April 2022

Fort Stockton ISD Teachers of the Quarter

4 years ago By News Staff

Belva Houston was named the Alamo Teacher of the Quarter at last month’s school board meeting. Houston is currently teaching ELAR and social studies at the Alamo campus. Houston has worked for Fort Stockton ISD for 52 years.

Melissa Calderon was selected as the Intermediate Teacher of the Quarter for March at Monday’s school board meeting on March 28. Calderon is a bilingual first grade teacher.

Softball Roundup

4 years ago By News Staff

Prowlers JV 10 Monahans 8 A well-rounded performance by the Prowlers offense, defense, and pitching earned them a 10-8 victory at Monahans on April 1. Sabrina got the start on the mound and pitched three innings before Alondra finished out the game.

Fort Stockton golf concludes season at districts

4 years ago By News Staff

The Fort Stockton golf team had their season come to a close at the District 2-4A golf tournament at Shadow Hills Golf Course in Lubbock on April 31. The Panthers placed seventh as a team out of the 12 squads that competed.

The Fort Stockton golf team competed at the district meet in Lubbock on April 31. From left to right: Elias Tercero, Ejay Ortiz, Dominic Aguilar, Elias Sanchez, Andrew Rangel, Savannah Carrillo, Ariana Ureste, Gabriela Galindo, Adriana Aguilar, Kathryn Mendoza, Anthony Gomez, Caleb Gonzales, Istevan Pacheco, and Ayden Fox.

Baseball Roundup

4 years ago By News Staff

Seminole 7 Panthers JV 6 The junior varsity blue baseball team traveled to Seminole on April 5 to conclude the first round of district play. The Panthers jumped to a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning on an RBI single by Josiah Trejo.

Don Roger Boswell

4 years ago By News Staff

Don Roger Boswell, 68, passed away on March 26, 2022, in Lubbock, Texas. He was born on Jan. 22, 1954, in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of William Joseph and Wilma Kathryn (Hoefs) Boswell, while the family, including older brother Bill, resided on the farm in Fort Stockton, Texas.

Texas Border Patrol dumps migrants ‘out of sight, out of mind’

4 years ago By Guest Columnist

The U.S. Border Patrol is releasing hundreds of illegal aliens daily into small communities across South Texas, posing a host of problems.

Texas Border Patrol dumps migrants ‘out of sight, out of mind’

Strife, conflict transcend generations

4 years ago By Guest Columnist

Sometimes I catch myself as I explain to 19 and 20-year-olds what life was like before Al Gore invented the internet. “In my day, if you wanted to read an old newspaper, you had to walk over to the library.” I actually said this.

Ramirez, Calderon recognized by Precinct No. 2

4 years ago By News Staff

Pecos County Precinct No. 2 Commissioner Robert Gonzales presented service awards to two employees last week. Jesus Calderon was recognized for five years of service in the parks department and Veronica Ramirez was recognized for 10 years of service as an administrative assistant. Also pictured, right, is Road and Bridge Superintendent Joe Ruiz. Courtesy Photo

Where Ya Headed?

4 years ago By Jeremy Gonzalez

While touring West Texas, a traveling family coordinated an overnight stay in Fort Stockton before visiting Fort Davis. “We’re from Helotes, which is close to San Antonio,” began Carlos.

Hayden and Vikki stayed in Fort Stockton for a night while traveling to Fort Davis. The family of three strolled the Main Street storefronts and later visited the historic fort grounds. Photo by Jeremy Gonzalez

Your Guide To Local Places To Go And Things To Do

4 years ago By News Staff

If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail nathan.heuer fortstocktonpioneer.com. APRIL 7 The Opening reception for Buena Vista Cemetery photograph collection at Midland College/Williams Regional Technical Training Center in Fort Stockton will be held on Thursday, April 7 from 2-3 p.m.