March 2022

San Angelo Relays: Perez shows long distance supremacy

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Pioneer Athlete of the Week Fabian Perez hasn’t just won nine of the 10 long distance races he’s competed in this season for the Panthers track team.

The junior is a clear cut above the competition in 4A District 2.

Perez holds the fastest mile time by 14 seconds in the Panthers’ district and has the best mark in the 3,200-meter run by 18 seconds.

The Fort Stockton boys track team poses on the podium with their Division II runner-up trophy at San Angelo Stadium on March 26 after competition concluded at the San Angelo Relays. Courtesy Photo

Certified paramedics to get stipend

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Two of the 12 paramedics in the county will receive a stipend for completing Certified Critical Care.

“These two individuals have taken additional courses to become certified in this area to better provide patient care at a more advanced level than a regular paramedic,” said Lucia Mackintosh Castro of Pecos County Emergency Medical Services.

Pecos County EMS

Eagles’ walk-off puts dagger in late Fort Stockton rally

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A late Fort Stockton rally was nullified in the final at-bat of the Tuesday’s contest at Pecos for the Panthers.

Fort Stockton trailed 12-8 heading into the seventh and final frame before mounting a final inning comeback.

Julian Leyva and Isaiah Velasquez began the seventh frame with a pair of singles, which was followed by two one-out walks by the Daren Ureste and Dominic Bernal.

Fort Stockton's Dominic Bernal (5) tags an Andrews baserunner for an out on a pickoff attempt during the Panthers home game on March 25. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Lara honored for career at Midland College/WRTTC

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Midland College/WRTTC hosted a retirement reception for Elizabeth Lara, fourth from the right, who was employed at the college for 15 years. Lara’s last day will be on Thursday, March 31 Lara was previously the Scholars’ Dollars Coordinator and the secretary at the campus in Fort Stockton. Photo by Nathan Heuer
Lara honored for career at Midland College

County clean-up dates set

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In conjunction with the city of Fort Stockton, the Pecos County Commissioners Court set the dates for the county clean-up for April 11 through April 29. The first week will aid the city in their spring bulky pick-up.
Pecos County Courthouse

Toastmasters announce March 25 winners

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Pecos County Toastmasters met on the March 25 for their second meeting of the month. President Karan Heffelfinger presented awards to the following (left to right): Joni McGee - Best Table Topics Speaker, Houston McKenzie - Best Speaker, Santa Dominguez - Best Evaluator. At Toastmasters, members are always learning. Learning is one thing the mind never forgets! Come check us out on the second and fourth Fridays of each month at noon for one hour at the Fort Stockton Public Library. Contact President Karan Heffelfinger for more information at 432-336-2541.
Toastmasters announce March 25 winners

Cheesy Chips

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INGREDIENTS • 10 wonton wrappers • 2 tablespoons powdered American cheese or grated Parmesan cheese • 2 teaspoon olive oil • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Chips

Health tips for 2022

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Spring is arriving, and National Nutrition Month continues in full swing. Thank you for participating in the Dinner Tonight Healthy Cooking school on Thursday. It was great to see the many friends and participants.
Health tips