August 2021

Bill introduced to reimburse border farmers, ranchers

5 years ago By News Staff

U.S. Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined fellow Texas lawmakers in introducing legislation to reimburse farmers and ranchers for damages and vandalism that occurred on their property due to the illegal immigration crisis.

FORT STOCKTON ISD NEW TEACHER BIOS

5 years ago By News Staff

Amber Corral School/Department: Intermediate/Special Service Subject/Position: Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist Hometown: Fort Stockton Degrees/University: Bachelor’s degree in speech language & hearing sciences Teaching experience None Why did you become a teacher?

Renovations, repairs underway at Stocktons Entertainment

5 years ago By Megan Wehring

Following the city of Fort Stockton’s $1.2 million purchase of Stockton’s Entertainment last year, the event center is still undergoing renovations. The former entertainment complex housed a movie theatre, bowling alley and an outdoor mini-golf course.

Pictured is the area where bowling alleys used to be and where the new conventional hall will be located when renovations are complete in the area of the building. Photo by Megan Wehring

FORT STOCKTON FALL SPORTS BEGIN

5 years ago By News Staff

Fort Stockton senior quarterback Dominic Aguilar launches a pass during a 11-on-11 session towards the end of Tuesday’s practice. Photos by Nathan Heuer Fort Stockton football coach Hunter Grice coaches up a Panther receiver during a drill on July 3.

COVID-19 active cases rise to 14 in county

5 years ago By News Staff

The COVID-19 active case total in Pecos County continued to rise yesterday as the number hit a five-month high on Tuesday according to a report provided by the county’s emergency management coordinator Jessie Dominguez.

Harold “Harry” Clinton Hamner

5 years ago By News Staff

With his wide smile and contagious laugh, Harry Hamner possessed an engaging and entertaining personality vastly larger than his slight frame.

Estella Esparza-Juarez

5 years ago By News Staff

Estella Esparza-Juarez, 81, joined the Lord from the comfort of her home in Kermit, Texas, on June 27, 2021. Estella was born in Imperial, Texas, on Sept. 4, 1939, to Santos and Natividad (Rey) Esparza.

Rosendo “Ross” G. Casillas

5 years ago By News Staff

Rosendo “Ross” G. Casillas, 84, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away on July 28, 2021, in Fort Stockton. Recitation of the Most Holy Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, at St. James Catholic Church in Sanderson, Texas.

COVID-19 active cases reach 20-week high in Pecos County

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

The COVID-19 active case total hit a five-month high on Monday, Aug. 2 in Pecos County according to a report provided by the county’s emergency management coordinator Jessie Dominguez. There are currently eight active cases in the county – the highest total since March 12 (143 days ago).

All BVISD students to receive free meals

5 years ago By News Staff

Buena Vista ISD announced its policy on Aug. 2 that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals.