December 2021

Olga Enriqueta Nanez Gaboriault

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Olga Gaboriault passed away in her home the morning of Dec. 18, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 14, 1930, to Ignacio and Ofilia Nanez of San Buena Ventura Coahuila, Mexico. Olga was one of eight siblings. She outlived all, and will now join them in heaven.

Olga was married to her loving husband Marcel Adrian Gaboriault for 62 years. She met him in Del Rio, Texas, and moved to Hardwick, Vt., for a few years. They then lived in Fort Stockton, Texas, for over 50 years. 

Olga Enriqueta Nanez Gaboriault

Hodges named to all-tourney team

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Fort Stockton’s junior varsity basketball team was able to measure themselves against varsity competition this past week at the Van Horn Tournament.

The Panthers finished in fourth place as a team after accumulating a 1-2 record.

Zane Hodges earned all-tournament team honors at the three-day event, leading the Panthers in scoring in two of their three outings with 11.3 points per game.

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The reason for the season

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The youth of First Presbyterian Church in Fort Stockton reminded all of the real reason for the Christmas season during worship on December 12. Courtesy Photo.
The reason for the season

Fort Stockton Fire Department Awards Banquet

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Current and former Fort Stockton firefighters were honored at the annual Fort Stockton Fire Department Awards Banquet last week. Fort Stockton Fire Chief Jesse Dominguez was honored for20 years of service, Mike Lawrence (20 years), Charles Slater (30 years), Bill Davis (Fireman of theYear & retired), Billy Bradshaw (five years), Josue Garcia (five years), Mike Stallard (20 years). Courtesy Photos
From left to right: Fort Stockton Fire Chief Jesse Dominguez, Mike Lawrence, Charles Slater, Bill Davis, Billy Bradshaw, Josue Garcia.

LOOKING BACK

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December 1986 issue: Holiday Treats – Girl Scout Troop 200 gathered to present Thanksgiving treats to residents at Comanche View Retirement Center on Tuesday. Bearing edible goodies are the following Girl Scouts: (l-r) Michelle Sanchez, Melly Fuentes, Bianca Ramirez, Jill Barbee, Susie Dunn, Olivia Lorez, Erica Villarreal, Christina Sheehan, Camber Bowen, Bridgett Riojas, Corinna Parada, Brandon Francis, and Cassandra Gallegos. Also pictured are Scout leader Ramona Sheehan (r) and Isabel Garcia, Comanche View Activity Director.
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