October 2021

In just over a month, Fort Stockton born boxer Abel Mendoza will once again put his undefeated professional record on the line.

We, the family of Roberto (Robert) Pillado, are having a celebration of life in remembrance of Robert Pillado.

Andrew Thomas Escajeda, 25, of Fort Stockton, passed away on Oct. 4, 2021 in Laredo. Visitation will be 1-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021 at Eternity Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021 at Eternity Funeral Home with Pastor Mendoza officiating.

Looking for a new option to grab a meal here in town? You're in luck with the opening of V's Kitchen at 805 N. Alamo St. (formerly Burrito Inn). The restaurant opened its doors to the public two and half weeks ago and is looking to expand its menu.

Fort Stockton’s offense has done what they want to do, when they want to do it for a majority of their 2021 campaign thus far – averaging 483 yards of offense and 37 points per game through six outings. But the Panthers defense has been just as impressive as their counterpart the past few weeks.

The streak is over and a new chapter is on the horizon for the Fort Stockton volleyball program. The Prowlers put an end to their five-year losing skid against district opponents on Oct. 5 against Andrews at home in their fourth district match of the season. “It feels amazing.