Zapata unveils Fallen Heroes Memorial July 4th Weekend

"Fallen Heroes Memorial" monument concept by Graphitiks Advertising Design for ZECO, Zapata, Texas.

A large crowd was on hand at Flores Park for the unveiling of the Fallen Heroes Monument. Robert Montes served as Master of Ceremonies, announcing the planned events for the day celebrating 235 years as a nation.

Commissioner Jose Vela offered a prayer of thanks. The flag raising ceremony officially opened the day, followed by the singing of the Star Spangled Banner by Border Patrol Agent Luis Calderon.

Commissioner Vela welcomed all in attendance to this event honoring the World War II veterans and the unveiling of the commemorative plaque honoring all of our heroes. The plaque was designed by Graphitiks Advertising Design, Inc. out of Laredo, Texas.

Zapata County Judge Joe Rathmell announced some of the improvements in the Zapata area, including the new Historical Museum that will be operated by volunteers. He thanked Commissioner Jose Vela for his work in transforming Flores Park from simple park to the space of beauty that it is now. Our World War II veterans exemplify the best and they are deserving of the beautiful marker in this attractive and accessible location.

Veterans on hand to view the unveiling included Trinidad Cuellar, Ramon Gonzalez, Antonio Morales, Anselmo Trevino, Sr., Antonio Trevino, Leopoldo Trevino, Hector Lopez, Sr., Adan Perez, Domingo Sanchez, Rodolfo Sanchez, Stanley  Janowski and Mueller.

Graphitiks to work on a "Then and Now" pictorial book on Laredo

So many cool announcements going on in the HOTTEST PLACE AROUND (again, my friend Julie’s catchphrase for Laredo) that my head is hurting. I take that back, my head hurts because I am catching a summer cold but there really are interesting plans for highlighting Laredo.

My bud over at Graphitiks, Jose Garcia, posted the following:

New book on historic Laredo.

Laredo Main Street is developing a book titled “Laredo Then and Now” and is asking the public for historic photos. Need: Azteca and Tivoli Theaters, anything on San Bernardo, Sta. Maria, St. Peters, Guadalupe and Chihuahua. $100 prize to the oldest photo or photos we receive. Send email to request information (don’t send photos yet) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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