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Hermes Music Main Stage10 am - 11 am – Weslaco HS Mariachi Pantera11:30 am - 1 pm – Carlos Canas1:30 pm - 2:30 pm – Mario Aleman3 pm - 4 pm – Gabriela Ariana4:30 pm - 5:30 pm – Madelyn Victoria6 pm - 6:30 pm – Texas Dezire6:30 pm - 7:30 pm – Bo Garza8 pm - 9 pm – Johnny Rodriguez9:30 pm - 10:30 pm – Grupo Control

Frost Cool Spot Stage11 am - 12 pm – Donna’s Line Dancing12 pm - 2 pm – Onion Eating Contest2:30 pm - 3 pm – Danzantes del Valle3:30 pm - 4:30 pm – Isaiah & Natalie Charles

HEB Charro Arena1:30 pm - 2:30 pm – Rancho Caballo de Pura Raza Azteca3:30 pm - 4:30 pm – Rancho Caballo de Pura Raza Azteca

AEP Texas Culinary Stage10: 30 am - 11:30 am – Chef Steve, HEB Cooking Connection11:45 am - 12:45 pm – Lamar Jones, Creator of Jank BBQ Sauce12:45 pm - 1:30 pm – Lowe’s Demonstration1:30 pm - 2:30 pm – Chef Emma & TSTC Culinary Art Students2:45 pm - 3:45 pm – Chef Adrian Cruz, The Quarter New Orleans Kitchen and Tap Room3:45 pm - 4:30 pm – Lowe’s Demonstration5 pm - 6 pm – Onion and Salsa Recipe Contests

Mayor Pablo G. Peña City Park, 300 N. Airport, Weslaco – Adult $6, Child $4

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1st United Methodist Church

Pastor William C. Davis, 797-1393

331 S. Main St., La Feria, Sunday School 10am,

Traditional Worship Service 9am, Contemporary Service 11am,

UM Youth 5pm

International Worship Center

Bishop Ronaldo Ortiz 956-797-1204

116 W. Seventh St., La FeriaServices Sunday (English) 9:30am

Domingo (Espanol) 11am, Miercoles 7pm

Interdenominational Worship Extreme Youth Sat. 6 pm

First Baptist Church of Santa RosaPastor Harold Parker

956-636-1603 118 Jesus R. Cruz, Santa Rosa

Sunday Services 9:30am Bible Study, 10:30am Morning

Worship, 7pm Wednesday Evening

Worship.

Apostolic Faith Tabernacle

Pastor Ramon Zarate 357-6384

621 South Main, La Feria Sunday School 10am

Sunday Worship 4pm, Wed. Evening 7:30pm.

All services are bilingual.

Iglesia Oracion en Su Presencia

Missionary Church,Inc.

Pastors Frank & Janie Gonzalez 797-0044 4th Street, La Feria,TX

Sunday 10am & 6pm, Monday 7 pm Prayer Service,

Wednesday 7 pm, Friday 7 pm.

Church of ChristMinister Gene Head

797-9890912 N. Parker Rd., La Feria,

Wednesday 6:30 pm Bible Study, Sunday 9:30am Bible Study,

10:30am Service, 5pm Evening Service Los Domingos: 12:00

Medio Dia y 7:00pm Los Jueves: 7:00 pm Estudio De Biblia

Faith Church of Christian & Mission-ary Alliance Church

Pastor Oscar Loredo 797-1739

125 W. First St., La Feria,Tx Bilingual Ministry Sunday 10am Sunday School, 11am Worship, Wednesday 7 pm Bible Study,

Friday 7 pm Prayer.

Santa Rosa United Methodist Church

408 Main Street (Hwy. 107/506)Santa Rosa, across from High

School Sunday Coffee and Fellowship 9:30 AM Worship10

AM (Communion fi rst Sunday)Wednesday Prayer Service

9:00 AMPastor: Carole Lahti

(956) 279-3407

Casa de Esperanza Apos-

tolic Church416 W. Spruce La Feria

965-639-4301 Bilingual Services Sunday at 1:00pm

Daniel Martinez - Pastor

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

FR. Edouard Atangana, 956-636-1211

101 San Antonio Ave., Santa Rosa Saturday Mass 5pm Bilingual, Sunday Mass 8am Spanish,

10am English.

First Baptist Church of La Feria

Matt Cason, Senior Pastor797-1214

Main St. & Magnolia, La Feria Wednesday 6:30pm Youth Bible

Study & Mission Friends, 7 pm Eve-ning Bible Study & Prayer Service,

Sunday 9:45am Sunday School, 11am Morning Worship Service, 6

pm Evening Worship Service.

St. Albans Episcopal Church

Reverend Scott Brown 956-428-2305,

1417 E. Austin, Harlingen,TX Holy Communion 8am, Sunday

School 9:15, Holy Eucharist 10:30am.

Hope in the Word Church

Pastors Jose & Bertha Belmares797-3621,

28354 S. Bixby Rd., La FeriaServices Friday 6pm, Sunday

10am. All services are Bilingual, English & Spanish.

Primera IglesiaBautista956-797-1740

519 N. Main, La Feria Bilingual Services: Sunday

9:45am Sunday School, 10:45am Worship Service, 5:00pm WMU,

6:00 pm Evening Worship Service,

Iglesia Generacion En Conquista

Pastor Samuel y Magda Cer-vantes, Phone (956) 536-2215 2803 W. Exp. 83 Suite A. La

Feria Sunday Service 10am Bible Study, 11am Worship Service,

7pm Wednesday Family Service.

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

Fr. Rodolfo Franco797-2666, offi ce: 502 S. Canal

church: 500 South Canal St., La Feria, Saturday Mass 5:30pm,

Sunday Mass 8am Spanish, 10am English, 12pm Bilingual.

Christ In Our Midst Missionary ChurchPastor: Rev. Daniel Carrizalez

956-742-6311 1 mile N. of FM 506, La Feria Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.,

Sunday Worship - 11:00 a.m., Wednesday Service - 7:00 p.m.,

Monday Prayer - 7:00 p.m.

New HopePresbyterian Church

Richard J. Hartsfi eld, Pastor208 West Central Ave, La Feria,TX, 423-0348 Sunday Services 10 amCommunion 1st Sunday

Cowboy Church11235 Swift Ln. Santa Rosa, Tex.

Service at 11:00am Sunday6:30pm pm Monday

956-975-6144 www.westernoutreach.org

St. Paul Lutheran Church

Pastor Nathan WendorfSundays 8:00AM (Traditional)

HC fi rst, third & fi fth10:30AM (Contemporary)HC second, fourth & fi fth

(956) 423-3924602 Morgan Blvd.

Harlingen, TX 78550church@saintpaulharlingen.

com

Templo GetsemaniPastor Julio y Claudia Mendoza

Phone (956) 589-501611418 Fifth St. La Feria

Servicios: Tuesday & Thursday 7pm

Friday Pray at 7pm Sunday Bible Study at 10am

& 6pm

The Country VetJohn G. Montalbano, DVMA Large & Small Animal Practice

Licensed Veterinarian

Harlingen, Tx 78552956.423.BARK(2275)

[email protected]

We would like to invite you to come in for your allergy test here with us. We want to extend our services to our community. Allergies are responsible for so many ailments and we can help you get rid of some of them. Finding out what you are allergic to would be the first thing and then getting treatment to help you get rid of them would be the goal. Get rid of your runny nose, congestion,itchy watery eyes, rash and for some even your asthma. By getting rid of these , you may even get rid of some muscle soreness, stomach problems, breathing problems, headaches, weakness, sleepiness, tiredness,or other problems that you may not even be aware are caused by allergies. At the same time you get rid of some of your medications that have serious side effects. Come in and let us help you with your allergies and other problems you may have.

The Neighborhood DoctorDr. Mario A. Sanchez, D.O.

106 N. Main St.La Feria, TX 78559p. (956) 797-2002f. (956) 797-3361







When local governments want to increase tax revenues, they are required to publish notices in the newspaper so that you will know. But that right to know could disappear.

Local governmental entities across the state want to hide their public notices on little seen, rarely visited government websites.

What you don’t know will affect you personally!

If it is not in the newspaper, you won’t know about it.

YOUR PROPERTY TAXES JUST WENT UP.OR HADN’T YOU HEARD?

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Cameron County, Texas and Incorporated Areas

The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within the Cities of Brownsville, Harlingen, La Feria, Los Fresnos, Los Indios, Port Isabel, Rio Hondo, San Benito, Santa Rosa and South Padre Island; the Towns of Bayview, Combes, Indian Lake, Laguna Vista, Rancho Viejo and Rangerville; and the unincorporated areas of Cameron County. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for the aforementioned communities. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. This appeal period will commence on the second publication date of this notice scheduled on or about March 31, 2016. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

Although no changes have occurred in the flood hazard information for City of Palm Valley and the Town of Primera, a 90-day comment period is being provided to these communities to allow for comments and concerns found within the new/updated FIRM panels and FIS report released on June 4, 2015. This comment period will commence on the second publication date of this notice scheduled on or about March 31, 2016.

The Preliminary FIRM and FIS report have been mailed to the local Floodplain Administrators. In addition, FEMA has posted digital copies of these FIRM and FIS report materials to the following Website: http://www.fema.gov/preliminaryfloodhazarddata.

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Districto Escolar de La Feria ofreceráPrograma preescolar de cota mínima

La Mesa Directiva del Districto Escolar de La Feria aprobó el programa pre escolar de cuota limitada parael año escolar 2016 2017. El programa estará disponible a costo mínimo a los empleados del distrito y alos miembros de la comunidad. Los padres de familia con niños/as que cumplan cuatro años de edadantes del 1 de septiembre y no califiquen para el programa pre escolar regular, podrán llenar unasolicitud para matriculación en la oficina de administración.

Programa de Matricula mínima de niños pre escolares.

1. El requerimiento para ser elegible es que el padre o madre del niño/a deberá ser empleado deldistrito escolar o residente de La Feria y no califiquen para el programa preescolar regular.

2. Los niños recibirán instrucción de una maestra certificada.

3. El programa será de acuerdo con el calendario 2016 2017 del distrito escolar de La Feria, yempezara a las 7:55 a.m. y terminara a las 3:25 p.m.

4. El distrito les dará el almuerzo y comida estándar sin costo adicional.

5. Habrá transportación disponible.

6. Los padres deberán llenar una carta de interés en la oficina administración entre 7:30a.m. a las 4:30 p.m. empezando el 18 de abril. Los primeros DIEZ estudiantes de cadaescuela elemental que se inscriban serán aceptado en este programa para el añoescolar 2016 2017. Toda aquella inscripción después de los primeros diez será puestaen una lista de espera según su orden de matriculación. Todos los estudiantesaceptados al programa serán notificado en mayo 2016.

7. El costo de la matriculación del programa pre escolar será de $635.00 anual.

8. Los pagos serán divididos en 10 meses. Se les requeriría a los padres que firmen undocumento donde están de acuerdo en continuar los pagos aun si deciden sacar al niñodel programa.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, favor de ponerse en contacto con Maggie Cantu en oficina de administraciónal (956) 797 8308.

La Feria ISD to offerTuition supported Pre Kindergarten 4 Year Old

ProgramFor the 2016 2017 school year, the La Feria ISD Board of Trustees has approved offering a limitedTuition supported Pre kindergarten Program for La Feria ISD employees and community members.Children who are four year old on or before September 1st and who do not qualify for the current Prekindergarten program provided for qualifying students are eligible to apply for the Tuition supportedPre kindergarten Program at La Feria ISD.

Tuition Supported Pre Kindergarten Program

1. The eligibility requirement is that the child’s parents or legal guardian is a staff member of LaFeria ISD or a resident of La Feria and does not meet the eligibility requirements to attend thetuition free program.

2. Children will be taught by a certified teacher.

3. The program will follow the La Feria ISD 2016 2017 school calendar and will be a full day,beginning at 7:55 a.m. and ending at 3:25 p.m.

4. LFISD will provide the standard tray breakfast and lunch at no additional cost.

5. Transportation will be provided for children.

6. Parents must complete a form at the Business Office starting April 18, 2016 from 7:30 a.m. –4:30 p.m. The first TEN students that register for each of the 3 PK 4 campuses will be acceptedinto the program for the 2016 2017 school year. Any additional students that register will beplaced on a waiting list in the order that they register. Students that are accepted into theprogram will be notified in May 2016.

7. The tuition for the Pre Kindergarten Program will be $635.00 per child per year.

8. Payments will be made over a 10 month period. Parents are required to sign a statement ofresponsibility agreeing to pay the full year’s tuition even if the child withdraws from theprogram.

If you have any questions, please contact Maggie Cantu at the business office (956) 797 8308.

Employment Opportunity

Water/Wastewater Plant Operator

The City of La Feria is seeking a qualified water/wastewater treatmentplant operator. The position requires a TCEQ Class “C” Surface Waterand Wastewater Treatment license or the ability to acquire such license.Additional requirements include a high school diploma or GED, validTexas Driver License, and the ability to work a flexible schedule. This isa full time hourly paid position. Applications are available at La FeriaCity Hall and online athttp://www.cityoflaferia.com/departments/human resources. Foradditional information, call City Hall at 956 797 2261. The City of LaFeria is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer and does notdiscriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ordisability. Position will be open until filled. Completed applicationsshould be submitted to Human Resource Director at La Feria City Halllocated at 115 E. Commercial Avenue, Monday Friday between 8:00AM 4:30 PM.










CITY OF LA FERIA ADVERTISEMENT AND INVITATION TO BID Sanitary Sewer System Improvements

The City of La Feria will receive Competitive Sealed Bids for Unit D “Sanitary Sewer Improvements for West Colonias Phase II” at City Hall located at 115 E. Commercial Ave., La Feria, TX 78559 until 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 14, 2016.

Summary of Work: The proposed project involves construction and installation of approximately 16,600 linear feet of SDR 35 / SDR 26 pipe for sanitary sewer collection ranging in size from 6" to 18" diameter. The project also requires construction of a lift station with 10’ diameter FRP monolithic wet-well, factory made duplex 4” horizontal self-prime pumps with skid and factory made control panel, 125 kw generator, odor control unit, and building enclosure all as specified in the plans and specifications. Bidders must be well acquainted with the rules and regulations established by the 30th TAC Chapter 217 and must be able to demonstrate past experience with construction of sanitary sewer collection facilities.

Bid/Contract Documents may be examined and/or obtained at the office of Sigler, Winston, Greenwood & Associates (SWG Engineering LLC) 611 Bill Summers Intl., Blvd., Weslaco, TX 78596. Copies may be obtained by depositing one hundred Dollars ($100.00) in cash, bank or certified check payable to the Engineer for each set of the Bid/Contract Documents. The deposit is refunded to each document holder of record who returns a complete set of Bidding Documents in good condition within 30 days following the Bid opening. Bidder must be registered as a “plan holder” with SWG to ensure receipt of any addenda issued. Each bid shall be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing the name of the Project in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders and shall be accompanied by a Bid Bond issued by an acceptable surety. A certified check or bank draft payable to the City of La Feria may be submitted in lieu of the Bid Bond. Bidders may not withdraw their bid for a period of sixty days (60), excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays after the actual date shown above for the receipt of the bid. The Bidding firm must be able to furnish a 100 percent Performance Bond, a 100 percent Payment Bond, and Warranty Bond from a U.S. Treasury certified surety company acceptable to the Owner with the signed Contract.

Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend a Pre-Bid meeting to be held at La Feria City Hall, 115 E. Commercial Avenue, La Feria, Texas on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 2:00 PM.

Any contract awarded through this bid notice is funded with assistance from the TWDB and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Neither the State of Texas, EPA, nor any of its departments, agencies, or employees, are or will be a party to this Invitation for Bids or any resulting contract. This contract will be subject to all TWDB applicable Federal and State laws and regulations and contingent upon release of funds by TWDB.

The TWDB Clean Water State Revolving Fund program receives federal funds from EPA. As a condition of federal grant awards, EPA regulations require that loan recipients make a "good faith effort" to award a fair share of work to DBE's who are Minority Business Enterprises (MBE's), and Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBE's) whenever procuring construction, supplies, services and equipment.

EPA’s policy requires that applicants and prime contractors make a good faith effort to award a fair share of contracts, subcontracts, and procurements to MBE and WBE owned firms. Although EPA’s policy does not mandate that the fair share goals be achieved, it does require

applicants and prime contractors to demonstrate use of the six affirmative steps. Note MBE/WBE contract percentages for the following: Construction 12.94%/8.72%; Supplies 9.68%/9.34%; Equipment 7.12%/5.39%; and Services 10.84%/5.72%.

Attention is called to the fact that not less than the prevailing wage rate as issued by the U.S. Department of Labor and contained in the contract documents must be paid in compliance with Davis Bacon and related Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. Bidders will be required to comply with the Department of Labor regulations 41 CFR Part 60-2 Affirmative Action Programs which include the President's Executive Order No. 11246 as amended by Executive Order 11375.

The Contract will be awarded based on the lowest Bid received from the lowest responsive, responsible, qualified bidder who submitted a complete Bid including all requested information as well as the written and verbal response from the information section of the specification, on or before the time and date, and at the place stated in the Invitation for Bid. The term “lowest responsive, responsible, qualified bidder” as used herein shall mean the firm whose quotation is the lowest of those firms, possessing the skill, ability, and integrity necessary to the faithful performance of work and who provides the equipment specified or its exact equivalent to obtain the desired results stated in the specifications.

The Owner reserves the right to waive any formalities or to reject any or all Bids if deemed to be in its best interest.