If you’ve ever questioned where all the shrimp caught by Palacios shrimp-ers goes, I think we found the answer at last Thursday’s Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting, dur-ing which Gina Pena was the featured speaker.

Back in 1998, Gina (Garcia) Pena’s brother Kenneth asked her if she wanted to sell shrimp. Stating that she wasn’t sure she knew how, but agreeing to try, Kenneth told her, “All you have to do is tell them it’s the best shrimp in the world.” Gina stated, “The most impor-tant thing I’ve learned is that we capital-

ize on what we have, and here in Pala-cios we have a tremendous gold mine.”

Now, from the Philly Seafood corpo-rate office in Sugarland, Gina sells mil-lions of pounds of Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast harvested shrimp annually. Selling not only shrimp caught by local shrimpers, she said, “I buy from Browns-ville to Louisiana.” The company, which Gina co-owns with her father Edward and her brothers Kenneth and Anthony, also does the sales and marketing for Bowers Seafood. Bowers’ farm-raised shrimp comprises 2.3 million of the 4 million pounds raised and sold annually in the United States, “the largest shrimp farmer in the country, by far.”

While producers around the world sell

the same species of farm-raised shrimp, Ms. Pena stated, “The chemicals that they can use overseas, we can’t use domestically. It’s (domestic shrimp) a more wholesome product.”

Selling a combination of wild-caught and farm-raised shrimp that totals six million pounds annually, it appears that Gina Pena has, indeed, learned how to sell “the best shrimp in the world.”

Business of the MonthSally Kurtz presented the ‘Business

of the Month’ to The Hub. Executive Director Cassandra Austin stated, “At The Hub we focus on helping people help themselves.” Ms. Austin also an-nounced the move to the former PCMC

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The Palacios Communi-ty Hub’s Parents as Teach-ers Program will have Fall Festival on Sat. (Oct. 14) from 3-7 p.m. at the new location, located at 1519 Fourth St. The free com-munity event with food, drinks, fun activities, flu shots and more. All are invited to attend! Par-ents as Teachers is a Hub program which strives to prepare children to be successful upon entering Kindergarten.

■ Hub’s 1st Fall Festival Saturday

DPS Warns Texans To Stay Vigilant, Report Suspicious Activity

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CROWNED the 2017 Palacios High School Homecoming Queen & King at last Fri-day’s Homecoming football game were Katilynn Brown and Morgan Segovia. Class representatives to the Homecoming Court were: (right, top to bottom) Jrs. Dorothy Nguyen and Chris Tovar; Sophs. Claire Rhoades and Jacob Guerrero; Freshmen Ashtyn Kruse and Micah Sanchez. (Beacon Photos by Ryan West)

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■ LWC hosts services with Maria Elena this weekend

The Living Word Church, located at 1405 12th St., will have guest services with Maria Elena this weekend. Spanish services on Sat. (Oct. 14) will be Junta de Mujeres at 10 a.m. followed by Servicio para todos at 7 p.m. English services will be held at 10 a.m. on Sun. (Oct. 15)

The Palacios Yacht Club (PYC) recently made The Outrigger Event Center its new home but, thanks to Hurricane Harvey, their first scheduled meeting there in September was cancelled.

“In order to make up for lost time and celebrate that Palacios escaped the worst of the damage, time to celebrate in a big way,” stated PYC President, Barney Gulley.

The fun starts on Saturday, October 14 with the Rag-tag Regatta at noon, which is open to any type of boat, launching at South Bay, and

following a course that will make a turn somewhere in East Bay, and returning to South Bay.

At 6 p.m., an Oktober-fest party will begin at The Outrigger which will in-clude German music, Ger-man food, and a cash bar. This family-friendly event is open to members and non-members in hopes of being joined by all to celebrate a successful regatta, recognize Palacios’ first youth sailing team, and thank all the spon-

PYC’s Oktoberfest Party, ‘Ragtag’ Regatta Saturday

The unemployment rate in Matagorda County is on the rise again, knocking at the door of eight percent in Au-gust. Just when it appeared that Matagorda and surround-ing counties’ unemployment rates were heading in the right direction, all but one are on the rise again, with one holding steady at the same rate as in July.

According to the Texas Workforce Commission, in August, 54 of the 254 coun-ties had an over-the-month decline in their unemploy-ment rates. Fifty-three coun-ties were unchanged over the month, while 147 increased. The State of Texas saw its unemployment rate decrease by 0.1 percent, while the U.S. rate increased by 0.1 percent. Unemployment rates varied widely across counties in Texas from a low of 1.9 per-cent in McMullen County to a high of 12.0 percent in Za-vala County, with seventeen counties having an unem-ployment rate below 3.0 per-cent. The number of people not in the labor force because they are discouraged over job prospects in Texas stands at 34,800, down from 42,700 a year ago.

The U.S., Texas, and sur-rounding counties’ unem-

BY ALLISON SLIVAFrom the Heart Fund Steering Committee

New organization works to help Matagorda County families impacted by Harvey

When the pictures from Hurricane Har-vey started filling the news cycle last month, a group of folks who grew up in Bay City decided to take action – spurred by their love of Matagorda County and a belief that they owed their lives and careers to the friends, families, and schools that set them on their paths.

Led by Dr. Ira Chasnoff, Bay City High School Class of 1965 graduate and Distin-guished Alumnus, their initial conversa-tions have led to a county-wide outreach effort: From the Heart Fund for Matagorda

County.The From the Heart Fund depends on a

dynamic balance of three guiding concerns: the health and well-being of children and families in Matagorda County who have been affected by the trauma of Hurricane Harvey; the ability of the schools to sup-port children and promote learning; and responsible collection and distribution of emergency funds to help families recover from the material losses they have suffered.

The Fund’s key activity is providing trauma-informed mental health outreach and interventions for families, which is be-ing fully underwritten so that all services

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PHILLY Seafood President Regina Pena was the guest speaker at last week’s monthly general mem-bership luncheon of the Palacios Chamber of Commerce.

■ King Ranch Chicken Dinner Fri. at Eagles

The Palacios Fraternal Order of Eagles #3821, located at 204 4th St., will be holding a King Ranch Chicken dinner fundraiser from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Fr. (Oct. 13). Plates are $8 pick-up or delivered. For more info call 972-3402.

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Area BriefsFEMA trailers on the way to Wharton

WHARTON: Wharton County officials have received word that FEMA trailers will be available soon for county residents. “We got an email saying that there are trailers available from Hearne,” Precinct 2 commissioner Chris King said. The trailers come in a variety of sizes, includ-ing two bedrooms and three bedrooms for large-size fami-lies who lost their homes. “We want residents to be able to work within a close proximity to their homes during the recovery process,” King said. Residents would be able to park the trailers on their lawns if they have access to the hookups from their land. - East Bernard Express

Toothbrush heist may result in 2-year jail stayEL CAMPO: A toothbrush could mean two years be-

hind bars for an alleged El Campo shoplifter. The item only cost $7, but Audrey Marie Gebara, 36, has already been convicted of petty theft - at least twice. That fact turns a misdemeanor that likely would have equaled a fine into a state jail felony. Gebara also faces a criminal trespassing charge based on prior issues at the city’s Dollar General store. The warrants were served against the city’s tooth-brush bandit while she was already at the Wharton County Jail on other theft charges. Still no word on why, if she is ultimately found guilty, that Gebara failed to grab tooth-paste too.- El Campo Leader-News

Czech Republic assists Texas-Czech communityLA GRANGE: Hynek Kmonicek, Czech Republic ambas-sador to the United States, announced Minister of Foreign Affairs Lubomir Zaoralek, had approved the provision of five million Czech Crowns, or $237,437, for humanitarian assistance to displaced families in La Grange in response to Hurricane Harvey. Brian Vanicek, honorary consul to the Czech Republic for Texas, notified La Grange officials of the donation intended for the basic needs of people dis-placed by Harvey such as shelter, food, water, health and hygiene needs. The donation represents the Czech Repub-lic’s dedication and solidarity with the United States and the Czech compatriots living in La Grange during the di-saster. - The Banner-Press Newspaper

The Palacios Community Medical Center's 9th Annual Box Supper proved to be the most successful yet! Thanks to the overwhelming support of our community, the PCMC staff, board members, Palacios Medical Foundation, local and county officials, our hospital raised over $40,000.00!!!

The Palacios Community Medical Center wished to thank all of those who prepared a Box Supper, volunteered, and donated money and items for the various auctions and raffles. Proceeds from the auction will go towards new hospital equipment and improved patient services.

The Palacios Community Hospital is blessed by the community it serves...Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!

* Thank you to anyone else who may have been inadvertently left off – if so we deeply apologize.

Platinum Level Sponsor: St. Christina’s EMS

Gold Level Sponsors: The Trull Foundation • Commercial State Bank • Texas Coastal Properties •

La Reforma, LLC- DBA Subway • Oxea • Rosenberg Dermatology • Matago-rda Regional Medical Center • Luker Pharmacy Mgt. • STP • Chau Lawfirm •

Claude Manning • Maxine and Bill KubeckaSilver Level Sponsors:

Palacios Abstract and Title• John and Diane Conner Donors:

Matagorda County Navigation • TISD, Inc. • The Point • Nutrition Options • Wipfli • Margie Holt • Po Boys Dock • Oscar’s Pest & Termite Control •

Matagorda House on The Legacy Campus • Lee Anders • Healthsure Ins. Ser-vices • Thomas and Kristi Bundick • Herbert and Jo Ann Schneider

Live Auction Donors:Clyde & Pam Oliver • St. Christina’s EMS • Joey Kennedy • Matagorda County

Museum • Porter’s Ace Hardware • Dillard’s Victoria • PCMC Employees • Claude & Joan Manning • Port Royal Ocean Resort • Woody’s Sport Center • Mary Kay Beard • Sacred Care Home Healthcare • Sheriff Skipper Osborne •

Palacios Medical Foundation • DSG Nursery • Bay City LimousineBucket And Silent Auction Donors

Judge Nate & Sharyl McDonald • Janet Hickl, Matagorda County Clerk • Valyn’s Landing • Prime Parts • Lynette Cooper • Palacios Mexican Restaurant • Pincher’s Restaurant • Paul & Janie Campos • Round Rock Express Baseball

Team • Texas Traditions Restaurant • Gatha Wilson, P.T. • Wes’ Feed & More Blessing • Blessing Hotel & Coffee Shop • Crain Lumber Co. • Palacios Auto &

Towing • Smokin A’s BBQ • Susan Easter & Stella Byrd • Galveston Island Railroad Museum • Dr. Gregory & Jeanne Pappas • Tenderfoot Books

• Hair Gallery • Walmart • Dick & Barbara Wilkerson • Bay City Feed • Ed-die Dunn • Southbrook Manor • Precision Drug & Alcohol Testing • Old Main

Bookstore • The Legacy Campus • Nephrology Leaders • John Garr • The Right Look • Ann H. Wilson • Yvonne Kline • Buddy & Kathy Eller • Let’s Dance

• Gatha Wilson • Lowes Grocery • Schulman’s Movies • Parker Lumber • Bren-da Serna • Palacios Dental • Lonnie Dunn • Trull & Ag Class • National Senior

Care • B&S Meat Market • PCMC Board of Directors Box Supper Donors

• Palacios Dental • Palacios House of Flowers • Bay Villa Healthcare • Texas Coastal Properties • Bill and Maxine Kubecka • Texas Home Health • Matago-

rda House/ The Legacy • Bob & Mary Van Borssum • Pat Yeager • Bay City Lim-ousine • Jerry & Gail Purvis • The City of Palacios • Joe & Bobby Kana • The

Palacios Beacon • Mr & Mrs Rother • Chau Law Firm • Claude & Jane Manning • Nora Aparicio & Girls • Bay Side Seafood • Maggie & Fred Laura • Legal

Shield • Michael Ferdinand • Bay City Country Club • Don & Patricia Loving • Glen & Deb Smith • Sally Krutz & Pam Oliver • Leslie Hartman & Marty Rick • IPH Healthcare • Porter’s Ace Hardware • Bob& Ruth Friedrichs and

Annette Stonedale • Palacios Community Hub • Connie Huitt, Myra Bhrlik & Barbara Bell • Joanne Estopinal & Stacy Watkins • Viki Jane & Rudy Mosier •

Shining Nightingale • Debbie & Lisa AparicioVolunteers, Sound and Decoration Donors:

• Judge Nate McDonald • Co. Sheriff Skipper Osborne • Texas Baptist Encampment • Christina Lopez • Sharon Estraca

clinic building is underway.Upcoming Events

The Harvest Moon Library Fundraiser at the recreation Center will be on Octo-ber 21, Pedal Palacios BP/MS 150 Bike

Ride and the Monstrous 5K Run Bash by the Sea are on October 28. The CDA Turkey Dinner at KC Hall is on Novem-ber 11, Chamber of Commerce Seaside Holiday will be on December 2, and the

Palacios Area Fund Operation Santa Claus will run from December 11 thru the 14.

MeetingsThe Chamber of Commerce Board

of Directors Meeting will be on October 12 at noon, Pala-cios Economic Development Meeting on October 18 at 1:15 p.m., and the next Pala-cios Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meet-ing will be on November 2.

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ployment rates for August 2017 are shown below, with July 2017 and percent change shown in parentheses. U.S.: 4.4 percent (4.3) (0.1%) Texas: 4.2 percent (4.3) (-0.1%) Bra-zoria: 5.6 percent (5.4) (0.2%) Calhoun: 5.7

percent (5.3) (0.4%) Colorado: 3.9 percent (3.9) (0.0%) Fort Bend: 4.9 percent (4.6) (0.3%) Jackson: 4.3 percent (4.4) (-0.1%) Matagorda: 7.9 percent (7.5) (0.4%) Whar-ton: 4.8 percent (4.6) (0.2%).

THE Palacios Community Hub was named the Palacios Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month at last week’s monthly general membership luncheon. Pictured are: (front, l-r) Alice Guerrero, Becky Rusk, Cassandra Austin, Rita Kocurek, Kayla Sancehz, Ruth Fredrichs, and Marian Medrano; (back) Carolyn Kubecka, John Har-rison, Dominic John, Bill Stacy, Mary Crocker, Sally Kurtz and Carol Carney. (Beacon Photo by Alan Schulman)

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ARRESTSJonathan Dwayne Barton, 28, 1704 Gray

Ave, was arrested in the 400 block of Com-merce St. at 7:54 p.m. on Sep. 29. Warrant Service Capias.

Fidel Jose Gonzales, 29, Miami, was ar-rested in the 1300 block of 12th St. at 9:39 a.m. on Oct. 2. Possession of Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Maxx Gabriel Gonzales, 29, Miami, was arrested in the 1300 block of 12th St. at 9:39 a.m. on Oct. 2. Possession of Marijua-na, Possession of a Controlled Substance.

INCIDENTSAggravated Assault with a Deadly

Weapon: Officer was dispatched to the 900 block of Humphrey Ave at 5:33 p.m. on Sep. 30 in reference to hit and run ac-cident.

Theft: Officer stopped a vehicle in the 6100 block of Hwy 35 S. at 10:25 a.m. on Sep. 30. Driver was found to have a sus-pended license and a warrant out of Port Lavaca. Subject was detained and trans-ported to Port Lavaca.

Theft: Officer was dispatched to the 1700 block of Gray Ave at 7:35 p.m. on Sep. 30 in reference to a theft.

Abandon/Endanger Child Criminal Negligence: Officer met with complainant at the Police Station at 1:40 a.m. on Oct 1, who stated that his wife was intoxicated and fled in hysterics with her two children and was headed for the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

Theft: Officer was dispatched to 138 Sandpiper Circle at 10:47 a.m. on Oct. 1 in

reference to a prescription medication sto-len from her purse.

Criminal Mischief: Officer was dis-patched to the 200 block of South Bay Blvd at 10:50 a.m. on Oct. 1 in reference to criminal mischief to a vehicle.

Assault: Officer was dispatched to 45 Seashell Blvd at 5:55 p.m. on Oct. 3 in ref-erence to an assault.

Theft: Officer met with complainant at the Police Station at 6:00 a.m. on Oct. 5 in reference to a theft.

Burglary of a Building: Complainant reported a burglary at 11:00 a.m. on Oct. 5.

Individuals listed have been arrested and/or charged with an offense. Inclusion in this report does not imply that the person is guilty of any crime. The following are offense and arrest reports submitted by the Palacios Police Dept. to the Palacios Beacon as of noon Friday.

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Once again tragedy has struck our land. The heartless at-tack in which numerous died and scores were wounded. I will never understand why anyone could be so evil. But the one thing I did see above all else was the American Hero that came from every walk of life, every race, creed, and color to lend aid and rescue so many peo-ple. Truly they were guided by God and only in America.

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AUSTIN – In light of the attack in Las Ve-gas over the weekend and as part of national Crime Prevention Month (October), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is calling on all Texans to remain vigilant regarding potential crime and terrorist activity in their communities, and to report suspicious behav-iors to local authorities or the department’s iWATCH website at www.iwatchtx.org.

“In the wake of the cowardly attack in Las Vegas, we continue to keep everyone im-pacted by this tragedy in our thoughts and prayers,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “We also want to remind the public of the po-tentially crucial role they play in helping law enforcement combat groups and lone-wolf actors intent on harming others. No matter where you are – alone or in a large group – al-ways stay alert, and report any illegal or sus-picious activity you witness to iWATCH or to your local authorities.”

The iWATCH program was created as a partnership between communities and law enforcement, and utilizes citizen-sourced tips related to criminal activity. Concerned citizens who observe suspicious activity can visit the iWATCH website – www.iwatchtx.org – to fill out a report. A report usually takes fewer than five minutes to complete, and once submitted, each report is reviewed by law en-forcement analysts. To make an anonymous

report, individuals can contact DPS at 1-844-643-2251. (iWATCH is not designed to report emergencies. If a situation requires an emer-gency response, call 911.)

Preparations for terrorist attacks may often be seen but rarely reported. When in doubt, speak up.

Here are some examples of behaviors and activities to report:

• Strangers asking questions about building security features and procedures.

• Briefcase, suitcase, backpack or package is left behind.

• Cars or trucks are left in no-parking zones at important buildings.

• Chemical smells or fumes that are unusual for the location.

• People requesting sensitive information, such as blueprints, security plans or VIP trav-el schedules, without a need to know.

• Purchasing supplies that could be used to make bombs or weapons, or purchasing uni-forms without having the proper credentials.

• Taking photographs or videos of security features, such as cameras or checkpoints.

Reports to iWATCH can also be made through the DPS Mobile App. The app is cur-rently available for iPhone users on the Apple App Store and for Android users on Google Play.

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sors that help with the regatta. Non-members are asked to contribute $5 per person to cover the cost of the meal. Gulley continued, “The membership of PYC has been wanting an expanded social calendar and this is a great way to invite people to see what PYC is all about and join the fun.”

Gulley reminds everyone that “All you need is a love of the water and good fellowship to be a member. Several of our members do not even have a boat.”

are provided free to the com-munity. To this end, the Fund is conducting a wide range of training:

October 11th: County-wide Town Hall 6:30 PM @ VFW Hall in Bay City, 1672 Hwy 60 North.

This meeting is open to everyone throughout the County and will focus on how trauma affects fam-ily functioning and relation-ships; talking with children about the hurricane, evacua-tion, and associated events; and helping children work through trauma over the short- and long-term.

October 12th: Training of Trainers 9 AM to 4 PM @ Eagles Hall in Bay City, 2100 Eagles Rd.

A mental health team from Chicago (led by Dr. Ira Chas-noff) will conduct an 8-hour Training of Trainers pro-gram for school teams from throughout the County and surrounding areas. Other organizations with an inter-est in mental health services are invited to participate as well. The school teams will be made up of school counselors, social work-ers and teachers. They will be trained in recognition of children affected by trauma, classroom-based and school-based mental health first aid, trauma-informed counseling/support, impact of trauma on families, and secondary trau-ma. These teams will then be responsible for translat-ing and transferring this in-formation to their respective schools.

October 13th: Psychoedu-cational groups 9 AM to 4 PM @ Civic Center in Bay City, 201 7th Street

Designed to serve families from all the schools, each of these sessions will last approximately 90 minutes, providing an opportunity for families to work through the emotional trauma that has resulted from the hurricane, the attendant evacuation, and other issues.

The From the Heart Fund Steering Committee is: Ira

Chasnoff, Chair Pediatrician; Jennifer Burt, Secretary, Co-ordinated Resources of Com-munity Groups; Amanda Carlin, Instructional Coach, Bay City ISD;

Barry Chasnoff, Lawyer; Frankie Cole, School Board, Bay City ISD & CEO Im-pact Center; Christine De-ment, Asst. Superintendent, VVISD; Tony Doubek, Pho-tojournalist; Dr. Alexandro M. Flores, Superintendent, Palacios ISD; Gayle Grotjan, Upbring Head Start; La Ray Schlupe Hrytzay, IT, social media; Mollie Huber, Coun-selor, Van Vleck ISD; Kelli Hunt, RN, School Nurse, Bay City ISD; Carolyn Ku-becka, Director Administra-tive Services, Palacios ISD; Inez Kucera, Holy Cross Catholic School; Linda Led-wig, Early Childhood Inter-vention; Deda McAfee, So-cial worker, Bay City ISD; Marcietta Moore, Youth & Family Counseling Services; Lisa Moya, Chief Academic Officer, Bay City ISD; Janet Lewis Peden, Board of Direc-tors, Boys' and Girls' Clubs; Frank Paiz, Power Church; Susan Phillips, Superinten-dent, Matagorda ISD;

Tasha Sanchez, Counselor, Tidehaven ISD; Dale Coe Simons, Organizational strat-egies; Allison Sliva, Chief Communications Officer, Bay City ISD; Lillian Solis Smith, PhD, Psychologist, MEHOP; Sue Stacy, PhD, Palacios Wellness Council; Sondra Tobias, RN, Integrat-ed Health Nurse, MEHOP; and Geneive Hahn West, El-ementary school teacher.

The From the Heart Fund has submitted all paperwork for 501 ( c ) (3) IRS designa-tion, and has a website www.matagordaheart.org with an online donation portal as well as an online nomination form for families in need of help. One-hundred percent of the money raised will be used to provide trauma-informed mental health care for chil-dren in all of Matagorda County’s schools and distrib-uted to families in Matagorda County who need emergency help to rebuild their lives and homes.

For more information, please contact Allison Sliva, Bay City ISD, 979-401-1083 asliva@bcblackcats.net.

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