OCTOBER 11, 2023

STARR VISION CASTAÑEDA CENTER

487-2440

300 East Main St. R.G.C.

Dr. Angie Ramirez Therapeutic Optometrist

Auto Insurance & Bail Bonds

488-0808 487-7000 280 W. 2nd St. R.G.C.

The Law Office Of

J.M. “Chema” Garza Vol. 38, No. 41 WEEKLY WEDNESDAY • OCTOBER 11, 2023 Office (956) 487-6544 - Fax (956) 487-6165 - E-Mail: sctc78582@aol.com - www.starrcountytowncrier.com

Criminal Cases (Federal/State) Car Accidents/ 18 Wheeler Divorces • Real Estate/Deeds

956-317-1167 206 N. Britton Ave. Ste.B, R.G.C. jmchemagarza@gmail.com

487-2596 VMS Volleyball 8th Grade B Team brings Veterans Middle School won the 4350 E. US HWY 83 R.G.C.

home District Championship Title for 2023 Cross Country District Championship

Installment Loans 311 E Main St Rio Grande City TX 78582-4448

Phone (956) 487-3925

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to the Veterans Middle School 8th Grade B Volleyball team for taking the victory against Zapata Middle School and for bringing home the DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE for 2023!!!! The girls showed determination to achieve this goal and they did just that! Way to go Lady Rattlers! Your coach Miss Sabrina Hernandez is beyond proud of you all for all the hard work that you put into this season!!

RGC Rattler Basketball Varsity Boys Won 2nd Place Veterans Middle School Cross Country Teams competed on September 30, 2023 at a home district competition. Both 7th Grade at the Halloween Hoops Basketball Tournament boys and girls team won the district championship!

2023 Infinity International Medallion Recipient

Dr. Raymond Cruz Best FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Dental Insurance, Medicaid and Chip Accepted

487-2999 419 East 2nd St. Rio Grande City, Tx.

A l e x S a r a b i a received the 2023 “Infinity International Medallion for Philanthropy” during a ceremony in Hidalgo, Texas on Congratulations to the Rio Grande City Rattler Basketball Varsity boys for finishing in 2nd place at the T h u r s d a y , Halloween Hoops Basketball Tournament in Edinburg on Saturday, October 7th. Went 2-1. Great work!!! September 14, 2023. Alex, along Also Congratulations to RGC JV boys for winning the Consolation game. Going 2-1 for the day as well. with a few other distinguished and influential citizens of the Rio Always play till the end!!!

Grande Valley, were recognized and honored by Paul Villarreal Jr., PCC, Hidalgo County Tax Assessor-Collector.

Alex Sarabia was chosen as a recipient of this prestigious award because of his top academic honors of graduating as 2006 Roma High School Valedictorian and UTPA (now UTRGV) 2009 Top Graduate (4.0 GPA), as well as for his exceptional work as a psychology college professor and licensed professional counselor— making a positive difference in the lives of thousands of students and patients/clients respectively—and

• Individual • Partnership • Corporations • LLC’s • Bookkeeping • Payroll • Financial Statements • Form 2290 • IRS Audit Representation

Mario A. Méndez, EA Licensed to practice before the IRS (Internal Revenue Service)

(NEW LOCATION)

201 S. San Antonio. St. Rio Grande City, TX (956)

317-1124

accumulating accolades as STC psychology faculty along the way.

For the past 12 years, Alex has volunteered in countless career days in Roma ISD and Rio Grande City Grulla ISD and as host/judge in numerous community events, in addition to other community service projects along with his Starr Psych Club students. Alex also informs the public about psychology related topics and mental health with the many television and radio interviews he has been invited to for over a decade.

In addition, his philanthropy is demonstrated as host and producer of his YouTube show RGV Stars, where he interviews and recognizes influential and successful residents of the Rio Grande Valley to inspire the viewers, as well as with his co-advisement of the Starr County Campus Psychology Club which has been actively involved in the Starr County Community during the last 15 years, serving others and helping shape the future leaders of the county. Alex Sarabia is the first Infinity International Medal recipient from Starr County, as the others are from Hidalgo County!

CHUY Alvarez ATTORNEY AT LAW

J.M. “Chuy” Alvarez

501 N. Britton Ave • Rio Grande City, Texas

956-487-4871 Cell: 956-208-0282 NOT CERTIFIED BY THE TEXAS BOARD OF LEGAL SPECIALIZATION

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Community Coming Together to host the H-E-B 2023 Feast of Sharing Event at Rio Grande City

1st Anniversary Mass In Loving Memory of

Hermila “Mia” T. Recio December 14, 1921 † October 15, 2022

It’s been a year since you were called home by our Lord and yet it seems like yesterday. The Lord gave us the strength to go forth even though we were going through the darkest time of our lives without you. We thank God for all the wonderful heartfelt memories which we will cherish forever.

We know that you’re in heaven now with God, watching over us.

Members of RGCGISD met with HEB officials to discuss the upcoming Feast of Sharing. The event will be: Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Location: Ringgold Elementary Cafeteria.

For volunteer opportunities, please email joserojas@ibc.com. Let’s make this holiday season a time of warmth, togetherness, and generosity. See you there!

A �irst anniversary mass will be celebrated on Sunday, October 15, 2023 Immaculate Conception Church Rio Grande City at 11:00 A.M.

Public Rosary Rally for 2023

2,900 FULLWITH FUNERAL SERVICE SILVER $

The Recio ~ Treviño Family

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Sanchez CALL JEFF OR SONATA Sanchez Funeral Home

301 E. 2nd. St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 78582

SANCHEZ

Memorial Funeral Home 101 AR Sanchez Sr. Dr.

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

Prayer to St. Pio of Pietrelcina

Most blessed and beloved Saint Pio, you were chosen to glorify the crucified Jesus through the visible wounds of the Cross that you bore for 50 years. And like our Lord Jesus, you demonstrate your love by sharing the many gifts bestowed upon you – especially the gift of intercession.

Because of your great friendship with the Lord, He responds to your requests and blesses those you bless.

I now add my prayer to the many prayers offered to you every day by those who seek your help to obtain healings and consolations, earthly and spiritual blessings, and peace for body, mind and soul.

In your loving kindness, please bless my loved ones, and me, and intercede for this special request... (Here mention your petition) In your great love, Saint Pio, please continue to pray with us and for us.

The Knights of Columbus of Council #2597 and Good News Catholic Radio 99.9 LP-FM invite everyone to the Public Rosary Rally taking place at the Kiosk at 12 noon on Saturday October 14th. Gathering will begin at 11 A.M. at the Grotto, and the procession walk towards the Kiosk will start at 11:40 A.M.

ORACIÓN DE LA VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE

Oh, Virgen de Guadalupe sin mancha, modelo perfecta de esposa y madre, imploro tu socorro en todas mis necesidades y las de mi familia, rogando la protección de tu corazón maternal, a mis pobres hijos cuídalos y forma humildad en sus corazones.

Oh, María de Guadalupe, ruego tu intersección, concédanos la alegría de estar juntos en el cielo contemplando la gloria de Dios, alabando y bendiciéndolo por toda la eternidad. Amen.

(Haga su petición.)

S. G.

I.C. – L.C.

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AWARENESS MONTH

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Governor Abbott Announces Over $11 Million LEGAL NOTICE In Career Training Grants Across Texas Application has been made On September 20, 2023, Governor Greg Abbott announced 42 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling over $11 million have been awarded by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to public junior, state, and technical colleges, school districts, and open-enrollment charter schools across the state. These grants will be used to purchase equipment necessary to establish or expand career and technical education programs that offer Texas students the opportunity to earn a license, certificate, or post-secondary degree for goodpaying, high-demand careers.

Within the first year, the new equipment will be used to initially train more than 8,300 students.

RGCGISD is one of the Texas school districts to receive the JET grant: a $221,713 grant to help train 130 students as welders.

“Businesses and companies continue to flock to Texas and choose to expand operations here because we have the most diverse, skilled workforce in America,” said Governor Abbott.

“Through these JET grants, Texas is supporting career and technical training programs for young Texans to become competitive in high-demand industries and meet the needs of our growing state. I thank the Texas Workforce Commission for their ongoing partnerships with schools across our state as we help prepare Texas students for the economy of the Texas of tomorrow.”

“The growing Texas economy has created a greater demand for workers in a range of jobs,” said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel.

“Through the JET grant program, TWC and our partners provide modern equipment to help train the future Texas workforce for these valuable career opportunities.”

Through funding provided by the Texas Legislature each biennium, TWC uses JET grants to defray start-up costs to develop career and technical education programs for public community, state and technical colleges, school districts, and charter schools.

Equipment funded through JET grants must be used to train students for jobs in highdemand occupations.

with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND M A LT B E V E R A G E R E TA I L E R ’ S O N PREMISE PERMIT (BG) by: EBD LLC, dba HILLSIDE GROCERY STORE to be located at 6924 E. US HWY 83, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR C O U N T Y, T E X A S .

Member Managed JESUS GARZA.

ANNOUNCES A PUBLIC HEARING Date: November 27, 2023 Time: 3:00p.m.

Place: 469 Canales Circle Roma TX, 78584 The purpose of the hearing is to obtain input from the city residents in reference to the Annual Plan Submission to be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for fiscal year 2024. Total funds being allocated for this year are estimates as $ 149,172.00 for Operating Funds and $ 183,510.00 for Capital Funds.

All for review from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. prior to public hearing at the address below.

Persons can also submit written comments prior to public hearing to: Housing Authority of the City of Roma 469 Canales Circle Roma, TX 78584 For further information, please call Zulma Piceno, Executive Director at (956)849-1159.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 23-24-1020

Description Equipment Rental Services

Date Due October 26, 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

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Grulla High School SENIOR Gators visit the University Pursuant to the provisions contained in ARTICLE V, Section Five (5) of the Texas of Texas San Antonio & the Texas State University Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, we are serving notice to the owners and/or lien holders PUBLIC NOTICE

that the below described motor vehicle, has been taken into custody by Ochoa’s Wrecker Service, and will be sold. Failure of an owner or lien holder to claim vehicles within thirty (30) 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 Ochoa at 956-488-9789, 112 Old Military Rd., Garciasville, TX 78547 for information concerning vehicles.

2015 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER RED VIN# 5TDDKRFHXFS186505 2010 DODGE CARAVAN BLACK VIN# 2C4RDGCGXCR224271 2012 KIA RIO RED VIN# KNADM5A38C6015517 1999 VOLKSWAGON RED VIN# 3VWS1A1B4XM518273

On September 27, 35 Grulla High School SENIOR Gators were up bright and early at 2:30 AM for campus tours at University of Texas San Antonio & Texas State University!

Students successfully completed FSA IDs, applied to college(s), and submitted for BIG FUTURE scholarship opportunities for their trip requirements!

Interested in joining the next Campus Tour to the University of

Houston on October 12? Visit Mrs. R. Salinas at F101 and/or Mr. S. Dougherty/Dr. C. Marroquin in F103 for all the details. Let’s keep the journey going!

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Call (956) 370-0070 to make an appointment or for more information.

10 Mayorga Rd. RGC, TX 78582

1503 N Garcia St. Roma, TX 78582

701 N Avasolo St. RGC, TX 78582

605 S 10th St. McAllen, TX 78501

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SE RENTA APARTAMENTO

3 Recamaras (Planta Alta) A/C. 250 HUISACHE ST., RGC (EN LOS TREVIÑOS) Para mas información llame a:

956-435-4123

APARTMENTS FOR RENT 2 bdrm., 1 bath 294 VENUS ST., RIO GRANDE CITY

For more info. call Alaniz Apartments

956-735-1537

LEGAL NOTICE

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 Lobo 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 Humberto Lucio at 956-487-3384, 5879 E. Hwy. 83, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 for information concerning vehicle.

SE SOLICITA Persona para limpieza de funeraria. Para mas información llamar al

956-487-2544

2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SILVER LP’s: A80TPA5 TAMAULIPAS, MEXICO VIN# 1J4HS58N25C580345

Notice is hereby given in accordance with the terms of the provisions of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code THAT Rio Grande Valley Store, LLC. d/b/a Tejano Mart #327 HAS FILED APPLICATION FOR A: Wine Only Package Store Permit SAID BUSINESS TO BE CONDUCTED AT: 5270 E US Highway 83, Rio Grande City, Starr County, TX 78582 OWNER:

Kanwal Sayani, Managing Member Shahzad Ali, Managing Member Rukshana Nasar, Managing Member Naeem Muhammad, Managing Member

DEER LEASE SE SOLICITA PARA TRABAJAR EN CASA

NOW HIRING HANDYMAN

Mantinance Para mantenimiento (Handyman) preferible Work (Painting, Plumbing, con experiencia Para mas información Carpentry, Tile) etc.

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Grulla Middle School cheerleaders wore pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

RGC Class of 1979 Reunion

Grulla Middle School cheerleaders welcomed the month of October in honor of breast cancer awareness. Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year, aims to promote screening and prevention of the disease, which affects one in eight women in the United States every year and 2.3 million women worldwide. Known best for its pink theme color.

The RGC Class of 1979 will be celebrating their 45th Class Reunion on Friday, Oct. 20th and Saturday Oct. 21st, 2023.

For more information, please contact Laura C. Ramirez at (956)735-1264.

People across the Valley come home to Rio Motor Company!

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¿Necesitas ayuda de PROVIDER en tu casa, o conoces a alguien que necesita PROVIDER? Pero, tienen miedo a pedir por temor de perder su propiedad. Sabias que existen cosas a su favor para que eso no suceda.

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Your local source for Medicare.

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

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EDUCACION Y PROMOCION DE LA SALUD

Sabado, 21 de Octubre 2023 9:00AM-12:00PM "La Victoria Community Center" 532 Gabriela St Rio Grande City, TX GRATIS Examenes médicos Actividades familiares, Concurso de disfraces, Musica, Tacos de fajita de pollo,Loteria,y mucho mas!

Programa del Centro de Educación para la Salud del Área (AHEC) patrocinado por UT Health RGV, la Administración de Recursos y Servicios de Salud (HRSA) con el apoyo del Condado de Starr, Precinto 3, Commissioner Eloy Garza

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

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