December 2022

Cantu honored by rec board

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

Longtime Fort Stockton Intergovernmental Recreation Board Member Santiago Cantu was honored by the rec board for extraordinary service and time served at the group’s regular meeting on Dec. 13. The meeting was Cantu’s last with the group and his last month with the county commissioners. Cantu served over 15 years on the board. See feature story in the Dec. 29 edition of the Pioneer. Pictured from left to right are rec board members: Elias Sanchez, Paul Casillas, Chris Alexander, Santiago Cantu, Joe Shuster, Flo Garcia.

The spirit of giving: Joy Run at Focused Care

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

The Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce annual Joy Run took place on Dec. 16 at Focused Care at Fort Stockton. All residents received gifts from Santa, Chamber of Commerce members, and volunteers in the community. A silent auction was held from Nov. 28 to Dec. 9 to raise funds to buy Christmas gifts for residents and other needed items for the nursing home. The proceeds of the auction were used to purchase gifts for every resident at the facility.

Special exception allowed for mobile home in city limits

3 years ago By Shawn Yorks

The Fort Stockton City Council on Dec. 12 granted a special exception to Obed Torres, allowing him to place a mobile home on property at 701 W. Sherer. Torres has already spent more than $200,000 on the project, which is zoned as a One Family Dwelling District, SF-3.

Reading room project approved for Apache Elementary

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

Twenty two years ago Dr. Benjamin Carson began the Carson Reading Project with the hopes of creating a literacy-enriched, nurturing environment for children to feel safe and secure as they develop their reading skills.

Apache teacher Briana Ramos made a presentation to the Fort Stockton ISD School Board at last week’s meeting in regard to the plans the campus had for the reading room. Photo by Nathan Heuer

City allows angled parking on Oklahoma Street

3 years ago By Shawn Yorks

The area of Fort Stockton Intermediate School and the First Presbyterian Church could be a parking headache, especially at the beginning and end of the school day. There were no lines to mark parking spaces at the Presbyterian Church, and parents used the area in front of the church when picking up or dropping off their kids at the intermediate school.

Traffic makes its way down the 200 block of North Oklahoma Street between the First Presbyterian Church and Fort Stockton Intermediate School on Dec. 20. New angled parking stripes can be seen in front the Presbyterian Church that will hopefully alleviate parking issues during school days and church events. Photo by Shawn Yorks

Christmas party season

3 years ago By News Staff

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The annual Christmas party for B3 Properties and Thunderbird was held at B3’s location on Dickinson Boulevard on Dec. 19. Employees enjoyed a variety of food and drinks while spending time with their families. Courtesy Photos

LOOKING BACK - December 1987

3 years ago By News Staff

Looking Back December 1987

December 1987 … Several Pecos County 4-H members who placed first in the county 4-H show in November competed on the district level in Stanton Saturday. Winners from the county are, from left, Clint Harris, Iraan, first in Nutritious Snacks and Desserts, Junior I Division; John J. Foley, Sheffield, second in the Main Dish class, Junior II Division, and Katherine Foley, Sheffield, third in the Main Dish class, Junior I Division.

Japanese privet are unwelcome invaders

3 years ago By Gardener’s Mailbag

Dear Neil: I applied fungicide to control brown patch. I had none in spring and summer, so I thought it had been cured. Now it appears it has come back this fall. Should I spray again now, or should I wait until spring?

Here’s to a Healthy Holiday

3 years ago By Karan’s Korner

This most wonderful time of the year is known for cozy weather, family gatherings, and delicious holiday meals and treats. Many times, these foods are high in calories, saturated fats, sodium, and added sugars. Therefore, it is important to be mindful of the foods and portions we are choosing. “Holiday foods play an important role in bringing people together and connecting us with culture and traditions, but keep in mind that moderation is key,” said Amy Valdez, Extension Program Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. “One should aim to include these recipes as a part of a well-balanced meal for a healthy holiday season,” Valdez continued.

Longhorns successful at tourney

3 years ago By Staff Report

Buena Vista’s Longhorns entered the holiday break this week after an impressive 2-1 showing at the Longhorn Classic and enter the time off with a 10-5 overall record. Buena Vista tipped off the tournament Thursday with a 65-45 win over New Way Christian School before falling to Coahoma 73-51 on Friday.

Buena Vista’s Ireland Sanchez was honored during the Longhorn Classic after scoring her 1,000th career point. Courtesy photo by Buena Vista ISD