November 2023

District 3-4A All-District Volleyball selections

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District 3-4A had its volleyball district meeting on Oct. 25. The following Fort Stockton Athletes were voted upon by district coaches to receive honors: Outstanding Blocker - Amaya Urias, Senior Middle Blocker First Team All-District - Aryanna Gonzalez, Senior Libero Second Team All-District - Ivanna Ortiz, Senior Outside Hitter Second Team All-District - Kriselda Porras, Junior Defensive
Amaya Urias was named All-District Outstanding Blocker by District 3-4A coaches. Pioneer Photo by Shawn Yorks

Fallen leaves can lead to lawn diseases, fire hazards

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: I hear many people suggesting that we “leave the leaves” on our lawns this fall and winter. What is your opinion? We put a lot of money into fertilizers and even water that we apply to our lawns and landscapes.
Fallen leaves can lead to lawn diseases, fire hazards

Jackson competes at state

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Old Settlers Park in Round Rock was the site for the UIL State Cross Country meet Nov. 4. Alissandra Jackson, a senior from Fort Stockton High School, demonstrated her experience and never quit attitude in completing the tough two-mile race in 12:16.39 to claim 38th place out of 151 runners from across the state.
ALI JACKSON