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Staff
-Eagle Pass
24 year-old Gustavo Rodriguez Costilla, one of 132 prisoners who escaped from the CERESO in Piedras Negras on September 17, 2012, was apprehended by US Marshals on Friday and is currently being detained at a federal detention center.
The prisoner, who may have ties to the Zeta drug cartel in Mexico, was initially arrested on weapons charges before his eventual escape from the state prison late last year.
It was speculated that the cartel may have orchestrated the escape in order to free members who were being held in the facility in the midst of an all out war between the government and the cartel which turned extremely violent in clashes on the city's streets in November and early December.
According to reports, the escapee was found in a local residence and may have been hiding in a closet deep within the residence.
The prisoner remains a US Marshal prisoner being held until further notice and the case remains under investigation.
Staff
EAGLE PASS - Radio Manantial and KEPI, two local Christian radio stations are accepting donations for flood victims in Eagle Pass and Piedres Negras, Mexico.
For the past week, Radio Manantial has accepted donations and distributed supplies to many families in need. As organizations such as the Red Cross and Salvation Army along with local government attend to the need here in the States, there is still a very serious need in Piedres Negras.
“With the size of this disaster, many families lost their home. They lack the basics such as clean water, food and clothing.”, said Arron Daniels, Disaster Relief Services for World Radio Network. “As followers of Jesus, we want to take care of our brothers and sisters as well as give others the opportunity to be a blessing.”
"We're helping on both sides of the border,"added Daniels in an exclusive interview with the News Gram, "Because we see a suffering people, not borders, Jesus said, 'Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ therefore, please help, because we do have the ability to get supplies across the border and into the hands of people who need it."
Radio Manantial is currently accepting donations of bottled water, canned food, nutrition bars, baby wipes, diapers, baby formula, cleaning supplies, gently used clean clothing and toiletries. You can drop off donations at the studio located at 2477 El Indio Hwy., M-F from 7am to 6pm, Saturday from 12-5pm and Sunday from 2-5pm. They will also accept cash donations which will be used to purchase needed supplies.
“It’s been great seeing the outpouring of kindness and compassion from this community.”, said Daniels. “There is no doubt that Eagle Pass cares deeply for it’s citizens and its friends across the border.”
For more information on how you can get involved, call Radio Manantial at 830-757-0887.
A.D. Ibarra
-Eagle Pass
The local branch of Border Federal Credit Union is also doing their part to reach out to local residents adversely affected by the recent flooding in our area by setting up an account for monetary donations, yet the three-pronged approach they are taking is unique in itself as Ruben Lopez, Branch Manager and County Commissioner of Precinct 4, Roberto Ruiz were on hand to inform the public at a press conference held on Monday.
"BFCU has opted to create an account of its own and that account is #569490-05 and funds will be distributed directly to those affected," stated Ruiz, "They are also taking donations of backpacks, pillows, blankets, bleach, cereal, non-perishable can foods, general hygiene supplies, toilet paper, trash bags, sanitary napkins, pots and pans which can be accepted at the local branch at 2080 N. Veterans Blvd."
Another facet of this assistance is that of a special Special Flood Disaster Relief Loan with a 5.99% APR with the first payment due in 60 days and a term of up to 18 months.
Finally BFCU members can receive a deferment for up to two months of their consumer loan payment, but the member must reside in an area/zone affected by the flood.
For more information you can contact Mr. Lopez at 830-757-2328 or visit http://www.borderfcu.com.