The Fort Stockton Pioneer

Cutline: Artist and new resident of Fort Stockton Steven M. Walker has opened his “chunkArts Gallery” at 117 N. Main Street. Showcasing the works of four artists, Walker hopes to cultivate a downtown art market by selling the standing artwork to keep the gallery afloat into next year.

Downtown art gallery opens; a test of survival

Having recently moved to Fort Stockton, artist Steven M. Walker has already stationed his private studio on Nelson adjacent to the where the upcoming Fort Stockton Community Theater addition is to be built... more

11/29/18

Elephants weren’t the only giant performers under the circus tent. The CircusSaurus dinosaurs had a theatrical brawl in the center of the ring.

Rooney Park goes Jurassic!

Combining the traditional circus with animatronic dinosaurs, the Carson & Barnes Circus brought “CircusSaurus” to the Fort Stockton... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Pioneer Managing Editor | 10/11/18

Wearing his self-described “Adventureman” costume, Jamie McDonald arrives at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Fort Stockton. He is traveling across the U.S. on foot to raise money for children’s charities.

Where Ya Headed?: Travelers of FS

Look, towards the Interstate 10. It’s not a bird or a plane – it's Adventureman! more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Pioneer Managing Editor | 10/3/18

Kasper and his dog, Lil Man, have been in town for 50 days and counting. Hoping to get a ride out of town, the duo rested their feet and paws in front of the Flying J Truck Stop on Monday, Sept. 17.

Where Ya Headed?: Travelers of FS

There are many homeless travelers who keep Fort Stockton on their hitch-hiking route annually. Kasper is one of those travelers who comes back every other year. more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Pioneer Managing Editor | 9/20/18

Dan Wagner of Florida has been transporting a bright yellow kayak, so he can paddle various waters across the nation. With his hands in his pockets, Wagner says he’s got time to burn with some adventure.

Where Ya Headed?: Travelers of FS

Enjoying his retirement, Dan Wagner of Silver Springs, Florida pulled into the Flying J... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Pioneer Managing Editor | 9/13/18

Cutline: Paul Goodman admires his dog Buster as the duo enjoy some rare shade in the Walmart parking lot.

Where Ya Headed?: Travelers of FS

Paul Goodman of Arizona managed to find himself some shade in the vast Walmart Parking lot here in town ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 4/26/18

Record Producer Eldee stands with rappers Poodezeey and Mack Twon outside of the Love’s Travel Stop as the group prepares for their first day off from touring.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Rap artists “Poodeezy” and “Mack Twon” rolled into town in their jet-black tour van Monday, March 26 ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 3/29/18

The Vranich couple and their dogs Lily and Arya made a quick stop here in Fort Stockton while en route to their new home in California.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Steven and Michelle Vranich of Florida made a first-time pit stop here in Fort Stockton Tuesday March, 20... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 3/22/18

Holy week at First Presbyterian

The First Presbyterian Church will be offering a number of special opportunities for worship, fellowship, and celebration for Holy Week ... more

Submitted by Rev. Dr. James R. Miles | 3/22/18

Slawi and Monika Schawalder stand next to their Mercedes Westfalia camping car, which has been their home on wheels as they travel the world.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Slawi and Monika Schawalder have traveled a long way from their homeland of Switzerland ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 3/15/18

Cutline: Jason Riley of the Ben E. Keith Co. has made many beer deliveries here in Fort Stockton. You might spot his bright yellow and pink Deep Ellum Brewing Co. van parked outside of Apache Liquors, which is his most frequent stop in town.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

The warmer weather is gradually making its return, so the Ben E. Keith Co. is stocking store coolers across the state with their vast variety of beer ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 3/8/18

Tony Cox is driving the Lucy Pet Foundation’s “Gnarly Crankin’ K-9 Wave Maker” truck and made a pit stop in Fort Stockton before continuing on a long drive to Florida.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

The Lucy Pet Foundation’s “Gnarly Crankin’ K-9 Wave Maker” truck pulled into Fort Stockton Wednesday, Feb. 21 after many hours spent out on the open road ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 3/1/18

The Lowry family (from left to right): Megan holding Jack, Stacy, Ethan, Georgia and Shane holding Dante.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

The Lowry family is on the road with their online business “Follow the Flea”... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, | 2/22/18

Kyle and Rose Hooten stopped by just to watch the Sheep Dog Trials. Though their Tuesday morning was frigid cold, the couple still enjoyed watching the Border Collies’ impressive trial runs.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

With the annual Sheep Dog Trials in full swing this week, traveling couple Kyle and Rose Hooten pulled into town ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 2/15/18

Green Thumbs in the Garden

It's been a hard winter in Texas. Record low temperatures have left their mark in all of our gardens ... more

Submitted by Clay Hunn | 2/8/18

Green Thumbs in the Garden

Last week, I launched this column with a celebration of the many wonderful qualities of native plants ... more

Submitted by Clay Hunn | 2/1/18

Cutline: Ted and Susan Hannon relax inside their Airstream with their dog Mac as they set off for a Lajitas adventure.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Ted and Susan Hannon of Midland stopped for gas at the local Exxon on Dickinson Friday, Jan 26 ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 2/1/18

Kris Murray pulled out his traveling “Welcome” mat during his brief pit stop here in town. Traveling the nation, the Kool-Aid shirt-wearing drifter has taken a liking to West Texas.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Kris Murray of Chicago pulled into Fort Stockton’s Flying J to refill his RV propane tank ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 1/25/18

Green Thumbs in the Garden

I remember my childhood garden in my family's Midland home ... more

Submitted by Clay Hunn | 1/25/18

Cutline: Ellen Arietta nuzzles up to Craig Richter as their pooch Maebee stares at the camera with her lovely multicolored eyes. The trio is on a family road trip to adopt a sibling for Maebee.

Where ya headed?: Travelers of FS

Craig Richter and Ellen Arietta are journeying from Eugene, OR to Corpus Christi with their dog Maebee ... more

By Jeremy Gonzalez, Managing Editor | 1/18/18