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Grandfather’s legacy fuels TCC alumna

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by PR & Marketing
Credit: WFAA

A teen’s grief became her greatest motivation. After losing her grandfather, TCC alumna Yazid Martinez channeled heartbreak into purpose, crossing the graduation stage and earning a college degree. Yazid’s story is a reminder that the people we lose can still push us forward.

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