in 1975, through generous governmental grants and student loans, he was able to follow his sisters and brothers footsteps into College and graduated from St. Mary’s University, Cum Laude in 1979. He was accepted into law school at the University of Houston and graduated in 1982. During the summers he secured employment with the Office of Special Counsel in Dallas, Texas, and was a mentor at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office during the summer of 1982. He spent his first year as an Attorney as a Staff Attorney for Texas Rural Legal Aid, and a year later became an
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Romero Molina, a life-long resident of Starr County has been guided by two fundamental principles while serving as your Judge; that all cases should be decided fairly and impartially, free of political influence or intimidation and that regardless of his personal view or views of those that come before him that he will follow the law as stated in the U.S. Constitution and State of Texas. Romero Molina has been practicing law for 35 years and has experience in civil and criminal law, and is the President of Clarke Title Company, a local real estate title insurance company. Judge Romero Molina, was born on August 7, 1957, in Pharr, Texas, and his family moved to Rio Grande City in 1963, and settled into the home of their grandmother Aurelia G. Olivarez, in the community of Los Garcias. “We lived right by the cotton fields, and my Grandmother and Older brother Ruben picked cotton every year until the cotton machines made their
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family law and real estate matters. I believe this work has given me a keen knowledge of the needs of all residents of our fine county”. Having lived in his grandmother’s house after returning to Rio Grande City from College, Romero and his first wife Margaret moved to Roma and lived in Roma until Margaret’s death in 2003. Their Son Emiliano, is a proud graduate of Roma High, where he currently teaches and their daughter Victoria graduated from Rio High and is currently in nursing school in Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. Judge Molina is married to Ana L. Molina, another proud graduate of Roma High, who was born and
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Dr. Leo Lopez III speaks at World Congress Rome, Italy Dr. Leo Lopez III, a Rio Grande City native, is a physician and scientist focusing on reducing health disparities for under-served populations. He recently presented his research in global health ethics at the 6th World Congress for Clinical Safety in Rome, Italy. Lopez addressed clinicians and scientists from across the globe at the conference. The World congress brings physicians together to share ideas, innovations, and knowledge, which improve clinical outcomes for patients in various settings. Dr. Lopez’s work focuses on evaluating the ethics of shortterm, global health operations and delivery of care. Lopez worked with various university, and non-profit groups in providing health care to communities
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WEDNESDAY NOV. 15TH - I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †CAYETANO TORRES (50TH AN.) in memory of Perfecto Torres (†) †KENNIE ALANIZ by Parents †GUADALUPE RAMIREZ (20TH AN.) by Family †ERNESTO VELA by Family †JOHN ANDREW OLSON (1ST AN.) by Mom Rachel P. Olson THURSDAY NOVEMBER 16TH - I.C.C. 6:30 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE FRIDAY NOVEMBER 17TH - I.C.C. 8:20 A.M. ICS STUDENTS & STAFF 6:00 P.M. †VELA PERPETUA DECEASED MEMBERS by Altar Society
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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 19TH - I.C.C. 7:00 A.M. PRO POPULO - MASS SAID FOR THE PEOPLE SUNDAY SACRED HEART/LOS GARCIA 9:00 A.M. †SANDRA MARTINEZ by Rachel Ramirez †DARIO, ALVARO & MELISSA TREVIÑO by Rachel Ramirez
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South Texas College kicks off its 12th annual Turkey Trot November 18
The Kinesiology Department its 12th annual Turkey Trot Run/ at South Texas College will host Walk on Saturday, November 18th. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. at STC’s Cooper Center located at 3200 W. Pecan in McAllen. Admission fee is only eight cans of food in lieu of an admission fee. “The Turkey Trot has the dual purpose of serving the community Viernes 17 de noviembre by becoming aware
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The race begins promptly at 7:30 a.m. and consists of a 2.2 mile run/walk that will begin at the Cooper Center, and wind through the adjacent neighborhoods surrounding the college. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers in men’s and women’s divisions. Free t-shirts and goodie bags will be given to the first 100 participants. For more information call (956) 872-3839 or visit www. lass.southtexascollege.edu/ kinesiology
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Customs & Border Protection Roma Unit Ac2E Elementary Students Enjoyed an Educational Field Trip Donates Mums to Roma High Students
3rd grade students from Ac2E Elementary enjoyed a cultural and educational trip. They took a trolley ride on Bessie III and toured the Kelsey Bass Museum, Hurricane Beulah Expo, General Ricardo Sanchez Expo, the wonderful grounds of Fort Ringgold, and the great city of Rio Grande. They were also treated to a tour of the Grotto. Tours were given by our local historian R.C. Salinas, Diana Reyna, and Aminta Reyna. We’d like to thank you for providing our wonderful students with such rich history and cultural A HUGE THANKS to the team at the Roma Customs & Border Protection Unit for donating mums once knowledge. Our students were thrilled to learn about our city’s history. again for some lucky students at Roma High School to help get them in the spirit of homecoming! The special delivery was made just before the big events started and it made the students so excited for the celebration. (Photos courtesy Noel Martinez.)
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Oh admirable San Antonio, glorioso por la celebridad de los milagros que habéis obrado, que tuvisteis la dicha de tener en vuestros brazos al Señor en forma de tierno infante, obtenedme de su bondad la gracia que ardientemente deseo de lo íntimo de mi corazón. Tu que fuisteis tan bondadoso con los pobres pecadores, no mires a los pecados de quien os ruega, sino a la gloria de Dios, que será otra vez exaltada por ti, y a la salvación de mi alma, tan unida a la petición que ahora tan encarecidamente te hago. Como prenda de mi gratitud, os prometo llevar una vida más conforme con las enseñanzas del Evangelio y consagrada al socorro de los pobres, que tanto habéis amado y al presente amáis. Bendecid esta promesa que os hago y alcanzadme la gracia de ser a ella fiel hasta la muerte. Amen.
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Roma Fire Department Gives Great Presentations at Roma Schools 12th Starr County Role Models Get Inspired Conference The Y.B. Escobar Elementary S c h o o l Buckaroos, as well as all other Roma ISD elementary schools, are very thankful to the Roma Fire Department for their excellent Fire Safety Presentations during Fire Safety Week. Once again the students are prepared with great information to keep them informed and ready for fire prevention at school and at home.
The Starr County Campus Psychology Club of South Texas College hosted its 12th Starr County Role Models Get Inspired Conference at the STC Starr County Campus Auditorium in Rio Grande City. The five panelists featured were: Raul Moreno Jr. (Citizens State Bank VP and Roma ISD President), Ameida Salinas (Starr County Tax Collector), Dr. Roberto Margo (Veterinarian and Ranch Owner), Marlo Canales (Pharmacist and Owner of Fred’s Pharmacy), and Miguel Mirelez (Owner of The Print Shop at Shipping Depot). The role model panelists shared their achievements and also some obstacles they have overcome.
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Science Instructor). Dr. Arturo Montiel (STC Starr County Campus Administrator) and Ms. Rose Benavidez (STC Board Member & Starr County Industrial Foundation President) provided opening remarks. Somaiyra Salinas, Starr Psych Club President, led the Pledge of Allegiance. The five general questions were asked by club officers Raul Rivas, Victoria Benavidez, Cecilia Garza, Brendaly Sanchez, and Abraham Perez— with Alex Sarabia introducing them and making transitions between questions asked. The panelists received a certificate of appreciation for participating.
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All Donations Collected to Directly Benefit Affected Families of the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs H-E-B started accepting online monetary donations to provide support to the victims and families of the tragedy at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs. When a disaster occurs, H-E-B is dedicated to stand by the communities we serve, which is the cornerstone of our “Helping Congratulations to Andrea Munoz on giving a terrific presentation Here” philosophy. on the character trait of “Responsibility” at the recent School Board Providing aid in times of need, Meeting! H-E-B launched the portal on the Donations page of its website, which can be found at www.heb. Ringgold Elementary held a Wild West Book Fair and Parent Picnic. Parents and guardians took time to com/donate. Monetary donations gather with their children and eat lunch for the day, and visit our Book Fair at the library. Thank you to all can be made from $1 to $100. parents and caregivers for making this day a memorable day. Last Monday, H-E-B announced it will donate $150,000 and launched a statewide checkstand donation campaign to support those affected by the tragedy in Sutherland Springs. All H-E-B and Central Market stores across Texas launched the donation effort, which gives customers the opportunity to support the victims and their families by making monetary donations at the register for $1, $3, $5, $50 or $100. H-E-B’s $150,000 donation and all monies accepted through online giving and the checkstand donation campaign will directly benefit the victims and their families. We will work with the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs to respond to those impacted by this unfortunate event. Additionally, H-E-B stores in Floresville and La Vernia continue to provide food and supplies to community support centers and local schools. For more than 110 years, H-E-B has demonstrated its commitment to individuals and communities in crisis by donating financial support and emergency supplies, as well as providing efficient ways for customers to assist those affected by disaster.
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TxDOT Urges Drivers To ‘End The Streak’ Of Daily Deaths Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary Held Their McTeacher Night
November 2017 marks grim milestone of more than 59,000 roadway deaths since 2000 At least one person has died on Texas roadways every day since Nov. 7, 2000. In an effort to end this grim and deadly 17-year milestone, the Texas Department of Transportation, through its #EndTheStreakTX campaign, reminds drivers to stay alert, obey traffic laws and take personal responsibility behind the wheel. “It’s heartbreaking to know somebody has lost a spouse, child, friend or neighbor every day for the past 17 years on Texas roadways,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 94 percent of these deadly crashes are due to driver error -- things like distracted driving, speeding and drunk driving. We can stop this deadly
streak if every driver makes it a priority to be safe, focused and responsible. Let’s end the streak.” To help raise awareness of this tragic, daily statistic, TxDOT is asking people to change their social media profile pictures to the image available for download. Throughout November, TxDOT’s social media pages will share facts and information about the last 17 years of roadway fatalities and invite Texans to publicly show their commitment to ending the streak of deadly days by sharing these posts with the hashtag #EndTheStreakTX. TxDOT also will invite the public to share personal stories of loved ones lost in car crashes on its social media pages using photo and video testimonials with the hashtag #EndTheStreakTX. Since Nov. 7, 2000, fatalities resulting from motor vehicle
crashes on Texas roadways have numbered 59,388. The leading causes of fatalities continue to be failure to stay in one lane, alcohol and speed. To decrease the chances of roadway crashes and fatalities, TxDOT reminds drivers to: ·Buckle seatbelts – all passengers need to be buckled ·Pay attention – put phone away and avoid distractions ·Never drink and drive – drunk driving kills; get a sober ride home ·Drive the speed limit – obey speed limits and drive slower when weather conditions warrant The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR3). This information was received and processed by the department as of Oct. 23, 2017.
Dr. Mario Ramirez Elementary held their annual McTeacher Night with a great turn out. Staff, students and parents got together to raise money for DMR campus. We had face painting, chanting from our amazing cheerleaders, parent-teacher time, comradely between staff and an amazing DIAMONDBACK family time. A big thank you goes out to Mrs. Suzie Barrera, McDonald Branch Manager, Edward Mann, Community Relations-Local Marketing , our dedicated Staff, devoted parents and students and everyone else that came by to visit and contribute. We could not do it without you. Thank You Diamondbacks!
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Texas A&M-Kingsville Holds Phi Kappa Phi Initiation Ceremony The Phi Kappa Phi chapter at Texas A&M UniversityKingsville recently held initiation for 12 faculty and staff and 83 students. Phi Kappa Phi is the nation’s oldest and most selective all discipline collegiate honor society. The new Texas A&MKingsville chapter became the 332nd chapter of Phi Kappa Phi Feb. 1, 2016. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is by invitation only to the top 7.5
percent of juniors and the top 10 percent of seniors and graduate students, along with faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction. Starr County Students: Rio Grande City: Jesus Garcia, senior, chemical engineering Roma: Alissa I. Pena, graduate student, communication sciences and disorders; Arlene Saldana, graduate student, counseling and guidance
Ace Students Participated in the Grulla Community Walking Parade
Ace students from Grulla High School and Grulla Middle School participated in the Grulla community walking parade not only supporting their esteemed football players “The Gators” but also promoting the ACE Lights
Out After School nationwide event. The effort has become a hallmark of the after school movement and generates coverage across the nation. Dr. Letty Villarreal assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, Mr. L. T. Guzman textbook director, Mrs. Hilma Clarke central administration secretary, Mrs. Martha S. Barrera CTE strategist, and Mrs. Norma
McKee early childhood director joined the ACE students and staff and the Ace director Mrs. Adelina G. Villarreal in drawing attention to the many ways after school programs support students
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From the Desk of Judith A. Solis, Attorney at Law Hello Readers… this week I am going to continue to discuss wills, powers of attorney, and guardianships. These are legal topics that we all tend to ignore but that are very important. I know that we tend to avoid these topics because it is uncomfortable, but it is inevitable. We should be prepared in case we have an extended illness or otherwise become incapacitated to make it less burdensome on our loved ones. We must also be prepared when a loved one becomes incapacitated because of illness or accident. Last week I touched on the subject of guardianship. Many people tend to confuse a power of attorney with a guardianship, but they are very different. A power of attorney can and/or a medical power of attorney can be prepared and executed at an attorney’s office. They do not come into use until a person is either absent temporarily or incapacitated due to illness or accident. They are kept for use with the persons and do not necessarily have to be filed with any court. A guardianship is very similar in that it gives a person named as agent or attorney powers to make decisions for another. However, it is designed to be permanent. Unlike a power of attorney, it must be filed with a court. It is a legal process. A person must file an application with the court. Then, all interested parties (i.e.
family members) must be served or notified. Then, an attorney ad litem must be appointed to look after the interests of the ward (the person for whom the guardianship is needed). A court must then have a hearing to determine if a guardianship should be granted. If granted, it must be filed with the records for the county. Finally, the guardian must complete his or her duties annually by filing an accounting of the ward’s estate with the Court. As always, please remember that if you have a legal situation or problem, it is BEST to consult in person with an attorney. This column is simply advice I give to help readers because they are commonly asked of me. Until next week…
South Texas College to Host 5th Annual Public Safety Expo November 28 Law Enforcement and Fire Science programs at South Texas College will be hosting its 5th Annual Public Safety and First Responders Expo on Tuesday Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at STC’s Business and Technology Campus located at 3700 W. Military Highway in McAllen. The expo is free and open to the public. The expo seeks to provide students and the general public with valuable information about the college’s public safety programs including fire science, law enforcement program, emergency medical technician (EMT) and criminal justice. “The purpose of the expo is to showcase to the community the public safety programs offered by South Texas College,” said Victor
CSP NOTICE Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. is requesting proposals on the following: Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP) # 18-09 Solid Waste Services 10:00 A.M. Proposal specifications and further information may be obtained from the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office at the address below or call 956-716-6810 or via email purchasing@rgccisd.org. Competitive Sealed Proposals must be received by the Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. Purchasing Office, 1 South Fort Ringgold, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582, Tuesday, December 5, 2017 and will be opened and read aloud at the abovementioned time. Rio Grande City C.I.S.D. reserves the right to refuse and reject any or all proposals and to waive any or all informalities or technicalities, or to accept the proposal considered the best and most advantageous to the school district. Joe D. Smedley Purchasing Agent
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Valdez, Public Safety Instructor at South Texas College. “We will have representatives from the police and fire academies, as well as the EMT and Criminal Justice Programs. It also allows the local law enforcement, fire department, and first responders to showcase their agencies in hopes of recruiting future candidates. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about the programs STC has to offer as well as meet your local police and fire departments, and EMS providers.” The expo will be comprised of informational booths sponsored by numerous federal, state, and local agencies including McAllen PD, Hidalgo Co. Constable’s Office Precinct 4, and U.S. Fish & Wildlife. “We are going to have police departments here doing some recruiting and showing what they
have, and some of the things they do, as well as how it is to become a police officer,” Valdez said. “Then, we are going to showcase the fact that STC has a law enforcement program that can help students get into a particular police agency. So it brings to the forefront the public service side of what we have here in this area as well as what the college has to offer to help people go into those particular fields.” 5th Annual Public Safety and First Responders Expo McAllen PD, Hidalgo Co. Constable’s Office, U.S. Parks and Wildlife in attendance. Various local, state, and federal agencies have been invited STC’s Business and Technology Campus located at 3700 W. Military Highway in McAllen. Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary 1st Six Weeks Honor Roll List
Ms. Marissa Saldivar Principal at John & Olive Hinojosa Elementary proudly announces the Honor Roll for the 1st Six Weeks. PRE-KINDER C. Delgado “A” Mario Amador, Luzma Arevalo, Alan Carmona, Jonathan Dominguez, Casey Mendoza, Mackayla Morin, Ayzel Oliveira, Dayanna Pacheco, Orlando Quiroz, Angel S. Ramirez, Devany Robles, Genesis Rojas, Arianna Saenz, Genesis Tellez, Mario Zarate R. Estrada “A” Liliana Campos, Ayren Contreras, Jayden Davila, Antholin Garza, Vanessa Garcia, Daleyza Garza, Hailey Garza, Evelyn Gonzalez, Shaiel Guerrero, Roberto Moreno, Luis Ornelas, David Pena, Santos Sanchez, Kendra Torres, Kelly Uresti, Aneily Villarreal A. Garcia “A” Lisbeth Alaffa, Juan A. Barrera, Destiny D. Diaz, Berenice A. Galvan, Alberto Garcia, Arleny Garcia, Victoria A. Maraboto, Sophia Martinez, Devonie N. Palacios, Dylan G. Parra, Jesus A. Ramos, Ian J. Rios, Cirilo N. Ramirez, Jr. Chanel A. Rodriguez, Dayana M. Rodriguez,
Devin Salinas, Omar E. Trevino KINDER M. Cruz “A” Angel Cervantes, Emilio Garcia, Aneira Mendoza, Maybelyn Muralles, Elias Valadez “A&B” Danna Amador, Dasha Cabello, Erwin Contreras A. Guerrero “A” Julio Arevalo, Lukas Barrera, Alexis De Anda, Angela Flores, Mya Gonzalez, Kayla Ibarra, Alejandro Lopez, Kendron Rios, Jose David Sandoval “A&B” Xavier Diaz, Oscar Garcia, Ximena Rodriguez G. Sandoval “A” Lennae Garrido, Felix Garza, Braeden Gonzalez, Yaritzel Gonzalez, Alejandro Ibarra, Dayanara Lopez, Mario Lozano, Criselda Medina, Esmeralda Medina, Christopher Medina, Vianey Navarro, Issac Salinas, Ray Silva, Ashely Trevino “A&B” Aubrie de Rueda, Isaac Rivas C. Trevino “A” Layssa Aleman, Santiago Canales, Jairo Martinez, Mia Perez, Cesar Rodriguez
“A&B” Jesus Galaviz, Amy Lopez, Gloria Herrera, John Anthony Pena FIRST GRADE N. Alvarado “A” Mariane Alanis, Nathan Avila, Jason De Anda, Elizabeth Flores, Kevin Garza, Sebastian Garza, Regina Molina, Samira Monroy, Diego Vasquez “A&B” Victoria Cardenas, Mario Izaguirre, Jamie Rivas, Maria Sanchez, Audrina Vasquez C. Chapa “A” Eduardo Alaffa, Edgardo Cantu, Sofia Espiricueta, Maileny Garza, Kaylee Garza, Shalomi Guerrero “A&B” Emanuel Abundiz, Angel Candelas, David Flores Jr., Ediel Gonzalez, Amanda Martinez, Jay Oyervides, Kathia Rivera, Brithany Salazar, Jesus Vasquez I. Juarez “A” Michelle Arevalo, Victor Ayala, Yaritza Flores, Krystal Gonzalez, Ricardo Martinez, Mario Pena “A&B” Jesus Adame, Vianey Hernandez, Moises Olivarez, Angelo Rojas
V. Salinas “A” Sebastian Arce, Evelyn Garza, Enrique Gazca “A&B” Roberto Garcia, Dilany Garza, Edgar Garza, Juan Gaytan, Eduardo Lopez Second Grade B. Chapa “A” Lynette Carrillo, Johana Cortez, Rosselyn Garcia, Zoe Guerrero, Jesus Martinez, Evangeline Rodriguez “A&B” Luis Alaffa, Alexzander Arenas, Sarah Barrera, Ethan Delgado, Izcalli Guajardo, Jarely Hinojosa, Dylan Sanchez, Brandon Lozano, Deynna Palacios, Arianna Rios, Herbey Rodriguez I. Rodriguez “A&B” Stephanie Aleman, Francisco Amador, Idalmi De La Garza, Jennifer Garcia, Isaac Hernandez, Donato Medina, Aaron Olivarez, Melany Resendez, David Rodriguez, Avisai Vasquez
I. Sanchez “A&B” Bayron Arellano THIRD GRADE S. Garcia “A&B” Violeta Aranda, Jose Lopez, Brianna Ramon J. Silva “A&B” Debanhi Martinez, Diego Mata, Roberto Sosa L. Solis “A” Samantha Monroy, Arlette Pena, Yaretzi Rivera “A&B” Joseph Avila, Miley Barrera, Briseidy Garcia, Ezequiel Garcia, Heaven Garcia, Roberto Garza, Briseilany Gomez, Brandon Gonzalez, Camila Martinez, Melanie Moreno, Kimberly Olivares, Brandon Rojas, Mario Silva, Natalie Trevino, Jordan Vasquez, Leonardo Zurita FOURTH GRADE L. Gonzalez “A&B” Mya Trigo
Ailanthus webworm moths attract attention imported to the U. S. by nurseries, became popular and is now widely distributed. The tree of heaven is also quite invasive and thus spreading and the moth larvae, apparently, have adapted a taste for it and several additional plants. Thus, having found alternatives for their original host plants, they’re now found nation wide. Unlike most moths, the adults are diurnal, active during the day.
Many people notice this insect when it visits garden flowers but don’t know what it is. The bright orange wings with 4 bands of pale yellow dots, edged in black, attract attention but the shape is confusing. When it’s feeding on flowers it looks like some type of bug or beetle. When it takes flight it resembles a wasp. It’s neither; it’s a moth! Ailanthus webworm moths are native to Florida where their caterpillars feasted on paradise trees. Recently, a tree native to China, called tree of heaven, was
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And, being colorful, we see them. There slim shape results from rolling their wings close to their body and not spreading them flat like most moths. The caterpillars pull some leaves together and secret a webbing to build little nests within which they proceed to munch on the leaves and bark. A life cycle takes a mere four weeks and thus there are many generations in a summer and a colony may contain multiple metamorphic stages. The larvae may very occasionally be pests in nurseries but the adults are pollinators and attractive. Let’s enjoy seeing them.
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