November 2021

Fort Stockton High School was put on the map after two students were chosen for the NASA High School Aerospace Scholars Program. Acclimated for high school juniors in Texas, the program allows participants to engage in a STEM learning environment that focuses on NASA’s mission and the next generation of explorers.

Members of Xi Leta Lambda held a Holiday Auction on Nov. 18 at the meeting hall connected to the Fort Stockton Community Theatre. Tom Ezell was the auctioneer while Roxie Ingram presented the items to those in attendance for bidding. There were over 40 items auctioned off, which raised over $2,000. Photos by Nathan Heuer

The county has its eyes set on bringing in another data center, which would boost economic development and community growth. The Pecos County Commissioners Court approved a resolution establishing the Mohave Reinvestment Zone and a tax abatement agreement with Fort Blocks LLC, a subsidiary of Cormint Data Systems, for a data hosting and distribution facility at their regular meeting on Nov.

The Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District will soon gain more insight on water quality and water depth near the Comanche Springs area. MPGCD received approval to drill a water well near the Pecos County Water Improvement #1 office at the Fort Stockton City Council meeting on Nov.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has started mailing ballots for the Farm Service Agency county committee elections to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country. To be counted, ballots must be returned to the Pecos-Terrell County FSA office at 2306 W Dickinson Blvd, Ste. 1 or postmarked by Dec. 6.

The Fort Stockton Independent School District honored their Student of the Month for November at the district’s regular board meeting on Nov. 15. One student from each campus gets recognized every month. Students that were awarded with a certificate were: Fernando Corralez (high school), Lesly Burrola (intermediate school), Cato Jerry May (Alamo Elementary), Larry Urbano (Apache Elementary). Ethan Nunez, middle school Student of the Month, was not in attendance due to an athletic contest. Photos by Nathan Heuer

Following an appreciation program, the First United Methodist Church welcomed all veterans to join in fellowship for a meal on Nov. 14. The program included words from guest speaker Sgt. Rick Irigoyen and recognition of service in each of the six military branches. Photos by Megan Wehring

Toastmasters in Fort Stockton recognized winners at their regular meeting on Nov. 12 at the Fort Stockton Public Library. Karan Heffelfinger, right, was recognized as the Best Speaker by Alicia Salinas, left. Houston McKenzie, middle, and Salinas tied for the Best Table Topics Speakers. They were recognized by Heffelfinger. Congratulations to all. Join Toastmasters if you would like to improve your leadership and communication skills. Contact Karan Heffelfinger for more information at 432-336-8521.

This classic recipe has been on Libby’s Pumpkin labels since 1950. This pie is easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.